“Wet n Wild” Fresh Face Skincare Acne line Thursday, Dec 20 2007

Pro; ??

Con; Pretty much, it doesn’t work.

I found a set of ‘Wet n Wild’ acne prone skin cleanser, acne toner, and spot treatment for next to nothing in some clearance bin and thought, “what have I got to lose?” I hoped it would at least help when my skin got those annoying breakouts, to at least help them clear up faster, if nothing else.

Not only did I find that it didn’t help prevent acne breakouts, but it also didn’t seem to speed up the clearing up of breakouts, either. : ( Overall it was a big disappointment. I’m still using the cleanser because, well, it at least cleans your face! But as far as the “acne treatment” part of it, for me that was a joke. All I can say is no wonder it was in a clearance bin. The “acne toner” doesn’t seem to do a thing for my skin, whether or not there are pimples coming out, and the “spot treatment” is a joke as well. I could use this spot treatment on my acne on one side of my face and an EXPIRED tube of some other brand of acne treatment on the other side of my face, and wake up in the morning with the EXPIRED brand side beginning to clear up, while the “Wet n Wild” spot treatment side did absolutely nothing.

Aside from it being completely useless as an acne skin care product (which is no doubt why it ended up in the bargain bins in the first place) it does smell pretty good and the cleanser is atleast worth using until it’s gone.

1-10 rating (1 bad, 10 outstanding) Product packaging; 0, Product performance;0—

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“Rejuvenique” facial toning mask kit Thursday, Dec 20 2007

Pro; ?

Con;?

Now here is where I post concerns rather than (hopefully helpful) feedback from experience with a product. This product is one that I have ended up buying because #1)I am pretty much obsessed with turning back time and looking better, and #2) I can’t afford something as expensive as Suzanne Somers “facemaster” right now, which limits my options here. I found a deal on a “Rejuvenique” facial toning mask for under $20 with shipping included in the price, and thought “why not?” It was going for ULTRA cheap, and this product retailed in some places for $80 and others over $150!

It was an impulse buy and I didn’t have the proper time to really read up on consumer reviews of this product until *after* the purchase was made and the the freaky-looking mask kit is now in the mail on it’s way to me.. Thing is, now that I’ve read up a bit on this kit, I’m not sure I’ll try it at all once it does arrive. Not only did I read that there were concerns about it’s safety, but I read numerous reviews by people who have tried it and stated that it was a *painful* experience, comparing it to an actual electrical shock. Um, no thanks!

Not sure what I’m going to do with it now, aside from scowl at the box and maybe end up using the mask as some warped halloween prop. Frankly, I’m too scared to even consider trying this mask out at this point, I’m way too squeamish to imagine being able to tolerate numerous shocks over a period of 15 minutes straight even ONCE, let alone each day! What was I thinking? I suppose it was a moment of desperate hope at finding some new phenominal way of toning my face to a firmer and more youthful look..

I really wanted, and was interested in, Suzanne Somers “facemaster” which I saw on an HSN demo recently, however I have since read that *that* device is a bit painful as well, in comparison to “Rejuvenique”, and compared to little “shocks”. However, with “Facemaster”, I DID read far better reviews as far as impressive results, where as with “Rejuvenique” I have been reading more cautions and bad experiences, as well as heckles, rather than anything overly good.

Once the freakazoid contraption gets here, I will no doubt post an update on my reaction(s) and if I actually do take the scary leap to give it a try, but to be honest? I seriously DOUBT I’ll buckle and try it, regardless of how much I want to improve my face! I’m scared even thinking about it… 

Anyone out there have experience-based feedback about the “Rejuvenique” mask? I’d love to hear…

 >>UPDATE; This product still frightens me. I received the box in the mail yesterday, and opened it today not really expecting to get up the nerve to use it. I was right. It came with the mask, battery, operating device/regulator, toning gel, a VHS instructional video, and two booklets. Even after reading the booklets and watching my recklessly “brave” boyfriend try it out for fifteen minutes, I’m even less enthusiastic to give it a go. My boyfriend was gung ho to strap it on and try it out. He boasts of a high tolerance to pain, and even *he* flinched when some of the ‘gold-plated contact points’ shocked him a little harder than he’d been expecting (granted, he was turning the dial higher up between 7 and 10 for a while there). Forget that.. I doubt I’ll ever have the courage to do it, and there goes my dream of getting the facemaster, as it pretty much is in the same category. It’s powered by a 9 volt battery, which is supposedly ‘mild’ (I don’t care to find out), so for those of you who don’t mind touching exposed plugs or wires and getting shocked at a higher level, you probably won’t mind this device on your face in the least bit then.

For those of you who are quite squeamish like me, and don’t particularly like the idea of taking shocks (on ANY degree) to the face, you probably won’t want to try this.  So alas, I can’t really give an accurate or ‘personal experience’ critique on this device, I can only tell everyone that I’m too chicken to give it a try, even with as curious as I am to get results on my face..  My boyfriend, even with the flinches, said it “wasn’t that bad.” But then he doesn’t mind discomfort and pain, either. Use your best judgement(s) and good luck! If I ever get up the nerve to try it, I’ll re post here (naturally), but I doubt it. Thankfully I blew less than $20 on this one, rather than over $100 on the facemaster.

1-10 rating (1 bad, 10 outstanding) *Seeing as how I have not tried it, and remain afraid to, I cannot really rate this product based on performance.

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Signature Club A Morning Pearl Cream Thursday, Dec 20 2007

Pro; Gives skin an instant “glow” and brightens the whole face, plumps areas with fine lines. A little goes a long way!

Con; Pricey stuff! Sometimes the “irridescent” tint in the cream ‘cakes’ in small areas if not applied evenly and thoroughly.

Signature club A morning pearl cream is actually my favorite thing to put on, alone or with make up! I love the instant brightening “glow” it gives my face. This is also great if you’re looking for that “candlelight” type glow for an evening event. It is also very good with temporarily firming and plumping fine lines and ‘prepping’ your face for foundation make up, if you so desire. Each time I apply the ‘morning pearl cream’ before I apply make up for the day, I find that my face looks THAT much better and flawless. There is a shimmery sheer tint in the cream that lends a look to the facial skin that I cannot even truly put into words how fantastic it looks, even without any make up! Sometimes I just put a little concealer over problem areas, apply a little morning pearl cream, and I’m done (and happy!).

My only suggestion is to make sure when you apply it, that you’re getting it all evenly, especially in areas where skin crinkles when you make facial expressions, as the irridescent tint will ‘cake’ a bit otherwise. As long as you re check it (and touch it up if need be) with your finger before heading out the door, you should be good to go! This cream also makes a great ‘highlight’ for cheekbones and chin if you’re just looking for a little glow above your blush or just alone. The ‘plumping’ and firming over fine lines, of course, is temporary, but the ‘glow’ this cream offers is benefit enough by itself to use (at least for me)!

Also, with this thick cream, a little goes a looong way! I only dab a bit on the tips of my middle and ring fingers twice during application usually, and these two dabs take care of my entire face for the entire day. So this is another perk of the product, you don’t have to use a lot each time, so your product lasts far longer! I have been using the same container for well over a year, on average a couple of times a week, and still have others that I have not even had to break the seals on yet.

I also use the accompanying “Morning eye gel” which comes in a clear little jar with a black top, and the gel is pink. You dab a bit under your eyes at the beginning of the day and it helps with puffiness. Yet again, I’m impressed with this product as well and almost always use it because I have issues with bags under my eyes when I wake up, and this product tends to almost instantly brighten and tone up my undereye area. This also goes a very long way, as you only need a SMALL dab on one finger (preferably your ring finger, less pressure) to apply.

The signature club A line is offered on HSN.com or can be found on ebay and other similar sites, so shop around for the best deals!

1-10 rating (1 bad, 10 outstanding) Product packaging; 6, Product Performance; 10+++

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Principal Secret “Reclaim” skin care line Thursday, Dec 20 2007

Pro; this line really DOES work, in fact it IMPROVED my skin clarity over time!

Con; I have NO complaints about these products!

When I first tried Victoria Principals “Reclaim” line, I had no expectations, really. The set was a gift from a friend and I thought “oh, why not?” I used the cleanser, anti-aging face cream, and the eye cream over a period of a couple of weeks. Not only did I notice a VISIBLE difference in the overall quality of my facial skin, but I noticed blemishes and acne vanishing!

