Dermalogica Age Reversal Eye Complex Review

A part from pores and uneven skin tone, my other major concern is my under eye area. I experience an excessive amount of puffiness which comes easily under stress, too much screen time or a lack of sleep. My under eye condition is pretty horrendous at the moment given I have had the same flu bug repeatedly over the past few weeks.

Finding a suitable eye cream is difficult, I have been quite impressed by the Dermalogica skincare products I have tried so far and was excited to test the their eye cream.

ABOUT DERMALOGICA AGE REVERSAL EYE COMPLEX

• Treatment for delicate eye area
• Retinol and tissue regenerating peptides with Vitamin C to help strengthen skin and fight against fine lines and signs of aging
• UGL complex helps retexturise
• Oat Proteins and Fraxinus Extract assists with firming
• Formulated without artificial fragrances and colours
• Great for sensitive skin and dry skin

Price:  $94.50

MY VERDICT

• The product comes in an easy to use squeeze tube, I was able to dispense the perfect amount, it's also more hygienic.
• The cream is slightly yellow in colour and appears more oily than it actually is - somewhere between a gel and a cream. The amount I squeezed out in the photo is more than enough for both eyes. The texture is creamy and glides on skin.
• Once applied the cream is quickly absorbed and will not roll off your face (this seems to be a reoccurring issue with a lot of skincare I have used, so every time I find something that doesn't roll off my face, I take note!)
• My under eye area remained moist and supple for the entire day, this is something that I don't often experience with my other eye creams. The puffiness under my eyes remains, this is hereditary, I have consulted many skincare specialists who advised that under eye sagginess is almost impossible to rid with products.
• I am extremely lucky that I currently don't have any lines around my eye area and I can't determine whether this product is effective in fighting against fine lines. So... I gave the eye cream to partner with many lines, crows feet sprouting and existing around his eye area. After a few weeks of use, the fine line under eyes seemed to appear finer than usual, the crows feet will take some time. I am mindful of the price, it's not cheap! but the quality is definitely there.

*This product was provided for editorial purpose, all opinions are my own.

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant and Hydrablur Primer Review

We are speeding through September aren't we?

I thought it's time for me to put up my Dermalogica review because I have been using these two particular products for a few months and can finally deliver a more reliable verdict. I was first introduced to Dermalogica through a BeautyHeaven event where I had my face mapped at Dermalogical's Head Office in Crows Nest. The experience was unique and insightful, my skin condition was analysed, instead of me telling the consultant what (I think) my skin concerns are, they were able to tell me each concern and locate it on my face. It was incredible! For me, it was severe dehydration, as a result, I was recommended Dermalogica's gentle cream exfoliant and hydrating booster. I love both products sososososososo much!!

Today we will be looking at Dermalogica's famous Daily Microfoliant and Hydrablur primer!

Dermalogica Hydrablur Primer - $70

Hydrablur is a lightweight primer that is claimed to matify oily skin, minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles leaving your skin feeling silky and luminous.

Before I start providing my verdict you guys should know that I don't really prime... only for special occasions, otherwise it's just sunscreen and foundation. Mainly because I don't have a lot of time in the morning and bad experience with some previous primers. I have used a few different primers that promised to minimise imperfections but ended up clogging my pores and causing breakouts.

I can tell you now that Hydrablur is INCREDIBLE. Although I don't have a lot of fine lines and wrinkles, I mainly used this to minimise the pores on my cheeks and it did an amazing job. Upon application my skin looked instantly smoother and my spores reduced significantly. I've been storing Hydrablur in an upright position - make sure you don't do this as there's hydrating oil in the product. Speaking of hydration, although my skin looked matte and silky, Hydrablur did not dry out my already dry skin (however, I do need to note that I am not using this product around my nose, where I would usually experience dry patches).

I highly recommend everyone go to a Dermalogica supplier to try this, because the result was instant for me!

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant - $77

Microfoliant is Dermalogica's (I dare say) signature rice based exfoliant that is super duper gentle. It is also the only exfoliant/microfoliant I know of that is suitable for everyday use. The product comes in powder form which is activated once in contact with water is made. This product claimed to exfoliate dead cells, leaving skin instantly smoother and brighter with no artificial fragrances or colours.

 Initially, I was a little hesitant to use this daily as I was told by a consultant that I should not exfoliate on a daily basis. This is also the first powder based exfoliant I have ever used. I usually pour approximately half a teaspoon of powder onto wet hands and rub the formula between my hands until a creamy paste is created. Once that is ready I would massage the paste all over my face. There are tiny exfoliating granules that would eventually dissolve.

The formula is very gentle on my skin and rid all my impurities, how do I know this? After each use my skin is bright and ridiculously smooth (I am serious!!). My skin did not dry out, however I do usually apply a toner or a spray following a cleanse or exfoliating.

There is absolutely nothing I dislike about this product, if you are scared that things might get messy because it's in powder form, don't fret. Check out the dispenser below, it will prevent you from over dispensing or pouring powder all over your bathroom floor.

I loved both products, actually I have loved every product I own from Dermalogica (well I only have 4, but that will change). As a yearly ritual, my friend and I would fork out for half a day at a spa getting treatments done, last year I recommended Dermalogica's Gentle Cream Exfoliant (which is a chemical exfoliant) follow our spa day at Endota and my friend gave me amazing feedback about the product, so it's not just me!

Do you have favourites from Dermalogica?

Disclaimer: All products in this post were provided for editorial purpose, all opinions are my own