Boxwalla December Beauty Box: Three Ways to be a Rose Featuring Lepaar

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Boxwalla has a really special December Beauty Box in store for you! 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.

According to Boxwalla,

The Skincare Subscription Box from Boxwalla is the best beauty box subscription curated for the luxury-loving skincare enthusiast. In our skincare subscription boxes, you will discover the most effective & innovative plant-based beauty products that redefine luxury skincare. By showcasing not only the benefits of each product we feature but also demonstrating how they can be incorporated into your skincare routine, we help you figure out how to take care of your unique skin needs.

Boxwalla December Skincare Subscription Box: ✨Three Ways to be a Rose✨. This December we showcase a true artisanal brand that will forever have our heart: with three products that tell you three different stories of how to be a Rose. These products were created fresh just for this box with little fun twists that you may not find elsewhere, and that will sprinkle some Winter Magic onto your skin!

The December Box features three products, made fresh with some fun twists, just for our box. Together, they tell three different stories of Roses.

• Lepaar Rose Gold Glow Balm, 30 ml ($101)
• Lepaar Glow White Rose Sandalwood Mineral Water, 50 ml ($41)
• Lepaar Rose Aurea Perfume Oil, 5 ml ($60)

Retail price: $202.00

Price of the box: $59.95, or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with the six-prepaid boxes subscription plans.

According to Boxwalla,

This December we showcase a true artisanal brand that will forever have our heart: with three products that tell you three different stories of how to be a Rose. These products were created fresh just for this box with little fun twists that you may not find elsewhere, and that will sprinkle some Winter Magic onto your skin!

About Lepaar,

Lepaar was founded by Johanna and Christo Everingham. They believe in ‘wholistic luxury’, in creating modern classics, in crafting things that are ‘alive’, pulsating with stories of people and places. ​Lepaar products are hand-blended in small batches with the lunar cycle. Deeply complex, naturally active, synergistic compositions, formulated with sun-infused whole plant extracts, minimum intervention plant oils and pure minerals.

The ingredients are organic, biodynamic or wildcrafted, sustainably grown, harvested and processed with love and respect for Earth. The December Box features three products, made fresh with some fun twists, just for our box. Together, they tell three different stories of Roses.

Lepaar Glow White Rose/Sandalwood Mineral Water (50 ml. $41.00): This lovely mist, which is formulated in a base of Bulgarian White Rose Water, offers skin an obsession-worthy luminous glow. The mixture of hydrosols tone and rejuvenate the skin, and this beautiful mist imparts much-desired hydration this season. The gorgeous Bulgarian Rose aroma is truly otherworldly and captivating.

According to Lepaar,

Subtly aided by pore refining Sandalwood hydrosol, the cellular water of the White Rose restores radiant glow to dull complexion. It gently corrects imbalances by regulating the activity of keratinocytes and melanocytes, which stimulates cell renewal, strengthens barrier function and increases hydration. 

Hydrosols of Damask Rose, Frankincense and Myrrh deepen the composition and are here to balance PH, tone, and rejuvenate the skin. Ancient Zechstein Magnesium, Pink Himalayan Crystal Salt provide the skin with vital trace elementsa and replenish hydration. 24 karat Gold boosts collagen strength and invites glowing light into the skin. Store in the fridge.

Directions: Use in the morning or when you feel that your skin needs a glow up. Mist your face and neck generously before using ROSE GOLD GLOW BALM. Great to settle foundation as well.

Ingredients: Rosa Alba (Bulgarian White Rose) Flower Hydrosol* (Bulgaria). Santalum Spicatum (Australian Sandalwood) Hydrosol^ (Australia). Rosa Damascena (Damask Rose) Flower Hydrosol* (Bulgaria) Boswellia Sacra (Frankincense) Resin Hydrosol* (Oman). Commiphora Myrrha (Myrrh) Resin Hydrosol^ (Somalia). Infused With: Ancient Zechstein Magnesium Chloride^(Germany). Pink Himalayan Crystal Salt^ (Tibet). 24 Karat Gold” (Germany).

Lepaar Rose Gold Glow Balm (30 ml. $101.00): This gorgeous ultra-emollient balm has a captivating aroma that is informed by the stunning May Rose. The balm is translucent, lightweight and delightfully fragrant. This antioxidant-rich balm melts into the skin leaving it soft, smooth, supple and moisturized. The refined shimmer, from the 24K Gold, leaves the skin luminous without ever being overdone. This is a truly stunning balm.

