Skincare

REN Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel

- Vicki 6 Comments

REN Eye Cream

Eye Creams are a product I am obsessed with, I seem to be in a never ending hunt for that perfect one. I am now 35 and have found that my under eye area has become alot more dehydrated these past few years and my fine lines are not so fine anymore. I need my eye creams to work a little harder. This REN Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel* has been effective in hydrating and keeping my under eye area looking brighter.

I have been using it for about 4 weeks now and I like to use it in the morning because it is formulated to sooth and de puff your tired eyes & I really need all the help I can get in that department. The clear gel formula I found nice and easy to pat in under my eye, very cooling on the skin. It makes my under eye feel fresh, cool and hydrated. The pump means that you only dispense just enough product, I use one pump for each eye and that gives me the perfect amount. I am hoping this lasts me quite a while as I’m seeing some good results.

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REN have jam packed this eye gel with so many beneficial ingredients,

  • Vitamin P from Damask Rose Water is anti-inflammatory and protects capillary network
  • Flavonoids from Arnica reduce puffiness by stimulating the drainage process
  • Mucilages from Fig soothe and instantly refresh the eye area
  • Polysaccharides from Zostera Marina increase and maintain moisture levels
  • Ginsengoside from Chinese Ginseng boosts circulation in the capillaries
  • Tyrosinase Inhibitor from Wild Canadian Rumex reduces dark pigmentation and redness

This is suitable for all skin types and is perfect for this time of year, when our skin needs a boost of hydration and we aren’t getting enough sleep due to all those festive parties! Say goodbye to puffy tired looking eyes with this gel. There are also a few other products in this Vita Mineral Range from REN and they include a Day Cream, Rescue Cream, Skin Serum Oil and a Lip Balm. I have my eye on the serum next!

REN Vita Mineral Active 7 Eye Gel 15ml £20.00

Have you tried anything from this new range? Or do you have any favourite REN products that you’d recommend?

Products that are marked with an * have either been sent to me for my consideration or I’ve received at events. I’m under no obligation to review them on my blog. However if I do, the reviews are 100% my own. 

YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar Day 3 & 4

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I’m still excited each morning to see what is behind these lovely doors on my You Beauty Advent Calendar*. Days 3 & 4 were great, here is what was hidden behind those doors.

YOU Beauty Discovery Advent CalendarESPASkin Pro Serum & Skin PolishESPA Samples

 

Behind door 3 was a lovely little ESPA gift box with 2 good size samples of their very popular Optimal Skin Pro Serum* and their Cleanse & Exfoliate Refining Skin Polish*. I have been using their Pro Serum for a couple of months now, and love it. It is so very hydrating and gives my skin a boost of radiance. This is a serum you need to try. I am excited to get this in sample size as I can now take it with me when I travel!

The Cleanse & Exfoliate Refining Skin Polish sounds like a great product to use for a pamper evening to get your skin looking glowing and smooth. Can’t wait to try this. If you have never tried anything from ESPA pop over to their online shop and learn a little more about them and see what they have to offer. They have a really good range of luxury skincare. I have their Essential Cleansing Mask and I use it at least once a week without fail & it helps keep my skin blemish free and I find it soothing on my skin.

Full size of the Pro Serum is £48 for 30ml

Full size of the Skin Polish is £25.50 for 55ml

Leighton DennyLeighton Denny Nail Polish

Behind door 4 is a beautiful Leighton Denny Nail Polish in the shade Vamp*. Its a gorgeous deep plum with a hint of red. A girl can never own too many nail polishes and I haven’t tried any from Leighton Denny before. This will make the perfect Christmas Party Polish. The sample is 4.6ml. The full size is £12 & 12ml. Excuse the 1st photo, I know the polish looks quite dark but the sun kept going in & out x

Products that are marked with an * have either been sent to me for my consideration or I’ve received at events. I’m under no obligation to review them on my blog. However if I do, the reviews are 100% my own. 

YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar Day 1 & 2

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I was so excited to open my YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar*, I managed to wait until December 1st to open my first door (It took lots of willpower not to open them all). Here is what’s behind doors 1 & 2.

Advent Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask Sisley Face Mask

Behind door 1 is this gorgeous Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask 10ml – this luxurious mask is perfect for people with tired, dull, sallow skin. It’s a rich treatment that will plump skin and keep it looking refreshed and energised. I think this sounds like the perfect morning after the night before’s party! I have never tried anything from Sisley but I know it is a very luxurious and expensive skincare brand, I am excited to try this out. The full size of this mask is £93 for 60ml.

Caudalie Hand Cream

Behind door number 2 is this lovely Limited Edition Caudalie Hand & Nail Cream in Blackcurrent Leaf 30ml. It smells lovely and fruity. I have used Caudalie hand creams before and really like them. This will be going straight in to my handbag. This is a full size product & costs £6.

I am pleased with the first two products & excited for the rest. The YOU Beauty Discovery Advent Calendar is £49.95 but is worth over £240 if you’d like to treat yourself to one they’re still for sale here.

Products that are marked with an * have either been sent to me for my consideration or I’ve received at events. I’m under no obligation to review them on my blog. However if I do, the reviews are 100% my own.

Lots of Lotions

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Lotions

I suffer from very dry skin all year round but like most people it’s a little worse as the weather gets colder. These are the four body lotions / butters I have been using.

Nip & Fab Mango Smoothie Dry Skin Fix Body Butter 200ml

I am sad to say this scent has been discontinued but Nip & Fab have released lots of new scents that sound amazing. This Mango one smells fresh and fruity. Its a thick orange butter that takes some massaging in but its worth the effort as this leaves my skin silky smooth, smelling fresh and keeps it hydrated.

Dove Shape Up Firming Body Cream 250ml £3.99

I have quite a few wobbly bits so not too sure how well this is firming me up but I don’t ever think a cream can do too much in that department. I think exercise is the only true way of toning. But this lotion is good for keeping my skin feeling smooth and isn’t as thick as the body butters. It is easy to apply but takes some time to sink in, it has a light floral scent but nothing overpowering. I wouldn’t apply this in the morning or you will be left feeling a little sticky. I do like this lotion but not sure it is at the top of my list to re purchase.

Body Lotions

Soap & Glory Butter Yourself 300ml £10.50

Always a firm favourite for lots of people, you get a hefty pot and this stuff seems to last me a very long time. Its good for slapping all over the body and I love using it when I have shaved my legs. I am sure you know it smells lovely and sweet. These tubs make lovely Christmas gifts and I always have one or two under the tree each year.

& Other Stories Fig Fiction Body Lotion 350ml £7

By far the best body lotion I have ever used. Big claims! It is true, I love love love the packaging. The pump makes it easy to use & hygienic. The lotion is quite thin and absorbs quickly, it is hydrating and can I just take a moment to tell you how incredible it smells. It’s Fig scent is so luxurious and grown up, i am obsessed with it. I can smell it on my skin throughout the day & I keep meaning to buy the body spray they sell in this same scent. I am excited at the mere thought of owning that. If you get a chance to visit the & Other Stories Store in London then you must smell this Fig range! Adore this lotion – that is all.