I have spent a few weeks just watching fashion shows, researching new trends in makeup, and preparing for the upcoming seasonal onslaught of bridal madness. During this time, my face has been having the yearly end-of-winter freakout. Keeping it calm, happy, and hydrated was my number one priority.
After giving my skin a break, I tried the Celloxylin Cellular Age Advantage system from Apriori Beauty. The Apriori website describes Celloxylin as the "cell-oxygen link for protection and prevention on an external skin surface level" intended for reduction of the signs of aging and fighting oxidative stress. Key botanical ingredients are goji berry extract and butterbur (also known as fuki) extract, both of which are extremely powerful antioxidants commonly used in skin care. This is a complete line of anti-aging products for face and body, so I tested the five-step facial program.
The Creme Cleanse removed the daily dirt, oil, and face makeup nicely. A small amount went a long way, and gave my typically oily/combo skin a squeaky clean feeling afterwards. However, if you are as serious about your eye makeup as I am, you will definitely want to use a separate eye makeup remover. It didn't break down my mascara and my eyeliner didn't vanish completely.
The Activating Tonic was a great follow up to the cleanser, and immediately makes the skin feel fresh and cool. I love that it contains Witch Hazel, because my pores had a more refined look and my skin felt instantly smoother. The formula is non-drying and actually contains humectants to help deliver nutrients and moisture into the skin.
The Firming Complex is listed as fragrance free, just like the rest of the line. I detected a faintly fresh scent, but probably due to the high botanical content. One of the main components of the Firming Complex formula is Tremella fuciformis, which is in the mushroom family. The extracts of various kinds of mushrooms are known to have instant tightening effects and long-term rejuvenating properties. I have tried many different mushroom-based products and found this right on-par with some of the more highly priced serums that are out there. My skin felt much firmer almost immediately. At only 48.00, this would be an excellent buy for someone who doesn't want to drop three bills on an anti-aging serum.
I was not exactly crazy about the Eye and Lip Age Eraser. Many companies are introducing these dual-functioning anti-aging products so I was eager to try this one and compare. Although it was nice and soft around the mouth area and did not interfere with my lipstick application, I did not like the texture when it was applied as an eye cream. In my opinion it felt a bit gooey, and didn't wear well when used with my concealer or daytime eye makeup. Those of you who like a heavier eye cream may like it as a night time treatment, but personally, it wasn't my favorite product.
The Apriori system is rounded out with moisturizers for both day and night. The daytime moisture contains broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and shea butter, but still feels light and hydrates all day. I loved the richness of the Night Repair, and even though it has a creamy hydrating texture, it didn't feel greasy.
What really impressed me the most is that my skin felt completely balanced at the end of my trial run with Apriori. I will admit that I have often laughed at the "good for all skin types" label on products, comparing it to buying a bra that claims "one size fits all" on the label. Typically I fall into the oily/combo range, but I definitely tend to get some serious surface dehydration during the winter. The season is changing (or at least trying to change) and my face has been oily one day, and dry the next, due to the daily fluctuations in temperature and humidity. I can honestly testify that the Apriori claim of "good for all skin types" is actually true.
All of these products are free of sulfates, parabens, fragrance, and dyes. The five-piece set is available online for 228.00. That is a drop in the bucket for some of us who spend that much on one cream. If I had to choose one item, I would definitely advise trying the Firming Serum above all else. I thought it was fabulous!!! Experience Apriori Beauty for yourself.
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