Zenmed Review – Remarkable Results?
Included in this Review
Hey guys, Beth here from theHealthBase once more. 🙂 In this review I will be discussing and evaluating the different types of acne products that Zenmed have released, as well as the treatment kits that they are so well renowned for. As you’ll see, this brand have produced several different cleansing methods that have been designed to coexist with the gel treatment and the moisturizer.
The Zenmed Treatment Kits provide a balanced combination of cleansing, treatment, and moisturizing products. However, if you’d like to mix and match, then they also supply their different products on a solitary basis. I find this a useful selling policy as it gives the customer (me & you) full control over what exactly goes into our acne treatment kits.
Before I begin my review, I’d also like to mention that I’ve written a Comprehensive Guide to acne treatment so please to check that out as well!
Also, click here to visit the Official Zenmed Website.
The All Important Brand Reputation
The company is an extremely well known brand in the beauty and healthcare niche. It has been in operation since 2000 so that makes it quite experienced…and yes, the year 2000 means that it’s been around for nearly two decades!! If you’re anything like me, the year 2000 does not seem 18 odd years ago!! 🙂
Created by a lady of the name of Mandy Shahi, at first this brand was a mixture of homeopathy products and alternative healthcare treatments. Naturally, over time, Zenmed started to zone in on the skincare niche – this area is so lucrative that every health and beauty related business looks to enter into it.
The ethos of this brand is one that is very attractive and encouraging as the onus of the company is to create natural, organic products that are free from the chemicals and man-made agents that plague the beauty and health industry. Such things like additives and preservatives used to be the norm in such products as acne treatments – thankfully these substances are being weaned out of products as companies and customers become aware that these elements cause more damage than good.
This natural and organic focused ethos was something that attracted the Health Base team as we were doing our research into the top treatment kits. I’m glad to say that this product most definitely ticked this particular box.
Due to this, the products of this brand are created using only the best and safest ingredients. This is what I will be discussing next in my review so let’s get to it!
Real User Results
Quick Pros List
Here are some of the best kits offered by the brand & where to find them for the best price. Click on the relevant link for the latest prices on Amazon and also for more information:
The Formula
As alluded to already, the ingredients that are used in its formulaic process are all natural and organic. This is something that is known as being “bioidentical” – simply meaning that the ingredients used are no different than what is being produced in the human body.
The massive advantage of using bioidentical ingredients is twofold – one, your body will have no adverse reactions to these ingredients because it will be used to the individual elements as it already produces them itself. And two, this familiarity will mean that it won’t take any bedding in time for your skin to get used to these ingredients. This results in these products being ultra-safe as well as being super effective.
The products get their ingredients from vegetable and plantation sources. This means that the ingredients will be jammed packed full of natural minerals, vitamins, and countless other beneficial elements.
Cruelty Free Guaranteed
I’ve mentioned in previous posts that, on a personal level, a key element of the formulation process is how exactly the formula was tested. I know that some people don’t care – and shame on them – but I would never buy any type of product that has been tested on animals. I wouldn’t even review one.
Animal testing is cruel, inhumane, and proven to be unnecessary. Thankfully, governing bodies, companies, and customers are putting a stop to such barbaric behavior. This is a company that has a strict policy of NEVER using animal testing as part of their research technique.
The Absence of Benzoyl Peroxide
If you have read my Complete Guide available on the market today, then you’ll have noticed that I heavily mention the term benzoyl peroxide. More commonly known as peroxide benzoyl, this agent is used in a whole host of acne related products.
It works to flush your skin with oxygen that then kills the bacteria that is acne vulgaris. Furthermore, this agent also works to rid your face of dead skin cells, dirt, and excessive oil/sebum which is key to the exfoliation process. Sounds all good, yes? Well, kind of. There is a downside, and this downside is the reason why the good people at the brand have purposefully left peroxide benzoyl out of their products.
You see, peroxide benzoyl may indeed by a super cleanser, but this aggressive and abrasive nature also means that it can be quite rough on your skin. Symptoms like excessive drying of skin; a red, blotchy complexion; skin irritation; and even allergic attacks have been known to happen because of this ingredient. Peroxide benzoyl can even ruin towels and clothes by tainting them via bleaching!! 🙁
The above reasons are why this brand have declined to add this ingredient into their products. Also, it keeps in line with their natural and organic policy for them to refrain from using peroxide benzoyl. Zen med prefer to go the more natural route, something that a large percentage of people approve of.
Who Does This Formula Suit?
Well, in a nutshell, it suits everyone! Because the products are created from naturally occurring elements, it means that there should not be any person who suffers adverse reactions.
In terms of specific groups, there are products that cover all the different skin types and ailments that one might have. Dry; oily; sensitive; or combination skin, Zenmed has natural products that will benefit your skin and boost the health of your complexion.
