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 Beauty, Net-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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May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum | The Perfect Answer to Luminous Skin

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I routinely receive lots of requests to review healthy skincare products sans all of the multisyllabic chemical compounds, and recently one of the most requested lines has, without question, been May Lindstrom. I must confess, it was the line at the top of my list to try since its launch, and I will say that I have become thoroughly obsessed with the entire collection.

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.

May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum is more of a magical golden elixir than a mere beauty oil. This gem of an ultra-luxe face oil is lightweight, fast absorbing and has a delectable aroma that is punctuated by the Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose) Essential Oil. This antioxidant-rich potion provides the skin with immediate hydration, nourishment and a pronounced luminosity. After a few days of use, I noted that my face, neck and décolleté were unusually soft, supple, hydrated and luminous. This oil is so nourishing and hydrating that I am actually able to forgo an added moisturizer altogether. May Lindstrom suggests that The Youth Dew is very well suited for dry skin, but it is not too rich for normal/combination skin like mine. I simply warm a couple of drops between my hands and massage it into my warm, damp skin. The results are unmistakable and undeniable. 

According to May Lindstrom,

This joyously over-the-top hydrating potion transforms skin with a power-packed bouquet of 20 ambitiously regenerating and indulgent plant and botanical oils infused with time-stopping CoEnzyme Q10. The Result: A Petal Soft Complexion that Glows with Ageless Grace. 

Directions: Apply a few potent drops to moist skin morning and night for the only hydration your skin requires. 

Ingredients:*Persea Americana (Avocado) Oil, *Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam Seed) Oil, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Prunus Spp (Plum Kernel) Oil, *Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Oil, *Rosa Rubiginosa (Rosehip Seed) Oil, *Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Oil, *Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Oil, *Borago Officinalis (Borage Seed) Oil, Aleurites Moluccans (Kukui Nut) Oil, *Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, *Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium Rose) Essential Oil, *Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Essential Oil, *Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Essential Oil, *Citrus Limon (Lemon) Essential Oil, *Rosa Damascena (Rose Absolute) Essential Oil, *Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose) Essential Oil, *Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Essential Oil, ***Daucus Carota (Carrot Seed) Essential Oil, Ubiquinone (CoEnzyme Q10). *Certified Organic ***Wild Harvested.  7.91% Linoleic / 27.08% Oleic Acid- Very well suited for dry skin.

 Paraben, Phthalate, Silicone and Cruelty Free. Handmade in the USA.

Overall Assessment: T R U L Y  A M A Z I N G!  This carefully edited luxury wellness skincare line is absolutely obsession-worthy, and her other products are equally impressive. I can't wait to share the rest of her line with you. May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum earns an unmitigated A+!

$120.00 for .68 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty UK (£96.00), Beautylish, Follain, Ahalife, Shen Beauty and Beautyhabit (Affiliate Links).

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May Lindstrom Skin The Jasmine Garden Botanical Mist | Review

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There is no question that May Lindstrom has a magical touch when it comes to high quality natural  skincare. As I have previously noted, May Lindstrom is an exquisite luxury natural skincare line that evokes a powerful visceral reaction when using any of her exquisite handcrafted skincare gems. Each of May's lovingly handmade, ultra-luxe products boast to-die-for textures, otherworldly aromas, and enviable efficacy. The entire line is utterly covet-worthy, and each product is to be savored and enjoyed slowly and meaningfully. 

May Lindstrom Skin The Jasmine Garden Botanical Mist soothes, heals, hydrates skin and gives it an enviable glow. While this elixir of the gods stimulates microcirculation, it also calms inflammation and elevates the mood. The delectable aroma, which is punctuated by Jasmine, Rose, Ylang Ylang, Vanilla And Cocoa, is sensuous, otherworldly, and utterly intoxicating.

Suggested use,

Mist generously over freshly cleansed skin before and after oils to seal in hydration and nutrition and again after makeup to set and impart a gorgeous glow. Spritz head to toe all throughout the day to revive and elevate mood, skin and hair.

