Product Review & GIVEAWAY!: Nuvosa Skincare

Happy Friday!  Any big plans for the weekend?  We don't have any major plans this weekend but we are heading to the beach at Ocean City Maryland for a weekend getaway next weekend.  Then the weekend after that we are heading to the mountains!  That's what I love about living in Maryland, you can go to the beach and the mountains and still be in the same state!  Since I will be out in the sun quite a bit over the next couple of weeks skincare will be a top priority for me including wearing sunscreen on my body and face as well as taking care of my skin at night before I go to bed and when I am not in the sun.

Once I hit my thirties I started to notice those fine lines around my eyes and on my forehead.  Now, using anti-aging products has become an important part of my daily routine.  I'm a firm believer that you should start caring about your skin well before any of those pesky laugh lines start to show.  That's why even when I was in my teens and twenties I took care of my skin and always made sure to use sunscreen and moisturizers.

Today I'm excited to introduce the Nuvosa Skincare line!  What you are seeing below is the bundle deal- all three products.

  The products came shipped in a very pretty and sturdy reusable box. 

 The products were snug in the box so no moving around or shifting during delivery.  This also means that you could use the box to store your products in.  Or, you could be like me and hoard all of these reusable boxes for delivery of Christmas cookies when the time comes!  Seriously, that's what I'm going to do with all of these nifty boxes I have been collecting.

 
I received the the Flawless Age Protection Toner, Reborn Wrinkle Shield Moisturizer, and Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum.

The first step in the process is the Flawless Age Protection Toner.

According to Nuvosa, the Flawless Age Protection Toner moisturizes, tones, tightens, and protects your skin from damage and aging.  It comes with a very handy applicator!  You simply place a cotton ball on top of the applicator and press down.  After cleansing and exfoliating (if you choose) you apply the toner with the cotton ball onto your face and neck in circular, upward motions.  The toner is colorless and doesn't have an odor which is a big plus for me because I hate applying anything to my face that I can smell afterwards- there's nothing worse than having a smelly face...or maybe that's just me.  You can purchase the toner here for $30.00 or they offer a Replenishment Service for $25.00.

The next step is the Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum.

As you can see above, the Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum also has a push down applicator.  The product itself is an interesting texture and color but it does soak into your skin once applied.  According to Nuvosa, the Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum was formulated to reduce the appearance of Sagging Skin, Lines, and Wrinkles.  You should apply the serum to your face and neck in circular, upward movements using clean hands just like you would a moisturizer.  Again, the serum has no odor.  You can purchase the Deep Wrinkle Remedy Serum here for $98.00 or sign up for the Replenishment Service and get it at a discounted price of $88.00.

The last step in the process is the Reborn Wrinkle Shield Moisturizer.

  
Per Nuvosa, the Reborn Wrinkle Shield Moisturizer minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, protects your skin against the elements, and rejuvenates your skin to make it look exceptionally vibrant.  The formula for this moisturizer is a little thicker than some moisturizers I have tried in the past but not as thick as others.  You apply this moisturizer just like you would any other, to your face and neck in circular, upward movements.  The product is odorless and absorbs into the skin nicely.  You can purchase the Reborn Wrinkle Shield Moisturizer here for $70.00 or you can sign up for the Replenishment Service and get it at a discounted price of $60.00.

In addition to purchasing the products individually you can also join the Club Nuvosa.  You simply choose your products- including the full set pictured above if you wish, select the replenishment service option, and checkout.  You will get an email with your login info soon after.  When you receive your package you will get     a card with your VIP login number.

You can use your VIP membership for things like earning loyalty rewards or "club coins" for every dollar you spend, a members only question and answer section, and many other member benefits that you can read about here.

My Final Impression:  So, I know you are wondering what I thought of the Nuvosa Skincare products right?  I know you are literally hanging on to the edge of your seat just waiting to hear my expert opinion.  Just kidding!  But seriously, I was actually pretty surprised by this stuff.  I loved the way it came packaged and I am a sucker for a reusable box!  I loved the way the products themselves were dispensed and the containers were a very generous size.  These would last a while even with everyday use.  I have been using these products for about two weeks in both the mornings and evenings and I can say that I have seen a slight difference in the lines around my eyes and on my forehead.  None of the products have an odor and none of them made my face feel sticky or greasy.  The products play well with makeup so no need to worry about that.  Overall I think the products rival those of other high end skincare companies and I would recommend them if you are looking for a good anti-aging system.

