Tag: anti-aging

stila One Step Correct

On the bright side, this product’s triple-swirled helix looks super-cool in its container. But it doesn’t live up to its promise to color-correct my skin. There was no noticeable reduction in redness. While I did look slightly brighter, the serum caused my skin to feel tight. This serum is part of a one-step collection, promising anti-aging with their Youth Revival ingredients. However, when I think of stila, great pigments and fabulous glosses come to mind, and I think that is what they should stick with.

Chantecaille Flower Harmonizing Cream

Trying a new tool to treat my stressed skin, prone to redness. While I am not as dry as I was this winter, I have learned I tend to underestimate how hydrated my skin is. And a boost in collagen production can’t hurt either (provided by essential oils, seaweed, vitamins and flowers). Even though edelweiss flower is a natural UVA/UVB protection, I still encourage everyone to use a physical sunblock with zinc and titanium oxide. This is actually more a lotion than a cream in consistency so don’t expect a heavy layer of moisture, but a couple of layers make for soft and supple, hydrated skin. And after a couple evenings of use, I do think the redness in my face has diminished.

Cover Girl Olay Simply Ageless Concealer

This double shot of makeup and anti-aging is a winner. Aside from the fact the swirl of the two products looks really cool in the container, the concealer works very well under the eye. While it does contain Olay Regenerist Serum, the pigment is just strong enough to cover up dark circles while still appearing luminous. It is easy to apply because the consistency changes as you apply it to the skin. While it looks cakey in the container, it turns to a smooth liquid on your skin. Because of this, I recommend using your finger. I try to use the ring finger because it offers the least pressure on the delicate eye area. While you can’t really use this for blemishes because it is really creamy, I did use a little on my chin and nose instead of foundation and it works great!

L’Oreal Serum Absolute Advanced Age-Reversing Makeup

I’m on a drugstore makeup kick. The next few posts will feature some of my recent finds at CVS. After seeing digital pictures of myself playing in Napa this weekend, I decided my tinted moisturizer is sometimes not quite enough coverage. Because I had read about the beneficial ingredients in this foundation, it was at the top of my list. The formula includes SPF 17, pro-retinol A and vitamin C. Coverage is medium and smooth. The finish is matte, so a cream blush would add a nice luminosity. The coverage stayed all day with a great natural look.

Kiehl’s Exclusive Rosa Arctica Youth Regenerating Cream

Still up in the air on the promise of more youthful skin, but I am smitten with this formula for hydration. I wasn’t crazy about the smell, but decided to give it a try when it didn’t irritate my fragile, retinol-treated skin. (I didn’t last long on the derm’s orders to stick to CeraVe). Despite being a cream, it was really easy to apply. It isn’t dense like some other anti-aging creams. The hydration is pretty dramatic – my skin remains supple and doesn’t feel tight one bit. Definitely makes me want to use it long enough to see if there are any anti-aging effects.

Peter Thomas Roth Retinol Fusion PM

One of my new year’s resolutions was to finally start using anti-aging products…and use them religiously. But I love trying new products (clearly) so integrating one product, long term, in my routine is tough. The trials of a beauty junkie. But this Retinol Fusion PM made the cut. My skin didn’t do well with prescription retinol products (think red, dry and peeling). So I was a little nervous using a product with retinol in it. The serum did not agitate my skin at all. In fact, it was soothing and moisturizing. I do think I have seen collagen improvement. A bonus is that it also has vitamin C & E. I know these products are an investment, but so far, it has been a good one for me.