lola's secret beauty blog: VT Cosmetics

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VT Cosmetics Cica Hyalon Mild Reedle Shot 50 is a customizable, "micro-needling-inspired" at-home treatment that is formulated to redone the texture of the skin and boost its radiance. This formula comes in five strength levels, and VT Reedle Shot 50 is made for sensitive skin. Their CICA Reedle technology employs the use of "ultra-fine needles" made with Centella Asiatica Extract, and its purpose is to stimulate skin renewal and therefore product absorption. I didn't experience any skin irritation, and I absolutely avoided the area near my eyes, but I would definitely recommend patch testing it to see if it irritates your skin. I tested out the VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 100 and their PDRN Essence last year, and really linked them both, as well (Review HERE).

The texture is a lightweight gel that melts into the skin immediately and it is neither greasy, nor sticky. I have definitely noticed that my skin is radiant and smooth, and I really like the way that my skin looks and feels after using this product. It is important to use a high SPF sunscreen when using active products of this sort, and I definitely make sure to use an SPF between 30 and 50 daily.

This is yet another K-Beauty brand making effective skincare products that are user-friendly and affordable.

According g to VT Cosmetics,

VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 50 offers gentle, all-day skincare. Perfect for both morning and evening use, its lightweight, mild formula soothes and calms sensitive skin, making it an stress-free and comforting addition to your daily routine.

Powered by CICA Reedle™ technology — ultra-fine needles made with Centella Asiatica extract — each shot gently stimulates skin renewal and enhances absorption. With five strength levels (50,100,300,700,1000), you can tailor your glow exactly how your skin likes it.

Benefits & Claims:

Formulated with CICA REEDLE, this product helps enhance absorption into dull-looking skin and supports visible skin revitalization.
Gently exfoliates and helps refine the look of pores, leaving skin smooth and revitalized.
Targets multiple skin concerns simultaneously, helping to promote glowier, smoother, and more radiant-looking skin.
Dermatologically tested and proven to be hypoallergenic.

Directions: After cleansing, apply an appropriate amount to a clean face.

Massage and roll it in to absorb, then press firmly with your palms at the finishing stage. Adjust the amount and frequency of use according to personal preference, and be sure to moisturize after use and apply sun care when going out.

Key Ingredients:

Centella Asiatica Extract : Helps absorption and delivers a calming, soothing effect to the skin.
Triple Hyaluronic Acid : Moisturizes and strengthens the moisture barrier.
Propolis Extract : Provides soothing and moisturizing benefits.

Ingredients: Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Glycereth-26, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Astaxanthin, Glucose, Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside.

Overall Assessment: For me, this has proven to be both gentle and effective, and it isn't cost-prohibitive.

$19.99 for 1.69 oz. from VT Cosmetics, Ulta, Amazon, Olive Young, YesStyle and iHerb (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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VT Cosmetics, which is an impressive K-Beauty brand, created Reedle Shot 100, which is touted as microneedling in a bottle. VT’s proprietary natural microneedles stimulate cells inside the skin to facilitate skin regeneration, restore skin health, and help active ingredients reach deeper. VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence 100, which is a hydrating essence, is best used after Reedle Shot 100 for seriously impressive results. The combination of these two outstanding products results in deeply hydrated and nourished skin that looks and feels soft, smooth, supple and rejuvenated.

VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 100, which is nicknamed "microneedling in a bottle", is available in 3 strengths (50, 100, and 300), and it is formulated to enhance the absorption of your favorite skincare products. The end result is healthier looking, and glowing, skin. Reedle Shot utilizes the principle of physical stimulation to your skincare routine by creating a serum formula that mimics the effects of professional microneedling without office visits or recovery time.

When applied to the skin, this essence-like serum causes your skin to experience a gentle tingle, not a stinging or a burning sensation, and then it allows all of your skincare products to sink in faster and deeper.

According to VT Cosmetics,

A next-gen K-beauty microneedling innovation for home use this bestselling formula uses patented bio-spicule technology to dramatically boost skincare absorption for visible results at home. The brand’s proprietary CICA REEDLE™ microparticles work inside the skin (specifically the stratum corneum) rather than just on the surface. These naturally-derived micro needles then stimulate skin cells, increasing the cell activity and accelerating the skin turnover cycle for smooth and healthy skin. The line also contains another key ingredient called CICAHYALON™, which soothes, hydrates, and strengthens moisture retention.

