BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {MAY 2023}

I have quite a colourful array of beauty products to try out over the

 next few weeks, which includes a Hand Cream from an Australian

 brand that I know nothing about, so I'll have to some research

on that one.

I also have a Body Cream and a hair product from two of

my favourite brands and a Vitamin C Serum that I'm really

looking forward to using, especially as we now have the brand

in South Africa.

L-R

LIEF

BORONIA

HAND BALM

This is a new brand for me and it hails from Australia and was 

part of the 2022 Skins Cosmetics Christmas box.

It's a full size product that's exclusive to Skins Cosmetics and with me

 hand creams are always put to good use, so expect my full

 review soon.

RITUALS

RITUAL OF HAMMAN

BODY CREAM

As you may well know, I'm a huge fan of RITUALS, so I'm

always excited to try any of their products and this 100ml

Body Cream was a loyalty gift and for anyone that knows and loves

RITUALS they do excellent free gifts.

SUNDAY RILEY

C.E.O

VITAMIN C BRIGHTENING SERUM

It's the ideal time of the year to include a Vitamin C serum into

my beauty routine and I always like to do this post and pre summer.

The Sunday Riley does this with science-based formulas and clinically proven

 effective ingredients, resulting in plant-based skin care products that 

make your skin soft, smooth and radiant.

I'm pleased that Sunday Riley is now available in South Africa

from Skins Cosmetics.

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN

INSTANT VOLUMISING

LEAVE-IN MIST

One of my absolute favourite French hair care brands and one that my

hair responds well to, was also in the Skins Cosmetics Christmas box 

and it's a product that I haven't tried before.

With age my hair has become, without doubt, thinner and less voluminous,

 so any product that helps will be a winner in my eyes.

I highly rate the Volumising Shampoo & Conditioner with Rose Extracts,

as it really creates more volume.

To read my reviews Click Here

I'll let you know how I fare with this Volumising Leave-In Mist.

 

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN CLEANSING PURIFYING SCRUB WITH SEA SALT #TBT REVIEW

I'm only throwing it back to March 2021 with today's 

Throwback Thursday review.

The prices thankfully have remained the same.

