I struggle with adult and hormonal acne, this has caused hyperpigmentation and acne scars.  Finding the best product is challenging since my skin is oily but also sensitive, meaning I get many negative reactions to some products. 

A few years back I purchased 2 Korean skincare products, a makeup oil, and cleanser.  After seeing my skin looking better I started my research more on Korean beauty.  Doing so I found out the benefits of AHA and BHA right away I was hopeful this might work for me. 

I want to share I had many prescribed ointment and medications from my dermatologist and nothing seem to work.  So you can understand why I had lost hope of improving my skin. After changing my skincare routine I notice a huge improvement in my skin. 

My first AHA & BHA products I tried were the Ordinary at first I did see a small change but then it got worst.  So I stopped using the products.  That was when I started my Korean Beauty search and discover Honeymoon Glow. 

Knowing how expensive it was I wonder if I would see a change especially when things don’t work great on my skin.  But I was hopeful due to the raves and the benefits this product offers.  I started to use this product around November 2018 and almost a year later I am very pleased with how my skin looks and feel. 

I notice acne scars are less visible, my skin looks more radiant (in fact I didn’t realize how dull my skin was until I started to use a toner with BHA).  My acne is more control and I rarely get hyperpigmentation from the acne on my skin.   I am very pleased with the Cleanser and Honeymoon Glow (I use as my toner at night)

 

 

Since I have sensitive skin, I started to use this product 3 times a week, at first I felt a slight tingle, after that first week now I barely feel it.  I apply it as my toner only at night.  In occasions when I see my skin has a few breakouts then I wear it 5 times that week.  All I use is 1 to 2 pumps and that is enough for my skin. The product doesn’t feel greasy, heavy and it barely has a scent.  I love how much my skin has turned around just using the right products even if it cost a bit more. 

Price:

  • FARMACY HONEYMOON Glow AHA Resurfacing Night Serum with Hydrating Honey + Gentle Flower Acids – $58

  • FARMACY Clean Bee Ultra Gentle Facial Cleanser – $28

 

The Farmacy Clean Bee Ultra Gentle Facial Cleanser feels so nice on the skin, I love it contains honey and other ingredients great for acne. It also contains Aloe and Chamomille that help sooth the skin.  Some cleansers feel a bit heavy, greasy or it leaves the skin not so clean.  I love this cleanser is strong enough to remove makeup yet soft enough on your skin.  It also has Hyaluronic acid for added moisture and hydration.  

Claims:

Farmacy Cleanser – Claims provided in Sephora site –

  • What it is:
    An ultra-gentle, soothing facial cleanser that lifts away excess oil, impurities, and makeup while infusing moisture with honey and hyaluronic acid.Solutions for:
    – Dryness
    – Redness

    If you want to know more…
    Perfect for everyday use and made with sensitive skin in mind, this Ultra Gentle Facial Cleanser washes away surface oil, impurities, pollution residue, and makeup while helping to maintain the skin’s natural moisture barrier. The hydrating and antioxidant-rich formula helps to soothe dry skin and leave it feeling soft and clean.

Farmacy Honeymoon Glow – Claims provided in Sephora site –

  • What it is:
    A three-in-one night serum that resurfaces, hydrates, and clarifies dull skin while you sleep, formulated with a 14 percent AHA/BHA/gentle flower acids blend.Solutions for:
    – Uneven skin tone
    – Dullness and uneven texture
    – Fine lines and wrinkles

    If you want to know more…
    A blend of AHA from lactic, glycolic, citric and fruit acids exfoliates dead skin cells, promotes cell renewal, targets hyperpigmentation, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. BHA from willow bark, a natural source of salicylic acid, helps visibly diminish pore size. Flower acids from hibiscus extract help exfoliate and clarify skin. Hyaluronic acid, along with a proprietary honey blend, deliver intense yet gentle hydration to ensure skin is never dry or over-stripped.

 

Overall I love both products, they work great on my sensitive skin and it leaves my skin looking shiny and feeling soft. I also did a video sharing my impression on both products you can see it here