Natú Botanicals Revitalizing Cacao Face Mask and Bamboo Face Mask Accessory Kit Review

 

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Natú Botanicals is a natural brand that I just discovered, and that is worthy of your attention. They make cruelty-free products, and their commitment to sustainability and healthy ingredients made me particularly interested in trying their products.

A note from Natú Botanicals founder, Carmen Borja:

My name is Carmen Borja, founder of Natú Botanicals. I would like to share a bit of my story and how Natú was born.

Many things changed when I became a mom in 2003. I learned that everything you put on your skin enters the body just as if you were eating it. This new facet of my life led me to seek a more natural and thoughtful lifestyle for greater well being.

I began to deeply value the work of those who cultivate our land. I marvel at the wisdom of ancestral knowledge from our indigenous people, and we cherish the traditional recipes. Thus, I discovered a new, wiser, simpler, healthier and more natural lifestyle.

For many years, my family experienced a fun and enriching learning process. We became acquainted with medicinal herbs and benefits of natural ingredients, discovering alternative ways to take care of ourselves. This led to the development of our formulas using only ingredients found in our kitchen.

In 2015, we realized we were ready to share our story and to educate a more conscious and natural lifestyle through the products we developed. This is how Natú was born.We are motivated that our purpose provides well-being and health awareness to many families. In this way, we acquire more respectful lifestyle habits connecting with nature, promoting local development, and supporting communities.

Natú Botanicals Revitalizing Cacao Face Mask ($14.99 for 3.5 oz. from Natú Botanicals and Amazon): This wonderful face mask is hydrating and antioxidant-rich. This cruelty-free mask, with only a few ingredients, has the delectable smell of chocolate and it is such a treat to use. Use simply mix about a teaspoon of powder with enough water so that it forms a paste, and then you apply it directly to the skin. Allow the paste to dry, and then thoroughly rinse the skin. It leaves my skin luminous, calmed, soothed, hydrated, and it leaves me with a sense of wellbeing. It is suitable for all types of skin. 

According to Natú Botanicals,

Indulge your skin with the rich, nourishing care of Natu Botanicals Revitalizing Cacao Face Mask. Crafted with a blend of nature’s most soothing botanicals and antioxidant-rich cacao powder, this luxurious face mask helps replenish moisture for a healthy-looking glow while enveloping your senses in an indulgent, spa-like chocolate scent.

Our Revitalizing Cacao Face Mask works gently yet effectively to hydrate, calm, and protect your skin from environmental stressors. Perfect for all skin types — even sensitive skin — this moisturizing face mask leaves your complexion feeling soft, refreshed, and beautifully radiant.

This hydrating face mask is your new go-to for a spa-quality experience at home. The powerful combination of botanicals and cacao powder not only nourishes and hydrates but also surrounds you with an irresistible chocolate aroma, making skincare feel truly indulgent.

Directions: Mix a teaspoon of powder with a teaspoon of water in a bowl until it forms a smooth paste. Apply evenly to your clean face and leave on until it dries. Rinse with warm water. For best results, use 2 – 3 times a week.

Ingredients: Tapioca Starch (Almidón de Tapioca), Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder (Cacao), Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Powder (Rosemary/Romero), Chamomilla Vulgaris Flower (Chamomilla/Manzanilla), Pyrus Malus Fruit Water (Apple Vinegar/Vinagre de Manzana).

Natú Botanicals Bamboo Face Mask Accessory Kit ($14.99 from Natú Botanicals and Amazon): While one could very easily use a small bowl glass bowl from the kitchen to mix up this face mask, it is just so much more satisfying to the ritual of masking to have a dedicated bamboo set for mixing masks. This bamboo set is beautifully made and a pleasure to use.

The set includes:

• A lightweight bamboo mixing bowl
• A natural bamboo spoon for scooping and blending
• A soft-bristle fan brush for even, gentle application
• A cotton carrying pouch for easy travel and storage

According to Natú Botanicals, 

Elevate your masking ritual with this beautifully crafted Bamboo Face Mask Accessory Kit. Designed to pair seamlessly with Natu Botanicals’ Purifying Clay and Revitalizing Cacao Face Masks, this eco-friendly set includes everything you need for a smooth, mess-free application—at home or on the go.

Directions: Scoop your dry mask powder into the bamboo bowl, mix with water or toner using the spoon, then apply evenly with the brush. Rinse and dry each piece after use. Store in the cotton pouch between rituals.

