[Re] fresh Skin Therapy - Peptide & Intense Eye Recovery Serum

I hope everyone is having a wonderful day. Today, I want to share with you a new company I had the opportunity of working with again. [Re] fresh Skin Therapy, makes some pretty cool products - acid peels, gel peels, cleansers, moisturizers, and so much more! Today, I got to try out their new Peptide + Intense Eye Recovery Serum, and am starting to really love it.

Who Is [re] fresh Skin Therapy?

"Created in 2013 by a busy power couple from Boston with a combined 30 years in the beauty industry, [re]fresh Skin Therapy’s philosophy is real results from highly effective therapies which are safe and natural, for healthy skin. Our goal is to use only environmentally-friendly products and business practices whenever possible."

What sets us apart:

"Our products are produced in the USA using state-of-the-art equipment at a climate controlled, FDA-registered facility operated using cGMP (Certified Good Manufacturing Practices)."

"We regularly conduct stringent quality control tests to ensure high-quality and safe products. Some of the tests include: pH balance tests, Viscosity tests, Appearance (aesthetics) tests, Odor tests, Microbial tests, Stability tests and Selective Heavy Metal tests."

"We use USP-grade ingredients which are all botanically-derived; we never test on animals or use animal-derived ingredients."

"Our products are always free from Parabens, Perfumes, Dyes, and Phlalates."

I love that they put a lot of time into their products, I don't know of many companies who put their products through quite as many test's as this company does. I have also been a very strong advocate of buying and reviewing products that are paraben free. It is a must in a product for me, so I like that this is free of all those harsh products. 

I had no idea that they had been around so long in the beauty industry, but glad I am having the opportunity to try them out now.

If you wish to check out more about them or buy their products you can go to their official website located here: http://www.refreshskintherapy.com or buy them through Amazon store located here: Amazon Store.

The Products/My Thoughts

From their site...

   Refresh Skin Therapy's Peptide+ Intense Eye Recovery Serum is a dynamic and effective dark circle elimination treatment. Using an active ingredient mix of peptides derived from purified soy, rice, and yeast, the formula positively stimulates blood circulation away from the eyes to dramatically reduce dark circles and puffiness.

Benefits 
• Reduces dark circles and puffiness around the eyes 
• Strengthens connective tissue around the eye 
• Restores important moisture levels 
• Soothes and softens the skin 
• Is safe and gentle to use around the eyes 

More details:
The specific peptides used in this formula help improve microcirculation by strengthening the layers of the skin, 
which regulate collagen formation and elasticity. Thanks to the rejuvenated skin cells, increased microcirculation within the delicate blood vessels. improves the appearance of dark circles. 


The Natural Plant Extract and Hyaluronic Acid base delivers a moisturizing boost to dry skin. Seaweed is rich in antioxidants and protective value. Hyaluronic Acid is a natural moisturizer that attracts and retains moisture from the environment.

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The first think I noticed when I received this serum, was the packaging! It is is super cute, creative, and versatile. I love how all you have to do is take off the cap, unlock it (by turning it at the top), and you're ready to go. You receive a generous amount of the product for the price. It is a clear gel, and goes on clear and clean.

After the first use (seen below) I significantly noticed my eyes weren't as dark and lines were starting to fade. I am amazed at the results I have received so far, and it will definitely be a staple product in my skin care regimen.

I would highly recommend giving this product a try. I can't wait to see the long term effects it will have for my skin, and I am happy to say I think [Re] fresh Skin Therapy has made another wonderful product.

If you wish to purchase this product you can purchase it on their official site or purchase it on Amazon which is currently $29.50 and Prime eligible by going here.

I want to know! What do you think about the company [Re] fresh Skin Therapy and their products? Have you ever tried any of these products before? If not, which one do you think would be your favorite? I love hearing your questions and comments below. So, feel free to leave them below.

XOXO,

Poppy Austin - Green Tea & Vitamin C Eye Cream

Hello Readers! I hope all of you are having a wonderful evening so far. Today, I would love to share with you an awesome new eye cream from a new company I recently had the pleasure of working with. Poppy Austin's - Green Tea & Vitamin C Eye Cream is a great pick me up to add to any routine!

Who Is Poppy Austin?

To read in story behind Poppy Austin, you can read their full story by going here: http://www.poppyaustin.com/our-story/

"Poppy Austin is a new kind of cosmetics company. We are dedicated to creating premium hair and skin products that make you look younger, fresher, and alive.

Women, after all, deserve to be pampered. This is something we feel extremely passionate about, and we hope you do too. Being a good mother, wife, sister, daughter, friend or lover is of course important. But you also need to be a little selfish every now and then, investing in your appearance and more importantly, yourself.

The Poppy Austin philosophy is simple. To prevent the signs of aging by using only the finest, most ethically sourced cosmetics, produced in exact accordance with Poppy’s Code*.

Having set the standard for argan oil cosmetics both in the USA and abroad, we look forward to raising the bar further with our new and exclusive range of natural, eco-friendly moisturizers...."

*Read Poppy's full code by going to the link at the top.

