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$100.00

Make all the beautiful people in your life glow that much more with this Radiant Skincare Gift Set.

Contents:

• Rehydrating Ginseng Toner (400ml)
  
• Rehydrating RosePetal Cleanser (400ml)
  
• Pro-Collagen Marine Cream (15ml)
  
• Exotic Cream Moisturising Mask (15ml)
  
• Papaya Enzyme Peel (15ml)
  

Elemis Rosepetal Cleanser
"Elemis Rose Petal Cleanser replenishes moisture, removes the day’s impurities and adds life to your complexion."
For those of you who are a fan of Mario Badescu's Make-Up Remover Cleanser, this is another product you may want to try. This cleanser does a great job of cleaning my face each night, but the creamy texture leaves my skin so hydrated, I could probably skip my regular moisturizer every now and then. The delicate rose fragrance makes this cleanser even more pleasant to use. ($33.00)

Elemis Rehydrating Ginseng Toner
"Extracts of tonifying Korean Ginseng, Quillaja Wood and Sweet Betty Flower revitalise and nourish the skin, whilst thoroughly removing any last traces of cleanser. Perfect for re-hydrating dry and mature skin."
I always like to use a toner to remove the last traces of make-up I may have missed as well as any remaining cleanser. What I really like about this toner is that it, like the cleanser, leaves my skin feeling very hydrated. It doesn't strip my skin and it doesn't even sting. It's hard to be able to say for sure, but I've also noticed that the brighteners and serum that I have in my skincare routine seem to absorb better when I use this toner, giving extra benefit to my skin. Even if you're not interested in trying the whole gift set, this is one product that I would recommend purchasing for yourself! ($33.00)

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
"The ultimate Elemis anti-ageing skincare treatment cream, Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is Clinically proven to reduce the depth of wrinkles by 19% and increase hydration and moisture levels by 10%."
They're making some pretty big claims there, and I can't completely substantiate them, but I will say that my skin has been remarkably good about retaining moisture since I've added this product to my nighttime routine. Like most moisturizers in the $100+ price range, you only need a little for a very noticable effect. ($124.00)

Elemis Exotic Cream Moisturizing Mask
"This light creamy mask contains a dynamic blend of Mimosa, amino-acid rich Honey, immune-boosting Sea Rocket, Orange and Bergamot. These work together to leave skin super-moisturised and enriched. For optimum penetration of its active ingredients, the mask may be left on overnight."
I haven't yet tried this mask on overnight, but when I wore it in an extended bubble bath, I have to say that I was very pleased by how much it hydrated my skin. The effect was present long after I had rinsed off the mask. Of all the products, I was least pleased with the scent of this one, but overall, a worthwhile product, especially for those who suffer from dry skin in the winter months. ($73.00)

Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel
"Natural fruit enzymes of exfoliating Papaya and calming Pineapple, smooth and clarify the complexion. This rinse-off exfoliating cream contains nourishing Milk Protein, Anti-Oxidant rich Vitamin E and marine algae to moisturise, repair and protect skin. Perfect for complexions which are sensitive or mature."
This is my absolute favorite product in the set, less because of the way it works than because of the absolutely delicious smell. I am in absolute heaven when I'm wearing this peel! I am not sure that it did a lot to hydrate my face, but I will say that it did leave my skin looking more radiant, which was the whole goal of this gift set. For the fragrance alone, a tube of this fantastic peel would make an excellent gift. ($42.00)

Jen's Overall Experience: This skin care set from Elemis would make a wonderful gift for anyone in your life who has dry or mature skin. While the bottles themselves don't look all that impressive, the products inside are some of the best skin care products I've ever used.

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Today, we're featuring a line-up of luxurious skin care products at drugstore prices from the brand Skin Milk, available at Walgreens, Wal-Mart, drugstore.com and other food, drug and mass market retailers. Each of these products retails at just $4.99. At these kinds of prices, you can afford to choose more than one!

"Replenish your skin with the moisturizing benefits provided by SkinMilk® Body Cream. This rich cream helps improve skin's texture. Skin Milk® Body Cream also contains real milk proteins and vitamins A, D and E to soften and smooth skin as well as White Pond Lily and Comfrey botanical extracts, which help in soothing the effects of dry skin."

Jen's Experience:Of all the products in this line, this one is my favorite. The body cream is super light and fluffy, it easily smooths onto my skin without feeling greasy, and soaks in well-enough that I can wear it under clothing. My chief complaint with this product, as with all of the Skin Milk products I've reviewed, is the vanilla-coconut fragrance. I've never been much of a vanilla girl, though, so others may be a fan of the scent.

"SkinMilk® Facial Scrub gently removes dead skin cells and impurities by using the natural exfoliant properties of oat flour and almond meal. The wholesome goodness of milk proteins and vitamins A, D and E leaves your skin smooth and soft."

Jen's Experience: I tend to be a little wary of exfoliators with my dry, sensitive skin, but this facial scrub used 3 times each week definitely resulted in brighter skin and no irritation, and left my face feeling soft, not at all dry.

"Indulge yourself in a luxurious skin-softening bath. SkinMilk® Foaming Bath contains real milk proteins along with vitamins A, D, and E that soften and smooth the skin. The long lasting foam contains botanical extracts of White Pond Lily and Comfrey to leave your skin feeling fresh and soft."

Jen's Experience: Have you ever wished you could fill you tub with bubbles like you see on film? The amount of bubbles produced by this foaming bath will make you feel pampered like movie star, and the moisture that this product adds to your body will last long after you've put on your dressing gown. Watch out, though, it will make your bathtub super slippery.

"Pamper your skin while you cleanse the body. This gentle was creates a lather that will leave your skin soft and supple. SkinMilk® Shower Gel contains real milk proteins and vitamins A, D and E to smooth and soften the skin, as well as White Pond Lily and Comfrey botanical extracts which help soothe the body."

Jen's Experience: I really love a good shower gel, and this one seems to be a high quality product that lives up to its claims. I especially like the pump dispensers, a brilliant choice for those with slippery hands.

"Soften and smooth your skin every time you wash your hands with SkinMilk® Anti-Bacterial Hand Wash. The delicate soap blend combined with skin moisturizing emollients leaves your hands feeling moisturized and clean."

Jen's Experience: I have always used Bath and Body Works Anti-Bacterial cleansers at the sink, and this product compares favorably, although I would like a fruitier scent. I've used it extensively to remove self-tanning lotions, and it's thorough and does the job without drying out my hands.