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Kamis, 07 Agustus 2014

Ingredients that Whiten the Skin

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any women, especially in the country where I live, yearn to have a lighter complexion. We are constantly being bombarded by advertisements of these products to convince us that having a fairer skin is desirable. Thus, many whitening products exist in the market to address this demand. 

Several creams, lotions, soaps, BB creams, and other skin care products contain whitening agents that may or may not work. In this post, I will be giving you an overview about the different substances (arranged alphabetically) found in our products that are known to whiten the skin. I will keep adding to this list in the future so stay tuned!

Arbutin

Arbutin is a naturally occurring substance found in the leaves of bearberry, cranberry, mulberry, and blueberry shrubs. When absorbed into the skin, it converts into hydroquinone. It inhibits melanin production and is most potent in its pure form. It is believed to be a safe alternative to hydroquinone though allergic reactions may arise in some users.

Glutathione

Glutathione is a substance that can be found in the body and is produced by the liver. It is involved in several physiological processes such as tissue repair and detoxification. When applied topically, glutathione can slow down melanin production,  resulting to lighter skin.

Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone whitens the skin by inhibiting the production of melanin (a pigment that gives color to the skin). Despite it's efficacy, the ingredient is banned in some countries due to it's controversial harmful effects. OTC products contain this substance up to 2% concentration, whereas prescription products contain 4% or more. When exposed to light, it turns into a brown color and loses it's efficacy.

Kojic Acid

Kojic Acid is a naturally occurring substance that may also used as a food additive. It whitens the skin by inhibiting the production of tyrosinase, a substance involved in melanin production. It is similar in efficacy with hydroquinone, and is found to cause no skin irritation at 1% concentration. However, when used long term, it may lead to contact dermatitis and erythema. Kojic Acid is unstable and will lose it's efficacy when exposed to sunlight or air.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that can be found in many foods such as milk, eggs, cereal grains, and meat. It is found in many beauty products and is commonly used to moisturize dry skin. It is also found to be effective in reducing skin pigmentation without harmful effects.

Vitamin C and Vitamin E

The hydrophilic Vitamin C and the fat-soluble Vitamin E are two of the substances that are commonly found in skin care products that claim to improve skin tone. A study showed that the two types of vitamins, when used together, are found to be more effective in whitening rather than when used alone.


So there you are, the ingredients that are responsible for whitening the skin. But of course, products containing one or more from the above list does not automatically mean they are effective. It still has to depend on the concentration of the whitening ingredient and the handling of the product, so make sure you do your research before you take the bait.


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Senin, 11 November 2013

6 Ways to Save the Environment with Cosmetics

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According to Eurostaf statistics on 2007, the annual turnover rate generated by the cosmetic industries worldwide reaches to USD 170 Billion. With that amount in mind, we can hardly imagine how much raw ingredients and packaging materials it takes to manufacture cosmetic products every year. The accumulated wastes acquired from the disposable plastic bottles as well as the skincare chemicals being washed away from our sinks can leave undesirable impact on our environment.

As consumers, we can help reduce our carbon footprint and environmental wastes by making the right choices. Below are a few ways that we can do to lessen the damage on our oceans and wildlife as well as reduce landfill mass. Though following each and every green tip we find is sometimes impossible, it's better to follow some doable pointers than none at all. One little effort by every one of us is a big deal to our environment.

1. For skin exfoliants, avoid microbeads made with plastic. To find out if your exfoliant contains plastic microbeads, check if the ingredients list contains polyethylene.

2. Though bar soaps are less preferred by many consumers, they give off less wastes on the environment. They don't come in plastic tubes, which take far more energy to be produced than simple bar soap wrappers or cartons. In addition, we tend to use more liquid soaps than bar soaps, leading to more wastage. If bar soaps don't irritate your skin, then always stick to bar soaps.

3. For liquid soaps and shampoos, reuse your plastic dispensers if possible. I've encountered a Japanese store called Muji selling personal care product in reusable dispensers. The said store also sells product refills. If you cannot find such product brands in your area, then patronage those products with containers coming from recycled materials (which would be indicated on the label).

