Where I got it: I was sent this for consideration. Manuka Doctor products are available online at The Manuka Doctor concept Store, 1 Quay Street, Auckland City, selected pharmacies and department stores nationwide. For more information or to locate your nearest stockist please visit www.manukadr.co.nz or phone 09 300-3025. RRP$49.95.
What I got: This is a jar of Manuka Doctor ApiClear Purifying Face Mask. Daily cleansing helps to clean the skin by removing dirt, oil and impurities from the surface of the skin but the Manuka Doctor ApiClear Purifying Face Mask takes the cleansing process to a whole new level. This mask is an effective, deep cleansing mask that will efficiently withdraw the daily impurities that are hidden beneath the top layers of the skin. It improves the appearance of pores, increases the circulation and removes dead skin cells, all resulting in an overall healthy glow. The skin will feel fresh and will have the appearance of being more evenly toned and youthful while retaining a perfect balance of natural oil and moisture. By using the Manuka Doctor ApiClear Purifying Face Mask, serums and moisturisers will perform more efficiently and will be absorbed by the skin more quickly and deeply.
The powerful combination of anti-bacterial Manuka Honey and the innovative core ingredient of Purified Bee Venom (PBV™) forms a potent combination of enzymes, peptides and amino acids that are effective on all levels of the skin and perfect to have the skin looking its best. Manuka Doctor’s clinically proven patented Purified Bee Venom is an effective alternative treatment to antibiotic therapy for acne. This mask also contains Grape Seed Oil which is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants to help clean pores and create even skin tone. Aloe Vera Juice helps reduce redness and remove excess oil and dirt from the skin, and lastly Witch Hazel and Kaolin Clay help to draw the impurities from the skin. All these ingredients combined in the Manuka Doctor ApiClear Purifying Face Mask will have the complexion looking radiant and smoother in no time.
How I find it: I tried the mask the day I got it because I was very much in need of a detox for my skin. I washed my face in the shower then I used a synthetic face brush to apply the mask all over my face. The mask doesn’t smell very nice actually. It smells rather strange and the mask is quite thick. A decent layer took about 15 minutes to dry and washing off needed a bit of help with a wash cloth or a facial puff.
Overall: I love this clay-based mask that is not too drying on my skin. It draws out impurities and helps to reduce my sebum. This jar will provide many applications as you only need a thin layer to really do the job. After washing off, my skin feels clearer and less dull. The appearance of blackheads has diminished and no redness around my blemishes either.
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