Paula's Choice has an agent here and their office is in Shah Alam. Pretty affordable prices. Give them a call and they would be able to advise u on their products.

AFAIK pore size is genetic so if u got large pores there's nothing much u can do. Most products in the market just cosmetically reduce pore size temporarily.

JUst finished my Skin Aqua...using Shiseido Anessa SPF50 now

Yea cleansing oil definitely finishes first...about 2 pumps should be sufficient for face n neck. My 180ml bottle of Kanebo Freshel C Cleansing Oil lasted about 3-4 months with almost daily use. Kanebo one is the most economic (RM40 for 180ml) and good one I have used so far. Best part is that they didn't add any fragrance to it.

Then try using a clay mask and a mild scrub a few times a week. A BHA/AHA product will help to in getting rid of black and white heads.

This post has been edited by jonny4: Dec 31 2010, 09:32 PM

Pharmacies don't sell it.

U got to get it from SASA. haven't seen it anywhere else.

The same offer was on when I bought my bottle in early December. Takde duit that time so just bought the cleansing oil which had a 10-15% discount.

What's your take on the Kanebo Cleansing Oil ?

It depends on the type of sunscreen u use. Usually the American/European ones are easier to wash off and might not need to use cleansing oil.

Japanese/Asian sunscreens are water (sometimes sweat/sebum) proof and are extremely hard to remove compared to American/Euro ones. The other day I went fishing and it was really hot n humid at first followed by a thunderstorm...my Shiseido Anessa sunscreen I had on kept my face shine free and matte the whole 12 hrs I was out. Tap water just isn't going to wash it off...even a face cleanser. That's why cleansing oil is important.

Nowadays some American/Euro brands have tried copying Japanese sunscreens and are equally hard to remove. So to be on the safe side I recommend the use of a cleansing oil to remove any kind of sunscreen.

*Applies only for the face...u don't need to bother too much about removing body sunscreen properly. Just regular soap will be enough.

This post has been edited by jonny4: Jan 3 2011, 04:10 PM

These Jap sunscreens (korean/asian) ones too act as a makeup base and has a lot of silicones to cover pores/smooth skin/control shine so they will definitely clog pores if not removed properly.

I have no idea if Nano sunscreens will clog pores or not...what's the SPF ? anything more den 30 would need a special product to remove.

After using a normal cleanser to wash off the Nano sunscreen how does ur face feel ? if u can still feel like there's a layer of something dry n smooth den u need cleansing oil.

They will dry up your face but that can be solved by using a good moisturizer at night.

Should have sale now at pharmacies so go check out the big 3 (Guardian, Watsons and Caring) to get the best deals.

It's too expensive here...it's RM95 for only 150ml. The DHC is slightly cheaper, RM100 for 200ml.

RM50 ?

Seriously if u wanna troll go /k/ and do it.

I can't remember the last time I bought a budget moisturizer LOL.

U can probably try brands like L'Oreal, Garnier or Neutrogena.

Maybe someone on this thread can help u out.

The Shiseido Anessa sunscreen I'm currently using is awesome. Probably the best I have used so far. Oil control isn't as strong as Biore which is good because it isn't drying....but it is still matte to a certain extent without making me look like a corpse. It's also less oily compared to Sunplay ones I have used. I admit it's expensive but really worth the RM105 I spent.

This post has been edited by jonny4: Jan 7 2011, 10:50 PM

Yeah it is ok to apply those two before sleep. U don't have to worry about not removing them as those 2 are not mask. Biotherm and Shiseido are only available at their respective counters at department stores (Parkson, Jusco n etc) and not pharmacies. Prices are standard.

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Added on January 9, 2011, 6:56 pmI use a different one in the day and another one at night just like u. There shouldn't be a prob doing that as long as there aren't any side effects.

This post has been edited by jonny4: Jan 9 2011, 06:56 PM

Shiseido Hydrating Lotion - RM135, 150ml

Biotherm Aquapower Moisturizer - RM140, 75ml.

It depends on how much u use n how often u use. When I was using the Hydrating Lotion, after 2 months of use I don't think I used even 50% yet. So it will last long as long as u use ur hands to apply n not cotton pad. I use the Aquapower only at night and based on my usage, it should last me 5-6 months.

Instead of OXY try Benzac AC5...its de same as OXY but a little less drying n irritating but just as effective.

For the blackheads maybe u can try using a clay mask 2 times a week. Look for a mask (or other products) that contain salicylic acid (BHA).

As for the scars, if not severe they will heal in time. But if u want fast results go for a serum that contains high amounts of vitamin c. But the good ones usually cost RM120 and above unfortunately.

Lastly use a good sunscreen in the day. All the products u use daily will go to waste if u do not do anything to prevent sun damage. U can try using Japanese ones like Biore, Sunplay and Shiseido as they r light n non greasy. Go for something at least SPF30 (I use SPF50 min) as we get a lot of intense sunlight in Msia.

vitamic c serum and sunscreen

Its a good mask but it has been discountinued in all countries last year.

A better alternative is the Origins Out of Trouble Mask.

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Added on January 16, 2011, 2:00 amThey got a lot of products and I have only tried the Blue Herbal range....which was fairly average tbh. The Dermatologist Solutions is highly raved but very pricey.

This post has been edited by jonny4: Jan 16 2011, 02:00 AM

Well everyone's skin is different. Just because it caused breakouts for u n ur brothers doesn't mean the product is shite.

As always when it comes to skincare, "your mileage may vary".