Review: Foxbrim Complete Anti-Aging Moisturizer

I love Foxbrim's products, they are always great and this one is no exception. For those of us that are always busy I know a lengthy skincare regimen might not always be possible, so multi-purposed products are our best bet. The Foxbrim Complete Anti-Aging Moisturizer takes the place of a serum, targeted treatment, and a moisturizer saving us a few steps. This moisturizer has added retinol and antioxidants to target the visible signs of aging and to keep our skin looking healthy. 

The Ingredients:

• Vitamin A: Will gently exfoliate the skin from the inside out making it look for youthful and radiant. When using a product that uses Vitamin A always wear a sunscreen and let your Esthetician know before getting any chemical peels! Retinoids degrade in sunlight, so use this moisturizer at night right before bedtime so you can get the most out of this moisturizer! 
• Jojoba Oil: The closest natural oil to your skin's own sebum, this oil works great with your skin to deeply hydrate without clogging your pores.
• Aloe: A natural moisturizer and anti-inflammatory agent, Aloe will soothe and hydrate your skin.

Pros:

• This is a light moisturizer and it sinks into my skin almost immediately
• It leaves absolutely no residue on my skin
• My skin feels noticeably tighter after using this moisturizer
• I like that this moisturizer comes in a pump so you don't have to dig your fingers in a jar and contaminate the whole moisturizer
• My skin looks much brighter and feels baby soft

Cons: 

• This is a very lightweight moisturizer, so if you suffer from extremely dry skin this may not be enough moisture for you. This would still be a great treatment for anti-aging, just add a heavier moisturizer on top.
• This has absolutely no scent to it, for me that is a con because I like a refreshing scent to my facial products. Some people however would see this as a good thing it's all about preference!

You can get the Foxbrim Complete Anti-Aging Moisturizer below:

                                                     


                                

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Review: Dr. Song 50% Lactic Acid Chemical Peel

With the anti-aging hype going on right now, many people turn to serums and facial moisturizers to target their issues, but they don't think about chemical peels. Chemical peels are great because over time they can actually eliminate fine lines and dark spots instead of just masking their appearance. I have had the chance to try out the Dr. Song 50% Lactic Acid chemical peel and my skin has never looked so bright and healthy.

What is a Lactic Acid chemical peel and what are the risks?

Lactic Acid is actually derived from milk, and it is a very mild chemical peel, but you can still see amazing benefits to your skin. In my work as an Esthetician I usually ask a few questions before deciding what chemical peel to use on my clients. If you are looking to get rid of hyperpigmentation, never had a chemical peel, have sensitive or sensitized skin more than likely I would use a Lactic peel on your skin. 

Dr. Song's 50% Lactic Acid Chemical Peel will work by:

• Brightening your skin
• Smoothing the skin giving it an overall softer texture
• Promoting cell turnover and boosting collagen production
• Deep cleansing pores making extractions easier 
• Exfoliating the skin which will get rid of any rough or dead skin cells
• Over time it will reduce or eliminate dark age or sun spots

The Risks:

Lactic Acid chemical peels are more gentle than others such as a Jessner's or TCA peel, so the risks aren't as great,  this is a chemical peel that should require no down time.

• Dry flaking skin in some instances
• Redness
• Sensitivity for a few days

How to use the Dr Song 50% Lactic Acid chemical peel:

• Cleanse your skin thoroughly and gently pat dry
• Apply a toner -if there are any oils left on your skin the peel will not work because it can't get past that barrier. Let the toner sink in and dry
• Get a fan brush, put some of the peel in a shallow dish, coat your brush in the peel.
• Apply the chemical peel in these steps- Forehead, between your brows, outer cheeks, chin, neck, inner cheeks, nose, upper lip. The reasoning behind this is your inner cheeks, nose and upper lip are usually more sensitive to a chemical peel. When applying this peel try to work as quickly as possible without being sloppy be sure to get an even coverage.
• Leave the Lactic Acid on as long as you can, but not longer than 5 minutes.
• Take a COLD towel apply it to your face and press it in to your skin, use it to wipe off the peel, be thorough.
• Apply a moisturizing facial mask. You absolutely need to add moisture after a chemical peel. I do not recommend doing a peel if you don't have a moisturizing mask to follow up with.
• Tone your skin again and let it sink in.
• Apply a serum if you wish, and follow up with a moisturizer
• Apply sunscreen. *do not skip this step* You need a sunscreen 100% of the time after using a chemical peel. Use sunscreen every day otherwise your skin will burn and you may see even more sun spots.
• I recommend using this peel every 2 weeks in a series of at least 6. You will see the most benefits from you skin this way.

You skin should not peel at all with this Lactic Acid so don't worry!

The Dr. Song 50% Lactic Acid chemical peel is a great tool to have at home. My skin has never looked so bright, I get compliments on my skin every day. I recommend this peel for everyone no matter what their skin type, even sensitive!