This gorgeous antioxidant-rich mist is also perfect when you need a little pick-me-up throughout the day, or when it is warm and you seek a refreshing spritz. It can also be used as a post-cleansing toner, and it helps your beauty oils absorb more effectively and efficiently. Furthermore, it offers the perfect way to hydrate your skin while traveling, and if you fly frequently– you will quickly learn that this is an indispensable travel companion!

According to May Lindstrom Skin,

Discover lightness and magic in skin dewy with botanical nectar. Tantalize skin with a fluttering of aromatic kisses, each delicious droplet infusing cells with antioxidant protection, restoring elasticity, stimulating micro-circulation and freeing delicate complexions of redness and inflammation. 

Romance and tempt your exotic spirit with the sensory experience of a lush botanical garden in the tropics, somewhere near a field of cocoa beans drenched in warm rain.

Formulated with Certified Organic and wild harvested ingredients. Beneficial for all skin types including delicate, inflamed skin. 

Features:

• Cruelty-Free
• Vegan
• Gluten-Free
• 100% Natural
• Handmade in the USA

Ingredients: Pure Water (Aqua), *Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Argentum Metallicum (Silver), Jasmine (Jasmine) Grandiflorum Absolute, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, *Rosa Damascena (Rose) Oil, *Cananga Odorata (Ylang-Ylang) Oil, *Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Co2 Total Essential Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Oil. *Certified Organic

Overall Assessment: Unmitigated perfection. A definite must-have in my collection, and I suspect that you won't want to live without it after your first spritz. A+

$60.00 for 3,38 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Violet Grey, Cult Beauty (£48.00), Beauty Habit, Beautylish, Net-A-Porter, Levert Beauty, Spirit Beauty Lounge, Shen Beauty, Aha Life and The Detox Market (Affiliate Links).

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May Lindstrom The Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm Concentrate is a Must-Have, Covet-Worthy Magical Unicorn You Need

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As I have previously noted, 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.

If you have long sought a magical unicorn of a beauty product, and one that could end the hunt for a holy grail beauty balm, then say hello to May Lindstrom The Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm Concentrate. Aptly named, one immediately wants to be completely enveloped by this wondrous melting balm. While this balm evokes the color of the Adriatic Sea, this glistening gem melts into an irresistible oil serum upon being greeted by the warmth of the skin.

This delectable anti-inflammatory multipurpose balm deeply nourished and hydrates the skin, eradicates redness and skin irritations and makes skin soft, supple, balanced, healed and luminous. 

I cannot sufficiently underscore the extent to which this is a truly special skincare treat. This magical balm is unlike anything else that I have tried, and not only does it nourish and treat the skin, but it also creates the most heavenly sensory experience. I begin by slowly and deeply inhaling its aroma directly from the jar, and then I remove a tiny amount from the jar and warm it between my fingers before massaging it into my freshly cleansed and damp face, neck and décolleté. The botanical aroma is a warm and earthy amalgam of its ingredients from which slight traces of Vanilla Planifolia and Lavender emerge. The scent essentially defies a lucid description because it has an otherworldly aroma, and is unlike anything else that I have experienced. 

Once this balm, which boasts the efficacy of the finest serums and beauty oils, sinks into the skin one immediately notices that their skin becomes ultra-hydrated, soft, supple and nourished. Furthermore, this ultra-luxe balm immediately calms sensitive skin that is reactive and easily irritated. It soothes and treats inflammation of all sorts, and is a wonderful choice for rosacea, eczema and acne-prone skin. The Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm Concentrate is also a great post-treatment, post-peel and post exfoliation product choice since its potent anti-inflammatory ingredients boast an efficacy that is seldom found in a single product. 

