What's Inside?

The kit includes four essential Elemis products that suit a wide range of skincare concerns:

• Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm: This iconic balm is known for melting away harsh makeup and impurities without stripping your skin of its natural oils.
• Pro-Collagen Marine Cream: A renowned anti-aging moisturizer that firms and hydrates with marine and plant-based actives.
• Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads: Exfoliating pads gently remove excess dead skin cells, making your skin smoother and more radiant.
• Superfood Facial Oil: A lightweight oil packed with nutrient-rich superfoods to nourish and brighten the skin.

My Experience.

However, it may not be suitable for those with extremely sensitive skin or certain skin conditions. When I first tried the Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, I knew it would be a staple in my routine. Its texture is like silk—thick and rich but not greasy—and it effortlessly melted away my makeup. I love that I can also use it as a quick mask when my skin feels dull or dehydrated (full review here).

The next standout for me was the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream. After a few uses, I noticed my skin felt more hydrated and plump. It absorbs quickly and layers perfectly under makeup, which is a huge plus. After consistent use, my skin looked firmer, and fine lines were less noticeable.

The Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads were a game-changer for me. Although my skin can be sensitive to exfoliants, these pads were gentle and left my skin feeling smoother after just a few uses. They brightened my complexion without irritation, making them perfect for daily use (Full review here).

Lastly, the Superfood Facial Oil added an instant glow to my skin. It's lightweight, non-greasy, and absorbs quickly, nourishing my skin without feeling heavy. It also worked wonders under my makeup, keeping my skin hydrated throughout the day.

Final Thoughts

The Elemis The It-List Kit is an exciting investment for anyone seeking visible results in their skincare routine. Each product offers unique benefits, and together, they create a transformative routine that leaves your skin feeling firm, hydrated, and glowing. It's a journey of hope for your skin's health and beauty.

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The Anti-Inflammatory Melting Face Oil

Having long suffered from Eczema and dry skin, I found the Blue Cocoon Balm more than welcome in my skincare routine. The solid facial oil is concentrated with soothing and hydrating actives that help nourish your skin back to health. From its hypnotizing blue tint to its enveloping Blue tansy formula, this face oil instantly eases emotional anxiety. It brings a sense of relief and comfort to the most sensitive skin. Suitable for all skin types, the non-occlusive, waterless, and waxless balm concentrate is May Lindstrom's #1 best-seller primary moisturizer, and when looking at the benefits, there's no question why.

Texture

If you consider your skincare routine to be an actual moment of wellness, then May Lindstrom's unique Blue Cocoon texture will have you hooked. The Blue Cocoon face oil comes in a solid format and melts when in contact with the skin. I love how the oil keeps a light texture even after melting into a concentrated fluid.

Skincare Benefits

The key benefits I have noticed are:

• Lightweight and fast-absorbing texture that instantly melts into the skin.
• Deep hydration and nourishing action.
• Strengthens the skin's natural barrier.
• Soothes redness and irritation.
• Restores comfort to dry and dehydrated skin.

The Star Ingredients

Some of the star ingredients in Blue Cocoon are:

• Camellia: May Lindstrom extracts their Camellia from the seeds of Camellia oleifera. It is a powerful antioxidant that has a large amount of nourishing fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is ideal for inflamed skin and wound healing.
• Shea butter: Deeply nourishing, this rich butter leaves your skin plump, soft, and protected.
• Cacao: High in antioxidants, Cacao blocks free radicals, which, over time, protects against damage to collagen and elastin.
• Marula oil: Did you know it contains four times as much vitamin C as an orange? This promotes the renewal of healthy skin cells.

Why Do I Use The Blue Cocoon?

I started using this solid face oil a while back and can't find anything that matches the experience. The Blue Cocoon oil transforms into a luscious fluid that has incredibly improved my skin, taking it from dry and itchy to smooth and hydrated. I use the balm on my face and apply it to my body's dryer parts. I love the light and comfortable feeling on the skin and recommend it to those with skin sensitivity. The face oil has a gentle and relaxing scent to it that allows you to take a step back from your busy lifestyle.

As the last step in my May Lindstrom skincare routine, the Blue Cocoon is better absorbed with the honey mud cleanser (review here) and the Jasmine Garden face mist (review here). Check out my entire wellness routine from May Lindstrom here.

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An elixir as rare as each of us

Today we are trying out the Rose de Mai face oil from Chanecaille. Crafted in Switzerland, the luxurious serum delivers deep hydration through a nourishing texture.

