NH Colla Plus – Choosing The Right Collagen Beauty Drink - Pt 1

Who will actually benefit most from taking NH Colla Plus and what sets it apart? Apart from making your skin lighter, NH Colla Plus – the beauty collagen drink is also for those who are looking for radiant and younger looking skin and those suffering from under eyes dark rings, under eyes bags, fine lines & wrinkles, dry skin, enlarged pores and, noticeable neck lines and treating skin disorders. The good deed of this beauty drink has put many of other beauty products to shame.

The main purpose of this instant beauty drink is to enhance the skin's collagen synthesis by delaying the aging effect and restoring the youthfulness – a wonderful collagen stimulator at work.

" The main purpose of this instant beauty drink is to enhance the skin's collagen synthesis by delaying the aging effect and restoring the youthfulness – a wonderful collagen stimulator at work "

By the facts, collagen is the most plentiful protein in our body available in the bone & skin, ligaments, cartilage and the tendons – Approximately 70% of the protein in connective tissue are from collagen and it is 30% of all protein in the body. Let’s pause and set the beauty topic aside. If you are an avid sports lover, here are the good news. The issue of collagen becomes significant for individuals, in fact even more significant if you are over the age of 25, involving in hard physical activity, people with fibromoyalgia and acute tendinitis ( acute pain syndrome ) sufferers as the body's natural ability for self-repair supporting connective tissue and maintain the cells hydration diminishes as it grows older.

Many athletes and sport followers regularly take protein supplements to support muscle tissue, who obviously fare better than those people who suffer unexplained body pains and do nothing but again, most protein supplements in the market do not have sufficient critical raw materials required by the body to stop the pain repair the damaged tissues.

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Japan’s Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Series - Pt 4

For the White Lucent Brightening Moisturizers, they come in the types of cream, gel and emulsion to match for the different requirements of skin. For the oilier skin type, you can use the gel type and for drier skin, go for the emulsion type. During daytime or if you are active for outdoor, you can use the Brightening Protective Moisturizer (SPF 15, as sprinted on the body ) to protect and moisturize skin at the same time.

For targeted application, the White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum+ is an ultra brightening serum specially formulated to get rid of stubborn dark spots in as quick as 10 days and also to prevent future

" This serum is equipped with arbutin, plant extracts from Asia, moisturizing complex and the “multi-target vitamin C” to get rid of blemishes, dark spots or freckles "

skin pigmentation from occurring as to make your skin brighter. It has an ‘ultra’ strong re-texturizing and smoothing elements to boost clarity and radiance for flawless tone. This high strength serum is developed using the cutting-edge Shiseido Multi-Action Brightening System+, for targeting all kinds of skin hyper-pigmentation and associated causes like acne scars, dark spots, bump on skin and age spots. It also contains the ME Complex comprising the plant extracts from Angelica Root and Yomogi to speed up cell turnover and destroying the pigment from melanin. For the Concentrated Brightening Serum, it won the Cosmopolitan magazine’s award before for Best Cosmetic in Japan. This serum is equipped with arbutin, plant extracts from Asia, moisturizing complex and the “multi-target vitamin C” to get rid of blemishes, dark spots or freckles.

The exclusive skin brightening agent m-Tranexamic Acid, which is the star ingredient in the Shiseido White Lucent Serum series is available in the Skincare Powder, Spot-Control Base UV SPF35 PA+++ and Brightening Spot-Control Foundation SPF25 PA.

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Japan’s Shiseido Revital Whitening Serum AA EX ( Aging 3D ) - Pt 2

Looking back to history, the Revital collection was actually Shiseido’s highly successful star product, launched in June 1981. At that time, it incorporated the Shiseido’s patented amino acid gel emulsification strategy and also became the 1st ever cosmetics line to concentrate on amino acids and their important function to skin.

Fast forward to now, it continues its legacy by offering its blessing to youthful beauty to Asian women with the launch of Shiseido Revital Whitening Serum AA EX in 2010, a high performance skin whitening

" The exclusive 3D amino-acid complex is also included within the formulation as it is the Shiseido’s latest skincare age-controlling technology "

and anti-aging serum ( all-in-one ) that incorporates the very best of Revital formulation. The Revital’s anti aging strategy is dubbed “Aging 3D” as it is fundamentally a 3-way attack on aging skin: 1) Deep - wrinkles 2) Down - sagging skin and 3) Darkening - skin dullness and spot. This age defying ‘Aging 3D’ formula is available to all Revital products. The exclusive 3D amino-acid complex is also included within the formulation as it is the Shiseido’s latest skincare age-controlling technology. This all-in-one serum can spread easily on skin and is also smooth in texture- truly a revitalizing effects through massage. It comes in standard sizes of 10ml travel size, 40ml and 80ml casing. You could even get a smaller packing at 1.8ml provide you register yourself at their promo counter for free skin consultation, of course provided that it is still available.

If you check the ingredient listing , you will find that this skin whitening serum does contain alcohol, which may cause irritation to some people especially to sensitive skin, some drying effect on skin and also creating damaging free-radical. This Shiseido Revital Whitening Serum AA EX isn’t a good choice for those who follow muslim faith.

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Japan Astalift | Anti Ageing Whitening Serum Series Review - Pt 2

Astalift implements an exclusive 4D ( four dimensional ) approach for its skin whitening treatment: 1) Surface Whitening: 2) Deep Whitening 3) Inner Whitening 4) Longer Whitening.

Surface Whitening – An outer whitening for normal spots by protecting them with sunscreens and creams that form a light veil over the skin. It blocks the generation of spots by controlling the signals

" Whitening process by skincare product should take place at deep level where the products can penetrate into cellular level and preventing the formation of spots "

that form melanin, controlling the transfer of melanin to skin and then promotion of turnover rate of skin cells. Deep Whitening – This is a whitening at dermal ( dermis ) layer where cell renewal and regeneration take place for healthy appearance. Deep whitening enhances collagen formation and controls the generation of both active oxygen and MMP ( Collagen Decomposing Enzyme ), as they are being produced when exposed to UV light. The active oxygen and the MMP allow for formation of holes in the deeper dermis layer where melanin can easily sink in causing permanent spots. By encouraging the formation of collagen in the dermis layer will replace back the lost collagen as well as restoring back the healthy state of the skin. Inner Whitening – Whitening process by skincare product should take place at deep level where the products can penetrate into cellular level and preventing the formation of spots by infusing them with the whitening ingredients.

Longer Whitening – Astalift believes in patience makes perfect as whitening process takes time to develop. Diligently following a skincare regime will give you a lasting approach for fairer and brighter skin tone.

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Japan’s Shiseido Revital Whitening Serum AA EX ( Aging 3D ) - Pt 1

Having the whiter skin appearance seems to be an obsession with Asian women and in Japan, it even appears that almost all the 4th year girls in elementary schools have some sort of skincare program with them to make their skin lighter.

Shiseido’s past history in skincare, especially in the skin lightening is renowned, dating back some 100 years. This Japanese pharmaceutical base has combined the Japanese tradition with the sense of beauty,

" For the anti aging solution, the Cassumunar extract G is included and it is touted to stimulate collagen production for the skin’s firming effect "

mirrors the hybrid nature of Shiseido itself and its never-ending pursuit of spirit of innovation and for world class products is legendary. From their broad and passionate research, the researchers at Shiseido have understood that female hormones will diminish with age and so is the skin’s ability to generate elastin and collagen. This is what is going to happen next, the women’s skin becomes less firm and supple as they aged. Introducing Shiseido’s latest solution for aging skin as well as skin lightening - the Revital Whitening Serum AA EX, created with 3 skin whitening elements: 1) Gambir ( Uncaria ) extract - a tropical plant for preventing pigmentation, freckles and dark spot on face 2) Vitamin C Ethyl - halting and diluting the melanin pigmentation and 3) 4MSK - a blemish whitening agent made from Potassium Methoxy Salicylate for preventing new melanin formation.

