September 2023 Empties for the Face and Body

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September has already come and gone! How is that even possible?! I managed to use up 11 products, and gleefully placed the empty container in my recycle bin. It feels so good to finish things up before they turn, and I hope that I am able to do a good job in October. Here is what I finished up, and my thoughts about each of these products:

Spongellé Riviera Collection Body Buffer in Ibiza Bloom ($18.00 from Spongellé):  Spongellé's brilliant body wash-infused sponges effectively and gently clean and exfoliate the skin, and they also leave the it deliciously baby soft, smooth, supple and moisturized. They really excel in their ability to clean and exfoliate the skin while delighting the senses with their delightful aromas. Ibiza Bloom Notes: Top: Orange Flower, Magnolia, Green Vines. Middle: Jasmine Buds, Tuberose, Ylang. Base: Sandalwood, Musk, Amber. Purchase Again? It appears that this line was discontinued, but there are so many other lovely body buffers from which to choose. I have already opened another one!

Cetaphil Deep Cleansing Bar ($10.82 for. 3-Pack from Amazon, Walmart, Target and iHerb): I can't believe that I have never reviewed this wonderful bar before! This gentle cleansing bar can be used on the face and body, and it deeply cleans without stripping the skin. Gentle enough for sensitive skin, this bar does what it says and it is rich, creamy and so satisfying to use! Purchase Again? Without question!

Baylis & Harding Goodness Natural Body Wash in Lemongrass Ginger ($6.79 for 16.9 oz. from Amazon and Target): I have been gleefully using Baylis & Harding body washes since the British brand launched in the US a few years ago, and their truly affordable luxury products are a treat to the senses without putting a dent in your wallet. If you are a fan of brands like Molton Brown, you will be elated by this affordable alternative.

One of my most coveted products is the Baylis & Harding Goodness Natural Body Wash in Lemongrass & Ginger, and I have really been enjoying it a lot these days. The uplifting aroma is a delight to the senses without being in the least bit overpowering. Purchase Again? Yes, as long as they make it!

Curél Foaming Facial Wash ($15.00 for 5 oz. from their Amazon Store): I was particularly interested to see whether this foaming and moisturizing cleanser, which is made for dry and sensitive skin, would be a good match for my normal/combination skin. I am a fan of hydrating cleansers that are gentle enough for sensitive skin, but I like them to rinse clean without leaving behind any sort of residue that requires a second cleanse (when they would be used last in a double cleansing routine).

This cleanser exceeded my expectations. It has a wonderful and dense foam that thoroughly cleans the skin without stripping it in the least bit, and it rinses clean without any sort of residue. It is fragrance-free (and unscented) and it leaves my skin silky-smooth and hydrated without feeling as though I need to wash my skin again to feel clean. It is gentle, a pleasure to use, and it feels like a great match for my normal/combination skin. Purchase Again? Definitely!

100% Pure Watermelon Cucumber Water Locking Facial Mist ($25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is an ultra-hydrating mist that refreshes, plumps and leaves skin luminous. Like their serum and moisturizer, this facial mist also has a wonderful watermelon and cucumber aroma, but it fades away quickly. Purchase Again? Probably not because I have a lot of moisture mists to use up, but I really liked this one a lot.

GOOD FAITH Softening Moisturizer + Plant-Derived Squalane ($26.00 for 1.69 oz. from GOOD FAITH and Amazon): is a wonderful lightweight and fast absorbing antioxidant-rich moisturizer that leaves my skin deeply moisturized all day long. This nourishing lotion has a very light citrus aroma that fades as soon as it melts into the skin. It can be used as a daytime and nighttime moisturizer, and it leaves my skin soft and smooth. It is formulated for all skin types, but if you have particularly dry skin you might want a richer cream during the colder months of the year. Purchase Again? I would if I wasn't swimming in moisturizers!

AveSeena Ageless Perfection Cream ($157.00 for 1.7 oz. from AveSeena and AveSeena's Amazon Store): is an ultra-nourishing cream that is lightweight, incredibly emollient, and it melts into the skin leaving it soft, smooth, supple, richly moisturized and velvety to the touch, and without any sort of residue left behind. It makes your skin feel so good that it might be difficult to keep yourself from repeatedly touching your face!