A translucent balm created with Plum, May Rose, Apple, Strawberry, Sloe, Peony & more, gilded with Vanilla & Gold. A luscious balm that embodies the rose gold of the Autumn sun.

According to Lepaar,

I’ve dreamed about this balm for months – how to create a beautifully fragrant and light balm around the plant family of the Rose, without the Rose fragrance? Instead, playing with the late Summer ripeness of collagen boosting Apple, the creamy sugar of moisturising Plum, the delightful sweet of antioxidant Strawberry and the tart sour of Vitamin C rich Sloe. A jar filled with the rose gold of the late Summer Sun.

It’s an almost translucent, delicate and non-occlusive balm that absorbs quickly without oily residue. Composed entirely without essential oils to restore glow that seems to radiate from within the layers of the skin. The composition is subtly grounded with sun-infused extracts of Chaga mushroom combat free radicals and promote elasticity, and synergises with extracts of hyaluronic rich Tremella mushroom to nourish and hydrate the skin. 

While Peony is technically not part of the Rose family, the ‘Pfingsrose’, as we call it, has big significance in my family and was my late Dad’s favourite flower. It has incredible skin calming properties to soothe irritaions and inflammation. 

Ingredients: Prunus Domestica/Insititia (Plum) Seed Oil, Rosa Centifolia (May Rose) Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil, Prunus Spinosa (Sloe) Seed Oil, Rubus Chamaemorus (Cloudberry) Seed Oil, Prunus Persica (Peach) Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Oil, Rhus Verniciflua (Sumac) Peel Wax, Beeswax, Paeonia Lactiflora (Peony) Root/Leaf Extract, Prunus Domestica (Prune) Extract, Rosa Sinensis (Hibiscus) Flower Extract, Eriobotrya Japonica (Loquat) Leaf Extract, 

Inonotus Obliquus (Chaga) Extract, Tremella Fuciformis (Tremella) Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Oil, Croton Lechleri (Dragon’s Blood) Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Extract, 24 Karat Gold.

Directions: Use in the morning, after cleansing. Mist your face with GLOW WHITE ROSE/SANDALWOOD WATER, then gently massage a pea size amount into the still damp skin of face and neck. You can settle your skin with another misting and layer with your favourite Face Oil.

Lepaar Rose Aurea Perfume Oil (5 ml. $60.00): This is no ordinary rose perfume oil. Boxwalla has aptly posited, "This rose is not a fragile rose but a rose that has sprung from the earth & you smell the smoke, the resins, the leather, the incredible Agarwood, with the light sweetness of the Rose moving through like a silken thread. A precious oil to anoint oneself with, an adornment as well as an armor, a strength." The luscious rose is intensified by the Oud, Frankincense, Myrrh and leather. It is neither too sweet and floral, nor too moody and woodsy. Instead, it strikes the perfect, and delicate, balance between these notes without creating an aroma that is too heavy or sweet. This is a gorgeous fragrance, and one with which I am obsessed.

According to Lepaar,

Raise your frequency and amplify the subtle power, elegant strength, timeless beauty of being a woman with Rosa Aurea – the Golden Rose.

My first deep dive into the subtle world of natural, slow aged perfume oils was always going to be head first into a bed of high frequency roses: this comes form the safest, happiest place deep in my heart where my self love is unconditional, no matter what my face and body looks like in the mirror. This is me offering love.

A vibrational perfume journey to radiant joy, abundant love and calm serenity. Playfully pairing divine scents of classic Rose with unexpected depth of balsamic woods, veiled layers of smokey leather, mysterious resins and earthy mushroom. Nothing like the Rose you know, everything like the complex, radiant, beautiful woman you are.

Composed with high frequency and rare artisan distilled essential oils and hand crafted resin extracts. Matured for 12 months on petals of Damask Rose, May Rose, Apothecary Rose, Agarwood, Sandalwood, shiitake + cep mushroom.

Energetically, Rose radiates love and compassion. Agarwood instills deep inner peace, positive energy, increased awareness and enhances psychological functions. Frankincense purifies the mind + cleanse energies, lifts the spirit, restores emotional balance.

Fragrance Notes: Chords of elegant Damask Rose. Depths of Agarwood (Oud). A veil of Frankincense. Balsamic weaves of Sandalwood. Aromatic spice of Myrrh. Leather of Vetiver. Smoke of Birch. Delicate earth of perfumed mushroom. 

Directions: Apply to pulse points + pituitary glands as desired.

