#XOReview - The Lancer Method (Influenster)

Disclosure: I received these products from Influenster for free in exchange for my honest review.

I think I did my pre-VoxBox survey wrong. When asked if I tried any skincare brands in the past 6 months, I picked nearly the whole list. Not because I’ve been really searching, but like many people, I like to try new products to see if they fit. The survey thought otherwise.

I was able to try out “The Method”, a three step skincare routine created by Dr. Harold Lancer, a Beverly Hills dermatologist trusted by celebrities worldwide. I trust Dr. Lancer is a great dermatologist, but this method and products are not for my skin.

The Lancer Method, as it is called, is an exfoliate, cleanser, and moisturizer that is supposed to give beautiful, glowing skin in three simple steps. Simple enough, but I’m stubborn in my routine. I did use these products for 10 days. I couldn’t do the full 14 days. My skin wasn’t loving it.

The Lancer Method

Step one is a polish, a nano-crystal, pumpkin and pomegranate enzyme physical exfoliate that is said to “dramatically resurface and refine skin texture in one use”. This polish did smooth my skin but doing so everyday (for me) was not good. I ultimately overexfoliated my skin which was one point that turned me off of the product.

Step two is a foaming cleanser that is supposed to remove dirt and

impurities while balancing the skin’s pH level with amino acids and aloe vera. This made me weary in the beginning and only recently have I made up my mind on this. I will explain further down.

Step three is the nourish which is a moisturizer that is formulated with hyaluronic acid and hexapeptide-48 to improve the look of lines, wrinkles, texture and firmness. At first, this moisturizer (with just a little bit) wasn’t enough for my big face. But adjusting the amount, it’s a good moisturizer.

On to the critique - I would not do or recommend this method for someone who has dry, sensitive skin like me. The products, by themselves, would be nice additions to routines, but as a whole routine - definitely not suitable for sensitive skin.

In the picture, you can see that I tested the pH of the polish and cleanser. This was the second point against the method that I felt was wrong for me. On the left is the test strip for the cleanser. The cleanser turned out to have a pH around 6-7. On the right is the test strip for the polish. The polish turned out to have a pH around 9. NINE!! In the end, mixing the two would leave your skin neutral pH (~7) which isn’t what you want.

(left: Day 1 & 7

Right: Day 1 & 10)

I won’t explain but I will lead you HERE to learn about the acid mantle that is your skin’s defense barrier and neutralizing it is a mistake. You want it balanced, not too acidic and not to alkaline.

I was throwing my skin off with the pH of 7 and the overexfoliation. I tried to do comparison photos, but my phone didn’t really show the difference but I could feel and tell the difference.

I really did like trying these products, but as for repurchasing, I would consider the cleanser and moisturizer. The polish will be a pass.

If you are interested in the products, they are sold at Sephora or Lancer website:

Polish - $75-$95 USD

Cleanse - $55 USD

Nourish - $125 -$210 USD

The Method - $135 USD

Until next post,

XOXO

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