When it gets hot, it’s always good to take time to cool down 😎 Maybe it can be taking a nice nap or going for a walk, or maybe adding some cooling skincare to my routine. 🧊

I recently received Real Barrier’s Cica Relief Fade in Serum from @realbarrier_global @go.picky @pickyrewards in exchange for my honest review. I’ve been testing this out in my nighttime routine for the past 2-3 weeks in my morning and nighttime routines to come up with my thoughts.

Time to Fade Your Blemishes

Cica Relief RX Fade in Serum currently retails at $26.88 USD on Stylevana for 50 mL. You are supposed to use this serum to heal scars and soothe your skin so that it can be hydrated and stronger. If you are prone to breakouts and have a difficult time fading out blemishes like myself, then you might enjoy adding this serum into your skincare collection. The key to the serum’s fading superpowers lies in its TECA-CERA which contains centella asiatica and ceramides to quickly soothe and protect your skin barrier from environmental stressors.

Having centella asiatica be the center focus of this serum makes complete sense for your acne needs. Centella asiatica has been used in medicinal practices for wound healing and inflammation because of its anti-bacterial properties. It also helps retain the moisture in your skin that is essential for proper wound healing and for a protective skin barrier.

Not only is this serum formula great for your skin, it is gentle enough for sensitive skin and environmentally friendly. You can purchase refills of this serum so that you can switch out the serum container and reuse the external part of the packaging.

To get a better understanding of why Real Barrier’s serum is perfect for you, take a look at some of their other ingredients:

• Butylene Glycol: This ingredient is a humectant that draws in moisture and keeps your skin hydrated throughout the day.
• Asiatic Acid: Derived from centella asiatica, this form of acid is used for reducing the appearance of wrinkles and boosting collagen production to get firmer, bouncier skin.
• Vitamin Tree Fruit Extract: This ingredient is also known as sea buckthorn, which contains vitamin C. Vitamin tree extract can lighten up hyperpigmentation, lightly exfoliate your skin, and boost collagen production.
• Arginine: Arginine is perfect for dry skin because it provides much-needed moisture and can fight signs of aging by minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

A Serum Made for Soothing

Recyclable and Sturdy Packaging

This serum has a unique packaging design. Not only is it sturdy enough to bring for traveling around, it is also reusable. Real Barrier also carries refills of this serum that you can pull out and replace. You can keep the exterior part of the packaging and the product will dispense product just fine. Each serum refil costs $27.00 USD on Stylevana.

I also want to note that the pump of this serum packaging is really good. I was trying this out for my first impression video that is posted below, and the pump can make the serum almost fly out of the dispenser. It’s quite powerful so keep this in mind if applying the serum straight to your face.

Clear Gel

The product itself is a clear viscous liquid that is a mix of a gel and water. It has a sort of thickness to it, but spreads so well into my skin. There is very little scent to this product, so it doesn’t give you a headache. People who prefer unscented products will love this one for sure because it is very straightforward to just working well for our skin.

Dries with No Trace

Using this product was very nice! It reminded me of a hyaluronic acid serum due to its consistency. However, the product manages to seep well into my skin without leaving a tacky feeling like an HA serum.

The finish of this serum reminds me of aloe vera gel because it basically disappears on your skin. You can forget you applied this serum sometimes because your skin is left feeling super smooth. The no trace to this serum also means that it won’t affect your makeup if you’re thinking of using this in the morning.

Oh-So Perfect for the Summer

Another reason this skincare serum reminds me of aloe vera gel is because of the sensation. I find that this product does leave a cooling sensation, which is common for centella asiatica products. The wound-healing properties of the superstar ingredient make this a great solution for when you experience those dreaded sunburns. If you’re not prone to redness or stinging from sun exposure, you can also have fun using this to cool down. I put a lot on my arms while testing and loved the cool feeling especially in this heat!

