Mia's Review: Tips for Oily Skin from Dermagold [Advertorial]

-credits to whothehealthcare.com-

Troubled by super duper oily skin? Always running out of facial blotters?
Well, did you know that the more your blot, the oilier you get?
So ditch those stacks of blotting papers and start investing in a good set of skincare products that not only hydrate and nourish your skin, but also keep a tab on your overly active sebum secreting glands.
And with that, I have not just one, but two products from Dermagold that can help to keep our embarrassment of a dirty-looking, overly shiny face at bay.

Miracle C+ - $69
First up, it's their award winning product, Miracle C+, which I've already done a review on it last month. Read my detailed review HERE to find out how this product has improved my skin condition over 1 month of usage!

Together with the Miracle C+, I was also using Dermagold's Botanical Acne Gel for spot treatment and overall prevention of breakouts at the usual 'blemish hotspots' on my face.

Botanical Acne Gel - $42

 The botanical acne gel is for local spot treatment of acne and can be used as an overnight treatment. It is also good as a prevention for acne prone and oily skin.

A very artistic shot of my botanical acne gel. Heh!

The gel may feel a little thick but spreads rather well and leaves a tingling sensation on the skin, probably due to its alcohol content. Scent wise, it has a pretty strong herbal smell, which may not be the most well-received kind of scent for something we put on our faces, but it's still acceptable and goes away after a while. 

I prefer using this in the day together with the Miracle C+, under my make up, on my T-zone to prolong the time of having my face oil-free under the hot sun. 

As its efficacy is pretty strong, I'll highly recommend that you ladies do not be greedy with its application, nor use it on your entire face, hoping to be shine-free the entire day. If you're skin is not oily enough, you might just end up with extremely dry (peeling) skin. So do be careful with the amount you dab onto your face, or perhaps, use it every other day/night. 

Dermagold is currently stocked at Hadara Aesthetics Boutique

23 Lorong Telok #01-01, Singapore 049035

Quote “Molly Mia” to enjoy the specials (valid till 31st Aug 2015):

Buy Dermagold star product Miracle C+, get Premium White Mask (worth $10) free

Buy minimum 5 Dermagold products to enjoy 8% off

Till then,

Mia Foo

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Mia's Review: Dermagold Miracle C+ Serum [Sponsored]

Previously in my post on Hadara Sparkling Eye Therapy, I've briefly mentioned about this award-winning Dermagold star product Miracle C+ and here is my full review of this serum after 1 month of using it.

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 Dermagold Miracle C+, 15ml: $69

Touted as Dermagold star product, Miracle C+ is a silky smooth, high performance concentrated 18% vitamin C Ester serum that is manufactured in the USA. It is a multi-functioning product with anti-oxidant, anti-aging, anti-pigmentation, anti-inflammatory and anti-wrinkle properties. Formulated in a base of hyaluronic acid to boost, protect and restore skin, this paraben free star product also helps to balance our oil secretions.



The packaging comes with a convenient pump dispenser and each time I use only about 1.5 pumps for my entire face. 

This product can also be used on the neck and décolleté, but since I use a separate, rich anti-wrinkle cream on my neck, I decided to skip the serum.

The serum is extremely light, and spreads across my skin effortlessly with no feeling of stickiness or oiliness at all. Instead, it gives me a refreshing after-feeling as the watery serum gets absorbed into my skin, leaving it feeling hydrated and smooth to the touch.

 

And after 1 month of using this product, I find my skin more supple and at the same time, less oily. My skin oils up tremendously in a short time, especially in the day time as I work under the hot sun. However, after starting on Dermagold Miracle C+, I find that my skin stays relatively matte for at least half a day or more, with exception of my nose, which is still oilier than the rest of my face. My skin has also turn visibly brighter and I have, on multiple occasions, left my house for work in the morning with no traces of make up on except for a dab of undereye concealer.

So ladies, invest in skincare, not make up. You can't go wrong with that.

 

 Dermagold is currently stocked at Hadara Aesthetics Boutique – the 1st beauty boutique in

Singapore to carry Dermagold skincare and facials.

 

23 Lorong Telok #01-01, Singapore 049035

Tel. +65 6969 3022

Mon-Fri: 10am – 8pm

Sat: 10am – 2pm

Closed on Sun and PH

 

 In addition, quote “Molly Mia” to enjoy the following special deals, valid till 31st Aug 2015.

