Why we wrote a note instead of a product description
We fitted a whole serum shelf into one pink stick. Here are the six things worth knowing.
Six things about the Pinkish Volume Multi Balm that a product page never quite has room to say.
A product page gets about three lines to explain a skincare product, so most of them reach for the same words: glow, plump, youthful. We would rather tell you what is actually in the stick and why we think it earns a place in your bag.
The Pinkish PDRN Pink Collagen Volume Multi Balm is a pink, twist-up balm you swipe over the places that look tired by mid-afternoon: under the eyes, around the smile lines, across the forehead. It has no jar, no pump and no routine to remember.
Below are six things worth knowing, in the order people tend to ask about them. The last section is the honest one, so please read that before you decide.
1A stick means there is nothing to open, dig out or spill
Most rich skincare lives in a jar, and a jar has a quiet problem: you only use it where you can sit down with it. A cream you scoop with your fingers is a bathroom product. A stick is a handbag product.
You twist the base, glide it over the skin and put the lid back on. The melting balm texture does not feel sticky, so you can use it at your desk, in the car or between meetings without needing to wash your hands afterwards. That is the reason a product like this gets used and does not end up in a drawer.
"I keep it in my handbag and swipe it on before meetings. Never sticky, never messy."
Karen M., Sydney, NSW
2The "volume" in the name is 5% Volufiline
Volufiline is a patented ingredient, and it is the one the formula is built around. It is known for supporting fuller-looking skin, which is why this balm is aimed at the spots that tend to look hollow or deflated first: under the eyes, the cheeks and the lines around the mouth.
We want to be careful about how that is described. It is care for the look of volume. It is not a filler and it is not an injection, and it works best as a daily habit rather than a one-off.
"My under-eyes look fresher by the afternoon, and I only swipe it on once."
Jess T., Brisbane, QLD
3PDRN and collagen are the Korean-beauty part
PDRN has become a favourite in Korean skincare for supporting skin repair, elasticity and a firmer-looking finish. In this balm it is liposomal, meaning it is encapsulated in tiny liposomes to help it absorb better. It sits alongside 200 Dalton collagen, an ultra-low molecular weight collagen designed for better absorption than the larger kind.
The rest of the list reads like a serum shelf: NAD, liposomal EGF, peptides, elastin and retinol for volume and elasticity care. These details describe the characteristics of the raw ingredients, and the full ingredient list is on the pack.
"After a few weeks my skin feels smoother and looks more even. I'm happy with it."
Michelle R., Melbourne, VIC
4One stick covers the six places you notice in the mirror
Dryness, visible lines, dullness, a sagging look and dark circles rarely stay in one spot, so we like that this does not ask you to buy a separate product for each. The same stick goes under the eyes, across the cheeks, along the smile lines, over the forehead, down the neck and over the lips.
Hyaluronic acid, caffeine and vitamin E are in there for hydration, radiance and smoother-looking texture. The caffeine helps reduce the look of puffiness, which is why most people swipe it under the eyes first.
"I use it on my smile lines and forehead too. One stick for all of it."
Sarah L., Perth, WA
5The routine is three steps, and one of them is optional
Swipe it directly onto clean, dry skin. Apply it to the areas you want to target: cheeks, under the eyes, smile lines, forehead and neck. Blend with your fingertips if you like, and build it up for a dewier finish. That is the routine. Use it in the morning, at night, or both.
It leaves a soft, dewy finish, so it works as the last skincare step before makeup as well as before bed. If you want the longer-term effect, the habit matters more than the amount, so keep it where you will see it.
"It's the only step in my routine I've actually kept up. One swipe morning and night."
Donna K., Adelaide, SA
6Most people end up wanting more than one
A stick lives in one place at a time, and the places you want it are never the same: the handbag, the desk drawer, the bedside table, the gym bag. That is why we put the bundles together the way we did, and why every bundle includes free shipping across Australia.
It also makes an easy gift: small, tidy, and ready to use as soon as it is unwrapped.
"I bought the 2 pack. One for me and one for my sister, and she's already asked for another."
Tanya W., Gold Coast, QLD
One honest note before the price
This is a cosmetic skincare product. It is designed to improve the look and feel of your skin: hydration, smoothness and a plumper-looking finish. It is not a filler, it is not a medical treatment, and it will not replace a clinic procedure if that is what you are after. Results vary from person to person, and the look of fine lines and texture improves with regular use rather than overnight.
The formula contains retinol. Patch test on a small area first, wear sunscreen in the daytime, keep it away from your eyes, and check with your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you want a small, easy step that fits into the day you already have, it is built for that, and the 30-day money-back guarantee means you can find out for yourself.
The balm stick, against the jars and bottles already in your drawer
You can buy an eye cream or a serum almost anywhere, and plenty of them are good. The difference here is the format and the formula's focus on volume. Here is how it compares, laid out plainly.
| Pinkish balm stick | Typical jar or bottle | |
|---|---|---|
| Applying | Twist and glide, no scooping | Scoop or dropper, then rub in |
| Carrying | Handbag-friendly, nothing to spill | Jars and bottles can leak or break |
| Areas | Under eyes, cheeks, smile lines, forehead, neck, lips | Often made for one area |
| Finish | Soft, dewy, non-sticky | Varies by product |
| Focus | Volume and a plumper look, with 5% Volufiline | Varies by product |
Clinic treatments are a different thing again, and we would not pretend a balm stick is the same as one.
The price
Three bundles, all with free shipping and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Try it for 30 days. If you are not happy, contact us for a refund.
Questions, answered
How soon will I see results?
You get a smooth, dewy finish as soon as you apply it. For longer-term improvement in the look of fine lines and texture, use it daily. We suggest giving it around 30 days.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
It is formulated to be gentle and suitable for daily use, but everyone's skin is different. Patch test first. It contains retinol, so wear sunscreen in the daytime and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Where can I use it?
Under eyes, cheeks, smile lines, forehead, neck and lips. Keep it out of your eyes.
Do you ship across Australia?
Yes. Every bundle shown includes free shipping, and delivery details are shown at checkout.
This page is an advertisement for the Pinkish PDRN Pink Collagen Volume Multi Balm. Photos are for illustration only. Results vary from person to person. This is a cosmetic product and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
All prices are in Australian dollars (AUD).