Biologique Recherche

I have mixed feelings about this product because for $134 usd for 1.7 oz, I expect more than a jar - it's so unhygienic and the product degrades every time you open the jar and expose it to air. You also introduce bacteria if you put your fingers in the product. This should be in an airtight pump dispenser, and yes you can use those even for thick creams like this. So the packaging is total rubbish. Moving on to the product itself: Based on the name, does that mean there's amniotic fluid in this? I would like to not think about that. Now that I have thoroughly trashed the ingredients, packaging, and outrageous price, I am slightly embarrassed to tell you that I plan to use this disgusting little treasure for all of my remaining winters. Because despite the description of this as being for oily skin, it has been a true saviour for my bone-dry, flaky, sensitive cold-weather skin. It does have an almost-matte texture when it absorbs but it's somehow still moist. It wears beautifully under my sunscreen and makeup, and it keeps my skin plump and hydrated all day, despite wind, freezing temps and continuous indoor heating. It also doesn't trigger my rosacea or cause acne. Up to now, the closest thing I've come to finding a remedy for my dryness/flakes at this time of year has been Neocutis Biocream Riche (also expensive but often available at a discount). That one has a shinier texture under makeup and it doesn't completely get rid of the flakes/prevent new ones from forming throughout the day like this one. I buy this through Rescue Spa online, which guarantees authenticity. I highly recommend this if you struggle with sensitive, flaky dryness or if your skin is oily but dehydrated. Who knew that amniotic fluid was so magical? :)

I am loving this product and will buy over and over again; granted, it is a bit on the expensive side however it is well worth it for me - bought my first 150ml bottle mid-June and still have loads left, I think for me two of these per year will be enough therefore not overly expensive and worth the investment. I bought it because I was looking for something to help clear my acne and this was the most hyped/ cult beauty - you name it- product I found. I was aware that it can break me out in the process of helping with acne and was prepared for anything. I must say I do not find the product smelly at all (using the p50w version so perhaps does not have this potent smell?), slightly vinegary indeed, but nothing close to rotten eggs or anything of the sort. Nothing happened for the first 2 weeks, I was using it evening and morning, then stopped using it in the morning as felt like my make-up was not setting properly. Anyways, come July it broke me out horribly, I had the biggest, ugliest acne on my chin, cheeks and some on the neck and thought this is what all reviews were saying - you break out before you heal - and so, I was happy and depressed at the same time. To put it simply, my skin was horrendous, no make up would hide my acne and I did not like seeing myself in the mirror. It honestly got really bad, one pimple would heal, 5 more would appear. End July by now and was at a big wedding with my ugly skin where everyone felt sorry for me and everyone had a ‘good treatment’ that would help me get rid of the mess on my face. Imagine how I felt, but still was hanging in there and continued using the lotion every evening. End of August now, nothing had improved and yet another wedding where everyone was a skin specialist...I was genuinely depressed at that point and stopped using the lotion for a week during which nothing happened - no more pimples appeared and the ones already on my face did not heal- so I plucked up the courage to continue with the p50w and trust it til the end. Mostly everyone around me was feeling sorry for me at this point and I just stopped telling people about this product as they were all saying it was bad and I was depressed as it was already and did not need more negative energy in my life. My boyfriend was the only person who always said to at least finish the bottle before giving up on this product. 3rd week in September I noticed no more pimples appeared and the ones I had were nearly fully healed and had this revelation that the product worked exactly like other reviews said! 4months (more or less) of mad breakouts after which the skin heals slowly. It is beginning of November now and still using it every evening, I have not had a pimple in 2 months now and I am extremely happy I did not fully give up on this! I am sorry for this lengthy review, I guess my point is, if you are using this to get rid of your acne, you must have patience and faith, it will work sooner or later! The only downside for me is, it left me with a few scars (I was always picking on them ugly pimples, could not help it, so I’m guessing my fault) but not major scars and now working on getting these removed with other skincare products, BUT if you have the patience and not pick on them, you will likely have to skip this post acne scarring process. Best thing is, next year I have yet another wedding (yes, I am at point in life when everyone around me is getting married/ having kids and all I care about is skincare) and all those skin specialist will want to know what happened and what I’ve used to clear my skin, but this will be my little secret always and forever.

I’ve tried my fair share of chemical exfoliants (Pixi, Mario Badescu Glycolic, DDF Glycolic 10%toner), MUAC Mandelic Acid Toner..,.and P50 is hands down the best of the best. My only regret is not trying it sooner. I’ve found that the balance P50 has given my skin has made an enormous difference in how well everything absorbs into my skin. It’s not the cheapest thing on the planet but incredibly economical if that makes any sense. You need such a small amount so the cost “per use” is actually the same or less than some of the other chemical exfoliants I’ve used. The $70 bottle lasts me 4 months at least(I sometimes use it on my legs/arms when my KP starts acting up), so you could probably stretch it even further if you don’t need to do that. My skin: finicky combo mix that has been getting drier in the winter with each passing year. Results: The first few times I used it, my skin was noticeably smoother and pores were smaller. Long term, (besides the obvious less breakouts/closed comedones) my skin is just really really balanced. It holds moisture better and seems more prepared for whatever I put on it. Current AM routine: cleanse, P50, Vitamin C, Kikumasamune High Moisture Toner, Hada Labo Lotion, (I add in first Aid Beauty Cream or Lacura q10 night cream sealed in with an oil when the weather gets cold), then Biore Watery Essence SPF 50++. PM routine: cleanse, retin a micro. I buffer with Kikumasamune High Moisture Toner, Hada Labo Lotion, (Also, First Aid Beauty Cream or Lacura q10 night cream sealed in with an oil when the weather gets cold). Usually a couple times of year I stop all chemicals and do a TCA. When I’m healed I go back to my normal routine, and the P50 is amazing at helping to maintain the results. Getting my skin to how good it looks now has taken so much patience and sooo many products. This has truly been my skincare missing link, and I highly highly recommend it if you are still looking for yours :)