Chella Skin Care Review

Chella sent me two items from the skin care line, and I must say that I am very impressed with both of these items, and now I can’t part with them. These will definitely be in my daily routine from here on out, not only do they work amazingly well, but they smell absolutely divine.

Balancing Mask: Clay & Seaweed Treatment

Hello detox. This creamy, moisturizing clay mask is expert at going deep into pores to purify with clay then hydrates and replenishes with seaweed. The marine power plants boost moisture and restore elasticity. Apply generously to clean skin avoiding eye area. After 10 minutes, rinse and you're beautiful.

For All Skin Types ~ especially clogged pores & acne prone skin

Deeply Purifying: Clay draws out impurities while leaving nourishing essential minerals.

Hydration: Seaweed, 80 % comprised of vitamins and minerals, forms a gel that is easily absorbed into the skin and has a profound moisturizing effect.

Prevention of Breakouts: With bi-weekly use of this treatment, the skin is cleared and detoxified providing powerful protection against future breakouts. Ideal for use as a spot treatment on occasional breakouts.

To use: After cleansing, apply a generous amount to face and neck, avoiding eye area. For best results, leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use once a week and as a spot treatment for blemishes.

My Thoughts*

This Clay & Seaweed mask is light green and smells amazing. I love how a little bit spreads very well. You don't have to put a big giant glob into your hand for this to work.

It dries quickly but yet doesn't stop working after it has dried. I leave this on for the whole 10 minutes and sometimes a couple minutes longer. My face doesn't feel dried out but my pores seemed smaller and more clean than they were before using this.

It dries up acne and reduces redness. I haven’t had one breakout the entire time I’ve been using this. It has reduced the size of my pores significantly. The pores on my nose are the ones I have the most problem out of. They are the biggest, and seem to always contain blackheads.

I have tried many, many products specializing in blackheads, and only a few of them worked, but none worked as well as this did about drying the pores out and seemed to shrink them in size.

This is only a once a week treatment, because it dries up acne and blackheads, and if used too much, can dry out the skin. So it’s recommended that you only use it once a week and as a spot treatment when needed.

I have used this for about a month now, and am super impressed with it. I have used it as a mask and as a spot treatment, and it has worked well with both. It reduces the redness of the zit, as well as shrinking it in size, so it’s easier to hide beneath makeup.

I love this mask, not only for it’s quality, but for it’s quantity. I only needed about a dime size to rub over my entire face and neck. You leave it on for about 10-15 minutes and then wash it off with warm water.

I would advise you to buy a muslin washcloth, because since I’ve been using one- It seems like I have less of a mess to clean off my face when working with any face cleanser or mask. You just wet the cloth with warm-hot water and then rub the cloth in circles. Not only it is designed to also help with acne and blackheads but it feels amazing.

I have used the muslin cloth every time that I’ve put the mask on, and my skin feels as smooth and silky as a babies, without any overproducing oil or blemished popping up.

I praise Chella and their skin care line. They know how to make a woman feel absolutely beautiful and like they have a spa right at home waiting for them, whether it be after a hard days work, sweaty workout, or just to have some form of relaxation!

 Hydrating Tonic: Mineralizing Mist with Amino Acids

Hello Moisture. This refreshing tonic wakes up make-up, skin, senses and self-preservation. The secret: Tri-Amino complex shown to increase collagen production four-fold while retaining moisture and energizing skin. Allantoin and Copper reaffirms tissue health and elasticity. For post-cleansing, setting make-up or refreshing throughout the day. Firm. Fresh. Beautiful.

To use: After cleansing, mist over face and neck. Allow to absorb into skin. May also be used to refresh your skin as well as to set makeup.

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This is so easy to put on. I've never had a moisturizer come in a spray bottle, and this fits my needs so well. I can either keep this on my shelf, ready to be used when I need it, or keep it in my makeup bag so I can take it with me where ever I go.

How can you pass up on this offer? It isn’t only a moisturizer, but it can set mineral makeup as well. It smells fantastic and the bottle is beautiful. It is never hard to spray, doesn’t leak, and never creates a mess. I love having this handy!

I loved how it sprays directly where you want it to go. I can already have my hair done or washed and air-drying and spray this directly on my face without having to worry that it will spray my hair. It goes where it should, and makes me feel like such a QUEEN!

This does amazing effects with mineral makeup. I can do mineral face makeup and eye-shadow, and then spray this on my face and have it set perfectly. It never smears or makes It run. I’ve never had such an amazing smelling makeup primer.

I use this tons throughout the day. Even though I have naturally oily skin, this doesn't leave my face feeling greasy, no matter how much I use it throughout the day. It's like a natural skin refresher. It rejuvenates my face, wakes up my skin, and smells amazing.

The packaging is absolutely beautiful. It comes in a white/ deep orange that also goes with the bottles of the product. Even the box that it was mailed to me in had a deep orange coloring inside.

Customer Service was absolutely wonderful at all times, emailing me to make sure I had received the items and were enjoying using them. I really did. I also loved that the company went above and beyond to make sure that their customers are satisfied. YES! I was and will be a continuing customer for as long as I live.

