Review : Clarins HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase

Clarins HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase

This new range serum also have the same ingredients like the HydraQuench Cream-Melt and according to description it restores vitality and youthfulness to the most dehydrated skin. An effective booster . A unique, bi-phase texture, unrivalled for its lightness, comfort and excellent skin tolerance. It promises to improve hydration action at 4 levels i.e: -

Dermal level : replenish the skin’s main water reservoir

Epidermal level : reactivates the production of natural moisturization factors (NMF) and protects epidermal cell hydration.

Corneal layer level : restores the hyrolipidic film and intercellular cement to limit water loss and reinforce skin’s defences

Skin surface : forms a non-occlusive film that reinforces skin protection against the excessive loss of water

And I was given a 15ml serum to try, which is equivalent to a half bottle of the full size serum. And I found that in this new formula serum the scent is much more lighter compare to their previous serum and HydraQuench Cream-Melt which is too strong for me.

Packaging : Comes in a pump dispenser bottle comes in frosted blue colour and has a gold cap to replaced the old white cap.

Scent : Very light Floral- Fruity

Texture : Consist of 1/5 oil phase (floating on top) with the 4/5 of water phase (on lower part) and the serum is named bi-phase for this reason. Need to shake well for the two phases to combine before using it. It will looked like clear liquid water.

Price : RM200/30ml

My review : Remember to shake well the serum before applying it! Although I feel my skin is a little bit oily when I first apply it however within minutes it quickly absorb into my skin and I barely can feel it anymore after that. I can feel my skin is immediately soft and smooth. And I would think this new serum formula works better on me compare to the old ones as it absorb faster and the effect stay longer on my skin. And I think people with combination skin would be able to use for this reason too. Overall, the serum has a good improvement from the previous formula as the serum does not give the "floating effect" anymore and now I feel everything is being absorb into my skin.

Pros : Absorb quickly into the skin, lighter scent

Cons : None

Clarins HydraQuench range will be available at all Clarins Skin Spa and counters starting from 1st September 2011 onwards and will be priced at

HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase - RM 200
HydraQuench Cream-Gel (50m) - RM 180
HydraQuench Cream-Melt (50ml) - RM 180

For more information, visit http://www.clarins.com.my/

Clarins introduces New HydraQuench formula specifically for Asian Skin

Clarins HydraQuench range has always been a favourite of mine since I first try them few years back as it effectively hydrate my skin without any fuss. And I love the scent of the range as it gives me a sense of relaxation...

And recently Clarins introduces its new HydraQuench range specially formulated for Asian skin. Incorporated with the most effective, moisturizing plant ingredients, it acts simultaneously at all skin levels to revive vitality and radiance.



This is the ideal level of water level that we should have in our skin. And one asked why is it water is important to our skin? Simply because up to 60-70% of the human body is made up of water, hence we need to hydrate our body with water by drinking and skin by applying hydrating skincare in order to make the body and skin works well.



Here Clarins ran an Absorption test to show the important of keeping our skin hydrated before applying any products.They showed us two same looking sponge, where one is wet sponge (soak in water) and another one is a dry sponge. Then they drip some blue water on the sponge and waiting for it to absorb. You can see from the picture that, the wet sponge seems to absorb the blue water faster than then dry sponge. And the same applies to our skin, if our skin is dry/dehydrated it is difficult to absorb any product's nutrient that we apply. Hence it is important to keep our skin hydrated before we apply any other booster products such as whitening, anti-aging and etc so that the products can be absorb into our skin effectively.

What is the common cause of dehydration?
Environment factors such sun , air-condition room...
Internal factors such as stress, age...



So what is this New HyraQuench range?

As I mentioned earlier this is a range that only available in Asia as it is specially created for Asian skin.It's our hot and humid weather, we need skincare that can give effective long lasting hydration that suitable for all skin type. Hence Clarins came out with this new formula for best selling serum and moisturizer, i.e


The two key ingredients that present in this new range are hyaluronic acid and katafray extract that works together for the optimal effectiveness of Clarins HydraQuench range. The role of hyaluronic acid which comes with two molecular weights, work to improve the protection of the skin surface and replenished dermal water reservoirs while katafray extract is to restore skin’s barrier effect and the production of natural moisturizing factors.


