Bio-Essence Bird's Nest Nutri-Collagen & Whitening Products

Bio-Essence
Bird's Nest

This series of products was recommended to me by a Swanston staff when I told her that I am looking for something that helps to reduce pore size. She told me that products that are moisturizing, but not oily will help - Bio-Essence Bird's Nest products.


Nutri-Collagen & Whitening Advancer

 Price : $19.80

This product is used in place of a toner. I will squeeze some on my left palm and apply bit by bit to my face using my right hand. After applying, my skin doesn't feel tight or dry at all (unlike most toners). My skin feels soft and hydrated though it is only the first step after cleansing.

The packaging is attractive but as it is in a tall bottle, with pump, it is difficult to get the last bit of the content out from the bottle. This product is one of my favourites so far.


Nutri-Collagen & Whitening Essence


Price: $23.80

 














 The white cream-like content is light and not oily at all!! After application, skin feels soft and tender. 


Nutri-Collagen & Whitening Cream


Price: $23.90

 

This moisturizer is a non-greasy creamy gel. To me, this is the best product among this series as it doesn't cause pimples. Unlike most moisturizers which make my skin shine immediately and makes my pores more visible after application, this product moisturizes sufficiently yet not too oily for my combination skin. 


Overall:  I think this series of products is very suitable for me, thanks to the Swanston staff... After using these three products, my pores doesn't look so obvious. My skin is also more supple and moisturized. Although I did not buy this product because of its whitening ability, I think it does help to brighten up my skin slightly after using it for nearly 2 months. These products might be slightly more expensive than other drugstore brands, but it is definitely worth buying.

Biore Pore & T-zone care

Biore
Facial-Fit Expert
Pore & T-zone care
for Oily & combination skin
Deeply Cleanses

Price: $2.80 (Swanston)

 

Pros: Cheap, able to remove whiteheads, fragrant
Cons: To strong, big microbes

I like the fragrant of this scrub. It is effective in removing whiteheads around the mouth (which I always have).

However, I don't really like this product as it leaves my skin tight and squeaky after wash... too drying.

I will not purchase this product again. Perhaps, this product is more suitable for people who likes the "squeaky clean" feeling.

Loreal Pore Minimizing Re-smoother - Gel Cream (50ml)

Loreal Pore Minimizing Re-smoother - Gel Cream (50ml)
Loreal introduces a new generation of skin transforming treatments that microtightens pores appearance and retexturizes skin by reorganizing surface cells.

SUPER SMOOTH SKIN BENEFITS
* Cell by cell, skin strengthens, pores microtighten and surface is retexturized.
* In just 4 weeks, pores appear smaller, skin is super smooth, more even toned.
* This lightweight re-smoother refines uneven dry patches and uncovers a luminous and healthy glow.

Price: ~ $13.50

Pros: Primer, not oily
Cons: Does not reduce pore size, impractical packaging, not moisturizing enough

I bought all the 3 products in this series, hoping to see real improvement in my pores. It had advertisements on tv, brochures and magazines, with statistics showing that this really helps in refining pores. I was thinking, since they are spending so much on advertisements, this product should be effective.

I have been using this product for months but have not seen any visible improvement at all. In my opinion, it only acts as a primer - the effect is temporary.

I am using this as a moisturizer as there is only scrub, toner and gel cream. However I doubt the moisturizer is serving its purpose. Upon applying, I can still feel tightness on my face. Is it really moisturizing? ...I don't think so.

The packaging is simple and handy. However, the pump is not able to reach to the bottom of the bottle. The lid of the bottle was also not made to be opened. Cracking open the lid is the only solution to reach the gel cream at the bottom.

This product is a disappointment. I will not purchase this product again as it didn't make my pores reduce in size permanently. But if you are looking for a primer, you might want to give this product a try.

Hydro Balance Foam (100g)

Hydro Balance Foam (100g)
with Hydro Balance System
Oil free
Nourished with Vitamin E
Price:$4.50

I have read that pores will look smaller when our skin is well hydrated. I wasn't sure if that will really help. But I decided to give it a try. I bought this cleanser as it stated "Hydro Balance" and "for normal to combination skin".

One tube lasts very long. I have been using this cleanser for months and there is stil 1/4 left. When my face is very oily, I will have to wash 2 to 3 times with it.

I feel that it is just like a normal cleanser. Nothing fantaastic.

