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Friday, March 31, 2017

CVS Pharmacy® Makes Korean Beauty More Accessible Than Ever



K-Beauty Has a New U.S Headquarters as 100+ Products Curated by CVS Pharmacy and Korean Beauty Expert Alicia Yoon Launch in 2,100 stores Nationwide



CVS Pharmacy is making the trend-setting world of Korean beauty more accessible than ever before, with the launch of the new K- Beauty HQ at 2,100 CVS Pharmacy stores nationwide, making this one of the largest Korean beauty initiatives globally.

More than 100 new products from South Korean beauty brands, some of which will be exclusive to CVS, will be available at the CVS Pharmacy K-Beauty HQ, rolling out this spring. CVS Pharmacy partnered with the world's most notable Korean beauty expert, Alicia Yoon, to curate the expansive selection of ahead-of-the-curve skincare and makeup innovations from seven different brands. Yoon, founder of the influential Korean beauty e-retailer Peach & Lily™, helped curate this selection through the lens of her more playful and fun retail concept, Peach Slices™.
"We are very excited to bring the latest global beauty phenomenon to CVS Pharmacy with our own exclusive K-Beauty offering, developed uniquely with our customers in mind. Increasingly, we've seen our customers turning to CVS Pharmacy for healthy beauty – from advanced skincare to naturals – and for products that are inspiring, fun and new," said Alex Perez-Tenessa, Vice President of Merchandising for Beauty and Personal Care at CVS Pharmacy.  "With the launch of the new K-Beauty HQ, we're able to deliver an extensive collection of new, on-trend products across healthy skincare and playful beauty, further establishing CVS Pharmacy as the leading health and beauty destination."
CVS Pharmacy's curated selection features innovative, eye-catching and easy-to-understand products, including benefit-focused masks, multi-step skincare regimens, whimsical cosmetics and innovative ingredients like egg oil, snail mucin and more.
"I'm thrilled to be involved in this launch as CVS Pharmacy is creating one of the largest K-Beauty programs in the world. While Korean beauty has been steadily growing in popularity, there are still so many people who cannot easily access Korean beauty products so this launch will really bring the products to everyone," said Yoon. "CVS Pharmacy's focus on health and beauty is at the core of Korean beauty ideals, and the products specially curated for the K-Beauty HQ will delight and deliver results at a great price."
Yoon will also launch her NEW beauty brand, Peach Slices™, exclusively at CVS Pharmacy which transforms the retail concept of making K-beauty lighthearted, easy and effective into products. Yoon's Peach Slices™ brand will include nine K-Beauty products that put a clever spin on innovative, gentle and natural ingredients like honey and yuzu, and the line's natural cotton masks feature no harsh chemicals, dyes, alcohol, parabens or sulfates.
In addition to Peach Slices™, select new K-Beauty brands will also be available for the first time in the U.S. exclusive to CVS Pharmacy:
  • waterless fruit-based Frudia skincare with supercharged formulas that feature only active ingredients for intense, targeted skin health benefits
  • Elisha Coy with naturally-derived effective ingredients such as snail mucin to help replenish skin's moisture and support cell regeneration
  • pore-focused JJYoung by Caolion Lab, harnessing the popular Caolion brand's renowned laboratories in new formulas that steam and cool for facials on-the-go
  • Ariul EGG Collection with new-to-the-U.S. egg oil to help reduce inflammation, boost elasticity and fight free radicals for a radiant, brighter complexion
Rounding out the K-Beauty offerings, a collection of best-selling Korean beauty brands will become even more accessible with their presence at CVS Pharmacy, including:
  • best-selling mask brand Ariul with a juice-cleanse inspired line, free of parabens, mineral oil, artificial coloring and triethanolamine (TEA)
  • The Saem natural products with potent ingredients sourced from around the world including mineral-rich water from Iceland and soothing waratah from Australia
  • whimsical Holika collection with the Sanrio-inspired Gudetama peeling gels, oil to foam cleansers and more
Shoppers can learn about and explore the new Korean beauty lines via in-store education, making exploration and browsing easy, and a dedicated hub on CVS.com will offer in-depth information on the K-Beauty trend, key products, ingredients and more.
The new K-Beauty HQ will be rolling out beginning April 2017 at CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide and online at www.cvs.com.
About CVS Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), is America's leading retail pharmacy with over 9,700 locations. It is the first national pharmacy to end the sale of tobacco and the first pharmacy in the nation to receive the Community Pharmacy accreditation from URAC, the leading health care accreditation organization that establishes quality standards for the health care industry. CVS Pharmacy is reinventing pharmacy to help people on their path to better health by providing the most accessible and personalized expertise, both in its stores and online at CVS.com. General information about CVS Pharmacy and CVS Health is available at www.cvshealth.com.

Review: Emjoi EpiSlim+ e18 Hair Remover #Emjoi #EpiSlim

(product photo courtesy of www.emjoi.com)

About a year and a half ago I did a blog post about the EpiSlim. I absolutely love the EpiSlim+ Hair Remover. This item is meant for your legs. It removes hair from the legs without any fuss and you can barely feel it. Today I am here to talk about the EpiSlim's little cousin the Emjoi EpiSlim+ e18 Hair Remover. This one is much smaller and is used for areas such as the face, underarms and the bikini. 

It is a compact hair remover with 18 tweezers to erase unwanted hair from the root. It has a worldwide patented 3 disc system that makes it extremely comfortable and keeps hair away for up to 6 weeks. It operates on 2 AA batteries and is great for travel. It has Eraser Glide Technology, it glides back and forth on circular motion for smooth, hair free skin in seconds. Skin Glide Technology lift up and removes hair by gliding the tweezer discs over the skin with less irritation. It has 14mm discs. Those provide the optimum radius to remove hair. It removes hair from the root as short as 0.3mm. It has 540 tweezer actions per second. This is great for facial and body hair. Included with the apparatus is a cleaning brush and an instruction booklet. 

Is is pain free? Yes on the face, slightly on the underarms and no in the bikini region. I'm sorry but no matter what you use, pulling hair out by the root in the bikini region hurts. I did my face and underarms with ease. But I was cursing my bikini region. I didn't do anything major, just the sides. When using the large apparatus on my legs I can't feel a thing. When using it on my face I can feel a little pinch. On my underarms the pinch is a little worse. On the bikini the pinch is curse worthy. But it works. And it works well. So, it might be worth the pain. You know the adage, beauty is pain. And this is worth the pain. They do sell an after Epilation Cream for $12.95 that is worth getting if you get irritation from using this.

Currently the Emjoi EpiSlim+ e18 Hair Remover sells on www.emjoi.com for $34.95 and is a great Mother's Day gift. 

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

(This item was sent for consideration)










 

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Review: Some CeraVe Product Reviews #CeraVe

(product photos courtesy of www.cerave.com)

I received some products from CeraVe to test out. I received three products. Two are from their new facial line and one is from their eczema line. I wanted to give you my honest opinions about all of the products though. 

1.7 oz./50g
The biggest thing to say about this product is that it has encapsulated Retinol in the product. The Retinol has been shown to be non-irritating to the skin. It also has 3 essential ceramides, which healthy skin needs to protect and restore its natural protective barrier. It also has niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. The niacianmide helps as an anti-oxidant against skin aging. The hyaluronic acid keeps skin feeling moisturized and hydrated. The SPF 30 is due to Octinoxate 7.5% and Zinc Oxide 10.5%. Wear it daily to prevent sun damage to the skin. This product also has MVE delivery technology which means controlled release for all day hydration. It is also non-comedogenic and will not clog pores. On the website is a $2.00 off coupon for this product. 
 
 
1 fl.oz./30mL
This product intensely hydrates and instantly improves skin radiance, it features innovative Ceraplex Technology. This technology is a unique blend of a 5 ceramide combination and also includes sunflower oil for intense hydration. I will not clog pores, it is non-comedogenic. It is also fragrance free to avoid irritation. It contains all the ceramides needed to maintain and protect the natural healthy skin barrier protection that all CeraVe products contain. You can find a $2.00 off coupon on the website for this or any other CeraVe product. 

10 fl.oz./296mL
If you suffer from eczema, extremely dry or itchy skin, this body wash is for you. It is soothing, calming and works with the body to help address issues of dryness and itchiness. Even redness. Developed with dermatologists, this oil rich formula was designed for eczema prone skin, and goes beyond cleansing to help repair and restore your skin's natural moisture barrier. It is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. Non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Ceramides help repair the skin barrier. Hyaluronic acid attracts needed moisture to the skin's surface. Omega oils soothe dry, itchy, irritated skin. It is fragrance-free, soap-free, sulfate-free and paraben-free. It is accepted by the National Eczema Association. There is a $2.00 coupon on the website that will get you money off this product or any other product from CeraVe. 

CeraVe can be purchased on www.amazon.com, in mass market distributors such as WalMart, Target, Walgreens, CVS, Rite-Aid and Ulta Beauty. Like CeraVe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CeraVe and Follow VeraVe on Twitter:@ceraveskin.

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

(These were sent for consideration)
 
 
 
 

Wilhelmina adds Nicki Minaj, undisputed Queen of Rap, to their Celebrity Division




Wilhelmina, the world's leading talent and model management agency, is pleased to announce renowned recording artist Nicki Minaj as the newest addition to its successful Celebrity Division. Ms. Minaj joins Wilhelmina after making history for the most Billboard Hot 100 hits of any female artist in chart history.
Minaj, a six-time American Music Award winner, ten-time BET Award Winner, three-time MTV VMA winner, and ten-time Grammy Award nominee, joins Wilhelmina's diverse roster of emerging and established talent.
Wilhelmina will drive Minaj's influence in the fashion and beauty space through world-class styling, editorials, carefully curated campaigns, and endorsement deals with the agency's large global network of top clients. 
"We're thrilled to work alongside Nicki Minaj and her team. She is a style pioneer and an icon," said Bill Wackermann, Wilhelmina's CEO.
"I love the synergy between my music and how it inspires my fashion," said Nicki Minaj. "My message is always about celebrating your own style. I'm thrilled and honored to have signed with Wilhelmina. They get me."

About Wilhelmina International, Inc. (NASDAQ: WHLM):
Wilhelmina, and its other subsidiaries, is an international full-service fashion model and talent management service, specializing in the representation and management of leading models, celebrities, artists, photographers, athletes, and content creators. Established in 1967 by fashion model Wilhelmina Cooper, Wilhelmina is one of the oldest and largest fashion model management companies in the world. Wilhelmina, a publicly traded company, is headquartered in New York, and since its founding, has grown to include operations in Los Angeles, Miami, London and Chicago. Wilhelmina also owns Aperture, a talent and commercial agency located in New York and Los Angeles. For more information, please visit www.wilhelmina.com and follow @WilhelminaModels.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Review: NYXCosmetics Continued...#NYXCosmetics

(product photos courtesy of www.nyxcometics.com)

Today is a continuation of yesterday's review of the NYX Cosmetics items I have to review. Her are the eye and lip items.

Stack ‘em up! This incredible fiber formula stacks your lashes with all of the drama you could ever imagine. In just three simple steps, you’ll be batting luscious-looking lashes and collecting suitors wherever you go.

1) Coat your lashes with mascara.
2) Add fibers.
3) Seal lashes in place with another layer of mascara.

This will give you lashes you've only dreamed of. I tried it out and it was similar to those lashes that have a top coast.base coat and fibers that is $30.00. I was super happy. I will show you a picture below. 

Buttery soft and silky smooth, their decadent Butter Gloss is now available in 12 more sumptuous shades! Each glossy color delivers sheer to medium coverage that melts onto your lips and is never sticky, leaving your lips soft, supple and kissable. It comes in 344 shades. I tried three: Angel Food Cake, Cranberry Biscotti and Apple Strudel. 

Speak volumes with a bold swipe of Turnt Up! Lipstick. Go as soft or get as loud as you like using our wide range of 22 statement-making shades. From chic nudes to deep vampy hues, these lightweight and creamy lippies glide on effortlessly. Leaving lips with a kiss of shine and high-impact color you can count on for an unforgettable look. I tried three shades: Feline, Free Spirit and Flawless. See below for Feline. 

wearing Feline


Bare is beautiful with our Simply Nude Lip Creams available in six earthy shades. Swipe on this velvety and moisturizing cream to leave your lips with a subtle satin finish. I tried Exposed, which was a gorgeous nude honey on my lips.
wearing Exposed




Load your lips with plush, pigment-rich color choosing from 12 brand new shades of Matte Lipstick—our shockingly smooth lip color that glides right on and stays in place with a silky matte finish that never feels dry. Now available in a range of fresh new hues, these playful pops of color are just what your spring wardrobe needs! I tried two shades, Spirit and Angel. There are 44 shades in all. 
wearing Spirit

$4.00 ($2.00 on some on sale)
NYX Extra Creamy Round Lipstick is our classic lipstick for all occasions. The mineral-based emollient formula offers a beautiful velvet texture saturated color and it resists wear and smudging. It’s your go-to lipstick. From Pure Nude to Pink Lyric to Chic Red Round Lipstick is available in a jaw-dropping variety of shades. Comes in 88 shades. I tried Flower, a gorgeous shimmery pink. 


NYX Cosmetics Wonder Pencil $4.50
Wonder Woman meet the Wonder Pencil…the essential pencil that fulfills all of your beauty desires. Conquer 3 critical make-up tasks with one product: CONCEAL flaws and blemishes with creamy precision; LINE your lips against lipstick bleeding and fading; and BRIGHTEN your eyes along the water line. Will wonders never cease? Not with the Wonder Pencil in your bag! I have both Light and Medium. I use Light under my eyes and Medium to line my lips. I wish I had Dark too to line my lips for Dark Nude lips. This pencil truly is wonderful. It also does really make a great concealer. 

All of the items mentioned here are great items. I love NYX Cosmetics. I love every item I have ever used by their company, every color and everything about them. They have great quality, great prices and you just cannot beat them. 

NYX Cosmetics can be purchased online at www.nyxcosmetics.com. It can also be purchased in Ulta Beauty stores, CVS stores NYX Cosmetics  Flagship stores. Like NYX Cosmetics on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NyxCosmetics; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Twitter: @NyxCosmetics; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Instagram: http://instagram.com/nyxcosmetics/; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/nyxcosmetics/; Subscribe to NYX Cosmetics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nyxcosmetics and Follow NYX Cosmetics on Google+: https://plus.google.com/110336435589621384934/posts

Until Next Time~
 
Marie Papachatzis 
I Am THE Makeup Junkie

 
(These were received for consideration)  
 
 

 

 

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Review: NYX Cosmetics Items #NYXCosmetics

(product photos courtesy of www.nyxcosmetics.com

Recently I received some items from NYX Cosmetics to try out and review. I absolutely adore NYX Cosmetics and have been using the line since it was first introduced to the USA years ago and first becaame popular. It is a line for makeup artists and makeup enthusiasts alike. The line keeps their prices reasonable and the product quality is amazing. I love NYX Cosmetics, which is named coincidentally after the Greek goddess of the night. 

Brighten up your complexion and let some shine in! The radiant shimmer of this illuminator diffuses light so your skin looks vibrant and refreshed while adding a subtle glow. Available in 5 radiant colors: Chaotic, Enigmatic, Magnetic, Narcissistic and Ritualistic. I tried Enigmatic (soft pink with gold sheen) and Narcissistic (champagne with gold sheen). They go on beautifully and make your cheeks look amazing. Can be used as blush or over blush for best results. 

A mineral finishing powder that sets your favorite look with a flawless finish; skin appears fresh and radiant throughout the day. Just a hint of color provides enough coverage to be worn over makeup or on bare moisturized skin. Comes in two shades, Light/Medium and Medium/Dark. Wears all day long and keeps skin mattified all day too. 
Color-match your skin using NYX Cosmetics perfecting and correcting palettes to conceal correct or contour. With six shades to choose from in each set you can cover up problem spots even out imperfections and accentuate your best features in a flash. Use these buildable colors on their own or combine them to create the ideal tone. I received the medium palette, which was too dark for me but the light palette would be perfect for me to try out, I am very light complected. Sometimes I can handle a medium, say in a powder but not in a cream. 
Prep and brighten your complexion in just one simple step. Start off your routine with NYX Cosmetics Born to Glow Illuminating Primer, the next generation of their fan favorite Illuminator. This two-in-one primer ensures the smoothest makeup application while also delivering an exquisitely radiant finish. Skin will have an amazingly radiant look and you will wonder just how she got it. 
Baked to sheer perfection this luxurious formula is packed full of pigments to provide a natural glow and highlight to the face. Uniquely designed to be used wet or dry depending upon the makeup statement you want to make. When used dry with a brush the look is light and fresh. Want more color? No Problem! Apply wet with a makeup sponge for more intensity. Comes in 12 shades that are all reminiscent of candy. So your cheek will glow with a beautiful candy colored glow.