Katafray extract, harvested from Madagascar is well-known for its healing properties among the villagers which they used it for local medicine and also beauty rituals for Madagascan women who use it as a mask. As an important ingredient in HydraQuench range, katafray extract is part of Clarins fair trade and sustainable development programme. A fixed amount from the sales of Katafray goes to supporting local community projects by supplying clean waters to the villagers and funding a school for the children. In 2007, Clarins replanted 10,000 katafray trees.




Information extracted from press kit

HydraQuench Cream-Melt (All Skin Types)
A non-oily, refreshingly soft texture that delivers the comfort of a cream with the lightness of a lotion. Leaves a silky powdered film that illuminates the complexion. Hydration all day. Strengthens the barrier effect of skin, optimizes the production of natural moisturization factors (NMF) and maintains optimal water reserves in skin. With Sorbier bud, it strengthens blood vessels that are made sensitive due to changes in climate and boosts microcirculation.


HydraQuench Cream-Gel (normal to combination skin)
An immediate “cooling” effect for a cream that transforms into water on contact with skin. Strengthens the barrier effect of skin, optimizes the production of natural moisturization factors (NMF) and maintains optimal water reserves in skin, ensuring hydration all day. A formula rich in pomegranate and alpine willow herb extracts to tighten pores, control sebum production and deliver a long-lasting matte effect.




Texture : Cream melt is more creamy while Cream-gel is more light gives a sense of cooling

HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase (information extracted from press kit)

It is suitable for all skin type. Restores vitality and youthfulness to the most dehydrated skin. An effective booster A unique, bi-phase texture, unrivalled for its lightness, comfort and excellent skin tolerance. Improved hydration action at 4 levels: surface skin, corneal layer, epidermis and dermis

And I was given a full size of HydraQuench Cream-Melt and a deluxe size of HydraQuench Intensive Serum Bi-Phase for review. And the review will be up shortly as I have just finished using it.


So do stay tune if you interested to know more about this Clarins New HydraQuench range!

Review : Clarins UV Plus Hp Day Screen High Protection

Clarins UV Plus Hp Day Screen High Protection SPH 40 UVA-UVB/PA+++ oil free was launched with an upgraded version from their previous formula

Clarins discovered that the complete protection should not only focus on the protection from the “outside”—external aggressors of UV ray and pollution, but also what’s critical the “inside”—internal defense toward anti-oxidant and DNA damage.

(From the press released)

This new formulated UV Plus is made with a high performance France plant ingredients- Cantaloupe melon from Provence, obtained from organic farming- that is rich in super-oxide dismutase (SOD), an enzyme that fights with oxidation.Recognized as a rare fruit to be grown only in the best part of the garden, the Cantaloupe melon contains high level of SOD in its flesh. This enzyme protects the fruit from the harmful effects of free radicals, ensuring that the melon stays fresher, longer.

.Cantaloupe melon extract is clinically proven to obviously reduce the DNA damage as well as the free radicals in the keratinocyte caused by UVA exposure. To ensure the optimal effectiveness, the Cantaloupe melon extract is encapsulated in microcapsules that open up when applied onto skin and promote constant effectiveness.

Comes in their usual bottle form

Texture : Watery
Color: White
Smell : Scented

Note : There are two type, one is the neutral color sunblock which I am reviewing here and another one is tinted skin tone color.

Review : Although the sunscreen comes in white color, there is no white residue left on my skin after I applied it. My face feel smooth and it felt as if nothing has been applied on my skin. My skin did not turn out to be greasy even though I went under the sun for few hours due to sweating and I believe this is because of their light-weight formula designed for this sunblock.
I like the fact it comes in high SPH and promises to give very high antioxidant and anti-pollution protection to our skin. Most importantly protect our skin against premature aging. And this is so far my the best sunblock I ever tried. The only down side of this product is of course the price i.e it is being sold for RM156 for 30ml (but i think this is a good buy because it's really good!)

For more info, visit Clarin's facebook at https://www.facebook.com/my.clarins or website at http://my.clarins.com/

Review : Clarins White Plus Hp Skincare range

Clarins whitening series skincare has been in the market for a few year and this year they are launching a few items this year to complete their latest whitening series collection i.e Clarins White Plus Hp with sea lily and daisy flower extract.

