So I'm starting off celebrating the life of Alan Rickman who was in one of my favorite movies of all time, Love Actually. Seriously I watch it over and again. He was incredibly wonderful and talented. By today's standards in Hollywood you do not get to where you are based on his look, which I happen to find extremely gorgeous. His talent allowed him to rise above all of that crap. The way it should be.
Now... onto the products that have the talent as well to help me not look like crap this week. I'm gonna warn you, most of them have to do with skin because Chicago weather has been unforgiving.
What is it? According to Beauty.com...
This protective repairing balm offers complete lip care and regenerates nail contours.
An intensive formula concentrated with precious active ingredients: Restructuring and soothing Essential Rose Wax, nourishing and emollient Floral Oils, hydrating and anti-aging Bio-ceramides, anti free radical and protective UV filters.
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What does Ms. Faux think?
Well Ms. Faux has gone on record with this product in the past. For more on that click HERE. Seriously though I put this on only at night as sort of a mask. It is one of those rare beautiful products that help my seriously dry lips overnight.
Now I do know it has a steep price. Mine was a gift. But I'm not sure I wouldn't go out and re-purchase after I use it all. And to be fair... this will last me a long time because I mainly use it at night.
If you don't like the crazy light color, know that it comes in TINTED OPTIONS as well.
What is it? According to Kiehls.com...
- Regenerates, restores, and replenishes skin for smoother, healthier skin
- Works with the skin's natural nocturnal activity - when skin is most receptive to repairing itself from daily aggressors - to dramatically restore skin
- 99.8% naturally-derived and paraben-free oil for face
- A customer favorite
What does Ms. Faux think?
So I have given my Sunday Riley Luna Oil a break this week in order to try out Kiehl's. I do absolutely love the smell as it has a lavender scent that is perfect at night. What I'm not sure is if my skin is just so dry (which is possible) that this doesn't feel as emollient as the Sunday Riley oil. I have been layering it with the product below which has been working amazingly.
What is it? According to Sephora.com...
What it is:
A gel-cream that 'floods' the skin with a rush of refreshing hydration and minimizes the appearance of pores for soft, smooth, supple skin for normal to combination skin types, including oily skin, and dry skin types looking for a lightweight moisturizer.
What it is formulated to do:
Aqua Bomb is an ultra-lightweight, mineral oil-free gel-cream that instantly cools and refreshes skin while providing intensive hydration. This formula contains a blend of apothecary herbs, including antioxidant-rich lady's mantle, which helps neutralize skin-damaging free radicals, improves skin elasticity, and minimizes the appearances of pores. This refreshing cream is formulated to 'burst' when applied, releasing a flood of weightless moisture onto skin, and then absorb completely for a healthy, smooth, supple appearance.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is dermatologist tested and free of mineral oils, petrolatum, synthetic preservatives, dyes, and fragrances, and animal origin ingredients. Belif's The The True Cream Aqua Bomb is a 2015 Self Approved Beauty award winner.
A gel-cream that 'floods' the skin with a rush of refreshing hydration and minimizes the appearance of pores for soft, smooth, supple skin for normal to combination skin types, including oily skin, and dry skin types looking for a lightweight moisturizer.
What it is formulated to do:
Aqua Bomb is an ultra-lightweight, mineral oil-free gel-cream that instantly cools and refreshes skin while providing intensive hydration. This formula contains a blend of apothecary herbs, including antioxidant-rich lady's mantle, which helps neutralize skin-damaging free radicals, improves skin elasticity, and minimizes the appearances of pores. This refreshing cream is formulated to 'burst' when applied, releasing a flood of weightless moisture onto skin, and then absorb completely for a healthy, smooth, supple appearance.
What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
What else you need to know:
This product is dermatologist tested and free of mineral oils, petrolatum, synthetic preservatives, dyes, and fragrances, and animal origin ingredients. Belif's The The True Cream Aqua Bomb is a 2015 Self Approved Beauty award winner.
What does Ms. Faux think?
This has been the perfect accompaniment to the Kiehl's oil because it is not heavily scented and therefore does not counteract the delightful lavender scent of the Midnight Recovery Oil.
This product on its own packs a punch in the moisture department without heavy on the skin. With this combo I'm managing to take on the Chicago harsh winter.
What is it? According to Walgreens.com....
All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser removes waterproof makeup + cleanses + refreshes. No rinse, no harsh rubbing. For face, lips, eyes. Micelle Technology. No Oil, Alcohol, Fragrance. Surprisingly powerful yet gentle to skin with Micellar Technology. Like a magnet, micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil and makeup without harsh rubbing, leaving skin perfectly clean and refreshed without over-drying.
1-800-370-1925
Saturate a cotton pad. To Remove Eye Makeup: Hold pad over closed eyes for a few seconds, then gently wipe without harsh rubbing. To Clean Skin & Remove Face Makeup: Gently wipe all over until skin is completely clean from makeup and impurities. Use daily, AM/PM. No need to rinse.
What does Ms. Faux think?
I have been on the lookout for a replacement for Bioderma since it is hella expensive and not as easy as just popping into your drugstore. You have to order it.
Most micellar waters I have tried have just not stacked up to Bioderma. It doesn't sting my eyes point blank. Something that the Simple Micellar Water does do. Now... this particular one (made for removal of waterproof make up) is more gentle than the Simple Micellar Water, however still stings a bit. I am going to try their other formulation (in the pink bottle) and see if it fairs any better.
This however is good at removing make up.
What is it? According to MACcosmetics.com...
A lightweight, fluid concealer that provides medium to full coverage with a comfortable, natural matte finish. Gives a smoother, flawless-looking finish on skin. Helps to conceal flaws, dark spots, skin discolouration and under-eye circles.
Seventeen 2014 The Besties: Best Concealer
Seventeen 2014 The Besties: Best Concealer
What does Ms. Faux think?
Well... Ms. Faux doesn't use a lot of concealers unless she has the occasional dark under eye issue or spots.
I realize I'm a bit blessed that my undereye area is doing alright without concealer, but those damn SPOTS!. I think I have had a few breakouts mainly due to the current state of my dry skin. After all I can do to get them under control I have found this is the best concealer all around. Funny that it won a Seventeen award because my skin has felt like a teenager this week.
Anyway... This stuff just stays. They say it has a 15 hour wear. I'm not sure about those claims, because I take off my make up before that time frame, however... it does outdo all of my other concealers in this department.
I love that it is in a pump so less chance of bacteria (especially when dotting it on blemishes) and it works perfectly on my blemishes as well as under the eyes. In other words... if traveling I would only have to pack this one.
It is an amazing formula and does not crease on me.
Honorable Mention:
I have got to give some love to my beloved Clairsonic. Though I haven't ever mentioned it in a Fab Five Friday, I have to give credit where due and I reach for this when my skin is just angry at me. Besides though not a fab five friday award recipent, it always makes Ms. Faux's Favorites and wins those awards. For more information on the Clairsonic, click HERE.
So there you go. The fab five products that have gotten me out the door. Stay tuned because along with blogs on Spring/Summer make up trends, Ms. Faux has some reviews coming up on some of her favorite products to beat the dry winter as well as another blog on amazing oils and how to use them on your skin and hair.
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