If you are interested in purchasing anything from Nuvosa I have a special coupon code to offer just for Honey Do's readers!  This code if for any regularly priced items excluding the bundle deal.  You simply enter the following code at checkout to receive your 15% discount- honeydo

The 15% off is pretty sweet right?  Well guess what?  It gets even better!  Nuvosa has offered to give away a bundle, just like the one you see above to one of our lucky readers! 

You can enter to win below using the Rafflecopter form.  Please remember that we will be checking all entries to see if the instructions were followed so please make sure you follow the instructions.  Also, the giveaway is only open to those in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.  Good luck! 

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Disclaimer: This product was provided to me by Nuvosa Skincare free of charge for my review. I am not affiliated with the company nor was I paid for my review.  All opinions are my own honest personal opinions.  

Product Review: Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint

Happy Monday!! Sorry I have been missing for a couple of days.  It has been a crazy couple of weeks at the Honey Do's household!  Before I get started on telling you what I thought of the Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint I received in my July Birchbox I really want to tell you a completely unrelated but hilarious story just to give you an insight into how my crazy mind works.

Let me set the scene- It's Friday evening, both hubby and I agree that we don't feel like cooking so we order pizza.  We often order from this particular company so my hubby answers the door as always to accept the pizza and sign the credit card slip.  I'm in the kitchen when I hear the pizza man greet my husband with a super sexy Australian accent.  I mean, anyone with an accent like that has to be hot...right?  My interest perks when I realize this isn't our normal pizza man.  My mind goes wild as I imagine this insanely hot shirtless Aussie at my door delivering pizza.  I mean, chances are the pizza delivery guy is wearing a shirt BUT it was pretty hot outside, maybe just maybe he decided to deliver our pizza sans shirt.  I couldn't take the chance that I might miss out on the only opportunity I might ever have to feast my eyes on the shirtless Aussie who just happened to be delivering pizzas.  So, I sneak into the living room and hide behind the wall trying to get a peek at the Aussie hotness.  Finally, I get a good clear view and...OMG...he is so NOT hot and so NOT what I was picturing at all!  Think scrawny looking unkempt barely out of high school kid.  Yep, I was embarrassed that I spent so much time trying to get a good look at this...KID.  Call me Mrs. Robinson I guess.  Later when I told my hubby about my little adventure he was quite amused, me, not so much!  Guess I learned my lesson, never judge a guy by his voice, and all Aussie men are NOT shirtless and NOT hot.

Anyway, on to the real reason you are reading this post, Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint.

  
I was pretty excited to try this stuff until I saw that the color was Bronze.  There is nothing about my skin that is even remotely close to Bronze.  However, I did see Birchbox saying that you could use this as a bronzer.  Now, I don't normally use bronzers either because I just don't think they look right on my skin.  Any kind of color I try to add ends up looking orange and very fake.  So first I tried it on my arm.

Now, obviously this is not blended in at all but it's just to give you an idea of how dark it was.  I did try it on my face one day when I didn't have anywhere to go and while I admit that it did blend in very nicely the color was still not right for my face.  I believe if my skin was just slightly darker it would have given a nice bronzed look but for me it still made my face look orange.  I did try to get a picture with it blended in but the picture just wasn't showing the slightly orange color that was much more obvious to the naked eye.  I would still love to try this stuff and I see that they have an opal or pearl color which I think would be perfect for my skin color.  However, the thing I love about these sample programs is that you get to try before purchasing and I'm not sure that I want to spend the $38.00 without trying it out first.

I did love how smooth the product was and how nicely it blended into my skin.  Overall, I think if you pick the right shade this is a perfect tinted moisturizer.  I really wish Birchbox would pay more attention to what we say on our profile so this sort of thing doesn't happen.  I may have actually purchased this product if it had been the right color.  For now, I might wait and see if I can somehow get a sample of a lighter shade.  If anyone has a suggestions on how I get a sample of a lighter shade please let me know.  

