February 12, 2016

Mentholathum Botanics facial care series

Inspired by the goodness of nature from the earth, Mentholatum has developed a brand new facial care series called the BOTANICS that offers consumers not only the best skincare results but at an affordable price. BOTANICS uses the finest ingredients with the highest quality natural herbal essences from flowers and herbs to give you the best experience which only nature can produce. Each herb and flower were carefully selected based on their unique properties to offer exceptional results.

Thanks to The Butterfly Project, we were invited to see first hand on the launch of the BOTANICS series.

The BOTANICS consists of four range of products namely tube face wash, foaming wash, pump wash and sheet masks to offer consumers a relaxing nature’s experience. Each of these range includes a variety of offerings to suit various skin conditions. 




We had a beauty consultant to explain to us about the products.

Basically, in the Botanics series, there are only facial washes. You may mix and match with other brands for toners and moisturisers. There are 3 types of facial washes namely tube face wash, foaming wash and pump wash.

The Face Wash tube comes in 4 variants which are Hydra Whitening, Pore Refining, Deep Cleansing and Hydrating.

Pump Wash comes in 2 variants namely Deep Clean and Moisturising & Brightening.

The Foaming Wash comes in 2 variants namely Oil & Blemish Control and Whitening.


The sheet mask comes in 5 variants namely the Aloe Vera Hydrating Facial Mask, Pomegranate Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask, Rosemary Pore Refining Facial Mask, Rosehip Oil Brightening Facial Mask and Lavender for Soothing Facial Mask.


During the launch, they even provided us with a variety of herbs to make our very own tea bag *loves* Everything is so au naturel!
I mixed all kinds of herbs into my tea bag and it turned out not bad actually!

This recyclable cup is great for tea/coffee takeaways lovers!

Here's the breakdown review of the Botanic series:



Face Wash, 100g (RM14.90)

This face wash is suitable for users who prefer a handy tube and a simple squeeze that can perform an effective cleansing task on the face.

Deep Cleansing Face Wash
o Refresh with the uplifting scent of lemongrass when you cleanse your face with this Deep Cleansing Face Wash. It contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extract as the main ingredients as well as White Tea and Olive Tea that helps balance oil, deep cleanse and purifies pores
o This face wash also helps prevent blemishes and blackhead occurrence and it’s suitable for oily and combination skin types

Hydra Whitening Face Wash
o It is formulated with Arbutin Bearberry that brightens the skin and enhances skin fairness. It also contains Agave that helps retain skin moisture and promotes collagen synthesis to protect the skin against environmental harm. 
o This face wash removes dirt and impurities deep inside the skin along with any excessive oil while maintaining natural balance of water in skin.
o It’s suitable for all skin types

Hydrating Face Wash
o Let the calming scent of Jasmine relax you as you wash your face. This face wash deeply hydrates the skin as it cleanses. 
o It contains Calendula and Jasmine as the main ingredients as well as Aloe Extract and Violet which have moisturising properties. Its soothing properties also rejuvenate dry, irritated and sensitive skin 
o It is suitable for dry and also combination skin types

Pore Refining Face Wash
o Contains the uplifting scent of Orange Flower, this face wash deeply cleanse pores to remove oil, dirt and impurities.
o It contains Rosemary and Witch Hazel as the main ingredients as well as Lentil and Green Tea which helps to minimize pores, control oil and fights acne causing bacteria
o It’s suitable for oily and combination skin types.

The texture is not foamy and is like your normal everyday face wash.

Just cleanse face thoroughly and wash off.

Pump Wash, 150ml (RM21.90)

Pump wash is certainly convenient and it controls the usage amount much more effectively. Just a pump or two, that’s all you need for a clean relaxing wash.

Deep Clean Face Wash
o Contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extract as the key ingredients for oil control, prevention of blemishes and it’s also soothing on the skin. It also contains other soothing and moisturising ingredients such as Cucumber and Aloe Vera
o The Lemongrass scent refreshes your every wash and puts you in a relaxing mood
o It’s suitable for oily and combination skin

Moisturising and Brightening Face Wash
o Formulated with Rosehip Oil that is rich in Vitamin C and Pearl Extract to help brighten, tone and improve skin’s luminosity
o It’s suitable for all skin types

The texture is dense and it will lather into foam easily once mixed with water.

Foam Wash, 160ml (RM25.90)

One pump and it comes out like a blob of foam. Easy to use and wet your face before washing with foam. Don't mix the foam with water in your palm otherwise it becomes diluted.

If you like your facial cleanser all foamy then this is the product for you. 
Oil & Blemish Control Foam Wash
o It contains Ylang-Ylang and Tea Tree Extracts as the main ingredients as well as Wild Pansy that are effective in curbing blemishes.
o Skin will feel revitalised and refreshed after a wash 
o The scent of lemongrass is simply refreshing and it calms you after a long day at work
o It’s suitable for oily and combination skin

Whitening Foam Wash
o Enjoy the wonderful scent of Rose as you cleanse your face
o It contains Aloe Extract and Narcissus that have moisturising properties while at the same time brightens the skin as you cleanse your face
o It’s suitable for all skin types

The BOTANICS Sheet Mask is infused with herbal essence and enriched with Hyaluronic Acid to repair and rejuvenate your skin while you close your eyes and relax.

Sheet Mask, 22ml/pouch (RM6.90)

Rosemary Pore Refining Facial Mask 
With Rosemary and Witch Hazel as the key ingredients, the herbal essence kicks in to help diminish the appearance of enlarged pores for a more refined, soft and smooth skin texture while retaining moisture for firmer skin. It is also enriched with Vitamin B3 to protect skin against environmental damage. This mask is suitable for all skin types and especially for oily and combination skin.

This is the right mask for my oily/combination skin!

Other mask variant includes:

Aloe Vera Hydrating Facial Mask 
Formulated with the finest blend of Natural Herbal Extracts such as Aloe Vera and Narcissus that hydrate and soothe the skin apart from reviving dull-looking and tired skin. This mask is suitable for all skin types and especially dry skin

Pomegranate Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask 
Blended with Pomegranate and Natural Herbal Extracts, it protects the skin from free radical damage which causes skin aging. It also awakens and moisturizes the skin with naturally rich anti-oxidants. This mask is suitable for all skin types

Rosehip Oil Brightening Facial Mask
Rosehip Oil is naturally rich in Vitamin C to help brighten skin tone and improve skin luminosity leaving the skin looking healthy with enhanced natural radiance. It is also enriched with Vitamin B3 that protects the skin against environmental damage while it helps to revive dull skin and evens out skin tone for a more radiant and healthy looking complexion. This mask is suitable for all skin types.

Lavender for Soothing Facial Mask

Refresh and re-energize with a soothing blend of Lavender and Chamomile that calms and reawaken the skin. It helps soothe, repair and pamper skin while protecting the delicate skin against environmental damage. This mask is suitable for all skin types and especially sensitive skin.

After the facial foam and the mask, face feels brighter and rejuvenated =)


The BOTANICS series is available only at Guardian stores nationwide from January 2016 onwards.

Thank you The Butterfly Project in collaboration with Mentholatum for this wonderful introduction to the new Botanics series =)

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