Exuviance Illumination Duo Set

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With new technology and science constantly evolving – skin care has definitely improved over the years.  Now, serums and cleansers, moisturizers and more are available for those looking for younger, brighter, youthful skin.  I have used quite a few different brands and types of skincare over the year, but Exuviance has definitely given me the opportunity to try out something unique and cool.  The last week I have felt like a scientist and I think it’s pretty cool – lol.

This duo combines the power of our nighttime transformer, Evening Restorative Complex, with the 100% pure active formulation of Vitamin C+ Anti-aging Booster for a potent anti-aging cocktail that combats the visible signs of aging.

Now I have heard of Exuviance before, recently actually… but have never tried any of the products they offer, so this gave me the opportunity to see if this worked for me.  Like I mentioned previously, it kind of reminds me of doing a science experiment because you take one product and mix with the other.  I was impressed by how easy it all came together and how simple the product was to mix and use.

Exuviance Illumination Duo combines the power of our nighttime transformer, Exuviance Evening Restorative Complex, with the 100% pure active formulation of Exuviance Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster for a potent antiaging cocktail that combats the visible signs of aging.

The Evening Restorative Complex I received is made for normal/combination skin.  It is clinically proven to repair the signs of aging.  PHA/Bionic Complex plus antioxidants improve fine lines and texture.  Retailing for $48.00 (on its own), it includes 1.75oz/50g worth of product.  Dermatologist-developed and created by Drs. Van Scott and Yu, this product is non-comedogenic and allergy tested.

Ingredients Evening Restorative Complex: Aqua (Water), Gluconolactone, Propylene Glycol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, PEG-100 Stearate, Lactobionic Acid, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethoxydiglycol, Palmitic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Ceteareth 20, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate, Ascorbyl (Vitamin C) Palmitate, Retinyl (Vitamin A) Palmitate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Algae Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Echinacea Purpurea (Coneflower) Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Xanthan Gum, Steareth-2, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Ammonium Hydroxide, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Phosphatidyl Choline, Polyacrylamide, Octyldodecanol, Disodium EDTA, Myristic Acid, Laureth-7, Disteareth-100 IPDI, Methylparaben, Chlorphenesin, Parfum (Fragrance), Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxyisohexyl-3-Cyclohexenecarboxaldehyde, Butyl Phenyl Methylpropional, CI 42090 (Blue #1), CI 19140 (Yellow #5).

– Evening Restorative Complex is clinically proven to improve overall skin texture, tone, and appearance
– 90% saw smoother skin after 4 weeks of using Exuviance Evening Restorative Complex
– Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster amps up the effects of the Evening Restorative Complex, helping to fade the look of dark spots while improving firmness and smoothing wrinkles

The powerful Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Gluconolactone in Evening Restorative Complex decreases lines and wrinkles, evens skin tone and improves roughness and texture. Lactobionic Acid – a potent antioxidant – inhibits wrinkles from forming, plumps and firms the skin, and enhances clarity. This bionic blend of PHAs, along with botanicals and Vitamins A, C and E, delivers full-strength anti-aging benefits without drying or irritation, even on the most sensitive skin types.

The Exuviance Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster retails for $72.00 and you get 10g/0.35oz worth of product.  This targeted treatment is formulated to restore firmness, smooth lines, diminish the look of age spots and protect against future damage.  This particular product is powder like and can get a bit messy so take your time working with it and use the attachments that come with the booster for ease of use.

Ingredients Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Gluconolactone, Acetyl Cysteine, Zinc Gluconate, Arginine.  

The Vitamin C+ Anti-aging booster is quite unique and unlike any other product I have tried before.  Each night I take just a few shakes (a small scoop is included if you want to go that route) and mix it with the daily  moisturizer before applying to my face.

The 100% pure active formulation of Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster contains Vitamin C, an essential co-factor in collagen synthesis, known for its power to strengthen skin’s matrix, improve firmness and smooth wrinkles. Plus, we’ve added our patented super antioxidant, Aceta-C™, to enhance the natural antiaging effects of Vitamin C, amplifying its skin-protecting and pigment-evening effects. Together, they help fade the appearance of unwanted dark spots, and strengthen skin’s defenses against future discoloration and signs of aging. (What does 100% actives mean? The formula does not contain water or fillers, etc. All the ingredients are benefit ingredients.)

I haven’t used these products long enough to see any visible results, but I have definitely enjoyed using it the last week.  While it was a bit intimidating to use at first, after putting it together for the first time, it was simple thereafter.  My skin does feel moisturized and I like that the product itself does not have a strong scent.  The moisturizer is a great creamy like consistency – that similar to body lotion, with a little more body.  Application is easy and it soaks into my skin nicely and quickly so that I’m not worried about the product sitting on the surface over night.  Since I do have severely sensitive skin, I did notice that I had a slight reaction to the product, leaving my face a little red and irritated, but I noticed it only happened a few times and for the most part, the products worked well and overall did a pretty good job.  I’ll come back in a month and do an update as to the progress.

You can purchase the duo on the Exuviance website for $77.00 – which is a $43 savings from purchasing it separately so I highly suggest that you purchase them together as a set.  Stay tuned for more information and update in the coming month once I have had more time to use the product.

For more information on the products mentioned, visit: http://www.neostrata.com/product/exuviance+illumination+duo.do

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