MY TOP 11 SKINCARE PRODUCTS 2022 {PART 1}

As I have done in previous years I'll be splitting this post into 2 parts.

I have 11 excellent skincare products (which is 2 less than 2021)

that are all deserving of a place on 

this 2022 list and in my opinion are worthy of a purchase.

Todays post will include 6 products and I will post part 2

which will include my next 5 skincare products very soon...

I do however highly recommend that you read my original reviews on

 each product below to find out all the product info and more on my

 thoughts and opinions.

I normally begin with cleansers, yet this has to be the first time that

 cleansers have not appeared on my list

and that's not due to me not reviewing any good ones, as I did, but

I only take my absolute favourite skincare products across the board

and the items below came out above any of those reviewed cleansing

products.

  Eye Treatments are up first, as it's one of my favourite

categories, as I started using back in my late teens/early 20's

 and they've always been present in my daily skincare regime.

These three, I rate highly and are all different in regards to

their function and vary in prices.

STRIVECTIN  

ANTI-WRINKLE 

INTENSIVE EYE CONCENTRATE PLUS

I've loved using this eye cream 

It's fast-absorbing, lightweight, and layerable plus fragrance-free.

It's been a perfect twice daily eye cream and whilst results from

eye creams can take some time to be noticeable, if at all, I personally

experienced an improvement over the last seven and half months of use,

especially in the smoothness and firmness of the skin under the eye

 and an improvement in the depth of the 2 lines between my brows.

Now it didn't happen within 5 Days as they claim, but perhaps if

the eye area had been very neglected, I can only imagine how quick

you could see an improvement.

It provided me with enough moisturization and hydration and I loved

 the needle point nozzle that really allows for complete control 

 of the amount you dispense, making this eye cream very cost effective, 

especially as it's on the pricey side.

Full Review

CLARINS

TOTAL 

EYE CONTOUR GEL

Using this eye product again after so many years has been a real

trip down a "Beauty Memory Lane".

It was the first treatment eye product I ever used at the tender age of

 around 19 or 20.

I was happy to see that the products features and benefits had

remained basically the same as this cooling, non-oily eye gel is still 

formulated to minimise the look of puffiness and dark circles.

I'm so glad I've re-discovered the blue eye gel or should

I say the current version, as it's just as refreshing, cooling and de-puffing

as I remember and a product I would highly recommend and one

that I mustn't forget about again....

Full Review

Skin Proud

 Icicle Cooling Eye Serum Stick

Featuring a five-part hyaluronic acid complex, this instantly cooling balm

 freshens and tightens, whilst helping to lock in hydration for healthy

 under eyes.

 The unique balm-like texture can be used on bare skin or added 

over make up for an instant pick me up when your eyes are feeling tired.

Now this product hasn't replaced any of my current eye treatments,

 but it's rather a welcome extra addition.

(I must be on my 3rd or 4th one)

If you are a "first timer" with an eye product, then this is a great one.

I personally find it so easy to just pick up and apply

several times a day, as I adore the packaging, the swipe around the

eye application and its instantly cooling effect.

Full Review

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Next are Serums and I have three on my "tops" list and I have absolutely

 loved using them all, 

so whether you are looking to introduce a serum into your routine or

take your serum intensity up a notch or two, I found all to be excellent.

ELEMIS

PRO-COLLAGEN

RENEWAL SERUM

In my eyes ELEMIS can do no wrong, as I have yet to use one of their

products that I didn't like or enjoy.

The Pro-Collagen Renewal Serum is a rejuvenating and firming serum 

that encourages renewal without any retinol.

It could not have been any easier to incorporate into my existing  

daily skincare regime.

In a "Beauty Nutshell" it's an effective, easy to use, lightweight

 Retinol Alternative Facial Concentrate that can be used by all skin types.

If you’re after youthful and plump skin without any of the side effects

from Retinol products like dryness, redness or irritation, 

look no further, I’ve found the one.

