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Milani Matte Baked Bronzers – Limited Edition

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It’s no secret that Milani is one of my all-time favorite drug store brands and has been for a couple of years now.  I have had the opportunity to try out quite a bit from the line they offer and for the most part – I’m always impressed with what they roll out.  I literally fell out of my seat a few weeks ago when I got word that Milani was rolling out Limited Edition Matte Baked Bronzers and I couldn’t have been more excited.

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Milani Limited Edition Matte Baked Bronzers

If you have ever tried or used or even seen (for that matter) one of Milani’s Baked Bronzers, then you will know that you get a lot of product for a really affordable price tag.  I have a plethora of Milani products, especially their blushes and I have been waiting patiently and asking the Makeup Gods for the day that Milani would finally come out with a baked bronzer that was matte.  Thankfully, they did.  However – these are limited edition so you want to make sure you get your hands on them… STAT.

These two new limited edition matte bronzers are available in the shades 08 Sunset (medium tan) and  07 Sienna (light golden tan).   They retail on Milani’s website for $8.99 which is the same cost as Milani’s original bronzers like 04 Glow, 05 Soleil and 06 Golden.  As I mentioned, the big difference between these new LE bronzers is that they are completely matte.

Milani Limited Edition Matte Baked Bronzers

08 – Sunset (light golden tan) is on the left and 07 – Sienna (medium tan) is on the right 

Each bronzer comes with a little bronzer brush (not my favorite to use but definitely awesome in a pinch) and a mirror that is placed in the compact below the bronzer.  The come in Milani’s signature gold packaging which gives it such a gorgeous look.   Milani definitely ranks high for me when it comes to packaging, because I always feel like I’m buying a luxury brand from the drug store.  You get a lot of product in each bronzer – Net Wt. 0.25 oz/7g and because it is a baked bronzer, you can use it dry for a sheer matte finish or wet for a more intense or dramatic look.  These bronzers are multi-purpose beauty products as they can be used for both your eyes, face and body (hello – total bonus).  They are streak free, apply easily and blend well for an effortless bronze.  Since I have both shades – I like to do a contour with Sienna (the darker shade) to define my face and then for an all over summer bronzed look, I use Sunset (the lighter brown) and apply as an all over bronzer.

Milani Matte Baked Bronzer Sienna

07 – Sienna is a warm golden bronze and is perfect for those with Medium and golden skin tones.  If you have a darker skin tone, I definitely suggest using this wet and build the color up to the shade you think will work best for you.  If you have a warmer skin tone – this bronzer will be perfect for you.  Since it is matte and baked, you can build up to the shade that you like and those who are not fond of shimmer bronzers, these are perfect.

Milani Matte Baked Bronzer Sunset

08 Sunset is a medium tan bronzer and lends for a cool toned brown.  It is perfect for those that are light to medium in skin tone and those like me who want to warm up my face without contouring, but looking for an all over bronze.  Just like with Sienna, Sunset is buildable and if you need a deeper more intense color for contour, you can definitely use it wet and build upon that color.

Milani Matte Baked Bronzer Swatches

The swatches above were done dry on my bare skin and I only used one swipe.  Considering I’m fairly darker in skin tone, both shades do show up on me and Sienna is the perfect bronze for me to contour for extra depth and dimension.  I love to use Sunset as an all over bronze if I’m looking to achieve a warmer look.  Each shade lasts all day with minor fading after 5 hours… but the wear on these bronzers are long lasting.  I love that they apply effortlessly and last, but most importantly my skin enjoys them – no break outs at all and it didn’t oxidize or start to look muddy on me after a few hours.  If you are planning to use these bronzers for a long period of time, I think they will surely work well for that purpose.

Milani Matte Baked Bronzer Try On

In the look above (tutorial for that look can be found here), I am using Sienna to contour in the hallows of my cheeks to define my cheek bones and along my nose, hairline and jawline.  I have always had a few favorite bronzers to contour and warm up my face, but after using these the last couple of weeks, I have to admit that I have neglected my other favorites.  I love these bronzers!  Their price point is great and the products are awesome.

If you want to get your hands on  one of these bronzers, check out their awesome 30% off sale for Memorial Day.  I have a long list of suggestions, but if you are looking for swatches on the new Milani Matte Baked Blushes, you can check out my review and swatches for those here.  Happy  Shopping.

