Friday, October 7, 2011

Trevarno Organic Eye Cream Reviews

Review of Trevarno Organic Eye Cream
Louise M.


Packaging: Trevarno Organic Eye Cream comes in a lilac frosted glass with an aluminium screw cap. It is a compact little size and feels sturdy and chic. I wouldn’t have any qualms about displaying it on the dressing table or any concerns about packing it in a wash kit for travel. The only downside for this format of packaging is that unlike a pump dispenser you have to keep dipping your fingers in and out of the same jar. It is nothing that isn’t easily overcome by using a cotton bud to scrape some of the cream from the jar, or even just making sure you have clean fingers!

Application: The texture of the Trevarno organic eye cream is at once creamy and light. It is thicker than other eye creams I have tried, but it sinks in quickly and doesn’t feel tacky or heavy around the delicate eye area. It feels really moisturising, and has a delicious like rose scent which also makes it feel very luxurious.

Ingredients: The Trevarno organic eye cream contains a number of ingredients whose moisturising and refreshing properties are well established. The lovely floral smell is probably due to the rose water, but the real wonder ingredients are the blends of oils: evening primrose, olive, almond together with beeswax and cocoa butter. In addition to all of that good stuff, the ingredients in Trevarno organic eye cream are all organic and many of them grown on the Trevarno Estate in Cornwall where the cream is made. Local, organic and effective ingredients - what more could you ask for!

Results: I am not yet in my 30s and the delicate eye area is not one to which I pay much attention. This Trevarno eye cream could persuade me otherwise though. It smells and feels so lovely that I can’t help but feel that it must be doing me good and I found myself looking forward to patting it on each evening. It would be a great addition to a preventative skincare regime for younger women, and for those who eye area needs a little extra attention then this cream would be a wonderful place to start.


Pros:
• It looks, smells and feel like a very expensive product
• The UK production and organic ingredients make it a really ethical choice
• It manages to combine light and refreshing properties with deep moisturisation – a difficult trick which it pulls off beautifully


Cons:

• The glass jar could benefit from a little spatula, or even a pump dispenser instead

Trevarno Organic Eye Cream (£8.75) and other Trevarno products are available at naturisimo.com

Friday, August 12, 2011

Luzern Laboratories O2 Facial Mask Reviews

Luzern Laboratories O2 Facial Mask Review

by Beverley S.

Ingredients: Luzern O2 Facial Mask is dense with coQ10 and oxygen with the serum using a stable form of vitamin C. There are too many ingredients to list but the list is available online at Naturisimo after reading the list for the mask and serum I realised just how packed it is with high quality ingredients!

Packaging: Full boxed set comprises of x3 21ml tubes of cream mask plus 3ml V12 serum

Application/Comments: I didn't receive the LuzernV12 serum with the Luzern O2 mask which I feel is an important part as the cream is very dense therefore wasn't easy to apply. I had drops of another serum which I used in the same way as the V12 which made the cream easier to apply. I was surprised at how thick the mask was without the serum but still tried it on its own to help me review with both methods. It was a little uncomfortable as it dried quickly. The mask was a bit tingly to start but not overly uncomfortable. It was extremely rich and when removed my face looked bright, felt supple and fresh. The tone of my skin looked even and this was without the full concentrate of the serum (15% vitamin C) I feel the effect was noticeable and would gradually improve if following Luzern Lab's advice to use twice a week. (£70) to add to the with the

I found it easier to apply with the addition of a serum although I could have used more drops if I had the Serum V12 I didn't want to use too much of a serum which wasn't from part of Luzern Laboratories to hinder any efficiency.

Results: With one tube to test I feel I still had results which would be improved on with the addition of V12 serum. I have never used as dense a mask yet after removing with two facial sponges my skin wasn't oily or left feeling heavy. It was a different mask from any I have tried in the past. I would try Luzern labs mask again especially with the correct serum. I tested the mask when my health and energy levels were low and still feel I had results.

Pros:, My skin felt an improvement

I could become addicted to this mask as my skin felt treated!

Individual tubes excellent to keep product fresh until needed

As described 'Deeply' nourishing - I kept looking in the mirror as my skin tone was so even.

Cons: Very dense cream which I found very difficult to squeeze out of the tube, it required a lot of effort!

A little uncomfortable possibly because my skin is fine although I knew it was working and didn't have any redness after I removed it.

