NORDSTROM HALF YEARLY SALE ENDS JUNE 2

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May 2024 Empties for the Face, Body, Hair & Home

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I am a little surprised that this month I mostly used up body and hair care products, and that there was a single skincare product and a candle to finish off the month of May. Of the 10 items used, 9 were full size, and one was a travel size (that I used at home, incidentally). Here is what I finished up:

Spongellé Mini Buffer Bits ($10.00 from Spongellé): Inspired by delectable tiny donut holes, these Mini Buffer Bits are a sweet extension of Spongellé’s skin-nourishing Confection Body Wash Infused Buffer Line. Available in four mood-enhancing scents (Jasmine Brûlée, Burnt Sugar, Cocoa Bon and Chiffon Rose), these adorable, dual-sided mini buffers are the perfect size for precise deep-cleansing, softening cuticles, nails, heels or any other areas of the body with small dry patches. They feature a special soft cleansing surface on one side and a gentle textured exfoliation on the other. Each Buffer Bit is infused with skin-softening triple butter and exfoliating sugarcane extract. These are especially effective after gardening since they really clear all of the dirt from under the nails! Purchase Again? I have another set in a different scent that I am just about to open!

Spongellé Love Always | Bulgarian Rose Heart Buffer ($14.00 from Spongellé): This delightful body buffer makes skin look and feel incredible, and the scent is heavenly. "Send a love letter with Spongelle’s Love Always Heart Buffer in Bulgarian Rose. Perfect for travel, these heart-shaped body wash infused buffers will cleanse, exfoliate, massage and love your skin." Fragrance Notes: Top: Cinnamon Sticks, Sliced Ginger, Sweet Clove, Juicy Orange, Middle: Tuberose, Base: Whipped Vanilla, Cozy Musk. Perfect for travel, this heart-shaped body wash infused buffers cleanses, exfoliates and pampers the skin. Purchase Again? I have another one that is ready to open!

Spongellé Private Reserve Body Wash Infused Buffer in Blood Orange: (Was $16.00 from Spongellé): "These buffers with built-in body wash are infused with extracts of yuzu, edelweiss and vetiver root to cleanse, exfoliate, massage, and hydrate the skin for a spa-like pampering experience at home." Fragrance Notes: Top: Orange, Mandarin, Peach. Middle: Jasmine, Rose, Lychee. Base: Patchouli, Vetiver, Vanilla, Musk. This body buffer smells heavenly, and it is so refreshing. Purchase Again? It appears that they no longer have this Private Reserve scent, but if they bring out back I am going to buy several!

Spongellé Florica Candle in Mystic Rose ($45.00 for 8 oz. from Spongellé): is an ultra-luxe cruelty-free soy candle with a flickering wooden wick. Like to diffuser, the aroma is beautiful amalgam of Rose (top note), Water Lily (middle note) and Sweet Musk (base note), and the result is a complex floral that is neither too sweet, nor too musky. The substantial glass housing is beautiful, and it perfect to use for makeup brushes, eye pencils or pens after the candle has been used. The stunning gift box is truly noteworthy, and a true show-stopper. Purchase Again? I have had many of their candles, but this is definitely my very favorite. I will definitely splurge and buy another one!

Abhati Suisse Mahakali Nourishing Conditioner ($58.00 value from a Boxwalla box): This nourishing and hydrating conditioner weightlessly treats the hair and gives it a glossy shine without leaving behind any buildup or residue. Hair is left manageable, frizz-free and utterly gorgeous. It has a wonderful herbal aroma that lingers in the most pleasant, rather than cloying, way. Purchase Again? I would love to get this again, but I need to use up a lot of conditioners before purchasing another. I am still using their shampoo, and I absolutely love it!

René Furterer KARITÉ HYDRA Hydrating Day Cream ($36.00 for 3.3 oz. Karité Hydra Hydrating Day Cream from René Furturer): is one of my most reached-for hair hydrators. It is a leave-in that has a wonderful lightweight creamy-gel texture and a delectable light aroma. It is very emollient, and it offers sustained hydration throughout the day, but it does so without ever weighing down the hair. It fights frizz and fly-aways, makes hair more manageable, and it gives hair a lustrous shine. It is suitable for normal to dry hair, and it is a real gem for my naturally curly hair. I use the entire Karité Hydra Hydrating haircare collection, and I highly recommend it to anyone with hair in need of hydration. It is a game-changer for me, and it makes my curly hair manageable, frizz-free and decidedly glossy. Purchase Again? I will continue to buy this as long as they make it!