It is formulated for sensitive, dry, oily, prematurely aged, mature, combination and balanced skin, therefore it was formulated for essentially everyone. It was created to effectively treat dryness, dehydration, dullness and uneven skin tone. It can be used both as a daytime and a nighttime moisturizer, but you will need a separate sunscreen if you use it during the day.

It has a gorgeous aroma that is informed by a delightful compilation of Rose Damascena, cucumber hydrosols and lavender, and the scent is 100% natural from the listed ingredients. It offers a wondrous and luxurious aromatherapeutic sensory experience without being in the least bit overpowering. Purchase Again? Perhaps once I have finished up more of my open jars of face cream.

Erno Laszlo Phelityl Night Cream ($146.00 for 1.7 oz. from Erno Laszlo, Nordstrom and Amazon): which is pH-balancing, is formulated to repair, strengthen and hydrate your skin while you sleep. It is very thick, but miraculously lightweight, fast-absorbing and non-greasy. It quickly melts into the skin, leaves behind no residue whatsoever, and deeply moisturizes. When I wake up my skin is so soft, supple, moisturized and luminous. Additionally, it softens the appearance of fine lines and makes my skin look incredible. It can also be used during the day, but it contains no sunscreen, and therefore you need to use a separate sunscreen if you use this during the day. It has a very light and pleasant aroma that quickly dissipates, and it can be used for all types of skin. It is perfect for my normal/combination skin, but I think that people with dry skin might prefer a richer cream at night. Purchase Again? I already opened another jar!

Erno Laszlo Hydra-Therapy Gel Cream ($140.00 for 1.7 oz. from Erno Laszlo): is a moisture-rich, deeply hydrating and fast-absorbing gel cream that melts into the skin, leaves behind no residue whatsoever, and immediately delivers results. The antioxidant-rich cream is formulated to be utterly weightless and it does an exquisite job quenching dry and dehydrated skin. It calms and soothes inflamed skin, and leaves it soft, supple and luminous. While it contains fragrance, toward the middle of the ingredients, it doesn't have much of an aroma to speak of. Purchase Again? I already opened another jar!

Serendipitous Eau de Parfum Spray ($50.00 for 50 ml. from Lucky Scent): is a truly delectable fragrance with notes of Cocoa, Tahitian Vanilla and Blood Orange. While it may sound more like a gastronomic delight than one might imagine for a perfume, it is infinitely wearable, and the beautiful fusion of its notes create an aroma that is at once sweet, smooth, creamy, deep, rich, warm and hypnotic. In fact, this tantalizing fragrance is intoxicatingly addictive, soothing and scrumptious. Once it wears down, its sillage lacks longevity, but instead it sits close to the skin and mellows so as not to impose itself on passersby. I absolutely love this fragrance, and its warmth is perfect for the Autumn. Purchase Again? I am contemplating it because this smells utterly delectable!

Charlotte Tilbury Rock 'n' Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Midnight Blue ($29.00 for 10g. from Charlotte Tilbury, Sephora, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, Beautylish, Selfridges, Cult Beauty and John Lewis): This wonderful formula is so creamy to the touch and easy to blend, and it glides across the skin without any tugging or pulling, and it deposits color evenly and effortlessly. It allows you to create a very clean crisp line, but gives you enough time before setting to make a smoky smudged line as well. Once it does set, it is completely budge-proof, and lasts on me all day long, and without a primer. I do not experience any transfer, smudging or fading, but I do not have very oily eyelids, and your wear-time may vary if you do.

I found myself mesmerized by the beauty of Charlotte Tilbury Rock 'N' Kohl Eyeliner Pencil in Midnight Blue– which struck me as the perfect deep purplish blue, and I fell madly in love with it from the first moment that I saw it in person. This shade can be built up for greater pigmentation and saturation, but it can also be worn more sparingly, and therefore less intensely. Purchase Again? Absolutely, because this color is spectacular!

Overall Assessment: I am happy with what I finished in September, and there were no duds to report. What did you use up, toss out, return or give away in September?

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Empties Galore in June 2023

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I managed to finish up 9 products in June, and I am happy to say that I thoroughly enjoyed using all of these products. There isn't a disappointing product in the bunch, and I would happily use all of them again!