For the anti aging solution, the Cassumunar extract G is included and it is touted to stimulate collagen production for the skin’s firming effect. This Shiseido Revital Whitening Serum AA EX serum is formulated exclusively for the Asian skin and for women with age >35.

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Sea Lily | Clarins White ( Bright ) Plus HP Serum - Pt 4 = 81

The 2 newer product members added to Clarins White Plus HP series are the - The Whitening Velvet Emulsion SPF 20 and Whitening Velvet Emulsion ( doesn’t have the SPF ) come in super lightweight textures and super smooth fluid for your skin lightening.

• The Emulsion SPF 20 – A day moisturizer cream containing the actives from Alchemilla extract, which reduces excessive melanin transfer, the Biotin and Raspberry extract that reduces melanin formation , meadowsweet extract which protects against shine and UV filter defense

" Only the flowers are being used for making the White Plus HP and the roots are left untouched so that the nature’s ecosystem is not affected "

and finally the White Tea extract help to protect against UV and pollution. • Velvet Emulsion - Day / night moisturizer containing the extracts from the enchanting sea lily, Alchemilla, Raspberry and Parsley are touted to ensure a light and fair skin tone. The Sea Lily, being the most captivating of all Lillies possesses remarkable resistance and its chaste whiteness was the reason why it attracted the attention of many researchers. In Clarins R&D laboratory, about 50 different plants are tested annually without a hint how the results will be and the awesome benefits from Sea Lily was actually discovered by accident. Sea Lily took approximately 4 years for testing to final discovery in Clarins R&D laboratory. It was in this lab that Sea Lily was found to have remarkable ability to control melanin formation and excessive transfer resulted from aging, stress, ageing or UV exposure.

Only the flowers are being used for making the White Plus HP and the roots are left untouched so that the nature’s ecosystem is not affected. Apart from this, Clarins also grows Sea Lily in its specially designed greenhouse to safeguard consistent supply of the flower throughout the seasons.

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Sea Lily | Clarins White ( Bright ) Plus HP Serum - Pt 3 = 81

The Raspberry, being the 2nd plant extract for newer product from Clarins White Plus HP series, is a perennial plant just like Alchemilla is harvested from the Europe mountainous regions by Clarins. A perennial plant is a plant that lives longer than 2 years. Scientists have discovered that the Raspberry has high level of Vitamin C and flavonoids providing exceptional skin repairing and energizing characters making it a favorite ingredients for many skin serums.

In its cutting edge formula – the HP Lock-Around System ®, Clarins has actually merged the Rapsberry extract with the new generation Vitamin C, the Ascorbyl acid-2-glucoside. This combination will

" In its cutting edge formula – the HP Lock-Around System ®, Clarins has actually merged the Rapsberry extract with the new generation Vitamin C, the Ascorbyl acid-2-glucoside "

make your skin lighter by constant skin dispersing action that provides a long term that fights the free radical and melanogenesis. The Parsley, the 3rd plant extract, unlike the Alchemilla and Raspberry is a biennial plant harvested around the globe as a culinary herb. A biennial plant is a flowering plant that has 2 years of lifespan. The Parsley is always associated with folklore and old beliefs that still seem to be told until today in the western continents. Although being rich in minerals and vitamins and having unique taste and scent for culinary, it has amazing high level of vitamins A and C that is useful in lightening skin tone.

The extracts of these 3 plants ( Raspberry, Parsley and Alchemilla ) as mentioned in this previous article are available in Clarins White Plus’s newest members, and they will make your skin lighter by restoring the skin transparency, boosting radiance and improving the blood microcirculation.

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Japan Astalift | Whitening Anti Ageing Serum Series Review - Pt 1

Astalift was launched in Japan in 2006 / 2007 as anti aging series to help women obtain wrinkle free and younger looking skin. It is a high-end anti aging skincare brand and the meaning of ‘Astalift’ is from the words ‘Asta’( tomorrow )and ‘lift’ ( lifting of inner emotion ).

Astalift brand was created from Fujifilm’s life-sciences division as a result from diversification program. Fujifilm is a renowned firm for color firm and they did not rule out the fact that this uncharacteristic

" they did not rule out the fact that this uncharacteristic move by introducing Astalift to the market was one of the concerns for their diminishing global sales "

move by introducing Astalift to the market was one of the concerns for their diminishing global sales. To compete head on with the more established Japanese big boys like Shiseido, Kanebo and SK II will be an epic battle that deserves front seat attention. Fujifilm was created in 1934 firstly as photographic film maker for negative film, motion picture film and other photographic products with US Eastman Kodak as its main competitor. Later, Fujifilm expanded itself into the field of imaging solutions Synapse medical system, recording media, digital cameras, x-ray imaging, photofinishing equipment, optical products, digital endoscope system and lately the pharmaceutical, skincare and dietary supplements under the new division of life-sciences.

Apart from its main anti aging series Aka no Chikara – ‘the power of red', Astalift has a total of 5 products for the Shiro no Chikara - ‘the power of white’ - anti aging whitening series for making skin lighter at this point of writing and all of them have the presence of Astaxanthin as the main ingredient:

• Whitening Lotion
• Whitening Cream
• Whitening Essence
• Whitening Mask
• Day Protector White SPF 50/PA+++

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Clarins White ( Bright ) Plus HP Serum | Sea Lily - Pt 2

The captivating Sea Lily is not the only botanical extracts found in the Clarins White Plus HP serum series, but among all the products belonging to Clarins, it is only from this product series ( White Plus HP ) that the Sea Lily is used.

The other active botanical extracts found in White Plus HP are the Daisy, Parsley & Birch and Camomile or Chamomile ( which is another species of Daisy ). The daisy has the anti-free radical polyphenols ( skin lightening mechanism approach 1 )

" Chamomile is famed for its medicinal properties since the ancient times and used for the anti-inflammatory and soothing action "

that can protect your skin against UV assault, soothes and calms the stressed skin. The daisy is also efficient in restoring freshness, clarity and making your skin slighter. Chamomile is famed for its medicinal properties since the ancient times and used for the anti-inflammatory and soothing action. Together with Parsley & Birch, they formed a patented complex for helping to restore skin brightness, clarity and uniformity and controlling the hyper pigmentation at its source. For the newer members from the White Plus HP series, they will contain botanical extracts from Alchemilla, Raspberry and Parsley. Alchemilla, nicknamed ‘lady’s mantle,’ is a tiny garden herb plant which was used for medicine in those old days to treat problem related to female. Shaped like a fan with small teeth at tips, it is a sacred plant to the Nordic countries during Renaissance area where it was famed for restoring women's youth and beauty.

The Alchemilla will exhibit an enchanting scenery of thousand pearls in the morning just like in Alice In Wonderland by the dew that sits on its fan-shaped petals due to water tension. Try to grow some of these charming plants in your garden. High in tannin content, the Alchemilla will give a good astringent and toning properties. The combination of the tannins with flavonoids will create an effective free radical scavenger that can soothe irritated skin.