Oribe Après Beach Wave and Shine Spray ($46.00 for 8.5 oz. and $24.00 for 2.1 oz. from Oribe, Amazon, Sephora, Nordstrom and bluemercury): I haven't met an Orbit haircare product that I didn't love, and this is, without question, the nicest Beach Wave spray that I have tried. This one actually imparts moisture, offers a light hold and a lovely shine. It doesn't leave hair crunchy, flaky or stiff and it has that wonderful Oribe aroma! Purchase Again? Without question, it is well worth the splurge!

Curél Deep Moisture Spray ($15.00 for 5 oz. from the Curél Amazon Store): is an amazing find, and it is just perfect for the warmer weather! This ultra-fine moisture mist can be used on the face and body and it sinks in immediately leaving skin nourished and hydrated. It is fragrance-free, easy to use and effective. It is especially satisfying on a hot day to refresh the skin with a spritz here and there. Additionally, because it is so light and hydrating it doesn't feel heavy on the skin. It does not, however, contain a sunscreen, so you will need to add your sunscreen after you apply this spray. Purchase Again? I just opened another one!

MyKirei by KAO Yuzu Flower Foam Hand Soap ($18.00 for 8.5 oz. from MyKirei and their Amazon Store): is, without question, the most charming hand soap that I have tried. Each pump of this fetching hand soap produces a floral shaped dense and creamy foam that is soft and creamy to the touch. It thoroughly cleans the hands, without ever stripping, and in fact leaves them moisturized. The lovely Yuzu aroma is uplifting and refreshing, but it doesn't linger for long after rinsing. Everything about this beautiful hand soap is wondrous. Purchase Again? I plan to buy the refill, and will continue to use this bottle.

Erno Laszlo Phormula 3-9 Repair Balm ($280.00 for 1.7 fl.oz. from Erno Laszlo and Nordstrom): is a great product to use when you have irritated skin. If you have a break out, a sunburn, or red and irritated skin that requires something gentle, nourishing and healing, then this mighty balm really helps. It makes this a perfect choice post-peel and post-exfoliation for that very reason. I recently had a bad allergic reaction to a product that I was testing, and it left an irritated patch of skin on my face that was dry, red and peeling, and nothing seemed to help it heal. 

Thankfully, I already had this balm, and while I had little hope that it would help, I decided to try it anyway. Much to my surprise the flaking, peeling, itching, redness and irritation went away after a couple of days of use. It is very concentrated, and only requires a tiny, tiny bit. It is very easy to overdo it and use far more balm than necessary, and therefore I start out with very little and add more as needed. Not only is it calming, but it is also incredibly hydrating and it leaves the skin very soft, smooth and supple. It is definitely a luxury product with a luxury price tag, but it is so concentrated that it will last a very long time. It contains no fragrance, Phthalates, Parabens, Sulfates, Mineral Oil, Urea, or colorants. Purchase Again? While I really loved this balm, I have far too many open balms, creams, serums and lotions to justify purchasing it again.

Overall Assessment: Well, there you have it. While I thought that I would use up more skincare products this month, I did finish up 10 products. What did you use up, toss out, give away or return to sender in May? Did you discover any amazing products or any much-hyped products that fell short of your expectations? Do tell!

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Dieux Skin Instant Angel Lipid Rich Facial Moisturizer

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Dieux Skin is a brand that I was only just recently discovered, and not only am I impressed by their products that I have tried, but also by the mission of this brand.

About Dieux,

At Dieux we want you to understand exactly what you’re buying and how it works.

Our experiences as consumers and beauty industry professionals fueled us in creating a brand that is religious about results and explains how we get to where we are. Dieux’s products are price transparent, rooted in science, accountable and responsibly sourced. We're genuinely invested in doing better for everyone because we want to set a new standard in skincare.

To us, it’s simple; products should do what they say they are going to do. Safety and striving for sustainability aren’t selling points, they’re the baseline. We use packaging that works to do better environmentally, source vegan ingredients and finally formulate to European standards for stability. We don’t believe in miracles. We believe in rituals that produce results. 

