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A beautiful complexion not make you feel good but it also builds up the confidence in you. Every woman dreamt of having bright, radiant and beautiful skin that attracts everyone at the first glance. To achieve this healthy glow, introducing the most advanced protection against hyperpigmentation; White Plus HP Sea Lily Enriched which now, extends its range and offers two new face care products to ensure even brighter, more beautiful skin: Whitening Velvet Emulsion and Whitening Velvet Emulsion SPF 20.
These emulsion comes with incredible velvet-smooth feel, ultra-fluid, soft texture emulsion is exceptionally lightweight which leaves skin bright, transparent and rosy glow. It comes in two editions, one with SPF and one without.
Sea lily: a wonder of nature with whitening powers
The sea lily, a symbol of beauty and whiteness.
Originating from the coast of Asia Minor, the sea lily then acclimatized itself to the sandy shores of the Mediterranean and Atlantic coast of Brittany. This wonder of nature, with its incredible beauty and pure whiteness, also has the exceptional capacity to survive on windswept sands exposed to the merciless sun. Despite its hardy nature, the sea lily is threatened with extinction due to the destruction of its natural coastal habitat and is now a protected species in France. Consequently, the flowers are not picked from wild plants but specially cultivated for Clarins in Britanny.
Sea lily: the extension of dendrites is controlled
A powerful flower used in Clarins White Plus HP, it has the ability to control the extension of dendrites –the “arms” of melanocytes which deliver melanin pigments to the epidermis. The new discovery from the research revealed two roles of the proteins found in this morphological process: Rac 1 protein which cause the extension of dendrites and RhoA protein which encourages their retraction. Sea lily incorporated in the White Plus HP range, has the ability to control the action of these two proteins and effectively reduce the transfer of melanin to the epidermis.
Besides Sea lily, the combination of active ingredients with whitening properties promises the widest protection against all factors contributing to hyperpigmentation, both inside and outside the melanocyte.
Other active ingredients
Alchemilla extracts help to slows down the excessive transfer of melanin to the epidermis.
Raspberry extract, a highly stable vitamin C derivative (ascorbyl-2-glucoside) and biotin (vitamin B8) slows down the synthesis of melanin.
With the combination of Alchemilla, raspberry and parsley, it works on the microcirculation, where these actives ingredients helps revive complexion radiance and restore a beautiful, transparent and rosy glow. While, Tannins from alchemilla and flavonoids from raspberry and parsley help to enhance the natural draining mechanism in skin by increasing the resistance of blood capillaries.
The chart shown below are the results expressed in percentage of satisfaction after 3 weeks usage of Whitening Velvet Emulsion.
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| * Study involving 34 Asian women. The results are expressed as a percentage of satisfaction after 3 weeks of use of Whitening Velvet Emulsion. |
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| * Study involving 12 Asian women who applied Whitening Velvet Emulsion. |
Application method are as follow
White Plus Sea Lily Enriched Range
Clarins White Plus Sea Lily enriched range offers complete beauty regime to ensure a flawless, luminous and beautiful skin. The daily ‘must have’ which is recommended includes:
For day care routine: Intensive Whitening Smoothing Serum, All Spots Whitening Corrector, Whitening Velvet Emulsion or Whitening Velvet Emulsion with SPF 20.
For night care: Intensive Whitening Smoothing Serum, All Spots Whitening Corrector and Repairing Whitening Night Cream.
For optimal result, the weekly programme which includes the Gentle Renewing Brightening Peel and Gentle Brightening Exfoliator need to be incorporated to the beauty regime on a weekly basis.
Daily Programme Range
Intensive Whitening Smoothing Serum – RM 260/30ml
The most advanced skin care for a flawless complexion that glows with a youthful radiance. It evens the complexion and leaves it incredibly bright.
Whitening Velvet Emulsion (NEW) – RM 190 / 75ml
With its incredibly soft, lightweight texture, this day and/or night moisturizer ensures bright, radiant, comfortable skin. Make-up is easier to apply and long-wearing.
