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Retinol Facts For New and Experienced Retinol Users

July 10, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Retinol has long been known as an FDA approved treatment for acne, with the side benefit of being an anti-aging superstar. But when undergoing a Retinol treatment program, what should you expect? What can and can’t it do? Is it effective for anything other than acne and wrinkles? Today we discuss four Retinol Facts that new and experienced Retinol users need to know to get the most out of their Retinol treatment program.

RETINOL TREATMENT IS NOW AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE

Here at StyleChicks, we’ve long touted the value of a good retinol, the benefits just can’t be beaten. Retinol used to just be a prescription topical medication and a pricey one at that. So we were thrilled earlier this year to find Lordsbury Retinol+C Moisturizer because it combines a prescription strength percentage of Retinol (2.5%) with the power of a 20% Vitamin C Serum and Hyaluronic Acid, plus it has a host of skin soothing moisturizers built right in. Effective and easy to use, it is a one-stop shop for meeting your skincare needs. It also comes in a massive 2.8-ounce container, so it is a tremendously cost-effective treatment that leaves no excuse to not give Retinol a try.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Cream moisturizer has a beauty powerhouse of ingredients

Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Moisturizer has a beauty powerhouse of ingredients and makes a Retinol skincare program tolerable for even sensitive skins

A past negative experience or story may have turned you off to all Retinols. But not all retinol products are created equal. Let’s examine a few Retinol facts:

1) DOES RETINOL CAUSE ACNE?

In short, no. Retinol does not produce acne. But there is a reason that it might seem as if it does: skin purging. And once you start a Retinol, any retinol product, whether prescription or over the counter, in about two weeks, the purging can start to happen all of a sudden.

Why does retinol cause purging? Retinol draws clogged pores, sebum plugs, oil, whiteheads, and blackheads to the surface of the skin and eradicates them. For example, I had a few whiteheads on my lower cheek that I could feel and see but they were not forming a head. My dermatologist declined to remove them, saying it was far better to keep using my current retinol program and Vitamin C skin care program (which is applying Lordsbury Retinol+C Moisturizer twice a day, all over my face, neck, throat, and eye area) and she said the retinol would draw out the impurities without risking a scar.

Purging acne is short-lived, about two weeks, and once the purging is over, skin remains clearer because Retinol reduces excess oil production while concurrently eradicating dead skin layers, so fewer bacteria and oil are trapped under dead skin cells, which means less acne. The acne you do get when using a Retinol is less angry looking and generally controllable and short lived.

But those two weeks of purging sure feel like a long time! Don’t start your Retinol program a few weeks before a big event that you will want clear skin. Give yourself at least a month of Retinol use before any big event.

2) DOES RETINOL CAUSE SUN SENSITIVITY?

Probably every Retinol article you read holds that Retinol causes sun sensitivity and to avoid direct sunlight. Is this true? Sort of.

This belief is based upon an experience from the initial prescription Retinol FDA studies. A few clinical trial study subjects reported excess irritation of the skin when exposed to direct sunlight. But many other subjects in the study reported skin irritation because, in a nutshell, unbuffered Retinol is irritating to the skin. Many people report being so irritated from prescription retinol, sunlight or not, that they need to use it only every other day or every third day. When I formerly used prescription retinol I experienced the same problem and frequently had to take breaks from treatment.

So what does this mean while using a product like Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer? Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer is emollient and buffered, so it doesn’t have irritation associated with traditional retinol, and so sun sensitivity is less likely. Even around the delicate eye area, I haven’t experienced irritation, even with twice a daily use.

But this is StyleChicks, we are never gonna tell you not to wear sunscreen even if you aren’t experiencing irritation from retinol. Why not?

Because the Lordsbury Retinol and Vitamin C combo are still revealing new, younger skin, skin that has not been ravaged by photodamaging sunlight like the older skin was. Life does not hand out free do-overs, especially for skin. If you let your old skin get sun damaged in your youth, and you are now using any Retinol, protect your newly revealed, younger, softer skin with a sunscreen whenever possible to retain its’ new youthful glow and feel.

Direct sunlight can also break down the full efficacy of products, so sunscreen over topical treatments is a good idea in general.

3) TREATING BODY ACNE

Acne can happen on the chest, upper arms, and the back (known as bacne). Body acne can be just as troubling as facial acne and it is often more difficult to conceal. Many body acne treatments contain benzoyl peroxide which can bleach clothing and are irritating to the skin. Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer is a good combo for body acne because the Retinol treats, Vitamin C fades acne scars and shrinks existing acne, the Jojoba softens and the Green Tea soothes, the Aloe Vera nourishes, eases irritation and is a natural anti-bacterial to help fight acne.

