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About Bakuchiol Featuring Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

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We previously featured Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt, a skin-loving combo of Probiotics and Bakuchiol. Today we look closely at how the Bakuchiol in Tropical Melt gives Retinol results without retinol irritation.

About Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is derived from the leaves and seeds of the babchi plant.

Bakuchiol is a natural retinol alternative. It is plant-based, non-irritating, and clinically proven statistically as effective as retinol. Bakuchiol improves photoaging, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation equally as well as retinol, but Bakuchiol is better tolerated. [1]

It stimulates collagen within the skin, as well as significant improvement in wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness without the retinol-associated side effects. [2]

Bakuchiol inhibits melanin production on age spots and acne scars [3]. Bakuchiol helps with acne.[4]

Bakuchiol is a plant-based phenol that decreases wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. Studies show that gentle, natural bakuchiol holds its’ own against Retinol.

Retinol looks emollient but dries the skin, whereas bakuchiol hydrates

Retinol looks emollient but dries the skin, whereas bakuchiol hydrates

Bakuchiol Research

“Our study demonstrates that bakuchiol is comparable with retinol in its ability to improve photoaging and is better tolerated than retinol.” [5]

One randomized, double-blind, clinical study compared retinol and bakuchiol. There was no statistical difference between how each decreased wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. But the retinol users reported facial skin scaling and stinging. [6]

A second study confirmed the Retinol-like functionality of bakuchiol. It also documented the stimulation of collagen within the skin. Bakuchiol was used twice a day for 12 weeks. The result was a significant improvement in wrinkles, pigmentation, elasticity, and firmness without the retinol-associated side effects. [7]

About Tropical Melt

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt is an excellent multi-tasker to address wrinkles, acne, discoloration, and acne.

Apply this multi-tasking balm to damp skin and use it as a cleanser, makeup remover, mask, or leave-on treatment. We love the retinol results AND how skin still feels so supple, hydrated, and smooth!

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

Caley Cosmetics Tropical Melt

More from Caley Cosmetics

Here are some of the other Caley Cosmetics skincare and makeup we love:

Caley Cosmetics Beach Babe Natural Eyes Eyeliner

Caley Cosmetics Color Wave Natural Lipstick

References

  1. Dhaliwal, S.; Rybak, I.; Ellis, S.R.; Notay, M.; Trivedi, M.; Burney, W.; Vaughn, A.R.; Nguyen, M.; Reiter, P. (February 2019). “Prospective, randomized, double-blind assessment of topical bakuchiol and retinol for facial photoageing”
  2. British Journal of Dermatology. 180 (2): 289=296. doi:10.1111/bjd.16918. ISSN 0007-0963. PMID 29947134.
  3. Chaudhuri RK, Bojanowski K. Bakuchiol: a retinol-like functional compound revealed by gene expression profiling and clinically proven to have anti-aging effects. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014 Jun;36(3):221-30. doi: 10.1111/ics.12117. Epub 2014 Mar 6. PMID: 24471735.
  4. Ohno O, Watabe T, Nakamura K, Kawagoshi M, Uotsu N, Chiba T, Yamada M, Yamaguchi K, Yamada K, Miyamoto K, Uemura D. Inhibitory effects of bakuchiol, bavachin, and isobavachalcone isolated from Piper longum on melanin production in B16 mouse melanoma cells. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(7):1504-6. doi: 10.1271/bbb.100221. Epub 2010 Jul 7. PMID: 20622433.
  5. Dhaliwal, S.; Prospective, British Journal of Dermatology, 2019
  6. Ibid
  7. Chaudhuri, Bakuchiol, Int J Cosmet Sci. 2014

Dr Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer

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Dr. Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer is a day cream rich in stellar ingredients, yet it absorbs quickly and dries down smooth.

Dr. Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer

Dr. Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer

All Hail the Kale!

Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer contains, of course, Kale.

Full antioxidants, Kale in skincare promotes collagen production, tightens pores, detoxifies the skin, and fights free-radical damage.

