So … my life is by now quite split between Malta and Germany and I am enjoying both countries. But I admit to appreciating the pulsing life you can find in Malta’s capital! It is a melting pot of cultures, and as an Italian I can testify to that. As I was strolling through Valletta together with my sister – we are posing here in front of the Italian Embassy ?
and her two little rascals, I still could not refrain from looking out for interesting beauty spots. And thus, after a delicious and really interesting ice cream – it was formed like a rose – I saw a beauty bar in Republic Street.
The appearance struck me as elegant and high-end but I still wondered: what is a beauty bar? Are you supposed to … make up your face yourself and pay a fee at the end? Go in as an ugly duck and come out as a goddess? Do they sell beauty on a stick (like my ice cream?)
I decided to take a look.
The interior was again quite sophisticated and I was greeted by a very nice woman who explained what the bar was about.
There were no espresso shots but a new cosmetic brand which works with … wait for it … venom!
(Not drinking it). The name of the cosmetic brand is Venofye and with its own words: The company has emerged as one of the hottest new brands in the world of skin care. Our result-oriented approach had us look beyond the conventional to find solutions to one of our most pressing issues – aging. What we found was venom, considered to be one of the best anti-agers of the modern time.
Well, because of my advanced age I am of course interested in everything which promises to slow down (I do not dare to believe: erases) the signs of aging.
Venofye states a bold claim: their products reduce the look of deep wrinkles, but how far can they prove it?
The same nice cosmetician who welcomed us, named Ema, offered us a trial on our skin. We accepted, as you can see here (I took a picture of my sister because it was easier to film).
The product used was the Viper Lift Bio Syringe – the name speaks for itself – which is also Infused with vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) and Sodium Hyaluronate.
You can see my skin around the eye here. The “wrinkle” which you can see on the corner of my eye is not a wrinkle, but an extremely old scar (according to my mother, I got it as a toddler).
How was it? Well, the feeling was for both of us a little strange at first, like hundreds tiny hands pulling the skin in every direction. Yes, the skin really felt tight, which was not pleasant at first. BUT: every single wrinkle disappeared and it stayed that way until the evening.
I cannot tell you how permanent the change would have been, as I had only ONE application and there is a syringe full of it. Nevertheless, I was impressed!
The price of the product is actually as bold as their claim, but it is justified if it performs exactly as a surgery (although with a surgery the final result is always a surprise).
That was my post and commentary today and I would really appreciate your input on the matter!
7 comments
I’ve been in that “beauty bar” 3 days ago. I was going on my way to have lunch and one of the employees stop me to give one of the samples. At the end I went inside the shop even if I was in a rush. The guy started explaining to me everything in a very polite way and he looked very professional. After 15 minutes I asked for the price of the products, between 100-600€ but he was offering the products for half price, obviusly is an amount of money that, unless you are rich, you don’t decide to spend 300€ in 2 min! So I told him that I would think about it. He ask me again which product was my favourite, and I said that they were all nice but I didn’t have money in that moment as I was in my work break. His face started to change and he started to be very rude telling me that if I wouldn’t buy in this moment he won’t make again the same offer and the price would be 600€ Later. At the end I had to tell him “sorry but I am not going to buy now anything”, he told me “i’m sorry for you”.
So the brand loose all the privilege it supposed to have just because of this kind of employees they have. The worst professional guy I’ve ever seen. If someone doesn’t want to buy the product just be still polite. Otherwise I suggest him to look for another job not dealing with clients
In the other side, the product, after 4 hours was completely gone. Overpriced, 600€ ! If its really works, would be very popular already!! And everybody would want it!
So don’t waste your money and your time either.
Very disappointing with the treat I receive.
Hello,
Thanks for sharing your experience with us!
Indeed, it doesn’t speak in favour of the company. As you justly pointed out, such a behaviour was uncalled for.
Have a nice Sunday all the same ?!
Adele
Hi. I purchased products from here after totally being misled that it was as good as surgery. Unfortunately, this is NOT TRUE as the results are only temporary.
Hi Victoria,
it is kind of you to share your experience, as it is useful for everyone.
Somehow I am getting the impression that this product fails to keep up with its promise.
