Olay - Fresh Effects (Shine, Shine Go Away!) Shine Minimizing Cleanser

Olay is one of my favorite brands, from bar soaps to cleansers and moisturizers, I love everything they have !

When they introduced their Fresh Effects line I was super exited, from packaging to variety of products I knew I had to buy them sometime ! What I like most about the line is that you can mix and match products depending on your skin needs, so you can create your own perfect beauty routine! 

I received a sample from the Shine, Shine Go Away! Shine Minimizing Cleanser a couple of weeks ago from an online promotion they did, and I became a fan!  after 5 days of using it I went to buy the full size!

This is what I experienced:

I have oily skin so shine control is a must for me! I was surprised by the texture of this cleanser, it's like a clay-ish cream, I love it ! I put a small amount in my face and I feel like the cleanser is absorbing all the dirt and oil, a little amount goes a long way !

It does a great job keeping my pores clean as well, and it doesn't dry out my skin! The only thing is that I feel it does not remove my eye makeup very well (waterproof mascara) but I always try to use eye makeup remover before any cleanser so it's not a big problem!

I like to use it more in the mornings than at night.

The main before/after difference is that it cleans and controls my oily skin during the day!

After 5 days of using it I went to buy the full size :) !

Brand

Olay

Product Type

Facial Cleanser

Description

Lift away impurities for a deep down to the pores clean that minimizes shine.

Directions

Splash your face. Dispense a small amount of product into hands. Add water and work into a lather, adding more water if necessary. Massage gently onto face and neck. Rinse thoroughly for a deeply refreshing cleansing experience. Avoid direct contact with eyes.

Size

Full Size - 5.0 Fl Oz.

Price

$5.99

Website

http://www.olay.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/olay

Napoleon Perdis - Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Skin Primer

“Not to Prime is a Crime!” - Napoleon Perdis

I love online shopping! The fact that you can have almost anything delivered to your doorstep will never stop to amaze me!

I bought  in Neiman Marcus the Neo Noire Long-Wear Liquid Eyeliner Pen  from Napoleon Perdis ($20) back in March and I got as a gift a deluxe sample of the Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Skin Primer, many stores are having amazing beauty offers so be on the look for that !

After using this primer this is what I experienced:

The first thing I noticed was the smell, it's so good! It looks like a soft white cream, its light weight so when I apply it on my face I couldn't even feel it was there!

It dries fast and it allowed me to apply my foundation very smoothly, I did noticed a big difference on how my foundation looked, much more evenly!

 During the rest of the day I felt my skin hydrated and the base of my makeup lasted so long! If you have acne-prone skin this is a great option!

The main before/after difference is that my face feels moisturized with my makeup lasting longer and a healthy looking glow!

(full size product image via www.napoleonperdis.com)

Brand

Napoleon Perdis

Product Type

Foundation Primer

Description

Auto Pilot helps to prime and soothe the complexion for that flawless finish and helps makeup last even longer.

Directions

Apply it all over your face before any foundation.

Size

Full-size -  1.7oz

Price

$42.00

Website

www.napoleonperdis.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/napoleonperdisfanpage

Olay - Regenerist micro-sculpting eye cream & lash serum duo

If you love to try and see new products you should definitely become a member of Vocalpoint, is a community for learning and sharing about new products through samples and coupons, they send you samples and you write reviews of what you thought of the products you try!

It's a great way to see what's new out there and see what people think.

Last month they offered a full-size sample of the Olay - Regenerist micro-sculpting eye cream & lash serum duo, and I receive it last week!

www.totalbeauty.com just call this product the Editor's pick for best brow/lash serum in their 2013 beauty awards!

This is what I experienced:

This product is a combination of an hydrating eye cream with a nourishing lash serum, I've been using it in the mornings and nights.

Since using the cream, I have seen improvements, the skin around my eye area is softer and looks great, feels very moisturized, a little cream goes a long way! The texture is very light and non greasy at all, after a week I notice my eyelids and lines are smoother.

The serum it's great! I can feel my lashes look thicker, I apply it before mascara in the morning, and at night just before going to bed, the bristles are a little bit sharp, but after 2 or 3 times you don't feel a thing,  I can't wait to see if they start to grow more!

The main before/after difference is that my eye area looks smoother and my lashes thicker and fuller ! Definitely a beauty must have!

Brand

Olay

Product Type

Eye Cream & Lash Serum

Description

Combines a hydrating Eye Cream with a nourishing Lash Serum to provide smoother-looking lids, firmer skin and instantly thicker-looking lashes.

