Posted in Contests, Shave Products, Videos, tagged Burt's Bees, contest, Free Stuff, Giveaway, male, Men, Mens Grooming, Natural, paraben free, Shave, Shave Cream, Shaving, skin care, skincare, Swag on June 28, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Win this: Burt's Bees Natural Skin Care For Men Shave Cream
Our current giveaway features the awesome smelling Burt’s Bees Natural Skin Care For Men Shave Cream. To find out more about how to qualify for our giveaways please visit the Contests section. One lucky winner will be randomly selected. The deadline to qualify for this contest is Monday, July 4th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
Posted in Shave Products, Videos, tagged affordable shave cream, best shave cream, Male skincare, Mens Grooming, natural shave cream, paraben free, Sensitive skin, Shave Cream, shave cream reviews, shave gel on June 17, 2011| Leave a Comment »
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Posted in Face Washes and Scrubs, Videos, tagged beauty, dry skin, face cleanser, Face Wash, gentle, Goetz, Grapefruit, haul, Male Skin Care, Male skincare, Malin, Malin & Goetz, Malin and Goetz, Malin+Goetz, Men, review, Sensitive skin, tutorial, video on June 3, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Malin+Goetz Grapefruit Face Cleanser
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$$ ($30) – Available at Malin+Goetz, Bloomingdale’s, and Bigelow Chemists.
Scent: Light grapefruit.
I liked: how gentle this cleanser was on my face. It got rid of the dirt without over-drying my skin. The subtle smell of grapefruit was a nice, refreshing touch.
I didn’t like: nothing. However, guys may be hesitant to spend $30 on a face cleanser.
Less is more when it comes to Malin+Goetz’s Grapefruit Face Cleanser. This face wash effectively removes dirt without stripping the skin of vital oils. It is clear and colorless, with a slight grapefruit scent. The biggest thing I notice when using this cleanser is the lack of lather – which means it is gentle and doesn’t over-dry the skin. I used this face wash day and night with excellent results – no breakouts or signs of irritation. As usual, I immediately moisturized after every cleansing. The product’s thick texture allows you to use a little each time – which, even at $30, makes it a good value.
Posted in Moisturizers: Face, Shave Products, Videos, tagged apricot oil, dry skin, face cream, Face Lotion, Fragrance free, Kiehl's, Male skincare, Mens Grooming, moisturizer, normal skin, Nourishing, sesame seed oil, shea butter, soothing, unscented on May 31, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Kiehls Soothing Nourishing Face Cream for Men
Kiehls Soothing Nourishing Face Cream for Men Texture
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Discontinued, but here are the Amazon reviews of Kiehl’s Soothing, Nourishing Face Cream for Men.
Scent: Virtually unscented. Has a very slight hint of shea butter.
I like: the product’s versatility – it can be used as a moisturizer as well as an aftershave. It works well at moisturizing dry skin.
I don’t like: the paraben preservatives.
Kiehl’s Soothing, Nourishing Face Cream for Men is a simple, versatile moisturizer that can be used as a moisturizer and aftershave. Those with sensitive will appreciate that it’s practically fragrance-free. This lightweight moisturizer contains some natural nourishing ingredients including shea butter, sesame oil, and apricot oil. Ideal for normal to dry skin.
Posted in Moisturizers: Face, Videos, tagged acne prone, breakouts, face cream, Face Lotion, face moisturizer, Fragrance free, Goetz, Malin, Malin and Goetz, salicylic acid, Sensitive skin, unscented, vitamin e on May 26, 2011| 2 Comments »
Malin + Goetz Vitamin E Moisturizer
Malin + Goetz Vitamin E Moisturizer Texture
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$$$$ ($40-$50) – Available at Malin + Goetz and Barneys New York.
Scent: Unscented.
I like: how well this product works on breakout-prone skin – most likely due to the salicylic acid content. Keeps the redness and irritation in check.
I didn’t like: the rigid bottle. I would have preferred a squeeze tube – it’s a much easier way to get the moisturizer out.
Anyone battling acne and redness of the skin should seriously consider trying the Malin + Goetz Vitamin E Face Moisturizer. The product is lightweight, unscented, and contains salicylic acid, which effectively controls breakouts. Vitamin E and panthenol moisturize while chamomile and allantoin soothe. Despite its higher price tag, this face moisturizer is a great value considering what it’s capable of doing for those with problem skin. Don’t hesitate to buy this. It’ll boost your confidence. Really.
Posted in Eye Gels and Creams, Videos, tagged Caffeine, Cucumber, Dark Circles, Eye Cream, Eye Gel, Eye Lotion, Eye Moisturizer, ginseng, GinZing, Origins, Puffiness, puffy eyes on May 24, 2011| 4 Comments »
Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream
Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream Texture
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$$ ($20-$30) – Available at Origins and Macy’s.
Scent: Undetectable.
I liked: that the eye cream was effective at lightening dark circles and decreasing puffiness around the eyes. Its thick texture helped to keep the area around my eyes moisturized.
I didn’t like: the initial invigorating sensation. It almost does too good a job at “waking” your eyes up.
Origins Ginzing Refreshing Eye Cream is a great non-gender specific moisturizer that effectively lightens dark circles and decreases puffiness around the eyes. It contains panax ginseng, caffeine from coffee, and “natural optic brighteners” to revive tired-looking eyes. Be careful not to apply too much of this eye cream at once. My eyes initially watered because I used a generous amount of the product around the eyes – they felt way too invigorated (perhaps too much of a good thing?). At .5 ounces, a jar of Origins Ginzing eye cream is easy to carry around and will come in handy on mornings after those fun but rough nights.
Posted in Advice, Videos, tagged blotting papers, combination skin, controlling face oil, face blotting, face shine, handkerchief, how to control face shine, matte, matte moisurizers, oil control, oily face, oily shiny face, oily skin, remove face shine, shine control, shine free face, shine on face, shiny face, shiny face skin, shiny skin on May 21, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Shiny Face. I suffer from it and I know a lot of you find it annoying as well. I have tried numerous products to control my oily skin including face blotting papers and moisturizers with matte finishes only to be repeatedly disappointed by their ineffectiveness. My days of experiencing shiny face are much fewer now that I always keep a clean 100% cotton handkerchief in my back pocket. That thin piece of cloth has restored my confidence level, especially at social events where there is constant mingling and picture-taking. In addition to controlling oil, handkerchiefs gently exfoliate. They are inexpensive and widely available at department stores. Pick up a pack and you’ll see the shine disappear from your face.
Posted in Shave Products, Toners and Astringents, Videos, tagged After-shave, Aftershave, astringent, Ayurvedic, chamomile, close pores, Dr. Weil, gentle, Lavender, Mega-Mushroom, orange, Origins, patchouli, post-shave, reishi mushroom, Sensitive skin, soothing, splash, toner on May 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Treatment Lotion
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$$ ($30) – Available at Origins and Macy’s.
Scent: Light blend of chamomile, lavender, patchouli, and orange.
I liked: the product’s unique ayurvedic scent as well as its soothing and hydrating properties.
I didn’t like: nothing. This is a great toner for sensitive skin.
Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Treatment Lotion works very well as an aftershave splash and refreshing skin toner. I’m normally not a big fan of face toners and astringents as they usually contain alcohol and do more harm than good. However, this “lotion” (which is really a splash) is alcohol-free and contains a number of plant-based ingredients that help soothe and hydrate the skin. I really enjoyed the product’s calming scent, which is a light blend of chamomile, lavender, patchouli, and orange. As with all toners the Mega-Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Treatment Lotion should be used after washing and before moisturizing.
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