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Clarins White ( Bright ) Plus HP Serum | Sea Lily - Pt 1

At the coast of Brittany, France, you will find the captivating Sea Lily being grown there by Clarins, the French skincare giant for its White Plus HP serum series which is targeted for lighter, brighter and more beautiful skin.

A little bit about Clarins, it is the 1st luxury skincare company to use 100% pure plant ingredients and apart from the skincare, it also has presence in women make-up products and fragrances under the

" In Asia, it is called the White Plus HP, whereas in North America and Europe, it is the Bright Plus HP "

name of Azzaro, Mugler and Clarins. In Europe and France, it is the No:1 skin care company. The Sea Lily ( Pancratium Maritimum ) is believed to have the capability for suppressing the extension of dendrites - the “arms” of melanocytes ( found in the basel layer of the epidermis ) which can supply melanin pigments to our outermost skin layer which is the epidermis layer. The Sea Lily is originated from the Turkish coast but later swept across to the costal of Europe. A truly amazing phenomenon by its own, the Sea Lily’s seeds have crossed continents by surviving the harsh wind, salt-laden conditions and the soaring sun. It is the incredible resistance of the Sea Lily that caught the attention of many, especially Clarins. It was later discovered from their Laboratories that the Sea Lily extracts have exceptional brightening power and was capable of suppressing the dendrites.

In Asia, it is called the White Plus HP, whereas in North America and Europe, it is the Bright Plus HP. They are both actually similar, just different by names but be expecting the casings be different in outlook. Just like other cosmetic giants, it certainly has done lots of research and market studies and choosing the right casing to suit different cultures and geographical locations is of no simple decision.

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L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector – Pt 2

Its inventive packaging comes in a 2 in 1 tube. So, how does this L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector's mechanism work? During the day, the day-time concealing treatment protects the spots from getting even darker and gives the skin an immediate coverage with UV shielding by its SPF. However, do not expect it to work like a perfect concealer as its job is just for substitution as its main aim is to target spots, the rest are secondary.

While at night-time, the intensive spot corrector essence neutralizes melanin formation to reduce the appearance of darks spots. Hence, this 2 in 1 formulation will make your skin become lighter and

" If you are to tackle pigmentation spots on skin specifically, a spot corrector would be a wise choice "

brighter, so much so you that you could say farewell to your old spot. Well, since they are so many products offered by L’Oreal White Perfect series, and the hardest part is when coming to make a decision you are obviously spoiled for choice. If you are to tackle pigmentation spots on skin specifically, a spot corrector would be a wise choice. This new White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector is designed for this job with a targeted formula to remove pigmentation spots and eventually making your skin lighter. For the day treatment, it is recommended to be applied after moisturizing but before using the sunscreen / primer and the for the night treatment, it is to be used before serum application.

The sun protection is just merely adequate at SPF 17 and you won’t be surprised if users may tend to apply additional sunscreen for extra protection. Regarding the aroma, it has quite a strong but enchanting flowery scent.

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L’Oreal Paris White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector – Pt 1

Introducing the L’Oreal Paris latest melanin fighter – the White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector, a 2 in 1 spot corrector launched in late 2010. This new member from L’Oreal White Perfect series is touted to conceal dark spots on the skin by correcting and protecting them which eventually make your skin lighter and brighter. Protecting the spots? Why would the spots be protected, shouldn’t the spots be removed away? Well, it makes sense provided that you have read the complete story from this article.

With the present of melanin, it makes our skin susceptible to discoloration and cannot be erased totally. If not treated early, the pigmentation ( dark spots ) can get darken over time and there arrives a stage

" Being a successor to MelanoBlock, this lightweight formula is believed to provide a gloss effect over dark spots in order for the melanin formation to be halted "

when the damage, which I am afraid, become irreversible. However, with this Spot Corrector, the melanin on our skin can be restrained a lot more with the assistance from the on-spot treatments and this corrector contains the element from the newer Melanin-Vanish ( which is said to yield better result than its predecessor, the MelanoBlock ). It is touted to give 50X more effectiveness compared to MelanoBlock formulation and also, this new product from L'Oreal has the highest concentration ever with the Melanin-Vanish among all other L’Oreal products.

Being a successor to MelanoBlock, this lightweight formula is believed to provide a gloss effect over dark spots in order for the melanin formation to be halted when your skin is subjected to harmful UVA & UVB rays. With the White Perfect Day & Night Spot Corrector, as the name suggest, it is recommended that you use it day and night for this spot corrector to battle the melanin formation so that you skin will slowly lighten over time.

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Japan’s Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Series - Pt 3

The Shiseido White Lucent series is gorgeously encased in simple and sleek tubes and bottles with white color base signifying as being part of the brightening series. The caps for bottles and tubes are translucent rosy with bright highlighting prominently displayed at the middle.

This Shiseido series is free from the actual bleaching agent, and is one of the very few brightening series that has not been troubled by the new US legislation barring the manufacturing and distribution of skin

" This Shiseido series is free from the actual bleaching agent, and is one of the very few brightening series that has not been troubled by the new US legislation barring the manufacturing and distribution of skin bleaching elements "

bleaching elements. When it comes to choosing which product from Shiseido White Lucent series to get, you are obviously spoiled for choice. Imagine, this series itself has a total of 14 products at this point of writing, enough to get you looming in quandary. So, let’s get back to the basic of skincare regimen of Cleasing, Toning, Moisturizing and finally Treating for beautiful skin workout. For the 1st beauty ritual which is cleansing, go for the Brightening Cleansing Foam as it is found to be a gentle cleanser that can get rid of skin impurities and its ingredients contain clarifying agents and botanical extracts.

Next, for the preparation of skin for further treatment, opt for the Brightening Refining Softener. This softener which comes in light but enriched elements will exfoliate the dead cells as it contains the highly effective arbutin- brightener and suppressor to melanin and also the dual-target vitamin C.

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CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème SPF 35 - 4/4

Essentially the CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème by Estée Lauder is a multi-tasker product created specifically to cover skin brightening and imperfections and act as substitute for foundation, with treatment properties included. However, if you intend to have a full coverage, a light powder foundation is suggested to be used over the BB crème. Do take note that since it works similar to a foundation, it is recommended that you use make-up remover to remove them completely.

Base crème vs primer? Basically a make-up base is applied before the foundation, as to maintain longer and improving coverage while correcting skin tone. However, there is another product called

" However, if you intend to have a full coverage, a light powder foundation is suggested to be used over the BB crème "

the make-up primer, which is said perform the similar function as the base crème. Depending on the cosmetic brands, the word base crème and primer are utilized interchangeably. However, in reality there is a slight differences between the two. A base crème is use to make the colors look more vibrant and should be applied before your make-up. On the other hand for the primer, as the name implies, prepares the skin for make-up by smoothing out the area being applied to as well as helping the make up to stay longer. The question on which to choose is subjective as different individuals have different skin conditions.

At Estée Lauder, you can find a complete range of products to select, from BB crème to foundation, primer and base crème too. Try this Brilliant Cells BB wonder crème as it is meant to make you please and sing in heaven and many users have said that.

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Whiter With Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Series - Pt 2

Shiseido, being one of the pioneers in skin whitening technology, introduces the White Lucent series combining the 3 methods of whitening efficacies to improves skin’s clarity and making skin lighter – 1) Melanin production control 2) Skin re-texturizing 3) Relaxation of senses via fragrant florals.

