InstaNatural Vitamin C Moisturizer

I've used InstaNatural in the past, the Acne Cleaser. It was amazing! It was gentle on my skin, worked perfectly and smelled of oranges. I couldn't wait to try out another product.

Unfortunately this product was a total miss for me. It comes in a nice pump bottle, but the moisturizer is so thick it makes a bit of a mess. The lotion also goes on your face very thick. It takes a long time to absorb and leaves a filmy feeling on my face hours after application. My face is left oily and tight feeling. I haven't even attempted to apply makeup over it. 

It also burns my skin. I sit here now, an hour after applying and my face still stings. I've tried this for several days to see if I could get used to not only the sting, but the very unpleasant scent of the moisturizer. Neither of these things are getting better, so I am probably just going to toss this product. 

I would only give InstaNatural Vitamin C Moisturizer 1 out of 5 stars. I'm not going to be able to use it long enough to see if there are any true benefits. The greasy feeling, the burning and the odor are all too much for me to continue using this twice a day.

I'm pretty bummed because their cleanser was fantastic. I'm going to go wash my face.

I received this product at a discount. This review is 100% honest, unbiased, and my own.

~Crystal Vicious

Valentia Royal Rose Hydrating Serum

I have loved the entire Valentia line. Every product from them has been absolutely wonderful. Their Royal Rose Hydrating Serum is formulated for sensitive skin, so I was so excited to try it. Unfortunately, I have any allergy to something in it. Not only did it my face break out, I developed a rash. 

The serum has a very strong rose smell. It might put some people off, but it is a nostalgic scent for me. My grandmother always smelled of roses. She had a rose powder and a puff she would let my sister and I play with when we were very little. The smell of this serum brings me back to those days. I'm pretty bummed that I cannot use this. I wanted to love it. 

The serum is more like a cream. It is white with a medium consistency. It goes on pretty smoothly. It leaves a bit of a sticky feel for a few minutes, but once it is dry it goes away. The smell also dissipates after a bit. My skin felt nice and hydrated, but later I noticed the rash. I only used this once because of the allergy...but then I passed it on to my mom so she could try it. 

My mom isn't big on skin care products, but she liked it. She applied two pumps at night, and said after the sticky feel wore off her skin felt tighter and firmer. She likes it and will continue to use it. I give this serum 3 out of 5 stars. Sadly, I can't be a huge fan of something I cannot use, but my mom does like it. 

Available on Amazon.

I received this product at a discount. This review is 100% honest, unbiased, and my own. 

~Crystal Vicious

The Holy Grail of Serums

I am usually pretty bad at keeping up with skincare regimens. Most face products smell weird, or feel gross on my skin. I hate going to bed with stuff on my face...and sometimes I just flat out forget to do things, especially if I am tired and want to go to sleep. Not anymore. I actually can't wait to wash my face at night so I can apply Valentia Clear Lift Revitalizing Serum. That is a sentence I never thought I would utter. 

Valentia always hits it out of the park with their skincare line...but everyone loves face scrubs and mud masks, so I wasn't sure if I could love a serum the same way. 
Active ingredients include:
- Wakame Bioferment: to detoxify and boost antioxidant defense.
- Gotu Kola: Lessens the appearance of scars and increases skin firmness.
- Lactic Acid: Increases skin cell turnover, for healthier renewed skin.
- Licorice: Corrects skin discoloration.
- Argan Oil: Rich in Vitamin E,  reduces water loss and protects skin's resiliency and elasticity. 

The serum is a a creamy, yellow color with a light-medium consistency. I applied 2 pumps to my face. It goes on smoothly and absorbs within minutes. My skin doesn't feel dry, or greasy and sticky. It actually leaves a nice refreshing feeling. The absolute best part of this serum is that it smells like an orange dreamsicle! I would apply it several times a day just for the scent. I need to get a hold of some clementine oil so I can make a perfume that smells like this. It's literally dreamy!

You're supposed to follow up with moisturizer, but like I said, I am lazy and forgetful...so I haven't done that once. However, my normally dry skin is hydrated and soft. It's also brighter and smoother. I'm going to try to be better with moisturizing since that will lock in the benefits of the serum and produce even better results. Where can I find Dreamsicle face lotion? I give this serum 5 out of 5 stars. It's amazing! I would recommend it to anyone, even those who are forgetful like me but want to start taking better care of your skin. 

Grab some on Amazon.

I received this product at a discount. This review is 100% honest, unbiased, and my own. 

~Crystal Vicious

Valentia Skin Care Products

Valentia is quickly becoming one of my favorite skincare brands. Their products are made with wonderful natural products, everything smells divine, and my skin is loving all the benefits these products have to offer. I can't even wait until the end of my post to say I give both of these products 5 out of 5 stars!! 

Valentia Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask

I love face masks. I'd do one everyday if I could. This mask is wonderful. It is a nice, thick clay mask with a delicious fresh, fruity scent. It is super easy to apply, just take a scoop of the clay and apply it to your face and leave it on for 15-30 minutes. It hardens up and then washes away easily with warm water. It is recommended that you rub it off in a circular motion to use the fibers in the mask to exfoliate. 

Key Ingredients and their Benefits:

Kaolin Clay: Draw impurities, improves skin tone, and tightens pores.

Plant Stem Cells: Soothes the skin, reduces redness, and improves evenness.

Spirulina: Vitamins that hydrate and contribute to tissue regeneration.

CoQ10: Reduces free radical damage and stimulates health collagen production.

Hibiscus & Cranberry Fibers: Anti-aging properties that firm and reinforce the skin.

Buy the Skin Detoxifying Clay Mask!

Valentia Eternal Youth Exfoliating Scrub

This is the best scrub ever. I have very sensitive skin and this cool gel didn't irritate it at all. It gently cleansed my face. I loved the fresh citrusy scent. Never have I considered exfoliating such an invigorating experience. My face felt fresh, clean, and soft even after the first use. It's even clearing up old acne marks. 

Key Ingredients and their Benefits: 

Green and White Tea: Anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant, and anti-aging properties. 

Aloe Vera: Moisturizes and improves skin firmness.

Jojoba Beads: Gently exfoliates and removes dead skin cells.

Olive, Avocado & Kukui Butter: Packed with Vitamins A, B, D, and E to  nourish, hydrate, and repair.

Buy the Eternal Youth Exfoliating Scrub!

I received these products for free in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. 

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~Crystal Vicious