Propolis now isn't an ingredient that we aren't familiar of in skincare anymore. Known for its diverse benefits, almost all skincare companies have their own propolis products now. Have you guys tried any propolis products yet? I feel like the propolis or honey trend in skincare is still going on strong and even stronger. Given such numerous of benefits, who wouldn't want to give a propolis product a try right? haha.
Skinfood recently launched another product for their Royal Honey Propolis line too! Now there's a shield cream available for you to complete your propolis line. I honestly am not interested with the shield cream yet though because it seems like it would be too moisturizing for my skin. |_・)
PRODUCT INFO
{ Name } Skinfood Royal Honey Propolis Essence
{ Descriptions } The power of a single drop that enhances skin protection, radiance and moisture! With 50% Black Bee Propolis extract, 20% Royal Jelly extract and 10% Royal Black Honey extract, it keeps sensitive skin healthy! Black Bee Propolis extract, which is a honey essence that keeps skin radiant and moist while protecting it: Propolis extract with strong vitality which was created by black bees. Propolis is a substance that bees create by mixing other botanical ingredients with their saliva and enzymes to protect their hive.
{ Directions } After using a toner, take a pearl-sized amount, gently apply on entire face, and allow to absorb.
{ Net Wt. } 50ml
{ Price } ₩29,000
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PACKAGING
I'm digging the gold color very much lately so the packaging for the essence really is something that I find prepossessing. It's made up from a thick sturdy glass which the overall packaging just gives a high class vibe to it. Skinfood recently launched the Gold Caviar line too and the packaging just ugh, something that would look nice in photography, haha! I've been convincing my mom to get the whole line however she's still considering to get them or not. I'm hoping she would love to get them so I can post something on my Instagram later, haha.
It's wrapped in a hard plastic with a tear part on the side to indicate the product is still new and sealed. It didn't come in a box when I purchased it but I saw a box for it on Skinfood's official website recently.
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| Back of the bottle. |
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| Bottom of the bottle. |
You can find your manufacturing and expiry date on the bottom of the bottle.
The dropper on the other hand is quite unique on its own. In this case you'll be able to use the dropper once you twist the cap.
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| The dropper. |
Overall, for me there's no flaw for the packaging unless you're worry because the bottle is made up from glass. I haven't tried to drop it on purpose yet (loljk) so I don't know whether it'll break or not but however from the feel of it, it feels sturdy enough to survive a short fall, lol.
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SCENT
It almost has no scent which very unlikely to cause any unpleasant experience during applying the essence. It reminds me of the Etude House I'm Blooming Mist which virtually has no fragrance at all. It's a very natural scent and those with sensitive nose wouldn't have to worry even a bit........
TEXTURE.CONSISTENCY.FORMULA
It has a very lightweight texture with a low viscosity but very slightly thicker in consistency than water or a toner.
A little goes a long way! Two drops more than enough for my whole face. It's not sticky and absorbs on skin quite well too. My skin feels very silky on touch after applying this essence.
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INGREDIENTS TALK
Propolis Extract (50%), Royal Jelly Extract (20%), Honey (10%), Glycerol/Glycerin (lubricant, humectant, allow skin to mature properly), Dipropylene Glycol (solvent/fragrance/masking agent. low toxicity-possible irritant to skin and eye area but if it's used in such low concentrations, it would have little impact), Butylene Glycol (not sure which one from the four butanediols but it might be used to reduce the viscosity and as humecant skin conditioning agent), Portulaca Oleracea Extract (antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties), Arginine (antioxidant, build collagen production, anti-aging), Beta-Glucan (anti-aging, antioxidants, soothing, moisturizing, anti-irritant), Disodium EDTA (preservative, chelator, stabilizer), Sodium Hyaluronate (moisture retaining, humectant, wound healing, protect skin), Hydroxyethylcellulose (lubricant, thickening agent, amino acid, preservative, emulsifier, binder - not beneficial to skin), Carbomer (thickening agent), Phenoxyethanol (moderate hazard, preservative. click to read more).
**Click on each of the ingredients above to read more about them
I was lost for words when I first saw the ingredients list on CosDNA here. I'm astonished how there are total of only 15 ingredients included.. I honestly thought there would be more. Looking at all of the ingredients, they are overall nice! I'm surprised how the Propolis Extract is quite high at 50% (PureHeal's which is an ampoule on the other hand offers higher concentration of 90%) too. The main ingredient which is Propolis is known for its natural disinfector, antibacterial, antifungal which is effective when fighting Acne. It's also know as an antioxidant and emollient. Propolis may help with minor burns too. According to Skinfood, the mix of Black Bee Propolis extract, Royal Jelly extract and Royal Black Honey extract helps keep sensitive skin healthy. The overall ingredients seems to help on protecting the skin, moisturizing, anti-aging, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and wound healing.
WHAT ARE MY OPINIONS?
This is overall a nice product, it is moisturizing enough (for an essence) for my combination skin, improves my overall skin texture, and slightly reduce the appearance of new acne (acne is more under control) but I'm not sure about the anti-aging effect as I'm still quite young (21 is still young okay? lol but why I feel like I need to stock up anti-aging products from now on..). The overall effects are just average on me too. Nothing really makes me want to repurchase it. If it's me, I'll opt for a propolis ampoule instead of essence because of the higher concentration and I can use another essence instead if I'm already using a propolis ampoule (but if you want to use both, why not? haha).
PROS.
1. Moisturizing.
2. Suitable for all skin types.
3. Improves skin texture.
4. A little goes a long way!
5. Contains 50% propolis extract for an essence.
6. Great main ingredients ; propolis, royal jelly, honey.
7. Protects the skin.
8. Anti-aging, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antifungal ingredients included (so many anti, lol).
9. Nice packaging.
10. Almost no fragrance.
CONS.
1. Might be quite expensive for an essence.
2. Glass bottle which is breakable.
3. The overall effects might be just average to some people.
Have you tried any propolis products yet? If no, do you feel like trying one? Leave a comment below to let me know and thanks for reading!
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