Some of the best compliments our readers pay to beautyheaven centre on the reviews that give buffs and beauty virgins alike the chance to rate products they’ve tried and benefit from other peoples’ experiences.
As the editor of the site, I’m thrilled we’re hitting the mark, but as a fellow beauty addict, I’m ecstatic. It tells me that we might not be above beauty for beauty’s sake (what’s life without an impulse gloss purchase?), but we’re too savvy to be snowed by marketing spin.
And, after all, a clued up audience demands a good performance, raising the bar for beauty products to deliver far beyond blind faith – for everyone.
So, this week, my favourites are your favourites. Here are a few of the formulas that Bh members believe match their claims in that most murky of skincare categories, age-defiance…
Seeing is believing…
Prevage Anti-ageing Treatment, $250
“I really did notice a brighter and smoother tone to my skin, and I guarantee this is not due to extra sleep over the Christmas period – in fact, quite the opposite. Its key ingredient is idebenone, which is a powerful antioxidant that’s supposedly protective and has revitalising benefits. I’m not sure about the protective side, but I am sold on the revitalising benefits! The cost is a little steep at $250, but then you have to factor in how much your face is worth, [and] if [the buy] works for you. My suggestion is to try and obtain a sample from your local department store and try it for yourself! I would definitely buy it after having trialled it!” Rating 5:5 – Justjo
MD Formulations Vit A Plus Anti Aging Lotion, $150
“Amazing stuff! When I first started using this product about five years ago I got a lot of comments from people! The only thing that had changed was that I was using this… The results are really worth it. [My] skin is smoother and translucent, fine lines are smoothed out, [I have] less breakouts [and my] skin looks glossy.” Rating: 5/5 – Glamourcat
Dove Pro.age Neck & Chest Beauty Serum, $19.99
“I love this product (as do my friends). It really delivers what it states and we noticed the difference immediately! It spreads well and absorbs into the skin quickly, leaving skin smooth, healthy-looking and thoroughly hydrated, which reduces the appearance of wrinkling! It lasts all day and the handy bottle is fantastic as you can squirt the cream directly onto the neck and chest area. I highly recommend this product – and I will DEFINITELY be buying it again.” Rating: 5/5 – nannarosa
Clinique Repairwear Intensive Eye Cream, $65
“I have used this every day for a year now. The wrinkles around my eyes are definitely smoother and I haven’t noticed any more. My eye area is supple and foundation and concealers go on more smoothly, giving a nicer result. Recommended…” Rating: 5/5 – kristyclue
Prevage…pricing =/