**REBIRTH** is a unique resurfacing serum, made specifically for sensitive skin. I have eczema and rosacea (two chronic skin conditions that do not like exfoliants!) and other than tret, this is the first exfoliant I’ve ever been able to use consistently. The pH is 3.5 -4.0, which is on the “higher” (but still effective!) end for exfoliants. The key to success is, as always, “START LOW AND GO SLOW!” The directions say to use “a few drops” 2-3 nights/week: try 1x/weekly to start. I use a pea-sized amount (1-2 drips from the pipette) on skin that has been cleansed, toned, and allowed to dry down, then tap the product on gently and alow to dry before completing my nightly routine. I only use 1x/weekly, and always 1)skip tret that night and 3)sleep in a hydrating face mask. Proud to say I have never had any irritation and my skin looks more even and glowy than ever! I thought i needed vitamin C (which my skin just diesnt seem to tolerate) to get this glow, so REBIRTH is definitely a top find of 2020 for me. AND its vegan! The magic is in the ingredients, seriosuly:
The first ingredient is BIRCH JUICE, a common ingredient in K-beauty products due to its ability to provide more hydration to the skin than hyaluronic acid. Birch juice (56% of Rebirth’s formulation) is full of “amino acids, enzymes, antioxidants and minerals that help your skin retain moisture and protect the skin barrier function,” per Charlotte Cho (founder of K-beauty site Soko Glam). In addition to birch juice, Rebirth is jam-packed with calming ingredients like CENTELLA ASIATICA, glycerin, oat extract, LICORICE ROOT, squalane, chamomile extract, and hyaluronic acid to **soothe and hydrate the skin**.
The second ingredient in the formulation is 10% NIACINAMIDE. Niacinamide “works with the natural substances in your skin to help visibly minimize enlarged pores, tighten lax pores, improve uneven skin tone, soften fine lines and wrinkles, diminish dullness, and strengthen a weakened surface [...] reduce the impact of environmental damage, and repair signs of past damage,” per Paula Begoun (of Paula’s Choice, Beautypedia).
The majority of Rebirth’s ingredients are hydrating, calming, and reparative. So what makes this a “resurfacing” serum? A vegan formulation of 5% LACTIC ACID, an alpha hydroxy acid. Lactic acid is gentler than glycolic acid (found in many pooular serums and toners) because the molecules are larger, but it functions in a similar way: by gently lifting away dead surface skin cells to reveal the newer, healthy skin beneath. Lactic acid encourages skin to build more collagen , which lessens the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Its also —perhaps surprisingly—quite good at providing moisture to the skin. Be sure to wear spf (always ;), but especially) while youre using Rebirth; lactic acid can make your skin extra sensitive.
If you want something effective but gentle in your fight against hyperpigmentation or fine lines, try **REBIRTH**, try it slowly, and I hope you enjoy it as much as i do!
EXPENSIVE: Rebirth serum is $58, which is cost-prohibitive for a lot of people. While I do believe the serum is worth rhe price—the formulation is excellent, the ingredients are vegan, the packaging is recyclable, and (most importantly) the product performs well for my skin despite chronic skin conditions.
IN-DEMAND/OUT-OF-STOCK: Rebirth is made by a small company in small batches, which are released as “drops”. If you don’t/can’t place your order during a drop, you wont be able to purchase until the next one...which may be months away. Shipping is also limited to (IIRC) USA/Canada .
