Albion skincare range is such a comfort to use!
Hmm..not sure if anyone of you still remember that previously I posted on my
Facebook somewhere beginning of the year I think..(cannot remember..senile le.. =P)
that I won a skincare products range worth $305 from taking part in a magazine
promotion. Well, this is it (Thank you Cosmopolitian! ^_^)
First of all honestly, I had never heard of this brand before and tell you all a funny thing
here. I first heard about this brand was actually through a ex-colleauge of mine. That time
she had resigned and we kinda lost touch abit here and there. When I realised she was still in
the beauty industry, so naturally I asked her what brand or company she's working for. And
she replied say Albion. ( And I had no idea what brand is that and what she talking about XD)
That was when I met up with her at her brother wedding while doing makeup for her mother.
(All this happened last year 2012)
And then when I was informed earlier this year that I won for myself a skincare range from a
magazine promotion (which I cannot remember at all... XD) I was thrilled. So I went down all
the way to Concorde, their head office to collect my prizes. When I reached home, I open up the
package to take a good look at the products. I look at the brand.. Hmm..never heard of it leh..I
said to myself but the name sounds so familliar so I put it aside first. It took me days later on to
realised that this could be the brand my ex colleauge was working for! So after my confirmation
from her, yes is the answer. ( Really getting old with the poor memory and slow reaction..XP)
So before I started using it, I went on to do a little digging and research on the brand.
Photo Source: Internet Google Search
Established in March 2 1956, starting their business in Ginza 1-6 in May with a vision to
be "The world's leading luxury cosmetics manufacturer" 5 skincare items were released.
Soon, over the years they began setting up business all around Tokyo Japan. Beauty salons,
and even an education center. Releasing their top best seller "Skin Conditioner" In 1974.
The products that I won were the skin conditioner, Exage pure mild wash, Exage moist
crystal milk 1,Exage moist serum mist and a dreamy chiffon face primer.
Not quite knowing how to use it, I went online and did a little research again. XD. They
have this skincare system called "4-steps".
1) Cleansing- Remove makeup and skin impurities to leave skin clean and fresh.
2) Softening- To create right moisture balance in skin corneal layer leaving it supple.
3) Balancing- Firms and condition skin to give a dewy fine texture.
4) Active Care- To get healthy glowing skin.
When I first saw the size of the cleansing wash, I have to admit that I was kinda..sad..such
a small bottle. It probably won't even last me more than a month! But after I started using it,
I finally understood why the small bottle size. =P
It comes in a fine, milky texture when poured out.
Once lathered with water, it becomes a rich milky foam that feels wonderful when it touches
your face. So each time, a few little droplets of it will be enough to wash the entire face. I didn't
know that the first time so in the end, the foam was quite alot. But I still used whatever amount I
poured on my whole face.. Better than waste it, right? ;) My skin feels clean and fresh with no
tightness, unlike some other types of washing foam that makes your skin feels dry and tight.
After cleansing, by right should apply toner right? But for Albion, by left is to apply the moist
crytsal milk first. This is to balance the skin moisture and softening and to prep the skin for the
rest of the skincare regime later on. It was supposed to be used with their cotton pads (which I
think they do sell it but not sure how much though)
Using a normal cotton pad from Watsons, pump 3 pumps onto the pad. (But I only uses 2 pumps
for my whole face.) 3 pumps very fast finish de.. =(
This is the aftermath of the cotton pad.. gosh..it looks so dirty.. so does it means that I have been
sleeping and living with all these dirt on my face the whole time?? @_@ I realised that the
Watsons cotton pads tend to leave streaks of cotton on face after using it.. not very comfortable.
so I found another type of cotton pads thats comfortable to use and a cheaper version.
From Daiso $2 per box.
My skin feels much more supple and clean after the moist crystal milk. ^_^
Next is the skin conditioner (Best seller) It has a nice soothing scent thats makes me feel very
comfortable to use and being "Essential" and labelled "药用" medicated, means that it will not
causes irritation or sensitivity. ^_^ Suitable for all skin types. One of the best toner I've used so far.
After the conditioner, next is their serum. For their serum, it comes in a spray bottle packaging thats
so much more easier and convinent to use and good for bringing along when travelling with its
small bottle size. Hold the spray about 10-15cm away from face. close your eyes and spray. It also
has a nice soothing scent that feels comfortable ( I cannot stand weird yucky smell XD) After that,
pat in the remaining serum on your face into the skin. After that you can continue with your cream
eyecare etc.
Overall, I quite like this range alot. As the ones that i'm using is Exage (For smooth moisturized
skin) which is excellent for me as I sleep in air-conditioned room every night. (Singapore too hot
to survive without air con la..XD) thus, I need to replenish or mantain my skin moisture balance.
They have other range like whitening, lifting & firming etc..so do visit their beauty counter
at Orchard Takashimaya Level one for more information on the products.
Hope you all enjoyed today little sharing & review.
May everyone have a great weekend! ^_^
Lurve
Snowy
Your Beauty Editor.
PS: I have not used the face primer yet but i'm sure it will be as good as the skincare range and
makes my face feel soft and smooth like chiffon cake. XD (Just kidding!)
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