Skincare for Dry Skin (My Routine)

Hi Ladies!  This winter made my skin so incredibly dry and flaky so I had to do something about it. I tried the whole line of Bare Mineral Skincare products and these past few weeks I have noticed a difference in my skin. My skin is finally back to normal. Bye Bye dry skin. 

 I thought you gals might relate to my skin issues so I thought I would share what I have used these past couple months to get rid of my dry skin. 

Here is my routine.

Morning Skincare

 
Bare Minerals Purifying Facial Cleanser- This cleanser is a milky texture which is really gentle and great for everyday. This cleanser removes makeup, refreshes and hydrates your skin. I love how this cleanser is gentle enough to rub around your eye area to remove makeup without any stinging. The smell is so refreshing. Smells like lavender.

 





Bare Minerals Renew and Hydrate Eye Cream- My eye lids have been flaky this winter so I used this morning and night. This eye cream hydrates around your eye area and is anti aging.  










Bare Minerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin- This is my favorite facial moisturizer. Its the perfect about of moisture for your dry skin for everyday. Its a nice light formula that doesn't feel heavy under your makeup.  There are no artificial fragrances and its paraben free.  









Bare Minerals Prime Time Face Primer- This is not technically considered skincare but I do use this on top of my moisturizer before my foundation. The primer with lock in the moisture from your moisturizer. This is make your foundation lay smoother especially if you have dry flaky skin. 


Night Skincare
Bare Minerals Purifying Facial Cleanser- see info above

Bare Minerals Intensive Glow Pads Brightening Treatment- This stuff if the best! Its a 2 month supply of pads. These pads have a soft side for everyday and a rough side for exfoliation. I use this everyday and my skin always looks bright and smooth right after I use it. My pores also appeared smaller and less noticeable as well. FYI you will feel a tingly feeling after you use these pads. This is normal. If the tingle is too much, use the softer side and only use the rough side once or twice a week depending on how sensitive your skin is. 


Bare Minerals Active Cell Renewal Night Serum- I use this serum after I use my glow pads. This serum boosts moisture levels in the skin and helps with cell turnover. Perfect for people with dry skin. All you need is a pearl size amount of this stuff and rub it all over your face. Smells great and its not at all greasy. 



Bare Minerals Renew and Hydrate Eye Cream- See info above

Bare Minerals Purely Nourishing Cream- I like to use a cream at nighttime so the extra moisture is absorbed in my skin as I am sleeping. I always wake up to hydrated skin when I use this cream. 














Let me know if you guys decide to try my skincare routine. 
Just FYI: I am not a dermatologist or an esthetician. I am just recommending these products based on my personal experience. 

Review: Bare Minerals Intensive Glow Pads Brightening Treatment

Hey everyone. If you don't know already, I am really obsessed with Bare Minerals skincare line. Everything I have used so far has worked and improved my skin. When a new skincare product comes out, I have to try it. This month, Bare Minerals launch their newest treatment called the Intensive Glow Pads Brightening Treatment. This treatment is great! I didnt think I would see results this fast but I have. 

" Brighten and renew skin with this targeted radiance treatment. Powered by our proprietary ActiveSoil Complex, these intensive glow pads infuse skin with potent vitamins and minerals and increase cell turnover to deliver incredible luminosity and noticeably improved skin tone and texture"

-Bare Minerals Website

How much and where can I find this treatment?

This Glow Pads retails for only $35. Not bad for a treatment! You get a 2 month supply (60 pads) of the treatment. You can find it at the Bare Minerals website, Bare Mineral Boutiques, counters, Sephora and Ulta. 

The Intensive Glow Pads Brightening Treatment Ingredients:

-Active Soil Complex

-Hydrolyzed Candida Saltoana- This is a yeast extract smoothes skin and improves skins radience 

- Apple, Watermelon, and Lentil Extracts- These extracts provide hydratation and help retain water

- Kombuchka Black Tea- smoothes skins surface and improves skins texture 

Sugar Cane, Sugar Maple, Orange, Lemon, and Bilberry Extracts- These extracts help unclog pores and soften skin

When do you use this treatment?

