The focus of this month’s New Skincare on Trial is pigmentation, with some products being hits, but unfortunately some being misses.
First up we have the *Black Pearl Face Mousse Cleanser which is enriched with Tahitian Black Pearl, seawood, as well as calming plant extracts. It has a very familiar sweet scent that I love, but I can’t quite place. It cleanses well without being too drying or harsh, and doesn’t leave my skin feeling tight, as most foaming cleansers do. The packaging is also perfect for use in the shower.
Next up I have two products from the L’Oreal Revitalift Range which is aimed at targeting dark spots, as well as clarifying and renewing the skin. The Night Peeling Lotion is an acid toner that you wipe over the face at night after cleansing. It is meant to exfoliate and renew the skin, and I think it did a pretty good job. My skin looks clearer and more even, and even though I expected a tingle from this and didn’t get it, I still think it did a great job, and is gentle enough to use every day. It has a gloopy gel texture, and it can leave the skin feeling slightly sticky, but it spreads easily and dries quickly. The Global Care Day Cream with spf is a nice everyday cream. It feels soft and silky on the skin, but doesn’t clog my pores. I do think that an spf of 25 is not nearly enough, especially if you are trying to reduce pigmentation, so it is important to wear additional sun protection. It also wears well over serums and under makeup, which is great!
When it comes to pigmentation, or any skin concern for that matter, a serum is where the magic happens. Serums are packed with active ingredients, and are applied after cleansing and toning, before moisturising to effectively target your concerns. I have been relying on two serums, the Lamelle Brighter Concentrate and The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA. Both contain Arbutin, although Lamelle contains a more potent version, and the Lamelle formula also includes pigment inhibiting ingredients. However, The Ordinary is a quarter of the price of Lamelle, and lists the percentage of Arbutin. The Ordinary does feel a bit tacky once applied, but dries down quickly, and the Lamelle feels much silkier and luxurious on the skin.
Lastly, and the one that was a miss for me is the Island Tribe Anti-Ageing Face Cream. Unfortunately this was too rich for me, and not something I will continue to use on my face. I am trying out a new sun cream at the moment, and so far I think it is a winner! Sun protection is the best way to prevent pigmentation, as well as to maintain it. Also, when using active ingredients the skin can become more sensitive to the sun. If you are treating your pigmentation without using sufficient sun protection you are wasting your time and money.
Thanks for reading Ladies, have you tried any of these products?
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I’m loving The Ordinary right now, their products are amazing xx
Gemma • Gemma Etc . ❤️
Me too! Which ones are your favourites?
I really want to try The Ordinary, I’ve heard so many mixed reviews but something about them still makes me want to try!
I am happy with all of the products I tried from them so far!
I still really want to try the Ordinary products! They all sound like they would work wonders on my skin!
They have such great affordable products for all skin types and concerns!
I really want to try an ordinary serum, I have acne prone skin and they have a couple that sound great for acne!
Corrie | Corrie Arnold
I have the Salicylic Acid and it is pretty great!
I need to order some more Ordinary stuff and you’ve just reminded me x
Ooohhh which are your favourites?
I love the ordinary products so I hope you enjoy it!
Which are your favourites Shelley?
Shame about the Island Tribe face cream but everything else looks and sounds so lovely! x
Yep I know! I was hoping it would be an affordable option!
I have heard some really good things about the Revitalift range! xx
Yep, they have some really great products.
I really need to try The Ordinary skincare, I’ve only tried the foundation so far xx
I want to try the foundation, but picking the right shade is my concern!
Yep I think I need those loreal products in my life! They sound so good
They are worth looking into!
I use anti pigmentation products too. It’s great to invest in good sunscreen too
What do you use Sharon? Yep sunscreen is super important!
Think I need those loreal products in my life! They sound so good to use x
Yep they are quite nice, I love any type of acid product.
I really want to try some Ordinary products, they are so hyped about!
Danielle xx
https://www.fashionbeautyblog.co.uk/
I haven’t tried many yet, but this one is amazing!
I still haven’t tried anything from The Ordinary…what a failing blogger again!
Em x
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Haha, Ah Emma I am sure you will find something for your skin type!
I’ve still not tried the Ordinary! Skincare is so friggin important! Especially with this crazy weather!
Yep, I have been working on my skin so much recently, I hope it pays off
I get really bad dark spots so these products sound idea for me x
I have started to get some too. So now I am trying to treat and prevent more!
I need to get round to trying the ordinary! xx
I love the affordability of it! And the products actually work!
Love the sound of the Lamelle serum – this isn’t a brand i have heard of before but it sounds lovely x
http://www.franklyflawless.com
It is a lovely brand! Oh and I have just checked out your site and it is stunning!
It’s great that there’s only one miss amongst lots of hits! xx
Beautylymin
sun protection is also a great way to combat wrinkles!
Yep, it is so important Sarah!
I have The Ordinary hyaluronic acid and I love it x
http://www.ofbeautyandnothingness.co.uk
I still have to try that one Heather!
I really want to try more L’Oreal skincare as they sound fab.
http://littlemissmelanie.com
Loreal have so many amazing releases atm
I need to try the Ordinary soon!
Erin || MakeErinOver
Yes Erin! They have such great skincare!
I’m really enjoying the black Pearl face mousse cleanser!
Candice | NatalyaAmour.com
Me too Candice, it is a nice cleanser, does the job without being harsh!
Thank you for the reviews. Nowadays I rely on reviews before buying anything.☺
Pleasure Reonette, I hope they help you.
The lamelle bright concentrate sounds wonderful. Right up my street! I have quite a lot of pigmentation on my skin that needs evening out x
Yip, I love the texture of it. I can’t wait to see the results too!
I love seeing what you’re trying each month! x