As a health conscious person ( well most of time ) I think it is so important to know what we put in out bodies, this includes ingredients we use on our skin! I love reading and learning about ingredients- its uses, effects on the skin, effects on the body and so on. I most certainly think there is a link between what we eat and our skins health- I guess my Nutrition Degree did spur on this interest but there are so many scientific evidence out there proving this so!
I recently got a few Forever Living products to try out....but before I did try them, I wanted to know what was in them first. While researching this company, I was delighted to learn that they also stand by the belief that what we fuel our bodies with has an effect on our skin, Forever living are the largest growers and producers of Aloe Vera in the world! IN. THE. WORLD!! This got me excited...aloe vera is a power ingredient with an array of health benefits! This phrase comes to mind when I think of aloe vera "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food"- Hippocrates.
Before I review a few of the Forever Living products, I want to explain just how naturally nutritious Aloe Vera is- for our bodies and skin!
Why Aloe Vera?!
Aloe Vera is a plant, which has many names "silent healer", "First aid plant" and "Medicine Plant". I remember as a child, my mum had ( and still does ) an aloe vera plant in the house, anytime we had sunburn or an insect bite, she would break off of the leaves, cut it open and rub the aloe vera on us! To understand how aloe vera works, its important to learn about the plants chemistry- here's the sciency part....yey!
Even though the plant is 99% water, the 1% of Aloe Vera actually contains over 75 ingredients! These ingredients include vitamins, minerals and amino acids. It is the balance of these ingredients that results in its beneficial effects, this balance of ingredients have literally taken thousands of years to perfect- the evolution of the aloe vera plant has now resulted in the perfect concoction of vitamins and minerals!
Benefits of Aloe Vera:
Due to the huge variety of vitamins and minerals in Aloe Vera, it has so many benefits! In my true, "where is the evidence" attitude, I read Peter Athertons book: "Aloe Vera: The Medicine Plant" to find my answer!
Aloe Vera is part of the subspecies the aloinae of which there are over 200 types- 15 of which are poisonous! There are 5 varieties which possess medicinal benefits.Through research, the plant is best after maturing for 4 to 5 years. Aloe Vera is a potent anti septic and has the ability to kill off bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeats.It also reduces inflammation and can deeply cleanse the skin due to the presence of lignin. Vitamins A, E and C help slow down the ageing process and deeply nourishes the skin cells. The healing powers of Aloe Vera are very powerful, Clinical trials have proven the it can dramatically improve sun burn, psoriasis, eczema and allergic reactions on the skin. I always knew the benefits of aloe vera but reading the scientific research and clinical trials really has compelled me to include this in both my skin care and diet!
Why Forever Living?!
Forever Living has been trading for 35 years and are available in over 150 countries! The thing I love the most about this company is that they cannot be bought in a shop...only through their distributors. They pour their money and time into growing the best Aloe Vera plants and making sure that their ingredients are the finest and purest. I am actually considering getting the Aloe Vera gel drink and giving it a go!! I would love to see if consuming aloe vera is as good as directly using it on the skin..Has anyone tried it before? Let me know how you got on!!
Having read about the company and researched about Aloe Vera, I was so excited to try out a few of their products! :) They have 2 skin ranges: Aloe Fleur de Jouvence which is for younger skin and is suitable for sensitive skin also and The Sonya range which is for mature skin. Each skin range has a cleanser, toner, day creme, night creme and mask! These can be bought separately! Couldn't wait to get stuck in and try them out!!
On to the Review! :-)
I have been using the cleanser and mask for the past few weeks and to be honest I couldn't wait to write about them! :)
Aloe Cleanser:
This is probably the most refreshing cleanser I have ever used. The smell is gorgeous!! The creamy texture lathers very easily and removed the majority of my make up with just one go..I had to go back in a 2nd time just to get mascara off! After removing the cleanser, my skin feels squeaking clean and actually glowing. This is suitable for anyone who has sensitive skin as all the ingredients are hypo-allergenic. The lignins in the cleanser have the ability to penetrate to the deeper levels of the skin which ensures delivery of all the beneficial ingredients.
Aloe Activator and Mask Powder:
I have never tried a mask like this before so was excited to see how well it worked for my skin. The mask comes in two parts: a pot of powder and an aloe activator. A mixing bowl is provided along with a mixing spoon. Just one spoon of powder is needed, you add the aloe activator until the consistency is like a lotion. I have been using this mask 3 times a week for the past few weeks and I can't believe the results! Coming for a girl who looooves cosmeceuticals and still does, this mask is phenomenal! The mask does get quite tight on the skin, something I actually love but it is easily removed and leaves the skin with an instant glow. The mask has kaolin in it which is a clay based ingredient that absorbs excess oil and helps to draw out congestion.
I am looking forward to reviewing the Firming day lotion and The recovering night creme in a future post. I love mixing up my skin care routine and always feel my skin looks its best when I vary my skin care products!
Hope ye enjoyed the post and like always email porcelain.lady@yahoo.com if ye have any questions!
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