Sea lily has the unique ability to control the skin's melanin production and prevent it from reaching the skin's surface by controlling the delivery of melanin to your skin cells.



Daisy extract contains polyphenols to fight harmful free radicals as it soothes skin against the elements. And this daisy extract will continues to work at night repairing, de-stressing and relaxing the skin for overnight recovery.

I tried their Hydraquench's series (i.e the hydration range) before and totally in love with it. But now stop using it for a while as my hydration level is quite fine now and my concern is more about pigmentation and uneven skin tone hence I am looking forward to try their whitening series.

Am glad to share with you all here some of the Clarins's White Plus Hp products that I have been testing for the past 1 weeks to 2 weeks ( Note : some products are sample size so don't last me long enough to let me see the result)

Clarins White Plus HP Pearl-to-Cream Brightening Cleanser - RM115/125ml

A creamy texture and a lightweight foam which perfectly cleanses the skin, tightens pores and brightens the complexion while respecting the hydrolipidic film. Skin is fresh, soft and comfortable.

Texture : cream based cleanser in transparent pearl color
Smell : strong water lily flower smell ( I like it!)

Lather with water and it turn into milky.

Review : Feels clean and slight brightening effect but at the same time face feel very dry and tight.

Clarins White Plus Hp Whitening Soft Aqua Milk which is their toner/lotion - RM145/200ml

A smooth and comfortable milky lotion to relax and soften skin. It restores a smooth, luminous aspect and brightens the complexion. Perfect for dry-prone skin or in cold climates.

Texture : Pale yellow watery liquid
Smell : strong water lily flower smell

Review : Cant see any different in term of brightening as the lotion only lasted me few applications only. After I applied it using cotton pad, my face did felt a bit sticky but it does not bother me.

Clarins White Plus Hp Intensive Whitening Smoothing Serum -RM260/30ml

Helps to fights wrinkles, dark spots and a dull complexion thanks to Alchemilla, Raspberry, Vitamin C and oils of Palm and Coconut. It minimizes dark spots and helps prevent new ones from forming.

Texture : White lotion
Smell : Strong water lily flower smell

Review : Absorb into my skin immediately after application and my skin does feel smoother (and not feeling sticky at all) . Scars do look a bit brighter after few applications.

Clarins Shaping Facial Lift Lipo-drain serum - RM225/50ml

This smooth, refreshing serum instantly lightens the face to reveal more refined facial contours. It firms the features, to lift and rejuvenate. The face is refined and protected from dark spots while the complexion is brighter and radiant.

Texture: White milky lotion
Smell : Strong floral smell

Review : This Shaping Facial Lift has an unique way to apply this on our face i.e Clarins Manual Auto-Lifting Method for better result. After application my face does feel smoother and not sticky. However this 1 small tube which only allow me 1 time application I could not see if my face shape is more refined. But definitely I can say with the floral smell I feel more relaxing after following the Clarins Aut0-Lifting Method.

Clarins Whitening Repairing Night Cream RM240/50ml . This was launched on March 2011.

The first night cream to act against hyperpigmentation due to daytime UV rays and stress accumulated from morning to night. Also Soothes, regenerates and moisturizes the skin. It slows the production of melanin during the night. Skin is brighter and more radiant in the morning. Thanks to a draining action, the face appears smooth and rested.

Texture : White cream
Smell : Light water lily flower smell

Review : The cream absorb into my skin immediately after application. In fact it was a bit sticky after application however after a while the it is no longer sticky (maybe because my room is equiped with air-condition and we on it most of the time) and woke up the next morning feeling my face is supple and smooth. I tried applied on the second night and sleep with fans on, and when I woke up the face feel a little bit sticky, but I'm still comfortable with it. As the night cream tube given was a sample size, I can't see brightening effect with few application but definitely feel my face is hydrated even though this is a whitening range. So I don't think this is suitable for people with super oily skin.


Apart from the Night cream, Clarins also launched 2 news products under this range, Gentle Renewing Brightening Peel and Gentle Brightening Exfloliator , however I yet to try this two products at this moment.


Generally I think Clarins has strong floral smell and if you are one who are not fancy of strong fragrance smell then you might not like them. Personally I find this smell pleasing and relaxing. And the products is quite mild (always suitable for sensitive skin) and worth trying as it does not cause me any irritations during my trial period.


