Empties Galore in May 2023

 

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It is hard to make sense of just how fast the month of May flew by, and I managed to use a good many products. I finished up 10 products, and while most of them were quite well-used, it was quite satisfying recycling those empty containers, nonetheless.

Erno Laszlo White Marble Dual Phase Vitamin C Peel ($128.00 (Step 1 Size: 50mL / 1.7 fl.oz. Step 2 Size: 20mL / 0.7 fl.oz.) from Erno Laszlo, Nordstrom, Revolve and Harrods): this is a gentle, and yet very effective, 2- part peel that exfoliates dead skin cells effortlessly, but without irritating the skin. This clarifying peel lightens hyperpigmentation through the inclusion of ingredients such as Vitamin C, and therefore it brightens the skin, and leaves it luminous. One of the features that makes this at-home-peel so wonderful to use is the fact that is easy to use, and it doesn't take a long time to do. It delivers real tangible results, and I noticed the difference after a single use. Simply apply the Step 1 orange colored, and citrus scented, scrub to the skin and gently massage it into the skin for about 3 minutes, then add a full dropper the the Step 2 liquid activator to your skin and leave it on for about a minute. Rinse thoroughly, and say hello to soft, smooth, supple, exfoliated and luminous skin. After using it for about a month (once a week), I noticed that a small area of hyperpigmentation (from sun damage) was beginning to fade ever so slightly. I look forward to seeing how much it fades after a few more months of use. Purchase Again? Without question, this is one of the finest products that I have ever used from Erno Laszlo.

Derma E Essentials Microdermabrasion Scrub ($32.50 for 2 oz. from derma e and Ulta): is a wonderfully effective facial scrub. This exfoliator features tiny, and densely populated, exfoliating particles suspended in a creamy base that has enough grit to sweep away dead skin cells effortlessly. The formula is gentle,  effective and non-stripping. Skin is left soft, silky smooth, supple and refreshed. It is a very concentrated formula– so this 2 oz. jar should last a long time unless you are using it on your face and body. Derma e suggests that it can be used on your hands, elbows, heels, knees– or anywhere you need to exfoliate rough skin, and I definitely agree that it is quite effective on rough skin in those regions as well. Purchase Again? At some point, but I have other face scrubs to use up first.

Rituals Zensation Organic Rice Milk & Cherry Blossom Foaming Shower Gel (discontinued scent): You simply apply a small amount of the shower oil to your skin and as soon as it has contact with water it emulsifies and turns from an oil consistency to a thin milky emulsion that effectively cleans the skin, and leaves it delectably soft smooth and moisturized. The scent is delightful and uplifting, but not  too sweet. While the scent is lovely it does not linger since it is, for the most part, washed away. Purchase Again? I just opened my last bottle of this marvelous scent!

Spongellé Let's Celebrate Butterfly Holiday Gift Set (on Sale for $6.00 each Spongellé): The delectable French Mimosa Body Wash Infused Buffer and Peace Sugar & Sea Salt Body Wash Infused Buffer were delightful to use. Their scents were hypnotic and otherworldly, and I absolutely love everything about the smell and its ability to thoroughly clean and exfoliate the skin. Purchase Again? I have more to use before I repurchase, but I absolutely covet their products.

Giovanni 2chic Pineapple & Ginger Ultra-Revive Conditioner ($9.99 each for 8.5 oz. from Giovanni Cosmetics and Whole Foods): If you have dry, unruly hair, or naturally curly hair that can be both dry and unruly, then Giovanni Pineapple and Ginger Ultra Revive Shampoo and Conditioner are worthy of your consideration. Both infuse hair with vital moisture, leave hair soft and silky, and do an impressive job fighting frizz and flyaways. The Sodium Lauryl and Laureth Sulfate-Free formula is gentle on the hair, it's color-safe, and it never strips or traumatizes locks. Hair is left smooth, manageable, lustrous and healthy. The aroma is best described as a delectable pineapple that lingers for a short period of time before fading away, and therefore it will not interfere with any fragrances that you might ordinarily wear. Purchase Again? Probably at some point, but I am currently swimming in conditioners that I need to use first.

LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant ($14.00 for 1.7 oz. from LAVANILA, and Ulta): Though I have occasionally used mainstream deodorants, I do prefer to avoid the chemicals. LAVANILA makes wonderful healthy deodorants that are effective and smell wonderful (though they also make an unscented variant for sensitive skin). Their Vanilla Grapefruit scent is probably my favorite because it smells utterly scrumptious, and offers long-lasting protection. This month, I managed to use up 3 of their deodorants, but they were all nearly empty, and between the three deodorants I had a total of about 2 weeks worth left to use. Purchase Again? Without question, they make one of the best natural deodorant formulas that I have ever used.

Spongellé Daily Dose Hand Cream in Coconut Verbena ($10.00 for 7 sachets from Spongellé): is a convenient and travel-friendly way to carry hand cream. Spongellé Hand Creams offer dry hands and cuticles serious hydration. They feature ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Shea Butter, Argan Oil and Macademia Seed Oil that deeply moisturize and heal chapped hands, and the Hyaluronic Acid retains moisture and plumps fine lines. After using their hand creams, my poor chapped hands have been soft, smooth, nourished, hydrated and luminous! The Coconut Verbena scent is refreshing and intoxicatingly beautiful, and it embodies a warm summer breeze. Purchase Again? I have some of their other hand creams to use up first, but this is perfection for travel!

Overall Assessment: I am pleased that I managed to finish up 10 products this month, and hope that I can do that well in June. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return in May? Did you discover any real gems, or were you truly disappointed by anything that you used? 

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Paul & Joe Limited Edition Summer Makeup Palette 002 Lover Review and Swatches

 

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Just in time for summer, Paul & Joe has released two gorgeous palettes that include 4 eyeshadows and a blush. If you are looking for a more subdued palette, then the 001 palette is made with you in mind. If, on the other hand, you want a bolder and cooler palette, then 002 is a must have.

About the Paul & Joe Summer Makeup Palette,

Just in time for fun in the sun, Paul & Joe is excited to release its newest makeup palette. The Paul & Joe Summer Palette comes with two rows that feature five fresh colors of blush and eye shadow for on-the-go glamour. The Summer Palette come in an adorable, limited-edition Paul & Joe cat box and two blush brushes and eyeshadow sponge applicators are included.

Each limited-edition palette contains five summer vibe colors, much like playlists full of favorite summer tunes you’d never leave home without. Designed to be enjoyed creatively, the colors can be applied as recommended, or “shuffled” to suit your mood, adorning both eyes and cheeks exactly as you wish.

Each palette contains four eyeshadow colors and one blush color. The eyeshadows employ a highly sheer product base for superior color intensity and pronounced pearlescent shimmer. The blush colors are formulated for soft and gauzy looking results.

The Paul & Joe 001 shades include Orange Beige, Soleil Orange, Soft Pink, Mint Green eyeshadows and Light Pink blush. The colors of the palette are perfect for creating versatile daytime looks. The eyeshadow’s highly sheer product base gives it superior color intensity and pronounced pearlescent shimmer. The blush colors are formulated for soft and gauzy-looking results.

The colors of the 001 palette include:

• Orange Beige Eyeshadow (with gold, beige and black pearlescence)
• Soleil Orange Eyeshadow (with gold, red and beige pearlescence)
• Soft Pink Blush (with large pearlescent particles in silver and red)
• Mint Green Eyeshadow (with green, blue, silver and gold pearlescence)
• Light Pink Eyeshadow (with silver and red pearlescence)

The 002 Lover shades of the palette are a must-have for any makeup enthusiast who loves to experiment with bold, daring looks. The palette features a stunning array of eyeshadow shades that are sure to turn heads. Sensual Gray, with its smoky undertones, creates a seductive and alluring vibe that is perfect for a night out on the town. Stone Gray, on the other hand, is a slightly cooler shade that can add depth and dimension to any eye look. But the drama doesn't stop there! Pure Red is a highly pigmented shade that will add a pop of color and vibrancy to your eyes.

The colors of the 002 palette include:

• Sensual Gray Eyeshadow (with gold and green pearlescence, and large pearlescent particles in silver)
• Stone Gray Eyeshadow (with black pearlescence and large pearlescent particles in blue)
• Pure Red Blush (with pearl-free)
• Warm Brown Eyeshadow (with bronze, silver, red, gold and black pearlescence)
• Sweet Pink Eyeshadow (beige, silver, gold, and red pearlescence)

These Paul & Joe Eyeshadows, and blush, are soft and creamy to the touch, and they are gorgeously pigmented. They glide across the skin effortlessly, deposit color evenly and are buildable. Paul & Joe Summer Makeup Palette 002 is a stunning and beautifully curated color story that is perfect for the season.

