Sunday, February 26, 2017

May Lindstrom Skin: The Honey Mud, The Clean Dirt, The Problem Solver and The Facial Treatment Brush | Review

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May Lindstrom, the eponymously named line of its creator, is a healthy skincare collection that uses sustainably sourced certified organic, wild harvested, biodynamic and vegan ingredients of the highest quality. May, a former model known as the "skin chef," lovingly makes each batch by hand, and is among the short list visionaries to create ultra luxurious natural skincare products. More of a magician, or alchemist, May has an innate understanding of the raw materials and is able to commingle disparate elements to create harmonious blends that ignite the senses and nourish the skin.
May Lindstrom is a line that inspires a profound engagement with the ritual associated with the finest quality skincare products that boast otherworldly textures, heavenly aromas, and astonishing results. Stress melts away as one yields oneself to the undeniable experiential aspect of this magical line, and one cannot help but savor every moment of this glorious process.

I have effusively reviewed May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum (HERE), May Lindstrom Skin The Blue Cocoon (HERE), May Lindstrom The Good Stuff Radiance Oil (HERE) and May Lindstrom The Jasmine Garden Botanical Mist (HERE), and now I want to introduce you to the magnificent May Lindstrom Skin The Honey Mud, The Clean Dirt, The Problem Solver and The Facial Treatment Brush.
May Lindstrom The Honey Mud is a luscious product that can be used as a daily cleanser, or as a mask. It is formulated with raw honey, White Halloysite Clay and a lovely selection of pure plant oils that together balance skin, eliminate toxins, dead skin cells and dirt, and leave the skin deeply hydrated and silky smooth. The "pudding-like" consistency is silky smooth, velvety texture that is soft and creamy to the touch, and it feels ultra-luxe and sumptuous against the skin. It has a warm, sweet and delectable natural aroma– that frankly smells good enough to eat!

As a cleanser, this soothing, creamy mud thoroughly, and gently, cleans the skin without ever hinting at stripping it. Instead, it cleans pores, removes dead skin cells and removes all dirt and debris. Skin is left remarkably soft, supple, silky smooth, hydrated and luminous.

The Honey Mud can also be used as a brilliant treatment mask to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, to decongest pores, to brighten and to hydrate the skin.

According to May Lindstrom Skin,

Reveal a calm and balanced complexion that is plush, clear and breathtakingly soft.

An exquisitely distinctive union of raw honey, white halloysite clay, and aromatic pure plant oils marry to envelope you in a truly intoxicating and highly addictive cleansing ritual. This silken, pudding-like treat gently frees you of the day’s pollutants, infusing your skin with active enzymes and nourishment while restoring  your optimal hydration and individual rhythm.

Directions:  As a cleanser: Massage a plump pea sized dollop into warm, damp skin, making circular motions with the pads of your fingertips to release makeup and debris before rinsing clear. As a mask: Apply liberally to clean, dry skin. Allow to penetrate for 10-20 minutes as desired.

Ingredients: ***Raw Honey, White Halloysite Clay, *Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia Nut Oil), *Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Argentum Metallicum (Colloidal Silver), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa Absolute) Oil, *Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Oil, *Cananga Odorata (Ylang-Ylang) Oil, *Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) CO2 Total Essential Oil, *Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood) Oil, **Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) Oil, **Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Oil. * Certified Organic ** Wild Harvested ***Collected from unsprayed and unfertilized fields of Michigan wildflowers.

($90.00 for 3.38 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty, Shen BeautyNet-A-Porter and Follain)
May Lindstrom The Clean Dirt, which is described as an "energizing blend of cleansing clays, waring spices, and restorative salts," is wondrous purifying and exfoliating treatment that cleans clogged pores, eliminates dead skin cells while the water-activated Vitamin C brightens skin, encourages cell rejuvenation. It feels a bit like a very gentle microdermabrasion, but it neither irritates the skin, nor does it strip it in any way. Instead, skin is left silky smooth, velvety soft, supple and radiant. The exquisite natural aroma evokes the scent of the finest chai imaginable!

According to May Lindstrom Skin,

An energizing blend of cleansing clays, warming spices, and restorative salts lift impurities while a surge of H20-activated Vitamin C encourages cellular rejuvenation and undeniable luminosity. This stimulating treatment transforms and refines skin’s appearance with a potent cocktail of exfoliants, leaving you velvety smooth and gorgeously radiant.
Directions: Pour a teaspoon of powder formula into your palm, slowly adding drops of water to activate - blending to a grainy, mousse-like texture. Massage into skin avoiding the eye area. You should experience a slightly hot and tingling sensation. Rinse, and follow with The Youth Dew.
Ingredients: White Halloysite Clay, Red Moroccan Rhassoul Clay, Red Alaea Sea Salt, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Sodium Bicarbonate, *Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root, *Rosa Centifolia (Pink Rose), *Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower, *Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon), * Myristica Fragans (Nutmeg), *Syzygium Aromaticum (Clove), *Curcuma Longa (Turmeric), *Zingiber Officinale (Ginger), *Vanilla Planifolia Bean, **Theobroma Cacao (Raw Cacao). *Certified Organic **Fair Trade Certified.