Lightens Blemishes

I have seen a slight improvement with my blemishes since I use this mainly at night. They’re not as visible from afar and are also close to fading out. I can say that I have not experienced any breakouts while using the Real Barrier serum due to the antioxidant and anti-bacterial properties in the ingredient list.

In terms of redness (which is a usual occurrence for me), you can see a noticeable improvement because my face looks soothed and dewy after using the serum. This serum can alse be a good recommendation for after you exfoliate your skin so that it less dry and less irritated, which the combo for pimple formation.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! I really wish I had a product like this when I started my skincare journey since I had a disrupted skin barrier. The ingredient list is perfect if your skin is really dry and flaky. I would recommend this for hormonal acne since blemishes can be hard to get rid of for that.

Would you try out this serum for yourself? What are your thoughts? Let me know down below.

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Which area of your face would you consider to be the worst place for pimples? I’m prone to breakouts on my chin and jawline. However, I can take those any day to avoid the dreaded nose pimples.

In my opinion, pimples on your nose are always the worst! It gives me instant flashbacks to when I had a big pimple on the center of my nose during Christmas (and yes, I did feel like I was a cute Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer). These types of pimples can expand and be painful to touch. Don’t forget to mention they can be a huge effort to heal during the blemish stage. Ugh, they are truly something else.

Your Nose Also Needs a Pinch of Pimple Patch Love, Too

Did you know that there are pimple patches for your nose? Honestly, neither did I until I discovered the spotless nose patches from Glam Up.

Spotless Nose Patch sells at $16.90 USD on their Amazon storefront for 12 patches. Like other hydrocolloid pimple patches that you’ve seen and used for your skin care issues, these nose patches absorb sebum and oil and pull out whiteheads. Using these nose patches is supposed to help lessen the frequency of annoying breakouts on your nose.

I received this product from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @glamup.official in exchange for my honest review. These nose patches were used every few days over the course of two to three weeks in order to come up with the following opinions.

Glam Up’s Spotless Nose Patches are made of high-grade hydrocolloid patches that are vegan and cruelty-free. They are also formulated with the following key ingredients:

• Centella Asiatica: This ingredient is used in the skincare industry to deal with inflammation and redness. It can also slow down the aging process of your skin.
• Heart Leaf Extract: Hearleaf is perfect for sensitive skin types because it can provide moisture to the skin, reduce inflammation, and minimize the appearance of blemishes.
• Niacinamide: A beloved ingredient for skincare of all skin types, niacinamide can slow down the aging process by retaining your skin’s moisture and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can also be used to reduce pore size and sebum production to minimize breakouts.

Nice On My Nose and My Skin

Perfect Sizing

The 90mm size for the pimple patch was perfect and was great coverage for my nose, crevices and all. I think all nose types can use these nose patches since they appeared a little large to accommodate nose bridge shapes. This nose patch also covers the tip of my nose where whiteheads can be hidden, so I was pleasantly surprised to discover this while applying it.

Hygiene-First Focus

The patches are neatly packaged in separate baggies so that you can take them out for single use. Each patch is in a see-through plastic and paper pouch and attached to a slip of plastic for an easy-peel application. Sometimes I do have an issue with peeling the pimple patch from the plastic because the clinging can warp the shape. There is no issue with warping when using this.

These nose patches are bigger than the smaller, targeted circle patches. Because the plastic film attached to the nose patch is split in half, this means that you can easily apply the patches to your nose. You can peel one side to put on your nose and then peel the other half to complete the process. It may be difficult to peel the plastic off the smaller cuts that accommodate your nose tip, but you’ll get the hang of it over time.

When using pimple patches, you usually want them to be thin. These nose patches are thick, which is totally fine since they are for nighttime use. The thickness of the patches ensures that the product clings well to your skin and lasts through the night. It also doesn’t rip apart during removal, which is important if you want to eliminate the possibility of breakouts from clogged pores.