How to treat: apply a thin layer of cream to affected areas of the back or chest after cleansing. I like that I can wear Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer during the day under clothing and not worry about bleaching my clothes and it does not have the weird smell that some acne treatments have, so it is undetectable.

One pump is all you need for face, neck and decolletage or for treating acne on the back, chest or other acne prone areas.

4) KERATOSIS PILARIS ON UPPER ARMS

Keratosis Pilaris is chicken bump skin. If you don’t know what we are talking about, I’m happy for you. If you’re familiar with chicken bump skin, then you know how tough it is to treat.

Keratosis Pilaris is small, dry white bumps that occur in patches. They are an excess build-up of keratin in numerous adjacent hair follicles within an area. They are most common on the back of the upper arms, the back and even on buttocks. And they don’t exfoliate away, they don’t respond to acne medicine or creams, they seemingly respond to nothing, and they can get itchy.

Well, good news. Chicken bump skin responds to, you guessed it: Retinol. It takes a good four to six weeks, but it clears it up pretty well. This is one of the reasons I love that the Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer is such a large and generous 2.8-ounce size because it makes a cost-effective treatment for the Keratosis Pilaris on my upper arms. My case is pretty mild, but I’m self-conscious about the area during the summer, and I’m happy to report the Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer took care of the problem without any irritation to the area. So this summer, I am chicken bump free!

So those are four Retinol facts that can help new and experienced Retinol users get the most out of their Retinol use. StyleChicks will be talking more about Retinol in upcoming weeks, so if you’re thinking of giving retinol a try, stay tuned for more Retinol intel!

Looking to try a Retinol with all the benefits and none of the irritation? Try Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer, a twice a day 2.5% retinol with 20% Vitamin C and loads of natural moisturizers to keep skin soft and dewy. Find Lordsbury Retinol+C moisturizer at: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M3PSEQX/. For Prime Day, it is at the amazing price of $21.99.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Moisturizer

Style Chicks received compensation for our time and effort as Brand Ambassadors of Lordsbury. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Z Skin Organic Anti-Aging System: Organic Beauty Cocktail with Fast Results

June 14, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Skin changes in the mid-thirties. Seeking an effective yet entirely organic anti-aging solution? The Z Skin Age Defying System contains eight 100% organic products with an astounding array of fast-acting, beauty superhero, all-natural ingredients.

Z Skin is all natural, organic ingredients, including ancient beauty remedies and state of the art new organic discoveries

Z Skin is all natural, organic ingredients, including ancient beauty remedies such as Aveduredic time proven skin care and the latest state of the art, new organic discoveries like highly effective Apple Stem Cells

Z Skin combines ingredients proven effective individually and when used in tandem, are marvelous. The combination of ingredients intrigued us, there is such an amazing cocktail of combinations used within the line. Ingredients include both National Institute of Health studied, state of the art newly discovered Apple Stem Cells for wrinkle reduction to centuries-old methods used is Aveduredic medicine for skin and hair beauty. There are three reasons we find this particularly interesting.

If you buy these ingredients individually if you can find them, they are often pricey. The aforementioned Apple Stem Cell sells for at least $30 as a serum. Some ingredients are practically impossible to find in organic skincare.
Typically, there are two or three main ingredients in a product with supporting ingredients, but nearly ALL of the ingredients in these lines are each “beauty stars” all on their own. There aren’t the filler ingredients typically seen even in organic skin care lines. Â And each product boasts numerous skincare superstars.
Z Skin reports that because there are so many active, effective ingredients, that it works 30 times faster than their competitors to erase fine lines, wrinkles, dark age spots, restoring hydration, all while lifting and firming. That sounds like a big get, so we decided to test the Z Skin Age Defying System for ourselves.

ABOUT THE Z SKIN AGE DEFYING SYSTEM

The Z Skin 100% Organic Age Defying System contains eight organic anti aging products for eyes, face, and neck.

It is suitable for men and women and uses numerous natural ingredients combined together to create a beauty cocktail for the skin.Â There is no scent to each product, but adding scent is optional.

There are a staggering number of active, organic ingredients in each product and within the line as a whole, so when used in tandem, the results are excellent. The entire line is 100% organic, anti-aging, all natural, vegan, USDA, paraben free and preservative free.

PRODUCTS IN THE Z SKIN AGE DEFYING SYSTEMÂ SET

Face Lift Toner

Face Lift Toner contains Rosehips, Jojoba, Vitamin E, Orange, Grape, Safflower, Flaxseed, Baobab, Myrrh, Juniper Berry, Papaya, Neem, and Castor.

