Burst Of Happyness: Divine Facial Serum

If there’s one thing worse than blemishes, it’s the hyper pigmentation that ensues soon after.  But how about a product that works on both the acne, the scars it leaves behind and additionally helps moisturize the skin!

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KEY INGREDIENTS & THEIR BENEFITS

• Jojoba Oil: The proteins and minerals in this oil mimic collagen and are closest to our natural skin oil. As an anti-inflammatory reducing the painful swelling and redness that often accompanies a skin injury. Its anti-inflammatory properties also make it an effective treatment for acne (1).  As a moisturizer it’s non greasy and easily absorbed and leaves the skin feeling soft and supple and is particularly effective for treating dry skin (1). As an acne treatment jojoba oil is a natural antiseptic and is effective treatment for acne (1). Jojoba oil both cleanses and moisturizes the skin at the same time.

• Hazelnut Oil: Also dubbed the “pore-reducing” oil and “acne-fighting” oil because of its unique properties, hazelnut oil has high content of catechins and tannins (healthy flavonoids) making this oil a “dry” or “astringent” oil that feels smooth and toning on the skin (2). The astringent properties help absorb oils and shrink pores, while the antibacterial components go to work battling skin bacteria to help reduce blackheads and pimples (2).

Other benefits include:

• Hydration: Even though the oil helps absorb and balance sebum (skin oil), it also has a lot of natural fats that help moisturize and condition skin, leaving it soft and plump, while helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without the greasy feel (2).

• Gentle: Hazelnut is perfect for sensitive skin, as it is a gentle oil that is unlikely to irritate (2).

• Rejuvenator: Because of all the nutrients, flavonoids, and antioxidants, hazelnut has a rejuvenating effect on skin cells. Over time, regular use will have an anti-aging effect, helping skin to appear more youthful and vibrant (2).

• Evening Primrose Oil: Abundant in gamma linoleic acid (GLA), evening primrose oil enhances the epidermal barrier (3). Because of its ability to dilute sebum production, evening primrose oil is good at calming acne flare-ups, while at the same time hydrating skin (3). The astringent properties of the plant's juice can soothe skin irritations and inflammations (3).

• Tamanu Oil: A “cicatrisant,” it can speed up the disappearance of scars, dark spots, and other marks on the skin, helping to create a more even skin tone (4). Tamanu oil is a significant healing agent, not only because of its ability to produce new skin tissue, but also due to its anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic, antibiotic and antioxidant properties (5). Additionally, this oil is an excellent and powerful moisturizer (6).

• Turmeric Oil: Turmeric oil usually are 60-65% alpha-curcumene (a sesquiterpene hydrocarbon), the key component in turmeric root which provides turmeric its anti-inflammatory qualities (7). An anti-microbial oil rich in antioxidants and potent anti-inflammatory properties, helps treat acne and acne scars (7).

• Cedarwood Essential Oil: Protects skin pores from letting in dust or any harmful microbes into the body, which lead to acne and skin infections (8). Cedarwood oil is also effective for tightening the facial skin and giving it a youthful appearance (8).

• Lemongrass Essential Oil: One major lemongrass essential oil benefit is its skin healing properties. Lemongrass oil is an effective cleanser for all skin types; its antiseptic and astringent properties make lemongrass oil perfect for getting even and glowing skin. It can sterilize your pores, serve as a natural toner, and strengthen your skin tissues (9).

Divine serum, comes in a 7 gm roll on format. Fluid in consistency, light golden in color, the serum had woody notes of cedarwood and undertones of turmeric oil.  

For reference: my skin has a tendency to dry/dehydrate and breaks out occasionally. Though this facial serum is for oily skin, due to the beneficial ingredient list, I use it as a spot on treatment for acne and acne marks. 

To use, I prefer to apply the oil on humid skin to facilitate its penetration or mix it with some aloe gel which is also very helpful & beneficial in acne issues.

The plant-based, nontoxic oils in the serum, glides on clear and gets instantaneously absorbed when massaged. I have tried using this serum alone but it does not sufficiently hydrate my skin but is moderately effective on acne and acne scars. Whenever new acne threatens to pop, I promptly rub this the night before and there is a definite reduction in the size, but the oil isn't always consistent in it's efficacy. I have even noticed it to minimize acne-scars over time and doesn’t strip moisture from the skin. I have also been using this concoction as a carrier oil in my oil cleansing method (OCN) and am loving it's effects.

I am however not a fan of the packaging. When I received the bottle, there was a leak and upon Shreya's instructions, I removed the roller and fixed it back in which solved the issue. I would have much rather the product came with a dropper which also makes it hygienic. 

The divine serum from the house of BOH, is a great ally for those with oily skin.