5 Tips to Get Rid of Acne Skin Fast

As teenager my face was full of acne. I tried many products to try get rid of it and it didn’t work as quickly as I wish it would be. Thankfully after a few years it disappear slowly and finally my skin was clear. From this experience there are a few important things I learned and wish I had known at that time.

1. Never Ever Pop Your Acne
It’s very tempting to pop your acne or pimples especially when it appear like a volcano. But if you don’t want your face to end up like the moon surface, don’t ever pop it. Otherwise your skin will scar for life and the surface will be dented and can’t be undone. You will notice this as you age and your collagen production reduce, the dents will be more obvious as you age.

2. Keep a Healthy Lifestyle
Maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet:
• Eat more fruits and vegetables, avoid oily food and junk food
• Keep hydrated – drink 2-3 litre of water per day
• Exercise if you can
• If you are adult, alcohol and smoking is out of the question
• Sleep at least 8 hours a day

3. Diligent in Skin Care Routine
Because acne involve sebum (skin oil), keratinization (shedding dead skin cells), white blood cells, and bacteria; you need maintain skin care routine of washing, toning, moisturizing and apply sun screen then exfoliate & use mask once a week. Don’t give up when it don’t get well yet, diligently continue your skin care routine.
Tips:
• If you don’t use sunscreen your will have dark spots which will not show immediately on your skin but overtime as you age
• If you don’t moisturize your skin, your skin will produce more sebum to condition your skin
• If you don’t exfoliate, your skin will accumulated with dead skin - yucky

4. Use nature based / organics products
Among the products that really helps for me are:
• Body Shop Tea Tree Oil – for acne treatment, apply at night
• Naruko Tea Tree Range
• Yadah Trouble Skin Range

5. Don’t touch your face with your hand
Because your hands collect plenty of bacteria, don’t transfer those bacteria to your face and make your acne worse.

Don’t give up when the healing process is slow, it will heal and your skin will get better, give it time. To learn more about how you can get rid of oily skin please view this info graphic below - click to enlarge.

Credit of below info graphic:
https://www.thankyourskin.com/6-easy-things-can-get-rid-oily-skin/ 

Hada Labo Lifting + Firming 3D Perfect Gel Review

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Today review is for Hada Labo Lifting + Firming 3D Perfect Gel. If you have heard of Hada Labo you will know their famous Hada Labo lotion. This Hada Labo Gel that I'm reviewing today is their moisturizer multi function gel which is suitable for those 25 years old and above, since the function for lifting and firming. You might think 25 years old too young to use anti aging products? no, it's better to start taking anti aging skincare from 25 years old above, and this is gel products not oily at all. Let's review the products. 

Product Profile
Product Name: Hada Labo Lifting + Firming 3D Perfect Gel 
Origin: Japan
Content: 100g
Price: MYR100
Available: Guardian 
Function: Moisturizer / Multifunction
  

This is all in one Moisturizer gel - Emulsion, Essence, Milk, Cream (Gel), Sleeping Mask

 The description on the box

 Directions and ingredients

 More description - PH Balanced, Free of alcohol, fragrance, colorant & mineral oil

Plastic container packing

Description on the back in Japanese 

Clear  bouncy gel

Look at how bouncy the gel is...

Verdict

At first, not really used to the consistency, due to first time using product with bouncy gel consistency. After applied on skin, it absorb really quick and well, no fragrant at all, which is good. Clear gel, no alcohol, not oily at all. Just wash face, apply toner and apply this moisturizer - very convenient for busy people - no need to apply essence and lotion etc. And it really does what the product promise - it hydrate skin ALL DAY LONG and firm up my skin as well. Almost the perfect gel, the only down side is the Methylparaben other wise this score 100/100. 

Pros:

- Hydrate skin all day long

- Firming skin

- Convenient all in one gel (Emulsion, Essence, Milk, Cream (Gel), Sleeping Mask)

- PH Balanced, Free of alcohol, fragrance, colorant & mineral oil

- non-oily, gel based, easily absorb by skin

Cons:

 - Ingredient with methylparaben :(

Hopefully the Hada Labo company will find way to substitute this ingredients. All in all a really hydrating gel that really deliver its promise, and for this price with all in one function, its acceptable. 

The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Cream Review

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Today review is for The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Cream.

