Nella's Corner

I can’t speak for everyone, but winter is quickly approaching and for some of us that means less sunlight and drier air. That combination can lead to dull, dry skin but not if I can help it! I have a normal/dry skin type and have put together a nice list of moisturizers that are just right for this time of year. These moisturizers are known to replenish, brighten, nourish and overall be a great aid to keeping the skin barrier plump and hydrated.

Sunday Riley

C.E.O. Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream

MSRP: $65.00

This moisturizer is thick and rich in texture. Has a light citrus scent. The vitamin C in this cream is a well-known antioxidant and helps prevent and repair visible signs of premature aging. This cream also has lime pearl, this is extracted from the caviar lime and is a natural AHA, so it gently exfoliates the skin. I love how it brightens and hydrates the skin.

Neutrogena

Hydro-boost Water Gel with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry Skin

MSRP: $21.49

This moisturizer was my first introduction to the benefits of hyaluronic acid. It instantly quenches the skin and holds moisture all day. It has a gel cream consistency. Leaves the skin feeling soft, supple, and plump.

Sweet Chef Skincare

Superfood + Vitamins Moisture Boost

MSRP: $19.00

Rich yet lightweight this moisturizer is super hydrating and full of antioxidants. It has hyaluronic acid and ginger, beet, and kale. Ginger is known for its healing, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant benefits; in this moisturizer it revives dull skin. The beet helps boost the skins moisture levels and leaves it feeling softer and visibly smoother. Kale is known to naturally hydrate and calm the skin.

Fenty Skin

Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen

MSRP: $35.00

I love this moisturizer/sunscreen combo. Its rich is texture and has a light sweet cherry scent. This moisturizer brightens, hydrates and has added sun protection. Yes, you still need sunscreen in the winter. This moisturizer also helps visibly reduce dark spots and fine lines.

CeraVe

Moisturizing Cream

MSRP: $18.99

This moisturizer is rich and creamy. Its rich in ceramides and hyaluronic acid with a slow release system to help keep the skin hydrated all day. I love using it in the winter since it so rich.

This month’s boxes were nice. I enjoyed what I got but if I be honest nothing exactly jumped out to me when it came to this months’ selections. I am not sure if it’s because beauty rollouts as of late have been a bit lack luster (a tell of the times) or I am just not as enthused about cosmetics anymore? Nah, there are still holiday launches and future items to come that I look forward to so, it’s not me. I mean the Natasha Denona palette was nice, as is this Pur palette but I guess I was not aware they were things to look forward so there was no anticipation.

On to this month’s premium box, I am excited about the complexion products. I have been looking at setting powders online and contour kits, so I am thrilled to have gotten those. The skincare brushes are cute I don’t mind using my hands and had purchase the PMD Beauty Clean smart facial cleansing device in the past during a Boxy Pop-up. The lip liners are smooth, easy to use and blend nicely. I love the single shadow from Dose of Colors in the shade ‘I Need Space’. It is a dark navy-blue matte with a slight shimmer like the night sky. I overall liked my premium box; I just might have liked my base box more though.

GROWN ALCHEMIST