Gold
Weleda, Prickly Pear Cactus 24h Hydrating Facial Cream
“Very gentle and sits well on the skin. It is incredible how it is so quickly absorbed, leaving no oily shine or greasiness … skin feels hydrated and is looking smooth … feels as though it is a multi-tasking moisturiser. It is working on two types of skin, one dry and one more acne prone. In both cases, it is soothing and hydrating. Skin is improved and feels cleaner and more refreshed. Foundation goes on top with ease. It is just the right texture. This is a really good moisturiser that hydrates, freshens and boosts skin. At this time of mask-wearing, its light formula is perfect. It is not too thick and heavy and so just provides the perfect layer of moisture. I cannot speak highly enough of it.”
“Very thick and luxurious when applying … didn’t feel tacky which is a positive and my skin felt soft and hydrated. The aroma from the product lasted at least 15 minutes and relaxed me … skin looks so, so healthy — gloss with a natural dewiness. My skin looks more refined. This is my new favourite moisturiser. Skin is softer, more hydrated, it looks younger. 24-hour hydration is a big promise and it does live up to it. My skin doesn’t have any dry patches any more. The price point on this is amazing. It makes me feel amazing. It is amazing!”
Silver
Belle&Basil Skincare, Fragrance Free Moisturiser for Sensitive Skin
“Used as a night cream, it made a visible difference on my skin, it looked more luminous, plump, supple, more nourished and much brighter. Any redness was calmed and soft lines were softened. Skin was plumper, more refreshed, more balanced, dewy and I love how rested I looked in the morning. My pores were smaller and any dryness disappeared. My skin after a month seemed to have a thicker density, felt silky to the touch in the morning, had a better glow — I looked like a healthier me. The velvety consistency really seemed to soothe my skin almost like it was cacooning my skin from the elements. I loved the emphasis on the product being fragrance free as that always gives me peace of mind.”
Botanica Nordica, Vitamin C Hydro-Silk Serum
“Quickly sinks into the skin without residue. I could put my moisturiser and make-up over the top within minutes and not have any shine through. After a week, skin felt more balanced and nourished … After three weeks real results: I feel very happy with how it has effected by skin. It feels very soft and is glowing; very strong and resilient. Skin looks much healthier, so wrinkles are less noticeable … promises to brighten and repair skin and I would agree with this completely. Has been brilliant for my skin. It really suits it both on natural skin and under make up and doesn’t make it greasy or ‘plastic’ looking. People have mentioned how well I look and that I am glowing. This is one of the few times anyone has commented on my skin in a positive way and I can only put it down to this serum. The results are wonderful.”
Living Nature, Advanced Renewal Night Serum
“When I first used it I was surprised that such a tiny amount of lotion could make my skin look plumper and firmer but it did. When I put moisturiser on top it seems to work with it to absorb the cream and give an immaculate appearance with a healthy gleam. My skin laps this up every night and it is gentle enough to use around my eyes which also look plumper and the tiny lines look softer. After a month I am so in love with this serum! When I wake up my skin is as soft as when I go to bed. It promised natural ingredients and spoke of skin health and skin renewal which is exactly what it delivered. The manufacturer has got this just right. Perfect ingredients and elegant packaging. A very clever little serum that works wonders.”
Matinata, re.water serum
“Very pretty box with a cool design and branding that drew me in … beautiful black glass bottle inside and the whole thing looked well considered. Beautiful delicate scent of roses. True to its name this is a water-gel like serum with a light silky texture that feels like heaven on the skin. Sinks in effortlessly leaving the skin feeling so soft, cool and very happy indeed. Loving using this serum, the texture is sublime, it glides on so easily and just makes my very sensitive skin squeal for joy … This is a beautiful serum that is just a pleasure to use every day. I am seeing a definite improvement in my skin in terms of its density, it is also less reactive. Has improved my skin texture — skin is calmer, hydrated and feels plumper. A serum to delight.”
TARAMAR BEAUTY, Night Treatment
“The texture of this Icelandic product is a light, but rich cream. The fragrance has a herbal scent. Left my skin feeling totally nourished, soft and smooth. It sank quickly onto my skin leaving no residue, whatsoever. Over the month, the performance was maintained. It is an incredible moisturiser and out performs its competitors. It’s so light in consistency, but so deeply nourishing and rich. My skin feels so soft, nourished and radiant and looks very good. It fits easily into my daily routine like a dream. This product is brilliant because it’s light, sinks into skin easily and with no residue, is deeply nourishing and makes you look radiant, with softer looking and feeling skin. It’s totally natural and uses the finest ingredients. It’s a miracle product!”
