Benton Cosmetic PHA Peeling gel Review

Benton Cosmetic PHA Peeling gel is 

is a 2-step exfoliating product formulated with natural cellulose for physical exfoliation and with PHA (Lactobionic Acid) for chemical. It claims to improve skin tone by cleaning away dead skin cells/impurities.  And to smooth, soothe, and moisturize skin.

The key ingredients are natural cellulose, PHA,

chrysanthemum morifolium flower extract, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides. It’s white and creamy with a mild fresh scent. 

I massaged the treatment (a couple fingertips full) on clean, dry skin as directed.  It felt very creamy, smooth and moist. The exfoliation was gentle and mild. Though it took a little time for the product to clump and ball up. I massaged for about a minute and the product was moist the entire time-didn’t start to dry at all. After rinsing, my skin felt clean, smooth, and looked a little brighter. I’d recommend for all skin types. 

I received this product from @0.8L_USA as part the try for 3.99 campaign which offers low cost products for honest review.

Mothermade Exfoliating Aqua Peel Gel with Green Tea Review

Mothermade Exfoliating Aqua Peel Gel with Green Tea is an exfoliating treatment that is formulated with natural extracts, vitamins, and both physical and chemical ingredients. It claims gently exfoliate, to hydrate, brighten, calm, and smooth the skin. 

The key ingredients are natural cellulose, vitamin C, willow bark extract, papaya extract, and green tea extract. 

It’s white and has a creamy gel-like texture.  And has a pleasant, herbal, lavender scent.

I massaged the treatment (a couple fingertips full) on clean, damp skin, as directed. I could feel the exfoliation, but it was very mild-not  gritty. And the product starts to ball up almost immediately after little massaging. After rinsing, my skin felt clean and smooth. There was no stinging, irritation, or redness. Overall, I’ve had a positive experience with this product. It’s a nice and gentle alternative to the harsh and gritty scrubs. I’d recommend for all skin types. 

I received this product from 08Liter.com as part the try for 3.99 campaign which offers low cost products for honest review.

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop Review

Dear, Klairs Fundamental Watery Oil Drop is a water-based moisture serum that claims to provide hydration, anti-aging, anti-oxidant care, and help prevent moisture loss, like an oil, but without a sticky feeling. 

The key ingredients are Jeju green tea water, ferment extracts, ceramide, peptides, sodium hyaluronate, and rice and algae extracts. 

It’s clear, lightweight, slightly viscous, and feels just like the name, watery oil. I didn’t not detect any scent. 

I use 2-3 drops on my face, after cleanser and toner, day and night. It’s smooths over my skin easily and absorbs quickly. It leaves my skin feeling hydrated and looking plump and glowy but not oily. Also, I’ve found this to be a great lightweight moisturizer, for my combo skin, when the weather is very warm. I’d recommend for all skin types. 

This item retails for $31 USD on wishtrend.com.

I received this product from 08l.com as part the try for 3.99 campaign which offers low cost products for honest review.

Klairs Midnight Blue Youth activating drop reviews

 Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Youth activating   drop 

is a highly concentrated, blue tinted serum designed to fight signs of aging and improve overall skin texture/health. It claims to add radiance and luminosity, stimulate the skin to encourage collagen production, improves the texture and elasticity, reduces pigmentation like age spots, and decrease appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also encourage reparative cellular activity to replenish, nourish and renew the skin.

The key ingredients are peptides EGF and bFGF. Also guaiazulen (anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent derived from chamomile oil and is naturally violet) and adenosine (anti-aging agent). 

The consistency is very watery, so it runs down when I apply directly to my face. I’ve found that applying one drop at a time works best for me. It absorbs quickly and leaves skin a little matte. As for scent, I didn’t notice any. 

I’ve been using this for a little over two weeks, so haven’t noticed any long term result. Though, my skin is temporarily softer and smooth right after application. Also, the serum helped with some irritation (slight redness and small pimples) caused by another product. I’ll keep using to see results after finishing the bottle. 

This item retails from 24.50 to 30+ USD various websites . I received this product from 08l.com as part the try for 3.99 campaign which offers low cost products for honest review.

Not Quite Back! But.....

Hi, if anyone is reading. My last post was in August 2017. Since then, I’ve been quite busy with my daughter, who is now two. I’ve put my jewelry and Etsy shop stuff on hiatus and I’m not sure if and/or when I’ll bring it back. And of course, still trying lots of products. Lately, I’ve been able to try some fun and interesting skincare (mostly kbeauty) via 0.8liter.com. They offer low cost and free products for honest reviews. And you then need to post those reviews on social media. I’m currently posting those reviews on the Instagram account (@favethingsetc)  that I started for this blog. I figured, I could just post them here too. So that’s pretty much what my new posts will be here. I might also include my current subscription boxes which are vegancuts beauty box (I’m not vegan, I just like the box) and my sipsby tea box. We’ll see!