After you cleanse the skin, sweep either side of the pad over the face in circular motions. The bumpy side is great for exfoliation. If you skin is sensitive, try the rough side once a week at first. The softer side is more for everyday use unless you want a daily exfoliation. You will find a slight tingle. This is totally normal. If this bothers you, try using the softer side or use the treatment every other day, or a few times a week.

 

What do I think?

I have made this treatment part of my nightly skincare routine now. I have noticed that my skin looks noticeably smoother, softer, and more hydrated. My pores are starting to also look smaller. 

 I totally recommend this is anyone. Its a great treatment and I am totally satisfied with it. If you use it, don't get freaked out by the tingling. This is normal. If its too intense, use the softer side and don't use the treatment as much. 

Let me know how you like it if you have tried it!

Sample Sundays: Bare Minerals Advanced Protection SPF 20 Moisturizer

Hey Everyone. So I'm a day late on my Sample Sundays post but better late than never. I recently received this sample of the new moisturizer from Bare Escentuals. This moisturizer will have SPF 20 in it. I know a lot of people have been wanting a moisturizer from BE that has sunscreen so it will soon be available I believe this month.

The sample I got was the moisturizer SPF 20 for combination skin. I believe they will come out with a moisturizer for normal to dry skin too with SPF. I wish I was able to try that one because my skin is more on the dry side. 

I normally use the Bare Minerals moisturizer for normal to dry skin. In the picture above, I am showing the new moisturizer with SPF20 combo skin (top) compared to the original moisturizer for combo skin (bottom). You can see that the new moisturizer is a bit thicker than the original. It also is more on the white side because of the sun screen.

What do I think about this new moisturizer?
I love the idea that we now have the option of SPF or no SPF. Personally I did not like the consistency of this moisturizer. It was a bit too thick for me. I wish it was a little more hydrating, but then again, this moisturizer was for combination skin and not normal to dry skin. I do want to try the normal to dry moisturizer when its available. I think I will like that better. One thing I do really like about this moisturizer is the smell. All Bare Mineral skincare products smell really fresh and natural. They dont have those artificial fragrances that smell too floral or fruity. They smell really earthy and natural. This moisturizer has a nice oaty smell.

I do recommend trying this moisturizer out tho. Just because I didnt like this consistency, doesnt mean you wont like it either. Its always good to have a moisturizer with sunscreen if you arent using any other products with sun protection.   

Review: Bare Minerals Renew & Hydrate Eye Cream

Hey Everyone. Today I wanted to share with you the eye cream I have been using. I have been using this for quite awhile now and I love it. 
Its never to early to start using eye cream. I started using eye cream when I 22. You will thank yourself later. This cream is for hydrating the eye area and also help with anti- aging. This eye cream helps diminish fine lines are wrinkles. 

This eye cream "revitalizes skin and boosts moisture leaving the delicate eye area looking revived, refreshed and luminous."-Bare Escentuals website


I have noticed my eye area looks much more hydrated and smooth. Also I notice when I put any under eye concealer on, it doesn't look cakey or dry because the cream keep my eye area moisturized. 


I use this eye cream morning and night. I use my ring finger and pat a small amount of the cream around my eye area. The product lasts forever! Little goes a long way. You get 15 mL / 0.5 Fl. Oz in the container. This cream is paraben free, no artificial fragrances or oils. 

This eye cream retails for $32. You can get this eye cream at the Bare Escentuals website, Ulta, Sephora or any Bare Escentuals Boutique. 

Sample Sundays: Hempz Pomegranate Herbal Body Moisturizer

Hey guys.
I know I'm a couple days late but I figured its better late then never. Here is another Sample Sunday post and this week I decided to try Pomegranate Herbal Body Moisturizer. To be honest I have tired this before and I actually love it. I have two full size bottles in my house and a travel size for my purse. I never really got to share much detail about this moisturizer. 

Benefits:
• Pomegranate Extract contains high levels of antioxidants that help prevent free radicals and renew skin's healthy radiance.
• Shea Butter, Ginseng and natural extracts help calm, soothe and condition skin.
• Vitamins A, C and E help protect skin from natural and environmentally-triggered oxidants. 
• Paraben-free, Gluten-free, 100% Vegan.
• THC drug-free

The smell is what sold me the most. Its smells so refreshing and smells like sweet pomegranate. The consistency of the moisturizer is nice. Not too thick but just enough for extra hydration. 