Spongellé Men's Bold Buffer ($22.00 for 3.5 oz. from Spongellé): Spongellé makes brilliant body wash-infused sponges effectively and gently clean and exfoliate the skin, and they also leave the it deliciously baby soft, smooth, supple and moisturized. They really excel in their ability to clean and exfoliate the skin while delighting the senses with their delightful aromas. This scent is described as a luxurious blend of  "mango, shea, cocoa butters, and extracts powered by the three C’s (cypress, comfrey, and cucumber) for a truly elevated bathing experience." Purchase Again? I would definitely get this one again!

Rituals Zensation Organic Rice Milk & Cherry Blossom Foaming Shower Gel (I am not sure if they still make this scent, or if they changed the name): 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? This was my last bottle of their marvelous foaming shower gels, and I definitely plan to buy more!

Trader Joe's Lavender Chamomile Hand Soap ($3.99 for 17 oz. from Trader Joe's):

This hand soap is one of my all-time favorites, and it is so affordable! It produces a very  satisfying lather, and yet it neither strips, nor dries out the hands. It doesn't overpower with the potential pungency of lavender because it is tempered by the chamomile, and the aroma doesn't linger on the hands after rinsing. Hands are left soft, nourished and lightly hydrated. Purchase Again? Without question, and I will buy several of them the next time I go to Trader Joe's.

Spongellé Bulgarian Rose Hand & Body Wash ($24.00 each for 11 oz. from Spongellé): Their hand & body washes are truly extraordinary additions to Spongellé's collection, and the Bulgarian Rose is an absolute showstopper. It is a sophisticated blend of the following notes: Top: Orange, Clove, Strawberry. Middle: Rose, White Flowers, Jasmine. Base: Woody, Sandalwood, Ambery. Spongellé, a Los Angeles based company, creates beautiful products that delight the senses and the skin, and they make wonderful gifts. Purchase Again? Most definitely!

Philip B. Oud Royal Forever Shine Shampoo ($88.00 for 7.4 oz. from Nordstrom, Space NK): This shampoo is utterly unbelievable! This ultra-nourishing shampoo features time-released botanical moisturizers that make hair soft, supple, hydrated and give it a praiseworthy glossy shine. Oud Royal Forever Shine Shampoo is able to give my naturally curly hair unprecedented shine, and those among you with curly tresses know the extent to which it is difficult achieve shiny curly hair, but this miracle formula really delivers serious shine. Purchase Again? I am currently using another one of their shampoos, and won't need to purchase another for a long time, but this is definitely worth the splurge at some point in the future.

KMS Moistrepair Revival Creme ($23.00 for 4.2 oz. from KMS Hair, Amazon and Walmart): This is like a big sip of moisture for the hair, and it is very impressive the extent to which it restores moisture and manageability to hair, and it also effectively controls frizz. Purchase Again? I have too many bottles of conditioner to use before I need to buy another, but I will definitely consider this again in the future.

Erno Laszlo Phelityl Night Cream ($146.00 for 1.7 oz. from Erno Laszlo, Nordstrom, SkinStore, Amazon): This cream, which is pH-balancing, is formulated to repair, strengthen and hydrate your skin while you sleep. It is very thick, but miraculously lightweight, fast-absorbing and non-greasy. It quickly melts into the skin, leaves behind no residue whatsoever, and deeply moisturizes. When I wake up my skin is so soft, supple, moisturized and luminous. Additionally, it softens the appearance of fine lines and makes my skin look incredible. It can also be used during the day, but it contains no sunscreen, and therefore you need to use a separate sunscreen if you use this during the day. It has a very light and pleasant aroma that quickly dissipates, and it can be used for all types of skin. It is perfect for my normal/combination skin, but I think that people with dry skin might prefer a richer cream at night. Purchase Again? I already opened another jar. 

100% Pure Apple Enzyme Exfoliating Cleanser ($32.00 for 4oz. from 100% Pure): This exfoliating cleanser features 7% fruit acids that effectively exfoliate dead skin cells by accelerating skin cell turnover to reveal a clean, clear and even complexion. I am struck by its efficacy as an exfoliator, but also by the fact that my skin isn't left taut and dry after use. Instead, my skin is left soft, smooth and luminous. This cleanser has a wonderful green apple scent that is very refreshing and pleasant. Purchase Again? I won't need another cleanser for quite a while, but I would definitely use this one again.

