Natural Make-up Giveaway

Hope you all have had a great start in 2013! The past few weeks have been extremely busy for me…and I love it. 😉 Right before the year ended, I was introduced to the NYR (Neal’s Yard Remedies) award-winning Organic beauty product line.  From shower gels to body lotions to make-up, they carry all the essentials for your skin and beauty regimen. There is even a men’s line. When I was first invited to sample some products, I was overwhelmed with choices. I finally opted to try out some of the make-up and skin line.  I am always on the hunt for products made of organic and natural ingredients.  I don’t want my skin to absorb toxic chemicals for the sake of anti-aging or beauty. I strongly believe that in the long run those types of products will do far more damage than good. So, when I learned that NYR products are made in an eco-factory in England and are Certified Organic, I was more than willing and excited to test them out and learn more.  I’ve been using a few of the NYR make-up and skin products for about 3 weeks now and am happy to report that I ABSOLUTELY LOVE them! I will break each one down for you below with my honest opinion. If you would like more info on the NYR beauty line and how you can even earn extra income selling these great products: CLICK HERE

I am also happy to offer you the chance to win any one of the products I review! Enter the super easy raffle, and if you are randomly selected as the winner, you choose the product and it will be shipped directly to you!

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1. Frankincense Hydrating Creme: I used this moisturizer every morning and night. It is rich with antioxidants and contains frankincense and myrrh which help reduce the appearance of fine lines and firms up the skin. I have to say, this stuff is great. No breakouts and I noticed my skin felt more plump after about 3 days of using it.  I’m used to most cremes feeling light, so if I had a complaint it would be that it felt a little heavy, but I don’t. It actually made my skin feel great and a little bit goes a long way!

2. White Tea Enriching Facial Mask: For a good deep clean once a week, I applied this mask and left it on for 10 minutes. I then rinsed it off with warm water and applied my moisturizer. I immediately noticed my skin felt very smooth and moist. My experience with facial masks in the past have not been great as they usually make my skin feel dry afterwards. I was hesitant to try this one, but very glad I did. It contains antioxidant white tea , as well as kaolin for purifying.

3. Mineral Pressed Eye Shadow (in Wild Plum):  I have tried several mineral eye shadows over the past few years…this is by far my favorite. It’s made with organic corn starch and oils and is talc free. This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. It is so easy to apply and best of all…it stays on!! I love the wild plum and there are several other natural, nice colors to choose from.

4. Mineral Eyeliner (in Midnight): I have to be honest, this was the only one of the products that disappointed me a little, but I still liked it very much. It’s made with 100% natural minerals and enriched with organic moisturizing oils and antioxidants. It is easy to apply and stays on longer than expected, I just didn’t like the color very much. It’s not as dark as I would have expected for a “midnight” eyeliner. However, I tired it out as a brow liner and it works perfectly!

5. Organic Facial Wipes:  These pre-moistened organic cotton wipes are great. They are enriched with aloe vera and antioxidant white tea, smell nice, are suitable for all skin types. Best of all, they get your make-up off easily and leave your face feeling clean and refreshed! Didn’t dry it out either.

6. O.K., last but certainly not least, my favorite of the bunch…Luscious Lip Gloss (in Nude): I am absolutely in love with this lip gloss. It contains 92% organic ingredients and is enriched with antioxidant white tea, organic sweet orange oil and NYR’s essential fatty acid-rich Organic Beauty Oil. The color is so natural looking and pretty. I could wear it over my lipstick for some juicy shine or by itself for a pretty natural looking gloss. Love it! Several other shades available.

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Essona Organics…skin care that delivers “outer beauty, inner health”

Last month I received a sample kit from Essona Organics. I had been eager to try their products since I first got word of them. The founder and president, Maria Tarnev-Wydro, worked with award-winning European cosmetic scientists to deliver a skin care line that uses only the best organic and natural ingredients. Her products do not contain any harmful chemicals or ingredients that most of the well-known big name brands do.  The skin is the largest organ of the body. At a time when Cancer seems to be affecting the lives of everyone, what we our putting on our skin and in our bodies should be of concern.  I have been looking for a good skin care regimen that is both effective and safe. Essona Organics may have very well won me over. After using the samples for about 3 weeks, I was very happy with them and the results. Here is a brief overview of each:

1. SPRING DEW Facial Cleanser with Tropical Essence.  This facial cleanser can be used day and night. A little goes a long way. You just need to rub a small amount with your fingers in circular motions over your face, rinse with warm water and pat dry. I used it in the shower and to remove make-up for a little over 2 weeks. It felt very light and gentle but seemed to work quite well.  It removed all my make-up, left my face feeling clean and refreshed and did not leave behind any residue. I loved the wonderful tropical-coconut scent.  The ingredients are all 100% eco-green and natural and include:  Organic Aloe Vera Juice, Vegetable Glycerin, Food Grade Emulsifier, Bentonite Clay, Organic Lavender, Organic Rosemary, Organic Algae, Organic Sea Kelp, Organic Dulse, Organic Spirulina, Coco Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Natural Preservative Blend, Essential Oil Blend. 

2. Following the cleanser, I used the POM-ACAI 100% Antioxidant Ageless Creme for almost 2 weeks. The Pom-Acai delivered results immediately.  Compared to the facial creme I was using before,  I noticed a difference in how my skin felt after just one use. It felt smooth and bouncy. With continued use, my skin felt well hydrated, nourished and alive. I really enjoyed this product. It is also lightweight and all you need is a little bit applied to the face, and neck area morning and/or night. The pleasant light scent of pomegranate and acai berry is a favorite. This product contains 35 Super fruits Antioxidants and 150 nutrients and vitamins that help fight the signs of aging and other skin damage.  Ingredients include: Purified Water, Organic Aloe, Organic Glycerin, Food Grade Emulsifier, Organic Oil Blend of: Inca Inchi, Almond, Apricot, Sunflower; Cacao Butter, Shea Butter, Pumpkin Enzymes, Fruit Extract Mix: Orange, Sugar Cane, Maple, Lemon; Organic Lactic Acid, Organic Mixture of: Pomegranate, Mangosteen, Pine Bark, Grapeseed, Goji Berry, Green Tea, White Tea, Acai Berry, Elderberry; Vitamins E, A, B, C, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, CoQ10, Hyloronic Acid, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Essential Oil Blend.

3. Once I ran out of the Pom-Acai I switched to the SENSIGEN Balancing Creme with Sea Buckthorn for Sensitive Skin. I just completed almost 2 weeks of using this product. While I prefer the Pom-Acai creme, this product definitely proved to work well for people with sensitive skin. Prior to sampling the ESSONA Organics products, I had red, dry skin around my nose. I suffer from sensitive skin around this area and am always looking for something that will help relieve it. While I loved how my skin felt while using the Pom-Acai, the area around my nose was still slightly red. Soon after I started using the SENSIGEN creme, the dry, red area cleared up. Ingredients include: Organic Aloe, Organic Shea Butter, Organic Shea Buckthorn, Squaline, Organic Blue-Green Algae, Bisabolol, Organic Pine Bark, etc.  

ESSONA Organics has a wide variety of products and I look forward to trying out several others. From several supplements to a weight-loss juice to a state-of-the-art technology wrinkle eraser system, I highly recommend visiting their website to learn more. You will read about Maria’s inspiration and vision behind this high quality line of products and will be able to watch helpful videos and learn more about the products to help choose the right kind for your skin type.

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