Kale has several skin-friendly vitamins including rare and beneficial copper. Copper in skincare promotes collagen and elastin production. It supports healthy melanin production and helps protect skin from sun damage.

Other Kale vitamins include:

  • Vitamin C reduces discoloration, promotes collagen, fights acne, and restores damaged skin. Kale has more Vitamin C than an orange.
  • Lutein increases hydration and skin elasticity
  • Vitamin A promotes skin rejuvenation, cell turnover, and collagen production

But Kale isn’t the only skin-loving ingredient in this formulation. Check out this key ingredient list:

Key Ingredients

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Sweet almond oil contains proteins and vitamins A, B, D, and E. It is especially useful on fading discoloration.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Shea Butter treats acne scars, including cystic acne dark scars. Shea can feed the skin and overhaul the skin texture, even on deep burns.

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil

Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil forms the lipid barrier that holds moisture in skin cells, which keeps the skin hydrated. It contains fatty acid oils with skin barrier-strengthening, healing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties.

Jojoba Esters

Jojoba removes impurities and flakes, reduces inflammation, and soothes skin. Jojoba oil is an emollient, made of 98% monounsaturated fats.

Jojoba gives elasticity and softness to the skin without causing acne or clogged pores.

Cucumber

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

Cucumber is soothing and reduces swelling. Cucumber has a high water content that hydrates the skin.

It also contains skin-friendly vitamin K, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and vitamin A. Vitamin K reduces discoloration caused by leaking capillaries.

Cocoa Seed

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter

Cocoa Butter helps the skin remain resilient and elastic. It is also moisturizing. Cocoa Butter is an excellent buffer against irritation and dryness.

Cocoa Seed Butter contains a significant amount of polyphenol and flavonoid antioxidants. It prevents peeling skin and keeps skin elastic.

Arginine

An amino acid that protects skin from free radicals

Tocopherol

A refined form of Vitamin E. It softens the skin and makes burns and scars more pliable.

The Experience

No heavy scents or residue. Neither makeup nor sunscreen pill atop this rich cream. Skin is left feeling well-hydrated and supple.

Where to Find It

Find Dr. Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer at https://us.drbotanicals.com/products/kale-superfood-nourishing-day-moisturiser-1

More from Dr. Botanicals

Interested in the Dr. Botanicals apothecary line? Love superfood based beauty? Then you may also like Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

Dr Botanicals Pomegranate Superfood Brightening Eye Serum

QUESTIONS?
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ABOUT THIS POST

Dr. Botanicals Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturizer was 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.

All opinions and experiences are 100% our own.

Heat Free Hair Styling with Almush Style Hair Curler Set

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Almush Style Hair Curler Set provides a comfortable, easy-to-use way to get beautiful curls without the damage of heat styling.

Almush Style Hair Curler Set comes in a variety of colors and patterns

Almush Style Hair Curler Set comes in a variety of colors and patterns

Why Use a Heatless Hair Styling Solution

I loved the bouncy voluminous waves from a curling wand. It took 20 extra minutes to curl my hair each morning. 

But daily hot tool use made my hair very dry and brittle. A curling wand depletes natural moisture in the hair and damages the keratin bonds. 

I stopped using the curling wand, but curls and waves hide hair damage better than wearing straight hair. 

I tried a few heatless curler options but most left a weird crimp in my hair or the curl didn’t hold. Many heatless curler options caused frizzy sections in my hair. 

The Almush Style Hair Curler set can be used on wet or dry hair lightly misted with water. It works on long, curly, straight, fine, or thick hair. 

Close up of one of the Mulberry silk scrunchies from the Almush Style Hair Curler Set. Mulberry silk is the most gentle on delicate hair and is safe to use on hair overnight.

The Set

The set comes in a variety of colors and designs. We tried the Pink and the 3d cube design.

Almush Style Pink Color Hair Curler Set

Almush Style Pink Color Hair Curler Set

Almush Style Cube Design Hair Curler Set

Almush Style Cube Design Hair Curler Set

 

The Almush Style Cube Design Hair Curler Set comes with:

  • One clip
  • One mulberry silk curler base 
  • two silk scrunchies
  • a drawstring storage bag
The Clip

The sturdy clip holds the curler base steady so you can use both hands to wrap your hair on the base.


