Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser & Hydrating Serum= Love

When I'm stressed it shows up on my face. For the past six months I was doing quite well on my skin care journey...until my holy grail products finished. Ugh I can't begin to tell you how at 26 years old I wish I didn't have a blemish on my skin. I think all of this is payback for going 22 years blemish free. Yes.. You heard me!

I was one of the lucky ones who swore I'd be blemish free for life...but reality has set in :|

So far, I've been using Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser & Hydrating Serum religiously for over a month. 

Sea Buckthorn Facial Cleanser
This all-natural balancing facial cleanser gently removes dirt, impurities and make-up while maintaining a healthy balance in your skin without compromising its natural protective nutrients. 

Sea Buckthorn Hydrating Serum
This light, non-oily serum will flood your skin with moisture and help deeply hydrate your face and neck to eliminate that tight, dry feeling caused by dehydration. Natural sea buckthorn oils have proven to improve skin tone and texture, and help brighten complexion and stimulates cell renewal.


In one month, my pores have gotten smaller and my scars have faded slightly. Since pictures are better to show my progress. Here is a before and after shot:

Isn't that amazing! Anyone in need of  some quick skin assistance check out Sibu over at the Shopping Channel.

Reviva Labs Microdermabrasion Pomegranate Scrub Review

It's hard to find a facial scrub which fits my specific requirements:

• Not over-drying
• Not too harsh
• Doesn't burn
• Doesn't have big chunks 
• Does disintegrate before I finish scrubbing

Look at that list. I feel like Goldilocks with all of my odd specifications!

I got the chance to try out a Microdermabrasion Pomegranate Scrub from Reviva Labs. We all know how popular Microdermabrasion is right now. If I can get it for $19.00 US and get multiple uses out of it.. I'm IN!

The Reviva Labs Microdermabrasion Pomegranate Scrub has some big claims:

 Now even sensitive skin can enjoy microdermabrasion! With pure mild magnesium oxide, pomegranate, and soothing, calming organic oils. Reviva's microdermabrasion pomegranate scrub helps retexturize skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles or rough skin by featuring gentle magnesium oxide crystals and pomegranate instead of abrasive aluminum oxide. And to further avoid irritation as it exfoliates and removes impurities, our Micro Scrub induces a complex of organic oils. Cleanses in depth but gentle enough to use on even sensitive or acne skin.

First impressions:

I didn't expect a moisturizer like consistency. Most of the scrubs I own are thick! 

This was a nice change.

Doesn't it look like a good cream! 

You can't tell but there is fine pieces of "sand" in there. It reminds me of the "sand" used in traditional microdermabrasion.

Pros

• The exfoliants didn't disintegrate after scrubbing. I think it was partly because of the moisturizer like formula.
• The best part was how a little bit went a long way.

Con for some..Pro for me

• I didn't really smell any pomegranate in the product. For someone with sensitive skin, I found that to be more of a pro.

Tip

• Make sure that you don't have any lip gloss or balm on when you wash your face.
• Lightly steam your face before the microdermabrasion for a better result.

Would you be interested in using a product like this?

Giveaway: Free session of crystal microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy from fresh.beautiful: the skin studio

fresh.beautiful: the skin studio has given me the opportunity to give away (one) free 30-minute session of crystal microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy at there Ajax location.

fresh.beautiful: the skin studio is about providing a natural and non-invasive approach to cleaner, healthier and brighter skin. We focus on understanding your personal skin issues and determining its needs. Our end goal is to develop a special skin therapy tailor-made just for you.

If you need more information check out my latest experience with fresh.beautiful HERE.  I would also recommend you do your research to get familiar with the procedure, so you won't have any surprises.

Rules:

Must be over 18 years old

How to enter:
Must be a Spicedbeauty.com follower
Must follow fresh.beautiful on twitter (if you don't have an account that's okay..just let me know below)

Once that is complete just reply below in the comments section with
Enter me

Giveaway ends:

May 5 at midnight

On a crusade to end discolouration, scars & stretch marks with Palmers: Skin Therapy Oil

Recently Palmer’s Cocoa Butter launched a new product in Canada: Skin Therapy Oil. This product targets some of the most “troublesome” skin care concerns. The major benefits include prevention and treatment for the appearance of stretch marks, discolouration and scars.