Left to Right:

• Sensual Gray Eyeshadow (with gold and green pearlescence, and large pearlescent particles in silver)
• Stone Gray Eyeshadow (with black pearlescence and large pearlescent particles in blue)
• Pure Red Blush (with pearl-free)
• Warm Brown Eyeshadow (with bronze, silver, red, gold and black pearlescence)
• Sweet Pink Eyeshadow (beige, silver, gold, and red pearlescence)

Their famous cat-laden packaging is a true delight!

CHEEK COLOR active ingredients: 

Moisturizers: Madonna lily extract (Lilium candidum bulb extract); Hyaluronic acid (Sodium hyaluronate); Rose flower extract (Rosa centifolia flower extract); Peach extract (Prunus persica fruit juice). 

Emollient: Jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis seed oil). Click to enlarge image below for full ingredients.

Overall Assessment: Paul & Joe Limited Edition Summer Makeup Palette 002 is an utterly gorgeous limited edition palette that I will most assuredly use regularly this season. A+

$42.00 for 0.63 oz. from their Official Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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Sephora Specials for May & June

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Sephora specials for the reminder of May & June. Visit: www.sephora.com

May Concealer Sample Bag (US & CAN) – 5/24-While Supplies Last
Promo: “Receive a Concealer Sample Set with any $35 merchandise purchase. Use code CONCEALER. Online only, exclusions apply.”
Valid: 5/24-WSL

Long Weekend Sale (US & CAN) – 5/26-5/29
Promo: “It’s Time to Save! Get up to 50% off* select beauty. Offer ends Monday, 5/29. In store and online. *While supplies last. Exclusions apply.”
Valid: 5/26 – 5/29

Bounceback EARN (US & CAN) – 5/26-6/2
Promo: “Get 500 Extra Sephora Beauty Insider Points when you spend $75 in one transaction now through Friday, 6/2. Use code MOREPOINTS. Remember: You can use 500 points to get $10 off a future purchase. In store or online. Exclusions apply.”
Valid: 5/26 – 6/2

Bounceback REDEEM (US & CAN) – 6/8-6/12
Promo: “If you Earned 500 Extra Sephora Beauty Insider Points during the earn period of 5/26-6/2, don’t forget that you can redeem your points for $10 off your next purchase, samples from top brands, or exclusive experiences! In store or online. Exclusions apply.”
Valid: 6/8-6/12

Boxwalla Sitewide 20% Off Memorial Day Sale

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The Boxwalla Sitewide Memorial Day Sale is going on now and will last until Tuesday, May 30. The code WEEKEND20 will give you 20% off sitewide.

 

The discount codes are not applicable on subscription boxes but can be used on individual items from our shops or on limited edition and one-time boxes. Visit: www.theboxwalla.com

The Beauty Spotlight Team Memorial Day Weekend Roundup

We have a small sampling from the Beauty Spotlight Team this long holiday weekend. Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend of reflection and fun.

Annmarie Skin Care Anti-Aging Facial Oil is a luscious ultra-effective luxury moisturizer, and Lola's Secret Beauty Blog is utterly enchanted by this beautiful gem.

Never Say Die Beauty has been big on smiling, so at this stage of life, she definitely has noticeable nasolabial folds, but now she’s treating them with City Beauty’s new Ultra-Fill Marionette Line Treatment! Enjoy their Memorial Day sale on the new product and everything on the City Beauty website through May 30!

It's Memorial Weekend and the beginning of summer fun, therefore Your True Self Blog shows you how to wow at outdoor summer events.

 

Annmarie Skin Care Clean Beauty Trial Kit

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Annmarie Skin Care Clean Beauty Trial Kit features three of the wonderful products that I reviewed this week, and this is a very affordable way to try these products before committing to full-size purchases. These are extraordinary handcrafted skincare products that are cruelty-free, healthy for the skin and a true joy to use.

