Okay, so unless you were living under a rock right now, you would know that the Sephora spring sale is currently going on.
Being a beauty blogger, I have the opportunity to try out so many amazing products, both brands that are sold at Sephora, as well as ones that aren’t. If you are looking for some amazing skincare to pick up, there are so many options out there, but a brand that has been tried and true for years is Fresh.
Now, Fresh has so many products available that it can be a little confusing and overwhelming with what to try, but don’t worry girl, I got ‘chu. The brand recently sent me four must-have items that I think also really help introduce you to the brand if you haven’t tried it before.
Keep reading…
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser
Okay so it wouldn’t be a Fresh post if I didn’t mention their iconic cleanser.
The Soy Fresh Face Cleanser (C$58) is a pH-balancing face wash that contains amino acid-rich soy proteins that help to melt away makeup and the look of impurities for more toned skin.
Perfect for all skin types, this helps with dry, dull and uneven texture. The lightweight gel gently removes any dirt, oil, makeup, you name it, on the skin so you are left feeling soft and hydrated. The formula also contains calming cucumber extract to sooth the skin, as well as rosewater to calm and balance.
Fresh has this cleanser available in a variety of sizes and price points so you don’t have to break the bank to pick it up. I recommend their limited-edition 200 ml size since it will last you for a few months (I would say anywhere from three to four months!).
Fresh Kombucha 2-in-1 No-Rinse Cleanser & Prebiotic Treatment
I loooooooove the Fresh Kombucha Antioxidant Facial Treatment Essence so I was over the moon to see they came out with a new product in the line.
The Fresh Kombucha 2-in-1 No-Rinse Cleanser & Prebiotic Treatment (C$58) is a one-step cleanser and treatment that removes makeup, dirt, oil, impurities, and more, as well refines the look of pores and protects the skin’s barrier with a prebiotic inulin for skin clarity.
This treatment is perfect for all skin types and is great for large pores, dullness, and uneven texture. The formula includes prebiotic inulin, which is a plant-based extract that is derived by chicory roots and helps to keep skin balanced and better able to defend against external aggressors which can lead to dehydrated pores and visible pores. It also has kombucha, which smooths skin and increases luminosity, as well as defends against oxidative stress caused by pollution. Finally, it has soap berry peel extract, which gently cleanses the skin of dirt and impurities.
This treatment will be perfect for summer, and although it’s a two-in-one cleanser and essence (which acts like a toner), I think I would still use a cleanser before it, this way you can double cleanse your skin for the best wash possible.
Fresh Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Moisturizer
We’ve cleansed, we’ve toned, now we moisturize!
If you are looking for some hydration, grab Fresh’s Rose & Hyaluronic Acid Deep Hydration Moisturizer (C$55), which is a lightweight gel-cream that is powered by advanced hyaluronic acids and time-release hydro-patches that deliver up to 24 hours of moisture.
This moisturizer is ideal for normal, dry, combination, and oily skin and helps to combat dryness, dullness, and uneven texture. The formula contains hydro-patches, which help to attract and retain moisture, as well as angelica leaf extract to retain moisture, and an advanced combination of hyaluronic acid for even more intense hydration. In addition to all this, there is also rosewater, rose flower oil, and vitamin E in the formula.
As you’ve read, this moisturizer is key for restoring hydration to your skin. Use it morning and night for the best results.
Fresh Hydrating Lip Balm
Finally, the one beauty item you absolutely need is a good lip balm!
I have a couple of the Fresh Lip Balms (C$24) and I absolutely love them. This lip balm comes in a little pot that opens up to reveal the product (the only thing that’s missing from this is an applicator but it’s not a deal breaker!). This lip balm delivers 24-hour moisture and soft shine.
Available in nine scents (I have Rose and Caramel), this lip balm is amazing for rough and parched lips. The texture is like a petroleum jelly and glides on the lips. The formula contains sugar, which prevents moisture loss, a blend of apricot kernel, black currant seed and grapeseed oils to soften and moisturize, as well as vitamin E to protect.
Of course Fresh has so many other amazing products, but these are some great staples to start with if you haven’t tried the brand before and want to see what all the hype is about (and the hype is so real!).
Also, if you are picking up some Fresh products during the Sephora sale, use code OMGSPRING to save some cash!
What are you favourite Fresh products?
Please note, products provided by PR. All opinions are my own.
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When it comes to breakfast beverages, mimosas are definitely at the top of my list.
With Mother’s Day coming up, Bath & Body Works has released the most holiday-appropriate scent, Sunshine Mimosa. This scent is a blend of champagne and citrus and smells sweet, refreshing, and summery.
As part of the collection, the brand has released just about every product they offer in this new scent. Think hand soaps, candles, lotions, body wash, fragrance mist, and even a perfume.
I actually didn’t even know that Bath & Body Works had eau de parfum and this one comes in a beautiful orange bottle that will promise to bring some happiness to yourself, your mom, or anyone you buy it for.
I know that Bath & Body Works releases scents often, but next time you are near a store, I definitely recommend popping in and giving this one a whiff. It’s really light, fruity, sweet, and overall pleasant and after wearing the scent for a few days now I definitely plan on making myself a mimosa this weekend (or two… or three… or bottomless).
Like I said, Bath & Body Works has this fragrance in just about all their items, but I recommend checking out the fine fragrance mist, the candle, and hand soap, and if you want a real treat, the perfume.
I know it’s still early, but if you’re like me and like getting gifts out of the way early, then I would pick up a few items for mom from the new Sunshine Mimosa collection (it was inspired by mimosas at Mother’s Day brunch). I know for my mom, she loves gifts from Bath & Body Works, so this one will definitely be included in her gift for this year.
Have you smelled Sunshine Mimosa yet?
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The beauty category I could never get sick of? Skincare!
Seriously, brands have been on a roll with their skincare releases lately and just when I thought I’ve seen it all, there’s always more that gets released. When it comes to skincare, there is basically an item for just about any concern and the best part is, since the industry is so huge, there are so many options for any price point.
So if you are on the hunt for some new goodies this month (and just in time for the Sephora spring sale) then keep reading..
Laneige Lip Treatment Balm
One of my favourite skincare products ever is the Laneige Lip Sleeping Balm. I use this lip balm every single night before bed and the little jar will literally last you forever.
If you are a fan like me, then you’ll be overjoyed to know that the Korean skincare brand recently released a new lip balm to the family, the Lip Treatment Balm (C$32).
This lip balm, which comes in a super cute pink container that opens up, is a pearlescent daily lip treatment that coats lips in nourishing hydration, visibly smooths lip wrinkles, and boosts the look of fullness.
At first I totally thought this was along the same lines as their Lip Sleeping Mask, but this balm has a slight shiny tinge in it thanks to the pearlescent finish. The formula contains coconut oil to moisturize and hydrate, peptide and adenosine to smooth lip wrinkles and boost fullness and firmness, and a pearlescent shine to make the lips stand out.
This lip balm smells amazing thanks to the coconut oil (perfect for summer since it smells like pina colada) and also has a cooling sensation when applied (which helps lips appear fuller as well). The part I really love about it is the packaging. It features a button detail on the lid which is actually the applicator which pulls out to apply the product, so not only is it super cool, but it’s also functional and keeps the balm nice and clean.
So if you’re wondering what the real difference is between this one, the Lip Sleeping Mask, and the Lip Glowy Balm, the sleeping mask is an overnight treatment, the glowy balm is for everyday wear, and the lip treatment is more a more intense treatment and also makes lips appear fuller.
If you are a fan of either of Laneige’s lip balms already then you need to pick this one up.
Tula Prime of Your Life Smoothing & Firming Treatment
You guys know how much I love Tula, so when they released a new primer, I was thrilled to try it out.
I’ve tried all their other primers, and although I don’t wear much makeup anymore, hence the decrease in the use of primers, I have always really loved how theirs performs and applies.
Tula’s newest primer, Prime of Your Life Smoothing & Firming Treatment ($42 USD) is a primer that has a skincare mentality and is packed with peptides, collagen amino acids & hyaluronic acid to smooth out the look of wrinkles, while also plumping and firming the appearance of skin over time.
This primer contains Vitamins B and C to brighten skin, as well as marine algae to improve elasticity, a blend of probiotics and prebiotic extracts to keep skin balanced and reduce the look of wrinkles.
