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A good amount of people have maybe seen an ad about a popular Korean serum floating around in their Facebook or Instagram feeds. This serum is marketed as producing a warm and tingling sensation the moment it's rubbed onto the skin. And that's not all it does... Even famous Korean personalities and celebrities have attested to its effectivity! Check out my Natural Pacific (Nacific) Fresh Herb Serum and Calendula Tincture Toner review right here:
Serums and toners are among the most popular skincare elements that are found in almost every beauty-conscious woman's skincare routine. Toners have long been used by women for their routines, but serums are a new addition to the bunch. These popular treatments in a dropper jar are known for their invasive repair treatments that seep aggressively under the skin. They help improve skin not just from the outside, but underneath a few layers of skin. So unlike your usual skincare products, serums do more muscle work that toners can barely cover even if you kept them on overnight.
Disclaimer: Before I start discussing my personal experience with the Natural Pacific (Nacific) Fresh Herb Serum and Calendula Tincture Toner, I would like to make it clear that I am by no means a licensed medical or dermatological practitioner, nor am I a manufacturer of these products. I am simply a blogger who buys, reviews, informs, and tries to market these products in the best and most creative way I can.
Are you familiar with the hit Korean movie My Sassy Girl or K-drama series’ My Love from the Star and/or Legend of the Blue Sea? If you are, then I’m positive you envy the amazing skin of lead actress, Jun Ji-hyun. Would you believe that she’s in her late 30s (during the time of this blog post's conception)? And why would you not? She abso-freakin-lutely has THE. BEST. SKIN. EVER!!! And the bigger question is, where have all her pores gone? Like, seriously? Did they take a vacation for eternity? Or have they booked a trip to Mars?
Remember I told you about Jun Ji-Hyun's most coveted skincare fave? Well, this is it – Nacific’s Fresh Herb Serum, which the internet affectionately calls the “Damn Serum”. This serum is an antioxidant-rich bi-phase product that targets elasticity, firmness, and radiance. It's a great anti-aging product as it helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles and shrink down pores to a size barely seen by the naked eye.
At first glance, you'll notice that the liquid is separated into two. The upper layer is its oil content and the bottom layer holds the serum. Before applying, you have to make sure to shake it for the oil and the serum to blend and mix together.
Nacific is known for their good, luxury-style packaging, and this serum definitely lives up to that quality! It's enclosed in a matte glass bottle with a dropper for easy application. The liquid is quite oily for a serum upon application. It's best to wait for a couple of minutes for the skin to absorb all of it.
✖ When I woke up, the oiliness is still there and it mixes with the natural sebum my facial skin produces in the morning
✖ Some people claim that when the serum is applied to damaged skin parts, a tingling or hot sensation may be felt (I figured to add this here as some people like me wouldn't want to experience it)
Serums and toners are among the most popular skincare elements that are found in almost every beauty-conscious woman's skincare routine. Toners have long been used by women for their routines, but serums are a new addition to the bunch. These popular treatments in a dropper jar are known for their invasive repair treatments that seep aggressively under the skin. They help improve skin not just from the outside, but underneath a few layers of skin. So unlike your usual skincare products, serums do more muscle work that toners can barely cover even if you kept them on overnight.
Disclaimer: Before I start discussing my personal experience with the Natural Pacific (Nacific) Fresh Herb Serum and Calendula Tincture Toner, I would like to make it clear that I am by no means a licensed medical or dermatological practitioner, nor am I a manufacturer of these products. I am simply a blogger who buys, reviews, informs, and tries to market these products in the best and most creative way I can.
Quick Overview
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Are you familiar with the hit Korean movie My Sassy Girl or K-drama series’ My Love from the Star and/or Legend of the Blue Sea? If you are, then I’m positive you envy the amazing skin of lead actress, Jun Ji-hyun. Would you believe that she’s in her late 30s (during the time of this blog post's conception)? And why would you not? She abso-freakin-lutely has THE. BEST. SKIN. EVER!!! And the bigger question is, where have all her pores gone? Like, seriously? Did they take a vacation for eternity? Or have they booked a trip to Mars?
Thankfully, the Internet has given all of us jealous ladies the pleasure of finding out which products comprise of Jun Ji-hyun’s skincare routine. And among those we've found out is her use of the now famous product, Korean skincare line, Natural Pacific's (Nacific) Fresh Herb serum!
Established in 2015, Natural Pacific is a Korean skincare line that creates products with all-natural ingredients. With the help of science, Nacific sources only the best of nature's offerings and creates amazing skincare goods that’s being enjoyed by people who only want the best skincare treatments for themselves. Two of their bestselling products are the Fresh Herb Serum and the Calendula Tincture Toner. Read on to find out why you should make way for these babies in your skincare routine.
Nacific Fresh Herb Serum
Remember I told you about Jun Ji-Hyun's most coveted skincare fave? Well, this is it – Nacific’s Fresh Herb Serum, which the internet affectionately calls the “Damn Serum”. This serum is an antioxidant-rich bi-phase product that targets elasticity, firmness, and radiance. It's a great anti-aging product as it helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles and shrink down pores to a size barely seen by the naked eye.
At first glance, you'll notice that the liquid is separated into two. The upper layer is its oil content and the bottom layer holds the serum. Before applying, you have to make sure to shake it for the oil and the serum to blend and mix together.