Annmarie Skin Care Clean Beauty Trial Kit includes:

• Aloe Herb Cleanser (Reviewed HERE) – 1 fl oz / 30ml
• Anti-Aging Serum (Reviewed HERE) – 0.2 fl o z / 5ml
• Anti-Aging Facial Oil (Reviewed HERE)– 1/2 dram / 0.1 fl oz / 1.8ml

According to Annmarie Skin Care,

Our Aloe Herb Cleanser and Anti-Aging Serum are guaranteed to revive and illuminate your complexion in 7 days—leaving it supple, nourished, and flawless. We’ll even throw in our top-selling Anti-Aging Facial Oil sample for FREE to prove that “going natural” is worth it for any skin type, courtesy of the finest wild and plant-based ingredients on Earth. 

Aloe Herb Cleanser – 1 fl oz / 30ml
Benefits: Gentle. Moisturizes. pH Balanced. 
Suitable For: All Skin Types

Cleanse and lift excess oil with this pH-balanced, aloe vera-based cream cleanser. Infused with beautifying herbs and a light blend of natural oils containing essential fatty acids, to keep your skin naturally hydrated. Gently removes makeup and impurities without drying or leaving any residue. Leaves your skin feeling nourished, soft, and beautiful.

Anti-Aging Serum – 0.2 fl o z / 5ml
Benefits: Firms & Tightens Skin. Hydrates. 
Suitable For: All Skin Types, Including Sensitive Skin

This versatile, aloe vera-based serum provides active nutrients for all skin types, firming and tightening the appearance of aging skin. Hyaluronic acid hydrates, while the herbal extracts buddleja davidii and edelweiss protect skin from environmental stressors. Life everlasting flowers soothe and refresh.

Anti-Aging Facial Oil – 1/2 dram / 0.1 fl oz / 1.8ml
Benefits: Beautifies. Moisturizes. Softens Skin. 
Suitable For: Mature or Dry Skin

This luxurious, herb-infused formula delivers intense moisture to keep dry and mature skin supple and dewy. Antioxidant-rich seed oils—chia, goji berry, and broccoli—firm and tighten, while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Jojoba oil resembles your skin’s natural oil, softening and conditioning mature skin. Your skin vibrates in perfect harmony.

Overall Assessment: This is a wonderful, and affordable, way to acquaint yourself with this wonderful cruelty-free brand.

$19.99 from Annmarie Skin Care and their Official Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. Copyright © 2023 www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com All Rights Reserved.

Annmarie Skin Care Anti-Aging Serum Review

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Annmarie Skin Care Anti-Aging Serum is a lightweight, exceedingly hydrating, Aloe Vera and Hyaluronic Acid-based herbal serum that delivers serious hydration to the skin. It is a very lightweight and fast-absorbing gel-like serum that binds hydration for all-day sustained efficacy. In addition to providing superior hydration, the Hyaluronic Acid also plumps fine lines and leaves skin dewy. This serum has a light herbal aroma that is very pleasant, but it is neither cloying, nor long-lasting. This serum is excellent for all types of skin, and if you ever experience dehydrated skin, then this serum is a miracle worker in its ability to deeply hydrate. Annmarie Skin Care is a cruelty-free brand worthy of your consideration.

According to Annmarie Skin Care,

Our bestselling herbal serum blend will leave your skin hydrated, supple and soft. This versatile, aloe vera-based serum provides active nutrients for all skin types, firming and tightening the appearance of aging skin. Hyaluronic acid hydrates, while the herbal extracts buddleja davidii and edelweiss protect skin from environmental stressors. Life everlasting flowers soothe and refresh. 

Annmarie Skin Care Asserts:

ANTI AGING FACE SERUM: Versatile, aloe vera based serum for all skin types firms and tightens the appearance of aging skin.

PLANT-BASED FORMULATION: Non-GMO sourced Hyaluronic Acid hydrates dehydrating skin, herbal extracts buddleja davidii and edelweiss protect skin from environmental stressors, rose distillate nurture the appearance of temporary redness, life everlasting flowers soothe and refresh.

ORGANIC & WILDCRAFTED: Our skin care products are naturally formulated, with organically grown and wildcrafted ingredients. We work with small farmers and innovative chemists to offer you the most potent, handcrafted botanical products available.

OUR PROMISE: All our products are free of toxic chemicals, colors and fragrances. Everything in our products is on our labels; and are sustainably packaged, cruelty-free certified by Leaping Bunny, non-GMO, Made Safe Certified and made in the U.S.A.