RESULTS: I am normally not a fan of toner because it stings and makes my face feel tight, but all of the ingredients in this toner are more hydrating and soothing than skin-stripping.

Face Lift Wash

Face Lift Wash is a lightly exfoliating cleanser that uses pumpkin, sorbic acid, bitter melon and raspberries to gently remove dry, dead skin. It also contains several humectants including honey and olive to soothe the skin. Follow using the wash with the lotion.

RESULT: Skin feels soft, hydrated and not tight or dry after use. The exfoliation is mild, but I don’t see dead skin or flakes on the surface of my skin and my face feels smooth, similar to when using a sonic facial brush.

Z Skin Lift Lotion

Z Skin Lift Lotion is an SPF 45 lotion that helps tighten, lift and lighten discoloration. Apply twice a day after washing the face. It contains:

Maca reduces the effects of aging and gives the skin strength.
Triphala is used in Averudic medicine to remove toxins.
Hibiscus naturally firms skin. It also contains Vitamin C to treat acne, scars, and eczema. It is called the Botox plant because it retains the skin’s elasticity, making it look younger for longer, and treats fine lines.
Amalaki is Amla or Indian Gooseberry, which prevents damage to skin and soothes redness.
Bhringarai is used in Ayurvedic medicine as an Antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory.
Vitamin A & D is a natural Retinol
Wakame is a seaweed used in several of the products.
Cream Tartar is excellent for adult acne.
Rooibos is an anti-inflammatory
Kelp has powerful anti-aging properties
Apple Stem Cells are a highly effective form of stem cells which target wrinkles.
Rosehip is a concentrated Vitamin C that soothes skin
Red Algae enhances the skin’s barrier function, replenishes moisture, and increases its moisture retention capabilities.
Hyaluronic acid holds its’ weight in moisturizer, plumping the skin, making fine wrinkles and mild sagging disappear temporarily. It also drives active ingredients to deep skin layers for better results.

Z Skin Face Firming Lotion contains Rosehip, Apple stem cells, Cinnamon, Coconut, Almond, Lavender, Aloe & a host of other organic goodies

RESULT: This feels light but supple on the skin, it goes on light, absorbs well and is not greasy, but does have a light dewy after the finish that I like.

DAYTIME EYE CREAM

The Daytime Eye Cream has an SPF 8 for protection around the delicate eye area. It targets dark circles, puffiness and eye bags.

Unique ingredients include Wakeme, a type of seaweed, Chamomile to soothe and Coffee to combat puffiness. Another super ingredient is Spirulina, which removes darkness around the eyes, and the slew of vitamins Spirulina contains nourishes skin until it glows.

RESULT: Let it sink in for a few minutes before applying eye makeup, but it is light and absorbs very well.

Daytime EyeCream contains Willow Bark, Camoille, Coconut, Coffee, Algae and Seaweed

Daytime EyeCream contains Willow Bark, Camomille, Coconut, Coffee, Algae and Seaweed

NIGHTIME EYE CREAM

TARGETS: tightening, fights Crow’s feet and fine lines
CONSISTENCY: light, absorbs well

Also contains Spirulina, Wakeme, and many of the ingredients used in the rest of the product line. It also contains Tumeric, Elder Flower, Bacopa and Rose Absolute.

Turmeric fights inflammation, dryness, and redness.
Elder Flower is rich in bioflavonoids that help prevent wrinkles
Bacopa is Brahmi, long used in India for hair and skin. It is a free-radical fighter, which means you look younger longer.
Rose Absolute rejuvenates and firms skin

RESULT: I like that my eyes are not puffy in the morning after wearing this cream. My eye area does seem smoother and brighter. Crow’s feet do look a little better even after about a week.

The Nighttime Eye Cream really brings it with Almond, Coconut, Tumeric, Apple Stem Cells, Chamomile, Spirulina, Cinnamon, Willow Bark,

The Nighttime Eye Cream really brings it with Almond, Coconut, Tumeric, Apple Stem Cells, Chamomile, Spirulina, Cinnamon, Lavender, and Willow Bark

AGE DEFYING EXTREME MOISTURIZER

Age Defying Extreme Moisturizer contains deeply hydrating and moisturizing ingredients such as nutrient rich carrier oils like safflower, avocado, almond, coconut, honey, shea butter, as well as grapefruit, ginger, and cinnamon. It is for use on chapped, dry, red and irritated areas of skin.
RESULT: Really hydrating, very useful after sun exposure, and on dry chapped lips. I like to apply it after using the Hydroxy Face Mask.