Our brand is founded by a clinical cosmetic chemist, a career brand builder and a multi-hyphenate creative. Ultimately, we want to see more accountability, honesty and nuance within the beauty industry. Our aim is to create comprehensive products that address key skin concerns. Our products are formulated to ultimately simplify routines so you can Dieux less.

Ingredients that follow the highest global regulatory guidelines in addition to clinically vetting each claim so products do what they say they’re going to do.

We believe in pricing everyone can understand. That's why we share the cost of formulas, packaging, labor, payment processing and shipping.

A stabilized and thoughtful selection of active ingredients means you only get the good stuff from the first to last drop.

That’s why we only test on humans, vet labor practices of sourcing and packaging, are vegan and cruelty-free.

Dieux Skin Instant Angel Lipid Rich Facial Moisturizer is a thoughtfully created cruelty-free and vegan moisturizer that is richly moisturizing. It is a peptide and ceramide-rich formulation that is barrier-supportive and immensely moisturizing for dehydrated skin and skin with a compromised barrier. It is rich and thick, and yet it melts into the skin quickly leaving behind an ethereal glow. It is fragrance-free, with no detectable aroma, and it makes the skin feel so soft, smooth and supple. If you have acne-prone skin, this cream will likely be too rich for you, and you might want to try Dieux Air Angel Gel Cream instead. However, if you have dry or dehydrated skin, then this lipid-rich moisturizer is truly heavenly!

According to Dieux,

Instant Angel is your skin barrier’s protector. Deeply moisturizing, this nourishing face cream supports and repairs skin while giving an ethereal glow. 

Using a blend of phytosterols, free fatty acids, palmitoyl hexapeptide-12, dipalmityl hydroxyproline, meadowestolide, ceramide NG, glycerin, urea, squalane and sodium PCA, Instant Angel gives lasting hydration while reinforcing the skin’s barrier leaving it feeling strong, smooth and firm.

The result is an unfragranced, rich moisturizer that feels like silk without leaving the tell-tale *residue* of a richer cream. 

$1 of every sale of Instant Angel goes to an organization fighting for reproductive justice.

Note: If you have acne-prone skin, this is a richer product therefore has risks. While it tested as non-comedogenic, always patch test as you may have a reaction. This cream is good for: dehydrated skin and a compromised barrier.

Directions: Gently massage a quarter sized dollop of Instant Angel onto your face and neck. This cream should be used after cleansing and application of serums and toners. If tolerated, skin can be slightly damp prior to application. If used during the day, always follow with SPF.

Select Ingredients:

3% Moisture Complex: A blend of Glycerin, Sodium PCA, Urea, Trehalose, Hexylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-51, Triacetin, Caprylyl Glycol and Sodium Hyaluronate, this blend at 3% was shown to provide immediate and long lasting moisture in the skin.

.5% Dipalmityl Hydroxylproline: An amino acid that functions similarly to a signal peptide, this ingredient has been shown to help with the appearance of wrinkle depth.

2% Barrier Repair Complex: A blend of Hexapeptide-12, Ceramide NG and other emollients, this complex has been shown to help repair age-related skin damage.

4% Phytosterol and Free Fatty Acid complex: A plant-derived lipid complex (phospholipids, triglycerides, linoleic acid and phytosterols) that mimics and reinforces skin’s natural lipid layer to help replenish weakened and sensitive skin.

2% Meadowestolide: A bioactive analogue of ceramides, this lipid helps reduce trans epidermal water loss repairing dry, dehydrated skin.

Complex: complexes are blends of ingredients at percent concentrations clinically studied internally or by suppliers.

Full Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coconut Alkanes, Glyceryl Stearate, Meadowfoam Estolide, Peg-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Triheptanoin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Methylpropanediol, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Phytosterols, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tribehenin, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Dipalmityl Hydroxylproline, Sodium Pca, Urea, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Hydroxylproline Palmitamide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Ceramide Ng, Trehalose, Sodium Phytate, Peg-10 Phytosterol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 60, Palmitic Acid, Lactic Acid, Polyquaternium-51, Tocopherol, Tracetin, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12.

Overall Assessment: What a great find, and such a luxurious and effective moisturizer. It's also quite nice that they include a squeeze key for their metal tube, while supplies last.

