I have incredibly oily and sensitive skin, one that’s prone to breakouts even when I’m not on my period. My pimples especially flare up when I wear makeup for an entire day. That’s why I always make it a point to have a full skincare routine that strips my face of dirt, oil and makeup, and then refreshes it afterwards for a good beauty rest.
While I do have my personal set of holy grail skincare products, there are times I would try out some new ones, especially if they’ve got cult-favorite ingredients. So when my tita recommended that I try out the Kedma Milk Cleanser, I was more than happy to indulge her.
I know a thing or two about Kedma Cosmetics Philippines. My tita, who’s a self-proclaimed skincare guru, swears by them and the nourishing benefits of Dead Sea minerals. She once went on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land and brought home a tote bag’s worth of skincare products infused with Dead Sea minerals. She hoarded them because she thought there wouldn’t be a local brand offering products with Dead Sea minerals. When she discovered Kedma Cosmetics, she was incredibly excited and she hasn’t been using any other skincare brand since.
Anyway, enough chit-chat! I’ve been using the cleanser for over a week now and it has shown fantastic results. Let’s get on to the review!
The Packaging
First things first, I want to talk about the packaging. It looks simple but luxurious with its gold accents. I actually love how minimalist and classy it looks. Whenever I see it on my beauty counter, I feel like a successful career woman. I also prefer cleansers with pumps, as it just makes it easier to measure how much product you need.
During Application
The consistency of the cleanser is thick but it has a silky soft feel that glides over the skin. It’s not very foamy but I actually prefer it that way. It’s also very soothing and it didn’t hurt my eyes when a bit of the product got into them. As it’s generally geared for sensitive skin, it definitely lives up to its gentle and hypoallergenic claims. The smell is also milky, which I expected, but it also had a clean and refreshing scent underneath.
After Application
I definitely felt refreshed and my skin felt soft and smooth. It didn’t instantly clear my pimples, but I wasn’t hoping for a miracle cleanser anyway. It does its job of stripping my face of oil and makeup, prepping my skin for the next step in my routine. I did notice that my complexion became a bit brighter and more dewy.
Other Features to Look Out For
Aside from its main ingredient milk, it has these other plant ingredients that offer the following benefits:
- Dead Sea Salt – rids the pores of oil and dirt. Also helps maintain the skin’s moisture balance while protecting it from harmful UV rays.
- Sesame Oil – works as natural sunscreen and skin detoxifier. Also keeps skin smooth and prevents the formation of wrinkles.
- Orange extract – helps correct skin discoloration and promotes clearer skin by reducing age spots or blemishes.
- Sandalwood Oil – works to cure pimples, heal dry skin, reduce signs of aging, and enhance the skin’s brightness.
Would I Buy It Again?
It’s a bit on the pricier side so I might stick to my regular mid-range cleanser. But if I had enough money to splurge, then I’d definitely re-purchase! It’s one of those cleansers that you would use if you want to give your skin a little treat.
If I could go back to any day in my life, I would always choose the day that I first saw you. When I walked in through that door, little did I know that the love of my life was just standing on the other side of the room. And amidst all the commotion around us, I found you. I finally found you. For a second, I swear, I forgot how to breathe. And it’s funny because breathing is involuntary – yet I find it amazing that in your presence, I would have to recall the process of breathing in and out because if I don’t, I’ll surely die, and in that case I will never be able to know your name.
Nika A. 