Instructions not on tube therefore I was unsure about how much I should be using.

The Luzern 02 Facial Mask (£54) and Luzern Laboratories are available from Naturisimo.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Living Nature Rescue Gel Reviews

Review of Living Nature Rescue Gel
Caroline S

Packaging: Living Nature Manuka Honey Rescue Gel is packaged in the simple yet stylish Living Nature colours of cream and black, this product comes in a flip-lid bottle which is sturdy yet soft enough to squeeze when dispensing gel. The flip-lid design allows for the hygienic dispensing of product and seals out excess moisture from steam in bathrooms.

Application: Although described as a gel, this Rescue Gel is a slightly runnier and more liquid formulation than you might expect. As a result of this, when I initially tried the gel, I ended up accidentally squeezing a huge blob of it all over my hand. It appeared to be of an almost liquid face wash consistency and it spread very easily across my skin. Whilst initially I thought “how am I going to get this to stay in place on my face?” I was then shocked at how quickly it dried into a gel and finally a clear, transparent sheet over my skin.
One of the first things that you notice about this product is the smell. If you are familiar with other Living Nature then it will be familiar to you, however for first time users of the brand, it may initially come as a shock. The scent is very, very strong. It doesn’t have a sweet-honey smell as you may expect but rather an earthy herbal scent. Personally I find it a refreshing, natural and healthy smell but I accept that it might not be for everybody. It does linger for a long time – but I always take that to mean that my skin is getting a long and continuous dose of goodness!
I tested out the gel on a patch of mild sunburn on my nose and a couple of hormonal pimples on my chin. The spots were large, red and angry and the gel was extremely easy to apply without irritating the skin even more. I dabbed a blob of gel onto each spot with the tip of a clean, dry finger (although you could use a cotton bud) and because of the fairly liquid consistency, it flowed over the contours of the spot and settled where it should without any need to rub or poke. The gel sets very quickly, leaving your skin matte and smooth with no trace of the product apart from the scent. Applying it over my nose, I was relieved to see that it didn’t sink into my open pores and make them more visible. It gave an instant cooling and soothing effect on my sunburn whilst also providing a moisturizing and protective layer over the skin. Once on, you can’t feel it at all. There is no heaviness or stickiness – the only feeling that remains is a gentle cooling sensation, which is absolutely lovely on sore or irritated areas.
It also has great staying power. I am a restless sleeper and my face rubs against my pillow and my hair in the night – yet I found that the Rescue Gel was still in place on my skin when I woke up in the morning, having applied it at bedtime the previous night.

Ingredients: The hero ingredient, Manuka honey, has strong anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is up to 33 times stronger than Tea Tree essential oil in killing certain strains of bacteria and also protects the skin at the same time. It helps to clear away dead skin cells whilst healing and locking moisture in to new skin. New Zealand Flax Gel reduces redness and inflammation, soothes and hydrates, in addition to its own antibacterial properties. Tea tree oil and grapefruit seed extract are also known for their anti-bacterial properties, whilst vitamin E is necessary for the skin to heal and renew.
water, manuka honey, manuka oil, sclerotium gum, grapefruit seed extract, New Zealand flax gel, vitamin E, xanthan gum, tea tree oil

Results: Although I have used other Living Nature products over the years, this is the first time I have ever tried manuka honey as a spot treatment. I usually stick to a treatment of witch hazel and tea tree oil but have found recently that it is too drying on my skin, so finding Living Nature Rescue Gel was a revelation. It is incredibly soothing – on my spots and sunburn it took away the tightness and itchiness that I normally experience around inflamed areas of skin. It also calmed the redness in my spots far more quickly that I expected. The core of the spot itself probably stayed for around the same length of time as it usually would BUT the difference is that it didn’t look as if it was there. So, in terms of visibility on the face, I certainly appeared to get rid of my spots much faster.
I will certainly use it in the future on any sore, chafed areas of skin or on heat rashes as well as sunburn and spots.

Pros
Instant cooling sensation
Very soothing on irritated skin
Reduces inflammation
Invisible and matte on skin
Applies beautifully without the need to rub
Dries almost instantly
Long-lasting
Economical as you only need to use a little

Cons
If you can’t get used to the distinctive smell of Living Nature products, you will find them incredibly difficult to use as the scent is strong and it lasts for a long time

Living Nature Rescue Gel (£10) and Living Nature Products are available at naturisimo.com

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Natural Being Night Cream Reviews

Natural Being Manuka Honey Night Cream

By Zainab C

Packaging: Natural Being Manuka Honey Night Cream comes in a tube which is practical as it reduces product wastage. It doesn’t specify if the packaging is made from recycled materials but it is recyclable. The design is minimal and neutral stating the brand, how to use and store the product. The ingredients aren’t listed on the actual tube.

Application: The cream goes on well but needs rubbing in as it isn’t absorbed into the skin very quickly. The cream also has a very strange smell to begin with but this disappears once it’s on the skin. My skin felt well nourished, smooth and moisturised straight after applying the cream. I found that the product seemed to get used up quickly even though I only used a small amount each night.

Ingredients: There are many luxurious ingredients in this cream including shea butter, manuka honey and carrot oil. Natural Being uses Manuka Honey throughout the brand. The product is BDIH certified, so has mostly natural ingredients.

Results: My skin was left feeling clearer, nourished and less red when I woke up in the morning. It also looked calmer and less blotchy

Pros:

Skin is left clearer and nourished and calmer

There are great natural ingredients

The packaging is practical and recyclable

Cons:

The product has a strange smell

The cream has to be worked into the skin which takes a while

The product was used up quickly even though a small amount was used each day – you would probably have to re-purchase after 2-3 months of use

Natural Being Manuka Honey Night Cream (£8.50) and Natural Being Products are available at naturisimo.com


Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion Reviews

Review of Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion
By Sue B.

Packaging: Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion is available in a 30ml opaque glass pump action bottle. The black text is clear and in a readable font. There is a lot of information on the bottle including Barefoot Botanicals postal address, web address and phone number. A best before date is found on the bottom of the bottle.

Application: This Face Lotion is light, quickly absorbed and smells fresh leaving no greasy residue. I assume there are application directions on or in the box, as there are none on the bottle itself other than stating that it is a day cream. It is suitable for all skin types, young and mature.
Ingredients: The literature states that Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion is made from 100% ethically-sourced ingredients with no chemical nasties are all Barefoot Botanical Products is suitable for vegans and is cruelty free. The Rosa Fina range uses several herbal extracts including rosa mosqueta oil, which is reputed to dramatically reduce wrinkles, stretch marks and scar tissue - leaving your skin plumped, smoothed and younger looking.

Results: I have experienced a slight tingling when I applied this Face lotion to my forehead, but it disappeared within a minute and caused no other problems. I am fortunate to have only fine lines and I am frequently complimented on how young I look, so this lotion certainly gets the thumbs up from me as I hope to continue getting those morale boosting compliments. There is no greasy residue from Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion, so it is great for during the warmer weather and for applying under make up. At £23.95p I feel Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion is good value for money.
Just a couple of pumps of Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face lotion are required for your daily moisturising.
I’ll be interested to see if the pump tube goes all the way to the bottom of the bottle as many don’t and you’re left with some product that you can’t get out – such a waste.

Pros:
Good value for money.
No greasy residue.
Dispensing is very easy with the pump.
Suitable for all skin types and ages.
All ingredients are natural.
Cons:
Not organic – which is always my first choice.
Did cause some initial tingling.


Barefoot Botanicals Rosa Fina Face Lotion (£22.95) and Barefoot Botanicals is available at naturismo.com

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Caudalie Vinexpert Night Infusion Cream Reviews

Review of Caudalie Vinexpert Night Infusion Cream
By Nicky B.

Packaging: Caudalie Vinexpert Night Infusion Cream comes in a stylish Plastic silver tube with a screw lid.

Application: This night cream has a very light fresh feel which is absorbed quickly into the skin without leaving any sign of a greasy residue.
Ingredients: This cream contains a patented substance called ‘Resveratrol’ (from the grape vine) which is said to have anti-ageing properties and is in all Caudalie products (it was an anti-ageing award winner in the Beauty Bible). It also contains antioxidant grape-seed, borage and evening primrose oils. Sage, thyme and peppermint are included to give the skin vitality and radiance. Lime blossom, orange blossom and verbena give the cream a gorgeous fresh springtime fragrance.
Results: My skin felt soft and cared for on application and in the morning my skin was rejuvenated and smooth. I love this cream as it firms up my skin but at the same time makes it feel really well moisturized and supple, something which I rarely find in a night cream. I have slightly dry skin and this cream was perfect.

