14 days Challenge Review : StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum and Spot Repair gave me proven result that was promised in their clinical studies!

After exactly 14 days of using StriVectin-WH™ , it is time for me to do a detail review to see if this Cosmeceutical skincare product really works on me?

Do you know our spots are usually caused by sun damage (i.e UV rays) or some are due to the natural aging process, and hyperpigmentation occurs when the melanocytes in skin go awry, and transfer too much pigment to the keratinocytes.

I got to be honest here that I only started dilligently puting on sunblock every single day for the past 4 years when I started to learn more about my skin and I think maybe the hyperpigmentation on my face came from either my parents genetic or it's the result from the past sun damage.

StriVectin-WH™ Key Ingredients are:-

-Proprietary NIA-114™ (niacin, in the form of Nicotinic Acid) targets the triggers that cause hyperpigmentation by normalizing the transfer of pigments, and rebuilding skin health so you can hold onto new radiance.

-Natural Tyrosinase Inhibitors, Vitamin C and Synovea® Skin Brightener (hexylresorcinol), help to regulate melanin formation, which is the source of dark spots, sun spots and age spots.

-Vitamin C (stable ascorbyl glucoside) diminishes melanin production, reduces existing melanin, stimulates collagen and acts as a strong antioxidant.

-Willowbark Extract, a natural form of salicylic acid, generates cell turnover to shed pigmented cells and improve skin texture.

-Betaine, from Sugar Beet, a natural skin softener, minimizes transepidermal water loss (TEWL) for an overall smoother, healthier-looking complexion.

-Pomegranate Extract, a powerful antioxidant, aids in enhancing cell turnover.

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Since StriVectin-WH™ is a Cosmeceutical skincare product, let's see the clinical studies first where it would be tried, tested and proven to see the efficiency of the product.

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White was tested in 12-week, independent, double-blind clinical trials against a placebo containing leading brightening actives†. These studies revealed that StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White was 6x more effective than brightening actives alone in just 4 weeks, due to our proprietary accelerator NIA-114™, and progress was documented in the following timeline of results:

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White products were also clinically proven to reduce the size of individual dark spots by 82% in 12 weeks, creating a 90% improvement in the overall appearance of facial melasma!

Even with only two weeks usage, the new StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White products work to build a stronger, healthier skin barrier, and normalize the transfer of pigment. This is important because medical-grade whitening ingredients work by shutting off the pigment transfer, which can lead to side effects.

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White treatments works on three levels to:

• Slow down the production of melanin

• Normalize the transfer of pigment and improve the overall quality of the cell

• Increase cell turnover to reveal those higher quality cells and get rid of dark spots and discolorations quicker!

Journey of brigtening with StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White

Week 2: Skin turnover accelerates; skin tone appears brighterWeek 4: Excess pigmentation diminishes; new radiance beginsWeek 8: Pigmentation normalizes; dark spots visibly fade; skin appears luminous

Week 12: 85% of women saw a reduction in discolorations, and skin appeared youthful and glowing

And nearly 50%of people out there thought that only a cosmetic procedure could deliver results like this!

Another thing I like about StriVectin-WH™ products is that they are FREE from paraben, fragrance and comedogenic as well.

Below would be my reviews after my 14 days challenge in using on StriVectin-WH™ Photo White Booster Serum and StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair.

Before you read further, kindly be informed all the pictures you see here are in original form and not edited in anyway and well it's the ugly truth of my skin's condition.

My skin condition 2 weeks ago

Problems spotted : Dullness, Uneven skin tone, pigmentation, dark eye circles and dehyradated skin.

To ensure the accuracy of the 14 days challenge results, I have integrated the both StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White products into my normal skincare regime and this would mean that I merely replacing my usual serum with these both products.

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum

Description
A highly potent, quick absorbing all-over face serum for mild to moderate age spots, sun spots and dark spots, it brightens dull skin tones and visibly diminishes spots for clearer, brighter, younger-looking skin. Non-comedogenic and paraben-free.