Whitening Velvet Emulsion SPF 20 (NEW) – RM 210 / 75ml
The moisturizing day care which ensures bright, radiant, comfortable and matte skin, all day long. Protects against pollution and UV rays. Make-up is easier to apply and long-wearing.
Whitening Repairing Night Cream –RM 240 / 50ml
The night care which controls hyperpigmentation caused by daytime. UV rays, and also stress accumulated throughout the day.
All Spots Whitening Corrector – RM 195 / 7ml
The ultra-concentrated anti-imperfections skin care which reduces the size and intensity of dark spots, purifies skin and soothes small blemishes.
Intensive Programme – Weekly
Gentle Renewing Brightening Peel – RM 152 /125ml
A quick and easy way to exfoliate skin that immediately brightens and brings a feeling of freshness and purity.
Gentle Brightening Exfoliator – RM 135 / 50ml
Perfect for massaging into skin, this rich, smooth cream with micro beads deep cleanses, smoothes and brightens.
I went to Clarins counter at Jusco Bandar Utama yesterday and Whitening Velvet Emulsion is selling like hot cakes! As it’s voucher day yesterday, almost 1 bottle was sold every minute.
Clarins Whitening Velvet Emulsion and Clarins Whitening Velvet Emulsion SPF 20 will be available starting from 2nd February 2012 onwards at all Clarins counters nationwide.
Press Release provided by Clarins Malaysia.
I’m a good girl last month spending just RM68 on Clarins. Actually I reserved 2 sets of Truly Matte Best Buy set but the irresponsible BA at Parkson KLCC either 1) sold off one of my reserved set or 2) there’s only 1 set left in the counter. Later on I found out that Isetan Gardens still have 9 sets left sp I make a reservation for 2 sets and I found out that the cleansing gel is actually near to expiry so I contacted Priscilla of Clarins HQ. To cut the story short all counters which still hold the stock must returned back to their HQ. So I cancelled my reservation as well =)
This is my 5th set purchased in total and it’s the last available as well.
Have a nice long weekend ahead & Happy Chap Goh Mei!
Finally. First Clarins review for the Dragon year! Sorry that I’ve been missing lots of review. There’s just too many product and I didn’t know which one to start lol!!
In this review, I’m going to introduce you to my latest favourite from Clarins. It’s a “body serum” but I’m just gonna treat this as body lotion ya. I decided to do this first as there aren’t any review out there for this. Might as well beat the odds?
Clarins Renew-Plus Body Serums comes in a 200ml bottle. This is retailing at RM205 at all Clarins counters nationwide and skin spa. It is suitable for Normal, Dry, Combination and Oily skin type.
A concentrated, anti-wrinkle body serum that helps restore the smoothness, firmness and radiance of young-looking skin. The dual moisturising and cellular renewal action of Vitamin A and Water Lily extract encourages the elimination of dry, flaky cells—smoothing away roughness to leave skin soft, supple and bright. Moisturises all through the day and night.
Pre-Retinol : revives cellular renewal.
Water Lily extract (rich in Vitamin C) : softens skin and prevents signs of skin ageing.
Christophine extract and plant-based perhydrosqualene from Olive Tree : strengthen the moisturizing action.
Cashew Nut extract : evens skin tone.
What I love about the bottle besides the sturdy but yet squeezable bottle body is the top lid.
What you see in the dispense hole is sort of like a “stopper” to stop the fluid from flowing out of the bottle when we stop squeezing. I’ve never seen this type of lid except for Clarins. Brilliant!
The serum is in a light beige color fluid. It’s lighter than body lotion and absorbed very quickly.
As when I spread the serum, it started to spread out easily just like a face serum. It is non-greasy, smells wonderful and brings one to heaven during application.