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Have you tried these new bronzers out yet?  Our you planning to if you haven’t already?  Will you be taking advantage of this awesome sale? Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend Loves… wishing you lots of fun and sun!

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Brighter, Glowing Skin with Valentia Even Glow Vitamin C Serum For the Face

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Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

I’ve been on a Serum craze lately and have been adding them daily into my skin care routine.  I have tried quite a few Vitamin C Serums for the face and I’m gonna be honest and say this one is probably one of my favorites.  So – what does the Valentia Even Glow Serum have over others?  Read on to learn more…

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Valentia Even Glow Serum

Our skin is one of the most sensitive parts and organs on our bodies… and it is damaged each day due to our environment, stress and of course the products we use on our skin daily as well as the things we intake into our body like food, drinks, etc.  Free radicals are consistently at war with our skin and depletes our natural protective resources that we have available.  Because of this, any help we can get from products that help to defend our skin against these pollutants will surely help diminish the signs of aging like wrinkles, fine lines and uneven skin tone.  Products like the Valentia Even Glow Serum are developed to help us out a little… give us the added benefit of the antioxidants our skin needs to thrive and look healthy and glowing.

Our premier formulation is backed by scientific research into the efficacy of each of the natural ingredients we have carefully selected.  Our proprietary blend of *skin super oils compliment our 20% Vitamin C base, leading to a powerful antioxidant treatment.  Each natural ingredient was chosen to support and enhance Vitamin C’s efficacy on the skin leading to more well-rounded serum to add to your daily skin care ritual.  Our Even Glow Serum will repair, refresh, and renew your skin; restoring evenness to your complexion, giving you an extra boost of confidence each time you look in the mirror.  Strategically formulated with powerful natural ingredients to support and enhance Vitamin C efficacy. 

When I first received this serum and opened the packaging – the smell took me instantly… because the strong citrus scent literally made my senses feel alive and awake.  It’s  a strong scent and if you are not one who likes citrus or orange scents, this may not be for you – but I love it.  Immediately when you remove the dropper – you instantly see that this serum is a bright orange/yellow color which freaked me out a little… just being honest.  When I applied it on my skin, it smoothed on really nicely, had a slight tacky sticky texture but once it soaked into the skin – just a few seconds, my skin felt really refreshed.

Valentia Even Glow Serum

Since the scent of this serum is stronger than most that I own, I chose to use this serum on my face in the morning only – so it didn’t give me an awake feeling just before I was about to hit the sheets at night.  After a month of using this product along with some of my favorite skin care goodies, I noticed that my face appeared brighter and glowing.  My skin tone appears to be much more even in tone and my fine lines are diminishing thanks to the help of this product and a few others I’m currently using.

Valentia Even Glow Serum

If you love serums, I definitely suggest giving this a try.  It meshes well with the products I currently use, did not break me out or cause my Eczema to flare up and I noticed my skin felt super soft after just the first application.  Did I mention that this is one of my favorites?

Key Natural Ingredients:

*Skin Super Oils

  • Sea Buckthorn Oil and Rosehip Seed Oil –
    These oils work in tandem to promote skin hydration and then lock in moisture. When combined with Vitamin C, all three ingredients exist harmoniously to combat free radicals, protecting your skin from future signs of aging to prmote more beautiful, youthful looking skin.

Additional Ingredients:

  • Resistem (Plant Stem Cells)– Protects against stress-related aging while promoting skin detoxification. A French study has demonstrated that Resistem improves dullness of the skin 67% when applied in comparison to a placebo, also reducing skin inflammation by 23% after just two short months. This means that your skin will regenerate more quickly as it is protected against environmental stressors in a gentle, sensitive manner.
  • Hyaluronic Acid (Botanical) – Allows your skin to retain more moisture than before while simultaneously increasing elasticity and firmness. The Journal of Clinical Aesthetic Dermatology conducted a study with 15 female volunteers ages 35 to 65 to demonstrate the effects of Hyaluronic Acid. After only two short months of use, all 15 volunteers showed demonstrated improvement in skin rejuvenation.
  • Green Tea: The catechins contained in green tea are a potent antioxidant which also contribute to the overall anti-inflammrtory, and anti-irritant benefits of this ancient health and beauty secret.