Direction to use
Apply to clean skin after toner and before moisturizer for day and night skincare regime. For best results, please use 2 pumps on whole face and massage it in before following it with StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Day Lotion SPF 30 in the day.

List of ingredients

Texture: White liquid

Scent: Very mild & pleasant scent

Absorption: Fast without leaving any sticky feeling


My review on StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum

I applied 2 pumps of StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum everyday after my toner and before my normal moisture and sunblock all over my face, avoiding eyes areas. As I always have the habit of warming up my palms before massaging any products on my skin for better absorption, I felt StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster serum absorbs quickly into my skin upon me massaging it. The light texture left me no sticky feeling but merely a very mild & pleasant scent behind. Although this is a whitening serum, I felt that my skin are little more hydrated compared to my usual whitening/brightening serum skincare .

Description

An ultra-concentrated formula in a unique, twist-pen applicator, for targeting dark, stubborn spots at the source. Works together with the StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum and StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Day Lotion SPF 30 to accelerate and maintain brightening benefits. Also perfect to treat spots on hands and décolletage.

Direction to use

Turn the base of the pen to dispense a small amount. Apply by gently rubbing in only on targeting stubborn spots area for your day & night skincare regime. Follow with StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Day Lotion SPF 30 in the day.

Ingredients list

Texture: White liquid

Scent: Very mild & pleasant scent

Absorption: Fast without leaving any sticky feeling

My review on StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair

I put on StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair everyday after puting on the StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster serum. My spots situated mostly on my both cheek area. Sometimes I need to twist more than 2-3 times before I can see the liquid flowing out from the silicone tip. I applied the product directly on my spots using the tip and used my fingers to gently massage it it. Just like the Booster serum, this spot repair also light texture and easily absorb into my skin. There is no sticky feeling after application.

I took this pictures exactly after 2 weeks of continous usage of StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum and StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair. A very obivious dark spot which I circled on my left cheek looked lighter, skin tone more even and brighten as an overall after 2 weeks applying them. Some of the scars near to the nose looked a little bit lighten as well.

I was really suprise my hydration level increased from 26% to 31%, although it is not at the best level but at least showed that StriVectin-WH whitening ingredients are not drying for my skin and actually moisturizing my skin.

p/s:In this 2 weeks I did not use additional hydration serum and I was really glad to see improvement in skin's hydration level.

Nothing beats the readings from skin test machine, because it tell you readings which you can measure against your previous result!

My stubborn spot which was having 4 stars rating merely 2 weeks ago and now it has been reduced to 3 stars rating. I would thik it is a big different considering I only used this for 2 week!

I must say that I'm pretty impressed with the fast noticeable results by StiVectin-WH that I could get even I was only trying it for 14 days. I mean not only physically, skin condition has improved but under the layer of skin the condition has improved!

p/s: This natural lighthing maybe a bit brighter here but it's not easy to get same lighting for all pictures!

Well now I feel more confident to show you my bare face, I won't say my skin is at tip top condition now but overall the StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White serum booster & spot corrector has given proven results to my skin within 14 days. Now their clinical studies are proven not only by professionals but by people like me who accepted the 14 days challenge...And bear in mind I am giving real & honest testimonial here with pictures as my evidence!

The results I saw from my skin after the 14 days challenge is that my skin is a little bit brighten, skin and no longer looked dull anymore! Most importants I saw my stubborn spots (which has been there fo very long) has been lighten by a bit and was really suprised to see that it actually improved my hydration level of my skin by a bit! I am looking forward to see my skin's conditions improvement after the 4th & 8th week!

I'm thinking to myself that since Cosmeceutical skincare product has high level of effectiveness proven by clinical studies which I am now comfortable in believing, I would not mind to try

other Cosmeceutical skincare product especially when their price range is competitive and in the same with other counter brands!

Whole StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White range & their prices

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum 30ml : RM347
StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair 4 ml : RM186
StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Day Lotion SPF 30 50 ml : RM285

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Night Cream (Coming soon!)
A deeply hydrating night cream to restore skin’s translucent glow while you sleep! Rich, luxurious texture – the perfect companion to complete the Photo-White regimen.

StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster Serum, Spot Repair and Day Lotion SPF 30 are now available in:

StriVectin counters in Parksons Pavilion, KLCC, 1 Utama, Gurney Plaza, Isetan The Gardens and Metrojaya Mid Valley.

Do you know that Cosmeceutical skincare products work because they are proven by clinical studies

Two weeks ago I was invited to attend an event titled Beyond the Basic: A Discovery of New Age of Skincare which was held at Parkson KLCC and I was really curious what is the new age of skincare they are referring about!

The NEW age of skincare that presented to us is the Cosmeceutical product range and I have to admit that I heard it before but have no clear idea what is it about. And after a good 2 hours sessions with the experts now I can share with you guys what is this Cosmeceutical products about here!

Cosmeceutical product is not our normal skincare products because it is a product that combines cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for maximized efficiency!

What makes Cosmeceutical product different from our usual skincare products is that it contains active ingredient purporting to have medical or drug-like benefits.

These products are backed with extensive research and clinical trials that provide proven results. And this would simply means, Cosmeceutical product is a product that specifically invented to target to your concern and you can be confident when using it simply because there are clinical studies which tried, tested and proven the efficiency of the product. And this clinical studies are conducted by professional scientists in lab and not the not the normal focus group Q&A research kinda of thing.

Cosmeceutical counter at Parksons KLCC beauty hall.

There are a total of four brands that are introduced to us which are Cosmeceutical skincare product are Bremenn Research Labs, Talika, StriVectin-WH and Perricone MD. A great plus point for all these brands are they are FREE from paraben!!!!

Bremenn Research Labs is a brand from US exists to create targetted solutions for specific skincare needs. I was introduced two of their star products, i.e:-

i) Bremenn HylexinEye cream (RM235 for 15ml) paraben-free is the first formula specifically developed to dramatically reduce the appearance of serious dark circles and recently they have improved their formula with up to five botanical extracts to increase the effectiveness of the product.

ii) Bremenn Upper Eyelid Lifter (RM235 for 15ml) is the first product I came across that focus to help to reduce our upperlid tend to sag, deflate and droop as usually eye products focus on under-eye puffiness or dark eye circles. Something really interesting, I should check this more later on!

StriVectin is a leading clinical anti-aging brand that uses problem-solution skin treatments to address the full spectrum of visible aging issues. Their skin solutions are formulated with the patented science of NIA-114, a niacin molecule discovered in skin cancer prevention by Drs. Myron & Elaine Jacobson. Recently they introduced new StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Booster range which consists of Booster Serum (Rm347 for 30ml), Spot Repair (Rm186 for 4ml) and Day Lotion SPF 30 (RM285 for 50ml) which was developed for those who are looking for more translucent, even-toned skin with less hyperpigmentation. Will talk on the details soon!

Perricone MD is founded in 1998 by Dr. Nicholas Perricone, Perricone MD features a collection of exclusive, unique and highly efficacious Cosmeceuticals comprised of patented and proprietary technologies that have revolutionized anti-aging skin care.

They are well-known for their star product Cold Plasma (Rm669 for 30ml) which was formulated with a revolutionary ionic suspension carrier system that delivers customized cellular nutrition to the face for visibly firmer, brighter, smoother and radiant skin. And many of my friends swear by this and I think I gotta give this a try soon!

And another product which captured my attention is No FOundation Foundation (RM223 for 30ml), which is a multi-purpose product that provides natural translucent coverage for a smooth glowing finish, while protecting with a natural SPF30. This is not your normal foundation that merely giving a veil to your face but it is formulated with proprietary patented anti-oxidants that delivers anti aging benefits to diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, discoluration and loss of firmess. After putting on Perricone MD No FOundation Foundation, you will expect your face to have a dewy finish with your skin looking naturally smooth, radiant and beautiful.