Prepare your canvas with this silky primer. The Studio Perfect Primer formula is easily absorbed and creates a smooth surface for foundation. It also ensures the longevity of your makeup. 
I tried the clear shade. I like that it has some silicone to it, so that it slips on the skin and foundation goes right over it and stays on right over it without coming off. This is a very nice primer.

Available in 3 shades:

Clear - to cover fine lines and large pores

Lavender - to brighten and illuminate yellow undertones

Green - to conceal redness

 

For today I am just reviewing the facial items that were sent to me. Tomorrow I will do the eyes and lips that were sent to me. NYX Cosmetics can be purchased online at www.nyxcomsetics.com, www.ulta.com and Ulta Beauty and CVS stores. www.nyxcosmetics.com, at Ulta and CVS stores. Soon to be available in NYX Cosmetics Flagship stores. Like NYX Cosmetics on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NyxCosmetics; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Twitter: @NyxCosmetics; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Instagram: http://instagram.com/nyxcosmetics/; Follow NYX Cosmetics on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/nyxcosmetics/; Subscribe to NYX Cosmetics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nyxcosmetics and Follow NYX Cosmetics on Google+: https://plus.google.com/110336435589621384934/posts

Until Next Time~
 
Marie Papachatzis 
I Am THE Makeup Junkie
 
(These were received for consideration)
 


 
 

 
 

Monday, March 27, 2017

Review: SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier #SkinCeuticals #HAIntensifier

(product photo courtesy of www.skinceuticals.com)

1fl.oz./30mL $98.00
In skincare we are always preaching the benefits of a good hyaluronic acid serum. Hyaluronic acid is produced in the skin and depletes as we age. Adding it back into the skin helps moisturize and hydrate the skin. A hyaluronic acid molecule can old 1000 its own weight in water. Imagine how much moisture it adds to the skin? 

SkinCeuticals has come up with a killer serum that helps takes the work out of adding hyaluronic acid into the skin from the outside. H.A. Intensifier is a multi-beneficial corrective serum proven to amplify skin’s hyaluronic acid levels. This unique formulation contains a high concentration of pure hyaluronic acid, proxylane™, and botanical extracts of licorice root and purple rice to support skin’s hyaluronic acid levels and deliver surface hydration, helping improve the visible appearance of firmness, smoothness, and facial plumpness. This hyaluronic acid serum may be used as part of a home skincare regimen after dermal fillers; always consult with your physician for individual at-home advice.

Here is what this serum does. It does extraordinary things:
  • Amplifies skin’s hyaluronic acid levels by 30%.
  • Reduces the look of crow’s feet, nasolabial folds (parenthesis look around the mouth or laugh lines), and marionette lines (lines from the corners of the mouth down to chin) for smoother, firmer skin.
  • Delivers long lasting hydration to visibly improve skin’s texture.
  • Unique serum-gel texture format creates a smooth canvas on skin.
  • Paraben- and dye-free, ideal for all skin types.
  • Can be used as home care after dermal fillers; always consult with a physician for individual regimen recommendations.
Directions for use: unscrew cap and pull pipette out of bottle. Squeeze the bulb and while squeezing the bulb, put cap back into the bottle and slowly release the bulb to draw up product into pipette. Twice daily, apply 4-6 drops to face.  

I have not been so surprised by a serum like this in ages. It really goes the distance and does so much more than any other product out there. My skin has never felt so hydrated and moisturized, smoother, firmer and just in glowier in general. I look great lately. I am not bragging, it's just that my skin just looks better than it has in months. If there were one thing I'd recommend lately, it would be this serum. 

SkinCeuticals H.A. Intensifier retails for $98.00 per (1 fl.oz./30mL).
It can be purchased online at www.skinceuticals.com. It can also be purchased in many physician's offices that carry the Skinceuticals line. Like Skinceuticals on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SkinCeuticals; Follow Skinceuticals on Twitter:@SkinCeuticals; Follow Skinceuticals on Pinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/skinceuticals/; Follow Skinceuticals on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/skinceuticals/; Follow Skinceuticals on Google+:https://plus.google.com/+skinceuticals and Subscribe to Skinceuticals on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/skinceuticals.

