A few months ago, I picked up a travel size jar of Glamglow ThirstyMud Hydrating Treatment as an “Add-on” for $3 from the Ipsy store. Years ago, I bought a cool-looking silver peel-off mask that was so much fun to use, I thought I would try the ThirstyMud Hydrating mask. My and Other User Experiences… Continue reading Glamglow ThirstyMud Hydrating Treatment
Tag: skincare for dry skin
It Really Is “Le Mieux” Hydrating Shea Mask!
PR Sample, Affiliate Links Hyaluronic Shea Mask All things hyaluronic are clearly having another moment. That’s fine with me. Using a hyaluronic acid serum is part of my twice daily regimen. So I was delighted when Le Mieux sent me their Hydrating Shea Mask to try out. Le Mieux means the best in French. I… Continue reading It Really Is “Le Mieux” Hydrating Shea Mask!
Roses on My Mind with Luxurious Irene Forte Rose Face Oil
I was lucky to be the recipient of red roses this year for Valentine’s Day from Jeff. They were resplendent in deep burgundy red. The few that bowed their heads in the vase after a couple of days went into a separate bowl where they are living their best life. Because I love roses, I… Continue reading Roses on My Mind with Luxurious Irene Forte Rose Face Oil
My 2021 Skincare Discovery: Typology Skincare Made in France
PR Samples, Affiliate Links Since February, I have been using Typology Skincare, a global brand with products made in France. It is undoubtedly a skincare brand that you should get to know too. Typology is an affordable, cruelty-free, vegan brand made with natural and organic botanical ingredients including highly effective active ingredients packaged in attractive,… Continue reading My 2021 Skincare Discovery: Typology Skincare Made in France
Patchology Rose Eye Gels & Sheet Masks: Perfect for Spring Celebrations!
The spring typically starts the season for celebrations: Mother’s Day, graduations, weddings, and Memorial Weekend. Which events we celebrate in person are still rather up in the air as we get our COVID vaccinations but continue to be cautious. Nevertheless, in the nice weather we can get together more often and celebrate outdoors. After a… Continue reading Patchology Rose Eye Gels & Sheet Masks: Perfect for Spring Celebrations!
PAYOT Hydra 24+ Creme Glace: Iconic Skincare from Paris
Background and History PAYOT Paris is a skincare brand that is not well-known in the U.S., but somehow I have known about it for a while though I’m not sure how. Since it is a big brand in France, perhaps I saw it in a store or saw one of their day spas. Now it… Continue reading PAYOT Hydra 24+ Creme Glace: Iconic Skincare from Paris
Skincare Faves from 2020
There were not too many good things that I can say about 2020, but as always I did have some excellent skincare discoveries during the past year. I have tossed the empties from some of them and I have a feeling I may have forgotten others, but here’s what comes to mind! I Bought This,… Continue reading Skincare Faves from 2020
Airelle Age-Defying Facial Serum and Eye & Lip Treatment with Blueberry Antioxidants
It’s so interesting to learn the backstory of so many of the independent skincare brands that seem to be popping up everywhere these days. Kasey D’Amato, a physician’s assistant in Dermatology in LA for more than 15 years, was skeptical about the claims she heard from a lot of skincare products. As she got older… Continue reading Airelle Age-Defying Facial Serum and Eye & Lip Treatment with Blueberry Antioxidants
Brand New MyChelle Bio-Firm Hydrogel Concentrate, Coming Soon
I got a sneak peak at three new skincare products for Fall 2018 from one of my favorite natural, organic, cruelty-free, and affordable brands, MyChelle. Rather than overwhelm you with all three at once, I’ll tantalize you with the one that I’ve almost used up! MyChelle Bio-Firm Hydrogel Concentrate. When I first open the small… Continue reading Brand New MyChelle Bio-Firm Hydrogel Concentrate, Coming Soon
Kiehl’s Dynamic Duo: Ginger Leaf & Hibiscus Firming Mask and Midnight Recovery Serum
When it comes to facial masks, I can’t get enough. I have so many it’s ridiculous. All different types. All different benefits. But I only get a professional facial maybe once or twice a year, so I try to do the best I can to take care of my skin at home. I’d like to… Continue reading Kiehl’s Dynamic Duo: Ginger Leaf & Hibiscus Firming Mask and Midnight Recovery Serum
IUNIK Vitamin Hyaluronic Acid Vitalizing Toner: Max HA from Korea
January is when I often concentrate on skincare products. It just seems to fit in with New Year Resolutions to take better care of ourselves. But even though January is just next week, I felt like talking about a skincare product I’ve been meaning to write about for weeks now. I often get fantastic skincare… Continue reading IUNIK Vitamin Hyaluronic Acid Vitalizing Toner: Max HA from Korea
Affordable, Natural Skincare with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry Skin from Derma E
Winter is on the way, if not here already. If you live in a cold climate like I do, that means stepping up your skincare routine. And if you have very dry skin like I do, you probably always have hydration on the brain! Derma E, the affordable natural skincare company, sent me two new-to-me… Continue reading Affordable, Natural Skincare with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry Skin from Derma E
Vichy Mineral 89 Daily Skin Booster: Gimme All the Hydration!