The last brand that was introduced to me was Talika, and they are not a stranger to me simply because I have used their star product Lipocils (RM185 for 10ml) before and it worked! It is an eyelash treatments that speed up our eyelash grow and I saw their result in 28 days just as they claimed, amazing right! Anyway besides Lipocils, TalikaLash Conditioning Cleanser (RM110 for 100ml) is also one of their best seller. It is gentle enough for sensitive eyes but powerful enough to take on the toughest waterproof mascara, the Lash Conditioning Cleanser removes makeup while toning and strengthening lashes. I tried the texture, its quite jellyish and I quite like it when I tried it on!

Anyway we are being challenged to try out Cosmeceutical skincare products to see whether they live up to their claim!

First and foremost, in order to make sure the Cosmeceutical product works on one's skin, we have to determine our own skin's concern. Definitely I know we don't have only ONE skin concern only! But here we need to focus on a particular skin concern that we think is crucial and need immediate attention in order for us to select the proper Cosmeceutical productto try out to see the effectiveness!

I got to be honest, I myself am very much concerned about all the skin problems stated above except acne. However I do realised in this recent two years when I am approaching late twenties my pigmentations/dark spots problems have been more serious.

Personally I have tried many skincare product to reduce or lighten the pigmentations on my face knowing the fact that it cannot be removed easily (unless going through laser treatment). I don't know whether to be happy or sad to say that some whitening/brightening skincare products does worked on me but the duration to show the result is slow or the result is not obivious and the ingredients in the products often causing my face feeling dry. Skincare products are known to give slow result and this would mean that we need to have long term investment to use the whitening/brightening skincare products in order to see the result and often they are not very cheap to start with.

At the event (2 weeks back), I was given a skin test to see what are my skin condition . The thing about skin test using professional machine is that they could tell you speficially what are your skin's problem and how serious they are! And I always felt we would not know our real skin's problem under we go for a skin test. Because it tells you everything, from the outer layer to deep layer of our skin epidermis. And I gotta say yes it's scary to know the truth and the good thing is we can see from the skin test which skin concern need immediate attention.

Hydration level : 26 (skin dehyrated)

Pores & Uneveness : 3 stars

Dark spots - 4 stars ( I have this very obivious patch of pigmentation on my left cheek and it is there since 2 years ago!)

Wrinkles - 2 stars (taken at my eyes area)

An over view of my skin condition 2 weeks back. I know how it became worst when my living lifestyle is bad and I was stress about work.

I was determine to get rid or reduce the pigmentation on my left cheek which I mentioned earlier on and I was recommended to try two products from StriVectin-WH™ range, i.e StriVectin-WH™Photo-White Booster Serum and StriVectin-WH™ Photo-White Spot Repair for 14 days.

Check out the next post on my review on these both products whether it works for me after 14 days!

Before I end this post, a group pictures with brand's representative together with Juli & Haze who are also particapting in this 14 days challenge!

Shiseido Promotion in Isetan

Spotted this as well in Isetan's e-newsletter. So when I went for my facial in KLCC, visited my favourite SA, Frannie in Isetan to check out.

Buy 2 full size products

Shiseido Extra Gentle Cleansing Foam 125 ml (RM109) and Shiseido Hydro Nourishing Softener Lotion 150 ml (RM145) at RM254 and get the 5 pieces of gift with purchases.

Shiseido Hydro Nourishing Softener Lotion 75ml (half of ori size)-worth RM72.50
Shiseido Day Protection Moisturizing SPH15 - 15ml
Shiseido Night Moisturizer - 15ml
Shiseido Purifying Mask - 15ml
Shiseido Multi Energizing Cream- 10ml
Shiseido Rinse Off Cleansing Gel - 12ml

They have 50 sets in KLCC , but now left 20 sets only, so those who using this range should stock up this, because the free softener they are giving is half size of original

Also this is special promotion!!!

Buy a box of Shiseido White Lucent Intensive Brightening Mask at RM250 and get the above for free. The gifts are

A piece of Shiseido White Lucent Intensive Brightening Mask
Shiseido Hydro Nourishing Softener Lotion 75ml (half of original size)worth RM72.50
Shiseido White Lucent Intense Spot Targeting Serum 9ml worth RM123
Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Moisturizing Emulsion (not sure how many ml)

I was told left 10 sets more.

