Hello, Picky fam! Hope you're all having a great day. I'm looking for a new soothing toner for dry, acne-prone and sensitive skin. One that's very refreshing, soothing and calming at the same time. I'm currently using the Benton Deep Green Tea Toner and I'd like to try something new. Btw, I'm from the PH where it's always hot. All suggestions are welcome and thank you so much! 😊

Stay safe everyone! ❤

Please, suggest me a soothing toner 😊

Hello, beauties! Regarding the SPF issue that many brands are facing now, Dear Klairs released their official statement.

The following are the results:
☀️ Soft Airy UV Essence SPF 12.4~25
☀️ Mid Day Blue UV Shield SPF 12.7~22.8
☀️ Illuminating Supple Blemish Cream SPF 41~44

The products that were below the claimed SPF rating will be discontinued, accordingly. They are offering a refund but policies may vary depending on the country and retailer of purchase. You can check out the link for the full statement. 🙂

https://www.instagram.com/p/COaDDozr1Vs/?igshid=gv68qoe817ma

Dear, Klairs SPF Statement

Hi! I have dry/sensitive and acne-prone skin. I also suffer from closed comedones, I'm using COSRX BHA power liquid to address this.

I'm not sure if I should continue using a cleansing oil as a first cleanser or switch to a balm or micellar water. 😅 It will just be for removing dirt and sunscreen.

Can you please recommend me your favorite first step cleanser, one that you think would not aggravate my current skin condition. Your suggestions are highly appreciated. Thank you! 💕

Cleansing oil? Balm? Micellar water?

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A while ago my gift from COSRX arrived after participating the Acne Challenge. It was my first time joining an event and was among the lucky ones that got the second place. I also noticed I now have a badge beside my name. I'm so happy! Thank you Picky! My heart is so full. 😍💕

Lucky day!

🚫 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣&#39;𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
It&#39;s pricey and it gave me closed comedones.

🍀 𝙆𝙚𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨:
- Propolis Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
- CentellaAC-RX Complex (Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside)

🍀 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜:
It comes in a screwcap tube packaging which is very hygienic.

🍀 𝙏𝙚𝙭𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚&#47;𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮:
The consistency is in between that of a gel and a cream.

🍀 𝙎𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩:
It has the signature medicinal scent of the AC Collection but is minimal as compared to the other products from the same line.

🍀 𝙈𝙮 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚:
I have been using this on and off. It spreads easily and is so lightweight. It provided my skin enough moisturization and hydration but is not a good moisturizer at night. It offers moderate soothing and calming properties. It lessens the redness of my pimples and the area around my nose. It takes time to absorb so you really have to work it out. Also, it leaves a dewy finish and that&#39;s totally fine if that&#39;s your thing. I did develop some closed comedones while using this.

🍀 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙚?
No, I find it pricey compared to other soothing moisturizers.

It&#39;s a bit pricey for me. Also the scent is a bit weird.

My Experience:
It&#39;s my first time using an enzyme powder wash and I find it very interesting. It feels so good to the skin, it&#39;s soothing and does not leave a dry, squeaky clean feel.

Scent:
It has a funny scent. I just can&#39;t describe it.

🚫 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣&#39;𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
I have no bad experience when using this.

💧 𝙆𝙚𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨:
4 types of hyaluronic acid
- Sodium Hyaluronate (medium and high-sized HA)
- Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

💧 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜:
It comes in a screw cap, white plastic bottle with 30mL for the mini and a flip top bottle with 170mL for the full size.

💧 𝙏𝙚𝙭𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚&#47;𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮:
Slightly viscous and sticky

💧 𝙎𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩:
None

💧 𝙈𝙮 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚:
This product is so amazing. It hydrated my skin and helped repair my damaged skin barrier along with their hydrating face wash. I used this both in the morning and at night after cleansing or after another toner, a calming or exfoliating one. It is quite sticky, a characteristic of HA which I don&#39;t mind since I have dry skin. It is lightweight despite the texture. It dries up matte but with a healthy mochi-like look. It plumps up my skin making me look like I have slept for 8 straight hours (which I rarely got). I did not breakout from using this but one must be careful since HA&#39;s tend to draw out moisture. It can be counterproductive if you do not apply a good moisturizer on top of it. A little goes a long way, I was able to finish this small bottle within a month. Oh yeah, it&#39;s FA safe. ❤

💧 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙚?
Yeah, why not? But I wanted to try more products, maybe in the future.

🚫 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣&#39;𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
Double cleansing is necessary if this will be used in the PM routine specially when removing sunscreen and makeup. It cannot remove excess dirt when used alone.

💙 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙢𝙨:
- Claims to be a soothing, non-irritating cleanser both for the face and the body

💙 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜:
The cleanser comes in different sizes with fliptop cap except for the largest size that comes in a pump.

💙 𝙏𝙚𝙭𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚&#47;𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮:
It has a cloudy and runny consistency.

💙 𝙎𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩:
None (Fragrance-free)

💙 𝙈𝙮 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚:
This is great for a morning cleanser. I use this in two ways, cleansing with water and cleansing without water. I put some on a cotton pad then wipe the dirt on my face if I&#39;m doing the no water technique but I only do this on lazy days. This did not irritate my skin since it is mild, has no essential oils, and fragrance-free. I always reach out for this whenever I have a bad reaction from a certain product. However, it does not foam up and is slippery if not properly rinsed. Also, it cannot thoroughly remove sunscreen and makeup. This is very mild, even sensitive skins can use this.

💙 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙚?
Yes, definitely! This is my go-to cleanser if I&#39;m having breakouts.

🚫 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄 𝙙𝙤𝙣&#39;𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
Aside from being pricey, I developed some sensitivity to this toner. Remember that thisdoes contain tea tree oil so sensitive skin people be more careful when using this.

🍀 𝙆𝙚𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨:
- BHA (Betaine Salycilate) 0.2%
- PHA (Gluconolactone) 0.2%
- CentellaAC-RX Complex (Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside)

🍀 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜:
These exfoliating toner comes in a 30mL and 125mL screwcap frosted plastic bottle. The old packaging also has a frosted cap with while the new one has a red cap.

🍀 𝙏𝙚𝙭𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚&#47;𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮:
It has a very watery consistency and leaves no tacky feeling.

🍀 𝙎𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩:
It has the signature medicinal scent of the AC Collection. The tea tree is very prominent in this one. 

🍀 𝙈𝙮 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚:
❤❤❤ OMG! I love this toner so much! I have been using this for four months now. This is my very first K-beauty toner and it taught me the value of using one. It is very mild. It calms the redness on my face particularly on the nose and cheeks area, prevents breakouts and hastens the healing of my pimples. I noticed my T-zone is less oily and have lesser whiteheads and blackheads. It is also very effective on my backne. 😉💕

🍀 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙨𝙚?
Maybe, but the price point hurts my soul.

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