Overall Assessment: I love masking, and find the ritual not just great for my skin, but also a calming and grounding way to take care of myself. This is a lovely mask, and the face mask accessories kit really elevates the whole experience.

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NATUROPATHICA Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask Review

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NATUROPATHICA Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask is a facial mask that cooling, calming and deeply hydrating. It works wonders on irritated and sensitive skin, and it calms down while nourishing and hydrating even the most irritated and red skin. My skin can be sensitive at times, and this is a perfect pick for those times, but it is also a miraculously soothing mask after I exfoliate my skin. It has a light herbal aroma, but it is neither long-lasting, nor in the least bit imposing. When I use this mask my skin is left soft, smooth, supple, deeply hydrated and luminous. 

According to Naturopathica,

This cooling gel mask helps tame redness and calm sensitive skin, with Aloe Vera to hydrate the complexion and give a “bouncy,” healthy-looking finish. 

Directions: Apply a thick layer of Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask to freshly cleansed skin. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and then remove with a soft, damp washcloth. Follow with your preferred Naturopathica serum and moisturizer.

For overnight repair: After cleansing, apply a thin layer of Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask in place of your nighttime serum. Allow 5-10 minutes for the mask to absorb into your skin and follow with your preferred moisturizer before going to bed. Wake up with refreshed and revitalized skin!

For an at-home spa experience with enhanced product benefits: Using a kettle or teapot, heat 1-2 cups of water until it’s almost boiled. Pour the steaming water into a large bowl. Apply a thin layer of Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask to freshly cleansed skin, then place your face over the bowl, and steam for up to 5 minutes. (You can even place a towel over your head to trap the steam.) Remove the mask with a soft, damp washcloth. Follow with your preferred Naturopathica serum and moisturizer.

For Maximum Holistic Results: For a DIY Facial Ritual: After cleansing, use your favorite Naturopathica enzyme peel or 10% Glycolic Acid + Aloe Vera Resurfacing Peel Pads to exfoliate your complexion and clear away dead skin cells. Next, apply a thick layer of Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask. Leave on for 10-15 minutes and then remove with a soft, damp washcloth. Follow with your preferred Naturopathica serum and moisturizer.

For deeper moisturization: Blend a nickel size amount of White Tea Antioxidant Mask with a nickel size amount of Aloe Vera Replenishing Gel Mask and apply to freshly cleansed skin. Wait 10-15 minutes, then remove with a soft, damp washcloth. Follow with your preferred Naturopathica serum and moisturizer.

Select Ingredients:

Aloe Vera: Strong but sensitive, this plant calms redness and deeply hydrates.

Prickly Pear Extract: The most common wild cactus in America, Prickly Pear is a succulent that's loaded with antioxidants and hydration to help protect skin from pollution.

Gotu Kola: Sometimes called tiger grass, this ancient multi-tasking herb is known for its reparative and soothing properties

Full Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract, Sclerotium Gum, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Seed Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Communis (Pear) Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate, Diglycerin, Pinus Pinaster Bark/Bud Extract.

Overall Assessment: This is such a wonderful hydrating mask, and it is perfect for the summer season.

$68.00 for 1.69 oz. from NATUROPATHICA, Amazon and Dermstore (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Derm Institute Anti-Oxidant Hydration Gel Masque Review

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Derm Institute Anti-Oxidant Hydration Gel Masque is an easy to use hydrating gel mask that is gentle, non-irritating and it feels wonderful on the skin. This antioxidant-rich mask is formulated to calm irritated skin, offer it serious hydration and help it retain moisture. Furthermore, it does an enviable job softening and smoothing the skin, and it leaves it supple, plumping fine lines and leaving skin luminous. I tried it after I used a slightly abrasive exfoliant, and this really calmed my skin down and left it very comfortable and soothed. The box, which contains 20 masks, has a clever cut-out that allows you to easily dispense one packet at a time (see picture below).

According to Derm Institute,

The ultra gentle, hydrating and calming gel masque, provides intensive hydration and retains moisture. Helps alleviate temporary discomfort of redness and sensitive complexion. Protects skin cells. Contains exclusive advanced Moisture Complex, and soothing ingredients to instantly calm and hydrate sensitive and dehydrated skins while retaining moisture. With pure gold technology, effectively delivers active ingredients into deeper skin layers as well as makes skin appear more supple and plump.

Benefits:

● Soothes and softens skin

● Helps reduce redness and temporary discomfort

● Provides intense hydration and retains moisture

● Formulated for all skin types.

