Updates: White & Elm, Ermana Natural Skincare, IASO, F.O.Y.

Today I'm giving you updates as to my thoughts about products I've now used for a few weeks or longer:

White & Elm - I first tried a couple of products from White & Elm way back in February. I'm been using their Pomegranate Renewing Eye Serum almost exclusively since then (and I've still loads left making it a real cost effective buy).  I've found it nourishes and hydrate the eye area (I also use it above my top lip). It also helps to diminish dark circles and minimise fine lines. I'd buy again.

Ermana Natural Skincare - this beautiful range launched in August and I was lucky enough to be able to try two products from the range. See my initial thoughts on Cleanse Balm* and Nuture Body Oil* - HERE. 

I have found the Cleanse Balm to be lighter in texture than other cleansing balms I'm currently using (which makes for a nice change), it has a delicious feel good scent and deeply cleanses removing make up and daily grime. It's a keeper!

The Nurture Body Oil is a lightweight oil scented with Neroli, Petigrain and Ylang Ylang and is up there in my top 5 body oils! The only negative I'd have is I'd prefer the oil to be in a pump bottle rather than a dropper bottle which would make it easier to use.

IASO Ghassoul Black Cleansing Oil* I felt a bit hurried by the company to write my review in September before I'd really had a chance to try the product out properly.

I can now honestly say it is a really effective cleansing oil which helps to eliminate blackheads, whiteheads, dirt, oil and impurities leaving the skin feeling clean and fresh. I have also found it to be effective in removing stubborn eye make up.

Finally, I reviewed a number of products by F.O.Y. back in August and I said I'd report back as to how I felt the Double Action Anti Cellulite Gel* was performing. I used it happily for a few days or so until my skin flared up in a red itchy rash. I can only assume I'm allergic to one or more of the ingredients it contains. I am however still enjoying using the Day Cream, Night Cream and Eye Gel from the brand.

Have you tried any of these products?

*PR samples

F.O.Y. Skincare

I've been testing out some products by F.O.Y. (Fountain of Youth) which were originally developed to provide post-operative treatments for patients undergoing surgery and non-invasive aesthetic procedures.

They were formulated to provide patients with products which would allow them to prolong the results of their treatments in their own homes.

There are 8 salon skincare products in the range which have been created and formulated by professional aestheticians, perfected by scientists and tested by dermatologists. See the range HERE.

Suitable for mature skin types with advanced active ingredients the products restore and rejuvenate the skin.  I was sent four products for the range to try and review.

Moisturising Day Cream (50ml - £45)* - a lightweight but intensive cream which is easily absorbed and nourishes, protects and cares for the skin in the daytime.  It's also great as a make up base.  Apply to the skin using upward strokes. The cream contains Hyaluronic Acid which plumps, smoothes and softens, Shea Butter which is rich in Vitamins A, E and F and Jojoba Oil which banances and moisturises.  

Rejuvenating Night Cream (50ml - £45)* - this rich cream rejuvenates and regenerates the skin while you sleep. It hydrates and improves the skin tone as well as being a super luxe treat. Gingseng root, Gotu-Cola and Symphytum fight the signs of ageing and helps to reduce wrinkles.

Revitalising Eye Gel (30ml - £35)* - this gel eye cream absorbs quickly targeting wrinkles while firming and tightening.  This is one of my favourites from the selection. Use a small amount around the eye area morning and night. It contains Echinacea extract which is anti-ageing, Hyaluronic Acid which softens and smoothes and Sea Chamomile which relaxes and calms.

Double Action Anti-Cellulite Gel (200ml - £35)* - this has a nice gel texture which absorbs instantly. It helps to fight the formation of trapped fat below the skin's surface and "orange peel" thighs.  It's best used after body brushing/exfoliation.  I've not really had the chance to really test this out properly so I'll update you with my thoughts in a couple of months.

Have you tried any F.O.Y. products?

*PR samples