Extreme Moisturizer contains nourishing Almond, Coconut, Cinnamon, Ginger and other organic moisturizers

AGE DEFYING HYDROXY FACE MASK

TARGETS: Discoloration, scars, restores healthy skin
Hydroxy comes in various forms, better known as Alpha Hydroxy Acids (from citrus, in this case, an acid from lemons) lactic acids (from milk) and glycolic acid, which comes from sugar, all in one mask. It is combined with several skin-supporting ingredients to fade scars and promote skin rejuvenation.
RESULT: I was surprised this was as effective as an all-natural product. It is an every other evening type of mask, not as powerful as a weekly or monthly treatment, but there is no dryness or redness, no recovery time. Â As a side benefit, I noticed some of my stubborn blackheads loosened up. I liked the results on my throat, it reduces the appearance of the horizontalÂ lines mid-neck. It smells of the Tartar and lemon upon application, but the scent dissipates as it dries, and I didn’t mind it since it is a treatment, not a lotion to wear all day.

AGE DEFYING NECK CREAM

Deeply hydrating, it nourishes and restores the skin with organic Shea Butter, Grape Seed, Vitamin E, Almond, Rosehip, and Orange. Grape seed is the foundation for high-end skin care lines like Caudalie and is highly effective in restoring delicate skin on areas like the throat, while still being light and easy to absorb.

TIP: Apply from jawline to chest

COLLECTIVE RESULTS

The result, when used together, makes for a formidable skin care program. I did not expect to see results as quickly as was promised, but I was especially impressed with how quickly my skin had a glow, and the improvement in fine lines and crow feet around my eyes looked better within the week. I particularly like how skin improves without redness, irritation or peeling skin.

Z SKIN IN THE NEWS

Z Skin was Featured on Product Runway! Â See the video here to learn more about the products, the backstory behind Z Skin products.

The Z Skin Eight Piece Age Defying System

WHERE TO BUY

Find the entire Z Skin line including products for acne, pre-aging, and sun skin care at:Â http://www.zskincosmetics.com/product-page/complete-age-defying-kit

Style Chicks received the Z Skin Organic Anti-Aging System for evaluation purposes in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer Follow-up: Results after 30 Days Use

May 13, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Style Chicks previously posted about our experience using Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer, and today we are giving a one month update on the Lordsbury Retinol experience so far.

I’ve been using Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer twice a day for about a month now, and my skin’s brighter and the texture has become more refined. Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer’s Vitamin C and Retinol combination causes rapid dead skin turnover, and always leaves skin so soft, like after exfoliating. I’m very pleased starting the process of building more collagen. I find my skin to be soft and supple, even with twice a day Retinol use.

We foundÂ Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer to be an emollient yet powerful combination of active and soothing ingredients to refine and rejuvenate skin

INITIAL IMPRESSIONS: LORDSBURY Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer VS. OTHER RETINOL CREAMS

If you haven’t used a Retinol product before, or have used a prescription level Retinol but your skin got too dry, red or irritated, then Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer is something to consider.

I’m delighted to find a viable 2.5% pure retinol cream for sensitive skin. I’ve used a prescription 2.5% Retinol before and got red and dry, so I credit Lordsbury’s soothing and hydrating ingredients for tolerating twice a day use, even around the delicate eye area.

The organic ingredients like Jojoba and Shea Butter make it possible for even sensitive skins to tolerate a 2.5% Pure Retinol

The organic ingredients like Jojoba, Aloe Vera, Green Tea, Sunflower Oil and Shea Butter enableÂ even sensitive skins to tolerate this Â 2.5% Pure Retinol with Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamins B5 and E. A powerful cocktail of all the beauty all-stars in skincare.

INITIAL STAGES: LORDSBURY Retinol+C CREAM MOISTURIZER WEEK ONE

The surface of the skin feels and looks more refined and even. The combination of Vitamin C and Retinol lead to rapid dead skin turnover, leaving skin soft to the touch, like after a gentle exfoliation. Something I particularly like is that dry skin sloughs off easily when washing my face without tell-tale peeling or redness, and with no flaky skin during the day, my complexion always appears smooth. I’m particularly pleased with how my undereye area is tolerating the Retinol and Vitamin C combo.

EIGHT DAY MARK: PIMPLE PURGE!

