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Perlier Shea Butter White Lily Hand Cream

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I have reviewed products from Perlier in the past and have had positive experiences with their products.  Recently I received the Perlier Shea Butter White Lily Hand Cream from the iFabbo shop and before trying it – I knew I would be pretty excited.
Perlier Shea Butter White Lilly Hand Cream

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 The Perlier Shea Butter White Lily Hand Cream (6.7 fl. oz) is about $24 on HSN.  Formulated with 100% organic shea butter and extracts of white lily which are soothing and emollient to the skin while maintaining the skin’s appearance by helping optimize elasticity and firmness.

I was quite excited to test out this product, but when the mail man delivered it – I was a bit worried I wouldn’t like the product.  If you have been reading my blog a while, then you know that I’m pretty sensitive to scents and this scent was permeating through the shipping bag.  It wasn’t necessarily a bad scent, but definitely strong and not a scent I was very excited about.  I am not fond of strong perfume like scents that smell like flowers (I am a sugary scent person) and immediately after opening the package, I knew that I would struggle with this product.  I attempted to put it on my hands and while I loved how moisturized my hands felt after application and how long my hands stayed moisturized, the smell lingered and I sneezed most of the day leaving me with a headache.  Don’t get me wrong – the smell is nice to those who are into floral scents , but it’s really strong and lasts.   Trying this product on my hands was not an easy task after the first time using the product, so I decided I would use it on my feet.  The smell is not easily detected when used on my feet and my feet were left moisturized and soft.  Since I use flip flops all year round and mostly during the summer months, the last several weeks this product has been a great addition to my pedicures and even more so at night before bed, I’ll put it on after my shower and then put on a pair of socks and the next morning my feet are soft and beach ready.

Perlier Shea Butter White Lilly Hand Cream

The lotion is very thick which I love for lathering on the dry areas of the body.  This lotion is the perfect treatment for dry and aged skin.  It helps fight free radicals and protect against environmental aggressors.  While I would love to use this on my elbows (the area that gets dry often), it has posed a bit of a challenge because of the scent, so I apply out doors and usually will use while I’m out and about so I’m not smelling the scent as strongly as if I’m at home.

Ingredients include: AQUA (WATER), BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER (BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER), GLYCERIN, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, PEG-40 STEARATE, STEARYL ALCOHOL, GLYCERYL STEARATE SE, HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL, PENTAERYTHRITYL DISTEARATE, STEARIC ACID, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), CETYL ALCOHOL, CARBOMER, DIMETHICONOL, LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, TETRASODIUM EDTA, PHENOXYETHANOL, METHYLPARABEN, ETHYLPARABEN, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, BHT, HEXYL CINNAMAL, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRAL.

Perlier will be appearing on HSN on July 24th and 25th.  This particular product will be featured in several different kits and collections and I highly suggest you check it out then to get your hands on the product at a discount. http://bit.ly/Perliersheabutter

Overall – I think this product is definitely great for dry skin and it works. I am not fond of the scent at all – but if Perlier were to come out with a sugar scented lotion or a non-scented one, I will surely be all over it because the moisturizing capabilities of this product is awesome.

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Cheryl Lee MD True Lipids Eczema Kit

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True Lipids Eczema Kit

I have been using the True Lipids Eczema Kit by Cheryl Lee MD now for the last month and it has made my favorites a few times.  Having to deal with severe eczema, it has been quite a challenge for me to overcome and  traditional creams prescribed to me to use on my skin have not been ideal and I actually don’t like them.  With just a couple of weeks of using these products, I have noticed how quick they work, how beneficial for my skin they are and I am loving them.

I apologize if you came here to enter a giveaway – but it was cancelled expectantly.  Stay tuned for my review which will be live within the week.

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Insta Natural Youth Express Eye Gel

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I am pretty lucky in that I don’t have really bad “eye genes”… yup – that’s what I call it… and I’m lucky that my parents and their relatives don’t have much puffy eyes, saggy skin or dark circles near their eye area.  The great thing about that is not only that I can continue to look youthful, but that I don’t have to worry too much about cucumbers for the puffiness and concealer to conceal or color correct the dark circles.  But – I do still experience all of those things from time to time.  Let’s face it – I’m a mother of 3 very active boys and honestly – I survive on just a couple of hours a sleep a night, so I’m always interested in a product that will help me out whenever I need it.

