Origins GinZing Glow Boosting Mask

 

Origins have expanded their hugely popular GinZing collection with the launch of their new GinZing Glow Boosting Mask.

This beautifully vibrant, orange, ombre recyclable jar houses an exceptionally clever formula designed to soften, hydrate, brighten and create a truly radiant looking complexion both instantly and over time.

Suitable for all skin types and boasting a 93% naturally derived formula, the first element that strikes you upon removing the lid is its soft, comforting scent.

 

 

Featuring an essential oil blend of orange, grapefruit, lemon and spearmint, it offers a wonderfully calming yet invigorating aromatic experience to gently awakens the senses.

The next thing you’ll notice is that suspended within the creamy, soft peach mask are a plethora of tiny little terracotta coloured orbs.

These ‘orbs’ are one of the many elements designed to impart a natural looking radiance to your complexion and are in fact snap encapsulates of naturally derived mineral illuminators which activate when the mask is gently massaged onto your skin creating an instant lift, brightening a dull complexion and boosting radiance.

 

 

The encapsulates are just one part of a ‘3-Glow Complex’ within the formula, with two types of naturally derived Vitamin C plus bolstering your skin from the inside out.

A naturally derived “free form” Vitamin C is released onto your skin upon application which helps to provide long-term brightening alongside the instant illumination.

Also present is a Proprietary Veggie-Liposome Vitamin C. This naturally derived Vitamin C is contained within a liposome, a microscopic technology that helps deliver vitamin C to your skin.

Once applied, the liposome allows for a targeted delivery of Vitamin C within skin’s surface.

 

In addition to the brightening effects of Vitamin C there’s also a fancy element known as Vital-Synthesis TechnologyTM.

Basically, this is a blend of caffeine from coffee beans and Panax Ginseng which help to naturally energise your skin, refreshing and recharging for a brighter, healthier complexion.

Finally we have high molecular weight hyaluronic acid.

Renowned for its incredible hydrating properties and ability to retain moisture, it acts like a sponge drawing moisture to your skin leaving it feeling soft, smooth and plump throughout the day. 

 

Now I’ll admit, I was somewhat confused when I first used this product on account of its name and directions for use.

Unlike a traditional mask which you would apply to freshly cleansed skin, leave on for a period of time then wash off, this mask appears to be one that you leave on, as you would a moisturiser.

I applied a thin layer of the lightweight gel mask to my face before gently massing in. This massage movement causes the encapsulates to release their mineral optics, creating a subtle illumination which mingles with the rest of the mask before being absorbed by your skin.

 Now if like me you have oily/combination skin you’re going to want to skip your regular moisturser because this mask offers superior hydration which leaves your skin feeling silky soft and comfortable, but if you’re more on the drier side then by all means crack on with your moisturiser too.

 

 

This mask provides a fabulous multi-sensorial experience thanks to its refreshing, soft fruity notes and silky soft texture.

The addition of micro illuminators is brilliant too as it creates an instant yet super subtle lift to dull complexions while its other hard-working ingredients get to work perfecting and brightening with every application.

It’s a massive thumbs up from me for this mask. I’ve even noticed that areas of hyperpigmentation and acne scars appear to have reduced in their appearance which quite frankly, I’m thrilled by.

Origins GinZing Glow Boosting Mask is available now and costs £33.

Murad Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial

 Treat yourself to an at home exfoliating facial with Murad’s new Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial.

This hard working but gentle triple exfoliating treatment is proven to smooth texture as effectively as a microdermabrasion facial in just one use.

 

Housed within a sleek, vibrant orange tube you’ll find an impressive combination of physical, chemical and enzymatic exfoliants which together gently yet thoroughly remove dead skin cells and reinvigorate a dull, tired looking complexion for instantly smoother skin.

Suitable for all skin types, the jewel in the ingredient crown is gold-stabilised Vitamin C.

