Vegamour | Plant-based Holistic Hair Wellness

Hair wellness is especially important as we grow older. Our hair is our crowning glory and how it looks really affects our self-confidence. But of course, when we talk about hair, it isn’t just on our scalp; it also includes our brows and lashes. After all, brows and lashes are a big part of how we look. If not, there won’t be so many people going for brow and lash services.

Vegamour offered to send me some hair serum as it is their best seller, but I opted to try out their brow and lash serum instead. I have been using lash serum for a few years since I grew out my lashes some time back in 2018. As I have stopped buying the lash serum due to the increasing price and my last bottle was almost finished, it was really another case of great timing when Vegamour approached me.

Not only could I maintain healthy long lashes with Vegamour’s lash serum, I wanted to try to grow out my brows. At some point in time, I really can’t remember when, but my brows just suddenly became very sparse so I was really excited to try the brow serum!

Vegamour takes a holistic approach to hair wellness that incorporates clinically tested plant-based ingredients that work in tandem to promote healthy, beautiful hair naturally, without the use of harmful chemicals. It works in harmony with nature to achieve beauty without compromising health and sustainability. Vegamour creates direct, fair-trade partnerships to ethically harvest high-quality natural actives. 

Since hair wellness is for everyone, you don’t need to be experiencing any sort of hair loss to start trying out Vegamour’s products. The GRO and GRO+ Advanced collections are specifically designed for a woman’s physiology, taking into consideration that many products out there focus on men’s hair loss.

These are the applicator tips in the serum bottles:

The two main plant active ingredients are red clover and mung bean. Rich in isoflavones, red clover helps to minimise hair thinning and hair loss by acting as a natural DHT blocker. Mung bean contains copper, an essential element for scalp and hair health, and may strengthen the ability of the hair follicle to resist premature shedding.

I like that Vegamour products are clinically tested but still cruelty free. They are 100% vegan and hormone free so you can use the products with peace of mind. If you’d like to try out the brow and lash serums, you can get them as a set.

Results of course vary by individual. Visible results should be seen in 4-8 weeks, following the instructions provided. For the first two months, use the serums twice daily. In the morning, apply to clean, dry skin, prior to your makeup routine; in the evening, apply after you’ve washed your face and completed your skincare routine. Apply lash serum gently to the upper and lower lash lines, at the root. To apply brow serum, hold wand horizontally and apply gently along your brow line. Repeat daily, decreasing to once daily after two months and avoid oil-based remover or products.

I took a couple of before and after photos in the time I have used it. I can actually see very fine hair growing but they are not well-captured by the camera so you might not be able to see much difference. Anyway, I have not used it for 2 months yet, so I hope to see fuller brows then!

The growth in the brows is not very obvious in the photo but the lashes do look longer. Again, the photos do not show it, but my lashes look darker, thicker and healthier.

Overall, I would say that I’m happy with the products. I love that they are not formulated with harmful chemicals and cruelty free. And if you have lash extensions, you can still use the lash serum as it is oil-free and will not damage the extensions.

You can check out the full range of Vegamour’s products at their website. Summer sale is on now so you can get some discounts!

Disclosure: A lash and brow serum kit was provided for purposes of review. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions are mine.

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BeKind Skincare Review

In my last post, I shared my experience at My Cozy Room Boutique Spa where I did the Ultimate Pore Extraction Facial. At the end of the facial, I was given some samples of the BeKind skincare products used during the facial to try out. After using the samples, I was really impressed by the efficacy of the products and My Cozy Room very kindly sent over the full-sized products, including the one that I was intending to buy!

BeKind Skincare review

Having a soft, supple and dewy complexion right after a facial is a given. But I have found that with my normal facials, that effect doesn’t seem to last. With the BeKind skincare range, I have actually managed to maintain that, so much so I actually received compliments during the Chinese New Year visiting about how radiant I look, and how I seemingly have not aged. 😀

So let’s move on to the products I love! BeKind skincare products are curated to suit the local skin condition, especially in a humid environment in Singapore. They are especially effective against maskne, acne, clogged pores, dry skin and sensitive skin. BeKind products use natural and effective ingredients and do not include harmful ingredients such as Parabens that are detrimental to our skin and health. To top it off, the products are also 100% vegan and cruelty-free!