If you are interested in purchasing this product you can get it here.

Do you use a tinted moisturizer?  If you do what brand do you use?  

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The Birchbox was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with Birchbox or Jouer.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.

Product Review: L'Oreal Paris Youth Code™ Day/Night Cream

Happy almost Friday!  I don't know about you but I am SO ready for the weekend!  Today I'm bringing you a review of L'Oreal Paris Youth Code™ Day/Night Cream.

What They Say: Discover an ultra effective formula that helps regain youthful looking skin by increasing cell turnover, fighting against fine lines, and visibly reducing signs of fatigued skin. This potent daily moisturizer boosts skin’s natural powers of regeneration so it regains the qualities of young skin – skin looks rested, smoother and youthfully luminous. Signs of stress, fatigue and aging are visibly diminished. This unique, luxurious formula leaves a light, velvety smooth finish. Apply in the morning to illuminate skin tone. Apply in the evening for overnight recovery.

My Impression:  First I have to start off by saying that I am NOT a makeup snob.  What I mean by that is if it works and/or looks good I don't worry about whether it is a "drug store brand" or a high end brand.  I mean sure, we all like to try new expensive products but to sometimes it isn't always possible to own all high-end products.  So, you will never see me bashing something on here because you can buy it at Wal-Mart.  Anyway, moving on...

This product is very light and has no smell at all, a must have for me when applying a product to my face.  I used this product after washing my face both at night and in the morning before applying my makeup.  After applying the product sinks into your skin pretty quickly so you aren't left with a greasy film on your face.  How did the product work?  Overall I was pleased with the results.  Did it magically transform my face? No.  But did it make my skin a little smoother and give it a nice glow? Yes.  Overall I would recommend this product for someone who is looking for a good day/night cream that doesn't break the bank.  You can purchase a 1.5 oz tub at pretty much any retailer for anywhere from $17.00 to $25.00 depending on where you buy it.  Click here for more information on this product.

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Disclaimer: All products were provided to me free of charge for review by Smiley360.com.  I am not affiliated with the company nor was I paid for my review.  All opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream

Today I'm bringing you yet another product I received in my May Beauty Army Box: Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream.

What They Say:  Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream is a unique, paraben-free facial and body cream for sensitive skin and dry skin, created with Atopalm’s patented MLE technology. It contains plant-derived ingredients which mimic the structure of the natural skin lipids, thereby aiding their replenishment in the stratum corneum. This dry or sensitive skin cream helps to restore the skins’ protective moisture barrier, leading to softer skin. Our sensitive and dry skin cream for face and body also helps prevent the over-evaporation of the skins’ own moisture and protects the entire face from environmental stresses.Finally, this lush facial cream for sensitive skin and dry skin aids in restoring the natural lipids lost from the skin barrier which are depleted by harsh skin treatments, making it perfect for use after microdermabrasion. Intensive Moisturizing Cream leaves the skin feeling soft and supple. Sensitive skin creams are perfect for dry skin, damaged skin, and sensitive skin. While this moisturizing sensitive skin cream is great for the face, it’s also ideal for the rest of your body including your elbows and knees. If you’re looking for a body or facial cream for sensitive skin or dry skin, try Atopalm’s Intensive Moisturizing Cream today – the best moisturizer for dry skin.

My Impression:  If you're looking for a light non-irritating but super moisturizing cream then this one is for you.  It doesn't have a smell to it, not that I could detect anyway.  I don't really have any rough patches anywhere so I really couldn't test whether or not it helped with rough patches.  I think this would be a good moisturizer for dry skin during the winter.  I also think this would be a perfect moisturizer for men as well because it doesn't have a strong scent.  Overall I would recommend this product for someone with dry or sensitive skin, especially for use during those winter months when our skin tends to dry out the most.  You can purchase this product at Atopalm's website for $30.00 for a 3.4 oz tub.  

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The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Atopalm.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Babor Anti-Stress Anti-Jetlag Cream

Today I will be reviewing a product I received from my April Beauty Army box- Babor Anti-Stress Anti-Jetlag Cream.  I picked this product because I have noticed some small lines on my face and some darkness under my eyes.  The little jar it came in was adorable.  Like most of my other Beauty Army samples I was very pleased with the size of the sample- 1/2 oz.

Product Details:  This soft-textured cream provides 24-hour protection against the impact of stress and fatigue on the skin. Formulated to calm the skin, it quickly restores the skin's balance, strengthens its barrier function, helps maintain its natural defense mechanisms, keeps the body's biorhythms in sync and soothes irritations and redness. Ideal for frequent flyers! Source.

I used this product quite few times immediately before bed on a clean face.  It made my face feel amazingly smooth when I woke up in the morning.  As for the claims that it soothes irritation and redness, I didn't have a lot of irritation and redness at the time so I couldn't really test this claim out.  This was a take it or leave it product for me, I didn't love it and I didn't hate it.  I actually ended up giving it to my mother-in-law who loved it!  I have quite a stash of moisturizers and the like and I just didn't see myself finishing this product but I knew that she would.  Overall, I feel that this particular product isn't right for me but it may be right for some people, like I said, my mother-in-law loved it.  Add that to a pretty hefty price tag at $72.00 for a full size product (1.7 oz) and I don't think I will be adding this one to my daily routine.

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Babor.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.  

Product Review: BeFine Night Cream

Today I'm reviewing another product from my April BeautyArmy box- BeFine Night Cream.  I'm glad I picked this product for my April Beauty Army box because I got some other Befine products in my April Birchbox and I loved them!  The sample size I got was 0.5 fl oz.

Product Details: A rich, nourishing treatment that helps your skin recover,repair and recharge as you sleep. Bio-available nutrients moisturize and soften skin while natural estrogen work to reduce wrinkles and prevent premature aging. Sheer Heaven For Beautiful Skin! Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Improves circulation for better color and clarity. Helps skin retain critical moisture to feel nourished and hydrated. Protects skin from damage. Source.

After using this product it just confirmed my new found love for anything Befine.  I love the Befine brand because while the products are very good quality they aren't super expensive.  For a working mom like me that is a definite plus!  I applied this product on a clean face right before bedtime.  When I woke up in the morning my skin felt soft and smooth.  In addition, it did appear to lessen the appearance of the very fine lines that I have under my eyes.  Overall, once again I was very pleased with another Befine product.  When I run out of my sample I may be adding this to my nightly routine, unless I get something I like better in between now and then.  By the way, have you checked out Befine's website?   If not, you have to go over there and see all of the yummy products they carry! 

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Befine.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Purlisse SPF 30

Today I will be reviewing the Purlisse SPF 30 Essential Daily Moisturizer that I received in my April Look Bag.  For me, being the pasty pale white girl that I am, SPF is really important so I always make sure to incorporate products into my daily routine that include SPF protection including my makeup and most importantly my moisturizer.  I have combination skin, so my forehead and t-zone is very dry but my chin is oily and prone to acne.  It's important to me to have a moisturizer that doesn't make my chin too oily while still giving my t-zone that extra moisture it needs so I was really interested to try this product.  The sample I received for this product was .5 oz.   

Product Details:  Hydra~Shield Complex provides balanced UVA/UVB sun protection, while Vitamin E and Soy Proteins let skin's softer, supple side shine through White Tea calms sensitive skin.  Absorbs in an instant for quick-dry application.  Non-whitening formula allows for under makeup perfection.  Source.

My Initial Impression:  The texture of this product reminds me of sunscreen so I was hoping it wasn't going to leave my face feeling greasy, a common problem I have with facial moisturizers.  It doesn't have an odor which is good because I hate having to smell something on my face.

Pros:

• No smell;
• Smooth application;
• Does not leave face feeling greasy;
• Doesn't leave while color on face to mess up makeup.

Cons:

• None that I can think of.

Final Impression:  I really enjoyed using this product.  It left my face feeling nice and smooth and not overly greasy, a big plus in my book!  I love that it has SPF 30 as opposed to SPF 15 because like I said I'm pale and can use all the protection I can get.  This also doesn't change the texture of my foundation like some moisturizers do.  Overall I was very pleased with this product and would recommend it.  The full size product is 1.7 oz and sells for $55.00 here.

The LookBag was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with The Look Store or Purlisse.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.