Most people are guilty (or unashamed) of “retouching” their profile photos to achieve pore-less and sparkling skin. Removal of eye bags, whitening of the face, removal of dark circles and applying bronzer to the face and nose are some of the popular edits that we are all well aware of. The same is being done with photographs we pine over magazine covers, brochures, editorials and ad pages, especially those promoting fashion and beauty.
I don’t know if these tricks and tweaks are necessary when we become users of really great products in the market that promise to deliver grand results. Can frequent or regular use of these “seemingly magical” products be the key in eliminating the practice of airbrushing or photo-editing? Probably, yes? Or slightly?
There’s nobody I know so far who can prove a positive answer. Despite not having any proof, I still make it a point to keep my skin hydrated and protected. Seeing real life coming back at us in the form of premature wrinkles, postβhigh school zits, surprise flab, blemishes and other imperfections made me a bit of a maniac about taking good care of my skin. Let me share with you how much I appreciate Biokos products.
Review of Biokos Eye Shield Treatment and Intensive Brightening Creams
I have been applying the Biokos eye shield treatment on my under-eyes and above the lash line nightly since the day I met Professional Artist Cosmetics (PAC). Like PAC, Biokos is an Indonesian line / brand by Martha Tilaar. The Biokos eye shield treatment with bio-aloe vera extract boasts a patented formula that combines the anti-aging properties of Immortelle flowers with plant-derived active ingredients that help fight signs of aging.
Biokos offers a complete skin care treatment for the age 20s (Pure Balance: with bio-hazel extract for oily skin), 30s (Vital Nutrition: with bio aloe vera extract for dry skin) and 40s (Age Repair: with bio-seaweed extract). The store staff recommended me to get the one for 30s although I’m only 24, when I told her that I have normal skin (not too oily and not too dry). I thought, whatever lor, I just wanted to try it to see if my eye bags and dark under-eyes will disappear.
It has been a month now, and the eye bags (for once were a source of low self-esteem) are now flat and gone, and so were the puffiness and dark under-eyes. Well, surprise surprise! π
Another good thing is that I just consumed a super tiny bit of the cream so I think that this product can last for the next three months. How do I apply the Biokos eye shield treatment? As advised, I pat it evenly and gently around the eye contour area until it gets absorbed by the skin. The brand rep said that it can also be applied before putting on foundation / primer of make-up in the morning.
Along with the Biokos eye shield treatment, I have also started to use Biokos Derma Bright Intensive Brightening Day Cream SPF 25 and Intensive Brightening Night Cream β both of which also slow down the appearance of aging. Application area includes the face, bottom-up, to the neck towards the jaws. The consistency of the creams is rich and smooth, watery and not sticky. It does not leave a greasy feeling or make the skin look shiny.
Wrap Up
Itβs not every day that beauty products excite me in such a way that I feel possessed to tell everyone about it. Thatβs precisely what’s happening now. I love Biokos products because aside from the fact that they are effective (in my case), all ingredients are organic. They are plant-based (not obtained from chemicals), dermatologically safe (not tested on animals) and they smell great and go on lightweight!
I use Biokos not to attain “computer-generated perfection” because it’s not “Photoshop in can” that I have here β but to feel excited about the thought of waking each day knowing that I’m doing my part in taking care of my skin without feeling guilty. π
To know more, you can check out Biokos website or visit the Biokos Philippines Facebook Page and Bioko Philippines Twitter Account.
About Rochkirstin Santos-Sioco
Health and technology freak. Food and lifestyle blogger with a large appetite for food and travel.
i heard that plant based beauty products are very safe and effective as they are natural/organic. i’ll give this product a try since i am looking for a good day cream:)
What’s good is itβs free from harsh chemicals that generally have side effects. One thing that I like the most in the creams is the feeling of a rich moisturizer on the face without me looking like a shining ball or something. It did not cause any break outs on my skin. Another thing that I really liked is that it completely works to soothe out the dry patches on my skin.
I am looking for a good eye cream too. How much is this Biokos by the way?
Price ranges from PHp 600+ to PHp 2000+, depending on the product. You can check out premiere stores of SM to know more. π
It’s nice that you found a product perfect for you and the eye shield and the cream looks really effective.
Yes, it’s tough to find one when faced with a lot of brands in a beauty store. So I’m very glad that this one passed. π
It’s nice that the product gives you perfect skin and delivers you great results.
This cream is very easy to absorb even on my combo skin w/ oily T-zone. It doesn’t have any strong scent, which is nice and my skin feels calm the next morning.
