Beauty Review: Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment

Disclosure: The products mentioned in this post were sent for review purposes only; All opinions are 100% honest and completely my own.

Apothederm has made a REALLY awesome Acne Clarifying Treatment!

Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment
This product is a power packed acne treatment that helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes.  Dual acne prevention ingredients, Oligopeptide-10 and Salicylic Acid, work together to target existing blemishes and help prevent future breakouts.  Glycerin provides hydration to skin without stripping moisture, leaving skin soft to the touch. 

• Exfloites dead skin cells and cleans up sebum (oily secretions)

• Minimizes pore size
• Helps clear breakouts and prevents future breakouts

• Effective but gentle for all over facial use

Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment comes in a 1 ounce pump bottle.  It retails for $32.50.  To view before and after photos, check out their website,

I was excited to try this! I’ve been on the lookout for a good acne gel, wash, or SOMETHING to help with the breakouts I’ve been getting since starting with the tanning bed visits.

I’ve been having small bumps (that DON’T turn into full acne) around my jawline to the base of my earlobes, blackheads on my nose and chin, and random breakouts. I needed to clear all of this up!
I applied this after my nighttime treatment of washing and/or exfoliation but before creams, moisturizers, and toners. It is a clear, gel like product that goes on easily and sinks into the skin very quickly.

The best thing about it that there wasn’t any burning, redness, irritation, or drying after. Usually acne medicine whether it’s a gel or a cleanser causes all of these problems after applying, but this didn’t. I was glad, it felt like just another “item” in the nighttime routine.


It only takes a very small amount to get the job done (less than a dime size) so this bottle will last me quite some time. It IS kind of pricey, but if you look at how long it lasts and the other products you don’t have to buy now (concealer, glycolic acid face washes..) it’s well worth it to have beautiful, clear skin.

Now that spring is here and summer is very near, I am very glad to have this! My skin seems to become even MORE oily in the warmer months, so now I know I can keep those pesky blemishes, bumps, and blackheads at bay!

I love that it wasn’t only effective, but it’s gentle and lightweight as well. It amazed me that it kept my skin so smooth and blemish free without over-drying it. My pores became smaller overtime (within the first week I could see a difference).

Since it’s so lightweight it’s easy to use both in the morning and at night. I started using it at night (AT first) because I didn’t want a bad reaction (redness or irritation) to pop up during the day. When I seen there weren’t any side effects, I used it under makeup (AND day moisturizer and toner)
without a problem. I couldn’t even tell it was there. It was protecting me all day!

It isn’t scented and it leaves the skin feeling so refreshed! There isn’t any sort of residue or film left over, just plain CLEAN skin! I really like and use it on a daily basis, more often than not more than once.

Buy IT: Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment comes in a 1 ounce pump bottle. It retails for $32.50
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Beauty Review: Bango Hair Trimmer by PRO Beauty Tools®

More bangs for less bucks. Save money by trimming your bangs, split ends, and top layer at home with the BANGO hair-cutting tool. It's calibrated with three comb tension to hold hair as tightly as a stylist, and has straight and arched cutting edges and cutting teeth for texturizing ends. Follow the included instructional video to whip your hair into stylish shape.

Includes:

• BANGO hair cutting tool

• Two hair clips

• One comb

• One pair of scissors

• One instructional DVD

• DVD run time is approximately 6 minutes, 27 seconds

• BANGO: plastic construction

Made in China/Japan/USA

 

My Review

Having 2 kids under the age of 6 is no joke. Especially when they are constantly growing out of their clothes, shoes, and everything else. Not to mention how fast their hair grows.

My son, 6 AND daughter, 4 have each been to a stylist ONCE and it was very hectic. They wouldn’t sit still, whining, crying, and trying to climb down out of the chair.

I knew after the first time with both that I needed to do something to make cutting hair a little easier and convenient for both of us. I would rather do it in the privacy of my home where my kids aren’t getting frantic and acting silly.

Then the bango appeared! I love being able to cut the kids hair at home. If I didn’t, I would have to take them to a salon EVERY month. Their hair grows very quickly and I don’t want to take them EVERY month, especially now that Aidan’s in school and Adam works nights.

I cut my son’s hair with a buzzer and then trim his bangs with the bango. I don’t cut my daughters hair EXCEPT her bangs. It is a LOT easier on me now.