I’ve had irritating problems with acne breakouts most of my adult life, and attribute it to a high sensitivity to different products, as well as stress and rollercoaster hormone cycles. My breakouts seemed to be an average of every freakin’ week before I began the “Reclaim” regime. After a week or so of using the line every day/night, I noticed my breakouts had ceased, which I absolutely HAD NOT been expecting! The line, as far as I know, does not make any claims at stopping acne breakouts. This line only promises help  with fine lines and wrinkles/skin elasticity. So I was surprised to find that it also cleared up my skin, and I looked radiant! My skin actually was glowing, I even have pictures from that time, where my skin looked like peaches and cream and I was wearing hardly any make up. During that time, I got numerous compliments from friends, as well, on how great my skin looked. Something I am NOT used to hearing!

On top of the acne clarity, I noticed my blemishes and uneven skin tone was clearing up as well, and my skin looked near perfect, the best it had looked in years! Alas, I ran out of the stuff and I got lazy (as I tend to do on a very regular basis) over time, I continued using whatever skin care I had on hand, and said I’d get more of the “Reclaim” just ASAP.. That was a long time ago, and even now as I talk about it, I regret not buying a whole crate of the stuff to use over time because shortly after I stopped using it, my skin breakouts came back and the blemishes also darkened once again. Needless to say, my skin hasn’t looked THAT good since! : (

My advice? If you have acne prone skin, this MAY or MAY NOT work for you. I cannot promise it will help EVERYONE with acne, I can only share that it seemed to help *me* with mine. The line does list it’s skin cream as a non irritant, and I suppose that helped in my situation. It most certainly improved my skin clarity and elasticity as well. I was VERY, VERY impressed with the “Reclaim” products, and would reccommend it to anyone who’s looking for a GOOD skin care line for fine lines and wrinkles/skin clarity. It feels great going on, has a light, fresh scent and doesn’t feel ‘heavy’ on the face. The fact that it is considered a “non irritating formula” is also GREAT for anyone who has sensitive skin and a high intolerance/risk of breakouts with many other skin creams.

.. I really DO need to get more of this line, and QUICK!!!

1-10 rating (1 bad, 10 outstanding) Packaging; N/A, Product Performance; 10++++

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Igia Facial-Glo microdermabrasion kit Thursday, Dec 20 2007

Pro; Great for facial toning and skin clarity when used regularly.

Con; I wish the handheld device were a little more sturdy.

 The Igea “facial-Glo” microdermabrasion system.

Personally, I give this little product two thumbs up! I am a big fan of facial kits that help with firming and skin clarity, and I found this product in a store about four years ago for under $10.00, surprisingly. I had no idea how impossible it would seem to be to find in stores years later, and to this day I’m sorry I didn’t buy a few more since they were so cheap! Nowadays I see a few here and there online and they’re going for far more in price.  Mine still works, however I also went about 8 or 9 months without using it because I got lazy for a time, but even with continuous everyday use, this little device has stood the test of time and when I use it daily and keep up a routine, I do notice a measure of skin clarity and firmness. In other words, it DOES make a bit of a difference in the overall contouring of the face, at least it has for me.

 I am impressed enough to continue using it and to plan to buy another one to have on hand,  just ASAP.  If you’re looking for something drastic, this isn’t going to make you look like you had a facelift or anything. I’m doubting anything will be that significant aside from actually *having* cosmetic surgery or strong peels/microdermabrasion professionally.

 If you’re just looking to improve your skin and your facial contouring, this can help if you use it regularly. I actually saw subtle results and improvements after only a couple of uses, and was happy. I have a separate microdermabrasion kit which I use for facial scrubs (I will discuss that on the site as well) and such, so I rarely use the brush attachment on this one and I don’t really use it for the microdermabrasion benefits, but when I have, I have no complaints there either. I just prefer to keep this device for the facial contouring, and I use the knobby white attachment mostly, followed by the flat pink knobby attachment in circular motions over my face, especially around laugh lines, cheekbones, jawline, underneath the chin, and underneath the eyes.

My only con with this device is pretty minor, really. I only wish the company had made the handheld device just a little more durable. Other than that, though, I have no real problems with this product and I reccommend it to anyone looking to improve their facial tone.

You can probably find deals on ebay or something if you look for this product, just make sure you’ve searched around to find what it averages, price-wise, first!

1-10 rating (1 bad, 10 outstanding).. Quality; 9, Product performance; 10+++

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