Pros:
Vegetarian
Free from toxins e.g. petrochemicals and parabens
Not tested on animals
No artificial colours
No mineral oils
Non-comedogenic (i.e. not pore blocking)
Cons:
None - this is a great night cream which does what it says

Caudalie Vinexpert Night Infusion Cream (£27.50) and Caudalie Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Living Nature Rescue Gel Reviews

Review of Living Nature Manuka Honey Rescue Gel
Sandra C.

Packaging: Living Nature Manuka Honey Rescue Gel for treating spots. The packaging material is recyclable and it is a hemispheric plastic tube. The design is quite pretty and modern with the natural beige colour. However, I really hate the opening of the tube. It is a tiny rectangular hole which after you squeeze the tube; the gel that is left near the opening hardens and keeps blocking it. I have to use a skewer to unblock it.

Scent: Scent is unpleasant; it has a strong herbal smell which reminds me of the stuff that old ladies use. I think it’s mainly because of the Manuka Honey in it as do all Living Nature Products.

Ingredients: The ingredients in this spots treatment gel are quite mild. Unlike many spots treatment products which uses chemicals like salicylic acid (can cause irritation and burning), Benzoyl peroxide (can cause dryness and flaky skin) and sulphur; Manuka Honey is famous for its natural antibacterial and anti inflammatory properties to treat spots effectively. There are no harsh preservatives or fragrance either.

Result: I rarely have spots as my skin tends to be very dry so I cannot really test if this spots treatment gel is effective on acne prone skin. However, when the weather starts getting warmer, my skin does have some reaction. There were tiny whiteheads in my forehead when I was a bit stressful, I applied some of the Rescue Gel on the area and the whiteheads were calmed down. Not only that this gel can treat spots, I found that it also helps to soothe allergy to my skin. I noticed a reaction on my chin one morning; I thought I might give the gel a go and apply some on it. In the afternoon, the spot was much smaller and didn’t look as red as before. I think for a 50ml of spot treatment that soothes minor skin allergy, this natural spots treatment gel is a good alternative.

Pros:

Does its job in treating small spots.

Not drying.

Full of natural ingredients that are proved to be antibacterial.

Cons:

Smell is awful.

Gel always get blocked in the opening of the packaging.

Living Nature Manuka Honey Rescue Gel (£10) and Living Nature Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com


Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel Reviews

Review of Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel By Kelly B Packaging: Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel comes in recyclable white plastic tube with a screw top lid. It is a simple basic design. A flip top would be more convenient. Application: The texture of the Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel is a light weight gel. It glides onto the skin easily and soaks in very quickly leaving almost no trace. It has a cooling effect as it dries. Skin feels like it tightens as the product dries. The fragrance reminded me of my eco washing up liquid so I wasn’t impressed with the scent for a face product. It states on the tube ‘Try me! I have a new scent’ so I dread to think what the previous scent was like. After the product absorbed my skin felt smoother and tighter to the touch. Then unfortunately my skin began to tingle and itch and feel very uncomfortable. At first I thought it was just the toning action of the gel. However about 3 minutes later my face began to feel so hot and uncomfortable that I was forced to wash it off. As I was rinsing my face it continued to burn. I am so glad I removed it so quickly as even after such a short time my face was completely bright red, boiling hot and inflamed it looked like horrific sun burn. Thank goodness I checked online before applying it as online it states to avoid the eye area (advice not given on the tube) as I dread to think what it would have done to this delicate area. So my face was bright red except for around my eye area. I looked like I had been wearing ski goggles and had horrific sunburn on the rest of my face. I was in such pain I immediately applied witch hazel which I had to keep applying for the next 4 hours as it took this length of time for the redness and inflammation to reduce. Approximately 5 hours after initial application I was able to apply aloe Vera gel before going to bed. When I got up the next morning the redness had gone but my face still felt sensitive. For me this experience underlines the importance to always patch test when using new products (even natural ones!). I do have sensitive skin but I confess I never patch test however this is the first such problem I have encountered. This was scary and very painful so I will always patch test in future. The best places to patch test are to apply a little product to the inside of the elbow or behind the ear and wait 24 hours. I think it would be a good idea even if a product passes this test to apply to only a small portion of your face first to check for a reaction. For those with sensitive skin based on my bad experience with Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel I would advise to completely avoid this product. To be honest I would not recommend that anyone try Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel as the negative reaction was so severe and so fast. Ingredients: Natural Being Products are BDIH certified and its entire range including Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel is based on New Zealand’s active Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil. Active Manuka Honey is known to be intensely hydrating and soothing and to stimulate cell renewal. Manuka oil is anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory. It also contains jojoba seed oil which is known to be hydrating and non greasy. Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel has natural preservatives and is paraben free. This Manuka Toning Gel has very few ingredients so I feel the problem I encountered may be that the Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil are perhaps too concentrated. I normally love products that contain honey. I adore the Comvita Huni range and these products never give me a reaction and give an amazing soothing glow. Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel on the other hand was so harsh. Since Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel is quite cheap at only £4.99 I am thinking that maybe the quality of the ingredients could be reflected by the price. Although the ingredients sound impressive my bad experience showed otherwise. Results: Although Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel absorbed well and seemed to give skin a smooth tightened effect. This only lasted a few minutes before the horrendous inflamed red and painful burning sensation began. Even after washing it off so quickly (within 5 minutes, possibly less) the red skin and burning sensation took more than 5 hours to subside and overnight to go completely. I strongly recommend those with sensitive skin against trying Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel. For the brave who still fancy trying it I recommend patch testing first. Pros I find it hard to write any pros as my severe bad reaction was so painful. However although for me it has no pros I will list the pros I felt in the few minutes before the reaction began. Light fluid texture easy to apply Rapid drying Makes skin soft and tight initially Paraben free No animal testing Cons The fragrance is very similar to my eco washing up liquid Starts to burn face after only a few minutes Makes skin itch So uncomfortable it has to be washed off very quickly Makes skin bright red with painful burning sensation Takes more than 5 hours for intense redness and burning to begin to subside Does not state on tube to avoid eye area and as the product is so harsh this is very important information Natural Being Manuka Toning Gel (£4.99) and Natural Being Products are available at naturisimo.com