4. Opt for eco-friendly products such as those made with natural and organic ingredients. However, there is no standard rule for the label "natural" and "organic," and manufacturers tend to abuse these terms despite including only a few of these ingredients. For certainty, it is wise to look for a third party seal indicated on the label of the product. Keep in mind though that organic or natural products does not necessarily mean they are better for the skin, many ingredients may still irritate the skin. So always do your research.

5. If you decide to use synthetic products instead, always check the ingredients list for harmful chemicals. Educate yourself for the common ingredients found on cosmetic products. To identify which ingredients are eco-hazards, a good place to start is here.

6. Aerosol deodorants, hairspray, nail polish, and nail polish removers are flammable items. Aside from those, many other personal care products contain non biodegradable chemicals that are harmful to the environment. If you decided to throw these items, call your local waste management services for proper disposal. You may search via online search engine for their contact details by typing "waste management services" plus your city.

Do you know any other ways to help save the environment with regards to cosmetics use? Share your green tips below.
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Rabu, 06 November 2013

Facial Soaps and Cleansers 101



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The Basic Function of Soaps and Cleansers

Facial soaps and cleansers are the most basic personal care product we use for our face. They are essential for removing dirt and excess oil from our skin. In order to cleanse the skin, soaps and cleansers must include surfactants. 

Surfactants are ingredients that have special properties of being attracted to both water and oil. This enables the surfactants to bind with the oil and dirt found in the skin while lathering. The act of rinsing allows the water-loving end of the surfactant particles to bind to the water, bringing the oil and dirt along and down to the drain. Examples of surfactants that can be found on facial soaps and cleansers are: sodium laureth sulfate, sodium cocyl isethionate, and cocamidopropyl betaine.

However, there are downsides with the cleansing abilities of surfactants: they can be drying and irritating. In order to balance the effect, moisturizing ingredients are added into the soaps and cleansers for better outcomes. Glycerin, propylene glycol, and mineral oil are some of the ingredients that you may find for a more comfortable feel on the skin.

Ingredients for Acne

For acne concerns, two common ingredients may also be added on the products: salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. Salicylic acid has the ability to cut through grease, thus loosening the clogged pores and effectively cleaning the skin. Benzoyl peroxide deals with bacteria that causes acne. However, these two substances have side effects to some people especially those with sensitive skin. They may cause peeling, redness, and dryness. Salicylic acid can also make the skin more sensitive to the sun (In this case, applying sunscreen after using products with salicylic acid is a must).

Bar Soap or Liquid Soap: Which is Better?

Now you may ask, which is better, bar soap or liquid soap? For many, they prefer the liquid form for washing the face. Although liquid facial wash costs more, it is milder to the skin. Bar soaps have a bad reputation for having a high pH level. In addition, used bar soaps may contain bacteria residue, but they do get washed away after rinsing anyway. If you are sharing your facial soap with other people, you will find the liquid form to be more hygienic. However, more and more bar soaps are becoming better. Many of these manufacturers are concentrating on formulating bar soaps that are gentle and lower in pH level. Nowadays, it is the matter of which type of vehicle you prefer, liquid or solid.

Preservatives in Soaps

A soap or cleanser without preservatives is hard to find in the market. Microorganisms love to thrive in water, thus, a soap or cleanser without preservative will be a paradise to them. Preservatives come in many forms, some of these are: parabens, DMDM hydantoin, methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone. Parabens are highly controversial preservatives, which are found to mimic our hormone regulation. Despite that, only a small amount of the substance are used in cosmetics, which is far below the level needed to cause danger on the body. DMDM Hydantoin is another preservative with unwanted effect. It is known as a formaldehyde-donor, a substance necessary to prevent spoilage, but is irritating on the skin. Methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone have recently raised some issues about its skin sensitization potential. In my opinion, I trust that manufacturers would be responsible enough to use these preservatives within the safe levels dictated by cosmetics standards.

Which type of Soap is for Me?

After learning all these ingredients of soaps and cleansers, ultimately, we also need to know which works best for our skin type. For the normal skin type, an ordinary soap or cleanser would suffice. For dry skin type, go for formulations with added moisturizers, and wash less frequently. For the oily skin type, go for foaming facial soap or cleanser to remove extra grime, and don't wash more than twice a day unless after sweating. For the sensitive type, go for liquid soaps that are clear in color and fragrance-free, or bar soaps that are similarly fragrance-free and low in preservatives. For acne-prone skin, as mentioned above, look for ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, but use only as needed because of their drying and irritating effect, and don't forget to put on a sunscreen.