Product Profile
Product Name: The Saem Urban Eco Harakeke Cream 
Origin: South Korea
Content: 60ml
Price: MYR158
Available: Lazada 
Function: Moisturizer

Description:
This cream contains pure moisturizing energy of pristine New Zealand Harakeke! Moistuizing cream keeps moisture in the skin. 

How to use:
After using an essence, dispense an adequate amount and apply in an outward direction. Pat to absorb fully. 

Packing in plastic container

Description and Ingredients

Description in Korean

Korean language 

Very dense cream with light scent

Verdict:

Pros:

- Moisturizing

- Lightly scented

- Skin feels smooth and hydrated after usage

Cons:

- Need to pat to absorb to skin, apply too much will be tacky and take time to absorb

- Dense cream

Overall need time to pat this cream to skin to absorb nicely, other than moisturizing function no other extra benefits such as anti aging or whitening. Suitable for those looking for moisturizer without much skin concern. 

Skinfood Aqua Grape Bounce Cream Review

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Today review is for Skinfood Aqua Grape Bounce Cream.

Product Profile
Product Name: Skinfood Aqua Grape Bounce Cream
Origin: South Korea
Content: 63ml
Price: MYR126
Available: Skinfood Outlet
Function: Moisturizer

Description

A high-density, ultra-moisturizing bounce cream that creates moist and firm skin all day long by enhancing moisture density inside the skin with 50% special moisture from the sea and antioxidant energy - 40% sea grape extract and 10% deep sea water. A light, yet powerful bouncy moisture gel texture.

A gel texture that is quickly and deeply absorbed by skin refreshingly moisturizes dry and irritated skin. It also protects moisture to maintain hydration all day long. ​

How to use:

After using the essence or lotion, take sufficient amount gently apply all over your face along the skin texture, lightly pat to absorb. 

In glass bottle packing

Cute and simple bottle packing

Description on the box:

A high density ultra moisturizing bounce cream creates moist and firm skin all day long by enhancing moisture density inside the skin with 50% special moisture from the sea and antioxidant energy.

After using the essence or lotion, take sufficient amount gently apply all over your face along the skin texture, lightly pat to absorb. 

Cream texture is slightly bouncy and scented

Verdict:

Pros:

- moisturizing to skin

- Light scent

- Skin feels smooth and hydrated after applied

Cons:

- Need to pat to absorb, applying too much will be too tacky and takes a while to absorb by skin, so I prefer to apply at night due to a bit lazy to pat

- Lifting and firming need longer time to see result I think

On the firming and lifting function, so far no obvious visible result after one month of usage, probably need longer time to see the firming and lifting result. 

The Etude House Tint My Brows Gel Review

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Today review is for The Etude House Tint My Brows Gel.

Product Profile
Product Name: Etude House Tint My Brows Gel
Origin: S. Korea
Content: 4.5g
Price: MYR19 
Available: Etude House
Function: Brow Tint

What it is
New-concept eyebrow gel tint that makes eyebrow makeup last longer after removing the tint.

How to apply
1) After trimming the eyebrows without applying skincare product or makeup, apply a generous amount according to the desired shape of the eyebrow. (Apply a liberal amount to remove the pack easily.)
2) Dry for at least 2 hours. For stronger coloration, apply before going to bed at night and remove the next morning.
3) After drying completely, remove slowly starting from the tail of the eyebrow. (Do not remove the pack forcibly since it may pull out the eyebrow.)
4) Do not use a cleansing product (product with detergent) or apply force on the eyebrow area within 24 hours of using the product.

I tested it on my hand:

The color graduation: 

Freshly applied > After 2 hours > When rub viciously the color came off and turned to very light brown

My thoughts:
Last for about four days. Can be removed easily if you wash/rub it hard with soap. The color that I used in this reviewed is Grey Brown #3, in the first day the color appear dark grey, on day three the color appear lighter brownish which is better and more natural. I will buy other color next time. Overall quite good product with affordable price. The scent a bit strong though. 

Shiseido Perfect UV Protector SPF 50+ PA ++++ Review

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Today review is for Shiseido Perfect UV Protector SPF 50+ PA ++++ very water resistant. Shiseido is well known for their sun block. This post is my empties and they have the new version with blue – orange packing, so this is the old packing. I have a lot of empties which I want to review before throwing those away, just so I can review it when I need to. 

