SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Korean Skincare Line

August 28, 2023

Hi again! Had to come back on my blog and share a newfound love for a Korean skincare brand! SKIN1004 has entered the chat and I have nothing but good reviews of their skincare products. The Madagascar Centella skincare line is made of minimal essential ingredients for gentle but effective skincare, while excluding unnecessary harmful preservatives or chemicals. The brand’s core ingredient - Centella Asiatica is harvested from Madagascar which is the origin of the preservation of pure plants for hundreds of years or in their words, “the untouched nature”. Continue reading to discover some of my favorites from SKIN1004!

AMPOULE

A soothing ampoule that helps calm and restore imbalance in the skin caused by harsh environments.

LIGHT CLEANSING OIL

A lightweight, oil-based cleanser that gently melts away makeup, dirt, oils and sunscreen without stinging the eye area.

PROBIO-CICA ENRICH CREAM

Firms skin texture and strengthens the skin barrier by cloning the lamellar structure of skin barrier cells, the healthy foundation of skin lipids. Contains skin-friendly seed oils that enhance absorption of highly nutritious essence to soothe dry skin. This high-concentration cream is with an advanced formula that gently adheres to the skin and leaves a silky finish.

CLEANSING FOAM

A rich, foaming cleanser with the ideal pH level of 5 effectively removes makeup and impurities without stripping the skin.

PROBIO-CICA TONER

Soothes blemishes and reduces excess oil production, diminishes the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, provides deep hydration, and strengthens the skin barrier. This toner has hydration like no other.

PROBIO-CICA AMPOULE

A highly concentrated ampoule, which has the nutritional and efficacy of fermented centella, takes care of the skin healthily with quick sedation on irritated skin.

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ELEMIS Skincare Favorites

November 13, 2020

SKINCARE FAVORITES: PRO-COLLAGEN TRI-ACID PEEL | PRO-COLLAGEN ENERGISING MARINE CLEANSER | PRO-COLLAGEN EYE REVIVE MASK | PRO-COLLAGEN MARINE CREAM SPF 30 | ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN AQUA INFUSION MASK

Happy Friday! Today I’m discussing one of my favorite British skin wellness brand with an aromatherapist’s soul, an artist’s spirit, and a scientist’s commitment to results. An innovative and global skincare brand with over 30 years of expertise and available in over 45 countries, their belief in ‘truth in beauty’ is as real as it can get! I’ve tried multiple products from ELEMIS and though it was hard to choose, I whittled down 5 of my all-time favorite products to share with you guys! A great acid peel that is the only peel that has not irritated my face, an amazing hydrating mask, even a more specific eye mask that really gets the job done and more! Continue reading to learn more about these products along with where you can find them!

PRO-COLLAGEN TRI-ACID PEEL

Reveal a complexion that looks fresh, youthful and rejuvenated with this innovative line-refining peel. Formulated with an 8% Tri-Acid Complex of Lactobionic, Asiatic and Mandelic Acids, it lifts away dull and dead skin cells for a smoother and renewed-looking appearance. The concentrated formula is clinically proven to reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles whilst improving the appearance of skin tone and luminosity. After just one use, the complexion looks visibly brighter and refined, minimizing the look of pores and texture. Powerful, yet gentle on the skin, the formula is infused with Padina Pavonica and Chlorella to support the skin’s moisture barrier and leave the complexion looking firmer and feeling soft and hydrated. I love the scent as well!

PRO-COLLAGEN ENERGISING MARINE CLEANSER

This luxurious gel cleanser helps energize the skin for optimum performance. Supercharged with minerals Magnesium, Zinc and Copper and a trio of acids, the advanced formula leaves the complexion looking beautifully revived and rejuvenated. It builds to a soft, rich lather to easily lift away makeup and daily grime without stripping the skin of essential moisture. The deep cleansing action helps reduce excess oil and minimizes the look of pores, for skin that feels rebalanced and invigorated.