Directions: Cleanse your face and apply a generous coat of this mask. Allow the mask to remain on your face for approximately five minutes and gently massage onto your face, no rinsing required.

Ingredients: Demineralized Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Mentha piperita Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Algae Extract, Lecithin, Oleic Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Saccharide Isomerate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Glutamylamidoethyl Indole, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Coriolus Versicolor Extract, Alpinia Galanga Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Extract, Isononyl Isononanoate, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Tilia Cordata Flower Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Althea Officinalis Root Extract, Bisabolol, Panthenol, Poria Cocos Extract, Algin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Serine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ergothioneine, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Bacopa Monniera Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Mirabilis Jalapa Extract, Pseudozyma Tsukubaensis, Olive Oil, Soy Protein Ferment, Resveratrol, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-17, Menthyl Lactate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Acetyl Tyrosine, Proline, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Adenosine Triphosphate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polydecene, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6 II, Ceramide 1, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Acetyl Heptapeptide, Colloidal Gold (Nano), Fragrance, Sodium Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glyceryl Linoleate, Retinyl Palmitate, Grape (Vitis Vinifera) Seed Extract.

Overall Assessment: My skin looks and feels so good when I use this mask, and what really convinced me about the efficacy of this mask was the way in which it soothed my irritated post-exfoliated skin. A very nice mask, indeed.

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SpaLife Skin Care for Men

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SpaLife makes some wonderful products for men that pamper the face, hands and feet! Here are three products worth trying!

SpaLife Skin Care for Men Hydrating & Nourishing Volcanic Ash Face Mask (19.99 for 10 masks): Pamper yourself with a hydrating, firming facial mask you can apply in the comfort of your own home. This treatment adds moisture to your skin, minimizing fine lines and delivering a complexion that is forever luminous. This facial treatment that can be applied warm or cool. Refrigerate the hydrating mask until ready to use for a cool application, or place the pack in tepid water for a warm facial spa treatment. Each treatment should only be used once and then discarded for sanitation purposes.

SpaLife Skin Care for Men Moisturizing & Repairing Glove Treatment ($9.99 for 3 pair): SpaLife's hand mask provides your hands with deep moisturizing skincare. Effectively repairs damaged nails after a hard days work. After washing your hands, place the mask on your hands for just 10-20 minutes. Whether you are at work or home, simply apply it and let it take care of your hands.

SpaLife Skin Care for Men Moisturizing & Repairing Balm Foot Sock Treatment ($14.00 for 3 pair): This slipper-style treatment can be applied warm or cool. Refrigerate the hydrating mask until ready to use for a cool application, or place the pack in tepid water for a warm spa treatment. Each treatment should only be used once and then discarded for sanitation purposes.

This energizing treatment is formulated to help soothe tired, achy feet, making your skin soft and restoring it to a healthy, vibrant appearance. You will notice visible results after one treatment! Simply open up the package and place on your feet for a luxurious and aromatic foot experience. Leave on at least 20 minutes for best results.

Overall Assessment: If you are looking for a refreshing way to pamper your face, hands and feet, then these three products are definitely worthy of your consideration!

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Whamisa Fresh Cactus Prickly Pear Mask Review

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Whamisa Fresh Cactus Prickly Pear Mask is a wonderful and nourishing antioxidant-rich face mask that deeply hydrates the skin effectively and efficiently. Simply apply the mask to freshly cleansed skin, leave it on for about 15 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. The result is immediate hydration and skin is left soft, plumped, luminous and soothed. The consistency is a lightweight refreshing gel, with a fresh aroma, that feels very uplifting and comfortable on the skin. It is gentle enough for sensitive skin, and it is a perfect choice for the cold weather when skin is prone to dehydration. Dull and dehydrated skin will definitely benefit from this mask, and it is a wonderful choice when skin needs a boost. Whamisa Fresh is a cruelty-free brand, and this mask is certified vegan.

About Whamisa Fresh,

Whamisa Fresh is a vegan, natural, and intuitive skincare line specializing in preserving the integrity of pure and high potency ingredients. We believe that less is more, which is why we avoid unnecessary filler ingredients, simplifying the state of effective and safe skincare formulation.

As a frontrunner in natural and minimal skincare, we aim to reshape existing formulation clichés through breakthroughs in cutting-edge innovation and sustainable technology. Each product brings out the intrinsic value of botanicals by using fewer ingredients, not more. The results are experienced in our formulas and textures.