There are so many other products that I hope to be able to try in the future. They all look amazing and offer something different. I want to first dry and day and night creams. They offer 2 types of day cream (one for combination to dry skin and the other for combination to oily skin). It has the daily dose of Vitamin A, Provitamin B5, C, and E nourish, while grape seed extract softens and fight free radicals.

Disclosure: Products were sent for review purposes only, this isn’t a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% mine, and totally honest!

 

Thanks, Jessica

Murad Acne Treatment and Repair Review

I received 3 wonderful products from Murad. I loved them all and they helped more than any other acne medicine I have ever used in my entire life. I wish I had known about these when I was a teen and when I was pregnant. These products are developed by dermatologists specifically for keeping your face clear of acne, healthy, and beautiful.

2-Treat and Repair
Acne Treatment Concealer
To use: Apply a thin layer on affected area once or twice daily.
I am amazed at this concealer, I really am. Usually when I get a zit or two, I have trouble covering them, even if it isn’t big OR have redness to it. I tried at first (when I was younger) to just cover them up with makeup, but it never worked. The makeup would always let it show through. Other concealers weren’t as good as this one is either.

The reason this one is so good is because it also contains the ingredients to kill the zit rather than just covering it up. So it’s helping to heal AND covering it at the same time.
I don’t get breakouts very much, but when I do- I definitely want this on hand. It’s so small and compact that it can fit inside even the smallest purse or makeup bag. It’s about the size of a lipgloss tube.

The tube contains a lot of concealer because it twists up to reveal more like a lipstick container. This is absolutely the best concealer I have ever used. It doesn’t dry out and goes on smoothly.
This would be perfect for using when you have an unexpected breakout and have someone important to be. Makes it easy to cover the zits, but also contains the medicine to kill the zits instead of just covering them up. I love this!!

I even use this for my under eye circles because you can dab this on and it doesn’t smear or come off. So even parts of my skin that doesn’t have breakouts, I apply this. It is the perfect consistency- not too thin, where it doesn’t cover up zits at all, and not too thick and cakey where it becomes a problem when used with makeup.

Love this product and would definitely be buying this again!


2-Treat and Repair
Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel
To use: Everyday after cleansing and toning massage evenly over face and neck.
This is a clear liquid gel that goes on after you have already cleaned your face. It is not sticky and doesn’t have a fragrance.

It lasts a long time too. Not even a full pump is more than enough for my entire face and neck. It goes on smoothly and dries quickly.

It comes in a pump action tube which I love. I like it even better because you can turn it to the right to prevent it from coming out without you wanting it to. I don’t know how many times I’ve had pump action tubes to get in or on everything within reach because I’ve absentmindedly thrown it in my purse or makeup bag and it squirt everywhere.

This works wonders with makeup as well. I love being able to wash my face and then put this gel and then the perfecting lotion on, then hide the spots with the concealer, and put the rest of my makeup on.

I think this really helps to prevent clogged pores, and to clear the pores that are clogged. I loved this product, as well as the others that I was sent. This wakes my skin up!

This is perfect for all seasons, but especially for my oily prone skin in the summer months. I have loved using this. I can wake up and wash my face and put this and the perfecting lotion on, a little makeup and I’m ready to go.

3-Hydrate/Protect

Skin Perfecting Lotion
Achieve uniform texture and tone. This ultra-light, oil-free lotion hydrates without leaving an oily residue. Retinol and arnica work together to reduce redness and help prevent clogged pores for a softer, more evenly balanced texture. Retinol and queen of meadow extract penetrate pores to keep them clear Honey extract is toning and tightening Algae extract provides sebum control
To use: Everyday after cleansing and toning massage evenly over face and neck.

This is a creamy white liquid that also has no fragrance. It isn’t greasy or too thin. It’s the perfect consistency to give you the moisture you need for the day without clogging your pores and giving you acne or blackheads.

I have noticed that the size of my pores have completely downsized. The pores in my nose were huge which tended to let me get blackheads a lot. Especially in the summer months I used to fight blackheads with a vengeance with no help from anything I tried.

I not only use this on my face but have been using this to see if it will clear up my Keratosis Pilaris (chicken skin) which only shows up on my thighs. It is shown that 50% of Americans have this but don’t know what it is.

I’ve had it since I was about 12, and didn’t know what it was until a couple of years ago. You would rarely catch me wearing shorts, a short skirt, or a bathing suit. They show up in the sun and look like a bad acne rash but itches.

I have tried some products before that gave me relief and was helping to prevent it, but I was curious whether this would work also. Since it’s designed to perfect the skin, I thought it possibly could help me out.

I stopped all other treatment and just exclusively used this lotion on the “chicken skin”. Within 3 days the size of the bumps went from acne sized bumps to very small pencil tip size. They were also grouped together in patches and were everywhere- now there aren’t very many at all and they are very teeny tiny, so it’s not going to be much longer before they aren’t even visible any longer.

This lotion has left not only my face but my legs so soft and smooth, yet not greasy. Because it doesn’t have a fragrance, this would work wonders for people who have very sensitive skin. I know tons of people who can’t treat their acne on a daily basis because of the over drying effects that most acne treatment gives.

