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Colbert MD Illumino Face Oil

Do you know that feeling when something happens and it feels so life changing… then all of a sudden you realize you’re left not too far from where you were before the momentous event? I’ve spent a couple days angry about something and then I was listening to a new top 40 hit, Pompeii by Bastille and heard these words:

But if you close your eyes,
Does it almost feel like
Nothing changed at all?
And if you close your eyes,
Does it almost feel like
You’ve been here before?
How am I gonna be an optimist about this?

So here we are pretty much exactly where we started and the challenge is to become optimistic. I guess I can do that. And what better way to put on a happy new face than a brand new face oil. By now, you know I love a good face oil, and Colbert MD’s Illumino Face Oil is a luxe version worthy of high praise.

Dr. Colbert is an accomplished Internal Medicine and Dermatology physician with accolades, books and tons of media appearances. His skin care line was developed around his patented QuSome delivery system, allowing for max absorption of ingredients before they start to work. Thanks to this, the line is particularly well-suited to fight aging and inflammation and add radiance to skin.

The Illimino Face Oil works on texture and glow especially well. Since I am back on the Retin-A bandwagon, I actually appreciate the active ingredients. Retinol and Vitamin C work to even and brighten. While the oil adds nourishment and hydration. Win win. Specifically the oils work several ways:

Borage Seed Oil A rich source of Gamma Linoleic Acid (GLA) which aids in cell repair and improves skin’s overall tone and texture.
Yangu Oil Improves skin’s elasticity, suppleness.
Marula Oil Infused with Oleic Acid which aids in hydration and skin barrier function.
Passion Fruit Oil Improves skin’s elasticity while acting as an antioxidant.
Argan Oil A deeply penetrating antioxidant rich in Vitamin E.

Available at Space NK, Barneys and ColbertMD.com.

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nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut

A couple of months ago, I was so thrilled to learn that one of my best friends had gone to business school with a true beauty entrepreneur. Julie emailed me to let me know about Nyakio, a skin care line inspired by Nyakio’s own Kenyan grandparents. A first generation American of Kenyan descent, Nyakio combines the best natural African ingredients with modern, result-driven formulas. Designed for women of all ages, skin types and backgrounds, the Hydrating Face Oil is the keystone of the line.

I’ve really jumped on the face oil bandwagon. First, nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut provides the super-charged hydration that my dry skin needs. But it also works well with oilier skin types. Because this oil is light and non-greasy, it will keep all complexions hydrated and radiant. One friends who’s been using the oil reports “I was shocked at the results. People actually commented on how well rested I looked which was obviously false with a newborn.” (thanks, Tina! xoxo). There is a slight medicinal smell but it disipates quickly. The oil also absorbs on contact. I love the luminous finish it gives my skin and it works beautifully under makeup. Additionally, it is free of sulfates and parabens.

AN EDITORIAL SAMPLE MAY HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY AND EVALUATED TO DETERMINE OUR OPINION OF THE PRODUCT IN THIS POST. PLEASE SEE THE DISCLOSURES PAGE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING OUR POLICIES FOR USING EDITORIAL SAMPLES.

Rodin Olio Lusso Luxury Face Oil and Lip Balm

I finally got my little paws on some Rodin Olio Lusso goodies. I have been lusting after this creation since this summer. Rodin Olio Lusso was created by Linda Rodin, a former fashion editor at Harper’s Bazzar and NYC stylist. Rodin had access to all the greatest skin care lines in the world, but ached for something simpler. So she developed her first oil in 2007 in her own kitchen. Other products followed, all based on the original building blocks of essential oils. This regal beauty knows her stuff and her emphasis on simple and natural is right up my alley.

I started with her staple – the Olio Lusso Face Oil. My skin is dry and sensitive, so I have no qualms about smearing oil all over my face. But this might not be right for those with an acne-prone complexion. I do get the occasional break out, but using this for a couple weeks did not result in any blemishes at all. In fact, my skin looked clearer. The oil is a (very) aromatic blend of eleven essential oils from flowers and other botanicals. I’d categorize the smell as a very strong floral (perhaps gardenia?). My generally angry and sensitive skin was soothed, and in the morning, I had a glow. It was the only moisturizer I used in the evenings, and after two weeks, my skin looks more hydrated than ever before.

But I couldn’t just stop there. Since I consider myself somewhat of a lip balm junkie, I had to try the Rodin Olio Lusso Lip Balm. It is advertised as having the same floral scent as the oil, but I can’t smell a fragrance. What I did find is a sheer, natural lip balm that just plain worked. The formula is not greasy at all. And I adore the chic lucite square compact. I do have a serious case of the “dropsees” and the case even survived hitting my travertine bathroom floor multiple times. Mom is somewhat of a lip balm junkie too – it will be a miracle if I make it back from Thanksgiving with this. I just know she’ll snag it 🙂

Kiehl’s Oil Eliminator Line and ‘Put Some Space On Your Face’ Social Media Contest

Probably one of the most unique contests I’ve ever heard of launched today on Kiehls.com. And it is happening in conjunction with the launch of Kiehl’s Oil Eliminator Line for men – something I am seriously excited about (and could be a perfect Father’s Day gift!).

First, a little about the new products: the products are specifically designed for those with oily skin. The products leave skin matte and can minimize the appearance of pores. Using the ingredient Aerolite (based on aerogel), which was developed for use in space exploration, a gel-like formula is created with a weightless feel on skin. Because of its unique properties (it can absorb four times its own weight in oil) it leaves skin oil free for a full 24 hours. The products include:

All three have a slight minty and masculine scent. I love the rich later the face wash provides. The toner is great to refresh throughout the day. And the moisturizer hydrates with a feather-light texture. My skin feels soft but not tight. These three are men’s products that I will be very reluctant to share!

So now that you have the whole regimen on your wish list… either for yourself or the man in your life, check out the ‘Put Some Space on Your Face’ contest. Starting today through 6/30, you can win the chance to send an image of your face into space! Just take a picture of yourself mid-air, hashtag it #SpaceFace and #Contest and post on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Easy! If you are randomly selected to win, your face will be featured on a figurine attached to a shuttle and sent into the stratosphere. Once the figurines all land, Kiehl’s will send them out to all the winners (in August) so they can proudly display their space-traveled action figures.

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NUDE Skincare Progenius Omega Treatment Rescue Oil

One of my most favorite fellow beauty bloggers, A Little Bit Etc…, has been raving about NUDE Skincare forever. So I don’t know why it has taken me so long to jump on the bandwagon. But I have now, and I don’t see getting off any time soon. I can’t wait to try out the rest of the range. But for now, I will tell you about my first product from NUDE and a reason to love them on its own.

Summer doesn’t really sound like time to try out a face oil. But my dry skin loved this ultra-sheer version. My skin felt revived but not greasy. Plus, the antioxidants help out while we are subjected to summer’s rays. The antioxidants are thanks to omegas 3 and 6 and vitamin C – all great for environmental protection.

Also included in the formula is bakuchiol which works to repair and refine texture. Coleus root and rosemary helps unclog pores – something I am grateful thanks to a few blackheads that I blame on aggressive SPF application (a necessary evil).

I use about a third of a dropper and apply using the tips of my fingers. I am able to detect a very slight botanical and almost spa-like scent. After it is on my skin, I can’t smell the fragrance (which is all natural by the way). The oil soaks immediately into my skin and soothes any redness – I love applying after my evening walk.

I also appreciate that the rescue oil contains no petrolatum, synthetic color, synthetic fragrance, mineral oil, and silicones. ProGenius Omega Treatment Rescue Oil is all-natural, vegan, and cruelty-free. Made in the USA.

Available at Sephora.

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Upgrading My Face Washing Game

By now, I assume my fellow beauty-addicts have changed their skin care routine to accommodate the climbing temps. But if you have not (or are just looking for a major upgrade in your cleansing game), check out this new set available at Sephora from Caudalie and Clarisonic.

Cream cleansers start to feel heavy this time of year. And while I love oils, I often need that second step after removing makeup to get a fresh and clean feeling. This set offers a balanced approach that doesn’t leave skin irritated or dry, but still super clean. Plus, the product combo brightens – something so crucial with the lighter makeup routine I’ve been embracing.

I had tried many of Caudalie’s products but the Instant Foaming Cleanser was new to me. It is gentle and straightforward. Plus, it offers that instant gratification to those of us who love the foam. The serum and sorbet both soften and hydrate skin and you cannot beat the cult-favorite Beauty Elixir.

Regular readers know I love the Clarisonic – if you don’t, you can read more thoughts here. But one new item I have been adoring are the new luxe brush heads. Since my skin is prone to redness, this fluffy and gentle option keeps my skin calm but still super clean. And it helps hydrate! Sold.

Set includes:

Clarisonic Mia 3
USB-Enabled Charger
Sensitive Brush Head
Caudalie Beauty Elixir
Caudalie Instant Foaming Cleanser
Caudalie Vinosource Crème Sorbet
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum

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