About my skin type and issues: Oily, older skin, hormonal acne, clogged pores, aging concerns, hyper-pigmentation concerns Show I’ve been using these products for a month now, with a 4 day break with the Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream, as I was testing another product as a sleeping pack at that time. My toner and essence bottles look a little tipsy, don’t they? Maybe I was tipsy when I took the photo, ahaha. The packaging for all three products are pretty serious looking ~ no cutesy stuff about the labels, just black, white and a bit of purple/blue shades. They mean business!
AHA/BHA Clarifying Toner (pH level 3.9) This toner contains 10% apple water, 10% willow bark water, 0.1% Glycolic Acid and 0.1% Betaine Salicylate. Unlike other toners, which are made with purified water, this one is made with mineral water.
This toner is very watery and I detect no scent with it. It comes in a plastic spray bottle and I spray the toner into the palms of my hands and then pat it on my face. I personally use cotton pads only for when removing makeup and not so much with my toners. I also didn’t want to spray this directly into my face either, but you can do that as well ~ just make sure you don’t get any in your eyes. This absorbs quickly, does not sting and it left no sticky or tacky feel to my skin. It is not irritating to my skin ~ I do not have “tough” skin, but normal skin, not sensitive. Since I have been using this product, I have noticed that my pores around my nose are clearer and cleaner and there has been no adverse effect from using this product. Description: AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner is made with mineral water to rejuvenate for healthier skin. All-natural ingredients with mineral water for more than just a simple toner. Exfoliate, cleanse, and prevent with organic AHA/BHA molecules ! The AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner is made to hydrate and rejuvinate the skin while preventing whiteheads, blackheads, and blemishes for the perfect flawless skin you deserve. AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner to prevent, balance, and maintain. Tired of those whiteheads, blackheads, and blemishes? Suffering from dry skin? Worry no more ! The AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner prevents whiteheads, blackheads, and blemishes with the perfect blend of all-natural ingredients and mineral water to rejuvenate and replenish your skin. Experience hydration with an exfoliation. Don’t just think about having flawless skin, get it and maintain your perfection everyday. Ingredients: Mineral Water, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Lactate, Glycolic Acid, Water, Betaine Salicylate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ethyl Hexanediol cosDNA.com analysis The next two products from CosRX contain Sea Buckthorn Water (Hippophae rhamnoides) and Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence (pH level 6.5) This is a rich, nourishing essence that can be used daily. I do have issues with the product description on the Hydra Power Essence ~ it states it is for extra dry skin and I totally disagree! I have extra oily skin right now, due to the warmer months and this product works wonderfully with my skin type. Maybe they mean dehydrated skin, which oily skin can be. This product contains only 7 ingredients, including the sea buckthorn and 4,000ppm of sodium hyaluronate, along with
This product comes in a plastic pump bottle and the essence is a thicker “water” gel. I can feel how lubricating it is on my skin and how rich it is. It has no scent that I can detect and is colorless. It absorbs fairly quickly into my skin and in fact, I sometimes add another layer of essence once this is absorbed. Again, no irritation, my face feels smooth and hydrated. I do notice that this product really does absorb completely into my skin, which means there isn’t any sticky “stuff” left on my face. Considering how slick the essence is out of the bottle, this is a pleasant surprise! I really like this essence and it is a good primer before my moisturizer du jour.