Product Profile

Product Name: Shiseido Perfect UV Protector SPF 50+ PA ++++

Origin: Japan

Content: 50ml

Price: MYR120

Available: Shiseido counter

Function: Sun Screen

Packing in plastic bottle 

Description behind the bottle 

 With crew cap 

Swatch - white runny liquid consistency

After application

Description 

SPF 50+･PA++++
A very water-resistant sun protection lotion that provides reliable defence against UV rays while offering advanced skincare benefits. Ideal for face and body, and especially formulated for strong sunlight conditions.
・Protects skin from UVA/UVB rays and helps reduce signs of photo-aging with exclusive SuperVeil-UV 360 technology.

Formulated with Profense CEL, a complex of ingredients that inhibits enzyme activity* and damage to cells and DNA*— factors linked to the formation of wrinkles and dark spots.

Contains Thiotaurine and Rose Apple Leaf Extract, proven to counteract oxidation.*

Absorbs quickly and feels comfortable on skin.

Promotes a smoother application of foundation and a lasting makeup finish.

Removes easily with basic cleansers.

Very water-resistant.

Perspiration-resistant.

Non-comedogenic.

Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested.

How to use:

Shake well before use.

Before sun exposure, apply a generous amount of lotion evenly to face and body.

When using on face, apply following skin care.

To remove, rinse off thoroughly using daily cleanser.

Verdict:

The texture of this sun screen is runny white liquid colour - white with hint of pink/peach colour. Not oily nor leaves white cast upon application, it has a light scent. Absorb quickly and nicely. Need to shake well before using, inside the bottle contain a metal ball – how do I know? I open it up before throwing away the empty bottle. 

Pros

Lightweight on skin

Not greasy or oily

Didn’t leave white cast

Water resistant 

High SPF 50+

Can use on face and body (although it would be kinda expensive to apply on your body)

Smooth finish – not shining 

Cons

Expensive and price gradually increase yearly

Need to shake well before usage – sometimes I forgotten to shake it

If you are going for a vacation or outing where you needed full SPF coverage, this is a good option – because of the water resistant function and you can confidently use this to avoid sun burn – of course you need to re-apply every hour to ensure full protection, especially after swimming. For everyday usage, where you mostly stay indoor - I found this expensive. There are other sun block with SPF50+ which can substitute this product for daily use – for those not expose to sun too long. 

Bodyshop Tea Tree Oil Review

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Today review is for Bodyshop Tea Tree Oil. This is use for treating acne and to apply on affected area only. 

Product Profile
Product Name: Bodyshop Tea Tree Oil
Origin: UK
Content: 10ml
Price: MYR42 (price varies according to ml)
Available: Bodyshop Outlet
Function: For treating blemishes/acne

 In a glass bottle packing 

Description at the back of the bottle

Description on Bodyshop website:

Tea tree essential oil is renowned for its powerful, purifying properties. We sustainably hand-harvest our Community Trade organic tea tree leaves within 12 hours, so we can bottle our purest, most potent oil. Our iconic Tea Tree Oil is a cult classic, and is great for on the spot application.

- Our iconic purest concentration Tea Tree Oil
- With purifying tea tree oil grown in the foothills of Mount Kenya
- Use on targeted areas of concern
- Reduces blemishes
- A cult classic

How to use:
Using fingertips or a cotton bud, dab Tea Tree Oil directly onto areas of concern, no more than three times a day.

Ingredients:
- Community Trade organic tea tree oil from Kenya - an ingredient renowned for its anti-bacterial benefits, an infusion perfect to help blemished skin
- Tamanu Oil from Madagascar - traditionally used to promote healthy-looking skin and has fantastic skin moisturising properties
- Lemon Tea Tree from Kenya - Anti-bacterial to give the products a zesty fragrance

Verdict
I applied this oil on affected area and in the morning I noticed it reduce the acne swelling and redness. Very pleasant smell, love it.  

Pros
- Reduce swelling and redness, heal acne with diligent usage
- Affordable
- Pleasant herbal scent 

Cons
- I use at night only, so I can apply generously, using it under other product at day time would be a little oily if applied generously.
- Only partial organic? Why the other ingredients not stated as organic?

Final verdict: For me this scores 4.8/5, really effective and the scent is relaxing and soothing. I have tried other Tea Tree Oil and find this is by far the best compare to other brands so far. Definitely one of my favorite.