Hey all! Happy almost New Year’s Eve! As we Near the end of 2018 and start a new year, I have realized that I need to do a better job hydrating my skin. It’s so dry because of the cold air, and the fact that I’m not getting any younger!
I was sent some moisturizing Jergens and Curel products for my honest review. Starting with lotions that are used in shower to lotions to use anytime your skin is dry, Jergens and Curel has you covered!
Jergens Wet Skin Moisturizer With Shea Oil
Jergens Shea Butter Wet Skin Moisturizer ($6.99 USD) is applied to wet skin right after showering, maximizing hydration when skin is most receptive to moisture. The water activated formula absorbs right away as vitamin-rich shea oil leaves you feeling smooth and soft – and without the heaviness and greasy residue of a traditional lotion.
What I think: This leaves my skin so soft and the hydration lasts all day! This is non greasy and is perfect all year long.
Curel Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer
Curel Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer ($10.99 USD)After showering or bathing, your pores are open which allows hydration to penetrate deep into the skin’s surface to the source of dryness. That is why Curél Hydra Therapy is applied to wet skin immediately after showering and works with the water on the skin to glide on and immediately absorb. There is no need to rinse or wait before toweling dry as normal. Unlike traditional lotions, it works from within your skin to replenish and repair the moisture barrier. With Advanced Ceramide Complex, the moisturizer replenishes ceramides to help skin retain moisture and prevent symptoms of dry skin from returning. Dermatologist recommended, Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer was granted the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance. Apply daily and feel 3x more hydrated.
This one is even lighter than the Jergens in shower lotion, but it also lasts all day long. These types of lotions are so easy to use and incorporate into my shower routine!
Jergens Flawless Effects Moisturizer
Jergens Flawless Effects Moisturizer ($10.99 USD) — A blurring and perfecting lotion that improves tone, softens imperfections, and provides nourishing hydration for more flawless looking skin. This velvety lotion with Shea butter and sheer blush pigments instantly smooths skin while noticeably balancing tone in as few as 5 days.
What I think: I have enjoyed testing out this lotion. It has a balm-like texture and glides on the skin. I noticed that my skin tone looks even and my skin is very smooth when I use this daily.
Jergens Skin Illuminating Moisturizer
Jergens Skin Illuminating Moisturizer ($10.99 USD) — Enhanced with a subtle touch of shimmer, this highlighting and illuminating formula gives your skin a beachy glow, with hints of peach and gold. Nourished, luminous, lively skin, with just a kiss of shimmer. This silky lotion with pure minerals and freshwater pearl powder transforms everyday skin to standout skin before your very eyes.
What I think: This lotion is very light and creamy. It has a little bit of shimmer in it, so I think it will be great in the spring and summer, when I show my arms and legs more.
Curel Rough Skin Rescue Smoothing Lotion
Sometimes, slathering on moisturizer once a day simply isn’t enough, and that especially applies for people who deal with dry, flaky skin. Think of Curel Rough Skin Rescue Smoothing Lotion as your go-to hydration boost, and apply as needed throughout the day. Made with skin-soothing ingredients like olive oil, this hard-working formula aids in your skin’s natural exfoliating process, and then delivers much-needed hydration, restoring the moisture barrier to prevent dry skin in the future.
What I think: I like to use this lotion when my skin is very dry and flaky. I’ve noticed that it does loosen flakes and really makes skin look and feel better!
What lotions do you like to use to hydrate your skin?
Hi all! I was recently sent some natural skincare for my honest review. I love trying new (or new to me) brands and finding new favorites!
Below is a coconut oil based cleansing balm, cool peel off and magnetic masks, and body moisturizer with SPF:
Skinny & Co. Clarifying Facial Cleansing Balm
Skinny & Co. Clarifying Facial Cleansing Balm ($24.95 USD) — One step makeup remover facial cleanser that unclogs pores and brightens as it eases blemishes and re-balances your skin’s natural oils. The secret is our patented 100% RAW Skinny Coconut Oil that is able to nourish your skin while it protects you from unwanted chemicals and toxins that pollute and cause break outs.
What I think: Cleansing balms are so nice to remove makeup. This one would be great for someone with oily or combination skin. I have sensitive skin, so this isn’t for me, but my daughters love it, it removes makeup without leaving their skin oily. Skinny & Co. has a cleansing balm for sensitive skin. It’s nice there are choices!