Look out for my next post, I will posting my review on their new improved Clarins UV Plus Hp Day Screen High Protection.

For more information & promotion, visit Clarin's facebook or website at http://my.clarins.com/

Be the 1st 1000 fan of Clarins Malaysia Facebook and get freebies

Clarins Malaysia has just joined facebook recently. And this is not a joke wokay though today is April Fool Day!

For the 1st 1000 fans who joined their facebook, you are entitled to a Clarins Mirror!

Up to now , 501 members has joined their facebook account, so you stands a very high chance!

And on top of that you could either book your Skin Time session via their facebook or take the UV Protection Challenge Q&A and win the latest UV Plus Hp sunblock samples to try!

The Skin Time appointment is a one-to-one hands-on session with Clarins Beauty Expert where you will :

• DISCOVER the perfect beauty regime for your skin;
• LEARN, step by step, how to achieve optimum skincare results and
• ENJOY a customized trial supply of Clarins products*. All for free.

How to book your Skin Time Session

1) You must like Clarins Malaysia's facebook fanpage first

2) Click on the right hand "What's New" tab and you click on "Book Skin Time Now." You may select the date, time, and counters at the application

3) Then you need to show the sms on your phone that you received at the counter to redeem the samples at the chosen counter.

For more information, visit Clarins Malaysia facebook page here or their official page here.

FOTD: My version of refresh and glowing look!

I realized have been few months since I posted Face of the Day (FOTD) post.. so here am I to share my makeup of the day with you girls...

Yes I love to go colorful and heavy on my eyes makeup , but there are some days where I am feeling down and would like to look natural yet glowing!

So here am I to share my face of the day

To look refresh and glowing one need to look as if she has a very good skin.

Here I am using Skin79 Super+ Pink BB Cream as my foundation.

Skin 79 Super+ Pink BB Cream is very easy to apply and it gave me quite a medium coverage on my skin.

Later I settled my face with Lunasol Micro Finish powder N in 02 Natural Beige. Last but not least, I brushed a few swipes of Stila Convertible Colour in Peony on my cheek.

So I think my face already looked glowing here.

Next I colored my eyes with Lancome Pop and Petrol (using shimmering green, shimmering white and teal) and Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara. I am going light with intensity because I want it to look natural.. and not to much.

Then I finished off my lips with my Estee Lauder Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick in Terracotta. This is currently my favorite lipstick as it gave a nude golden peach color on my lips...!!!

Hope this help in creating your own version of glowing look!


Happy Tuesday people!!


I cant wait for Saturday to go Bangkok!!

Check out New Clarins Shaping Facial Lift Challenge & Samples!

I received a newsletter from Clarins about their latest Shaping Facial Lift. Not only they are giving out samples for us to try ! But they are organising Clarins V-Challenge where there are total of RM50,000 worth of prizes to be won!

So remember to CLICK ON the pictures below here to find out more.

Click on the above image to check out Clarins V-Challenge where you load your picture to show your best face V-shaped contour!

p/s: My face round2x cannot join this challenge one... :(

To receive Clarins complimentary samples of their latest Shaping Facial Lift, simply click ON the above image!

You will need to key in your information and preferred redemption counter before submitting it. And print out the voucher to redeem 2pcs of sample.And normally this is while stocks last!

ALERT Digi user! Buy 1 Free 1 Clarins Facial!

I was browsing to look for blackberry service for my phone and I saw the word privileges and click on it ! Ah ! Wow Digi is so generous giving a lot of special promotion to Postpaid & Prepaid customers.

As a beauty addict, quickly I browse using category and found out Clarins having a SUPER GOOD PROMOTION , BUY 1 FREE 1 FACIAL , whether its at beauty suite (counters) or in their Clarins Institute !! Simply by showing your Digi's Logo from your handphone screen to buy this special promo !!

Best best of all !! Applicable for NEW and EXISTING customers!

Price for reference
45 mins facial at Beauty Suite - RM148 ( all kinds treatment)
1 hour facial at Clarins Institute RM208 (all kinds treatment)


One thing about Clarins, there is NO EXTRACTION and their massage, environment & smell of the facial room smell so heavenly !!! And their products especially the Hydraquench range are awesome !

