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Research-Backed Clean Luxury Beauty: Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil

February 26, 2020 · 15 Comments

Watercress is an unsung skin hero. It is packed with skin-nourishing, rejuvenating nutrients. We love Watercress because it enhances collagen III (baby collagen) AND elastin. So we’re over the moon to learn of a Watercress-based beauty oil: Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil. This oil contains decadently nutritive, organic ingredients. Research studies show these ingredients each support skin rejuvenation.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has a watercress base.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is the beauty brainchild of Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra. This organic oil packs in beauty powerhouses like Pomegranate, Royal Jelly, Abyssinian Seed and Rosehip Oils. The true star of this oil, however, is “baby collagen”-making Watercress.

Watercress is a secret anti-aging weapon.

Wonderful, Wonderful Watercress

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic Watercress-based oil. It is suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.

We previously posted exciting skincare research identifying the exact mechanism of the skin resiliency changes that cause rougher skin and overall skin aging. The study cited that Watercress reverses these skin issues by promoting Collagen III production in the dermal cells. Collagen III is known as baby collagen because it is plentiful at birth but diminishes with age. Collagen III must regenerate in the dermal cells of the papillary dermis skin layer to reverse signs of aging. [1] Watercress can do this.

Watercress also contains many skin-enhancing nutrients. One example is copper. Copper builds both collagen and elastin.

Elastin gives skin its’ springy, vibrant, youthful bounce. Elastin is as important as collagen, but fewer products address elastin restoration. And even fewer restore the collagen and elastin fibers in the dermal cells.

Watercress is only one of the many skin-enhancing ingredients in this amazing formulation.

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a lovely clear, pale gold oil

These ingredients are natural, safe and backed by many independent research studies. Let’s take a look.

Ingredient Profile

watercress (Nasturtium Officinale Seed Oil)

Watercress

Watercress is a gentle antioxidant full Vitamins A, C, E, K, and notably, Copper. [2] Watercress is a wonderful inclusion in this formulation because Copper has the rare and amazing ability to restore skin elastin. Elastin gives skin its’ youthful bounce and the ability to spring back.

Watercress supports both dermal cells and enhanced collagen production to make skin firmer and radiant. It specifically encourages collagen III production.

The Vitamin K in Watercress can reduce brown and blue-tinged under eye dark circles caused by leaking capillaries. It is especially effective paired with other actives [3]

Vitamins A and C fight free radicals.

Cannabis Sativa

Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil

Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil is Hemp Oil. Hemp Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the Cannabis sativa plant. Hemp Seed Oil doesn’t contain the same compounds as the plant but has the nutrients and fatty acids.

Hemp Oil is high in Omega-3, 6 and 9 fatty acids. It is also high in Vitamins A, E, and D.

Royal Jelly

Royal Jelly is a bee product, the gelatinous substance that feeds the queen bee. It smooths fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps with wound healing [4] and skin repair. [5] This anti-inflammatory anti-oxidant is filled with skin-friendly nutrients.

Studies show Royal Jelly combats sun damage and has the capacity to promote collagen (procollagen type I) production. [6]

Rosehip oil

Rosehip Seed Oil is high in Vitamins A, C, and E, making it ideal for collagen production. [7] Rosehip oil inhibits MMP-1, an enzyme that breaks down collagen. [8]

It provides nutrients, fades acne scars and promotes cell turnover.

Rose Hip Seed Oil is a Vitamin C variant that is both a treatment and a hydrating ingredient. It offers the benefits of Vitamin C and Retinol serums such as lightening dark spots but without causing irritation.

Rosehip oil also has omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to soothe and moisturize eczema or dry skin. [9]

Punica Granatum Seed Oil

Pomegranate

Pomegranate seeds deliver impressive collagen-building results. They are packed with antioxidants, minerals, vitamins A, C, K, and E plus folic acid.

Research shows Pomegranate Seed oil holds double its’ weight in water for superior skin hydration. Pomegranate contains three times the antioxidants of wine or green tea. [10]

The polyphenols are antioxidants that protect skin cells from oxidative damage. Other antioxidants reduce inflammation ranging from puffiness to acne and tackle oxidative damage like dark spots and sun damage. It increases skin barrier formation and improves skin hydration.

Omega 5 fatty acid reduces skin inflammation and aids in skin repair for scarring, discoloration, and acne marks.

