Review: Radical Skincare Age-Defying Exfoliating Pads

Saturday, January 11, 2014
I was kindly sent these exfoliating pads by Radical Skincare which I am grateful for - although this does not affect my opinions of the product, for more information on PR and my disclaimer, click here. I have never tried any kind of exfoliating skincare pads before so I was excited to try these out and I have never tried anything from the brand Radical Skincare until now. 
I have the *Radical Skincare Age-Defying Exfoliating Pads (60 pads, £45). The exfoliating pads are moist and they contain 'Trylacel technology' which is a AHA and BHA multi fruit acid formula. I have never tried anything containing fruit acids before and I was a little bit wary. Although many exfoliating skin care products contain fruit acids - if you are looking into fruit acid skincare product, this may be a good place to start. The product claims to remove dead skin cells, tighten and firm the skin, reduce pore size and lines while keeping the skin hydrated and nourished. The packaging for the product is big and heavy, it feels very luxe and expensive!

I have been trying these skincare pads out for just over two weeks now and I have been using them at night after I cleanse my skin. I have been using them all over my chin, jaw, neck, nose and forehead - the places that have the most pores and can be less smooth. I am only 21 so I do not have wrinkles so I can't really comment on the lines/wrinkles aspect of this product. The pads are very quick, easy and fuss free to use which is great. I sweep the pad over the skin after cleansing and then let the liquid residue dry on the skin, which only takes about 30 seconds - then follow with my normal moisturiser. 

The biggest difference I have found while using this product is the reduction in pore size. I have really large pores on my nose and small but still noticeable pores on my chin and forehead. I find that since using these pads the pores on my nose (and my chin/forehead) have definitely reduced in size which is fantastic. The pores on my nose have been a bit embarrassing for me even with makeup on as they are so big but they have definitely reduced in size now. Also my skin where I have been using these pads is smoother, softer and slightly firmer too. 

I was a bit concerned about using these pads as I do have sensitive skin (although I didn't use these pads on the most sensitive areas, such as around my eyes and cheeks). I had nothing to be concerned about as I did not experience any negative effects with this product. 

Overall, I am really happy with the pads, after two weeks my skin is smoother, the pore size has been noticeably reduced and my skin feels slightly firmer. I am very happy with the results, also my skin doesn't feel stripped after using these pads. This product is a bit expensive but in my opinion they are worth it as a treat for the skin, they may be something to ask for as a present *cough, cough valentines day, cough*. For more information about Radical skincare (they have free shipping and free samples too), click here

19 comments

  1. If this helps with pores , I am going to get it... And it's so easy to use
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  2. I think the St. Ives Apricot Face Scrub is the perfect everyday exfoliator, and I love my Clarisonc Mia for a daily exfoliator as well!

    Emily
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  3. This sounds so good! I have such bad pores :( Love your blog :D

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    Jade xx

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  4. These look good, i wanna try them out!
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  5. These look really good. I love the idea of them reducing the size of my pores. x

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  6. Ooh i like the sound of these :) thank you for commenting on my blog. I love yours, especially the layout! Now following you on bloglovin. xx

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  7. Never heard of this. I think I need to give it a try!

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  8. these sound so amazing - i've been on a hunt to find pore-minimizing skincare!!! definitely will make a note to check Radical's line out. thanks for the review and the sweet comment on my blog, you have such a lovely blog and i love the name "of beauty & nothingness!" am your newest follower now :)

    rachel x
    blush&brunch

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  9. great review, i love that these are pore minimizing. i've been on the hunt for pore shrinking skincare so i need to check Radical out! thanks for the review and the sweet comment on my blog, your blog is lovely and i love the name "of beauty & nothingness!" am your newest follower now :)

    rachel x
    blush&brunch

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  10. These are so cool. I've never seen anything like them. wonderful review.
    Anna xo
    http://blossomeclectic.blogspot.com.au/

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  11. Great review, they sound great, I don't have the best skin, so many break out so I will have to try these!

    Mon Petit Billet

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  12. Great review
    Been wanting to try this range after reading great things about their review have you tried that

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  13. I'm always looking for products to help with my pores! I'll have to look into these!

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  14. ive never tried this brand but it looks interesting :) great review.. xx

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  15. 1. Thanks for your comment on my latest post.

    2. I've not heard of these before! They sound pretty good!

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  16. Thank you for taking your time to visit and comment on my blog! I really appreciate your kindness! These exfoliating pads looks and sounds amazing! Speaking of Valentines, a new skin care set would be wonderful to have. Hehe, thank you for sharing! xoxo

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  17. Love this post! Thanks!
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  18. I so want to try this range & these pads

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