Murad Vita-C Duo for brightened skin

Suffering from dull skin? Always looking for ways to make skin brighter but also want to maintain it healthy and glowy? Look no further with the new products launches from Murad!

Been a fan of Murad since forever and always look forward to their new products to try out because their products really work best with my skin =)

Murad just newly launched 2 new products focusing on Vitamin C as the main ingredient for a brightened looking skin.

Thank you for including a personalised gift for me as well <3

Vita- C Glycolic Brightening Serum

The first product under this series is the Brightening Serum. Turn on brighter skin with Gold-Stabilised Vitamin C. Gold-stabilised Vitamin C and glycolic serum helps improve the look of hyper pigmentation and uneven tone for dramatically brighter, healthier-looking skin.

The new Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum incorporates a unique formula of Vitamin C Complex and glycolic acid to improve the look of hyper pigmentation and uneven tone for dramatically brighter and more radiant skin. Pollution and UV light can accelerate skin damage through oxidative (free radical) stress. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that supports healthier-looking skin and prevents visible skin damage while working together with glycolic acid to allow for more effective skin penetration. Gold-stabilised, bioavailable Vita-C Complex preserves efficacy for full strength results every time.

One-of-a-kind Vita-C Complex enhances L-ascorbic acid stability and potency to brighten skin. The glycolic acid accelerates cell renewal and turnover process while simultaneously exfoliating dull surface cells to enhance vitamin C delivery. Phyto-luminescent extract transforms UV energy into a source of light that illuminates skin. 

The dual-chamber package delivers a concentrated, fresh dose of Vitamin C and glycolic acid with every use revealing fresher, glowing skin.

Over 70% saw brighter, healthier skin after 1 week

83% saw brighter, more radiant skin after 4 weeks

86% saw healthier skin after 4 weeks

To use, massage evenly over face, neck and chest on morning and night. Use a Murad sunscreen during the day. A small pump goes a long way. And it does not feel greasy at all. It absorbs fast into skin leaving a glowy finish.

Ingredients:

Vita-C Complex

Gold-stabilised, pure L-ascorbic sustains activity and benefits, having a 55% higher antioxidant defense than traditional vitamin C to ensure the stability and potency of vitamin C to brighten skin.

Glycolic Acid

Accelerates cell renewal and turnover process to reveal fresher, glowing skin and resurfaces the upper layers of skin to create a smooth, more radiant canvas

Phyto-Luminescent Extract

Transforms UV energy into a source of light that illuminates skin.

Cruelty-free, gluten-free, without parabens and sulfates, no animal-derived ingredients, no mineral oil, no formaldehyde, no oxybenzone and no petrolatum

RM468 for 30ml

I have been diligently using the serum day and night for the past 3 weeks and I can really see a difference in my skin tone. It seems more even now and definitely brighter looking and a shade lighter.

#noedit

Goodbye dull skin! Hello brighter healthy looking skin =) I did not have any breakouts and though you can see a subtle difference in shade but in real life, my skin has a healthier glow. Can even go out without makeup with confidence. In fact, I have not used any pressed powder/foundation over the last few weeks.

The next product is the Vita-C Eyes Dark Circle Corrector

This new Dark Circle Corrector is Murad's answer to the biggest challenges presented by traditional Vitamin C formulations while targeting the most common eye area. The serum consists of a proprietary Vita-C Complex that is highly stable, bioavailable and more efficacious for brighter, healthier-looking skin.

A one-of-a-kind, gold stabilised Vitamin-C eye serum that fights the look of dark circles in as little as 2 weeks. 

The Vita-C Comple enhances L-ascorbic acid stability and potency delivering a 55% higher antioxidant defense than traditional vitamin C. Red algae and giant kelp extract helps improve the look of under-eye puffiness, as light-reflecting micro-minerals deliver a balance of transparency and coverage to effectively color-correct dark circles. Vitamin C is especially important for the delicate eye area because it is highly bioavailable for increased absorption and ensures the stability and potency  of vitamin C on skin.

