Green Apple Facial Peel by Juice Beauty Review | Natural & Organic Ingredients Smooth Skin

September 3rd, 2010

Juice Beauty Apple Face PeelJuice Beauty Green Apple Peel full strength facial peel is made with all natural organic ingredients. Using organic fruit juices and cane sugar Juice Beauty says this peel will leave skin smooth, looking brighter and even.

As a lot of you will probably know I love natural products. Just to warn ladies with very sensitive skin, because this does contain acidic fruit juices it may be irritating to some of you and make skin feel quite dry.

Users Conclusions

Some ladies from totalbeauty.com say it does work making the skin smoother, softer and less oily. Although one lady did say that the results don't last long.

Others just think it is a bit too harsh, especially for sensitive skin. A few people found it made their skin red and a couple even siad it felt like it was burning their skin.

Ingredients

Organic Hydroxy-A Juice Solution Of Pyrus Malus (Apple) Juice (Malic), Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice (Citric) & Vitis Vinifera (White Grape) Juice (Tartaric), Organic Raw Cane Sugar (Glycolic), Salix Alba (Willow Bark) Extract (Salicylic), Organic Milk Peptides (Lactic), Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Sodium Hydroxide, Organic Algae Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate & Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Phospholipids, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Tetrasodium Edta, Xanthan Gum, Azulene, Citrus Reticulata (Mandarin), Litsea Cubeba (May Chang) & Cinnamomum Camphora (Ho Wood) Pure Essential Oils.

To Sum Up

The reviews are quite mixed with this one. Some found it made their skin really smooth and less oily. While other users though it was too irritating for them.

Ladies with less sensitive skin may want to give this peel a try if you don't mind forking out $39 for a 2oz jar.

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Komenuka Bijin Facial Cleansing Powder Review | Japanese Natural Rice Bran Facial Cleanser

September 2nd, 2010

Komenuka Bijin Facial Cleansing PowderI love these Japanese product lines. They are always so different, it's so good how they are usually always made out of such raw natural ingredients.

Komenuka Bijin Facial Cleansing Powder is made from natural rice bran. It is so strange that it starts off as a powder, then by adding water it becomes a creamy cleanser.

This is a list of what this facial cleanser promises to achieve:

  • Deep cleaning
  • Exfoliating
  • Healing
  • Moisturizing
  • Rejuvenating/Anti-aging
  • Gentle
  • Natural
  • 107 deep penetrating anti-oxidants

A lot of beauty guru's canonize the distinguished packaging, it comes in powder form in little sachets so is ideal for traveling. There is about 30 sachets and you should be able to get 3 washes out of each, pretty good.

Users Conclusions

This product promises a lot of things but does it deliver on those promises?

I can't actually find a bad word said about it. Users love how it leaves skin feeling soft, clean, controls oil, helps prevent acne breakouts, the soothing feel, how its non irritating and good for travel.

Directions

Wet face with warm water, then pour 1/3 of the powder into your hand, add water to it, rub hands together to create emulsion, massage into face and rinse.

Ingredients

Rice Bran Extract, Sorbital, Aloe Extract, Algae Extract, Potassium Dna, Dehydroacetic Acid, Paraben, Potassium, Myristate, Protease. , Rice Oil, Coconut Oil, Seaweed, Ginseng, Aloe, Wheat Powder, Swertia Herb.

To Sum Up

This is a big hit for everyone who has used it so far. I don't know about you but I'm excited to give this a try!

The price is quite extravagant at $36. However, it should last a while and according to users it actually works!

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Caffeine Eye Cream By 100% Pure Review | Daily Organic Coffee Bean Reduces Puffiness & Dark Circles

September 1st, 2010

Pure Caffeine Eye Cream by 100% Pure is made with organic coffee beans and other all natural ingredients. This cream has a pump dispenser which helps stop contamination. It can be used morning or night.

This eye cream should help combat the aging process, help reduce puffiness and dark circles. I thought that too much caffeine was bad for skin.

The science behind this is still new and while there is certainly an indication that caffeine has anti-aging properties, it's a bit early to tell if it works and if there are other side-effects which cancel the potential benefits out.

Perfect scientific proof and consensus is pretty rare in the cosmetics industry so there's always a leap of faith and often you just have to try and find what works for you.

