PSA: Laneige’s New Water Bank Products Will Plump Your Dull, Dehydrated Skin
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If you have ever dabbled into the world of K-Beauty, I bet you’ve heard of Laneige’s legendary Water Bank range.
Guess what? It’s back and better than ever.
This icy winter has us relying on our heaters and going from the freezing outside world right into our warm, cosy home is something that would definitely stress the crap out of our skin.
I don’t know about you but my skin is tired, tighter and dryer than ever.
That’s coming from someone who’s usually oily.
Honestly, the new and improved Water Bank really couldn’t have landed at Adore Beauty at a better time.
Plus, I'm a huge fan of Laneige, so I was so keen to road-test this Water Bank collection, praying the heroLANEIGE Water Bank Blue HA Serum 50ML would save my dehydrated winter skin.
Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about Laneige’s Water Bank collection, my honest review and before and after pics to prove it.
What Are Laneige Water Bank Products?
Laneige Water Bank is a range that promises deep, long lasting hydration for up to 100 hours thanks to their blue hyaluronic acid, exclusive to Laneige.
What is the deal with this 'blue HA', you ask?
It’s Laneige’s exclusive ultra-powerful hyaluronic acid, obtained through 38 years of research, it's double-fermented and 2000 times smaller than it was before, meaning it works instantly and actually locks in hydration.
If you're wondering what the difference is between the new Laneige Water Bank vs old Water Bank, here's the answer:
- The new Water Bank range is formulated with micro-sized blue hyaluronic acid, which absorbs into the skin 263 times faster than the conventional HAs.
- Unlike the previous range, this collection is divided and has products that cater to different skin types.
- The products with the orangey/coral dot on the packaging is made for normal to dry skin and also features probiotics.
- The products with the blue dot on the packaging is made for combo to oily skin which features fermented soybean extract and yeast extract.
Now, let’s break down each product in the range.
1. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Exfoliating Toner.
Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Exfoliating Toner gently melts off surface dead skin cells improving the appearance of skin tone and texture while hydrating and softening the skin.
Fast facts:
- Blue Hyaluronic Acid and vitamin E deeply hydrate and nourish the skin.
- Dissolves dead skin cells, great for those with fine lines, pigmentation and oily skin with the help of PHA (poly-hydroxy acid) - gluconolactone.
- Allows for better absorption of following products.
- Strengthens skin barrier.
- Great for all skin types, formulated with combo and oily skin in mind.
How to use Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Exfoliating Toner:
After cleansing, drop 2-3 drops of toner on a cotton pad and wipe over face, focussing on flaky areas and avoiding eyes.
2. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Revitalising Toner.
Laneige’s Water Bank Blue HA Revitalising Toner provides instant relief to dull, dry, dehydrated skin, softening and soothing the skin while also brightening up skin tone.
Fast facts:
- Has blue hyaluronic acid and vitamin E for instant and long lasting hydration.
- Formulated with their Beta Pro-nol Complex™ (a blend of beta glucan, probiotic lystate and panthenol) to revive and protect the skin’s barrier.
- Soothes skin and is super refreshing and cooling.
- Great for all skin types, formulated with normal and dry skin in mind.
How to use the Revitalising Toner:
Both in the morning and at night, I press the toner into freshly cleansed skin and it soaks the refreshing goodness like a sponge.
It leaves my skin feeling hydrated and ready for the rest of my routine.
3. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Serum.
A lightweight, hypoallergenic, hydrating serum that glides across the face and soaks right into the skin, giving us intense, instant hydration.
Fast facts:
- Has blue hyaluronic acid and vitamin E for that ultra nourishment.
- Has probiotic lystate (strengthens skin’s natural microbiome), peptides (firming), fermented deep sea algae (aids skin immunity, soothes and protects skin)
- Helps to improve skin’s elasticity.
- Has a water and oil balance, is non-greasy and tack-free.
- Packaged in a cool designed, hi-tech-looking bottle.
How to use Water Bank Blue HA Serum:
Apply one or two plumps of this HA serum after cleansing and before moisturiser and sunscreen.
If you’re using a toner this bad boy would go after that.
4. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Gel Moisturiser.
Instantly cools and refreshes the skin, it works to balance and provide hydration for oily skin without the added heaviness or greasy feeling.
Fast facts:
- A gel moisturiser loaded with tiny cream beads that melt into the skin upon contact.
- With the help of mint leaf extract it refreshes and cools the skin.
- Keeps skin plump and juicy thanks to blue hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vitamin E.
- Forest yeast extract helps soothe the skin.
- Provides up to 48 hour hydration for oily skin.
How to use Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Gel Moisturiser:
As the final step in the skin routine, apply a pearl-sized amount and massage it into the skin, follow with a sunscreen if used in the morning.
5. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Cream Moisturiser.
A lush medium-weight restoring cream made with dry skin types in mind, giving the skin the serious nourishment it needs without the extra heaviness or greasiness.
Fast facts:
- Packed with super hydrators blue hyaluronic acid, squalene, vitamin E, glycerin and ceramides.
- Great for skin immunity, soothing and protection thanks to fermented deep sea algae.
- Features Beta Glucan - a powerful antioxidant that calms skin and helps to soothe sensitive skin types.
- Provides instant and long lasting hydration while feeling light on the skin.
- Plumps and firms skin and prevents moisture loss throughout the day.
How to use Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Cream Moisturiser:
Use as the final step of your skincare routine. Smooth a pearl-sized amount over face. If using in the AM, always follow up with an SPF.
6. Laneige Water Bank Blue HA Eye Cream.
A crisp tall glass of water for the eye area. It works to minimise the appearance of fine lines and brings life back into tired, puffy eyes.
Fast facts:
- Formulated with blue hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and fermented deep sea algae.
- Includes coconut oil which creates a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss.
- Super silky texture, glides on the skin like a dream.
- Decreases puffiness and brightens up the area, amazing for those with dark circles.
- Improves the appearance of fine lines and crows feet.
How to use Water Bank Blue HA Eye Cream:
After all of your serums and toners, but before moisturiser, take a rice sized amount on your ring finger and gently pat into the delicate eye area.
My Laneige Water Bank Reviews.
So, does the new Laneige Water Bank range live up to the hype?
Here are some of my top picks from the range...
The LANEIGE Water Bank Blue HA Serum 50ML is my favourite thing ever.
I love using this after the toner. It's cooling upon application, the silky texture glided across my face like a dream, and my skin soaks it right up.
Packaging-wise, it's by far the best I’ve seen. The serum bottle is so luxe and feels hi-tech, you twist the bottle and the pump comes pops up!
I also enjoyed the relaxing, clean scent, and the skin microbiome benefits excite the heck out of me.
LANEIGE Water Bank Blue HA Gel Moisturiser 50ML is another favourite.
The texture feels so cooling and soothing when applied thanks to the mint leaf extract.
I love that this keeps my skin hydrated throughout the day and during the night, without feeling the need to wash my pillows in the morning because my whole skin routine has soaked into my pillow instead of my face.
If you have oily skin, or if you have dry skin in a humid climate, add this to cart and remember to thank me.
On to the eye cream, which was a surprise hit.
I don’t typically use eye creams, but the LANEIGE Water Bank Blue HA Eye Cream 25ML is so silky and light, I really enjoyed applying and massaging this into my eye area.
I find it plumps up the area so nicely and makes the lines less noticeable, and does wonders for making my eyes look less tired.
Here's a before and after shot to show you just how plump, juicy and bouncy my skin looks after using these products.
Final Verdict...
Laneige has always been my go-to when I need ultimate hydration.
Their light scents in their formulas have conditioned me to reset my mind and relax while I apply my skincare, its truly an experience.
Laneige Cica Sleeping Mask 60ml and Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask 20g are products I always have readily available in my drawer.
But the Water Bank range is a collection I can reach for more often.
All the formulas are incredibly light, work well with the rest of my routine and the skin soaks up all the blue HA goodness like a sponge.
All the products are straight forward and easy to use.
If you and the heater have been spending a lot of quality time or for those with dry skin all year round, this range is for you.
P.S. To find the perfect Laneige product for you, check out our YouTube review below.
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