Hola beauties!
After falling in love with The Ordinary's AHA BHA peeling Solution (Check the review HERE), I was eager to try more products from the brand. So, I bought two serums: Niacinamide and buffet.
Spoiler: The Ordinary products never disappoint and I have absolutely fallen in love with it.
Product Description/Claims:
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is indicated to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes and congestion. Minimizes pores, and regulates sebum.
After falling in love with The Ordinary's AHA BHA peeling Solution (Check the review HERE), I was eager to try more products from the brand. So, I bought two serums: Niacinamide and buffet.
Spoiler: The Ordinary products never disappoint and I have absolutely fallen in love with it.
Product Description/Claims:
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is indicated to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes and congestion. Minimizes pores, and regulates sebum.
(Oil free, gluten free, vegan, silicone free, alcohol free)
Note: While using topical Vitamin C, it should be applied at alternate times with this formula (ideally Vitamin C in the PM and this formula in the AM). Otherwise, Niacinamide can affect integrity of the Vitamin C.
Qty: 30 ml
Price: 9.80 USD (bought at about 1000 INR from an Instagram reseller, you can also order directly from the Cult beauty website)
Shelf life: 12 months after opening
Color and Consistency: Transparent, viscous
Packaging: Sturdy glass bottle
Directions: Apply on clean face morning and evening before heavier creams.
Ingredients:
My Experience: My skin does not like heavy creams. For reference, I have combination acne prone skin. I ordered this serum because it is lightweight and I always need something to keep my acne issue under control.
Here is how I use it: Face wash-> toner-> Niacinamide serum (apply drops on face and gently pat and spread)-> Tatcha Water cream/any lightweight moisturiser-> SPF. It is quick absorbing and doesn't give any sticky feeling. Generally, I don't feel the need of another moisturiser after applying the serum, but still I apply just a little. I only use it in the morning.In the night, I generally use either vitamin C capsules from Dr. Reddy or Klairs sleeping mask or just Aloe vera gel.
Everytime I apply this serum, I can see a soft glow from within my skin. It makes my skin smoother, reduces pore size and also keeps my acne issues at bay. Apart from all this, I also noticed that it cleared my tan and made my skin brighter.
Overall, I am very happy with the serum.
Pros:
1. It does what it claims and in fact, more than that.
2. Helps control acne and sebum
3. Helps brighten the skin
4. Makes my skin look supple, dewy and soft to touch.
4. It is quick drying formula and does not feel sticky at all.
5. Perfect for summers but can also be used in the winter.
6. Comes with a dropper so very convenient to use.
7. Fragrance free
Cons:
Really can't think of any. The only cons I can think of is its non-availability in India, so you need to either order from an Instagram reseller or international shopping websites that deliver to India.
Overall Verdict:
If you have not found your HG serum, and are struggling from mild acne issues or uneven skin texture, give this product a go.
Will I buy and recommend it.
Yes to both!:)
Lots of love, Neha
Note: While using topical Vitamin C, it should be applied at alternate times with this formula (ideally Vitamin C in the PM and this formula in the AM). Otherwise, Niacinamide can affect integrity of the Vitamin C.
Price: 9.80 USD (bought at about 1000 INR from an Instagram reseller, you can also order directly from the Cult beauty website)
Shelf life: 12 months after opening
Color and Consistency: Transparent, viscous
Packaging: Sturdy glass bottle
Directions: Apply on clean face morning and evening before heavier creams.
Ingredients:
My Experience: My skin does not like heavy creams. For reference, I have combination acne prone skin. I ordered this serum because it is lightweight and I always need something to keep my acne issue under control.
Here is how I use it: Face wash-> toner-> Niacinamide serum (apply drops on face and gently pat and spread)-> Tatcha Water cream/any lightweight moisturiser-> SPF. It is quick absorbing and doesn't give any sticky feeling. Generally, I don't feel the need of another moisturiser after applying the serum, but still I apply just a little. I only use it in the morning.In the night, I generally use either vitamin C capsules from Dr. Reddy or Klairs sleeping mask or just Aloe vera gel.
Everytime I apply this serum, I can see a soft glow from within my skin. It makes my skin smoother, reduces pore size and also keeps my acne issues at bay. Apart from all this, I also noticed that it cleared my tan and made my skin brighter.
Overall, I am very happy with the serum.
Pros:
1. It does what it claims and in fact, more than that.
2. Helps control acne and sebum
3. Helps brighten the skin
4. Makes my skin look supple, dewy and soft to touch.
4. It is quick drying formula and does not feel sticky at all.
5. Perfect for summers but can also be used in the winter.
6. Comes with a dropper so very convenient to use.
7. Fragrance free
Cons:
Really can't think of any. The only cons I can think of is its non-availability in India, so you need to either order from an Instagram reseller or international shopping websites that deliver to India.
Overall Verdict:
If you have not found your HG serum, and are struggling from mild acne issues or uneven skin texture, give this product a go.
Will I buy and recommend it.
Yes to both!:)
Lots of love, Neha
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