Comfortable Throughout the Night

These pimple patches are unscented, so you don’t have to worry about the possibility of a headache. The patches were super comfortable to wear overnight and didn’t affect my breathing or my comfort. If your nose does wind up feeling itchy, you will have to bear with it and try your best to scratch your nose or pat the itchiness away.

Pushes Pimples Out

I woke up to not seeing the absorbency like what happens with pimple patches, but I saw the effects once I took it off! The gross accumulation of oil is really visible once you remove the patch from your nose. The patch absorbed so much oil and actually brought my whiteheads to the surface, making them easy to extract.

Some of the oils were absorbed into the patch and some of the oils were at the skin’s surface. I had to use my pimple extractor to get these buildups out of my nose. That was when my nose was finally super clear and super smooth. My pores definitely looked smaller afterward.

Strong Enough for Whiteheads

If you have huge pores and are prone to blackheads and whiteheads, then you can definitely them pulled out by these strips without it drying your skin out and hurting. Removing these nose patches were not painful at all. If you remember those god-awful charcoal strips that left your nose feeling dry as a dessert, then you will understand what I am comparing these patches to. As long as you just fold the nose patch downwards, you will not feel any pain and you will not be tugging at your skin.

Would I repurchase?

The price is definitely worth it for these nose strips, which can be used once every two weeks, in my opinion. I love pimple patches and these definitely lived up to the hype. If you want to reduce blemishes or early-stage pimples without irritation, these nose patches are a nice addition to your skincare routine. I wish I had these when I was younger.

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Have you ever tried using a vitamin C derivative? 🍊If you remember my post a while back, I mentioned that I have been trying to get rid of my stubborn blemishes from hormonal acne. Pimples along my chin and jawline are usually the hardest for me to remove because it takes months sometimes for my blemishes to fade out. I used to use Vitamin C serums, but I took a step back because I didn’t enjoy it oxidizing quickly and didn’t notice any obvious difference.

I’ve been back on the Vitamin C serum lately and that’s all thanks to Korean skincare brand Dear, Klairs. They seemed have heard my prayers because I received the new Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @klairs.global in exchange for my honest review! I used this product for two to three weeks in my skincare routines before coming up with my thoughts down below.

Wait, There’s an Alternative to Vitamin C?

Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum ($33.59 USD for 30 mL on Stylevana) is a Vitamin C derivative serum that gives you brighter, tighter, and bouncier skin. The derivative or alternative part of this product comes from 3-O- Ethyl Ascorbic Acid. This ingredient, unlike vitamin C, can be more stable while providing the same anti-aging effects of protecting your skin from UV damage and free radicals.

Unlike typical vitamin C serums, Dear, Klairs designed their Vitamin Charging Serum to be safe to use for daytime and nighttime so that your skin does go through any peeling or warmth flares. Your skin can be more sensitive during the day because of the high acidity levels in pure vitamin C serums. There is also supposed to be no iron-like scent or oiliness to this formula to make the serum pleasing to use and wear during the day.

Here are the ingredients that are in this serum to charge your skin for elasticity and juiciness:

• 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): A vitamin C derivative that is less irritating than vitamin C, this alternative can help brighten your skin tone for hyperpigmentation and boost collagen production for a firmer skin barrier.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Niacinamide is commonly used for improving skin texture and hydrating your skin. It acts as an antioxidant by soothing signs of inflammation and making your skin more elastic. If you want plump-looking skin, this is the ingredient to look out for.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5): This ingredient serves as an emollient that nourishes the skin to make it more firm and supported for pimple healing. It also locks in moisture so that your skin does not turn red or become dehydrated from environmental stressors.
• Adenosine: Adenosine is used to smoothen the skin and keep it hydrated. It’s a popular anti-aging ingredient because it can lessen the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and crow’s feet.
• Beta-glucan: Used to deal with signs of aging and pigmentation (melasma, blemish, freckles). Beta-glucan also has anti-bacterial properties that can clean your pores at the surface and prevent or heal breakouts.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Vitamin E in tocopherol makes this a great ingredient for maintaining a healthy, moisturized skin barrier throughout the day.
• Centella Asiatica (Madecassoside): Centellas asiatica has anti-bacterial properties that help clean your pores, reduce signs of irritation, and reduce your skin’s water loss.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Dear, Klairs, I Love This Vitamin C