Full Review

BIOLUMIN-C SERUM

BRIGHTENING VITAMIN C SERUM

This is a High-performance serum that enhances the skin’s 

natural defence system to brighten, firm and help dramatically reduce

 the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

I noticed fairly quickly how much more radiant my skin was and 

with time the texture of my skin appeared smoother.

I have thoroughly enjoyed using this Vitamin C Serum and would highly 

recommend checking it out if you looking to introduce one into your

daily routine, it's well worth the splurge...

Full Review

DERMALOGICA 

NECK FIT CONTOUR SERUM 

Here is another Dermalogica serum, but this time its a

specific treatment for the neck.

This firming serum is a skin care workout for your neck and décolleté. 

With the help of the roller applicator, this product trains the neck to

 be tighter, smoother, more toned and contoured. 

Flex Lift Contour Technology acts like an invisible mesh to immediately

 tighten skin. 

Plant-based science and a novel tripeptide ​deliver Retinol-like results,

 visibly smoothing, firming and toning skin. 

This product has been one of my "Beautiful" finds during 2022 

and I have been absolutely loving this product since I started using

it at the beginning of November.

(I still have plenty left in my 50ml tube, so the cost per application

 is proving to be pretty good)

This product is a definite keeper, as I have been super impressed with 

the visible results and would highly recommend if, like me, you feel 

that its time to focus on your neck area.

Full Review

Let me know in the comments below if you agree or disagree

with any of my selection above...

STRIVECTIN SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT VITAMIN C SERUM #TBT REVIEW

I find it hard to believe that it's a year ago when I reviewed

this product and wrote my findings below.

This serum is also an Award winning product now and deservedly so.

Strivectin is available exclusively in South Africa at Metro Cosmetics

and they currently have a 20% off site wide and in store.

Use Promo Code

METRO20

This promo runs from today until midnight on Monday 31st October 2022

I think I will influence myself here and place an order.

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When incorporating Vitamin C and Retinol products into our daily skincare

 routine we've always been advised to use a Vitamin C in the morning,

 whilst keeping the application of any Retinol products for evening use,

 due to various incompatibilities, however we finally have a product from

 the prestige USA skincare brand StriVectin which incorporates these

2 powerhouses of anti-ageing into one serum.

STRIVECTIN 

SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT 

VITAMIN C SERUM

Together at last:

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

 join forces in one supercharged, lightweight serum. 

This ultimate collaboration is a skincare science breakthrough featuring

 two forms of stabilised :

Vitamin C + Acerola Cherry Extract

 to restore clarity and brighten dull, tired skin.

 Retinol 

smooths rough texture and fine lines all while helping to neutralize

 the effects of free radicals to skin. 

All of the above are amplified by NIA-114™, StriVectins proprietary form

 of Niacin, to strengthen the skin barrier for a renewed, glowing complexion.

Formulated to:

 Restore radiance and clarity to dull skin.

Smooth away fine lines and uneven texture​.

Visibly firm and improve elasticity.

How To Use:

1.

Shake well

2.

Apply 1/2 drops to clean face in the morning and evening

3.

Follow with moisturiser and also a sunscreen during the day

I feel like I have been using this serum for an absolute age, 

which just goes to show, how little one needs to cover the face and neck.

(I did have a 2 week break from using twice daily during the unrest

 back in July).

The pipette dropper allows complete control of the amount you dispense,

with no wastage and that always pleases me.

I found the formula of this lightweight serum, unlike many Vitamin C serums, 

to absorb quickly without being tacky or leaving a sticky residue, 

making it ideal to layer under moisturiser or makeup.

It was such an easy product to incorporate into my daily skincare regime

and I soon noticed a difference in my skin (around 4-5 weeks). 

The most noticeable improvement was in the brightness and the radiance

 of my skin, whilst over the weeks I could most definitely see a softening

of the lines across my forehead.

As you can tell I highly recommend this serum, as it's easy to apply, 

it's 2 serums in one and most of all it works and is a great product

as an introduction to the wonders of Vitamin C and Retinol... 