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Insta Natural Eye Gel

With so many products on the market today, it is important to find one that will not only provide you with a plethora of great benefits, but also find one that is reasonably priced.  Insta Natural Youth Express Eye Gel (currently $23.95) 1.7 oz offers ingredients that will help with dark circles, puffiness and sagging skin.  It includes the following ingredients:

Plant Stem Cells: Helps mitigate premature aging of the skin
Matrixl 3000: Tightens & Firms the Skin (In this case around your eyes)
Hyaluronic Acid: Moisturizes your skin deeply (After all..your eyes are the pathway to your soul)
Other ingredients: Jojoba Oil, Aloe, Vitamin E, Cucumber and so on. There are just way too many active ingredients to list!

Organic Herbal Infusion, Organic Aloe, Matrixyl 3000, Botanical hyaluronic acid, Organic Jojoba Oil, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), Palmitoyl Triepeptide-3, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Plant Stem Cells, Cucumber Hydrosol, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Carrageenan Gum, Silk Amino Acid Blend (Sodium L-Pyrrolidone Carboxylate, Sodium Lactate, L’Arginine, L-Aspartic Acid, L-Pyrrolidonecarboxylic Acid, Glycine, L-Alanine, L-Serine, L-Valine, L-Proline, L-threonine, L-Isoleucine, L-Histidine, L-Phenylalanine), Wildcrafted Vinca Major (Periwinkle), Organic Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice), Wildcrafted Euphrasia Officinalis, Wildcrafted Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi), Organic Gotu Kola, Frankincense, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin.

Insta Natural Eye Gel

The formula is loaded with skin repairing, firming and age defying ingredients for your eyes and I love that this product is not sticky and applies evenly and smoothly.  A little goes a long way so I had to make sure not to use too much, one pump of the product was more than enough.  The eye gel is thick, so it gives an almost cooling effect when applied near the eye area… which I really enjoyed.  Since I have sensitive eyes – I am often very selective with testing out products because it causes my eyes to be very irritated and this product worked well on my sensitive skin and eyes without issue.  After the first use I felt like the skin around my eyes felt refreshed and awake.  There is a light cucumber scent – very light which I liked a lot.

Insta Natural Eye Gel

I was not completely happy at first with the dispenser this product came with.  It took a few pumps before the product started to come out.  While I was a bit frustrated at first, once the product came out the first time, it was easy to use thereafter.  The packing is simple but I like that it’s pretty durable and fit perfectly in my skin care cabinet.  The gel itself is pretty nice and I love that if needed – I can use it as a moisturizer on my entire face… woohoo – bonus!

Insta Natural Eye Gel
Before using Insta Natural Eye Gel – early morning

Again – I don’t have very heavy puffiness under my eyes – but since I don’t get much sleep at night, some mornings they are pretty prominent.  Adding just a little of the eye gel makes a huge difference and you can see a change through out the day.  This gel has been working wonders for me on days where my allergies are terrible because it really helps to soften the puffiness under my eyes or lightening any dark circles from sleepless nights due to sneezing.  I honestly am very impressed.  As you can see from my before and after photos (the before taken with my DSLR and the after taken with my Note 2), the puffiness from my eyes disappeared a few hours after applying the gel.

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After using Insta Natural Eye Gel – this photo was taken a few hours after applying the gel to my under eyes.

I’m quite impressed with this product, even if the need for use of it is not as often, I know it will do the job.  If you have puffy eyes or dark circles under your eyes, with continued use I know you will see a difference.  To say I was amazed is an understatement, because I have already suggested this product to a few friends and family members who are loving it as I’m typing this.  With an affordable price tag, there really is no harm in trying it out and Insta Natural offers a 100 day hassle free money back guarantee.  Oh – and did I mention is this a cruelty free product?  That’s a benefit in its own.

What are your favorite eye creams or gels?  Is this a product you think you would like to give a try?