Crystal Essence Mineral Deodorant Roll-On (Bundle of three for $15.00 from Amazon in a bundle of $6.79 for 2.25 oz. from The Crystal and Walgreens, Walmart): Their deodorants are available in a delightful array of scents, and this unscented variety. These natural roll-on deodorants offer me all-day protection and they neither stain clothing, nor do they irritate my sensitive skin. They are not antiperspirants, and therefore will not prevent sweating. Purchase Again? Unquestionably!

Overall Assessment: I am very pleased to have finished up this many open containers in June, and really enjoyed all of these products. While I have no need to replace any of them at this moment, I would happily use all of these products again. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return to sender in June? Do you have any great products to report? Any duds to avoid?

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March 2023 Empties for the Face, Body and Hair

 

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I somehow managed to use up 9 full-size products in the month of March, and I am a bit surprised that I finished up 3 face creams. There wasn't a lot left in any of them, but it was so cold this month that I definitely used more moisturizers than usual. Here is what I finished in March:

Erno Laszlo Phormula 3-9 Repair Cream ($295.00 for 1.7 oz. from Erno Laszlo): is a rich and healing face cream loaded with Niacinamide and Panthenol to keep skin unbelievably hydrated. It is rich and emollient, and yet fast absorbing. I find that this luxurious cream is quite concentrated, and therefore I only require a tiny amount for my balanced/combination skin. I use it in morning and/or evening, and it leaves my skin silky-smooth, ultra-soft and it plumps fine lines. It is very calming and healing, and when my skin is irritated it quickly reduces the redness and irritation. I also love using this after exfoliation or an at-home peel, and it really works wonders. It has a faint, and nondescript, aroma that fades very quickly. My skin looks and feels incredible when I use this cream, and it is my favorite of the Erno Laszlo creams. I reach for it often, and savor massaging it into my face, neck and décolleté. This is a very expensive cream, and thankfully I bought it during a generous sale, but for me it is worth every cent because of its level of efficacy. Purchase Again? I loved this cream so much, and in fact it is my favorite Erno Laszlo cream, but I have too many open creams at the moment to make this considerable splurge.

100% Pure Coffee Bean Face Cream ($25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is a lightweight, and yet remarkably emollient and fast-absorbing, face cream that deeply nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Skin is left unbelievably soft, silky-smooth and luminous, and the delightful aroma is a treat to the senses without being long-lasting or overpowering. Purchase Again? Maybe at some point, but as I said above, I have too many open face creams to buy any at this point.

100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Moisturizer ($25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is a lightweight, and yet very emollient, moisturizer that immediately melts into the skin and leaves behind no residue, whatsoever. Its aroma is informed by the watermelon and cucumber waters, but the lovely aroma immediately dissipates. Skin is left lusciously hydrated, soft, smooth and plumped. Purchase Again? I won't be buying any face creams for quite a while, but I really enjoyed using this one.

Rituals T'ai Chi Foaming Shower Gel (Scent discontinued): I fell in love with this innovative shower gel formula from the very first moment that I used it. As I have said before, it's an extraordinary take on the ordinary, and for me it makes my bathing experience anything but mundane. The unique gel to foam technology not only makes it immensely fun to use, but it exceeds my every expectation of what a body cleansing gel should do. It cleans beautifully, smells glorious, and leaves the skin lusciously hydrated and soft. Furthermore, the rich dense foamy texture lends itself to being one seriously amazing shaving cream that cleanses, softens, and gives a seriously close shave. My legs have been transformed into the most soft and silky skin imaginable, and this gorgeous product has quickly given the boot to all of my other shaving creams! Purchase Again? I have a couple of other scents from Rituals, and I just opened another one!

Spongellé Hand and Body Washes ($22.00 each for 11 oz. from Spongellé): are extraordinary additions to Spongellé's collection. Spongellé, a Los Angeles based company, creates beautiful products that delight the senses and the skin, and they make wonderful gifts.

