For a few of us, the concept of “whitening” our skin might sound pretty dodgy. There’s no bleach involved, right? I won’t come out of it looking like a ghost? As someone who’s spent most of her life being pretty tan for a Chinese Singaporean, I wondered what this whitening cream held in store for me.

Sure, I’d tried my fair share of face masks which promised “translucent” skin – is this meant to sound appealing? – but my complexion typically came out uneven after those masking sessions. Maybe it was the way I placed the mask on my face? Maybe my T-zone is just a lot more stubborn than my cheeks? So many unanswered questions.

So, after using the cream twice a day, for six days, here’s my verdict: the Dr Jart+ V7 Toning Light works, but you have to be pretty patient. I only noticed a slightly brighter complexion on my bare face by the fourth or fifth day. On the plus side, I definitely saw that “instant” effect once the cream was on my face, so the product is a quick fix for anyone who wants to ditch the BB or CC Cream once in a while. Unfortunately, it didn’t feel as light on my face as I would have preferred, especially as someone who typically wears makeup going out, but it definitely kept my skin moisturised.

I’m not gonna lie, the V7 Toning Light definitely isn’t easy on your wallet, but it’s pretty worth it when you consider the amount of product in each jar, and the multi-benefits on your skin. Ultimately, when it comes to long-term skincare, you can trust this Korean brand.

Dr Jart+ V7 Toning Light, $71, available at Sephora online and in all Sephora stores from 4 August. sephora.sg/dr-jart

1. Make the products 'recycle ready' by rinsing it out and cleaning it. What if the product doesn't work for me? Give it to someone who might like to try it! That way, you will minimise wastage and give the product a second home. ♡♡

2. Get the DETAILS! Typically, most skin care packaging is recyclable in Australia, but what can and can’t be recycled depends on where you live. A quick Google search will reveal a recycling guideline based on your state / territory.

3. Can I put this in my recycling bin? If you've checked and the answer is 'yes', give these items a second life and put them in the recycling bin. If it's not, look into enterprises like TerraCycle, to help you properly recycle your beauty products. If the product is recycable through TerraCycle, it is FREE and all you have to do is gather your empty products together, print a recycling label and ship it out - that’s it! They’ll take care of the rest for you.

FYI, recycling plants uses numbers ranging from 1 to 7 to help sort all the materials. PETE stands for Polyethylene Terephthalate and PP stands for Polypropylene — these are both plastics. PAP represents paper / mixed paper / cardboard. See Earth Easy to learn more about your plastics.

That's it babes! Remember to love our earth; love our planet!

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What's exactly is the V7 Toning Light from Dr Jart+? Essentially, it's a moisturizer made with 7 kinds of vitamins and pearl extracts (ooo fancy). It's meant to provide a "tone up" effect on your skin, meaning it instantly brightens and evens out your undertone. This makes it a great base for an even makeup application.

50ml.

Product of Korea.

It's suitable for most skin types, and isn't too heavy on oily skin. However, it leaves a white cast (as most "tone up" creams do) - so isn't suitable for tan and deep skin tones.

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Cyclopentasiloxane, Betaine, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Propanediol, Isohexadecane, Dimethiconol, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Polysorbate 80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Nephrite Powder, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Sorbitan Oleate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Trideceth-6, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Beta-Glucan, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Bacillus Ferment, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cyclomethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Ceteth-24, Cholesterol, Potassium Sorbate, Choleth-24, Glyceryl Linolenate, Beta-Sitosterol, Glyceryl Linoleate, Glyceryl Arachidonate, Ubiquinone, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Retinyl Palmitate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Biotin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid.

Ingredients subject to change at manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, please refer to product packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is V7 Toning Light Cream?

The V7 Toning Light Cream from Dr Jart is from the "tone-up" creams category, a uniquely Asian beauty product that uses physical UV filters to immediately brighten the skin. The V7 Toning Light uses titanium dioxide, a safe and popular physical UV filter which means these products all provide a measure of sun protection. However, as with most products employing physical sunscreen filters, they can leave a white cast on darker skin tones and the V7 Toning Light Cream is no exception in this regard. It is not melanin-friendly and works best on fair skin.

Does Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream bleach the skin?

The V7 Toning Light Cream from Dr Jart does not bleach the skin. It is essentially a niacinamide moisturizing cream with titanium dioxide. Kanvas Beauty as a matter of policy doesn't stock any products with ingredients intended to bleach skin. Quite simply, bleaching products are not good for the skin, and shouldn't be considered skincare. Nor does it fall in line with our PoC-friendly values.

What is the difference between toning and lightening the skin?

Toning creams refer to any creams with physical UV filters that can immediately even out the skin. For fair skin with hyperpigmentation (e.g. sun spots, acne scars), this category of creams provide an alternative to makeup and concealers (helpful in humid climates). The UV filters also provide an extra degree of sun protection. Lightening the skin refers to bleaching skin products, none of which Kanvas Beauty stocks.

Can I sleep with Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream on?

It's perfectly safe to sleep with the Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream - it is essentially like sleeping with your sunscreen on. Not quite necessary but not unsafe, either! There are other beneficial ingredients in this formula such as niacinamide, panthenol and macadamia seed oil that will nourish skin as you sleep.

Does the Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream provide UV protection?

Because its formula includes titanium dioxide, the Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream does provide an element of UV protection. However, this product as not been rated as a sunscreen, hence the level of protection is unknown. Always wear a broadspectrum sunscreen on top of this product, particularly under the harsh Australian sun!

How do you use Dr Jart+ V7 toning light?

How To Use.

After cleansing and toning,.

Apply a proper amount of the cream to the face,.

Avoiding the eye and mouth area,.

Tap the area where the cream is applied gently in order for it to be absorbed along with the skin texture..

Is Dr Jart V7 toning light a sunscreen?

Because its formula includes titanium dioxide, the Dr Jart V7 Toning Light Cream does provide an element of UV protection. However, this product as not been rated as a sunscreen, hence the level of protection is unknown.

What is X3 toning light cream used for?

The X3 Toning Light by Dr. Jart is a skincare product that claims to target pigmentation issues like melasma and hyperpigmentation.

How do you use Dr Jart V7 brightening mask?

After washing the face, rub the pouch to activate the ingredients. Open the pouch and carefully apply the mask to clean and toned the skin. Leave it on for 10 to 20 minutes. Remove the mask, then gently pat the excess serum on your skin.