Call to look for Frannie (Tel : 03-2161 9405) , if you wanted to reserve the above sets ~ tell her Jess recommended you and remember book your appointment for their skin test if you wanted to try!

p/s: This is the best chance for you to try the Shiseido White Lucent Intense Spot Targeting Serum, this works so well on me, amazing! I will post something on this later, look out for this!

First 100th readers of MWW redeem Free SK-II skincare samples

SK-II is giving out *mystery gifts* to the first 100 readers who presents the voucher at any Parkson counter. The cut out voucher came from Malaysian Women Weekly Magazine June Edition.

Note : When I exchanged it during my lunch time, the SA told me the 100 readers to get the mystery gifts would includes numbers from other counters . Hmm.. it is kinda weird becayse the voucher did not even say so .

I am required to go through a simple skin test before I can get the samples for free! So my skin test level is quite promising except my sebum level are low. sigh!

I am glad to get their trial cleanser and Whitening series moisturizer to try after reading some reviews !!!

Shiseido: A Lifetime of Beutiful Skin Roadshow in KLCC 1-7 June 2010

Thanks to Susan's our beauty spy to let us know that Shiseido is having roadshow in KLCC, Concourse level Centre court! The Roadshow is starting from today 1st June to 7th June 2010.

So I went to check out !

The promoter asked me to have skin test first and I am so glad the skin condition has improved so well!!! I am going to post the previous and current skin test result later !!! Because its so good it deserve a separate post!

Starter kits available !

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The Gift with purchases !!!!!

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Additional bonus and gift !!!



I was given 3 pcs skincare after the skin test! White Lucent Brigtening Cleansing Foam w, Brigtening Balancing Softener Enriched w and Brightening Protective Emulsion w Sph15.


Note : I must share with my dear readers that currently I am using their White Lucent Brightening Cleansing Foam w and have tried their White Lucent Spot Targeting Serum, its so darn good but its RM410 !!!! And after using it my skin become brighter, smoother and more moisture! I need more money !


Apart from that, I was reading The Star over my lunch and found out that Shiseido also advertised in The Star Paper under Metro Central section, page M9, a list of starter kits with price are shown.

Also there is cut out voucher for you to present it at Shiseido KLCC Roadshow to enjoy Free Skin Analysis and 3 pcs skincare for free.

Note : Even you do not have the voucher like me, I walked it and was served by the SA without asking me for the voucher. Well if you have the voucher, then why not cut it and bring in over, in case :)

And for those who wants to stock up their skincare from Shiseido or try their products, this is the best time to go !

Report of Lancôme 75th Year Anniversary Celebration Roadshow

Lancôme celebrates their 75th Year Anniversary at KLCC lower ground from 2-8 March 2010

The 1st 100 visitors got extra gift, unfortunately I was there only yesterday evening.

However the rest visitors still receive 1 complimenatry 3-piece gift upon completion of tour in Lancome with your entrance pass.

And I also managed to be the first 500th visitors to visit them to entitle for 3 months subscription of Sisters Magazine !

Top view

This is the Wall of fame of Lancôme

Lancome was formed in 1935! and this year is their 75th Anniversary



Lancome evolution~

My Entrance Pass to the Lancome 75th Year Anniversary

We need to present this ticket completed with 3 stamps as well as personal information attached to receive a complimentary 3-piece gifts

The French style Fountain of Youth ~

1st stop, I had my skin test check, generally my skin is okay, jus need to maintain the hydration and do more facials to increase the sebum level.

2nd stop, Went to the Makeup station where the 5 mins touch up was given to get then 2nd stamp

3rd stop, I went to try the perfume before getting the final stamp on the entrance pass.

The 3-piece freebies upon completion of the entrance pass( with 3 stamps from various station).


Don't forget to check them out ! It's until 8 of March 2010.

For enquiries and more details on the road show schedule, contact 1800-880-112.

p/s: Didn't get anything that time , I need to finish all skincare at home before buying !