Calendula Officinalis Flower

Best known as marigold. Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

Abyssinian Seed Oil is lightweight and easily absorbed. It contains linoleic acid, the predominant fat in skin cells. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties. This forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated.

Abyssinian Seed Oil uniquely contains ample unsaturated C22 fatty acids, making it highly resistant to oxidation.

olives

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

Olive oil has skin enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols.

Like Abyssinian Seed Oil, Olive Oil also contains Linoleic acid which has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Olive oil will not clog pores.

Safflower

Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil

Safflower Oil is a nourishing and moisturizing oil. It is high in Omegas 3, 6 and 9. These omegas make skin naturally glow!

It hydrates dry skin, soothes irritation and enhances skin texture and appearance.

Safflower Oil delays premature aging tightens and brightens the skin.

Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract

Dandelion Leaf extract stimulates collagen production. These leaves are rich in antioxidants and packed with vitamins A, C, and E.

This extract protects skin against free radical damage and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Dandelion Leaf Extract also contains Magnesium and zinc to detoxify skin. It’s anti-inflammatory properties calm irritation and puffiness.

Camellia Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil smooths rough skin patches and repairs the skin barrier.

Camellia

Lime Oil

Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Oil

Lime Peel Oil is an antioxidant.

It has skin-toning properties and can fade discoloration.

Lime Peel Oil is particularly effective when used in a formulation with multiple moisturizing buffers, such as this one.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil

Orange Peel has more Vitamin C than the fleshly orange fruit, almost double. It improves collagen production resulting in the reduction of dark spots and wrinkles. It fights free radicals, removes blackheads and acne, and reduces wrinkles.

Orange peel is also an antioxidant that reduces inflammation. The bacteria-fighting and inflammation reduction properties reduce acne without excess skin drying.

A citrus oil with a refreshing or neutralizing scent.

Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

Citrus Paradisi, commonly known as Grapefruit Peel Oil, is high in collagen-producing Vitamin C.

It has antibacterial benefits and studies show it reduces acne.[11]

As with other citrus oils, it is an antioxidant with an uplifting scent.

Mentha Piperita Oil

Piperita Leaf Extract soothes rough & dry skin. It is a variety of Peppermint.

It has both cooling and anesthetic properties to quell skin irritation.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

Bergamot

Bergamot has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Linalool and carvacrol are compounds in bergamot oil.

Both are excellent anti-inflammatories for skin issues such as acne and skin irritation.[12]

Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil

Ginger

Ginger Root Oil is soothing and is a potent antioxidant.

what It Does Not Contain

This list is the entire ingredient list. There are no fillers or junky ingredients. It is a concentrated product. 100% natural. And it is cruelty-free.

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil has quite the ingredient line up, doesn’t it?

Sacred Mama Organics Ingredients

The SuperFood Beauty Oil Experience

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil is a non-comedogenic oil suitable for daily use and beauty emergencies.

Consistency

There is a heavier feel to oil out of the dropper, yet feels lightweight on the skin. It absorbs quickly without being sticky or leaving a greasy residue. It leaves a lovely, natural glow on my skin.

There is absolutely no irritation or breakouts from this oil. It is effective for restoring skin after a peel or excess sun exposure.

The oil has a clear, crisp light golden tone with no clouding.

It feels like a decadent treat but is suitable for daily use

Application & Use

Apply after cleansing on slightly damp skin. Just four to six drops moisturized my entire face and throat. Gently massage and press the oil into face, throat, and décolletage. Skin looks dewy snd hydrated.

I love using this oil after an evening facial steam! I love using this oil with my jade roller to encourage the absorption of every last drop.

Sunscreen and makeup do not pill on top of this oil.

Scent

Very mild to no discernible scent within the bottle. Slightly natural and leafy, a bit citrusy. I cannot detect any scent on the dry down.

Package Aesthetic

It comes in sturdy and attractive presentation packaging, most suitable to give as a delightful gift. The packaging also keeps the oil safe in storage.

Delightful packaging suitable for gift-giving

The angled tip dropper to precisely dispense each precious drop with no waste.

Angled tip dropper

about the Brand

Sacred Mama Organics founder Judy Beserra comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Her Dad was a Watercress Farmer. Her Mom, an artist. She taught Judy important natural skin care lessons.

