Secondly, although heavily promoted as one of the star ingredients in Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm, the ingredients that make up the salmon complex are near the bottom of the ingredient list. The first 20 ingredients right up on the ingredient list are a combination of plant oils and extracts, wax and shea butter. This suggests that Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm is more of a moisturising balm, rather than something we can bank on the benefits of its salmon complex for wrinkle reduction. And as you might expect, it felt waxy and occlusive on my skin. Are you into sunscreen agents? We have shiny explanations(along with product lists) about others as well: Ethylhexyl Triazone, aka Uvinul T 150, another new generation sunscreen agent with super-high UVB protection Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Althaea Rosea Flower Extract • Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract • Tocopherol • Adenosine • Water • Butylene Glycol • 1,2-Hexanediol • Beta-Carotene • Tocopheryl Acetate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Soluble Proteoglycan • Sodium Dna • BHA • Parfum • Benzyl Salicylate • Benzyl Benzoate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hexyl Cinnamal • Hydroxycitronellal • Citronellol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract All four products are enriched with Salmon Triple Complex (containing salmon collagen, salmon PDRN and salmon proteoglycan) to deliver hydration and nutrients to skin while promoting firmness. They are also infused with Jeju fermented oil to prevent water loss, ceramide to restore a healthy skin barrier and glycyrrhiza (licorice) extract to provide antioxidant care. Extin C Balm

One of the points that weighs down Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm is its hero ingredient, the salmon complex of DNA, collagen and proteoglycans. Current data and literature does not suggest that topical application of these proteins can be incorporated into the skin for cell renewal or collagen building. The main concernwith nanoparticles is that they are so tiny that they are absorbedinto the skin more than we want them (ideally sunscreen should remain on the surface of the skin). Once absorbed they might form unwanted complexes with proteins and they might promote the formation of evil free radicals. But do not panic, these are concerns under investigation. A 2009 review article about the safety of nanoparticles summarizes this, "to date, in-vivo and in-vitro studies have not demonstrated percutaneous penetration of nanosized particles in titanium dioxide and zinc oxide sunscreens". The English translation is, so far it looks like sunscreenswith nanoparticlesdo stay on the surface of the skin where they should be.Beauty trends in the recent years have swayed away from complicated, excessive skincare regimes to simpler, pared downs routines with multi-tasking beauty products. Think sunscreens that double as moisturisers; or lip tints that also act as blushers…etc. Before Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm went viral on TikTok, it was featured frequently in K-dramas and music videos by international artistes. Korean actress Kim Go Eun is the face of Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm. The actress was seen using the balm frequently in her dramas, The King: Eternal Monarch in 2020 and and Yumi’s Cells in 2021. More recently in 2022, in Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm enjoyed significant screen time. Compared to the Extin C Balm and Aqua Balm, I found the Eye Balm’s scent more artificially sweet. Even though all four products contain licorice extract, I smelled that ingredient most strongly on this product. The Eye Balm is more translucent than the others, like a lip balm. It applies smoothly on skin much like the Aqua Balm, but with a slightly oilier finish, perhaps due to the extra nourishing care it offers to sensitive under-eye skin. My Thoughts: This is a lovely fine light mist with a light scent that left my skin dewy and fresh feeling. Mists are super easy to use, just hold the bottle about 6 inches away from your face and spray evenly. I tend to use mists a bit more in the winter when I’m feeling especially dry throughout the day. You can mist anytime for smoother, hydrated skin. There was a light scent but I liked it personally. I loved this mist. I haven’t used a mist in awhile, actually I think the Aqulabo Jelly Mist was the last one I used regularly. Mists seem to be something I forget I love. This one has been just appealing and rather addicting.

This list of ingredients represents all options or variants of this product. Actual ingredients in a given product option may vary from this list.

Oh, and one more thing: glabridin seems to be also an antioxidant, which is just one more reason to be happy about licorice root extract on an ingredient list.

The Aqua Balm shares the same pleasant scent as the Extin C Balm, and has a greenish tint instead of the soft pastel color of the Extin C Balm. Although it’s formulated with many of the same ingredients, I found that the Aqua Balm applies more smoothly on skin, with less of the chalky residue. There is just one catch regarding glabridin and licorice: the amount of glabridin in commercial licorice extracts can vary a lot. We have seen extracts with only 4% glabridin as well as 40% glabridin. The latter one is a very-very expensive ingredient, so if you are after the depigmenting properties try to choose a product that boasts its high-quality licorice extract. Tris-Biphenyl Triazine, aka Tinosorb A2B, the newest addition to the Tinosorb family that protects strongly in an in-between wavelength that most other filters miss

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Summer has come to a close and autumn is fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean that you should put your sunscreen away just yet. In fact, sunscreen should be a staple in your everyday skincare routine, even in the dead of winter. Similar to its exterior, the balm comes in a pale yellow color. It’s scented with a mild, slightly sweet smell. I wasn’t a fan of the chalky texture initially as it leaves some flakes and a white cast. However, once you gently blend it out with fingers, you’ll be good to go. Dr. Yadav especially likes EltaMD's products because they're designed to be comfortable and safe on all skin types, even the most sensitive and acne-prone. Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, aka Tinosorb M, the good buddy of our current molecule Tinosorb S Filmexel is an ingredient produced by Silab, a French engineering company. Not much is known about Filmexel except from the company’s promotional material. Filmexel is a biopolymer that forms a natural film on the skin to protect the skin as a barrier against allergens and reduce wrinkles. My review of Wrinkle Bounce Multi Balm

Collagen in skincare and supplements has also been discussed extensively in this blogpost Collagen Supplements & Skincare: Do They Work? But if you want a neat summary, collagen in skincare, even if hydrolysed or fragmented, have molecular sizes that are too large to pass through the skin’s basement membrane to be incorporated into the dermis. The Kahi Seoul Eye Balm is a targeted balm for the eye area to help hydrate the skin and help manage wrinkles around the eyes specifically. The key ingredients include salmon collagen and salmon PDRN to increase the synthesis of collagen in the skin and restore the elasticity of the skin. The balm provides instant moisturization and provides a shiny glow.

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I struggle with acne scars and uneven skin tone so I’m always looking for a brightening product. Many that I’ve tried were harsh and drying, leading to flaky skin. I love that this balm is highly moisturizing and nourishing. In addition to seeing my acne scars fading, my skin felt smoother and healthier over time. Aqua Balm