$45.00 for 50ml and $78.00 for 100ml. from Dieux and Sephora (Affiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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milk_shake curl passion curl shaper styling fluid for curly hair review

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milk_shake curl passion curl shaper styling fluid for curly hair is a frizz-fighting, shine-inducing fluid that defines curls and enhances texture without leaving hair crunchy, greasy or flaky. Instead, hair is left manageable, soft and shiny. If you have curly or wavy hair, then this is an excellent hair styling choice.

According to milk_shake:

milk_shake® lifestyling curl shaper, shaping fluid for curly hair. Ideal for defined and enduring curls. Intensifies natural texture, defining curls and perfecting soft waves. Guarantees shine and color protection plus anti-frizz results.

milk_shake® curl passion curl shaper is a shaping fluid for curly hair. Ideal for defined and enduring curls. Intensifies natural texture, defining curls and perfecting soft waves. Guarantees shine and color protection plus anti-frizz results.

milk_shake curl passion is a product range created for impeccable results; solutions developed to reveal the natural beauty of curly hair, for perfect curls. Waves, ringlets or natural curls will always be dreamy with the right treatment and nourishment.

Directions: Apply to clean, damp hair and proceed with styling.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Cyclopentasiloxane, VP/DMAPA Acrylates Copolymer, Polyquaternium-37, Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil), Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-11, Parfum (Fragrance), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polysorbate 80, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, VP/Dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate Copolymer, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Sorbitan Oleate, Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Benzalkonium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Simmondisia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Amyl Cinnamal, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Linalool, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Citronellol, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Geraniol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Casein, Lactose, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Tocopherol, Potassium Sorbate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phenylpropanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate.

Overall Assessment: I am a true fan of milk_shake haircare products, and their curl passion collection is very effective for wavy and curly hair.

$30.00 for 6.8 oz. from milk_shake and Amazon (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale On Now!

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Nordstrom is now offering up to 50% OFF the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale! Sale Ends June 2. 

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Memorial Day Remembrance

Memorial Day, while originally intended to honor the fallen Union Soldiers from the American Civil War, became more notably a day to commemorate all fallen soldiers serving in the United States Armed Services. We honor those we have lost, have barbecues to commemorate them, and generally take pause to reflect upon what their collective sacrifice means to all of us.

Memorial Day Sales Galore

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Aéropostale: HUGE Sale  sitewide. Up to 50% Off new arrivals.

Amazon: Check the Today's Deals section for amazing savings.

Ann Taylor: 40% plus and an Extra 15% off.

Ann Taylor Loft: Summer Steals start at $10.00.

Anthropologie: Extra 40% Off all sale items.

ASOS: 20% Off summer hits. Use Code: GRWM.

Bandier: 30% Off sitewide. Use Code: HEATUP.

Bergdorf Goodman: The Designer Sale Up to 40% Off.

Bloomingdale's: Save up to 65% Off Memorial Day Sale.

Boxwalla: Memorial Day Sale 20% Off Sitewide. Use Code: memorialday20.

Charlottle Tilbury Beauty: A free full-size Hot Lips 2 Lipstick In Love with Olivia with your purchase of $110.00+.

Coach: Up to 40% Off Sale.

Crate & Barrel: Up to 40% Off outdoor sale. Up to 60% Off Clearance.

Dermstore: Summer Sale. Save up to 20% Off your favorite beauty essentials. Use Code: SUN at checkout.

Etsy: Weekend Deals up to 40% Off. Up to 30% Off gifts for dad.

Finish Line: 30% Off select styles. Use Code: SUMMER30.

FOREO: Select items on sale.

Frye: Up to 50% off Memorial Day Sale.

Gilt: Huge Clearance Sale.

H&M: Lots of online sales.

Kate Spade: Up to 40% Off.

Kérastase: Spend $50, receive 1 Deluxe Sample. Spend $75, receive 2 Deluxe Samples. Spend $100, receive 3 Deluxe Samples. Use Code: MDW24.

Kiehl's: 30% Off select favorites.

Lancôme: Enjoy 30% Off Friends & Family Event. No code needed.

Lands' End: 50% off your oder. Extra 10% Off swimwear.

L'Occitane: FREE Cherry Blossom Gift with any $95 purchase code: CHERRY24). 

Macy's: Huge Memorial Day Sales 20-60% Off. 30%-50% Off 10 Days of Glam. Use Code: GLAM10.

MICHAEL KORS: Extra 20% Off Sale.

Molton Brown: 25% Off everything. Ends Monday, May 28 at midnight.