In order to prevent excessive melanin formation, it is equipped with the brightening agent m-Tranexamic Acid, an inhibitor to melanin formation and also the powerful combination of complex

" Apart for the suppression of melanin formation, the White Lucent series also targets to re-define the skin texture as to permit the light reflection "

mechanisms originated from arbutin and “dual-target vitamin C”, this series is effective in combating UV related troublemakers such as the dark spots and freckles. Arbutin is normally combined with other active ingredients and has been used as skin whitening agent since 1960’s. This complex mechanism will stabilize the Vitamin C without effecting its structures as Vitamin C in its pure state is unstable and can be broken down easily when subjected to external element, which in this case is the UV exposure. Vitamin C has good whitening properties. Apart for the suppression of melanin formation, this series also targets to re-define the skin texture as to permit the light reflection to be more evenly on skin, which will increase the skin radiance appearance. In doing so, this series is equipped with gentle plant extracts such as the royal jelly and citrus peel as they will work in synchronization for skin protection and regeneration.

Finally, for the promoting the relaxation of senses as to reduce the stress and fatigue where stress is known to increase melanin level, tea rose element is incorporated into its formulation as to soothe those exhausted nerves.

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Whiter With Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Series - Pt 1

Japan is the world’s biggest and world’s most demanding skincare market, and only rank 2nd place to United States for biggest cosmetic market. The tanned skin may be a craze in the West, but a bright and white complexion is desired by women all over the globe.

Have you ever ponder when you are shopping for a whitening product, do you subconsciously prefer to be a Caucasian, or are other factors in play? Again it’s the whitening predicament and please stay tune

" Taking the Japanese geisha for an example, established their hallmark with white pancake face make-up well before these times "

with this article. In India, when a run of advertisements on the TV showed a female was successful because she got her skin lightened with the cosmetic, it ignited a frantic national debate almost blew out of proportion. Taking the Japanese geisha for an example, established their hallmark with white pancake face make-up well before these times. In ancient Japan, dermal awareness was a preoccupation with extra emphasis on fair, translucent and perfect skin as beautiful skin has been equated with beautiful women and today in Japan, the obsession for beautiful skin has becoming more like a cult.
Surprisingly, the admiration for whiter skin tone is certainly not limited to non-Caucasians who are born with whiter and fairer complexion. Ladies in the medieval era from Britain, Italy, Spain and France used their homemade ‘Harry Porter’ cocktails consisting such as figs, poppy seeds, egg whites and vinegar to make their skin whiter and brighter.

White Lucent series is specially created to brighten skin discoloration due UV, replacing the obsolete Shiseido UV White series, which is another popular and successful products by Shiseido.

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CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème SPF 35 - 3/4

The much awaited Estée Lauder CyberWhite Brilliant Cells brightening range was actually revealed in February year 2011, which is one year later after the launching of the successful CyberWhite EX range. The 4 cutting-edge ’anti-spot’ technologies bestowed by CyberWhite Brilliant Cells range ( family ) are the:

• Surface Faint Spots
The powerful Melanin Interception Technology will remove the dullness due to hyperactive Histamine effects which can cause faint spots. These faint spots are the culprits for dull skin appearance. Estée Lauder has actively continued its exploration of pathways that correlate to formation of Melanin and today, their scientists have made a new discovery linking the chronic irritation to stress and Histamine release. This new discovered pathway is the reason for the hyper proliferation of Melanin.

• For Stubborn Aging Spots
The Clarity Recovering Protein And Melanin Dissolving Technology will penetrate into the deepest skin layer and eliminate the bigger and stubborn age spots.

• Tiny Surface Spot
The N Acetyl Glocosamine will target the gathering of Melanin near the pores opening and remove them to give brighter skin appearance.

• Recurring Spots
The Anti-irritant Calming Technology will dramatically remove both irritation and the recurring spots.

The EX range is described as ‘intensive care’ whereas the Brilliant Cells brightening range is for the ‘essential care’, having 8 products altogether at this point of writing.

• Night Crème
• Full Spectrum for Cleanser
• Full Spectrum for Moisture Lotion
• Full Spectrum for Essence
• Full Spectrum for Moisture Crème
• Full Spectrum for Milky Lotion
• Full Spectrum for UV Protector SPF 50/PA+++
• Extra Intensive BB Crème for Multi Action Formula SPF 35/PA+++

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Lighten With Elizabeth Arden White Glove Extreme Series - 2 of 2

I remember that when the Elizabeth Arden White Glove Extreme Series was first launched in 2010, before having much of a chance to recognize its potent skin lightening formula, the product packings amazed me with subtle feelings. The packings and containers were contemporary styled without grabbing much of attention, but yet the feeling of the majestic presence persisted.

Another surprising thing is that most of the lightening / brightening products even for the high end brands are having the presence of Kojic acid, MAP, Hydroquinone and Arbutin.

" Another surprising thing is that most of the lightening / brightening products even for the high end brands are having the presence of Kojic acid "

No doubt that they are effective for making your skin lighter but certain users with sensitive skins will find it harsh, but not for White Glove Extreme Series . The Kojic acid, which is also a favorite ingredients for eye creams was replaced my many cosmetics firms in Japan in year 2003 due to alleged safety issues. Look for the White Glove Extreme Skincare Brightening Spot Corrector which was launched a year later ( 2011 ) for the skin lightening effect, claimed to visibly reduce skin discoloration and dark spots. This Brightening Spot Corrector has a lightweight texture that dissolves quickly into the skin.

The Elizabeth Arden White Glove Extreme Series is an Asian exclusive and covers over 10 products at this point of writing:

• Gentle Brightening Lotion
• Brightening Pore Refining gel

• Clarifying Foam Cleanser
• Daily Moisture Brightening Cream
• Skin Brightening Overnight Capsules
• Brightening Eyes Moisture Cream
• Skin Brightening Day Essence
• Skin Perfecting Make Up Base SPF 20++ (3 types)
• Brightening UV Protector SPF 50++
• Skin Perfecting Powder Foundation SPF 20++ (3 shades)

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L’Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Double Essence Lightener -1/2

In year 2009, L’Oreal Paris embarked with a new product for boosting its whitening skincare range, the White Perfect - Transparent Rosy Double Essence. This L’Oreal Paris product is actually enhanced with the actual pink tourmaline gemstones.

L’Oreal’s laboratories discovered that the gemstones have unique natural qualities that can assist in increasing the rosiness appearance in the skin as a result from its ability to generate

" The Double Essence Lightener is truly an innovative products that utilized the pink tourmaline gemstones properties "

micro circulation resulting with rosy glow. The pink tourmaline is also known as rubelite, one of the most precious kinds of tourmaline. Enclosed in twin chambers, a reminiscent of the previous L'Oreal White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence which dispense same quantity of block lotion of white melanin, believed to halt the generation of melanin therefore causing skin less yellowish in appearance and also reducing brown-spots and for the this pinkish color gemstone gel, it plays the part of promoting skin circulation which eventually make your skin lighter. This Double Essence Lightener is truly an innovative products that utilized the unique gemstones properties.

Another thing is that it doesn’t come with a cheap price tag, even tough still cheaper than other exquisite branded serums like Lancome or Estee Lauder. The product is quite thick and most users don’t use moisturizer since it provides enough self-moisturization. Regarding the unique twin pumping mechanism, one of the pumps will pump up the thick white essence and the other one will pump out the orange essence. By overall, it is a good product for price-to-quality and it is an improved version from the White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence.