Judy combined her Watercress knowledge with her knowledge and love of organic products to create Sacred Mama Organics. Future Sacred Mama Organics formulas will also use watercress as the base.

The formulation took lots of research and effort, then in 2019 Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil debuted.

We love this rich yet non-comedogenic restorative oil. It is packed with ingredients that work harmoniously to restore skin. Research shows these ingredients can work wonders for all skin types. It is lightweight on the skin, yet deeply moisturizes rough and dry patches. We will keep you posted as to our skin progress with future Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil updates.

where to find it

Find Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil at https://sacredmamaorganics.com/products/superfood-beauty-oil

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil

QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS?

Have any comments or questions about Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at [email protected]

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil

References

“Shiseido Succeeds in Visualization of Internal Skin Elasticity – Decrease of Type III Collagen Involved in Age-Dependent Degradation in Skin Elasticity.” Shiseido, Shiseido, Apr. 2018, corp.shiseido.com/en/newsimg/2423_c3b40_en.pdf.
A.A, Abdulghani &A, Sherr & S, Shirin & G, Solodkina & Morales Tapia, E & B, Wolf & A.B, Gottlieb. (1998). Effects of topical creams containing vitamin C, a copper-binding peptide cream and melatonin compared with tretinoin on the ultrastructure of normal skin – A pilot clinical, histologic, and ultrastructural study. Disease Management and Clinical Outcomes. 1. 136-141. 10.1016/S1088-3371(98)00011-4.
Mitsuishi, T. , Shimoda, T. , Mitsui, Y. , Kuriyama, Y. and Kawana, S. (2004), The effects of topical application of phytonadione, retinol and vitamins C and E on infraorbital dark circles and wrinkles of the lower eyelids. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 3: 73-75. doi:10.1111/j.1473-2130.2004.00070.x
Bucekova M, Sojka M, Valachova I, et al. Bee-derived antibacterial peptide, defensin-1, promotes wound re-epithelialization in vitro and in vivo. Sci Rep. 2017;7(1):7340. Published 2017 Aug 4. doi:10.1038/s41598-017-07494-0
Park HM, Cho MH, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly increases collagen production in rat skin after ovariectomy. J Med Food. 2012;15(6):568–575. doi:10.1089/jmf.2011.1888
Park HM, Hwang E, Lee KG, Han SM, Cho Y, Kim SY. Royal jelly protects against ultraviolet B-induced photoaging in human skin fibroblasts via enhancing collagen production. J Med Food. 2011;14(9):899–906. doi:10.1089/jmf.2010.1363
Phetcharat, L et al. “The effectiveness of a standardized rose hip powder, containing seeds and shells of Rosa canina, on cell longevity, skin wrinkles, moisture, and elasticity.” Clinical interventions in aging vol. 10 1849-56. 19 Nov. 2015, doi:10.2147/CIA.S90092
Grajzer, Magdalena, et al. “Characteristics of rose hip (Rosa canina L.) cold-pressed oil and its oxidative stability studied by the differential scanning calorimetry method.” Food chemistry 188 (2015): 459-466.
Phetcharat, The effectiveness, Clinical, 2015
Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing María I. Gil,†, Francisco A. Tomás-Barberán,†, Betty Hess-Pierce,‡, Deirdre M. Holcroft,§ and, and Adel A. Kader*, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)
de Cássia da Silveira E Sá, Rita et al. “Analgesic-Like Activity of Essential Oil Constituents: An Update.” International journal of molecular sciences vol. 18,12 2392. 9 Dec. 2017, doi:10.3390/ijms18122392
Orchard, Ané, and Sandy van Vuuren. “Commercial Essential Oils as Potential Antimicrobials to Treat Skin Diseases.” Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM vol. 2017 (2017):4517971. doi:10.1155/2017/4517971

ABOUT THIS POST

Sacred Mama Organics SuperFood Beauty Oil was submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

CES Beauty Innovations: HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser Hair Growth Device

January 10, 2020 · 14 Comments

This week, there are exciting beauty innovations at Consumer Electronics Show (CES)! HairMax debuted their latest hair regrowth device, the PowerFlex Cap. The HairMax PowerFlex Cap has 272 medical-grade lasers! That’s the highest count available on a home-use hair growth device! HairMax PowerFlex Cap helps even moderate hair loss without drug-related side effects.