Can Soaps and Cleansers Remove Makeup?

For women who love makeup, a good news for your wallets: soaps and cleansers are enough to remove them. Of course, you need to first check if your soap or cleanser is good enough. After washing with your chosen soap, get a cotton pad with toner, then see if the cotton gets some stains. If the cotton pad looks clean, then your soap is sufficient.


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Rabu, 05 Juni 2013

What Are Parabens: The Highly Controversial Substance

Parabens are compounds commonly used as preservatives in skin care products. They are important because they prevent bacteria and fungi from contaminating the products. Since the report of EWG about it's possible carcinogenicity, parabens have become widely controversial. Despite this, the scientific community concluded that it is generally safe to use.

Why do the scientists, in the midst of this hype, approve the use of parabens in cosmetics? 

For one, parabens have weak potency and are only used in little concentrations in products. Some studies have found that parabens can mimic estrogen (a sex endocrine hormone), disrupt our body and promote cancer growth. Yet, endocrine disruption has only been found by injecting an extremely high amount of parabens in cell cultures and female mice - an amount far greater than what is actually used in our skin care products (.02-.03%). In addition, scientists found that parabens' potency are 100,000 times weaker than the estrogen produced naturally by the body, thereby suggesting the safety of parabens.

Second, there is no direct link found between parabens and cancer. Studies that suggest parabens to be dangerous came about from analysis of breast tissues with tumors where parabens were found to be present. However, the presence of these compounds is not conclusive. More so, parabens aren't only found in breast tissues but also in other healthy parts of the body. 

Without the use of some form of preservative, microorganisms will grow in our skin care products and can become harmful to use. Yet because of the high demand for paraben-free products, many manufacturers have found some alternatives to parabens. 

Resorting to paraben-free products can sometimes become even more costly (some manufacturers take advantage of this frenzy to promote their expensive paraben-free products). Switching to alternative preservatives does not guarantee safety as well. Take for example, during my product search in a store, I have found a paraben-free moisturizer, yet I've also found that it contains a preservative called DMDM Hydantoin - a substance that may produce formaldehyde (another carcinogen) as a by-product.

What should we do then?

Upon learning the possible dangers of parabens for the first time, like most people, I got paranoid of buying paraben-containing products. Thinking about slathering my skin with paraben-containing sunscreens and applying layers and layers of skin care products made me worry that the parabens in them might accumulate over time and produce the unwanted effect on my health (this was only my baseless assumption, parabens do get flushed out by our body - though to what extent is unknown to me - as seen in urine samples). However, was my fear based on fact? Why was I afraid of parabens? In fact, they are naturally occurring substances found in many foods, including blueberries. To make a substance toxic is a matter of concentration levels.

(Read: Understanding Sunscreen Labels)

After digging further, I learned that parabens aren't as dangerous as they were known to be. Yet, admittedly, the uneasiness is still there, instilled so well into my mind by the media. But personally, I am not into an all-out-anti-paraben campaign. Parabens have already been used in decades and using a newer form of preservative might be risky. Avoiding parabens altogether is impossible. I still find them in my current shampoo and facial cleanser. But as much as I can, I look for moisturizers, sunscreens, body lotions - products that stay on my skin for a long time - that do not contain parabens.

So, to avoid or not to avoid, it is a matter of your preference. If you don't feel safe with parabens, then it is your choice not to use them. For the meantime, keep an open eye on all the rest of the substances in your skin care products. People tend to avoid one or two unwanted ingredients, while neglecting the rest of the ingredient list. Going for the certain-substance-free products does not guarantee that their formula is any safer. Read the labels carefully. Stay updated on further skin care studies. Don't jump to conclusions if a source says something is dangerous without checking the source's credibility. 

For more information, here are some of the interesting materials I've found about parabens (with differing viewpoints):
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Senin, 29 April 2013

What are Silicones?