If scientific jargon is your cup of tea (or cup of coffee in this case) then here's a study on caffeine and anti-aging.

Warning!

If you don't like the smell of coffee you might not like this cream because it has a strong coffee smell. Applying it at night might not be the best idea either if the smell of coffee makes you feel more awake.

Users Conclusions

Reviews were very positive for this eye cream. Users said it actually worked on reducing puffiness, dark circles and fine lines. They also like how it isn't greasy and absorbs quickly. So while scientific consensus is lagging there is a consensus of it working among the majority of people using the cream.

Ingredients

Green and White Tea (Organic), Black Currant Oil, Green Coffee (Organic), Vitamin E (A Tocopherol), Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate), Chamomile and Lavender Wax, Pure Vanilla Absolute, Extracts of:, Rosemary (Organic), Oregano (Organic), Thyme (Organic), Grapefruit Seed (Organic), Goldenseal (Organic).

Directions

Using a tapping motion apply around the eye from the inner corner out to underneath the eye brow. Avoiding the eyelids.

To Sum Up

The ladies that used this cream said it reduced dark circles and puffiness from around their eyes.

100% Pure Caffeine Eye Cream is only $19 (1oz), cheap for an eye cream considering most are at least $30.

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Chanel Inimitable Mascara Volume Length Curl Separation Review | Waterproof Brown or Black Formula

August 31st, 2010

Chanel Imitable MascaraChanel Inimitable Mascara is formulated to give lashes volume, length, curl, great separation and it should be waterproof too.

Apparently it has a unique brush design that helps deliver all the above. Personally I can't see any difference from this brush to any of the standard ones. Chanel just says it's unique but doesn't go into detail about how it's unique. An important detail that maybe it should remember to add in.

Users conclusions

Pros

  • Lasts all day long
  • No smudging
  • Gentle for sensitive eyes
  • Dark black

Cons

  • Expensive
  • No better than cheaper brands

Tips

A great way for applying mascara quickly but flawlessly is to put the wand as close to the bottom of the lashes you can, then pull up slowly while twirling the wand. This should give an even coverage without having to do another coat.

Also, when dipping your mascara in the tube don't pull in and out to coat with formula. This just pushing air in coursing mascara to dry up quicker. Just twist the wand around a couple times while in the vile to coat.

Ingredients

I was unable to find the ingredients contained in this mascara other than that it contains Pro-Vitamin B5.

To sum up

On the whole users found that it worked reasonably well, but considering it can cost up to $60 they didn't think it gave them the wow factor that Chanel promises. You can get it for $10 or under on ebay.

A few people did love it though and found it worked for them. So I suggest if you are thinking of buying it, test it in the store to see what you think first. After-all it is a lot of money to spend on a mascara that may not work!

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Eye Wonder By Vasanti Cosmetics Review | Daily Cream Reduces Dark Circles, Puffiness & Fine Lines

August 30th, 2010

Vasanti Eye WonderVasanti Cosmetics was founded by three Canadian woman in Toronto. They wanted to create products that would suit all women and their different needs.

Eye Wonder Triple Action Eye Treatment Cream has Peptides and Botanicals that are formulated to reduce dark circles, puffiness and fine lines. These active ingredients combat these problems even if it is hereditary or just the aging process, says Vasanti.

This cream is suitable for all skin types and should be used morning and night. I have never heard of this company before, I have taken a look at the web site and the products look quite promising.

Users Conclusions

Below is a list I compiled about what the users think of it:

Pros

  • Lightens dark circles
  • Reduces fine lines
  • Reduces puffiness

I couldn't actually find any bad reviews on Eye Wonder. It is quite a new product though.

Key Ingredients

Dermican, Eurol, Bt Haloxyl, Eyeliss, Matrixyl 3000, Phytelene 773.

Directions

Apply morning and evening for the first month then just once a day for maintenance. Gently dot around the eye from the inner corner out to the under part of the eye brow. This ensures no tugging which can cause fine lines and lost elasticity.

To Sum Up

Ladies who have used this eye cream only had good things to say about it. They say it actually reduces fine lines, puffiness and dark circles.

At $42 for a 20ml jar it is quite pricey, but what eye cream isn't now days! If its within your price range if could be worth a try as all the ladies that have reviewed it found it worked for them.