Directions: Apply to clean skin. Pump a generous amount into palm of hand. Dab a bit on nose, chin, cheeks and forehead​.​ ​Blend well. Best used before your preferred facial moisturizer.

Ingredients: *Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, Serum blend [*Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, Squalane (olive oil derived), Carrageenan (red algae) extract, non-GMO Xanthan gum (plant derived)], *Rosa damascena (rose) distillate, Herb-infused aloe vera juice [*Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, *Emblica officinalis (amla) fruit extract, *Calendula officinalis (calendula) flower extract, *Symphytum officinale (comfrey) leaf extract, *Foeniculum vulgare (fennel) seed extract, *Ginkgo biloba (gingko) leaf extract, *Centella asiatica (gotu kola) leaf extract, *Equisetum arvense (horsetail) leaf extract, *Helichrysum arenarium (life everlasting) flower extract, *Silybum marianum (milk thistle) seed extract, *Urtica dioica (nettle) leaf extract, *Plantago lanceolata (plantain) leaf extract, *Rhodiola rosea (rhodiola) root extract, *Aspalathus linearnis (rooibos) leaf extract, *Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, *Schizandra chinensis (schisandra) fruit extract], Aqua (water), *Glycerin (vegetable derived) extracts [*Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed, *Buddleja davidii (butterfly bush), *Leontopodium alpinum (edelweiss)], Populus tremuloides (aspen) bark extract, *Glycerin (vegetable derived), Aqua (water), *Glycerin (vegetable derived) extract [*Rubus idaeus (red raspberry) extract], Sodium ascorbate (mineral salt), Aqua (water), *Glycerin (vegetable derived) extract [*Linum usitatissimum (flax) seed], *Salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil, *Calophyllum inophyllum (tamanu) seed oil, Tocopherol (non-GMO vitamin E), non-GMO Xanthan gum (plant derived), Sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid), CO2 extracts [*Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), *Rosa rubginosa (rosehip) seed oil], Vetiveria zizanoides (vetiver) root oil, *Boswellia carterii (frankincense) gum extract, Opoponax (sweet myrrh) oil, *Rosa centifolia (rose absolute) flower extract, Jasminum sambac (jasmine sambac absolute) flower extract. *Organically grown or wildcrafted.

Wildcrafted: A selection of the herbs used in our line are hand picked in the wild where they grow naturally-this is the definition of wildcrafted. When we use wildcrafted herbs, we know that no commercial farming methods have been used, and that the plants are hearty, vibrant and full of skin-nourishing nutrients.

Overall Assessment: This is a beautiful serum, and it is incredibly effective and such a joy to use. A+

$55.80-$62.00 for 15ml. from Annmarie Skin Care and their Official Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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Annmarie Sun Love Everyday Sheer Sunscreen Review

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Annmarie Sun Love Everyday Sheer Sunscreen SPF 20 is a non-nano particle mineral sunscreen that is antioxidant-rich, reef-friendly and filled with effective and nourishing skincare ingredients. Made for all types of skin, this lightweight sheer sunscreen does not leave behind a white film. It moisturizes the skin while offering SPF protection, and it isn't greasy. Shake the bottle vigorously to incorporate the ingredients, and then delight in the wonderful light herbal aroma. 

According to Annmarie Skin Care,

A totally natural, nourishing sunscreen that is reef friendly and will protect your skin from UV damage.

Formulated with non-nano zinc oxide, this lightweight daily sunscreen protects the skin from UV rays, while adding deep moisturization. Infuse your skin with antioxidant-rich buriti fruit, pumpkin seed, and hemp seed oil to nourish and visibly enhance your glow.

Annmarie Skin Care Asserts:

Everyday sheer sunscreen: Formulated with non-nano zinc oxide, this reef friendly, lightweight daily sunscreen protects the skin from UV rays, while adding deep moisturization.

Award-winning product: Awarded "Best SPF Face Product 2022" by Healing Lifestyles.

Organic & Wildcrafted: Our skin care products are naturally formulated, with organically grown and wildcrafted ingredients. We work with small farmers and innovative chemists to offer you the most potent, handcrafted botanical products available.

