ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Paula’s Choice Resist Youth-Extending Daily Fluid SPF 50 Review

Resist Youth-Extending Daily Fluid SPF 50 is a non-greasy sunscreen with a milky liquid texture.  The formula combines chemical sunscreen actives, multiple antioxidants, and anti-irritants. The sunscreen spreads easily and absorbs to a weightless finish without stickiness or shine.  The sunscreen alone may not provide enough hydration for drier skin types.  

Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion Skin Exfoliant Review

Microdermabrasion Skin Exfoliant is a lightweight face scrub with a citrus scent.  The formula exfoliates the skin with fine alumina crystals and lactic acid.  The face scrub also contains jojoba oil and several plant extracts. 
The scrub is fairly abrasive, but it does a good job of removing dead skin cells and smoothing the skin.  The formula rinses clean and leaves the skin refreshed and glowing.  

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day 5-in-1 Styling Treatment Review

Perfect Hair Day 5-in-1 Styling Treatment is a silky styling hair lotion with a clean citrus scent.  The oil- and silicone-free formula features two proprietary molecules that promise to smooth, volumize, condition, strengthen, and polish the hair.  The treatment spreads easily through damp hair and adds lightweight hydration.  The formula visibly thickens the hair while enhancing texture and definition; however, too much of the product can leave the hair tacky and dull.  

Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo Review

Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo is an opalescent cleansing gel with a pleasant fruity-citrus scent.  The formula combines sulfate-free cleansers, caffeine, biotin, bromelain, multiple plant extracts, natural oils, amino acids, and other hair-friendly ingredients.  The shampoo distributes evenly through the hair and creates ample lather. 
The shampoo provides thorough cleansing for the hair and scalp and it rinses without residue.  The formula enhances the hair’s shine and texture without weighing it down. 

Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil Review

Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil is a clear lightweight oil with a
fruity-citrus scent.  The silicone-based formula is enriched with natural oils and plant extracts.  The oil can be used to condition damp hair, or as a finishing serum on dry hair.  The formula absorbs without residue, leaving hair soft, shiny, and smooth.

Peter Lamas Bamboo Nectar Shine Enhancing Shampoo Review

Bamboo Nectar Shine Enhancing Shampoo is a gentle cleansing gel with a clean apple-like scent.  The sulfate-free formula features mild cleansers, panthenol, bamboo nectar, bamboo silica, biotin, palm fruit extracts, and other natural ingredients.  The shampoo lathers lightly, yet it leaves hair feeling clean and refreshed.  The formula rinses without residue and adds noticeable shine.  

Paula’s Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment Review

Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment is a silky yellow lotion with a potent dose of retinol.  The formula also contains antioxidants, peptides, anti-irritants, and other skin conditioners.  The lotion goes on easily and absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and lightly hydrated.  The formula improves skin texture and softens fine lines; however it can cause irritation and dryness if used too frequently. 

CoverGirl Full Lash Bloom Mascara (Black Brown) Review

Full Lash Bloom Mascara lengthens and lifts the lashes while adding
natural-looking volume.  The mascara features a plastic brush and a lightweight mousse formula.  The mascara applies without clumping and creates long, defined lashes that stay soft.  The formula wears all day without flaking or smearing.  Black Brown is a deep brown shade.