Peter Thomas Roth

This is a very nice and light moisturizer that will leave noticeable moisture behind after application without any oily residue. It is built on the technology having the capability to visibly hydrate the skin with lasting effect. Built on the very popular and widely used "quick-breaking water gel technology" that is exceptionally popular in Japan and Korea like the Urban Decay Hot Springs Hydrating Gel Rehab Makeup Prep moisturizer. However, the one from PTR does not have the pronounced water breaking ability due to the use of several emollients that will prevent the so pronounced water-feeling of this moisturizer at application. This will also provide a more substantive residue (albeit still on the light side) left on the surface of the skin after application. This will make this product more suitable for a dryer skin in warmer climate or in colder months for a more oilier skin type. (I do not think it will provide enough moisture used alone though if your skin is extremely dry or suffer from eczema, even during the warmer and more humid months.) It contains volatile and non-volatile silicones and silicone emulsifiers for a lighter feel and more “blurred” finish along with a minor amount of emulsifiers of natural origins and some excellent humectants. When it comes to the actives it contains an excellent blend of ceramides, fermented minerals and true hydration boosters (such as Yeast Extract (ProHyal+), Sodium Hyaluronate and Saccharide Isomerate). This is an elegant product housed in a light blue jar with no particular fragrance, just plain "clean". There is no added fragrance or colourant. I can highly recommend this product who is in need of a good hydration boost. Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Yeast Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide NS, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Saccharide Isomerate, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment, Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Cholesterol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Behenic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Ceteareth-25, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Cetyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica

I have no idea what the AHA percentage is in here (and nor will PTR ever disclose to me) but the enzymatic effect from the Pumpkin really smooths out the texture of my skin and gives it a 'renewed' appearance. AHA alone doesn't have quite the same effect on me. I massage this gently into my skin for about 30 seconds and then allow it to sit for about 5 minutes. Whenever I mask, I use a scrub first, otherwise what's the point if there's a layer of dead skin in the way? With this one it already contains aluminium oxide crystals so whilst massaging it in, the dead skin cells are removed and the mask works a lot better, plus saving me the extra step. Yes it is a powerful mask and I cannot leave it on for longer than 5 minutes or else my face starts to itch unbearably. Smells like pumpkin and cinnamon - good enough to eat and contains a number of good ingredients - such as Vit A (Retinol) and Vit C. A bit spendy yes, but worth it and infinitely better results using this compared to their 'Cucumber gel masque'. Selena x ~ My HG list ~ (As I've sampled 100s of skin, hair and m/u products over the last decade and a half, I thought it might be useful to share my top 10 must-have products, subject to change if and when I come across something more effective. I love constantly trying out new stuff - usually sample sizes via e-bay, also plenty courtesy of a friend who works at Sephora) 1. Hair Loss Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Hair Oil 2. Lip Balm: 'Nuxe' - Reve De Miel Lip Balm 3. Pigmentation + Anti-Ageing Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Facial Treatment Serum 4. Cleanser: 'Paula's Choice' - Skin Balancing Cleanser 5. Concealer: ‘Mac’ - Studio Finish Concealer 6. Lash Growth Serum: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Divinelash 7. Foundation/SPF: ‘Juice Beauty’ - Stem Cellular Repair (warm glow) 8. Face Scrub: ‘Sisley' - Botanical Gentle Buffing Cream 9. Moisturizer: ‘Lush' - Enzymion 10. Hand Cream: 'Origins' - Make A Difference Rejuvenating Hand Treatment

I studied the heck out of this after getting a sample from Sephora. Oh my goodness. Cleansed, wet finger tips and massaged all over my face, neck and chest. For some reason I felt no tingling at all, waited 10 minutes, went finger tips again, massaged it for about a minute, washed it off and was SHOOK. I’ve just put on Apot.care Hyalu Repair Serum and will put on a hydration over night mask before I go to bed. I’m so hooked I went on Trademe (a popular auction site in New Zealand) just for shits and giggles and found a brand new 50ml for $30.00 and purchased it immediately, thought I’d try there first before looking to pay full price. I have been using Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Perls for a few months and was hooked, but after using this I am convinced it’s way better, will be sure to only limit to twice a week (it’ll be hard). I have normal skin and are blessed to have no acne. Hitting 40 and tiny fine lines along with a skin brightener made me use this.