86% saw brighter eye area skin in just 2 weeks

85% saw a reduction in dark circles after 6 weeks

To use, gently pat around eye area, morning and night after cleansing. Follow with Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum and moisturizer over face, and SPF during the day.

Ingredients:

Vita-C Complex

Delivers higher antioxidant defense, highly bioavailable for increased absorption and ensures the stability and potency of vitamin C to brighten skin.

Red and Brown Algae Extracts

Bio-nutrients that visibly de-puff and soothes under-eye area, soothe and brighten dark circles for a more illuminated and revitalised appearance.

Light-reflecting Micro-minerals

A blend of multi-pigmented materials and light-diffusing particles deliver a balance of transparency and coverage to effectively colour-correct dark circles while being universal for all skin tones

Cruelty-free, gluten-free, without parabens and sulfates, no animal-derived ingredients, no mineral oil, no formaldehyde, no oxybenzone and no petrolatum

RM368 for 15ml

I was most excited to try out this product mainly because I have been battling dark eye circles since forever! 

And after 3 weeks of diligent application in morning and night, I could really see a difference in my dark circles.

#noedit

Can you spot the difference? No matter how much I sleep, I almost always wake up with puffy eyes and dark circles. But I am so happy with the results in just 3 weeks. My dark circles have significantly reduced. I mean of course, there's still a long way to go but I will continue with the application because the results were mind blowing. 

I'm not the type who likes to use eye cream in the morning because it's a bit too oily especially when I have oily skin. But I have no problem with this Murad Dark Circle Corrector because it is matte in nature and just a small pump goes a long way.

I'm super happy with the results of these Vita-C duo. The results speak for itself and my favourite has to be the Dark Circle Corrector because dark circles have been my number one problem >.< Murad, is always my trusted brand =)

Sensenique Natural Shampoo & Conditioner

For all you ladies out there, you will agree with me when I say our hair is our crowning glory. So much so that during MCO, many ladies out there were dying to go to the saloon to upkeep their mane.

Since now we have to adjust to new normal, we want to be able to care for our hair better so that trips to the saloon can be decreased in the name of social distancing. I have always used chemical shampoos and now that I received this set of Sensenique products which is chemical free, I am now switching to Betaine, Sulfate, Silicone Free Haircare!

Made with 98% ingredients of natural origin.

Infused with the goodness of Argan oil, Olive oil, Jojoba seed oil, Macademia seed oil, Ginger Root, Orange, Peppermint, Lime pure essential oils, ECOCERT organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf juice and ECOCERT natural plant extracts that are soothing, moisturizing and kind to hair and skin.

The premium, safe, gentle yet effective non-toxic glucose, amino acid & fatty acid based surfactants make them perfect for everyday use. They are scented with pure essential oils and consistent usage leaves you with healthier skin, hair and scalp. Suitable for all hair types including color treated hair and all skin types, especially sensitive and problem skin.

Let's put them to test.

The shampoo is Gel like and a little goes a long way. It does not lather up like your ordinary shampoo. But less lather does not mean it is not cleaning your hair, or that you need to use more shampoo than usual. Sensenique Natural hair care requires more water in your hair before you add in the shampoo. You add more water to get a better wash - not more product like your regular shampoos. This means you are using less product to get good and effective cleansing.

Thoroughly wet hair before applying shampoo. If your hair isn’t completely soaked, it’s hard to apply the product and distribute it through your hair. Apply more water, instead of more product. The water will help activate the shampoo and spread it through entire hair.

If your hair is thick or coarse, shampoo twice. The second shampoo lathers up more easily and helps clean thick or coarse hair better. I used once although my hair is thick and I find it okay and it cleans my scalp well. The peppermint and lime helps in soothing scalp with a minty feeling.

Rinse hair thoroughly. Any residue will make your hair feel heavy.

Follow up with the conditioner.

Apply from mid lengths to ends (no need to condition your scalp, especially if you have fine or oily hair) and then rinse well.