NARS: Check out their sale on Last Chance products.

NINE WEST: Memorial Day Sale 50% Off select sandals. Extra 40% Off everything else.

Nordstrom: Half Yearly Sale. Up to 50% Off: Beauty Sales, Women's Sale, Men's Sale, and More!

Nordstrom Rack: Extra 25% Off Clearance.

Paula's Choice: 20% Off Sitewide.

Pottery Barn: Up to 60% Off sale. Extra 20% Off Clearance. Use Code: EXTRA.

Ralph Lauren: Up to 30% Off Memorial Day Sale.

REVOLVE: Up to 60% Off on Sale (No code necessary).

Saks Fifth Avenue: Up to 50% Off Designer Sale.

Sephora: Memorial Day Sale up to 50% Off: Sale Items.

Serena & Lily: Everything is 30% off everything.

Shopbop: Take up to 50% Off Sale Designer Sale.

Shu Uemura: 20% Off best sellers and 25% off  on orders of $120.00 or more. Check special offers section.

SkinStore: Summer Sales Shop up to 20% Off. Use Code: SUN.

Space NK: 20% Off almost everything. Use Code: 20OFF.

Target: HUGE Memorial Day Sale.

TATCHA: Friends & Family Sale 20% Off Sitewide. Use Code: FRIEND24.

The Container Store: Huge Sale Section.

Ulta: Huge Memorial Day Sale. Lots of AMAZING Sales, Specials and Coupons.

Walgreens: 15% Off Memorial Day deals. Use Code: HERO15

Walmart: Lots of Memorial Day Specials with HUGE savings.

West Elm: Memorial Day Sale Up to 60% OFF.

Williams Sonoma: Memorial Day Sale up to 50% Off. Extra 20% Off Clearance.

World Market: Huge Memorial Day Savings.

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The Beauty Spotlight Team Late May Week in Review

Angie from Your True Self Blog reminds you that a simple outfit formula can go a long way. Use this basic idea to easily achieve a cool and classy look this Memorial Day Weekend and throughout the season.

Head over to the latest blog post by Barbie's Beauty Bits to explore 8 of the hottest facial treatments in 2024 to take your skin to the next level!

The LAVANILA The Healthy Deodorant Travel Size is the perfect pick for the gym, travelling or anywhere you go when space is at a premium. Lola's Secret Beauty Blog can't say enough good things about the formula, and the travel-friendly size!

Concerned about which ingredients are in your and your children's toothpaste? Looking for a natural/organic alternative? Allison from Never Say Die Beauty recommends toothpastes from RADIUS including their new Immunity Minty Toothpaste for better oral and all-over health!

Hair Extensions Tips for Women Over 40? Find the perfect fit to boost your confidence and achieve your hair goals with this blog post by Beauty After Forty.

milk_shake curl passion enhancing fluid enhancing gel cream for curly hair

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milk_shake curl passion enhancing fluid enhancing gel cream for curly hair is yet another favorite product of mine from milk_shake. I realize that I am probably sounding a bit like a broken record, but if you have wavy or curly hair, milk_shake's curl passion collection should be on your radar. They really understand the complexities of having curly hair, and their products always nourish and pamper my curly locks. 

milk_shake curl passion enhancing fluid enhancing gel cream for curly hair makes hair soft, shiny, defined, manageable, frizz-free, and with bouncy curls. It leaves hair touchably soft and the flexibly hold allows hair to move naturally. Furthermore, it does not flake and hair is never left crunchy or weighed down.

According to milk_shake,

milk_shake curl passion enhancing fluid is an enhancing gel-cream for curly hair. Its ultra-light formula doesn’t weigh hair down and guarantees shine and definition. Perfect for blow-drying with a brush or diffuser.

milk_shake curl passion is a product range created for impeccable results; solutions developed to reveal the natural beauty of curly hair, for perfect curls. Waves, ringlets or natural curls will always be dreamy with the right treatment and nourishment.

Shiny, well-kept curls are many women’s dream. However, natural wavy or curly hair requires more maintenance than it may seem. The first important step is correct cleansing and conditioning. Using a specific shampoo is particularly important to give the right nourishment without weighing the hair down. The conditioner is the second step towards perfect curls. It should be applied to lengths and ends to give the right hydration. Often, the common frizz effect seen in curly hair is caused by a lack of hydration. During this conditioning phase, it will be easy to comb curls with a wide tooth comb. The leave in treatment completes the haircare routine, enhancing the effect of the conditioner and preparing the hair for drying.