PRO-COLLAGEN EYE REVIVE MASK

This moisture-plumping eye mask is formulated with next generation Flash Filler Hyaluronic Acid, wrinkle-reducing Watermelon Snow Algae and antioxidant-rich Bush Clover to deeply hydrate and reduce the visible effects of tension and strain around the eye contour. The bouncy gel texture feels cool and refreshing on the skin and instantly leaves the eye area looking smoother and more youthful. The 3-in-1 formula can be used as an overnight anti-aging mask, a hydrating under eye primer and a moisturizing rescue balm to smooth and rejuvenate the delicate skin around the eyes during the day.

PRO-COLLAGEN MARINE CREAM SPF 30

Since its launch in 2003, Pro-Collagen Marine Cream has been globally recognized for its gel-cream texture, skin-loving formula and clinically proven results. The addition of SPF 30 has taken this bestselling anti-aging day cream to a whole new level by delivering the sun protection you need, the wrinkle-smoothing results you want in a texture you'll love. This super moisturizing, yet ultra-light gel cream quenches thirsty skin and increases hydration by up to 253% in 1 hour. Formulated with powerful marine and plant actives including Padina Pavonica, Chlorella and Ginkgo Biloba, the advanced formula is clinically proven* to reduce the look of look of fine lines and wrinkles in 2 weeks. It also helps to improve the look of firmness and elasticity for skin that looks smooth and rejuvenated.

ULTRA SMART PRO-COLLAGEN AQUA INFUSION MASK

This clinically proven mask targets multiple signs of aging by delivering a triple level approach to hydration. Powered by ULTRA SMART Aqua Shuttle Technology, this cooling gel mask delivers instant and 24-hour moisture to improve the appearance of deep set lines, firmness and elasticity, for a visibly younger-looking complexion. My skin always looks very plump after each use!

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Dear Dahlia Favorites

October 29, 2020

DEAR DAHLIA FAVORITES: LIP PARADISE INTENSE SATIN LIPSTICKS | MESMERIZING MOMENT COLLECTION PALETTE ANGELIC NUDE | PARADISE MOISTURE VEIL LIP GLAZE | ETERNAL SHINE ILLUMINATING PALETTE

THIS POST IS SPONSORED BY DEAR DAHLIA BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN

Though makeup has the power to change how a person looks to the point of being unrecognizable, I’m a firm believer in makeup enhancing your natural features instead of hiding them. In today’s post, I’m sharing a newly discovered Korean makeup brand that I’m completely in love with! All of their high-performance products are infused with Dahlia Variabilis Flower Extract, which is perfect for the name of the brand – Dear Dahlia. This extract has been proven antioxidant properties, help protect the skin from damage and provide anti-aging benefits for healthier looking skin. Their packaging has a modern classic design aesthetic, that has a unique charm with sophistication and elegance, the quality of the products are what stand out. Continue reading to learn more about these products along with where you can find them!

Lip Paradise Sheer Dew Tinted Lipstick Blooming Edition

LIP PARADISE INTENSE SATIN LIPSTICKS

Lip Paradise Intense Satin lipsticks combines plant based natural ingredients with skin conditioning properties of Dahlia Variabilis Flower extract to naturally nourish lips. Rich and creamy high-pigmented formula gently and continuously wrap your lips without dryness or flakiness. Very moisturizing.

Mesmerizing Moment Collection Dear Dahlia

MESMERIZING MOMENT COLLECTION PALETTE ANGELIC NUDE

DEARDAHLIA Mesmerizing Moment Collection Palette Angelic Nude is an exquisite assortment of complexion complementary eyeshadows. Capturing the grace in timeless beauty, This palette features 8 quintessential shades including velvety mattes, silky shimmers, and high sparkle glitters. The buttery smooth texture adorns the eyes while building and blending seamlessly to offer a rich range of wearable combinations. Infused with Dahlia Variabilis Flower Extract with proven skin conditioning properties to help protect the skin and provide long lasting benefits for healthy looking skin.

PARADISE MOISTURE VEIL LIP GLAZE

This air light formula will delightfully hug your lips and protect them from wear and tear, so that a nice color stays on throughout the day. Kind of tinted lip gloss, but without the stickiness. The glaze finish will have your lips look fuller and voluptuous at any angle. And thanks to the anti-oxidizing effects of the patented Dahlia flower extracts that really make the products. Highly recommended these lip glazes for everyday lippies.

