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Viola Rouge Eye Creams Clean Beauty Cosmetics to Love

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We previously introduced you to Viola Rouge cosmetics, a clean beauty brand with lipsticks in vibrant colors. Today we explore the eyeshadow collection. These creamy shadows come in lush shades and feature skin-friendly ingredients to brighten and protect the eye area skin.

Viola Rouge Eye Creams contain saffron from the saffron crocus

Viola Rouge Eye Creams contain saffron from the saffron crocus

What Makes It Special

It is a clean beauty cosmetics formula with It’s formulated without paraffin, gluten, mineral oil, nanoparticles, parabens, phthalates, sulfates, ureas, silicone D5 and polyfluorinated /perfluorinated compounds.

And thanks to the VIOLA ROUGE Pick Your Perfect Shade Quiz, I found shades perfect for my skin tone. They aren’t the shades I would think to pick for myself, so I was pleasantly surprised.

The creamy texture works nicely as both an eyeshadow and creamy liner.


Featured Clean Beauty Ingredients


 Saffron reduces inflammation, brightens the skin, reduces hyperpigmentation, and protects against UV rays.
The malachite gemstone, when used in makeup and skincare preparations, detoxes and protects the skin from oxidative stress. It increases collagen and elastin production

This clean beauty formula is:

  • GMO-free
  • Leaping Bunny cruelty-free certified
  • vegan

The SHADES

A mousse-like gel eyeshadow with a creamy, matte finish, neutral dark olive color with cool undertones, or shimmery shades in a creamy base.

They blend together exceptionally well to make watercolor washes of color or bold vibrant layers.

They work great as an eyeshadow that doesn’t crease or as a eyeliner that won’t fade or smear. It dries down well without cracking.

The top shade is a blend of the two bolder shades below.



The shadows blend together to make lovely custom shades

Where to Buy Viola Rouge

Find these clean beauty Viola Rouge Eye Creams at Viola Rouge

QUESTIONS?
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About This Post

These VIOLA ROUGE products were submitted to Style Chicks for consideration purposes.

The Style Chicks team personally tests and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured.

Style Chicks independently researches product ingredients to understand how every featured product works. We show our research in the References section of each article.

All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel How to Benefit

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REVIEW of GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel. Here is our experience, tips how to get the best skin benefits, and our in-depth report on each key ingredient.

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel – wake up with glowing skin with this Overnight Glow Peel. This once a week treat is chock full of skin-friendly ingredients such as Kakadu Plum and three kinds of Hyaluronic Acid.

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel is a weekly peel

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel is a weekly overnight peel

About GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

While I love glycolic acid, I didn’t see what would be so special about THIS glycolic acid pad versus other glycolic acid peels available at a fraction of the price.

Boy was I surprised to see what a refined result GOOP GLOW gives!

This is likely due to the notable ingredient lineup and the design of the peel pad itself.

With aHA, there is almost never the uneven peeling that often comes with many chemical peels or scrubs, so there is less post-peel downtime with AHA. Skin is just soft and dewy looking, not red and irritated.

While skin can get red and irritated from AHA, as long as it is done properly, irritation will be short-lived, so it makes for an excellent anti-aging product.

First, let’s take a look at the ingredients paired with aHA in GOOP GLOW:

Key Ingredients

Glycolic Acid (AHA)

15% AHA, and Alpha Hydroxy Acid from sugar cane. With an AHA peel, it loosens the “glue” that holds dead skin cells without scrubbing or rubbing the skin.

There is also a light version with 5% AHA, a much gentler approach ideal for skin that uses topicals such as Retinol or super sensitive skin types.

Australian Kakadu Plum

Kakadu plums are the highest natural source of vitamin C to support collagen synthesis and provide antioxidant support. It reduces acne, fades scars, and reduces fine lines.

Kakadu plums are also high in gallic acid and ellagic acid. The benefits are it:

  • fight free radicals
  • hydrates the skin
  • prevents skin damage

Mango

Mangifera Indica Pulp Extract

Also known as Mango.