About a week or so into daily Retinol use, some people, including myself, break out in whiteheads and blackheads all of a sudden. The purging of clogged pores when starting any Retinol is normal, even prescription Retinol. It lasted a week and then my skin was much less congested than before. Â If this happens to you, don’t be discouraged, your skin will briefly breakout while your pores are purging, then suddenly, about a week or so later, skin is clear. I didn’t realize how much sebum and latent clogging I had in my pores, and tiny whitehead type bumps just under the skin surface that came and went all at once.

If you have a problem with acne, over time, Retinol is highly effective in removing the dead skin cells that trap oil, sebum, and bacteria into a pimple. No dead skin cells mean better control over acne after the first few weeks. So if you are an adult acne suffer, just hang in there!

TIP: Don’t start a retinol product only 2-3 weeks before a big event that you want clear, glowing skin. Give yourself 4-5 weeks of Retinol use before an event or photo so the retinol has time to work and leave you blemish-free.

LORDSBURY RETINOL+C CREAM MOISTURIZER DAY 19: VISITING MY DERMATOLOGIST

I saw my Dermatologist about two-thirds through the 30-day Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer update. Â I love my derm, she maintains offices on both coasts and tells me about all the latest in prescription skincare and I tell her about my favorite over the counter skin care products.

She walked in and immediately said “What are you using on your skin? It looks great!” and she began to inspect my face.

When I made the appointment months before, I planned to ask for a prescription for Renova, the emollient version of Retinol for my undereye area. But we decided against it because the Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer was working on my undereye area for discoloration, fine lines, and crow’s feet, and I didn’t have any irritation around the eyes that can occur with prescription retinol. She told me exactly where to apply it for best undereye results: follow the line of the orbital bone, Â and stay away from the lash line and the bulge under your eye.

Normally my dermatologist will extract any pimples or whiteheads on my appointments, but she said nothing was bad enough to extract, it was better to keep using the Lordsbury Retinol+C on a few whiteheads and they would purge on their own, which in a few weeks, they did. I left her office feeling like a pretty, pretty princess.

DAY 22: USING Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer Â TO PREP SKIN TO BE BARE FOR SUMMER

Now that warmer weather is coming, I am focusing on the skin on my shoulders, upper arms, throat, and decolletage as well as my face. These areas respond very quickly, especially in improved texture, discoloration, and fine lines. Areas of sun damage start to improve in texture but will take a bit longer.

TIP: Remember to wear sunscreen anywhere you use Retinol and Vitamin C, even on cloudy days!

DAY 27: Fine Lines and Wrinkles

The fine lines on my under eyes and my eleven lines look smoother to me, more like how I look immediately after an at-home AHA peel. The lines are not gone, but they are not so obvious on bare skin anymore. Collagen production generally takes closer to eight weeks, so I would not expect to see a dramatic lift to my eye area yet, but since I can tolerate this cream around my eyes twice a day, I am hopeful.

DAY 30 The Fine Lines and Wrinkles Around the Eyes

My Crow’s feet look smoother. Collagen production takes at least eight weeks to show, so I don’t expect a visible eye area lift yet. But since I tolerate Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream around the eye so well, I’m hopeful!

FAQ: Â HOW DOES Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer COMPARE TO A PRESCRIPTION RETINOL?

I like having Retinol and Vitamin C and moisturizing ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid all in one cream. A prescription can give you a 2.5% to 5% retinol dose, the Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer is 2.5% pure retinol, so it is within the range of a prescription dosage.

What is preferable to Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer over prescription retinol is that prescription retinol is very drying, skin gets red and flaky. I like being able to use LordsburyÂ Retinol+C Cream on delicate skin areas like my eye area, throat, hands, and decolletage. It can be used without irritation or peeling, even around delicate skin areas like the eyes and mouth. The container is also huge, and it only takes a pea size amount to cover my face, two peas for face and throat.

Use pea-size for face, two peas for face and throat

Use pea-size amount for face, two peas for face and throat

If you are a teenager with current acne breakouts, you could likely benefit from a Vitamin C and Retinol combo, as Vitamin C can fade acne scars. Some may just prefer the extra strength Retinol of 5% that is only obtained from a prescription, and the Retinol and Vitamin C for collagen building combo may be less of a concern for teens (for now). If you are in your mid-twenties and older, collagen conservation and collagen production become a beauty goal, and LordsburyÂ Retinol+C cream moisturizer makes for a very gentle but effective combination of both these beauty-boosting ingredients.

CONCLUSION

That’s the Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer one month report. I’m so pleased especially around the eye area, throat, decolletage, collarbone, and hands. I can’t wait to see in another month when the increased collagen production process starts to visibly show!