Sleek and Shiny Packaging

I’m in love with the packaging of this serum. It is a sturdy plastic pump that easily dispenses the product without making a mess. I also love the use of the iridescent wrap on the label to carry out the idea of making your skin brighter so that your true beauty can shine Either that or because holographic packaging is always fun to look at.

The plastic pump also hides any sign of seeing the product to minimize potency loss. Vitamin C serums can go bad or become ineffective because of exposure to air and sunlight. Keep this tip in mind the next time you are on the lookout for vitamin C serums.

Hint of Citrus

I usually expect some sort of citrusy or sour smell with vitamin C serums. There is a very slight citrus scent, which is expected since there are lemon, mandarin orange, and grapefruit extracts. I did not find the smell overbearing during the application. It faded away once the serum dried on my skin.

Gel Consistency

The serum is a thicker consistency like a slightly runny gel formula because of ingredients like xanthan gum. It’s also a clear formula, so it blends very well into the skin. I like how lightweight the serum is because you can easily spread one to two drops of this on your damp skin (face and neck).

Smooth and Seamless

I love how after drying that I’m not left with any oily or sticky feeling. It reminds me of hyaluronic acid serums which feel slightly tacky after application but dries into a seamless finish. You would probably forget that you put this serum on because it is a breathable formula that dries well. The slight tackiness to the serum is intentional because it acts as a primer for your preceding moisturizer, sunscreen, and/or makeup. This serum is meant to last you through the day, and creates an even surface for other products to work well and give you a radiant look.

Noticeable Difference

I’ve been seeing great improvement in my blemishes and skin texture since using this product in my morning and nighttime skincare routines. My pesky blemishes have been getting lighter (due to niacinamide and beta-glucan) and smoother (due to niacinamide, glycerin, and panthenol). This serum leaves my skin looking nourished and naturally glowy.

I’ve had no irritation or breakouts from using this product. If you want products for redness, this is also great because of the centella asiatica in it! My dry skin is really eating this serum up and loves every drop of it.

Are There Any Cons?

Some people might want a Vitamin C that can last longer than 6 months after opening, but this is usual for Vit C serums to maintain their effectiveness. This is probably the only con I can think of. Other than that, the formulation is perfect for having the clear skin that you’ve been dreaming of.

Would I repurchase?

The price is high, but I would repurchase because the ingredient list is great. I do notice my blemishes improving and my skin looking more radiant and awake! This was my first time using Dear, Klairs, and was pleasantly surprised with this.

Would you use this new serum? Let me know down below

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Where do you usually get those pesky breakouts? I usually get them on my chin area nowadays (especially during that time of the month), making it so hard for my pimple patches to make it through the day. Those pimples usually take months to heal because it takes time for them to come to the surface and pop. Ugh, I hate them a lot.

Luckily, I received this product for free from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @skin1004official in exchange for my honest review on these new pimple patches.

These patches were tested for 2-3 weeks before coming up with my honest opinions. Conveniently, I got to use these pimple patches when approaching my period, when my skin usually wreaks havoc in the form of the most stubborn hormonal acne along my chin and jawline. These pimple patches basically got the true test of judgment.

Trying the Tea-Trica Treatment

Tea-Trica Spot Cover Patch currently retails at $2.50 USD on Stylevana for a pack of 22 patches of various sizes. Each patch contains hydrocolloid to soak up fluids from within the pimple so that it can dry out and properly heal. To go along with the themed skincare line, these pimple patches use tea tree to help soothe skin and dry out pimples so that it can speedily heal and minimize blemishes.

