[ R E V I E W ] : MAKE P:REM Tamanu Calming Serum

[Disclaimer: Product was gifted by brand but all opinions are entirely my own]. 

November is about to end and Christmas, as well as my birthday, is coming up fast. But if there's anything (aside from the Holidays) that excites me the most is the temperature drop lol. You might have already noticed that I'm becoming more and more engrossed with cozy Fall/Winter themed flatlays lately and I'm certainly enjoying every bit of it! 

On the other hand, the cold weather brings about more than just cozy flatlays, it also brings dryness and flakiness! Eeeekk!! I am undeniably one of the oiliest persons you'll meet, but yes, I quickly evolve into a dry, flaky potato during the Christmas season. That means another quest for me for the most hydrating products to battle the drought that is my face! Luckily, I was chosen as one of Make P:Rem's reviewers recently for their latest product release which is a hydrating and calming serum. How timely and relevant! 😍 Kindly read on below for my full review.

BRAND HISTORY:

Here's a little fine point about the Brand's name. MAKE P:REM is a blend of  the words 'pragmatism' and 'remedy'. And as their name insinuates, Make P:rem is heavily riveted at practical, helpful, and effective products, thereby eliminating overkill packaging. Furthermore, they incorporate multi-tasking ingredients in their products in the belief that skincare must put more highlight in what is solely necessary, therefore aiming to cut tedious routines in half.

WHAT IT IS:

The Tamanu Calming Serum is a top of the heap product packed with ingredients especially concocted to soothe and hydrate the skin, starring Tamanu Oil from Madagascar as its key ingredient.

KEY INGREDIENTS: (obtained from Credithink)

• Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract – Concentrated with antioxidant compounds, soothes skin, alleviates troubled skin, has anti-aging benefits
• Tamanu Oil – Recognized for its calming and healing properties. Improves appearance of scars and fine lines, in addition to inflammation and other forms of discoloration, 
• Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract – Also known as ‘Tea’ or ‘Green Tea’, packs powerful antioxidants, helps maintain collagen, reduces inflammation
• Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract – Scavanges harmful free radicals, boosts skin hydration, fights against appearance of fine lines
• Eruca Stiva Leaf Extract – Helps protect skin from the effects of the environment, packed with minerals
• Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Sprout Extract – Helps soften skin, increases skin hydration
• Brassica Oleracea Italica (Brocolli) Sprout Extract – Helps protect skin from the effects of the environment, known to regenerate cells
• Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract – Packed with vitamins, and helps treat irritated skin (reduces inflammation)

COMPLETE LIST OF INGREDIENTS:

Water · Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil · Butylene Glycol · Glycerin · Ethylhexyl Olivate · 1,2-Hexanediol · Niacinamide · Glycereth-26 · Sodium Acrylates Copolymer · Cetearyl Olivate · Sorbitan Olivate · Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate · Glyceryl Stearate · Stearyl Alcohol · Candelilla Was Ester · Sorbitan Stearate · Simethicone · Propanediol · Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate · Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer · Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans · Sodium Hyaluronate · Benzyl Glycol · Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid · Ethylhexylglycerin · Hyaluronic Acid · Raspberry Ketone · Citric Acid · Tromethamine · Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate · Acrylated/C1-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer · Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil · Citrus Aurantium Dulcis(Orange) Oil · Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil Juniperus Mexicana Oil · Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil · Copaifera Officinalis (Balsam Copaiba) Resin · Tocopherol · Adenosine · Sodium Phytate · Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract · Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract · Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract · Eruca Stiva Leaf Extract · Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Sprout Extract · Brassica Oleracea Italica (Brocolli) Sprout Extract · Lepidium Sativum Sprout Extract

VOLUME: 

50 ML

PRICE: 

$20.99 (On sale at Credithink)

$27.99 (Amazon)

CLAIMS:

• Deeply nourishes and hydrates skin
• Soothes skin irritation
• Reduces wrinkles, fine lines and signs of aging.
• Enhances skin complexion, resilience and texure.

DIRECTIONS: 

After cleansing, toning and other lighter skin products, apply ample amount all over face. 

IMPRESSIONS:

It is contained in an airless 50 ML pump. The scent of spice is a bit strong and the color is that of an Avocado Green. It is of thick consistency, thicker than usual serums.

EXPERIENCE:

I had been testing this serum for three weeks, usually at night, depending on my skin condition of the day. I also use it in the morning for whenever I have redness to soothe. I use a full pump in the morning and a couple of full pumps at night.

THOUGHTS:

PROS:

• The airless pump packaging is very ideal. This is to ensure that propagation of bacteria as well as oxidation will be prevented.
• Clears up any dryness and/or flakiness.
• Kept my skin moisturized and glowing throughout the day.
• The consistency might be thick but it is very lightweight, making application a breeze. It absorbs very well.
• No tackiness felt despite the evident moisturization it provides.
• This works especially well whenever I use exfoliating acids. It keeps my skin calm and hydrated. I can even layer this serum without feeling too sloppy.
• This is my first Tamanu-infused product and it has been very gentle on my skin. Did not cause any irritations despite me forgetting to patch test (oops).

CONS:

• The scent is a bit strong. I am clueless as to how a pure Tamanu Oil smells like but this one smells of ginger, or any spicy herb that I couldn't determine properly. If you are scent-sitive, you might not like it.
• Some might find $27.99 a bit on the expensive side. However, it has 50 ML of product and a little goes a long way. So I believe it is rather justifiable.

FINAL THOUGHTS: 

I find myself regularly reaching out to this product lately, especially on days when the climate drops. I have red patches all over my face which never seem to go away but this product helps a lot in reducing those. While it does not completely eliminate them, it helps make them less noticeable. I typically layer on this serum during my breakout episodes since it seems to calm my zits outright. Overall, this is a great serum perfect for those with dry, sensitive skin and rosacea.

RATING: 

4/5. A point less because of the smell. It's strong and while it doesn't bother me so much, it bothers my husband. 😅 Sometimes it reminds me of a spicy Indian or Thai dish.

REPURCHASE: 

For now, I won't be repurchasing just because I still have a lot of it. Also, I've mentioned this several times before, any product which is above $20.00 for me is already expensive. I honestly love this product but being a stay-at-home wife with no fixed income, this one is, unfortunately, pretty steep for my bank account.

Much Love,