Proprietary Organic Skin Tea, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe), Sodium Ascorbly Phosphate (Vitamin C), Methylsulsulfonylmethane (MSM), Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide (bontical hyaluronic acid), Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture Extract (plant stem cells), Organic Rosa Canina (Rosehip Seed Oil),  Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Citrus Paradisi (Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil), Carbomer, (2s)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic Acid, d-Alpha Tocopherly Acetate (Vitamin E), Algae Extract, Carmellia Oleifera (Japanese Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn Oil), Phenoxyethanol, Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin.

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Directions state that you first want to lightly shake for 1-2 seconds before use since the natural ingredients can separate in the bottle.  Once you wash your face and hands, apply a small amount to face, neck and decollete daily.  Allow to dry before applying moisturizer.  I apply this serum first before the rest that I use and let it sit for a few seconds while it dries before applying my other serums and moisturizer.  My skin really feels moisturized the rest of the day and as I mentioned previously, I am amazed at the results from using this just a few weeks.  I usually use about 3-6 drops each morning and smooth it onto my face with my hands.

Valentia Even Glow Serum (1.18 fl oz) is a great Antioxidant Treatment and definitely one of my favorites.  I love that it is suitable for all skin types, Alcohol free and Paraben free.  You can read more about this product on their website and purchase it directly from their Amazon store front for just $35.00 (on discount at the moment – listed price originally at $85)  Order now and you can get free shipping.  I am truly a fan of this product and will continue to have it as a part of my skin care regimen.

So are you a Serum fan like me.  I swear I am addicted to Vitamin C serums and those that offer Hyaluronic Acid because they have seriously made a difference in how my skin looks and feels.  I’ve been truly loving my bare face lately.  Is this is a product that you think you would try out?  What are your favorite serums?

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I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

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Chrislie Formulations Lash Amplifying Mascara and Primer

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It’s no secret that I don’t wear makeup every day… even if I love using makeup and creating looks – my every day consists of mascara and lip balm or nothing at all.  It took me many years to get comfortable in my own skin and majority of the time, I rather not hid it if I don’t have to.  Since this is the case – mascara is a big deal for me and I go through a tube of it quickly.  I have my favorites, but I’m always on the hunt to find the mascara that will not only give me gorgeous length but also volume.  Unfortunately, I was the only one out of my siblings that was blessed with nada-lashes…  What are nada-lashes?  Lashes that I have nada of – lol.

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Chrislie Lash Amplifying Mascara & PrimerAbout a month ago I got my hands on the Lash Amplifying Mascara and Primer from Chrislie Formulations.  Having used lash growth serums in the past, fiber mascaras and those that claim to give you gorgeous lashes when you can so easily see that they are using falsies in the ad, I was a bit skeptic if this primer and mascara would work on me.  When I received the package, I eagerly started to use the product in hopes for a glamorous and show stopping affect.

Chrislie Lash Amplifying Mascara & Primer

The Lash Amplifying mascara and primer (0.2 oz. / 2 mL) is a two step process and claims to give you “Instant, Luscious-looking Lashes for Simply Divine Eyes”.  The tube is double sided and is labeled accordingly for easy application.  I especially love the size of the tube because it wasn’t too thick or too skinny that it made it difficult to grip in my hands while I was doing the application.  The mascara & primer have RegnaLash which is an effective peptide complex that is designed to nourish, hydrate and condition lashes (and brows) for a healthier and longer-looking lashes in just 4-6 weeks.  The product itself is supposed to promote soft, supple lashes and resist clumping.

Chrislie Lash Amplifying Mascara & Primer

Application is easy!

First you apply the side labeled #1 – the primer.  This primer is a clear gel that contains lengthening and thickening fibers that bind to your lashes to give them a thicker and longer look when you apply the mascara.  I really enjoy this primer in that even if they have fibers included in the gel, I didn’t feel them at all and my very sensitive eyes didn’t even know that it included such.  It felt very comfortable on the eyes and I didn’t feel like it irritated them at all, as most fiber mascaras do.  When applying the primer, make sure you place your brush at the base of your lashes and sweep it up to the tip of your lashes.  Let try and then move on to step two.