If you’re interested in trying this product out for yourself, you can save 10% on your purchase at Stylevana if you use my discount code INF10OHMY at the checkout. You can even get 15% off your purchase if you spend at least $59 USD with my discount code on Stylevana. I do receive a small percentage of commission if you use the code.

Why are these patches supposed to work well? There are some unique details to the pimple patch design to help your skin become its healthiest version:

• Medical-Grade Hydrocolloid: The sheet is supposed to have a strong adhesive that can stick to your skin without irritation and trap moisture for a smooth healing process. Creating this strong seal also helps prevent more bacteria from infecting the pimple and prolonging the healing process.
• Beveling Technique: The pimple patch is slimmer at the edges so that the patch is thinner and closer to your skin tone. Think of it as the skincare ninja that works in secret.
• Semi-Cut Film: The patches are all along a piece of semi-cut plastic that you can rip accordingly as you use the patches up.
• Centella Asiatica: Centella Asiatica is commonly used to treat inflammation and redness in skincare so that the recovery process for pimples can be faster and more hygienic.

A Patch Made in Heaven

Sealable Packaging

I appreciate the hygienic double packaging (one for opening the patches and the exterior for traveling or extended use). With this design, the pimple patches can also become travel-friendly. There are 22 patches of small, medium, and large sizes in the bag. This is because the patches are supposed to be when the pimple is ready to breakout or when it in the blemish stage.

Easy to Peel Without Breakage

The patches can be easily ripped out from the sheet without warping, which is a problem I’ve noticed in other patches in the past. I hate when the patches get caught onto the plastic sheets because it prevents my pimples from being properly protected. These Skin 1004 pimple patches don’t have that issue at all.

Unscented and Gentle for Sensitive Skin

There’s no scent to these if you are concerned with any tea tree scents. My skin did not break out from using these pimple patches during my testing period. Removing these pimple patches after every use was not a hassle and didn’t cling to my skin. Therefore, I think that the patches are a perfect solution for sensitive skin types.

Hidden in Plain Sight

Upon opening the patches, I was super impressed with how thin and transparent these patches are! When I put them on my pimple, they seamlessly blended into my tan skin. I would forget I was wearing these pimples sometimes when I touch my skin because they were very thin. The only time I would notice their presence, of course, was when the hydrocolloid absorbed the pus and cause a white dot to appear.

The patches are very comfortable and thin, so you can put makeup on top or wear them while working out (which I did for about 2 weeks). One thing I find annoying when trying pimple patches is when you can see the patch with makeup and it is marketed as a “makeup-friendly patch.” Since the patch design is beveled, the patch does a better job at blending into my skin and hiding under my rather lightweight makeup.

Noticeable Results

I was lucky enough to go through my time of the month to show noticeable progress pictures. This patch is thin and sturdy for even the chin/mouth area and lasted the whole night. My whole experience using these patches was near my mouth and chin, which are usually the hardest places for pimple patches to stick. These pimples definitely passed the hormonal acne test and are reliable for my period acne.

You can clearly see the results and how well it did at sucking up oil from my pimple. By the end of my testing period, my pesky pimple became close to healed. Seeing the progress pictures definitely wowed me. I had to do a double-take.

Were There Any Cons?

No cons! I wish there were more pimple patches in the packaging, which is an excellent con to have lol. But the price point for these is pretty good!

Would I repurchase?

Most definitely! For those with blemishes that are hard to heal or usually break out along their chin area like myself, consider using these for your next breakout. The patches are grippy enough to last throughout the day (sleeping, working out, under the heat, you name it). If you want a patch that can be so comfy and invisible on your skin, Skin 1004’s pimples are your best bet.

I was very impressed with how thin and sturdy these patches were. They are very makeup-friendly if you wear makeup very frequently. As someone who usually wears more natural makeup, these ones hide pretty well.