STRIVECTIN 

SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT 

VITAMIN C SERUM

30ml

R

1850

£

62

$

72

StriVectin is available in South Africa at

 Metro Cosmetics

STRIVECTIN ANTI-WRINKLE INTENSIVE EYE CONCENTRATE PLUS {REVIEW}

I have a backstory to getting my hands on this 

StriVectin

Anti-Wrinkle

Intensive Eye Concentrate Plus

It was one of the reasons I bought the Harpers Bazaar Beauty Edit Box

back in 2019, YES! the one that stayed with my London "Kiddiewink" and

cosmetic mule till December 2021...thanks COVID.

Still within its expiry I included this in my routine at the beginning of 

December 2021.

I am a true believer in the use of eye products from your early 20's, as

that's what I have practised and I wouldn't have done it any other way.

What began with a morning application of the Clarins Eye Gel, 

way back in the early 80's then I progressed to using an eye treatment

both AM & PM and with age the products became more active, yet one

thing has remained constant and that's the daily application and in 

that regard  I have never faltered and today the skin around my eye,

 I think, is in a good condition for my age.

Yes I have lines and wrinkles, but thankfully they're fairly fine and no

deep wrinkles to speak of, so for me, eye treatment products are a

necessity and are a "non negotiable" step in my skincare regime. 

I have included the StriVectin intro video that explains perfectly the ethos

of this US brand.

I've also reviewed several StriVectin products, so if you would like to read 

those reviews, I have included the Pink Link at the bottom of this page.

Back to the eye cream review 

StriVectin claim:

Results Without the Wait Intensively reduces the appearance of crow's feet, 

under-eye lines, and "eleven" frown lines between the brows

Diminishes the appearance of dark circles

Helps alleviate puffiness

Neutralises the visible effects of blue light.

Strivectin's Cult Favourite #1 wrinkle-smoothing eye cream, has been 

clinically proven to reduce the look of all types of lines around the eyes,

 starting in just five days*. 

Expertly formulated to deliver results all around the eyes, even on those

 stubborn eleven lines between brows, reducing the look of crow’s feet, 

under-eye lines, puffiness and dark circles. 

Ingredients include:

Horse Chestnut Flower Extract 

Helps target collagen to reduce the appearance of all types of wrinkles in 

the eye area.

Arctic Marine Ferment

Sourced from deep in the Arctic Ocean to help restore hydration, 

smooth the appearace of wrinkles, and protect skin from the visible 

effects of blue light.

Micro-Algae Extract

Antioxidant-rich micro-algae that thrives in harsh environmental conditions

 helps reduce the appearance of puffiness

Did this Eye Cream work?

My answer is a simple word and it's a YES

I've loved using this eye cream 

It's fast-absorbing, lightweight, and layerable plus fragrance-free.

It's been a perfect twice daily eye cream and whilst results from

eye creams can take some time to be noticeable, if at all, I personally

experienced an improvement over the last seven and half months of use,

especially in the smoothness and firmness of the skin under the eye

 and an improvement in the depth of the 2 lines between my brows.

Now it didn't happen within 5 Days as they claim, but perhaps if

the eye area had been very neglected, I can only imagine how quick

you could see an improvement.

It provided me with enough moisturisation and hydration and I loved

 the needle point nozzle that really allows for complete control 

 of the amount you dispense, making this eye cream very cost effective, 

I haven't even finished my

30ml tube yet.

What more can I say...

StriVectin have delivered again.

STRIVECTIN  

ANTI-WRINKLE 

INTENSIVE EYE CONCENTRATE PLUS

30ml

 

R

1650

$

69

£

58

StriVectin is available in South Africa

Metro Cosmetics

I have reviewed several StriVectin products, so if you would like to read 

those then click Here

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {DECEMBER 2021}

Hello to the last "Currently Under Review" post of 2021

and as in previous years, the time from September to the beginning

of December has just flown by and this year has been no different.

Today I have 4 products that will be under review during December 

and beyond.