This makes cutting their hair a breeze, and I don’t have to go through the trouble of putting them in the car and listening to them whine about not wanting to go inside the salon the entire trip. Not to mention CRYING in the salon.

Once you get the system down with “watching the DVD to get the precise cut” everything is easy. I wish the scissors were of better quality, but since we aren’t really cutting HAIR—just the bangs, we can live with it.

This gives us the freedom of doing it IN home and then just putting them in the bath to wash away the excess hairs that cling to them. I even found a cheap hairdressers apron to stick on them so I can trim without hairs getting everywhere!

I use the little black clips at night before my bath to hold my hair back when I exfoliate and wash my face! Holds my hair back like a dream!

 

How it Works:
BANGO by Pro Beauty Tools is a patented at-home hair trimming tool that is calibrated with three comb tension to hold hair as tightly as a stylist, and has straight and arched cutting edges and cutting teeth for texturizing ends. Follow the included instructional video to whip your hair style into stylish shape.
Save On Salon Visits!
BANGO helps people trim the parts of their hair that often grow out faster than their entire haircut-bangs, split ends and top layers.
Unlike Any other Trimming Tools:

• Helps cut hair evenly and quickly.
• Allows you to trim a little hair at a time to avoid bangs that are too short
• Convenient and easy to use
• Packaging Contains the following: 1) Bango Haircutting Tool 2) 5 ¿" Precision Shears 3) 2 Sectioning Clips 4) Comb 5) Instructional DVD

 

More about Bango:

Bangs are one of the hottest trends this year but it comes at a costly price. Constantly maintaining your flirty fringe with frequent visits to the hair salon puts a burden on your expenses and time. Introducing Bango® by PRO Beauty Tools®, an at-home trimming tool that will make cutting and styling your bangs quick, easy, and mistake-proof! Bango® helps trim the parts of the hair that often grows out faster than the entire haircut—bangs, split-ends and top-layers! It is also great for men’s hair and maintaining children’s bangs, which can often be a difficult task. For just $19.99, you can skip the salon and become your own speedy stylist by using the Bango® kit which includes a Bango®, a 6” pair of precision shears, 2 sectioning clips, a comb and an instructional DVD.

The patented design of the Bango® was created by Trey Burnette, celebrity stylist, who has teamed up with PRO Beauty Tools® to bring this fool-proof tool to consumers everywhere. Trey works at the prestigious Román Salon, nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, where his talents have allowed him to work with Hollywood celebrities, European Royalty, top fashion magazine editors and people that just want to look fabulous. He invented Bango® after noticing his clients would trim (and mess-up) their own bangs between haircut appointments. The tool is calibrated with a three comb tension that holds hair in place as tightly as a stylist would. It has straight and arched cutting edges with teeth that work to create numerous bangs styles including: blunt bangs, textured bangs, side bangs, top-layer trims, short hair, men’s bangs and children’s bangs.

This ingenious tool allows you to cut bangs a little bit at a time to keep you from accidentally cutting them too short. It also helps you from cutting bangs crooked since you can line up the Bango® easily while you cut. It is convenient, easy-to-use, and will save you time and money.

Buy It: Bango Hair Trimmer for $15.99

 

 

Jessica Renee

Office Product Review: Z-HL Zebra Highlighters

I have been on the search for a really good highlighter that comes in a variety of colors. I’ve tried almost every single type of highlighter. Some worked better than others, but some only came in 3 different colors and the ones that DID come with a variety of colors were UNGODLY in their prices.

Usually the highlighters don’t last too long before they dry out, didn’t have a vibrant color, or didn’t go too smoothly across a piece of paper. Some smeared ink, and some bled through the paper.

There wasn’t ANYTHING with these Z-HL Zebra Highlighters that I didn’t like. There are five different colors; pink, green, blue, orange, and yellow. AND they come with 2 yellows (as it’s the most commonly used).

They write and highlight perfectly on every piece of paper even carbon copy, textbooks, and everything in between. It doesn’t smear ink at all, and I love the fact that the capsule where the ink is shows how much is in it, so you know when it needs to be replaced.

These highlighters keep me organized. I can copy MUST know stuff in a certain color. Or if  I’m writing notes—I can go back over them later and highlight certain stuff in different colors, so I know everything that needs to be known—yet isn’t blended together by one color.

They have a chisel tip so it makes it easier to highlight smaller words (like a textbook) without it smearing into the next line like fat tip highlighters do. I also love that they have a rubber grip so it’s easier to hold for extended periods of time! Ahh..comfort!

