ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

B. Kamins Calming Lotion Review

Calming Lotion is a lightweight green lotion without added fragrance.  The formula is enriched with a host of antioxidants, anti-irritants, and moisturizers that include: licorice, caffeine, ącai, seabuckthorn, oat derivative, and bio-maple compound.  The lotion glides easily over the skin and quickly absorbs to a non-greasy, natural finish.  The formula helps to hydrate, soothe, and soften the skin.

CoverGirl Lash Perfection Mascara (Brown) Review

Lash Perfection features a tapered brush with short rubber bristles that reach and coat every lash.  The mascara goes on easily, creating clean lash definition, good length and decent volume.  The formula stays on all day without smudging or flaking.  The brown shade is a deep coffee color.  The only drawback is that the formula tends to quickly thicken and dry out in the tube, causing clumping during application.

Jennifer Aniston Eau de Parfum Review

Jennifer Aniston’s debut fragrance is a clean floral scent.  The fragrance opens with dewy lilies and fresh jasmine enveloped in a crisp citrus veil.  As the citrus veil dissipates, the fragrance mellows into a soft white floral bouquet with a backdrop of fresh linens.  The fragrance gradually settles into a clean musk base with a hint of woods.  Notes include: Citrus Grove Accord, Rose Water, Jasmine, Violet, Amazon Lily, Musk, Amber, Sandalwood.

Hanae Mori Butterfly Eau de Toilette Review

Butterfly is a fruity-gourmand scent.  The opening features a cloying blend of strawberries and vanilla with a touch of jasmine in the undertones.  Once the opening notes mellow a bit, the composition reveals a subtle floral accord of rose and ylang-ylang.  Regrettably, the floral notes are quickly overwhelmed by a sugary mix of vanilla and berries.  Eventually, the fragrance becomes more wearable as it fades to a smooth base of powdery vanilla and creamy almond.  Notes include: Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry, Red Currant, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Vanilla, Praline, Patchouli, Sandalwood.

Marc Jacobs Oh, Lola! Eau De Parfum Review

Oh, Lola! is a lighthearted fruity-floral scent.  The fragrance opens with sweet berries and pear.  As the fragrance evolves, the fruit notes blend with soft florals against a warm backdrop of vanilla and tonka bean.  The fragrance dries down to a subtle vanilla finish with a hint of woods.  Notes include: Raspberry, Vanilla, Peony, Magnolia, Pear, Cyclaman, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean.

Cartier Eau de Cartier Essence D’Orange Eau de Toilette Review

Essence D’Orange is a clean summer scent.  The opening features a subtle blend of bergamot, orange, and cedarwood.  The opening notes gradually mellow into a sophisticated soapy accord with orange and violet undertones.  The fragrance fades to a sheer patchouli finish with a touch of woods.  Notes include: Orange, Bergamot, Violet Flower, Patchouli, Cedarwood.

Aveeno Baby Cleansing Therapy Moisturizing Wash Review

Cleansing Therapy Moisturizing Wash is an emollient cream cleanser.  The formula combines mild cleansing agents with oatmeal and rich skin conditioners.  The creamy wash produces no lather, but instead it forms a slippery film on the surface of the skin that protects the skin barrier during washing.  The wash rinses off easily and leaves the skin feeling clean and soft.  The formula is fragrance-free but is has a slight sour odor.

Juice Organics Pommist Environmental Toner Review

Pommist Environmental Toner is a cloudy water-like liquid housed in a spray bottle.  The formula blends plant and fruit extracts in a base of apple and aloe juices.  The toner can be misted over the face or applied with a cotton pad.  The toner dries quickly on the skin with only a hint of stickiness.  The formula helps to cleanse and refresh the skin but it offers little hydration.  This product has a natural fruity scent.

Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream Review

Premier Cru The Cream is a lightweight yet emollient cream with a green-floral fragrance.  The formula contains a blend of plant oils, plant extracts, and other skin hydrators.  The cream feels silky going on and absorbs well.  The cream leaves the skin soft, dewy, and hydrated throughout the day.  This product may be too heavy for oilier skin types.

Philosophy Miracle Worker Miraculous Anti-Aging Eye Cream Review

Miraculous Anti-Aging Eye Cream is a pale yellow cream with a strange waxy texture.  The cream is slow to absorb and it leaves behind a shiny finish.  The strange texture aside, this product does a good job of smoothing and hydrating the eye area.  The formula contains a good array of anti-aging ingredients that include niacinamide, vitamin C, retinoids, and peptides.  The niacinamide and retinoids may be irritating to sensitive skin.