Our promise: All our products are free of toxic chemicals, colors and fragrances. Everything in our products is on our labels; and are sustainably packaged, cruelty-free certified by Leaping Bunny, non-GMO, and made in the U.S.A.

Directions: Use a generous amount in the morning after moisturizer. Pump onto finger tips and gently massage into the skin of the face, neck, and chest for UV protection.

Ingredients: Zinc oxide (non-nano), *Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Sorbitan olivate (olive derived emulsifier), *Cannabis sativa (hemp) seed oil, *Olea europaea (olive) oil, *Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil, *Cera alba (beeswax), Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, *Persea gratissima (avocado) oil, Mauritia flexuosa (buriti) fruit oil, Tocopherol (non-GMO vitamin E). *Organically grown or wildcrafted.

Wildcrafted: A selection of the herbs used in our line are hand picked in the wild where they grow naturally-this is the definition of wildcrafted. When we use wildcrafted herbs, we know that no commercial farming methods have been used, and that the plants are hearty, vibrant and full of skin-nourishing nutrients.

Overall Assessment: This is a very nice sunscreen, and it pampers and moisturizes the skin while offering an SPF 20 for sun protection.

$45.00 for 1.7oz from Annmarie Skin Care and their Official Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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Annmarie Aloe Herb Cleanser Review

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Annmarie Aloe Herb Cleanser is a lightweight and creamy Aloe Vera-based cleanser that thoroughly cleans the skin and leaves it soft, smooth and hydrated without feeling greasy or stripped. While it doesn't lather, it also lacks the heaviness of a cream cleanser. Instead, it behaves like a gel cleanser that washes clean. It has a wonderful light aroma informed by citrus, floral and herbal ingredients, and it is best described as pleasant and refreshing. It leaves my skin thoroughly cleansed and luminous, and it as effective as it is gentle. Suitable for all types of skin.

According to Annmarie Skin Care,

Cleanse and lift excess oil with this pH-balanced, aloe vera-based cream cleanser. Infused with beautifying herbs and a light blend of natural oils containing essential fatty acids, to keep your skin naturally hydrated. Gently removes makeup and impurities without drying or leaving any residue. Leaves your skin feeling nourished, soft, and beautiful.

Features:

ALOE HERB CLEANSER - A pH balanced cream cleanser for all skin types that actually nourishes and moisturizes your skin.

PLANT-BASED FORMULATION: Infused with beautifying herbs and a light blend of natural oils containing essential fatty acids, to keep your skin naturally hydrated. Gently removes makeup and impurities without drying or leaving any residue. Leaves your skin feeling nourished, soft and beautiful.

ORGANIC & WILDCRAFTED - Our skin care products are naturally formulated, with organically grown and wildcrafted ingredients. We work with small farmers and innovative chemists to offer you the most potent, handcrafted botanical products available.

OUR PROMISE: All our products are free of toxic chemicals, colors and fragrances. Everything in our products is on our labels; and are sustainably packaged, cruelty-free certified by Leaping Bunny, non-GMO, Made Safe Certified and made in the U.S.A.

Directions: Use AM/PM. Apply to damp skin, massage into face, rinse. For deeper exfoliation, use with face brush.

Ingredients: *Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, [Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, Lauryl glucoside (saponified oils of coconut oil and plant starches/sugars)], Herb-infused aloe vera juice [*Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, *Calendula officinalis (calendula) flower extract, *Hyssopus officinalis (hyssop) extract, *Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower extract, *Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) leaf extract, *Helichrysum arenarium (life everlasting) flower extract, *Azadirachta indica (neem) leaf extract, *Olea europaea (olive) leaf extract], *Glycerin (vegetable derived), Populus tremuloides (aspen) bark extract, Citrus paradisi (ruby red grapefruit) peel oil, Citrus limon (Italian lemon) peel oil, Citrus reticulata (green mandarin) peel oil, non-GMO Xanthan gum (plant derived), *Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract. *Organically grown or wildcrafted.

Wildcrafted: A selection of the herbs used in our line are hand picked in the wild where they grow naturally-this is the definition of wildcrafted. When we use wildcrafted herbs, we know that no commercial farming methods have been used, and that the plants are hearty, vibrant and full of skin-nourishing nutrients.

