Za Perfect Solution Youth Whitening Serum Review

Each product from the Za stable, has made me happier than ever. I have never been more content with any skincare line before. Read my earlier reviews of Za products :
1. Za True white Liquid Foundation
2.Za true white day protector
3. Za true-white 2-way foundation
4. Za Perfect Solution Cleansing Foam Review
5. Za Perfect Solution Restoring Collagen Cream

Not only is it within the reach of the consumer with a mindful pocket, its as effective as any luxury cosmetic treatment. The serum dropped in last month and I was already very happy with the Perfect solution moisturizer, I kept this waiting till July! Moreover, anything that reads "whitening" tends to put me off. I wouldn't have tried it if I hadn't read about the reason behind "whitening". Well,they are referring to the control in melanin production which this serum has. Also, skin clarity improves giving the impression of whitening. At the end of the day, I would love if the product rids me off pigmentation, but yes without the word"whitening". Its been 10 days I am using this. Lets see if this impresses!

What the Product Says?

With Revolutionary RETINO-WHITE Complex, this Powerful Serum delivers unmatched Radiance and retains Youthful Luminosity in just 7 days.

Retinol Derivative reduces visible wrinkles caused by UV damage and aging, while its Breakthrough Intensive Triangle Technology improves skin’s resilience & clarity.

Dramatically reduces excess melanin and signs of aging giving Radiant, Youthful & Perfect Skin.Now get best of both worlds in a single Bottle:
Skin Clarity + Youth Retention!

How to Use

Apply morning and evening, after toner and before moisturizer.

Push pump twice to dispense serum onto palm and smooth over face.

ingredients

Retinol-White Complex: Retinol + 4MSK

Vitamin A Plamitate

Bio-Hyaluronic acid

Marine Elastin

Yuzu Seed Extract

Apricot Extract>

Honey Extract

APM (Vitamin C derivative)

Minerals: Magnesium & Calcium

*My Experience*

For once I did not read the application instructions. I applied the serum without the toner and the moisturiser and only once in a day. The serum is translucent with a runny consistency much like the perfect solution moisturiser. I like the pump and the fact that the bottle is travel friendly.

After 10 days of use, I could see a visible difference in my skin clarity,exactly like the brand promises. You know when a brand lives up to the claims, you gain confidence not just in the product but yourself ! I used to apply a BB-cream for acne scars and in 10 days, with just 1 application, the need for hiding the scars diminished, with the diminishing marks. My only concern was "retino" as the chemical retinol which is a derivative of Vitamin A and a common component of Acne creams, is something that makes my skin slightly breakout. I do believe I got a breakout or two due to the same or maybe it was the humid rainy weather in Bombay. Only time will tell. As of today, I am going to start using it twice a day and will be really excited to share results after 15 days with a detailed review.
Till next time, keep it clear & beautiful :)

5 things you should know about ZA:


1. ZA is pronounced as (Zee-ae) ....za za I know!
2. ZA is from the House of Shiseido, the largest cosmetic firm in JAPAN founded in 1872
3. ZA was launched in 1997 in Taiwan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia.
4. ZA was launched in India on April 2014  via Influential Bloggers posts ( Remember this Instagram post?)
5. I am going to review every ZA product before you use it! Nice, isn't it? :D


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Za Cleansing Foam REVIEW + {GIVEAWAY}[CLOSED]

I was bowled over by the ZA Perfect solution Restoring Collagen cream as you read in my review here.

I was naturally curious to try the entire PERFECT SOLUTION range. This foam comes with the same fuschia packaging which is so beautiful and catchy; now lets see if the product inside was impressive!

What the Za wbsite says:

This Cleansing Foam has a rich, resilient lather that permeates into the skin to gently remove impurities and make skin feeling plump, firm and glowing.

Removes excess surface cells to give clear, radiant and soft skin.

How to Use

Squeeze a small amount onto your palm and add warm water to create foam. Massage gently over face in circular motion. Rinse thoroughly.

ingredients

AMT (selective cleansing ingredient)

Yuzu Seed Extract

Minerals:

Magnesium

Calcium

Price Rs.399

WHERE TO BUY?

All product lines from Za are exclusively available at Shoppers’ Stop, Central, New-U, Health & Glow in Mumbai, Delhi NCR & Bangalore.