This potent, antioxidant-rich balm is also the perfect choice if you seek ultra-effective anti-aging skincare products that are healthy and effective. It should also be mentioned that this multipurpose healing and nourishing balm can be used to spot treat irritated skin, and that it works extraordinarily well as an eye cream and lip balm.  Additionally, if you have dry skin, or dry patches you will be astonished by the speed with which these conditions will be reversed.

According to May Lindstrom,

Our balmy blue enchantress greets your skin with cool serenity, melting on touch to a fluid potion that tenderly envelopes you in the most decadent azule calm. 

Mystical blue tansy eases feelings of emotional anxiety while releasing heat and providing nourishment and relief to delicate, inflamed and irritable skin conditions.

Massage a pea sized amount into wet immediately following cleansing. Boss: Work beautifully as an eye and lip treatment.

The Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm Concentrate activates the senses, elevates the mood and transforms the skin. It is, indeed, a magical unicorn that is filled with healthy, potent actives that together perform miracles for the skin and psyche. 

Ingredients: * Camellia Oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil, *** Butyrospermun Parkii (Shea) Butter, *** Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, *** Sclerocarya Birrea (Virgin Marula) Oil, Calodendrum Capense (Yangu) Oil, * Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Oil, * Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Oil, **Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Oil, * Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, ** Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) Oil, * Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium Rose) Oil, * Vanilla Planifolia CO2 Total Essential Oil, Schisandra Sphenanthera CO2 Fruit Extract, * Helichrysum Italicum (Immortelle) Oil, Ravensara Aromatica Oil. *Certified Organic **Wild harvested  ***Fair trade, raw & unrefined

This product is gluten-free and vegan.

Overall Assessment: Unmitigated perfection.

$160.00 for 1.69 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Net-A-Porter, Spirit Beauty Lounge, Cult Beauty (£128.00), Follain, Beautyhabit, Shen Beauty, Rodale's and Ahalife (Affiliate Links).

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May Lindstrom The Good Stuff Radiance Oil for the Covet-Worthy Ethereal Glow and Ultimate Hydration

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May Lindstrom is one of those exquisite luxury natural skincare lines that evokes such a visceral reaction. Each of May's lovingly handmade ultra-luxe products boast to-die-for textures, otherworldly aromas, and enviable efficacy. The entire line is utterly covet-worthy, and each product is to be savored and enjoyed slowly and meaningfully. As one with a serious penchant for beauty oils, I am particularly compelled by May's The Good Stuff Radiance Oil– it is unmistakably one of the most extraordinary body oils that I have ever tried, and to say that savor and covet it barely expresses the extent to which I am enamored of this gem. It makes me deliriously happy, plain and simple.

Described as, "a rich and decadent marriage of cocoa, rose, lavender and ylang-ylang," this delicious blend of tantalizing and intoxicating aromas delight the senses while bathing the skin in luscious, rich moisture. This stunningly enigmatic oil delivers intense hydration to the body and hair, while calming and delighting the senses and calming the mind.

The delicious blend of antioxidant-rich plant, nut and essential oils deliver profound nourishment and hydration to the skin and hair immediately and effectively. The lightweight formula sinks into the skin effortlessly, without an oily residue, and it reveals an enviable lit-from-within ethereal glow. Skin is left velvety soft to the touch, sinfully supple, and dry skin gives way to utterly balanced and hydrated skin. The intoxicatingly beautiful aroma sits close to the skin and invites repeated and prolonged deep breaths. 

In the hair, this delightful oil fights frizz, nourishes unruly locks and offers unprecedented shine and manageability. Furthermore, you will also delight in the lingering and delectable aroma that nestles in your pampered tresses. This is an experiential body oil that must be savored!

According to May Lindstrom,

This total body elixir will recharge your relationship with your skin. A rich and decadent marriage of cocoa, rose, lavender, and ylang-ylang tantalizes your senses while enveloping your every inch in luxurious hydration.

Pairing exquisite nourishment from a succulent blend of plant oils with an infusion of translucent golden minerals to release skin from years of dullness and reset your natural vitality for an unprecedented dewy glow.