I haven't seen any improvement in the size of pores. But I will continue to try out other products. Do visit jane's review soon!!! =P

Ginvera Max Benefits (30ml)

Ginvera Max Benefits (30ml)

1. Provide day long moisture

2. Fades away pigmentation & dark spots

3. Reduces fine lines & wrinkles

4. Visibly refines pores

5. Controls & balance oil secretion

6. Skin becomes firmer and elastic

7. Softer, smoother, fairer, youthful & radiant skin

8. Provides double UV protection of SPF 30

Price: $13.50

  

Pros: Reasonable price, convenient to carry, 8 in 1
Cons: Thick creamy texture, clogs pores

I bought this to use as a sunblock for face. It has a thick, creamy texture which I didn't really like. After applying, skin look as though there is an oil film over it. Blotting is a must, after applying this. It also led to outbreaks.

I bought 2 bottles of it, and I have stopped using it for my face after using half a bottle. I didn't see most of the benefits on me, other than protecting my skin from UV rays and pigmentation.

GINVERA Green Tea Whitening & Refining Fluid (100ml)

GINVERA Green Tea Whitening & Refining Fluid (100ml)

Ginvera Green Tea Whitening & Refining Fluid is specially formulated to clear the residue in pores left by cleansers.

It refines and contracts enlarged pores while providing intense hydration to the skin.

With regular use, skin becomes finer and fairer.

Price: $6.00

Pros: Cheap, whitens, light green tea scent
Cons: Leaves skin feeling tight at times.

The toner is nicely packed in a green glass bottle and plastic box. It does make my skin feel tight at times, but I thought I should use few bottles before expecting any visible improvement in my pore size.

I bought 4 bottles, and I'm currently using my 3rd bottle. Sadly, I haven't seen any improvent. As for whitening, I think it does hebit.

I think this is worth trying if you are hoping to find a cheap and basic toner. Do not have high hopes on the pore refining ability of this toner.

Garnier Pure - Pore Tightening Astringent (200ml)

Garnier Pure - Pore Tightening Astringent (200ml)
Price: $4.50

Pro: Cheap
Cons: Too strong

I bought this as it has "pore tightening" in its name.

I have used 1/2 of it, and have decided to stop using it. It stings my nose and skin, leaving my skin feeling tight and dry. My pores also look larger after applying...perhaps due to its drying effect. It also has a very stong alcohol smell that irritates me.

It is definitely not worth buying. I am now using it as liquid that kills bacteria on my desk as it contains alcohol.

Bio-essence Face Lifting Cream - with ATP (40g)

Bio-essence (40g)

Face Lifting Cream (with ATP)

8 anti-aging benefits of Face Lifting Cream

    * Firms sagging skin to increase skin elasticity

    * Burns excess fats

    * Refines pores for radiant, smooth skin

    * Brightens dull complexion for fairer and more refined

      skin

    * Minimises the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

    * Lightens the appearance of aging lines between the nose and lips

    * Lifts facial contours

    * Shape a youthful V face

Price: $45 (Watsons)

It has a very nice packaging. This cream is less thick, less oily and more spreadable as compared to Bio-essence Face Lifting cream Pine Pollen.

It has a very light fragrant. After applying, skin feels oily and slightly sticky. but after about five minutes, when the cream is totally absorbed, skin feels soft and well hydrated. It did make my face sharper as it promised to give a "V" face.

However, I haven't seen any effect in the refining of pores. But I will continue to use it for few more months, hope to see some effect soon =P

I feel that this product is quite affordable for working adults, but slightly on the high side for a student like me.

Bio-essence Bio multi effect BB cream (30g)

Bio-essence Bio multi effect BB cream (30g)

SPF25/PA++

8 in 1

(Concealing, Sun Block, Skin Repair, Moiturizing, whitening, Oil Control, nourishment, reduction of wrinkles and lines)

Creates flawless, natural makeup with charm

Price: $28/-

It has a shiny purple and silver attractive packaging. I bought this BB cream as it claims to have all the benefits that I am looking for.

Some of the benefits which attracted me are:

- REFINES PORES and whitens complexion

  Yes.. After applying,. it did minimize the look of pores. However, I haven't seen much different after I 

  remove it. Perhaps I haven't used it long enough.

- IMPROVE SKIN TEXTURE for smoother, softer, REFINED and fairer skin

  Yes... it gives me a smoother, evenly toned and a perfect skin after applying.

- Provides long lasting hydration to prevent dryness and REGULATES OIL SECRETION.

  It did help to control shine oiliness. I do not have to blot my face at all!!! This is the first product that is able

  to do this.

Other benefits include

- Smooth velvety texture to provide a natural and flawless finishing

-Nourishes skin with the natural nutrients and mineral elements to revitalize skin

- Protects skin from harmful UV rays

I have used half tube of it and have put it aside for about 4 months. Now, it has water in the tube. Everytime when I want to squeeze some BB cream out, ithere will be few drops of water coming out first. Don't know why is that so.

Overall, I feel that this product is worth buying as it has a reasonable coverage, able to act as a makeup base which benefits our skin at the same time. It has a reason price and doesn't cause outbreaks.