According to Whamisa Fresh,

A freshly blended cactus and prickly pear fruit to instantly soothe, soften, and plump skin.  A power antioxidant green smoothie to feed your sensitive, dull, and tired-looking skin for soothed, radiant, and plumped skin! This natural and vegan wash-off mask features over 92% organic ingredients, such as organic prickly pear cactus stem extract and organic prickly pear cactus. 

The entire prickly pear cactus is freshly blended into this smoothie mask, loaded with antioxidant-rich vitamins, omega fatty acids. These antioxidant-rich vitamins are essential in keeping your skin in good health, maintaining your sensitive skin barrier's integrity. 

In combination with ferulic acid, this mask boosts other antioxidants' effects of improving the overall condition, such as reducing the look of fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin complexion. 

Eco-cert ingredients such as alpha-bisabolol and adenosine restore skin by improving visible signs of aging and soothing sensitive skin.

Directions: Apply a suitable amount on the face and gently massage. Leave for 10-15 minutes, then rinse. Use daily or as often as needed.

Overall Assessment: This is a wonderful and effective hydrating mask, and it is absolutely perfect for the season.

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Plantifique Superfood Marine Clay Face Mask Review

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Plantifique Superfood Marine Clay Face Mask is a wonderful antioxidant-rich clay mask that effectively removes impurities, but without drying and irritating the skin. It dries down, but isn't uncomfortable, and it doesn't tug at the skin. Simply wash your face and use a warm towel to soften pores, and then brush this mask on with its high quality bamboo brush. Leave the mask on for about 10-15 minutes, and then rinse off with lukewarm water, and follow with your serum and moisturizer. It removes excess sebum and debris from the skin, and leaves it soft, smooth, supple and hydrated.

This wonderful mask is made in Korea, and it is cruelty-free, vegan-friendly and formulated for skin that is dry, balanced and oily. Therefore, most types of skin can benefit from this effective mask.

According to Plantifique,

Pure Marine Clays combined with our powerful superfood mix, deliver age defying antioxidants, phytonutrients, essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. 

Plantifique's face and body mud mask has been formulated with a unique combination of 7 powerful superfoods: Avocado, Spinach, Blueberry, Spirulina, Tea Tree, Aloe Vera, Calendula.

Due to our natural ingredients our clay mask helps you fight acne, skin breakouts and detox your skin, without causing irritation or burns. In order to remove impurities and reduce the appearance of large pores, use it at least 2 times a week.

Unlike most beauty face masks, our clay mask detoxifies and purifies the skin, while leaving your face hydrated and perfectly moisturized, thanks to the Superfoods that it contains.

Directions:

• Step 1: Cleanse your face using a cleanser.
• Step 2: Open pores with a warm, moist towel.
• Step 3: Open the packaging and you will find our small bamboo brush.
• Step 4: Using our brush, apply a thin to medium layer on your face & neck.
• Step 5: Relax and let the superfood mask do its magic. Keep the mask on for a period of 10-15 minutes.
• Step 6: With lukewarm water, rinse off the mask with your hands. Follow with a hydrating serum and moisturizer.

Features:

• It’s formulated with a unique combination of 7 natural herbs and superfoods.
• Our herbal healing clay mask detoxifies skin, bringing impurities to the surface.
• It leaves your skin hydrated and perfectly moisturized. 
• It helps you fight acne, skin breakouts, peeling facial skin and redness.
• Dermatologically tested and confirmed for no irritation.

Overall Assessment: This is such a nice and effective mask, and my balanced-combination skin feels and looks fantastic after use. 

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Boxwalla April Beauty Box: The Radiant Charm of a Glasswing Butterfly Featuring Votary & Arcana Skincare

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Boxwalla's eco-luxe beauty boxes are an extraordinary value, and the products themselves are nothing short of spectacular. Their carefully curated cruelty-free green beauty boxes are a tremendous value, with steep discounts, and they feature truly covet-worthy luxurious, and sustainably crafted beauty products. 

The April Beauty Box ($49.95. Retail Value $205.00): Themed, The Radiant Charm of a Glasswing Butterfly, this Beauty Box features two extraordinary brands: Arcana and Votary, with products to renew, hydrate & strengthen skin! This is an extraordinary value for outstanding products. A Beauty Box for the luxury loving skincare nerd, this box lets you experience the most effective and exquisite beauty products that harness the potency of plant-based ingredients. 