P.S. I still love this product....

~~~~~~

Contrary to what the name suggests, 
Christophe Robin's 

Cleansing Purifying Scrub With Sea Salt 

is a product for hair and not the face.

In short its a scalp exfoliator and shampoo that cleanses, removes buildup, 

and soothes sensitive, flaky, and oily scalps and its the type of product

that I have been wanting to use for time.

I believe that our scalps need to be exfoliated regularly just as we exfoliate

 our face and bodies, but finding this type of product has been difficult

especially here in South Africa, so I'm very happy to have had chance to

experience this one from Christophe Robin.

To read my other Christophe Robin Product Reviews

Click here

 

The cleansing purifying scrub with sea salt is ideal as a detox treatment as it 

cleanses, purifies and restores balance to sensitive or oily scalps. 

It can also be used as a post-colour treatment to sooth tingling 

and itching sensations.

I wrote about my own Hair Detox many years ago, as I personally need 

to put my hair and scalp through a regular detox to rid it of a chemical, 

product and skin build-up.

To read about my Hair Detox

The Cleansing Purifying Scrub by Christophe Robin forms part of a 

3 product range that is aimed to purify and detox the hair and scalp.

The scrub contains large grains of mineral-rich sea salt, which are very evident

 in the white paste and salt being a natural exfoliant you can certainly feel it 

 both cleanse the scalp and stimulate the blood circulation and it's a wonderful

invigorating sensation that leaves the scalp and hair feeling incredibly clean.

In addition, any chemical traces of colour and impurities are naturally removed.

Other 100% plant-based ingredients in this scrub ensure that even after rinsing,

 the scalp is still hydrated, soothed and itch-free. 

Within 24 hours of use, the moisture content of the scalp is back in balance 

and irritations are considerably reduced and these effects can last for up to 

four days after treatment. 

This Christophe Robin scrub is free from parabens, silicones and colorants.

Recommended for Sensitive scalps, Oily scalps, Men & women.

Can be used once or twice a week as a shampoo

Detox treatment: 

Apply the equivalent of a tablespoon on damp hair. 

Gently massage the scalp, add a trickle of water then lather, concentrating

 on the nape of the neck. 

Rinse thoroughly and apply a nourishing treatment on the lengths 

and ends depending on your hair's condition. 

For a more intense effect: leave on for about two minutes before rinsing. 

Post-colour soothing treatment: 

Ideal for eliminating chemical residues, which have become embedded

 on the scalp. 

Instantly soothes itching and calms irritation.

I'm 100% sold on this product, as it left my hair and scalp feeling incredibly

fresh, clean and more importantly for me, my hair felt light, almost

weightless, which has never happened previously with any other hair products.

As a shampoo the foam is rich, thick and voluminous, again like nothing

 I've EVER tried.

It is without doubt a unique product and I cannot recommend 

this product enough, especially if you suffer from any of the above

 hair or scalp issues.

I also believe the pricing of this type of product is very good as the entry 

size of 75mls will give you plenty of deep cleansing washes.

I'm currently using this product once a week, however I'm sure I will

drop back to once every other week in the future.

As a heads up this product has already been added to my 

Top Hair & Body Product list for 2021

thats how much my hair loves it...

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN 

CLEANSING PURIFYING SCRUB WITH SEA SALT 

75/250ml

R

370/825

£

17/40

$

19/53

Christophe Robin products are available

 in South Africa

exclusively in store and online

 at

Skins Cosmetics

MONTHLY FAVOURITES {MARCH & APRIL 2021}

I have 5 "faves" for you today and as I predicted ELEMIS

skincare features again this month and it does so with two great products.

I have experienced their wonderful Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm and

their Super Serum Elixir.

My hair and lips were treated to products that they loved and I also

got to experience a wonderful new skincare brand and facial at the

award winning Spa in the iconic 5* Oyster box Hotel.

As always I will link the full reviews in Pink

1.

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN

 CLEANSING PURIFYING

SCRUB

WITH SEA SALT

My love for the french haircare brand Christophe Robin isn't

waning, in fact its growing with this cleansing scrub.

The cleansing purifying scrub with sea salt is ideal as a detox treatment 

as it cleanses, purifies and restores balance to sensitive or oily scalps. 

It can also be used as a post-colour treatment to sooth tingling 

and itching sensations and I'm loving how clean it makes my scalp

and hair feel.

To read my review

2.

TATA HARPER

ILLUMINATING FACIAL

AT THE OYSTER BOX SPA

This has, so far, been a beauty highlight of the year and I cannot

 wait to return for another TATA HARPER facial at the Oyster Box

Hotel Spa, as it was not only a divine treatment, but it was a

great introduction to the USA natural skincare brand TATA HAPER,

which has recently launched both their retail products and 

salon treatments at the RED CARNATION Hotels Spas

in South Africa.

I also have two of their skincare products that I will be reviewing 

in the future.

To read my review

3.

ELEMIS

PRO-COLLAGEN

SUPER SERUM ELIXIR

This Super Serum is an anti-ageing concentrate

 that has been formulated to plump, smooth and nourish

 the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

I've been using this serum now for nearly 3 months and this concentrated

active serum has been an absolute pleasure to use.

To find out more about this super serum and its benefits

To read my full review

4.

BURTS BEES

LIP SHIMMER

The luminous lip shimmers glide on with the perfect complement of 

moisture and touch of delicate colour that looks 

great alone or over the top of your favourite lipstick.

I found it to work well over the top of all my lip shades. 

The inclusion of Peppermint gives the lips that fresh invigorated plump

 feel which I personally loved.

To read my full review

5.

ELEMIS

PRO-COLLAGEN

CLEANSING BALM

This hero product in the ELEMIS range is just as good as I expected

it to be and then some. If you are a lover of cleansing balms then this

is truly a "must have" and a read of my review is advisable to find out

why I and thousands of fans love it so much.

To read my full review

Let me know in the comments below if any of the above products are your "Faves".

