Whitening Spots Specialist Program

       Even though my previous spot whitening correctors (whatever they name it) really turned me down, I'm still standing strong in the battle to combat my freckles. Thus, after reading some good reviews on SK11 Whitening Spot Specialist where most of the users proudly declared themselves as freckles free (not just lighten but diminished the freckles/dark spots), I purchased myself the set of Whitening Spots Specialist Program. Initially my plan is to buy the 30ml Whitening Spots Specialist (RM399) only. But Miss WF convinced me that I should get the whole set (RM719) which also consists of the 28-Day Essence Treatment Whitening Spots Specialist Concentrate. So I decided to get myself the complete set although it really broke me for the entire month. My reasons; (1) I have been trying many spot whitening product, so it's better for me to try the intensive spot whitening program by SK1I, (2) It is cheaper buying the set, because the concentrate alone cost RM499 so I saved RM179 here. Shop till you drop ;-). I just hope I could see the result faster and my freckles will be completely removed when religiously using this set. Really praying that this would be my ultimate finding. I am completely sold by their advertisement "Cuts.Loosen.Removes: Even stubborn dark spots accumulated over 5 years". According to ad, this could be done with 2 steps; Step 1:Whitening Spot Specialist and Step 2: Whitening Spot Specialist Intense Essence. It's like fighting will all you can.

        I used Whitening Spot Specialist twice a day, after applying my Facial Treatment Essence. According to the instruction on the box, take the appropriate amount of the serum onto your palm and apply to whole face. The serum is quite sticky initially, but it is immediately reduced after patting it onto my whole face. The concentrate should only be used at night, at last step of your skin care regimen. In my case after moisturizer. The usage instruction is to take 1 pack of the concentrate onto palm. Smooth onto the concerned area with fingertips, and apply the rest of the product with a gentle patting motion especially on problem areas, and then press firmly with palm to seal. 1 pack is good to care both cheeks. The pack is to be used once opened to keep the product quality. The concentrate is stickier and thicker than the serum. It takes quite some time to fully adsorb into your skin. Nevertheless, it's worthwhile when you wake up in the morning feeling your skin so smooth. I believed that it also provides hydration to my face because I could feel like a layer of 'film' on my face when I wash my face in the morning. I think the 'film' seals my face throughout the night. Luckily, my skin also doesn't broke out or got any adverse effect from these products even though the texture is too thick. It is most likely gel-like texture.

      As for what it is promised for, I have been using them for a week now. I noticed my overall face is  brighter but still couldn't see significant difference in the targeted area. I'm not giving up yet, still got 21 days to go. Will update you gals once I have completed the 28 days program.

28-Day Essence Treatment Whitening Spots Specialist Concentrate
(It is numbered!!!) 

The Whitening Spots Specialist Program

      

 Oh..by the way I couldn't help but have to tell you this. I was really amazed with the SKII beauty advisor's skin who entertained me during my latest purchase.  It is so luminous, glowing, healthy and perfect I must say. I even couldn't resist myself to compliment her skin. Good for her, she works for SKII so she could make use of all the benefits she received. Fortunately, I bought the set during Jusco MidValley member's day so I got myself RM70 voucher and 2.5g SKII Cellumination Deep Surge. Just trying to persuade myself here..my oh my ;-)

Love, Miss NH

Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily UV Defense

This sunblock comes with SPF 50 PA+++. It is one of the Kiehl's customer favorite product as highlighted in their website and promoted by their beauty advisor.  I purchased it because sunblock is crucial item in my daily skincare regime. I would never leave home without applying the sunblock. My previous drugstore sunblock such as Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF45 is ok with me for the sun protection only, but after more than half I used it, I could feel my skin was drier than before I used it. I'm looking for the sunblock which is oil-free but at the same time doesn't dehydrate my skin. So, I bought the Kiehl's sunblock since it has all the things that I wish for sunblock especially it is labeled as oil-free and ultra light. Unfortunately, after several times of usage I could feel my skin is oily especially at the T-zone and it is noticeable by my friends. More oil seeds were developed when I used this sunblock. I hate this greasy feeling on my face even though  I have put face powder on it. Really uncomfortable. But I still continue using this when I'm at home or during cloudy days because for the price I paid; RM140 for 30ml sunblock, I better not toss it away. After 8 months on-off using it, it finished already. Totally will not repurchase it.

Miss WF also bought this sunblock. Similarly, she also found that this sunblock makes her face oily especially at the T-zone. Both of us agree that this product is not suitable for us who have combination skin.

Love, Miss NH

Kiehl's Target Spot Whitening Treatment

 Kiehl's Target Spot Whitening Treatment

This is my first purchase of dark spot corrector. I was intended to buy it to complete my Ultimate White range from Kiehl's. I already had the Kiehl's Surface Brightening Exfoliator, Kiehl's Clarifying Whitening Toner and Kiehl's Ultimate White Activated Whitening Moisturizer and also Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily UV Defense. I have serious pigmentation problem which has developed since my early 20s. While I was really satisfied with the other products in this range, this one however was totally a disappointment to me. Until I finished the whole 30ml tube, it did not lighten my pigmentation at all. I'm not sure if this product is still available or not because I bought it in around June 2011, I think. They have new product for targeted treatments which is Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution which I think is the improvised version of this product. I have stopped using this range when I have finished use all of them at the end of 2011. The Ultimate White range is good especially their texture and fast absorption, but it still cannot solve my pigmentation problem, although I could see there were no new dark spot is developed. Maybe these products suit anyone who does not have pigmentation problems yet, but wants to prevent it from happening.

