Innovation in the field of skin care is endless, as evidenced by the latest round of winners. From affordable dark spot correctors to sunscreens you really want to use, these winners deserve to make room in your cabinet.
Compared with chemical sunscreens, mineral sunscreens have unique advantages. Powered by physical particles (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide), they are less irritating to sensitive skin, so they are more suitable for children and babies. Insufficiency? Those particles that reflect ultraviolet light from the surface of the skin usually leave a distinct white color on the skin. “As a brown girl, mineral sunscreen usually makes me look like a ghost,” said beauty blogger Milly Almodovar. “Not this. It works very well and maintains clarity.” It is also fragrance-free, doubles as a humectant, and feels non-greasy when used. “It’s lightweight, high in zinc oxide, and elegant in texture, making it suitable as a mineral sunscreen,” points out Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, MD and board-certified dermatologist. Bottom line? This is a sunscreen you would expect to use.
Hyaluronic acid has made headlines because it can hold 1,000 times its weight in water; when applied to the skin, this function can be transformed into sufficient moisture and a plump, smooth appearance. Not surprisingly, you can maximize its benefits in the form of a serum; this hyaluronic acid with two molecular sizes can achieve deeper hydration. “It makes my skin feel moisturized and refreshed,” said one of our employees, who also called it outstanding. “And the moisture is sealed on a smooth, dry surface.” Others like the light, non-sticky texture, as well as its coolness and vitality on the skin. (Please note: it will not replace your moisturizer, so don’t forget to follow up.)
The average cotton pad will eventually enter the landfill after one use, and will accumulate over time. On the other hand, this more sustainable option can absorb eye makeup and lipstick to the same extent, and then only need to be reused, hand-washed or thrown into the laundry. “I tested this on my TV makeup and I was very impressed,” said Almodovar, who often works as a live-streaming beauty expert. “I applied waterproof mascara. The mascara soaked in micellar water is easy to remove. I don’t even need as much micellar water as usual.” Other testers were amazed by the soft texture of the pad. Used with micellar water or makeup remover, it can also replace less durable pre-soaked cleansing wipes.
Although some topical treatments may take time to absorb and solidify, this is an exception. A tester said: “It dries smoothly without any greasy feeling or residue.” This non-alcoholic version is not too dry for the skin; instead, it uses a mixture of alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids to remove Dead skin cells that clog pores. It also contains a mixture of essential ceramide and niacinamide (also known as vitamin B3). Niacinamide is known for its anti-inflammatory effects. It can reduce the swelling and tenderness that often accompany inflammatory blemishes-effectively shrinking it. Think of it as a strategic, multi-pronged approach to quickly clear acne.
A good moisturizer should be able to moisturize adequately-this is not surprising-but it will not clog pores or add potentially irritating ingredients. For generally friendly options, consider this formula. It uses a soothing mixture of fever-white chrysanthemum and prebiotic oatmeal, which not only replenishes the skin’s moisture barrier, but also calms irritation without making the skin feel uncomfortable. “This night moisturizer does a great job of reducing the redness around my nose, and the effect is very smooth,” a staff member said. “It’s not too heavy cream.” Another tester admired its velvety texture, which she said was the luxury of a gel moisturizer. It also sinks quickly, making the skin soft and calm, which earns it extra points.
The eye area has some of the thinnest skin on the body, so it is worth a little more TLC than the average cream. This eye cream is just like that, it works through the clever combination of retinol and niacinamide. Retinol is responsible for firming the skin and smoothing the fine lines around the eyes (looking at you, crow’s feet). At the same time, niacinamide has a dual role, it can not only buffer any serious side effects of retinol (due to its anti-inflammatory ability), but also provide its own brightening effect. In addition, our testers found it pleasant to use. “It sinks quickly, the texture is lovely and it makes my skin feel soft,” Monterichard said. For the price, this is an incredible value.
You may already be familiar with retinol, a time-tested skin care ingredient that can accelerate cell renewal, improve fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots, and even acne. But it may be too dry for some people, and this is where bakuchiol comes in; babchi’s plant-derived ingredients act like retinol, but have no serious side effects. In this formula, it is used with olive leaf extract to help protect the skin from environmental aggressors. It passed the test of efficacy without compromise: “I like how gentle it is,” Montrichard said. Our testers also praised the fragrance-free formula, light and non-sticky texture, and unexpectedly fast results.
Less interesting fact: People with darker skin are more likely to experience hyperpigmentation, such as dark spots and uneven skin tone. Not surprisingly, this brand for black and brown skin has launched a serum to solve this problem. It is blended with hexyl resorcinol, an antioxidant that helps brighten the skin; nicotinamide, which interferes with the production of pigments, thereby making the skin uniform; and retinol propionate, a derivative of retinol , Can further improve the appearance of dark spots. The two-phase formula keeps them stable, and when you shake the bottle, the water and oil phases will mix together. “The biphasic formulation is unique for this type of product,” said Felicia Walker, a member of the expert panel and beauty blogger. “I will keep it in my daily work for general brightening.” At this price point, this is a clever formula.
Your cleaner doesn’t have to stop at cleaning. This exfoliating formula not only removes makeup easily, but also evens out the skin tone. This happens through a proprietary nicotinamide complex and brightening plant extracts (such as yarrow and mallow extracts); it is clinically proven to brighten dark spots and spots. It also uses polyhydroxy acid to dissolve dead skin cells. Polyhydroxy acid is a new type of acid that is very mild and is common in skin care products designed for sensitive skin. “My skin is very, very soft after use. The texture is very light, but all the makeup I removed did not peel off my skin,” Almodovar said. “After that, my skin was soft and smooth, which left a deep impression on me.”
Facial exfoliation is one of the lowest risk and lowest reward treatments in your skincare library; it can provide immediate rewards (not to mention long-term benefits) in the form of brighter, smoother and younger-looking skin. According to our testers, this method of using glycolic acid to remove dead skin cells and expose healthy skin underneath does just that. Despite the initial stinging, “I saw some sun spots on my face have faded a lot, and my skin did look very shiny after one use,” a staff member reported. “After another use, I also noticed that the texture and pores on that side of my face were significantly reduced-as if they were blurred.”
Toners have always been notorious for being too peeling, making the skin tight and dry. This formula is not the case. It pairs beta hydroxy acid (an oil-soluble ingredient that breaks down blockages in pores and removes dead cells on the surface of the skin) with squalane. For starters, squalane is a shelf-stable version of squalene. Squalene is a lipid that naturally exists in the skin barrier and helps retain moisture. BHA and squalane are a perfect balance for our testers. “I like it’s non-drying and its layering effect under other skin care products and cosmetics,” Montrichard said. “It also makes my skin feel soft and moisturized.”
Mary Kay Clinical Solutions Retinol 0.5 Set is strategic. Night care is characterized by retinol, vitamin A derivatives are known for promoting cell renewal to improve fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration, and facial milk can keep the skin calm and moisturized with soothing vegetable oils. This combination seems to be really useful to our brave testers. “My skin has a very good tolerance for retinol. I don’t have a burning or irritation, and I can see that it also helps the fine lines on my face,” an employee reported. “I like the way it trains your skin to adapt to retinol.”
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Post time: Sep-10-2021