HARUHARU WONDER x PHANTACi (A Product Review)

Did you know that HARUHARU means “EVERYDAY” in Korean? YES! That’s right.

Haruharu is a lifestyle skincare product that embraces realistic sophistication with a primary emphasis on offering basic beauty products. They are enthusiastic about choosing the perfect, organic, super-food components, and their mission is to share their everyday routines with others to integrate Haruharu into their cherished beauty regimen.

In these products that I am reviewing, Haruharu WONDER has selected the best ingredients to begin your day without missing any time and energy. Among the plant-based components with the best vitality, preference is given towards the most important and better ingredient. On the basis of repetitive tests and information from their own laboratory, they come up with solutions for maximizing the outcome and result, while at the same time a moderate and light distribution of the active compounds.

This December, Style Korean (stylekorean.com) in partnership with Haruharu has sent me their best-selling products that wins in reddot award 2019 – The Haruharu Wonder Black Hyaluronic Toner and Black Rice Serum. Other than that, I am so lucky to have the haruharu x PHANTACi set. Phantaci is a premier street fashion label led by International Superstar - Jay Chou and Ric Chang. It’s really cool and chic that they bring us the substances that transform effortless skincare in a kit.

The haruharu x PHANTACi set creates an oasis of vibrant floral splashed on a dark base with oil paint. It comes with a PHANTACi haruharu WONDER: Black Rice Facial Oil, Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner, Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream, Black Rice Serum and Black Rice Bamboo Mist.

I’ve tried using these products for about one month now and all I can say is this set already becomes my favorite! Now, let’s proceed with the review:

HARUHARU WONDER BLACK HYALURONIC TONER

This anti-aging toner is 100% locally grown black rice and 95% naturally derived ingredients. It is a pure blend of naturally fermented black rice and bamboo shoots extracts. It is also free from harmful chemicals, vegan-friendly, and cruelty-free. The key ingredients of this toner are Hyaluronic Acid, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, and Lavender Oil.

PACKAGING:

The toner comes in a generous-sized frosted 300ml lavender-gray ombre bottle with a pinhole applicator. It looks really beautiful with a twisted cap.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner has a liquid type texture with fast absorption. You can apply it with a cotton pad and pat to fully absorb it. The scent has a strong smell of lavender. Upon applying this toner, you can experience instant hydration yet long-lasting moisture. This toner shields my skin from free radicals, such as pollution and ultraviolet radiation, and facilitates skin cell regeneration. I love how it rejuvenates my face, too. Its formula is non-irritating and is ideal for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

HOW TO USE:

Soak the cotton pad thoroughly the product and gently damp it on the skin. You can also pour this toner in a mist container and spray it onto the skin whenever it gets dry.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Betaine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Phyllostachys Pubescens Shoot Bark Extract, Aspergillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cyclodextrin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Beta-glucan, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Sodium Phytate, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Glucose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Alcohol, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

PRICE: 35 USD (PHP 1684.39)

HARUHARU WONDER BLACK RICE SERUM

This serum is 100% locally grown black rice and 95% naturally derived ingredients. It is a pure blend of naturally fermented black rice and bamboo shoots extracts. It provides a boost of antioxidant-rich nourishment to your daily face for amplified protection. The key ingredients of this serum are Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Trehalose, and Lavender Oil.

PACKAGING:

This serum is presented in a lavender-gray 30ml bottle with a pump applicator. Functionally wise, I think the pump applicator is very convenient to use which I really like the most since I can balance the amount of product.

MY EXPERIENCE:

The Black Rice Serum has a transparent and watery texture with a soft and fresh finish. Same with the toner, it also comes with a good scent of lavender. Upon applying this serum, it gives me a powerful hydrating punch that helps to move the active ingredients further into the skin. I love how refreshing and very cooling this serum into my skin. Also, it improves my skin texture, elasticity, and firmness. This has a hypoallergenic formula free from parabens, animal-derived ingredients, and 11 other harmful substances commonly found in cosmetics and really perfect for all skin types.

HOW TO USE:

After using toner, apply an appropriate amount of serum to the entire face and pat to absorb.

INGREDIENTS:

Deionized Water, Propanediol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (12,000ppm), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Betaine, Glycerin, Xantham Gum, 1,2-Hexadediol, Phyllostachys Pubescens Shoot Bark Extract (6,000ppm), Aspergilus Ferment, Butylene Glycol, Yeast Beta-Glucan, Trehalose, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Alcohol, Sodium Phytate, Hyaluronic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

PRICE: 25 USD (PHP 1203.14)

And now let's proceed to the Haruharu x PHANTACi kit:

BLACK RICE FACIAL OIL

This Facial Oil contains Sunflower Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, and Lavender Oil that protect the skin by strengthening the skin barrier.