                                                             

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Review: InstaNatural Vitamin B3 Moisturizer

I have been using InstaNatural's products for months now, they are always great for my skin, and they've done it again! In the colder months of the year everyone's skin tends to dry out, and that is when I reach for my InstaMatural Vitamin B3 Niacinamide moisturizer. 

Why should you try the Vitamin B3 Moisturizer? 

-if you have

• Dry or flaky skin
• Blemishes or acne scarring
• Loss of elasticity
• Dull looking skin
• Hyperpigmentation (age spots or sunspots)
• Broken Capillaries or excessive redness

What will the InstaNatural Vitamin B3 Moisturizer do, and what are the Ingredients?

The Vitamin B3 moisturizer is great at deeply hydrating the skin. It has pure Rosehip oil which will reduce any redness and soothe broken capillaries. This moisturizer contains 5% Niacinamide to reduce inflammation from irritated skin or acne breakouts. Vitamin C is also added for it's anti-aging benefits, it will brighten the skin and fight free radical damage.

I use this moisturizer at night when I'm looking for a little added hydration, but I find it works best for me right after a chemical peel. My skin gets a little sensitized and red after a peel, and once I apply this moisturizer it calms right down and feels soft and smooth. 

The InstaNatural Vitamin B3 moisturizer is a thick consistency night cream perfect for the colder months of the year to deeply hydrate the skin when we need it the most. It comes in a pump so that you can easily administer the correct amount of product on to your fingertips without wasting any, and without having to put your fingers in a jar contaminating it! I would recommend the InstNatural Vitamin B3 moisturizer to anyone that has fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, acne or acne scarring, broken capillaries or excessive redness. InstaNatural also has a 100% satisfaction guarantee. 

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Review: Yumi Beautiful Asteria Anti-Aging Facial Serum

It seems like everyone is concerned with aging skin, so they immediately turn to a Retinol product because they think it will give them fresh youthful looking skin, but most of them aren't aware of the risks of using a Retinol product. As an Esthetician I see women come in for facials that have been using Retinol products for far too long, to the point that their skin is as thin as paper or has a shiny plastic look-not a good thing! There are many risks to using Retinol products such as peeling and flaking of the skin, hypersensitivity, thinning of the skin after prolonged usage and they can happen with any skin type.

Yumi Beautiful has come out with a Retinol alternative Asteria Anti-Aging facial serum, and it has just the same benefits without the harsh side effects. Yumi Beatuiful's Asteria Anti-Aging facial serum will brighten and firm the skin while promoting cell turnover resulting in bright young looking skin. 

The Ingredients and what they do for your skin: 

• Aloe: Great natural skin moisturizer, Aloe will also help soothe the skin.
• Starfish Coelomic Fluid Extract: This fluid is rich in cell signaling molecules which will help restore youthfulness in the skin and promote the cell turnover.
• Hyaluronic Acid: A moisture binder, it will drive moisture deep down into the different layers of your skin. 

This is a great facial serum, I love the fact that it's a Retinol alternative and it doesn't have any harsh effects. I have been using this serum on my skin and it has really helped moisturize and brighten. The Yumi Beautiful Asteria Anti-Aging Serum comes in a high quality pump so you can administer just the right amount of product to your fingertips without wasting anything. The serum itself is a light blue color and to me smells slightly like the sea, and when applied to the skin gives a refreshing cooling feel. The Yumi Beautiful Asteria Anti-Aging facial serum would be great for any skin type! 

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Review: Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Hyaluronic Acid is a very little known skincare ingredient, but it's one that is key to diminishing the signs of aging. I got the chance to review the Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum, and it worked wonders on my skin. 

I love the Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum because it has a very short list of ingredients, which means it is a highly powerful skincare treatment.

Ingredients:

• Neroli: Improves skin's elasticity and stimulates cell turnover. Neroli can also help with diminishing scars.
• Hyaluronic Acid: Binds 1,000 times it's own weight in water. This is a great natural skin moisturizer and helps drive moisture deep into the different layers of skin.
• Ferulic Acid: Treats aging skin and sun spots. It is also used in combination with Vitamin E and C to boost their anti-oxidant benefits.
• Vitamin C: Neutralizes free radical damage so it helps treat aging skin. Vitamin C also helps brighten the skin making it look bright and youthful.

I suffer from extremely dry skin, so the Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Serum has been a great treatment for me. I cleanse my skin as I normally do, then I apply toner and then I apply this serum, after that I add my moisturizer and then I'm done! This serum has dramatically changed the suppleness of my skin, I no longer have dry flaky areas on my face. The Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Serum would be great for any skin type, dry, combination, oily, sensitive, or acneic. 

I love that this serum comes in a pump bottle, that way you can administer the correct amount to your fingertips and you don't find yourself wasting product. This is a thick consistency so it doesn't drip all over the place, and I find that this serum sinks into the skin very quickly.

Petunia's Skincare Anti-Aging Serum is 100% cruelty free and they offer a 100% money back guarantee! The only negative I have to say about this serum is the fact that is smells very strongly of Neroli, and personally I'm not a fan of that scent, but once you get past the scent it's a great product! 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.