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer: after 30 days use, I’m very pleased and will continue using it on my eyes, face, throat, collarbone and decolletage

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer at Amazon here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3PSEQX/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=lordsbury-20&linkId=80ce0c85b497e19a5480f6b096cc3147

Style Chicks received Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer: The Collagen Building Trifecta

April 12, 2017 · Leave a Comment

No topical remedy revitalizes skin faster than a combination of Retinol, Vitamin C, and Hyaluronic Acid. Got Acne? Brown Spots? Wrinkles? Dullness? Sagging? Uneven skin tone? Scarring or Hyperpigmentation? Redness? Stretch marks? All of the above? No matter what your skin woe is, the combination of these three ingredients has you covered. Typically, it takes buying three products to get this collagen-building beauty trifecta, but Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer combines all three into one moisturizing, twice a day product. And it’s super-sized at a whopping 2.8 ounces!

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer contains a beauty trifecta of skin care: 2.5% Retinol, Vitamin C and Hyaluronic plus moisturizer all in one.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Cream moisturizer has the terrific trio of skin care: Retinol, Vitamin C, and Hyaluronic acid. Together, they erase wrinkles, boost collagen production, encourage skin cell turnover, smooth and refine skin texture, fade scars and discoloration, and quell even active acne breakouts. Despite containing powerful ingredients, Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Cream moisturizer is neither irritating nor drying to even highly sensitive skin.

Typically, one would apply Vitamin C during the day and Retinol at night, preferably with a layer of Hyaluronic Acid and then a moisturizer on top of that. Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Cream moisturizer combines these steps into one cream.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Retinol Cream Moisturizer has a beauty powerhouse of ingredients

HOW VITAMIN C HELPS SKIN

Vitamin C helps skin create collagen. We lose collagen as we age, starting at 30. As collagen depletes, the building blocks that retain the skin structure weaken, creating wrinkles and sagging. Collagen also helps scars, discoloration and sun damage fade and gain a more even texture.

Vitamin C also protects your new skin cells from free radicals and pollution, both of which contribute to accelerated aging of the skin.

HOW RETINOL HELPS SKIN

Retinol is a Vitamin A derivative that is FDA approved to make skin clearer and smoother, expunge impurities from pores, reduce fine lines, and speed cell turnover to even out discoloration, generally in less than one month.

HOW HYALURONIC ACID WORKS

Hyaluronic Acid holds massive amounts of moisture to plump out wrinkles and fine lines while making skin look dewy and young. Hyaluronic Acid also can pull active ingredients deeper into the skin, including Retinol and Vitamin C. The deeper these ingredients get, the better the supporting collagen structure becomes, and even older and darker scars fade. When Hyaluronic Acid helps Retinol sink into the deeper skin layers, it helps eradicate uneven skin texture and tone, including sun damage and deep scars.

Lordsbury Retinol+C Moisturizer for face, neck, decolletage, and hands

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer is a powerful yet nourishing anti-aging treatment for face, neck, and decolletage

ANTI-AGING TREATMENT FOR FACE, NECK, DECOLLETAGE & HANDS

The result is a retinol cream that moisturizes, regenerates, and nourishes your face, neck, decolletage and hands. An anti-aging cream with Retinol for the hands is a big get, as we often neglect anti-aging treatments for our hands until we see tell-tale brown spots and other signs of aging. But hands respond quickly to a moisturizing Retinol and Vitamin C combination treatment, and this makes for an excellent treatment to revitalize hands and restore their youthful appearance.

On my hands, I focus on the brown discoloration on the knuckles, and the joints at the point of the palm and finger. This area gets heavily lined as it is always in motion. It also tends to get red and dry. Apply directly to any brown spots or discoloration. If you have a problem with ragged and dry cuticles, apply sparingly to the nail bed as well. The skin on the hands will quickly start to look more youthful. During the day, use a lotion with sunscreen on the hands.

Uniquely powerful yet emoillient, it does double duty as a hand treatment

Uniquely powerful yet still nourishing and emollient, Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer does double duty not just as a face, neck and decolletage treatment, but as an anti-aging hand treatment as well

FEATURES

It is a HUGE 2.8-ounce size; many Retinols are less than an ounce. Only a pea to dime size amount is needed for face and throat.
It has a pump top that ensures not too much product is dispersed at once.
There is a removable stopper plug and opaque product packaging to keep the product fresh
It is suitable for use on face, neck, shoulders, decolletage, and importantly the hands. Hands show signs of aging like brown spots, discoloration, wrinkles and lines, and they respond very well to Retinol, especially when combined with other active ingredients, like this one.

