Singapore's Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has issued a public alert that they have tested and found 6 of Han's products which contained potent undeclared ingredients. Some of the ingredients includes hydroquinone, tretinoin, mercury and salicylic acid. These ingredients are prohibited to be used in skincare products and should be only issued under detailed medical supervision as they may cause harm if not being used properly.

The six products that are found having such ingredients are:

1. Han's Skin Care Flawless Day Cream
2. Han's Skin Care Flawless Night Cream
3. Han's Skin Care Treatment Toner
4. Han's Skin Care TRIAL Flawless Day Cream
5. Han's Skin Care TRIAL Flawless Night Cream
6. Han's Skin Care TRIAL Treatment Toner

Ingredients And Their Side Effects

Hydroquinone  - Used in western prescription medicine. Inappropriate usage could result in change of skin colour and hypersensitivity reactions.

Tretinoin - Also being used in western prescription medicine. Inappropriate usage could lead to skin redness and peeling of skin. 

Mercury - Regular application could lead to rash, skin discolouration and blotching.

Salicylic - High level of usage could lead to dry, irritated and red skin. 

The Black Sugar series are one of the hottest topics among beauty bloggers part from their Rice series which was also selling like hotcakes. Now that they have come out with a new product called Black Sugar Perfect First Serum. The serum contains mineral-rice Brazilian black sugar extract with multi fruit extracts of organic acid-rich papaya, orange, lemon and apple. It also contains brightening and antioxidant from extract of imbricated Hydnum, precious mushrooms and a nutritious plant, Maca.

The texture of the serum is watery with not very overpowering smell. In fact the smell is a bit similar to the fragrance of Black Sugar Wash Off Mask.

The serum comes with a special pack of two-sided cotton pads as well as an instructions on how to use the serum. One side of the cotton pad are for exfoliation (rough) and removal all the dead skin cells while the other side of the cotton pad (smooth) is for patting the skin to absorb the remainder serum.

Black Sugar Scrub Foam

Softly exfoliates and hydrates with Brazilian Organic Black Sugar, without reaping skin of its natural moisture. Relieves thirsty and flaky skin without irritation.

Smoothly cleanses and hydrates with Brazilian Organic Black Sugar, without reaping skin of its natural moisture. Relieves thirsty and flaky skin without irritation.

Blogger Reviews

"This is the first mask that actually visibly reduces my pore size and removed my blackheads!" Airi's Blog

A light and refreshing gel. Contains vitamins, antioxidants & is fortified with acids & enzymes to remove dead skin. Cleanses & reduces excess sebum, giving skin radiance.

Instructions: Apply to moistened skin and gently massage. Wash off with lukewarm water.

150ml

Apple Vinegar Water Foam Apply desired amount and gently rub in circular motion.

Instructions: Wipe off with tissue or wash off with lukewarm water. Gentle cleansing with Apple and vinegar extracts for oily and complex skin. Regenerates cell metabolism and prevent excess sebum production. 150ml

This transparent foam cleanser feels light and refreshing when applied on the skin. Also contains Honey & Pomegranate extract for added moisture.

Instructions: Apply an appropriate amount to wet palms to foam. Apply to skin softly and thoroughly as if to massage. Wash off with lukewarm water. 130ml


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The Omija whitening serum is a light essence that brightens your skin without any oily or sticky after effects. It's easy to apply and my skin looked brighter immediately after application. The Omija line is one of my favorites as it contains the patent-awarded Omija herb complex and it smells wonderful, of course. Another added bonus is that my skin felt soft the next day as well, so it's a great plus!

I speak highly of the Omija line as it really does brighten your skin immediately after application and it also hydrates it at the same time. The original bottle also comes in a pump bottle so it's designed to make it easy to use. The product is light and also absorbs easily into your skin without any greasiness after.

To date, the Omija line is one of the best skin lightening line that I've used. It doesn't whiten your skin, but it brightens it in a way that makes your skin glow and feel extremely refreshed. This is a product that I can use daily without getting sick of it or feel like it's too much. The serum is to be used after your toner and before your emulsion/cream application. However for this, a little does not go a long way and you might have to use two pumps of serum instead of one.

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Anti-oxidant black raspberry extract and jayangboeumdan and cheongyeondan extracted from 12 medical herbs correct the skin balance and make your skin shiny and vitalized. This enriched and high nutrient ample, which keeps sensitive skin (caused by UV ray, pollution and stress) healthy, adheres well right after application, rapidly absorbing water and oil into your skin and forming film to inhibit the evaporation of moisture.

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This is a lovely serum that not only helps your skin retain moisture, it also facilitates the balance of the "Yin" and "Yang" energies in your skin to keep it young, if you believe in the Asian superstition. The scent of herbs is not as strong as I thought it would be, in fact it was quite good and it absorbed really quickly into my skin.

