The Beauty Shortlist 2017 Judge's Comments:

"This serum turned out to be an amazing discovery! While my skin isn't too uneven, it eased any areas of redness, such as around the nose almost immediately, leaving my skin looking more flawless and radiant and youthful as a result. It also softened and hydrated well, without being sticky or even remotely oily, and the other big plus is, it makes an ideal base for make up. 10/10." – judge's comment, 2017 International Beauty Shortlist Awards

"If you love a product that delivers quick results, this one worked surprisingly fast when we tested it. It's got 12 potent, natural actives including brightening papaya and strawberry, anti-inflammatory skin calmer licorice and protective cranberry and because the main moisturisers here include hyaluronic acid and quick-absorbing apricot oil, it almost immediately soothes redness while continuing to promote brighter, far more even skin tone over time." -  Fiona Klonarides, Founder of The Beauty Shortlist Awards

"If redness or uneven skin tone are ongoing issues for you, give this naturally active, fruit-powered illuminating serum a try. Our 2017 Awards judges took it for a 30-day test drive and it works" -  Fiona Klonarides, Founder of The Beauty Shortlist Awards

INSTRUCTIONS

Use 1-2 pumps and massage in circular motion for 10-20 seconds working from the chin and upward to cheek and nose and the forehead.

Apply in the morning and evening on clean skin or after Kathleen Silk Miracle Essence which nourish the skin with extra moisture.

Alternatively, our therapist recommends: wearing Kathleen Amazing White Illuminating Serum in the morning for brightening during the day and wearing Kathleen Glamour Ageless Anti-Aging Serum at night for rejuvenating your skin while you sleep.

1. Products should be applied only to clean skin.
2. Always cleanse hands and face thoroughly before applying any products in order to prevent germs, bacteria, dirt or other contaminating substances from being transferred from your fingers.
3. If you are an individual with sensitive skin, we recommend applying a small amount of the product to the inside of wrist or elbow area and leaving on for several hours as a "patch test". This process will help you to assess whether this product is compatible with your skin type before you apply it to your face or eye area.
4. For optimal maintenance of the efficacy and integrity of the product, do not expose to extremes of hot or cold temperatures. Ideally, products should be stored in a dry place at room temperature and away from areas of humidity or that incur frequent changes in temperature such as the shower or bathing area.
5. When using skin care preparations for the care of skin around the eye area, it is important to apply in gentle tapping motions along the orbital bone area expanding outward from the cheek toward the temple area, avoiding direct contact with the eye or immediate eye area.
6. Use as an overnight treatment or as an increase anytime moisturiser for very parched skin.
7. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if skin irritation occurs. Consult your physician if prolonged irritation ensues after removing product from affected area.

Blogger's Reviews

“What’s amazing about this serum is that it works so well before applying makeup. You can wear it all day to keep your skin super hydrated underneath your makeup."

“The enriched organic extracts provide intense hydration and reduce the appearance of dark spots, evens tone, and feels luxuriously smooth all while sinking in to the skin quickly and leaving no oily residue. I have seen a really surprising difference under my nose where I get dry red patches."

“Over the last month I have noticed a gradual difference in my skin. When I first applied the serum I instantly saw that my skin looked brighter. The serum is very light and glides effortlessly onto the skin. It absorbs quickly which means that it’s an easy step to add into my beauty routine before applying moisturiser. The more I used the face serum, the more noticeable changes I saw in my skin.”  

“I came across with this amazing, let me tell you it really is amazing, illuminating serum, and I had to buy it. So when I received it, at night I applied to my skin, I was stunned by it, so smooth my skin was. The application is twice a day, and it works wonders. So, I was thinking of writing this review after a month of using it, but you don’t need that much to see if its worth it. It really is. After a week and half I have no uneven skin, no marks on my face, no nothing. After using this amazing illuminating, my skin became so healthy, so radiant. I was just lost in words.”

“Here are my ten thoughts using this serum for the first time:

1. Oooh, I love the packaging, it looks really luxurious and “high-end”. It’s going to look very fancy in the bathroom!
2. Hmmm, there’s not much of a smell to it, I think I like that. No, wait, there is a faint smell and it’s really nice. I don’t know what it is but mmmm!
3. Jesus, this serum is thick. I thought it was going to be a clear thinnish liquid, but it looks more like a moisturiser! Crumbs!
4. Hmmm, I wonder how many pumps I need? Better go two to be sure. Damn, two is definitely one too many pumps, I’ll just try one next time!
5. This is gliding on like a dream.
6. I wonder how long I have to leave it before it’s dry? Oh, it’s already dry, that was fast!!
7. Oooooh, it’s made my skin feel so soft and smooth. I wonder if J wants to feel how soft my face is?
8. Bugger, have I moisturised? I can’t remember. I think I did.
9. Oh, I didn’t moisturise, I’ve just found my moisturiser in the dining room. I wonder what it was doing in there?
10. But wow, my face looks so hydrated and there are no dry patches at all!

