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PanOxyl PM Blemish Brightening Patches
#PanOxylCanada #TryPanOxyl2024 #PanOxyl #TheAcneAuthority @panoxyl_ca I have serious acne problems, mostly hormonal and have used my fair share of acne products including pimple patches, so I was super excited when Butterly/Crown Labs (Canada)... +
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I have serious acne problems, mostly hormonal and have used my fair share of acne products including pimple patches, so I was super excited when Butterly/Crown Labs (Canada) sent me these PanOxyl PM Blemish Brightening Patches to try in exchange for my review. These are steps above the standard pimple patches you can get such as Nexcare or Cosrx in some of the little details it has but still shy of the revolutionary pimple patches that contain micro darts in them.
First, these pimple patches are unnoticeable, just like what most pimple patches claim but are not. These patches are thin enough so there is no bump on your face that sticks out like a sore thumb. These patches are matt transparent so even without makeup to cover them up, it is not noticeable. These patches also come between waxy paper and transparent sheet instead of between two transparent plastic sheets, so it does have a proper front and back side so you can stick it to the pimple without worrying it’s on the wrong side (I don’t care if it doesn’t matter which side is inside, I don’t want to worry about figuring out which side is stickier so I won’t have to constantly switch side and worry about it sticking to my finger or other stuff it comes in contact!). It also sticks on real tight and doesn’t stick to other things that it comes in contact with, so you don’t have to worry about waking up and it ends up god knows where. Amongst all the standard pimple patches in the market I’ve tried, PanOxyl PM Blemish Brightening Patches are the best of the genre.
However, there is room for improvement. On the pro side, the patches are thin, on the con side that means they cannot absorb as much puss as the thicker patches. It reached its limit very quickly and became mushy. Also, its price point is reaching close to that of micro dart patches, yet it doesn’t deliver any treatment ingredient that can help with hormonal acne. As I mentioned earlier, often the acne I get is hormonal. If I must spend that much money on these pimple patches, I might as well spend a bit more on Zitstickers and target my specific problem.
- Product received for free from Crown Labs (Canada) in exchange for an honest review.
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Aveeno® Calm + Restore Daily Face Moisturizer Mineral SPF 30
I have always wanted to try the Aveeno oat moisturizer as I have heard many great things about it so I was so excited when Butterly sent me the AVEENO® Calm + Restore Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 to try in exchange for my review. It did not disappoint!... +
I have always wanted to try the Aveeno oat moisturizer as I have heard many great things about it so I was so excited when Butterly sent me the AVEENO® Calm + Restore Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 to try in exchange for my review. It did not disappoint! It is everything that everyone said it is, it is so light on the face like a jelly that feeds water. Although it is a moisturizer with SPF, it is not ashy at all (maybe the tint helped a little) and it is quickly absorbed. I don’t think it has an additive scent but it kind of smells like oatmeal in milk? Since I have combinational skin in a dry climate, this moisturizer sits so well with any part of my face. Emphasize, did not disappoint! -
Nair Wax Ready Strips with White Lily Extract - Face 6/24CT
The Nair Wax Ready Face Hair Remover Strips with White Lily Extract (lengthy name…) seems like such a great idea, with no rubbing to heat it, no ordinary wax material and great for sensitive skin. So I was excited when I was sent a free product... +
The Nair Wax Ready Face Hair Remover Strips with White Lily Extract (lengthy name…) seems like such a great idea, with no rubbing to heat it, no ordinary wax material and great for sensitive skin. So I was excited when I was sent a free product from Butterly for the review of it. However, after testing it out, I beg to differ.
These wax strips differ from the traditional waxing strips as it does not require rubbing to heat them, however, it does require cooling if they cannot completely peel off the strip, and that happened when I first tried to peel, despite it being cold where I live (-20C outside). The time saved warming the traditional wax strip I now must wait for it to cool in the fridge.
After applying and stripping, there are many materials (as I don’t think it’s wax, more like a gel) left over on my hair if it did not come off. I think it is because when pressing with my finger, it heated the material a bit, so I later resorted to using my fingernail instead. The adhesive also loses quickly after a single use, I must press and strip multiple times to different areas to lift off most of the hair. I also had much of the gel material left on my face after use. It did better with long hair than short as I must use multiple strips on short or broken-off hair to clear them. Just so happens that the day before I received these strips I just tweeted my brows so I have limited hair to test with, but with only the mouth and chin area took me four strips to finish tells the effectiveness of this hair remover strip.