These product are amazing and I loved THEM! I am so glad that I was given the chance to work with Murad. They are an amazing company. I got the products EXTREMELY fast, and customer service was SUPERB. I love everything about this company and their products.

They DID work quickly, just as they said they would. I started seeing results within the first 2-3 uses, which is AMAZING. Who wants blackheads or breakouts at an important event such as a wedding, a big company party, or even just daily? I didn’t and haven’t, but I have never seen anything work so quickly and keep providing protection and treatment as well as these have.
TWO thumbs up from me!

Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. All opinions are 100% mine and not influenced in any way.

niapads face cleaning pads

Other acne pads and cleansing products claim to get all the dirt from the bottom of your pores to kill the acne and the redness that comes with it. I have used many products over the years.
Some made my face VERY red and dried out, my skin would start peeling. I hated the peeling. Despised it to no end. The peeling couldn’t even be covered up by my makeup because it would make the makeup peel as well.


When I seen Niapads, I SO wanted to give this a try. I have been using it for 3-4 weeks, and it does exactly what it says it will. I love products that work!!
They smell AMAZING. They come in a little Ziplock type bag to keep them fresh. They are smaller than I expected them to be (smaller than a debit card), but they still get the job done. They are easy to travel with because of the size, a HUGE bonus. (the picture is of the Niapad folded over).


They have a gentle effective exfoliation, that gets deep into the pores and leaves my skin feeling soft and very clean. They don’t leave my skin feeling dried out or greasy like other do. The smell is a HUGE plus.

I ended up using this a couple times AFTER a huge name brand that said that they clean the face VERY well. What I seen on the Niapad after cleaning with it, I was very disappointed in the name brand. There was still A LOT of makeup left behind. This gets every single bit of makeup off.
If you have a lot of makeup on, you can rinse the Niapad and re-wash with the same pad. There isn’t a medicine, alcohol, or chemical smell to these pads like some do.

I had a stubborn zit that just wouldn’t go away, so I followed the directions on the packaging. It said to cut a small amount off and directly stick it to the zit, and leave until dried. This made the zit go away extremely fast. Not disappear instantly, but definitely quicker than anything I have ever experienced in my life.!!

I love these and will definitely reorder again and again.

About:
Niapads^TM– Face cleansing pad with Niacinamide USP are designed to safely reduce Acne flareups by unleashing the well documented anti-inflammatory properties of Niacinamide USP.

Did you know?
Scientific research has shown that Niacinamide (also known as Nicotinamide or Vitamin B3) is superior to antibiotics such as Clindamycin in reducing Acne. Niacinamide is not an antibiotic and there are no antibiotic related side-effects associated with its use. (See References).

Effective Control for Acne, Pimples and Zits! - easy to use.
Niapads™ is a one-step process for pore cleansing, killing acne causing bacteria and exfoliation. Skin friendly emollients prevent drying of skin. It also contains Lavender oil, known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties; and yes it provides a mild lavender scent.
Inflammatory skin conditions include Acne vulgaris and studies have shown that Niacinamide USP has proven efficacy in treatment of these skin conditions. Niapads™ is uniquely formulated to deliver Niacinamide USP topically at the desired site unlike oral formulations. A mild scrubbing pad helps exfoliate dead skin cells and prevent pore clogging.

Common acne-treatment concerns:
It is difficult to choose the right acne treatment - after all there are so many to choose from.
Would it work on my skin type? Will it dry my skin and make it itch or flake?
Are there any side-effects? Is it safe for pregnancy or nursing child?
Is the regimen difficult? Are there multiple steps?
Will it handle my serious breakout? Is it foul smelling?
Will the product potency/purity be the same from the first application to the
last in a given package or will it lose its strength/purity once the package is
opened?

Is it convenient to carry, travel, spill-proof?

Each situation is unique. Acne is caused by several factors and there is no one-time cure for acne.
However Niapads™ - face cleansing pad with Niacinamide USP, effectively controls acne and is suitable for all skin types. It provides an effective solution to all of the questions above and more! Make it a part of your daily skin care regimen.

Product features:
Each pack contains 30 pads in a re-sealable pouch.
Delivers therapeutic amounts of Niacinamide USP. Since application is topical, its action is localized and there are no systemic side-effects.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is generally recognized as safe for pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Mild scrubbing action - water soluble micro beads. Cloth provides additional scrubbing action.
Contains beneficial Lavender oil. Provides mild lavender scent.
No added colors (Presence of FD&C colors may cause acne flare-ups).
Convenient to carry. Take it to school, college, work, gym or travel.

MADE IN USA

How to use Niapads™
Tear open the pouch at the notch and open the ziploc seal. Take one pad and moisten it with water. Wet skin application area with water. Scrub application area gently with the moistened pad. Discard wet pad after use in regular trash. Wait 20 to 30 seconds and rinse thoroughly with water. Gently pat dry with clean towel.

Note: Before starting any skincare regimen, it is advisable to consult a medical professional.

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all opinions are 100% my own. I did receive products in exchange for an honest review.!