Ingredients: Immondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Chile.  Rosa Damascena (Rose Damask) Flower Extract^ South Australia. Rosa Centifolia (May Rose) Flower Extract*. India. Rosa Gallica (Apothecary Rose) Flower Extract^ Kangaroo Valley. Lentinus Edodes (Shiitake) Mushroom Extract Australia. Santalum Spicatum (Aaustralian Sandalwood) Heart Wood Extract^ Australia.  France Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract* Daintree Rainforest Australia. Rosa Damascena (Damask Rose) Essential Oil* Bulgaria/Australia. Aquailaria Allaocha (Agarwood 'Oud')^ Australia, Oman. Styrax Benzoin Gum (Styrax) Essential Oil^ Sumatra. Zizanoides (Vetiver) Essential Oil* India. Cedar Wood Essential Oil Morocco/Himalayas)^ Santalum Spicatum/Album (Sandalwood) Essential Oil^ Australia. Frankincense Extract: Boswellia Frereana Resin^ Somalia / Boswellia Sacra Resin^ Oman. Myrrh Extract: Commiphora Myrrha Resin^ Somalia / Commiphora Wildii (‘Omumbiri’) Resin^ Namibia. Boswellia Sacra^ Oman / Boswellia Carteri* Somalia. Commiphora Myrrha* Somalia /Commiphora Wildii (‘Omumbiri’) Essential Oil^. Nicotiana Tabacum (Tobacco) Extract* Boletus Edulis (Porcini) Mushroom Extract^ France. Betula Alba (Birch Tar) Extract^ France. 24 Karat Gold” Germany.

Overall Assessment: This is a beautifully curated beauty box, and these three Lepaar gems are truly covet-worthy. I highly recommend this box! A+

Retail value: $202.00. Price of the box: $59.95 (or $54.95 with the three-prepaid boxes and $49.95 with six-prepaid box subscription plans) from Boxwalla (Affiliate Links). Free U.S. Shipping Always.  

For limited time only get Twelve Beauty Box featuring Rewarding Body Balm and Ideal Rebalancing Level Serum ($169 value) free with purchase of 6 cycles (1 year) of prepaid beauty boxes! It will ship together with your first beauty box!

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Boxwalla October Beauty Box: When Time Stood Still Featuring Lepaar

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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 October Beauty Box: When Time Stood Still Featuring Lepaar, costs $49.95: 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. 

The October Beauty Box contains two full-sized products from the Australian brand Lepaar. October Subscriptions are currently open and will close on October 25 (or when we sell out, whichever happens first).

- Bi-Monthly Delivery

- Free U.S. Shipping

- Effective Plant-based Ingredients

- Always Cruelty-Free

The Boxwalla October Beauty Box is themed: When Time Stood Still The box contains three products (2 full size. From Lepaar Skincare  with a retail value of $187.00.

About the October Beauty Box,

In the October Beauty Box, themed, 'When Time Stood Still, we showcase the cult-favorite Australian brand Lepaar, with three exquisite products that complement each other to smooth, firm, protect from free radical damage, & brighten the skin.

Lepaar was founded by Johanna & Christo Everingham. Johanna was introduced to organic cosmetic crafting from her alchemist mother, and has been making her own compositions for over 20 years. Johanna & Christo combine their shared passion for exceptional quality & the revival of nurturing practices & lost widsom, to create ‘living objects’ be they skincare, clothing or even garden hoses. Their skincare line exemplifies the magic of slow whole-plant beauty.

The October Beauty Box Includes ($187.00 retail value):

Lepaar Summer Wine Even Tone Antioxidant Shield ($62.00)

Lepaar Smooth Operator Unfolding Balsam ($62.50)

Lepaar Elastic Love Firming Face & Neck Oil ($62.50)

Lepaar Elastic Love Firming Face & Neck Oil ($62.50): This lovely face and neck oil is lightweight and fast absorbing and it tones, tightens and hydrates the skin leaving it soft, smooth and luminous. It has the delectable scent of berries, and it includes nourishing ingredients such as quince fruit extract, kangaroo flower extract, artichoke, bamboo & horsetail extracts that tone, tighten & strengthen skin. Tip: This oil-based serum layers with both Summer Wine and Smooth Operator, but it can be used alone.

According to Lepaar,

Juicy tension and lingering affirmation come knocking with this sparkly oil that rapidly tightens, powers up tensile strength, and bestows buoyant resilience – especially on neck and around jowls.

