Recently I was asked by Key West Health and Beauty to review two of their products - Raw Shea Butter and Retinol Face Cream. I think it is important to try new skin care products so I am usually open to reviewing new items. As we age, our skin needs change. I personally have found that my skin is much drier now that I am older, especially in the fall and winter, so I was looking forward to testing these items.
Retinol Night Cream - I was interested in trying this cream because I have problematic skin. The main thing I have noticed with this cream is that it is very rich and emollient but is also very absorbent. Some of the benefits per the Key West website
- Diminishes or removes age spots, hyper-pigmentation, sun damage and more
- Unclogs and deep cleans pores
- Restores brighter, more youthful skin
- Boosts collagen production which:
- Firms, plumps and tightens your skin
- Eliminates fine lines and wrinkles
- Diminishes large pores
I have not been using it long enough to determine any long term results but so far I am enjoying the product. The night cream is what I would consider a higher end / high quality product and has an ARV of $79.99. It currently (November 2014) can be purchased at 50% off of retail. At $38 this is an affordable luxury.
Organic Unrefined African Shea Butter - I have reviewed several skincare products through the years. I have been blogging since 2008 and have been fortunate to work with several companies - small independent brands to large corporations. I have reviewed a variety of skincare products and always post an honest review but I do not typically compare products. Obviously some products I will prefer more than others and I do have to say that the African Shea Butter one of the BEST skin care products I have used... ever!. I love it. My entire family loves it - even my daughter with super sensitive,m eczema prone skin. We will be purchasing this body butter regularly.
In the winter my skin does tend to get dry, especially on my legs, hands and feet. I have used it primarily on my feet and hands - a little more liberally to my feet though. On my hands I found that just a small dab is enough to moisturize. Too much and it will be a little too oily.
The key to applying is to thoroughly rub between the hands as it is semi-solid out of the tub. The rubbing motion melts the butter to where it is smoother in consistency and both easier to apply to the skin and easier for the skin to absorb.
I always wanted to try Shea Butter but did not know much about it outside of hearing how great it moisturizes. I am embarrassed to admit that I did not even know what Shea Butter was. Apparently Shea Butter is extracted from the nut of the African Shea Tree.
What do you get? Close to a full pound of Shea Butter (14 oz). This is a lot especially as a little bit of shea goes a long way! This typically retails for $39.95 but can currently be purchased now (November 2014) for only $14.95. That is SO affordable and such an incredible value. At this price I really think this would make such a great gift for anyone on your holiday list.
Thank you to Key West Health and Beauty for this wonderful review opportunity!
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