Opaque packaging and stopper plug keeps the product fresh

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

The scent is pleasant and dissipates within a few minutes of application. The cream is rich but the consistency is lightweight, and it spreads evenly. I like the dewy but not oily or greasy feel on my skin. It takes a minute to completely soak in and leave a smooth finish, like a regular moisturizer. It only takes one pump to cover my face, throat and some decolletage. I can apply makeup immediately after application without my face feeling too greasy or oily.

I expected it to feel heavy on my skin because it seems so rich and decadently creamy when pumped out of the bottle, but it spreads very quickly and absorbs so well, my face and especially my throat just drank it up. Â Watch the video at the end of this post to see how smooth and lightweight the product becomes when spread on the skin.

One pump is all you need for face, neck, two pumps for face, neck, decolletage and hands

INGREDIENTS: WHAT SETS LORDSBURY RETINOL+C CREAM MOISTURIZER APART

In addition to 2.5% Pure Retinol, Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, it contains natural and certified organic ingredients like:

Wildcrafted Green Tea is an antioxidant that soothes irritated skin
Vitamin B5 helps soothe and regenerate skin
Vitamin E softens rough skin patches including scars
Organic Aloe Vera feeds the skin and softens the texture. It also helps moisturize and defend skin from irritation.
Organic Jojoba Oil restores youthful properties to skin, nourishing, balancing and moisturizing it.
Organic Sunflower Oil softens the skin
Shea Butter heals scars, nourishes the skin
Propolis is a bee product, it fights infections and heals wounds. It allows for an aggressive Retinol and Vitamin C cell renewal program without skin becoming too red, irritated, flaky or raw. Some Retinol programs leave skin dry and peeling; the Propolis helps keep skin at its’ best. If you are allergic to bee products, take note.

It does NOT contain additives, harsh chemicals, parabens or dyes.

Contains natural, certified organic ingredients to soothe & nourish skin

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply day and night after cleansing the face, neck, decolletage and if you wish, to hands.

CONCLUSION

Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer is a fantastic deal! I was concerned that a combination product would not be as effective as my favorite Vitamin C or Retinol products when applied separately, but I was pleasantly surprised to see it was equally if not more efficient within the one product. Combined with the Hyaluronic Acid and all the skin nourishing natural ingredients, it makes for a great go-to skin moisturizer for face, neck, and the often neglected hands. And the price for the size just can’t be beat: 2.8 ounces!

If you have sensitive skin and have been unable to tolerate a Vitamin C and Retinol skin care plan, Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer is a viable option for you, as it contains several soothing ingredients to counteract the harsh drying effects associated with many Vitamin Cs and Retinols.

Find Lordsbury Retinol+C Cream Moisturizer at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3PSEQX/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=lordsbury-20&linkId=80ce0c85b497e19a5480f6b096cc3147

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PRETTY IN A CUP: RejuvaBlend K-Cups with Biotin For Strong Hair & Nails

April 8, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Women under stress often notice their hair and nails often become lackluster and brittle. Biotin remedies this problem, kicking hair & nail growth into high gear and even skin glows again. But not just any Biotin pill gets results: the key to lush hair, eyelash, eyebrow, and nail growth is finding a high-absorption, bioavailable form of Biotin and then to take it daily. RejuvaBlend developed a way to sneak a daily dose of a high-absorption Biotin into…wait for it…a rich, smooth coffee. RejuvaBlend coffee is like pretty in a K-Cup.

Starting my morning with Rejuvablend Nature Cups K-Cup Coffee with bioavailable Biotin

The only thing better than a quick beauty fix? A quick beauty fix included in your coffee. Like a magic beauty potion, RejuvaBlend coffee remedies a big beauty complaint of many busy women: stress taking a toll on their appearance. Burning the proverbial candle at both ends often leads to the depletion of the body’s reserves, leading to lackluster hair and nail growth.

WHAT IS BIOTIN?

Biotin is a water-soluble B Vitamin (B7) which is associated with glowing skin, thicker, fuller, and longer hair and the growth of longer and stronger nails. Biotin also supports the health of the nerves, digestive tract, metabolism, and cells. Because it is water soluble, it should be taken daily.

WHAT DOES BIOTIN DO FOR HAIR GROWTH?

According to Dr. Richard K. Scher, Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College has spoken extensively about Biotin. Hair that is brittle, damaged, not growing or even experiencing hair loss can have many causes, and Biotin seems to have the ability to halt various types hair loss and encourage regrowth in most women, regardless of the reason behind the loss. Whether hair loss is due to postpartum, stress or poor diet, a bioavailable Biotin can help. Want to regrow overly thinned out eyebrows? Biotin can help with that too.

