SPA REVIEW: Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Pads

Hello again!

I hope you all are having a good week so far. I want to share a spa skincare review with you today for the Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Pads.

The Details:
Size: 12 treatments with 1.5 ml of product in each packet (Each packet contains 2 pads)
Cost: $48
Where to buy: http://www.neostrata.com/product/exuviance+eye+treatment+pads.do

How To Use:
These are individually wrapped treatment pads you place under your eyes after you have cleansed your skin. After you have smoothed the pad carefully under your eye, you lay back and let the product work it's magic for 10-30 minutes. This process can be repeated up to 3 times per week. After you remove the pad you can gently pat in any excess solution. Then you can apply your eye cream and other skincare routine products as normal.

My Experience and Thoughts:

I posted the photo above on my Instagram account, @courtney.val right after I applied the pads. I decided to let them sit on for the full 30 minutes while I had my morning coffee. The pads felt very soothing and I could feel a light firming sensation. It wasn't a tight uncomfortable feeling at all. It felt like my under-eye bags were being pulled back into my body. I bet that sounds really weird but it felt amazing! Have you ever seen that scene from the movie Death Becomes Her where she ages in reverse right before our eyes? It felt like that was happening under my eyes. That combined with the soothing feeling made me feel like I was in a real spa.

After I removed the pads I very lightly massaged the rest of the solution into my under-eye area and then applied my normal skincare routine. My whole eye area felt refreshed and instantly looked more youthful. I also noticed that it brightened my under-eye area and the little lines under and around my eyes were drastically reduced. I am really pleased with these treatment pads and definitely recommend them.

These eye treatment pads definitely give you a luxury spa treatment at home. I think they are worth the price point as you get 12 treatments for $48 which is just $4 per 30 minute treatment. Depending on how often you do a treatment this product could get you 12 weeks worth of anti-aging treatments. The directions suggest 2-3 treatments per week but since I am still relatively young I would probably use 1 per week.

Usage Ideas:

Here are some occasions where I think these would be perfect:

• Brides/bridesmaids preparing for the big day.
• Host a spa night with your friends.
• Use on a long flight to relax and rejuvenate.
• Take with you on vacation for an extra relaxing experience.
• Give as a gift to someone you know loves skincare and spa treatments.
• Use as preventative or restorative anti-aging skincare.

Have you tried these treatment pads? Let me know in the comments section how they worked for you. Or, let me know if you have tried any of the other Exuviance products as I am very interested in trying more from this line.


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High End Skincare Review: Solvaderm ACE – FERULIC Skin Damage Restoration & Photo Aging Defense Serum

Hello friends!

As summer comes our way we all are trying to figure out how we can best save our precious skin from the sun and other environmental elements. Sun damage and free radicals in the air can age your skin faster, causing unwanted wrinkles, spots, and a dull complexion. Um, no thanks!

Along with a high SPF, I am adding another product to my beauty regime to help correct some existing skin damage and prevent further damage. I have been using the Solvaderm ACE-FERULIC serum. This serum is designed to help protect your skin from UV damage, photo aging, lighten hyper-pigmentation, and fight free radicals. It is also packed with vitamins to nourish your skin. It also works deep within the layers of your skin to increase protein and collagen production, resulting in more plump, younger looking skin. I think this product would be best suited for those age 25+ but both men and women could benefit from this product.

The Facts:
Size: 1fl oz (30 ml)
Cost: $109 (Free shipping for any order over $50)
Where to buy: https://www.solvaderm.com/ace-ferulic.html
Beneficial Ingredients: Ferulic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Hyaluronic Acid

How I use this product:
I apply this serum in the morning and at night after cleansing and toning my skin. This product is extremely liquidy so you have to work quick. I get a tiny bit on my finger tips and apply it starting at the top of my head and working my way down to my neck. The serum absorbs super quick which I love. I then apply my eye cream and wait about 5 minutes to apply my face moisturizer.  In the morning I use a high SPF moisturizer for further skin protection. At night I apply my nighttime moisturizer without SPF.

My Results and Experience:

Initially I noticed that my skin was more plump and the breakouts around my chin area disappeared almost overnight. The blackheads on my nose also disappeared. I have little fine lines on my forehead I am kind of self conscious about and after 2-3 days my forehead was already much improved.  Now, my skin looks more plump and has what I like to call "The 20 year old glow".  The dark spots on my forehead are lighter too and instead of being an intense brown color they are more yellow-toned. I am hopeful that with consistent use they will get even lighter. Honestly, my skin is in the best condition of my life.  About a year ago when I started to notice those little fine lines and dull skin I thought it would all be down hill from there. Now I know it doesn't have to be that way and I can repair previous damage and give my skin the best chance possible.

I really like how potent yet gentle the formula is. I never experienced any irritation or negative reaction. I do have dry/sensitive skin so I sometimes experience redness or slight irritation from normal skin care products.

I definitely recognize that this is a high end product and is for those who are really serious about anti-aging skincare. If you are looking to maximize its use you might concentrate just on the areas where you need the most help with your skin. Or, if you are considering spending hundreds or thousands on medical cosmetic treatments for plumper, more youthful skin, you might consider this serum first to see if it gives you the results you desire.

Those are my honest thoughts on this product and I hope it was helpful for you. If you have any other questions or comments let me know below or on any of my social media sites. Also let me know if you would like me to give you an update in the future about how this serum is treating my skin after prolonged use. I would be happy to continue sharing my skincare journey with you.

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