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN CLEANSING PURIFYING SCRUB WITH SEA SALT {REVIEW}

Contrary to what the name suggests, 
Christophe Robin's 

Cleansing Purifying Scrub With Sea Salt 

is a product for hair and not the face.

In short its a scalp exfoliator and shampoo that cleanses, removes buildup, 

and soothes sensitive, flaky, and oily scalps and its the type of product

that I have been wanting to use for time.

I believe that our scalps need to be exfoliated regularly just as we exfoliate

 our face and bodies, but finding this type of product has been difficult

especially here in South Africa, so I'm very happy to have had chance to

experience this one from Christophe Robin.

To read my other Christophe Robin Product Reviews

Click here

 

The cleansing purifying scrub with sea salt is ideal as a detox treatment as it cleanses, purifies and restores balance to sensitive or oily scalps. 

It can also be used as a post-colour treatment to sooth tingling and itching sensations.

I wrote about my own Hair Detox many years ago, as I personally need 

to put my hair and scalp through a regular detox to rid it of a chemical, 

product and skin build-up.

To read about my Hair Detox

The Cleansing Purifying Scrub by Christophe Robin forms part of a 

3 product range that is aimed to purify and detox the hair and scalp.

The scrub contains large grains of mineral-rich sea salt, which are very evident in the white paste and salt being a natural exfoliant you can certainly feel it 

 both cleanse the scalp and stimulate the blood circulation and it's a wonderful

invigorating sensation that leaves the scalp and hair feeling incredibly clean.

In addition, any chemical traces of colour and impurities are naturally removed.

Other 100% plant-based ingredients in this scrub ensure that even after rinsing,

 the scalp is still hydrated, soothed and itch-free. 

Within 24 hours of use, the moisture content of the scalp is back in balance and irritations are considerably reduced and these effects can last for up to 

four days after treatment. 

This Christophe Robin scrub is free from parabens, silicones and colorants.

Recommended for Sensitive scalps, Oily scalps, Men & women.

Can be used once or twice a week as a shampoo

Detox treatment: 

Apply the equivalent of a tablespoon on damp hair. 

Gently massage the scalp, add a trickle of water then lather, concentrating

 on the nape of the neck. 

Rinse thoroughly and apply a nourishing treatment on the lengths and ends depending on your hair's condition. 

For a more intense effect: leave on for about two minutes before rinsing. 

Post-colour soothing treatment: 

Ideal for eliminating chemical residues, which have become embedded on the scalp. Instantly soothes itching and calms irritation.

I'm 100% sold on this product, as it left my hair and scalp feeling incredibly

fresh, clean and more importantly for me, my hair felt light, almost

weightless, which has never happened previously with any other hair products.

As a shampoo the foam is rich, thick and voluminous, again like nothing

 I've EVER tried.

It is without doubt a unique product and I cannot recommend 

this product enough, especially if you suffer from any of the above

 hair or scalp issues.

I also believe the pricing of this type of product is very good as the entry 

size of 75mls will give you plenty of deep cleansing washes.

I'm currently using this product once a week, however I'm sure I will

drop back to once every other week in the future.

As a heads up this product has already been added to my 

Top Hair & Body Product list for 2021

thats how much my hair loves it...

CHRISTOPHE ROBIN 

CLEANSING PURIFYING SCRUB WITH SEA SALT 

75/250ml

R

370/825

£

17/40

$

19/53

Christophe Robin products are available

 in South Africa

exclusively in store and online

 at

Skins Cosmetics

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW [MARCH 2021}

I have 4 products under review during March and of course there had to be 

another ELEMIS product from the Pro-Collagen Stars of the Show gift set.

If you would like to know what that wonderful set contained

Click here

I also have a newly launched product that amazingly combines 

Vitamin C & Retinol and promises to seriously brighten and correct the skin.

Another is a haircare product that I have been wanting to try for some time 

and is from a French brand that I love and lastly I will be reviewing 

a Lip Tint that was somewhat of an impulse purchase.

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Christophe Robin 

Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt

I already have 3 products from this French haircare brand and I

adore them all, so I was excited to recently find this generous 

sample in the Holiday Skins Cosmetics box.

It's a scalp exfoliator and shampoo that cleanses, removes buildup, 

and soothes sensitive, flaky, and oily scalps.

I sense this may turn out to be expensive again, as my splurge

on their Volumising Paste all stemmed from me trying the product

in exactly same way, so lets call it Deja Vu.

To read my full reviews on Christophe Robin products

Click here

*NOW POSTED*

Read Full Review

StriVectin

Super C Retinol

Brighten & Correct

Vitamin C Serum

I was intrigued by this product from StriVectin as it has managed to combine

 the brightening power of Vitamin C and the correcting power of Retinol 

in one supercharged, lightweight serum.

I've been intending to re-introduce a Vitamin C Serum into my skincare

regime for sometime and I'm glad I hadn't, as this sounds like the

perfect combo. 

As always my review will only be up after at least 3 months of trial

however I will give regular updates over on my IG.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

Elemis

Pro-Collagen

Cleansing Balm

I have heard so many great things about the Elemis Cleansing Balm

and being a fan of the EVE LOM Cleanser, which is very similar by all accounts,

so I'm extremely keen to try this award winning cleanser.

This was another inclusion in my Elemis Christmas Gift set and it came with 

it's own cleansing cloth. This gift just keeps

 on giving me luxury skincare products to try and review for you guys.

*NOW POSTED*

To read my full review

Clarins 

Water Lip Stain

I already sense that I'm going to regret this rather rushed purchase

and whilst my reason for buying this type of product was sound,

 I couldn't try the tester in store due to Covid Protocols and that's

where the problem lies.

Sadly I would advise against buying any new colour products

right now for this very reason, otherwise you could make

rather expensive mistakes.

*NOW POSTED*

Read Full Review