This composition is reminder to myself of the tender strength and infinite elasticity of love between people near and far. A reminder, too, of love’s resilience and beauty in the face of separation, loss and time. And it is also an invitation to travel with me through time and space: from our garden in Kangaroo Valley where the Kangaroo Paw Flower, Artichoke, Red Clover and Quince grows, to the European Summer gardens of my childhood picking Black currants and Blackberries, and on to places I long to go. Time is elastic.

ELASTIC LOVE symbolizes the invisible ties that forever connect the hearts and souls of lovers, family and friends, the magic glue that holds us together, forever. ZERO ESSENTIAL OILS.

Ingredients and Their Attributes:

EVENING PRIMROSE*: Helps improve skin texture + elasticity. Deeply hydrates. Antioxidant.

KALAHARI MELON*: Restores elasticity. Balances sebum + treats blemishes. Soothes inflammation.

BLACK CURRANT*: Tightens + increases elasticity. Rejuvenates mature, sagging skin. Deeply hydrates.

PEQUI^: Recovers elasticity. Evens complexion, fades spots. Deep hydration.

QUINCE**^: Tones, tightens + strengthens structural integrity. Stimulates metabolism + circulation. Optimizes PH balance.

KANGAROO PAW^: Rapidly tightens +restore elasticity. Replenishes moisture. Strengthens barrier function + stimulates metabolism.

RED CLOVER^: Increases and maintains collagen. Improves thickness and elasticity.

Stimulates lymphatic flow.

PRICKLY PEAR: Restores elasticity. Refines skin surface. Brightens + evens complexion.

BAMBOO*: Improves elasticity. Antioxidant. Maintains collagen.

RICE: Maintains collagen. Evens complexion. Antioxidant.

HORSETAIL^. Maintains collagen. Improves texture. Tightens + minimizes pores.

ARTICHOKE^: Improves elasticity. Softens fine lines. Prevents photo-aging.

OLIVE**: Cell regeneration. Antioxidant. Maintains moisture + elasticity.

VANILLA*: Neutralizes free radicals. Cell regeneration. Antioxidant.

SAFFRON*: Increases oxygen flow, Neuro-protective. Antioxidant.

MYRRH*: Rejuvenates. Fades pigmentation. Heals wounds + hearts.

FRANKINCENSE*: Tones + firms. Fades pigmentation. Lifts anxiety. 

24 KARAT GOLD: Improves circulation. Boosts collagen integrity. Receives sun energy, grounds intentions.

*Certified organic **certified Demeter biodynamic ^wildcrafted “non-nano.

Directions: Use daily or alternate with any other composition from the KAIROS collection. Massage a small amount into still damp face and neck every morning. Layer under PRECIOUS FACE ELIXIR and/or ELEMENTAL DAY SILK. Boxwalla Tip: Cleanse, Mist, water-based serum, 2 drops of Smooth Operator (or Summer Wine) and 2 drops of Elastic Love. Optional: seal in with a cream (I typically use cream over an oil  serum as the oil serums I showcase tend to be light and not really occlusive, but you can try oil over cream as well, if you prefer).

Lepaar Summer Wine Even Tone Antioxidant Shield ($62): This is an antioxidant rich oil-based serum, which is made from leftover grapes from the wine-making process, and therefore it is very rich in resveratrol. It is lightweight and it melts into the skin leaving it soft, smooth, supple, luminous and lusciously hydrated. It has a light fruity aroma that is a treat to the senses.

According to Lepaar,

Hours spend gardening under the sun, late nights sipping natural wine under the stars – this antioxidant cocktail infuses my skin with everything it needs to protect and recover. Sits sweetly under sunscreen, and is the perfect after sun rescue.

In 2020, Christo made natural wine with Brendon Carto, from Carto Wines, macerated moonshine bottles of Gentian bitters, and crafted wild beer with our friend Tim using our Kangaroo Valley spring water. Me, I sun-infused all their leftover plant matter into biodynamic Olive oil, until the extracts sang of warm, boozy Summer days spend with friends who’ve all had to change their lives last year.

SUMMER WINE is a collection of the good 2020 moments we seized and the beautiful things we did. Time stood still and it opened a world of beauty. ZERO ESSENTIAL OILS.

Ingredients and Their Attributes:

FERMENTED GRAPE*: Reverses elemental damage, Improves skin texture, firmness, and density

Strengthens the skins natural antioxidant defense.

SHIRAZ*: Neutralises free radicals. Improves circulation, reduces swelling, minimises pores, Stimulates collagen production.

