VMV Hypoallergenics Red Better Flare-Up Balm

Introducing VMV's answer to crimson flare-ups, something like Avene's Skin Recovery Cream, the Red Better Flare-Up Balm. 

The Red Better line is specifically addressed to those with rosacea or hypersensitivity, but this salve can also be used as a quick fix for sudden redness. 

The product is clear and a bit gooey; a little goes a long way. It doesn't really substitute one's moisturizer, but acts more as a treatment. The ointment is quite tenacious, leaving a film on the skin until morning. 

This contains a milder form of azaleic acid, which is used to treat/calm rosacea. I find it does help with reducing and calming redness somewhat. 

Overall, ok to have on hand for skin emergencies, but for persisting, acute redness, I'd still recommend a dermatologist.

VMV Hypoallergenics Oil-Free Quick & Complete Makeup Remover

After a not-so-pleasant experience with VMV's Gentle & Softening Makeup Removing Oil, it was time to try its alternative, the Oil-Free Quick & Complete Makeup Remover. 

It comes in only one size, 140ml. 

The plastic bottle is simple and looks recyclable. VMV's revamped typeface saves its rather sparsely-designed packaging. 

The opening is quite huge, so be careful when pouring out the contents. 

It's true that it removes face and eye makeup quickly and painlessly. I usually use a cotton pad/ball to apply the product. It leaves the face slightly damp and moisturized; no stinging, burning, or other irritations. 

It's good that VMV prints out its manufacturing and expiration dates. 

Ingredients list. 

Some more. 

VMV Gentle & Softening Makeup Removing Oil

Running out of makeup remover, I sought out VMV again. 

It was a choice between water- or oil-based. In the end, I opted for the Gentle & Softening Makeup Removing Oil. 

It comes in a very simple white box with the description found on top and at the back.  

I initially thought it can be used as a cleansing oil, but spread all over the face with my bare hands, it was difficult to wash off the oily residue. 

In the end, I found the best method was as instructed, to apply it using a cotton ball/pad. 

Even then, it can be quite oily and I wipe it off with tissue before washing the face with the Red Better Deeply Soothing Cleansing Cream. 

It lifts off the day's dirt and grime when I don't wear makeup, which is most days; and when I do, it does a good job at thoroughly removing it. 

Above, the ingredients list. 

I'd probably look for a less oilier formulation for my next makeup remover. But for those who aren't bothered, this is a very effective, gentle makeup remover for the face. It didn't cause me any skin trouble in the form of breakouts. 

Do visit their website for a host of other products. 

Use within 12 months of opening. 

VMV Hypoallergenics Skin Savvy SPF 60

I'm probably flooding the blog with VMV's now, but just so to get it over with, here is the Skin Savvy SPF 60 indoor-outdoor protective perfector in the new 12ml packaging. 

 Again, in a glue-free box. 

Peek-a-boo!

This is the VMV Armada 60 in a tinted form. 

Creamy, reflective liquid. 

Medium to full coverage indeed. 

Warm-1 corresponds the best to my skin tone. The formula is quite thick for my skin type. While it covers blemishes well, it can sink into the pores at the end of the day. I like that I do not have to apply a separate sunscreen as I am very sure this protects me well from the dreaded rays. It also doesn't smell of sunscreen. For normal to dry skin types, this is a great tinted sunscreen -- on the foundation spectrum, not a tinted moisturizer do note. 

This is probably a great tag-along to the beach or outdoor excursions. The 12ml pump bottle is handy too, and quite practical as it is a product I wouldn't typically use the whole year round.

An introduction to VMV. 

Some skin care warning.

Ingredients list above. 

VMV Hypoallergenics Red Better Daily Therapy Moisturizer

On a VMV kick lately, I also took part of its Red Better Daily Therapy Moisturizer. 

I've been quite happy with Clarins' Gentle Night Cream, but I guess I couldn't pass up the Red Better promise of a therapeutic treatment. 

 It comes in the same packaging as the cleanser. 

To be succinct, I agree with the above product description. It is very gentle on the skin, causes no breakouts, moisturizes properly (although for my skin type it was better suited for evening use; a tad too heavy for morning use). I would have liked extra anti-agers in the formula, but it is nonetheless a well-formulated moisturizer for hypersensitive-skin types. It doesn't give that soft glow I get from Clarins, but that is nothing too disturbing that I wouldn't recommend it. 

It comes sealed for utmost hygienic purposes. 

VMV Hypoallergenics Red Better Deeply Soothing Cleansing Cream

I am greeting with good cheer VMV's latest Red Better line. How lovely for them to formulate products especially for treating the less-than-appealing crimson state of our faces. Make way for VMV's Red Better Deeply Soothing Cleansing Cream -- an ultra-mild cleanser that is friendly to the most troublesome of epidermises. 

It comes in VMV's typical white box. May I say am I so glad the brand changed their packaging's design?

The tube is made of soft, pliable material. One earns VMV points for returning boxes and empty containers. 

It contains a host of soothing ingredients. 

Inside. 

The cleanser is rich, creamy, and extremely smooth -- not far from vanilla milkshake. It doesn't give much lather, but that is the case for most gentle cleansers. I like that it doesn't make my skin dry/feel too tight. I do tend to use more product than a foaming cleanser, but it otherwise leaves the skin calm and clean. Please note that I use this as the second step in double-cleansing. If I were to skip my makeup remover, I would probably wash my face twice with this product for a totally clean face. 

Ingredients above. VMV, I noticed, uses coconut oil in most of its products. This cleanser hasn't caused me any breakouts or irritation. 

It is recommended to be used together with the other Red Better products. 

Some skin care advice. 

The light-brown print is soy-based. 

Glue-free box is a clever idea. 

Overall, it is an effective cleanser for people prone to redness and hypersensitivity. I am on my second tube and would continue purchasing for now.