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Review: Valentia Even Glow Serum

Review: Valentia Even Glow Serum

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*sent for review*
ABOUT
EVENS SKIN TONE: Vanquish dark spots and skin discoloration, replacing uneven and ill-textured skin with smooth, wrinkle-free skin that leaves you looking flawless and ageless.
INCREASES GLOW & RADIANCE: Revitalize your skin with essential fatty acids that leave skin smooth and radiant. Smooth skin capable of reflecting light will give your skin a youthful glow and a brilliant shine for that well-rested and refreshed look.
ABSORBS RAPIDLY: Moisturizes skin due to the capacity of the hyaluronic acid to absorb water, thereby increasing fluid between cells, giving your skin a smoother and younger appearance. This intense water absorption means no more dry, peeling or cracked skin, even in extreme weather.
BOOST COLLAGEN PRODUCTION: The presence of Organic Rosehip Seed oil increases collagen production so your skin retains the elasticity responsible for a youthful appearance and prevents skin sagging associated with aging. Enjoy smooth and supple skin that takes years off your appearance.
REDUCES WRINKLES & FINE LINES: Reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles with the help of our foundation 20 % Vitamin C. Special ingredients such us Sea Buckthorn oil plump up the skin, which reduces fine lines and wrinkles in the skin so it is smoother, clearer and younger.

MY THOUGHTS

I’ve been experimenting with a lot of different skin care products lately and I think I may have found a gem with this one. This serum has a creamy consistency and a delicious citrus smell. I’m always on the hunt for something to moisturize my ridiculously dry skin and this product does a very good job of adding additional moisture before I apply my daily facial lotion. I don’t have any problems with wrinkles or sagging skin yet but I have seen improvements in my skins overall tone and texture. 

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First Impressions: InstaNaturals Toner, Serum & Eye Gel

First Impressions: InstaNaturals Toner, Serum & Eye Gel

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**Products were sent for review by Brandbacker**

Pore Tightening Vitamin C Facial Toner
InstaNatural’s Pore Tightening Vitamin C Facial Toner is an all-in-one hydrator infused with anti-aging ingredients to leave your skin feeling refreshed and balanced with each pump of its formula. Vitamin C in the mist helps renew skin by neutralizing free radicals and UV-related damage to protect and strengthen the epidermis. Witch Hazel’s astringent properties purify oily skin and tighten pores, all while the sulfur drives deep penetration of these ingredients to increase skin elasticity. With each spray, your face is restored to natural pH levels and is in prime condition to absorb serums and moisturizers effectively.

Hyaluronic Acid Serum

InstaNatural’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum contains Hyaluronic Acid along with a perfect blend of antioxidants such as Vitamin C + Jojoba Oil + Green Tea. With a capacity to sustain up to a 1,000 times its weight in water, Hyaluronic Acid is a great natural hydrator by helping the skin to retain moisture.
InstaNatural’s Eye Gel provides absolute care to the eye area. It is enriched with Plant Stem Cells, Hyaluronic Acid, Matrixyl 3000, Vitamin E and Jojoba Oil to help with dark circles, wrinkles, puffiness and sagging skin. This blend of powerful ingredients increases elasticity and enhances the tone of your skin to provide a firm, plump appearance.

MY THOUGHTS

InstaNatural is a new to me brand that uses organic and natural ingredients to make high quality skin, hair, and body products. I’ve only had these products for a short time so I’m going to quickly go through my first impressions from my first couple of uses.

One of my favorite thing about the Vitamin C Toner is that it comes in a spray bottle. It’s so refreshing and easy to just mist a few spritz all over my face. The toner also has light citrus scent that’s very invigorating. I love plain old witch hazel as my regular toner and this one has witch hazel as it’s base with just a few added vitamins and ingredients to make it even more nourishing to the skin.

The Hyaluronic Acid Serum comes in a nice heavy glass jar with a dropper top. The dropper doesn’t always pick up the product well enough but it’s not a major problem. The serum has the consistency of hair gel but emulsifies well when you rub it into the skin. That’s about where the good things stop for me and this serum. Although it contains Hyaluronic Acid I did not find it to be very moisturizing at all. After reading the ingredients I noticed that it contained witch hazel, glycerin (which can be drying at low dew points), and very few oils. I think that this serum would be fine for the summer or for someone with oily skin but I’m going to have to pass on finishing this bottle for right now. I plan on reviewing another one of Instanatural’s serums that has more of an oil base to it in the near future so keep a look out for that.

InstaNatural’s Youth Express Eye Gel comes in a nice pump container. I love pumps because they keep the germs out. The gel has a hair gel like consistency similar to the serum but a little thicker. I’m loving this eye gel thus far. It really helps to get rid of the bags under my eyes (thanks grad school!) and make me look more awake. It also has a light cucumber scent and feels cool when you apply it. It’s like a mini trip to the spa. Although it’s an eye gel the label says you can use it all over your face. I think this would be amazing to stick in the fridge on a hot day and apply all over your face for a quick relaxing treatment. 

Available via Amazon (Toner, Serum, Eye Gel)