ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% + HA Review

Matrixyl 10% + HA is a clear gel-serum without added fragrance.  The formula combines two forms of the peptide matrixyl (matrixyl 3000 and matrixyl synthe’6 ) and hyaluronic acid.  The formula spreads easily over the face and absorbs quickly with just a hint of stickiness.  The serum instantly hydrates and plumps up the skin, while the peptides help soften the look of lines over time.

Garnier Whole Blends Hydrating Shampoo with Coconut Water & Aloe Vera Extracts Review

Hydrating Shampoo with Coconut Water and Aloe Vera is a clear gel shampoo with a strong coconut-vanilla scent.  The shampoo lathers well, cleanses hair without overdrying, and rinses easily.  The formula leaves hair clean, soft, and manageable.

Matrix Total Results The Re-Bond Shampoo Review

The Re-Bond Shampoo is a clear gel shampoo without added fragrance. 
The basic formula features citric acid to help remove product residue and impurities from the hair.  The shampoo creates a nice lather that deeply cleanses hair and rinses easily.  The shampoo leaves hair shiny and soft, but it feels drying to the scalp.    

Phyto Phytodensia Plumping Shampoo Review

Phytodensia Plumping Shampoo is a thick pearlescent gel shampoo with a clean floral scent.  The shampoo features hyaluronic acid, acacia collagen, and the extracts of milk thistle, veronia, and grape.  The shampoo creates a soft, creamy lather that works easily through the hair and cleanses it without overdrying.  The shampoo leaves the hair soft and clean, but it does not add a lot of volume.

Patchology Lip Service Gloss-to-Balm Treatment Review

Lip Service is a glossy lip balm with a sweet minty flavor and a barely-there pink tint.  The formula applies like a gloss, but it settles to a smooth buttery finish with minimal stickiness.  The balm leaves lips hydrated and with a soft glossy shine.  The ingredients include alcohol, peptides, hyaluronic acid, multiple plant extracts, vitamin B3, and other hydrators.  Interestingly, the ingredients listed on the packaging differ from the ingredient list featured on Patchology’s website.