I urge you to unlock the secret to soft, beautiful lips and take a deep dive into Izil Beauty’s Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio!
When I moved to the UAE, my skincare routine faced a whirlwind of challenges. The harsh sun, fluctuating humidity, and desert winds demanded a complete overhaul. While adjusting to my new environment, I was particularly excited to explore local beauty ingredients, one of which has left me completely mesmerized—Aker Fassi.
One of the notable finds in my skincare scanning operation through Middle Eastern heritage ingredients was Izil Beauty’s Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio, an absolute catch in the world of lip care. If you’re someone who has been searching for the perfect lip care routine that goes beyond a basic balm, this trio offers not just lip care but a whole, immersive skincare experience, combining traditional Moroccan beauty rituals with the convenience of modern formulations.
Let’s explore this lip set in detail, how it ties back to the history and cultural richness of Aker Fassi, and why it’s essential to lip care in the UAE.
What is Aker Fassi?
Before I tackle the lip trio specifics, let’s talk about Aker Fassi – an ingredient with deep-rooted traditions in North African beauty. Aker Fassi is derived from poppy flower petals and pomegranate rind. It’s known for its vibrant red pigment and numerous skin benefits, particularly in enhancing lip color and providing a gentle, natural exfoliation. Moroccan women have used this precious extract as a pin in their beauty routines to brighten lips and cheeks for centuries.
The local allure of Aker Fassi makes it the perfect introduction to any skincare routine, especially when combined with the nourishing, hydrating ingredients we all need in our lip care arsenal. But what makes this Izil Beauty Lip Trio truly stand out is how it combines tradition with efficacy.
The Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio by Izil Beauty: A Game Changer for Our Lip Care Routine
The Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio by Izil Beauty proposes a complete system designed to exfoliate, nourish, and upgrade the natural beauty of your lips. What drew me in immediately was the holistic approach this trio takes to lip care. It’s not just about hydration or color but about long-term lip health and beauty – something I sincerely appreciate after experiencing the challenges of the UAE climate.
1. Lip Scrub
Let’s start with the lip scrub, the essential first step to any good lip care routine. The brown sugar-based scrub is infused with the powerful Aker Fassi pigment, which not only exfoliates dead skin but leaves behind a subtle tint, making your lips look healthier, soft, and ASAP kissable.
During summer days, the relentless blast of icy, dry air from the AC leaves my lips parched and thirsty, sapping every last drop of moisture. Stepping outside, from the 23 degrees AC indoors, into the scorching 45+ degrees heat, it’s as if your lips are caught in a desert storm – cracked, flaky, and pleading for relief. They’re torn between two worlds, brittle and fragile, yearning for hydration and nourishment, desperate to return to their once supple, luscious glory. The contrast is dramatic, and your lips are the unwitting victims of nature’s extreme tug of war.
This scrub is gentle but effective, perfect for someone like me who’s battling the harsh extremes of temperature.
It smells and tastes fantastic. The scent of this lip scrub is a vibrant and invigorating blend of natural, uplifting ingredients. As you open the little jar, the crisp, refreshing aroma of Peppermint Oil instantly awakens your senses, delivering a cool, tingling sensation. This is complemented by the bright, zesty notes of Lemon Peel Oil, which adds a burst of citrusy freshness.
Beneath these energizing top notes, the warm and spicy undertones of Cinnamon Bark Powder introduce a comforting, cozy depth, balancing the sweetness of Shea Butter and the earthiness of Argan Oil and Jojoba Oil. The subtle fruitiness of Pomegranate Extract and the soft floral hint of Poppy Flower Powder round out the scent, giving it a layered complexity that’s both refreshing and indulgent.
Together, these ingredients create a unique aromatic experience that is at once cooling, energizing, and warmly inviting—a perfect sensory treat for your lips.
The texture of this lip scrub is a luxurious blend of rich, buttery softness and gentle exfoliating granules. The fine sucrose crystals provide an effective yet mild exfoliation, sweeping away dry, flaky skin without being too harsh. As you massage it onto your lips, the scrub melts effortlessly, thanks to the nourishing base of Shea Butter, Jojoba, and Argan Oil, which gives it a creamy, velvety feel.
Adding Beeswax to this formula creates a smooth, balmy texture that leaves a protective layer on your lips, locking in moisture and ensuring they feel soft and supple after use. Meanwhile, the delicate powders of Cinnamon Bark and Poppy Flower add a pleasing, natural grit to the mix, giving the scrub a satisfying yet gentle scrubbing action. Result: a perfect balance of exfoliation and hydration, leaving your lips polished, smooth, and ready for any balm or lipstick.
I love how this scrub prepares my lips for the rest of the lip care routine. A good, healthy scrub is critical to ensuring that all the moisture and nutrients from the subsequent steps are fully absorbed, allowing for deep nourishment.
