Valentia Even Glow Serum Review

I am so happy to bring another Valentia review to the blog! I loved working with them last time. They were very quick at answering any questions I had or helping resolve issues.


About the Product

Even Glow Serum - A lightweight serum that will give your skin a youthful glow and a brilliant shine for that well rested and refreshed look. It contains 20% Vitamin C and natural and organic ingredients. 

This serum will:

• Even the skin tone - Dark spots, skin discoloration, uneven, and ill textured skin will become smooth, wrinkle free skin that leaves you looking flawless and ageless. 
• Increase the glow and radiance - Essential fatty acids leave the skin smooth and visibly brighter. Smooth skin capable of reflecting light will give your skin a youthful glow and a brilliant shine for that well rested and refreshed look.
• Absorbs rapidly - Moisturizes skin due to the capacity of the hyaluronic acid to absorb water, thereby increasing fluid between cells, giving your skin a smoother and younger appearance. This intense water absorption means no more dry, peeling or cracked skin, even in extreme weather.
•  Boosts collagen production - Organic Rosehip seed oil supports Vitamin C increasing collagen production so your skin retains the elasticity responsible for a youthful appearance and prevents skin sagging associated with aging. 
• Reduces wrinkles and fine lines - Reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles with the help of Vitamin C. Special ingredients such as Hyaluronic acid and Organic sea buckthorn oil work to plump up the skin, which reduces fin lines and wrinkles in the skin so it is smoother, clearer and younger.  

Review

• Packaging - I really love the way Valentia packages their products. It comes in a really nice glass bottle and it has a dropper. I will say as much as I love Valentia I wish the product came in a slightly bigger bottle.
• Smell - This serum smells really good. Not going to lie I open it up just to smell it sometimes just like my chocolate bar palette! It smells better than the True Glow Eye Cream. It's a really nice orange scent.
• Texture - It's a thin serum so it's very smooth and it feels good when on the skin.
• Application - First wash your face then let it dry. When you are ready to apply the product first shake it lightly. I use the dropper and apply it directly to my skin I feel like it works better that way because it absorbs very quickly. Once the serum has absorbed into your skin apply your moisturizer.
• Effectiveness - I LOVE this serum. It gives my skin a beautiful glow. I feel comfortable going out in public without makeup because my skin looked that good! It also has hyaluronic acid in it and it does amazing things for my skin.
• Value for money - It is $25 for 1.18 fl. oz. of product. I wish Valentia used bigger bottles but I really love this product and what it does for my skin. It's a natural product that I can use and not worry about anything harmful being in it.
• Availability - You can get this product on Amazon or their website.

* I received this product complimentary to test and review. All opinions are my own.

Natural skin care

When it came to skin care when I was younger I didn't care what I put on my face as long as I thought it worked. Now at 21 I know what my skin type is, I know what types of products I need to use, and I know what works best for me. Last year I started learning about natural skin care and how awesome it is. Since then I have been trying to use more natural products and today I would like to share some of the things I have found with you. I can't guarantee that everything listed is 100% natural but it is a LOT better than some things out there.

A little bit of information on my skin. It is combination. My T-zone can get very oily so anything that can tame it is great. As I am getting older it is getting a lot better especially since I treat it better than when I was younger. Every month I get very bad hormonal acne which takes about a week to clear up. My skin can be a little sensitive so I try to use gentle products and only use things that are a bit harsh when I need to use it.

The Body Shop

 

Seaweed Ionic Clay Mask - Combination/Oily skin   $23
Here is the description on their website.

This revitalizing clay mask cleanses skin and controls excess oil

• Draws out impurities
• Clarifying
• Refreshing

I first bought a sample at Ulta and really liked it. The sample lasted me at least 3 uses so I recommend trying it first before buying the full size because it is the priciest item I own. It's really great at soaking up the excess oil without being to drying. I only use this product about once a week so I still have a decent amount and I have had it for almost a year. So what are the benefits of seaweed? Seaweed is anti-inflammatory so it can help reduce the swelling from acne. It also works as a natural exfoliant  removing dead skin cells, which blocks pores.


