ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

L’Occitane Verbena Mint Eau de Toilette Review

Verbena Mint is a refreshing citrus scent.  The fragrance opens with a green (slightly grassy) citrus accord and a whisper of mint.  At the heart of the composition is a clean, lemony verbena with lingering mint undertones. 
The lemony verbena fades to a sweet woody base with a touch of musk.  Notes include: Green Lemon, Grapefruit, Verbena, Peppermint, White Wood, Musk.

Sunscreen For Eyes Wrinkle Control Cream SPF 30 Review

Sunscreen For Eyes Wrinkle Control Cream SPF 30 is a sheer mineral sunscreen for the eye area.  The formula contains titanium dioxide for sun protection and a few plant extracts.  The cream glides easily over the eye area and absorbs quickly, but it provides minimal hydration.  The mineral formula slightly whitens the eye contour, creating a brighter appearance.  This product has a subtle floral scent.  

Murad Anti-Aging Moisturizer SPF 20 Review

Anti-Aging Moisturizer SPF 20 is a lightweight yet hydrating lotion for
blemish-prone skin.  The moisturizer is formulated with broad spectrum sunscreen, antioxidants, kombucha, marine kelp extract, willow bark extract, and other natural extracts.  The moisturizer absorbs easily and keeps the skin hydrated without excessive shine or white residue.

Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Daily Glow Moisture Review

Alpha Beta Daily Glow Moisture is a lightweight yellow lotion with a touch
of self-tanner.  The formula is enriched with antioxidants, natural extracts, and other skin conditioners.  The lotion goes on easily and quickly absorbs to a sheer, natural finish.  The formula leaves the skin lightly hydrated and with a hint of tan.  This product has an odd metallic scent.  

Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum Review

Shalimar Parfum Initial is a powdery floral scent anchored with vanilla and tonka bean.  The opening features a pairing of bergamot, earthy-green iris, and tonka bean.  The opening notes quickly give way to powdery soft florals with warm tonka bean undertones.  After a few hours, the floral accord transitions seamlessly to a smooth base of vanilla, musk, and tonka bean with hints of caramel.  Notes include: Bergamot, Jasmine, Rose, Iris, Vanilla, Tonka Bean.

Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Mandarine-Basilic Eau de Toilette Review

Mandarine-Basilic is a refreshing green-citrus scent.  The fragrance opens with juicy sweet mandarin and fresh green basil.  Over time, the sparkling top notes blend with clean white flowers and crisp ivy.  Once the florals fade, the composition reveals a soothing blend of green tea, basil, and chamomile with a tart citrus backdrop.  The fragrance mellows to a delicate base of amber and woods.  Notes include: Mandarin Orange, Basil, Orange Blossom, White Peony, Green Tea, Ivy, Roman Chamomile, Amber, Sandalwood.

Sephora Collection Age Defy Eye Cream Review

Age Defy Eye Cream is a basic eye moisturizer with a creamy, slightly waxy texture.  The formula includes a blend of emollients and a touch of plant extracts.  The eye cream absorbs into the skin without greasiness or shine, leaving the eye area soft and hydrated.  This product is fragrance-free.