ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Atopalm MLE Intensive Moisturizing Cream Review

This emollient cream is designated for extremely dry and sensitive skin, and it’s suitable for use on both the face and body.  The formula combines plant oils and extracts to combat dryness and calm the skin. The cream spreads easily and leaves a protective moisture barrier on the skin.  The skin looks supple and moist but feels slightly tacky.  This product has a light citrus scent.

Atopalm MLE Face Cream Review

MLE Face Cream has the consistency of an emollient lotion and comes packaged in a slim tube.  The lotion absorbs easily into the skin and works well under makeup.  The formula contains plant-based moisturizers that relieve dryness and leave skin soft and dewy.  The lotion has a light citrus scent.

L’Occitane Notre Flore Jasmine Eau de Parfume Review

Notre Flore Jasmine is a fresh floral scent.  The fragrance opens with a dewy green jasmine accord.  The jasmine accord is quickly warmed by sweet orange blossom.  Crisp lily of the valley dominates the heart of the composition and slowly fades to a clean musk base with aquatic undertones.  The amber and cedar base notes are indistinct.  Notes include: Bergamot, Ivy Leaves, Jasminum Grandiflorum, Orange Blossom, Lily of the Valley, Amber, Cedar.

Estēe Lauder Perfectionist CP+ Wrinkle Lifting Serum Review

Perfectionist is a creamy silicone-based serum with a matte, powdery finish and a sweet floral scent.  The serum is slightly thick and a bit difficult to spread.  The formula contains a great assortment of skin-beneficial ingredients that include plant extracts, antioxidants and peptides.  The serum helps to brighten and even the complexion, while the silicone instantly smoothes and softens the skin.  This product does not remove wrinkles, it makes them less apparent. 

Estēe Lauder Perfectly Clean Splash Away Foaming Cleanser (Normal/Combination Skin) Review

Perfectly Clean is a thick cleansing cream with a heavy fresh scent.  The cream is very concentrated; a minuscule amount generates a lot of suds.  The cleanser removes most makeup, dirt and oil but leaves a non-greasy film on the skin.  This product is slightly drying and it stings the eyes.

Prada Eau de Parfum Review

Prada is a contemporary oriental scent with a heady opening and a soft warm finish.  The fragrance opens with a sweet balsamic note that is freshened with fruit.  The balsamic aroma mellows into a warm, creamy blend of amber, tonka bean and soft spice.  Weak floral notes drown in the warmth of the composition.  Vanilla and patchouli create a soft, sensual finish.  Notes include: Bergamot, Orange, Bitter Orange, Mandarin Flower, Mimosa, Rose Absolute, Schinus Molle, Peru Balsam, Patchouli, Raspberry Flower, Labdanum, Tonka Bean, Vanilla Absolute, Musk, Sandalwood.

Vera Wang Look Eau de Parfum Review

Look is a refreshingly cool skin scent.  The fragrance opens with a breezy blend of watery greens, crisp apple and barely-there citrus.  The top notes flow gently into a clean, airy floral bouquet.  The fragrance gradually fades to a soft musk base with hints of vanilla.  Notes include: Mandarin, Watery Greens, Lychee, Golden Delicious Apple, Lily, Freesia, Jasmine, Vanilla, Skin Musk, Oakmoss, Patchouli.

Hermes Elixir des Merveilles Eau de Parfum Review

Elixir des Merveilles is a warm woody scent with spicy accents.  The fragrance opens with peppery citrus and a warm veil of unsweetened cocoa.  The composition is further warmed by tonka bean and a touch of vanilla.  As the warmth fades, the blend becomes slightly dry and peppery.  The fragrance has a base of woods, incense and amber that is reminiscent of a crisp fall day.  Notes include: Orange Peel, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Incense and Amber.

Hermes Un Jardin Apres la Mousson Eau de Toilette Review

Un Jardin Apres la Mousson is a watery vegetal scent with a hint of spice.  At the heart of the fragrance is overripe honeydew with leafy green undertones.  A soft peppery note briefly breaks the honeydew monotony.  The honeydew accord gradually fades into a clean, watery base.  Notes include: Cardamom, Coriander, Pepper, Ginger, Ginger Flower, Vetiver.

Calvin Klein Euphoria Blossom Eau de Toilette Review

Euphoria Blossom is a fresh spring floral.  The top notes are a little sweet, a little citrusy, and quite refreshing.  At the heart of the fragrance is a blooming field of dewy springtime florals.  A sheer veil of woods envelops the floral bouquet.  The fragrance has a clean musk finish.  Notes include: Pomegranate, Dewy Green Accord, Zesty Kumquat, Orchid, Pink Peony, Blossom, Blond Wood, Amber, Sheer Musks.