Purchase at shop.skinnyandcompany.com
Biovene Charcoal Magnet Mask
Biovene Charcoal Magnet Mask ($28.27 USD ) — Biovène Magnet Mask is an innovative, natural, anti-aging and rejuvenating face mask consisting of iron magnetic particles, activated charcoal and a blend of the most precious oils nature has to offer for a smooth, firm and radiant complexion.
What I think: This is so much fun to use. You apply it and leave it on for about 10 minutes. Then you put a cover on the magnet, and it actually removes the mask magnetically! It leaves my skin soft, smooth and hydrated. It’s so nice!
Purchase at biovenebarcelona.com
Pink Peel-Off Mask
Biovène Pink Peel-Off Mask is the next level peel-off mask utilizing Activated Charcoal in combination with star ingredients such as Sodium Hyaluronate, Strawberry extract, Argan Oil & Collagen.
What I think: Peel off masks are my favorite, and this is no exception! This is a mousse like mask that is very pink and smells like strawberries! Since it is thick, it takes about 30 minutes to dry. Then it peels off nicely. My skin is glowing and soft!
Purchase at biovenebarcelona.com
Trilipiderm Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Trilipiderm Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($17.95 on sale for $13.46) — The best dry skin protection under the sun – hydrates as it protects against UVA and UVB radiation and contributes Vitamin D. Available in a handy 3 oz tube for your beach bag, ski jacket or purse. Take it wherever you go outdoors.
What I think: SPF is so important all year long. This one is nice because it does double duty as moisturizer and SPF. I love that combo in facial skincare, so why not for the body. It’s very hydrating without being greasy and has a light floral scent.
Purchase at trilipiderm.com
Have you tried any good skincare lately? What’s your current favorite skincare products/
Hey all! I’m here with my last gift guide of the year (I think). I have a few last minute gift ideas. You can get almost everything by Christmas if you shop online in the next day or two, and you can also go in to stores to pick up lots of great gifts!
Below are skincare, body care and makeup sets that will make amazing gifts:
Laneige Dream and Glow Set
Laneige Dream and Glow Set ($39 USD) — With the dry winter season upon us, everyone needs to add some extra hydration to their skin care routine. The newest gift set from Laneige is SURE to give you intense hydration to your skin and lips all winter long. The Dream and Glow Set includes a full size Water Sleeping Mask, a travel size Moisture Cream and, of course, our #1 selling Lip Sleeping Mask!
Burt’s Bees Personalized Beeswax Lip Balm (4 Pack for $20) — For the holiday season, Burt’s Bees are making things PERSONAL! Create a custom gift for your family and friends that everyone will be raving about. Simply go on www.BurtsBees.com, pick your flavor and customize with a name or message!
Buxom Cosmetics Party All Night Mini Lip Plumping Vault
Who doesn’t love Mini Lip Glosses? Buxom Cosmetics has launched their Party All Night Mini Lip Plumping Vault ($49 USD, on sale now for less at the stores below) for the holidays and it is flying off the shelves! The limited edition vault comes with 12 pieces including four lip liners and eight shimmery glosses. Get the $125 value vault for only $49!
Hi all! I hope you had a great week! I’m so glad the weekend’s here.
I’ve been lucky to have received some amazing anti-aging skin care for my honest review. I’m always on the lookout for great skincare items that will help my sensitive, aging skin appear younger! These are a bit pricey, but totally worth it:
IMAGE Skincare’s the MAX Stem Cell Neck Lift
IMAGE Skincare the MAX Stem Cell Neck Lift ($85 USD) — This lift reverses telltale signs of aging by targeting skin laxity, sagging, wrinkles, and creasing on the too often neglected neck and décolleté area. This mask features a unique time release delivery system that allows the active ingredients to penetrate the skin deeper, resulting in prolonged effects. Its maximum concentration of skin strengthening peptides and ground breaking plant stem cells help to uplift sagging skin, support elasticity, and define the neck and jawline.
I’ve only been using this for a couple of weeks, but I can really see a difference in my neck firmness and definition of my jaw. It’s very creamy and thick, but it isn’t greasy at all. So I use it day and night. This is a spendy cream, but it is so worth it. I can’t wait to see more results as I continue to use it.