I highly recommend them for early and late-stage breakouts. The pimple design is more meant for when your pimples hit a breaking point and have to pop. These are supposed to help with healing your skin, so I wouldn’t think they are very effective when you have early-stage breakouts.

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What do you like to do to calm down? I love listening to music (especially SZA’s SOS album or Lofi music, currently) and winding down with a nice book. When your skin needs to calm down, maybe it’s in need of a clarifying face wash! Clarifying face washes can help reveal a clean slate for your skin. I’m sure we can all use a clean slate after the work and stress we can experience throughout the week.

I received the following product for free from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @skin1004official in exchange for my honest review. This product was integrated into my nighttime routine for 2-3 weeks before I could come up with honest thoughts on how effective it is for my skin.

Try the Tea-Trica!

Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam retails at $14.00 USD on their website. This foaming facial cleanser is meant for acne-prone skin because it can clear your skin of excess oil and sebum that can clog your pores and cause breakouts.

If you want to try out the product for yourself, you can purchase this cleansing foam at a 10% discount by using my Stylevana discount code INF10OHMY at checkout. You can also receive 15% off your purchase at Stylevana if you buy at least $59 USD with my discount code. I do receive a small percentage of commission if you use it.

This clarifying formula is effective for your skin because of key ingredients like the following:

• Centella Asiatica: Centella Asiatica is a great ingredient for oily and acne-prone skin because it deals with inflammation and wound healing. If you deal with redness, this ingredient helps relieve your skin so that it looks soothed and relaxed.
• Tea Tree: Tea tree has anti-microbial properties that can clear your skin of dirt and oil that can clog your pores and delay the pimple healing process. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, making it another product used to combat redness.
• Pine Tree Complex: Pine tree is used in medical practices for wound healing and for infections. In the skincare realm, pine tree is used for anti-aging and hyperpigmentation. This makes it a great ingredient for dry skin, especially, since the moisture benefits from pine tree can create a healthy surface to support skin cell generation.
• Salicylic Acid (BHA): This acid is frequently used in skincare products that are designed to wipe out excess oil, sebum, and dirt. It also has anti-microbial properties, so using it as an exfoliator for dead skin can help fade out hyperpigmentation and blemishes.

A Spa Treatment at Your Fingertips

Simple but Trustworthy Packaging

The bottle is large and sturdy, so it is a great product to carry for traveling. I do have to say that this product is super thick (not exaggerating), so it can be harder to squeeze out the foam wash when you are closer to emptying. The formula consistency also means that you don’t have to worry about it spilling out in any circumstance.

Spa-Like Scent

When you open the product, you get a light smell of tea tree and Centella Asiatica (similar to eucalyptus, if you’ve never smelled it before). I personally love whenever I have products that give that minty fresh type of feeling or make you feel relaxed. This scent opinion of mine is subjective, but some people may not like it.

Cream-to-Foam Wash

The product itself is a thick, slightly sparkly white paste that transforms into a creamy, milky lather with water. If you didn’t know what the product was, you can probably mistake it for toothpaste because of its thickness. Putting the wash in contact with water will help transform it into some suds.

Due to the consistency of the face wash, I do want to mention that the wash-off time can vary based on how much product you use. If you use a small amount of product, then washing it off can be very easy. If you use more than that, keep in mind that you will have to work into the product more to really wash off the remaining residue.

Long-Time Usage

I used a pea size amount of product for my dry skin over the course of 2.5 weeks and I never broke out. I actually saw improvement with the skin in my chin area since that’s where I usually break out. My blemishes did slightly fade away after using the product on a consistent basis. Fading out blemishes in my chin area can be tiresome, so it’s nice to find a product that can alleviate the process.

You don’t need a lot of product for washing your face, so I estimate that this face wash can last in your skincare collection for around 4-5 months.

I also tried using this as a body acne solution since I sometimes have bacne (back acne) and chest acne. This face wash was nice for clearing out excess oil and dirt and healing blemishes for those areas. If you need a body acne skincare routine, then consider adding this as a targeted body wash before using your usual body wash and lotion.