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis
I Am THE Makeup Junkie


(This was sent for consideration)

 


 

 

Review: Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk #DryShampooOatMilk #Klorane

(product photo courtesy of www.klorane.com)

3.2 oz./150mL $20.00
Most people wash their hair every day. You really don't have to do that. In fact, most hairstylists recommend that you not wash it every day to give the natural oils in your hair a chance to work with your hair and coat the shaft. I cannot wash my hair every day, or it gets incredibly frizzy. I wash it at most twice a week. In between washings I use a dry shampoo to help with any oily feelings I get on my scalp (which aren't that many, my scalp is not that oily). Dry shampoo helps to absorb dirt and oil so that hair looks freshly shampooed again. There are many dry shampoos on the market and they are all okay. But there is one in particular that I am enamored with. I love it because it works so well on even my dry scalp and hair and it makes my hair feel fresh.

Klorane's Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk is Allure Magazine's 2016 Best of Beauty Winner: Best Dry Shampoo. It is also known in many circles as the best dry shampoo around. Why? Because it works so well on hair. It has Oat Milk in it, which is cultivated in France, and extra gentle oat milk softens, protects and moisturizes all hair types. The soothing and protective properties of the oat respect the natural balance of the scalp and the hair shaft, making it ideal for daily use and suitable for the entire family. Klorane's Dry Shampoo adds volume and texture to hair, it extends the life of blow-outs and hair color, it is ideal for people on-the-go, frequent travelers, after the gym, busy moms and for your office desk. It is sulfate, paraben and sodium chloride free. To use, just shake well before use and spray evenly, about 10 inches away from hair, focusing at the roots. Leave on for 2 minutes and then brush thoroughly until the powder is removed. 

I love using Dry Shampoo and if I had a choice, I would always use Klorane's Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk. That is my number one choice in a heartbeat. It is better than any other dry shampoo product I have ever tried. It gets rid of dirt, debris, oil and anything in the hair that is weighing it down. After the 2 minutes are up and you brush your hair, it feels like you just shampooed it. Seriously. I am not kidding. The effect lasts at least 2 days. I love this product and could not live without it. It is key in my beauty arsenal. My only wish is that it came in a larger container. 

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk retails for $20.00 and can be purchased online at www.klorane.com. It's also available online at SEPHORA, Birchbox, Beautyhabit, Net-A-Porter.com, www.soap.com and www.skinstore.com and Lovely Skin. Like Klorane on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kloraneusa; Follow Klorane on Twitter:@kloraneusa; Follow Klorane on Pinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/kloraneusa/; Folllow Klorane on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kloraneusa/ and Subscribe to Klorane on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/kloraneusa

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

(This was sent for consideration)




 
 

Saturday, March 25, 2017

Review: PIXEL Cosmetics #Pixel #PIXELCosmetics

https://www.facebook.com/pixelcolorcosmetics(product photos courtesy of www.pixelcosmetics.com)

PIXEL Lip Gloss, Lip Butter and Lip Tints
Recently I received a few items from PIXEL Cosmetics to play around with. I love their colors. They have such beautiful colors to wear. I received two Lip Butters, two Lip Glosses and two Lip Tints. Below is a review of these items.

PIXEL Lip Butter $6.99
in Animated and Gorgeous
 












PIXEL Lip Butter contains mango butter, grape seed oil and Vitamin E. It is basically a buttery balm meets a glossy shine. It has a rich creamy texture. 

PIXEL Lip Gloss $5.49
in Defiant and Sensitive

 










PIXEL Lip Gloss has an ultra glossy shine, smooth texture without a sticky feeling, and contains mango butter, grape seed oil and Vitamin E. 

PIXEL Lip Tints $6.49
in Addictive and Elated












PIXEL Lip Tints have brilliant lasting color, an ultra rich gloss, and they contain mango butter, grape seed oil and Vitamin E. 


Here are swatches of all of the above, with the Lip Butters first, followed by the Lip Glossses and the Lip Tints.

 above: Gorgeous, Animated, Sensitive, Defiant, Elated and Addictive. 

wearing Lip Butter in Gorgeous

wearing Lip Gloss in Defiant

I loved all the items I was sent to wear. I especially loved the lip glosses. They have duochrome colors and beautiful shine to them. All of the products wear well and have great pigmentation to them. I like the price point of the products and feel that they are of good quality. I would consider the quality to be at the mass market level. I think these are nice products and I would recommend them.