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100% Pure Organic Argan Oil by BebeLush

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

I don’t know how many times I have mentioned here on my blog that my skin is dry and sensitive and I struggle with severe eczema when I have flare ups.  As difficult as it is to find products that will not cause my skin to go crazy on me, it’s a breath of fresh air when I finally do.  I have been using 100% Pure Organic, Raw Unrefined Coconut Oil but since I buy it in bulk, it is difficult to travel with or pack in my purse on days when I need the extra hydration.  While I am not necessarily a “huge” fan of Argan Oil, I have found that it has been a great friend when I need something in place of my holy grail coconut oil.  The Pure Organic Argan Oil from BebeLush has been a favorite of mine over the last month and here’s why.

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100% Argan Oil BebeLush

I have used quite a bit of different Argan Oils over the last couple of years, seeing as it offers a wide variety of benefits for most people.  While I truly enjoy the benefits it offers, Argan Oil is usually a difficult one for me to use because it causes my skin to have minor blemishes and break outs around my hair line (when applying to my hair) as well as on my face.  After years of taking my skin from what it was in 2011 to what it is now, I was ready to put this Argan Oil to the test to find out if it would offer me great skin benefits or cause my skin to go crazy again.

BebeLush Claims of the product:

  • Suffering from dry skin and frizzy, unmanageable hair stops today, when you invest in this 100% pure, certified organic, cold-pressed virgin Argan oil from Morocco. It’s the perfect gift for yourself, and you deserve it. Also great gift for family and friends.
  • Start enjoying baby soft skin when you use with this non-greasy oil and prepare to enjoy the compliments coming your way, as those around you will see immediate effects of this secret liquid gold. Excellent skin moisturizer, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, soothes eczema prone skin, calms itchy dry spots and restores sun damaged skin.
  • Say good bye to frizzy, tangled, unmanageable hair, and hello to healthy, shiny, glowing tresses. This Argan oil helps prevent split ends, is a natural leave-in conditioner, adds natural shine, and is fast absorbing, leaving your hair silky and healthy.
  • BebeLush Argan oil organically produced in the Kingdom of Morocco, is EcoCert certified and it is paraben free – fragrance free – colorant free – alcohol free – no animal ingredients – no preservatives
  • Get Beautiful Skin & Hair Starting Today, Guaranteed!

100% Argan Oil BebeLush

This Argan Oil is sold by BebeLush on Amazon.com for $35.00 (originally $74.95) for a dropper bottle with 120 ml (4 fl.oz) of product.  The product has a shelf life of 3 years and what I love about the label is that it states when the product was manufactured as well as the Lot Number which allows you to track the product you are using.  I have a ton of different Argan Oils and I love that this product is universal and versatile so it can be used pretty much anywhere and everywhere on the body (face, hair, skin and nails).

This particular Argan oil is quickly absorbed into the skin and hair and does not leave a greasy residue.  While Argan Oils can be pretty strong in scent, this one is not as bad as others I have smelled before and while there is still a scent, it is not as overpowering or strong as I thought it would be.

Pure Organic Argan Oil BebeLush

The oil has a light (almost amber) color to it and is not as thick as other Argan oils I have used in the past.  A little goes a long way – especially if you are using this product on your face.  While I do not necessarily have this product to use on my hair, I did test it out a few times and it works nicely on my hair as well – no break outs on my hair line.  My skin stays hydrated and I love that the bottle is very convenient to throw in my purse for when I’m out and about and unable to take my coconut oil with me.

Pure Organic Argan Oil BebeLush

Overall I’m pretty impressed with the product itself and it has already become a favorite of mine for the month of May.  At the amount of product you receive in each bottle, this product will last you and since it has a variety of uses, it’s well worth the money in my opinion. If you have dry skin as I do, I think you will find that this product helps to hydrate your skin a lot without leaving it feeling like it was rubbed down with oil – which I like a lot.  I have been using this oil on my cuticles as well which tends to be very dry during the summer months and especially since I am full time dishwasher in our house.  If you love Argan Oil I think you will find this particular one to work really well.  While I only used the Argan oil on my hair a few times it did exactly as my other oils have done, hydrated my hair and left my ends moisturized and my hair full of life.  I think this is definitely a product I will continue to use.

Would you like try a sample of the BebeLush 100% Pure Organic Argan Oil?  Check out the Giveaway I have below and you could win a sample and test it out yourself.  Giveaway open for 5 days and for US entries only.  Please note that I must get a minimum of 100 entries in order for the giveaway winner to be awarded.

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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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