ETERNAL SHINE ILLUMINATING PALETTE

The Eternal Shine Illuminating Palette features highlighters with 4 essential luminous finishes, ranging from a natural, healthy glow to intense radiance. The ultra-fine textures concentrated with multi-dimensional shimmery pigments can be worn alone or blended together to create customized looks. A really beautiful, quality palette.

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Purito Skincare Favorites

October 4, 2020

PURITO SKINCARE PRODUCTS: DEEP FOAMING CLEANSER | CENTELLA GREEN LEVEL UNSCENTED SUNSCREEN | CENTELLA UNSCENTED TONER | BOOSTING ESSENCE

THIS POST IS SPONSORED BY PURITO BUT ALL OPINIONS ARE MY OWN.

There are some skincare rituals that are not just a must, but imperative to long-life healthy skin! One of these is sunscreen. I’ve been testing out several different ones during the summer, and finally found, ‘The One.’ Yet there are other essentials to achieving glowing skin. Essence water is literally essential in my skincare regimen as well as a good foaming cleanser. I’m a big supporter of Korean beauty skincare products - been using them since I was a little girl with my mom. In today’s post, I’m sharing a really great K-Beauty brand that has a great line of skincare products, especially their top-selling sunscreen. Continue reading to learn more about these products along with where you can find them!

FERMENTED COMPLEX 94 BOOSTING ESSENCE

The Fermented Complex 94% highly concentrated micro-particles, which are designed to help ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin. This essence has a light and clear texture that help to revitalize dull skin. It contains skin lightening ingredients such as Niacinamide and Adenosine to increase skin elasticity and improve its texture. This product fills the skin with moisture and keeps skin hydrated for a longer time. While toner hydrates the surface of the skin, facial essence adds moisture to the skin from deep within. Traditionally, an essence is used as the first step in treatment. I always apply essence before serum to help better absorb the serum into skin. Definitely gives that bouncy, supple and dewy skin. The boosting essence is a great addition to any skincare routine.

CENTELLA GREEN LEVEL UNSCENTED SUNSCREEN

If you couldn’t use sunscreen because you were put off by its strong scent or because your skin doesn’t take well to natural essential oils, you should try the new PURITO Centella Unscented Sun. Use the highly concentrated super centella and enjoy cica-care with an increased content of madecassoside. The new cica-care enhances the skin barrier to provide better protection from strong ultraviolet rays and external stimuli. The product contains mild and safe ingredients that are EWG Green Level Grades 1 and 2 to avoid side effects of the existing chemical sunscreens such as eye and skin irritation. It doesn’t cause any discomfort, even when applied to sensitive skin. If applying sunscreen before makeup was a burden because of the white cast and the stifling feeling, this sunscreen is the solution for that! Highly recommended for all skin types, but especially sensitive skin.

CENTELLA UNSCENTED TONER

This is an upgraded version of Centella Green Level Calming Toner that does not contain essential oils. I reviewed the scented toner last year, you can find the link here. This toner contains 10% Centella Asiatica Extract and Panthenol soothe and relieve irritated skin. Another ingredient in the toner is Sodium Hyaluronate that attracts moisture and penetrates deep into the skin due to its small molecular structure, nourishing rough skin. With a low pH of 5.5 and alcohol-free properties, this toner can be used on sensitive skin in the first step of your skincare regimen.

FROM GREEN DEEP FOAMING CLEANSER

This cleanser is formulated with natural ingredients and does not contain chemical surfactants such as SLS and SLES, which can cause irritation, making it great for people with all skin types including sensitive skin. It leaves the skin moisturized after cleansing and is great for morning and nighttime use. Keeping skin's acid mantle at the optimal pH of 5.5, this cleanser protects the skin barrier. Fine and rich foam removes impurities from the pores, and the Centella Asiatica Extract strengthens the skin barrier, hence resulting in healthy skin.

