L'OREAL YOUTH CODE FOAMING FACIAL GEL CLEANSER

HELLO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE,


Today let's get it out on the table my thoughts on the L'Oreal Youth Code, youth rejuvenating skincare, foaming gel cleanser (First off, way to long of a name)

First lets see what is says on the bottle,

"For luminous, smooth, younger looking skin and it's oil free"
"Removes impurities & gently exfoliates"

"This foaming gel cleanser gently exfoliates and removes impurities down to every last trace of eye makeup, without overdrying. Skin will become luminous, smooth and younger looking with continued use."



So I want to start by saying that it has only been almost just two week since I started using this product, so obviously results will vary from person to person and depending on how long you use the product. I am sure with a much longer use results maybe better for some.

I love the packaging for the Youth Code line and the cleanser it self is a nice thick gel that foams up wonderfully. I have to say the scent of this face wash is really nice, but this I think is where my problem starts. I have very sensitive skin especially to fragrance in facial products, so even if my skin looks a little more luminous it doesn't change that fact that the scent is making me break out, especially on my nose. I have noticed I have been getting white heads since using this product. I normally don't get white heads on my nose, that for me is a rarity now that I am older.

I can't say that this face wash alone has turned back time on my face. I would also like to point out that the bottle states you should follow a regimen, which in return means buying four other Youth Code products. So I guess unless you are willing to fork out the dough for all those products (Which I am not) to see if using them in conjunction together really gives outstanding results, I personally will never know if the claims hold true.

I do find this face wash does a nice job getting my foundation off, but I would definitely say it does NOT remove every trace of eye makeup.

I was extremely hopeful that this product would be something I would be repurchasing in the future, but sadly I will not. I love a lot of other L'Oreal products ranging from hair care, makeup to nail polish, but if something makes me break out forget it, that is part of my "YOUTH" I do not care to relive.

I really wish companies would realize that not everyone can tolerate beautiful smelling fragrance in facial care and still bring out quality products with out all the scent. I guess what I am saying is it probably would have continued to provide lovely results other wise, what a shame.

Just remember this is my experience with this product and yours might be a whole lot better, so go to the store take a smell, check it out! you may love it and it's results for you personally.

You get 236ml for $16 available at most retailers

 

http://www.lorealparis.ca/youthcode/

 

 

come back soon to Makeup'Asylum

 

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO

 

BIORE STRIPS and SPA'RESOURCE PORE CLEANSING PAD

Today I would like to share with you all some staple items I use in order to keep my skin looking clear and radiant.

First up is good old BIORE deep cleansing pore strips. This truly my favorite product. It locks on to dirt and unwanted black heads and takes them out at the source, but results can vary, so keep reading.

I have heard and read people saying "OH NO! don't use those they can make your pores permanently enlarged. I have also heard any number of other things that others may have read else where or heard from someone's sisters, brothers, best friends, mom if you catch my drift."
Ok well I have used Biore strips on and off since they first came out and I have always noticed a significant difference after using them. My pores are smaller and tighter and my foundation application looks 10x better across my nose after doing this treatment.
However I don't have a serious issue with blackheads in general, so these results may differ immensely from one person to the next. People in general have to remember that just because something doesn't necessarily work for you, don't discourage others from trying the same product that may very well help them a whole lot more. I nether encourage or discourage any of you from trying Biore strips if you haven't yet. I like them and could care less what other's think. I prefer to read or listen to what other's have to say and I like to compare it to my own unique results.

You can use an extraction  tool if you prefer or see a dermatologist if your blackhead situation is more severe.
You can also take a more natural route and make a lemon sugar scrub at home. This method works well to not only exfoliate, but also unclog the pores and the lemon works as a natural astringent to tighten and brighten the skin. Please be sure to put a warm cloth or steam your face prior to doing this treatment to ensure your opening up the pores so you can get in there to get the dirt and build up out. I also recommend after rinsing the scrub off thoroughly to rinse with fairly cool water to then tighten up the pores instead of them sitting wide open more vulnerable to trapping further dirt and unwanted debris.
The Biore strips come in a pack of 8 for about $9 depending on where you shop.
This product is hypoallergenic and oil free, but always read the box and make sure to follow instructions explicitly.

The other item I have happened upon more recently is by SPAresource its called the "Precision Pore Cleansing Pad" pro-series.

 

Honestly this little gadget is a blessing in disguise. All this is is a flexible soft silicone oval with a small raised surface that you gently massage on the face when using your daily face cleanser. You just move in a circular motion and it will clean and freshen your face. There is a little handle on the back that is also silicone. 

 

It actually does a great job taking off the days makeup and my face does feel nice and clean after. However do avoid using this if your skin is all ready irritated and avoid obviously your eye area.

 

Surprisingly this is an item carried at Walmart and is only $2.

So do try one out today, even if you don't end up loving it as much as I do you can't beat that for $2.

I like to joke around and say its my $2 manual dupe for Clairsonic;)

 

Oh also one more thing is that because its all constructed from one single piece of silicone its extremely hygienic, it dries super fast and you can pat it off in the towel, so keep that in mind.

Also much more affordable and travel friendly compare to the Clairsonic.

 

till next time....

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO