ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Christophe Robin Hydrating Shampoo with Aloe Vera Review

Hydrating Shampoo with Aloe Vera is a clear gel shampoo with a fresh unisex scent.  The shampoo features aloe, hemp seed extract, and flax seed extract.  The shampoo creates a soft but ample lather that cleanses the hair thoroughly.  The shampoo rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, light, and full.  
The accompanying leave-in mist helps smooth dry ends and remove post-shampoo tangles. 

Christophe Robin Hydrating Leave-In Mist with Aloe Vera Review

Hydrating Leave-In Mist with Aloe Vera is a conditioning detangler with a fresh unisex scent.  The mist combines aloe with weightless conditioners, and should be applied to towel-dried hair.  The mist sprays lightly and evenly and leaves hair soft, manageable, and hydrated without weighing it down.  Those with fine, normal hair can use this product in lieu of a hair conditioner.

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Review

Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream is a lightweight gel-cream with
a refreshing, water-like feel.  The cream features hyaluronic acid, ceramides, elderberry extract, silk proteins, antioxidants, and other skin-benefitting ingredients.  The silky gel glides effortlessly over the skin and absorbs to a light, natural finish.  The formula softens and hydrates the skin without stickiness or residue.  This product is fragrance-free.

Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask Review

Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask is a shiny black gel formulated with peat, charcoal, volcanic ash, and clay to help absorb excess oil and impurities from the skin.  The black gel does not harden or dry out the skin and it rinses off easily.  The mask leaves skin feeling clean, refreshed, and comfortable.  This product is fragrance-free. 

La Roche-Posey Anthelios Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF 60 Review

Clear Skin Dry Touch Sunscreen is a light pasty cream with broad-spectrum chemical sun filters and an antioxidant plant extract.  The formula is also enhanced with silica and perlite to help absorb excess oil and minimize shine.  The cream spreads easily and absorbs to a dry matte finish with a bit of a white residue.  The sunscreen keeps the skin protected and comfortable during wear.

Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 70 Review

Beach Defense is a milky sunscreen lotion with a powerful blend of chemical sun filters.  The sunscreen spreads easily and absorbs quickly to a non-greasy, slightly tacky finish.  The formula leaves the skin hydrated and protected, but it should be reapplied after swimming.  This product has a soft fresh scent. 

Banana Boat Sun Comfort Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ Review

Banana Boat Sun Comfort Sunscreen Lotion is a lightweight lotion with UVA/UVB sun filters and a soft tropical scent.  The silky lotion glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a comfortable non-greasy finish with a bit of tackiness.  The formula provides good sun protection, but it does not hold up well when exposed to water.  The SPF 30 version of this product has as a similar feel and efficacy.

Banana Boat Dry Balance Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ Review

Dry Balance Sunscreen Lotion is a lightweight sunscreen lotion with a dry, comfortable feel and a soft tropical scent.  The formula contains chemical sun filters and silica to absorb excess oil and moisture from the skin.  The lotion rubs in easily and absorbs to a non-sticky, non-greasy finish.  The formula offers good sun protection, but it should be reapplied after swimming. 
The SPF 30 version of this product has a similar feel and efficacy.