Mango is an emollient. It is rich in fatty acids. This keeps skin hydrated and nourished.

Mango extract also contains Vitamins C, A, E, K, and B6.

Mango Seed Extract is high in copper.

Copper supports Collagen, Elastin and Hyaluronic Acid production in the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid Trio

This formula contains three molecular sizes of Hyaluronic Acid to provide optimal hydration.

Glycerin

Glycerin is a natural vegetable-derived humectant. It helps skin hold moisture. Glycerin fills in gaps in dryer skin which makes skin look better. It also keeps the outer skin layer intact.

Musa sapientum (Banana) Pulp Extract

Banana extract is anti-inflammatory[1], antibiotic, and anti-oxidant. [2]

Zizyphus Jujuba Seed Extract

Also known as Chinese date. It is in the buckthorn family and acts like jojoba.

Lavender

Lavendula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Lavender Oil softens the skin.

Lavender’s anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties keep skin healthy. It has soothing properties to calm inflammation, dry skin and flaking.

The GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel  Experience

This is a dual-sided pad. It has an exfoliative basket-weave texture side and a smooth side.

Each GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel treatment pad is textured

texture

The dual-layer design has a finger pocket. It is useful for an even, clean application.

There is a “pocket” in every GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel is a weekly peel pad to best treat angles and curves of the neck, throat, face

Each pad is in a sealed packet. These pads are well-saturated.

One pad treats my face, décolletage, collarbone, and neck. I also used it on my hands.


GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel comes is sets of 4 and 12

I experienced no redness or irritation in the morning.

Two days later, I had very light peeling on the sides of my nose.  The stubborn side-of-the-nose-blackheads reduced.

A few days after that my whiteheads started to purge.

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

Where to Find GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel

GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel is available at GOOP.com and Sephora

It is available in a 3 month supply that has a 12 pack of pads.

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow Peel packaging

GOOP GOOPGLOW 15% Glycolic Acid Overnight Glow PeelQuestions? Comments?

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References

  1. Kumar M, Gautam MK, Singh A, Goel RK. Healing effects of Musa sapientum var. paradisiaca in diabetic rats with co-occurring gastric ulcer: cytokines and growth factor by PCR amplification. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2013;13:305. doi:10.1186/1472-6882-13-305.
  2. Phuaklee, Pathompong et al. “Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities of extracts from Musa sapientum peel.” Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet vol. 95 Suppl 1 (2012): S142-6.

CocoFloss Textured Vegan Dental Floss the Best Benefits

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REVIEW: CocoFloss Textured Vegan Dental Floss

Introducing CocoFloss, a vegan clean beauty dental floss free of chemicals.

CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

What is Cocofloss

Cocofloss is a clean beauty dental floss. It is infused with coconut oil and uses vegan wax instead of chemically treated floss.

This is a soft, textured dental floss.  Fancy floss may feel a bit extra. But hear us out on this one: it’s not only vegan but actually a better flossing experience.

We all know flossing is important, but did you know your toothbrush can’t reach 35% of the surface of your teeth?  Yikes.

CocoFloss designed a floss to address this problem.

Why It Is Special

Because it is textured, it tackles more microparticle debris than a waxy gliding floss for a cleaner smile.

There are no toxins, parabens, SLS, or PFAS. And it is cruelty-free.

It comes in multiple flavors:  mint, coconut, strawberry, and orange. And it is available in variety packs and limited edition sets.

The CocoFloss Cocktail Pack

I tried the CocoFloss Cocktail Pack in Pink Mojito, as shown above in the adorable packaging.

It comes with floss in the flavors of Pure Strawberry and a limited-edition Summer Watermelon with refills in Delicious Mint

The Experience

There are some notable aspects of using this vegan dental floss:

  • It doesn’t catch or tear.
  • It fits between crowded teeth.
  • The textured floss does seem to give a better clean.
  • It smells yummy and tastes good!
  • My mouth feels just been to the dentist clean.

I like the use of coconut oil and vegan floss instead of chemicals.