Boxwalla sought to curate a beauty box that gently renews and restores the skin barrier without traumatizing or damaging it. 

Boxwalla posits, 

Arcana's gorgeous Glasswing Ceramide serum contains barrier supporting Ceramides, vegan Cholesterol & Phospholipids, that help repair and restore the skin barrier. And Votary's Radiance Reveal Mask combines gentle Lactic & Mandelic acids with soothing extracts & Sunflower seed Unsaponifiables that stimulate filaggrin production in the stratum corneum.

Each Box Contains (Retail Value: $205.00):

Votary's Radiance Reveal Mask - Lactic & Mandelic Acid (full size)

Arcana's Glasswing Immersive Ceramide Milk (full size)

Arcana's Nine Herbs Charm (15 ml)

- Bi-Monthly Delivery

- Free U.S. Shipping

- Effective Plant-based Ingredients

- Always Cruelty-Free

April Subscriptions are currently open and will close on April 20 (or when Boxwalla sells out, whichever happens first).

Votary Radiance Reveal Mask ($78.00 for 1.7 oz Retail value): I have collected quite a few of Votary's wonderful products, and this is unquestionably one of my very favorite brands. This wonderful exfoliating mask, which is composed of an effective paring of Mandelic Acid and Lactic Acid, removes dead skin cells to reveal smooth and luminous skin. Over time, it evens and fades hyperpigmentation and it immediately leaves skin soft, smooth, supple, beautifully radiant, and with a pronounced clarity. It has neither dried out my skin, nor caused it to flake and peel. It contains no fragrance and it such a pleasure to use.

According to Votary,

The Radiance Reveal Mask is a highly active resurfacing mask with a powerhouse duo of mandelic acid and lactic acid. Known for their ability to exfoliate skin evenly, these AHA acids work beautifully together to reveal your very best skin.

Because acid exfoliation can sensitise skin, this formulation is enhanced with a proven calming complex of natural plant extracts and is free from fragrance allergens. Radiance Reveal Mask helps improve texture, decongest pores, prevent breakouts, even out pigmentation, and reduce fine lines. It’s a multi-tasking, must-have hero.

This acid peel treatment helps to even out my pigmentation and smooth away fine lines. It reveals my best, baby-soft skin every time I use it. I love that the powerful acids in the Radiance Reveal Mask are supported with calming ingredients in a fragrance free, plant-based formulation.

Directions: Smooth into face and neck, taking care to avoid the eye area. Leave on for 5-15 minutes then remove with a damp face cloth. Use twice a week, or as needed. Some tingling may be experienced and is normal. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Ingredients: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol Lactic Acid, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil, Glycerin, Stearic Acid, Sucrose Stearate , Mandelic Acid, Octyldodecanol, SodiumHydroxide, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Cardiospermum, Halicacabum Flower/ Leaf/ Vine Extract, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Xylitol, Caprylic Acid , Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopherol.

Arcana Glasswing Immersive Ceramide Milk ($82.00 for 1 oz. Retail value): This is the first time that I have tried Arcana skincare products, and I am elated by the quality, efficacy and the joy I experience when I use their products. This delectable hydrating serum, which is used before their lovely face oil, has a light and milky appearance and a gel-like consistency that melts into the skin in the most satisfying way. It leaves behind no residue and immediately offers extraordinary hydration. Additionally, this glorious serum softens the appearance of fine lines, helps increase collagen synthesis, and it leaves skin soft and smooth. It has a wonderful light quasi fruity-floral aroma that is a treat to the senses.

According to Arcana,

A next-generation hydrating serum, Glasswing quickly replenishes parched skin and strengthens the lipid barrier without leaving any residue. Hyaluronic acid and Tremella mushroom jelly bind water to the skin’s surface while a 5% ceramide complex prevents moisture loss and restores the skin’s lipid barrier. Chicory root oligosaccharides create a firming effect and increase collagen synthesis. Cape Chamomile and Rock Rose essential oils help soothe redness and irritation.  Finally, micron-sized spheres of emollient plant oils act as a delivery system for this complex blend of botanical polysaccharides, ceramides, phospholipids, and essential oil terpenes for a sustained and incandescent glow.

Directions: Shake bottle well. Apply 1-2 pumps to the face and neck after cleansing and misting. For best results, follow with a face oil or balm to seal in hydration. To create a custom micro-emulsion, mix 1 pump of Glasswing with 2-3 drops face oil or balm. For all skin types.

