Meishoku Organic Rose Moisture Lotion

 

Posted by: Emily

“This super new series Japan skincare enriched with organic high quality of Damask rose water for sebum control, hamamelis extracts for pore refining, skin nourishment and coix extracts.With romantic damask rose fragrance.”

Review:

I picked this up from the shelf because of it’s cute pink packaging. I never heard of this brand before but I tried it on my hand in the store. It was pretty moisturizing so I decided to give it a try, despite that I still have a lot of unopened facial lotions at home. Ultimately I just couldn’t get over the cute girly packaging. I tried really hard to like this product. 

I like the pleasing light rose smell the most other than that it was an average product.There are definitely better lotions out there with greater moisturizing effects. I rotate between using this and the HadaLabo Hyaluronic acid at night, but I find myself reaching for the HadaLabo Hyaluronic Acid Lotion a lot more. Sometimes I don’t have to apply any other moisturizer after the HadaLabo Hyaluronic Acid Lotion but for the Rose facial lotion, I always had to. It’s not as moisturizing as I would like it to be. Also it leaves my skin feeling a bit sticky. It’ll probably be more suitable for the summer. I hope I can finish this bottle. 

Overall Rating:

3/5 - Average, would not purchase again.

Purchase/Price:

$13.95 - Ebay
$13.99 - webichi.com 

(I purchased this around the same price in a store.)

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HadaLabo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion

Posted by: Emily 

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

There are waves of Asian skincare products that contain hyaluronic acid. We know it’s good for us, because otherwise why would companies heavily promote this ingredient? Below is what I gathered through some brief research: 

“Hyaluronic acid is a complex sugar, known as a glycosaminoglycan, and is found throughout the body. It is particularly prevalent in connective tissue, the synovial fluid around joints, the eyes, the heart, the intervertebral spinal disks and the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid is also a major component of skin, where it is involved in tissue repair. Topically applied, hyaluronic acid forms an air permeable layer and penetrates into the dermis, thus boosting the elasticity and hydration of the skin.  The protective barrier on the skin locks in moisture, which gives the skin a youthful appearance. As we age, skin moisture can drop significantly, which creates aging like effects on skin appearance as it loses its elasticity.” 

Credit: Organic Beauty and Skin

Review:

Anyone familiar with Japanese skincare would tell you this is one of the best selling beauty products in Japan, and it’s true. According to their website, one bottle is sold every two seconds, so that makes them easily the number one face lotion there. I can see why it’s so popular because it really is an amazing product. I use this every night after I shower and it makes my skin feel instantly hydrated. It’s a fragrance free, water-like substance that can be easily applied and absorbed onto skin. After using this product it makes my face feel smooth and moisturized. It does not feel sticky at all, because it absorbs quickly. This product is great for any skin type as it is fragrance, alcohol, and oil free.  I really can’t think of any cons for this product because that’s how much I love it! 

If you wish to find more information or have questions, below is a very informative source:

http://hadalabousa.com/faq/

Overall Rating:

5/5 Would definitely repurchase

Purchase/Price:

Amazon: $18.36

Sasa.com: $18.80

Drugstore.com: $19.99

(I purchased this at an Asian supermarket for about $22.)

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