Where to Buy It

Find this limited edition Cocktail Floss Pack at CocoFloss

Interested in more natural ingredient dental care options?

Keep that smile healthy with Charcoal toothpaste , whitening toothpaste, and old fashioned toothbrushes and cavity-fighting gum.

Then show off that smile and check out our curated collection of lovely clean beauty lipsticks featuring natural ingredients.

About This Post

The Style Chicks team personally tests, researches, and thoroughly evaluates each product before it is featured.

We received this product in exchange for our time and effort to form an opinion about this product.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Eye Serum How to Best Use 

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REVIEW: Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum is part of the apothecary collection. It brightens while it hydrates because of the synergy between the natural ingredients of the raspberry seed oil and pomegranate.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

What Is Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

A gentle, refreshing eye serum packed with skin-nourishing ingredients for the delicate eye area. It’s so packed with ingredients that it contains no water!

What Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum Does

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum brightens the eye area skin.

It also helps build collagen and hydrate the skin.

It packs a powerful punch against tired-looking, dark undereye circles. And BONUS: Pomegranate protects the delicate eye skin from the UV rays from computer screens!

Let’s take a look at this stellar ingredient lineup:

Key Ingredients

Raspberry Seed Oil

Raspberry Seed Oil moisturizes the skin, improves elasticity, and reduces fine lines.

Raspberry Seed Oil is rich in Ellagic acid which reduces the destruction of collagen as well as protects against Ultraviolet sun damage. [1] Ellagic acid is also a moisture sealant.

Raspberry Seed Oil contains collagen-building phytosterols and Salicylic Acid.

Raspberry seed oil also contains a high amount of Omega-6 and Omega-3 essential fatty acids.

How Pomegranate Benefits Skin on StyleChicks

Pomegranate Fruit Extract

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. [2]

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.

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is a light oil, it contains proteins and vitamins A, B, D, and E.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/capric triglyceride is a natural skin replenishing emollient that creates a barrier on the skin’s surface, which helps to reduce skin dryness by decreasing the loss of moisture. [3]

It can make greasy ingredients leave a non-greasy finish. A gentle ingredient. Caprylic/capric triglyceride creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to reduce moisture loss.

Olives benefits the skin

anti-inflammatory and nourishing benefits

Olive Fruit Oil

Olive Oil moisturizes but won’t clog pores.

It has skin-enhancing Omega-3s and polyphenols. Linoleic acid has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps skin hydrated

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.

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

Meadowfoam

Meadowfoam Seed Oil

Meadowfoam Seed Oil is a very stable oil that lubricates and can stay on the skin without leaving a residue after it is rinsed off.

Tocopherol

A form of Vitamin E used in skincare. It reduces fine lines and wrinkles, making skin more pliable and elastic.

It is a potent antioxidant; it reduces skin damage and removes free radicals that contribute to skin-aging.

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Best known as marigold.

Calendula flower promotes the regeneration of new tissue and soothes damaged skin.

Sunflower

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil is hydrating, nourishing, and an excellent supporting oil base. It retains moisture in the skin and is also rich in vitamin E.

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Where to Find Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Find Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum at DrBotanicals.com

Light weight non-sticky texture

Light weight non-sticky texture

Questions & Comments

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References

  1. Bae JY, Choi JS, Kang SW, Lee YJ, Park J, Kang YH. Dietary compound ellagic acid alleviates skin wrinkle and inflammation induced by UV-B irradiation. Exp Dermatol. 2010;19(8):e182-e190. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0625.2009.01044.x
  2. Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Juice and Its Relationship with Phenolic Composition and Processing  Mar­a I. Gil, Francisco A. Tom¡s-Barber , Betty Hess-Pierce, Deirdre M. Holcroft, and Adel A. Kader*, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 2000 48 (10)
  3. Hay IC, Jamieson M, Ormerod AD. “Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata.” Arch Dermatol. 1998;134(11):1349-1352. doi:10.1001/archderm.134.11.1349

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We received this product in exchange for our time and effort to form an opinion about this product.

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