Did You Know? Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic acid, the 3 essential components for youthful skin are generated in our own dermis, which is below the epidermis which is the top part layer of the skin

Estée Lauder CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème - 2/4

Although the BB crème followers do share one thing in common that they are mainly from the mongoloid race or close to it, surprisingly, there has also been a growing interest on the Korean pop and Korean dramas in Europe and North Africa / Middle East via the engaging and godlike Youtube and social media services.

On the outlook of the BB crème demand itself and its foreseeable future, is not going to fizzle out anytime soon and is definitely here to stay for some time.

" This versatile product is also known to have the capability to hinder surface oil by controlling the oil base for make up "

At Estée Lauder, the CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème is created to minimize imperfections, skin hydrating and even out skin tone and thus giving a brighter skin – a multi tasking crème to be more precise and exceeding the potential of a standard BB crème. This versatile product is also known to have the capability to hinder surface oil by controlling the oil base for make up if you apply it after moisturizing. The 2 main actives found in this product, in addition to the 4 ’anti-spot’ technologies that already bestowed in the family of Brilliant Cells brightening range are the:

• Osmolytes
A cutting edge full spectrum brightening technology help to counteract dehydration by moisture look-up

• Glucosamine-licorice
Improves skin’s natural cellular re-generation and removes dull, rough surface skin cells to make smoother and lighter skin tone

Although this product comes in only single shade, rest assure and do not be disappointed, as the formula is said to adjust to suit all range of skin tones as the color is neither too light nor too dark and it comes with a smack of pinkish color tone.

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Estée Lauder CyberWhite Brilliant Cells BB Crème - 1/4

The popular BB crème which is for the multi-purpose skin brightening application, is now at rage in Asia as well as Europe and North America. Although it was firstly created by the Germans and some said from the Korean cosmetic surgeons, the trend was apparently originated from Korea, then to Japan and South East Asia and now gaining fast momentum on the western countries.

Why is this BB crème so popular? The brightening BB crème was introduced at the right moment and the right place taking the opportunity of the Korean and Asian dramas like the legendary hits 'Autumn Fairy Tale' and 'Winter Sonata'

" Although it was firstly created by the Germans and some said from the Korean cosmetic surgeons, the trend was apparently originated from Korea "

and with the support from endorsement by famous actresses / celebrities that were so popular in the 80’s and coupled with internet boom in the 90’s at the developing Asian countries making information dissemination just a click away. Essentially, the Brilliant Cells brightening range is created to help to make your skin lighter by reducing the appearance of pigmentation and skin dullness. This CyberWhite Brilliant Cells brightening range prides itself on being the “spot specialist”, equipped with its hallmark anti-spot formulas and cutting-age skin-illuminating ingredients that work in sync to assist skin to maintain an unparalleled level of radiance, clarity and whiteness.

As for the BB Crème, a family member to the CyberWhite Brilliant Cells brightening range, is infused with a high level of broad spectrum sunscreen and improved protection from UVA, offers protection not only against damaging sun rays, but also pollution and other environmental aggression as well. Certified to SPF 35 /PA +++, this light reflective pearls crème will promise to do the job.

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Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX Range – Skin Brightener ( 3 of 3 )

For those seeking for additional benefits on skin clarifying and hydration, check out the product no:2 below – the CyberWhite EX - Extra Brightening Rich Moisture Crème.

Another good thing is that, this range has a new powerful element called Calming Complex for anti-irritant, claimed to dramatically suppress the irritation to boost skin immunity against

" The aroma from the CyberWhite EX range is enchanting and it has been said that the scent was formulated in Japan, with the embodiment of tranquility and calmness "

the recurring spots. This unique Calming Complex consists of a selected range of ingredients, comprising 2 main active extracts, the Kudzu root extract indigenous to the Southern Japan and South East Of China. Kudzu root is famed for traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of muscle relieving, alcohol abuse and venting off the body ‘heat’. The other active extract is the anti-irritant ferment manufactured via the bio-fermentation process assist in reducing the irritation and suppressing the formation of melanin, the culprit for darker skin appearance. The aroma from the CyberWhite EX range is enchanting and it has been said that the scent was formulated in Japan, with the embodiment of tranquility and calmness, represented by its ‘white’ color.

There are a total of 10 products belonging to this skincare range that I have discovered so far for the skin brightening regimen:

• Advanced Performance Brightening Essence
• Extra Brightening Rich Moisture Crème
• Extra Intensive Purifying Treatment
• Extra Brightening Eye Crème SPF15/PA+

• Extra Brightening Milky Lotion
• Extra Intensive UV Protector SPF50/ PA+++ ( Ultra high SPF )
• Extra Brightening Radiance Recovery Mask
• Extra Intensive Spot Corrector
• Extra Intensive Illumination Mask
• Extra Intensive BB Crème Multi-Action Formula SPF 35 PA+++ ( Asian Travel Exclusive )

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Lighten With Elizabeth Arden White Glove Extreme Series - 1 of 2

The new Elizabeth Arden White Glove Extreme Series is said to contain a powerful potent combination of lightening and skin perfecting ingredients claimed to make skin lighter, glowing and with the continued use, it will eventually result in firmer, supple and reduction of fine lines on skin.

The brilliant Emblica C complex in the Elizabeth Arden’s White Glove Extreme Series is infused with the below ingredients ( 4 main actives ) which work synergistically with each other

" Another advantage from Elizabeth Arden’s White Glove Extreme Series is that it is very friendly for all skin types "

to achieve maximum effects for lighter, brighter and youthful appearance controlling the melanin production : • Marine Mineral Extract ( Cellulosomes Eryngium ) -
New intense and rare marine mineral extract, naturally-derived from a sea plant called the holly plant. This plant holly plant is an extremely tough plant with the ability to withstand harsh surroundings, dry sand, sun exposure and salt water. Despite the harsh conditions, it still can muster its inner defenses, bloom and flourish. • Emblica - Also known as Indian gooseberry, exhibits strong antioxidant activity and its fruit extract is often used in traditional Eastern medicine such as the traditional Ayurvedic medical system. • Vitamin C - An antioxidant, scavenging and quenching of free radicals in response to chemical or sunlight damage. It is also efficient in producing new collagen and elastin in our body. • Botanical Extracts - Botanical extracts from Mulberry, Licorice plant and red Bearberry.

Another advantage from this series is that it is very friendly for all skin types. The products are non-acnegenic, non-comedogenic, non-acnegenic and even suitable for sensitive skin.

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L’Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Double Essence Lightener -2/2

Agreeable to many, on skin’s issues, skin lightening is still sitting at the top of women’s list of concerns and for the men their concerns will also not be very far from the women. To cater for this solution in an ever growing market, L’Oreal Paris has launched its latest creation - the L’Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Double Essence.

As the name ‘double essence’ implies, this Transparent Rosy Double Essence is equipped with 2 revolutionary twin action ingredients that work in tandem for optimum output.

" The MelaninVanish™ works by penetrating deep inside our skin to displace the melanin from different layers of skin "

Looking back at the other white perfect family member, the White Perfect Deep Whitening Double Essence with the twin action from the Melano-Block X2 and pure Vitamin C in its formula for making your skin lighter, now this new product is also equipped with the twin action formula but differently. It has the effects from MelaninVanish™and pink tourmaline. How does this revolutionary twin action execute for action? The MelaninVanish™ works by penetrating deep inside our skin to displace the melanin from different layers of skin and according to L’Oreal, their tests implies that with the strength of this fabulous ingredient, the was a reduction of dark spots visibility by over 80%.