1. Buy Dermagold star product Miracle C+, get Premium White Mask (worth $10) free.

2. Buy minimum 5 Dermagold products to enjoy 8% off.

 

For more information on the full range of Dermagold products, visit their website HERE

 

Till then,

Mia Foo

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Mia's Review: Hadara Sparkling Eye Therapy [Advertorial]

Thanks to Janel, I was invited to a session of Hadara Sparkling Eye Therapy at Hadara Aesthetics Boutique to help save my tired eyes.

Upon entering the boutique salon, I was greeted with a pleasant scent in the air, which apparently is a blend of organic aromatic oils specially concocted for Hadara in collaboration with a clinical herbalist. This signature scent creates a warm and welcoming ambience that uplifts and relaxes to dissolve stress and tension. 

Apart from the uplifting scent, I was also greeted with a display of the Dermagold products.

And their star product, Miracle C+ is the 2015 winner of Simply Her Smart Shopper Great Skin Awards, which I will talk about it in a separate post at a later date.

Needless to say, all facial treatment started off with a consultation and I had a nice chat with Dermagold's representative, Isabel, for her to find out more about my skin conditions and to recommend what type of products are more suited for my skin.

I was then brought to their treatment room, nicely done up and impeccably neat, for 30 minutes of their Sparkling Eye Therapy, which has won the Singapore's Women Weekly Spa and Salon Award: Best Eye Treatment-Hydrating category. (Announced in May 2015 issue)

Hadara's Sparkling Eye Therapy is a relaxing eye treatment designed to hydrate the eye area with Vitamin C, plant stem cells, peptides and anti-oxidants, using only Dermagold skincare products and complemented by a therapeutic eye massage.

This therapy is especially suitable for those with tired eyes or those who use mobile devices, laptops

and PC for extended hours, namely yours truly.

Benefits of the therapy include:

1. Stimulates blood flow to the skin, muscles and capillaries around the eyes area, helps to drain excess fluids, reduce sagging areas, tones the eye muscles and nourishes new cell growth. Thus reduces crow’s feet.

2. Activates the pressure points around the eye sockets to help release tension in the visual system and increase the flow of life energy to the eyes.

3. Enhances penetration of products into the skin for maximal effect

After cleansing my face thoroughly with a cleansing milk, the therapist went on to do a scrub on my eye area using Dermagold award-winning Purifying Scrub, mild enough to be used on my delicate eye area, followed by Dermagold Brightening Revitalizer to activate the ascorbic acid embedded in plant oils like jojoba oil and shea butter.

Then, the therapist started the Sparkling Eye Treatment using the Dermagold Massage Cream before letting me rest with the eye masks and then finishing up the entire treatment using more Dermagold skincare products.

And now, let's see the results after just 30 minutes of the eye treatment.

Before

After

Even though the results on picture isn't obvious (mostly due to the shadow my eyelashes cast on my undereye area) but you can see still visible brightening effect at certain parts around my eyes. There's also a very slight uplift at the corners of my eyes and smoother skin, probably due to the therapist's massage.

If you've plans after the session, fret not, for Hadara has not only prepared the necessary tools to let you get back that awesome hairdo but also mineral makeup for you to prim up your face, just in case you left your make up bag back at home.

 And right opposite the huge beauty mirror, is their pantry with my cup of tea on the island counter waiting for me. 

I was served the rejuvenation tea, which was fragrant with a hint of sweetness and left me feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.

Enjoy your Hadara Sparkling Eye Therapy experience (Ala Carte) at only $88!
Furthermore, quote “MollyMia” to enjoy the following special deals (valid till 31st July 2015):

1. Get a special 25% off first time trial.
Packages are also available:
– sign up for 6 sessions and get 1 additional session free or
– sign up for 10 sessions and get 3 additional sessions free

2. Buy Dermagold Star Couple Miracle C+ & Skin Elixir, and get a Tinted/Sheer sunblock (worth $39) free

Hadara Aesthetics Boutique is located at:

23 Lorong Telok, #01-01
Singapore 049035

Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday from 10.30am
Saturday 10am – 2pm
Closed on Sunday & Public Holiday

Tel (65) 6969 3022
Email info@hadaraaesthetics.com

For more information, visit Hadara's website HERE and their FaceBook page HERE

Till then,
Mia Foo

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