ZELENS YOUTH GLOW FOUNDATION {REVIEW}

Having previously heard of the Zelens skincare brand I had never tried any of their products, that was until this past week, as I'd received some samples with a recent order I placed from 
Metropolitain Cosmetics
who also happen to be the exclusive retailers of the brand here in South Africa.

First let me give you some background to this next level skincare brand.

At the cutting edge of high-performance, age-defying skin care, Zelens products combine breakthrough active biotechnology ingredients with a unique blend of plant-derived molecules, to deliver proven, visible results. The brainchild of expert Dr. Marko Lens – a leading plastic surgeon and internationally renowned authority in the field of skin ageing and skin cancer – each and every Zelens product is rigorously trialled and tested, until the exact balance and synergistic action of ingredients is established to trigger the cellular processes responsible for regeneration and repair. Hailed as a ‘new dimension in skin perfection’, each jar is brimming with potent botanical extracts… and completely free from false promises.

This next generation, reviving treatment foundation helps reduce signs of stress and fatigue while creating a perfectly smooth, even-toned complexion with a glowing finish

and as I'm nearly into my 60's I understand more than any age the necessity of having

complexion enhancing ingredients and this treatment foundation has no less than 10 active and powerful ingredients to instantly add luminosity and smooth skin's texture. 

Many of the below inclusions, you will have heard of, but there are several that are new to me and as you read through, it doesn't take long to understand the strong emphasis on the treatment aspect of this foundation.

Beta-glucan:

 This yeast-derived polysaccharide demonstrates multiple actions. Plays a role of a good antioxidant that helps protect skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Beta-glucan boosts cellular respiration and promotes collagen synthesis and thus demonstrates strong tissue-repair and wound healing properties. 

Uyaku:

 Natural molecules extracted from the root of the plant (Japanese evergreen spicebush, Evergreen lindera), commonly used in traditional Japanese herbal medicine (Kampo). 
Uyaku extract helps synchronise circadian rhythms, which are easily "de-synchronised" by aging, stress and lack of light.  
Uyaku is rich in alpha-glucans and flavonoids, molecules that demonstrate excellent antioxidant and soothing actions.

Sesame protein:

 This sesame-derived protein demonstrates an instant tightening effect with a noticeable reduction in the appearance of wrinkles. Effectively provides long-lasting moisture.

Hyaluronic acid:

 Zelens uses a low-molecular weight hyaluronic acid that boosts skin moisture, promotes skin elasticity and fills in wrinkles to help reduce their appearance. 

Shiso leaf:

 (Perilla, Japanese mint)

Rich in polyphenols and triterpenoids. It acts as a powerful antioxidant defending skin from free radical damage. It helps to prevent skin reactivity and soothes sensitive skin. 

Vegetable polyglycerides:

 Completely vegetable molecules derived from sunflower oil with exceptional skin conditioning and moisturising properties. Help maintain and improve skin barrier function.

Pearl: 

Containing 16 essential amino-acids, proteins and polysaccharides, this hydrolised pearl helps maintain high moisture level while promoting skin smoothness and radiance. 

Silanols:

 Organic silicium-based compounds. Help to reconstruct skin architecture by stimulating collagen production and enhancing cellular communication between keratinocytes and fibroblasts.

Silica:

 A trace mineral that helps strengthen skin connective tissues resulting in increased skin elasticity. Absorbs sweat and oil and prevents light reflection.

Diamond spheres:

 Micro-spheres with an entrapped photo-luminescent diamond core. When applied to the skin these spheres convert invisible UV light to blue light and settle into fine lines and wrinkles illuminating a blue glow. The result is an enhanced "soft focus" effect with reduced appearance of wrinkles, shadows and discolourations. 

Zelens Active Colour Youth Glow Foundation comes in a range of 5 shades.
 My shade was Beige which was THE perfect shade. 

Application: Youth Glow Foundation can be applied with a brush, sponge or fingertips over your preferred moisturiser and primer. To increase coverage, simply layer where
 and when it is needed. 

Oil-free. Dermatologist tested.

ZELENS Youth Glow Foundation is perfect for skins lacking luminosity and vitality or anyone who is concerned with visible signs of stress, dullness and loss of elasticity. 

Provides long-lasting, natural light-to-medium coverage, it felt remarkably lightweight, yet nourishing on the skin and I kept catching glimpses of my skin in the mirror and couldn't help thinking how radiant and smooth my skin was looking and I
loved what I saw...

I only managed 2 applications out of the sample, but it was enough to convince me
 that this "Youth Glow" foundation was all it said it would be and more.
I'm happiest when skincare and colour combine in a product and this for me is my
 "Happy Product".

This product is going straight onto my "Wish List", as with any serious treatment 
make-up it always carries a premium price tag and this product is no exception,
however for me, to have that beautiful radiant, soft focus, "your skin but better"
effect is well worth the extra spend.

I do have another ZELENS product review coming up this week, so here's hoping
 that it similarly impresses me.

ZELENS

YOUTH GLOW

FOUNDATION

30ml

R

1,250

£
62

$
98

Let me known the comments below if you have you used any products from ZELENS
and which you highly recommend, as I would love to hear.

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