Block Island Organics - a brand review!

Hello, Beautiful!

Recently the organic brand Block Island Organics reached out to me and asked if I would like to try some of their products, and after checking out their website I said absolutely! They currently offer a cleanser, night cream and an SPF sunscreen. In this post you'll see pics, swatches and reviews of each product.

Block Island Organics

Block Island Organics
Purifying Facial Cleanser

 

Block Island Organics Purifying Facial Cleanser Info & Review

Cost: $21.99 (4 fl oz full size)
Availability: Available on the Block Island Organics website.

My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Kisses

PRODUCT DETAILS...

An antioxidant and vitamin rich, organic and natural formula that cleans skin with gentle botanicals while maintaining moisture balance. Suitable for all skin types.

Gently removes build-up, impurities and makeup while freshening skin. Organic ingredients like rosehip, chamomile, sunflower, avocado, olive and more. Packed with antioxidants like vitamin C & E to revitalize skin.

Cruelty free vegan formula and never tested on animals. No parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, dyes or artificial fragrances.


MY REVIEW...

This is a nice lightweight, liquid-gel cleanser. It has a very light scent, which is great for me, as I'm often sensitive to scents. The ingredients in this cleanser are great, especially if you've been looking for an organic, vegan skin care formula.

As a beauty blogger I try out a lot of products, and skin care is a tricky one to try out because I have to be very careful with my acne prone skin as to what I switch up in my routine. Currently I am using a cleanser for acne, but I have tested this cleanser out and still use it every so often if I feel like the acne cleanser is making my face a little too dry.

This cleanser did a nice job at removing makeup, but I still prefer to always do a double cleanser if I have a full face of makeup or use a makeup remover first. It does a nice job at cleansing the skin without leaving it dry or tight. It just leaves your skin soft, clean and fresh!

I really enjoyed this cleanser and would continue to use this. I think I'd recommend this for anyone who wants a basic cleanser (meaning non-acne cleanser) that isn't filled with chemicals!

Block Island Organics
Revitalizing Night Cream

 

Block Island Organics Revitalizing Night Cream Info & Review

Cost: $29.99 (2 oz full size)
Availability: Available on the Block Island Organics website.

My Rating: 4 out of 5 Kisses

PRODUCT DETAILS...

Packed with antioxidants like Vitamin C (offers anti-aging benefits) and Vitamin E (protects against the effects of sun exposure), this organic and natural cream nourishes skin.

Made with organic ingredients like cocoa butter, rosehip, avocado, aloe vera, jojoba and more. Nourishes and moisturizes, non-greasy and suitable for all skin types.

Cruelty free vegan formula and never tested on animals. No parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, dyes or artificial fragrance.


MY REVIEW...

I love the texture of this night cream; very lightweight but moisturizing! It sinks in quickly. If you have very dry skin - like my skin can sometimes get - I do find this isn't as intensely moisturizing as some other products I own, but it is really good.

It sinks in quickly and leaves your skin feeling soft and nourished. Even though this is labeled as a night cream, you could use it during the day because of how light weight it is.

The scent is nice too; very light and barely there.

I have been using this moisturizing off and on and really enjoy it! I love the pump top applicator too!!

Block Island Organics
SPF 30 Natural Mineral Sunscreen

 

Block Island Organics SPF 30 Natural Mineral Sunscreen Info & Review

Cost: $19.99 (3.4 oz full size)
Availability: Available on the Block Island Organics website.

My Rating: 5 out of 5 Kisses

PRODUCT DETAILS...

An ultra lightweight, non-nano and instantly absorbing natural mineral sunscreen great for babies, kids and adults. A small amount goes a long way.

Organic and natural ingredients - zinc only (safest and best UV filter). SPF 30 and broad spectrum protection decreases the risk of skin cancer and aging. Ultra lightweight and non-greasy formula, can be worn under makeup.

Gluten and nano free, vegan formula, eco-friendly (no ingredients shown to harm reefs). Plus, no parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthalates, dyes or artificial fragrance.

MY REVIEW...

Aside from the fact that everyone should use sunscreen, for me it's extra important because I have tattoos on my arms and legs that I want to protect from sun exposure. SPF 30 isn't super intense for that (I prefer SPF 50 or higher to protect my tattoos) but this is a great everyday sunscreen!

What's best about this sunscreen is you won't find it filled with chemicals! Plus, you can use it on your face in addition to your body. I find myself using this whenever I go to the dog park (which is nearly every day) or just to take long walks with my dog. I still prefer SPF 50 or higher specifically for my tattoos if I'm going to be out in the sun all day - such as at an amusement park or the beach (neither of which I have gone to yet this summer).

