ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

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. 

Replenix Pluming Lip Treatment SPF 30 Review

Plumping Lip Treatment is a clear serum-oil with a glossy finish.  The formula features a blend of chemical sun filters, peptides, plant extracts, ceramides, sodium hyaluronate, and other lip hydrators.  The lip treatment feels warm and tingly when applied, and causes the lips to swell and turn red for an hour or so.  While some may enjoy the plumping effect of this product, I find that it causes the lips to look irritated.  On the plus side, the treatment goes on smoothly and leaves the lips soft and hydrated. 

Replenix Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser Review

Gly/Sal 2-2 Foaming Cleanser is a clear liquid cleanser for acne-prone skin. 
The formula features mild cleansing agents, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, soothing plant extracts, zinc, and copper.  The liquid cleanser dispenses as a soft foam that removes dirt, excess oils, and impurities from the skin and pores.  The cleanser leaves the skin clean and refreshed, but it can be drying if used daily. 

Replenix Soothing Antioxidant Mist Review

Soothing Antioxidant Mist is a toner-like spray with a natural lavender scent.  The formula features humectants, witch hazel, chamomile, green tea, vitamin C, and sea salt.  The mist dries down without stickiness or residue and leaves the skin soft and lightly hydrated.

Replenix Enriched Nighttime Bio-Therapy Review

Enriched Nighttime Bio-Therapy is a rich facial cream without added fragrances.  The formula features hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, ceramides, cholesterol, antioxidants, and other skin conditioners.  The cream applies easily and absorbs without shine, stickiness, or a greasy residue. 
The formula works well to nourish and soothe dry, irritated skin.

Replenix Pure Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review

Pure Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Serum is a blue gel-serum without added fragrance.  The formula combines two forms of hyaluronic acid, humectants, antioxidants, minerals, and a peptide.  A few drops of the serum leave the skin hydrated and supple, but any more than that can feel sticky. 

Replenix Serum CF Review

Replenix Serum CF is a lightweight gel-serum with a caramel tint. 
The fragrance-free formula features a high concentration of caffeine and green tea polyphenols, along with sodium hyaluronate and anti-irritants.  The serum quickly disappears into the skin without stickiness or shine.  The formula soothes the skin and calms irritation, but it provides little moisture. 

Replenix Green Tea Antioxidant Moisturizing Lotion Review

Green Tea Moisturizing Lotion is a silky, nourishing lotion without added fragrance.  The formula is enriched with green tea, caffeine, resveratrol, ceramide 2, hyaluronic acid, and soothing skin conditioners.  The lotion rubs in easily and it leaves the skin soft, supple, but not greasy.  

Topix Replenix Power of Three Serum Review

Power of Three is a translucent gel-serum with a tan tint.  The oil-free serum is formulated with caffeine, green tea, resveratrol, and soothing botanical extracts.  The serum goes on easily and absorbs fast, but it leaves the skin thirsting for more moisture.  This product has a soft botanical scent without added fragrance. 

Replenix Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 10x Review

Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 10x is a yellowish silicone-based cream with a leafy tea scent.  The serum requires a bit of rubbing in but it quickly absorbs to a velvety matte finish.  The formula contains retinol (1%), green tea and caffeine.  The retinol in this product visibly smoothes and evens out the complexion while the green tea and caffeine provide the skin with antioxidant protection.  This is the most potent retinol formulation in the Topix Replenix line and those not accustomed to high levels of retinol may experience peeling, redness and irritation when using this product.  The serum is also available in 3 lesser strengths: 5x for tolerant skin, 3x for normal skin and 2x for sensitive skin.

Replenix Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 3x Review

Retinol Plus Smoothing Serum 3x is a lightweight silicone cream with caramel tint and a natural green tea scent.  The serum absorbs quickly and leaves a powdery matte finish on the skin.  The formula contains 0.3 % retinol to refine skin texture and green tea to minimize irritation.  The serum also appears to reduce blemishes and fade acne marks.  The serum is available in four graduated strengths: 2x for sensitive skin, 3x for normal skin, 5x for tolerant skin and 10x for advanced treatment.