{ review } Hada Labo’s Gokujyun SHA Lotion & Milk

Hi, my lovelies!

Today’s product is Hada Labo’s Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic acid (SHA) Lotion and Milk. First off, I was *very* excited to receive these products in the mail and I can’t tell you how happy I am to own them! Warning: This post is lengthy, because Hada Labo SHA Lotion and Milk might be my HG products where moisture is concerned!

The lotion:

One SHA Lotion is sold every 4 seconds in Japan, and with that and the fact that Japanese women are renowned for their natural beauty, I couldn’t stay away any longer! My bestie, Shelvi (from www.xiaovee.com) was present at their launch in Indonesia and she told me all about the products and what it can do for you. Of course, I did some research as well before my final decision. Try googling “Hyaluronic acid before and after”! It’s amazing!

Did you know Softlips are made by the same company, ROHTO Phramaceuticals?

Here’s the introduction video I’ve been watching and rewatching until I got my own:

It claims to hydrate your skin – one drop locks up an ocean. Of course I can’t read anything, because everything is in kanji and hiragana, but according to other reviews it really does it’s job well. I have yet to read a negative review about this baby!

With that said, the package is pretty simple and cute (but not over the top). I like it, because it reassures me that ROHTO Pharmaceuticals didn’t spend more money on the packaging than the product. The Lotion comes in a 170ml bottle and the Milk comes in a 140ml bottle.

Shelvi told me to take it slow and work into the products gradually as my skin might become over-hydrated, but did I listen? Nooo... *facepalm*

Upon first application my skin was so soft! I wanted to touch it all the time, but it wasn’t as smoothe as I wanted it to be. So, my hands ended up scratching at my blemishes... > n <

That’s why I have marks all over my face now (not to mention more pimples) – it’s not the products! My skin didn’t over-hydrate, but I’m taking it slow for now anyway. Better safe than sorry, right?

The Lotion’s texture is like a cross between a serum and a toner. You use it after cleansing your face (instead of a toner) and pat-pat it into your skin until it’s been fully absorbed. You only need 2 to 4 drops and it will cover your entire face (and neck). It absorbs quite fast, especially when it’s hot or when I just came out of a shower.

The scent is almost medicinal, but not too strong. I really love it – it feels as if I’m doctoring my skin! ^ w ^

You can’t see a difference. It’s not one of those products that I can show you before and after pictures (which was very frustrating while I was debating to buy it or not). However, you can feel the difference after just one use!

The Milk:

I only apply it before bed, because I still find it to be a bit too hydrating. I also use it when my skin feels slightly dry or traumatized. I’d like to try the UV milk instead, to be honest, and perhaps the sensitive range too. I have noticed when I use both these products in the morning every day, tiny bumps form on my skin (it looks like they’re filled with water). They go away quite fast though - so no worries.

The texture is a misture of a serum and a moisturizer – I take it that’s how emulsions feel like? Anyhow, there is barely any smell at all and it leaves my face with a healthy shine! Which I love, by the way. It doesn’t make my face anymore oily than it already is

I really love using these two! I can use the Lotion as my final (and only) moisturizing product for my day time routine and my skin stays fresh without drying out. My first reaction to the duo was: “Nyaaaa~~ So soft! ^ 3 ^” lol

I’m sorry for the lack of pictures once again, but I do hope this post was informative! If you live in South Africa (near me, prefferably) and don’t have a Paypal account to purchase it yourself, contact me and let me know if you want to go about a joint order. I will definitely repurchase these!

Also, before I forget, the seller Pandax1024 @ eBay has extremely safe and fast shipping! The products were delivered within 2 weeks – way faster than normal eBay sellers. This is also the only seller that offers free shipping for Hada Labo products to South Africa on eBay. *happy*

That’s all for now, have a great Tuesday!