Hi all!
Today I'll be reviewing the new Sarah Chapman skincare product: the Liquid Facial Resurfacer.
What is it?
Described by Chapman as a 'daily use complexion correcting liquid refiner', this product works a liquid, exfoliating toner, promoting a brighter, more radiant appearance, whilst plumping the skin, and creating the illusion of reduced pore size.
(NB: No product can actually 'close' or 'tighten' pores, because they don't open in the first place. There is no musculature around a pore to control its size. A pore can appear larger when clogged with sebum. The careful removal of oxidised sebum (blackheads) can reduce the appearance of a pore, but the pore never actually gets smaller. Nothing can constrict or close a pore; nor can steam open a pore.)
What's in it?
The full I.N.C.I. list can be found on both the Sarah Chapman website and SpaceNK:
WATER (AQUA), PHYTIC ACID, AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL, LACTIC ACID, SD ALCOHOL 40-B, PROPANEDIOL, SORBITOL, COPPER PCA, VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT, SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM (SUGAR CANE) EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED JOJOBA ESTERS, ALGAE EXTRACT, CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) FRUIT EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ALLANTOIN, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, ACER SACCHARUM (SUGAR MAPLE) EXTRACT, LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT, ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA FLOWER EXTRACT, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PEG-8/SMDI COPOLYMER, POLYSORBATE 20, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, XANTHAN GUM, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, DECYLENE GLYCOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, MENTHOXYPROPANEDIOL, MENTHOL, FRAGRANCE, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.
The resurfacer contains a substantial amount of phytic acid, lending great antioxidants to the product, which should remain stable due to the opaque packaging of the product. Phytic acid, as a plant active, also lends an ability to exfoliate, by loosening cell cohesion and facilitating the shedding of corneocytes (the cells which form the upper-most layer of the skin: the stratum corneum). Lactic acid (an Alpha Hydroxy Acid) resurfaces the skin, with the resurfacer leveled at the correct pH for the acid to functon. Sodium hyaluronate (the salt of hyaluronic acid) hydrates and plumps the surface of the skin, further improving its texture. Vitamin E and C act as antioxidants within the formula, preventing premature aging.The addition of fruit extracts and menthol may be pose problems for extremely sensitive skin.
Usage
Chapman suggests using the product either AM or PM with a pad of cotton wool, always following with a broad spectrum SPF product (UVA and UVB).
After several weeks of use, I really do like this product. As an exfoliating toner, it does a great job of promoting a brighter, clear complexion, by gentling resurfacing the skin through acids. Those who haven't used leave-on acids before may notice a slight tingle with the first couple of uses, but nothing at all severe. If you notice prolonged redness after use (when using an SPF product), discontinue use.
The product has a slightly sticky, tacky texture when first applied, which is significantly less noticeable once it has dried. This may put some people off who prefer the feel of a slighter, water-like toner. Once dry, the resurfacer leaves the skin feeling primed and ready for the application of serum and moisturiser.
A really nice product for those who are fond of light, regular exfoliation and the use of acid toners.
Sarah Chapman Liquid Facial Resurfacer: £36 for 100ml at SarahChapman.net
ALEX
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What's in it?
The full I.N.C.I. list can be found on both the Sarah Chapman website and SpaceNK:
WATER (AQUA), PHYTIC ACID, AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL, LACTIC ACID, SD ALCOHOL 40-B, PROPANEDIOL, SORBITOL, COPPER PCA, VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT, SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM (SUGAR CANE) EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED JOJOBA ESTERS, ALGAE EXTRACT, CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) FRUIT EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ALLANTOIN, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, ACER SACCHARUM (SUGAR MAPLE) EXTRACT, LENS ESCULENTA (LENTIL) SEED EXTRACT, ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA FLOWER EXTRACT, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PEG-8/SMDI COPOLYMER, POLYSORBATE 20, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, XANTHAN GUM, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, DECYLENE GLYCOL, PHENOXYETHANOL, MENTHOXYPROPANEDIOL, MENTHOL, FRAGRANCE, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL.
The resurfacer contains a substantial amount of phytic acid, lending great antioxidants to the product, which should remain stable due to the opaque packaging of the product. Phytic acid, as a plant active, also lends an ability to exfoliate, by loosening cell cohesion and facilitating the shedding of corneocytes (the cells which form the upper-most layer of the skin: the stratum corneum). Lactic acid (an Alpha Hydroxy Acid) resurfaces the skin, with the resurfacer leveled at the correct pH for the acid to functon. Sodium hyaluronate (the salt of hyaluronic acid) hydrates and plumps the surface of the skin, further improving its texture. Vitamin E and C act as antioxidants within the formula, preventing premature aging.The addition of fruit extracts and menthol may be pose problems for extremely sensitive skin.
Usage
Chapman suggests using the product either AM or PM with a pad of cotton wool, always following with a broad spectrum SPF product (UVA and UVB).
After several weeks of use, I really do like this product. As an exfoliating toner, it does a great job of promoting a brighter, clear complexion, by gentling resurfacing the skin through acids. Those who haven't used leave-on acids before may notice a slight tingle with the first couple of uses, but nothing at all severe. If you notice prolonged redness after use (when using an SPF product), discontinue use.
The product has a slightly sticky, tacky texture when first applied, which is significantly less noticeable once it has dried. This may put some people off who prefer the feel of a slighter, water-like toner. Once dry, the resurfacer leaves the skin feeling primed and ready for the application of serum and moisturiser.
A really nice product for those who are fond of light, regular exfoliation and the use of acid toners.
Sarah Chapman Liquid Facial Resurfacer: £36 for 100ml at SarahChapman.net
ALEX
X
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