Buy It: Zebra Z-HL Three Chamber Chisel Highlighters for $7.79 for 6 (two yellow come in the pack).

 

 

Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Essie No Place Like Chrome

 

I was very impressed at how glossy and lustrous this Essie Mirror Metallics Collection Chrome is. I only had to put one coat on my toes, and it looked like two coats of a regular polish.

The chrome is luminous and very shiny. Eye catching, bright, and I love that there aren’t any bubbles in the finished look. It goes on smooth, the brush is shaped JUST the right size to get the job done without making a mess of things.

The trick to the no bubbles is using a really thin layer of base coat after you buffer really good and then thin layer of top coat after the chrome. If you have bubbles in your base coat- IT will show up when your polish dries. I didn’t have any issues though.

Chrome and other metallic polishes have definitely made their way back into the fashion industry and Essie has done it EXACTLY the way it should be! They’ve made them in more sophisticated, softer hues that draw attention yet not in a tacky (I can’t believe she did that) way!

Buy IT: Essie Mirror Metallics Collection Chrome $8

 

Jessica Renee

Book Review: Tape It & Make It- 101 Duct Tape Activities by Richela Fabian Morgan; Barron’s Publishing

Always a useful item in every household toolbox, duct tape has now taken on a second life as a medium for hobbyists of all ages. This fun-filled book presents dozens of creative ideas and easy-to-follow instructions for using versatile duct tape to make everything from coin purses to neckties, from elegant artificial flowers and highly original Halloween costumes to a duct tape yoga mat!

 

Discover how to fashion more than 100 different items from duct tape, including;

• Wallets and purses
• artificial flowers
• accessories
• aprons, superhero capes, and more.

 

History of Duct Tape: From the INTRO of Tape it & Make it- 101 Duct Tape Activities

Duct tape has been around since the 1940s, when it was originally developed as an adhesive for ammunition cases in World War II. Because of it’s water resistant qualities, the military also used it for quick fixes on jeeps and firearms. It eventually found it’s way into hardware stores, where plumbers and builders gave it it’s current name.

Nowadays, duct tape is ubiquitous. Besides a hardware store, you can find a roll of the good stuff in the office supply shop, an arts’ and crafts store, a grocery store, even a pharmacy- all places that one would certainly not associate with malfunctioning ducts. So why are these places stocking up on duct tape?

The answer is that duct tape is the new black- and not just in the fashion sense. You can make just about anything with it, from accessories to home decoration.

My Review

I had seen the duct tape wallets and certain accessories on random blogs. I thought they looked pretty cool, but I wasn’t for certain that playing with duct tape was my thing. For one, it’s messy—it’s very sticky and very unforgiving.

For instance, if I miss a stitch in crochet- all I have to do is untangle the other stitches and make sure I include it this time. I wasn’t sure I wanted to spend the money on duct tape so I could get it twisted and tangled up everywhere.

BUT- this book shows exactly how to work with duct tape to prevent it from sticking everywhere, all over everything. It shows (with pictures) how to square the duct tape up so that you create a “fabric” with it—so it’s easier to maintain.

After reading through the book, I wasn’t so hesitant that I could screw this up BIG TIME, I now know how to prevent the bubbles and make the different “fabrics”

There’s the one sided, double-sided, and woven. It’s pretty simple after the first couple of times. Just make sure your working on a flat wood surface so there isn’t any room for the duct tape to slide.

The reason I was drawn into “crafting” anyway was all the different colors, and I love creating something out of nothing. When I had a chance to flip though the book, I was amazed at how MANY things could be made with just duct tape.

I thought maybe wallets and some other little things, but Richela (the author) is a duct tape GENIUS if I must say so myself. There are headbands with duct tape feathers, bracelets, fingerless gloves, aprons, hats, and vests. That’s just in the first chapter.

The second chapter is Housewares which includes coin holders, decorative wall hanging letters, picture frames, table runners, a plastic bag dispenser, vase, placemat and more.

I love that in the second chapter she devotes two entire pages to just showing us how to “paint” with duct tape. Which is like silhouettes.. you cut out the “design” such as a tree or a bird (or whatever you choose) and place it on whatever your making.

This spices things up a bit. You can create whatever you want with just this design tip. Out of the hundreds of items that can be made from duct tape JUST in this book, you can add your own flair and design to it with choosing a different color tape and adding the “paint” method which is what I thought was the most AWESOME!