As this twin action mechanism work in tandem as described earlier, and to complement the MelaninVanish™, L’Oréal Paris has tapped the benefits from the Tourmaline Gemstone essence to achieve lighter skin with exceptionally radiance. The gemstone is fused into the skin whitening / brightening formula in a pulverized powder form. In this delicate form, it will enhance the skin by improving and stimulating the blood microcirculation and thus resulting in lighter skin appearance.

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Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX Range – Skin Brightener ( 2 of 3 )

At the moment I am writing this short skin brightening article on Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX range, a few amusing thoughts flew into my mind causing me to pause and smile at the same time.

Skincare brightening products are getting more popular than ever but now, they are even more obsessed with other concerns like skin yellowing and general radiance especially by the Asian women. SYNDROME OF OBSESSION – that would sound to be the right word to describe the way Asian women behavior nowadays when come to beauty and skincare.

" At Estée Lauder, it prides itself for being the 'spot specialist' for the skin brightening regime with its new creation - Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX range "

I am starting to believe that this SYNDROME OF OBSESSION will sooner becoming a cult, or perhaps it already became one. In reality, in contrast to the manufacturer claims and advertising gimmicks, brightening products do not actually make your skin few shades lighter. To explain more accurately, they are not directly, but indirectly by causing the skin to be brighter over time by conditioning out the skin tone, making the dark spots apparently invisible and reducing the discoloration which eventually ‘brightens’ the skin. In addition to this, the skin will be healthier ( due to the protective layers ) and is battle ready to handle the abusive environmental onslaught. Almost all woman in this world are desiring for making their skin lighter and on top of this, with the extras of supple and luminous skin tones and because of this obsession, skincare brands have been more than please in assisting them in their quest for fulfilling their desires & craves. At Estée Lauder, it prides itself for being the 'spot specialist' for the skin brightening regime with its new creation - Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX range. Estee Lauder explains that this range is specially formulated to counter react to the specific type of spot that looks to always occur back in the same area, called the 'recurring spot'.

All the products from this range are compatible to each other and they work in synergy. This range actually consists of both skincare and makeup products. The skincare range is the comprehensive skin brightening system that eliminates every dark spot and make your skin lighter.

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Estée Lauder CyberWhite EX Range – Skin Brightener ( 1 of 3 )

Most people will agree that on March / April which coinciding with Spring / Summer time is often the selected months for most skincare giants to launch their new skin brightening arsenals as to entice and feed the insatiable market. Well, when come to this everlasting and never ending debate, most skincare companies argued that the products advocated by them are not mere creams and lotions put into vivid packaging simply to amaze the customer.

A lot of trials, science, research and cutting edge technology go into the making of these products to help women / men to improve their looks and for the comprehensive skin brightening system by Estée Lauder, the CyberWhite EX range, holds no exception. Quoting the Visionnaire LR-2412 4% Advanced Skin Corrector Serum by Lancome,

" To address this problem, Estée Lauder has developed a highly targeted cutting edge technologies called the CyberWhite EX range to reduce these 3 most common spots found in women "

another division from L’Oreal as an example. According to Lancome, their Visionnaire LR-2412 4% was a result of 12 years of research from repeatability studies, production trial run, production upscale run and finally to the final phase of commercial viability. The number 2412 signifies the total number of trials conducted to achieve the final formulation and many will find this figure quite astonishing . Researchers from Estée Lauder reveal that our skin always has a “backflash” for previous micro-disturbance deep within the surface. These sensitive areas will have the tendency for a pathways for repeated disturbance that kick-start a series of subsequent reactions that resurgent at same spot at same area. To address this problem, Estée Lauder has developed a highly targeted cutting edge technologies called the CyberWhite EX range to reduce these 3 most common spots found in women:

• Faint spots just beneath the skin’s surface
• Tiny surface spots
• Hard to get rid ageing spots
The newer Estée Lauder CyberWhite Brilliant Cells range was launched in early 2011, which is a year later after the 1st launching of the EX range. The EX range is described as ‘intensive care’ whereas the Brilliant Cells range is for the ‘essential care’, having 8 products altogether at this point of writing.

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NH Colla Plus Hydrolyzed Collagen Beauty Drink

The Nh Colla Plus beauty drink is marketed by the HerbalCeutical S-B ( HerbalCeutical International Group ), a private marketing arm specializing in the marketing of natural herbs-based healthcare and skincare products. According to their media release, the response was overwhelming and within the first 3 months of releasing the NH Colla Plus beauty drink, they managed to sell close to 170K bottles.

HerbalCeutical S-B has also been marketing high quality and superior natural herbal health brands openly to the market such as Detoxlim and M-Herbs for over 10 years.

" The NH Colla Plus beauty drink which gives you a lighter skin appearance is a new Japan formulated collagen beauty drink utilizing the hydrolyzed marine collagen "

The NH Colla Plus beauty drink which gives you a lighter skin appearance is a new Japan formulated collagen beauty drink utilizing the hydrolyzed marine collagen. NH Colla Plus consists 5000mg hydrolyzed marine collagen, red grape juice concentrate and vitamin C to boost the skin's collagen formation and fight against the abusive by free radicals, delay skin aging and eventually resulting in lighter skin appearance. Hydrolyzed marine collagen ( HCP ), also being called as marine collagen hydrolysate is a form of collagen that has been chemically or enzymatically processed as to improve the absorption and digestion rate by the body. Another fact is that HCP is frequently used by body builders for their muscle toning and ‘6-packs’ due to its relatively affordable price.

Due to hydrolyzed or ‘breaking down’ / ‘splitting', the hydrolyzed collagen will have a lower molecular weight than its initial state for better absorption. These hydrolyzed collagen usually comes in the form of liquid or powder. NH Colla Plus Beauty Drink is 100% all-natural ingredients containing no preservatives, no side effects and suitable for all skin types. The packing comes in a standard lovely box containing 6 bottles altogether and it can be consume at all time but before going to bed is the best since the skin cell repairs take place at night. Although not quite being a fat-buster, the NH Colla Plus is low calorie drink having no fat contents present and therefore it will not make you gain weight in long term.

Did You Know? Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen has also been used as protein component in hair shampoo and conditioners to keep your hair healthy by overall and also to prevent from breaking.

L'Oreal White Perfect Deep Whitening Double Essence

In reality, which is far from our wishes of having light and radiant complexion, we are engulfed by all kind of skin imperfections such as age spots, dark spots, pigmentation problems and many others. Undeniably, we all live in false pretense- we always have to conceal under multiply layers of make-up and foundations.

L'Oreal Paris has claimed to have the solution to how to make your skin lighter with the White Perfect-Deep Whitening Double Essence, which is formulated to reduce skin spots and eventually lighten the skin.

" The L’Oreal Paris White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence comes with innovative feature with the cutting-edge twin pumping system that assist to maintain the essence pure "

The L’Oreal Paris White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence comes with innovative feature with the cutting-edge twin pumping system that assist to maintain the essence pure and then the ingredients will only be activated when combined and applied to skin giving optimum whitening efficiency. A survey by L’Oreal Paris on White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence shows that over 80% of respondents had their brown spots reduced and over 90% mentioned that the product had succeeded in lightening their skin. It was indeed a very good feedback from their respondents by meeting its expectations. Among its main ingredients in White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence are the Melano-Block X2, an active agent which reacts against the formation of melanin, the main culprit for brown spots and skin darkening. Secondly, the availability of the pure Vitamin C in its formula will enhance the skin radiance as to reveal smoother and more luminous skin appearance.