I’ve now been using the serum for well over a month and my face definitely feels smoother, softer and even the bags under my eyes have improved (even though my sleeping pattern hasn’t!)“

Firstly the packaging looks incredibly luxurious and should definitely be out on display on a bathroom shelf. Secondly, it smells absolutely gorgeous, I just want to breath in the scent every time I use it (quite possibly being taken off to some imaginary spa somewhere).

This serum is a very thick, creamy white consistency and has the feel of a moisturiser. I wasn’t sure how much to use at first and probably went a bit over board. Believe me when I say you only need one pump to cover your whole face. My skin felt soft and smooth on the first occasion I used the serum and I instantly fell in love with it. I thought it would take ages to dry, but it glides effortlessly over my skin and absorbs in quickly. It makes an excellent base for applying my makeup and after nights where I hadn’t slept so well it made my complexion look as though I’d had a full eight hours.

After using the serum for two weeks my skin looks brighter and fresher, it feels much softer and smoother, and it looks and feels firmer. My complexion is more radiant and glowing than ever, the serum has even helped reduce dark circles and puffiness under my eyes.

It costs £62.40, so it’s on the pricier side, but I only had to apply this instead of using a separate serum, primer and a well known flash balm. I was so impressed with the results I shall be saving up to get my next bottle, but considering you only use the tiniest amount I believe this one will last me quite a while yet. I think it would also make a wonderful gift to recieve or to give a beauty lover for their Birthday or at Christmas too.

Over 12 enriched natural extracts provide intense hydration and I’ve been using it now for over a month. I can’t get enough of those essential oils and have seen the pigmentation on my cheeks diminish. Overall my skin looks brighter and the best part is I haven’t had any breakouts which sometimes happens when using rich cream serums.

Ingredient List:

Aqua, palm free vegetable glycerin, emulsifying wax NF (cetearyl alcohol & polysorbate 60), organic sunflower seed oil (helianthus annuus), olive oil (olea europaea), apricot kernal oil (prunus armeniaca), coconut oil (cocos nucifera), organic shea butter (butyrospermum parkii), stearic acid, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), hyaluronic acid (sodium hyaluronate), zinc oxide, vitamin E (tocopherol), papaya fruit extract (carica papaya), cranberry extract (vaccinium macrocarpon), strawberry extract (fragaria vesca), lemon extract (citrus medica limonum), allantoin, xanthan gum, phenoxyethanol, liquorice extract (glycyrrhiza glabra), silk peptide protein, ethylhexylglycerin, parfum

Active Ingredients:

Cranberry Extract

Contains powerful antioxidants anthocyanins (OPC) and flavonoid, which can protect from aging causes – free radicals, protect skin cells, reinforce collagen vitality, and inhibits bacteria and melanoma. As well as making the skin more smooth, bright and elastic looking.

Wheat Germ Allantoin

Anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, heals, softens keratin and has moisturizing functions. It can increase the smoothness of the skin and promotes cell replication.

Liquorice Extract

Grows in the sun and fresh air of the natural Mediterranean environment, rich in active substance Glycyrrhizin which has excellent benefits in improving eczema, dermatitis and allergic reactions because it has anti-inflammatory properties, immune and protective effects. It also boosts its whitening efficacy all-day long.

Strawberry Extract

This extract has sugar content as high as 6% -10%, and has a variety of fruit acids, vitamins and minerals that can enhance skin elasticity with a whitening and moisturizing effect. In addition, strawberries have purifying results making the skin look fresh and smooth.

Papaya Fruit Extract

Contains Carpaine, Pa-Pain, Rennin, β-Carotene all that help to improve the tone and texture of skin and also promote a healthy, whitening, moisturizing effect.

Lemon Extract

Rich in citric acid and vitamin C, can prevent and fade skin pigmentation, soothes the skin as well as lightening it.

Silk Peptide Protein

These proteins have excellent natural moisture-keeping and skin-nurturing functions.  They have a strong permeability, promote cell’s natural metabolism and also prevent the growth of melanin.

Apricot Kernel Oil

Soothes the skin, making it soft and retain elastic.  Also a rich source of antioxidants which slow the signs of aging. The oil is readily absorbed without leaving a greasy residue.

Organic Sunflower Seed Oil

This oil is rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acid for reinforcing skin elastic and preventing premature signs of aging.

Hyaluronic Acid

Retains over 1000 times their weight of water, it acts as a shock absorber and give skin tone and “bounce” it. 

Olive Oil

Contains antioxidants and vitamin E, can be easily absorbed through the skin, can effectively prevent the sign of cellular aging and skin spots less visible.

Organic Shea Butter

A natural skin super-food which substantially increase moisturizing, is anti-UV, helps acne, protects against wrinkles, promotes and softens rough skin.  It helps fine lines and wrinkles, reinforces micro-circulation, collagen production and making the skin stronger, suppler and younger looking.