Chapter 3 is nothing but pillows, pads, cushions, and mats. Making a seat cushion, pillow, or a mat out of duct tape never occurred to me. When I got into this book, thoughts started swirling my mind about all the different things I could make with the tape (that wasn’t in the book).  All of a sudden, everything in life becomes a canvas for duct taping!

Chapter 4 shows how to further your knowledge of making stuff out of duct tape by making “STICKERS”. These are stickers that you can put on your different “projects” to also help make them stand out to be YOURS.

They show you how to make a butterfly, crow, apple. sports car, peace sign, surfing wave, pirate, earth, a bridge, and more..

Chapter 5 is where it gets very interesting with the bags, holders, and wallets. I don’t know why but I am a collector of all things bags, totes, wallets, and laptop cases. I have 1 laptop and 10 cases—don’t ask me why.. lol.

They have some awesome clutches, totes, and even full sized beach bags in this book. Lunch totes, id holders, and cell phone case. You can of course, change up the colors so that you have every type of bag in every color,, YAY

This is a cheap, easy, and convienient way to make everybody Christmas presents on your lists. It doesn’t take long, the instructions are very simple, and the duct tape will NEVER wear down. If something spills inside their “beach bag” all they have to do is wipe it out with a washcloth.

It will never stain, tear, or break. The only way to dissemble the duct tape is to of course- CUT IT! This would be a perfect present for even young kids (as long as you cut the tape for them). They can then make birthday presents, Christmas presents, and even mother and fathers’ day presents by hand.

Chapter 6 devotes itself to making different flowers. Wouldn’t mom just love flowers that never died in her vase for the front room table? Of course she would. There are some beauties in here; Calla Lily, Red Rose, Sunflower, Cherry Blossom Branch (my favorites), Hot pink Hibiscus, and more!  By this point, you could make MOM and GRANDMA an entire garden for their house! LOL

Chapter 7 is toys; so it’s about checker/chess boards, dolls, and masks. Oh what fun the kids could have making their OWN toys! AND it wouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg!

Chapter 8 is more fun and play for the kids with Costumes, Disguises, and Props. What kid doesn’t like a little imaginative play every now and then? With this you can create beards, superhero capes, pirate hats. knight sword and shield, and more.

Chapter 9 is seasonal; ornaments, wreaths, bows, banners, and baskets. Nothing says “KIDS live here” like handmade ornaments and baskets. This would be something fun to do together and keep as keepsakes..

This whole book is nothing but fun! Go to walmart, get the duct tape, buy this book, and have some family time making stuff. Not only will they remember the time you spent with them, when you bring out the stuff they made when they’re older—they will have a blast remembering making it!

About the Author

 

When she's not picking through her neighbor's trash for crafty treasures, Richela Fabian Morgan teaches eco crafting at the Sheldrake Environmental Center.
Ms. Morgan lives with her husband and two children in Larchmont, New York. You can learn more about her crafts, her cooking, and her domestic follies on her website: http://www.richelafabianmorgan.com

 

Buy It: $8.64 & Free Shipping with orders over $25

Tape It & Make It: 101 Duct Tape Activities

 

 

Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Ooh La La at the Mansion Indoor Tanning Lotion by Playboy <Performance Brands>

Level 3 Advanced Indoor Tanning Lotion-Extreme Hot Tingle Bronzer with Hi Def Color!

Your sultry hot, seductive bronze is an expression of surprise to all those in your presence. Sizzling hot, yet refined persona allows you to saunter through the crowd with ease. Everyone stares in awe while you mingle with the crowd as only you know the power of your presence. You’re hot in more ways than one.

Your fiery attraction is unstoppable- The Mansion awaits you!

AccelaBronze* Tanning and Skincare Breakthrough!

• Purified Advanced Tanning Accelerators for your darkest tan.
• 25x Black Bronze for Instant bronzing gratification
• DHA clear bronzers adds an extra level of bronze for a deeper tan.
• Extra Hot Tingle Action Improves and stimulates a darker bronze color.
• Advanced Silicone Emulsion provides silky smoothness while prolonging the life of your tan.
• Exotic Neem & Evening Primrose oil provides luscious moisture.
• Vitamins A, C, & E aids in the protection of your skin.
• Cranberry, Pomegranate, and Grape Seed extracts helps restore skins youthfulness.