Bratoxinsta ($59.99 USD) creates a thin veil of youth-restoring minerals to instantly eliminate the appearance of puffiness or sagging, crows feet, and fine lines.Fast-acting active ingredients create a tighter look and feel within 60 seconds of application while state-of-the-art minerals immediately lift and sculpt. Meanwhile, the powerful combination of stem-cell, antioxidants from Açai and peptides help to improve long-term appearance.
This is so perfect when you want to look younger instantly. Just use a little bit on fine lines, wrinkles, eye bags etc and it smooths skin in just a few minutes. This is really nice for the holidays, too!
Purchase at brazilianskin.com
Brevena Perfect Pair
BREVENA is a clinical grade skin care line designed to address the needs of normal to sensitive skin types with the utmost care and concern for improved skin health. Macro βComplex® is a powerful, proprietary ingredient effortlessly restores dry, rough, aging and environmentally damaged skin leaving your skin soft, healthy and luminous.
Daily Hydration Moisturizer ($79 USD): Featuring the Macro β Complex®, this formula locks in moisture while visibly plumping and softening skin, boosting luminosity and bounce. Products are dermatologist tested. Fragrance-free, dye-free, and steroid-free.
The Restore & Hydrate Overnight Cream ($89 USD): This formula, with Macro βComplex®, hyaluronic acid, shea butter and potent antioxidants works to replenish and infuse the skin with moisture for a visibly softer, smoother complexion by morning.
In a clinical study, users of both creams realized:
100% showed improvement in skin texture/roughness
100% showed improvement in skin firmness/elasticity
100% showed improvement in moisturization of the skin
97% showed improvement in skin luminosity
100% showed improvement in crow’s feet wrinkle texture
Better yet try them both, packaged together as “The Perfect Pair” and value priced at $159, a $9 savings.
These creams are so luxe! They feel nice on my dry skin and I’m happy that they don’t irritate my sensitive skin. My skin looks so hydrated, smooth and glowing when I use both the day and night cream.
Hi all! Are you ready for my second Black Friday/Cyber Monday guide? This time it’s skincare deals.
I’m including deals from Arbonne, dr. brandt, The Better Skin Company, Talika and more:
Arbonne Ultra-Hot Genius Ultra Deal #1404
Arbonne Limited-Edition Green Apple Energy Fizz Sticks
Arbonne: During Black Friday / Cyber Monday week (11/19-11/30), Arbonne is offering a hot deal on their cutting edge ultrasound tool, Intelligence Genius Ultra – proven to deliver smoother, radiant, even-toned skin in seconds. The deal also includes 2 FREE skincare products, the Arbonne Intelligence Lip Treatment and Arbonne RE9 Advanced Prepwork Hydrating Dew Cream along with a on-the-go bag. (A $388 value for only $152 for the set at arbonne.com – plus free shipping, and first 10,000 buyers receive a free Genius Ultra Cleansing Cloth!)
Arbonne: During Black Friday / Cyber Monday week (11/19-11/30), Arbonne is offering their new Limited-Edition Green Apple Energy Fizz Sticks for only $55 at arbonne.com.
PURENERGERIZER™ Nano Solutions Skin Infuser Kit
PUR attitude shows its true holiday spirit with a buy one PURenergizer Nano Solutions Skin Infuser, get one free deal available starting Black Friday and ending the day after Cyber Monday 2018!
The PURenergizer Nano Solutions Skin Infuser uses a waterless natural polymer system found in almost every cell of our bodies to hydrate the skin. By linking this system with Phospholipids, Ceramides and Sphingolipids, this one-of-a-kind technology enhances the absorption of key ingredients through the skin’s defense wall. Use of this device is will plump the skin to soften the look of wrinkles with cutting edge natural technology.
Hi all! How’s your November going so far? Can you believe the holidays are almost here? I’ll be dong my gift guides really soon (like maybe my next post)!
To get ready for the cooler weather, I’ve been trying some amazing natural skincare. The following was sent to me for my honest review.
OZNaturals Vitamin C + Sea Hydration Mask
OZNaturals Vitamin C + Sea Hydration Mask ($19.99) Packed with Vitamin C, Giant Sea Kelp Extract, and ocean minerals, this deeply hydrating formula reduces redness, fine lines, and flaky skin, delivering radiant, youthful skin and a dewy, healthy glow. Formulated using a unique technique called Cold Processing, OZNaturals products are made without the use of heat or petrochemicals at room temperature, which allows the active ingredients to remain fresh and highly potent as intended. Full of antioxidants and fatty acids, this effective, yet natural formula soothes even the most distressed skin and will reduce puffiness and inflammation.
