Ocean Mineral Facial Cleanser Review (Brandbacker)

First, I want to thank OZ Naturals for giving me the opportunity to try out their facial cleanser.

About the Product:

OZ Naturals is a cruelty-free and is safe for all skin types.  This product is made in the USA in a state of the art FDA registered facility.  OZ Naturals Natural & Organic facial cleanser is considered to be the highest quality skin cleanser on the market.

Powerful Ingredients include rosehip oil, rich ocean minerals & vitamin e.  This formulation was developed to specifically be gentle on sensitive skin yet highly potent and effective at dissolving nasty particles that clog your pores.

This face wash is guaranteed to gently cleanse your skin and clear clogged pores naturally and effectively.

Learn About the Brand:

OZ Naturals is a top seller on amazon.com and its easy to understand why.

Co-Founder and Certified Esthetician, Angela Irish launched OZ Naturals as a company that embodies everything she's passionate about -- healthy skin, anti-aging, natural ingredients, and utilizing the latest technology to formulate the highest quality skin care products on the market.

Utilizing her personal experience of skin issues, that she understands that when your skin is unhealthy it can negatively affect your self-esteem. After try tons of products over the years she was always left with the same skin issues as before. Sometimes even worse than before. Angela knows how disheartening this can be, especially when so many skin care products make huge claims, and simply do not deliver. It's especially frustrating when the cost of those products are hardly affordable, and you realize once again that you've wasted your money.

While it's true that beautiful skin is also hereditary, healthy skin comes from taking care of the inside and outside of our bodies. However, finding the right products for your skin can be the toughest part of the equation. This is why OZ Naturals was founded, to create healthy, premium skin care products to help those who weren't naturally born with perfect skin, to obtain more perfect skin. The kind of skin that everyone deserves to have.

How I feel about the facial cleanser:

I love how gentle the facial cleanser is.  It's not too harsh for my skin.  I feel like this is about the same as my Cetaphil facial cleanser, gentle.  I have been using this product for about a week now and I am loving it so far.  My skin hasn't reacted bad to it at all.  I use this facial cleanser during daytime and nighttime.  I don't have anything bad to say about this product, it's been working good so far for me.  Feel free to comment down below if you had any bad experience about this product.

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Vitamin C Facial Toner Review (Tomoson)

Sorry, I haven't posted any blogs in awhile, but now I am back and I want to share with you this new Vitamin C Facial Toner I've been using for the past month.

Here is how the bottle looks like: it comes in a plastic bottle and spray.  Here is a description of what Vitamin C Facial Toner does to our skin.

• CONTAINS 100% NATURAL and ORGANIC INGREDIENTS - Also has Vitamin C, an essential nutrient that is vital to developing skin health and youthfulness. This antioxidant is needed in order for the body to produce collagen, which is what keeps your skin elastic and supple. A daily dose of Vitamin C with our Facial Toner Spray is a great way to restore a youthful complexion by helping to strengthen your skin to protect and fight against environment factors that speed up the signs of aging.
• CLEANS & SHRINKS PORES - When pores are clogged, they appear bigger because they are easier to spot. Our toner contains powerful astringents - such as Witch Hazel and Tea Tree Oil - which purify your skin by cleaning and tightening pores, shrinking their appearance.
• COMBATS OILY SKIN - Those with oily skin will also rejoice using this reviving facial toner. The ingredients in our spray work to combat and remove excess oil, while restoring your natural pH levels so your skin is balanced. Our formula is gentle and suitable for all skin types.
• HYDRATES & PREPS SKIN - Each soothing mist delivers instant refreshment to your face. As your skin is hydrated, the MSM in the formula works to penetrate your pores to increase their elasticity. Your face will become more receptive to absorbing serums, oils, and moisturizers applied thereafter. Our Vitamin C Facial Toner is a great way to prep your skin for your beauty routine

I have been using this product for the past month now and been loving it.  I use this product twice a day (day and night).  My skin feels fresh after spraying this on my face.  Vitamin C Facial Toner works with all skin types.  It helps moisten my skin and did not make my skin dry.  The only thing I didn't like about the product is the spray.  I can't tell if I am spraying too much on my skin.  I did not like to spray it on a cotton balls because It leaves lints on my skin.  But, other than that I love it.

I hope you try out the Vitamin C Facial Toner.  

Here is the link on where you can purchase: http://www.amazon.com/Vitamin-Facial-Toner-Moisturizers-Satisfaction/dp/B00NLKAVL4/ref=pd_ys_sf_s_rp_a1_3_p?ie=UTF8&refRID=0S9EPB33FGEMJZY4ZXQ3

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.

Exuviance Review

Hello my lovely readers!!  Today I'll be sharing you my review on Exuviance Illumination Duo sample with Exuviance Performance Peel AP25 treatment sample.

About The Product:

"Exuviance Illumination Duo combines the power of our nighttime transformer, Exuviance Evening Restorative Complex, with the 100% pure active formulation of Exuviance Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster for a potent antiaging cocktail that combats the visible signs of aging.

