BLITHE Pressed Serum Tundra Chaga – Anti-Aging Face Cream, Korean Serum with Chaga Extract for Firm Skin, Intense Hydration, and Nourishing Care (50 ml)

I'm extremely happy with this serum, it's lightweight, not sticky and leaves my skin soft and moisturized! It has a really nice texture and very subtle, pleasant smell. I tried a small jar at first and then re-purchased full size. It was recommended to me by my dermatologist.

I was really excited to try the BLITHE Pressed Serum Tundra Chaga Mushroom after hearing so much about its anti-ageing properties and luxurious formula. I’ve been using it for about a week now and while there are some definite positives, I’m genuinely struggling with one major drawback – the scent. Inonotus Obliquus (Chaga Mushroom) Extract is known for its earthy, mushroom-like scent. Natural mushroom extracts can have a strong and sometimes musty or “damp” odour that some people describe as unpleasant, especially in higher concentrations. The formula contains Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, and Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil. I can definitely pick up on the Geranium/Bergamot. The inclusion of Methyldihydrojasmonate, a synthetic fragrance component often used to add floral or musky notes, to me clashes with the mushroom and fermented aromas, leading to an overpowering or unbalanced scent.However, let’s start with the good bits. The consistency of this cream is absolutely gorgeous – a rich, velvety texture that feels indulgent to apply. It’s intensely hydrating, and my skin feels soft, nourished, and well-cared-for after use. It’s not a lightweight formula by any means; it does leave a film on the skin, but I find it works perfectly for an evening routine. I use it to seal in the rest of my skincare, and it does the job brilliantly.Now back to the scent - and this is where it really falls down for me. The description states it smells like “fresh wood,” but I have to disagree. To my nose, it has a distinctly lactic, heavy quality, almost like burnt milk that’s gone off. I find it rather overpowering, and it’s a struggle to get past it during application.It does contain fragrance, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, and caprylic/capric triglyceride, but it is free of sulfates, phthalates, silicones (e.g., dimethicone), parabens.Despite my reservations, I’m determined to give it a fair trial and will persevere for the full four weeks to see if the anti-ageing claims deliver. So far, the hydration and texture are definite wins, but I’m not sure those are enough to outweigh the smell. Sadly, I can’t see myself repurchasing this product unless they reformulate the fragrance.If you’re not particularly sensitive to scents or don’t mind heavy fragrances, this might be a wonderful addition to your PM routine. However, for me, the smell is a dealbreaker.Edit: I find the hypoallergenic and sensitive skin claims misleading. The pressed serum contains several potential irritants & allergens:1. Essential Oils & Fragrances:Lemon Peel Oil (Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Oil) – Can cause photosensitivity and irritation.Cedarwood Oil (Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil) – May be a skin sensitizer.Geranium Flower Oil (Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil) – A known irritant for sensitive skin.2. Fatty Alcohols & Emulsifiers:Cetearyl Alcohol, C12-16 Alcohols – Though generally non-irritating, they can be problematic for very reactive skin.3. Preservatives & Solvents:1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol – Common in skincare but can trigger contact dermatitis for those sensitive to glycols.4. Polyurethane-39 & Acrylates (Film-Formers):Can trap irritants against the skin, leading to delayed reactions.5. Potential Fungal Acne Triggers:Olive Oil, Argan Oil, Meadowfoam Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin – These are great emollients but can worsen fungal acne or clogged pores for some.

Left my face feeling very very sticky and itchy. Do not use on sensitive skin.I had to swill it off my face as I couldn’t stand it on my skin any longer.Whether it works on wrinkle lines etc I will never know as I won’t be using it again. It also had a slight musty,mouldy smell to it which was unpleasant

Made my skin really itchy and sore