Summer is coming! I can't stress this enough..as the weather gets hotter, I see less and less clothes. Ladies we need to prepare our selves.

I admit I have problem areas like every other women. Two issues which I'll show you all is on my right arm and left pinky. The arm scar is three years old.. the pinky is two weeks.

I know these are not huge imperfections but there exposed everyday and I want to fade them. I want you all to join if you can! I will be posting my day 14 update in 2 weeks. Hoping for the best!

I burnt myself with a light bulb :(

I cut myself on a unfinished table :(

The Formula:
A preservative free, lightweight oil that absorbs rapidly into the skin to help combat major skin concerns and is safe to use all over including the face. It instantly hydrates, smoothes and softens skin.

Smell:
Smells like chocolate but it doesn't linger throughout the day.

Where to Buy:
Walmart  $9.99.

Do you have skin imperfections you want to change?  Is this something you would purchase?

Love Package from Rai

After a long seven months Rai and I swapped our Love packages. If you haven't already go follow her now: http://www.glam-morena.com/

Lets get started on this lovely haul:

1. Soap & Glory: The Fab Pore Hot Cloth Cleanser- I seen a blog review on it once and the before and after pictures made me want to buy it. The obvious issue is that I could find the particular item in Zellers or SDM, so I'm happy Rai got me a tube. The crappy part is that there is suppose to be a cloth in the box but someone stole it :(
2. L'oreal Infallible Beyonce Red- this color is gorgeous. I wish I could remember which blogger I seen wear it :|  It's long lasting and fab.. This is definitely the type of lipstick to wear on a night out. Minimal touch up required :D
3. Nail polishes from China Glaze & WnW: Zombie Zest- Ick-A-Body-Mummy May I & Party of Five Glitters.

 

1. OMG isn't that necklace amazing!!! I first seen it at F21 in Fairview mall but it had a scratch. I left it in the store and never saw it again. So happy I got one now.
2. Sleek palette in original. So gorgeous and pigmented.

Hello Kitty tee from F21! This would be fab with a pair of  light denim short or acid washed jeans :)

Last but least fab accessories from F21!
*I also got a 2 finger-ring in my package but I was wearing it and I forgot to take a picture.
Thanks Rai!

Have you guys tried any of these products?

Microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy treatment at Fresh.Beautiful

Back in January I went for my first microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy treatment at Fresh Beautiful. I was scared as hell but intrigued at the benefits that it has on various skin types.

fresh.beautiful: the skin studio is about providing a natural and non-invasive approach to cleaner, healthier and brighter skin. We focus on understanding your personal skin issues and determining its needs. Our end goal is to develop a special skin therapy tailor-made just for you.

I suffer from scarring on my cheeks from pimples... I'm lucky that I don't have indents but I wanted a clean even skin tone. Here is more on the process:

This process clears away the skins surface layer, revealing a new, brighter layer. This mild resurfacing of the skin has also stimulates the production of new skin cells. Then nurture your epidermis with cold laser light your skin, which protects, hydrates, and replenishes the skin. Laser therapy also allows Fresh Beautiful’s gel products to penetrate the deeper layers to stimulate, rejuvenate, and heal the skin. Reap the benefits of the combination of these two procedures and you will reveal brighter, healthier skin.

They have two locations: Ajax and Toronto. My treatment was with Lori in Toronto. Before anything started I explained my skin situation. I kinda feel bad because I asked so much questions. I feel like I overwhelmed her but it was best to know everything before I started the procedure.

Pictures from skin prep- microdermabrasion-clean off:

 Experience:
I have very sensitive skin, so some areas were tender...especially on my cheekbones. Lori was very careful to avoid those areas. Also she guided me through the whole process by telling me about the products she used and why.

Some people I talked to about microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy told me that they had instant skin gratification. I didn't... It took me about a week to actually see results. I personally think it was because I went during a time when my skin was irradiated from a breakout.

Its April and I can tell you that my skin is 100% better. My random breakout are NOT as severe at all. Also my skin care regime works much better.

Ladies have you ever had a Microdermabrasion and cold laser light therapy treatment? If so, what did you think about it?