Smooth over damp skin directly after bathing or showering. Indulge from the tips of your toes to the line of your collarbone. Massage the rich fluid into thirsty areas on your knees and hips, derriere and back, the length of your arms and the curve of your breasts. Finish with a drop or two smoothed over hair to enrich your lush locks.

Enviably Privileged Skin that Whispers its Sensuality and Begs to be Touched

Ingredients: *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, *Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia Nut) Oil, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Prunus Spp (Plum Kernel) Oil, *Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Oil, *Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Oil, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa Absolute) Oil, *Cananga Odorata (Ylang-Ylang) Essential Oil, *Rosa Damascena (Rose Absolute) Essential Oil, *Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Essential Oil, Mica. * Certified Organic.

Made with organic and wild-harvested ingredients. This product is gluten-free and vegan.
Handmade in the USA

Overall Assessment: May Lindstrom The Good Stuff Radiance Oil is pure, unmitigated body oil perfection. This is an absolute Holy Grail elixir that must be experiences to be fully understood. A+

$110.00 for 3.38 oz. from May Lindstrom and Beautylish (Affiliate Links).

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Top 5 Anti-Aging Beauty Oils of 2016

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There is no question that there were many, many beauty oils that flooded the marketplace this year, and given the traction that face oils have achieved in the last few years, there is every indication that this trend will continue in 2017. That said, there have been a few that have really distinguished themselves from the rest, and with this in mind I have carefully selected the Top 5 Anti-Aging Beauty Oils of 2016. 

African Botanics Fleurs D'Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil ($250.00 for 1 oz. from African Botanics, Cult Beauty, Credo Beauty, Need SupplyNeed Supply Co, Violet Grey and Net-A-Porter. Reviewed HERE):

From its very inception, African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil was envisioned  and conceived as a new type of antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory anti-aging oil– the likes of which did not yet exist. Unlike many luxury oils that add water to break down water-soluble actives, African Botanics opted not to dilute the oils, but instead utilized highly potent oil soluble actives. Furthermore, they source rare ingredients of the highest quality from remote locations, and the end result is a staggeringly unique beauty oil that easily rivals the most potent and effective anti-aging serums in the marketplace today. 

African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil is a highly concentrated luxury oil that is lightweight in texture and fast absorbing. The texture, is itself, ultra-silky and it leaves skin feeling like the softest cashmere conceived. It has an utterly intoxicating aroma that is a delectable fusion of the Jasmine Grandiflorum, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Kalahari Melon Seed Oil and Marula Seed Oil. It is a warm and earthy floral that delights the senses, calms the mind and nourishes the skin. During the entire experience of using this precious oil, one is reminded that it is unlike anything else previously imagined– let alone actually created. It is an oil to be savored, and the tactile and sensory experience is so exquisite that one immediately slows down to really relish the experiential component of this highly effective ultra-luxe beauty oil. 

African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil utilizes a visionary delivery system that allows the ingredients to penetrate the skin deeply in order to effectively nourish the skin, to stimulate skin cell renewal, to restore and regenerate skin and to protect and heal. Furthermore, this unique formula softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while fading hyperpigmentation, and it reduces inflammation and redness.

I simply apply a few drops to my freshly washed skin, that is still warm and slightly damp, and gently press in and release the oil into my face, neck and décolletage, as recommended. Skin is immediately left with a gorgeous, pronounced luminosity and an ethereal glow. As previously noted, African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil sinks in immediately, but it neither leaves behind a greasy film, nor does it require a long wait before finishing up the skincare routine or applying makeup.

My skin is notably different in that the overall texture is more even in tone and the small areas of light hyperpigmentation have noticeably faded. My fine lines are softened and my skin appears more taut and lifted. Furthermore, it effectively encourages skin cell-turnover to eliminate dull and dry dead skin cells in order to reveal luminous fresh skin.

