OBAGI Medical Review

OBAGI Medical Review

"Have you ever heard of a circadian rhythm? It’s the physical, mental and behavioral changes in your body that follow a roughly 24-hour cycle, such as your sleeping schedule.1 What you may not realize is that many of your skin functions also follow a circadian rhythm. While you may begin to unwind in the evening, your skin is hard at work and actually increases its renewal and metabolic functions at night.

Consider these cycles in your skin’s functions that may influence its texture, radiance, and overall appearance

• Cell proliferation peaks at midnight, and is lowest at noon
• Blood flow is 25% lower at night
• Oil production by skin glands is higher midday at noon
• Skin pH is more acidic during sleep

You can dream easy tonight knowing that Obagi is launching a new product engineered to complement your skin’s natural nightly functions. We are thrilled to introduce Obagi Hydrate Luxe to our family of products! Just as the name suggests, this luxuriously rich face cream is extra-moisturizing and contains ingredients to keep your skin looking and feeling supple and firm. In fact, in a 2013 consumer survey, a majority of those who tried Hydrate Luxe saw improvements in the appearance of fine lines, firmness, skin texture, skin radiance, and hydration.

Packed with many of the same great natural ingredients as our Obagi Hydrate Facial Moisturizer, like shea butter, mango butter, and avocado, Hydrate Luxe also contains additional powerful ingredients engineered to work with the chronobiology of the skin and to provide ultra-rich moisturization including:

Biomimetic peptides. A technology that complements your skin’s nightly renewal and metabolic functions to support the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in mature skin.

Hydromanil. A key ingredient in our Hydrate Facial Moisturizer, this technologically advanced ingredient provides not only immediate moisturization, but gradual moisture delivery by retaining water in the layers of your skin and continuously releasing them for 8-hour moisture protection!"-OBAGI

How it works?

Obagi Hydrate Facial Moisturizer contains innovative Hydromanil, which has been clinically proven to improve the moisture content of the skin.1

Hydromanil, a moisturizer naturally derived from tara seed, delivers 2-in-1 moisturizing action1,2:

Immediate moisturization ─ reduces water loss and holds water on the surface of your skin

Gradual moisture delivery ─ retains water and continuously releases active moisturizing compounds within the skin

I've been using the OBAGI Hydrate Luxe and I've been loving it. It's hard for me to find a cream that hydrates my face. I have such a dry face while being on chemo. You don't feel as beautiful when you do your make-up and have all kinds of dry skin flaking off. I've been using the Hydrate Luxe in combination with one of my serums and both work like a dream together. The OBAGI Hydrate Luxe is a thicker cream. What I like about it though is that it sinks in fairly quickly and leaves your face supple. It just brings out a natural glow to the skin and the best part NO MORE FLAKES!

"If you want your skin to look its best, be sure you’re giving it the best. Our goal at Obagi is to offer you skin care products that leave you with healthy and beautiful skin and a glowing confidence to match. Among our latest developments, we are thrilled to announce the expansion one of your favorite Obagi product lines, Obagi Professional-C, which now includes 3 exciting new products! 

Vitamin C is often acclaimed for its ability to defend your skin against visible signs of aging caused by environmental factors. If you’re looking to calm inflammation1, brighten skin2, retain moisture3, enhance UV protection1 or complement your skin’s collagen synthesis1, Vitamin C may be able to help you achieve these goals. 

As the key ingredient in our Professional-C skin care line, Vitamin C can now also be found in these three new additions:

Professional-C Suncare SPF 30

As the perfect addition to any daily skin care regimen, Obagi’s newest dual-function product combines broad-spectrum SPF 30 in a 10% L-ascorbic acid formulation for a cosmetically elegant lotion that feels luxurious when it is applied. Benefits include:

Broad-spectrum SPF 30 protects against skin-damaging UVA and UVB rays

10% L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) helps combat the visible signs of skin aging 

Professional-C Peptide Complex and Professional-C Eye Brightener

In addition to Vitamin C, these highly effective skin care products offer the ingredients kinetin and zeatin, which are plant sourced, DNA- and RNA-derived natural growth factors.

Professional-C Peptide Complex features SNAP-8 (acetyl octapeptide) which is clinically shown to reduce the apparent depth of winkles by 35%. In addition, the Professional-C Peptide Complex can help to minimize the visible signs of skin aging while promoting a healthy, youthful glow and improving firmness, tone and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  

Professional-C Eye Brightener improves the appearance of crepiness and crow’s feet as it helps to strengthen the delicate skin around your eyes. This eye brightener also features Soft Focus Technology, which instantly creates an optical diffusion of reflected light to blur the appearance of fine lines and shadows."-OBAGI

I got to try the OBAGI Professionl-C Suncare SPF30 who doesn't need sunscreen? I know I do. As someone who is pale and it's partially due to my Leukemia and my Irish/Scottish side of my family. Anytime you have a cancer or even if you don't you want to always protect your skin! With the OBAGI Profession-C Suncare SPF30 I feel like I'm getting what I need although this sunscreen doesn't leave that awful white residue on your skin. It's more like a moisturizer. A little goes a long way and I haven't noticed that I've gotten burnt lately while out in the sun. My skin feels moisturized and I feel like I'm getting the protection that I need. I do reapply because when you are applying an SPF the number after the SPF say SPF30 means you are only protected for 30 minutes and then you'll need to reapply for a better protection. So the higher the SPF the higher the protection. I'm really thrilled with OBAGI I think they're line that I've at least have got to try has been great especially the moisturizer. I would love to try more from their line. I had never heard of OBAGI before, but now they are a staple in my skincare regimen. I will definitely repurchase the moisturizer.

Here is what both look like on the skin

The OBAGI Hydrate Luxe on the left & OBAGI Professional-C Suncare SPF30 on the right. As you can see they do want to blend right in with the skin.

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FTC: I was sent these products from OBAGI in return for my honest opinion and review.

Dermasome Gold from Angellift

Dermasome Gold from Angellift

Dermasome Gold is made up of 24K gold and contains highest injectable-grade hydration lifting ingredients and epidermal growth factors. This lifts the skin which makes it look firm and younger.

The anti-aging proof is in the results. Restore the look of youthful firmness. Dual-action Dermasome Gold contains the highest-grade epidermal growth factors and injectable-grade lifting ingredients to provide a dramatically younger, lifted look. In clinical testing, 96% of women agreed the serum improved the look of sagging skin; 93% saw a visible lifting effect. Real 24K gold in the serum gives skin a visibly radiant, smoother look. 1 oz. Lift and firm your skin to recapture a more youthful look. Directions: Mix moisturizing gel and botanical ball contents in your hand and apply over the face and neck are where aging lines are present. Use morning and night along or under makeup.

BENEFITS:

Contains natural ingredients.

Does not contain preservatives.

Moisturizes the skin.

Uses breakthrough skincare technology.

First of all can we talk about this bottle! It's so cool looking with it's twisted gold rings. It's beautiful. I've tried Dermasome Gold for about 2 weeks now mixed with my moisturizer and I love it when mixed together. Alone I don't feel as though it gives me enough moisture, but with my moisturizer it's amazing. The consistency is very liquid like. It's not so liquidy that it drips or falls out of the package, but it's like a liquid gel. It's very soothing on the skin. When applied it feels very cool and relaxing. I've noticed that it does make my face feel tightened. Not dry, but it feels as though it tightens up the skin. I just think this is a type of product that has to be mixed with something because if you are like me with combination skin I don't think it will be enough to moisturize your face and keep the flakes away. Mixing it with my Benefit Total Moisture and another moisturizer I'm currently trying out it changes the way the products work. I use thick creams which can be annoying so using this with the creams thin them out and also packs an extra punch of moisture into the skin. It helps my creams sink into the skin easier. Angellift has come up with so many other different products. 

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FTC: I received this product through the Flashbuzz Blogger Program in exchange for my honest opinion and review.

What's New With Olay 2015

What's New With Olay 2015

NEW ProX by Olay Nightly Purifying Micro-Peel ($40)

Created to tighten and renew skin nightly, this product increases skin firmness after 2 nights of use.

Key ingredients: Contains glycolic acid, lactic acid and citric acid to gently strip away dull surface layers in a one-step product

I use both the Olay Purifying Micro Peel in combination with my Luminous Over Night Mask. The Micro peel I'm not going to lie it burns when you first put it on, but after a few minutes the burn goes away. I didn't experience any dryness or peeling, but that could be because I used the Luminous Over Night Mask in combination with the Micro Peel. I do feel like it shed the dead skin I did have on my face leaving for a softer finish. 

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NEW Olay Regenerist Luminous Overnight Mask ($26)

This gel treatment absorbs into the surface of skin working throughout the night to replenish moisture and even tone at the surface cell level.

Key ingredients: Contains niacinamide to help reverse past skin damage and mulberry root extract to reduce the appearance of skin discoloration

I used the Over Night Mask in combination with the Olay Micro Peel and I have to say together it's been pretty amazing. I don't use the Micro Peel every night, but I do use the Over Night Mask every night. It's a gel finish so it's very cooling on the skin and soothes which is much needed after using the Micro Peel. Like I said it has that gel texture, but it almost has an elastic feel to it you know like it's meant to be like a mask. So since it has that elastic like texture I feel like it keeps and locks moisture into your skin so that when you wash it off your face still feels moisturized. I've noticed a big difference in my skin. I mean my skin is clearer than it's ever been. I do get those occasional break-outs during that time of the month, but other than that I get asked all the time now about how I get my face so clear. The softness is unreal. I make my Mom feel my face all the time and she can't believe how soft it's gotten and more importantly my husband noticed. 

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FTC: I was sent these products by Olay for free in consideration for my honest opinion and review.

Aveeno Positively Ageless Anti-Aging System Review

Aveeno Positively Ageless Anti-Aging System

AVEENO® POSITIVELY AGELESS® COMPLETE ANTI-AGING SYSTEM

94% of women saw improved firmness, elasticity or fine lines.

Each product in this complete anti-aging system contains ACTIVE NATURALS® Natural Shiitake Complex, an ingredient that works in harmony with your skin’s unique chemistry to help speed up the renewal process. In a clinical study, 100% of women showed improved radiance, diminished appearance of brown spots or reduced fine lines. The system includes a Daily Exfoliating Cleanser, Lifting & Firming Eye Cream, Daily Moisturizer and Lifting & Firming Night Cream.

INGREDIENTS

ACTIVE NATURALS® NATURAL SHIITAKE COMPLEX

Helps speed up the skin’s 

natural renewal process.

Rich in vitamins and amino acids, shiitake mushrooms have been used in Asia for centuries to increase energy and promote overall vitality. Scientists for the AVEENO® Brand utilize the anti-aging potential of the shiitake mushroom for our POSITIVELY AGELESS® collection, whose products have been shown to improve the appearance of skin and fight the signs of aging.

SUN SAFETY INFORMATION

Daily Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Uses

Helps prevent sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

Warnings

For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions 

- Apply liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure 

- Reapply at least every 2 hours 

- Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating 

Sun Protection Measures 

Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: 

- Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

- Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses 

- Children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor 

Other Information 

Protect this product from excessive heat and direct sun. May stain some fabrics. The products in this kit contain mushroom extract. 

Daily Exfoliating Cleanser 

Warnings

For external use only. If product gets into eyes rinse thoroughly with water. 

Other Information

The products in this kit contain mushroom extract.

