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HADA LABO TOKYO Replenishing Hydrator with Super Hyaluronic Acid

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Skin that feels great, is hydrated and moisturized and looks fantastic… SIGN ME UP!  I have super dry skin and I also have severe Eczema so anything that keeps my skin supple and soft but also moisturized so that I do not get any Eczema flare ups is my best friend.  I have my go-to products and I still use them faithfully, but I have enjoyed adding the Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator to my skin care routine.  Affordable, easy to use and convenient… yup – I’m all over it.

Hada Labo Tokyo - Replenishing HydratorHada Labo Tokyo was created in Japan by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd under the concept of “Perfect and Simple”, which promises highly effective skin care while eliminating all the unnecessary ingredients and additives.  Since its introduction in Japan in 2004, the Hada Labo brand has grown to more than 60 different products and explanded its success to several Asian countries.  This is the first Japanese skin care line to launch in the U.S. at mass retailers like Ulta.

While I only had the opportunity to try one of Hada Labo Tokyo’s products (the Replenishing Hydrator), I instantly loved the product and I’m already on my fourth bottle having received my first bottle to test run from ExpoTV.  After just one use, I was amazed at how my skin felt – quenched and soft.  I am so afraid at trying new skin care products because they can have severe affects on my Eczema and cause an irritation or flare up that can take a month to clear up.  After using this product for the last 5 months, I can honestly say I am a HUGE fan.

Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator

Said to boost hydration and plump fine lines, the replenishing hydrator is a product I can use daily (day and night) or when ever I feel I need a little extra boost.  I love that the product is light weight, clear and its liquid like texture is easy to apply and smooth onto the skin.  It penetrates my skin quickly, leaving it soft and moisturized all day long.  There is no scent and it is a non-sticky formula that makes it easy to apply and be on your way to start your day or hit the sheets.

Check out my video review embedded below or click here to watch it directly on YouTube.

Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator comes in a 1.7 fl. oz. bottle that retails on Ulta.com for $17.99.  The packaging is adorable – but I am a huge Sakura fan and love Cherry Blossoms, so that was a huge plus as well.  It comes with a pump which makes distributing the product a breeze and you always get the right amount of product each time.  I noticed while using it that I didn’t feel like I wasted a drop.

Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator

An instant boost of hydration infused with Super Hyaluronic Acid™. This lightweight, fast absorbing hydrator replenishes lost moisture as it combats skin dehydration, helping to prevent premature signs of aging. Skin will look and feel supple and radiant.

  1. Unique, clear liquid formula
  2. Lightweight and fast absorbing
  3. Quick, on-the-go moisture replenishment
  4. Use alone or in combination with other skin care products
  5. Can be applied over make-up
  6. Free from fragrance, parabens, dyes and mineral oils
  7. Suitable for all skin types

Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator

Did you watch my video review (above)?  At the end of the video I do a quick demo of how I apply the product itself.  This is an ideal skin care product for on the go as well as for travel – mainly because it is so easy to apply and not messy like a cream can be.  It’s not sticky on the fingers or on your face and soaks in so quickly, you’ll forget you just applied it.  As if all of those awesome things weren’t great enough – the product not only hydrates my skin but I also noticed a decrease in my fine lines… they didn’t completely disappear but diminished enough that I forgot I had them.

Key Ingredients:

  • Super Hyaluronic Acid (SHA): Proprietary combination of 3 types of Hyaluronic Acid. Powerful hydrator and plumper that provides multi-layer, long lasting moisture to restore and strengthen skin’s natural hydrating levels.
  • Gentle corn-derived glucose-based emollient that helps bind moisture to the skin.

Ingredients:

water, butylene glycol, glycerin, citric acid, dipropylene glycol, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, hydroxyethylcellulose, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, methylisothiazolinone, PPG-10 methyl glucose ether, sodium acetylated hyaluronate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, sodium hyaluronate.

Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator

 

Overall – as if you couldn’t already tell, I’m super duper impressed with this product not only because it didn’t give me any bad reactions but because it actually worked at what it is supposed to do.  And, it’s super affordable so keeping it in my skin care routine is not a daunting task on my pocket book.  Have you tried the Hada Labo Tokyo Replenishing Hydrator before or any Hada Labo Tokyo products?  I am really interested in your thoughts.  If you haven’t, is this something you would try?