InstaNatural *I reviewed both of these products. You can read it here.*

Pore Tightening Vitamin C Facial Toner - All skin types   $17.49
Here is the description on their website.

InstaNatural’s Vitamin C Facial Toner is a hydrator infused with anti-aging ingredients that leave your skin feeling fresh and clean with each use. Our formula harnesses the power of Vitamin C which renews the skin and neutralizes free radicals to minimize UV damage. This leaves you with stronger and more protected skin. Witch Hazel’s astringent properties reduce the oil in your skin and tighten your pores while sulfur works with other ingredients to increase your skin’s elasticity. Balance your skin’s natural pH levels with each spray of our toner designed with both men and women in mind.

• Vitamin C in our formula provides antioxidant power to fight against environmental factors, which restores your skin’s health and youthfulness
• Preps your pores for serums and moisturizers
• Fights oily skin by removing excess oil and restoring natural pH levels
• Gentle formula recommended for all skin types

I really love this toner. I stopped using my proactive toner because this is very gentle on my skin. It also smells really good!

Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum    $16.45
Here is the description on their website.

InstaNatural’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum contains botanically derived Hyaluronic Acid along with antioxidants such as Vitamin C, Jojoba Oil and Green Tea. Hyaluronic Acid is known to help the skin retain moisture by sustaining up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it the perfect hydrator for your skin.

• Vegan formula
• Soothes dehydrated and flaky skin
• Works to keep your skin youthful by increasing strength and firmness
• Enriched with Vitamin C, Green Tea and Aloe for a boost in antioxidants
• A perfect companion to your beauty routine to increase moisture and hydration
• Gel-like texture glides easily into the skin and absorbs in seconds

When I get a new checking account this will be one of the products I buy. I used this product religiously when I first got it now that I am getting low I try to use it once or twice a week. When I used it everyday my skin looked absolutely amazing! My best friend noticed a difference in my skin when I used it for about a week and said my skin was glowing.



Lush

Coalface - Combination/Oily skin   $13.95 I bought mine in the store for $7 because they cut it smaller. *This is the photo from Lush's website. I have just a little sliver now so it wouldn't have been a good picture.*
Here is the description on their website.

Coal Face is ideal for those of you who loving washing your faces with a good, old-fashioned bar of soap. Except, there’s nothing antiquated about this preservative-free facial cleanser. Inspired by the complexion bar in ‘Annie Hall’, we created Coal Face for combination to oily faces. Powdered charcoal absorbs excess sebum and acts as a mild exfoliator, while rosewood and sandalwood oils reduce redness and clear up blemishes. Use Coal Face daily for clear, balanced skin.

I have had this product for almost a year and it will probably last two more months. I recommend finding a Lush store because it's a really fun experience. They will ask you if it's your first time and sit you down to basically give you a free hand massage showing how their products work. For stuff like Coalface they will cut the size you need so one petal is around $7 depending on the weight.

Lush Lip Scrubs   $9.95
We also need to take care of our lips. I got a Lush lip scrub for Christmas and love it. The main ingredients in mine are sugar, extract of cherries and dates. It tastes like Coca-Cola! I really wish I could keep buy this one but they have other great flavors like bubblegum and popcorn.



Witch Hazel - I got this product from Walmart in the medicine section. There are a couple of different brands but they are all reasonably priced. I got the Walmart brand for under $2 because it was my first time using just witch hazel.

 

Witch hazel is amazing for skin. I will use it as another cleanser to remove the makeup I missed and as my toner. Witch hazel is one of the ingredients in a lot of skin care like toner so it is completely safe for the skin. The two main reasons why I really like it are: It is very budget friendly and very gentle on the skin. When I use my proactive toner it can irritate my skin so it's really nice having  toner that won't do that to my skin.