Benefits:

Formulated with CICA REEDLE, which contains micro-sized, mineral-derived particles that help enhance ingredient absorption into the skin.
Gently exfoliates and helps refine the look of pores, leaving skin smooth and revitalized.
Contains Centella Asiatica Extract and low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid to provide soothing and hydrating care.

Key Ingredients and Their Attributes:

Centella Asiatica Extract : Helps absorption and delivers a calming, soothing effect to the skin.
Centella Asiatica Extract: Helps absorption and delivers a calming, soothing effect to the skin.
Triple Hyaluronic Acid: Moisturizes and strengthens the moisture barrier.
Propolis Extract: Provides soothing and moisturizing benefits.

Ingredients: Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Silica, Glycereth-26, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Xanthan Gum, Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Cysteine, Methionine.

Directions: For skin care in the evening, use an appropriate amount on the bare face after cleansing and apply it gently with your fingers. After Reedle Shot 100 is absorbed, apply moisturizing skin care or skin care containing active ingredients to enhance the effect to finish.

VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence 100 is a nourishing and hydrating essence that works perfectly after you apply Reedle Shot 100. This 100% vegan PDRN essence, which is plant-based, absorbs faster than animal-derived alternatives. In fact, it is derived from wild ginseng, instead of fish which is often used, and it boasts an absorption rate 5.5 times more efficient than typical animal-derived alternatives (such as salmon DNA). The consistency, which is best described as a milky serum, melts into the skin instantly leaving it hydrated and glowing with the coveted "glass-skin bounce." It helps to soften the appearance of fine lines and leaves skin soft, smooth, supple and hydrated.

According to VT Cosmetics,

VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence 100 hydrates and nourishes with 100,000 ppm of PHYTO PDRN Panax, made with extract from wild ginseng, this essence supports skin elasticity and hydration. Achieve a radiant, glass-like glow while visibly smoothing and revitalizing skin.

Benefits:

Skin Firming and Elasticity Care: Infused with PHYTO PDRN Panax PDRN derived from wild ginseng, this essence helps support skin resilience and visibly improves the look of elasticity.
Skin Radiance and Natural Glow: Infused with Cerasome Complex Plus and Polyglucuronic Acid, this formula helps create a radiant moisture barrier that supports a healthy-looking glow.
Sensitive Skin Friendly: Unscented and free from irritating or overpowering synthetic fragrances. Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin.

Key Ingredients and Their Attributes:

Pyhto PDRN Panax PDRN: A phyto PDRN extracted from wild ginseng that helps promote healthy-looking, revitalized skin and supports improved firmness.
Cerasome Complex Plus: Helps strengthen the skin barrier and supports the formation of a radiant, moisture-locking film.
Panthenol: Helps soothe irritation, support skin recovery, and maintain a healthy skin barrier.

Ingredients: Water, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Adenosine, Ceramide NP, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Allantoin, Squalane, Panthenol, Polyglucuronic Acid, Ceramide AS, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Sodium DNA.

Directions: Morning Routine: After cleansing, apply Mild reedle shot 50 directly to your face, then simply finish with PDRN essence for your glowy skin.

Night Routine: After applying the VT Reedle Shot 100 or 300, apply a generous amount to the entire face. And for the best results, you can finish with PDRN Hydrogel mask for a deeply nourishing night care routine.

Beauty Tip: Use it as a primer before makeup or mix 1-3 drops into your foundation to create a healthy glow and smooth texture.

Overall Assessment: VT Cosmetics demonstrates that luxury skincare products, which are highly effective, can also be affordable. VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 100 & PDRN Essence 100 work brilliantly together, and my skin just seems to sparkle after use.

VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 100 $26.00 for 1.69 oz. from Ulta, Amazon, Olive Young and iHerb.

VT Cosmetics PDR Essence 100 $32.00 for 1.01 oz. from Ulta, Amazon, Olive Young and iHerb.