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May 3, 2007 8:35 PM

Review: La Mer The Radiant Facial

What They Say: "The Radiant Facial is an intensive, two-part system that works synergistically to deliver and restore a clearer, more even complexion. In just eight minutes, the utmost in clarity, luminosity and brightness begins to appear. At the heart of this express system is an exclusive White Sea Ferment with the power to visibly transform the skin. Its exceptionally powerful energies come to life as specially harvested Bio-ceramic White Algae combined with vitamins, minerals and botanical ingredients journey through a months-long bio-fermentation process, transforming into a whole far greater than the sum of its parts. The express treatment begins with The Radiant Primer. Utilizing an Anti-Irritant Marine Complex, The Radiant Primer profoundly calms and soothes the skin. Brought to its most receptive state, skin is prepared to accept the extraordinary activity of The Radiant Mask. The Radiant Mask immerses skin in a triptych of activity: super brightening action, super anti-oxidants and super anti-irritants, delivering unprecedented benefits. Embedded with tourmaline, this luxurious, pure cotton mask drives the accelerated benefits quickly and deeply into the skin to achieve unparalleled results. The appearance of age spots, freckles and uneven pigmentation is quickly and radically diminished, dramatically evening the complexion. Rich in anti-oxidants. The Radiant Facial protects skin from an array of external offenses, preventing the appearance of future discoloration. An extraordinary clarity, luminosity and brightness glow from within as empowered skin takes on a radiant new life."

Jen's Experience: This was my first experience with La Mer products, and, quite frankly, one of the most expensive products I've tested, so needless to say, I was excited to try this facial mask. It says to use it twice in the first week and once a week from then on, for a total of 7 weeks per box. The first step for the kit is a vial of primer that's supposed to help with irritation. The actual masks comes in two pieces, cloths saturated with moisturizers and brighteners that you lay on your face for about 8 minutes. Usually, you wash off masks when you're done, but this one you just massage into your face and then follow with a night cream (they recommend Creme de la Mer, of course).

The first week, I did think that my skin looked a little lighter and brighter, but I didn't pick up on the pattern of dryness and breakouts until week two or three. The instructions do warn that those with dry or sensitive skin should take care to use the mask for only the recommended 8 minutes. For me, that wasn't enough. I got a little improvement by removing the mask after using it, but overall, the slight improvement I saw in my skin tone didn't make up for the dryness and the blemishes that follow the use of this mask. Perhaps those with normal to oily skin would have better results.

Retail Price: $320.00 (LaMer.com or major department stores)

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Review: La Mer The Radiant Facial:

Have you tried the La Prairie masks and treatments? If you like La Mer, you will fall in love with La Prairie!!

Brooke | May 4, 2007 2:31 PM

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