Overall Assessment: This is a wonderful and effective cleanser that, like all Annmarie Skin Care products, is a joy to use. A+

$31.50 for 50ml and $58.00 for 100ml from Annmarie Skin Care and their Official Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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Annmarie Skin Care Anti-Aging Facial Oil Review

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Annmarie Skin Care Anti-Aging Facial Oil is a seriously gorgeous luxury face oil. While this glorious face oil is formulated for dry and mature skin, it is one of the finest and most effective oils to have graced my normal to combination skin. This ultra-luxe antioxidant-rich facial oil, which is velvety-to-the-touch, is infused with herbs and a symphony of more than 13 nourishing oils. Ingredients such as chia, goji berry, and broccoli firm and tighten the skin, and therefore soften the appearance of fine lines. Deeply moisturizing, this beautiful oil is lightweight and it effortlessly melts into the skin. It is neither greasy, nor does it leave behind any residue. I prefer to apply it to moist and warm freshly washed skin, and it immediately leaves my skin soft, smooth, supple and luminous.  It is quite concentrated, and therefore I find the a single pump offers plenty of oil to cover my face, neck and décolleté, but your use may vary. It has the most hypnotic herbal aroma, but is not long-lasting or overpowering.

According to Annmarie Skin Care,

The Anti-Aging Facial Oil is a tonic with a wealth of benefits, as you’ll come to find. It saturates your skin with botanical antioxidants that cultivate resilience and radiance in the face of free radicals. It locks in 24/7 moisture, unlike the overnight recovery oil that found a home in your trash.

More than that? It’s an exercise in pure joy… and an extended lesson in clean beauty. You might start by using this sweet nectar casually, like most other products. But over time, you’ll discover that the Anti-Aging Facial Oil is so glee-and-glow-inducing that you’ll want to get the most out of it. After repeated applications, you’ll learn how to do just that.

So while you might begin with a pump and a pat, you’ll learn to pause when its rose-tinged, serenely resinous scent hits your palm. Instead of merely slathering it on, you’ll learn to glide from the center of your face outwards (meditating along the way), and then from the bridge of your nose upwards towards your third eye (your pineal gland). And, instead of dabbing it according to your mood, you’ll learn to dab it according to your look. Want to pair it with your sunscreen and foundation for a flawless finish? Use less. Want to wear it to bed? Use more.

There are more advanced techniques to savor, too. Try a pearl-sized amount on your neck and press your fingertips to your clavicle. Take a deep breath and sweep towards your halo, setting an intention with each feather-soft stroke. Now that’s how skin care becomes self-care. And it's how joy becomes a rite, day after day.

Directions: Use AM/PM or ​as needed. Apply to clean skin or over serum. ​Pump 1 ​to 2 full pumps into palm of hand. Dab on nose, chin, cheeks and forehead. Blend with gentle strokes.

Ingredients: *Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Herb-infused oil [*Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, *Sesamum indicum (sesame seed) oil, *Calendula officinalis (calendula) flower extract, *Sambucus nigra (elderberry) flower, *Symphytum officinale (comfrey) leaf extract, *Echinacea purpurea (echinacea) extract, *Ginkgo biloba (gingko) leaf extract, *Lycium chinense (goji berry) fruit extract, *Centella asiatica (gotu kola) leaf extract, *Hibiscus sabdariffa (hibiscus) flower extract, *Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower extract, *Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) leaf extract, *Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, *Helichrysum arenarium (life everlasting) flower extract, *Nelumbo nucifera (lotus) stamen extract, *Plantago lanceolata (plantain) leaf extract, *Rhodiola rosea (rhodiola) root extract, *Aspalathus linearnis (rooibos) leaf extract, *Rosa centifolia (rose) flower extract, *Alchemilla mollis (lady's mantle), *Camellia sinesis (green tea) leaf extract, *Equisetum arvense (horsetail) leaf extract, *Viola tricolor (violet) extract, *Euterpe oleracea (acai) fruit extract, *Emblica officinalis (amla) fruit extract, *Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) root extract, Boswellia serrata (sacred frankincense) resin extract, *Silybum marianum (milk thistle) seed extract], *Cannabis sativa (hemp) seed oil, *Rosa rubginosa (rosehip) seed oil, *Cucurbita pepo (pumpkin) seed oil, *Rubus idaeus (red raspberry) extract, *Salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil, *Daucus carota sativa (carrot) seed oil, *Brassica oleracea italica (broccoli) seed oil, *Punica granatum (pomegranate) seed oil, Vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil, *Nigella sativa (black cumin) seed oil, *Euterpe oleracea (acai) fruit oil, *Mauritia flexuosa (buriti) fruit oil, Tocopherol (non-GMO vitamin E), *Hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn berry CO2) fruit extract, Santalum album (sandalwood) oil, Vetiveria zizanoides (vetiver) root oil, Foeniculum vulgare (sweet fennel) oil, *Boswellia carterii (frankincense) gum extract, Jasminum sambac (jasmine sambac absolute) flower extract, *Rosa centifolia (Moroccan rose absolute) flower extract. *Organically grown or wildcrafted.

