RECENT EMPTIES {AUGUST 2021}

Am I alone when it comes to NOT finishing a product completely, as I

have a tendency to finish using a product in my mind, but in reality

there is still product left in the bottom of the jar and in some instances

many more applications can be had.

Maybe it's just me!!

I would love to know in the comments section below...

All of the 3 jar empties actually still had some product in,

 so I made it my mission over the past two weeks or so to

use every last drop in order to empty the pot.

My reviews have been written and posted some time back in,

 but now all of these are 100% empty and can be safely

 included in this "Recent empties" post.

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ORIGINS

GINSENG

REFRESHING EYE CREAM

This was an unplanned overseas purchase back in September 2019 and

after several weeks of using I did really enjoy this peachy tinged product, 

but I can't say that it delivered on all of the product claims and whilst 

its lightweight creamy formula felt comfortable around my eye area,

 I wouldn't recommend it for very dry skin, as I didn't find it to be overly moisturising.

Having just re-acquainted myself with this eye cream in order to use

up the last dregs I wouldn't personally re-purchase, as there are far too

many better eye creams out there.

To read my full review

HUXLEY

SECRET OF SAHARA

CREAM

GLOW AWAKENING

Truthfully this cream didn't WoW me on the glow factor front as much as

 I thought it would, but it does give the skin a dewy appearance which I liked.

I've thoroughly enjoyed applying it as part of my morning routine, as it's just 

one of those comfortable, reliable, all round everyday, well priced moisturisers

 and as my first K Beauty product I couldn't have chosen a better one and

I'm happy I dipped my toe into the Korean waters 

and I think I may be dipping more toes into the water.

I would, without hesitation recommend this cream and re-purchase 

it again myself...

To read my full review

AVÈNE

SOOTHING RADIANCE

 MASK

The Soothing Radiance Mask is a true moisture bath that leaves your skin refreshed, 

calm and comforted. Ideal for application post peels, after sunburn, 

if your skin feels tight, irritated, or just simply dehydrated and dull.

Perfect SOS product for those skins that become disturbed during travels.

This was my "go to" daily moisturiser recently 

(during the unrest here in KZN)

especially as the chemical warehouse was spewing toxic chemicals

into the air for 10 days and it just sent my, always calm, skin into "spin" 

and I found this product to absolutely deliver on all of its claims

and it helped to settle and calm my skin.

I already have a back up of this product and I cannot recommend

highly enough.

To read my full review

LUMENE

NORDIC HYDRA

24HR MOISTURISER

I do know why I hadn't fully finished this moisturiser from LUMENE,

I knew I couldn't replace it anytime soon, so I was holding onto

the remnants in the jar and having now done so, it makes me sad, as this

affordable skincare range from Finland has seriously impressed me and

this product especially.

I have completed fallen in love with this cream and it

absolutely delivers on all it promises and I would go as far to say that this

super hydrating moisturiser is one of, if not, the best hydrating products 

I have ever tried.

I wished we could buy this range here in South Africa, but sadly we can't.

To read my full review

HUXLEY SECRET OF SAHARA CREAM : GLOW AWAKENING {REVIEW}

Huxley is the first Korean skincare brand that I have ever tried any product from

and by my own admission I have and always will be a lover of European skincare, especially the French brands.

That being said I'm open to sailing into new skin care waters and Korean

Beauty has lots to offer, so this is me dipping my toe in...

Huxley is a contemporary skincare brand from South Korea. 

Their formulations respect the skin barrier with minimalist, plant-derived ingredients. 

The key ingredient found in all Huxley products is Sahara Prickly Pear Seed Oil, 

a desert cactus and real wonder of nature. 

It contains unique phytochemicals that provide intensive moisturisation 

due to its excellent ability to retain water.

Huxley products are expertly crafted with elegant and sophisticated formulations that are a pleasure to use. They are manufactured at a cutting-edge facility

 in South Korea and preserved within high-quality packaging.

All products are vegan-friendly, Dermatologically tested, hypoallergenic

and Paraben free

The Huxley Secret of Sahara Cream

 Glow Awakening

was the cream that I had heard most rave reviews about and it sounded like

a product that my skin and I would enjoy.

The Secret Sahara range has been formulated to be rich in antioxidants that moisturise and brighten dull, lack lustre, stressed skins, whilst offering 

protection from pollution and the 

Glow Awakening Cream 

appears to be the star of the show.

I found this cream to be a light-medium weight texture that not only had 

a very pleasant clean, fresh fragrance, but it also felt instantly comfortable

on the skin and applied smoothly and easily.

This cream can be used am & pm and is suitable for all skin types and I 

would imagine a more combination skin type would particularly enjoy its texture.

I've only been using mine in the morning, as I had other 

night creams on the go, but I'm about to also use both morning and evening.

I must make mention of the packaging, as it comes in

a solid glass jar, that has a more luxe feel about it than many 

creams double the price and I'm happy to say it also comes with a spatula.

The Huxley products are well priced here in South Africa and are only

available through DERMASTORE

Truthfully this cream didn't WoW me on the glow factor front as much as

 I thought it would, but it does give the skin a dewy appearance which I liked.

I've thoroughly enjoyed applying it as part of my morning routine, as it's just one

 of those comfortable, reliable, all round everyday, well priced moisturisers

 and as my first K Beauty product, I'm happy I dipped my toe into the Korean waters and I think I may be dipping more toes into the water.

I would, without hesitation recommend this cream and re-purchase 

it again myself...

HUXLEY

SECRET OF SAHARA

GLOW AWAKENING CREAM

50ml

R

590