ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Bliss Ex-glow-sion Radiance Boosting Eye Cream with Vitamin C Review

Ex-glow-sion eye cream is a lightweight yet emollient cream with a sweet waxy aroma.  The formula features vitamin C, vitamin E, niacinamide, caffeine, natural plant and fruit extracts, and other skin conditioners.  The silky formula glides effortlessly over the skin and absorbs to a non-greasy, hydrating finish.  The eye cream softens, nourishes, and subtly brightens the eye area.

Rene Furterer Okara Blond Brightening Conditioner Review

Okara Blond Brightening Conditioner is a lightweight yet emollient hair conditioner with a smooth floral scent.  The conditioner combines panthenol, amino acids, soy-derived okara, and lemon peel extract to hydrate and brighten hair.  The conditioner distributes easily through the hair, easing tangles and adding hydration.  The conditioner rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, shiny, and manageable without added weight. 

Alpha H Vitamin B Serum Review

Vitamin B Serum is a transparent blue serum enriched with niacinamide, chia seed extract, ferulic acid, and copper tripeptide.  The serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a non-greasy, hydrating finish with a slightly tacky feel.  The serum leaves the skin soft, smooth, and nourished, while niacinamide and ferulic acid help brighten it over time.  This product has a medicinal smell typical of ferulic acid. 

Davines Naturaltech Renewing Serum Superactive Review

Renewing Serum Superactive is a weightless anti-aging hair serum. 
The water-based formula features extracts of spinach and maqui berry to revitalize and protect the hair from the effects of aging.  The serum can applied to dry or damp hair and requires no rising.  While the formula’s anti-aging benefits are not immediately apparent, the serum adds a hint of moisture, shine, and fullness to the hair.  This product has a green floral scent. 

Kérastase Specifique Bain Vital Dermo-Calm Review

Bain Vital Dermo-Calm is a blue gel shampoo for sensitive scalp. 
The silicone-free formula features salicylic acid, calophyllum oil, piroctone, and menthol to soothe the scalp.  The shampoo lathers well and cleanses the hair and scalp gently yet thoroughly.  The shampoo rinses clean and leaves the scalp comfortable and hair feeling soft and light.  The shampoo has a fresh marine scent. 

First Aid Beauty Retinol Eye Cream Review

Retinol Eye Cream is a lightweight eye cream without added fragrance. 
The formula features retinol, caffeine, vitamin C, vitamin E, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and other skin conditioners.  The eye cream spreads easily around the eye area and absorbs to a soft, non-greasy finish.  The eye cream hydrates and subtly brightens the eye area while the active ingredients help to lessen lines over time.  The formula is gentle enough for daily use. 

Davines Naturaltech Renewing Shampoo Review

Renewing Shampoo is a silky gel shampoo with a crisp green-floral scent.  
The sulfate-free formula is enriched with spinach extract, maqui berry, and lightweight polymeric conditioners.  The shampoo creates ample lather and cleanses the hair gently yet thoroughly.  The shampoo rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, shiny, and full of body. 

Wella Invigo Brilliance Mask for Fine/Normal Hair Review

Invigo Brilliance Mask is a thick hair mask with a crisp fruity scent.  The mask features lightweight emollients and hair conditioners, amino acids, vitamin E, and lime caviar extract.  The mask distributes easily through the hair and helps to smooth and hydrate the strands.  The formula rinses easily and leaves hair soft, shiny, and smooth without weighing it down.

The Ordinary Amino Acids + B5 Review

Amino Acids + B5 is a clear liquid-serum without added fragrance.  The formula features panthenol, multiple amino acids, sodium PCA, and other skin conditioners.  The liquid-serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs without stickiness or a greasy feel.  The formula leaves the skin soft, smooth, and hydrated.

Bioderma Atoderm Gentle Shower Gel Review

Atoderm Gentle Shower Gel is a light blue gel cleanser with a fresh marine scent.  The formula is enriched with multiple humectants to protect the skin from drying out.  The gel creates a light silky lather that cleanses the skin thoroughly and rinses residue-free.  The formula leaves the skin soft and comfortable, but it is not very hydrating. 

Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo Review

Scalp Shampoo is a clear gel shampoo with a subtle rosemary scent. 
The formula features piroctone olamine, climbazole, ginger extract,
salicylic acid, menthol, and rosemary to treat dandruff and irritated scalp. 
The formula lathers well and cleanses hair gently yet thoroughly.  
The shampoo leaves hair clarified, shiny and light, and the scalp comfortable.

EltaMD Laser Enzyme Gel Review

Laser Enzyme Gel is a clear lightweight gel without added fragrance. 
The formula features sodium hyaluronate, kiwi fruit extract, and a pineapple enzyme to help soothe irritated skin.  The gel spreads easily over the skin and dries to a weightless non-sticky finish.  The gel helps cool and calm the skin but it provides little hydration. 

Sweet Chef Ginger + Vitamin C Fresh Pressed Sheet Mask Review

Ginger + Vitamin C Fresh Pressed Sheet Mask is a soft sheet mask generously saturated with a hydrating, non-greasy serum.  The formula features ginger, vitamin C, honey, centella asiatica extract, peony extract, chamomile, and other soothing ingredients.  The mask feels cool and refreshing on the skin and adheres well to the face.  Once the mask is removed, the serum absorbs readily into the skin with only a touch of stickiness.  The formula leaves the skin hydrated, soft, and glowing.  This product has no discernible scent. 

Alder New York Everyday Face Serum Review

Everyday Face Serum is a clear watery serum without added fragrance. 
The serum features niacinamide, rosemary extract, willow bark, panthenol, and sodium hyaluronate.  The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer, non-sticky finish with a touch of hydration.  The formula helps keep skin clear, balanced, and even-toned, but some skin types may be sensitive to niacinamide at high concentrations.

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum Review

Vitamin C Serum is a lightweight water-based serum with a natural citrus scent.  The formula combines sodium ascorbyl phosphate (a stable form of vitamin C), hyaluronic acid, konjac root powder, vitamin E, ferulic acid, and chamomile.  The serum spreads easily over the face and absorbs to an ultra-light finish without shine or stickiness.  The serum adds a touch of hydration and helps to brighten skin over time. 

Maison Margiela REPLICA Beach Walk Eau de Toilette Review

Beach Walk features a floral sunscreen accord with touches of citrus, coconut, and musk. The fragrance opens with lemony citrus notes, soapy white florals, and a hint of coconut.  Overtime, the fragrance transforms into a sunscreen-like accord blended with coconut, ylang-ylang, and musk.  The coconut and floral notes gradually dissipate, leaving behind a crisp aquatic-musk base.  Notes include: Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper, Ylang-Ylang, Coconut Milk, Musk, Heliotrope.

Maison Margiela REPLICA Tea Escape Eau de Toilette Review

Tea Escape is a fresh yet creamy green tea fragrance.  The fragrance opens with fresh sweet mint, bitter greens, and bergamot.  The top notes quickly give way to a somewhat heady accord of green tea and white florals with gourmand undertones.  Within an hour, the fragrance mellows to a comforting base of sweet milky green tea, toasted rice, and delicate powdery notes.  Notes include: Bergamot, Pink Peppercorn, Osmanthus, Jasmine, Milky Notes, Puffed Rice, Green Tea.

Maison Margiela REPLICA Lipstick On Eau de Toilette Review

Lipstick On is a powdery floral scent with warm balsamic undertones. 
The opening features tonka bean, green galbanum, and a waxy lipstick-like note.  The opening notes quickly transform into a velvety violet accord with a powdery-balsamic backdrop.  The violet accord dries down to a smooth base of vanilla, tonka bean, and patchouli.  Notes include: Neroli, Galbanum, Orange Blossom, Iris, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Patchouli.

Maison Margiela REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette Review

By the Fireplace is a woody-gourmand scent with smoky undertones. 
The fragrance opens with spiced vanilla and smoky wood.  The smokiness gradually recedes allowing vanilla and dry woods to take center stage against a backdrop of toasted marshmallows and chestnut.  The fragrance dries down to a creamy vanilla base with nutty undertones.  Notes include: Red Berries, Woody Accord, Neroli, Vanilla, Orange Blossom, Chestnut.