How Biotin works is unclear. Dr. Scher believes Biotin supports the building of the keratin structure of hair and nails. I thought that sounded promising since my hair looks so much better after a Keratin conditioning treatment.

WHO CAN USE MORE BIOTIN?

Almost everyone. Unlike some B-Vitamins, Biotin is considered safe even in larger doses. But a multi-vitamin and even many B-Complex supplements often do not contain even the minimum daily requirement of Biotin, much less the amount that enhances hair and nail growth.

HOW MUCH BIOTIN IS NECESSARY FOR HAIR GROWTH?

The daily recommended dosage of Biotin required to grow hair is at least 2.5 mg (or 2,500 mcg). Rejuvablend contains 2928mcg.

I was surprised to see that my highly reputable brand and rather expensive daily multi-vitamin pill only contains 33% of the daily requirement of Biotin! After some research, I see my daily multivitamin is not the only one that does not supply as much Biotin as might benefit me. Even a well-known hair-growth vitamin contains only about 60% of the daily recommended dose of Biotin.

ABOUT BIOTIN DEFICIENCY

Few people have a severe Biotin deficiency, but it can occur if you take antioxidant supplements such as Lipoic acid (AKA Alpha Lipoic Acid). If you consume lots of antioxidants in the form of white tea, green tea or as a supplement, these can all increase your need for biotin. Â Lipoic Acid, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplement that is an anti-aging insider beauty secret, made famous by Yale celebrity dermatologist Dr. Nicholas Perricone within his beauty/health and anti-aging diet. Since Alpha Lipoic Acid is such as wonderful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplement, it makes sense to supplement with more Biotin than to cut back on beauty supplements like ALA.

Certain medications and medical conditions can impair or block the absorption of Biotin within your system. If you have such medical problems, a bioavailable Biotin such as found in Rejuvablend can be an excellent daily Biotin source.

WHY BIOTIN IN YOUR COFFEE?

While reputable brand Biotin vitamins are available, there are several advantages to getting Biotin from RejuvaBlend coffee:

EASY AND CONSISTENT: You likely drink coffee every day, so it not only makes it easier to get your Biotin, you will likely not miss a daily dose of Biotin. Consistency is key with Biotin: if you’re serious about growing your hair out, don’t skip doses.
BETTER ABSORPTION: As a B Vitamin, Biotin has better absorption as a liquid that a pill or capsule. Liquid consumption of B Vitamins has twice the absorption rate of pill or capsule form vitamins. Rejuvablend has a proprietary delivery system that maximizes the absorption of Biotin into the body, making the most out of this beauty-making B.
EASY TO SWALLOW: Many Biotin vitamin pills or hair growth vitamins are big, chalky and hard to swallow.
COST: Rejuvablend K-Cups are a comparable price or less expensive than standard K-Cups but with the bonus of a high-grade, proven effective, bioavailable Biotin.
TASTE: Rejuvablend is Tasty! Made with 100% Arabica coffee. It is a medium-dark roast that is not bitter and has a caramel note.

Rejuvablend K-Cups

HOW MUCH BIOTIN IS TOO MUCH BIOTIN?

While it’s hard to have too much Biotin, it is possible. The recommended usage is one to two cups of RejuvaBlend coffee which is enough Biotin to amp up both hair and nail growth, more than that is not necessary.

Drink one to two cups of RejuvaBlend Coffee a day for optimal Biotin levels

ABOUT REJUVABLEND K-CUPS

RejuvaBlend Nature Cups K-Cups are 100% recyclable and work with any Keurig Brewer machine, old or new. They come 16 K-Cups to a box.

HOW DOES REJUVABLEND COFFEE TASTE?

I like it! A smooth, dark, rich taste with no afterbite. There is a note of caramel but it is not too sweet.

RejuvaBlend coffee with Biotin has a rich, smooth taste with a hint of caramel

CONCLUSION

I found RejuvaBlend coffee to be tasty, smooth and delicious without an aftertaste; there is nothing medicinal tasting about this coffee! Hair, skin, and nails all respond well to Biotin, especially when taken with a balanced meal containing other B Vitamin rich foods like eggs, whole grain, cheese, and soy. Having my Biotin in my morning coffee with breakfast ensures that I get this water-soluble vitamin daily. Longer hair, fuller eyebrows, batworthy lashes, and healthy nails, here I come!

Find RejuvaBlend K-Cups wherever K-Cups are sold.

RejuvaBlend is like a pretty potion in your morning cuppa!

Style Chicks received Rejuvablend K-Cups with Biotin in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.