I love that their products are not tested on animals and are eco friendly. I also appreciate the fact that while their products originally come from the UK; they are actually produced in the US. I love products that understand the importance of issues such as these.

The Product/My Thoughts

According to their site...

"An elegantly enriched blend of naturally derived and organic (72%) ingredients, working harmoniously to gently de-puff the delicate skin under your eyes, as well as target dark circles, crow’s feet, fine lines and wrinkles. This product is packed full of natural antioxidants and can be used to smooth, tone and condition your entire face."

When I first saw the bottle, I admit I was a little skeptical. I was like, "How in the WORLD can this little bottle enhance my face?" Don't be fooled though. This little bottle packs a powerful punch! I was really impressed. Just after fifteen minutes of my first use, I noticed my eyes were less puffy and indeed brighter. 

Now, by no means am I saying its a miracle cream but indeed most of the claims of this cream is indeed dead on. I have yet to see if it will get rid of my wrinkles completely, but so far have noticed a huge improvement - and for the price it's a great deal. My eyes and skin is brighter and tighter. I have only used it on my eyes, but am told you can use it on your whole face as well. I think that is pretty awesome, and will be next on my list of things to try.

Below are my before and after pictures after just ONE use....

            Before

        After

I even had my husband look at the pictures, to make sure I wasn't going crazy! Poppy Austin has definitely done a great job creating this eye cream, and I look forward to prolong use of this as well as trying their other products.

To buy their Eye Cream you can currently get it on Amazon for $22.49 by going here: BUY Poppy Austin Eye Cream

What do you think about Poppy Austin's Eye Cream? Have you tried anything similar? Do you think this is something you could benefit from? I love hearing your questions/comments so, feel free to leave them below!

XOXO,

Petunia Skincare - Revitalize Eye Serum

Hello Everyone! Today, I want to talk with you about a new product I recently tried from Petunia Skincare. Their Revitalize Eye Serum is one of their hot products right now, and why wouldn't it be? The older we get the more concerned we are with aging. I've been on the hunt for the perfect creams and gels for not only myself, but hopefully for one as y'all as well. What makes this eye cream so different from all the rest?

Why Choose Petunia Skincare?

Petunia Skincare prides itself for having the best skin care ingredients in their products and backs that information up by real life testing and scientific research. All of their products are produced in small amounts so that each product is fresh and also packaged (an FDA certified facility I might add) under clean and tight conditions.

 My favorite part about this company; they are made right here in the US! The brand resides in Goleta, California and are a fairly new company which started this past November. They stand out by saying (and I agree) that they are not just "any other generic skincare brand," they actually take the time to create and experiment with products that are proven to prevent aging, protect healthy skin, and avert damage in the future from happening to the skin.

The Product/My Thoughts

From their site...

"Introducing Petunia Skincare Revitalize Eye Serum, a revolutionary eye serum that addresses:

★ Tired Eyes – Revitalizes and awakens the appearance of feeling of tired eyes
★ Dark Circles, Swollen and Puffy Eyes – Reduces dark circles, puffiness and the feeling of swollen eyes
★ Wrinkles and Fine Lines – Plumps the delicate skin around the areas of the eyes and helps diminish and fill in wrinkles and fine lines
★ Best Moisturizer and Anti-Ager – Sea Kelp acts as an excellent oil-free moisturizer. Hyaluronic Acid is world renowned for its capacity to retain moisture in the skin thus leaving the skin plumped and youthful."

Click to enlarge - Close up of the Gel

Having tried many eye creams in the past, I have seen it all. I wasn't sure what to expect with the Revitalize Eye Serum. However, the first time I put it on I significantly noticed my skin around my eyes had that more awake look, and the complexion looked better. I am a big fan of eye serum's that have caffeine in it like this one. It is a great serum to use in the morning to give you that, "I've been awake for more than 10 minutes I SWEAR look." For those who don't know what I mean, is it takes care of the puffiness, while giving you more of an awake look. 

It does a really good job at not only making you appear more awake, but also absorbs fast. I was impressed at how little you have to use, and how quickly it dried. It doesn't leave a sticky feeling either like some gels, nor does it have a smell. It simply sticks to the task, which is fixing the problem areas. 

While I have had a complete improvement with it taking care of puffiness and my complexion almost instantly, I haven't noticed much with it doing anything for my fine lines. I've been using it for about a week and a half now, so I am hoping with time I will have even better results. While I don't feel like it's the best product for aging lines thus far, I do however feel it is an amazing product for dark circles as well as putting moisture into the skin and definitely worth giving a try. 

Results will be updated once I complete 4 weeks, here are my results so far after a week and a half:

Overall Product Score: 4.0*

If you would like to purchase this product, it is available on Amazon for $26.77. You can do so by going here which will take you straight to the product. You can also go to http://www.petuniaskincare.com/ to take a look at their other products. 

What do you think about their eye serum? Have you tried Petunia Skincare before? Feel free to leave any questions or comments in regard to Petunia Skincare, I love hearing your feedback! And as always: Remember to stay beautiful by STAYING YOU!

*overall rating is based on a 5 point scale based off of product, pricing, texture, application, and longevity.