Olay Mist Ultimate Hydration Essence Calming Review

Ultimate Hydration Essence Calming is a water-like liquid in a slim spray bottle.  The formula features niacinamide, chamomile, and aloe to hydrate and soothe the skin.  The spray dries to a weightless finish that provides a touch of hydration.  This product has a perfume-like floral scent that fades quickly. 

RapidLash RapidEye Firming Wrinkle Smoother Review

RapidEye Firming Wrinkle Smoother is a lightweight yet emollient eye cream without added fragrance.  The formula includes a peptide, retinol, caffeine, sodium hyaluronate, shea butter, and other skin conditioners.  The eye cream glides easily over the eye area and absorbs to a comfortable, non-greasy finish with a slight cooling effect from menthyl lactate.  The eye cream leaves the eye area soft, smooth, and hydrated; however, sensitive skin types may not appreciate the cooling sensation. 

Osmotics Under Eye Rejuvenator Review

Under Eye Rejuvenator is a lightweight cream for the entire eye area. 
The formula includes anti-aging peptides, natural oils, and other skin conditioners.  The cream spreads easily over the eye area and absorbs to a hydrating, non-greasy finish.  The formula instantly hydrates and brightens the eye area while softening fine lines over time.  The formula does not appear to visibly reduce puffiness, but the results could vary from person to person. 
This product is fragrance-free. 

Le Labo Fleur D’Oranger 27 Eau de Parfum Review

Fleur D’Oranger 27 is a refined orange blossom fragrance.  The opening blends fresh orange blossom, tart citrus, petitgrain, and a touch of licorice.  The top notes dissipate quickly to reveal a warmer, spicier orange blossom with a backdrop of musk.  The aroma of orange blossom gradually fades into a subtle musk base with fresh floral undertones.  Notes include: Bergamot, Lemon, Petitgrain, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Musk.

Pureology Clean Volume Conditioner For Fine Color-Treated Hair Review

Clean Volume Conditioner is a light yet creamy conditioner with a clean, slightly powdery scent.  The formula features lightweight emollients, vitamin E, soy protein, aloe vera, and a sun filter.  The conditioner spreads easily through the hair and rinses without residue.  The formula leaves hair soft, light, and bouncy; however, it may not provide enough hydration for drier hair types. 

Kiehl’s Herbal-Infused Micellar Cleansing Water Review

Herbal-Infused Micellar Cleansing Water is a hydrating cleansing liquid with a soft herbal scent.  The formula features gentle surfactants, soothing herbal extracts, salicylic acid, and arginine.  The cleansing water removes lightweight makeup, dirt, and oil without drying out the skin.  The formula leaves skin soft and comfortable, and requires no rinsing.

Bioderma Hydrabio Toning Lotion Review

Hydrabio Toning Lotion is a clear water-like toner with a fresh clean scent.  The formula features niacinamide, allantoin, humectants, and other skin conditioners.  The toner removes makeup and cleanser residue while adding a touch of hydration.  The formula leaves the skin thoroughly clean and balanced.

Bioderma Sensibio Toning Lotion Review

Sensibio Toning Lotion is a clear hydrating toner for sensitive skin. 
The fragrance-free formula features a blend of humectants, cucumber fruit extract, and allantoin.  The toner gently removes all traces of makeup and cleanser, leaving skin soft, clean, and hydrated.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Review

Lip Sleeping Mask is a thick, slightly sticky lip salve than can be used day or night to soften and nourish dry lips.  The formula features rich emollients, berry mix extracts, and other botanical ingredients.  The mask keeps lips buttery soft and hydrated for hours with a soft shine finish.  This product has a sweet berry scent. 

Peach and Lily The Good Acids Pore Toner Review

The Good Acids Pore Toner is a watery blue liquid without added fragrance. 
The formula features turmeric, allantoin, aloe, botanical extracts, and a
low-strength combination of glycolic and salicylic acid.  The toner cleanses and refreshes the skin without drying it out.  The formula instantly soothes and brightens skin while providing gentle exfoliation over time.

Peach & Lily Wild Dew Treatment Essence Review

Wild Dew Treatment Essence is a clear toner-like liquid with a faint eucalyptus scent.  The formula includes niacinamide, panthenol, lotus extract, bamboo extract, hyaluronic acid, and other skin nutrients.  The essence can be applied directly onto the skin using fingertips or a cotton pad.  The formula leaves skin soft, refreshed, and lightly hydrated without a noticeable residue. 

Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum Review

Glass Skin Refining Serum is a silky clear gel without added fragrance. 
The formula combines niacinamide, peach extract, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and other skin-benefiting ingredients.  The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer natural finish without stickiness or a greasy feel. 
The formula feels slightly drying when used alone, but it may work well for oily skin types or under a moisturizer.

Bioderma Hydrabio Essence Lotion Review

Hydrabio Essence Lotion is a clear water-like liquid with a rosy scent. 
The formula features niacinamide, sodium PCA, salicylic acid, vitamin E, and lightweight hydrators.  The lotion works like a toner to remove traces of makeup and impurities while adding a touch of hydration.

Pevonia RS2 Gentle Lotion Review

RS2 Gentle Lotion is a water-like toner with a soft rosy scent.  The alcohol-free formula features green tea, chamomile, and licorice to soothe sensitive skin.  The formula leaves skin clean, comfortable, and lightly hydrated without stickiness or residue.

Pevonia After-Sun Soothing Gel Review

After-Sun Soothing Gel is a thick, tacky gel with a soothing floral scent.  The formula features extracts of water lily, green tea, and chamomile to calm and cool sun-exposed skin.  The gel does not have a lot of slip, but it applies easily and absorbs to a natural non-sticky finish.  The formula leaves skin comfortable and lightly hydrated. 

Lancome Advanced Génifique Sensitive Dual Concentrate Review

Advanced Génefique Sensitive Dual Concentrate features two individual formulas that blend together prior to first use.  The resulting mixture has a silky serum texture and a pleasant fruity-floral scent.  The serum features vitamin E, ferulic acid, cornflower extract, pineapple fruit extract, centella asiatica, sodium hyaluronate, and other skin-benefiting ingredients. 
The serum glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a lightweight non-sticky finish.  The formula leaves the skin soft, hydrated, and comfortable. 

Klorane Sun Radiance Nourishing Shampoo with Ylang-Ylang Wax Review

Sun Radiance Nourishing Shampoo is a pearlescent yellow gel shampoo with a honeyed floral scent.  The formula features ylang ylang wax to nourish hair and protect it from sun, salt, and chlorine exposure.  The shampoo creates a rich creamy lather that cleanses hair thoroughly and rinses clean. 
The shampoo leaves hair soft, shiny, and full of body.

Flower Beauty Blush Bomb Color Drops for Cheeks (Nectar and Pinched) Review

Blush Bomb Color Drops for Cheeks is a silky gel-cream blush with a precision dropper applicator.  The formula is nicely pigmented and blends easily into the skin.  The blush sets to a lightweight natural finish that lasts throughout the day.  Nectar is a peachy-apricot shade that creates a warm sun-kissed glow.  Pinched is a subtle peachy-pink shade that imparts a healthy flush.

Vita Liberata Moisture Boost Body Treatment Review

Moisture Boost Body Treatment is a lightweight gel-lotion for the face and body.  The formula combines lightweight emollients and organic botanical extracts to nourish and condition the skin.  The lotion goes on easily and absorbs quickly into the skin.  The formula leaves the skin soft and hydrated without a greasy, sticky residue.  This product is fragrance-free. 

EltaMD Renew Eye Gel Review

Renew Eye Gel is a lightweight yet hydrating gel-cream for the eye area. 
The formula combines peptides, niacinamide, fruit extracts, antioxidants and other skin conditioners. The formula spreads easily around the eye and absorbs to a sheer, non-greasy finish that flakes off slightly.  The eye gel helps to hydrate and brighten the eye area while reducing puffiness. This product is fragrance-free. 

PCA Skin Hydrating Toner Review

Hydrating Toner is a liquid toner with a natural rosemary scent.  The formula features apple, watermelon, and lentil fruit extracts, evening primrose oil, and a seaweed extract.  The toner helps remove excess oil, dirt, and makeup from the skin while adding moisture.  The formula leaves the skin feeling clean, soft, and lightly hydrated.

Clinique Turnaround Revitalizing Lotion Review

Turnaround Revitalizing Lotion is a hydrating gel-liquid without added fragrance.  The formula is enriched with centella asiatica, caffeine, amino acids, humectants, and other skin conditioners.  The lotion absorbs quickly into the skin without stickiness or residue.  The formula leaves the skin soft, comfortable, and lightly hydrated.

Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Night Rehab Lip Mask Review

Volupte Night Rehab Lip Mask is a light yet nourishing lip treatment with a barely-there pink tint.  The formula is enriched with apricot kernel oil, macadamia oil, shea butter, coconut fruit juice, and other emollients.  The lip mask goes on sheer and moisturizes without a sticky, goopy feel.  The formula leaves the lips soft, hydrated and with subtle shine.  This product has a fresh watermelon-like scent. 

CoverGirl Flourish by Lash Blast Mascara Review

Flourish by Lash Blast is a great everyday mascara that creates long defined lashes with natural-looking volume.  The formula is enriched with natural oils that keep lashes soft and nourished.  The mascara features a tapered plastic brush that applies the formula easily and without clumps.  The mascara stays on all day without flaking or smudging.

Glossier Super Glow Serum Review

Super Glow Serum is a water-like serum with a stable form of vitamin C and magnesium PCA.  The serum spreads easily over the skin and absorbs to a weightless finish, but the watery texture makes it a bit tricky to apply. 
The serum helps brighten the skin with continued use.  This product is fragrance-free. 

Glossier Super Bounce Serum Review

Super Bounce serum is a silky serum with hyaluronic acid and panthenol. 
The lightweight formula glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer natural finish without stickiness or shine.  The serum leaves the skin lightly hydrated and soft.  This product is fragrance-free.

Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate Review

Moisture Surge Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate is a lightweight gel moisturizer with dissolvable antioxidant beads.  The fragrance-free formula features aloe, sodium hyaluronate, caffeine, marine extracts, and other skin hydrators.  The concentrate glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a light, non-greasy finish with minimal stickiness.  The formula leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated throughout the day.

Intraceuticals Rejuvenate Hydration Gel Review

Rejuvenate Hydration Gel is a silky clear gel without added fragrance. 
The formula features hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, vitamin E, ginger root extract, green tea, and other skin conditioners.  The gel spreads easily and absorbs to a light, slightly tacky finish.  The formula leaves the skin soft and hydrated without a greasy residue.

Kérastase Reflection Bain Chromatique Sulfate-Free Shampoo Review

Bain Chromatique is a pearlescent gel shampoo for color-treated hair. 
The formula features sulfate-free cleansers, rice bran oil, soybean oil, UV filters, and other hair conditioners.  The shampoo works into a rich creamy lather that cleanses the hair easily and thoroughly.  The shampoo leaves hair clean, soft and smooth, but it may not be hydrating enough for dry, processed hair.  This product has a subtle fruity-floral fragrance.    

Kérastase Reflection Fondant Chromatique Hair Conditioner Review

Fondant Chromatique is a lightweight gel conditioner with a fruity-floral scent.  The conditioner is enriched with zinc gluconate, rice bran oil, soybean oil, vitamin E, and extracts of yuzu and lychee.  The conditioner spreads easily through the hair and helps to smooth and hydrate it.  The formula rinses without residue and leaves hair soft, shiny, and light.

Boscia Cactus Water Moisturizer Review

Cactus Water Moisturizer is a thick green gel with no added fragrance.  The formula includes sodium hyaluronate, peptides, cactus flower extract, and other botanical extracts.  The gel glides easily over the skin and absorbs to a sheer non-greasy finish.  The moisturizer leaves the skin soft and hydrated without shine or stickiness.