Silicones are ingredients commonly found in our personal care products. They are derived from silica, or silicon dioxide, a naturally occurring substance. They are added to skin care products to provide a slippery, non-greasy, and non-sticky base. Aside from skin care products, silicones may also be added on topical drugs to make them more aesthetically appealing to the patients.

Before silicones became common, many of the topical products available are formulated with petrolatum or mineral oil. While petrolatum provides a protective layer on the skin, it does not appeal to many users due to it's thickness and greasy feel. Nowadays, we can find a lot of  topical products containing silicones in several different forms. Just like petrolatum, silicones also provide a protective layer on the skin. It seals in the moisture beneath the skin, and makes the product easier to spread across the skin.

They can also act as temporary fillers on the skin, making the skin appear smoother. That is why many foundations, primers, concealers, eye shadows, BB creams, and so on, contain silicones. Without silicones, the pigments will collect in the skin's creases and lines, making wrinkles even the more noticeable.

Silicones are synthesized in many different forms, with differing volatility and thickness. Whichever type of silicones is used depends on the product's purpose. Common examples of silicones are dimethicone, cyclopentasiloxane, methicone, and cyclohentasiloxane. If you wish to know if your product contains silicones, look for ingredients ending in "-cone," "-siloxane," and "-conol."

Silicones are inert substances. They act as carriers for active ingredients. When applied topically, silicone forms a film that sits on top of the skin. Silicones are said to be occlusive, meaning they can trap everything underneath the skin, thereby suffocating the skin like a plastic wrap does. Imagine the sweat, dirt residue, and bacteria all being undesirably trapped inside. When this happens, skin becomes irritated, and acne breakouts occur.

It's because of it's occlusive nature that makes an increasing number of consumers shy away from silicone-containing products (Note that other sources, however, claim this to be untrue). While silicones are declared safe by the FDA and CIR Expert Panel, it can be an irritating substance to some people.

But if silicones form a film on top of the skin, how can the active ingredients or all the good stuff from the formulation get through the barrier? According to Dow Corning's paper:
Thus, depending on the active, the skin penetration could be increased, decreased or unchanged. The film forming properties of silicone and the solubility in the skin was thought to play a part in the drug release mechanism.

In other words, silicones can be a great vehicle to promote better absorption of actives, but it would have to depend on the type of formulation for this to occur. This is useful for topical drug application. Some formulations containing silicones, on the other hand, discourage absorption, allowing the actives to merely stay on top of the skin and remain there for a long time, even when subjected to rubbing. This rub-proof characteristic makes silicones an essential ingredient for cosmetics and sunscreens to last long.

So, do you really have to stay away from silicones or not? Health-wise, silicones do not pose any significant risks on our body. So if you don't have a sensitive skin, go ahead and use your favorite silicone-containing products. But beware, silicones are non-biogradable and their wastes will accumulate in the environment. If this concerns you, you wouldn't want silicones to be in your products. 

My opinion is, I wouldn't completely stay away from silicones. They are important ingredients that make our skin care products more appealing to the skin. They also make it possible for the UV filters in sunscreens to last long, which is important to have better protection. I wouldn't mind it if I find silicones to be present in my sunscreen and BB cream. I will, however, avoid SILICONE-based products, meaning, the first ingredient listed is a silicone instead of the usual water solvent (which is my most preferred solvent due to my oily skin). I've used a serum which happened to be silicone-based, and my skin got irritated after frequent application.

On a side note, here are my personal tips when using skin care products with silicones:

  • Since silicones may be occlusive, make sure that your face is thoroughly cleansed before applying a silicone-containing product.
  • Wash your face every after sweating.
  • Some sources suggest applying the silicone-containing product last, in order to prevent other actives from being blocked.
  • Use an effective cleanser/makeup remover to remove your silicone-based  or silicone-containing cosmetics and sunscreens at night.

Meanwhile, if you wish to know more about silicones, here are some interesting materials:



Are you using products containing silicones? What do you think of silicones?