Wildcrafted: A selection of the herbs used in our line are hand picked in the mountains where they grow wild—this is the definition of wildcrafted. When we use wildcrafted herbs, we know that no commercial farming methods have been used, and that the plants are hearty, vibrant and full of skin-nourishing nutrients.

Overall Assessment: This is such an excellent and effective face oil, and it is a real joy to use. A+

$149.00 for 30ml. from their Official Amazing Store (Affiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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Spongellé Launches the New Florica Collection in Mystic Rose

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Spongellé has 6 gorgeous NEW product launches to share. The Florica Collection in Mystic Rose includes an Eau de Parfum Spray, a signature Body Wash Infused Buffer, a Floret Home Diffuser, a Pedi-Buffer for smooth feet, a Travel Size Spongette and a Candle. 

The products smell like bathing in exotic musky rose & spices, transporting you to a European escape. Bring the feeling of spa appointment at a quaint apothecary - no travel needed!

Spongellé Launches Florica Collection in Mystic Rose

Spongellé CEO/Founder Elaine Binder proudly announces the launch of her latest creation: the Florica Collection in Mystic Rose. This 6-piece line combines the luxury of fragrance along with potions from nature that she uses to heal and nourish her body & soul. Elaine, an international trained perfumist, was inspired by the modern free spirit when creating this unique set of products for beauty and home. The Florica Collection in Mystic Rose is full of nature’s finest elements to heal and nourish the skin, using a blend of olive oil, rose, white water lily, & corn flower makes up antioxidants, vitamins, and extracts.

The collection includes an Eau de Parfum, Body Wash Infused Buffer, Floret Diffuser, Pedi-Buffer, Spongette and Candle.

Spongellé Florica Eau de Parfum - $70

A mystical dance at sunrise of refreshing fruit marries with a delicate water lily just beyond the natural woods of the enchanted forest. Layer the magical fusion of joy in a bottle with this bespoke fine fragrance created by Spongellé’s master perfumer.

Spongellé Florica Body Wash Infused Buffer - $28

 

Introducing Spongellé’s masterpiece body wash infused buffer®. Created with a built-in massage exfoliation feature on one side and a soft scrubber on the other, this multi-sided buffer elevates your shower experience with an intoxicating scent of mystic rose and offers just the right amount of smooth texture to cleanse and nourish the skin.

Spongellé Florica Floret Diffuser - $60

 

Freshen up your home with Spongellé’s most celebrated fragrances. Created exclusively for Spongellé, the Florets are hand-sewn and made of a natural tapioca fiber that takes on the shade of the fragrance oil—blooming with rich, bold color within 48 hours. Each set features a Floret with a cotton wick and an exquisite hand-blown glass vase to infuse the flower in the diffuser oil for a beautiful time-released fragrance that lasts up to 8 weeks. Refills available for purchase.

Spongellé Florica Pedi Buffer - $22

 

Perfectly designed to pamper and soothe tired feet, Spongellé’s Pedi buffer has a built-in multisided feature that feels like a reflexology massage. Exfoliate and massage your feet by stimulating pressure points while you cleanse

Spongellé Florica Spongette - $15

 

The perfect on the go mini buffer to keep your skin happy anywhere. Created with a built-in exfoliating feature, this mini buffer elevates your shower experience by offering just the right amount of the intoxicating Mystic Rose scent to cleanse and nourish the skin.

Spongellé Florica Candle - $45

 

Elevate your olfactory experience with Spongellé’s Mystic Rose scented candle. A propriety soy base blend and a flickering wooden wick will bring the light, warmth, and luxurious fragrance to enhance the ambiance in any room.