Beauty Review: Belli Pregnancy Friendly Anti-Blemish Face Wash & Acne Control Spot Treatment

Belli Skin Care is skincare that is absolutely safe to use while you’re pregnant. Not all skincare is, we all know that. Some skincare contains harsh chemicals that should be avoided. The chemicals that are in our skin/hair care does seep into our bloodstream through the cells in our skin/hair follicles, so going safe is the only way to go!

My skin goes OVERTIME while I’m pregnant, I swear! At the beginning half of the pregnancy my face is covered in oil it seamed. I had acne more when I was pregnant then I EVER did when I was a teenager. I guess it is just all the pregnancy hormones, but I wasn’t “glowing” at all, except from oil.

My hormones were running rampant, making me BEG for something to get rid of the acne. I couldn’t handle my once beautiful acne-free skin so full of blemishes, and not being able to do anything about it.

I was excited to be able to review two of the Belli Skin Care Acne Prone Skin Products. They sent me the Anti-Blemish Facial Wash (Complexion Perfection) and the Acne Control Spot Treatment.

This is the Belli Anti-Blemish Facial Wash, which is totally free of any dyes, phthalates, and preservatives. I love that this is a multipurpose acne cleanser. It can be used as a regular face wash or it can be left on for 5 minutes as a mask.

I rotate between the two. If I feel like my face is exceptionally oily, I’ll use this as a face mask and keep it on for the 5 minutes, but if I’m in a hurry I’ll use it as a cleanser. It works unbelievably amazing as both!

This cleanser/mask is completely clear, you can immediately tell that there aren’t any dyes inside. It smells really good, reminds me of citrus cleaner. My face feels SO clean after using this, and it isn’t overly dry. It just cleanses the extra oil, while keeping the natural oils on your face from being stripped.

A dime sized portion is all that is needed to cleanse the entire face. This ONE bottle is sure to last quite some time even if you use it twice on a daily basis. It is great for calming the skin and helping rid of that pesky acne that is keeping you from “glowing” like every mommy-to-be wants to.

This has completely canceled out my acne already, and I’ve only been using it for about 3 weeks. I could see a change within just the first week, which was astonishing. You don’t have to be pregnant to use this, it are amazing for anyone who suffers from acne-prone skin that doesn’t want to be subjected to harsh chemicals, dyes, and preservatives!

Regular acne medicine contains salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and/or benzoyl peroxide-- common acne fighting ingredients that should be avoided during pregnancy. This face wash has none of those ingredients in it. It has lactic acid as the acne fighting ingredient, which IS safe to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Contains lemon peel oil, a natural anti-bacterial and skin brightener

With green tea extract and cucumber, both are rich in antioxidants

About the Cleanser:

Acne Clearing Facial Wash is an exfoliating wash; rich in powerful acne-ridding ingredients that leaves skin clear and refined, without over-drying. The safest acne solution for pregnancy, Belli Acne Clearing Facial Wash uses hydroxyacid to lift away dirt, oil and bacteria, promoting clean and blemish-free skin. Most acne treatments are contra-indicated during pregnancy because of adverse effects to baby. Belli's breakthrough formulation is the first to safely address pregnancy-related acne using lactic acid ¿ an ingredient that is naturally found in the body.

Buy it: Belli Anti-Blemish Facial Wash $22 for 6.7 oz..

 

The second item I received was the Belli Skin Care Acne Control Spot Treatment.

When pairing this with the amazing Anti-Blemish Face Wash, it just amazed me at how quickly the already formed blemishes were gone. I was thinking it would take at least 3 days to be rid of them, but with just the first use it totally dried them up.

It smells a little because it has sulfur as an ingredient, but the smell doesn’t last long and it isn’t overwhelming. You can use this as a spot treatment or rub a little on your entire face after washing. I’ve been swiping a little all over in hopes that it will stop the forming blemishes as well as dry up those that were already formed.

I loved how quickly it soaked into the skin. This can be used both morning and night, and can be worn under makeup, moisturizer, or even sunblock! The more you use it, the quicker results you’ll get.

It’s shocking how well these work together and how quickly they show results. I didn’t want to be walking around looking like a proactive commercial beginning. It’s gross and makes you think you look horrifying. You don’t have to be trapped with hormonal acne, and feel the need to hide!

If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or just want something all natural to help with the acne.. you should definitely try both of these! They rock!

About the Acne Control Spot Treatment

An acne spot treatment that helps reduce the severity of acne blemishes and may be used during pregnancy.