The elixir itself is 100% natural. Using the rare power of the Rose de Mai in its formula, the serum offers impressive results for all skin types. Restoring moisture and firmness to the skin reduces the appearance of fine lines.

What’s Inside?

Inside this non-greasy oil, the texture is safely preserved by natural actives. Chantecaille products are created using the highest amount of natural ingredients possible. Their products are cruelty-free.

• Rose de Mai Pure Extract: For those who have yet to discover this flower, you should know that it blooms for three weeks only during May. The Rose de Mai has exceptional anti-oxidant properties. This makes each petal extremely special and unique.
• Chilean Tree Bark: This restores an even-looking grain to your skin.
• Paracress: Targets wrinkles and improves firmness levels.
• Winged Kelp: Helping keep your skin toned day by day.

My Review

As soon as I saw the name of the oil, I knew I wanted to give it a go. The rose de Mai holds so many mysteries and brings a real luxury to this serum. When applied to the skin, the oil quickly absorbs and leaves no greasy layer on the surface. The elixir's gentle rose scent restores your moisture levels, resulting in a healthy, natural glow. I loved using this product with my foundation or moisturizer. I recommend this serum to sensitive, dehydrated skin types looking for extra comfort throughout the day. One thing I love about this serum is the pipette top. It makes it so much easier and cleaner to use the serum. You don’t need much for your everyday use but can apply it pure in a larger quantity in an evening. This will soften and smooth out your skin for the next day. This great hydrating serum can be used in addition to the Bio lifting cream +.

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Treat your skin like royalty

Treat your skin to some extra-nourishing love with the Queen oil. This highly moisturizing and nourishing treatment rescues your skin when you most need it. The oil helps prevent dryness and a loss of density. To do so, it restores the skin barrier to its healthiest version. If you suffer from dehydration, hormonal fluctuations or seasonal changes, this oil will keep your skin looking and feeling its best.

The Queen oil works on the global elements of your skin's health, helping to repair, rebuild and re-plump. With its highly smooth, glide-on feel and its gentle bergamot, jasmine and orange blossom scent. This oil instantly adds a radiant touch to your skin.

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What's Inside?

• Three sources of Omega: The Queen oil combines Alfalfa, Evening Primrose and Chia Seed Oil. Working together, they help rebuild the skin's lipid levels and lock in moisture.
• Five-Flavour Berry: promotes collagen and elastin production, which keeps the skin firm.
• Vitamins C, E, AND K: Naturally found in prickly pear and raspberry seeds, this potent antioxidant strengthens the skin's barrier.

What Does The Skin Barrier Do?

The skin barrier is essential to your skin's well-being and is the most known cause of skin problems. On the surface of our skin is an invisible shield which keeps our skin healthy. Made of oil and water, it helps lock in moisture and elasticity. An unbalanced skin can result in outbreaks, dryness and even irritations.

To keep your skin feeling its best, it is essential to respect this barrier by always keeping your skin hydrated and nourished. The rest follows by itself.

How To Use It?

To get the most out of your Queen oil, you can apply multiple drops onto the face instead of a moisturizer or use it over your skincare products. Using the oil at night is recommended as this is when the skin regenerates itself the best.

The benefits include:

• Deeply nourishes severe dryness
• soothes irritation
• prevents loss of skin density
• Repairing
• Restores oil levels
• Boosts collagen and elastin production
• Strengthens the skin's barrier

My Review

I have heard a lot about night oils and their unique benefits on our skin. So I decided to give the Queen oil a blast as it has multiple actions and restores your skin to its best self. I applied the oil pure to my face before heading off to sleep and got way better results than I expected.

My skin was so soft in the morning, and I looked rested and recharged. I enjoyed using this product as it is super easy to apply and doesn't leave you with that greasy sensation. The oil is quickly absorbed and brings immediate comfort to the skin. It gave my skin a much smoother and brighter look.

I also noticed that my skin was much clearer, meaning my small red zones were reduced, and my makeup looked so good!

I recommend Omorovicza Queen Oil to people of all ages who want to reset their skin before starting a more precise treatment.

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Skincare at its most straightforward

Do you want to improve your skin quality without all the complicated terms and techniques? The Glomance is the brand for you!

Glomance

Glomance is a skincare brand that offers its clients a range of reliable and innovative products. Using premiere ingredients to revive your inner glow, they believe that beauty also comes from within and how we feel in our skin. Glomance skincare helps you find the best skincare routine for you. With easy-to-use and indulgent textures, you get quicker and better results.

The Squeeze Gentle Daily Face Wash

This daily gel cleanser is a star at removing makeup and impurities. Rich in antioxidants, the lightweight formula has a balanced pH level. What does that mean?