This mask works well for my sensitive skin. It gently exfoliates but doesn’t irritate my skin. You can use this after cleansing and exfoliating, apply generously and leave on skin for 15-30 minutes. Moisten and gently rinse to remove. Pat skin dry. Follow with serums, and lastly moisturizer. This is so nice, and I love that it’s all natural!
Derma E Firming DMAE Eye Lift ($24.95 USD) Visibly lift, firm and tighten the delicate eye area while smoothing crow’s feet with this doctor-developed, multi-action eye treatment cream that contains advanced natural ingredients. InstaLift® Goji Berry glycopeptides add further firming, lifting and tightening antioxidant power. Advanced peptides Argireline® and Matrixyl® synthe’6® work together to soften facial muscles and synthesize new key components helping smooth wrinkles and discourage new lines from forming. Hyaluronic Acid, also known as nature’s moisture magnet, infuses a surge of cooling eye moisture helping leave skin soft, smooth, tone and rehydrated. 100% vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free, mineral oil-free, lanolin-free, gluten-free, GMO-free.
Derma E Advanced Peptide and Collagen Moisturizer ($35 USD) – This revolutionary, double-action moisturizer formulated with multi-peptides, Matrixyl® synthe’6® and Argireline ®, helps to visibly soften and smooth the look of even the deepest wrinkles while plant extract Pycnogenol®, a powerful antioxidant, may help support healthy collagen. Powerful anti-aging peptides with benefits: • Matrixyl® synthe’6®: May help support collagen for healthy-looking tone and texture. • Argireline®: Helps to visibly smooth the appearance of fine lines, leaving skin feeling soft. Enriched with anti-aging antioxidants Vitamin C and Green Tea, this intense hydrating, peptide-infused formula helps to restore the look of your skin for a more youthful-looking appearance. 100% vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free, mineral oil-free, lanolin-free, gluten free, GMO-free.
I was so excited to receive these is my October Derma E PR box! I love trying new anti-aging skincare and these two are amazing! The Eye Lift really smooths out my eye area and it looks so fresh and my eyes look very awake! The moisturizer is very hydrating, but not heavy, which I like. I have only been using these products for a few days, but I will continue use to see what wonderful result’s I’ll get!
Summer Sand
Flame
The Organic Skin Co. Lip Service Lipstick ($34.50 each) — These gorgeous lipsticks contain carnauba wax and nourishing organic oils, and along with supercritical extracts of calendula and rosemary, helps to moisturize the lips and protect them against harsh environmental elements. 12 long lasting shades to choose from, available in matte, shimmer and sheer. Free of parabens, nanos, bismuth oxychloride, gluten, talc and all the other nasty stuff you find in too many lipsticks (and which you can’t help but swallow!). Cruelty free.
First of all, the packaging on these are stunning and recyclable. The lipsticks feel like balms, they are so hydrating, but they aren’t too soft. I love the shade on the left Summer Sand for everyday looks and Flame for a more dramatic fall lip. And I love that they are good for me!
Do you use natural beauty products? Any suggestions? I would love to try more!
Hi all! It is almost fall, how’s your skin doing? My skin always needs a detox from summer. Great exfoliation and masks help clear up sun damage and clogged pore and get skin ready for cooler weather and more glam makeup for the fall and holidays!.
My skin is combination and aging, so the acne mask isn’t for me, but the anti-pollution one is really nice. I do have large pores, so this helped. I love both of the 3-in-1 masks. I love a good scrub. I leave these on my skin for a few minutes, then add a bit of water, massage it in my skin and rinse. My skin is so soft!
The hair clay masks are really cool, too! They are a creamy clay. You can apply them before or after shampooing in the shower. You comb them through your hair then leave them on for 5 minutes. They both worked well for me. The soothing one did make my scalp feel better and the smoothing one helped with frizz!
I love the wipes! They do bubble up once you start using them. They clean so well, too! The Yes to Coconut coffee stick scrub is very gentle (and smells amazing)! It is hydrating as well as exfoliating. The grapefruit stick is a mask, just rub it on, let is set and rinse off! It really brightens the skin and leaves it glowing!