I have an eye cream that I'm really expecting great results from,

no pressure StriVectin, another of the Clarins Bath & Shower Concentrates

and finally two newly launched hair products from INOAR.

L-R

STRIVECTIN

ANTI WRINKLE

INTENSIVE CONCENTRATE

PLUS

I recently unboxed a beauty edit box (over on IG) from Harpers Bazaar 

and I've been waiting to get my hands on this box of skincare goodies

 for over a year and yesterday was that day.

This was one of the products that enticed me to purchase the box.

Expertly formulated to deliver results all around the eyes, even on stubborn

 eleven lines between brows, reducing the look of crow’s feet, 

under-eye lines, puffiness and dark circles.

CLARINS

TONIC 

BATH & SHOWER GEL

CONCENTRATE

I'm currently re-visting the Clarins bath products and last month I 

posted a review on the same product but in the RELAX version

Relax Bath & Shower Concentrate

Both of the Relax & Tonic versions were around from the beginning of

Clarins and over the years they have both been tweaked and I

loved them both way back then and I'm hoping I enjoy the Tonic

as much as I did the Relax.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

INOAR

+AMOR -SODIO

SHAMPOO AND TREATMENT MASK

INOAR has just launched the +Amor -Sodio, a revolutionary range of a 

sulphate free products and I was kindly sent both products to review for you.

 This combination substitutes sodium and cleanses the scalp, providing a more healthier, soft, shiny and loose hair.

 It works particularly well on all DRY hair types, including chemically treated

 and curly hair types.

* REVIEW NOW POSTED *

 

STRIVECTIN SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN AND CORRECT VITAMIN C SERUM {REVIEW}

When incorporating Vitamin C and Retinol products into our daily skincare

 routine we've always been advised to use a Vitamin C in the morning,

 whilst keeping the application of any Retinol products for evening use,

 due to various incompatibilities, however we finally have a product from

 the prestige USA skincare brand StriVectin which incorporates these

2 powerhouses of anti-ageing into one serum.

STRIVECTIN 

SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT 

VITAMIN C SERUM

Together at last:

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

 join forces in one supercharged, lightweight serum. 

This ultimate collaboration is a skincare science breakthrough featuring

 two forms of stabilised :

Vitamin C + Acerola Cherry Extract

 to restore clarity and brighten dull, tired skin.

 Retinol 

smooths rough texture and fine lines all while helping to neutralize

 the effects of free radicals to skin. 

All of the above are amplified by NIA-114™, StriVectins proprietary form

 of Niacin, to strengthen the skin barrier for a renewed, glowing complexion.

Formulated to:

 Restore radiance and clarity to dull skin.

Smooth away fine lines and uneven texture​.

Visibly firm and improve elasticity.

How To Use:

1.

Shake well

2.

Apply 1/2 drops to clean face in the morning and evening

3.

Follow with moisturiser and also a sunscreen during the day

I feel like I have been using this serum for an absolute age, 

which just goes to show, how little one needs to cover the face and neck.

(I did have a 2 week break from using twice daily during the unrest

 back in July).

The pipette dropper allows complete control of the amount you dispense,

with no wastage and that always pleases me.

I found the formula of this lightweight serum, unlike many Vitamin C serums, 

to absorb quickly without being tacky or leaving a sticky residue, 

making it ideal to layer under moisturiser or makeup.

It was such an easy product to incorporate into my daily skincare regime

and I soon noticed a difference in my skin (around 4-5 weeks). 

The most noticeable improvement was in the brightness and the radiance

 of my skin, whilst over the weeks I could most definitely see a softening

of the lines across my forehead.

As you can tell I highly recommend this serum, as it's easy to apply, 

it's 2 serums in one and most of all it works and is a great product

as an introduction to the wonders of Vitamin C and Retinol... 

STRIVECTIN 

SUPER-C RETINOL BRIGHTEN & CORRECT 

VITAMIN C SERUM

30ml

R

1850

£

62

$

72

StriVectin is available in South Africa at

 Metro Cosmetics