#48 Rodial LA Facelift - An Update

So, you might remember I have been testing out Rodials LA Facelift for the last week? Just as a little reminder, the LA facelift is a starter kit that is offered as an alternative to surgery and the kit contains the following.

a-list cleanser 20ml
glamtox peel 10ml
SPF 15 glamtox eye light 5ml
SPF18 glamtox 10ml

glam balm 8ml

Well 7 days into using it and I am very impressed. I guess the big question is do I look like I have had surgery? The answer would be no, mainly because I don’t have any of the skincare concerns that someone with older skin might have, so I can’t really judge it on that.
What I did have though was skin that was misbehaving and needed a miracle to bring it back to order and did I get that? Yes I most definitely did! After using the products on a daily basis for the last seven days my skin is brighter, clearer, smoother, softer and more hydrated and those horrible flaky patches I had been getting have completely gone. If I was only allowed to select a few products from the kit I think I would choose the a list cleanser – I noticed that all the fine hairs on my face have actually turned lighter so over time this product could really help with pigmentation as suggested , it also leaves my face clean, soft and comfortable after use. I also love the glam balm which I have been using all over my face as an intensive treatment at night time – and it has definitely given my skin a much needed moisture boost. Finally I would pick the glamtox peel as after only one use this clay based mask really helped to refine, cleanse and brighten my skin. The kit retails at £78, so its not the cheapest range on the market, but seeing as the full sized products start from about £32, the LA facelift would be the perfect way to try out all the products for about two-three weeks (depending on how you use it) and see how you find them on your skin. As for me I am definitely adding those items to my Christmas wish list, maybe Mr Lotions & Potions will pick up the hint. http://www.rodial.co.uk/

Xoxo

#46 Rodial LA facelift - Let the test begin!

So, remember how I was moaning about my skin misbehaving last week? Well it seems my cry for help was answered as what should land on my desk but a shiny gorgeous silver and magenta package called LA Facelift from cult skincare brand Rodial (and no, before you all get cheeky I do not need a face lift!) what I do need though is a miracle in a jar to bring my skin back to life and this range promises to do just that.

Loved by celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Eva Longoria, Kylie Minogue, Katie Holmes and Jessica Simpson just to name a few – Rodial has gained a cult following and claims to offer the results of plastic surgery minus the expense and bandages.

I’m not too sure about plastic surgery, but if this lovely box of skincare goodies is promising results then I'm definitely up for the challenge and will be trialling the products for the next week or so. On opening my little box of skincare miracles I find it contains the following:

a-list cleanser 20ml- a balmy cleanser that leaves skin peachy soft with a bright, a-list glow

glamtox peel 10ml- a decongesting, exfoliating and lifting mask that smoothes away wrinkles and erases age-spots

SPF 15 glamtox eye light 5ml- a light-reflecting creme that targets wrinkles and gives instant illuminate radiance

SPF18 glamtox 10ml- loved by the stars, this cream plumps up the skin and reduces wrinkles thanks to its muscle-freezing properties

glam balm 8ml- this luxurious balm works to plump up the skin and lips, perfect for that a-list pout!

My test actually began last night with the a-list cleanser, a balmy cleanser that you rub gently onto dry skin and rinse off with lukewarm water. Afterwards my skin felt soft and moisturised without that tight feeling you can get with other cleansers. I’m actually quite excited about this product as it’s meant to contain lightening amino acids which targets hyper-pigmentation and helps to even skin tone, which is something that I am trying to sort out on my skin. I followed up with the glam balm, which is described as a wonder balm that can treat skin, plump lips, reduce wrinkles, strengthen nails and nourish hands – definitely a wonder balm as it offers so many different uses!

On waking up this morning I have to admit that my skin already looks nourished and brighter, (hmm is that the result of using the products or a good nights sleep?) Either way I’m looking forward to finding out so let’s see what happens.