Friday, March 20, 2009

Splurge vs. Steal - Anti-Blemish Gel/Cream

When stress, poor diet and lack of sleep wreaks havoc in our skin, break-outs inevitably appears. I use anti-blemish gel, when my regular cleansing-toning-and-moisturizing regime fails. These two products are guaranteed to be effective - which you can splurge on or simpl steal.



SPLURGE : SHISEIDO'S Pureness Blemish Targeting Gel


The Promise :

A medicated gel that effectively clears up acne as it purifies and refreshes skin. Contains a purifying agent that keeps skin clean and salicylic acid helps prevent the appearance of new acne. Aromachology-based fragrance calms flare-ups and redness associated with blemishes.

My Verdict :

I felt my skin stung when I first used this product. Blemishes begin to lighten on the 3rd day of use. Even pimples dried up a little. It has a clean soapy scent that doesn't irritate skin. With its steep price, this product is really effective.



STEAL : GARNIER'S Pure SOS Anti-Blemish Spot Pen


The Promise :

It contains zinc for its controlling properties, an anti-bacterial agent for its cleansing power, and 100% natural cucumber extract for its energizing and skin-hydrating qualities. This combination of natural active ingredients replies completely and efficiently to all problems associated with oily skin.

My Verdict :

I put this on before I sleep. Blemishes started to lighten without drying the skin. It has a non-irritating fresh grassy scent. Of course, it's very reasonably priced. Applying it thinly, directly on the skin, its small tube could last for about a little more than a month


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