After the waxing session, there is almost no redness on my face so I do think it holds it for sensitive skin claim (although I think it's mainly due to its lack of adhesiveness). However, several bumps started appearing at the waxed spots before I had a chance to wipe them with the provided post-waxing wipes.
Overall I think these waxing strips although good for sensitive skin, lack the effectiveness of the traditional waxing strips. These strips are also tiny and only for facial areas yet they are much more expensive than the traditional waxing strips. They are like bandages or similar adhesives that can stick hair out with glue.
- Product received for free from Church & Dwight Canada in exchange for an honest review.
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Hero Mighty Patch Original
As someone who has struggled with acne for a long time, I am always on the lookout for products that may help me manage it. Recently, I received the Hero Mighty Patch Original as an incentive to review the product. Given that I've only received the... +
As someone who has struggled with acne for a long time, I am always on the lookout for products that may help me manage it. Recently, I received the Hero Mighty Patch Original as an incentive to review the product. Given that I've only received the patch quite recently, I cannot provide a comprehensive review, but I can share my initial impressions and experience of using the product.
The Hero Mighty Patch Original is thicker than the Panoxyl PM patch but thinner than the Nexcare acne patch. It is not so thick that it becomes obvious or uncomfortable to wear, but it is also not so thin that it fails to suck up enough pus. Thus the thickness of the patch was a plus for me. I also found that the patch sticks to the skin quite nicely and does not come off easily - even after many hours of wear during sleep.
However, there are some downsides to the product. The first one is that, like the Nexcare patch, the Hero Mighty Patch Original is stored between two transparent sheets, which makes it difficult to determine which side should be placed on the skin and which side will not stick to the finger when applied. This was frustrating for me, as it is easy to accidentally use the wrong side and risk it losing stickiness and contamination to the finger.
The one-size-fits-all design of the patch is also a downside for people with variable needs. Given that everyone's pimple is different, a patch with at least two sizes may have been a better option. Moreover, the Hero Mighty Patch Original is not as seamless as the Panoxyl patch, which is an issue with patches in general. Still, it was a bit more noticeable than the Panoxyl patch, which can be a dealbreaker for some.
While the Hero Mighty Patch Original worked well for my regular pimples, it had no effect on my hormonal acne cysts which is more common for me. I was hoping that there someway in the patch would help the blind pimples to surface, but that was not the case. This is definitely a limiting factor for other customers who struggle with severe acne or cysts.
In terms of performance, I found that the Hero Mighty Patch Original was not significantly different from regular pimple patches that do not have micro-darts. Despite the technology they claim to house, they do not really provide visible or noticeable improvements compared to simple hydrocolloid patches. They all worked the same - just that some can offer a more seamless appearance on the skin.
In conclusion, I found the Hero Mighty Patch Original to be a decent product, but not remarkable or extraordinary. While it is thicker than some patches on the market, it still falls short of providing a fully comprehensive experience for users. While it works well on small pimples, it still fails to help with cystic acne and should therefore be seen by those with milder and less problematic breakouts. For someone looking for a slightly thicker patch that sticks well to the skin, it may be worth trying out. But if you are looking for something revolutionary that will transform your acne treatment routine, the Hero Mighty Patch Original may not be the solution for you.
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Bai Antioxidant Infusion Ipanema Pomegranate
I received the product as an incentive @chickadvisor @thisisbutterly , and was requested to try the pomegranate flavour specifically. I was able to find the individual pack from the local Walmart soda section fine. I have to say, I usually don't... +
I received the product as an incentive @chickadvisor @thisisbutterly , and was requested to try the pomegranate flavour specifically. I was able to find the individual pack from the local Walmart soda section fine. I have to say, I usually don't particularly like pomegranate flavour due to its sour taste and the bitter seed tast, but this particular drink taste is actually quite suddle; a little too suddle in fact to the point of bland. But when you look at the 10 calories per bottle, I guess that can be forgiven. In terms of effectiveness, my tolerance to caffeine is quite high, so it is no surprise that I don't feel particularly zapped after I finished the bottle over the span of two hours, but it has elevated my energy level overall. It also have induced bowl movement within hour of drinking it which is normal for me after taking energy drink and what I consider effective for an energy drink. So other than the taste, I would consider this drink overall a 4/5, though I would have preferred a better tasting and refreshing energy drink even though it might have more calories. -
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