Here are some of the benefits of using witch hazel.

• Treating acne
• Removing excess oil
• Refreshing skin
• Reducing puffy eyes
• Pore tightening
• Blackheads disappearing

Those are just some of the benefits of witch hazel! I didn't even include the medical benefits. If you would like to learn more about the benefits of witch hazel you can read about it here.

 



Honey

 

Benefits of using honey.

• Anti-bacterial
• Anti-inflammatory
• Full of antioxidants
• Moisturizing
• Soothing
• Clarifying

I did a LOT of research before buying honey. This is was started my love of natural skin care so I really wanted to make sure I bought the right kind. Make sure it is 100% pure raw honey. If it needs softened put in in the microwave for a couple of seconds. I put a thin layer on my skin and focus mostly on the t-zone. Honey is anti-bacterial so it is great for acne! It even helps with burns! I used nair on my lip and put some honey on afterwards and it helped a lot with the pain. I bought a small jar at a local grocery store in the organic section. I think it will last me a while so start with something small. Some people have asked me if having honey on my face bothers me and it doesn't. Once it's on my face it doesn't feel sticky at all it just feels like a mask. It's extremely easy to remove, all you need is a washcloth and warm water. I have read it's also great for hair so I am going to look into that.

 

 

I hope you enjoyed my natural skin care post. I look forward to finding other products and sharing them with you. If you liked this post comment down below and let me know what you liked and if you plan on buying any of the products.

Instanaturals Review: Hyaluronic Acid Serum & Vitamin C Toner

Hey everybody! This is my first review and I am really excited! These products are from Instanatural and I can't wait to share my opinion with you!

 

 

Premium Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Serum

 

First Impressions: I really like that it is in a glass bottle and I really like the color of the packaging. I was very happy with the shipping it arrived perfectly safe. It has a dropper (not sure about the name lol) so you only get what you need. I think it's the perfect consitency it's not really thick or thin. When it goes on it's really smooth and drys quickly. I do have to add the smell is a little strong. It bothers my mom when she's near me when I put it on. It's not the most pleasant smell but I can tolerate it. I would deffinitly consider buying more when I am out.

 

About Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Instanatural's Hyaluronic Acid Serum contains Hyaluronic Acid along with a perfect blend of antioxidants such as Vitamin C + Jojoba oil + Green Tea. With a capacity to sustain up to 1,000 times its weight in water, Hyaluronic Acid is a great natural hydrator by helping the skin to retain  moisture. You can buy it here or on their website.

 

 

Vitamin C Toner

 

First Impressions: I really liked this product immeadietly! It is 4 FL OZ. and comes in a plastic bottle. It smells really good and I always look forward to using it. The smell is kind of like a lemony-orange. It feels really nice and refreshing when I spray it on. I also really like that it is a spray bottle unlike my proactive toner it seems more sanitary to me.

 

About Vitamin C Facial Toner

Instanatural's Pore Tightening Vitamin C Facial Toner is an all-in-one hydrator infused with age-defying ingredients to leave your skin feeling refreshed and balanced with each pump of its formula. Vitamin C in the mist helps renew skin by neutralizing free radicals and UV-related damage. Witch Hazel's astringent properties purify oily skin and tighten pores, all while the sulfer drives deep penetration of these ingredients to increase skin elasticity. With each spray, your face is restored to natural pH levels and is in prime condition to absorb serums and moisturizers effectively. You can buy it here.

 

 

Overall I really like both products and I do think they work. I would say my favorite is the toner. One of my friends mentioned to me that my skin looked really healthy and had a hint of a glow to it. She also tried it and loved the products as well and she couldn't stop looking at her skin she loved the results so much. This year I have really become a fan of using natural products and these are on the top of the list. Instanatural has been really great to work with If I had a question they responded quickly and they were very nice. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for new products

 

*This was a sponsored post powered by BrandBacker. All opinions are my own.