HairMax PowerFlex Cap

Choosing the Right Hairmax Device for You

Style Chicks has long been a fan of HairMax devices. We’ve featured the Hairmax Laser Comb Professional 12, HairMax Laserband 82 and now the Hairmax PowerFlex Cap.

Not sure which device will work best for you? Read our HairMax PowerFlex Cap overview and our comparison between this HairMax PowerFlex Cap and the LaserBand 82.

Who HairMax DEVICES can benefit

Hair loss affects 40% of women, including women under 30. There are fewer treatment options for women coping with hair loss. Many drugs for hair loss have unwanted side effects.

There is a brief window to revive dormant hair follicles so they once again grow hair. This chart shows degrees of hair loss. Does your loss look like one of the stages in blue? Then clinical testing shows that a HairMax device can help.

Who HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser 272 Can Help

The sooner hair loss treatment begins, the better the results. Female stages I-2 to I-3 are probably only noticeable to you and your hairstylist. But it still distressing and indicates measures should be taken ASAP.

THE HairMax PowerFlex Cap DEVICE

Want to try everything you can to reverse hair loss? HairMax PowerFlex Cap is the most powerful of laser devices. Use it with or without topicals.

The Laser 272 PowerFlex Cap Includes:

Laser 272 PowerFlex Device
Storage/Travel Case
Accessory Case
Sports Cap
Controller
Controller Case w/ Belt Clip
Controller Cable
Power Cord
Power Supply

HairMax PowerFlex Cap FAST FACTS

272 medical-grade laser diodes for 1360mW output. No LEDs.
Densely packed laser diodes aligned to deliver uniform follicle stimulation.
Exclusive PowerFlex design provides maximum flexibility adjusts to various head sizes and shapes.
The soft silicone insert conceals the circuitry and protects the laser diodes.
Dual operating mode technology for the choice of 15 or 30 minute treatment.
Rechargeable & lightweight battery for portable use, including while traveling.

The cap contains and protects the medical-grade lasers for the durability of use.

Set the timer for 15 or 30 minute treatments.

Make sure to securely fasten the cap adapter to the power charge cord

The durable and flexible silicone device

Cords and chargers come in a sturdy zippered case

Sturdy Hairmax presentation packaging holds carrying cap case and power cord case

comparing HairMax Devices

Both the HairMax Laserband 82 and HairMax PowerFlex cap have:

FDA approval
medical-grade lasers, NOT LED lights.
clinical studies showing results (see the box Clinical Research Studies)
Portable and can be used while traveling
2-Year warranty
6 Month Money Back Guarantee

HairMax

Here is the basic differences between the HairMax Laserband 82 and this HairMax PowerFlex Cap.

design

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is a wide band that treats the scalp in three sections. It is placed at the front of the hairline in the first position. Then at the beep, slide it back to the next treatment area. The device can be positioned to treat the temples and sideburn area if desired.

Using the HairMax Laserband 82

The light-activated serum works with the HairMax device

The HairMax LaserBand 82 device

The PowerFlex cap is placed on the head and doesn’t require any manual adjustment or repositioning during treatment. It treats the whole scalp at once.

If ease of use is important to you, PowerFlex is the easiest laser device design to use.

Laser Power, coverage and use

POWERFLEX CAP

The PowerFlex Cap has 272 lasers, packed densely on the cap as shown.

HairMax PowerFlex cap has 272 Laser diodes

Insert the PowerFlex Cap within the included baseball-style cap or the cap of your choosing. You can wear it outside and walk around as needed.

Fit the laser cap device into the HairMax cap

PowerFlex Cap covers the hairline, crown, and hairline. Depending on your head size and shape, it may not reach the temple and sideburns as well as the LaserBand 82 can.

PowerFlex Cap bathes the top of the head with an unparalleled amount of low-level laser light. If your hair loss is frontal or stages 1-4 through II-2, the PowerFlex can aggressively treat hair loss before it is too late to reverse it.

The 272 lasers on the PowerFlex cap

The LaserBand 82

The LaserBand 82 has 82 medical-grade lasers across the band. They are densely placed, and it is moved in sequence on the scalp over three treatment areas or zones. The effect is equivalent to 82 lasers times the three area zones, or 246 lasers total. It is 1230 mW’s total output, less strong than the PowerFlex Cap (1360mW output) but is still a robust output for effective treatment. But since the Laserband82 is manually positioned, it is possible to accidentally skip an area.