Give your skin a beauty boost! Mix Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster with Exuviance Evening Restorative Complex before bed. The Vitamin C amps up the effects of the Evening Restorative Complex for a potent antiaging cocktail that acts as an evening transformer for all skin types.

- Evening Restorative Complex is clinically proven to improve overall skin texture, tone, and appearance
- 90% saw smoother skin after 4 weeks of using Exuviance Evening Restorative Complex
- Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster amps up the effects of the Evening Restorative Complex, helping to fade the look of dark spots while improving firmness and smoothing wrinkles

The powerful Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) Gluconolactone in Evening Restorative Complex decreases lines and wrinkles, evens skin tone and improves roughness and texture. Lactobionic Acid - a potent antioxidant - inhibits wrinkles from forming, plumps and firms the skin, and enhances clarity. This bionic blend of PHAs, along with botanicals and Vitamins A, C and E, delivers full-strength anti-aging benefits without drying or irritation, even on the most sensitive skin types.

The 100% pure active formulation of Vitamin C+ Antiaging Booster contains Vitamin C, an essential co-factor in collagen synthesis, known for its power to strengthen skin's matrix, improve firmness and smooth wrinkles. Plus, we've added our patented super antioxidant, Aceta-C™, to enhance the natural antiaging effects of Vitamin C, amplifying its skin-protecting and pigment-evening effects. Together, they help fade the appearance of unwanted dark spots, and strengthen skin's defenses against future discoloration and signs of aging. (What does 100% actives mean? The formula does not contain water or fillers, etc. All the ingredients are benefit ingredients.)"

"EXUVIANCE® is created by Drs. Van Scott and Yu, widely recognized as leaders in the field of cosmetic dermatology. They discovered the antiaging benefits of Glycolic Acid and created and patented the first Glycolic Peel. Since their ground-breaking discovery, the creators of Exuviance have continued to develop many new patented antiaging ingredients backed by evidence from numerous scientific and clinical studies. Recognized around the world, Exuviance formulas are expertly developed to visibly transform skin by combining their patented innovations with the best, state of the art technologies available in dermatology today."

Here is a picture of me applying the Exuviance Performance Peel.  My skin feel so soft and so freshed after applying this.  I had also applied the Exuviance Illumination Duo after the Exuviance Peel. The product didn't irritate my skin and that's a good thing.  I wish I can use this every night, but they were only able to send them to me in samples.  I am glad that I was able to try this out.

This product are available at Exuviance.com and ULTA.com stores nationwide and the values at $120.00; Retail Price $77.00

http://www.neostrata.com/product/exuviance+illumination+duo.do

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Night time Skin Routine

Hello my lovely readers!!  I came across this website, and it is Tomoson.  If you're a blogger, I recommend you check out their website - http://www.tomoson.com.  They have all sorts of stuff for you to review.  Just sign up and you can start applying for products that you want to review.  They have prerequisites, you must read it first before you apply.

My first review from them is this two skin care products from Insta Natural.

This two skin care products are my two additional babies for  my skin.  I use this every night before going to bed.

The Deep Cleansing Facial Oil:

"Our Deep Cleansing Facial Oil contains the perfect blend of ingredients that melt away dirt, impurities and makeup without stripping the skin of its natural oils or disturbing the natural pH balance. This energizing blend of oils will gently clean your pores and remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth and nourished."

The Key Ingredients:

+ Jojoba Oil
+ Olive Oil
+ Lavendar Essential Oil
+ Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil
+ Tamanu Oil
+ Hemp Oil
+ Sea Buckthorn Oil
+ Geranium Essential Oil

I use the Deep Cleansing Facial Oil whether I'm wearing makeup or not.  When I am wearing makeup, I do my usual routine (wash with my Belo soap, and pat dry).  Then, I will apply the Deep Cleansing Facial Oil with a cotton all over my face and then wash.  That way it gets rid off all the excess makeup and excess dirt on my face.  I do it this way because I tried doing it without washing my face with makeup on and the cotton was just too dirty.  I didn't want to apply too much oil on my face.  But, when I don't have any makeup on then I will just use the Deep Cleansing Oil and wash.

InstaNatural's Pure & Organic Rosehip Seed Oil:

"This powerful combination has many healing properties.  It can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, scars and stretch marks in addition to countless other benefits.  It also hydrates the skin, revives the natural color and tone, to give the skin a fresh and healthy look."

Their oil is a 100% organic and unrefined.

I apply this all over my face and neck and massage them.  I apply this after using the Facial Cleansing Oil.  I can tell every morning that my skin are hydrated and they look healthy and not dull.  The only bad thing I can say about this oil is the smell, but then again it is 100% organic.  If it works well with my skin then I'm all for it.

If you are interested on trying them out, you can definitely check them out on http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IP42FBA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MGXV2IS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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.

Even Glow Serum - Antioxidant Treatment Review

Photo credit to Valentia/Brandbacker

What is the Even Glow Serum?

"Our skin is damaged each day due to environmental pollutants, oxidative stress, and chemical laden cosmetic products. The amount of free radicals waging war on the skin quickly depletes our natural protective resources.

Our premier formulation is backed by scientific research into the efficacy of each of the natural ingredients we have carefully selected. 

