What are some of the benefits of oil cleansing ? Who really need oil cleanser?

Oil cleanser

Which one would be best suited to use on AM routine  during summer and I live in hot humid place near the tropics.
Help me choose between the two ....I have combination sensitive skin and i don't face the issue of dehydration during  summer month.
If you have more better option please feel free to comment down too...

Moisturizer best  for hot humid climate

Hi fellow Picky users
As i have concerns of uneven texture ,acne and hyperpigmentation i got myself an OTC Azelaic acid cream and was planning to include in my PM routine .I have never used any forms of Azelaic acid before so i need your help on this .

So I  just want to ask when should I  introduce Azelaic acid in my routine before moisturizer  or after moisturizer.I wanna use it as spot treatment at the area of concerns.
The Azelaic acid that i bought is in cream form and has the concentration of 10% .
It's lil bit on the richer texture i got confused when to use as it might not absorb and blend in easily on my face.How do you guys apply ?

When to use in a routine

I ran out of my go to cleanser and i was using a bath soap on my face for a couple of days ,I know was  wrong to do that but i have no choice as there weren't any leftover cleanser in my vanity stash ....

I have irritations all over my face concentrated mostly on my my cheek area ...I stop using all the products rightaway ...

please help me out ...

Sudden reaction and irritation

The latest skincare trend Skin Cycling 
Everyone is raving about it and sharing their result .

What exactly is the main idea behind it ?
Is this a skincare trend you will be trying ? 

Share your  thoughts and opinion .

Skin Cycling

Picky skincare 

Dry skin peeps might feel too light in terms of its moistirizing effect.

Make p:rem UV Defense daily Sun Fluid SPF 50+PA++++

❔ᴄʟᴀɪᴍs: A hybrid sunscreen that defense the harmful solar radiation and optimise the moisture level up while gently calms the skin.

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TiO2
Uvinul A Plus
Uvinul T 150

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Even in winter the intensity of solar radiation is still high so a better sunscreen would be a game changer to boost the protection.Let's change the game up with this mild UV defence sun fluid that comes in handsome quantity for overall face and body UV protection programme.This sunscreen glides onto the skin smoothly without tugging leaving a soft touch with a hint of dewy finish.It enhances moisture to the skin without overwhelming greasy feeling and helps to calm the skin from different soothing botanical extracts present in the formulation.

I haven't tested the previous version but this renewed formula is just OK for my combination skin as it can be easily incorporated in my routine.It blends easily and doesn't pill badly under make up .It doesn't leave me like a grease ball at the end of the day as it dries to a semi-matte finish.It feels so transparent to my skin and i don't feel the weight of applying a moisturizing sunblock.

i enjoy using this sunscreen even in winter inspite of the high presence of Titanium dioxide as the presence of moisturizing nourishing emollients counter the effect of dryness .I feel like this sunacreen would be enough to end my AM routine right after cleansing and toning as i live in hot humid tropical country.In terms of its moisturizing effect i am pretty much satisfied as it not too overly moisturizing and it give a whisper of hydration .
But i experience a little shine  like a glazed donut on my face when i went outside wearing mask.It is not sweat and water resistant .
When i reapply it gave a greasy feeling and it has that build up effect which usually occurs  when you layer a lot of product on top of the other .

It is free from fragrance ,alcohol ,essential oil which is a plus for my sensitive skin.


It's quite costly so will repurchase only when it's on sale .


ISNTREE HYALURONIC WATER ESSENCE

✅ᴄʟᴀɪᴍs: An ultimate hydrating essence that delivers and boost hydration in depth hydration  and moisture and strengthen the weakened  moisture barrier .

🍀ɪɴɢʀᴇᴅɪᴇɴᴛs: 8 types of hyaluronic acid ,Glycerin,Betaine,Niacinamide,Panthenol .

🍃ᴛᴇᴢᴛᴜʀᴇ ᴀɴᴅ sᴄᴇɴᴛ : Lightly viscous gooey texture without any detectable scent.

ᴛʟᴅᴄ: Very hydrating and plumping,thin moisturizing oil film,strengthens moisture barrier .

ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ: As someone with combination skin with dehydrated or weakened moisture barrier  issue I would like to go for extra boost of hydration besides toner and this essence come into play right with my desire .With its outstanding moisture reinforcing property without nasty ingredients it harness a balance between hydration and moisturization to give vitality to weakened skin .Coming to its texture it has a cloudy or milky gooey texture with a nice slip that takes minute or so to absorb beautifully to the skin .It hydrates and plumps the skin with a juicy bouncy finish but with thin moisturizing oil film that sits on the top .I used this right after cleansing and toning as it helps with better absorption.It delivers  hydration deep down different layers of skin from the 8 different types of molecular weight of hyaluronic acid .Unlike other hydrating ampoule,serum or essence it didn't leave any tacky feeling once it absorbs into the skin beautifully.However i experienced slight overwheming feel when used in hot humid AM routine due to moisturizing oily film it leaves on the skin.It so refreshing,plumping and rejuvenating .I gorge myself using this on my AM and PM routine mostly on fall autumn dry weather .

With regular use the issue i face with dehydration subsided gradually .Less flaky,less itchy post use.
With its dual perfomance here hydrating + moisturizing it definitely ticks the box of my need for basic everyday skincare regimen.

Recommended for all skin type specially dry ,dehydrated skin.Dry skin peeps will appreciate this more.

This product is absolutely free from fragarance ,essential oil ,drying alcohol.


It doesn&#39;t effectively remove bigger stubborn blackheads but atleast help to push up at the upper surface of skin.The concentration is quite low ,so it is not a good choice for people  with advanced regime looking for a powerful BHA.
Other than that no bad feedback to raise.