PIXEL Cosmetics can be found online at www.pixelcosmetics.myshopify.com. Like PIXEL Cosmetics on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pixelcolorcosmetics and Follow PIXEL on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pixelcosmetics/

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

(These were sent for consideration)
 

Review: Eptex Professional Acne Treatment Products #Eptex

(product photos courtesy of www.eptexskincare.com)

Recently I received some samples of Eptex Acne Relief Products. I received samples of two products, Controlled Release Acne Wash with Benzoyl Peroxide 4.5% and Controlled Release Acne Relief Lotion Salicylic Acid 2%. These are both great ways to help rid your skin of acne lesions. Both of those ingredients are beneficial with acne lesions, either if you are a teen or an adult. 

6 fl.oz. $19.95
Eptex™ Controlled Release Acne Wash is ideal to cleanse your skin, helping to stop the bacteria that cause acne. Eptex™ Controlled Release Acne Wash targets the source of acne-causing bacteria with a unique sub-micron encapsulation system, delivering 4.5% benzoyl peroxide deep into the follicle where bacteria reside. What is great about a 4.5% benzoyl peroxide is that it is non-drying to the skin, it kills the bacteria and leaves the follicle clear of debris that clogs the follicle in the first place. Also, Intelli-Target benzoyl peroxide eliminates skin irritation with gradual release over time, and Eptex Acne Wash contains a unique mixure of 3 essential lipids to help repair the compromised skin barrier.

4 fl.oz. $19.95
Eptex™ Controlled Release Acne Relief Lotion contains a pharmaceutical grade active ingredient that helps to unclog the pores and essential lipids that help keep your skins natural barrier healthy. Its patented delivery system slowly releases these ingredients over time, making it appropriate even for sensitive skin. Salicylic Acid is perfect for just about anyone, as it gets rid of the debris clogging the hair follicle, kills bacteria and helps to prevent new acne. It acts in three ways. It exfoliates the skin, so that is how it helps to prevent new acne from forming. That is also how it unclogs the debris from the pore (follicle). Saiclylic Acid is effective at the 2% level also. 

I tried both of these because as a 45 year old adult, I still get some acne lesions from time to time. These did help calm those lesions down. And I would expect that they would. The ingredients in these products are perfect for mild to moderate acne. If you have more severe acne, it might not work for you. 

These products can be purchased from the following place: www.skincaremarketplace.net. Remember, these are pharmaceutical grade products and are definitely worth giving a try if you have acne that is mild to moderate. Like Eptex on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eptex/

Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

(These were sent for consideration)
 

Friday, March 24, 2017

Review: Finesse Restore & Strengthen Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner #finessehaircare

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Finesse Restore & Strengthen Haircare

This is your chance to try Kim Kardashian and Kendall Jenner's secret to their amazing hair, Finesse! Kendall shared that she found out about Finesse from Kim in the October 2016 Allure Magazine, and now it's your turn to see if it works for you too!



Finesse Restore & Strengthen Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner
Specially formulated for hair that’s dry, damaged, stubborn, or sometimes frizzy, Finesse Hair Care products, infused with active proteins, replenish natural moisture, leaving hair healthier, stronger, and more alive. This hair care line is especially popular amongst women with wavy (medium curly hair). That's someone like me. My hair is wavy enough just to be annoying. Because the wave turns to frizz. Just the slightest bit of humidity in the air and my hair is all frizz. I've lived with it my whole life and I've battled it my whole life. I've found some products that worked, sure. But they are a fortune. The Restore & Strenthen Shampoo works. It's perfect for hair that is wavy and all frizz.
Lather into something wonderful! Finesse’s shampoo enriches & moisturizes hair deep down to the root leaving it smooth and easy to manage. The Restore & Strenthen Conditioner leaves hair coated in a silky moisturizing shine that battles frizz away, leaving it tangle free. A moisturizing conditioner that replenishes and penetrates deep into hairs’ roots. The perfect balance between softness and manageability! Finesse shampoos, conditioners, and styling products are available at super affordable prices at top mass, drug, and food retailers nationwide. The brand is now available at over including over 3,400 Walmart stores plus Walgreens, Rite Aid and grocery chains such as Kroger, Shoprite, HEB, and Publix. The cost is about $3.59 for each bottle. Approximately.


Until Next Time~

Marie Papachatzis

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