Love, Miss NH

Moisture White™ Shiso Concentrated Target Perfector

This is my second spot corrector after Kiehl's Dark Spot Corrector. I bought this because I was attracted to its method of application; the roller-just roll the applicator over any dark spots and also good review from skindeco. From the review it says that besides reducing the dark spots, it also helps in diminishing the oil seeds (milia). I was so tempting to buy this product because beside dark spot, I also concern my oil seeds probs which makes my skin texture uneven.I hope this product could help me.

The Body Shop Target Perfector (source: BodyShop official website)

 The roller

I don't remember the price because I bought it during Body Shop 'buy 3 items-20% discount' promotion. But it for sure less than RM100. I used this after using the SKII Facial Treatment Essence. I rolled it over my freckles and oil seed. Upon application, it leaves sticky feel on my face. So, I have to pat  a little bit with my finger tips to help it absorb into my skin. This is what I dislike about this product because I have to spend more time to ensure it fully absorb before my next skin care application. Until 4 weeks of usage, I still didn't notice any differences in my pigmentation, but my oil seeds are softened that I easily could 'picit' to get rid of them. I will continue using this product until it finish because at least it helps in one of my concerns but will not repurchase it because I don't want to spend much time on my skin care routine by applying many products ;-)


Love, Miss NH

SKII Facial Treatment Essence

Hi there,

I'm now using my 2nd bottle of  215ml SKII Facial Treatment Essence (SFTE). My first purchase was in August 2011. I bought the SKII Pitera Essence set (RM199) which includes the FTE (75ml), 1 pc of Facial Treatment Mask and Facial Treatment Clear Lotion (40ml). The 75ml SFTE just lasts for a month. But, in that just one month I discovered that the SFTE really does wonder to my skin. Immediately after I applied it on my face, my face feels smooth and supple. That's when I decided to purchase my 1st bottle of 215ml SFTE. I also bought the 215ml Facial Treatment Clear Lotion. In my third month using the SFTE, my friends commented on how luminous my skin is. I also can feel the bouncing effect of my skin whenever I press my fingers on my cheeks. I think SFTE has recovered the elasticity of my skin. This bottle lasts ngamngam  6 months. 

I used this product twice daily after using the Facial Treatment Clear Lotion. At first, I poured about 5-6 drops on the cotton pad and dabbed it on my face as advised by the SA. I found it is a wasteful, because I didn't notice any changes on my skin by using this method. So I just pour 5-6 drops on my palm and immediately pat it on my face. Upon applying this method, I noticed my skin changes to a better condition. You have to be extra careful to avoid any loss if the liquid slip in between your finger. My advice: practice makes perfect. Make sure the other palm is ready underneath the palm-contains-SFTE when you first pat it on your face.

Overall, I think the SFTE really helps to improve your skin condition in terms of elasticity ,glow and luminousity. The only cons, it doesn't help to reduce my pigmentation even though it is one of its mentioned benefit, spot control. Price wise, I admit it is expensive but it's ok with me because it delivers what is promised and I'm really a satisfied user of the SKII Facial Treatment Essence. My tips: Buy the SFTE when any departmental store especially Jusco or Parkson got this 'every RM100 spend-got RM10 /RM20 voucher' promotion. So, you won't feel much guilty for spending such big amount of money for this product. At least you can use the voucher to buy groceries or other stuffs. Besides you'll also get sample for other items or if not, you can just ask the SA, pujuk2 la sikit dah beli mahal kan. During my last purchase (I bought 2 bottles = RM978, one for my aunty), I got 2pcs of whitening source derm-revival mask and actual size of Facial Treatment Advanced Loose Powder UV (cost: RM198) + Parkson's voucher. Latest price of the SFTE (215ml) is RM489 at Parkson.

The special edition-empty bottle (left) and the full content SKII Facial Treatment Essence (right)

Love, Miss NH

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Something about Miss NH

Hi readers, I'm Miss NH, the partner-in-crime for Miss WF. I enjoy exploring the beauty products out there with her...that's the crime we commit :-). Just for the information and your reference when you read my product review, I have a  fair complexion with combination skin, oily at the t-zone and dry at the cheeks. Well, it's that oily that I developed some oil seeds near nose area at both sides and it's that dry that I noticed I have a few fine wrinkles when I smile. I also have freckles and pigmentation problem which is genetically and enviromentally produced. So, I prefer to try products which could tackle my pigmentation issue and re-hydrate my skin. I have tried quite a number of products that I think I should share my experience with all of you. I hope my review would give you some overview of the products because that's what I do before purchase; google and read the review first.

Love, Miss NH