Recently in Beauty / Skin Wellness Category
This is my favorite product out of the wellness preservative-free skincare line (containing no parabens, fragrance, animal products, harsh chemicals, or preservatives). I've blogged about this eyecream before and still love how well it works at reducing the puffiness and dark circles underneath my eyes. A few of my friends also use is as a firming cream for their neck and face. A little goes a long way and if you use it for your eyes alone, it should last for 2 - 3 months.
I went a little crazy and stocked up while in Japan (no shipping to pay!). If you'd like to purchase a jar, please contact me directly at healthluxe at gmail.com. Retail this product sells for $106.43 USD, but while I have a few on hand, you can purchase it at the Member price of $83.37 USD. Purchase more than one and I will include a bonus 4-piece travel set Free ($20 value).
Most preservative-free products require refrigeration or have a short shelf life, this line uses a special water formulated to prohibit bacteria growth without introducing harsh or possibly harmful chemicals. 60% or more of what we apply to our skin is absorbed into our bloodstream. I recommend this eyecream to everyone, especially to women who are expecting and have heightened sensitivity to what goes onto their skin and into their bodies.
For the past few months there have been numerous (but not new) reports on the benefits of drinking tea, especially the green kind! Naoki's family has a beautiful green tea farm in Mie, Japan and they are ready to ship 2007 spring leaves. The cut off date to order will be this Thursday, May 10.
This green tea tastes different and has a sweeter and fresher flavor than what is available in most stores here. It can be cold brewed as well as served hot. Please allow boiled water to cool for a few minutes before adding the delicate tea leaves to prevent burning, which can alter the taste. Hadaseicha's tea is dark green in color, has a bold taste and was carefully harvested by Naoki's parents. Orders are available only once a year and large orders can be stored in the freezer to preserve freshness. My mother likes to order the teabags in bulk and repackage them to give as gifts to her health-conscious clients.
This is the recent video release that features the new preservative-free skincare line. Personally, I like the Japanese version better; however, this was well done also. If you're local to me, live in the Bay Area (California), and would like to view the Japanese DVD, please contact me at HealthLuxe at gmail.com.
It's been almost a year since these paraben / preservative - free skincare products were launched in Japan and they are continuing to sell extremely well.
The most significant difference I've seen since using this line is the reduced puffiness under my eyes and the evening of my skintone and texture which is smoother. I have a friend who had purchased Hylexin for $99 and said the undereye cream from this line worked faster and better than that product. Another friend of mine told me that the mole on her right cheek has gotten smaller since she's used the line (it's been about three months).
If you would like to try the four main products before investing in the full-sized line, please send me an email (HealthLuxe at gmail.com) and you can order a one week travel / trial pack for $20. This includes the cost of shipping and tax.
Here's what you'll receive -
Face Cleansing Cream (12g)
Skin Lotion (10ml)
Skin Serum (5ml)
Eye Cream (5g)
Please use a q-tip/cotton swab when using the eye cream. Though the products are free from preservatives, it's beeter to avoid dipping your fingers into the product. This versatile cream works beautifully for the fine lines around the lip area as well!
As a bonus - we'll include a sample of our family's natural green tea (also from Japan)! It can be brewed in cold and hot water.
