SEPTEMBER’s Beauty Test: Skincare from Ukrainian Brand 1stly
SEPTEMBER’s Beauty Test: Skincare from Ukrainian Brand 1stly
Skincare is always about the experience. It’s about how the cream’s texture feels on your skin, the scent of the cleanser, and the reflection that greets you in the mirror each morning. The SEPTEMBER editorial team put Ukrainian brand 1STLY skincare to the test to see how it performs on different skin types. Each of us chose our products, used them for two weeks, and shared our experiences.
1STLY skincare is a modern Ukrainian cosmetics brand offering innovative skincare solutions. Their products boast natural ingredients, are perfect for sensitive skin, and deliver visible results.
What the SEPTEMBER Team Chose from 1stly
Mariana Yanko (Founder of SEPTEMBER Magazine)
Products chosen from 1stly and skin concerns addressed:
I tested two products from 1stly: mineral powder for problematic skin and a mask with AHA acids. I loved the mineral powder. I prefer when my skin can breathe and isn’t clogged by heavy products. The powder has a light texture, pleasant matte finish, and leaves my skin feeling clean after application. It doesn’t clog pores, cause breakouts, and helps my skin look more even. For someone like me, who is prone to comedones, this is the perfect daily product.
The AHA acid mask impressed me from the first use. It gently yet effectively cleanses the skin. After using it, my face feels smooth, brighter, and very soft to the touch. It feels renewed without any irritation or tightness. I like that it combines the effectiveness of acids with the gentleness of natural ingredients. This is the kind of mask after which you don’t need anything else—your skin looks fresh and alive on its own.
Results after testing:
- Skin became cleaner and calmer.
- The mask noticeably renewed the skin’s texture, evened out the tone, and refreshed the face.
- The powder helped maintain a matte finish without over-drying and didn’t clog pores.
- Overall, the skin looks healthier and more even.
Daria Shapran (Advertising Manager at SEPTEMBER)
Products chosen from 1stly and skin concerns addressed:
I was looking for products for sensitive skin prone to redness with large pores, so the cream with vitamin C was perfect. Also, bakuchiol addresses the first signs of aging, which I’ve started to notice on my face. It’s natural, so I just want to maintain my skin’s health.
Results after testing:
The cream is light yet provides enough moisture in the morning and evening. After application, I immediately feel freshness and see my skin glowing. The mask has a deeper moisturizing and softening effect. Seeing my skin so moisturized and soft during the cold season is very important to me because sensitive skin usually looks duller and more tired with the onset of cold weather.
Yulia Astanina (Art Director at SEPTEMBER)
Products chosen from 1stly and skin concerns addressed:
My skin becomes drier, more sensitive, prone to redness, and a bit dull without a tan in the fall. So, I chose:
Light cream with probiotics: I love the cream’s texture, which absorbs quickly and doesn’t tighten the skin. This cream is easy to apply, evens out the skin tone, and moisturizes. After a few days of testing, my skin became calmer, firmer, and more hydrated, and most importantly, without any feeling of heaviness or film.
Serum with vitamin C, because in the fall, I always want a bit more glow and an even tone. The formula with vitamin C refreshes the skin, evens out the color, and adds a soft glow effect. I use it before the cream because together they work like a super duo for glowing, well-cared-for skin.
