I Switched Over to Vegan Skincare—Here Are My Thoughts
Photo:
Deb Burnett
"Although I normally don’t prefer to have essential oils in my skincare routine, the peppermint oil in this product left a very subtle mint scent that did not irritate my skin. I expect cleansers to effectively lift dirt and grime without leaving my skin feeling stripped or dry, and this cleanser delivered."
"The vitamin C serum felt thin in consistency and not tacky. It also contains niacinamide, which reduces inflammation and evens out skin tone, and palmaria palmata extract, which inhibits melanin production. Using this every morning for one week, I did not see a lifting of my chronic hyperpigmentation, but it did provide an overall glow for my morning routine."
"I'd used this eye cream before, so I already knew I loved it. It contains ethically sourced mica, which provides instant brightening. Using this day and night consistently for one week did not cause milia around my eye, which is a problem I sometimes have with heavier-based eye creams like this one."
"I was weary to try this since I prefer gel-based moisture and hydration. However, as I was introducing new actives from the Stroke of Brilliance Serum and the Shortcut Overnight Facial Peel, I welcomed the extra-rich moisture. I used it morning and night, and my skin felt soft and supple with each use. Even for my combo skin, it did not feel greasy. This will definitely be a staple in my routine from now on."
"I used this three times over the week, and I did experience slight irritation after the first use. The Hydrating Plumping Mask countered this irritation, and by night three, my skin appeared clearer and brighter."
"I used this mask the day after I used the overnight peel to ensure hydration and prevent signs of irritation from the intense exfoliation."
Photo:
Deb Burnett