Ingredients: Aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, Aqua (water), Sodium hyaluronate (Hyaluronic acid), Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) seed oil, Tremella fuciformis sporocarp (Snow mushroom) extract, Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower) oleosomes, Phospholipids, Ichorium intybus (Chicory) root oligosaccharides, Caesalpinia spinosa (Peruvian carob) gum, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol (vegan), Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Benzyl alcohol, Dehydroacetic acid, Eriocephalus punctulatus (Cape Chamomile) flower oil*, Cistus ladaniferus (Rock Rose) oil*, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Betaine, Sodium benzoate, Gluconolactone.  *organic. 

Arcana Nine Herbs Charm Clarifying Face Oil ($45.00 for 15ml. Retail value): That I am obsessed with luxury face oils is rather obvious at this point, and I have become quite picky about them over the years. I have a penchant for highly effective oils with gorgeous textures and a sublime tactile experience, and this emerald jewel satisfies all of my requirements. Based upon a medieval recipe to draw out poison and toxins, this brilliant oil is a treat to the skin and senses. It boasts anti-inflammatory properties that calm irritated skin, soften the appearance of scars and helps prevent breakouts. It has an intoxicating herbal aroma that is a wonderful treat to the senses. This pairs perfectly with Arcana Galsswing Immersive Ceramide Milk, and is a perfect way to treat the skin after using Votary's Radiance Reveal Mask. 

According to Arcana,

The Nine Herbs Charm is medieval recipe for drawing out poison and toxins, composed of nine herbs and an incantation to be performed while making the charm. Inspired by this herbal lore, we composed our serum for blemished and troubled skin with several of the herbs mentioned in this charm (Mugwort, Nettle, Plantain, Fennel, Chamomile) which are powerful anti-inflammatories. A blend of high-linoleic acid plant oils, composed specifically for acne-prone skin, helps banish pore-clogging sebum and soften scars. Essential oils with antibacterial and antiseptic properties kill bacteria and relieve irritation.

Perfect for: Acne-prone, red, irritated, inflammed, oily, or hormonal skin types. It is also wonderful as a very light face oil that does not clog pores.

Directions: Apply a pea-sized amount to the face and neck after cleansing and misting. Can be used morning or evening.

Ingredients: Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil*, Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil*, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil, Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil*, Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Extract*, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract*, Filipendula Ulmaria (Meadowsweet) Leaf/flower/stem Extract*, Galium Aparine (Cleavers) Extract*, Plantago Major (Plantain) Leaf Extract*, Verbena Offinalis (Vervain) Leaf Extract*, Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Oil*, Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Flower Oil*, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Urtica Dioica Leaf Oil, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Oil*, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil*, Foeniculum Vulgare (Sweet Fennel) Oil*, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil*, Linalol^, Geraniol^, Limonene^, Citral^. *organic ^natural component of essential oils. 

Boxwalla really did an extraordinary job with the concept of this brilliantly conceived trio, and the products not only surpassed my expectations, but together they are effective, efficient and ultra luxurious.

Overall Assessment: This is a thoughtfully and meaningfully curated box, and the products are luxurious and effective. Furthermore, this is a truly extraordinary value. A+

*THIS IS A SUBSCRIPTION* You will be charged immediately when you purchase. Automatic renewal occurs every two months until you cancel.

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Clayton Shagal Products to Avoid Dry and Dehydrated Skin in the Winter and Early Spring

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Cold weather really wreaks havoc on the skin, and it tends to dry it out and it also further irritates dry and dehydrated skin. Therefore, to treat red, dry and irritated skin, it is worth using high quality nourishing, hydrating and moisturizing skincare. Clayton Shagal suggests that we should exfoliate our skin and then deeply hydrate it, and that this will help the epidermis retain water and avoid drying out. Below you will find a wonderful selection of their face and body products to pamper the skin this season.

La Maison Clayton Shagal is a Canadian family business that has been making premium skincare products for both men and women since 1982.

Clayton Shagal Body Cream ($39.00 for 6.7 oz. from Clayton Shagal): This is a wonderful rich and nourishing body cream that is ultra-hydrating, fast absorbing, and it leaves skin soft smooth and supple. Furthermore, it leaves behind no greasy residue and it has no detectable aroma.

According to Clayton Shagal,

This long-time customer favourite provides superior hydration and leaves the body with a revitalizing sensation. Rich in vitamin E, our Body Cream provides suppleness and maintains the elasticity and tonicity of the skin, making it soft and smooth to the touch. 