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Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum with E + Hyaluronic Acid

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Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum

 

Have you tried using a Vitamin C serum before?  Over the last year I have had the opportunity to try out some cool skin care products and it has had me on a Serum kick lately.  I have been using the Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum with E + Hyaluronic Acid the last few weeks and I am LOVING IT.  I am 34 years young and have really been doing everything I can to improve my skin – especially since I have severe Eczema and sensitive skin naturally.  Trying out different products can leave my face screaming and trying to run in a different direction or happy and excited to reapply.  I am absolutely loving this Vitamin C Serum and I know my skin is loving it too.

Clarity Vitamin C Serum antioxidant blend features Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, and Herbal Extracts, shown to smooth the skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and treat dark spots. Stimulate collagen production for radiant and youthful looking skin.

 

The formula contains ingredients like Vitamin C and Vitamin E that have been shown to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It is easy and fast to apply, and used regularly, it can prevent damage to your skin and keep it looking young and radiant for many years to come.

Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum

This Vitamin C Serum is clear and liquid like in texture – not thick at all.  I use approximately 5 drops of this product each morning and apply it before my other skincare products, but after cleansing.  After putting 5 drops into my clean hand, I rub my hands together and then apply to my clean/dry face, neck and décolleté areas.  Once I apply – I wait a minute or so for the product to soak into my skin and then apply my other daily serums and moisturizer.  Used in combination with some of my favorite skincare products, I have noticed that my skin is not only brighter, but smoother and while I do have wrinkles, I also noticed that they have softened quite a bit since I began using this product.

Clarity ORganic Vitamin C Serum

Skin care products can range in cost and this serum retails for $39.95.  You will receive a 3 FL OZ bottle with a dropper that will make application simple and quick.  I love that this product is pretty affordable considering the benefits and I have used a few Vitamin C Serums in the past that were much more costly.

As I mentioned previously, I have very sensitive skin and many products on the market that will work wonders for others will drive my skin absolutely insane.  After using this product for a few weeks, I haven’t noticed or experienced any break outs, flare ups or irritations from using the product.  I am quite pleased with what it has done for my skin in combination with other products in such a short time frame.

Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum

Ingredients

Deionized Water, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Methylsulfonylmethane, Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide (Botanical Hyaluronic Acid), Hamamelis Virginiana, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Carbomer, Arginine, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Organic Simmondsia Chinensis, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Phenoxyethanol, Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin, Organic Centella Asiatica, Organic Equisetum Arvense, Organic Pelagonium Gravoleons, Organic Taraxacum Officinale

About the Brand
At Eu Natural, our goal is to provide you with the purest nutritional products based on the latest health research. It may cost us more, but we manufacture without the use of any extra fillers, binders, or excipients.

Do you currently use a Vitamin C serum as a part of your skin care regimen?  If so, what benefits have you seen from the product you are using?  If you are interested in trying out Clarity Organic Vitamin C Serum – check out their Amazon store and use CODE: EUN15OFF for a 15% discount on your purchase of your serum.

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The Body Shop Special Edition… Blueberry Body Butter

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As many know, I am a huge supporter and addict of The Body Shop’s products.  Their Special Edition Blueberry Body Butter is no exception and I am absolutely loving how they make my body feel and how awesome they smell.  I wanted to introduce you to the new Blueberry goodies that was just released on January 27th – check out The Body Shop’s Facebook Page for all the details on how you can get a discount on this line.

The Body Shop Blueberry Body Butter

 

I also did a write up on Beauty Stat for the new Blueberry goodies.  Be sure to check it out here:  http://bit.ly/1mSVGuW.  I have photos of all the goodies and you can pick and choose which ones you love best.  Also – don’t forget to check out my Video reveal which you can find here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d4odnQh2OM and see all the product live as I go through each one with you.  The video is also embedded below.

Do you know that the Body Shop sells a jar of body butter every two seconds?  I believe it!  As a big supporter and lover of their products, I make an order about once a month and I am always happy with what they offer.  Check it all out!  Have you tried The Body Shop’s products before?  What are your favorites?

