Manuka Vantage Blemish Regime

This was a mixed bag for me. While I really liked the cleanser, I found that the oil didn't really help heaps with my breakouts. The scent of these products is quite strong, so I would suggest that if you are interested, pop into a store that stocks the brand so that you can smell the scent - it won't be for everyone! Otherwise, if you are wanting to try a NZ brand wth the wonderful benefits of Manuka honey, you really should give this brand a go (and the price point is fantastic!)

I used this on my blemishes on my shoulders, neck, and chest. I did this because I personally have sensitive skin and my face does not do well with Rosehip. However, from using this blemish treatment on my acne on my shoulders etc, I could visibly see a difference. The spots were less inflamed and it even evened out the skin tone and made it less blotchy. It had a nice fragrance, not too strong and the feeling of it was really nice to rub on. Yet again, a little goes a long way, so don't pump out too much. I recommend this to anyone with acne spots anywhere! It really helped my skin out. It didn't take away the acne but made them look less angry and red!

I like the packaging, it shouts “natural” with the green colour and the Manuka flower. The claims are quite visible on both, 100% natural on the wash and 98% on the gel and 80+ Manuka pollen. It gets the sustainability tick as the packaging is recyclable and to top it all it’s made in NZ. Both the bottles are pumps and work like a wiz. The wash is quite gentle on the skin and is very sweet smelling. Unlike washes with chemicals that leave the skin feeling dry, this wash leaves the skin feeling clean and soft. The wash feels very natural compared to other products with chemicals. The gel is quite gentle on the skin and is very sweet smelling. It’s not sticky and easy to apply, very natural compared to products with chemicals in them. The skin feels quite healthy and soft after use. I have a few spots and marks on my face. After using both the wash and the gel for a few days I can see some improvement. My face is looking brighter and there is slight reduction in the blemishes. I’m sure using on a regular basis will make a difference to my skin. I will definitely be using them again.

I have to say that I am annoyed that I actually need to use this duo on my skin but here we are. Since having a baby, my skin has been super temperamental and prone to breakout far too often. No skin care I have tried has worked and has even dried my skin out. Enter and take your place centre stage Manuka Vantage facial wash and Blemish Gel. Let me now tell you the tale of how this stuff changed my hateful relationship with my skin.

Upon first inspection I find it really weird and almost annoying that the two bottles don’t match. It looks like they don’t come from the same collection. That aside, you can definitely smell the Manuka Honey in the duo. It’s pretty obvious but then the blemish gel gives off an almost ‘cleaning product’ smell. It’s definitely not unpleasant but it’s a strong smell.

By themselves they don’t make sense. Together they are a powerful duo, two parts of a whole. I think value for money is definitely amazing. They’re not going to break the bank and you get the full benefits of what more expensive brands could do. I love that together they both cleanse your face and heal your skin.

I have definitely noticed a difference in the feeling of my skin. My breakouts have disappeared besides one ‘scar’ from a breakout I had but otherwise it’s smooth and actually feels cleaner. My pores don’t look so clogged up, especially on my nose. My breaking out has been far less and it gives me confidence that after another week or two, the improvement will be huge. I took a before picture of my skin and hullo, hullo full of breakouts (insert sad face). I wanted to track the true effects of this duo, taking a before and after seemed to be the best way. I can definitely see the difference in the appearance of my skin from the before to the after. It gives me hope that my skin may be able to go back to what it was before with the help of the Manuka Vantage Blemish Regime. I can’t wait to see what the next couple of weeks will bring!!

Love the packaging as a start. Gorgeous green colour of the blemish gel is stunning.

I got this as a trial team member and I think a week was a little too short of a time frame to really get into it.

The products themselves were good and my skin seem to like them - easy to use. But I just really don’t like the smell. It’s not a bad smell, just a preference thing.

Containers are really easy to use and don’t get mucky.

Will give to my stepdaughter to try!

I was sent the duo for review about a week ago . Funnily enough I have been getting acne on my forehead a lot lately . At my age I don’t know why I seem to be getting this acne so late .

The facial wash comes in a white pump bottle . Two ingredients that stood out to me were the combination of Aloe Vera and Manuka honey . Consistency is gel Scent reminds me of a sweet mandarin with a combination of honey . Application goes on smoothly . It has a gentle feeling on my skin with minimal foam . Afterwards my skin feels refreshed and cleaned well. After a weeks use I’m happy with my results from this cleanser I will add any changes as time goes on .

The Blemish gel comes in a container . This one has a combination of Rosehill and Manuka honey . The gel itself is clear with a cloudy white consistency . It’s scent reminds me of pure honey . I like to put this on top of my moisturiser . I don’t seem to have any reactions with this . After using this I’ve had hydration . My pimple on my forehead has gone .

Overall I’m happy with my results from using this duo . I can’t believe my one pimple has gone from my forehead since using it . I’ll keep adding any changes as time goes by .

This product combo of the cleanser and blemish gel smells amazing, it's very fragrant and smells like honey. I wouldn't recommend this product to people who are sensitive to smells. The cleanser was great and made your skin feel so soft and then using the blemish gel after was nice and cooling but the blemish gel left a sticky and dry feeling on the skin. Overall i'm yet to see a difference after using the product for a week and a half but I will continue to use the product.

I tested the Manuka honey face wash and blemish gel by NZ skincare brand Manuka Vantage, for over a week.

I have very oily skin and it's the bane of my life. So when this opportunity popped up to try a product regime that was supposed to absorb excess oils, I jumped at the chance!

I love that these products are 98% natural and made right here in NZ using our own precious Manuka honey.

I used the face wash and blemish gel twice a day, for a little over a week, but unfortunately I did not notice any improvements to my skin. The face wash cleansed my skin well and removed my makeup, but the blemish gel smelt very strong and stung my eyes and skin at first. I put the gel over my whole T zone and forehead as that is where I produce the most oil, and still by the end of the day I feel slimy and look very shiny.

Overall this regime didn't benefit me, but it was easy to use and the packaging was nice. It may be better suited to someone with dry and pimple prone skin, but not sensitive as the blemish gel is quite astringent.