This oil balances skin, and has regulated my active T-zone while simultaneously fighting redness and inflammation during my monthly hormonal cycle. I also found it remarkable that it healed a hormonal breakout overnight because of its ability to regulate hormonal skin and radically reduce inflammation.

While I do not have particularly enlarged pores, I have noted that mine are now far less noticeable. Additionally, the pores that have always been prone to clogging on my nose and chin no longer appear congested.

African Botanics claims that African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil will leave skin, "luminous, more youthful with increased firmness, elasticity and clarity" and I can attest to the veracity of this statement. This lovely oil leaves skin soft, supple, hydrated and luminous unlike anything else that I have tried.

According to African Botanics,

From a world of truly wild and remote locations far from all civilization and light pollution in the most southern hemisphere of Africa, there is an eternal beauty that endures all time.

Exotic night blooms, indigenous African desert and bush plants that have adapted to survive the challenges of their environment are harnessed and captured with a potent concentration of highly advanced marine biotechnology that is packed with anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing properties.

African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil utilizes a visionary delivery system that allows the ingredients to penetrate the skin deeply in order to effectively nourish the skin, to stimulate skin cell renewal, to restore and regenerate skin and to protect and heal. Furthermore, this unique formula softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while fading hyperpigmentation, and it reduces inflammation and redness.

I simply apply a few drops to my freshly washed skin, that is still warm and slightly damp, and gently press in and release the oil into my face, neck and décolletage, as recommended. Skin is immediately left with a gorgeous, pronounced luminosity and an ethereal glow. As previously noted, African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil sinks in immediately, but it neither leaves behind a greasy film, nor does it require a long wait before finishing up the skincare routine or applying makeup.

My skin is notably different in that the overall texture is more even in tone and the small areas of light hyperpigmentation have noticeably faded. My fine lines are softened and my skin appears more taut and lifted. Furthermore, it effectively encourages skin cell-turnover to eliminate dull and dry dead skin cells in order to reveal luminous fresh skin.

This oil balances skin, and has regulated my active T-zone while simultaneously fighting redness and inflammation during my monthly hormonal cycle. I also found it remarkable that it healed a hormonal breakout overnight because of its ability to regulate hormonal skin and radically reduce inflammation.

While I do not have particularly enlarged pores, I have noted that mine are now far less noticeable. Additionally, the pores that have always been prone to clogging on my nose and chin no longer appear congested.

African Botanics claims that African Botanics Fleurs d’Afrique Intensive Recovery Oil will leave skin, "luminous, more youthful with increased firmness, elasticity and clarity" and I can attest to the veracity of this statement. This lovely oil leaves skin soft, supple, hydrated and luminous unlike anything else that I have tried.

According to African Botanics,

From a world of truly wild and remote locations far from all civilization and light pollution in the most southern hemisphere of Africa, there is an eternal beauty that endures all time.

Exotic night blooms, indigenous African desert and bush plants that have adapted to survive the challenges of their environment are harnessed and captured with a potent concentration of highly advanced marine biotechnology that is packed with anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing properties.

May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum ($120.00 for .68 oz. from May Lindstrom, Barneys New York, Cult Beauty UK (£96.00), Beautylish, Follain, Ahalife, Shen Beauty and Beautyhabit. Reviewed HERE):

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.

May Lindstrom The Youth Dew Hydrating Serum is more of a magical golden elixir than a mere beauty oil. This gem of an ultra-luxe face oil is lightweight, fast absorbing and has a delectable aroma that is punctuated by the Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose) Essential Oil. This antioxidant-rich potion provides the skin with immediate hydration, nourishment and a pronounced luminosity. After a few days of use, I noted that my face, neck and décolleté were unusually soft, supple, hydrated and luminous. This oil is so nourishing and hydrating that I am actually able to forgo an added moisturizer altogether. May Lindstrom suggests that The Youth Dew is very well suited for dry skin, but it is not too rich for normal/combination skin like mine. I simply warm a couple of drops between my hands and massage it into my warm, damp skin. The results are unmistakable and undeniable. 

