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FRANZ Everyday Essence Face Serum

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Let’s start with my thoughts on the Everyday Essence. This is a great every day serum to use either morning and night. I mostly get hydrating benefits from it, as the anti-aging benefits usually take longer to appear. I use a hydrating serum over topmost of my other serums with active ingredients, and this one layers really well over other products without being greasy, heavy, or sticky. I like that it contains some great ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, retinyl palmitate, biotin, folic acid, and folic acid.

This is a hydrating serum that is meant to leave skin plump with a natural glow for use morning and night and is designed for all skin types. I’ve been using this morning and night as a part of my skincare routine and I think it’s a beautiful addition and layers really beautifully and easily with other products in my routine. Initially, it feels like sort of a lightweight gel, but as I work it into the skin I find that it starts to feel a little bit more viscous before it sinks in. I do use this at the point that I would normally use my HA serum, right before my moisturizer and after I’ve applied more intense actives.  I really do think that this has made a gorgeous addition to my routine, one that slots in easily and really does have great effects on my skin. I’ve really noticed that my skin feels more resilient and looks good even when I’m slacking on my routine, but also bounces back really well once I get back into a solid skin care routine.

With Korean skin care, I think the biggest thing really does tend to be adding and really maintaining hydration and skin’s barrier to give a youthful, brightened appearance to the skin and I think that at their baseline that’s what both of these products do. But on top of that, these products have the added benefit of some really solid skincare ingredients.  I’ve been really surprised and impressed with the product. I would personally recommend this product very much to people who are looking for a serious boost in hydration.

Have you tried FRANZ skincare products what do you think?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AZN Labs Hydrogel Eye and Lip Patches

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

The past couple of weeks the weather in Louisiana has been changing rapidly. One day we are getting rain, the next day we are in the upper 80’s. This up and down in weather combined with the fact that I am working from home has put stress on my skin.

That why I super excited to get the AZN Labs Hydrogel Eye Patches and Hydrogel Lip Patches.

What makes these patches so great is their unique use of astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is found naturally in rainwater microalgae as a bi-product of environmental stresses like excessive sunlight. It’s believed to be one of the best  antioxidant ingredients that have 6,000 times the potency of vitamin C, 550 times the strength of vitamin E, and 1,000 times more than CoQ10. Astaxanthin also plumps the skin, reduces fine lines, and increases collagen production. These patches are anti-aging, free radical-reducing powerhouses.

The eye patches infuse your skin with tons of brightening, hydrating, and plumping power, thanks to moisturizing shea butter, hydrating hyaluronic acid, and barrier-protecting ceramides. It’s the perfect product to use when you’ve not been sleeping well due to everything that is going on in the world and constantly worrying about family and friends.

The lip patches also have a large dose of hyaluronic acid to help plump and hydrate dry, cracked lips. There are also a ton of great botanical ingredients in each — the eye patches have skin-brightening licorice root and sesame seed extract, while the lip patches have honey and peach fruit extract.  Doesn’t this sound wonderful?

Each jar of AZN Labs Hydrogel Eye Patches contains 30 pairs or 60 individual patches. The lip patches come in a set of 24. Like the signature ampoule, the patches are a pretty rose gold pink hue.

They have no scent and literally stick to the skin. My skin has been dry lately with me having to stay inside, so I’ve been using both the lip and eye patches in the morning. They stay perfectly in place, even while I’m running around the house doing chores. The best part is that they really do work! I’ve been wearing them daily and I’ve noticed my under-eye area definitely looks more hydrated and bright, and my lips are looking soft, without me having to apply extra lip balm all day long.

Have you tried the AZN Labs Hydrogel Lip and Eye patches? What do you think? Let me know in the comments!

 

 

Dove Nourishing Body Washes

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Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.

When it comes to skincare, winter is not the most wonderful time of the year for our skin.  As we move into Spring and are dealing with staying indoors more, we need to take care of the skin even more. When our skin is dry it fails to keep good things like water in, and bad things like allergens and bacteria out. Dry skin is easily inflamed by micro-traumas or abrasions. Also, as we age, our natural oils in our skin decrease and those oils are responsible for maintaining the skin’s protective moisture barrier.

Keeping that barrier intact starts with making sure you have a great hygiene routine. Aim to shower for no longer than five to ten minutes under lukewarm water. However, everyone’s skin is different and that is why it is great that Dove offers a line of body washes for whatever you are looking for.

I have been using Dove ever since I was a kid, because I have sensitive skin and my mom found that this was the best brand for me. Dove is extremely gentle and does wonders for your skin. The Dove Body Wash is inspired by natural ingredients. Each body wash has a perfect blend. The Dove Dryness Relief Body Wash with Jojoba Oil is one of my favorites. Blending jojoba oil with skin-natural nutrients, the Dryness Relief Body Wash promises to deeply nourish and restore dry skin and get back the soft, smooth skin you love. You might have already heard about the moisture-locking wonders of jojoba oil for skin – especially if your skin’s prone to dryness. So to make a formula that’s even more nourishing, we’ve combined this star ingredient with Moisture Renew Blend. Using plant-based moisturizers, our unique technology works deep into the skin to help renew natural moisture levels. And as a sulfate-free Dove body wash, this formula is kind to your skin’s living protective layer – the microbiome – too.

You simply smooth on to cleansed skin, squeeze the rich body wash into the palm of your hand, and then massage across your skin in a circular motion. Then rise off.

I have been using the new line of body washes for a while and it is truly amazing on my skin. I feel extremely clean and my skin always feels so soft and moisturized. These body washes are a must-have in your skin routine.

Have you tried one of the body washes? Let me know in the comments.