Vincent & Valerie, Hydrating Moisturiser
“A light and natural geranium scent. A pale ivory coloured cream with a light lotion texture that is easily absorbed into the skin. It is a very pleasant to use and the fragrance lightly lingers after application. My skin is dehydrated, dry to normal and after a few uses day and night I was impressed: my skin seemed slightly bouncier. Further, it was nicely moisturised and felt velvety and soft. It hydrates well and my skin feels calm. I continued to see benefits over the weeks. Hydration was improved and the skin around my lower eye sockets seemed less crepey. The redness on my left cheek was calmer and the little bit of eczema behind my left ear was also responding well. My skin continues to feel balanced and not greasy. Makeup is also sitting really well on this moisturiser … It’s the kind of moisturiser you would come back to for guaranteed comfort”
Vintage Beauty, Nourishing Face Cream
“Clean, natural and neutral fragrance which I liked. The texture is like whipped thick double cream which is beautiful to apply to the face — such pleasure to use. Rich but not greasy nor overwhelming for my skin. It sank straight into my skin leaving is feeling comfortable and nourished. Loving the effects on my skin as it looks so plump and soft. Some face creams can be over-rich and skin becomes shiny and congested but this seems to work so well leaving it balanced and healthy. My skin loves this product! Works as a lovely base for makeup. This is like a hug for the complexion. Promises to nourish tired, dull and dehydrated skin and this for me is the perfect description and one that it lives up to. One of my top products ever!”
Bronze
BAO Skincare, NOURISH URSELF BALM
“Fantastic essential oil fragrance, just breathing it in makes you feel relaxed and refreshed. Nice texture and easy to get just the right amount out of the jar. Melts easily when warmed up in hands. Used initially as a night time face balm — outstanding. Easy to apply to skin and in the morning my face felt extra soft. Continued to use as my night cream and skin remained softer each morning and also brighter and luminous. Perfection for my skin type. My skin has retained the plumped up feeling and texture and I even had someone say I was glowing and I did not have any make up on. Delivers totally — this is going to be my go-to winter moisturiser”
bareMinerals, Original Loose Mineral Foundation SPF15
“This foundation goes on beautifully with the brush. It’s not heavy and you can build the colour as you apply it. It feels really light and pleasant, not heavy like some liquid foundations … softens my blotches and imperfections giving a lovely natural looking finish. I hadn’t used a mineral foundation before but it was really easy to apply and there was no mess. I have combination skin and this stays on all day, doesn’t look too powdery and doesn’t rub off on my mask. This has given me a flawless look that I have been trying to achieve for years! I am really pleased with the foundation and it feels lovely and light on my skin. I won’t be going back to my normal brand!”
Franchine Young Ireland, Wonder balm
“This is gorgeous, so pleased to be given this to test. The packaging is lovely, the extra little thank you tags are a beautiful touch. This feels a luxurious product to use, only a small amount is needed for my entire face. Lovely to use and it seems to suit my skin very well. I wake up with fresh glowing skin that feels really soft and smooth. It’s like using a spa product every night. It makes my evening routine that bit more special as I like to take my time and massage it in. Upon getting up my skin looks rested and plump, it has a healthy glow to it. It makes me look and feel well. This is absolutely gorgeous”
Hemptouch Ltd, Moisturising Bright Essence
“This product intrigued me as I’ve never used anything with hemp/CBD before. Sinks in almost immediately and gives that peachy soft, smooth, feeling to the skin! It’s absolutely lovely. My skin also still feels lovely when I use this at night and wake in the morning. I’m impressed! This continued to perform over the month. Skin feels amazing and just seems to really like this product, drinking it straight in and putting it to work. I have peachy, bouncy, smooth skin! What’s not to love? It’s lovely — definitely one to add to the shopping list!”
Maiiro, Anti-Ageing Moisturising Cream
“Subtle but pleasant sweet fragrance; soft peach in colour; texture is like a cool creamy gel .. Very hydrating. Very refreshing on the skin. I suffer with some areas of redness on my face but the cream feels instantly calming; it doesn’t aggravate and as a result gives me a more even complexion. It left my skin feeling dewy and plump. Makes your skin feel firm for hours and it is great for smoothing out fine lines. It feels very comfortable on the skin too. I have loved using this moisturiser — it is a great anti ageing cream. The packaging is stunning and I have been so impressed — an absolute treat to use.”
UpCircle Beauty, Face Moisturiser with Argan Powder
“This moisturiser didn’t disappoint. From the very first few seconds on my skin I knew it would perform well. It felt extremely pleasant upon and after application — no tightness, tingling, itching, discomfort, oiliness, greasiness, shine. It absorbed superbly … skin felt plumped and hydrated. It gave me a slightly matte finish which was great for my combination skin. It performed well under make up. This moisturiser and my skin really got on together. I noticed significantly increased hydration within a week or so. My skin felt pleasantly soft to touch and I also believe my skin’s general health and looks started to improve. I’m hooked! I love it. It’s such a versatile and multitasking moisturiser.”