($70.00 for 6.76 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty, Shen Beauty, Net-A-Porter and Follain)
May Lindstrom The Problem Solver is an antioxidant-rich purifying mask that is formulated to clear clogged pores, boost circulation, heal blemishes, reduce inflammation, tighten the appearance of pores and restore luminosity to the skin. When water is introduced, The Problem Solver transforms into a fluffy mousse that feels phenomenal on the skin, and it boasts a level of efficacy that is truly impressive. In fact, the results are so pronounced that my skin looks as though I received a professional facial from this treatment alone. The results are truly phenomenal.
According to May Lindstrom Skin,

A jet-black fusion of antioxidant-rich raw cacao, healing bamboo, charcoal, soil nutrients, salts, and exotic warming spices go deep on a mission to reveal your most radiant self. This intense treatment masque effectively purifies & tightens pores, extinguishes inflammations, fights & heals blemishes, jump-starts circulation in the epidermis & detoxifies skin with delightful ease and power. The radically different powder-to-mousse formula activates on contact with water - only releasing its magic at the exact moment of use so you experience full potency every time.
Directions: Activate a tablespoon of powder formula with equal parts water in a bowl, blending to form a soft mousse. Massage over skin and relax. Treatment time is 45 minutes (or until fully dry). Expect a slightly hot and tingling sensation. Rinse and follow with The Youth Dew or The Blue Cocoon.
Ingredients: Fuller’s Earth Clay, Red Moroccan Rhassoul Clay, **Theobroma Cacao (Raw Cacao), Red Alaea Sea Salt, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Sodium Bicarbonate, Bamboo Carbon Charcoal Powder, *Vanilla Planifolia Bean, *Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower, *Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root, ***Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense), *Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola), *Archangelica (Angelica) Root, *Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon), *Myristica Fragans (Nutmeg), *Syzygium Aromaticum (Clove), *Curcuma Longa (Turmeric), *Capsicum Annuum (Cayenne) Pepper. *Certified Organic **Fair Trade Certified ***Wild Harvested.

($100.00 for 8.45 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty, Shen Beauty, Net-A-Porter and Follain)
May Lindstrom The Facial Treatment Brush is the perfect brush for facial treatments, and it works perfectly for blending and applying The Problem Solver and The Clean Dirt. It is a vegan-friendly rush made from high quality Taklon fibers, a recyclable aluminum ferrule and a nicely balanced and ergonomic wooden handle that fits perfectly into your hands. The angled brush is ultra-effective for blending masks, and for distributing it evenly and effortlessly to the entire face.

According to May Lindstrom Skin,

This incredibly handsome brush is a must-have tool for creating your perfect facial treatment experience. Crafted with Vegan-friendly Taklon fibers, recyclable aluminum ferrule and a sturdy natural wood handle that feels nicely weighted in your hands, this is the ideal brush for effortlessly blending The Problem Solver and The Clean Dirt to their perfect texture.

Directions: Use to mix, and apply, May Lindstrom's The Clean Dirt and The Problem Solver.

Made from: Vegan-friendly Taklon fiber bristles, recyclable aluminum ferrule and natural-wood handle.

($30.00 from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty, Shen Beauty, Net-A-Porter and Follain)
Overall Assessment: Truly blissful products! A+

N.B. If you are planning to shop the upcoming Barneys New York LOVE YOURSELF Bag Event (details coming very soon!), then these products are most definitely worthy of your attention! May Lindstrom Skin products are available on the Barneys New York website.

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18 comments:

  1. I adore the Clean Dirt, Problem Solver and Youth Dew. Honey Mud is next on my list. Does it feel gritty/clay-ey in the least?

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    1. I feel the same about them as well! No, The Honey Mud has no gritty texture.

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  2. I love the looks of that brush. Skincare applicators seem to be becoming much more common and it makes my heart flutter!

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    1. Yes, the brush is really fantastic! It definitely would make your heart flutter using it, then!

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  3. I'd love to try something from the "Skin Chef" as she's known! When I first started out using good skincare in my 20s, I went to Georgette Klinger Salon on Madison Avenue. They had a pink clay mask that was a powder that I mixed with an activator. There was no nice brush to use to apply it, and I never thought about buying my own. I've always had a soft spot for powder, mixable masks. These two plus the lovely Honey Mud mask sound divine

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    1. Yes, I think that you would really love this line! I, too, love powders that are activated by liquids, and these are especially great!

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  4. This skin care line looks gorgeous. The Honey Mud would be the thing for my skin, I think.

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    1. It really is a very special skincare line! The Honey Mud is glorious, and I am certain that you would LOVE it!

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  5. The Honey Mud mask sounds really nice!

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    1. It really is, Courtney! I think that you would really enjoy using it!

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  6. This is such a luxurious skincare line. The products are quite intriguing.

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    1. It is an ultra-luxe line, and the products are a true joy to use!

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  7. I discovered the Honey Mud last weekend and it was an instant 'I need it" moment but you've made me want one of everything. This sounds like such an exceptional brand!

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    1. Isn't it amazing?!!!!!! You will love their other products just as much!

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  8. Handmade products are a rarity! These sound amazing and I especially want to try that Clean Dirt!

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    1. They really are, and these products are truly extraordinary! The Clean Dirt is fantastic!

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  9. I need that cleansing dirt- so cool!

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