Step two is applying the mascara – #2.  (In case you are unsure as to which to use first – they are labeled accordingly on the tube.)  When applying the mascara make sure to coat each lash as you would with your regular mascara.  Wiggle your wand from the base of your lashes and up to the tips.  If you are looking for a more dramatic effect – apply two coats.

Chrislie Lash Amplifying Mascara & Primer

 

As you can see from the photos above… the first image on the far left is my eyes without any mascara.  Don’t mind the look of liner, my eye liner is tattooed.  The second and third image is what my lashes look like after two coats of the Chrislie Formulations Lash Amplifying Mascara and Primer.  I have very very short lashes and very little volume, but you can surely see a difference on how two coats of this product makes.  If I took the time to add another coat (which I have done in the past), it would give my lashes a little more volume and length for a nice look.

What I love the most about this product is that it doesn’t clump my lashes – I have gone up to four coats just to test it out and didn’t experience any clumping.  While it does say it is water-resistant, since I have very watery eyes – I did experience some smudging if my eyes teared up a lot, but it held up for all day use without budge if I wasn’t experiencing any tears that day while using it.  The mascara was comfortable without the feeling of fibers poking into my eye like other mascaras have done in the past, which is a huge plus.  After just two short months of using this product, I have noticed that my lashes appear to be much softer and more conditioned then before.  I also noticed a little growth in my lashes and they are a tad bit longer then before.  My lashes feel soft when they have the primer/mascara on them and don’t feel stiff or crunchy if I should touch them with my fingers and I like that they have that wispy feeling even if they have 2-3 coats of product on them.

Chrislie Lash Amplifying Mascara & Primer

Overall:  I have been a huge fan of Lashem for years and was excited to try this product out since I used their Lash Growing Serum many times with positive results.  This product is easy to use and great for those who travel since you only need one tube.  Considering I have sensitive eyes – I was amazed at how comfortable they were for me.  The product is clinically tested, Ophthalmologist tested, fragrance free and most importantly Not tested on animals.  If those things weren’t important enough already – for a product that offers pretty good results for little ol me who doesn’t have lashes – it only costs $14.99.  Um… hello, score!

To order this product and more go to: http://chrislie.com/

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Exscrub Me? Beautisol Citrus Face Exfoliant

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It’s no secret that I have seriously sensitive skin.  For years I had absolutely no trouble using whatever cleanser worked, or trying out new skincare products but over the last 2 years, it hasn’t been as easy.  After being diagnosed with severe eczema by my dermatologist two years ago, I discontinued a lot of beauty products that I used daily like foundation and concealer and I have to be really careful with products that can cause a flare up.  Because of this, I like to test scrub products or those that exfoliate my skin on a small area on my face before testing completely to see if I have a reaction.  While I love trying new skin care products, this is my task prior to testing them out completely.

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Exscrub Me? Beautisol Citrus Face ExfoliantRecently I had the opportunity to try out a cool scrub from Exscrub Me?  Beautisol Citrus Face Exfoliant.  This product is pretty cool in that it is affordable – only costing you $17 for a 2 fl oz tube.  I am a huge lover of scrubs that are effective, yet gentle on my super sensitive skin, so I was very excited to try this since it is made for all skin types.  This product is made to remove dead skin so you can rock out fresh gorgeous skin!

When you first squeeze the product out of the tube, it looks really cool – with a white scrub including little pinkish/red micro beads.  I enjoyed staring at the product because it was just super eye appealing to me.  Application of the product was easy and it took very little effort to apply a small amount of the scrub to my finger tips and work in an area I wanted to test to see if I would have a reaction to the scrub.  Unfortunately, even if I didn’t have a reaction after the first use, the scrub itself was a tad bit too harsh for my skin and a little of the product was too much for my skin to handle.  I expected some redness and maybe a little sensitivity as with any scrub, but the beads seemed a bit too abrasive on my skin and it felt uncomfortable while I was massaging them in my test area.  The area around my nose is my usual test spot since it tends to be able to take most products and I had a difficult time using it.  I tested it on my chin which is another area and had a mild flare up through the course of the night even after moisturizer.  Even if I didn’t have the best reaction to using the product, I loved that the areas I tested it on felt clean and invigorated.