Features:

• Calms and soothes dry, irritated and dehydrated skin
• Provides superior hydration and leaves the body with a revitalising sensation
• Provides suppleness and maintains elasticity and tonicity of the skin
• Strengthens the outermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) by creating a barrier that protects the skin against harmful environmental effects, free radicals, photoaging and oxidative stress
• Preserves and stabilizes the hydrolipidic film to retain water and moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration
• Smooths and softens the skin
• Does not leave a greasy film
• Without paraben and not fragranced 
• Formulated for all skin types. 

Key Ingredients: 

• Vitamin E – Antioxidant that protects the skin and reduces damage caused by free radicals 
• Cocoa Butter– Powerful natural antioxidant, rich in vitamins and minerals with moisturizing and softening properties
• Glycerin – Moisturizes and softens the skin

Clayton Shagal Hand Cream ($19.00 for 2.4 oz. from Clayton Shagal): This is an ultra-moisturizing cream, with anti-aging properties, that pampers and nourishes hands and feet alike. It is rich, and yet fast absorbing, and it leaves skin soft, smooth and supple. Additionally, it softens calloused skin and dry cuticles. It has no detectable aroma and it is such a treat for dry skin.

According to Clayton Shagal,

A must for the winter! Soothing and ultra-moisturizing, our Hand Cream soothes dry and dehydrated skin with its rich, fast-absorbing formula. It preserves and stabilizes the hydrolipidic film to retain water and moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration.

Features:

• Provides superior hydration
• Strengthens and prevents splitting nails
• Softens and shrinks cuticles
• Strengthens the outermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) by creating a barrier that protects the skin against harmful environmental effects, free radicals, photoaging and oxidative stress
• Preserves and stabilizes the hydrolipidic film to retain water and moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration
• Calms and soothes dry and dehydrated skin
• Makes skin soft
• Can also be used on feet
• Paraben-free
• Formulated for all skin types

Key Ingredient: Vitamin E – Antioxidant that protects the skin and reduces damage caused by free radicals.

Clayton Shagal Moisturizing Mask ($50.00 for 2.4 oz. from Clayton Shagal): This is a richly hydrating mask that mitigates the effects of cold, dry weather, and it leaves dry and dehydrated skin soft, smooth, supply and comfortable. This mask has a thick texture and it feels refreshing and comfortable on the skin. After leaving it on for 10-15 minutes, skin feels incredibly hydrated, smooth soft and comfortable. It should be noted that it has no detectable aroma, and therefore will not irritate people with sensitivities to fragrant skincare products.

According to Clayton Shagal,

With its rich texture leaving the skin soft and smooth, this mask leaves very dry skin or skin with moderate couperose feeling refreshed, while revitalizing your complexion for a younger appearance. The perfect combination of alanine, aspartic acid and fructose, promoting water retention and skin hydration.

Features:

• Gel-like texture, which leaves skin soft and smooth
• Regenerates, increases moisture levels and hydrates the skin
• Restores balance and suppleness to the skin
• Improves visible signs of premature aging and damage caused by UV rays
• Soothes and reduces skin irritation, inflammation and redness
• Leaves very dry skin or skin with moderate couperose feeling refreshed
• Revitalizes complexion for a younger appearance

Key Ingredients:

• Alanine – Amino acid that hydrates, smooths and softens skin
• Aspartic Acid – Amino acid naturally found in the skin that preserves moisture
• Fructose – Humectant that helps water retention and hydration in the skin

Directions: 1 to 3 times weekly, according to the recommendations of your skin care specialist. Cleanse skin, and apply Moisturizing Mask to your moist face, neck and eye contour. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Cleanse skin once more with your cleanser.

Clayton Shagal Hyaluronic Acid Serum ($95.00 for 1.01 oz. from Clayton Shagal): This ultra-concentrated serum is formulated with 100% pure hyaluronic acids that were selected for optimal skin hydration. This hardworking serum offers intensive hydration, and this highly effective HA serum plumps fine lines, smoothes the texture of the skin and leaves it soft and supple. It has no detectable aroma, and it sinks into the skin immediately.

According to Clayton Shagal,

Created using biotechnology (natural fermentation), Hyaluronic Acid Serum combines 3 different molecular weights for maximum efficiency:

Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid: Powerful moisturizer that penetrates all the way to the dermis increasing fibroblast production and moisturizing in depth.

Medium Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid : Regenerates and stimulates cells, restoring the lipid barrier and protecting the skin from free radicals and dehydration.