You can find this at most beauty supply stores and retails for about $17-$20 for a 17oz. 

If you like products that are more on the natural size, definitely try this one. AMAZING.

Happy Sunday! 

Review: Freeman Facial Peel-Off Cucumber Mask

Today I recieved my Glam Bag subscription today. In the bag I got a full size of this mask. I have never really been a mask user so I was excited to try this out. This mask is supposed to clarify and renew skin.

"Made with natural, botanical ingredients, Freeman Feeling Beautiful is a full range of skin and body care products to help you look and feel your best."

Step One:  Apply evenly to face, avoid eye area

Step Two: Leave on 5-10 minutes or until dry

Step Three: Gently Peel off Mask

Gross! ;)

This mask made my skin super soft. Was very easy to use and kinda fun too ;) If you want to try out a mask for the first time, this would be a good one. 

Bare Minerals Skincare 411 (My Skincare)

Purifying Facial Cleanser
Skin Type: All Skin Types
Texture: Soft, Lotion Texture
I call this cleanser the "lazy"cleanser. It does it all so if you like something that will take care of everything in one step...this is it! This cleanser removes makeup, (even gentle enough for removing eye makeup without the burn or sting) makes skin feel fresh, clean and hydrated. There are no parabens, artificial oils or fragrances. 
Some Beneficial Ingredients:
Pineapple and Guava Fruit Enzymes- gently cleanse skin and removes makeup to reveal healthy complexion
Avocado Oil- Softens and provides hydration to the skin. 
Pomegranate Extract- helps restore balanced moisture to your skin

Exfoliating Treatment Cleanser
Skin Types: All Skin Types & Sensitive Skin
Texture: Powder Form
I love this cleanser. Its like 2 cleansers in one. This cleanser is in powder form and is activated by water. The more water you use with the powder, the softer and more frothy the texture. This would be great for more everyday use. The less water you use, you can make it more like a paste with a gritty texture for great exfoliation. If you make it thick enough, you can use it as a mask! 
Some Beneficial Ingredients:
Oatmeal and Natural Rice Powder- these are soothing ingredients provide calming comfort to irritated, sensitive skin. 
Powerful Antioxidants- Vitamin E and Green Tea which will protect against environmental damage and will stimulate the skin for a healthy glow.
Aloe and Coconut- help maintain skins moisture 


Purely Nourishing Moisturizer
Skin Types: Combination Skin
Texture: Lightweight, Lotion texture
This moisturizer will hydrate the skin for improved firmness, elasticity, radience and skin texture. Its paraben free, no synthetic fragrances or oils. 
Some Beneficial Ingredients:
Powerful Antioxidants- Vitamin A, C, and E, Green tea, chamomile, licorice are the few antioxidants that will protect, calm, and brighten the skin. 
Natural Emollients- provide immediate long lasting hydration for silky texture without looking oily.

Purely Nourishing Cream
Skin Type: Dry Skin 
Texture: Rich Creamy
This cream will improve firmness, elasticity, radiance and skin texture. Formulated to provide moisturization for dry skin while antioxidants protect skin from environmental damage. 
Some Beneficial Ingredients- 
Avocado Oil- softens and provides extreme hydration to the skin
Flax Seed Oil- soothe and comfort sensitive dry skin




Firming Eye Treatment
Skin Type: All Skin Types
Restores Firmness and reduces puffiness around eye area. Paraben free. Also lightly moisturizes around eye area. 
Some Beneficial Ingredients:
Caffeine- decreases the look of puffiness around eye area.
Stimulating Peptides- will smooth, tone and improve elasticity

Pure Transformation Night Treatment
Skin Type: All Skin Types
Texture: Powder Form
This treatment is clinically proven to reduce the size of your pores and deliver faster cell turnover. There are Vitamins A (stimulates collagen production..great if you are concerned about wrinkles, and fine lines), E (repairs..great for sun damage, scars, etc), and C which will help brighten your skin. This night treatment  comes in four different tones to match your skin tone and each night treatment gives your skin a beautiful glow. There is also a built in brush in the lid which is super soft and easy to clean.