After using it, my skin felt soft and way more moisturized and the best part is, the product did not leave my skin feeling oily. It is rather cooling and refreshing and it's not too heavy. The best would be to use this product first, then use the Black Raspberry Youngyang Cream. I also love how they have 12 different herbs in the product that is supposed to make your skin glow. The herb scent is definitely not as strong as the cream.

Texture-wise, it is a watery liquid that will absorb quick into your skin. All you have to do is put it on your fingers and tap it onto your face. However, I would only really recommend this product for people aged 30+ or for people living in extremely dry conditions as humid/hot weather would only make your skin oily. However, it has anti-ageing properties as well so it is a good product to start with if you are looking to prevent ageing.

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Once again Skinfood and widens their product line and this month they are going to introduce new products into their current product lines !! Too busy today to add in the photos. I will get it up asap. As for now, you can search for other products by Skinfood !

Facial Water Vita-A (Mist)

Facial Water Vita-A (Total Fluid)

Facial Water Vita-A (Gel Mask)

Facial Water Vita-A (Cream)

Facial Water Vita-B (Mist)

Facial Water Vita-B (Total Fluid)

Facial Water Vita-B (Gel Mask)

Facial Water Vita-B (Cream)

Facial Water Vita-C (Mist)

Facial Water Vita-C (Total Fluid)

Facial Water Vita-C (Gel Mask)

Facial Water Vita-C (Cream) 

Facial Ice Vita Cooling Stick

Facial Ice Vita Tonic

Facial Ice Vita Mist

Hi all,

My dear editor is currently away for studies and she might not be back anytime to write reviews for skinfood at the moment. Therefore, I would greatly appreciate Guest Reviewers to come by and drop us your reviews, even if it is at your blog, we would really hope that you can link back to us and let more people know about Skinfood !!

Pixie Palace has introduced a new feature and every week, we will produce 10 different skinfood products each for sale on the blog. Please take note that the shipping duration will be indicated below of each item as different Skinfood product may have different shipping duration. All items listed is in USD.

This shopping spree is in first come first serve basis and in order for you to get the item, please reply to the post with an email which you are using and we will send the invoice for confirmation.

Currently, we only take in payment through Paypal only. We will be expanding the payment mode in the near future.

This shopping spree ends at 2nd April 2011.

Item No. 1

Skinfood Peach Sake Toner 135ml

Selling Price: USD 23

Shipping Fee: None

Shipping: 2-3 weeks, International

Item No. 2

Skinfood Agave Cactus Prime Gel (Anti-wrinkle and Brightening) 40ml

Selling Price: USD 20

Shipping Fee: USD 8

Shipping: 2-3 weeks, International

Item No. 3

Skinfood Black Sugar Wash Off 100g (AVAILABLE IN SINGAPORE ONLY)

Selling Price: USD 12

Shipping Fee: None

Shipping: 2-3 days, Singapore Only

Item No. 4

Skinfood Aloe Sunscreen BB Cream SPF20 PA+ (UV Protection)

Selling Price: USD 18

Shipping Fee: USD 7

Shipping: 7-10 days, International

Item No. 5

Skinfood Seaweed Emulsion for Men (130ml)

Selling Price: USD 18

Shipping Fee: USD 7

Shipping: 7-10 days, International

Item No. 6

Skinfood Tea Tree Toner (130ml)

Selling Price: USD 15

Shipping Fee: USD 5

Shipping: 2-3 weeks, International

Item No. 7 

Skinfood Coffee Creamy Sheer Lipstick - PK303 Strawberry Milk (3.5g)

Selling Price: USD 12

Shipping Fee: USD 5

Shipping: 14 days, International

Item No. 8

Skinfood Almond Moisture Jojoba Oil Essence (8ml)

Selling Price: USD 6

Shipping Fee: USD 2

Shipping: 14 days, International

Item No. 9

Skinfood Rose Essence Lip Volume Gloss - #10 Apricot (4.5g)

Selling Price: USD 17

Shipping Fee: None

Shipping: 14 days, International

Item No.10

Skinfood Gold Caviar Moist Fitting Cake SPF25 PA++ (11g)

Selling Price: USD 30

Shipping Fee: None

Shipping: 14 days, International

This is a rich cream that contains 12 medical herbs and boy, are you able to smell the herbs! It certainly doesn't have a perfumed scent but the smell of the herbs aren't particularly nasty as well. The cream is extremely rich and should be used sparingly- it is recommended to women aged 30 and above for the prevention of ageing and wrinkles.

"The natural ingredients together with anti-aging peptides facilitate collagen production to minimize lines, wrinkles and give skin a smoother and suppler feel with improved resilience."

It also deeply moisturizes your skin without being greasy, although you will feel a bit of residue on your face. My skin definitely felt soft the day after applying, but slightly too rich for me living in a humid country and having younger skin. I think it is certainly more suitable for older women as it has collagen producing ingredients as well.

However, for young women staying in dry weathered countries, it is definitely worth to give it a shot as it's richer than other moisturizers or face creams. It is therapeutic and will make your face feel soft and supple!