Features sulfur to clear acne blemishes AND help prevent new breakouts

FREE of salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and benzoyl peroxide-- common acne fighting ingredients that should be avoided during pregnancy

Applicator tip for easy targeted treatment

Absorbs quickly; non-greasy

Buy it: Belli Skin Care Acne Control Spot Treatment $15 for 0.5 oz.

About Belli Skincare:

Giving birth to your baby is so much more than a physical act. It's a life-altering experience, full of emotion, beauty and meaning. For expectant and new mothers, it's also a time of uncertainty, with a changing body, unique skin care issues, heightened safety concerns and a new baby to care for.

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Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Jabu’She Skincare; Facial Tonic

Jabu’she is a skin care line from Sweden that’s designed for anyone who wants to improve the look and feel of aging or sun-damaged skin. Jabu’she also gives the skin a finer luster, increased vitality, and fewer visible pores.

I was excited to get to be able to work with them on a review, because they have AWARD winning anti-aging skincare that also reverses signs of sun exposure. I got to choose 3 items from the site, which was hard. They have a very clean, simple website that is easy to navigate.. and amazing products that are designed just as beautifully.

The first item I chose was the Jabu’she Cleansing Lotion. I love this cleansing lotion and have added this to my daily skin care regimen as the main cleaner for the last month.

This is a very gentle cleansing lotion that doesn’t strip the skin of it’s natural oils. I have oily skin, but this still works very well for me. I use twice on a daily basis and then add in a face scrub 2 days of the week and a mask on another.

I love the scent, it smells so clean and fresh- reminds me of freshly bloomed flowers! I love the way my skin feels after I wash with this cleansing lotion.

As you can tell it doesn’t get sudsy. The suds can actually strip the skin of ALL oils, even the ones your skin needs to remain healthy and not dry out. My skin feels so soft, smooth, and refreshed after using this.

It is just so invigorating! It feels so amazing because it is actually BUILT like a lotion. It calms and heals stressed out skin while also cleaning it. I can’t tell you how AMAZING this is at cleaning off makeup without any left behind.

it’s also great at removing mineral eyeshadow and mascara, which usually takes an eye makeup remover to get off. I only had a slight raccoon look after, which came off with a slight swipe of a towel after washing!

This balances the skin tone and texture overtime, while also firming and refreshing it! Couldn’t ask for anything more from a face cleaner! I LOVE that my skin stays moisturized, yet it isn’t oily!

The ingredients contain cucumber extract which is what helps to naturally moisturize and balance the skin. Peach extract helps to smooth, lift, and refresh the skin. AND chamomile heals and calms.

Buy it: Jabu’she Cleansing Lotion $29.95

 

The second items I chose was the Jabu’she Facial Tonic. This is different from most toners on the market today because it doesn’t contain alcohol. Most people don’t know but the alcohol in toners can actually dry skin out and make them start to peel overtime.

I love that this has a pump action top. Usually toners come with a screw on or pop off lid, where you have to use a cotton pad or ball with it. I love this way SO much better.

It not only saves time, but I am not wasting more than I use. It’s a win/win situation. I love this facial tonic. I’ve noticed my skin feels a lot more rejuvenated and balanced since using it.

Like I said before, I have oily skin. More now since I’ve been tanning on a regular basis. It seems to bring the oil to the top even more, so I was glad that this has balanced the oiliness.

I’ve noticed it numbs a little at first. I accidentally sprayed it on my lips and they went numb. So after that I made it a point to wipe my lips with a towel immediately after spraying my face with this tonic.

It has the same calming and moisturizing ingredients that the cleansing lotion has in it. It has Cucumber extract to balance and moisturize, Peach extract to smooth, lift, and refresh, and Chamomile to heal and calm.

My face just feels SO clean after! I love it!

Buy It: Jabu’she Facial Tonic $31.95

The third I chose was the Repairing Overnight Moisture Mask. I love it because it’s an anti-aging mask that helps to diminish fine lines and wrinkles overtime.

It is so moisturizing and rehydrates dried out skin. If your skin is in desperate need of moisture, this is what you need. It smells so amazing, goes on so smoothly, and you only NEED leave it on for 15 minutes but best if left overnight!

The overnight mask is a light blue/green in color and smells like a mixture of cucumbers and peaches to me. So invigorating and uplifting!

I’ve been using it overnight, and in the morning my skin looks so replenished. It feels so stimulated and restored of all the moisture it loses at night.