H20+ Beauty products always smell amazing! The Teak Rose hand cream is so hydrating! The scent is a soft floral. The shimmering body moisturizer is very fresh and citrusy and gives the skin a soft glow.
I love the fresh Sea Greens scent. The scrub is great for exfoliating the body. It’s not too abrasive. I have tried the soothing probiotic bubble mask before. It’s really eassy to used. Just apply a thick layer on the skin and it will bubble up! Once the bubbles dissipate, I rinse it off and my skin is calm and smooth. There’s at least two applications in the pouch, too!
Hi All! I love trying new skincare and have recently received some amazing products for my honest review. My skin is combination and aging. I do get some break outs in my t-zone, but I wouldn’t say my skin is oily. I have a few fine lines and enlarged pores.
These products are perfect for fall. They hydrate and keep skin looking fresh, even as it tuns colder. Also, I tend to wear more makeup in the cooler weather and the following products help keep skin soft and moisturized:
IT Cosmetics Miracle Water 3-in-1 Tonic
IT Cosmetics Secret Sauce
IT Cosmetics Miracle Water 3-in-1 Tonic ($38 USD) –This is a lightweight no-rinse product that’s created with Secret Sauce™ Fermented Complex, a clinically advanced combination of 7 penetration-enhancing fermented ingredients, Miracle Water helps to increase absorbency and improve the efficacy of your moisturizers and serums. Plus, it’s infused with anti-aging peptides, hydrolyzed collagen, rose, aloe, rice, chamomile, green tea water, licorice root, vitamin C, illuminating Drops of Light Technology™ Concentrate and diamond powder! Use it after cleansing or in place of cleanser for powerful results immediately and over time.
I love micellar water, anything that cleanses well and is easy to use is awesome! This quickly removes my makeup. It feels light on and leaves my skin clean without stripping it of moisture. And I love all of the anti-aging benefits it has!
IT Cosmetics Secret Sauce ($68 USD) — Developed with plastic surgeons, Secret Sauce™ immediately hydrates and transforms skin! The skin-loving, powerfully potent secret lies in the Secret Sauce™ Fermented Complex: 7 clinically advanced, penetration-enhancing fermented ingredients that help to increase absorbency and maximize the ultra-hydrating, anti-aging benefits of Secret Sauce™. Also featuring anti-aging peptides, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and licorice root, Secret Sauce™ is perfect for all skin types and reduces the look of discoloration, lines and wrinkles. Combined with proprietary Drops of Light Technology™ Concentrate and diamond powder, this luxurious innovation gives you a youthful, lit-from-within glow—and is your secret to beautiful skin!
This is such a nice cream! It absorbs into the skin quickly and leaves my skin so soft. I’ve only been using it for about a week, but I find that my skin looks smoother. I do notice a slight glow to the skin from the Drops of Light Technology™.
Skinbetter Science Hydration Boosting Cream ($80 USD) — This award-winning moisturizer indulges your skin in hydrating botanical lipids and ceramides, providing a velvety finish. Reduces moisture loss while delivering immediate and long-lasting hydration.
I love to use this cream at night. It instantly hydrates my skin and makes it so soft! In the morning my skin is smooth and fresh. I’ve used it for a few weeks now and my skin is more hydrated and younger looking. I will continue using this and see what other great changes it will make to my skin!
Philosophy Purity Made Simple Eye Gel ($24 USD) — experience the pure and simple way to clinically proven 24-hour hydration* and eye area-awakening results, with the power of purity eye. hydrate and revive tired-looking eyes with our unique cooling memory gel, featuring an eye area-awakening complex that includes ginkgo biloba extract and caffeine. good-for-skin ingredients enrich the formula suitable for all skin types, with meadowfoam seed oil, cold-pressed chia seed oil, patented green tea antioxidant complex and potent forms of vitamins c & e and provitamin b5.
This gel is really fun to use. The consistency is like a creamy jello, or maybe a light flan! When you take a small bit of it to use, the next day the product has formed back to one smooth piece. When I pat it into my under eye, it almost dissolves like a liquid. It’s very hydrating and smooths out fine lines under my eyes.
Forty, Flirty & Fabulous 