High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid: Powerful moisturizer that penetrates throughout the skin’s stratum corneum while retaining water and moisture.

Ultra-concentrated, intensive moisturizing serum for an immediate plumping, smoothing effect without injections.

Features:

• Intensive moisturizing skin care product design to prevent premature skin aging 
• and treat dehydrated skin
• Accelerates skin recovery
• Powerful anti-aging agent that significantly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Provides skin with a significant supply of hyaluronic acid
• Plumps the skin and provides a filling effect
• Provides a natural and glowing complexion
• Restores balance, suppleness and elasticity to the skin
• Regenerates and increases moisture levels and provide intense hydration to the skin
• Reduces the signs of premature skin aging and UV rays damage
• Strengthens the outermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) by creating a barrier that protects the skin against harmful environmental effects, free radicals, photoaging and oxidative stress
• Preserves and stabilizes the hydrolipidic film to retain water and moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration
• Stimulates regeneration, contributes to the skin’s cellular growth and hydrates the skin in-depth increasing fibroblast growth
• Preserves and stimulates the production of collagen
• Fortifies the structure of the skin to improve density
• Tones and revitalizes the skin
• Essential complement Clayton Shagal collagen and elastin products

Key Ingredients:

• Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid – Powerful moisturizer that penetrates all the way to the dermis increasing fibroblasts production. 
• Medium Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid – Regenerates and stimulates cells. It restores the lipid barrier and protects the skin from free radicals and dehydration.
• High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid – Powerful moisturizer that penetrates throughout the skin’s stratum corneum while retaining water and moisture.
• Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters – Natural emollient, remarkly similar to human body oils with anti aging, moisturizing and softening properties that normalizes activity in sebaceous glands.

Clayton Shagal Idratense Cream ($95.00 for 1.7 oz. from Clayton Shagal): This is a very rich, and yet fast absorbing cream that is emollient and velvety to the touch. It is formulated to effectively restore firmness and it delivers intense hydration to the skin. This anti-aging cream deep moisturizes the skin, and the hyaluronic acid retains hydration while plumping fine lines. This is a truly superb face cream that delivers real results and it leaves the skin soft, supply, lifted and visibly nourished. There is no detectable aroma, and therefore it shouldn't pose a problem for people with sensitivities to fragrant skincare products.

According to Clayton Shagal,

Idratense Cream is a powerful anti-aging moisturizer that firms and hydrates the skin optimally. It's also the #1 Clayton Shagal anti-aging moisturizer and the most recommended for mature skin.

Preventing premature skin aging, this cream tones and firms the epidermis, while restoring balance, suppleness and elasticity. Provides a face lifting effect, guaranteed!

Features:

• Strengthens the outermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) by creating a barrier that protects the skin against harmful environmental effects, free radicals, photoaging and oxidative stress.
• Preserves and stabilizes the hydrolipidic film to retain water and moisture in the skin and prevent dehydration.
• Regenerates, increase moisture levels and hydrates the skin.
• Prevents premature skin aging.
• Tightens and firms the skin.
• Restores balance, suppleness and elasticity to the skin.
• Preserves and stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.
• Provides a face lifting effect.
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Improves signs of premature skin aging and UV rays damage.
• Plumps, smoothes and revitalizes the skin.

Key Ingredients:

• Acetyl Dipeptide – Amino acid that stimulates the elastin synthesis, regenerates tissues and provides a lifting effect to the skin.
• Matrixyl 3000™ – Tetrapeptides with anti-wrinkle properties, firming and protective properties that stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid while plumping the skin.
• Hyaluronic Acid – Powerful moisturizer with anti-aging properties that restores the lipid barrier and protects the skin from free radicals, giving the skin suppleness and a plumping effect.
• Vitamin E – Antioxidant that protects the skin and reduces damage caused by free radicals.
• Hydrolyzed Corn Protein – Fortifies the lipid barrier and prevents dehydration.
• Artemia Extract – Cell regenerator and stimulator with anti-inflammatory action that protect the skin from oxidative stress and UV rays damage.
• Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters – Natural emollient, remarkly similar to human body oils with anti aging, moisturizing and softening properties that normalizes activity in sebaceous glands.
• Sunflower Seed Oil – Antioxidant rich in Omega-9 and vitamin E with anti-inflammatory and nourishing properties.

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Overall Assessment: Clayton Shagal is a first rate skincare company, and these wonderful products are perfect for the season.

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