So quick, the promotion only valid for the month of July 2010 (in Clarins counters/Clarins Institute) and you are advised to use up the facial treatments within 3 months from the date of purchase! You can find is a list of location ofn Clarins Beauty suite & Institute with their phone number for you to make your appointment at Digi's website.

Click Digi's website here to find other privileges on other categories such as Food, Shopping, Travel, Entertainment and others.

EOTD :Barney Smokey Eyes

A while ago one of my reader Cuna gave a daring suggestion that is to do purple smokey eyes. Well I decided to try since purple is one of my favorite colour.

Here are masterpiece, but I think still need to fine tune it.

Actually the colour did not show properly in the picture, because this picture is taken under very bright lighting. The outer end of the eyes purple colour was actually slight darker than this.

I applied

Paul & Joe Moisturizing Foundation Premier SPH 12 PA+ in 02
Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation in #OC04
ELF Mineral Eyeshadow Premier
I Nuovi Browcake (Compact Eyebrow Colour) in Oak
I Nuovi Starstruck eye shadows pallete
Lunasol Star Shower Eyes #04 Star River (AW Collection 2009)
Shu Uemura Painting Liner M Night Blue
Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara in Black
Nars in Orgasm blusher
Shiseido Macquillage Finish Powder in Translucent
Laneige Snow Crystal Melting Glossy Lipstick in Hotpink (Review here)


Wait do I look like a Barney ?

Hopefully not!

Barney quite cute also what!

Anyway, I am ready for spring anytime, with my purple eyeshadow and my pretty flower dress.

Review: Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara

Got this from Clarins workshop which I attended early last month. Did not give much thought when I first try this mascara as all this Clarins is more famous for their skincare especially their Hydraquench range which I love it because it totally work on me! But I do remember Michell (the speaker for the Clarin's workshop) said she totally cannot live without Clarins mascara because it does wonder to her. I wasn't convince at first when she told us at the workshop, so I decided to try it after my Clinique's Lash Power Mascara sample size going to finish soon.

This is a travel size mascara in 3ml and it is in 01 Wonder Black colour.

The wand looks like ordinary mascara wand which I am using. However this is some of the information which I extracted from their Clarins US website which is more comprehensive

A multi-dimensional, 3-in-1 mascara, that ensures oversized volume, curl and length, with an instant and intense effect. From the first brush stroke, lashes are coated from root to tip with smooth, even, deeply pigmented colour and a beautiful lash look.
3-in-1 capabilities to ensure impressive volume, length and curl.
- Incredibly thick, volumized lashes, perfectly separated, no clumping.
- Infinitely long lashes, highlighted along their base by a superb eyeliner effect.

- Lashes with a spectacular curl that always remain supple.

This time around I am going to put before and after picture to show the difference, and you girls pls tell me is this a Wonder Perfect Mascara as it claims.



First of all I curl my helpless short lashes before putting on the mascara. At this first swipe, I was surprise the colour are intense, very very black. It was very easy to apply, each and every upper eye lashes was perfectly combed. However it is a bit of the challenge to comb the lower lashes, need to be careful. The lashes was nicely separated and it did not clump.

p/s: Excuse my little bump on my heads, was having periodical pimples.

I applied the mascara twice on my lashes. WOW I AM IMPRESSED!!! Not only my lashes are visibly lengthened but it also provide some volume to my poorly grown lashes. The different is obvious in my opinion. However a while ago when I review the Clinique Lash Power Mascara, I thought it was the best in term of lengthening my lashes but not providing any volume to my lashes.

Now I want to do a comparison to see which is better!

One the left , I applied Clinique Lash Power Mascara and on the right I applied Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara.

It is obvious that Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara is a clear winner in term of lengthening my lashes and it gives better curl to my lashes. It must be noted that it is easier to use Clinique Lash Power Mascara when applying my lower lashes as the wand are smaller.

Although the picture is not clear here, but in reality Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara does provides a little more volume to my lashes compare to the Clinique Lash Power Mascara.

Final Verdict : It is a clear winner that Clarins Wonder Perfect Mascara. It gives my lashes better curl, lengthening voluming and the colour are more intense. And I like this better than the Clinique one already :D


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