My experience 

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A small pea-sized amount is required to wash the face. It is a cream-based foaming facewash . Personally, I find foaming face washes very drying even for my oily skin as its important to keep the face hydrated and moisturised even if its oily. This face wash left my skin feeling fresh and clean however I felt it was drying my skin. I immediately felt the need to use a moisturiser . I therefore opened the Global ZA website and found out the usage. As you can see in the image below, the usage is face wash followed by toner and the moisturiser ,sealed with the collagen cream. I luckily had the moisturiser which is Elle Beauty awards winner for 2014. After that I felt my skin was finally feeling good. So , for me this delicately scented face wash will work only if I follow it with a moisturiser or else it is mildly drying. I have seen other people with just the opposite opinion however, you can only try it yourself to judge if it works for you. As for the anti-ageing bit, I strongly feel the Za collagen cream is my best friend and I could live solely on that. About the face wash's effectiveness to fight the anti-ageing process we might have to stick to the 4 step process to know the real results. 

The 100 ml tube will last a good 3 months with an extensive usage (Ideally twice a day is enough).  This face wash is part of the Perfect solution range and the recommended usage as per Za's global website is explained in the image below. I will advise trying the face wash followed by a moisturiser.

GIVEAWAY!

 

And now for 10 lucky readers, 20 travel size Za minis are up for grabs so you can stay fresh even while you travel! All you have to do is COMMENT on the blog & mention your {NAME, TWITTER HANDLE, CITY} and keep tweeting to us till tomorrow with hashtag #ZaGiveaway !  Results on Friday 28th November! Till then TWEET and REPEAT :)

 WINNERS

Till next time,

CIAO!

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{REVIEW} Za Perfect Solution Restoring Collagen Cream

"7 Trillion Collagen capsules" I gasped in disbelief and a sense of excitement, as I was about to try the ZA Perfect Solution Restoring Collagen Cream!

This bright shiny magenta tub has been a blockbuster product, the Za team told me. A day before I was leaving for my Paris trip, I packed this in. Ok, so its for smoothing fine lines but so what , My skin was suddenly breaking out with painful acne too. Wasn't acne my priority?

I did some reading on COLLAGEN + ACNE and blindly put the Za  restoring collagen cream in my travel bag, application started the moment I hit the airport for my midnight flight.


Now , let me share what I personally researched online( WEBMD website, primarily) :

WHAT IS COLLAGEN: (source)

Collagen is a key part of your skin's structure. It forms a network of fibers within your skin that acts like a framework.
In young skin, the collagen framework is intact and the skin remains moisturized and elastic. Over time, the support structure weakens and the skin loses its elasticity. The skin begins to lose its tone as the collagen support wears down.
Using your facial muscles -- smiling, frowning, or squinting, for instance -- is part of expressing yourself. That's normal, but it does stress the collagen in your skin. Over time, that stress adds up and contributes to facial lines and wrinkles.

ENEMIES of COLLAGEN: 3S- SUN,SUGAR,Smoking

COLLAGEN for ACNE healing (source) :

Collagen is a protein that's a building block of the skin. The new collagen can help fill in acne scars.
 A few weeks after you break out and scar, new blood vessels move into the injured area to give nourishment to the skin, which is why most early scars look pink, says Tina Alster, MD, (a Georgetown University professor of dermatology).Months later, collagen starts to form, filling in the injured section of skin. Because cystic acne destroys skin and fat, it can take up to a year for the scars to fade, says Ron Moy, MD, a former president of the American Academy of Dermatology.

OK, so after a lot of reading I knew Collagen would not harm but aid in healing my skin. The WebMD articles clearly point that Collagen creams help only skin surface while collagen injections fill up the skin for 4-6 months only to be repeated again. This means,the cream will help keep the skin supple for as long as I apply it or longer! Which is not bad considering other treatments that stimulate Collagen formation in the skin are invasive!

10  amazing days in France. Each night sealing the face with ZA restoring collagen cream,waking up each morning to a smooth and supple skin.Re-applying after bath too! I was obsessed as my acne -burst subsided without any additional treatment!

After 25 days:

Highly SATISFIED! Not that there are fine lines to be taken care of, but an acne-scarred face. Slowly I can see my scars disappearing. My skin is smooth and the fragrance makes me go crazy! If you can relate to my problem skin, then this cream is certainly for you. Even if you have a normal skin, which is uneven in texture or pigmented, the ZA collagen cream will work wonders !

FINAL VERDICT: Za Collagen cream is best used if you have crossed the age of 25 , as you start losing collagen at the rate of 1 percent per year. Highly recommended for maintaining a shiny,smooth
, healthy looking skin . According to my experience,works best for Oily-combination skin. Suitable even while you have cystic acne.This is certainly going to be my HG product for skin-healing!

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