Looking for an exfoliatiors in the form of toner that is mild in perfomance,hydrating yet effective.Then you should definitely try this exfoliating toner from the promising well known brand  COSRX .The BHA Blackhead power liquid is an exfoliating toner that helps to remove impurities,gunks clogged sebum from the pore.It works deep down the pore  to declog, regulating sebum production and helps to remove blackhead and Whitehead too.It also helps our skin for achieving a refine skin texture,shrink pore and gives a smoother look by resurfacing the dead skin cells and thus help with hyperpigmentation .
Product properties  -  It come in a 100 ml thick plastic pump off dispensing bottle. It has thin watery texture and when applied to the skin it gives a hydrating watery oil finish. The ingredient list is minimal. It has got Willow bark extract 67.8%, betaine salicylate as BHA 4%,niacinamide, arginine,panthenol,sodium hyaluronate for soothing calming,hydrating, even out skin tone.
It is a good starter BHA exfoliating toner for beginners.It has no fragrance.It really helps in removing smaller blackheads.

Not a bad product but it won't be best suited for dry skin and people with dehydrated skin condition.

Isntree Green Tea Fresh 

✅ᴄʟᴀɪᴍs: A toner powered with antioxidants from botanical extracts that soothes the skin,regulates excess sebum for breakout prone oily skin.

🍀ɪɴɢʀᴇᴅɪᴇɴᴛs: Camellia sinensis extract
Gingko biloba leaf extract 
Centella asiatica extract
Salix alba extract.

🍃ᴛᴇxᴛᴜʀᴇ & sᴄᴇɴᴛ : Superlightweight weight watery texture with herbal green tea scent that resembles the smell of Soy sauce.

 ✨ᴛʟᴅʀ: Soothing and calming 
Refreshing finish
Moderate sebum controlling property
Oily skin loving formulation

🤔ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ: This product brings you the delightful goodness of natural ingredients ,the Superhero or main constituents of this product that is GREEN TEA (80% extract ) from Jeju island alongside other botanical anti-oxidants rich extract .Brimming with tons of goodness this product delivers soothing and calming ,oil controlling properties for breakout prone skin.
The toner comes with a natural brownish colour from Green tea no artificial colourants added .It has a superlight watery like texture that absorbs instantly to the skin giving a refreshing calming feel without any tackiness .
Because of its lightweight texture it can be layered easily .
For my combination dehydrated skin this toner is best to use during hot humid season as it helps regulate excess oil production on my T zone during the  middle of the day .I can see the best results when i used to wipe my face with cotton pads.
In terms of its soothing effect it's not that appealing .Yes it does soothes my irritated skin and inflammed acnes but not that quickly so better to saturate required amount of the toner and keep in place where we need special care .That way it helps to calm down the inflammation.
The natural and less irritating alternative of salicylic acid that is Salix alba extract helps with gentle exfoliation which is a plus for sensitive skin who don't want extreme exfoliating effects from BHA . It act as first toner to start any skincare routine .
The patented Anti sebum P(HD) in the formulation helps to control excess sebum and helps in  regulating sebum production .This is great for super oily skin to incorporate into their routine .
This is a lackluster for hydration so i don't use this daily i only used it when i need some TDLC routine or calming swelling  acne.If you are looking for hydration this is not the product to go for.

Due to the presence of rich anti-oxidants extract i used it as side kick booster for anti-ageing as Green tea is loaded with catechins ,the prominent ingredients EGCG which helps for fighting free radicals .

Lastly this product is free from fragrance, drying alcohol and essential oil .













Don't use it in case of compromised moisture barrier and suffering from acute dehydration.Dry skin might not enjoy using it too. Other than that no bad feedback to raise


ISNTREE REAL MUGWORT CLAY MASK

✅ᴄʟᴀɪᴍs: A soothing, clarifying mask that manages sebum production while delivering soothing detoxifying effect.

🍀ɪɴɢʀᴇᴅɪᴇɴᴛs: 6 types of clay mask like Kaolin Bentonite ,Artemisia princeps extract,Green tea leaf water,Beta glucan .

🍃ᴛᴇxᴛᴜʀᴇ & sᴄᴇɴᴛ : Thick creamy texture with a mugwort bits with a therapeutic earthy herbal scent.

TLDC : Gently exfoliates
Soothes and protect 
Deeply cleanses and 
Energise the skin.

🤔ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ: As a person living in hot humid climate prone to oiliness and congestion clay mask is a must have for ocassional routine.And this clay mask comes with the amazing combination of mugwort and clay .The thick cream texture spreads on the skin easily without crusty chucky feeling .I used facial flat brush or silicone mask brush and it spread so easily .I also add aloe gel while applying to reduce the drying effect.

I am pretty much satisfied by its exfoliating effect as it sucks the gunks ,dirt and exces oils out of my pores ,hence no obvious sebaceous filament around my nose and chin thereafter.It's not overly drying to the point that it causes extreme dryness and dehydration .No need to worry as it will not give you squeaky clean feel. I like to leave on this mask  for about 10-15 minutes and the gentle exfoliation it gave from the tiny mugwort bits is satisfying while rinsing it off.
I love the scent of mugwort and the smell is just refreshing and relaxing .This mask is perfect after coming back from a long polluted oily day out .And also i love using it as Acne SOS treatment .
After using this mask my face feels soothe,clean and decongested .This really helps my skin revatalise and reset back.Honestly this is a great calming and soothing mask to manage excess sebum and for TDLC routine as it is super mild.

I recommend this to breakout prone,oily ,combination skin .Even sensitive skin would love it.

Alna