Posts Tagged ‘moisturizer’

Coconut Oil: Refined vs Unrefined

May
8th
2012
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I've always heard that unrefined coconut oil is the way to go when it comes to cooking, and this makes plenty of sense.  Apparently the polyphenols in coconut oil, which can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, are damaged during the refining process. I've also read that the proteins/minerals are significantly diminished after being refined.

 But because it was the cheaper option at the health food store, I've been moisturizing my body with organic refined coconut oil for the past couple of weeks. Common sense tells me...

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Stark Skincare Cypress Purity+Defense Oil Review

Apr
12th
2012
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T&J

Rating:

9.5
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Today's review is of Stark Skincare's Cypress Purity+Defense Oil, the last of the Stark samples I received for review. Since all of the products have been such a treat, I won't say I saved the best for last...but this oil sure is special! Ingredients (provided by Jessica and soon to be up at starkskincare.com)- "Oryza sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Prunus armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Camellia oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil, Argania spinosa (Argan) Nut Oil,Tocopherol (vitamin E), Cupressus sempervirens (Cypress) oil, Citrus bergamia (bergamot) oil, and...

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Stark Skincare Grapefruit Cleanse+Hydrate Balm Review

Apr
11th
2012
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T&J

Rating:

10
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  Today I'll be reviewing Stark Skincare's Grapefruit Cleanse+Hydrate Balm. If you're not already aware of how much I love multi-use products, then you're about to be. Sit tight! Ingredients (provided by Jessica and soon to be up at starkskincare.com)- "Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Fruit Butter, Cocos nucifera (Virgin Coconut) Oil, Theobroma cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Glycine soja (Soybean) butter Candelilla (Euphorbia cerifera ) Wax, Camellia oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil, Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Maranta Arundinacea (Arrowroot) Root Powder, Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel wax, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), pure essential oils/huiles essentielles...

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Olivella Nourishment Cream Review

Mar
26th
2012
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T&J

Rating:

9
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  Remember my mention of the Olivella Nourishment Cream sample I received? Well, today I'll be reviewing it! Ingredients (provided on product packaging)- water, olive fruit oil,glycerin,cetearyl olivate,shea butter, hydrogenated olive oil,sorbitan olivate,olive oil, sweet almond oil, rose seed oil,sunflower seed oil, corn oil,chamomile extract,carrot root extract,hypericum perforatum extract,glyceryl linoleate,glyceryl caprylate,sodium dehydroacetate, ascorbyl palmitate,lecithin,tocopherol,xanthan gum,citric acid. The preliminary report I created for this product in the Cosmetics Database gives it a hazard score of 5. Fragrance is the only ingredient with a hazard score above a 3 (ingredients with...

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Sophyto Omega Daily Moisturizer Review

Feb
14th
2012
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T&J

Rating:

8.5
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The Omega Daily Moisturizer is the last Sophyto product I'll be reviewing for now. I've enjoyed this brand a great deal, though, so I have a feeling you'll see it again on the blog soon.  : ) Ingredients (provided at sophyto.com)- "aqua (spring water), *simondsia californica (jojoba) seed oil, cetearyl alcohol, *butyrosperum parkii (karite) fruit butter, *helianthus annus (sunflower) seed oil, *daucus carota sativa (carrot) root extract, sodium stearoyl lactylate, glyceryl stearate, *oenothera biennis (evening primrose) seed oil, *punica granatum (pomegranate) seed oil, *rubus idaeus (raspberry) seed oil, *cera...

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Sophyto Tocotrienol Super Skin Concentrate Review

Feb
13th
2012
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T&J

Rating:

10
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The collection I've been reviewing came with two moisturizers from which to choose. Naturally, I chose to alternate between the two. Today I'll be reviewing the Tocotrienol Super Skin Concentrate, and tomorrow I'll be reviewing the Omega Daily Moisturizer! Ingredients (provided at sophyto.com)- "*prunus armeniaca (apricot) seed oil, *punica grantum (pomegranate) seed oil, *rubus idaeus (raspberry) seed oil, *vaccinium oxycoccos (cranberry) seed oil, *rosa canina (rosehip) seed oil, tocopherol, ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10), rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract *Organic, 99% of the agricultural ingredients are produced...

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Upcoming Reviews: Sophyto’s Daily Skin Rejuvenation Collection

Jan
26th
2012
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  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.

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Beija-Flor Naturals Amazon Anti-Oxidant Treatment Review

Dec
26th
2011
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T&J

Rating:

10
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When Stevonne from Beija-Flor Naturals contacted me about trying the company's Beija-Flor Naturals Amazon Anti-Oxidant Treatment, I was intrigued. Stevonne was remarkably upfront about the product's ingredients, and with good reason---they're pretty stellar. After seeing such impressive ingredients, I was expecting a lot from this product...and I wasn't disappointed! Ingredients (provided in the Beija-Flor Naturals Etsy Shop)- "Murumuru Butter, Cupuacu Butter, Cocoa  Butter,Tucuma Butter, Rice Bran Oil, Passion Fruit Oil, Vitamin E, Acai Oil" This preliminary report I created for this product in the Cosmetics Database...

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November Empties

Dec
5th
2011
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Caitie's recent November Used It post inspired me to do one of my own. It's my very first, and it's a little late, but here I go anyway.

  From Left to Right: Captain Blankenship Mantra Perfume Sample- I ran out of this dreamy sample almost immediately. After Jana heard about how much I liked this particular scent, she kindly offered to send me my own roll-on for free! My Christmas list just got a little shorter. Wash the Day Away Calming Chamomile Facial Elixir- Since...

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100% Pure Nourishing Body Cream Review

Sep
7th
2011
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T&J

Rating:

9
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Along with my new 100% Pure cosmetics, I also received several body cream samples in a few different scents- cabernet grape, honey almond, and green apple. I won't judge you for being jealous; that's a normal reaction to have. Ingredients (provided at100percentpure.com)- Cabernet Grape- "Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Aloe Juice)1, Organic ROsa Centifolia Flower Water (Rose Hydrosol)2, Theobroma Cacao Seed (Cocoa) Butter, Persea Gratissima Oil (Avocado Butter), Vitis Vinifera (Grapeseed) Seed Oil, Organic Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Seed Oil3, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Ribes Nigrum (Blackcurrant) Oil, Tocopherol...

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