This primer is very soft and light, and instantly gives you a blurred effect on the skin. You can either wear it alone or underneath makeup for a flawless application.
Don’t forget, score 15% off your Tula.com order with code SHAYNA.
Belif Aqua Bomb Sleeping Mask
I love myself a good sleeping mask, so when I got in Belif’s Aqua Bomb Sleeping Mask (C$45), I couldn’t want to go to bed and give it a try.
Apply this gel mask before bed to lock in and seal moisture all night long. This mask contains Scottish Heather, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, Lady’s Mantle, which helps keep complexion smooth and youthful, and nappies aqua formula, which boosts hyaluronic acid.
This mask has a jelly-like formula (honestly, it feels like Jello), which contours to the skin to provide a refreshing layer of hydration. This mask will help to rejuvenate and replenish dull, dry, and fatigued skin so you wake up with hydration, glowing, and happy skin.
If you use retinol, this mask is also great to layer over top since retinol can be drying on the skin. Apply your retinol first and then layer this on top to lock in moisture.
Reversa Radiance Glow Cream
I’m a huge fan of Reversa products and have been for a while now. Not only is the line Canadian, but it’s often found in derma clinics and it’s not as expensive as some of it’s other medical-spa counterparts.
New to the line is the Reversa Radiance Glow Cream (C$60), which is a lotion that is aimed to give you a radiant, hydrated, and luminous complexion.
We all now how our skin changes depending on the season and the weather, so this cream is aimed to instantly restore and revive skin’s luminosity and natural radiance. The formula contains a blend of glycolic acid, nonapeptide-1, murunga plum, and watermelon fruit extracts (I’ve been seeing this a lot lately in skincare) to smooth out the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and give your skin a natural-looking glow. It also contains fragmented hyaluronic acid and shea butter to hydrate, plump, strengthen, and protect skin, so after a few days of use you’ll notice a more radiant complexion.
In addition to all this, this cream also has illuminating pigments in the formula to reflect and diffuse light, as well as mask fine lines and slight imperfections. It’s the cream that will give you a summer glow right now.
Fenty Beauty Body Sauce Luminizing Tint
Speaking of summer, the one product you absolutely need for your body during the summer months (aside from sunscreen obvi) is Fenty Beauty’s Body Sauce Luminizing Tint (C$63).
This new body makeup from Fenty is a blurring, lightweight and subtly lumping body tint that applies like a dream thanks to its silky texture and helps to blur up any imperfection and add a killer glow.
This product, available in seven shades (I have the lightest one, Pearl Swirl), is transfer and sweat resistant, meaning that it won’t melt or wash away. It’s incredible lightweight and blends out to perfection, leaving you with a subtly shimmering complexion.
I love using products like this in the summer for nights out since it helps to cover up any veins, spots, etc. on my legs. This one also adds subtle colour which is buildable, as well as a radiant glow, which is incredibly eye catching. Of course this isn’t just for the legs, you can put it on your shoulders, chest, really anywhere that needs a little oomph. I can’t wait to use this all summer long.
Indeed in-ceramide Daily Moisture Cream
Looking for long-lasting hydration? Then take a look at Indeed’s newest product.
The Indeed Labs in-ceramide Daily Moisture Cream (C$22.99) is a lightweight cream that is aimed to give you all-day hydration, as well as plumpness for dry and sensitive skin types.
This cream contains three ceramides, which are known for packing on moisture. The three ceramides are C+eramide, which increases hydration by over 75 per cent in just an hour; SK-Influx, which restores the skin’s barrier function and enhances moisturization, which helps out sensitive skin; and Hydrasensyn Glucan, which combines the hydrating properties of hyaluronic acid and the structure of collagen to reduced inflammation, smooth out skin, and provide long-lasting hydration.
Use this moisturizer both day and night to get hydrated and nourished skin.
There are so many amazing skincare products to try out this month, and believe me, this isn’t all of them. Keep a look out for more blog posts this month featuring more iconic and new skincare products that should be on your radar.
What’s in your skincare routine for April 2021?
Please note, products provided by PR. All opinions are my own.
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