Boasting 55% more antioxidant powder than traditional Vitamin C, it delivers higher antioxidant defence, is bioavailable for increased absorption and the unique formula ensures the stability and potency of the Vitamin C, to dramatically brighten your skin.

In terms of the exfoliating element, you’ve got physical, micro-mineral exfoliants which remove dead surface cells, enzymatic exfoliators which dissolve oil debris and dull dead skin cells and chemical exfoliators in the form of glycolic, lactic (AHAs) and salicylic acids (BHA).

 

These chemical exfoliators help to gently exfoliate, brighten and purify your pores.

Designed to be used as a target treatment a couple of times a week, I was very excited to get my glow on with this bad boy.

I’ve found that of late I’ve turned primarily to chemical exfoliators as I feel that they do a fantastic job without irritating my sensitive skin, but Murad is a brand I trust so I wasn’t too concerned about the presence of physical exfoliators.

The product itself is thick and orange in colour when immediately removed from the tube.

 

When applied to clean, damp skin, you can both see and feel the exfoliating particles, however they are really tiny in size and the dense texture of the formula stops it from feeling too abrasive.

Massaged into your skin using circular motions, the formula gradually transforms from its soft orange hue to white to indicate sufficient physical exfoliation and even application has taken place.

 

At this point, leave the mask on your skin for 10 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.

Skin is immediately left feeling silky and soft without any tightness or the feeling of being stripped of moisture.

As your skin has been so thoroughly prepped, it is ready to more efficiently drink in all the benefits from your serums and moisturisers, resulting in a plumper, firmer, more radiant looking complexion.

 

At £67 a bottle it is not cheap, however neither are exfoliating facials at a salon and with this tube of sunshine you’ll get repeated uses and prolonged benefits.

Bravo Murad, this has to be without a doubt the crème-de-la-crème of exfoliating treatments!

Murad’s Vita-C Triple Exfoliating Facial is available now and costs £67.

Ole Henriksen Truth Collection

Discover the secret to a brighter, more radiant looking skin with the Truth Collection from Ole Henriksen.

This comprehensive range of skincare products has been infused with Vitamin C to help create brighter, firmer skin and comprises of everything you could need to help you on your way, from a cleanser to serum, moisturiser to primer.

I’ve selected three of my favourite products from this range to introduce to you today.

First up is the gorgeous C-Rush Brightening Gel Crème (£37).

This lightweight, refreshing and moisturising gel-moisturiser helps fight back against dull, tired looking complexions which can occur as a result of stress, fatigue and even pollution while simultaneously reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Peachy coloured with a soft, citrus scent, the formula is powered by three separate sources of Vitamin C which have been chosen specifically for their efficacy in skincare.

Ascorbic Acid (pure vitamin C) is paired with 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, two light-and-air stable vitamin C derivatives known for their antioxidant properties.

This trio work together in harmony to deliver gentle but powerful anti-ageing benefits while rejuvenating tired, dull skin.

Meanwhile Rose of Winter extract (an antioxidant-rich flower from Jeju Island in Korea known for its resilience) effortlessly nourishes and deeply conditions your skin.

Silky and feather-light in texture, the gel-cream is perfect for those with oilier complexions due to its thinness.

It glides across your skin, comforting and hydrating as it goes without feeling heavy or clogging your skin.

Skin is left feeling beautifully soft, smooth and ready for the day ahead.

Next is the luscious Banana Bright Eye Crème (£33).

Tired eyes, dark circles and fine lines around the eye area are my biggest skincare concern and this little pot of sunshine really does the trick.

 

The eye cream has been created to instantly target the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while reducing the look of dark circles to leave you with firmer, brighter, younger looking eyes.

Formulated with potent Vitamin C and collagen, it has been inspired by the makeup artist must-have,“banana powder”.

It contains special pigments which work to brighter and colour correct the eye area, offering instant results while its luxurious yet lightweight texture comforts, firms and protects the delicate skin around the eye.

I love this eye cream.

It has a beautiful, light, silky texture which melts into the skin, refreshing and reviving as it goes while the clever little pigments work immediately to brighten dark circles.