For Experienced Tanners Only: High Heat and Redding will Occur.

My Review:

I was super excited to get Ooh La La at the Mansion in the mail. When it came, I couldn’t get over how pretty the packaging was. It comes in a dark pink bottle, with a picture of lace twisted around the top of the bottle. EVEN the top of the bottle is designed- It looks like a Diamond encased in gold—how pretty!

I’ve been using this tanning lotion for more than two weeks now, and I am in LOVE with everything about this lotion. I already had a base tan before using this, so I do consider myself an advanced tanner.

The first time I opened this bottle, I fell in love immediately. Usually tanning lotions smell good BEFORE you use them, but after they seem to smell like burnt cinnamon or burnt skin. This doesn’t! This stays fresh and smelling amazing even after tanning.

I love that it stays smelling fresh and fruity, because usually I have to cover the smell of the tanning lotion (after tanning) with my after-tan moisturizer. This one I can just put the moisturizer on my feet, throw my clothes and shoes on, and go!

I don’t even need to put after-tan moisturizer ON when I use this tanning lotion. It is infused with Exotic Neem and Evening Primrose Oil to give the most luscious moisturized skin EVER after tanning.

Usually my skin starts to dry out before I even get out of the tanning bed. SO I put lotion on then. Then later in the day, my skin will become dry (and look ashy) again, so I’ll put the lotion on again. And then after I take my shower for the night, I’ll put it on again. I was going through after-tan lotion pretty quickly at that rate.

This lotion is infused with Vitamins A, C, and E which are natural skin moisturizers, healers, and smoothers. It is also infused with pomegranate, Cranberry, and Grape Seed to help your skin keep it’s youthful glow!

If you see in the picture above that the color of the lotion is brown, this is because it has INSTANT bronzers in it. I could tell from the very first tanning session that this is an amazing bronzer. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law were at the house visiting Adam one day when I left for the tanning bed. After I got back he said “You’ve already darkened a shade.”

He wasn’t lying either. I HAD darkened a shade. Each time I go and use this lotion I get a shade darker. The best part is the tan looks absolutely NATURAL. This lotion has absolutely NO orangey color to it, and it doesn’t streak. I do wipe my fingers and palms on a towel before tanning because they WILL be brown when you get out if you don’t wipe.

Even my shins and feet are all the way bronzed without the streaking. Usually my shins don’t tan as well as the rest of my body—but because there are instant bronzers PLUS clear bronzers, it immediately bronzes and then continues to bronze overtime. The way my skin feels so nourished, moisturized, and absolutely beautifully bronzed after tanning- I FELL in LOVE and still love using this on a daily basis.

I have the type of skin that doesn’t peel or burn at all, so I CRAVE the tingle lotions. I love the heat off of it. My skin craves the burn. This doesn’t mean that my skin BURNS per say, but a tingle lotion helps the tanning process by bringing the blood closer to the skin for a deeper, darker tan.

I really love tingles mixed with bronzers because you get EXTRA dark very quickly. This is top of the line bronzer because it has a Purified Advanced Tanning Accelerator, 25X Black Bronzers (which bronze instantly), but it also has DHA Clear Bronzers which also help to further develop your tan (for the longer run)!

You can see all about Ooh La La at the Mansion and watch a video about it!

Buy IT: You can buy the Ooh La La at the Mansion by Playboy at your local salon.

See about more Playboy products from Performance Brands

 

 

Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Acure Organics Facial Toner (Rose + Red Tea)

 

Kiss surface shine and excess oil goodbye, all without drying your skin out with Acure Organics Balancing Facial Toner Rose & Red Tea. My skin has gotten extremely oily since beginning the tanning routine in January. My skin was already oily, but now it’s even worse. I can FEEL the oil just seeping out. I try to wash my face more than twice a day and use this toner to keep the oil at bay.

I love the fact that this comes in a spritz, so I don’t have to use cotton balls or pads to apply it. It’s quick, easy, and convenient. I love how refreshing and invigorating it smells and FEELS on my skin. I have been using this on a nightly basis (as well as in the mornings and after visiting the tanning salon).

It smells amazing (like rose water) which surprised me because it has witch hazel in it, and usually witch hazel takes over any other fragrance that’s in a product. With this one though, it doesn’t. All I can smell is roses.. Ahh..how nice.