Exscrub Me? Beautisol

Now, I have super sensitive skin and many products can have some funky reactions to my face so I normally don’t attest it to the product just malfunctioning as much as I do take into consideration that I just have weird skin. lol  I didn’t want to let the product go to waste, so I used it on my elbows.  I tend to have super dry skin on my elbows and wanted to see if this would work so that I could get some use out of it.  After applying it – I noticed my dry skin on my elbows look much better after I washed the scrub off.  My skin felt moisturized and soft and while I can’t use this product on my face, I’m certainly going to make use of it on my elbows, knees and heels of my feet.  Now, I only exfoliate one to two times a week since my skin is so sensitive – most the time, just one time a week and this product would still be too harsh using it at that amount.

Features & benefits:

  • Formulated for all skin types
  • Provides a smooth and even surface for a perfect self-tan application
  • Contains fine Jojoba beads to physically remove the dead skin cells
  • Infused with certified organic orange peel, lemon, and grapefruit extracts, leaving the skin cleansed and rejuvenated
  • Paraben-free, propylene glycol-free, sodium laurel/laureth sulfate-free, and cruelty-free (PETA certified)

Exscrub Me? Beautisol Face Exfoliant

There is a light citrus type fragrance to the scrub which really helps to invigorate all of your senses and it contains the following ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Polyethylene (Beads), Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Jojoba Esters (Beads), Behenyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Glyceryl Stearate, Sucrose Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Squalane, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil*, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Potassium Sorbate, Carbomer, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Tocotrienols, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Phytic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Alcohol, Tocopherol (D-alpha), Passiflora Incarnata (Passionflower) Flower Extract *Certified Organic

Overall, even if I am not able to make use of the Beautisol Exscrub Me? Face Exfoliant on my face, I’m glad I was able to find some use for it.  Since my initial testing, I’ve been actually using it to exfoliate my feet and it is working like a charm.  I’m so glad I’m able to make good use of it.  At the price point, it’s affordable and I love the scent of it.  I think this is definitely something you could add to your skin care routine if you love citrus type scents – it makes you feel awake and rejuvenated.  I especially love that it is Cruelty Free and manufactured in the US.

Want to try out Exscrub Me? Citrus Face Exfoliant?  Beautisol is running an awesome special for all of you.  Get it on BOGO with coupon BOGO2014 – coupon valid until June 31, 2014.  Have you tried the Exscrub Me? Citrus Face Exfoliant?  If so, what are your thoughts?  If not, is this something you could see yourself using?

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This product was provided to me compliments of ifabbo.  While I was sent this product for review, all opinions are my own – honest and unbiased.

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Willa Skin Care Review – Start Young, Stay Young

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I don’t often reminisce about my tween or teen years.  Honestly, I am one of those people that would NEVER go back in time to relive them again even if I had the opportunity to do so.  It was an awkward time for me, I loved school but not enough to go back to all of that and start over.  While it’s not something I think about, I definitely had fun thinking about how my skin care regimen was back then.  My mom took care of her skin so therefore she made sure I took care of mine.  She looked like she was my sister when she was in her 40s… so needless to say – since my guy friends were hitting on this MILF (is that even still a word? lol), I was busy trying to find my own identity.  But – she taught me to wash my face and moisturize and before my Grandma passed in my teens – she made sure to remind me how important taking care of yourself really was.  So when I wasn’t at the beach surfing or putting my body through heavy sun exposure – I tried my best to take care of the skin I had.  Now after years part taking in the beauty industry – I have learned that Bar Soap and lotion are not exactly the best choices for Cleanser and Moisturizer.  If I only knew 20 years ago what I know now, it would be a whole different story… but I digress.
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Recently I had the opportunity to try out some skin care goodies from a brand I have never heard of before – Willa Skin Care.  Willa offers a variety of products from facial cleansers, moisturizers and acne treatment as well as lip glosses and balms, lotion and SPF.  The company was founded on the thought that a mother wanted to be able to provide a cosmetic line for her then 8 year old daughter Willa that was age appropriate and offered natural skincare products that would be a type of preventative form of teaching young girls about taking care of their skin.

Our mission is to empower girls to make healthy choices with natural products so they will love the skin they’re in.

