I know the title may sound over-promising and even miracle-ish, but let me assure you, it’s not a miracle at play with ORBIS newest skincare range, ORBIS =U ENCORE. Its anti-aging formula works by activating enzymes within our skin, so the skin could regenerate and revitalise naturally. It’s science, people.

ORBIS =U ENCORE

ORBIS believes that beautiful skin has the ideal balance of moisture, texture, clarity, protection, firmness and smoothness and through research, they found that our skin naturally possesses beauty enzymes which support each beauty element. However, as we age, our DNA gradually weakens, causing a decline in enzyme production, resulting in loss of firmness and smoothness. That’s when wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin are formed against the forces of nature, hence “gravity lines”.

ORBIS =U ENCORE is formulated to target the root cause of wrinkles and sagging skin. Firstly, just like all ORBIS skincare, its oil-free formulation creates an optimised environment for enzymes activation. Secondly, it contains a restorative type protein Heat Shock Protein (HSP) that repairs enzymes. And finally, the D.N.A. Hibis Extract, stimulates the repair of body’s DNA, and thereby boost production of healthy enzymes for beautiful skin, free of gravity lines which all of us (me!) want.

My review of ORBIS =U ENCORE

There are three products in the ORBIS =U ENCORE range – the lotion, day milk and night creamy gel. I’ve been using the products for two weeks now and this is my thoughts.

ORBIS =U ENCORE Lotion, 180ml, S$67

To be applied after any facial wash, I find ORBIS =U ENCORE Lotion to be intensely moisturising. The texture is slightly thicker than my regular toner but it spreads evenly. My skin feels moisturised and prepped for the next step. It is recommended to use half a teaspoon but I really only needed two drops for my entire face. I usually add another drop for my neck and décolletage.

The special sauce in this lotion has to be the highly permeable collagen (with molecule size 100-1000 times smaller than usual) which absorbs quickly into the skin and moisturises from deep within. If you are not sure of what collagen does to our skin, it is like having a strong foundation of your kids’ Lego blocks to firm up your skin nicely from within. If the connective blocks reduce and collapse, that’s when fine lines and wrinkles appear. So, collagen = good skin!

And the fact that you get 180ml in a bottle, makes the ORBIS U=ENCORE Lotion a good value for money.

ORBIS =U ENCORE Day Milk, 30g, S$65

My dry skin absolutely loves the ORBIS =U ENCORE Day Milk. It juices things up nicely, boosting moisture levels and leaves a nice sheen to the skin. When I’m feeling indulgent, I add a treatment serum in between the lotion and day milk application. Otherwise, it’s good enough on its own.

The Day Milk has Chamomile Extract which enhances skin’s barrier function against environmental damage when we are out and about in our busy daily lives. It contains the crucial Ectoin which encourages production of enzyme-repairing HSP.

And as a day cream, it has the necessary SPF20 PA+++ which blocks out external damage such as UV rays which accelerates ageing. I like that the simple 3 steps (including face wash) routine is all I need to face the day.

ORBIS =U Encore NIGHT Creamy Gel, 30g, S$73

Looking at the light texture of the gel for the first time, I thought it wouldn’t be hydrating enough for me. How wrong was I?

As the name suggested, this fragrant-free (can this get any better?) creamy gel is incredibly rich and hydrating. To the point that my skin actually looks and feels waterlogged. You know, like when you tap your finger on your skin and it sort of wobbles, like a waterbed? Yeah, like that.

Perhaps this is due to the combination of the Volume-up Complex and Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid that everyone knows is excellent at keeping skin plump by retaining moisture. ORBIS =U ENCORE Night Creamy Gel also contains elastin, which provides a lifting effect. I believe women my age would definitely appreciate that.

I have tried other products for mature skin but they tend to be a little too thick and heavy for me. (Many use oil in their formulation because it is believed that mature skin needs adequate moisture.) Although my skin is dry, it isn’t lacking of oil, it is lacking in water. Which is why I like that ORBIS =U ENCORE helps to prevent wrinkles and sagging skin by correcting our own DNA damage, without the use of oil. All the products in this series are rich, yet lightweight in texture. This is made possible by evenwateroil (created by the smart people at ORBIS R&D department), a non-oil ingredient that allows moisture to be evenly and easily absorbed into the skin without any sticky feel, which is a plus, given the weather we live in all year round.

I think the oil-free formulation of the series makes it a great all-rounder. It’s great for acne-prone skin that’s raw and irritated, dehydrated skin that’s on the oily side or skin that tends towards redness. You can’t really go wrong.

Where to buy

ORBIS =U Encore is available at all ORBIS counters and stores. Addresses are listed below, but if you are in the vicinity, do drop by at ORBIS Takashimaya store, unit number B2-03A. It’s my favourite ORBIS store because all the products are lined up for me to sample. The store assistants are genuinely knowledgable about each ORBIS series and I always feel like they have just the right solution for my skin no matter what condition it is in.

Plaza Singapura – 68 Orchard Road #03-76 S(238839)
Bishan Junction 8 – 9 Bishan Place, #01-46 S(579837)
Westgate – 3 Gateway Drive, #02-18 S(608532)
Robinsons The Heeren – 260 Orchard Road, Level 1 Beauty Hall S(238855)
Robinsons Raffles City – 252 North Bridge Road, Level 1 Beauty Hall S(179103)

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ABOUT ORBIS

ORBIS started as a mail order business in Japan in 1987 and opened its first retail outlet in 2000. It introduced the original concept of 100% Oil-free skincare products along with services that have earned a high level of customer satisfaction. Since 2001, ORBIS has expanded its presence within Asia to Hong Kong, Taiwan, and China with Singapore as its latest addition in November 2013. The brand attained 1st place in Japan’s Consumer Satisfaction Index for four consecutive years from 2011 to 2014 in the mail-order business category.

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