HairMax Laserband 82 has eight-two diodes that flood the scalp with treating light therapy

HairMax LaserBand82 has 82 lasers to bathe the scalp with light

COMB TEETH

A very useful feature is the parting combs that allow the laser light full access to the scalp.

If your hair loss is patchy or if your remaining hair is dense in sections, this parting comb feature may be a deciding factor in favor of the LaserBand 82.

HairMax patented parting teeth allows the densely placed medical-grade lasers to fully access hair follicles

Additional Considerations

Treatment Time

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is faster, as little as 90 seconds per area.
The HairMax PowerFlex has two treatment modes, 15 minutes or 30 minutes.

Cost

The HairMax LaserBand 82 is $799. (Currently $699 at Amazon)
The HairMax PowerFlex is $1999. (Currently $1749 at Amazon)

Hairmax: The Science of Hair Growth

Clinical Research Studies

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) occurs in both men and women.

HairMax uses Low-Level Laser Light Therapy or LLLT to treat AGA. Clinical studies show low-level laser light therapy can regrow hair. But not all hair growth devices get results. Research indicates only a specific laser light intensity can regrow hair. [1] HairMax devices deliver that intensity.

HairMax laser devices have been the subject of 7 clinical studies proving both efficacy and safety with an over 90% success rate. These clinical studies were conducted at major medical research centers in the U.S. showing an increase hair count of 129 additional new hairs per sq. inch and in 4 recent studies, an 81% increase in hair growth occurred.

For twenty years, HairMax has produced hair growth innovations. There’s was the FIRST device on the market to receive FDA clearance as a medical device to treat hair loss and stimulate hair growth.

Where to Buy It

Find these HairMax devices at:

HAIRMAX Laserband 82
HairMax PowerFlex Cap Laser Hair Growth Device with 272 lasers

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?

Have any questions about the HairMax range or low-level laser therapy? The Style Chicks are here to answer them.

Leave a comment or email us at [email protected]

References

Munck A, Gavazzoni MF, Trüeb RM. Use of low-level laser therapy as monotherapy or concomitant therapy for male and female Androgenetic alopecia. Int J Trichol 2014;6:45-9.

About This Post

The HairMax PowerFlex Cap and HairMax LaserBand 82 were submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes. All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Deets on YSL Touche Eclat High Cover Concealer

April 2, 2019 · Leave a Comment

It’s finally here!

Yves Saint Laurent Beauty debuted a Touche Eclat High Cover Concealer. It boasts Touche Eclat consistency with high pigment coverage.

ORIGINAL TOUCHE ECLAT IS NOT A CONCEALER

It is the beauty product every makeup artist loves. YSL Touche Eclat brightens up a dark under-eye. It hides imperfections and highlights the brow bone and lip line area. A dot blended under the nostrils lifts the face. But it doesn’t do everything.

As makeup artist Wayne Goss points out, YSL Touche Eclat is not a true concealer. This is especially so for under eye circles. It brightens but doesn’t hide well. Read Style Chicks best use eclat article here for making the most out of this iconic highlighter.

When YSL announced a TE concealer, we obsessively checked YSLbeaute.com daily to see if it arrived yet. We gave it a test run in all kinds of lighting situations.

OUR EXPERIENCE WITH Touche Eclat HIGH COVER

It‘s like your tried-and-true YSL Touche Eclat, but with concealing properties.

It promises extra pigment and buildable coverage, and it will not get cakey. YSL TE High Cover contains delicate eye skin-loving treating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and caffeine.

We love Hyaluronic and caffeine in an eye product. But what if these ingredients alter the beloved TE consistency?

We found the consistency to be smooth and silky. It is not the best coverage for red spots or acne, I do like it on the eye area. My circles are dark, it does not conceal as well as some concealers, but it is not detectable on my skin, which I love. The wear is not especially long-wearing, but the brightening effect seems to remain. It dries down enough so that mascara doesn’t run but it doesn’t highlight flakey or dry skin. The color runs similar to my current YSL shade, but darker. Both products in the photos below are in the shade Ivory, but the High Cover seems darker out of the tube and in application.

Ivory shade in YSL High Cover Concealer (top) and YSL TE classic

YSL High Cover Concealer (top) and YSL TE classic, both in the shade Ivory

OTHER YSL TE HIGH COVER FEATURES AND FACTS

Available in 16 shades, vanilla to ebony. Some shades are familiar, some new.

