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New Global Body Serum from Lina Hanson

New Global Body Serum from Lina Hanson // Belle Belle Beauty

Way back in January 2012, I was swooning over Lina Hason’s Global Face Serum. It was one of the first face oils I tried, and I was instantly sold on the way the formula worked wonders on my dry skin. It is no wonder. As a celebrity makeup artist based out of Hollywood, she would have a pulse on what really works, particularly in conjunction with makeup.

To follow up on that launch, today Lina is launching her Global Body Serum. (By now, you guys probably know that I am a body oil fanatic). This is no accident that today marks the availability of Lina’s latest and greatest. June 5th is World Environment Day. For Lina, this is a cause close to home – the Global Body Serum is a 100% blend of sustainably harvested oils. To celebrate, Lina is giving 15% of her net proceeds of Global Face Serum and new Global Body Serum to the International Refugee Committee from June 15 to August 15.

This light and quickly absorbing oil is perfect for just out of the shower. My dry skin drinks it up quickly, so there is no greasiness. Yuzu and pink grapefruit work to improve circulation. Vanilla works as an antioxidant. Argan and Brazil nut moisturize, improve elasticity, and give a natural sheen. Overall, the scent is light and refreshing – balanced between citrus and vanilla to my nose.

I applaud the purity and process of Lina’s oils:

  • No animal ingredients/no animal testing
  • Completely free of parabens, artificial fragrance, silicone, petrochemicals, synthetic fragrances or any other chemical ingredient.
Global Body Serum and Global Face Serum is available at LinaHanson.com.

Lina Hanson Global Face Serum

Lina Hansen is a Swedish makeup artist, currently based in Hollywood. She has quite the lineup of celebrity clients who are already fans of her new serum. So naturally, I had to try it. Like some other “oils” out there, the Global Face Serum is a blend designed to be used as a moisturizer or pre-moisturizer treatment. What makes it different is that the blend is organic and sourced specifically to suport female empowerment and fair trade. Many of the ingredients are harvested by women to promote economic growth in their countries.

I’ve been using one pump, morning and night in addition to a creamy moisturizer. I have been pleased with increased radiance and improved hydration. It is quickly absorbed and calms down my skin after exfoliation. I am using a fairly strong retinol right now, so the addition of the serum has provided much needed balancing and healing. And it looks amazing under makeup. I’ve mixed a little with tinted moisturizer for a dewy, fresh look.

Normally, I would summarize the ingredients, but I love how Lina has detailed what each carefully selected ingredient will actually do for you. It is a little primer in natural skin care:

  • Marula — rich in antioxidants, anti-aging properties and is said to be a more potent source of vitamin c than oranges
  • Baobab — helps prevent and treat dry skin conditions
  • Camellia Seed — moisturizes, brightens the skin, lightens age spots and prevents wrinkles
  • Argan — protects against premature aging, hydrates the skin and neutralizes free radicals
  • Brazil Nut — maintains smooth, younger looking skin
  • Pumpkin Seed — decreases redness on the skin caused by rosacea
  • Mandarin — promotes a finer textured skin and helps remove any congestion as well as acne scars
  • Neroli — improves elasticity, stimulates new cell growth and softens wrinkles and scars
  • Frankincense — rejuvenates the skin and prevent the formation of wrinkles
  • Palmarosa — moisturizes your skin yet balances the hydration levels
  • Ylang Ylang — cures both dry and oily skin

Oh, and also worth mentioning:

  • No animal ingredients/no animal testing
  • Completely free of parabens, artificial fragrance, silicone, petrochemicals, synthetic fragrances or any other chemical ingredient.
Global Face Serum is available at www.linahanson.com.