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Jumat, 01 Maret 2013

List of Comedogenic Ingredients


I've previously written about ingredients that won't clog pores. Within that post, I have placed a link to a very helpful website about the topic. Now, I myself have been studying rigorously about comedogenicity (which is the ability of an ingredient to clog pores, resulting to comedones or acne), because admittedly, I have never fully overcome my acne condition. Some days I get nearly perfect skin, but many times, zits would reappear from one spot to another. It's really frustrating to achieve a flawless skin especially that I have a very oily skin.

After poring my nose over the different resources available online, I came upon a study by James E. Fulton etal., which has probably become the main reference of manufacturing skincare products. This study tested several ingredients commonly found in skincare products on a rabbit's ear to see if they can result to the formation of comedones. This is based on the premise that the presence of a comedogenic ingredient makes a product comedogenic overall. 

For the ingredients that were used in the study, a rating of 0-5 was used to indicate the level of comedogenicity, where 0 means noncomedogenic, and 5 as highly comedogenic. You will also see another scale pointing to level of irritancy of the ingredients, where 0 means non-irritating, and 5 as highly irritating. Note that a rabbit's inner ear is thinner and more sensitive than human skin, thus, some mildly rated ingredients might not be comedogenic to human skin at all.

List of highly comedogenic ingredients (4-5/5):
Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol
Cetearyl alcohol + ceteareth 20
Cetyl Acetate
Cocoa butter
Coconut butter
Ethylhexyl pelargonate
Glyceryl-30-diisostearate
Isocetyl Alcohol
Isopropyl isotearate
Isopropyl linolate
Isopropyl myristate
Isopropyl palmitate
Isopropyl isostearate
Laureth-4
Lauric Acid
Myristyl lactate
Myristyl myristate
Oleth-3
Oleyl alcohol
PEG 16 Lanolin (Solusan 16)
Polyglyceryl-3-diisostearate
PPG 5 Ceteth 10 phosphate
Steareth-10
Stearyl heptanoate
Xylene

List of moderately comedogenic ingredients (3/5):
Avocado oil (2)**
Butyl stearate
Corn oil
Cotton seed oil
D&C red #3
D&C red #17
D&C red #30
D&C red #36
Decyl oleate
Dioctyl malate
Dioctyl succinate
Evening primrose oil
Glyceryl stearate SE
Hydrogenated vegetable oil
Isodecyl oleate*
Isotearyl neopentanoate
Laureth-23
Mink oil (2)**
Myristic acid
Oleth-5
PEG 8 stearate
PEG 200 dilaurate
PG monostearate (0-3)
PPG 2 myristyl propionate
PPG 10 cetyl ether
Sesame oil (1)**
Shark liver oil
Sorbitan oleate
Soybean oil
Stearic acid*
Stearic acid: TEA
Sulfated jojoba oil
Tocopherol*
Wheat germ glyceride
Vitamin A palmitate*
Water-soluble sulfur
(Note: * depends on source of raw material; **number in parethesis indicates results for "refined" oil)

List of irritating ingredients (3-5/5):
Caprylic acid
Ceteareth-20
Ethylhexyl pelargonate
Isocetyl alcohol
Isopropyl myristate
Isostearyl neopentanoate
Laureth-4
Myristyl alcohol
PEG 16 lanolin (Solusan 16)
PG  laurate
Steareth-10
Tocopherol*
Tridectyl neopentanoate
Vitamin A palmitate
Xylene
(Note: * depends on source of raw material)

Now after reviewing the list, I've realized I have been using many skincare products containing many highly comedogenic ingredients. I had made sure all my products contain the "noncomedogenic" label, but as I've found out, having such label doesn't mean they are completely free of these ingredients. It is important to note though that it might be premature to conclude that having comedogenic ingredients result to comedogenic products. It is probable that certain combinations of compounds reduce the likelihood of clogging pores. Certain major offenders though, such as isopropyl myristate, acetylated lanolin alcohol, lauric acid derivatives such as laureth-4, should be used with caution. The researchers did not believe that using a lower concentration of the aforementioned offenders would make the overall product less likely to clog pores. For the overall comedogenicity of skincare products, it was suggested by the researchers that more tests should be done in the future.

Perhaps companies have already been conducting their own tests, only that they don't publish the results for the public eye. Watching out for each and every ingredient is indeed a tedious task. So I've decided, as long as the product didn't break me out, I would continue to use it, despite the inclusion of comedogenic ingredients. On the other hand, if you do know other publications regarding comedogenicity, feel free to share it here.