Cooled Down, Cool Skin

Using this product leaves my face feeling soothed, cooled down, and less red aka it calms down. My skin gets red very easily and this face wash did not irritate my dry skin at all.

If you deal with oily skin or are in humid areas, this face wash might also be perfect for you due to the clarifying formula.

You May Not Enjoy This Face Wash If …

Severely Dry Skin

No cons for me personally, but if you do have a damaged skin barrier, I recommend using this when your skin has improved. My skin was in its lowest when I had a damaged skin barrier and that skin state is when exfoliating products like this one aren’t suitable. If your skin is very dry, for this same reason I would have to not recommend this formula.

For both of these skin types, if you really think you might need this product, please use this every 2-3 days. Go in with products that focus on moisturizing and hydrating your skin afterwards so that your skin gets the support needed for a healthy recovery.

Dislike Strong Scents

If you’re not into tea tree oil or tea tree scents, then you might not like this one. Some people really hate these types of scents and I felt it was necessary to make a small section to emphasize the strong scent.

Would I repurchase?

Yes! I was pleasantly surprised with how my skin looked and felt after using this cleanser. In my opinion, it is comparable to Tatcha’s rice wash since it is a creamy face wash formula, but more affordable.

Would you try this one? Let me know in the comments below!

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Have you considered swapping out your makeup wipes? Sometimes, a cleanser and some makeup wipes just aren’t enough to make sure you get rid of makeup, dirt, and dust. Makeup wipes are great to carry every once in a while, but they can be so abrasive on your skin … especially if you have sensitive skin or a damaged skin barrier.

I didn’t know the hard truth about cleansing my face until when I started college. Makeup wipes were my religion, and I could not go a day without using it at night. The problem? Well, it was so annoying to tug and tug at my skin to remove my cakey layers of makeup and end up with a face that was red like a tomato and stung like as if I rubbed it on sandpaper. The stinging sensation was so annoying and made me not look forward to skincare.

Add that cringeworthy routine on top of poor physical and mental health, and BOOM! You got yourself a damaged skin barrier with the most stubborn cystic acne ever.

How can you get yourself out of this skincare scenario? It took me months to figure out a solution to healing my acne problems and I think I have a perfect suggestion for you.

Starting from Zero

When I started my skincare journey back in 2019 with the aforementioned skincare situation, I was fortunate to already have some skincare to start with. One of the products that I kept in my routine after doing a deep cleanse of terrible, incompatible products was Banila Co’s Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm.

I already had somewhat of an idea about this balm since I would casually browse through Korean skincare and Korean makeup. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon it in the duty-free shopping area of the Incheon airport during a layover did I finally give in. 2019 was also the time when the concept of double cleansing and the infamous 10-step Korean skincare routine were trending on social media. Buying this balm was a no-brainer since other people were raving about it. There had to be a slight possibility that I would love it, too.

Why Would You Like the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm?

Banila Co’s Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm is a skincare product that can work for all skin types. It has the simple purpose of removing makeup, buildup, and dirt without stripping your skin of its much-needed moisture. The best part is the there’s no wipe necessary, so the constant tugging on your skin is gone! You just have to wash your face after using it and continue with your skincare routine.

The cleansing balm has also been a favorite among skincare lovers because of its sherbet-to-oil formulation. The product can be scooped with the included spatula for a hygenic experience. Once the sherbet mixture is in contact with your skin and spread out, it melts into an oil that can even remove your stubborn waterproof mascara. As someone with dry skin who uses waterproof makeup pretty often, Banila Co’s balm sounds like a creamy dream in a jar.

