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Product Review: Kiehl’s Amino Acid Conditioner

Posted in Hair, tagged , , , , , , , on May 14, 2012| 1 Comment »

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Kiehl’s Amino Acid Conditioner

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Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Kiehl’s and Nordstrom.
Scent: Light coconut.
I Like: the sweet, mellow smell of coconut.  Does a great job at making hair feel soft.  A little goes a long way.
Not a fan of: the paraben preservatives.  Relatively expensive.

Of the many hair conditioners I’ve tried, Kiehl’s Amino Acid Conditioner ranks as one of the better performers when it comes to making hair feel soft.  The first thing I notice when using the product is the wonderful light coconut scent.  The great smell will motivate any dude to condition his dry, brittle locks.  The conditioner’s formula consists of some great nourishing ingredients including oils of jojoba and coconut as well as wheat amino acids.  At $19 for an 8.4 ounce bottle, Kiehl’s Amino Acid Conditioner is on the pricier side.  However, its price tag is somewhat justified as a little amount goes a long way.

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Product Review: Murad Man Face Defense SPF 15

Posted in Moisturizers: Face, Sunscreens/Sunblocks, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , on March 28, 2012| Leave a Comment »

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Murad Man Face Defense SPF 15

Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 2.5%, Octinoxate 7.5%, Oxybenzone 2.0%
Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Butylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Diisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Chitosan Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Gluconate, Sodium PCA, Betaine, Sorbitol, Glycine, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Arginine, Lysine, Glutamic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben

Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $$$$ ($30-$40) – Available at Murad, Ulta, and Amazon.
Scent: very subtle hint of geranium.
I Like: how the lotion is light and easily absorbed.  Keeps the skin moisturized without that greasy feeling.  Not tested on animals.
Not a fan of: the paraben preservatives.

Murad’s Face Defense SPF 15 lotion for men moisturizes well without leaving my skin feeling greasy, which is relatively rare for a sunscreen.  The lotion absorbs quickly, almost immediately after applying.  Its scent is hardly noticeable – those with a keen sense of smell might detect a hint of geranium.  This lightweight facial sunscreen does not come cheap – a two-ounce tube lasting 1-2 months costs $33.  If you have the disposable income to spend on an effective, non-greasy facial moisturizer with sunscreen, try using Murad Man Face Defense SPF 15.  You just might like it.

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Product Review: Malin + Goetz Grapefruit Face Cleanser

Posted in Face Washes and Scrubs, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on June 3, 2011| Leave a Comment »

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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.

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