Gimme all the hydration for my skin! I saw Vichy Mineral 89 Daily Skin Booster on a number of bloggers’ sites, and what first attracted me was the bottle. The thick glass ombre bottle looks like water, and the upside down V shape is so unique and modern. I couldn’t pass it by. Vichy Mineral… Continue reading Vichy Mineral 89 Daily Skin Booster: Gimme All the Hydration!
NeoCell Ceramides Skin Hydrator Supplements
When I was offered NeoCell Ceramides Skin Hydrator to try out, I don’t think I knew that it was a bottle of supplements (though I have tried other supplements from NeoCell before). But when they arrived, I was happy to receive a bottle of skincare capsules rather than another skincare serum or cream to try.… Continue reading NeoCell Ceramides Skin Hydrator Supplements
Laurme Sensitive Skincare Collection Review & Giveaway for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast Cancer Awareness Month has personal significance for me and my family because my father died from breast cancer. He was one of the rare 2% of men who had breast cancer. It was especially difficult for him, a very masculine guy, to have what he considered to be… Continue reading Laurme Sensitive Skincare Collection Review & Giveaway for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Paula’s Choice RESIST Daily Smoothing Treatment
There are some skincare products that are an instant hit for me, and Paula’s Choice RESIST Daily Smoothing Treatment is one of them. I’ve been using it for more than three months, so I’ve got plenty of experience with this terrific treatment product. Paula’s Choice RESIST Daily Smoothing Treatment contains 5% AHA/Glycolic Acid and is… Continue reading Paula’s Choice RESIST Daily Smoothing Treatment
Giveaway: Paula’s Choice Resist Omega+ Complex Serum, Superfood for Skin
As much as I love makeup, skincare is the thing. Your skin is for the long term and taking care of it is the most important thing you can do. Plus your makeup will look better if your skin is in good shape! If you haven’t discovered Paula’s Choice yet, you should. I think you… Continue reading Giveaway: Paula’s Choice Resist Omega+ Complex Serum, Superfood for Skin
Belif: Korean Skincare Kits for Dry Skin
My skin has definitely gotten drier over the past 2 months. The cold, dry weather, and the heat from the furnace, the dryness from the fireplace. Dry. Dry. Dry. Although I am often, if not always, testing out new skincare products, sometimes I like to choose some skincare products for myself. During the Sephora VIB events,… Continue reading Belif: Korean Skincare Kits for Dry Skin
Rehydrating My Skin with SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and Mask
I’ve probably mentioned it a million times in the past few weeks, but here I go again. Jeff and I had a fantastic time on vacation in Arizona. I enjoyed every aspect of our trip except what the super dry air did to my skin. I didn’t think it was possible for my face to… Continue reading Rehydrating My Skin with SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and Mask
Bellatorra Cellular Renewal Complex: A Wow Luxury Facial Moisturizer!
Throughout my life, I have always thought that skincare was extremely important. Taking care of your skin from a young age can help slow (but not stop) the hands of time. And a good skincare routine with great products certainly has worked for me. I’ve tried a zillion skincare products over the years. And the… Continue reading Bellatorra Cellular Renewal Complex: A Wow Luxury Facial Moisturizer!