The teeth do not slip yet do not pinch or pull on the hair.

The Scrunchies

Two mulberry silk scrunchies secure the hair ends in place on the curler base

Cube Pattern Scrunchie

Scrunchie Duo


 

 

The Drawstring Storage Bag

The Base 

  • The total length of the curler base is 35 inches. It can accommodate even VERY long hair. 
  • It is a one-inch diameter for the most versatile curl style. 
  • The curler base is made of soft, eco-friendly foamed rubber so it is comfortable to sleep on and lightweight. It has a mulberry silk cover.

The base tips are well stitched with a pearl sealed finish

The base is flexible and folds neatly for storage

Flexible Base stores easily when not in use

 

Why Mulberry Silk is Best for Hair

  • It is lightweight and hypoallergenic.
  • Mulberry silk is 100% natural and contains no artificial fibers.
  • It is smooth without friction or abrasive surfaces, so it is the most gentle to the hair. It will not catch, rub, or damage the hair shaft.
  • It will not wick moisture out of the hair like cotton
  • A mulberry silk fiber is stronger than a piece of steel of the same length and diameter.
  • Mulberry silk provides the longest silk strands, which allows for higher-quality weaving and fewer”bumps” to catch a hair strand
  • It holds moisture very well. It can hold 1/3 of its weight in water without feeling damp. It also will not mildew or require airing out.

How to Use This Set

  1. Start with towel-dried hair or lightly spritz dry hair damp
  2. Secure the base to the head with the included clip
  3. Wrap sections of hair around the base. 
    • I start with pieces about the same size hair piece as I take when using a curling wand.
    • Larger pieces create a softer curl, smaller pieces a tighter curl.  
    • Tight wrapping creates a ringlet. Loose wrapping creates a beachy wave.
    • TIP: One technique I found useful is to hold my hair section taut, lay it flat on the base towards the front, and twist it before wrapping it around the back of the curler. This creates more of a curling wand-type curls
  4. Once you wrap all your hair on one side, secure the ends with the scrunchie.
  5. Repeat on the other side 
  6. Once both sides are secured, the base is flexible and can bend out of the way while you sleep or wear it while getting ready. 

Results

Lovely soft curls without burning my fingers or damaging my hair with a curling wand. And it doesn’t leave a weird “crimp” mark in my hair like other heatless curlers. I love saving the extra 20 minutes in the morning NOT having to curl my hair!

Where to Buy It

Find the Almush Style Hair Curler Set at https://almushstyle.com/collections/hair-curler/products/black-color-hair-curler-almush-style

Use coupon code BXSH4E5KCSC7 for 20% off any Almush Style product.


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Viola Rouge Eye Creams

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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 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.


 

Feature 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 It

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

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Wake up with glowing skin with this Overnight Glow Peel. This once a week treat is chock full of skin-friendly ingredients

About GOOP 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 to fight free radicals, hydrate the skin and prevent the skin from damage.

Mango

Mangifera Indica Pulp Extract

Also known as Mango.

Mango is an emollient. Rich in fatty acids, it keeps skin hydrated and nourished.

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

Mango Seed Extract is high in copper, which supports Collagen, Elastin and increases Hyaluronic Acid production within 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. Glycerin helps the skin to retain moisture. Glycerin fills in gaps in dryer skin which makes skin look better and keeps the outer layer of the skin 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 behaves 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 imbalances such as inflammation or dry skin flaking.

The Experience

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

texture

 

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

Each pad is in a sealed packet. These pads are well-saturated. One pad treats my face, décolletage, collarbone, and neck. I apply any remaining product to the top of my hands.


I experienced no redness or irritation in the morning.

Two days later, I had very light peeling on the sides of my nose.  The peel loosened up stubborn side-of-the-nose-blackheads. A few days after my whiteheads began to subside and purge.

 

Where to Find It

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

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

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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.

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