ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Herba Fresca Eau de Toilette Review

Herba Fresca is a fresh green scent, but the opening disappoints with the aroma of peppermint chewing gum.  The opening eventually mellows to a natural mint scent with touches of citrus, herbs, and green grass.  Later in the composition, the mint mingles with soft florals before fading to a soothing green tea base.  Notes include: Citrus, Clover Leaf, Italian Lemon, Peppermint, Green Tea, Lily of the Valley, Cyclamen, Pear Blossom.

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Pamplelune Eau de Toilette Review

Pamplelune is a refreshing grapefruit scent.  The top accord energizes with juicy grapefruit and fresh-woody petitgrain.  As the fragrance evolves, the grapefruit blend is softened with sweet black currant and a touch of florals.  The fragrance gradually settles to a sheer fruity-vanilla finish with patchouli and musk in the undertones.  Notes include: California Grapefruit, Italian Bergamot, Neroli, Petitgrain, Black Currant, Patchouli, Vanilla.

MAC Prep + Prime Vibrancy Eye Primer Review

Vibrancy Eye Primer creates a smooth canvas for concealer application and doubles as a lightweight eye cream.  The primer is a pearly pink gel-cream that subtly brightens and hydrates the eye area.  The gel-cream absorbs to a non-greasy natural finish that helps extend the wear of concealer.  The fragrance-free formula is enriched with caffeine, antioxidants, algae, and peptides.

Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum Review

Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum is a yellowish lotion-serum with subtle golden shimmer and no added fragrance.  The formula features niacinamide, panthenol, amino-peptide, vitamin E, and green tea.  The serum feels silky and moist as it glides over the eye area.  After a few minutes, the serum absorbs to a weightless natural finish without noticeable shimmer.  The serum lightly hydrates the eye area, softens fine lines, and works well under concealer.  Dry skin types may need an additional moisturizer on top of the serum.

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer (Combination Skin) Review

Purely Nourishing Moisturizer is a lightweight cream with a natural lavender scent.  The formula is rich in minerals, antioxidants, botanical extracts, and skin conditioners.  The moisturizer goes on easily and absorbs to a velvety-soft natural finish.  The moisturizer keeps the skin hydrated and fresh-looking throughout the day.

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Purifying Facial Cleanser Review

Purifying Facial Cleanser is a silky gel cleanser with a natural lavender scent.  The formula combines mild cleansing agents, minerals, natural oils, and fruit extracts.  The gel cleanser works into a soft, creamy lather that gently cleanses the skin and removes makeup.  The formula rinses without residue and leaves the skin feeling clean, soft, and comfortable.

Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Flawless Definition Volumizing Mascara (Espresso) Review

Flawless Definition Volumizing Mascara is enriched with botanical extracts, plant oils, and minerals to help condition the lashes.  The mascara has a large tapered brush applicator with soft bristles.  The formula is thick and goopy, but the brush deposits the mascara evenly and without clumps.  The mascara visibly thickens, lengthens and lifts the lashes with just one coat.  The formula stays on all day without smudging or flaking.  Espresso is a deep brown shade.

Paula’s Choice Redness Relief Treatment Review

Redness Relief Treatment is a clear liquid toner without added fragrance.  The formula’s key ingredients are aspirin, vitamin C, willow herb, and green tea.  The aspirin, willow herb, and green tea help to diminish redness and calm irritated skin, while the vitamin C provides antioxidant protection.  The toner absorbs quickly, leaving a silky veil of moisture on the skin.  This product is particularly effective at soothing the skin after shaving.