According to May Lindstrom,

This joyously over-the-top hydrating potion transforms skin with a power-packed bouquet of 20 ambitiously regenerating and indulgent plant and botanical oils infused with time-stopping CoEnzyme Q10. The Result: A Petal Soft Complexion that Glows with Ageless Grace. 

Directions: Apply a few potent drops to moist skin morning and night for the only hydration your skin requires. 

Ingredients:*Persea Americana (Avocado) Oil, *Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam Seed) Oil, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Prunus Spp (Plum Kernel) Oil, *Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Oil, *Rosa Rubiginosa (Rosehip Seed) Oil, *Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Oil, *Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Oil, *Borago Officinalis (Borage Seed) Oil, Aleurites Moluccans (Kukui Nut) Oil, *Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, *Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium Rose) Essential Oil, *Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Essential Oil, *Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Essential Oil, *Citrus Limon (Lemon) Essential Oil, *Rosa Damascena (Rose Absolute) Essential Oil, *Rosa Damascena (Bulgarian Rose) Essential Oil, *Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Essential Oil, ***Daucus Carota (Carrot Seed) Essential Oil, Ubiquinone (CoEnzyme Q10). *Certified Organic ***Wild Harvested.  7.91% Linoleic / 27.08% Oleic Acid- Very well suited for dry skin.

Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum For Face ($185.00 for  30 ml/ 1 oz. from Vintner's Daughter, Space NK, Follain, Need Supply Co and Cult Beauty (£150.00) Reviewed HERE):

This marvelous luxury elixir has quickly risen through the ranks to achieve pride of place on the short list of top luxury beauty oils for even the most picky aficionados. I am among them. Vintner's Daughter was created by April Gargiulo, a Napa Valley vintner, who wanted to formulate a potent and active organic botanical serum that was free of chemical compounds and toxic ingredients.  Therefore, she joined forces with natural beauty experts, and they spent two years formulating Active Botanical Serum. This potent phytoactive beauty oil in an anti-aging treatment that features, "energy dense botanicals that infuse every drop of Active Botanical Serum with anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, firming phytoceramides, nourishing fatty-acids and powerful anti-oxidants." In its capacity as a titan of anti-aging, this luxury oil serum was formulated to, "stimulate cellular turnover; maintain skin elasticity; strengthen capillaries; inhibit melanin production; deliver oxygen to cells and protect against free-radical damage." Furthermore, one quickly notices that skin appears more soft, supple, hydrated,  even in tone, lifted, moisturized, radiant and youthful.

According to Vintner's Daughter,

We begin by sourcing the world’s most potent, organic and wild-crafted botanicals with the singular goal of creating the most active and luxurious all-natural product possible. Each ingredient is chosen for not only its individual capabilities, but also how it works synergistically with other ingredients. It takes many weeks to bring these ingredients together and ensure that every drop of our formula is infused with the highest levels of powerful skin renewing agents. After our formulation is complete, Active Botanical Serum is sealed in a violet-colored glass bottle that harnesses specific light rays to increase the energy level of our serum while in bottle.  All of this is done to ensure that our serum protects and nourishes your skin at the highest level.

Creating Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum is a time intensive labor of love that rests entirely on sourcing the finest natural ingredients from conscious growers around the world. Our serum is formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, PEGs, and SLSs.

Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum is described as, 

...a luxurious multi-correctional infusion of 22 of the world’s most active organic and wildcrafted botanicals. At the heart of this powerful treatment is an energy dense phyto radiance infusion. Combined with highly targeted essential oils, our formulation combines anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, skin firming phytoceramides, nourishing fatty-acids and powerful antioxidants to help fight signs of aging; stimulate cellular turnover; maintain skin elasticity; strengthen capillaries; inhibit melanin production; prevent wrinkles; deliver oxygen to cells and protect against free-radical damage. The small particle size of our proprietary formula allows our active botanicals to deeply penetrate skin’s layers and because the skin fully recognizes the plant actives as the nutritive building blocks of its own structure, skin becomes more healthy, radiant and youthful.