There are 8 beautiful scents, of which I have three, and they are truly dreamy. Bulgarian Rose, Sugar Dahlia and Freesia Pear are absolutely gorgeous scents and they clean the skin without any stripping or drying. In fact, these beautifully aromatic Hand and Body Washes leave skin soft, smooth and hydrated. Purchase Again? In a heartbeat!

Spongellé Let's Celebrate Butterfly Holiday Gift Set (on Sale for $12.00 for a set of 2 from Spongellé): This delectable Hope Orange Blossom Body Wash Infused Buffer has the wonderful aroma of orange blossom, cinnamon, clove and rich amber. I absolutely love everything about the smell and its ability to thoroughly clean and exfoliate the skin. Purchase Again? I think that I might buy another set because they are on sale!

L'Occitane Shea Butter Dry Skin Hand Cream: L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream is a cult-classic for good reason– it is really is utterly extraordinary! This ultra-rich creamy balm deeply moisturizes skin leaving even the most parched skin silky. soft and smooth. Over the years I have gone through countless tubes of this fantastic cream, and I love that it is rich without leaving behind an oily residue. This is a definite must-have for the colder months of the year. Purchase Again? Yes! ($30.00 for 5.1 oz. from L'Occitane, Nordstrom, Amazon, Sephora and Ulta)

shu uemura muroto volume lightweight care conditioner ($62.00 for 8oz. from shu uemura art of hair and Sephora): This is a wonderfully lightweight and ultra-emollient conditioner that really hydrates my dry and fine curly hair. It rinses clean, fights frizz, hydrates hair and leaves it shiny with the right amount of volume. It has a light and pleasant aroma, but it isn't long lasting. Purchase Again? Yes, but when I need a splurge-worthy conditioner!

Crystal Essence Mineral Deodorant Roll On ($4.99-$5.29 for 2.25 oz. from The Crystal and Walgreens, Walmart): Available in a delightful array of scents, and an unscented variety, these natural roll-on deodorants offer me all-day protection and they neither stain clothing, nor do they irritate my sensitive skin. I am particularly fond of the Vanilla Jasmine scent! They are not antiperspirants, and therefore will not prevent sweating. Purchase Again? I just opened another scent!

Overall Assessment: I am pleased that I finished up 9 products before they went bad! Nothing bothers me more than having to throw products away because I didn't use them before they spoiled. What did you use up, toss out, return or give away in March. Any great, or awful, products to report?

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100% Pure Apple Enzyme Exfoliating Cleanser and 100% Pure Apple Enzyme Resurfacing Serum

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The more products that I try from 100% Pure, the more I am enamored of this brand! Their products are effective, they do what they claim and they feature safe ingredients. I love to exfoliate, and the 100% Pure Apple Enzyme Exfoliating Cleanser and 100% Pure Apple Enzyme Resurfacing Serum are my latest loves from their skincare products.

100% Pure Apple Enzyme Exfoliating Cleanser ($32.00 for 4oz. from 100% Pure): This exfoliating cleanser features 7% fruit acids that effectively exfoliate dead skin cells by accelerating skin cell turnover to reveal a clean, clear and even complexion. I am struck by its efficacy as an exfoliator, but also by the fact that my skin isn't left taut and dry after use. Instead, my skin is left soft, smooth and luminous. This cleanser has a wonderful green apple scent that is very refreshing and pleasant.

According to 100% Pure,

Reveal glowing skin with our exfoliating cleanser made with green apple, licorice, citrus and 7% acids. These powerful fruits work in harmony to unclog and minimize pores, even skin tone and brighten leaving you with super soft to the touch skin. Exfoliating cleanser made with glow enhancing green apple, licorice, citrus and 7% acids. 

Sugar Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Beet Lactic Acid and Enzymes from Pineapple and Papaya work together for 3 main functions: 

1) Unclog and reduce the appearance of pores. 

2) Brighten and even skin tone, lighten scars and dark spots. 

3) Smooth away bumps and flakes for super soft skin.

Directions: Use a quarter sized amount and massage onto wet skin for at least 1 minute (water is necessary to activate foam). Rinse off and follow with your normal skincare routine. Can be used daily or alternated to lessen the exfoliating effects.

Ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside (Plant Based Surfactant), Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Lactic Acid (From Beets), Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract and Flavor, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Bromelain (Pineapple Enzyme), Papain (Papaya Enzyme), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Organic Rosa Damascena Distillate (Rose Hydrosol), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil.

100% Pure Apple Enzyme Resurfacing Serum (Currently on sale for $25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is a powerful exfoliating serum that boasts 10% fruit acids. It is intended to exfoliate dead skin cells, lighten hyperpigmentation and scars, even skin tone and smooth bumpy skin. It also refines the appearance of enlarged pores, and leaves skin looking fresh and rejuvenated. I did not find it irritating for my skin, but it is always a good idea to spot test before using products that are serious exfoliants. Like the cleanser, this serum has the wonderfully refreshing aroma of green apples, but it is not long-lasting. It is very important to use a high SPF sunscreen and reapply it as directed whenever you use exfoliating products.

According to 100% Pure,

Re-Surfacing. Regenerative serum made with skin brightening licorice, kojic acid from sake (fermented rice), sugar alpha hydroxy acid, beet lactic acid and fruit enzymes from pineapple, green apple, citrus and papaya

Regenerative serum made with skin brightening licorice, kojic acid from sake (fermented rice), sugar alpha hydroxy acid, beet lactic acid and fruit enzymes from pineapple, green apple, citrus and papaya. 

10% of these glow enhancing actives work together for 3 main functions: 

1) Brighten and even skin tone, lighten scars and dark spots. 

2) Expedite cellular turnover to smooth away bumps and flakes for super soft, smooth skin.

3) Minimize the appearance of pores.

Directions: Apply a nickel sized amount onto cleansed skin in the evening before other serums or moisturizers. Can be used daily or alternated to lessen the exfoliating effects. Use SPF the next day.

Ingredients: Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Lactic Acid (From Beets), Vegetable Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Kojic Acid (From Sake/Fermented Rice), Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Bromelain (Pineapple Enzyme), Papain (Papaya Enzyme), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil, Amorphophallus Konjac Root, Dehydroacetic Acid (Naturally Occuring in Solandra Flowers), Benzyl Alcohol (Naturally Occuring in Plants).

Overall Assessment: The more products that I try from 100% Pure, the more this becomes one of my go-to brands. If you haven't tried this brand yet, I encourage you to take a look at their offerings. This is a worthwhile brand.

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100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Collection

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I am so delighted by 100% Pure's effective, no-frills cruelty-free products, and I am especially taken by the efficacy of the Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Collection. This collection consists of 3 products: 100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Serum, 100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Moisturizer and 100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Facial Mist, and they do a remarkable job deeply hydrating the skin. These products are formulated to offer long-lasting hydration, and the watermelon and cucumber waters coupled with the hyaluronic acid deliver sustained hydration all day long.

100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Serum (Currently on Sale for $25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This lightweight serum-gel melts into the skin immediately and effectively locks in hydration. It leaves behind no greasy residue and skin is left soft, smooth, supple and fine lines are plumped. It has a wonderful fresh aroma from the watermelon and cucumber waters, but it fades away immediately. 

According to 100% Pure,

Intense Hydration. Intensely hydrating hydrogel serum locks in watermelon hydrosol to revitalize dehydrated skin cells with skin plumping polyglumatic acid from fermented natto beans and moisture retaining hyaluronic acid.

A long-lasting serum that hydrates, plumps, rejuvenates, and smooths skin with watermelon and cucumber waters, hyaluronic acid (from sweet potatoes), and polyglutamic acids (from natto beans). This cruelty-free serum also helps to promote cell regeneration and reduce signs of aging. Includes moisturizing Irish Moss Extract, moisture locking Hyaluronic Acid, plus antioxidant olive squalene to provide long lasting hydration without a greasy feel.

Directions: Apply to damp, freshly cleansed skin. Gently press into skin; allow to fully absorb. Can be used AM and PM.