Apply to dry skin morning and /or evening with light sweeping movements from the ankles to the waist, and then from arms to the décolleté. Use as an intensive, time-specific beauty treatment or year-round if needed.
The thing is.
I didn’t see any significant result which is why I mentioned at the beginning that I’m just going to treat this like any other body lotion. My skin however is indeed smoother and supple. The thing that I do love about this is the scent of the serum and it really last long. When I feel like I didn’t want to spritz on any body mist or perfume, I’d apply this generously. I felt luxurious applying this maybe because of the price and the fact that it does nothing besides giving a wonderful scent to the skin.
1) Smells great & last long.
2) Smooth skin making skin supple and soft.
3) Doesn’t have significant result.
No, unless this is under PWP, sales or best buy set.
Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored review. I bought the product on my own.
Sorry that I’ve missed 2-3 weeks of weekly edition of “Newly Opened”.
Here’s 2 weeks worth of new products that I opened up 2 weeks ago.
Skin Food Egg White Pack (5 sets consist of nose, forehead & jaw)
Review: Read here
This works superbly well removing those stubborn blackheads from your nose especially. I like the fact that Skin Food included jaw and forehead as well. That’s a bonus.
Watsons H Bella Purify & Renew Body Polish Strawberry & Cinnamon 250g
I received this from recent Watsons event. I’ve used up the previous jar which I gotten from Watsons event as well and I love it. I might repurchase this when I finish this jar.
Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion 11ml
Yeap. I jumped into UDPP bandwagon recently after reading all the great reviews BUT I was disappointed. I’d still prefer Etude House Proof 10 Eye Primer though. Will do a review soon.
Clarins Lotus Face Treatment Oil 2ml
This is my 3rd 2ml mini bottle. I’m only using this at night so after this I’m gonna purchase the full size bottle which is 30ml.
Make Up For Ever High Definition Foundation 5ml
I got this mini bottle from a recent contest. Although the shade is too dark for my skin tone, I didn’t mind it as my Paul & Joe compact is too fair for my skin. So this sort of balance up the shade. It really does what it claimed; High Definition. I would definitely drop by MUFE counter to purchase.
Make Up For Ever High Definition Blush 4ml
This is also won from a recent contest. This is a cream blusher which needed to be applied after foundation but before the powder. A little goes a long way. I still prefer powder blush.
L’Occitane Shea Butter Foot Cream 30ml & 150ml
Review: Read here
As I’m having some skin issue now, I carry the 30ml in my handbag to keep my foot moisturized while the 150ml stayed on the side of my bed which I’m using it generously before sleep. This is a good moisturizing cream for the foot but doesn’t do anything for crack heels. Clarins one is better for crack heels.
Clarins Cleansing Milk With Gentian 50ml
Review: Read here
My must-have makeup remover! This is my second last 50ml bottle. Time to repurchase soon 🙂
Clarins Gentle Foaming Cleanser With Cottonseed 20ml
Review: Read here
After being advised by Fennie, I’ve swapped the day and night cleanser routine so this is my day cleanser now. Mummy is also using this. Second last deluxe sample on hand. Still considering if I should purchase this in future.
Fennie from Clarins BU counter gave me these!
It’s mandarin orange gift pack and her own handmade crispy seaweed. I have never tasted such a yummy crispy seaweed before! See half of it is gone. I need to hold on to the half for the photo hahaha. Thank you so much dear :). Hope you sell these. I wanna buy!
Next is a bunch of L’Occitane goodies from a 5 star hotel in Penang. Thanks to Sherman my company’s photographer who was at a Mercedes-Benz media drive to Penang whom BBM-ed me the toiletries stuff in his bathroom lol. I told him to bath only using water and that he can’t touch all of these hahaha. Then the next day my other Editor used the shower gel hehe. But in the end Sherman managed to bring the rest of the stuff back to me. I gave a bottle of body lotion to Bella my colleague and this is what I came home with.
Thank you Sherman!
What a great CNY!