Ohhh I interested with this. I feel excited too whenever a product works for me so much. Will check them out. My eyes badly need this product π
Hehe. You can maybe try the one for 20s or 30s. I’m thankful that there are campaigns now related to beauty and skincare saying that we don’t have to wait or we should not wait when we get old to apply these sorts of creams. Looking young is essential especially when we face a lot of people. π
This is my first time to hear about this product. I will try to check this item and see if it is something I can use π
It’s not a household name noh? Even so, it’s worthy to try. π
I see the need to use eye creams na talaga and any other product that can brighten the color of my eye bags! LOL I will check this product soon na talaga π
The skin around the eyes is 10 times thinner than the skin on our face and it ages 36 percent faster, so it’s really a must to treat it with a little extra TLC. π
because the product is organic, it will be safer to use π
Yeah. It’s a high performance eye cream, featuring powerful botanicals and plant ingredients to help improve skin firmness, provide long-lasting moisture and help reduce the appearance of fine lines while intense brightening properties help to fade dark circles and puffiness. Skin feels firm, smooth, hydrated and looks luminous.
This is safe kind of eye-bag treatment and face-whitening. My wife has already white skin face. She doesn’t this anymore. But for others this is good if only they know about this.
Wow lucky you have a wife who has “Snow White” skin. Everyone aims to achieve the same. Stay healthy and beautiful. π
Wow, this looks like a good product and would like to try this for my eye bags hehehe. I’ll check their FB and see how I can get hold of this product π Thanks for this.
You’re welcome! π Using this product, at least according to me, really helps remove the puffiness around and underneath my eyes. The eye area is very thin and delicate so you have to be very gentle.
wow i wanna try this out! As you see in my photo, my baggage is pretty obvious hihi π Biokos is actually new to me, i will check their website ,. Thanks a lot for this post π
Haha yeah wearing great clothes and bongga outfit would not help if our face is not clean and groomed. π
I need this the product to even out my skin tone and make my pores tighter! =)
Yes this is good for you especially when you are over exposed to the sun.
Yes, I usually go out in the sun without any SPF so my skin looks pretty damaged. Haha will definitely consider this product. π
Biokos is an expensive dermatologist formulated skin care products. Having an eye cream is essential to one’s skin care regimen. Thanks for sharing
It’s relatively expensive when compared to everyday products you can see in the kitchen like some vegetables, oils and fruits that you mix to form your own skincare solution.
I am so happy that you’ve found a product that is perfect for you. As for me I am still in searching for mine. I might give this one a try and hopefully they have some sort of sampler kasi medyo mabigat sa buls kung bibili ka ng product then at the end itatambak mo lang kasi hindi hiyang sayo.
Ah yes. That’s a good suggestion / move for them to take – joining sample beauty loots like BDJ or The Sample Room can make way for more profits. π
Cool!
No need for photoshop with this product…
Glad you found this one.
Hehe yup! π I don’t need to edit my eye area but the overall picture still might need Photoshop’s help in controlling the brightness, saturation and contrast.
I definitely need that. eyebags have been my problem ever since. how much? hope it’s affordable
Not much affordable than other brands but quality is really good. The brightening creams are over PHp 1k; the eye cream is just PHp 499.
Well, for my eyebags and other facial wrinkles, it can be? I need to try this..
Haloo! I don’t know if these products are also suitable for guys to use because there are really those skincare regimen for women and those only for men. You can try asking the beauty counters for advice to have your skin look younger and also bright-eyed before you know it.
Seems a good product to try but a little bit pricy. BTW, what’s wrong ba about eye bags. I find girls with eye bags cute eh.
Talaga? Whoa siguro a bit is okay because it’s natural to some people’s faces but too big is bothersome. π
waaah! hOW MUCh for this one? I’m seriously having sleeping disorder since last week and the conclusive proof is my eye luggage!
Hmmm as far as I remember, it’s PHp 499. Cucumber slices might also help.
Because of competition, manufacturers nowadays are doing their best to make their products worth buying.
Yes, and that’s good news for consumers.
Oh wow, you actually got Indonesian cosmetics in the Philippines? *a moment of national pride, please :p*. I had no idea! I knew we’re importing some cosmetics to Singapore and Malaysia, but wow… I guess it’s spreading out a lot more than i know *i feel very bad*. And that sounds like a fantastic product! I should totally try it out, Indonesian bloggers (me included) should be hanged for our little experience and reviews on our own local made products, we’re too infatuated with Korean, European and US brands instead, such a shame!
Haha I had the inkling you would react like that since you’re from Indonesia. Before knowing Biokos, I didn’t know that Indonesian brands are also good. Now more and more Filipinos use their products. π
I’ve heard Biokos before and I’m also on the look for an under-eye treatment. Been neglecting my undereyes lately and some premature wrinkles are starting to show π
Aww Biokos is a good product but you may also try to find one that suits you best.
Are these products suitable for 60+ and will I still get good results