If you're interested to read the entire research, here's the link:
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Minggu, 17 Februari 2013

Online Resources on Cosmetic Ingredients


Source: Philippe Sainte-Marie | Fotopedia.com
Different governments have their own way of regulating cosmetic products within their jurisdiction. By following these strict guidelines, manufacturers can formulate their products with consumer safety as the main priority. Despite these, a non profit organization, by the name of Environmental Working Group, continually alerts the public for unsafe products in the market. According to this group, many hazardous chemicals are being used by manufacturers of these products. The group even warned the public against buying specific products on their website. Though many ingredients' safety are still debatable, many manufacturers continue to use these ingredients. 
Since the product has landed onto your boutique's shelf, the product must be safe, right? Well, that's a hard question to answer. While I don't think manufacturers would intend to create cosmetics harmful for their consumers' health, but unfortunately, cosmetic products don't pass through screening by independent agencies. It's hard to determine whether the product is indeed free of any dangers.

Safety issues aside, we can't be so sure if labels of the products are true to what they claim. Labels such as noncomedogenic, non-hypoallergenic, natural, or dermatologist-tested are dubious because there is no definite standards for manufacturers to describe their products as such. How natural is the product? Does it mean that one natural ingredient, even with the tiniest percentage, would rightfully describe a product as natural? Or how about noncomedogenic? Does it mean that the product is absolutely free of comedogenic ingredients? The questions can go on.

I think the best way to answer these questions is to gain proper knowledge. There are many online resources that help educate the public about these issues. My top pick is the website of Cosmeticsinfo.org. It contains a huge database on personal care products ingredients, their description, their functions, and their safety issues. Links to resources such as FDA and CIR are provided within each of the ingredient's profile for more information. I am learning a lot of things by looking up at their database.

For a quick analysis of a product's ingredients, I refer to Cosdna.com. It has a search box where you can choose to type the product name, ingredient name, or the whole ingredient list for your query. I usually would look up to my favorite product's ingredient's list I've searched online, copy the list, and paste it in the query box. Results will display a table of these ingredients, along with the function of these ingredients (e.g. surfactants, solvents, or emollients), the comedogenicity rating, the irritancy rating, and the safety rating. 

Here I have listed down online resources I've mentioned, plus some additional useful sites:
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Selasa, 12 Februari 2013

BB Creams for Oily Skin

When you choose a skincare product, you have to look for products that suit your skin type. Say, if you have oily skin, you should choose products that are water-based and noncomedogenic. If you have dry skin. products that are oil-based and heavily moisturizing for your daily regimen are preferable. If you have sensitive type skin, choosing the right products require a closer look at the ingredients. Aside from avoiding the specific ingredient that causes allergy, choosing products that are colorless and odorless tend to lessen the likelihood of irritation.

Same with BB cream. Since BB creams are cosmetics with skincare benefits, you have to look for those functions that will help improve your skin condition. There are many functions of BB creams such as anti-aging, whitening, hydrating, and acne-fighting. It's up to your skin which of these BB creams you should choose.
As for me, since my skin type is oily, I need a BB cream that gives a matte finish. The formulation should be noncomedogenic as well, meaning the ingredients shouldn't clog my pores. I also want a BB cream with SPF because I will be using it during the day, so a product with sun protection is a must!

Lately during my BB cream hunting, I got drawn to the Korean BB Creams because of the cute packaging (not to mention the gorgeous endorsers of these brands) and the comparably affordable prices. However, to my dismay, most of the Korean BB Creams labels were written in Korean. Even the official websites of the stores that offer these BB creams don't include enough information about these BB creams. Having a very oily and acne-prone skin, I know that I can't just choose a product according to how it looks and smells.

I tried asking the salesladies which of the BB creams are good for oily skin. They showed me the ones that give off a matte finish. I tried out some swatches of these creams to find out which matches my skin tone. But of course, knowing which BB creams can mattify my skin doesn't mean that these products are noncomedogenic.