At YSL, you can get it monogrammed, but that takes an extra few days, and we couldn’t wait to get our hands on it. But the next one we get, we are monogramming it with the date so we know when its’ time to reorder.

WHERE TO BUY IT

For now, find YSL Touche Eclat High Cover Concealer at Yves Saint Laurent Beauty for $35

WHITENING SENSITIVE TEETH NATURALLY: Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste

September 30, 2017 · Leave a Comment

Many of our favorite drinks including coffee, tea and red wine can cause tooth staining or at least a yellow tinge. The term “Pearly whites” has been taken to a whole new level with teeth whitening procedures, whitening strips, and peroxide-based home tooth bleaching kits. But if you have sensitive teeth or gums, many of these whitening treatments are not viable for you. Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste removes stains and whitens teeth while fighting decay naturally even on the most sensitive of teeth.

Drink your favorite black teas and still have white teeth with Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste

SMPLY WHITE NATURAL CHARCOAL TOOTHPASTE FEATURE OVERVIEW AT A GLANCE:

Whitens Teeth
Removes Stains
Fights Decay
Relieves Sensitivity
Cleans Teeth
Keeps Mouth Fresh
No questions asked money back guarantee

ABOUT SMPLY WHITE NATURAL CHARCOAL TOOTHPASTE

Smply White is a Bamboo Charcoal Toothpaste that uses natural ingredients to gently clean teeth and it tastes of naturally derived mint. Many tooth whitening products work quickly but can erode tooth enamel in the process, especially products with potent levels of peroxide based gels. Even if the tooth enamel is not eroded, gums can be irritated and treatments can leave temporary tell-tale white stains on the gums. Smply White is made with a careful formulation that naturally whitens teeth without causing irritation or sensitivity to gums or teeth, and most importantly, no erosion of tooth enamel occurs. Smply White is intended for daily use to replace your regular non-whitening toothpaste to fight staining and remove stains.

HOW IT REMOVES TOUGH STAINS FROM COFFEE, TEA & WINE

While there are several types of charcoal toothpaste and powdered charcoal remedies commercially available, Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste uses a Premium Bamboo activated carbon that is twice as potent as that found in competitor products. It easily removes difficult stains from coffee, tea, and other tooth-staining drinks like wine and colas.

Smply White Natural Toothpaste removes stains from coffee, black tea, espresso, red wine and chocolate

MY EXPERIENCE WITH SMPLY WHITE NATURAL CHARCOAL TOOTHPASTE

I’m a heavy coffee and tea drinker and while my teeth don’t have deep stains, my teeth aren’t naturally very white, so they tend to look somewhat dingy and make me look older if I don’t consistently use a tooth whitening product. I do get staining near the gum line and in between my teeth. Unfortunately, most whitening products are too harsh for my teeth and gums to use them consistently. I am not giving up coffee anytime soon, so the idea of a natural whitening product interests me.

Directions for use are simple and easy to follow, even children can use Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste

TASTE & SMELL

Smply White tastes and smells pretty good, a naturally minty taste like a real mint sprig, not a gritty chemically artificial mint. I could smell the mint before the tube was even open!

Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste comes with a safety seal and smells and tastes like fresh mint

THE TOOTHPASTE ITSELF

The toothpaste is pitch black and shiny with a slightly different texture than typical toothpaste, there is a smoother grit to it, it is not detectable to the taste or on the tongue.

It doesn’t take much to effectively work, a pea-size dollop is all that is necessary, which is nice, because then the 3.5-ounce tube lasts a long time, making it even more cost-effective than many non-whitening kinds of toothpaste I typically purchase at the drug store.

Just a pea-sized amount is enough to remove tough stains and clean teeth

As an aside, the toothpaste does not make that gunky dried goo flakes that traditional kinds of toothpaste tend to do, and there are no clumps or lumps.

DOES THE CHARCOAL STAIN OR LEAVE A RESIDUE?

As one would expect from using a black charcoal, the mouth has a foamy black soot like look while brushing, but does rinse away clean without any grit after washing out your mouth.

The toothpaste washes away clean and doesn’t stain the sink after use. It is much neater and cleaner to use a charcoal powder, there’s no extra clean-up to using Smply White toothpaste over any other toothpaste, which is impressive for a charcoal product.