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Nude Cleansing Facial Oil Reviews

Review of Nude Cleansing Facial Oil
By Sue B.


Packaging: Nude Cleansing Facial Oil is available in a 100ml rectangular plastic bottle with a pump dispenser; I tested a 30ml sample size. The Nude logo is on the front of the bottle along with the name of the product. The text is dark grey on a light mauve bottle which is a good contrast and can be read easily. Application instructions are on the reverse of the bottle. There is a small sticker on the bottom of the sample bottle which has the postal and website address for Nude Skincare. There is also a symbol stating that the plastic bottle can be recycled.


Application: The light oil is quickly warmed in your hands and applied to a dry face, then formed into a light milk by adding a small amount of water. After massaging the face, rinse off. There is a mild scent to the oil.

Ingredients: Omega 3 and Vitamin E are the only
ingredients listed on the bottle but, looking on the website, the oil consists of a blend of soybean, vegetable and olive oil with essential oils too. The ingredients are not organic but natural, with high performing anti-ageing results which are in all Nude Skincare Products. Nude Cleansing Facial Oil has a shelf life of six months after opening.

Results: I was a bit sceptical of using the Cleansing Facial Oil to cleanse my face as I usually prefer a face wash and water. I thought it would leave my skin feeling greasy but I found Nude Cleansing Facial Oil left my skin feeling moisturised and soft, unlike my usual face wash, which tends to leave it gasping for moisturiser. I will definitely consider changing to Nude Cleansing Facial Oil as it reports to have anti-ageing benefits which my dehydrated skin is in need of. I’m not sure if I like the smell though.

Pros:
Nude Cleansing Facial Oil is a UK brand which has a sustainable, ethical and carbon neutral ethos, therefore the bottle is recyclable.
Nude Cleansing Facial Oil is much less drying to the skin than a face wash and water. It corrects the signs of ageing while also hydrating and softening it.


Cons:
It isn’t organic – my first choice when buying skin care products.
The only information on the bottle was regarding application – I would’ve preferred a list of ingredients too.


Nude Cleansing Facial Oil (£24.00) and Nude Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Caudalie Vinexpert Firming Serum Reviews

Caudalie Vinexpert Firming Serum
By Kath Allen

Packaging: Caudalie Vinexpert Firming Serum comes in an attractive metallic silver applicator bottle with a frosted plastic lid to keep it clean and protected. The bottle has a subtle picture of grapes embossed onto it and the overall effect is sophisticated. The bottle has a pump action applicator which is fast and easy to use.