If your hair is very thick, coarse or heavily treated ie instensely coloured hair, double conditioning will help manage hair better. But once will also do like mine although I have thick coloured hair.

After that, dry hair and see the effect.

It can take from as early as 2-3 weeks to 1-2 months for your scalp to adjust when switching to a truly natural hair care. In the beginning, hair feels slightly dry and stiff. This is the adjustment period where it helps to detox the hair from all remaining chemical coating. After this adjustment period, you will find that your hair is fuller and texture is more well-balanced. In the end, you will enjoy healthier hair and scalp.


I find that after the first wash, yes, it's a bit stiff and hair does not feel smooth right after washing. However, after blowing dry, hair feels less frizzy and bouncy. I normally feel my scalp turns itchy and oily after 2 days of washing but somehow after using Sensenique, it lasts 3 days and scalp is less oily.

Yay! I now have healthy hair and is a lot less to maintain. My scalp feels fresh after every wash and hair becomes smoother, silky and moisturised. I have also noticed much less hair fall after continuous usage.

It costs RM39 for a 300ml bottle of Peppermint Lime Shampoo and RM39 for a 300ml bottle of Peppermint Lime Conditioner.

For more information, you can visit: https://senseniquenatural.com/

Melano CC Vitamin C Brightening Gel

Melano CC, the popular Japan’s Vitamin C skincare brand by Rohto Mentholaum, with its famous Vit.C Brightening Essence which sustains the NO.1 Whitening Essence in Japan for 4 continuous years, has introduced a new Vitamin C Brightening Gel - a moisturizer formulated with Vitamin C, Fruits extracts and Deep Penetration Technology to brighten dull skin, even out skin tone, fight dark spots, lighten pimple marks and minimize pores while keeping the skin hydrated – all for a radiantly brighter, youthful skin. With the latest vitamin C Brightening Gel that completes the Melano CC skincare range, you are now a step away to achieving spotless fair skin! 

During the Movement Control Order, since we can't get our monthly facial, this is the right time to combat dull skin with Melano CC.

Use twice a day after lotion/toner. Take sufficient amount and apply evenly on face & neck. Gently massage into face and neck to allow absorption into the skin. Suitable even for body after sun exposure.

The gel is very lightweight and absorbs fast into skin without any sticky or greasy residue. I've been loving it so far and my skin has adapted well with no breakouts whatsoever.

The new Melano CC Vitamin C Brightening Gel is infused with Vitamin C and E derivatives that work hand in hand to lighten dark spots, reduce redness and soothe skin for a healthy glowing skin from the inside out. Moreover, its Deep Penetration Technology also includes high-stability and high concentration properties that helps ensure full absorption of its derivatives into the skin. Other vital extracts contained in the moisturizer are as follows: 

• Alpinia Seed Extract – A ginger extract that helps brighten and even out skin tone 

• Cornus Officinalis (Japanese Cornel) Fruit Extract – Deeply Hydrates and Soothes Skin 

• Lemon Extract – Helps hydrates skin for a significantly soft, smooth and supple skin

• Citrus – Adds fragrance to the moisturizer

It smells so good like those fizzy orange Vitamin C drinks. I always love smelling the jar whenever using the gel hehe *addicted* So far, I've been using for 2 weeks straight and it has been good to my skin. It moisturises well, no allergies and brightens up my skin as seen below:
 BEFORE (left) and AFTER (right)
My skin has definitely brightened up unlike the BEFORE picture where it looked dull after months of no facial hahahha Aside from that, my skin is also not so oily from application of product. Overall, I'm very happy with the product and the effect on my skin. Plus, it's very easy to use and can just apply the desired amount any time because it's easily absorbed!

With its ample benefits to the skin, everybody can have spotless beautiful fair skin now!

Transform your skin today with the all-New Melano CC Brigtening Gel and its range of products. The new Melano CC Brightening Gel 100g is priced at RM70.00 and is available exclusively at Watsons from June 2020.