Nacific is known for their good, luxury-style packaging, and this serum definitely lives up to that quality! It's enclosed in a matte glass bottle with a dropper for easy application. The liquid is quite oily for a serum upon application. It's best to wait for a couple of minutes for the skin to absorb all of it.
Pros & Cons
What you'll love about it
✓ No strong or alcohol scent
✓ Skin felt smooth the day after I used it
✓ Feels very lightweight during application
✓ NO tingling or hot sensation when applied to the skin (though this may be debatable as some people claim they experience a tingling sensation when they apply it to damaged parts of the skin or their skin in general)
✓ Skin definitely looked and felt smooth after just one day of use
✓ Super hydrating
✓ Has a citrusy scent that's not overpowering or annoying
✓ My breakouts lessened, meaning it's very effective for my skin type (combination skin)
✓ Skin felt smooth the day after I used it
✓ Feels very lightweight during application
✓ NO tingling or hot sensation when applied to the skin (though this may be debatable as some people claim they experience a tingling sensation when they apply it to damaged parts of the skin or their skin in general)
✓ Skin definitely looked and felt smooth after just one day of use
✓ Super hydrating
✓ Has a citrusy scent that's not overpowering or annoying
✓ My breakouts lessened, meaning it's very effective for my skin type (combination skin)
What you won't be a fan of
✖ It's a bit too oily for my liking, so it's best to use a small amount for every use✖ When I woke up, the oiliness is still there and it mixes with the natural sebum my facial skin produces in the morning
✖ Some people claim that when the serum is applied to damaged skin parts, a tingling or hot sensation may be felt (I figured to add this here as some people like me wouldn't want to experience it)
✖ Serums are usually pricey, but this specific serum isn't the most affordable among many others in the market. However, a good first try for experience is always nice
Have you ever heard of a toner wash? It's one of the cleansing techniques being used by Koreans nowadays to ensure that the face is clean and dirt-free before applying essences, serums, and creams. Nacific’s Calendula Tincture Toner is a toner wash that’s been getting rave reviews from first time users and patrons.
✖ It often feels oily after a few minutes of application
Nacific Calendula Tincture Toner
The Calendula Tincture Toner is a 90% concentrated solution made of Calendula Flower Water, which is known to improve the healing and restoration of skin. This is the primary reason why the toner is great for acne-prone individuals. Use of this product helps in the healing of damaged skin due to acne.
When I tried the toner, I noticed that there was no strong alcohol scent. It’s very clean and fresh, which is always a good thing with products that go straight to my face. It also feels very lightweight upon application, perfect for creating a clean canvas for the rest of my skincare regimen.
Pros & Cons
What you'll love about it
✓ It definitely delivers the promise of cleaning your skin without sucking all of the moisture out
✓ No strong scent
✓ Feels lightweight the first few minutes when applied
✓ Claims to be great for acne-prone skin
✓ No strong scent
✓ Feels lightweight the first few minutes when applied
✓ Claims to be great for acne-prone skin
What you won't be a fan of
✖ No immediate results can be seen overnight. You'll probably need to use this for a while in order to really see its effects✖ It often feels oily after a few minutes of application
✖ The amount doesn't last very long (I use this twice a day (morning after showering and before bedtime). 1 bottle lasted me a month
✖ It didn't prevent any breakouts
✖ It's not everyone's first choice when it comes to toners because of its price
A1: You can purchase these babies at Watsons, Shopee, or Beauty Bar. You can also shop via Beauty MNL and have them shipped straight to your door.
Q2: Are these products safe for people with active breakouts/acne?
A2: Like any skincare product, I think it's always best to purchase a trial pack first before buying a full-size variant and incorporating it into your skincare routine. These products are said to have been made for all skin types and in my experience with using them even while having active acne, it didn't affect how they progressed. But I did notice fewer breakouts after using them.
Q3: Would you repurchase these products?
A3: Definitely! All-natural skincare products like these are great and with the results they give, I've vowed to keep some space in my beauty regimen for both items (especially the serum)!
Have you tried any of these products? If you have, please feel free to leave a comment about your experience/s below.
Q&A
Q1: Where do I buy these products?A1: You can purchase these babies at Watsons, Shopee, or Beauty Bar. You can also shop via Beauty MNL and have them shipped straight to your door.
Q2: Are these products safe for people with active breakouts/acne?
A2: Like any skincare product, I think it's always best to purchase a trial pack first before buying a full-size variant and incorporating it into your skincare routine. These products are said to have been made for all skin types and in my experience with using them even while having active acne, it didn't affect how they progressed. But I did notice fewer breakouts after using them.
Q3: Would you repurchase these products?
A3: Definitely! All-natural skincare products like these are great and with the results they give, I've vowed to keep some space in my beauty regimen for both items (especially the serum)!
Final Notes
Trying out these premium Korean skincare products was definitely a thrill for me! Sure there were doubts at first (you know how marketing people tend to overhype products), but these products really packed a punch and I'm glad some ads on my newsfeed have convinced me to get into this journey with them. Many local online shops like BeautyMNL and Shopee have entered these products to the Philippine market, so it won't be tough to find authentic ones. Among those Shopee stores I would recommend are skincaredepot (where I bought mine), Peach Pink (I've bought a ton of Korean cosmetics from this store before; which I will also make reviews of), and sophiaandkalel (one of my favorite stores on Shopee which I've bought Korean cosmetics before as well). If you're lucky, a Korean skincare brand might even open a branch at a mall near you!Have you tried any of these products? If you have, please feel free to leave a comment about your experience/s below.
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