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L’Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Gold Quinoa + Protein Blow Dry Cream Review

Gold Quinoa + Protein Blow Dry Cream is a heat protecting leave-in cream with a fresh floral scent.  The formula features gold quinoa seed extract and wheat protein to strengthen and repair hair.  The cream can be applied to clean damp hair prior to heat or air-drying.  The formula feels slightly tacky during application, but leaves hair soft, smooth, and light after drying. 

SkinCeuticals Retexturing Activator Review

Retexturing Activator is a clear hydrating serum with no added fragrance. 
The formula features a derivative of urea, kombucha, and sodium hyaluronate to gently exfoliate and nourish the skin.  The serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a lightweight, slightly tacky finish.  The serum instantly softens and hydrates the skin while smoothing it with regular use. 

StriVectin Super C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum Review

Super C Retinol Serum is a silky hydrating serum with vitamin C and retinol.  The formula also includes acerola cherry fruit extract, niacin, green tea, and other skin-benefitting ingredients.  The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer natural finish without shine or stickiness.  The serum helps brighten and smooth skin with daily use.  The only drawback is a strong fruity fragrance that may not be compatible with sensitive skin.

EltaMD UV Restore Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 (Untinted) Review

UV Restore Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 is a 100% mineral sunscreen with a lightweight creamy texture.  The formula is enhanced with ginger root extract, squalane, and antioxidants.  The sunscreen spreads easily over the face and absorbs to a sheer non-greasy finish with a slight white cast.  This product is fragrance-free.

Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil Conditioner Review

Cleansing Oil Conditioner is a gel-cream hair conditioner for all hair types. 
The formula features lightweight emollients, conditioning polymers, and bergamot essential oil.  The conditioner distributes easily through the hair and rinses out without residue.  The conditioner leaves hair manageable, lightly hydrated, and voluminous.  This product has a pleasant fresh scent. 

Replenix Smoothing Body Lotion Review

Smoothing Body Lotion is a thick nourishing lotion without added fragrance.  The formula features retinol, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, green tea, resveratrol, caffeine, and other skin-conditioning ingredients.  The creamy formula applies easily and absorbs to a velvety soft finish.  The lotion leaves skin hydrated, smooth, and comfortable.