Directions: Apply to washed and towel-dried hair. Use hands to distribute, and then style as usual.

Select Ingredients and Claims: 

• An oil complex from plants from the Amazon rainforest contributes to the performance of our milk_shake® curl passion products, enveloping the hair and helping to keep hair elastic as well as repairing damage.
• Our signature ingredients milk proteins and fruit extracts - blueberry, apple, lemon- complete the formulas to improve the hair's structure and appearance.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Cetyl Alcohol, VP/VA Copolymer, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Parfum (Fragrance), Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Amyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Citric Acid, Tocopherol.

Overall Assessment: I am so impressed by milk_shake's curl passion range of products, and this one is just as fantastic as I knew it would be.

$24.00 for 6.8 oz. from milk_shake and their Amazon Store (Affiliate Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own.

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HH Science Clinical Strength + Clean Instant Eye Lift Review

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With over 40 years of experience in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Helen M. Torok, MD, who is the Medical Director of the Trillium Creek Dermatology Center in Ohio and co-founder of HH Science, has launched a new eye cream.

According to Dr. Torok, "Using a dermatologist tested fragrance-free eye cream with clinical strength + clean anti-glycation ingredients like green tea, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and skin firming peptides is key to achieving ageless eyes.” explains Helen M. Torok, MD, Medical Director of the Trillium Creek Dermatology Center in OH and co-founder of HH Science.

She asserts, "The skin is naturally thinner around our eyes and as a result this is where we tend to show our age first. Glycation is a natural process that occurs as you age, starting around the age of 20. Excess sugar in your body begins to bind with fats and proteins, creating compounds called advanced glycation end products, or AGEs. Even though aging is a natural process, there are some external factors that accelerate the process like diet, sun exposure, smoking, stress, and lifestyle choices. AGE’s tend to gravitate and latch on to proteins like collagen and elastin which are key to keeping skin firm, plump and supple. Over time, this creates fine lines, wrinkles, and makes the skin appear dull, dry, and uneven which can be combated with daily use of an eye cream with clinically effective and bioavailable anti-glycation ingredients.”

HH Science’s Clinical Strength + Clean Instant Eye Lift is formulated with optical diffusers and Peptides since they firm, brighten, and smooth fine lines. This formula contains powerful skin firming peptides coupled with anti-glycation ingredients, and potent antioxidants. Together they make skin appear more firm, smooth fine lines and wrinkles, and visibly reduce the appearance of dark circles. Furthermore, this gem of an eye cream provides essential hydration while the optical diffusers brighten the delicate skin around the eyes. This cream formula is lightweight, ultra-emollient and it melts into the skin with ease. It neither contains fragrance, nor does it have any sort of aroma. Therefore, it causes no irritation to my sensitive eyes.

According to HH Science,

Powerful, skin-firming peptides pair with anti-glycation ingredients and potent antioxidants to help restore skin firmness, smooth fine lines, and wrinkles and visibly reduce dark circles. Delivers essential hydration while optical diffusers immediately brighten the delicate skin around the eyes.

Features & Benefits:

• Hydrates, plumps, and visibly reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and crow's feet 
• Reduces the appearance of dark circles and puffiness
• Skin appears firmer instantly, with renewed elasticity and radiance

Clinical Results & Claims:

• Restores hydration and comfort to dry, aging skin around the eyes
• Skin appears firmer and brighter instantly, with renewed elasticity and radiance
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crow's feet
• Visibly reduces dark circles and puffiness
• Supports healthy elastin and collagen production

Hypo-allergenic, Non-Comedogenic, Fragrance-Free, Paraben Free, Gluten Free, Oil-Free, and Cruelty-Free.

Directions: Apply AM/PM after cleansing, gently patting on the orbital bone and the area around the eyes.

Ingredients: Purified Water, Isohexadecane, Beeswax, Dimethicone, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, C18-21 Alkane, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Dipeptide-2, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Arbutin, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate.

Overall Assessment: I am so impressed by the quality and efficacy of HH Science Clinical Strength + Clean Instant Eye Lift, and think that this is an outstanding eye cream.

$119.00 for 0.5 oz. from HH Science (Unaffiliated Links). Press Sample. All views expressed are categorically my own. 

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