From donkey milk soaps to snail essence masks, there is nothing out-of-the-ordinary that the beauty and skincare industry in Korea hasn’t seen or done before. The latest skincare product right now that promises a wealth of skin moisturising and regenerating properties is Mayu Balm—or horse oil cream.
Before you think twice about a skincare product that advocates for animal cruelty, worry not as horse oil is extracted only from under the horse’s mane without hurting or slaughtering the animal in any way. In China and Japan, mayu has been used in ancient times as a form of treatment for inflammation and burns.
As mayu is comprised of mostly adipose tissue (fat) that has a similar makeup to human sebum, it has plenty of unsaturated fatty acids that have a high absorption rate when applied onto the skin, hence keeping the skin extremely moisturised without a sticky or greasy residue. Thanks to Boxer Vinna from Korea, we found out a popular mayu balm from Korea that you Shoppers can try firsthand:
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Vant 36.5 by Dermascience Mayu Balm, KRW 38,000, + Add To Wishlist
According to their site, a little goes a long way with this balm as it can keep your skin moisturised all day long with just a tiny dollop. Mayu Balm also helps prevent loss of moisture and oil in the skin and creates a barrier that will keep your skin smooth and hydrated especially for those who reside in colder climates.
This product is recommended for people who have rougher skin on problem areas such as the elbows, knees, heels, lips and around the lip area. Apart from horse oil, its other active ingredients include green tea seed oil which contains vitamin C for brightening and sebum control.
Tip: you can use Mayu Balm with your foundation and other basic skincare products that you already use to increase the dewiness of your skin. It can also be applied throughout the day without the risk of ruining your face makeup.
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