 

 

Quickly absorbed, it leaves the entire eye area perfectly prepped for makeup application and actually helps to improve the longevity of my under eye concealer as well as helping to ensure that it doesn’t settle into fine lines, or crack and fade throughout the day.

Last but by no means least is the fabulous Banana Bright Face Primer (£28).

You know my saying, ‘It’s a crime not to prime’, and this is an awesome primer peeps.

Much like the eye cream, this primer is sort of a makeup-skincare hybrid thanks to its range of skincare loving qualities plus makeup elements.

 

Enriched with Vitamin C, the key ingredient which runs through the entire ‘Truth’ line, it provides your skin with a boost of hydration and radiance while the banana powder pigments lifts and brightens.

Its soft, peachy hue has an almost iridescent quality to it, though don’t expect huge amounts of shimmer, it is just enough to notice a difference without being over-the-top.

 

Lightweight, soft and silky in texture it is great for oily skinned people like myself who often struggle to find primers that are light enough not to feel heavy on your skin.

Once applied, you’ll notice that the primer has created an almost soft-focus effect on your skin, blurring imperfections and creating a flawless canvas for your makeup.

Hydrating without flooding your skin, it creates a beautiful, natural looking dewy effect.

Skin feels refreshed, looks healthy, awake and the way in which it hugs your makeup ensures that you’re looking as gorgeous at the end of the day as you did at the start.

Ole Henriksen’s Truth Collection of Vitamin C enriched products are all available now from Boots.

Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum

 Supercharge your skincare this autumn with Drunk Elephant’s C-Firma Day Serum (£67).

This powerful, super-potent Vitamin C day serum is absolutely bursting with antioxidants, nutrients and fruit enzymes which help to firm and brighten the appearance of skin while minimising the visible signs of ageing.

Housed within a minimalistic, chic air-tight container which helps the formula to stay fresh, you’ll find a luxurious, lightweight serum packed full of a host of skin-loving ingredients, ready to transform your skin.

 

 

The key ingredients here are 15% L-Ascorbic Acid plus Ferulic Acid and 1% Vitamin E.  

This hardworking trio protect your skin against pollution and other environmental aggressors while noticeably brightening both the look and feel of your skin.

It is due to these ingredients that the container needs to be air tight because pure l-ascorbic acid is at its best when fresh, so storing the serum in your fridge is a good idea to help maintain its potent antioxidant activity and effectiveness.

 

 

There’s even more antioxidant goodness in the formula in the form of grape extract which helps to improve the tone of your skin while Indian gooseberry helps to slow the signs of oxidative stress while encouraging firmness.

Meanwhile, a chronopeptide mimics the antioxidant benefits of vitamin D promoting a more youthful complexion while Pumpkin Ferment and Pomegranate Extract work together as an exfoliator to enzymatically dissolve dead surface skin cells.

It also contains something called a Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, which is a hydrating element with a smaller molecular weight than hyaluronic acid meaning it can effectively penetrate the deeper levels of your skins epidermis, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

 

100% free from essential oils, silicones and fragrance, it has a pH level of 3.3 and is great for those of us with sensitive skin.

The serum itself is wonderfully fluid and light, non-sticky or greasy.

Silky and soft in texture, it glides across your skin leaving it feeling firm, hydrated and revived, plus it boasts a reservoir effect which means that the ingredients will stay active on your skin for up to 72 hours!

This long-lasting effect ensures that your skin is left feeling soft and smooth for hour upon hour and after regular use I’ve noticed a dramatic difference to the overall texture of my skin.

 

 

Used daily every morning prior to my moisturiser or SPF, I’ve noticed that my acne scars have faded and my skin feels so much smoother to touch.

 It is hydrating but not in a heavy, clogging way and often my skin feels so nourished that I actually by-pass my moisturser.

(That said I do have oily skin so don’t need quite as much hydration as those with dry/normal skin types.)