Ingredients: The serum contains natural ingredients such as, fern, ceramides 3, rose, soy, , red vine ginseng and grape which is used in mostly all Caudalie Products, creating a powerful antioxidant and anti-wrinkle serum. I have enjoyed using it and been amazed by the fast effects, although the patch of soreness is still a concern.

Result: The serum itself is very light and fluid and I thought it might not be effective as it was so runny. At first it feels quite sticky but then disappears, giving an instant feeling of tightening to the skin. The effect is fast and not necessarily a soothing, moisturizing experience! Nonetheless I noticed a reduction in fine lines very quickly and a definite plummeting out of the skin. The scent is flowery and slightly alcoholic, a delicate aroma and not at all over powering. The only worry I had is that a small patch of redness on my cheek was not calmed by the serum and seems to have been made more noticeable since using it. It may be better to alternate the serum with another product to avoid overexposure to the anti-aging ingredients! The instructions are to apply the serum morning and evening to your face and neck, before your moisturiser.

Pros: A feeling of tightening and eradication of fine lines
Very fast effect Pleasant
Delicate scent

Cons: Feels quite sticky and runny at first
May aggravate delicate skin
Quite expensive!

Caudalie Vinexpert Firming Serum (£36.50) and Caudalie Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Juice Beauty Green Repair Moisturizer Reviews

Review of Juice Beauty Green Repair Moisturizer
By Gill M

Packaging: This full size (50ml) moisturiser comes in a transparent plastic pump jar in a cardboard box made from 100% recycled fibre. The box is mostly white with dark grey and black text and a green “juice Beauty” apple logo on the front. The back panel of the box is the same green colour with white, grey and black text. Most of the text on the pump is clear easy to read. However the list of ingredients on the pump is in a smaller font size and I found it just a little too small to be easy to read (although that may be my eyesight!). Having said that, the list is repeated on the box as well, in a larger size which is much easier to read. Packaging is simple, attractive and functional.

Application: Juice Beauty Green Apple Repair Moisturizer is a daily moisturiser for normal, dry and mature skin. It can also be used nightly for optimum results. According to the instructions, warm it in the palms of your hands before smoothing over face, neck and décolleté.

Ingredients: This antioxidant-rich cream features a brightening hydroxyl acid (a brightening complex of organic apple, lemon and raw cane sugar) to improve skin tone and texture, help smooth fine lines and help repair damaged skin. Also contains powerful age-defying peptides, alpha lipoic acid, coenzyme Q10 and vitamin antioxidants to help rejuvenate the skin for a radiant complexion which most Juice Beauty Products Contain.

It does not contain parabens, propylene or butylene glycols, petroleum, sulphates, PEGs, TEA,DEA, phthalates, GMO, silicones, pesticides, artificial dyes or synthetic fragrances. Juice Beauty adhere to a strict no animal testing policy and a 100% vegetarian ingredients policy. The organic ingredients are marked with an asterisk in the ingredients list. Ninety five per cent of the ingredients are organic - certified by a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved agency. The moisturiser should be used within 18 months of opening.

Results: I’ve been using this Apple Repair Moisturizer morning and night for over three weeks now. It is a light but hydrating moisturiser, which thankfully doesn’t take long to sink into my skin. (I wear a powder mineral foundation and need a moisturiser to be absorbed completely before putting it on.) My skin is sensitive, but also quite dry in places so I found this moisturiser didn’t really work as a night cream for me – my skin needs a richer moisturiser. However, as a day cream it was lovely.
The Green Apple Repair Moisturiser has a fresh fragrance when used - I wasn’t sure about the fragrance to begin with, but it has really grown on me. I would definitely recommend it.

Pros:
Suitable for various skin types.
hydrating and easily absorbed.
It does not aggravate my sensitive skin.
Personally I prefer pump dispensers to jars – I feel they are more hygienic than putting my finger in a jar every day!
Natural fragrance.

Cons:
Made in the USA – therefore I’m concerned about the carbon footprint and air miles. Could use a British organic moisturiser e.g. PAI skincare.
Quite expensive, but you do get 50ml in a normal jar. A lot of other moisturisers are cheaper, but you get less for your money.

Juice Beauty Green Apple Repair Moisturizer (£20.00) and Juice Beauty Skincare Products are available at naturisimo.com