My Summer Essentials
Here are a few products that I will be using this summer that I've been trying out and have absolutely passed my strict tests (No breakouts, Sensitivity...etc..).
Eminence Organic Skin Care Coconut Milk Cleanser: This stuff is AWESOME. So awesome that when I use it to wash my face, I literally want to eat it because it smells so amazing. This is great for sensitive,dry skin...according to the label: "created to comfort dry, irritated or sun-kissed skin. Restores Moisture balance and gives a dewy fresh finish." Ingredients: Coconut Milk, Corn Germ Oil, Natural Cream Base, Marigold/Calendula Oil, Glycerine, Natural Moisturizing Factor, Glycine Derivative, Biocomplex (Vitamin A, Esther C, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, Alpha Lipoic Acid), Coconut Essential Oil, Xantham Gum, Rosemary Extract, Salicylic Acid. *Our products contain all organic fruits, vegetables and herbs. They do not contain harmful chemicals or animal by products.
After using this for a few weeks, I can definitely say that it works great and leaves my skin really soft and hydrated. I wouldn't say that this is something you'd want to use at night to get all of your makeup off because it won't take off hard to remove eye makeup. I use it mainly in the morning. It's 36$ and the jar is huge so it will last for at least 5 or 6 months at most. You can find it
here.
Josie Maran Protect Daily Sun Protection Argan Oil Infused SPF 40+: Great chemical free non pore blocking sunscreen for the face. Sephora.com says: "This natural formula physically blocks UVA rays that can cause up to 80% of premature aging. It also blocks the harmful UVB rays that we encounter on sunny days or at the beach. Unlike traditional sun blocks, this natural formula is infused with Josie's signature ingredient, Argan Oil, which repairs and reverses damage caused by the sun, fights sign of aging, and improves skintone for a radiant, renewed complexion. This sunblock is extra mild and fast absorbing and it can also double as a great makeup primer. Protect Daily Sun Protection is lightweight, paba free, and suitable for all skin types." 14$ for 0.5 oz. You can find it
here.
Arcona Bronze Tinted Self-Tanner: This has become one of my new self-tanner favorites. Not only does it provide a great buildable color(it takes a few days to get a darker tan, but I like it that way). I've been using it every other day and have gotten a lot of compliments on my tan. My husband said my skin looked "vibrant" without me asking so that's usually a good sign, haha! My favorite thing about it is that it is doesn't cause any skin irritations at all and it actually provides nutrients to the skin and moisturizes (Vitamin E, Grapeseed Extract and Shea Butter). It's also chemical free as well. It uses a naturally derived DHA. The smell is more of a clean scent that can be really strong at first but wears off. It's not a chemically smell at least so that is nice! You can find it
here for 32$. It should last a while too because it's a big jar and a little goes a long way.
Rita Hazan Foaming Hair Gloss "Tones Down Brassiness": Great for the summer when hair tends to get brassy in the sun. Blondes & Brunettes can both benefit from this product. It's 26$, and you can find it
here.