Description: Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence specializes in skin hydration care. By filling the layers of the skin with moisture, it aids in restoring the skins natural moisture layer. It contains 4,000 ppm of Sodium Hyaluronate, a natural moisture component. If you have rough and dry skin, Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence will smooth and moisturize your skin. Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence is free from artificial components that are harmful to the skin, such as parabens, artificial pigments, synthetic perfumes, TEA (Triethanolamine) and phthalate. You can use it without worrying about the essence harming the skin. It is safe to use on any skin type. Ingredients: Hippophae Rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin,1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate (4000ppm), Panthenol, Ethyl Hexanediol cosDNA.com analysis Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream (pH level 5.95) Again, this cream is described as “great for dry skin or severely dry skin“. As I read that, I was a bit nervous in trying this product out and it did take me over a week after I started on the other 2 products before I began using this. I use this as a night moisturizer, because it is so deeply moisturizing and hydrating ~ but it doesn’t break me out! NO ACNE!! Usually products marketed for dry skin will cause my face to look like I have spattergroit but this one does not cause me to break out at all. This is described as a “moisture drink” for your skin and that is a pretty good description for it. Along with the sea buckthorn, hyaluronic acid, this product contains panthenol and other key ingredients:
This is a hybrid of a gel and a cream, leaning more towards a cream. It is a lightweight cream, but don’t let that fool you ~ it is extremely moisturizing and hydrating. The cream is white, with no apparent scent to it and when applied, my skin very moist and there is a “slip” to my skin while the cream absorbs. By slip, I mean that my fingers glide over my skin, which is due to the lubricating properties of panthenol. It does take about 10 ~ 15 minutes for this cream to absorb into my skin, as it is so moist and dense. However, my skin is not greasy ~ it is very dewy. That is why I use this as a night moisturizer, as it would be too much for my skin type during the day. However, if you do have dry skin, you can use this as a daytime moisturizer too. My face in the morning when I wake up is very soft, hydrated and just feels wonderfully moist, not greasy or sticky. Description: Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream is moisturizer that gently hydrates and protects the skin. It makes your skin deeply hydrating, lightweight wonder designed to smooth the complexion. Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream can be used as lotion was light moisture. This expert essential delivers soft, healthy, glowing results. Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream contains 3,000ppm amount of Sodium Hyluronate which is natural moist ingredient. Moisture barrier seals the moist inside and protect any evaporation of moist. Light but strong moisture cream keeps moist and keeps away oiliness. Hyaluronic acid builds silky coating on the skin to seal and lock the moist. Also, it helps to recharge waters in skin cells and makes water and oil balance in your skin system to make smooth skin. Ingredients: Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn Tree) Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Betaine, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate (3000 ppm), Arginine, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum cosDNA.com analysis
Final ThoughtsCosRX doesn’t have sexy packaging, doesn’t have flashy ingredients, but these three products have now made into my Hall of Fame and I will purchase again. My face has been in great shape since I have been using these 3 products, along with my Goodal Waterest Toner and Oil and Benton Snail Bee Essence. Since Goodal is discontinuing their original formula for Waterest, I am looking at alternatives for toners, and I think I have found it. Now, this doesn’t mean I won’t try other products ~ in fact, in June, I am starting my summer TheYEON testing for a July review. That said, these three products will not be forgotten and if you are someone with oily or oily-combo skin, I highly recommend them if you are looking for a good AHA/BHA toner, hyaluronic acid essence and/or cream. I also think that if you have dry skin, these would work for you as well, as Wishtrend does market this for all skin types. I was a little surprised that the individual product description on the HA products were marked for dry skin, but as someone who does not have dry skin, I can tell you ~ it works for oily skin too! I am so happy that during the time I used these products (except for those 4 days when I was testing out another product), I did not break out in acne and my face felt smooth, hydrated and clear. What is the difference between AHA and hyaluronic acid?Hyaluronic acid doesn't function like an AHA or BHA in that it does not strip your skin — it's actually highly nourishing and hydrating, so having “acid” in the name is a bit misleading. Hyaluronic acid is great for applying after any exfoliating acids.
Can we use hyaluronic acid and AHA BHA together?Even though it is an acid it is not an exfoliate. Combining Hyaluronic Acid and AHAs/ BHAs helps to reduce irritation. It is a great way to ensure that the acids are not too harsh on the skin.
What are examples of AHA and BHA?The most famous AHA is probably glycolic acid, whilst citric, mandelic and lactic acids are other key examples. There is only one BHA – beta hydroxy acid – more commonly known as salicylic acid.
Is hyaluronic acid considered an exfoliant?Despite the use of the word “acid,” hyaluronic acid is not an exfoliator. The kind your body naturally produces is a humectant, a healer, a protector, and a plump-er.
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