STRAWBERRY*: Preserves collagen. Helps even skin tone + correct discoloration. Protects + stabilizes the skin's acid mantle.

MULLBERRY^: Helps reduce dark spots + improve complexion. Protect from environmental damage.

Deeply hydrates + bestows radiance.

BLACKBERRY*: Antioxidant. Soothes inflammation + redness. Rejuvenates dry skin + retains moisture.

GRAPE*: Superior antioxidant activity and UV damage repair. Strengthens cell membranes to maintain elastin. Controls and balances sebum.

GENTIAN: Helps improve complexion and helps correct discoloration. Soothes acne and cools inflamed, irritated, weather-beaten skin. Scavenges free radicals.

HOP*: Reduces heat. Deeply moisturizes. Corrects discoloration.

DRAGONS BLOOD*: Protects from elemental damage. Retains moisture. Calms + increases cell turnover.

GINGKO*: Balances oily skin + unclogs pores. Helps protect from UV exposure. Helps repair oxidative damage.

BURITI*: Fades pigmentation. Stimulates collagen production + locks in moisture. Absorbs free radicals.

STRAWBERRY GUM^: Strengthens barrier function. Protects from environmental stressors. Maintains moisture.

OLIVE*: Stimulates new cell growth. Guards against free radical damage. Maintains moisture balance + elasticity.

VANILLA*: Neutralizes free radicals. Cell regeneration. Antioxidant.

SAFFRON*: Increases oxygen flow. Neuro-protective. Antioxidant.

MYRRH*: Rejuvenates. Fades pigmentation. Heals wounds + hearts.

FRANKINCENSE*: Tones + firms. Fades pigmentation. Lifts anxiety.

24 KARAT GOLD: Improves circulation. Boosts collagen integrity. Receives sun energy, grounds intentions.

*Certified organic **certified Demeter biodynamic ^wildcrafted “non-nano.

Directions: Use in the morning and again after sun exposure. Can be used at night as an intensive restore serum. Mix or alternate with any KAIROS composition.

Lepaar Smooth Operator Unfolding Balsam ($62.50): This moisture-rich balsam is Lepaar's "ode to coffee"– and it smells utterly delicious! It is ultra-hydrating and it smoothes, softens and repairs skin while it softens the appearance of fine lines and fades hyperpigmentation. Additionally, it stimulates collagen production and leaves skin supple and luminous.

According to Lepaar,

Time slows right down with this sultry balsam that softens everything: folds, lines, edges, cracks, tension, temper...

Our Ode to coffee and it’s incredible contributions to smooth, unfolded skin. And an homage to our friend Paul Geshos of Mecca Coffee and his beautiful work with small ethical coffee farmers and sustainable collectives around the world. Both the ‘silver skin’ coffee husk and dried ‘Cascara’ coffee cherry are by-products of Paul's artisanal coffee creation, and we’re thrilled to phoenix them as SMOOTH OPERATOR.

Paired with green + roasted coffee seed oil they deliver the whole spectrum of this magical fruit most of us consume daily – a simply habitual moment for some, a deeply ritualistic moment for others. For Christo and I, having coffee together every morning is a moment when time stands still, surfaces become smooth, edges soften, and infinite possibilities unfold.

Fragrance Profile: Complex, aromatic layers of Coffee: Chocolate. Mocca. Chai. Vanilla. Sweet. Spicy. Fruity. A rich, sultry, seductive perfume, smoothly transporting your senses to another realm, another headspace – for a moment, everything softens. And the radio plays muted, funky soul.

Ingredients and Their Attributes:

GREEN COFFEE*: Stimulates collagen. Maintains hydration, Minimizes puffiness, fine lines + wrinkles

ROASTED COFFEE*: Stimulates collagen. Moisture retention. Stimulate cell detoxification and turnover.

'SILVER SKIN' COFFEE HUSK^: Increases hydration. Diminishes redness and inflammation. Antioxidant.

'CASCARA' COFFEE CHERRY^: Reduces fine lines. Prevents cellular damage. Eliminates blemishes + acne.

CHIA*: Richest botanical source of Omega-3 fatty acid. Plumps + maintains moisture. Reduces lines + dryness.

MARACUJA*: Ultra hydrating. Minimises wrinkles + age spots. Increases elasticity.

CRANBERRY*: The only oil with a perfect ratio of omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids. Stabilizes lipid barrier. Intense hydration and moisture retention.

PASSIONFLOWER*: Softens lines + cracks. Repairs + maintain barrier function. Neutralizes free radicals.