IT IS MESSY TO USE?

Like any toothpaste, charcoal toothpaste can stain your clothing. But if you are interested in a charcoal tooth whitening solution, this is by far the cleanest and easiest way to get the power of charcoal cleansing without messy powder getting all over your mouth, face, and bathroom countertop and sink. It is also much more gentle that direct charcoal powder that can be too abrasive to the teeth.

This easy to use Charcoal formula does not stain sink basins or bathroom countertops, there are no messy powders

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

My teeth feel very smooth and clean after use, and have a nice sheen to them, they look like they just had a professional cleaning.

GENERAL IMPRESSIONS

In less than a week, my teeth had a more even appearance and brighter look with less staining and discoloration, especially the staining between teeth that is often difficult for whitening strips to reach, as well as significant stain removal at the base of my teeth near the gumline, which I normally have to avoid with peroxide treatments or can’t reach with a whitening strip. The dingy look disappeared and has stayed away with twice a day brushing with Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste, with no irritation.

Twice a day brushing with Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste leads to a bright white, healthy smile!

THE COMPANY BEHIND SMPLY WHITE

A growing brand that is growing, but holds the level of care of a boutique brand. For example, the owner personally inspects every single tube of toothpaste for quality and offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee and customer support, which impresses me for a product that sells for less than $10. They also made sure in developing their formula that the toothpaste tastes good and is pleasant to use.

CONCLUSION

Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste offers natural, safe tooth whitening even to those with sensitive teeth and gums using the natural power of charcoal.

I also like that Smply White doesn’t just whiten teeth but also addresses dental care by fighting tooth decay and keeping my mouth fresh and free of plaque. I am often reluctant to use whitening toothpaste that only whitens but doesn’t offer meaningful tooth care benefits. With Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste, you get both.

No need to forsake your morning coffee or give up the health benefits of drinking tea or red wine for the sake of whiter teeth, now you can have both with daily, natural, effective Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste.

WHERE TO BUY IT

Find Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073NQG8D9

Smply White Natural Charcoal Toothpaste whitens teeth naturally without irritation

Style Chicks received Smply White Natural Toothpaste in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.

Luxe Hair Conditioning: Allurials Fragrance-Free Conditioner

May 14, 2017 · Leave a Comment

There are many luxe hair conditioners that make hair soft, shiny and strong but are naturally or artificially fragrant. Unfortunately, there are few unscented conditioners that are also effective, especially for colored hair. If you need fragrance-free hair care, options are limited. We love Allurials Fragrance Free Conditioner, an unscented conditioner containing the quality of natural ingredients found in high-end conditioners including Jojoba, Coconut Oil, Avocado, Argan Oil, Aloe Vera and other natural hair nourishing goodness.

Allurials Fragrance-Free Hair Conditioner contains a rich cocktail of organic, natural superfood ingredients for hair and scalp

WHY THE NEED FOR UNSCENTED HAIR CARE

The scent of your conditioner lingers on hair, even subtly, after use. This is wonderful if you like the scent, but for those with allergies, or a preference for only using their own perfumed scent, or for whatever reason you or a partner needs your hair to remain fragrance-free, hair care options become limited. Many of the luxe hair conditioners that are highly effective have moderate to heavy scent due to added fragrance or they contain ingredients that have a strong natural aroma. And, some men just want quality hair conditioners without a perfumed scent.

UNSCENTED OPTIONS

It becomes difficult to find quality unscented hair care. While there are some no or low scent hair care products lines amongst drug store brands, many find the only real feature of these products is that they are unscented, they generally are not very hydrating. And a lower price point, they rarely have a meaningful quantity of quality moisturizing ingredients. Even at a higher price point, including amongst brands that are known to be allergy friendly, there are limited options within their fragrance-free haircare.

ALLURIALS FRAGRANCE-FREE HAIR CONDITIONER

Allurials is indeed unscented. Not just devoid of added fragrance, but my fussy nose finds no detectable scent. Suitable for men and women, it is hydrating to hair and scalp with some amazing ingredients

INGREDIENTS

Several Superfoods can be seen in the list of organic and natural ingredients in Allurials Fragrance-Free Hair Conditioner, providing benefit to both scalp and the hair.

