Tried & Tested: OLUMES, the Malaysian skincare that harnesses the power of Mother Nature
In recent years, many homegrown Malaysian beauty brands have entered the skincare game and one of the latest that caught a lot of attention is OLUMES.
With its name translating from the word 'beautiful’ in the Kadazan-Dusun language, OLUMES is a label that prides itself on embracing the age-old beauty secrets of the Kadazan-Dusun people who harness the powers of rich exotic Bornean botany for beautiful skin.
And at the core of the OLUMES brand is the 'Kalalit' extract, a liquid harvested from rainforest wood, which Kadazan-Dusun elders believe to be the revitalising touch to a flawless complexion.
On top of that, OLUMES also stands as an ethically produced, fragrance-free clean beauty brand. Some of the core values from the brand include responsibly sourcing all ingredients locally with minimal damage to the rainforest, no animal testing, focusing on vegan-based formulas and strive for recyclability for its various packaging and design.
Within the OLUMES family, there are currently two star products – The Refining Lotion and The Satin Cream, which we have tried and tested to see their effectiveness and we decided to share with you what we think about them.
With only two products within the range, it might seem little as most beauty regime and routines usually involve more than five steps but rest assured, these two products pack enough power for a simple yet effective routine for picture-perfect skin.
This is all thanks to OLUMES's belief in multitasking formulas, which targets multiple skin issues, all at the same time. In addition to that, the 'Kalalit' extract used in both products contains an active ingredient called brazilin, which studies indicate to possess biological activities that work as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant and potent anti-photoaging agent.
THE REFINING LOTION
First, let's talk about The Refining Lotion – a post-cleansing solution that consists of 6 youth-boosting peptides and 3 sources of probiotics that promotes cell renewal and boost collagen and elastin production for more plump, radiant skin.
Upon application, this lightweight lotion absorbs immediately to the skin and provides a clean and revitalising sensation.
With AHA, BHA and PHA acids incorporated inside, the lotion also gently exfoliates the skin to provide a visible boost of radiance and clarity. Along with the use of Centella Asiatica, the lotion can soothe irritation and clarify the skin to reveal a glow like never before – which is ideal for those with acne-prone skin.
And thanks to the fragrance-free formula, even those with sensitive skin should find little trouble or skin reaction when using.
OUR VERDICT: After continuously using The Refining Lotion, our skin is visibly brighter, smoother and more radiant. Despite the lotion feeling light on application, the potency of its ingredients shine through, leaving our skin rejuvenated with lesser acne problems and fine lines.
The best part of it is that instant glow you get after applying the lotion – a perfect boost in the morning before you get ready to head out!
THE SATIN CREAM
For all beauty routines, we need that one wondrous finishing touch to hydrate and moisturise our skin all day and that is where The Satin Cream comes in – a formula that is made to moisturise, soothe and refine dull skin complexions, whilst leaving skin flawlessly smooth, plumped and ready for makeup.
Consisting of 10 youth boosting peptides, The Satin Cream is anti-ageing miracle worker that can increase skin collagen reproduction, reduce fine lines and wrinkles; and reduces enlarged pores.
More importantly, with its dewy and lightweight texture, The Satin cream can prep the skin for all-day moisture and hydration with a matte finish – making it the perfect pre-makeup solution! Along with the magnolia stem cell extract inside the formula, the cream also allows balances our skin tone for a brighter and more even complexion.
OUR VERDICT: The Satin Cream definitely works wonders after continuously applying it both day and night. While providing intense hydration and nourishment to the skin, it also helps control the sebum throughout the day, which aids in preventing the oily shine from surfacing in our T-zone.
This alone makes it the perfect companion for those who wear makeup on the daily basis.
Other than that, our skin does feel firmer and smoother after using The Satin Cream, while redness and hyperpigmented spots are greatly reduced. A definite selling point for us as a multi-benefit cream that reduces the need of extra skincare steps in our daily beauty regime.
The OLUMES products are priced as following:
The Refining Lotion (130ml) – RM280
The Satin Cream (50ml) RM300
The Discovery Set (consist of 30ml The Refining Lotion & 20ml of Satin Cream) – RM 200.
For more information and to purchase OLUMES, visit www.olumes.com.