The squeeze face wash is a pure delight to use. It means that whilst your skin gets a deep clean, it preserves the natural oils on the skin's surface.

Creating a medium-weight foam as you use it, the cleanser helps brighten and regulate the skin. The fresh texture awakened the skin and helped calm my red zones.

FLTR18 Brilliant Super Oil

This is the product that is going to up your skincare routine. Created using a blend of 18 curated oils, it will leave your skin feeling restored and replenished. Suitable for all skin types, the potent concentrate can be used alone or added to the cream. Get that endless golden hour feeling as you apply the oil to your skin.

The FLTR18 is a non-greasy oil rich in botanical ingredients. Applying it daily will help reduce fine lines, rehydrate, and strengthen the skin barrier. You will find well-known actives from traditional health care such as Bakuchiol, avocado oil, and watermelon oil. I feel my skin is hydrated and strengthened since I started using it.

Overnight Star Resurfacing Night Treatment

This creamy night treatment will leave you waking up with baby skin. Rich in high-potency AHAs, the overnight star acts as an exfoliator. Promoting cell turnover, hydration, and clearer skin reduces and prevents signs of ageing. Inside the cream, you will find deeply nourishing botanical extracts. Working in harmony, they target discolouration and restore an even tone.

I am a big fan of night treatments; this one didn't disappoint. It has a silky texture that is quickly absorbed. You can sleep soundly, knowing it won't leave any greasy marks on your pillows. I recommend wearing sunscreen and avoiding direct sun exposure when using this treatment, as the skin can be more sensitive to UV rays. My pores are now tighter, and the dark spot I had seems to be slowly disappearing. I love it!

The Essentials Kit

Glomance keeps on giving by proposing this trio as a bundle set. Helping you get your best skin ever and save money! This routine is ideal for those suffering from high exposition to impurities and regular build-ups. The set comprises three products to be used one after the other as an entire skin routine. The essentials kit has everything you need for a natural glow: cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish.

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Circcell

Circcell was created by a skincare junkie that had just about enough of searching for clean options. Forever travelling, Maya needed products to adapt to her lifestyle. Years later and the brand does just that. The different ranges all revolve around mother nature's gifts: nature–clays, essential oils, herbal extracts and marine-based elements.

Jacqueline's Blend

This fantastic face oil doesn't stop at simply hydrating and repairing your skin. This magical blend of botanical oils promises a natural, vegan and paraben-free formula. Created for all skin types besides oily ones.

Alongside its deeply hydrating action, it works with powerful anti-aging ingredients. This oil boosts collagen production and gives you firmer and tighter skin.

Quick and easy to use, massage five drops onto the face and smooth out with fingertips.

Tips: You can blend two face oils to form a multi-action skincare routine. If not for a natural dewy look, add 1-2 drops to the skin. This oil is also a great overnight mask!

What's Inside?

Let's look at what oils Circcell used to achieve their anti-ageing results.

• Rose essential oils: Acting as a healing agent. The rose oils help reduce redness and protect your skin. Used regularly, they leave your skin with a youthful glow.
• Jasmine essential oils: one of the more gentle oils. Jasmine oil helps calm and nourish dryer skin types. This formula helps prevent dark spots and irregular skin tones.
• Vitamin C: Largely used in the cosmetic industry, this potent vitamin doubles as an excellent antioxidant. Protecting your skin daily reduces wrinkles over time by boosting collagen production.
• Fermented olive oil: Deeply hydrating, the fermented oil forms a protective barrier on your skin. Why fermented? Well, it is said that these oils are better accepted by acne-prone skin and help preserve paraben-free products longer.

My Review

Oil is not generally a product I use in my skincare routine. Why? Like most of you, I had some “bad” experiences and didn't bother to learn how to use them. So here I am, trying out Circcell Jacqueline's Blend. First of all, let's talk about texture. The oil is preserved in a glass bottle with a pipette top. Easy to use, this helps dose the right amount of product. The oil has a smooth, fluid texture that the skin rapidly drinks up. With a very soft fragrance, the product is not the best smelling but worth the sacrifice. After using the oil for two months, I noticed my skin was getting softer daily. The few lines on my forehead had been reduced, and my skin looked healthy. The oil is perfect to use under makeup, leaving no greasy layer. This is excellent face oil.

I recommend this to people who want to prevent ageing and reduce tired, uneven skin.

Another favourite from the brand I recently reviewed is Fruition Brightening & Polishing Mask, linked here.

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