It’s alcohol free and certified organic. It contains organic witch hazel and rooibos to minimize surface shine, because it stimulates and balances the oil production on the face. It’s also great for soothing redness and irritation.

 

Buy It: The Acure Organics Balancing Facial Toner Rose & Red Tea for $15.99

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About Acure Organics:

Designer Kristy Guerra founded Acure Organics as a way to honor her grandmother, who battled breast cancer for over 10 years. Kristy wanted to help raise money for breast cancer research and awareness while also providing healthy products that promote healthier living and a greener planet. The result of her extensive ingredient research is this safe, beautiful, pure, potent line of nutrient-rich organic beauty products that are affordable and accessible to all! Best of all, Acure Organics proudly donates $1.00 for each product sold to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation™

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

Beauty Review: Acure Ultra-Hydrating Body Wash (Coconut and Pumpkin)

A deep hydrating, skin moisturizing body wash that smells like the beach? Yes, please! I was really excited to get this in the mail. I have never seen ANYTHING with a mixture of pumpkin and coconut before and was jumping out of my seat to see how well it would work (AND how great it would smell!)

I was thinking to myself—how could ANYTHING with pumpkin in it smell like the beach? I was truly underestimating this body washes ability to take me there! I was truly VERY wrong.

I popped the top of the Acure Ultra-hydrating Body wash and by gosh it DID smell just like a day at the beach. It smelled like I was washing myself in tanning lotion..yum.. it smelled incredible!

It’s made with omega rich Organic Argan Oil, Organic Pumpkin, and cell boosting Argan Stem Cells, I wanted to stay in the land of sand, sun, and waves. Relaxing and just kicked back—but reality kicked in, and the water started turning cold.

I really loved how thick and creamy it was. At first I didn’t think it was going to sud up because it felt like a lotion. In the second picture, you can SEE how well it suds!

I want to show you that not only is Acure naturally incredible, but they have a sense of humor too! This is what is on the back of the body wash “At some point, though, please do get out of the shower. Expect to be smelling your arm all day after using this. It just smells that good. People may look at you funny.”

This definitely feeds and restores the skin cells to leave nothing but amazingly soft skin that smells amazing.

“We started with a simple concept: provide healthy skin care products using the purest organic and fair trade certified ingredients in order to help raise money in the fight against breast cancer and to support environmental causes. We donate 5% of our after-tax profits to our charity partners.” From the Acure Website

Buy it: You can buy the Acure Ultra-hydrating Body wash for $9.99

Connect with Acure Organics on Twitter and Facebook

 

Jessica Renee

Beauty Review: Acure Organics Brightening Facial Scrub

I have been addicted to the Acure Organics Brightening Facial Scrub since the first time I used it. It’s a natural face scrub that has ingredients from the “sea”. It works like a charm every time.

Yes, it looks like baby poop, or sea slime—but it feels SO amazing on my skin. I’ve been dealing with extra oily skin since beginning tanning as much as I could in January. I can “FEEL” the oil just seeping from my face.

When I talk on my touch screen phone, there is oily residue on it afterward. It’s from all the sweating at the tanning bed, it’s kicking my already oily pores into overtime work.

I’m glad that I found something that actually helps though. I’d been noticing REALLY large, severe blackheads on my nose. I tried every type of scrub imaginable, with NO effects. Until this one that is.

Within one use, I can tell that there isn’t any oil left over, my skin is nothing but soft and feels amazing. The pores were getting smaller within the first week, and I could tell that the blackheads were being kept at bay just within the first 2 uses.

I KNOW that this is something that I can’t live without! I had tried blackhead strips, acne medicine, and everything in between to try and get rid of the blackheads. I don’t usually wear a lot of makeup, but I was seriously wearing concealer on my NOSE to hide the blackheads before I found this scrub.

This isn’t a mask- You wet your face, apply this, scrub with fingertips or washcloth, and rinse off. The kids call me the “hulk mommy” when they see me with this on my face. Aidan my son said “She’s the hulk mommy, uh-huh she’s green”.  Made me laugh..

You can use this up to 3 times a week for an effective, safe organic scrub. It’s great for all skin types (even sensitive skin). It stimulates new cell growth, to exfoliate the old skin off, and help build new cells.

My skin has really made a drastic change since using this! It’s amazing and I love it!

Buy it for YOURSELF: Acure Organics Brightening Facial Scrub for $14.99

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Jessica Renee