MARSHMALLOW*: Softens. Maintains hyaluronic acid levels. Soothes inflamed + sensitive skin.

VANILLA*: Neutralises free radicals. Cell regeneration, Antioxidant.

OLIVE*: Stimulates new cell growth. Guards against free radical damage. Maintains moisture balance and elasticity.

BACURI BUTTER*: Stabilizes collagen. Strengthens skin tissue. Soothes inflammation.

BEESWAX^: Promotes the skin's natural production of hyaluronic acid. Locks in Moisture. Soothes element beaten skin.

SAFFRON STIGMA EXTRACT*SAFFRON*: Increases oxygen flow. Neuro-protective. Antioxidant.

MYRRH*: Rejuvenates. Fades pigmentation. Heals wounds + hearts.

FRANKINCENSE*: Tones + firms. Fades pigmentation. Lifts anxiety.

24 KARAT GOLD: Improves circulation. Boosts collagen integrity. Receives sun energy, grounds intentions.

*Certified organic **certified Demeter biodynamic ^wildcrafted “non-nano.

Directions: Great to use daily or alternate with any other composition from the KAIROS collection. Or mix and match - this is your moment! Massage a few drops into still damp face every morning. Very effective to use as an under eye intensive to remove bags and dark circle: Gently massage 1 drop into teh skin under each eye, leave for 10-15 minutes, dab off.

Overall Assessment: Not only is this a spectacularly curated box, which is a great value, but these products are effective and a great joy to use. A+

*THIS IS A SUBSCRIPTION* You will be charged immediately when you purchase. Automatic renewal occurs every two months until you cancel. Last Day to Subscribe is October 25, 11:59 p.m. PST., or until they run out, whichever happens first. The October Box will ship in October. 

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April 2021 Empties Galore

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If working from home during the pandemic has taught me one thing about my product use, it is that I prefer to use the things that I really love, and that I use them with abandon. It is an indulgence that helps mitigate all of the stress associated with this difficult time. I have also been making a greater effort to use up the things I really love before they go bad. Here is what I used up in April:

African Botanics Pure Marula Cleansing Oil ($60.00 for 3.4 oz. from African Botanics, Net-A-Porter, Revolve and Credo Beauty): This lightweight oil is an antioxidant and omega-rich oil that was formulated to gently cleanse and purify even the most sensitive skin types while removing makeup, dead skin cells as well as pollution and other impurities. It is so gentle and effective that it neither dehydrates the skin, nor causes irritation. It is suitable for combination, sensitive and dry skin types. Repurchase? I already opened a deluxe travel size! 

Suki Sensitive Cleansing Bar ($10.00 for 4 oz. from the Official Suki Amazon Store and Suki. Set for $37.00 from the Official Suki Amazon Store): This is a fantastic cleansing bar that is formulated for use on the face or the body, and it is vegan and filled with healthy high quality ingredients. Sensitive Cleansing Bar is an extraordinarily gentle French-milled soap that is both moisturizing and pleasant to use. It forms a rich and creamy-dreamy lather, it never strips the skin and it has luscious lemongrass aroma that is positively intoxicating.

You can apply it directly to the skin, or you can use a loofah, wash cloth or sponge to the body. For the face it can be used directly on the skin, or with your favorite cleansing device. It leaves skin clean, silky smooth and moisturized. I also found that it does an amazing job as a shaving cream for my underarms and legs, and the creamy and emollient lather feels amazing against the skin. Purchase Again? Absolutely!

Malin+Goetz Peppermint Body Scrub ($35.00 for 7.5 oz. from Malin+Goetz, Space NK, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's): This is one of my all-time favorite body scrubs for so many reasons! Among them is the fact that it boasts a foaming gel formula that is gentle and non-stripping, and yet it effectively removes dead skin cells, and reveals silky soft and ultra smooth skin. It also has no greasy residue that requires additional washing, and the peppermint aroma is seriously exhilarating without being overdone. This is a truly amazing body scrub, and I highly recommend it! Purchase Again? Definitely the next time I need another body scrub!

