Product Comparison: Nature Republic's Aloe Vera Gel vs The Face Shop's Aloe Vera Gel

I have a confession to make, I am a skin care junkie. In fact, I feel like have taken it too far applying too much products as I can onto my face up to a point where I feel so chemical dependent. Until I discovered the magic that is aloe vera gel. In the past year, I was able to try 2 products from 2 different brands which I will be comparing side by side by both price and effectivity.

First up is The Face Shop’s Jeju Aloe 99%

This product was gifted to me several months ago. This actually jump-started my fascination with all things Aloe Vera. I use is as a moisturizer for day and night. To be honest, I was not impressed as this product felt like it was not doing anything for me. I tried researching on the “correct” way of using it if there was any. I chanced upon vlogger Kris Lumagui’s blog in which she indicates using aloe vera gel as a sleeping pack works wonders. I tried applying a thick layer onto my face at night and let it dry while I sleep and used it for months and months. I’ll be very blunt - even when used that way, I saw no changes. Compared to its Nature Republic counterpart, it’s formula is milder and watery. However, I have observed that this product grew my brows out faster than it would have been on its own. That sold it for me. After all, kilay is indeed life.

Product available at any The Face Shop store, priced at Php for 300ml. Not bad, not bad at all.

Next is Nature Republic’s Aloe Vera 92% Soothing Gel

I must admit this was one of the products “the youtube beauty gurus made me buy”. I have heard rave reviews right and left, and even when I was a bit hesitant because of my initial experience with The Face Shop’s Aloe Vera Gel, I gave it a go. I could not be any happier I did. I used it the same way I’ve used my other gel. I would apply a thick layer of the product onto my face after toning at night. It came quite as a surprise to see a very sheer film of the product when I wake up in the morning but I don’t mind if that means I’d wake up to a clearer, fresher looking skin. The hype is real, folks!!! The only downside to it is the stinging sensation when applied at the sides of my nose (the most sensitive and problematic part of my face, really). Again, I am not complaining as it did worked wonders for me.

Product available at any Nature Republic Store/Kiosk, priced at Php for 300ml.

All in all, I would say Nature Republic wins this round as far as hydration and clearing is concerned while The Face Shop actually did a good job at growing back my nonexistent lashes. Honestly love both equally, but for different purposes!