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Perlier Volcanic Thermal Spa – Review and Thoughts

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About a month ago I received the Perlier Volcanic Thermal Spa ($25.00, 6.7 fl oz) by cashing in my ifabbo coins.  When it comes to skin care products or scrubs, I tend to be a little hesitant to try the products because of my very sensitive eczema skin, but I was still a bit excited to test out the product since Volcanic type products are popular here in Hawaii.

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This product is said to be a true beauty treatment for the skin having extracted micronutrients from volcanic rocks that are essential and vital to the cells in the skin.  I was excited but still a little worried at how my skin would react.  Even more so, I was worried that a friend of mine who had tried the same product did not like the results she received after using it on her face… it was just too much for her skin to handle.  After finding this out – I decided that I would test it out on a small area on my jar line.  My face did not like the product at all and in fact, it was just to abrasive for my skin on my face.  I decided that I would try to test out on areas on my body that I knew were a little drier and not as sensitive as my face was.

I tested the product on my elbows and on my heels of my feet.  It worked well… exfoliating those parts of my body without out being too abrasive for them.  It left those areas fairly moisturized and removed dead skin which worked perfectly.  I will not use this on my face, but it still has a use for me.  Being from Hawaii, I expected something with “Volcanic Rocks” to have a more natural scent to it – but it actually smells like a strong lotion.  It’s not completely off putting, but it is stronger than what I had thought I would be smelling.  My formal opinion would be that you test this product somewhere on your body that is a little tougher than your facial area especially if you have sensitive skin as I do.  But, all in all – it exfoliates well, especially for my feet.

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Brighten Your Face, Remove & Prevent Age Spots with Murad – Demo & Review

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It is not secret that I have some crazy sensitive skin and do everything in my power to keep it in control by using natural products and pretty costly serums and products to keep my face and sensitivities at bay.  About a year and a half ago I was diagnosed with eczema after having one of the most horrendous flare ups I could have ever experienced, so I have been very leery to try anything in fear that my skin would have a serious reaction again.

I have used Murad products in the past (cleansers and moisturizers) and while I did like their products, I never continued to use them after the first bottle was used up.  It’s not because the product didn’t work, but because I just transitioned to something more readily available for me.   But after receiving the Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum from Murad and using it the last 10-11 days, I really think this will be one I’ll continue to use.

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Here is what my face looked like prior to my first use:

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Don’t judge, lol – I know I look like a hot mess.  I took this photo the day the Murad Serum arrived in the mail (October 20, 2013).  This was taken earlier in the day before I applied any makeup.

This image was taken with my phone (Samsung Galaxy Note 2) and no editing has been done.

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I took the photo above a few hours later before putting my makeup on since the lighting was a bit better.  Again, same camera and no editing.  In the image you can see some of my freckles on my cheeks as well as pigmentation from my eczema near my mouth area.

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The photo above was taken on Halloween (10/31/13).  The lighting was not as harsh so there wasn’t as much dark cast on the image, but you can tell that my face had lightened up quite a bit, enough so that it was noticeable by people I hadn’t seen for a few days.  My husband even noticed the change. It was not dramatic enough to where I looked odd, but enough to where my skin had added luminosity and looked vibrant and pretty.

Check out my video review below where I discuss all that the product does, some of its key ingredients as well as demo the product for you to show you what my face looked like on the first day of use and then 10-11 days later.  Overall, I’m very impressed by this Serum.  It is backed by one of the leading Skin care companies but it also holds its own as it has definitely proven to be a favorite in my skin care arsenal.  I would like to think the pictures show the results for you as well as the video.

The Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum retails on Murad’s site for $60.00 for 1 fl oz.  Even with daily use, since you need only a thin layer, the product will last you for quite some time.  I do think it is costly, but what skin care products aren’t these days?  I think it will make an awesome addition to any woman’s skin care regimen, regardless of age.

Like I mention in the video below, please be sure to use sunscreen when using this product (or at anytime).  Due to the ingredients it can cause sensitivity problems.  Be sure to watch my video review for more detail on the results I received as well as my experiences.  You can also watch the video here.

This product was sent to me for consideration for review courtesy of BeautyStat.com

All opinions are my own are 100% honest and my own and I was not influenced in anyway to provide a positive or negative review.  I was not compensated in anyway to provide this review.

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