Full of organic and natural ingredients like Coconut Oil and Aloe Vera to feed the hair and scalp

Silk Peptides and Pea Peptides aid the structure of the hair. Pea Peptides minimize UV damage to the scalp. Pea Peptides contain Lysine, important for hair growth promotion at the follicular level and sebum production regulation, which decreases with age. Pea Peptides absorb easily.
Argan oil when massaged into the scalp aids in stimulating the hair follicles for stimulated hair growth.
Jojoba oil is an emollient, made of 98% monounsaturated fats so it can penetrate the hair follicle. It fills in the cracks and damage to bare spots on the hair shaft, especially on chemically-treated or color-treated hair. Jojoba has a very similar structure to sebum, replacing the natural oils the scalp needs to stay healthy. Jojoba gives elasticity and softness to hair. Jojoba is also a carrier oil, increasing the efficacy of other active ingredients.
Avocado oil decreases dryness and improves texture
Coconut oil is extremely popular in hair care, and for good reason. It helps hair retain protein and moisture. Protein loss is what makes hair look damaged. Coconut Oil within a conditioner is easier to wash out than straight Coconut Oil application.
Flaxseed Oil is high in Omega-3s, Flaxseed is a superfood for hair. It helps reduce hair loss.
Kernel Oil is a deep hair conditioner that is also beneficial for the scalp and is packed with nourishing vitamins for hair.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice feeds hair with essential nutrients, it also makes hair smooth, soft and shiny. Aloe Vera has a type of enzyme that repairs dead skin cells on the scalp. A healthy scalp means optimal hair growth.
Linseed Oil is helpful for hair damaged by environmental factors and styling tools. High in Omega 3s, Linseed helps hair when massaged into the roots of the hair.

Contains natural ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Coconut Oil and Avocado

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

This is a very thick, creamy conditioner, almost a concentrated consistency like a thick moisturizer but not as thick as a buttercream.

I was excited to see many of the ingredients contained within this conditioner, as they have been successful on my hair when used in DIY hair mask tutorials, such as Coconut Oil. But when used directly on the hair, many of these ingredients are often difficult to rinse out because they are so emollient and oily. However, within this conditioner, I found them to rinse cleanly.

Allurials Fragrance-Free Hair Conditioner contains rich organic ingredients like Coconut Oil, Aloe and Avocado but it still rinses away clean with no residue

APPLICATION AND USE

It required less Allurials conditioner to coat my hair than I tend to use with some other brands. And it soaked in quickly.

A dollop of Allurials is all that is needed

TIP: Rub it between wet palms to fully emulsify it, like you would for a good, thick facial moisturizer like Creme de la Mer.

Rub the creamy conditioner between your fingers before applying to hair

Then I coated my hair and even my scalp and massaged it into my hair so it could absorb. It made for a good scalp massage. It did not feel as slippery or gooey as conditioners typically feel while in the hair, it felt more like a hair styling cream. It also seemed to sink into my hair instead of staying on the surface.

There really is no scent. Even lots of hypoallergenic brands have a scent, albeit light and non-irritating. I smelled nothing.

Since it was not a slippery coating sitting on the surface of my hair, it was difficult to assess when I considered the conditioner washed out of my hair when rinsing. Because of this, I took a bit longer to rinse out than some conditioners, but it was still much less time to rinse out than when I use any of these natural items directly on my hair, such as washing out Coconut Oil or an Avacado hair mask. It did wash out completely and cleanly however without leaving a residue.

VERDICT:

My hair felt strong and hydrated, even my dry ends felt smoother. My scalp felt good and my hair looked shiny and was soft after use.

Because it is not scented, I can even use Allurials Fragrance-Free Conditioner in my hair overnight and wash it out in the morning without getting signs of fragrance irritation such as puffy eyes or a sniffly nose. It does not stain my pillowcase. This makes it also useful as a pre-poo hair treatment and it is creamy enough to stay put as a deep conditioning hair mask if it is combed into hair while exercising or watching a movie.

Suitable for both men and women who want a luxe moisturizing conditioner with no fragrance or scent, Allurials Fragrance-Free Conditioner provides superfood benefits to the hair and scalp for healthier hair.

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Style Chicks received Allurials Fragrance-Free Hair Conditioner in exchange for our unbiased review and received compensation for our time and effort. However, our experience with the product and the opinions expressed in this review are 100% ours.