Not convinced that you’ll like the cleansing balm? Here are some ingredients that makes this product great for you:

• Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate): Has antioxidant properties and encourages healthy cell regeneration to make your skin less inflamed and appear younger.
• Vitamin C (Acerola Cherry Fruit Extract): Helps even out skin tone by brightening blemishes or discoloration, and can help with collagen production for younger-looking skin.
• Active Botanicals (Bambusen Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract): A common bamboo extract that helps with inflammation and can be used for wound healing because of phenolic compounds.
• Hot Spring Water (Onsen-Sui): The Japanese hot spring water has anti-inflammatory properties by encouraging blood circulation (a vasodilative effect) and helps moisturize dry and cracked skin.
• This product is also free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates so you don’t have to worry about harming your health for the sake of baby smooth skin.

The cleansing balm usually retails for $27.00 USD for its original 6.09 oz jar. If you want to purchase the regular size jar of 6.09 oz., you can actually use my Stylevana discount code INF10OHMY to get 10% off all orders. You will get 15% off on your order with the same code if you purchase at least $59 USD. You can click the link here to take you to Stylevana’s website to check out the cleansing balm. Keep in mind I will receive some commission with the code.

The original 6.09 oz. version of the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm may seem like a lot, but trust me when I tell you that a little product goes a long way. A cherry-sized scoop of the balm can be powerful enough to break down all of your makeup. One second you’re a made up to the gods. The next second you’ll look like a raccoon (that’s cute, of course). The regular-size jar lasted in my collection for almost a year and a half since I usually do light makeup. If you put makeup on frequently, this time estimate can vary.

The Good Parts

 A Little Goes a Long Way

The original 6.09 oz. version of the Clean it Zero Cleansing Balm may seem like a lot, but trust me when I tell you that a little product goes a long way. A cherry-sized scoop of the balm can be powerful enough to break down all of your makeup. One second you’re a made up to the gods. The next second you’ll look like a raccoon (that’s cute, of course). The regular-size jar lasted in my collection for almost a year and a half since I usually do light makeup. If you put makeup on frequently, this time estimate can vary.

Easy to Use

The oil made even the hardest makeup a breeze to remove. In fact, rubbing the product in kind of felt like I was giving myself a facial massage since my hands became so slippery. The sherbet would go from an opaque white to a clear oil on my skin. Once it comes into contact with water, the product turns into a milky liquid that takes away all the gunk from your face.

Non-Irritating Formula

The product is great for all skin types. When my skin was suffering from dryness and frequent breakouts, the cleansing balm was a great, soothing product for my routine. Unlike makeup wipes or cotton pads, my skin felt baby skin soft after washing. There was no stinging sensation either. In fact, my skin looked and felt healthier because it would take out my flaky skin and reveal a smoother surface. At a time when I was struggling with my damaged skin barrier, this product was a huge relief and made me feel like myself again.

The Bad Parts

Did I scare you with the subheader? There’s no cons for me.

Honestly, in terms of the formulation, there was no bad part. My skin did not break out from using this product. It made it easier to double cleanse and ensure that my other skincare products were being absorbed into my skin.

In terms of the process of washing my face, it’s normal for it to be a little messy. If you hate having to wash your face so often, maybe you wouldn’t like this product since water can go everywhere. Some people also don’t want to scoop their makeup remover all the time, so that is a valid complaint if you’re not interested in this item.

Is This Worth the Hype?

Yes, for sure! I completely understand why this product has been well-loved. Even though I first tried this product in 2019, I still keep repurchasing it because it works!

To this day, this balm is the first product I use in my nighttime routine whenever I wear makeup. I recommend using this before using a micellar water makeup remover for dry skin people to prevent harsh tugging, especially around the eyes.

The formula has been so friendly to my dry skin that I even purchased the travel size versions of the cleansing balm to bring with me for trips. If you are interested in trying their different cleansing balm formulations meant for different skin benefits, you can also check here for more. They have formulas focused on purifying your skin, improving discoloration, and exfoliation to remove excess sebum.

Have you tried the balm before? How was your experience with it? Would love to know your thoughts!

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