Directions

Use Regenerist Eye & Lash Duo in two steps:
1. Using your ring finger, gently dab the Eye Cream under your eye and on the lid to soften the appearance of lines and smooth the look of lids.
2. Use the lash brush to sweep serum onto lashes, instantly coating to thicken and nourish lashes. After lashes dry, top with your favorite mascara, if desired.

Size

Cream - .34oz

Serum - .17oz

Price

$25.00

Website

www.olay.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/olay

Smashbox - Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Smashbox Cosmetics is a brand that I really like, the quality of their products it's amazing, I received a sample of their Photo Finish Foundation Primer and it was love at first sight !

This is what I experienced:

After washing my face, before putting any makeup on, I applied a small amount of the primer all around my face (a small amount goes a long way) , the texture is so light and soft, it makes your skin feel like satin-smooth!

It felt a little bit greasy at the beginning but it disappear after a couple of minutes, leaving your face fresh ready for makeup !

The primer lets your foundation go much more smoother on your face and lasts all day ! isn't that amazing?! All your makeup and blush stay put and you don't need to be retouching it several times a day !

The main before/after difference is that my makeup lasts all day long and the primer makes my skin and foundation look amazing !

Brand

Smashbox

Product Type

Foundation Primer

Description

Create a perfect canvas for foundation application with this lightweight, oil-free, silky blend of vitamins A & E, grape seed extract and green tea. Worn alone or under foundation to increase its longevity, this unique formula helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and pores for visibly softer skin with a velvety smooth finish. Oil free. 

Directions

Smooth over clean, moisturized skin. Can be worn alone or underneath foundation.

Size

Original - 1oz

Price

$36.00

Website

http://www.smashbox.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/smashbox-cosmetics

StriVectin - Get Even Brightening Serum

Hello March!

Today I'm going to talk about the StriVectin-EV Get Even Brightening Serum, I like this brand very much, they focus on  antiaging skin treatments and skincare products.

I believe that taking good care of your skin is the most important part of feeling and looking beautiful, it even allows the makeup to look better and you feel more confident.
I got this sample from an online promotion they did a while ago!

This is what I experienced:

I use it at night after cleaning my face, it's a lightweight cream that absorbs very quickly on my skin, I have sensitive skin and prone to break outs but I was happily surprised to see that the product didn't cause any!

After a few days I noticed that it did lighten my skin and it felt really soft!  I even started to apply less foundation !

The main before/after difference is that my skin feels softer, brighter and my pores look smaller.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Brand

StriVectin

Product Type

Anti-Aging Treatment

Description

A concentrated face serum to reduce age spots, brighten skin tone, and improve the complexion’s clarity and radiance.

Directions

Apply to clean skin before moisturizer in AM and PM. For best results follow with Strive tin-SD Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks & Wrinkles.

Size
Full size - 1.7oz

Price

$89.00

Website

http://www.strivectin.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/StriVectin

ALGENIST - 10 Day Challenge

Hello!

Let's take the challenge! I got this samples yesterday from Algenist in a promotion they did on their Facebook page, and I'm ready to use them for the next 10 days, so I'll keep you posted on the results !

The samples are from their Concentrated Reconstructing Serum formulated with Alguronic Acid, the serum minimizes the appearance of deep wrinkles and fine lines, while helping to restore skin density and elasticity.

For radiant, younger-looking skin at any age in just 10 days ! so let's see how it goes !

Happy Friday everyone !!!

Burt's Bees - Sensitive daily moisturizing cream

I got some samples of the Burt's Bees  Sensitive daily moisturizing cream a couple of weeks ago.  I like Burt's Bees very much because the company makes their products with natural ingredients and they engage in environmental friendly practices, it's always great being able to give back!

I tried them in the mornings after washing my face.

This is what I experienced:

It's a lightweight moisturizer so you don't need to use a huge amount of it, it has a nice scent, and like all Burt's Bees products, it is made with mainly natural ingredients.

I do have sensitive skin, so I like that it didn't cause any irritation at all, the only thing is that since it does not contain SPF I like to add some extra on my face, but everyone is different !

The main before/after difference is that my face feels smooth all day with no oily residue! 

Brand
Burt's Bees

Product Type

Moisturizing Cream

Description

This light, fast absorbing cream is clinically proven to moisturize, calm and soothe sensitive skin. Uniquely formulated with cotton extract to help improve skin's barrier function to maintain natural moisture, rice extract to help combat environmental aggressors which can irritate skin prone to sensitivity, and skin soothing aloe. Naturally gentle and skin friendly for daily use.

Directions

Use daily after cleansing with cleanser. Gently smooth over face and neck.

Size

Full size - 1.8 oz

Price

$15.00

Website

http://www.burtsbees.com

Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/burtsbees