If you're not sure what skin type best describes yours, then have a look at our article that discusses the best 4 methods to identify skin type.
Also on offer are treatments for those who suffer from acne, eczema, rosacea, and a whole host of other facial related maladies. These types of ailments can wreak havoc on a person’s life – trust me, I know, I’ve been there. A lot of the time ailments such as acne disappear as we mature; with some only appearing due to the fact that our bodies are changing.
However, if you’ve ever suffered from a facial affliction, then I’m sure you’ll vehemently agree with me when I say that the sooner you find a cure then the better! Even one week with bad acne or eczema can be a nightmare. Self-confidence level = 0. 🙁
This is why a company like this is so priceless. They offer a tried and tested cure for your face related worries. But which product is the one to go for? Well, next I’ll go through some of the most popular ones so hopefully that’ll give you your answer!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Even though products such as the ones detailed in this review can indeed greatly improve your battle against facial maladies, it is always advisable that you first visit your local doctor or dermatologist before commencing a treatment.
The obvious reason for adhering to this thinking is that these health care professionals will be able to correctly diagnose the issue that you are suffering from as well as gauging its severity. Many facial maladies can have similar appearances so it’s important that you first identify the one that’s annoying you. Only then can you go about finding the best cure.
The Products, the Promises, & the Results
As stated in the headline, the three criteria that I focused on when I went about reviewing the treatments were the products themselves; the effect and benefits that they were meant to provide; and finally the reality in terms of the actual results. Below is a quick breakdown of what I looked for when I was gauging these three areas:
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The Product
I focused on things like the ingredients; the formula; the packaging; the warranties; et cetera. Essentially, I looked at all the physical elements of the individual products.
Questions I considered included: are the ingredients organic and natural? Are the concentration and volume of ingredients correct? Is the formula well balanced? Will the ingredients cause any negative side effects? Is the packaging suitable for the product in question? Will the packaging aid or halt ingredient degradation?
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The Promise
For this area I looked at the benefits that the products were supposed to deliver. All health and beauty related products have been created to provide a certain specific benefit or set of benefits for the person using them. These benefits are what I honed in on for this section of my critique.
Questions I considered included: What are the promised benefits? Are the benefits realistic or are they simply marketing gimmicks? Is this the best method for gaining these benefits? Are the benefits worth the cost of the product? Are the benefits worth the possible negative side effects (if any)?
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The Result
The final section of my critique is dedicated to giving a honest verdict of the product in question. I achieve this by compiling the information that I obtained from the first two areas. By answering the relevant questions and studying the tests and research undertaken by the Health Care team, I feel I was in a perfect place to give a solid assessment of each product.
Questions I considered included: Does the product actually work? Does it supply the promised benefits? Is it worth the cost? Is it cost effective? Is there a better alternative on the market? Would I recommend it to a friend or family member?
IMPORTANT NOTE: Below are a list of the products supplied by this brand, each being available to be bought separately. While this is a benefit of this brand, I feel it's necessary to point out that these products were designed to work in conjunction with one another - this is how you get the best out of them.
This is why Zenmed supplies the below kits, because they realize that in order to fully treat acne, rosacea or other such skin conditions you need to utilize a few different creams, scrubs and serums. Click on links below to have a look for yourself.
1st Product: Facial Cleansing Gel
This cleansing gel is the first of several exfoliating products that I tested and looked into. As with any exfoliating or cleansing product, the aim of the product is to clear the surface of your skin of such things as dirt; excess sebum/oil; dead skin cells; et cetera.
This gel is largely made from aloe vera gel which is a super ingredient to use as it provides easy application as well as working as a soothing agent for your skin. The addition of cucumber also helps with delivering a smooth, refreshing finish.
The fact that this gel doesn’t have peroxide benzoyl or alcohol in its formula greatly reduces the risk of dryness or irritation.
Instead, this gel is packed full of herbal actives that do the same job as these two more abrasive agents.
The company chose to use milder surfactants – there’s originating from coconut extracts. I find that these are far more compatible with a person’s skin than some other choices. The same can be said for the types of preservatives employed – these being Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, and Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin. These three are far more natural and healthy than some of the man-made creations seen in other products.
VERDICT: this amber-colored gel is very gentle on the skin and super easy to apply. It cleanses the skin perfectly and is a fine way to begin your acne treatment or to perform a routine exfoliation effort. I found that there was no dryness afterwards, something that is a common flaw in cleansing products.
The gel also smells quite pleasant I thought! The herbal mixture delivers a suitably herbal smell, something that is certainly preferable to the forced scents that some brands manufacture for their undecidedly non-natural cleansers.
This product, like all the ones mentioned in this review, is also paraben- and alcohol-free which is something that is fast becoming the norm and preferred option in the health and beauty industry.
Ingredients: