Win this: C.O. Bigelow Barber Hair & Body Wash Elixir Red No. 1608
Want to smell like a real man? Our latest giveaway features C.O. Bigelow Barber Elixir Red No. 1608 Hair & Body Wash. To find out 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, August 15th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
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King Of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel Sensitive Skin
King Of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel Sensitive Skin Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $ (under $10) – Available at Target, Remington, and King of Shaves Direct.
Scent: Cool blend of tea tree oil, spearmint, and camphor.
I Like: the gel’s cooling effect. It’s an excellent value. Not animal tested. Made in the UK.
Not a fan of: the sodium laureth sulfate.
Not long ago, I was still using shave gel in a can. I thought the thick foam from canned shave gels and creams made for superior, less-irritating shaves. I was wrong. Most canned shaving products contain synthetic ingredients that can actually dry out and irritate sensitive skin. For those of you with sensitive skin still searching for a reasonably priced shave gel in a tube, may I suggest trying King of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel. It contains aloe vera and tea tree oil to help soothe your skin. The gel’s translucence eliminates the guesswork in shaving – you see exactly where your blade is touching your skin. The energizing blend of spearmint and camphor cools and helps to wake you up in the morning. It has a medicinal, but tolerable scent – I actually like it. Try using this shave gel if you’re on a budget and have sensitive skin.
Want a shot at winning this great product?
To find out how to qualify, please visit the Contests section. One lucky winner will be randomly selected. The deadline to qualify for this contest is August 8, 2011 at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
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C.O. Bigelow Barber Hair & Body Wash Elixir Red No. 1608
C.O. Bigelow Barber Hair & Body Wash Elixir Red No. 1608 Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★☆☆
Price: $ ($10) – Available at C.O. Bigelow.
Scent: Potent blend of spice, red currant, fig, and sandalwood.
I Like: the versatility of the product – made for hair and body.
Not a fan of: the strong fragrance, sulfate ingredients, and paraben preservatives.
The C.O. Bigelow Barber Elixir Red No. 1608 Hair & Body Wash is ideal for use post-workout or pre-dinner date. Its strong scent ensures any trace of body odor is, at the very least, masked. Trust me, you won’t need to apply cologne after using this cleanser. Don’t use this product on your face – the potent fragrance and sulfate ingredients could potentially over-dry the skin and cause breakouts. Those who enjoy strongly scented masculine products may want to give this hair and body wash a try.
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Natural one-two punch against acne: Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Purifying Gel Cleanser and Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Combating acne can be an agonizing experience. We prick and pinch blemishes only to realize such actions only worsen the situation – infection and scarring are common results. There are so many acne treatment options available, but few of them actually seem to work. When I was a foolish teenager, I used alcohol astringents to dry out my skin – not a smart move. By drying out my skin, these products actually increased oil production, which led to even more pimples. It wasn’t until I discovered and starting using skincare products with salicylic acid or willow bark that I began to see a noticeable change in my complexion. Products with salicylic acid are readily available at your local drugstore. Simply go to the acne-treatment aisle and look for lotions, gels, and washes with this effective ingredient – Neutrogena and Clean and Clear are just two easy-to-find brands that feature salicylic acid. I prefer to use more natural products and have experienced positive results using the face wash and moisturizer from the Burt’s Bees Natural Acne Solutions line. These products contain salicylic acid derived from willow bark. With regular use day and night, I have maintained a clear complexion when using the gel cleanser and daily moisturizing lotion. Whatever you do, remember to avoid products that contain alcohol.
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Win this: Dr. Bronner's Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel
Our latest giveaway features Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel. To find out 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, August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
See our review for Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel here.
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Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel
Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $ (under $10) – Available at Dr. Bronner’s and The Vitamin Shoppe.
Scent: Blend of peppermint and spearmint.
I Like: how natural this product is. The scent is refreshing, but not overpowering.
Not a fan of: the thin texture.
Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Gel is the most natural shave gel/cream I have ever used. It doesn’t contain any synthetic ingredients. The gel’s brown color may turn off some people, but this is only superficial and does not affect performance. The shave gel has a thin consistency and does not really lather up, which makes it especially ideal for wet shaving. Try this product out if you can’t stand using obnoxious-smelling shave gels loaded with artificial ingredients.
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Soothes Sensitive Skin: Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Face Cream
Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Face Cream Ingredients List
Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$$$$ (over $50) – Available at Origins and Macy’s.
Scent: Soothing blend of lavender, orange, and patchouli.
I like: the soothing herbal scent. Its thick texture thoroughly moisturizes without leaving a greasy film.
Not a fan of: the high price tag.
I’m a big fan of practically every offering in the Dr. Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom product line. My favorite product in the line is the Soothing Face Cream. I love how its intoxicating herbal scent – a natural blend of lavender, orange, and patchouli – puts me in a meditative state. The rich cream hydrates my skin without leaving it feeling greasy. A little goes a long way, making the higher price tag easier to digest. It’s versatile – you can use it day or night. As with other products in the Dr. Weil line, this cream is made without the unnecessary synthetic ingredients, such as parabens and artificial fragrances/colors, commonly found in skincare products. I recommend this cream for anyone with sensitive skin who suffers from redness or irritation.
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Win this: The Real Shaving Company Sensitive Formula Shave Cream
Our latest giveaway features The Real Shaving Company’s Sensitive Formula Shave Cream. To find out 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 25th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time. Good luck!
See our review for the The Real Shaving Company’s Sensitive Formula Shave Cream here.
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