Category: skin-care

O.R.G. Organic Mineral Peel and GIVEAWAY

O.R.G. Organic Mineral Peel and GIVEAWAY // Belle Belle Beauty

A real thrill as a beauty editor is coming across a brand or product that isn’t quite mainstream yet. But nonetheless exciting, unique and just plain awesome! This peel from O.R.G Skincare is making my skin sing!

First, a little about this indie brand. O.R.G Skincare’s inspiration is Asian skincare and methodology. They also focus on natural ingredients will still maintaining efficacy. A specific ancient ritual from Korea inspired the Organic Mineral Peel:

Silla, one of the three kingdoms that occupied the Korean Peninsula, developed a culture of bathing purposes of ritual purification in bathhouses called Jjimilbang, meaning heated bath. After an individual would soak themselves in these infused baths, an appointed person would ‘massage out’ all the remaining dead skin cells and impurities from the body.

O.R.G. Organic Mineral Peel Face does the same thing, gently exfoliating the skin with all-natural enzymes and brightening the complexion with Milk Thistle and Aloe Vera. The exfoliating action actually creates beads as seen below – one of my more rewarding skin care experiences. I spray on dry skin generously and use tips of your fingers in a circle motion. The formula doesn’t have any scrubbing agents, so it is great for acne-prone or sensitive skin. Just work it into the skin until it dissipates and then rinse.

O.R.G. Organic Mineral Peel and GIVEAWAY // Belle Belle Beauty

I’ve found that any skincare steps I take after using the peel are amplified. My moisturizer seems smoother and it feels as if active ingredients work even better. The formula has no scent and is extremely gentle on my easily irritated skin.

Now for the fun news! I have a bottle Organic Mineral Peel to giveaway! Enter using the widget below. US Only.

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Organic Mineral Peel is alcohol, parabens, sulfates and petroleum free and retails for $44.00 at www.orgskincare.com.

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Five Late Summer Favorites

Five Late Summer Favorites // Belle Belle Beauty

So, today marks the official back to school here in my city. Time to face the music and start thinking about prep for those cooler months ahead. I’m focusing on stretching out this tan, staying safe in the sun, repairing sun damage and nourishing my dried out hair. Among other things! Here are five favorites that I keep reaching for to do just that:

RéVive ‘Sensitif’ Oil-Free Lotion SPF 15 is the most gentle SPF I have come across and the oil-free formula finishes matte and won’t clog pores. Plus, it works fabulously under makeup.

Kate Somerville ‘Somerville 360°’ Tan Maximizer is helping me milk this summer glow for all that it is worth. I love the smell and how nourishing it is on my skin. Natural oils add so much hydration that this might be my go-to lotion all year long!

Herbal Essences Body Envy Volumizing Shampoo basically transports me back to high school with its fruity scent (how appropriate this time of year!). But what really impressed me was the effect – I use this at night and sleep in a wet braid – the next morning I have full and bouncy waves!

Coola TotalBody Organic Moisturizing Suncare with SPF 30 is keeping me sun safe these last couple of pool days. The scents can’t be beat (my favorite is Plumeria). And I feel even better staying safe in the sun using an organic product.

Essie for the twill of it from their fall collection was high on my wish list. But now that I have it in (or on) my hot little hands I’m swooning so hard I almost fell over. The opaque shade is as nuanced and special as any luxury polish. Fall signature mani sold!

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Getting Clean With Mario Badescu

A good clean feel can’t be beat, especially on hot summer days. I’ve been turning to Mario Badescu the last couple of months for head-to-toe cleansing. I am completely hooked on their toners and their body washes are balanced and moisturizing (not to mention smell great). Click through below to check out my current favorites:

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nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut

nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut // Belle Belle Beauty

A couple of months ago, I was so thrilled to learn that one of my best friends had gone to business school with a true beauty entrepreneur. Julie emailed me to let me know about Nyakio, a skin care line inspired by Nyakio’s own Kenyan grandparents. A first generation American of Kenyan descent, Nyakio  combines the best natural African ingredients with modern, result-driven formulas. Designed for women of all ages, skin types and backgrounds, the Hydrating Face Oil is the keystone of the line.

I’ve really jumped on the face oil bandwagon. First, nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut provides the super-charged hydration that my dry skin needs. But it also works well with oilier skin types. Because this oil is light and non-greasy, it will keep all complexions hydrated and radiant. One friends who’s been using the oil reports “I was shocked at the results. People actually commented on how well rested I looked which was obviously false with a newborn.” (thanks, Tina! xoxo). There is a slight medicinal smell but it disipates quickly. The oil also absorbs on contact. I love the luminous finish it gives my skin and it works beautifully under makeup. Additionally, it is free of sulfates and parabens.

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Summer Orange

Summer Orange // Belle Belle Beauty

I’m not sure I really believe we are in the last throws of summer. I still have one more beach vacation planned. And while this summer hasn’t been as brutal as others, Oklahoma tends to stay toasty well into October. So, you won’t see me put away any of my favorite summer shades anytime soon. The last couple of months, I have really been embracing the orange. For some inspiration, here’s what’s on my summer orange wish list (pictured above):

No matter the season or shade, beautiful skin is the most important part of a beauty routine, and Simple can help you get there. I’ve been loving the Simple Skincare Radiance Cleansing Wipes after late nights or to remove pore clogging sunscreen. And the Revitalizing Eye Roll On has been a dream for looking refreshed after those late nights and too little sleep.

This post was created in connection with my appointment as an Influencer in the Simple® Skincare Program.  Visit www.facebook.com/SimpleSkincare to share your story on sensitive skin.

NEW: Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream

NEW: Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream // Belle Belle Beauty

There are perks to being in the beauty business. The best of em including getting an early peek at Kiehl’s latest and greatest. I’ve been using Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream for the past three weeks and am happy to report it can be yours as of tomorrow!

I’m adoring the gel-like texture of this rich anti-aging cream and thanks to shea butter, it has the creamy ease of application. It is perfect for these summer months, adding great moisuture but without a greasy feel or stickiness. The formula is demonstrated to lift, firm, visibly redefine skin contour and re-texturize skin within 2 weeks, and double efficacy within 4 weeks. Not to mention, it is super soothing on my sensitive skin.

As always, Kiehl’s turns to science and technology to achieve the best of results. This time, the “Super Cream” takes a multifunctional approach by targeting multiple signs of aging with a proprietary Tri-Active Technology. Developed over the last 17 months, this cream can quickly treat and repair skin. Keystone ingredients include:

  • Jasmonic Acid: A highly effective, yet very mild, active known for its ability to support epidermal renewal to visibly correct wrinkles, fine lines, loss of suppleness and elasticity, while gently smoothing and retexturizing the skin’s surface. On skin, Jasmonic Acid is extremely gentle and efficacious without using any insult to skin to trigger the repair process.
  • Beech Tree Extract: Known for its ability to improve skin firmness and visibly improve plumpness and density. Beech Tree Extract is sugar-protein hybrid made from xylose, a sugar found abundantly in beech trees and known to stimulate the production of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) .
  • Fragmented Hyaluronic Acid: Known to reinforce skin’s natural short and long term moisturization as well as improve skin barrier function. Additionally, it is known to improve skin elasticity while reducing skin roughness and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

My skin seems more supple and firm just after a short time of use. My skin also looks more radiant with the super-charged hydration. This guy definitely earned a place in my permanent rotation.

You can find Kiehl’s Super Multi-Corrective Cream tomorrow on kiehls.com.

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