Kate Somerville Exfolikate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment ($85.00-$175.00 from Nordstrom, Sephora and Neiman Marcus): Kate Somerville's Exfolikate is a seriously powerful exfoliating treatment, it is so effective (and potent) that you only need to leave it on your face for 30 seconds and voilà your skin is smooth and bright, and your pores are deeply cleaned. It is like getting a super effective 30 second facial. I like to apply mine in the shower about 2 times a week to keep my skin in tip top shape. If you have very sensitive skin then this is likely to be too strong, if not irritating, for you. For those with sensitive skin try Exfolikate Gentle instead- you will find it far more gentle. I have tried both and prefer the strength of Exfolikate. This definitely tingles and you may find that your face becomes a bit red after use, but that usually subsides after a few minutes. However, if you find it unpleasant or uncomfortable that is a good indication that the formula is too active for your skin. Purchase Again? I will definitely make the splurge before too long!

LANCÔME Paris Bi-Facil Double Action Eye Makeup Remover ($15.00 for 1.7oz, $30.00 for 4.2 oz. and $40.00 for 6.7 oz. from LANCÔME, Nordstrom, Sephora, Ulta, Bloomingdale's and Macy's): This is an ultra-gentle and emollient bi-phase makeup remover that is formulated with the perfect balance between the water and the oils used. It effectively removes every single trace of makeup without tugging– including waterproof varieties– and it doesn't need to be rinsed off. It nourishes the delicate skin around the eyes as well as the lashes, and it is suitable for people with sensitive eyes and skin. It has no detectable aroma, and it can also be used to remove even the most tenacious matte lipsticks, and it does so with ease. This has been my favorites eye makeup remover for years, and I have yet to find one that comes close, by comparison. Purchase Again? I just opened a full-size bottle. I love this so much!

 

Erno Laszlo Multi-Task Eye Serum Mask ($38.00 for 6 masks from Erno Laszlo, Nordstrom, SkinStore, LOOKFANTASTIC, Violet Grey and Saks Fifth Avenue): I received mine as a gift with purchase, and I am so glad that I did because I wouldn't have likely tried them otherwise. Described as a multitasking eye mask infused in a serum of Vitamin B3, Algae Extract and Amino Acids, this mask promises to soften the appearance of dark circles, reduce under eye puffiness and soften the appearance of fine lines. In addition to those wonderful attributes, I also found that this eye mask refreshed my skin and left it soft, smooth, hydrated and radiant. I am very pleased with the results, and am thrilled that this wonderful gel mask made its way into my over-Zoomed life! Purchase Again? Oh yes, these are incredible!

VENeffect Anti-Aging Lip Treatment ($85.00 for 0.34 oz./10ml. from VENeffect and Space NK): When your lip balm obsession has reached a fever pitch, and you seek a powerhouse antioxidant rich anti-aging lip product that is less a balm and more of a cream-based treatment, then it is time to enter the fold of VENeffect Anti-Aging Lip Treatment. The consistency of this elegant treatment feels more like a lightweight eye cream than a balm, but it works faster and more effectively than a balm. It sinks into the lips and the surrounding skin quickly leaving behind a thin veil of moisture. It imparts immediate hydration while it gently plumps and smooths the skin. Additionally, if you have vertical lines around your lips, into which lipsticks bleed, it is worthy to note that VENeffect Anti-Aging Lip Treatment  is formulated to soften, reduce and plump them. Furthermore, this potent little pot serves as a wonderful lipstick base that enhances the longevity of of wear-time and prevents lipstick from bleeding. Purchase Again? This is my second little pot, and there is another one in my future at some point.

LEPAAR Velvet Sole Lip Balm ($15.00 for 0.17 oz. from Boxwalla and Credo Beauty): This lightweight, highly emollient, nourishing and hydrating lip and face balm is perfectly suited to the cold weather, and it is an absolute chapped lip savior. You really only need a tiny bit of this concentrated balm for great results. It boasts exfoliating properties because it is infused with ground pink Himalayan salt and papaya seed oil, but it isn't in the least bit gritty, drying or irritating. Calendula extract and olive oil help heal dry chapped skin– leaving them soft, supple and moisturized. This also makes a wonderful lipstick base– particularly when used in conjunction with drying matte formulas, but it must be used very sparingly so as not to change the finish of the lip product. Purchase Again? Yes!

Godai Soaps $8.95 for Single Godai Soaps (4 oz.): I am a huge fan of Godai Soaps, and will definitely purchase more once I use up some of my bar soaps.

GODAI SOAP FIRE 火 (REJUVENATING BAR SOAP): "Fire is known as the transformative element, and Godai’s 火 Fire Bar Soap & Shampoo provide rejuvenation with a mixture of rosemary oil, lemon oil, and avocado oil to energize tired and dull skin for more brightness and vitality." This soap has such a magical aroma the rosemary adds some depth while the lemon and a bright and cheerful zest, and it is at once uplifting and fresh. Ingredients: click here. Purchase Again? Yes!

