I’ve been using Sophyto’s Daily Skin Rejuventation Collection for a little over two weeks, and my skin is loving it! I’ll be reviewing each product in the collection in the order that I use it. First up is the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser!

Ingredients (provided at sophyto.com)- “Aqua (spring water), coco-glucoside, *pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, *sucrose, *aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice powder, levulinic acid, *alcohol denat, glyceryl caprylate, *olea europaea (olive) leaf extract, glycerin, sodium hydroxide, sodium dehydroacetate, ascorbic acid *Organic, 95% of the agricultural ingredients are produced organically”

The preliminary report I created for this product in the Cosmetics Database gives it a hazard score of 2. There are no individual ingredients with hazard scores above a 2.

Some great things about this product:

1. It’s free of parabens and artificial fragrance/colors.

2. It contains organic ingredients.

3. It’s cruelty-free and vegan.

Product Description(provided at sophyto.com)- “A sublime airy mousse made from concentrated orchard apple extract and raw sugar cane to offer a totally natural solution compared to harsh glycolic acids. The fruit acid foam works upon contact with skin to gently, yet effectively remove cellular build-up revealing a much fresher, glowing complexion.  Because this cleanser does not contain overly rich foaming boosters and sulphates, it requires little to no agitation when rinsing, so suitable for even the most sensitive of skin, including rosacea and acne. AWARD FINALIST “Best Eco Beauty Finalist” 2011 CEW Awards. Always guaranteed to be free from artificial fragrance, colors, fillers and parabens. pH 5 for a normal skin range.”

Price- around $25 for a 150 ml bottle.

Performance- I was a little hesitant to try this product since I’ve had limited success with anything other than cream cleansers, but it was surprisingly gentle and didn’t dry my skin out like I’d anticipated. The mousse-like consistency didn’t even need to be massaged into my skin for me to feel like it had done it’s job, and the tiny bumps I sometimes experience when experimenting with different cleansers were nowhere to be seen! I firmly believe the impressive performance of this product had plenty to do with the additional Sophyto products I used afterwards. Reviews to come!

Scent-The scent is so mild that it’s not easy to describe. It smells clean and also a little like a green apple. I’m for it!

Rating- I’m subtracting a .5 for the hazard score of 2, so 9.5 it is!

I typically keep my mascara confined to my top lashes, but yesterday I decided to mix it up a little and coated the bottom ones as well. Immediately after applying, I remembered why I don’t usually let my mascara venture south. I can’t seem to wear mascara on my lower lashes without looking like a doll. And no, I’m not talking about a doe-eyed baby doll with plump, rosy cheeks. I’m referring to the creepy doll every girl had at some point as a child that she hid in the back of her closet because she was convinced it would steal her soul if given the chance.

We all had that doll, right?

Have you entered the Easy Canvas Print Giveaway yet?  It’s a 50 dollar value; get on it!

I recently began using Sophyto’s Daily Skin Rejuvenation Collection, so I’ll be reviewing some or all of the products individually in the future. It’s far too soon to give a definitive opinion, but my skin isn’t revolting against me yet (which is always a good sign). Be on the lookout for the reviews!

And be on the lookout tomorrow specifically for a recipe that will rock your worlds.

]]> http://turbyandjohn.com/2012/01/26/upcoming-reviews-sophytos-daily-skin-rejuvenation-collection/feed/ 1 http://turbyandjohn.com/2012/01/25/5-finds-for-valentines-day/ http://turbyandjohn.com/2012/01/25/5-finds-for-valentines-day/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:00:50 +0000 Dawn http://dawnandkirby.porchswingmedia.com/?p=3839 Whether or not you approve of/celebrate Valentine’s Day, it will be here before we know it. I, for one, am pretty pumped! Here are a few V-day related treasures that have caught my eye lately:

I can’t be certain until it’s on my finger, but this heart ring might be perfect in every way.

I’m really bad at giving massages (I’ve been made fun of too many times to count), but receiving them poses few or no problems.

My feet would be right at home inside these crochet slippers.

Vanilla moon and mystic dragon’s blood would be my two picks for Valentine’s Day soap scents.

What would Valentine’s Day be without chocolate-covered strawberries? It’d be the worst; that’s what.

I plan to make and send so many sewn paper valentines, much like the ones above. Maybe I’ll receive or or two as well. ; )

Are you planning ahead for Valentine’s Day? I’d love to hear about the special crafts or gifts you’re making!

Sources: Ring, Salve, Slippers, Soap, Cards, Strawberries.

Cover Girl’s NatureLuxe Collection came out last year in the spring, but I only recently became aware of its existence since I tend to avoid this brand like the plague. I happened to see a display on a recent trip to the store with my grandmother, and I immediately made a mental note to do some research.

The green packaging (I’m speaking only in reference to the color and not Cover Girl’s environmental awareness or impact) was a clever move on their part, since most of us associate green with all things natural. And if that doesn’t effectively lure unsuspecting consumers in, then the inclusion of the word “nature” in NatureLuxe certainly will…right?

Don’t be fooled, ladies. Sure, the foundation might contain comfrey root and rose hip extract, but it also has fragrance, phenoxyethanol, propylene glycol, and octinoxate. Oh, and I could keep going.

Surprise! The gloss balm isn’t any better. It’s full of petrochemicals, dangerous preservatives, and vague ingredients like fragrance, propylene glycol, propylparaben, octinoxate, parrafin, and artificial colors. If you ask me, all the shea butter and coconut oil in the world don’t right those wrongs.

Come on, y’all. Let’s act like we’ve got some sense and stick to the products that actually represent nature.

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