That prompted me to dig deeper on my research. I finally found the ingredients list (in English) of my wishlist items. And if you're also like me who is looking out for a new BB cream, the following is a list of popular products in the market, along with a description and links to their product reviews by other bloggers (since I haven't tried those products myself yet). I hope you'll find this information useful and if you do have your own review about a particular BB cream, please do inform me so I can also include your link within my list.

Note: Prices of the listed products will be mainly based in the Philippines (in Php currency), unless otherwise specified. Ingredients listed in RED are comedogenic (with a rating of 3 and above out of 5 scale) based on cosdna.com database. Ingredients marked with an asterisk (*) refer to ingredients that pose safety risks according to CIR, RTECS, and FDA. For more detailed information on comedogenicity, irritancy, and safety ratings, visit the cosdna database, or check the list of comedogenic ingredients here.


Lioele Triple Solution BB Cream

Price and Availability:
Php1,150.00 (Lioele Philippines) / 50ml; also available on Amazon
Description:
Triple Action: UV Protection, Wrinkle Diminishing, Whitening
Sun Protection: 
SPF 30 PA++
Ingredients:
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate / Dicaprate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Arbutin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Zinc Oxide, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Magnesium Sulfate, Talc, Yogurt Powder, Glycyrrhiza Glabra, Fragaria Vesca, Cananga Odorata Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Adenosine, Disteardimonium Hectorate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Ozokerite, Beeswax, Propylene Carbonate, Zinc Stearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Hexyl Laurate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone / Methicone Polymer, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Fragrance, CI 77491, CI 77499
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Tony Moly Luminous Goddess Aura BB Cream


Price and Availability:
Php 748.00 (Tony Moly Philippines) / 45g; also available on Amazon
Description:
Provides moisture and radiance to your skin. 
Moisturizes and covers blemishes.
Sun Protection: 
SPF 37 PA++
Ingredients:
Water, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentosiloxane, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate / Dicaprate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-101/1 Dimethicone, Arbutin, Hexyldecyl Myristoyl Methylaminopropionate, Hexyl Laurate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Rosa Gallica Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Flower Extract, Porlulaca Oleracea Extract, Achillea Millelolium Extract, Pearl Powder, Magnesium Sulfate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Silica, Disteardimonium-Hectorite, Isoamyl p-Methoxycinnarnate, Tribehenin, Aluminum Hydroxide, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Behenate, Calcium Stearate, Polygylceryl-6 Octastearate, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Coral, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Caffeine, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin, Propylparaben, Fragrance (Parfum), Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77490)
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TheFaceShop Face It Power Perfection BB Cream


Price and Availability:
Php 1,145.00 (The Face Shop) / 40g; also available on Amazon
Description:
A 3-in-1’ BB cream (anti-wrinkle, whitening, sun protection) with perfect coverage.
Actively addresses all skin problems such as loss of firmness, dry skin, uneven skin texture and dull complexion.
Better makeup results (flawless coverage + good adherence + long lasting): Provides perfect coverage without being thick on the skin. Contains coated powder similar to skin cells which offers great adherence. It leaves skin feeling comfortable, providing delicate and long-lasting makeup results.
Marvelous airy-touch texture: A light-as-air texture that smoothly melts into the skin upon application making skin comfortable and able to breathe.
Sun Protection:
SPF 37 PA++
Ingredients:
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Phenyl Trimethcone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Isododecane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sodium Chloride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Iron Oxides, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ozokerite, Hyexyl Laurate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Beeswax, Stearic Acid, Fragrance, Propylene Carbonate, Disodium EDTA, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis, Raspberry, Adenosine, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Xantham Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Alumina, Retinol, Linoleic Acid, Ceramide 3, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Beta-Glucan, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Dimethicone, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben, Hydrogenated Polyolefin, Caprylic Glycerides, Trethoxycaprylylsane, Schinus Terebinthifolus Beed Extract
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The Face Shop Face It Magic Cover BB Cream