Buy It: Jabu’She Repairing Overnight Moisture Mask. $39.95

I am amazed at just how light all of these are on my skin (even the moisture mask). My pores have seemed to have shrank a couple sizes (which is AMAZING for someone with large pores).

Keep your eyes peeled for the GIVEAWAY which will feature the same items!

 

About:

Jabu’she was created after extensive research on the actual product formulation and its core ingredient, QAL-100; The study was reviewed by the Research Ethics Committee at Karolinska Hospital in Stockholm (2001), and has been published in one of the most prestigious medical journals, The British Journal of Dermatology (founded in 1888) 2003:149:841-849t

Backed by clinical research, Jabu’she has been proven to make your skin feel younger, smoother and give it a clearer hue. It increases cell activity and strengthens defense against free radicals. The patented QAL-100 formulation generates superior results, bringing vitality to your skin.

 

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Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Acure Organics Radical Resurfacing Face Lotion

I have said this over and over, but there is NOTHING better than Acure Organics on the market today. They are hands down the absolute BEST thing since sliced bread! They sell absolutely everything you need to look and feel your best.

Whether it’s shampoo or conditioner (they even sell dry shampoo and leave in conditioner), lotions, night and day creams, serums, wrinkle protection, body wash.. and more!

Their packaging is SO beautiful, each product has a different color/design on it—and they even write funny little statements on the back of the products!

The Radical Resurfacing Face Lotion comes in a clear glass bottle with dark and light blue swirls on the side. It also comes with a twist/turn pump top. You can turn it right to lock it, left to unlock it.

This makes it so much easier on me. Not only can I take it with me if I stay the night somewhere other than my home—but my daughter likes to try and sneak into stuff that she isn’t allowed to. I can lock the top and she can’t squirt it everywhere!

This is a thin white lotion that smells absolutely delicious! It reminds me of Lemon Tart or something! YUM! It sinks RIGHT in my skin, without leaving my face oily or greasy!

This should definitely be called a serum rather than a lotion. Serums are more lightweight and more effective than lotions because of their structure build. They are built to easily sink into the skin and work at a quicker pace. This definitely does both! AND serums work well under another moisturizer and makeup, and this does that as well.

You can use this day or night OR both. I have been using this in both my morning and night time cleaning and moisturizing routine on a daily basis. It is very lightweight and feels amazing on my skin even during the day.

It isn’t heavy like a regular moisturizer would be.. it even goes on under makeup really well. The Radical Resurfacing Face Lotion is made to even and smooth the skin tone.

When I was 15, I fell against a dresser and hit my right eye- which left a scar. Since I’ve been using this, I’ve noticed the scar has slightly faded over time.  It also helps with red spots, dark spots, and old acne scars.

I have noticed a HUGE difference in the size of my pores. Usually they are GIANT, especially on my nose (WHICH I hate).. but using this twice a day on a daily basis as really helped them to diminish in size and stay clear from blackheads!

It helps to fight blotchiness, spots, and hyperpigmentation. I’ve been tanning a lot since January and the tanning bed is supposed to clear up your skin. (It did clear up my Keratosis Pilarsis) but it was giving me sweat bumps on my jawline all the way up to my earlobes.

Since I’ve been using this, it has kept the sweat bumps at bay. I don’t have to scrub with a glycolic cleanser every night (because it WASN’T acne) but I thought maybe it’d help.

This has definitely worked well on clearing up my skin tone, toning up my skin, and making it SO soft! You can use this as a spot treatment, but I’ve been using 1- 1 1/2 pumps each morning and night after exfoliating, cleaning, and using a spray toner.. and it has worked wonders!

During the day, I don’t have to use another moisturizer (now that’s it’s spring) I did in the winter because my skin was drier. It’s just enough moisture for the day for me though, because I have naturally oily skin.

Those that don’t however could get away with adding another day moisturizer and then putting on your makeup. At night it’s the same routine except I use this under a night cream as well. I LOVE the smell of the lemons.. so fresh and invigorating!!

This is an amazing facial lotion, and if YOU have any issues with your skin tone or texture this is FOR YOU! It’s cheap, lightweight, and smells incredible! One bottle lasts quite awhile too.

• Restores balance and surface tone to skin
• Feeds and restores cells
• Protects against free radical damage
• Improves skin texture and tone without photosensitivity
• Great for all skin types
• Paraben free, Vegan, Gluten free, Synthetic fragrance free, Silicone free, Phthalate free
• Fair trade certified ingredients

Buy IT: You can buy the Acure Organics Radical Resurfacing Cream for $19.99

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Jessica Renee