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Home » Skincare » Scrubs » Review: Kiehl’s Ultimate White Surface Brightening Exfoliator

Review: Kiehl’s Ultimate White Surface Brightening Exfoliator

April 16, 2009 Paris B 45 Comments

Kiehl’s has upgraded their regular whitening range to the Dermatologist Solutions range i.e. more exclusive dermatologist tested range. I have 3 items from this line but I have to tell you about the Ultimate White Surface Brightening Exfoliator because I seriously love it and can’t stop raving about it!

Kiehl's Ultimate Whitening Exfoliator
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For all its wordiness, the Ultimate White Surface Brightening Exfoliator is a facial scrub. It comes in a 150ml tube and I really like it because it makes my skin feel baby butt smooth.

The brightening exfoliator is part of the Ultimate White range which is essentially a whitening/brightening skincare range. This is to be used after cleansing and before toner. I use mine in the shower after taking off my makeup for the day.

The amount I use is very very little – about 0.7cm. The first time I used it, I squeezed out about 1cm of the cream and I found that it lathers up something plenty which although nice ( I love the air cushion effect) I felt was a bit of a waste and takes a while to wash off.

Kiehl's Ultimate Whitening Exfoliator
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Add a bit of water to the liquid cream and rub it a little to create a rich lather before applying to a damp face. The scrub granules are very fine but because this is a scrub, do not rub it hard against your skin but use a light touch instead.

[note]

Some tips when using scrubs or exfoliators

  • Always apply scrubs or exfoliators on a DAMP face to avoid it rubbing too harshly against dry skin.
  • Always use a light touch to avoid the scrub granules scratching your skin.
  • Never scrub your skin too long or you risk scratching your skin.
  • Your skin should never look red or feel painful or tender after a home scrub. If it does, the product does not suit you or you may have pressed too hard against your skin.

[/note]

I gently scrub my skin in a circular motion a few times then rinse off. I don’t get the baby butt smooth skin feeling immediately but after 2-3 times using this I’ve found my skin feeling smoother and it feels nicer every time. My face does have a bit of squeaky clean effect after using this and another friend I let try said their face felt a little dry – but it was ok after toning and moisturizing.

The scrub is quite gentle so I use it every alternate day on an average of 3 times a week and thus far, no problems. In fact, when I returned recently from a holiday with slightly clogged pores, I used this scrub for 2 days running and on the 3rd day, voila! clear-er skin! So, yes this one is a keeper!

The nice thing I like about this scrub actually is the morning after. The morning after I use the scrub, I find that my foundation, whether liquid or powder, just glides onto my skin and once set with loose powder stays put, looking smooth and porcelain the whole day. I did not notice it until I got some compliments on how “smooth” my skin looked at the end of the day – can you say LOVE?! 😀

I don’t know about brightening because I am using a whole range of other products but I like how this scrub feels so I will be repurchasing. However, I don’t see that happening all that soon since I use only so little! I’m thinking that it may help lighten the appearance of acne scars – I have some serious pitted scars and they have been LOOKING lighter of late. I’m not sure if they are, but they sure LOOK better.

A 150ml tube costs RM105 and is worth every single penny because it will last a long while – at the rate I’m going, 6 months a tube is not impossible. There is a slight fruity citrusy scent but I like it so I’m not bugged by it. Kiehl’s stores are presently situated at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, 1 Utama and Isetan KLCC . They are pretty generous with samples so be sure to ask if there’s something you want to try – and if you buy something, they may even throw in a deluxe sample.

I think the Dermatologist Solutions Ultimate White line is Asia only as I can’t find information on it on Kiehl’s.com. I’ve already converted Beetrice – perhaps I might convert you too? 😉

Pros: Exfoliates the skin and leaves it smooth, Helps make skin a great base for foundation, Economical because you only need so little

Cons: I did not find any

Kiehl’s EcoTote Bags and RM0.50 discount

Kiehl's EnviroTote bag
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I came across this in the latest Kiehl’s newsletter. If you are into recycling, this would be right up your alley. A bag made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. Its made by an American company Enviro-Tote and retails at Kiehl’s stores for RM28.

Further, if you purchase an item from Kiehl’s Pavilion Kuala Lumpur or 1 Utama and refuse a paper bag, you will also get RM0.50 off your total purchase. That means the scrub would be RM104.50 – good wot? 😉

So do your bit for Planet Earth and refuse a paper bag (and get a discount) today!

Stay beautiful,

Paris B

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Paris B is a 40-something beauty and skincare enthusiast with a practical and very critical view of beauty products and the world of beauty. Her mission on My Women Stuff is to deliver clear, honest reviews and facilitate discussions about beauty trends and life, tempered with a healthy dose of humour. Let the buyer's remorse be ours not yours! When not testing the newest skincare creams and lotions, or playing with makeup, find her testing her culinary skills in the kitchen at Chez PB. Read more about us here or leave a comment below or connect with us on social media at Instagram, Facebook and Twitter!

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  1. lee says

    October 16, 2011 at 11:48 pm

    have u tried on Kiehl’s Rare Earth Pore Minimizing Lotion ? its seems to be quite effective in some forum .. any advice on that ?
    thanks ..

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    • ParisB says

      October 17, 2011 at 3:16 pm

      I have not tried it as its targeted for those with oily skin which I don’t have. I do however use the Pore Refining Masque which is very good!

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