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Arcona Tea Tree Mask Review | Natural Facial Treatment Reduces Breakouts, Purifies & Cleanses

August 29th, 2010

Arcona Tea Tree MaskArcona Tea Tree Mask is suitable for all skin types. It is formulated to cleanse, purify, detoxify and refine the skin. The sulphur and grapefruit extract help reduce breakouts with their detoxifying properties.

Arcona is a holistic skin care line that only uses natural ingredients. I know that there are a lot of ladies looking for alternative skin care lines that don't contain as many synthetic ingredients.

Arcona does recommend using all the mask within 6 months of opening, as it has natural ingredients it won't last as long as products with preservatives.

Users Conclusions

Pros

  • Nice citrus scent
  • Helps prevent acne
  • Evens skin tone
  • Cooling sensation
  • Softens skin
  • Worth the money

Cons

  • Strong sulphur smell

Ingredients

Hamamelis Virginiana Extract (Witch Hazel), Sulphur, Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides (Plant Oils), Kaolin, Bentonite, Titanium Dioxide, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil (Tea Tree), Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract (Grape), Allantoin, Lavender Extract, Geranium Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil (Grapefruit), Citrus Grandis Seed Extract (Grapefruit).

Directions

After you have cleansed, apply mask and leave on the face for about 15-20 minutes. Then remove with warm water. Can be used 2-3 times a week.

To Sum Up

This mask has proved very popular with users, they say it softens skin and help prevent acne breakouts.

Arcona Tea Tree Mask retails for $30 (2oz). Which is quite expensive but I haven't come across anyone who has said it isn't worth it.

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Laura Mercier Face Polish Review | Cream Based Gommage Facial Exfoliator

August 28th, 2010

Laura Mercier GommageLaura Mercier Face Polish Gommage Facial is a cream based scrub that should be gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. The facial scrub is designed to leave the skin feeling smooth and toned.

The Gommage is a cleanser and exfoliant in one and is suitable for all skin types.

I have very sensitive skin that gets irritated easily by most scrubs. I find that the Gommages are so much more gentle and effective for me. As it is cream based it isn't as harsh on my skin.

You could use this everyday if needed, but I'd suggest just using it twice a week.

Users Conclusions

This face polish has very good reviews, I can't find a bad word said about it. Ladies from Sephora.com say it is gentle, smells great, leaves skin soft, doesn't dry out skin and leaves a healthy glow. What more could you ask for?

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Polyethylene, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sodium C12-15 Pareth-15 Sulfonate, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-3 Cocamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Macadamia Ternafolia Oil, Triethanolamine, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Polyquaternium-39, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Carbomer, Fragrance (Parfum), Ethylparaben, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernal Flour, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Butylparaben, Propylene Gylcol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Salvia Officianlis (Sage) Leaf, Rose Canina Fruit Extract, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract. May Contain (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Red 4 (CI 14700), Yellow 5 (CI 19140).

Tips

A gommage does exfoliate but it not scratchy or grainy like most others.

You apply the cream all over the face and then wait for a couple of minutes and it should feel tacky. Then using your middle finger rub back and forward over your face. It will rub off the gommage along with any dead skin.

To Sum Up

Basically everyone who has used this so far has found it works really well for exfoliating and smoothing skin.

If you want to give the Gommage a try it retails for $30. Which is expensive but according to the ladies using it, it actually works and lasts a long time.

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Clinque Quick Corrector Review | Natural Medium Coverage Liquid Concealer

August 27th, 2010

Clinique Quick Corrector ConcealerClinique Quick Corrector is a concealer is designed to give a natural medium coverage to any imperfections.

What sets this apart from other concealers is that it is a liquid formula and comes in a lip gloss like vial with a sponge tip applicator.

As it is a liquid it should make it easier to blend and make it less likely to crease, unlike some of the cream concealers.

I think Clinique is a reasonably good brand, although from personal experience I wouldn't go singing its praises. I have only tried a couple of products but didn't work for me.

It can be a little over priced, but I know Clinique works for a lot of people who won't use anything else.

Users Conclusions

The Quick Corrector has good reviews. Here are some of the pros and cons users had to say:

Pros

  • Blends well
  • Looks natural
  • Good for sensitive eyes
  • Quick & easy
  • Doesn't crease

Cons

  • A little orangey

Ingredients

I cannot find a complete list of ingredients for this product.