I love that this is a natural sunscreen option because a lot of sunscreens on the market are filled with junk that you don't need to be putting on your body, and especially not your face!

It's non-greasy, spreads and absorbs easily, and the scent isn't intense or gross.

I use this on my 10 year old son and he does not get burned, and believe me, he is out in the sun more then I am! This is a great sunscreen!

If you've been looking for a natural sunscreen, then look no further!

Now let me know what you think...

What do you think of this product? Have you tried this, or would you consider adding this to your beauty wish list? Discuss in the comments below!

xoxo with love & beauty,
Crystal Valentine

Disclaimer: This is NOT a sponsored post. However, these products were sent to me for consideration. I am not being paid to make this post, nor has the company influenced me in any way. I have made this post because I wanted to, not because I had to. These are my honest opinions, thoughts and experiences.

Snowberry Sun Protection - 2 types: Everyday SPF 15 and Active Outdoor SPF 30 - pics, swatches, reviews

Hello, Beautiful!

I have two sun protection products from the brand Snowberry to share with you in this post. The Everyday Broad Spectrum Medium Sun Protection SPF 15 and the Active Outdoor Broad Spectrum High Sun Protection SPF 30. Both products have a nice, light pleasant (non-sunscreen) smell and leave behind no white residue. They're a natural choice to sun protection. Check out my full review on each version below, including all the product info, after each set of pics!

Snowberry Everyday Broad Spectrum Medium Sun Protection SPF 15

 

 

Snowberry Everyday Broad Spectrum Medium Sun Protection SPF 15 Info & Review:

Cost/Availability: $36.00 (1.7 oz full size). Check it out on the Snowberry website, and purchase at Dermstore, and everywhere else Snowberry products are sold. Click here to find a retailer near you.

My Rating: 5 out of 5 Kisses!

Everyday SPF 15 is completely natural, with that deliciously light, clear texture that you will love on your skin. And Everyday SPF 15 is a certified broad spectrum sun protection product, which means that you are being protected against both UVB and UVA light. Many dermatologists warm against moisturizers with added SPF because the product is generally not used in sufficient quantity to provide even minimal protection, and may not be certified to sun care standards.

According to dermatologists, SPF 15, probably applied will give much better protection than SPF 50 that is not properly applied. Research also shows that the higher SPF rating, the less product most people use. You may not know that SPF 15 provides about 93% protection against UVB and surprisingly SPF 30 provides just 4% more. So, it is more in how you use your product than its rating that is important! You should also know that SPF 15 means you have protection against UVB only (the rays that cause sunburn) for 15x the burn time if you weren't wearing a sun product. Because SPF is not a measure of protection against the more dangerous UVA light, Snowberry's Everyday SPF 15 is also certified under the internationally recognized Boots Star system to provide good UVA protection.

Apply Everyday SPF 15 liberally in the morning 20 minutes before sun exposure. Re-apply regularly (about every 2 hours), especially when outdoors.

This is a really nice sunscreen. It has a nice, light scent (that isn't your typical sunscreen scent) and it absorbs into skin nicely. It does feel a bit sticky after you first apply it, but it will absorb into your skin and you won't feel that stickiness after several minutes. There is no white residue after applying either! Your skin will feel soft too!

I will say it is a bit pricey for sun protection, especially if you typically buy something from the drugstore, but it is a quality product and a natural product.

Overall, I really liked this sunscreen and would recommend if you're looking for a natural alternative. If you plan to be outdoors a lot, you may want to try their Active Outdoor version, which has SPF 30.

Snowberry Active Outdoor Broad Spectrum High Sun Protection SPF 30

 

Snowberry Active Outdoor Broad Spectrum High Sun Protection SPF 30 Info & Review:

Cost/Availability: $38.00 (1.7 oz full size). Available at Dermstore, and everywhere else Snowberry products are sold. Click here to find a retailer near you.

My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Kisses

Snowberry Active Outdoor Broad Spectrum High Sun Protection SPF 30 protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays to keep your skin healthy and burn-free. The lightweight, chemical-free formula features seaweed and aloe vera extracts to nourish for a calm, comfortable fee.

Apply Active Outdoor SPF 30 liberally in the morning, 20 minutes before sun exposure. Re-apply regularly (about every 2 hours), especially when outdoors.