2. Lip Balm
The second product in the Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio is the balm, which is nothing short of luxurious. Enriched with shea butter, argan oil, and Aker Fassi, this balm feels like a protective shield over my lips. In the UAE, a high-quality balm is non-negotiable for proper lip care.
The hydration from the balm lasts hours, and its subtle tint adds just the right amount of hue, perfect for those days when you want a more natural look. It’s one of those balms that softens and actively works to restore and maintain your lips’ health. The instructions on the box say you should apply the lip tint after the scrub and then the lip balm; so far, most of the time, I finish with the lip tint.
I love the scent of this lip balm. The smell of this lip balm is a captivating fusion of rich, natural aromas that offer a truly sensory experience. The first impression is the soft, nutty warmth of Shea Butter and Argan Oil, blended with the sweet, velvety notes of Mango Seed Butter and Pomegranate Extract, which provide a luscious, fruity undertone. As it melts into your lips, subtle hints of Cinnamon Bark Oil bring a delicate spiciness, while the faint earthiness of Licorice and Poppy Flower Powder adds depth. The blend is balanced by the refreshing, light sweetness of Grape Fruit Oil and Stevia Leaf Extract, leaving a soothing, natural finish that feels indulgent and fresh. It’s a perfect harmony of creamy, fruity, and slightly spiced aromas, making each application a delightful treat for my senses. In other words, this lip balm smells like Christmas.
3. Lip & Cheek Tint
Rounding out the trio is the Lip & Cheek Tint, an absolute revelation for me. Lip tints are not really a new trend in lip care, but Izil Beauty has taken it to the next level by incorporating Aker Fassi for both its skincare benefits and its gorgeous red hue.
The texture of this lip and cheek tint is delightfully lightweight and silky, with a water-based formula that glides effortlessly across the skin. Upon application, the Aloe Vera Water and Prickly Pear Extract create a cooling, refreshing sensation, instantly hydrating the lips and cheeks. The tint absorbs quickly without feeling greasy or heavy, leaving a natural finish.
Thanks to the Sodium Hyaluronate and Glycerin, it offers a subtle plumping effect, adding a dewy, radiant glow to the skin. The Avocado Oil and Hydrolyzed Jojoba Ester ensures a smooth application, giving the formula a soft, cushiony feel that melts seamlessly into my skin. It’s buildable, allowing you to layer for more color intensity without any patchiness or stickiness.
Overall, the tint leaves a weightless, breathable finish, making my skin feel fresh, soft, and hydrated while adding a beautiful, natural flush to my lips and cheeks.
Its fragrance is a pleasant blend of freshness, sweetness, and light florals, evoking the feeling of a blooming garden after a rain shower – perfectly complementing the natural looks this tint brings to my lips and cheeks.
It works with or without the balm; it is a perfect choice for daily wear in the hot, humid UAE climate.
The Power of Local Ingredients in Lip Care
What makes this trio truly special is its celebration of local, organic farming ingredients. Izil Beauty, a brand deeply rooted in traditional Moroccan beauty practices, ensures that their formulations deliver results and honor the heritage of their ingredients. Adding Aker Fassi to this formula, Izil pays homage to centuries-old beauty secrets while bringing them into a contemporary skincare context.
By choosing products like the Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio, you’re investing in effective lip care and supporting the preservation and celebration of Middle Eastern and North African cultural beauty practices. And with the current global shift towards sustainability and localism, there’s no better time to embrace such heritage-rich products in your beauty routine.
More about the ingredients: https://izilbeauty.com/en/aker-fassi-poppy-lip-trio/FG-240067.html
Why This Trio is Perfect for Life in the UAE
As someone who’s relatively new to the UAE, I can’t stress enough how much the environment here demands a customized, extremely carefully curated skincare routine. Lips, often neglected in a skincare regimen, need extra love and care due to the unique challenges posed by the desert climate.
The sun exposure, weekends at the beach, desert adventures, and then indoor air conditioning cause lips to chap, dry out, or crack. This is why the Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio has become a go-to in my weekly beauty routine. The scrub sloughs off any dry skin, the balm provides long-lasting hydration, and the tint adds a protective glossy finish—all while incorporating the potent benefits of Aker Fassi.
Each step in the trio works synergistically to offer complete lip care, ensuring my lips stay soft, hydrated, and healthy, no matter what the environment throws at them.
I Encourage You To Try Local Skincare with Aker Fassi!
If you want to elevate your lip care game in the UAE, the Aker Fassi Poppy Lip Trio by Izil Beauty is the perfect place to start. This trio offers a comprehensive solution to the lip challenges we face in our new home, the Emirates while celebrating the cultural significance of Middle Eastern heritage ingredients like Aker Fassi.
Incorporating local, natural ingredients into your skincare routine is more than just a trend—it’s a movement towards mindful beauty that values sustainability, tradition, and efficacy. So, the next time you want to refresh your lip care routine, why not reach for something rooted in heritage?
Your lips will thank you for it.
The Founder
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*Disclosure: I received no compensation for this review. This is solely based on my personal experience and assessment.