GODAI SOAP EARTH 地 (CLEANSING BAR SOAP. UNSCENTED): "Earth acts as the base element upon which all rests, and Godai’s 地 Earth Bar Soap & Shampoo represent this element by combining ingredients such as French clay and organic sugar, gently yet deeply cleansing to provide a foundation for healthy, glowing skin." If aromatic infusions aren't for you, then this unscented soap will appeal to you. Ingredients: click here. Purchase Again? Definitely!

GODAI SOAP WIND 風 (NOURISHING BAR SOAP): "Wind represents the breath of life, and Godai’s 風 Wind Bar Soap & Shampoo emulates this element by using a combination of nourishing and brightening ingredients such as rice bran oil, turmeric, and barley grass powder by removing impurities from your skin and hair while moisturizing." This nourishing bar has a delectable lightly spicy green aroma– the turmeric spices up the barley grass, which in turn tempers the spice with its fresh green sensibility. Ingredients: click here. Purchase Again? I most certainly will.

Nubian Heritage Olive Oil & Green Tea Body Wash: This all-purpose cleanser is non-stripping, gentle and hydrating, and is suitable for all types of skin. It forms a creamy rich lather that releases the delightful scent of olive oil and green tea, and together they provide a wonderfully refreshing shower or bath experience. Purchase Again? I would, but I think that this product has been discontinued!

REN Moroccan Rose Otto Bath Oil ($48.00 for 4.08 oz. from REN, Sephora and Net-A-Porter): This beautifully fragranced bath oil hydrates and nourishes the skin while enveloping and enrapturing the senses. It leaves the skin soft, supple, luminous and exceedingly hydrated. This is one of the very best bath oils that I have ever used, and it offers the perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. Purchase Again? Another bottle is definitely in my future at some point.

Kneipp Almond Blossom Body Wash ($14.00 for 6.76 oz. from Kneipp, Kneipp's Official Amazon Store): As I was digging around in my cabinet I discovered that I had to open tubes of this miraculous body wash that somehow got forgotten. Between the two tubes I had enough left for almost two weeks worth of joyous showers! Almond Blossom is one of my favorite Kneipp fragrances, and I covet anything from their range of products that features this delectable fragrance. It is a subtle and warm floral that is a treat to the senses. Furthermore, this hydrating body wash thoroughly cleans the skin without stripping or drying it. The creamy, emollient lather is perfect for shaving your legs as well. Purchase Again? YES!

By Terry Baume de Rose Hand Cream ($50.00 for 75 grams or 2.62 oz. from By Terry, Space NK, Dermstore, Bluemercury, Amazon, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdale's): If you love high quality delectable rose scented body products, then be prepared to fall madly in love! This is an ultra-luxe, very moisturizing hand cream with the most refined and elegant rose aroma. It has done wonders for my over-washed and over-sanitized hands and cuticles, and it leaves my skin soft, smooth, supple and a little bit luminous. While it is thick and emollient, it is fast absorbing and leaves behind no greasy residue, whatsoever. However, the delectable veil of fragrance is so hypnotic and delightful that I simply can't stop using this treasure! Purchase Again? I love this hand cream madly, but I will have to wait to splurge. I have several tubes of hand cream to use first.

Shu Uemura Blow Dry Beautifier Thermo BB Serum ($39.00 for 5 oz. from Shu Uemura The Art of Hair): This BB Serum is formulated to moisturize the hair without leaving it feeling heavy or weighed down, while smoothing and softening the hair to make it more manageable. It also protects the hair from blow drying and works wonders on fine to medium coarse hair. Purchase Again? If I do not have another bottle, I will definitely buy another.

COCOFLOSS ($9.00 each. Available at Sephora, Credo Beauty and goop): Cocofloss is a very effective dental floss that deeply cleans teeth and is gentle and soothing on the gums. It actually makes flossing something that I look forward to, and it is available in 4 coconut infused flavors: Delicious Mint, Pure Strawberries, Fresh Coconut and Cara Cara Orange. Purchase Again? I just opened another one, and I will definitely purchase more after I finish what I have.

Overall Assessment: As you can clearly see, I am definitely making a concerted effort to use up lots of mostly used products before they go bad. It not only makes me feel good not being wasteful, but it perfectly aligns with my interest in living more sustainably. What have you used up, tossed out, given away or returned in April. Any great finds, or total misses to report?

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