Showing posts with label Natural Beauty. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Natural Beauty. Show all posts

Sunday, March 9, 2014

Eslor: The Art of Beauty and the Chlorophyll Lifting Mask

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I got a chance to try Eslor's full line of products, and it's been a treat for my face ever since. And this most recent one,  Chlorophyll Lifting Mask IMAG0414is no different. A skin-tightening Mask made from dried milk proteins plant and seaweed extracts, and natural minerals, it helps to tighten facial skin, enhance blood circulation, and help to diminish those pesky fine lines. I can happily report that, at least in my case, it went three for three. I'm so fortunate to have found Eslor and one day far down the line when someone asks me how I managed to stay so youthful and vibrant looking, I'll be able to say it was thanks in part to Eslor.

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Like all Eslor products, this mask is 100% Free of Parabens, Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) and Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLES); it's derived from nature, and driven by science. With their patented HPT System, and the black of toxic chemicals so often found in other beauty products, Eslor promotes renewal and repair in a way unique to them. This Chlorophyll Mask purified, softened and enhanced my complexion, making my face just glow.

 

The MSRP of this Mask is $38, and it's right up there with masks costing nearly twice as much.. I have many tried many masks, some good and some not so good. This is firmly in the "good" category.

 

Ingredient list as listed on the site:

Active Ingredients: Aloe Vera Gel, Glycerin, Milk Protein, Lactose, Algae Extract, Wheat Protein, Guar Gum, Yarrow Flowers Extract, Orange Peel Extract and Sodium PCA.

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To learn more about Eslor and their great beauty lines, please visit them at:


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I received the above product free of charge from Eslor.  I am not obligated to provide a positive or favorable review, just my honest opinion.  My review is based on my experience with the product and/or brand, which may differ from yours.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Eslor Botanical Peeling Gel

And the hits just keep on comin'!

Eslor offers two exfoliants in their extensive beauty line. At first I thought why not keep it simple, like the face wash, by offering one product. However, each resurfaces differently. Let me explain:

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The Eslor Botanical Peeling Gel aids with the reduction of unwanted shine, refines/shrinks pores, and also serves as a skin brightener. Since the product is a gel and a peel, it makes the removal of dead skin cells easy and after application you are left with a smooth surface that will appear and also feel softer. The Botanical Peeling Gel is for Combination, Dry and Sensitive skin. I have used chemical peels and microdermabrasion in the past to achieve exfoliation. I feel this Botanical Peeling Gel is everything you want minus the harsh chemicals, and uses the botanical properties present in the formula to resurface in a more "skin friendly" manner.

Instructions for Use: The instructions indicate use of this product once or twice a week. You apply the gel all over your skin when the skin is dry. Avoid your eye area since the skin is more sensitive there. You leave the peel on for 5 to 10 minutes and the peel tends to almost melt or thin out as it's exposed to the air and warmth from your skin. You do not drip the product off but it does liquefy as the application period passes. Your final step is then to just use your fingers and rub (gently) in a circular motion and then rinse with warm water.

Ingredients: Being that the product is botanical in nature, you see in the list of ingredients Aloe Vera as a gel base and listed first. Aloe Vera has a multitude of benefits and in my opinion there is no reason it should not be used in place of the H2O we seem to pay for in beauty products. Extracts are present that are derived from Chamomile, Papaya, to Pineapple. Chamomile has calming effects, while Papaya and Pineapple have proteins that do help with the resurfacing process. Papaya is rich in BHAs (beta hydroxyl acids) and the fruit's benefits range from lightening dark spots (pigmentation) to evening skin tone. Pineapple like Papaya help with anti-aging and the acids assist with the rejuvenation process we all so desire. Carbomer is also on the list and this helps with the solution of the beauty product, meaning how it emulsifies (thickens) and spreads out. Think about what makes a toothpaste formula stay whipped and not separate in the tube, so it is harmless and a product really created for the beauty and health industry. Sea Buckthorn oil is also listed in the peel and this aids with anti-aging due to it's richness in tocopherols, tocotrienols and plant sterols. To give you an idea, Sea Buckthorn oil is used on skin burns so it does wonders when used in beauty products! Triethanolamine is another ingredient and this serves as a pH balancer.

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Results: I have mashed Papaya and Pineapple in the past to create a mask but because individual fruit does differ in acid percentages and even nourishment, I like that Eslor has done the "lab work" for me, and I don't have to guess how long to keep this peel on by how it feels. Not good when feeling "burny", since means this Pineapple had kick and you left the mask on too long (Ouch!). The other ingredients help counteract the redness you may get when exfoliating, and you get to benefit from calming agents that we do not all readily have at hand. My skin has been feeling soft and I like that this peel also purified my pores by cleaning out the junk, so this means less break-outs and better looking skin. Less make-up is another benefit and that means I not only see savings in that arena, but I also just like how the peel makes my skin look without make-up. I got away with using it once a week and this was just determined by the lasting effects I felt and saw. It took a week to lose the best glow I have had with a skin product and by then I was again using the peel. Shiny!

Price Point with Product Details: The product retails for $38.00 for a 2 Fluid Ounce Bottle. I used a small amount that ranged a little under a nickel's worth in size. I made sure to avoid eye areas and if I plucked my eyebrows that day, I skipped this task to avoid irritation.

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I received the above product from Eslor, free of charge. I am not obligated to provide positive or favorable feedback, just my honest opinion. My review is based on my experience with the brand and/or it's products, which may differ from yours.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Swaggable: Crystal Body Deodorant Towelettes

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I received the product via Swaggable and was looking forward in seeing how well the Crystal Body deodorant towelettes perform. I liked that the product stated it prevents body odor versus just masking it with fragrances. I recall years ago buying those salt crystals that were to be used in place of deodorant, however I disliked having to wet the crystals and they would always drip when applying. Yes, they worked but the process is cleaner and more convenient when you just use a normal off the shelf deodorant. No water required or having to wait for the crystal to dry so you can but it back in the plastic baggy. Most times I just put it on a soap dish and forgot to bag it until I returned home.

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The Crystal Body Deodorant towelettes come pre-moistened so no need to wet the product. They contain no aluminum chlorohydrate, parabens, phthalates or fragrances. Prevents body odor all day and you just apply it to clean skin. At first I thought it was a towelette to be used to "freshen up", maybe after working out but this is to be used after you shower. It makes sense as I never reapply deodorant on top of the application I applied in the morning. It just seems icky to me but this seems to be the natural solution that cleaned up the process of having to mess around with the crystal itself.

The towelette performed just as advertised and not only did I feel fresh and clean all day, if my activity level went up, there was no odor issues. I did not get any irritation and this was even after shaving and using a towelette 30 minutes after. I also like that versus a deodorant stick, you use a fresh towelette each time and hygiene wise, it is more welcoming. That little notion hit me when I went to use a second towelette and it was nice to open a fresh and clean packet. Easy to carry and I have used body towelettes before that were designed to be used as way to freshen up and I can see the formula being able to do this, however the towelette size is on the small side as it is intended more to be used for underarm application.

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You can find more information on the entire product line at: http://www.thecrystal.com/

I found Amazon to Walgreens carries their products and you can also print out a $1.00 savings coupon via their site.

I received the above product via Swaggable and free of charge.  I am not obligated in providing a favorable/positive review, just my honest opinion.  My review is based on my experience with the product, which may differ from yours.