SANTE America's natural skincare line

With the new year and winter season, I wanted to switch up my routine and find a cleanser and moisturizer that will help give my combination skin the moisture it needs. My previous skincare routine involved a cleansing gel which is great for the summer but I needed something that didn't dry out my skin afterward. Ever since I have tried SANTE's natural cosmetics (loving these!), I have been psyched to try their other products. They have a wide variety, actually, including Hair Care, Bath & Body, and Facial Care. I was able to test out their Cleansing Milk 3 in 1 (Olive & Lime scent) and Moisture Fluid (White Tea & Lotus). These organic and natural products have left my skin feeling balanced and smooth since the beginning of the year! :)

The Cleansing Milk 3 in 1 Olive & Lime scent is a milky formula that leaves my skin feeling smooth. It reminds me of the way Cetaphil looks, but my skin feels a lot cleaner and toned after usage. The 3 in 1 means that it is a cleanser, toner and moisturizer all in one product. It definitely cleans and tones nicely and when washed with lukewarm water, my skin does not feel tight at all. Tip: If you're looking to exfoliate your skin too, mix some sugar and a nickel sized amount of the Cleansing Milk in your palm and gently exfoliate your face. You still need to slough away dead skin cells in the winter!

The SANTE Moisture Fluid or their Moisturizer is also a milky white formula that my skin absorbs instantly. It's meant for daily use which I religiously apply on every morning to prevent any windburn. I love that it contains organic argan oil, which I already love to use by itself, but doesn't leave my face as shiny as a natural oil would. The Pros of both products is that they all use organic, natural ingredients so your skin doesn't absorb nasty chemicals. A con though is their scent. I'm not saying it is bad but if you're very sensitive to smell and don't particular like these various scents, I wouldn't recommend. If you're fine with anything, then after a while, you'll get used to it.

(Disclaimer: I received this product from this company's PR agency to test, try and share my thoughts with my readers.)

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Beauty & All That's Secret of Youth

If you were looking for the secrets of looking youthful, you came to the right place.. sort of.* I don't know the secret to looking 10 or 20 years younger but I do know that it's important to live a healthy and active lifestyle. What does that mean? Drinking plenty of liquids, eating fruits/vegetables, and working out several times a week. In addition, it's so important to take care of your skin and make sure your skin is hydrated.

To get great skin, I recommend wearing sunscreen everyday and moisturizer! Nothing is more telling of age than blotchy sunspots and wrinkles. However, if you already have that, you can use argan oil or honey to slowly fade them away. In the meantime, keep wearing sunscreen to prevent further skin damage.

Youthful skin looks rosy and glow-y so make sure that you have great skin by protecting it and keeping it hydrated. A must-have to brighten your face is to wear a complimenting blush shade to get those cheekbones noticed. To conceal your bags, I recommend using a very light pinkish tone to counteract the darkness and then top it off with a concealer powder that matches your natural color. To help with wrinkles and lines, use a few drops of argan/grapeseed oil to massage your face. It will help hydrate your skin and make it look more youthful.

*results will vary ;)

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