3 under-the-radar local skincare brands that you need to know about, stat

#1 Sachi Skin

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Founded by Farah Bashir (this lady has a background in cosmetic science) last year in 2020, Sachi Skin’s products were formulated to suit both darker and lighter skin tones with varying sensitivities. According to the brand, all ingredients in the likes of super nutrients are clinically proven to be effective. The brand’s packaging are sustainable as well – FSC paper, biodegradable bubble wraps, reusable paper bags, glass bottles etc.
There are currently three products under Sachi Skin’s belt, namely the:


Triphala Pigmentation Corrector ($119.99) to help fade pigmentation
Ursolic Acid & Retinal Overnight Reform ($121.99) to plump skin, reducing lines
Complexion Clarifying Accelerator ($97.99) to clarify and resurface the skin

Skincare products aside, the brand launched a free e-book about hyperpigmentation on their website, answering some of the most common questions we have about hyperpigmentation such as: which skin tones are more prone to getting hyperpigmentation, how does hyperpigmentation form, the different types of spots, and the treatment modalities.

#2 Jomingo

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How about an all-natural deodorant made by a fellow Singaporean with plant-based ingredients wholly sourced locally and from our neighbouring countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia? Founded by Tan Jing Jun in October 2020, Jomingo‘s deodorants come in six different versions:

Natural Origin & Plant Based Deodorant Grapefruit ($22)
Natural Origin & Plant Based Deodorant Tea Tree & Mint ($22)
Natural Origin & Plant Based Deodorant Unscented ($22)
Grapefruit Aluminium-free Natural Deodorant Stick ($21)
Litsea Cubeba Aluminium-free Natural Deodorant Stick ($21)
Unscented Aluminium-free Natural Deodorant Stick ($21)

Deodorants aside, Jomingo creates vegan hand balms to deeply nourish tired and dry hands from the constant contact with detergents and sanitisers.

(Read also "What Clean Beauty Looks Like, According To These Brands In Singapore")

#3 Philocali

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Looking for a multi-tasking skincare product that could fulfil your dreams of a one-step skincare routine? Gillyn and Jolyn Fong, co-founder of a new local skincare brand named By Philocali, meant business when they launched their Liquid Masque ($129) – touted to be a one-step skincare replacing your toner, essence, and mask.

That’s the only product in their range.
 

The brand promises younger-looking, healthier, and glowing skin in a single step. Sounds really attractive. However, due to the lack of online user reviews online, we could only take a good look at the ingredients list to check out what the Liquid Masque really contains and does (starting with the highest concentrations):

Aqua Collagen
Glychere TH-26: A common ingredient in skincare products
Phenoxyethanol: Preservative or stabiliser
Allantoin: Soothe and moisturise skin
Chlorphenesin: Preservative
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: Stable vitamin C
Butylene Glycol: Conditioning agent to soften skin
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate: From probiotics, for cell renewal
Glycerin: Moisturise, hydrate skin
Alpha Arbutin: Reduces pigmentation, dark spots
Ethythexylgcerin: Preservative
Salicylic Acid: Beta hydroxy acid to exfoliate skin surface, keeps acne-causing bacteria at bay
Disodium EDTA: Stabiliser
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Fragrance: Fragrance
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract: Soothe skin, antioxidant
Lactic Acid: Reduce hyperpigmentation and spots
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5: Stimulates collagen production
Sodium Hyaluronate: Hydrates by attracting water
Sodium Chloride: Binding agent
Sodium Benzoate: Preservative
Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract: Reduce wrinkle, lighten skin
Sodium Metabisulfite: Preservative
Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract: Control sebum production
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract: Yuzu fruit extract

This article was first published in The Singapore Women's Weekly.