Feature: modest. Skincare Line
I’m excited to share that aside from the two serums that I’ve tried and tested last year, I still have four remaining variants on my stash from the brand. modest.skincare’s tag line “We do not exaggerate. We do not boast. Modest = Humbly effective formulation” stays true and committed to this promise because they offer high quality and effective skincare technologies at their most simple and humble form. Know more about the brand and the four variants that are formulated to mix and match your skincare routine.
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modest.skincare presents a simple and clean look with their packaging because they believe their products should be valued foremost for their quality. They specify the ingredients and functions of each product because they believe users should be fully informed and are able to choose the formula that best suits their needs.
They are a Hong Kong-based brand and their products are formulated in Europe and Japan. It utilizes high quality, cosmetic grade, active ingredients, and do not contain any harmful ingredients such as parabens, methylisothiazolinone (MIT), mineral oils, heavy metals, artificial colorings, and hydroquinone. No testing on animals and products are cruelty-free.
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Modest Alpha-Arbutin + B3 a skin brightening serum with hydration support for blemished skin
With a combination of skin brightening ingredients such as Alpha-Arbutin and vitamin B3 from Switzerland, this serum is highly effective in reducing the appearance of spots and hyper-pigmentation, evening out skin tone and giving a lighter complexion. Hyaluronic Acid is added for enhanced delivery and hydration support.
- size: 30 ml/ 1.0fl.oz
- price: php 750 (Around $15.60+)
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into the palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed.
- ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Alpha-Arbutin, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Acetyl Glucosamine, Beta-Glucan, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA
Modest. Cocktail a multi-vitamin (ABCE) serum with HA for hydration and brightening for dehydrated, blemished, and aging skin
Formulated with multiple vitamins (A, B3, B5, C, and E) from Switzerland, this serum offers a broad spectrum of nutrients to the skin. This light-weight, fast-absorbing formula can instantly boost the moisture level of the skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, brighten and rejuvenate the skin. Along with two supreme moisturizers- Hyaluronic Acid and Squalene, moisture retention is maximized. Made in Switzerland.
- size: 30 ml/ 1.0fl.oz
- price: php 850 (Around $17.67+)
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed.
- ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Lecithin, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Alcohol, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), Propylene Glycol, Squalene, Disodium EDTA, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Parfum
Modest. Hyaluronic Acid + Beta-Glucan a high-functioning hydrating serum with Pure Hyaluronic Acid for dehydrated and sensitive skin
Enriched with Hyaluronic Acid from Switzerland which can absorb water up to 1000 times its own molecular weight, this serum can instantly moisturize the skin, reduce wrinkles caused by dehydration and improve skin texture and elasticity. Along with Beta-Glucan, the skin’s defensibility is enhanced and skin irritations can be soothed and prevented. Hyaluronic and Beta-Glucan work synergistically to render even more remarkable results. Formulated in Switzerland
- size: 30 ml/ 1.0fl.oz
- price: php 650 (Around $13.52+)
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed.
- ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Beta-Glucan, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone
Modest. Glutathione Skin Whitening Serum a skin whitening serum with anti-aging property for blemished skin
Enriched with glutathione and Vitis vinifera, which is a juice extracted from grapes, this serum is effective in inhibiting melanin production and pigmentation. With prolonged use, skin will be brightened and whitened, without drying of the skin. Due to its excellent anti-oxidant property, this serum can also remove free radicals, prevent and reduce wrinkles or any signs of skin aging. Formulated in Japan.
- size: 30 ml/ 1.0fl.oz
- price: php 685 (Around $14.25+)
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed. Use it twice, in the morning and evening
- ingredients: Water (Aqua), Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Acetyl Glucosamine, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Juice, Glutathione, Lactic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sclerotium Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Modest. 10% Matrixyl + Hyaluronic Acid a high-functioning peptide serum for aging skin
This serum contains 10% of Matrixyl, an anti-aging peptide composition from France which is effective in reducing the look of static and dynamic wrinkles and fine lines by stimulating collagen synthesis and skin repair. Hyaluronic Acid is added for improvement if moisture and texture of the skin, leaving the skin soft and plumped. Formulated in France.
- price: php 900 (Around $18.72+))
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed.
- ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Dendrobrium Nobile Stem Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Aminomethyl Propanol
Modest. Mandelic Acid 5% + HA a mild AHA for acne, blackhead, and hyperpigmentation for acne prone oily skin
Mandelic acid is an AHA derived from bitter almonds and is much gentler in nature than other AHAs. Due to its anti-bacterial properties, it is extremely effective in reducing acne. It helps reduce pores and blackheads, regulate sebum production, and decrease the occurrence of breakouts. Mandelic acid is also an excellent anti-aging ingredient as it accelerates skin cell turnover, removes dead skin on the surface of the skin which leads to a dull complexion and fine lines. Mandelic acid can reduce hyperpigmentation and correct skin tone to achieve a more evenly colored complexion. Due to its mild nature, very irritation is associated with it, unlike other stronger AHAs. Formulated in Germany.
- price: php 650 (Around $13.52+)
- place bought: Free. Exclusively available at BeautyMNL
- instructions for use: After facial cleansing and applying toner, put a few drops of serum into the palm. Evenly spread the serum onto the face, massage gently until it is fully absorbed. Use it twice in the morning and evening.
- ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Mandelic Acid, Arginine, Aminomethyl Propanol, SodiumHyaluronate,1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin
If you are planning to try face serums that cater to your skin needs, I highly recommend this brand. What you see is what you get- simple and easy to use serums that you can mix and match to target problems day and night. Each bottle costs less than P1,000 and a little amount goes a long way that’s why if you’ll do the math, modest.skincare is your no-fuss and budget-friendly face serum with a humbly effective formulation.
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