Ingredients: Organic Citrullus Vulgaris Distillate (Watermelon Hydrosol), Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Vegetable Glycerin, Organic Cucumis Sativus Distillate (Cucumber Hydrosol), Polyglutamic Acid (From Natto Beans), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Beta-Glucan (From Oatmeal), Oryza (Rice) Ceramide, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Sodium PCA (Hydrating Amino Acid), Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss) Extract, Olive Squalane, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid (Naturally Occuring in Solandra Flowers), Benzyl Alcohol (Naturally Occuring in Plants).

100% Pure Watermelon + Cucumber Water Locking Moisturizer (Currently on Sale for $25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is a lightweight, and yet very emollient, moisturizer that immediately melts into the skin and leaves behind no residue, whatsoever. Its aroma is informed by the watermelon and cucumber waters, but the lovely aroma immediately dissipates. Skin is left lusciously hydrated, soft, smooth and plumped.

According to 100% Pure,

Intense Hydration. Hydrating moisturizer locks in watermelon hydrosol and polyglutamic acid to naturally restore skin elasticity, promote cell regeneration, and reduce signs of aging.

A long-lasting moisturizer that hydrates, plumps, rejuvenates, and smooths skin with watermelon and cucumber waters, hyaluronic acid (from sweet potatoes), and polyglutamic acids (from natto beans). This cruelty-free serum also helps to promote cell regeneration and reduce signs of aging. Includes moisturizing Irish Moss Extract, moisture locking Hyaluronic Acid, plus antioxidant olive squalene to provide long lasting hydration without a greasy feel.

Directions: After cleanser and serum, apply quarter sized amount to face and neck. Gently massage and press into skin, taking care not to pull or tug. Can be used AM and PM.

Ingredients: Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic Citrullus Vulgaris Distillate (Watermelon Hydrosol), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Organic Cucumis Sativus Distillate (Cucumber Hydrosol), Vegetable Glycerin, Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear) Seed Oil, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Extract, Polyglutamic Acid (From Natto Beans), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Oryza (Rice) Ceramide, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss) Extract, Beta-Glucan (From Oatmeal), Trehalose (From Seaweed), Olive Squalane, Lycium Barbarum (Goji) Fruit Extract, Ectoin (Skin Protective Amino Acid), Pullulan (Polysaccharide), Sodium PCA (Hydrating Amino Acid), Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide), Lauryl Glucoside (From Plants), Myristyl Glucoside (From Coconuts), Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate (From Plants), Caprylhydroxamic Acid (Coconut Derived), Glyceryl Caprylate (From Plants), Sodium Bicarbonate (To Balance pH).

100% Pure Watermelon Cucumber Water Locking Facial Mist (Currently on Sale for $25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure): This is an ultra-hydrating mist that refreshes, plumps and leaves skin luminous. Like the serum and moisturizer, this facial mist also has a wonderful watermelon and cucumber aroma, but it fades away quickly.

According to 100% Pure,

Intense Hydration. Ultra hydrating water mist naturally reinvigorates dehydrated skin cells and reduces signs of aging by locking in cactus juice, watermelon hydrosol, and hyaluronic acid.

An intensely hydrating mist that plumps, rejuvenates, and smooths skin with watermelon and cucumber waters, hyaluronic acid (from sweet potatoes), and polyglutamic acids (from natto beans). This cruelty-free mist also helps to promote cell regeneration and reduce signs of aging. Includes moisturizing Irish Moss Extract, moisture locking Hyaluronic Acid, plus antioxidant olive squalene to provide long lasting hydration without a greasy feel.

Directions: Mist on face overnight, onto freshly cleansed skin in the morning, or throughout the day for a boost of hydration.

Ingredients: Organic Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon Hydrosol) Distillate, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic Cucumis Sativus Distillate (Cucumber Hydrosol) Distillate, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Polyglutamic Acid (From Natto Beans), Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Nopal Cactus) Extract, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Chondrus Crispus (Irish Moss) Extract, Sodium PCA (Hydrating Amino Acid), Lycium Barbarum (Goji Berry) Fruit Extract, Olive Squalane, Vegetable Glycerin, Citrullus Vulgaris (Watermelon) Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid (Naturally Occuring in Solandra Flowers).