PACKAGING:

It comes in oil painted-frosted 10ml bottle with a dropper lid.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Rice Facial Oil has a slightly watery-viscous consistency and has a strong scent of the oil. It is lightweight and is 99% naturally-derived facial oil that gives me richer nutrients for safe and radiant skin. It features 45% Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil 100 % from Korea that helps boosts my skin elasticity and has a significant antioxidant impact on my skin.

HOW TO USE:

Apply a small amount to the face, and gently massage in for long-lasting hydration.

INGREDIENTS:

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triolein, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Heptyl Undecylenate, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis(Sweet Almond)Oil, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Dioleate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

BLACK RICE HYALURONIC TONER

This toner contains Hyaluronic Acid for moisturizing the skin and Beta-Glucan for enhancing skin regeneration.

PACKAGING:

The toner comes in a cute-sized frosted oil painted 30ml bottle with a pin hole applicator and a twisted cap.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner has watery type of texture and has a mild scent. This nourished my skin with 95% naturally-derived substances that offers deep protection and essential nutrients to my skin. It comprises 2,000ppm Black Rice Extract that aims to prevent signs of aging by cultivating elasticity of the skin with wealthy nutrients.

HOW TO USE:

Soak the cotton pad thoroughly the product and gently damp it on the skin. You can also pour this toner in a mist container and spray it onto the skin whenever it gets dry.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Betaine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract(2,000ppm), Phyllostachys, Pubescens, Shoot Bark Extract(2,000ppm), Aspergillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cyclodextrin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Hyaluronic Acid(600ppm), Beta-Glucan, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Usnea Phytate, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Polyglceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10Myristate, Glucose, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Alcohol, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

BLACK RICE HYALURONIC CREAM

This cream contains Hyaluronic Acid for moisturizing the skin and Evening Primrose Oil for enhancing skin regeneration.

PACKAGING:

This cream is presented in an oil painted 30ml bottle with a pump applicator.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream has a white creamy texture and has a strong scent. It also gives me the nourishment I need and is formulated with 95% naturally-derived ingredients that deliver intense moisture and nourishment to my skin. It comes in the form of 10,000 ppm Black Rice Extract that helps inhibit indications of aging by restoring skin elasticity with rich nutrients.

HOW TO USE:

Evenly apply a moderate amount on the face and pat gently to enhance absorption.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Propanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitain Olivate, Glycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract(10,000ppm), Heptyl Undecylenate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Phyllostachys Pubescens Shoot Bark Extract(2,000ppm), Aspergillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cyclodextrin, Hyaluronic Acid(200ppm), Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Cetyl Palmitate, Sodium Phytate, Sorbitan Palmitate, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

BLACK RICE SERUM

This serum contains Hyaluronic Acid for moisturizing the skin and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract for enhancing skin regeneration.

PACKAGING:

This serum is presented in an oil painted 30ml bottle with a pump applicator.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Rice Serum has a slightly clear viscous-watery consistency and also has a strong scent. It recharges my skin with 95% naturally-derived ingredients delivers freshness to my skin and helps soothe tightness deep inside the skin. It consists of 10,000ppm Black Rice Extract that helps prevent the signs of aging by enhancing the skin elasticity with rich nourishment.

HOW TO USE:

Apply a small amount to the face, and gently massage in for long-lasting hydration.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract(10,000ppm), Phyllostachys, Pubescens, Shoot Bark Extract (2,000ppm), Aspergillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cyclodextrin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Yeast Beta-Glucan, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Trehalose, Sodium Phytate, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

BLACK BAMBOO MIST

This mist contains Hyaluronic Acid for moisturizing the skin and Evening Primrose Oil for enhancing skin regeneration.

PACKAGING:

This cream is presented in an oil painted 30ml bottle with a spray applicator.

MY EXPERIENCE:

This Black Bamboo Mist has a clear watery texture with a mild scent. It strengthens skin barriers and gives vitality to my skin. This nourishing cream is formulated with 95% naturally-derived ingredients delivers intense moisture and nourishment to the skin. It also consists of 10,000ppm Black Rice Extract that helps prevent the signs of aging by enhancing the skin elasticity with rich nourishment.

HOW TO USE:

Gently spray an appropriate amount of mist onto the face for long-lasting moisture.

INGREDIENTS:

Water, Glycerin, Betaine, Propanediol, 1, 2-Hexanediol, Phyllostachys Nigra Leaf Extract (500ppm), Bambusa Vulgaris Shoot Extract (2,000ppm), Phyllostachys Pubescens Shoot Bark Extract (2,000ppm), Sodium Phytate, Alcohol, Beta-Glucan, Aspergillus Ferment, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Frangrance