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August Beauty Favorites

August 31, 2020

BEAUTY FAVORITES: BEAUTY COUNTER BEYOND GLOSS | ATELIER COLOGNE CLEMENTINE CALIFORNIA | GLOW RECIPE WATERMELON GLOW TONER | ELEMIS SUPERFOOD GLOW PRIMING MOISTURIZER | ELEMIS SUPERFOOD AHA GLOW CLEANSING BUTTER | GOOD MOLECULES DISCOLORATION CORRECTING SERUM | FIRST AID BEAUTY EYE DUTY NIACINAMIDE BRIGHTENING CREAM

Summer is coming to an end and I’m back with my monthly beauty favorites! In today’s post, I’m sharing the latest skincare and makeup products that I discovered to be my favorites from the month of August. This includes a lip gloss with a responsibly source vanilla, a pore-minimizing toner that smells of juicy watermelon, a multi-purpose moisturizer that also works as a primer and a highlighter, a summer fragrance that is unisex and also can be continually used through the fall season! And more! Continue reading to learn more about these products along with where you can find them!

BEAUTY COUNTER BEYOND GLOSS

This gloss delivers high-impact shine and conditioning lip benefits, while taking transparency to the next level with ingredients that care for your lips—and the greater good. Formulated with a blend of waxes to lock in moisture (with no stickiness), this gloss delivers cushiony color and a sophisticated scent thanks to responsibly sourced vanilla. ECOCERT-certified organic vanilla from Madascascar, Beauty Counter’s supplier is committed not only to sourcing the highest quality of vanilla, but also to improving the quality of life for their community of farmers. This is definitely something I am on board with!

ATELIER COLOGNE CLEMENTINE CALIFORNIA

This scent contains notes of clementine from Italy, juniper berries from Turkey, and vetiver from Haiti. The fresh and fruity perfumes from across the world combine in this citrus cologne for men and women to create a summer scent that evokes sunshine, blue skies, and endless miles of sparkling beachfront. Perfect for those who love a citrus-based fragrance as well as those who love a fragrance that smells sweet but not too sweet and really fresh.

GLOW RECIPE WATERMELON GLOW PHA + BHA PORE-TIGHT TONER

Suitable for all skin types, this bouncy, alcohol-free toner is made with PHA and willow bark, a natural form of BHA, to help unclog pores while hydrating skin. Combined with watermelon, hyaluronic acid, and cactus water, it smooths without stripping skin of its moisture, for poreless, glowing skin. Due to cactus water and cucumber in the formula, scent is herbal with a fruity finish. I definitely noticed a significant reduction in my pore size after only using it for a couple of weeks.

ELEMIS SUPERFOOD GLOW-PRIMING MOISTURIZER

Turn up the brightness while hydrating skin with Elemis’ glow-getting Superfood Glow Priming Moisturizer. A radiance enhancing blend of kombucha and fermented ginger extracts helps to even out skin tone, while green tea seed oil and an active prebiotic help leave the complexion feeling soft, balanced and nourished. Enhanced with universally flattering light-reflecting minerals, the featherlight formula can be used as a radiance-enhancing moisturizer, a hydrating makeup primer and an illuminating highlighter.

ELEMIS SUPERFOOD AHA GLOW CLEANSING BUTTER

Packed with brightening AHAs and skin softening Mango Butter, this nourishing facial cleanser removes makeup, daily pollutants and daily grime to reveal a healthy-looking radiance. The buttery formula can be used as a daily cleanser, a deep cleansing mask or a hydrating makeup remover around the eyes and face for smooth and glowing skin.

GOOD MOLECULES DISCOLORATION CORRECTING SERUM

Formulated with an advanced form of tranexamic acid (cetyl tranexamate mesylate) and 4% niacinamide, this lightweight serum improves the appearance of age spots, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage. It’s a great lightener but please note it takes a few weeks to start noticing results.

FIRST AID BEAUTY EYE DUTY NIACINAMIDE BRIGHTENING CREAM

This cream is formulated with peach micro-pearls to help the eye area appear dewy and revitalized, while sodium hyaluronate helps smooth and visibly plump. It is also formulated with niacinamide, pumpkin seed extract, and caffeine to help diminish the look of dark circles over time by targeting two key causes: skin pigmentation (brown circles) and puffiness (blue circles). I can literally see a difference as soon as I apply the brightening cream around my eye area, really amazing stuff!