After a long leave of absence, I'm happy to announce that I'm back! :D No, I did not forget you. And, yes, I've missed you, my fellow followers and readers. Thank you for all your likes on my Facebook page, and for your support with the page and my Blog! Also, thank you for your messages asking if I'm okay! :) xx
I've had a very busy couple of months, and needed to focus on other matters: new job, new home, no Internet, yada yada yada yada. Everything's good, though, and it's all sorted now. And I'm BACK!! Woohoo! :D
Let's get right to it then!
In my continuous pursuit to find the right skin care over many years, I've had to use countless brands and products. By "right" skin care, I mean that the brands and products must:
1. Suit my skin (I have combination skin that's a little sensitive. Also, my skin gets a little dry because I'm exposed to air conditioning a lot).
2. Actually do what they claim.
3. Preferably have all the products I need in one range.
4. Not cost me an arm and a leg.
Off the top of my head, these are only some of the brands that I've used:
SK-II, Clarins, Clinique, Simple, L'Oreal, Kate Somerville, Aesop, Origins, Avon, Bio-Oil, Dr. Brandt, Dr. Jart, Estee Lauder, Fresh, Garnier, GoodSkin Labs, Kiehl's, L'Occitane, Laura Mercier, Neutrogena, Nivea, Perricone MD, Peter Thomas Roth, philosophy, Pond's, Shiseido, St. Ives, StriVectin, Clean and Clear, and The Body Shop. Yep, I've really used countless brands and products. ;)
As you can see from the list, I've used brands ranging from affordable to very expensive. Unfortunately, most of the brands didn't do it for me - they were either too costly to maintain, worked for only a short duration, didn't do as claimed, or didn't suit my skin.
These past two months, I've been using Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Essence. In Malaysia, you'll find that this product is labelled by this name. However, in other countries like the USA, it's called Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Elixir. I don't know why they're named a little differently, but they're both the same product.
I bought it from Guardian at Bangsar Shopping Centre for RM 99.00 (normal price). It comes in only one size: 50 ml (1.7 fl. oz.). I've been to quite a few Watson's and Guardian outlets in PJ and KL, and they don't have it. Either that or they didn't have stock. I asked the assistants working at these outlets and they had no clue what it was.
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Claims
Resurface skin while you sleep for tighter, smoother skin when you wake. Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Elixir works each night to help gently resurface skin while you sleep for tighter, smoother skin when you wake - without the risk of harsh side effects associated with a professional chemical peel. When applied each night, the non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula with glycolic acid works over a normal sleep cycle to give you uninterrupted exfoliation while antioxidants and moisturizers continuously provide soothing hydration to tighten skin's surface.
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Allantoin, PEG-100 Stearate, Cellulose, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Iron Oxides.
Lil' Missy's Review
I was very skeptical at first because I've used so many products with minimal to no results. Let me just say that, after just one or two uses, I could see a difference! I've been using this product for about 2 months now and not only is my skin hydrated and more even-toned, but my blackheads and whiteheads have reduced too! I'm amazed to say the least.
This product has a very light, silky, serum-like texture that provides slight hydration and a smooth finish. It is non greasy, and it exfoliates your skin while you sleep. No joke.
Each night, after cleansing your face and neck, apply this product. You need to use only one or two pumps at the most, then apply a thin, even layer on the face and neck (avoid the eye area). Once applied on the skin, it dries fast. You'll need to let it absorb for a few minutes before applying your night cream/moisturiser.
The first time I applied it, I didn't wait. I immediately applied my night cream over it. As I was applying the cream on my skin, there were little white stuff on some areas that looked like my skin was peeling off. My skin wasn't peeling off - the white stuff were because I didn't allow the Essence to absorb into my skin. So remember to allow the Essence to absorb into your skin for a few minutes BEFORE applying your night cream/moisturiser.
Notes:
(i) The translucent pump bottle packaging should be stored away from light to preserve the efficacy of the antioxidants.
(ii) Although Olay positions this product as a moisturiser, it is first and foremost an AHA exfoliant. So those with dry skin will definitely need to apply a cream/moisturiser over this.
A bottle will last for many months, and is absolutely value for money. The photo below shows how much I've used daily for 2 months, and there's still a LOT left. How awesome is that?!
I’d highly recommend it for all skin types. I have 3 words for you: Buy It Now!
Let me know how it works for you. Leave me a comment on my Blog or Facebook page, or even send me an email or a message.
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| Olay Regenerist Night Resurfacing Essence |
If you have an adverse reaction to this product, please seek medical consultation immediately.
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I enjoy making DIY skin care and body care stuff - it's fun and so much cheaper, but sometimes you need some products that are made by experts in a lab. For my skin, I do need the experts help sometimes.
The Internet is amazing with what you can find online! Since starting my Blog last year, I've been researching and found some really cool stuff online. I've been experimenting and making some DIY stuff as gifts for friends and family. Perhaps I'll put them in my list and share them with you in my updates to come.
Also, there'll be more reviews on Olay products. Yay, Olay!
Be good, be safe, and have fun, my lovelies!! :) xoxo
Signing off...
~ Lil' Missy ~
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