Review: Biotherm BioSource Cleanser and Toner

My skin has not been a happy camper. I'm not sure if it's wedding planning stress, work stress or just stress in general, but a few months ago my skin broke out like crazy.

I am very happy to say that as of a month ago today, I have been completely blemish-free. Woohoo!  My fabulous clear skin can be attributed to Biotherm.....truly!

Biotherm Cleansing Gel - Can you see the blue microbeads?

A long time ago, before the start of this blog AND trying new products weekly, I was an advocate for Biotherm.  My only issue with the product line back then was the price: When you're spending about $30 on a cleanser and $30 on a toner, they better be worth the money.  And they were, as my skin was always clear BUT the size of the items were just too small.  I put Biotherm on the backburner and began trying new things.

Then the breakouts came.

I decided it was worth it to go back to basics with my skin and really figure out the root of the issue.  I bought both the Biotherm BioSource Tonifying Exfoliating Cleansing Gel and the BioSource Hydra-Mineral Lotion Toning Water (as I used them before AND they are for normal/combination skin, which my skin is.)  I began using the cleanser every evening and the toner twice a day (morning and night).  I still used my Clinique Turnaround Concentrate and my Clarins moisturizer.  However, aside from these items, I used nothing else.  My skin is back to looking like a million bucks.  Did I also tell you that Biotherm recently changed their pricing and these items are only $19 a piece!!!!  So amazing...

Cleanser and Toner

Pros:

Cleanser has microbeads in it which makes it feel like an exfoliator as well 

A little bit goes a long way

Both toner and cleanser have a nice clean smell 

Cleanser lathers well

Toner makes your skin feel super soft

New price of $19 per item makes it worth it 

Blemishes fade as does any scarring 

Don't need powder or concealer anymore 

Cons:

Absolutely nothing!

 I talk about skin care products a lot and am definitely a fan of many different items out there.  But there has never been any product line that's given me these kind of immediate results.  Not only will I never be using any other skin care line aside from Biotherm but I highly recommend you try these items as well.  I guarantee you'll love them as much as I do.

Have any of you ladies tried these before?  What are your thoughts?

 

Review: DHC Deep Cleansing Oil

Cleansing your face with oil?  Are you serious?

I'll admit that's exactly what I thought when I received a sample of DHC's Deep Cleansing Oil.  Gone was my knowledge of (and experience with) olive oil products and in it's place was utter apprehension.  I know, I know it's wrong of me but my skin has been breaking out lately and the LAST thing I thought it needed was a layer of oil.

But....(drumroll please) I was very very wrong.

For those of you that are new to DHC, (acronym for Daigaku Honyaku Center) it's a Japanese cosmetic/skin care manufacturer with it's headquarters being in Tokyo.  The product that started it all was DHC Olive Virgin Oil and, from there, the power of olive oil transpired into a full product line.  Yes, they have tons of other products aside from olive oil but, honestly, there's no need to look any further than the Deep Cleansing Oil.  I mean, there must be a good reason that SO many top makeup artists and celebrities are loving this stuff.  I was about to find out why....

Pros:

You only need a dime size amount to cover your entire face

Can be used on dry, makeup covered skin

Remove with either water or a dry cloth

Removes eye makeup in addition to foundation/concealer

Adds great moisture to your skin

No greasy residue left behind on skin

Makeup seems to melt of face without having to scrub

Skin is soooooo smooth and soft afterwards

Removes blackheads and buildup

Takes off waterproof mascara extremely well

Cons:

Must be purchased online only 

Gosh, I love being wrong.  This product did not make my skin break out or become greasy.  In fact it made my skin supple and very very silky feeling.  Plus, it removed my makeup better than most of my other cleansers.  I will, without a doubt, be placing an order for the full size (6.7 fl oz) bottle.  Plus, at only $26 USD, it's an absolute steal.

QUICK NOTE: Ladies, DHC will give four free samples to ANYONE that calls their toll free number.  In fact, they have sample sizes of ALL their products.  If you haven't done so already, call them at 1-800-342-2273 to get yours.  Oh, and if you do, you should definitely get the Deep Cleansing Oil.

XO