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Trying to balance my skin’s moisture is like walking a tight
rope. Too much, it’ll become as oily as a wok. Too little, my cheeks start to
flake and the T-zone overproduces sebum to compensate. Since returning from my
Europe stint, for 2 weeks my skin has been trying to acclimatize without
success. Cheeks felt rough despite
exfoliation at home.
So I got introduced to Himalaya
nourishing cream. A family owned label since 1930 and now sold in 89
countries. As my parents are au-naturale fanatics, I checked its ingredients.
Using 100% herbal actives of aloe vera
and winter cherry, I decided to give it a try. Natural herbal actives are
known to possess excellent moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, astringent and
antioxidant effects. Winter cherry is an Indian herb (like our ginseng) that if
consumed supports healthy brain function and manage daily stress. However, for
skin uses, it is a stimulant, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.
I did a quick search and Amazon reviews are very positive!
It is light and non-greasy with a wild flower scent. My
facial therapist always gives me the same feedback; my skin is dry at the
epidermal layer despite the surface being soft and smooth.
Upon application, my skin quickly absorbs Himalaya
nourishing cream. After a few days of use, my skin (especially around the nose)
stops flaking.
It is great for daily use, I have combination skin and
Himalaya seem to balance it out well. The light cream is quickly absorbed into
the skin without leaving a sticky after feel (important for our humid weather)
yet providing enough moisture to keep it supple.
Best of all, it comes in 50ml and is a 2-in-1!Having traveled many weekends in Europe on Easyjet, who is
SUPER STRICT with carry-on lugguage. Only ONE piece is allowed. Which means no
handbags even.
This would be considered 3 pieces, I would be denied entry!
I have to be really minimal in packing so I can leave space
for new shopping! If only I had Himalaya nourishing cream then! It is a 2-in-1
that can be used for the face and body! Gentle enough for the face, rich enough
for the body. Especially in Europe where the air is dry, moisturizing the body
is just as important as the face!
Even better
is, at such an affordable price (from $5.90 at Watsons, Giant, Little & OG
Department Store), it can also be used on the body! You won’t feel the pinch
slathering dollops of Himalaya cream.
Remember my
lesson learnt from a Russian strip club? Soft smooth skin is what makes us
woman!
Nothing in my house contains sodium lauryl sulphate, a
chemical found in floor detergents, anymore. So am glad Himalaya makes the cut
to join the ‘family’.
Beauty doesn’t need to come at a price afterall.
GIVING AWAY 10 (50ml) HIMALAYA NOURISHING CREAM
Email me your name and contact number with the answer to ‘what
is the main herbal ingredient in this multi-use nourishing skin cream? First 10 correct emails win. Winners will have to collect cream from agent. Contest ends 14 Feb.