This lightweight and fast absorbing golden elixir boasts a delectable warm and earthy aroma from which one can detect the Rose Damascena Absolute, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower and a fusion of the remaining essential oils. The intoxicating aromatherapeutic experience delights and calms the senses while it quiets the mind. I find that I slow down and inhale deeply as I massage in into my skin, and that any residual stress that I may have been experiencing just melts away. This ritual is utterly relaxing, and it heightens the sensory experience of using this luxe oil.

My default method of beauty oil application has always been to warm it in my hands before massaging it into my damp, freshly cleansed skin. However, I was intrigued by the Push/Press Technique for Maximum Radiance that Vintner's Daughter suggests, and after having tried it numerous times I must confess that it is a remarkably effective technique.

Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum significantly bolsters radiance and it leaves skin silky smooth, soft and supple. I note a distinct brightening and evening of my skin tone, a lifting and softening on my fine lines, and an undeniable increase in the long term hydration of my skin.

Ingredients: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil; Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Oil; Citrus Aurantium var Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil; Persea Americana (Avocado) Oil; Calendula officinalis (Marigold) Extract; Rose Damascena (Rose) Absolute; Daucus Carota (Carrot) Seed Oil; Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil; Rosa Rubignosa (Rosehip) Seed Oil; Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel; Lavandula x Intermedia (Lavender) Flower; Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Leaf; Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf; Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf; Boswellia Carteri (Frankincense) Oil); Citrus Aurantium var Amara (Neroil) Flower Oil; Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract; Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit; Curcuma Longa (Tumeric) Root Oil; Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Leaf Oil; Jasminum Grandiflorum (Jasmine) Flower; Calophyllum Tacamahaca (Tamanu) Oil. 100% chemical and toxin free and is formulated without parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, PEGs, and SLSs.

Odacité Ac+R | Youthful Glow Acai Rose Serum Concentrate ($55.00 For  0.17 Oz. From Odacité, Odacité Official Amazon Store, Cult Beauty & Nordstrom, Reviewed HERE):

ODACITÉ Ac+R Youthful Glow Acai Rose Serum Concentrate Is A Super Potent Antioxidant-Rich, Anti-Aging Luxury Beauty Oil That Is Formulated To Deeply Hydrate The Skin, To Soften The Appearance Of Fine-Lines And Wrinkles, And To Improve The Tone, Texture, Elasticity And Firmness Of The Skin. Additionally, Açai Berry, A Superfood Rich In Antioxidants, Nourishes The Skin And Protects It From Free-Radical Damage. I Noted That My Skin Was Soft, Supple And Boasted A Dewy Glow. It Is A Lightweight And Fast Absorbing Oil That Can Be Used Any Time Of The Day. It Has A Warm Rose Aroma That I Find Utterly Delectable.

Features And Benefits:

• Ultra-Strength Antioxidant Serum That Addresses All Aspects Of Skin Aging: Wrinkles & Firmness, Tone, Texture And Hydration.

• Experience The Extraordinary Power Of Nature With Superfood Acai Berry, They Boasts The Highest Antioxidant Power In The World. Carefully Harvested And Cold Pressed, Acai Berries Yield  The Most Active Beauty Elixir. 

• Scientifically Made With Effective Yet Gentle Essential Oils, Including Rose Oil, Famous For Its Anti-Aging Properties Of Cell Oxygenation And Capillary Reparation.• Gluten Free

Directions: In the palm of your hand, supercharge your daily dose of crème by mixing in 2-3 drops of Ac+R. Or apply alone for a more intensive treatment.