It is recommended that for optimum results, the L'Oreal Paris White Perfect - Deep Whitening Double Essence need to be used first before White Perfect Day Cream. However, nowadays in certain countries you might find this product quite elusive as L’Oreal Paris may be in the process of phasing it out.

Did You Know? Eugene Schueller, L’Oreal‘s founder was the creator for synthetic hair dye. L’Oreal is huge, it is so huge that there are more than 20 well-known brands being owned by L’Oreal and it is also technologically inclined, having strong presence in nanotechnology research in US

Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream SPF30 - 2/2

As the The Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream SPF 30 is a lightweight cream that can absorb very fast into your skin to make your skin lighter, it is also manufactured by the highest standard in compliance to human safety without using the mineral oils, animal derivatives, alcohol, SLS, artificial coloring or fragrance.

The Gingko Biloba Extract, being one of the active ingredients in Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream, has a strong inclination to Chinese culture. They have been widely used since the ancient time for food and Chinese medicine and the Gingko Biloba trees are extremely tough trees with excellent

" Gingko Biloba trees are extremely tough trees with excellent resistance to insect abuse and plant disease and they are also long lived. Some of the trees that you can see today can be more than 2000 years old "

resistance to insect abuse and plant disease and they are also long lived. Some of the trees that you can see today can be more than 2000 years old. The Grape Seed Extract, being the other active ingredients in Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream, is known to be 50X more anti-oxidant effects compared with the natural vitamin E. The benefit of the grape lies in the seeds where a French researcher in the 1930’s had noticed that people living in the wine producing region of Medoc, France live longer when compared to those living in other provinces. A further studies by another French scientist had found that it was from one of the compounds in the grape seed that known to have the health benefits. His discovery was then later confirmed by other scientist in Germany that this claimed was not fictitious.

This wonder compound is the OPC, found highly concentrated in grape seed, is very rich in antioxidants that nullify the damaging free radicals on blood vessels, elastin, collagen and other tissues, thus protecting the skin's anatomy and giving lighter skin appearance.

Did You Know? The Gingko Biloba tree is a sole species of tree with no close living species and its conservation status is now being classified under ‘threatened’

Lighten With Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range - 2/2

This new Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range is believed to present a holistic solution by addressing the 8 types of skin hyper-pigmentation complications for even-toned, fairer skin complexion and with longer lasting radiance.

Whilst everyone dreams for a lighter skin, just like you and me, it is never an easy task to achieve as it requires a lot of self-perseverance and discipline and to women who succumb to skin lightening

" One would think that the day moisturizer with sun protection can be applied as a night cream as well. Wrong. "

regime, it is also vital not to be careless and have the sun protection all the time. The good skincare regimen ( the basic 3-steps ) needs to work in harmony: Cleansing, Activation & lastly the Protection. Simply because the UV rays can destroy everything that you have started initially within 1 hour. One would think that the day moisturizer with sun protection can be applied as a night cream as well. Wrong. This is another common misconception, day moisturizer with sunscreen is strictly for day time use and the night cream for at night. The reason behind this is that, the moisturizer with sunscreen have a mixture of both physical and chemicals sunscreen elements. The physical sunscreen typically consists of mica and titanium whereas the chemical sunscreen consists of avobenzone and oxybenzone. It is not recommended to have sunscreen present on your face for long period as it will irritate and degrade your skin and after some period of time, it may cause your skin to age even faster. So, remember to wash it off at night.

The Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range consists of : 1) cleanser, 2) toner, 3) whitening serum, 4) eye cream, 5) moisturizing lotion SPF 30, 6) moisturizing cream SPF 22, 7) non-SPF moisturizing (night) cream 8) deep whitening mask 9) brightening UV waterlight lotion SPF 50+ PA+++ 10) brightening UV moisture SPF 50++ PA+++. The key elements that are available in Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range include the Neutrogena White Complex :

• essential soy extract - preventing the transfer of melanin
• stabilized vitamins B3 and C
• portulaca – lighten your skin by soothing inflammation
• melazyme - derived from mushrooms to stimulate skin cell renewal

However, one should not expect the skin to look exactly the same as when one was a teenager but on the other hand you will see improvement from Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range.

Did You Know? Lanolin, extracted from sheep wool, is an ingredient commonly found in many moisturizer cream and it is a common cause for allergies.

Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream SPF30 - 1/2

Make your skin lighter with Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream, which come with an enhanced SPF 30 for double protection against pigmentation and UV rays by filtering off the UVA & UVB. Only the UVA & UVB rays will reach to our skin causing cancer, sunburn and destroying the elastin and collagen belonging to skin structure. UVC does not reach us as most of it is being absorbed by the earth’s atmosphere.

Garden Of Eden has claimed that the Satin White Day Cream has excellent lightening effect by the revolutionary Vitamin C Ester. This Vitamin C Ester

" The Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream’s powerful antioxidant is being formulated with a mixture of a variety of antioxidants from Grape Seed Extract, Gingko Biloba Extract, Vitamin C Ester and Natural Vitamin E "

is a more active and steady form of Vitamin C with excellent skin lightening effect and when applied directly, it visibly lightens the skin and reduces the dark spots. Apart from that, it has the antioxidant properties that can increase the formation of collagen, leading to skin firmness. The Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream’s powerful antioxidant is being formulated with a mixture of a variety of antioxidants from Grape Seed Extract, Gingko Biloba Extract, Vitamin C Ester and Natural Vitamin E and together they furnish the skin with a total effective antioxidant defense against the damaging free radical caused by environmental factors and UV rays

The main ingredients that are included in the Garden Of Eden Satin White Day Cream are the 1) Vitamin C Ester 2) Jojoba Oil 3) Natural Vitamin E 4) Rose Hip Seed Oil

Did You Know? Always test moisturizer and other skincare products before you buy. Pharmacies and retailers may display samples or allow you to test the samples if you request and some you can request samples from agents/manufacturers on line or by other means.

Lighten With Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range - 1/2

Many skincare products for making skin lighter claim to target one or a few aspects of skin discoloration / pigmentation, but the truth is there is always a limit to what it can do and also its effectiveness is always in question.

Many products only provide for temporary measures and could make matters worst and by the law of cosmetology or law of nature, it is always difficult to make your skin lighter with just a single product.

" Many products only provide for temporary measures and could make matters worst and by the law of cosmetology or law of nature, it is always difficult to make your skin lighter with just a single product. "

For an example, if the factor of melanin (which causes people to have dull skin and hyperpigmentation) formation is eliminated, other factors will trigger to work harder as to push more melanin due to our own bodies’ natural defense mechanism as the melanin synthesis process has a natural auto back-up function. Once the signals for melanin formation is cut off, some other signals may still get through but the real trick is, we can always interfere the signals with the right products and this new Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range has the ability to do so. Taking the vitamin C as a good example. Even though the melanin formation is still in continuation, the addition of vitamin C can hinder its transfer by promoting the exfoliation process of cells that comprises melanin, much like the diversion strategy.