Willa Naturals Skin care

I tested out the Start Fresh foaming facial wash ($17 for 5.1 fl.oz) and the Clear Face Moisturizer ($18.50 for 1 fl.oz) first and was pretty impressed with the products.  The foaming facial wash felt really nice on the skin, cleaned off any remaining makeup I had and my skin felt fresh and clean.  I didn’t have any reactions to the product and enjoyed using it.  The Clear Face Moisturizer kept my skin hydrated without making it feel sticky or oily and I enjoyed that my skin felt very soft after the moisturizer soaked into my skin.  Both products smelled really nice – like a refreshing scent I can’t quite pin point, but enjoyable nonetheless.

Willa Lip BalmsNext I tried the Lip Balms in a pot.  I got three of them – Vera Cruz Vanilla, St. Tropez Strawberry and Miami Mango (.25 oz/7 g of product each).  The lip balms cost $10 each or you can purchase them in a Gift pack that includes all three for $26.00.  Each of them have a nice sweet scent, similar to their names – fruity like and a soft fruity flavoring.  They are each formulated to include Shea Butter and Vitamin E to help keep the lips hydrated and soft.  I love them all!  They are awesome to throw in the purse and the pot closes tightly for travel.  I didn’t experience any melting – but I haven’t given them the opportunity to do so as well.  They do have a slight sticky texture, but not enough to drive me crazy – just a little more sticky then that of say an EOS lip sphere or Baby Lips balm.  The colored ones have a light tint but if you are looking for heavy color payoff – these are not very build-able.  The tint is sheer and it’s meant for more someone in their teens, though I do enjoy using them.

Willa Lip Balms Swatches

I also tried a few other products from Willa to include:

Born to Glow – broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 15 tinted shimmer body lotion – 4 fl. oz (I was unable to find this product on their website to provide cost info on it)

Fresh Face Cucumber Face Mask (sample packet) – .33oz/10g ($4.00 per packet or $42 for 12)

Take Action Acne Spot Treatment – .07 fl. oz./2.1 ml ($14.00)

I am not big on shimmer – but I think I will surely enjoy the shimmer glow the Born to Glow tinted shimmer body lotion offered.  It left me pretty glittery and some of the glitter did transfer to my clothes, but with summer just a month away – I know it will be something cute to use to keep my body moisturized and protected against the sun.  My skin did enjoy the lotion and it looks great on my shoulders when I’m wearing a tank or spaghetti strap dress.

I was only able to use the Fresh Face Cucumber Face Mask once since I only had one.  It smelled really nice, a soft cucumber scent and my skin felt rejuvenated after using it.  It includes Aloe and Witch hazel so my skin enjoyed its benefits and felt really nice after removing it.

The Take Action Acne Spot treatment wasn’t used very often since I don’t get acne or many breakouts.  I only tried it once and didn’t notice much of a difference, but I think overall that the concept is pretty cool.  It comes in a pen that you click to distribute the product and then apply to treat the area.  It didn’t feel harsh on my skin like some drug store products have in the past and I didn’t notice any dry patches in the area I left it on to treat over the course of the next week – so I think it would be great for teenage and sensitive skin.

Willa Naturals Skin care

Willa is a skin care line that I would definitely suggest to friends – regardless of their age (even if this was formulated specifically for girls in their tweens) because it offers so many natural ingredients.  Since the products are formulated without damaging chemicals – it is safe for all skin types.Willa’s products are Paraben and Sulfate Free, DEA and phthalate free, NOT tested on animals and made right here in the USA.  Their website offers travel sized options as well as gift sets that you can purchase if you want to just test out the products for yourself or buying them as a gift.

Willa products are available on their website as well as select Target stores, Drugstore.com, Amazon and a few other locations.  

Overall – I’m impressed with the products I had the opportunity to test out.  I have very sensitive skin and found that my skin loved these products.  If you are looking for a skin care line that is priced similar to that you can find in a drug store – Willa may be a little more costly than that, but if you are looking for something to help your tween or teenager get through that awkward stage we call “growing up” this definitely is something you may want to look into.  As my Grandma used to say… “it’s best to take care of your skin now then worry about it later when it is too late!”  I think this is awesome that a mother took the initiative for her daughters – the skin care line is great, but the story of how it all started… the icing on the cake.

Have a wonderful week loves!

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