To start off my skincare routine at the end of the day, I will clean my skin first of makeup using micellar water. After that, I will pump out some of the BeKind Hydra Purifying Cleanser and spread it over my face with some water.

BeKind skincare review

The Hydra Purifying Cleanser is a botanical-based (Honey, Chamomile, Licorice extract) gel cleanser suitable for all skin types – even dry and sensitive skin conditions. It’s a powerful, hydrating cleanser that effectively cleanses the skin without stripping away moisture and maintains the skin’s pH level at an ideal 5.5.

It thoroughly deep cleanses the build-up of dirt and dust, makeup residue, sweat, and sebum that accumulate throughout the day. The honey and chamomile ingredients soothe inflammation and wrap the skin with a layer of protection and hydration.

After cleansing, I apply the Hydro Renewal Peel on my face. I only do this about once a week or so for maintenance. The Hydro Renewal Peel is a gentle yet deep-cleansing exfoliating gel with ingredients rich in vitamins (Sea Kelp), anti-ageing agents that boost cell turnover and renewal (Swiss Apple Stem Cell), and hydration (Deep Sea Water). I then proceed to rub in circular motions around the face and you can see the little white specks on my face after the exfoliation.

BeKind skincare review

As a natural exfoliator, it is incredibly gentle, packed with nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, and suitable even for sensitive skin. After that, I just rinse off thoroughly with water before proceeding to the next step.

This next product is my all-time favourite and and according to My Cozy Room founder, Celine, it is also a fan fave – the Hydra Soothing Toner. As I shared briefly in my previous post, I love how this smells and feels after application. It has a lovely calming and refreshing floral scent and the skin feels so supple after that.

You’d be glad to know that the Hydra Soothing Toner is naturally scented! It is an alcohol-free and antioxidant-rich toner enriched with botanical ingredients (Aloe Vera, Rosehip, Cucumber) to nourish and soothe all skin types while tightening open pores, especially after a warm cleanse.

BeKind skincare review

Rich in rosehip, which is essential for collagen production, the Hydra Soothing Toner keeps your skin healthy, plump, and properly moisturised. Together with aloe vera and cucumber, which contain antioxidants and calming properties, they reduce overall inflammation and irritation, especially as a result of external pollutants or maskne.

If I am sleeping in an air-con room for the night, I would apply the Hyaluron Repair Serum next, followed by the EGF Repair Cream. If not, I would skip to the next product.

The Hyaluron Repair Serum is a lightweight serum containing hydrating ingredients and medicinal plant extracts (Centella Asiatica extract, Rose extract) that provide intense repair, hydration, and a non-viscous yet dewy complexion for up to 72 hours.

This non-sticky serum absorbs exceptionally well into dry/normal skin types and is the perfect solution to dry, irritated, and acne-ridden skin.

BeKind skincare review

The last product I use is the EGF Repair Cream. The EGF Repair Cream contains antioxidants and premium ingredients like Swiss Apple Stem Cells, Hexapeptide-3 & Pentapeptide-3, and EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) that work together to uplift and maintain youthful skin and complexion.

BeKind skincare review

It promotes skin regeneration, stimulates collagen production, and improves cell turnover. I love how light it feels and it is non-greasy, so I don’t go to bed feeling sticky and uncomfortable.

I have actually not taken a photo of myself at night sans makeup but this time, I really felt confident enough about how dewy and plump the skin looks after a month of using BeKind skincare products. This photo is taken using the back camera of the phone so there is no auto beautifying of the face unlike the front facing selfie cam function 😛

I wouldn’t claim to have perfect skin but I’m very grateful to have such fine looking skin in my forties!

In case you’re curious about my daytime skincare routine, I use the cleanser, followed by the toner, the serum then finally, sunshield.

Overall, I really recommend the BeKind skincare products. I feel they are very reasonably priced for its efficacy. If you’re looking for a new range of skincare products, the BeKind skincare line is your answer. If you go for the Ultimate Pore Extraction Facial and follow up with these products, you’d be definitely pleased with the results, just like me!

Disclosure: I was provided with the products for review purposes. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions are mine.

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