Just like their Everyday SPF 15 version, this has an nice light scent (not your typical sunscreen smell), and goes on nicely - absorbing into skin. It is slightly thicker than the SPF 15, but not that much so. I did find my skin was a bit sticky after I first applied it but after it has a chance to sink into your skin that sticky feeling will go away. No white residue left behind!

I will say it is a bit pricey for sun protection, especially if you typically buy something from the drugstore, but it is a quality product and a natural product.

This is a great natural sunscreen that I'd recommend checking out!

Now let me know what you think...

What do you think of these sunscreens? Have you tried either of them or would you like to? Discuss in the comments below.

Sun Bum Sunscreen Lip Balm - 4 flavors - pics, review

Hello, Beautiful!

With spring in full effect, and summer just around the corner, it's important to start using sunscreen to protect your skin -- but don't forget about your lips! Using a lip balm with sunscreen is just a smart decision - but especially so in the summer time. Try Sun Bum's sunscreen lip balm - which is available in several flavors (I have 4 to show you in this post). It has a broad spectrum SPF 30, plus aloe vera and vitamin E. Check out my full review below after the pics!

Sun Bum Sunscreen Lip Balm
Flavors: Pomegranate, Pink Guava, Mango, Lime

Sun Bum Sunscreen Lip Balm Info & Review:

Cost/Availability: $3.99 each (0.15 oz full size). Available on the Sun Bum website, as well as at local surf shops such as Island Water Sports, Boca Surf & Sail, and Miami Ski Nautique. Click here to find a location near you.

My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Kisses

Sun Bum believes quality, safety and performance are the keys to getting more people to use sunscreen. Each ingredient and attribute is specifically chosen to provide friends with the most advanced broad spectrum protection available, while ensuring a smooth and invisible feel - just the way they like it.

Their flavored lip balms have SPF 30+ sunscreen with added aloe and vitamin E that will protect and moisturize your lips all day long.

Available in six flavors; their original Banana, plus five new ones: Key Lime, Pomegranate, Mango, Pink Guava, and Coconut.

Out of the four flavors I have, my favorite is Key Lime! I also like Pink Guava. I thought I would love the Mango, since I love Mango scented anything, but it wasn't a favorite of mine in this balm form. Same with the Pomegranate. I think I'd like the Coconut and the original Banana - which I fully plan to also get. But the Key Lime is really nice; refreshing smelling and really good tasting!!

These have no color at all, so both men and women - kids and adults - could use these. I think they have a cool look to them, so even my 8 year old son wants to use them and he likes the flavor of the Key Lime too (and the monkey on the packaging).

I think they feel really good going on the lips; moisturizing, non-sticky and comfortable. A perfect summer staple to keep in your purse, car, at school, at work, and wherever! Affordable sun protection for your lips that I'd recommend picking up for the warmer months ahead.

Now let me know what you think...

What do you think of these flavored sunscreen lip balms? Have you tried them or are they on your wish list? Discuss in the comments below.

Supergoop! Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30 - pics, swatches, review

Hello, Beautiful!

Have you tried any of the Supergoop! products? I recently tried them out for the first time, and really like the brand. I know some people received some Supergoop! products in their Birchboxes this month. In this post I'll share with you their Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30.

Check out my pics, swatches, stats, and review... click on pics to view them larger.

Supergoop!
Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30

 

 

 

Basic Stats for Supergoop! Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30:

Formula: lotion

Cost/Availability: $14.00 (1.6 oz full size). Available on the Supergoop! website and everywhere else Supergoop! products are sold.

Packaging: squeeze tube with twist-off lid

My Rating: 5 out of 5 Kisses

Formula:

Moisturizing and paraben-free, this very water and sweat resistant SPF 30 delivery powerful daily UV protection while keeping skin soft and hydrated. For all skin types, 4 months of age and up.

Cost/Availability:

$14.00 (1.6 oz full size). Available on the Supergoop! website and everywhere else Supergoop! products are sold.

Packaging:

Squeeze tube with twist-off lid.

Supergoop! Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30 Review:

I'm one of those people who hate to wear sunscreen because they often smell strongly, are thick, take forever to fully blend in and they feel gross after awhile. However, the Supergoop! brand makes fantastic products, and I really liked their Everyday Face & Body Moisturizer SPF 30.

It's non-sticky, absorbs quickly, smells nice (the fragrance is light), and has nice protection. I love that I can use it on face and/or body - as well as use it on myself, my husband and my son.

Loved this product, and would absolutely recommend it!

Now let me know what you think...

What do you think of this product? Have you tried this or is this on your wish list? Discuss in the comments below.