This is a wash-off mask which is gentle and mild on your skin. When I first heard the word 'rice', I wasn't very keen on trying it. However, the grains are soft and aren't harsh on your skin; it's even great for a gentle exfoliation and makes my skin feel fresh and fantastic.

As I use several times, I noticed my skin becoming clearer and brighter. There's also a delicate smell that isn't overwhelming. It doesn't clog your pores and with it's safe ingredients, it's suitable for all skin types- even sensitive skin. Have I mentioned that it also makes your skin feel incredibly soft and supple? It's not harsh on your skin, especially with the exfoliation therefore it can be used more frequently in the week, perhaps 3-4 times instead of the usual 2-3 times. However, it is not a face scrub.



For this product, a little goes a long way. I don't think there's a need to use a heap of it, just enough to cover and massage your face with and you will definitely be able to feel the difference. Another point that I have to add is that it does soothe my skin, although it does dry it out a little. Perhaps it will be best to use a good face moisturizer after this. It is a wonderful product for people with normal to oily to combination skin.

Rice Mask Wash Off Hot Deals !
Love Your Skin (Singapore), S$ 20.00 (UP S$ 25.50)

Like the Vita-A mask, the Vita-B mask is made of a gel texture that cools your skin as you attach it on. The mask is infused with complexes of Vitamin B that is known to be the best vitamin for the healing for acne-prone or oily skin. As inflammation of the skin is known to be a part of Vitamin B deficiency, this mask is perfect for people who have extremely irritated skin.

The vitamin complex also relieves dry skin and hydrates it without any greasiness of any sort. As Vitamin B-complex is known to be essential for the skin cells to produce energy, this mask feeds these vitamins directly into the pores of your skin, rejuvenating it with radiance and leaving it glowing.

The other masks in the series also include the Alaskan Glacier water which is one of the purest forms of water, infused with oxygen, hydrogen, minerals and ions. This mask is also perfect for people above 25 as it soothes skin deficiencies caused by aging.

Have you ever heard of a gel mask? Nope, me neither. I am just absolutely surprised by this mask- it is in a gel form that feels like a thin silicon film. It is non-oily, non-sticky but just stays put on your face. Once it sticks onto your face, you can feel it cooling down your skin immediately and I suppose the gel texture helps it to seal the vitamins into your skin for best results.

It is pumped with Vitamin A that soothes your skin and cools down the irritation and redness. I can't even begin to explain how wonderful this mask is- looks like I won't be steering away from this one for long! Vitamin A is also a wonderful product for the healing of the skin. The product also claims to hydrate your skin and my skin really felt like it was drinking up the moisture. Best part? It is non-greasy.

The mask also has a unique ingredient: Alaskan Glacier Water. It's supposed to be fresh water with mild alkaline PH that's enriched with oxygen, minerals and ions. You have to be delicate and careful when putting on the mask though, as it is of a gel texture, it breaks and tears easily. But once that mask is on, your skin is definitely being pampered.

This mask sheet is recommended for people with complex to oily skin. It contains minerals from the sea which helps to balance the skin by keeping it moisturized but yet controlling the oil at the same time. It does contain alcohol, but I don't feel like the smell is overpowering or anything like that.

I particularly like the mask sheet itself. A lot of mask sheets have small slits or holes if you will that is difficult to stretch along the face. But this sheet was thin and easy to attach and it didn't feel uncomfortable at all compared to other mask sheets. Perhaps it was the material of the sheet or just the overall lightness that I felt.

The mask was cooling and definitely refreshing. You can feel it cooling your skin even after 15 minutes of application. To be honest, it felt a lot more like aloe or cucumber opposed to sea vegetable, which is an added bonus since 'sea vegetable' doesn't sound very appealing. After detaching and patting the excess liquid into my skin, I felt my face plump full of moisture without being sticky or greasy. My face did look more refreshed I personally think it helped cool down the irritated parts of my skin.

Bottom line is, I would most definitely buy this again and stock up to use it regularly. It's a good mask, not too rich nor oily, to help maintain your complexion!

The Fresh Juice C Cream is a moisturizing cream that has Vitamin-C deriatives engineered into the it, and we all know that vitamins are always good for the skin. It's a light, gel-like cream that is not sticky nor oily and is perfect for hot weather or to use as a day cream.



It has a nice, refreshing citrus smell and the product boasts to lighten your skin. While I have naturally fair skin, I do not notice my skin transforming any whiter, but rather, more vibrant and radiant. Say goodbye to dull skin! I suppose the vitamins wake up the skin in a good way. This is definitely a good product to maintain your skin, not to make it any whiter.


It actually is really good at hydration and it absorbs really quickly into the skin, leaving your skin smooth and supple without any residue. I would continue using this as a day cream during the summer as it really does give me a brighter complexion and I love the texture of the gel. Have I also mentioned how absolutely adorable the packaging is? My only gripe about the product is that it's in a jar form, and for a moisturizer/face cream, that's not my personal favorite form.

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