Our proprietary blend of *skin super oils compliment our 20% Vitamin C base, leading to a powerful antioxidant treatment. Each natural ingredient was chosen to support and enhance Vitamin C’s efficacy on the skin, leading to more well-rounded serum to add to your daily skin care ritual.

Our Even Glow Serum will repair, refresh, and renew your skin; restoring evenness to your complexion, giving you an extra boost of confidence each time you look in the mirror."

What the ingredients does to our skin?

"ORGANIC ROSEHIP SEED OIL & ORGANIC SEA BUCKTHORN OIL - These oils promote skin hydration and lock in moisture to protect your skin from signs of aging and improve its beauty and youthfulness. Rosehip Oil specifically has been used in medical communities around the world for those with serious skin ailments and only recently has North America learned to embrace natural solutions from our ancestors. These two organic oils are full of antioxidants and therefore act as the perfect supporting cast for our best friend - Vitamin C

RESISTEM (Plant Stem Cells) - This provides the perfect mix of protection from stress-related aging and promotes skin detoxification. Resistem will help your skin regenerate faster while protecting it from environmental stressors.

HYALURONIC ACID(Botanical) - Holding up to 1000 times its weight in water and drawing moisture out of the environment and onto the surface of your skin ,there is not a more effective moisturizing agent on the market today. Penetrates deeply, and actives collagen production for a fresher, younger, firmer, and brighter complexion

GREEN TEA EXTRACT- The catechins in green tea are a potent antioxidant which also contribute to the overall anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant benefits of this ancient health and beauty secret."

What are the benefits of the serum?

"EVENS SKIN TONE: Vanquish dark spots and skin discoloration with this new generation Vitamin C Serum. Quickly refresh uneven and ill-textured skin with smooth, wrinkle-free skin that leaves you looking flawless and ageless.

INCREASES GLOW & RADIANCE:
Revitalize your skin with essential fatty acids that leave skin smooth and visibly brighter. Smooth skin capable of reflecting light will give your skin a youthful glow and a brilliant shine for that well-rested and refreshed look.

ABSORBS RAPIDLY:
Moisturizes skin due to the capacity of the hyaluronic acid to absorb water, thereby increasing fluid between cells, giving your skin a smoother and younger appearance. This intense water absorption means no more dry, peeling or cracked skin, even in extreme weather.

BOOSTS COLLAGEN PRODUCTION:
The presence of Organic Rosehip Seed oil to support Vitamin C increases collagen production so your skin retains the elasticity responsible for a youthful appearance and prevents skin sagging associated with aging. Enjoy smooth and supple skin that takes years off your appearance.

REDUCES WRINKLES & FINE LINES:
Reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles with the help of our foundation 20 % Vitamin C. Special ingredients such us Hyaluronic Acid and Organic Sea Buckthorn oil work to plump up the skin, which reduces fine lines and wrinkles in the skin so it is smoother, clearer and younger."

Here is my first day using the serum

Here is my 5th day using the serum

I don't know if you can tell the difference on both the pictures, but I can.  I am in my 30's and my skin was getting dull.  I may not have signs of wrinkles, but I had some spots on my face from staying on the sun.  After using the serum for more than one day, I started noticing the changes.  It brightened up my skin and I just love the feeling of taking pictures without any makeup on.  I use the serum daily in the morning after washing my face and after applying my facial toner.  I also apply my moisturizer from Befine, which I got from my July Ipsy bag.  Just using this two combination is perfect.

If you are looking for an antioxidant treatment, I highly recommend you to go to http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HJD8NLY and http://www.valentiaskincare.com/.

Thank you

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pH Balancing Complexion Wash by Frownies

Credit to Swaggable

Swaggable was kind enough to send this sample to me to review.  If you haven't heard of Swaggable before, then I'll be gladly to tell you a little bit about them.  Swaggable is an easy and fun way to try out new products for free.  All you have to do is write a review about the product and share it with your friends and family.

The first product I get to review from Swaggable is a pH Balancing Complexion Wash by Frownies.

"FROWNIES pH Balancing Complexion Wash is a natural skin cleanser that will protect the integrity of the skins natural sun protective layer and help prevent acne break outs. Exfoliation that is done daily and gently can support wrinkle free skin, gently clearing skin pores of environmental and cosmetic build up without breaking the protective acid mantel of the skin. pH Complexion Wash is gentle and powerful, and can be used on all skin types."  - See more at: http://swaggable.com/product/pH-Balancing-Complexion-Wash#sthash.0RDQ28Vo.dpuf

This is perfect to use when washing off makeup on your face.  I loved the feeling after washing it off.  A little does goes a long way.  I have a bit of an oily skin, but also have dry patches on my face, but it still worked out for my skin type.  It feels refreshing after the wash.  I used a toner afterwards still to bring back the moisture in my skin.  It doesn't have a strong scent which is good.  My pimple went down a bit using this wash.  I've been using for the past week and I've been loving it.  It was sent to me as a full size, but it still is nice to try something new for my skin.  I would recommend this to my family and friends.

disclaimer: Product was sent to me for free by Swaggable to try and write a review.