Lifting & Firming Night Cream

Uses

Helps prevent sunburn. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun. 

Warnings

Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin' sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterward. 

Other Information

The products in this kit contain mushroom extract. 

Lifting & Firming Eye Cream

This product also contains mushroom extract.

My Impression: I have been using the Aveeno Positively Ageless Anti-Aging System now for about 2 months. I am 23 years old - soon to be 24 and I like to take preventative steps to my start of wrinkles. I do have some wrinkles underneath my eyes that are very hard to get rid of, but I'm hoping with the usage of this product that it will further prevent them from getting worse. I have been using this product and babying my face a lot using the products in the morning and night as directed. I start off with the Daily Exfoliating Cleanser which is a very gentle exfoliant I might add. It's more of a gel/cream texture with tiny beads that help to exfoliate your face. It's very refreshing in the morning and at night when cleansing my face I do feel it gets rid of a lot of my make-up that my eye makeup remover leaves behind. Next I move on to my morning moisturizer with the Aveeno Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30 which is a little thicker of a consistency than I'm used to for moisturizers, but it gets the job done - I also add a little bit of the Lifting and Firming eye cream to before applying my makeup for the day. I try to limit wearing makeup through-out the week. I maybe wear makeup three times a week at the most. So, it's night time and I'm worn out from a long day the last thing I want to do is wash my face, but I head over to the sink anyway and pull out my Aveeno cleanser wash my face and get ready for bed. I apply the Aveeno Lifting and Firming night-cream which is a lot more thicker than the day-time moisturizer. I feel it's a little thick which I can't really stand in a night cream, but I've noticed a big difference in my skins texture by using all four products. I've noticed my face is a lot more nourished with less dry patches. My skin is a lot more softer and most of all I've noticed a major brightness in my face that I didn't have before. A sort of glow! I've been really enjoying doing my makeup because of the smooth canvas I have to work with despite the occasional hormonal acne I deal with. I have to say for a line that is fragrant which turned me off at first because fragrances in skincare items seem to ALWAYS break me out because I have sensitive/combo/oily/acne prone skin - surprisingly these products haven't affected my skin negatively at least I don't believe. I've noticed more results than bad. I do think however the night cream is a bit to heavy for me so I might switch to a different night cream or serum, but the rest of the line has been great! I would recommend picking this up if you were skeptical before and have my skin type as listed above. 

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FTC: I was sent this collection for free in return for my honest opinion and review. All my thoughts and opinions are my OWN. Being sent the product does not change the fact that I am honest in my reviews.

Olay Regenerist Skincare Line Review

Olay Regenerist Skincare Line Review 

Olay Regenerist Intensive Repair Treatment (Daily Treatment)

• Reduces the look of wrinkles without the dryness of a retinoid

• For the following skin types: dry, normal, combination/oily.

• Helps with these face concerns: fine lines/wrinkles, loss of firmness/elasticity, dull skin, uneven skin color/tone, uneven texture, dry/flaky skin

Olay Regenerist Anti Aging Eye Roller Review

Olay Regenerest Anti-Aging Eye Roller

Regenerist Anti Aging Eye Roller features three precision micro-rollers that gently massage in a concentrated, hydrating anti aging product to not only help reduce eye puffiness, but instantly diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles. 

Add it to your skin care routine to help: 

• Regenerate skin’s appearance

• Brighten skin, reduce puffiness and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles

• Soften and smooth the delicate skin around the eyes

Dermatologically Tested. Non-Comedogenic (Won’t Clog Pores)

Olay Defying 2-in-1 Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream/Serum Review

Olay Defying 2-in-1 Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream + Serum

NEW Olay Anti-Wrinkle 2-in-1 Day Cream + Serum works by combining intense moisturization with a firming serum—to deliver both hydration and a lift at once. It’s truly a double benefit in one pump. 

Product Features 

• High levels of Olay moisturizer provide a plumping effect to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

• Smooths the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for younger looking skin.