To Sum Up

According to most users this liquid concealer covers blemishes, blends well and is quick and easy to use.  A lot of ladies like to keep this in their handbag for quick touch ups while they're out and about.

A few users complained that it is too orangey for their skin tone.

It is hard to pick a concealer that matches your skin tone because a lot of the products out their seem to have a yellow/orange undertone, which is not suited for people who have a more pinkish undertone.

A porcelain colored concealer is usually better suited for people with a pink undertone.

The price is very acceptable at $14, making this concealer one of the cheapest ones I have reviewed so far!

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Korres Evening Primrose Eye Cream Review | Daily Use Anti-Aging Formula With SPF 8

August 26th, 2010

Korres Evening Primrose Eye CreamKorres Evening Primrose Eye Cream has been formulated to reduce the sign of fine lines and dark circles. It also contains an SPF 8 which is a huge plus in my books.

Sun protection plans a big part in the defense against premature aging. This cream can be used morning or night.

The primrose and vitamin C extracts help reduce the loss of moisture from around the eye area, they also help stimulate collagen synthesis. Which should help plump skin whilst eradicating fine lines, says Korres.

I'm not sure how primrose has any thing to do with reducing the loss of moisture in skin. Primrose is used medicinally as a decongestant. I can't find any proof of it helping to reduce moisture loss.

However, Vitamin C is proven to be good for the skin and helps stimulate collagen synthesis.

Users Conclusions

Pros

  • Cheaper than other brands
  • Gets rid of dark circles
  • Gentle
  • SPF 8
  • Not too heavy or sticky

Cons

  • Could be more firming

Ingredients

Evening primrose, vitamins K1, C, E, provitamin B5, Ruscus extract, Zinc oxide.

Directions

Apply cream morning or evening (evening is best) around the eye area. First apply on the lower lid, from the inner corner out use a gentle tapping movement, then up around under the eye brow. Avoid the upper eyelid. The eye area is very sensitive so be gentle, pulling the skin could course more fine lines.

To Sum Up

Most users commented on the price being a lot cheaper than most other eye cream, costing a reasonable $38.

Many found it helped to reduce their dark circles around the eye and like that it contains a SPF 8. A few ladies do say it would be better if it was more firming.

This eye cream might be better suited for ladies that don't require the firming action as much.

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Avon Ideal Shade Concealer Stick Review | Natural Coverage For Dark Circles & Blemishes

August 25th, 2010

Avon Ideal Shade Concealer StickAvon Ideal Shade Concealer Stick is designed to provide full coverage for dark circles and blemishes. It comes in a wide range of shades to suit very light or dark skin tones.

It comes in a lipstick like form instead of the usual pot form that most concealers come in. This lipstick like design is quick and easy to use. It doesn't even require the use of a concealer brush as it can just be dotted directly onto the skin.

Avon have a lot of decent products that are reasonably priced, that makes them even more appealing.

Users Conclusions

Pros

  • Quick cover up for blemishes
  • Easy to apply
  • Covers dark circles
  • Non irritating to sensitive skin

Cons

  • Doesn't cover scars or birth marks

Ingredients

SQUALANE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, OZOKERITE, BEESWAX/CIRE D'ABEILLE, ISOPROPYL, LANOLATE, NYLON-12 , ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, POLYETHYLENE, ZINC OXIDE, SILICA, RETINYL, PALMITATE , ASCORBYL PALMITATE, BETA-CAROTENE, BENZOIC ACID, TALC, PARAFFIN ,BIS-STEARYL, ETHYLENEDIAMINE/NEOPENTYL, GLYCOL/STEARYL, HYDROGENATED DIMER DILINOLEATE , COPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE, TOCOPHEROL, BHT, LECITHIN, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL, HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE , C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE

Tips

For best results for any concealer pat on the problem area them gently smooth out. Concealers can be used under or on top of foundations. Just don't use to much or it will look cakey.

To Sum Up

Avon's concealer stick has been rated very high with users. They are very satisfied with the coverage and how quick and easy it is to use. A couple of people were disappointed that it doesn't cover scars.

If you fancy giving Avon Ideal Shade Concealer Stick a try it retails for $6. Which is a total bargain considering most other brands cost 3-4 times as much.

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