Ingredients: Highest grade cold-pressed Acai (Euterpe oleracea) fruit oil, Rosa damascena (rose) flower oil, Citrus aurantium amara (neroli) flower/leaf oil, Jasminum sambac (jasmine) flower oil, Jasminum grandiflorum (jasmine) flower oil, Cananga odorata (ylang ylang) flower oil, Litsea cubeba fruit oil, Vanillosmopsis erythropappa (bisabolol) wood oil, Canarium lozonicum (elemi) gum oil, Cedrus atlantica (cedar) wood oil, Certified GMO-free Vitamin E (Tocopherols) oil.

WABI-SABI BOTANICALS BUDHI Sacha Inchi Eye Nectar ($52.00 for 1o ml. from Wabi-Sabi Botanicals, Etsy, *$49.95 in the Let it Glow Beauty Box from Boxwalla, Reviewed HERE):

I have to say that the aroma of this Eye Nectar is utterly intoxicating, and the amalgam of rich, roasted coffee beans, cacao and warm vanilla is unbelievably delectable. It is no wonder that WABI-SABI chose to name it BUDHI, which is a Buddhist term  that means ‘awaken.’ Awaken, indeed.

The texture of this oil-based elixir is lightweight and velvety smooth, and it absorbs into the skin immediately– leaving behind a luminous glow sans a greasy residue. This deeply nourishing, and potent, antioxidant-rich anti-aging nectar effectively targets a multitude of concerns ranging from: dark circles, dull skin, loose skin, dry skin, prematurely aging skin to inflammation and puffiness. Furthermore, this formula is 100% Natural & Non-Toxic, 93% Certified Organic and it is Vegan and Cruelty-Free.

I simply apply 1-2 drops to freshly cleansed skin, that is warm and slightly damp, and gently pat it under and around my eyes. While I do not have skin that is loose, dry, dull, or prematurely aging skin– I do get dark circles and puffiness when I don't get enough rest.

After using BUDHI Sacha Inchi Eye Nectar for several weeks, both night and day, I noted that my skin was deeply nourished and hydrated, and my fine lines were softened and lifted. Furthermore, on the occasions that I would awaken to dark circles and under-eye puffiness, they would be significantly reduced, if not eliminated altogether. Additionally, this lovely nectar consistently leaves my skin soft, silky smooth and glowing. This is an exemplary eye serum!

According to WABI-SABI,

This velvety Nectar creation targets dark circles, inflammation, discoloration, and visible signs of aging around the eyes by harnessing the benefits of antioxidant-rich Coffee Fruit, carotene-packed Seabuckthorn berries, and high GLA content Evening Primrose blossoms. With a base of Organic, Peruvian Sacha Inchi oil, scientifically verified to work against free radical damage and protect skin from sun damage, while effectively reducing inflammation and discoloration. Pure, Organic Guava Seed and Prickly Pear Seed Oils deeply penetrate the skin to refine and tighten, lighten and brighten, and restore and protect the precious, delicate skin around your eyes. Warm, sweet Tonka and Cacao Beans combine with the rich aroma of roasted Venezuelan Coffee beans for a truly decadent and delicious nightly skin treat.

Full Ingredients: Peruvian Sacha Inchi Oil*, Seabuckthorn Fruit Supercritical CO2*, Evening Primrose Oil*, Coffee Fruit Oil*, Olive Squalene*, Guava Seed Oil*,  Prickly Pear Seed Oil**, Non-GMO Mixed Tocopherols, Cacao Bean Absolute**, Tonka Bean Absolute*, *Certified Organic Ingredient, **Wildcrafted ,***Ethically Grown/Sourced.

Overall Assessment: Given my penchant for luxury beauty oils, I have tested a tremendous number of the finest on the market ranging from the affordable to the ultra-luxe, and these 5 luxurious anti-aging oils are perfection in every conceivable way. I highly recommend trying them, you won't regret it.

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