To reiterate, for the longer skin lightening effects, you really need a series of skin lightening products as it is always difficult to deliver that crucial blow with just by a single product. Here, we have the new Neutrogena Fine Fairness Cream Range in trust to do the job.

Did You Know? According to the US FDA, excessive use of some cosmetics especially those with lanolin, preservatives and fragrances can cause allergies and other skin problem.

Olay White Radiance Series- CelLucent Formula

As the Olay Regenerist Series is for the anti-aging advanced cell regeneration, this Olay White Radiance Series addresses the skin lightening, translucency and hydration which assist women to make their skin lighter by achieving the full effect of CelLucent Fairness ( fairness that glows within ).

The new lightening/whitening formula from CelLucent Complex is claimed to work at deeper level of skin where treatments such as chemical peeling, micro-dermabrasions and injections fail to achieve. The formula from CelLucent Complex is equiped

" The formula from CelLucent Complex is equiped with the “twin action” of 2 inventive lightening elements"

with the “twin action” of 2 inventive lightening elements, namely the niacinamide and sepiwhite, to prevent the formation of melanin. The CelLucent complex is also said to reduce hyperpigmentation, enhanced moisture level production, lightening of tone and acceleration of exfoliation. The Olay White Radiance White Essence CelLucent, a milky appearance come with light texture of serum and lotion, is said to provide excellent skin lightening effects , hydration, luminosity and translucency. On the other hand, the Olay White Radiance White Cream CelLucent is a day cream gel encompassing the new technology from “shape memory gel” that creates a layer of moisture, filling and moisturizing out the surface of the skin evenly.

The White Radiance Series has a total of 9 products altogether at this point of writing:

• White Radiance White Cream CelLucent ( new )
• White Radiance White Essence CelLucent ( new )
• White Radiance Ultra UV Blocker SPF 50 PA+++ ( new )
• White Radiance Fairness Whitening and Soothing Mask CelLucent™
• White Radiance Purifying Foaming Cleanser
• White Radiance Night Whitening Cream
• White Radiance Eye Brightening Serum CelLucent™
• White Radiance Spot Corrector
• White Radiance Intensive Brightening Serum CelLucent™

Did You Know? When choosing for moisturizer, water-based is better for acne prone and oily skin whereas oil-based is more suitable for sensitive, dry and older skin

Skinz UV White Intensive Skin Brightening Facial - 2/2

To recall back from previous post, the Skinz UV White cream which is scientifically developed specifically for the Asian, is a complete brightening formula combining the Sakura extract (an ingredient from Japanese cherry blossom flower that penetrates skin deep to lighten your skin dark spots), the concentrated Lipo-Vitamin C (that enters skin deep to detain the damaging free radicals as to reverse skin darkening) and Double UV Filters ( UVA & UVB ) to protect the damaging UV solars.

The sun’s solar rays can do a lot of harm to our skin, resulting in pigmentation and sometimes cancer. High stress level, pollution and hormonal changes are the other contributing factors to this failing skin tones. It is a dream to every woman’s to be complimented to have a beautiful and bright skin outlook and today, money is no barrier to some people’s quest for beautiful skin.

" They are willing to pay thousands of dollars to ensure that it looks flawless and with their endless quests to make their skin to look lighter. "

They are willing to pay thousands of dollars to ensure that it looks flawless and with their endless quests to make their skin to look lighter, tighten, dewy and fresh, courtesy either from the latest skincare innovation or a trip to beautician’s office. In other words, they have been taken advantage by the beauty industry that preys on their naked desire. Simple, in order to combat this, what you really need to do is to get educated on the sciences of skincare, do some own research, willing to adopt to new method and behavior and finally, the best products are not necessarily the most expensive.

If you are eager to complete your Skin Brightening Facial arsenal in your cabinet, there are 9 other products in this Skinz UV White range that you look into, you can find the hand and body lotion, night moisturizer, eye brightening essence, serum, toner, cleanser, mask and scrub.

Did You Know?  The flood of information media/web can lead to conflicting reports. Do you know which skincare serum to apply first? The antioxidant or the Lightener? The correct answer is the antioxidant first, because the antioxidant helps the pigment reducer to react faster.

Skinz UV White Intensive Skin Brightening Facial - 1/2

Check out this newly launched Skinz UV White Intensive Skin Brightening Facial that contains the special Radiant-Gene Activator, a potent combination of Lipo-vitamin C extract that lighten your skin cells while protecting your skin’s DNA.

This 21st century is all about restoring youthful looking and health - whether by applying sunblock / sunscreen, joining at fitness / gym center

" The Skinz UV White is a new whitening product range that integrate nature with Japan cutting-edge technology "

for yoga and treadmill or going under a knife. They all share one thing in common, they are easily accessible. In this century, unlike those old days, you can now easily find gym centers come with full equipment range at your area and people walk in to go under a knife just like walking in for a nail polishing / haircut. This Skinz UV White Intensive Skin Brightening Facial has Radiant–Gene Activator concentrate in its recipe, claimed to provide skin with 3 levels of deeper skin lightening by:

• Penetrates deeply into skin cells to prevent the formation of melanin
• Absorbed deeper into the heart of skin cells to protect DNA from the damaging UVA/UVB from the UV
  exposure
• Make your skin lighter with the hesperidin - antioxidant originated from citrus fruits that can effectively
  reducing dark spots and skin pigmentation

To summarize this, the Skinz UV White is a new whitening product range that integrate nature with the Japan cutting-edge technology to provide the ultimate solutions. Actually there is a difference between a sunblock and a sunscreen and their meaning often misinterpreted and used interchangeably. Sunblocks typically contain zinc oxide or titanium oxide and they act as a physical shield / barrier. They sit on top of the skin and reflects the solar rays away. Whereas, for sunscreens, they are chemicals UV shields. They penetrate into the skin tissue and when lights hit, it creates a reaction that neutralize the radiation.

Did You Know? Apart from skin cancer, solar rays exposure is also a major cause for wrinkles. Solar rays alter your skin cells and DNA which then release the free radicals which weaken the skin’s elastin and collagen. These are the same stuffs that people spend thousands of dollars injecting back to their faces with varying success.

La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum

If you are annoyed by the age spots or dull complexion, check this La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum, another exquisite LP products to lighten up your skin. The La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum was initially created for the Caucasians who are more sensitive to skin pigmentation rather than making skin lighter.

This brightening serum supposedly promotes synthesis of collagen and moisturizing the dry skin but when pulling all the benefits into a single product and viola!, there is no need to apply product over one of another.

" La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum removes discoloration with the help from the vitamin C "

La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum removes discoloration with the help from the vitamin C and the formula is preserved in a special vacuum pack bottle as to stabilize the characteristic of vitamin C which known to be easily oxidised. The real advantage of using enriched vitamin C products are identical to that of the oral supplements. Simple, when you are consuming the vitamin C on a regular period, the benefits will permanently stay in your body for longer period. The La Prairie Cellular Anti-Spot Brightening Serum has 4 in 1 functions:

• Age spots corrector with continued use
• Reduces irritation
• Skin brightening / lightening
• Moisturizing and improving elasticity

La Prairie traces its origin to the famous Clinic La Prairie, located in Montreux, Switzerland. For many decades, Clinic La Prairie has gained many admirers around the globe with its anti-ageing sciences. The special formulas from La Prairie’s anti-ageing series are acclaimed for their effectiveness in reversing the ravages of time and skin revitalization. Application is straight forward, on every morning gently apply 2 drops of this lightweight serum to your face and neck.

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