Kind regards,
Adele
My grand-daughter and I decided to have a look after speaking to employee in the streets. Primarily I wanted advise for my teenage granddaughter and the guy was very helpful. Unfortunately I was shocked with price of treatment for her and said I would need to think about it. Later that day as we passed the shop again a different employees were standing outside so we went in to see what he had to say about my skin, He was very keen to show me especially after I had said I had had the best facial ever with an Elemental Herbology facial in Uk
I had a kind of facial with the treatment for ageing skin and my granddaughter said the lines on my forehead had gone. I was naturally quite impressed but when I said it was too expensive I am afraid his mood changed which was quite threatening. As it happened I chose to take the risk and buy Biro serum ,mask and cream costing me €700. I have used it twice since being back in the UK and I do feel it is helping but I definitely would not be paying the price it is advertised on your website
I will say that seeing the employee the following day when we were visiting Valletta he was very helpful and said to let him know how my skin was after a month
I use it and it is amazing BUT you are right about the pushy salesmen. Plus the fact that if you google it you can find the same exact product for $80. The results stay with me for 12+ hours.
Hi Victoria
I just came from the mall in Victoria BC where there was a new Venofýe had pop-up booth. I was approached by a gentalman by the name of Nick who asked me if I’d like to try their Biro eye serum. I gave quite large puffiness under my eyes and deep forehead laugh lines. Nick applied the serum under one eye and then to my forehead on the same side and fanned my face to allow the serum to soak in and dry. I could feel the fighting sensation as he did this. I didnt find the tightening uncomfortable at all…just noticable. Then Nick handed me a mirror. The results of the serum actually surprised me. ALL the fine lines and puffiness under my eyes were gone like magic!! And, the lines in my forehead were dramatically reduced. Nick repeated the process on the other side. I’m 53 yrs and I looked 20yrs younger! Astonishing really! Nick explained, that for lasting results, I would use this product every night for 1 week and then one night a week there after. Nick said this skin care process was not invasive nor as expensive as Botox or Saline injections. Also, he was honest to say that if I stopped using this product my puffiness and lines would slowly return.
Nick was very polite and engaging. Even when I stated that the products where initially very overpriced, between $300-$2400, his demeanor never changed. Nick explained that the Venofýe shin care line is a high end luxury line that provides the lifting and smoothing benefits at a fraction of the price of Botox or Saline injections. And at the end of the day, Botox or Saline are not permanent either. Then Nick asked me what I use now and how much I spend on each of my current face system and how long the products last. I explained that I use La Roche-Posay face system including their Hyalua B5 eye serum, intense rich face cream, Hyalua B5 anti-wrinkle repairing plumping cream, foaming gel cleanser, and the tinted mineral 50 SPF sunscreen. My current skin care routine products cost between $30-$60 each. The initial cost to purchase all 5 products is just over $250. These products last me almost 2 months except the for the sunscreen which last a month. I replenish 2 products monthly costing $100. Calculating the monthly replenishing expense (minus the initial startup costs), my current face care system costs $1100 yearly.
Nick explained that with the “promoters” special I would get the Brio eye serum estimated to last 2yrs (depending on use), the Queen Bee day moisturizer which includes an SPF (dont remember the spf strength 30 or 50??) estimated to last 1yr DOU and 2 foaming face cleansers estimated to last 1yr together DOU. All 4 products for $400 (original non-promoter cost would be over $2500) and a complimentary facial from their new spa which is also located in the same mall. The Venofýe Spa is very elegant yet inviting. This “Promoters” special only requires you to leave an honest review on website after the first month of using the products. AND whats even better is this “Promoters” special NEVER expires. I can order these same 4 products at the same LOW price of $400 once a year! This makes the basic Venofýe skin care system CHEAPER yearly then my current system!! AND the Venofýe system actually made an immediate difference where my current system has not produced anything close to the same results. With my current system, only sunglasses can disguise the bags and lines around my eyes.
Nick also told me that while he’d love it if I decided to use the rest of the Venofýe system, I could still continue using my own products with these 4 products. I appreciated that Nick was confident yet not pushy.
Venofýe also has a face/neck light therapy system as well as a full body light therapy system costing $300 and up.
I am not one to spend my money foolishly. BUT this system actually gave me the results I’ve been wanting on the first application that I’ve never got with my current skin care products AND even at luxury prices, Venofýe is cheaper then my current system. Using Venofýe would SAVE me $700 a year.
Writing this Summary of my experience was a great way to review and evaluate if I wanted to invest in the Venofýe skin care system. I will be returning to the mall tomorrow to take advantage of the “promoters” special! So excited! Keep watch for my personal review of the Venofýe on my YouTube channel!