Price and Availability:
Php 1,100+ (The Face Shop) / 45ml; also available on Amazon
Description:
A BB Cream that perfectly covers skins imperfections giving your skin a natural beautiful look
Complete Coverage: Perfect Cover fix Powder gives fine coverage and covers skin pigments, fine lines and freckles like magic.
Skin Treatment Effects: An anti-aging function product that cares for skin when wearing makeup. Natural ingredients keeps skin youthful and healthy
Soft dewy texture
Sun Protection: SPF 20 PA++
Ingredients:
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclomethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, cyclopentasioloxane, phenyl trimethicone, mannan, butylene glycol dicaprylate / dicaprate, cetyl PEG / PPG-10/1 dimethicone, dimethicone, dimethicone crosspolymer, sodium chloride, dimethicone / vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, octyldodecyl neopentanoate, disteardimonium hectorite, methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, cetyl dimethicone glyceryl dibehenate, tribehenin, gylceryl behenate, oenothera biennis (evening primrose) oil, cholesteryl / behenyl / octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, adenosine, acetyl hexapeptide-3, silica, methicone, methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben, triethoxylcaprylylsilane, iron oxides (ci 77492), iron oxides (cc 77491), iron oxides (cc 77499), fragrance, benzyl benzoate, butylphenyl methylpropional, citronellol, hexyl cinnamall, *hydroxycitronellal, hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehide, linalool
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The Face Shop Face It Aqua Tinted BB Cream



Price and Availability:
Php 995.00 / 40ml; also available on Amazon
Description:
A moisturizing BB cream that contains 70% water that keeps skin fresh, clear, and well-moisturized
70% of this BB cream is water which includes deep ocean water
This BB cream glides over skin, leaving the skin feeling cool, refreshed, light and comfortable
Contains purslane extract which calms skin and is effective against skin problems
Sun Protection:
SPF 20 PA++
Ingredients:
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Hexyl Laurate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, SD Alcohol 40-B, Biosaccharide GUM-1, Portulaca Olerace Extract, Sea Water, Squalene, C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosparate, Polysorbate 60, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenomethanol, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Talc, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Linalool, Fragrace, Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 44941, CI 77490)
My Own Review:
http://seriousskincareblog.blogspot.com/2013/02/product-revew-face-shop-face-it-aqua.html
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Fairydrops Candy Bar BB Cream


Price and Availability:
currently unavailable Php 1,550.00 (Beauty Bar) / 35g; available on Amazon
Description:
Micro-Gold Pearls hide acne, scars and freckles.
Creates a thin barrier to protect skin from getting dry and rough.
Soft Focus Powder uses light diffusion to hide wrinkles and give you smooth-looking skin.
Waterproof formula prevents oily, shiny skin.
Infused with 5 nourishing treatment essences. (Hydrolyzed Collagen, Royal Jelly Extract, Squalane, Jojoba Oil; Macademia Seed Oil)
Sun Protection: 
No SPF
Ingredients:
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Macadamina Ternifolia Seed Oil, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Stearoyl Inulin, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid, Petrolatum, Squalane, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Royal Jelly Extract, Tocopherol, Sorbitan, Sequiisostearate, Sodium Chloride, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Mica, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tin Oxide
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Smashbox Camera Ready BB Cream


Price and Availability: 
Php 1,900.00 (Beauty Bar) / 30ml; also available on Amazon
Description:
Oil-controlling formulation with emollients and optical pearl pigments to provide hydration and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles after only four weeks
This multitasking tinted cream formula with SPF 35 moisturizes, primes, perfects, controls oil, and protects for flawless skin on set and beyond. Formulated with emollients and optical pearl pigments, this BB Cream gives skin a glowing, ethereal look and provides a hydrating veil for the complexion to maintain moisture on the surface of the skin.
Sun Protection: 
SPF 35
Ingredients: 
Active Ingredients:
Octinoxate 7.50%, Octisalate 4.00%, Oxybenzone 2.50%, Titanium Dioxide 1.10%
Inactive Ingredients:
Water, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, *Peg-40 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract (Extrait D'Orge), Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polyquaternium-51, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Trehalose, Oryzanol, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Urea, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sucrose, Glycerin, Sodium Stearoyl Lacylate, Caffeine, Linoleic Acid, Cholesterol, Lecithin, Squalane, Sodium PCA, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Stearic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Laurate, Xanthan Gum, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Silica, Disodium EDTA, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol [+/- Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Zinc Oxide (CI 77947), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499)].
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