Overall Assessment: This is such a wonderful collection for dehydrated skin this season! A+

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100% Pure Coffee Bean Face Cream Review

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100% Pure Coffee Bean Face Cream is my latest discovery from this wonderful 100% cruelty-free brand, and it is such a delight to use! This is a lightweight, and yet remarkably emollient and fast-absorbing, face cream that deeply nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Skin is left unbelievably soft, silky-smooth and luminous, and the delightful aroma is a treat to the senses without being long-lasting or overpowering.

According to 100% Pure,

Protects from and repairs UV damage. Cult favorite, our best selling Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream now in a face moisturizer version to restore sun damage, brighten and give your complexion an immediate healthy, vibrant glow!

With the popularity of our famous 100% Pure Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream, our devoted fans demanded a facial moisturizer version! Rather than correcting dark circles and de-puffing like the eye cream, the benefits of caffeine for your skin are: 1) Tightening 2) Brightening ~ rather than lightening and suppressing tyrosinase/melanin, the brightening occurs from increased circulation (in the same way your skin would 'brighten' and glow from physical activity) and 3) Caffeine restores the appearance of sun damaged skin while protecting.

Directions: Use every morning, including on neck, decollete and other areas frequently sun exposed or that need firming. Can be used in the PM but we recommend AM use due to the caffeine content.

Ingredients: Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Organic Rosa Damascena (Rose) Hydrosol, Sodium PCA, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Extract, Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), Ilex Paraguariensis (Yerba Mate) Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Niacinamide, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Oil, Oryza (Rice) Ceramide, Organic Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Ubiquinone (CoQ10), Olive Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Beta Glucan, Caffeine, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid (Coconut Derived), Glyceryl Caprylate (Plant Derived), Lauryl Glucoside (Plant Derived), Myristyl Glucoside (Plant Derived) , Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide).

Overall Assessment: It smells divine and feels amazing, and it really is a very effective moisturizer.

$25.00 for 1.7 oz. from 100% Pure (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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100% Pure Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream Review

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If you are prone to dark circles and puffiness, then you might be seeking an eye cream that helps address these pesky issues. 100% Pure Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream brightens dark circles, reduces puffiness and leaves skin soft, smooth, supple and luminous. The antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory and potent vitamin enriched formula protects and nourishes the delicate area around the eyes, and the caffeine eliminates puffiness. The cream is mid-weight, emollient and it melts into the skin without leaving a greasy residue. It is concentrated, and therefore only a tiny bit is needed. I recommend warming it between your fingers and then gently patting it into the skin. It has a heavenly warm and creamy aroma that is utterly delectable, but it is neither cloying nor long-lasting, and it doesn't bother my sensitive eyes.

100% Pure is a cruelty-free company. According to the company, "100% PURE™ isn’t just our name. Or just our ingredient list. 100% PURE™ is a commitment to producing the purest, healthiest products and educating everyone on why being 100% PURE™ is so important. We strive to live with compassion, kindness and empathy; to be environmentally sustainable and to improve the lives of 6 billion people and animals while also being charitable and giving back to our global community. Our conscious business practices are designed to make a lasting positive impact on local and global communities, and we are committed to evolving in support of a more sustainable future."

According to 100% Pure,

De-puffs, boosts circulation, and brightens dark circles with caffeine from coffee and green tea. Anti-aging vitamins and rosehip promote a youthful eye area. Anti-inflammatory, caffeine rich green tea and coffee de-puff while increasing circulation to brighten dark circles. Concentrated with potent anti-aging vitamins and antioxidants to awaken the eye area, and nourishing rosehip oil for softer, more youthful skin.

Directions: Apply dime sized amount to ring fingers. Gently apply to eye area, including upper and lower lids, taking care not to tug or pull. Can be used AM and PM.

Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Leaf Juice*, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water (Rose Hydrosol), Rosa Canina Seed Oil (Rosehip Oil), Coffea Arabica (Green Coffee) Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sodium Ascorbate (Vitamin C), Extracts of Coffea Arabica (Coffee Cherry) Seed, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf, Origanum Vulgare (Oregano) Leaf, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla Absolute) Fruit, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera (Candelilla Wax)* *Certified Organic

Overall Assessment: I absolutely love this eye cream, and I can't wait to share more of 100% Pure's incredible products with you! A+

$16.00 for 0.3 oz. and $29.00 for 1 oz. from 100% Pure (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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