 

 

It is a beautiful, potent serum that will deliver results if your skin is in need of having life breathed back into it.

Drunk Elephant’s C-Firma Day Serum is available now and costs £67.

Pixi +C Vit Collection

 As the dark nights draw in and the weather takes a change for the worse theres no better time to concentrate on your skincare regime.

Clinging onto bright, radiant skin can be a challenge in the winter months but not any more thanks to Pixi.

Say hello to their brand spanking new +C Vit Collection.

 

 

This vibrant, brightening collection has been created to re-energise your skin, promoting radiance for skin that glows with health.

I simple adore their new +C Vit Priming Oil (£24).

Captured within a sleek, rectangular, transparent bottle, you can clearly see three seperate elements to the oil.

 

 

Ranging from a bright yellow to a clear hue it then deepens to reveal a duskier yellow.

As you may expect given its name, this tri-phase oil has been infused with Vitamin C known for its brightening properties, Tumeric to provide antioxidant protection and Carrot Oil to deeply hydrate and nourish dry skin.

Suitable for all skin types, to use you gently shake the bottle to mix the three components before applying a few drops of this liquid sunshine onto your skin.

 

 

Silky in texture, it is fluid and lightweight and glides across your skin effortlessly.

Quickly absorbed it leaves behind not greasy residue and instantly quenches dry, dull skin.

Your skin is left feeling velvety smooth and perfectly primed for your make up application.

 

 

Its long-lasting nourishing qualities ensure that your skin feels soft and comfortable all day long.

Up next is the  Pixi +C Vit Brightening Perfector (£14).

If you prefer a little something extra from your primer than this is the product for you.

 

 

This fruity, refreshingly scented perfector offers a Vitamin C infused complex that blurs and perfects your complexion with a subtle hint of colour.

When first dispensed it appears to be white in colour with the texture of a thick lotion, however when gently massaged into your skin it transforms into a nude hue to help brighten and conceal imperfections.

 

It helps to correct imbalanced skintone while brightening the overall appearance of your complexion.

Lightweight yet seriously hydrating, if you’re looking for just a little help to boost your dull, tired skin without the use of heavy foundation then this is the product for you.

It is almost akin to a BB or CC cream thanks to its harmonious dual makeup and skincare elements.

 

 

The formula contains antioxidant rich Ferulic Acid and Licorice to help even out skin tone.

Dull, dark, tired eyes is one of my biggest skin complaints and I just love the new Pixi +C Vit UnderEye Brightener (£16).

Within this little lemon tube you’ll find your new eyecare saviour.

 

 

Nude in colour, this rich yet light perfector energises and blurs the eye area to create an instant awakening effect.

Illuminating pigments lift and brighten while Licorice energises the eye area.

Vitamin C brightens, Ferulic Acid offers an antioxidant boost and caffeine helps to de-puff tired eyes.

 

 
 

This silky cream is the perfect base for under eye concealer, creating a soft, even base and immediately brighteneing any dullness.

It feels comforting and hydrating, helping you to wake up and stops makeup from sitting too deeply in fine lines and wrinkles which can make you look older and tired.

Last but by no means least is the Pixi +C Vit Lip Brightener (£10).

 

 

You can never have too many lip products in my opinion, and this is a great one.

This Vitamin C rich balm soothes, softens and conditions your lips while imparting a delicate hint of colour and subtle sheen.

It features a beautiful soft pink wrapped around a Vitamin C core with a slightly slanted tip for easy, precise application.

 

 

Enriched with Vitamin C to brighten and promote collagen production, it also contains Jojoba seed oil to soften and smooth and Vitamin E to deeply nourish and protect.

Silky smooth and lightweight, the balm glides across your lips leaving them feeling instantly softer and plump while imparting a subtle tint to bring your lips to life.

 

 

Thanks to the addition of these little gems to Pixi’s expansive Vitamin C collection, its never been easier to achieve a bright, radiant, healthy looking complexion.

Pixi’s +C Vit range is available now.