REVIEW: Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream

 Darphin Hydraskin Light Cream Gel

~AG~

Bought this gel cream on my honeymoon in Paris. Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream was recommended by the lady pharmacist. I had asked her for a good moisturizer for combination skin.
On the packaging, it mentions that "this all-day skin-hydrating cream gel is designed for normal to combination skin." This gel cream has Hydra-Structure Technology, a high performing hydrating complex of powerful ingredients such as Butterfly Lavender and Salicornia Herbacea that wakens the skin's moisture mechanism. It helps defend skin's moisture reservoir. 
 
Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream comes in a 30 ml and 50 ml packaging. The 50 ml retails for US$62 (S$82). The 50 ml packaging will lasts me for 3-4 months. It is one of the most expensive moisturizers that I have ever bought. The glass packaging is rather heavy and not the most convenient for traveling. Since it comes in a tub packaging, you have to dip your finger into the product. In terms of hygiene, the tub packaging is not ideal. I prefer pump packaging or squeezable packaging for my skincare product. Though the tub packaging allows for no product to be wasted.

The light green gel cream

It has a thicker texture than Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre. The consistency of Darphin Hydraskin Light is more creamy and emollient. The scent of Darphin Gel Cream is stronger than that of Embryolisse Lait Creme Concentre. It has a pleasant refreshing scent. This moisturizer will be great for those with dry-normal skin type. Darphin Hydraskin Cream works well for my skin especially when I am traveling to drier climates. My skin feels hydrated and comfortable after application. Though, it is too emollient for those with oily-combination skin types. 

For those living in humid countries such as Singapore, this cream might be too heavy for your liking. My skin does feel a bit tacky after application, it takes a while (5-10 minutes) for the cream to be fully absorbed. Overall, it is a good moisturizer but I would not repurchase because of the exorbitant price. I would instead use that money to purchase 3 bottles of Embryolise Lait Creme Concentre.

REVIEW: Darphin Aromatic Purifying Balm

A jar of Darphin Aromatic Purifying Balm

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The Darphin Aromatic Purifying Balm comes with 15ml of product. It costs Euro 56 which is equivalent to S$90. Didn't realized it was that expensive! This product was recommended to me by the French lady at the pharmacy. She mentioned that this product will help my clogged pores and blemishes. She recommended that I use it once or twice a week on the T-zones and blemish areas.
This is a unique product which I have not seen elsewhere on the market - a mix of essential oils that target skin blemishes.

This Darphin Purifying Balm contains 12 Essential Oils from medicinal plants, spices and flowers to target skin imperfections. It contains: 1) apricot kernel oil, 2) sunflower seed oil, 3) rosewood oil, 4) grapefruit peel oil, 5) thyme oil, 6) lavender oil, 7) cinnamon bark oil, 8) germanium flower oil, 9) sage oil and a few more essential oils. This Balm clarifies pores and helps reduce imperfections. You are supposed to leave the Purifying Balm overnight to work on the skin. 

This Darphin Purifying Balm has been part of my skin care regimen for over three months now. I try to use it once a week, and apply it only to my T-zone areas. It has strong essential oil scent that is tolerable. Especially when I see visible blackheads and pimples emerging, I would apply this Darphin Purifying Balm before bed and leave it on overnight. The next morning, I do not see significant difference. Though I would say that my skin feels less congested. This product works more for a preventative measure. I think you have to use this product regularly to notice the difference that this Darphin Purifying Balm can make. 

Even though this jar only contains 15ml of product, it will lasts a long time. I have used it for three months, and there seems to plenty of product left. However, I would not repurchase Darphin Aromatic Purifying Balm as it is expensive and the effect is not immediately seen. This product is not a must-have for my skincare regimen.

NEW BUY: Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream & Aromatic Purifying Balm

~AG~

So while in Paris, I decided to check out their pharmacy for some French skincare products. While browsing through the pharmacy, I asked the pharmacist to recommend some products. She recommended this Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream and Aromatic Purifying Balm for my skin needs. I have seen Darphin products being sold in Bloomingdales but do not know much about the brand.

Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream comes with 50 ml of product. This lightweight gel cream has a nice texture. The texture reminds me of Laneige Water Bank Gel Cream. When I was testing it on the back of my hand, the gel cream soothe and hydrate my skin instantly. Darphin Hydraskin Light Gel Cream contains: HYDRA-STRUCTURE™ Technology,a high-performance hydrating complex of powerful ingredients from Nature (Salicornia Herbacea,Butterfly Lavender) to help wake up skin's moisture mechanisms and defend skin's critical moisture reservoir. Cannot wait to try this product after I am done with Laneige Water Bank Gel Cream.

The Darphin Aromatic Purifying Balm comes with 12ml of product. It costs Euro 56 which is equivalent to S$90. Didn't realized it was that expensive! This Darphin Purifying Balm contains 12 Essential Oils from medicinal plants, spices and flowers to target skin imperfections. It contains: 1) apricot kernel oil, 2) sunflower seed oil, 3) rosewood oil, 4) grapefruit peel oil, 5) thyme oil, 6) lavender oil, 7) cinnamon bark oil, 8) germanium flower oil, 9) sage oil and a few more essential oils. This Balm clarifies pores and helps reduce imperfections. The pharmacist mentioned that Darphin Purifying Balm will help reduce the blemishes on my T-zones. She recommended that I use it twice a week, at the most. You are supposed to leave the Purifying Balm overnight to work on the skin. This is a unique product which I have not seen elsewhere on the market - a mix of essential oils that target skin blemishes. Will try it out soon as I have a few blemishes on my chin and nose area right now. 

Stay tuned for my reviews of these Darphin products! Excited to try these French beauty products!