Endless Summer: *** CLOSED *** Review + Giveaway / Hydroxatone *** CLOSED ***

Thursday, March 1, 2012

* CLOSED * Review + Giveaway / Hydroxatone * CLOSED *

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Hi everyone!

Today I'll be reviewing some products from Hydroxatone. And giving away too ^_^

High-performance, anti-aging skincare brand, Hydroxatone, uses real science, clinically proven results and the best ingredients in the world to delight millions of customers around the world every day. Led by the flagship AM / PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex with 5 million units sold, the Hydroxatone line has efficacious products for every step of the skincare regimen.

For my review I received Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex, Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes, and Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner.

What Company say:

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex - Contains three key ingredients that targets several signs of aging. Erases the appearance of fine lines/crow's feet around the eyes. Reduces the appearance of even deep wrinkles in the forehead area. Reduces discoloration and uneven skin tone. Hydrates skin across all age groups. Improves skin tone and radiance. Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation and increases skin hydration by over 20%. Increases skin hydration. Includes SPF to protect skin against UVA/UVB rays. Dermatologist tested. Safe and paraben-free.

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes - Triple amplifying eyelash technology gives lashes a longer and thicker appearance in just a few weeks. Triple amplifying eyelash technology. Works to give you visible results in just a few weeks. Non-irritating, dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested. Nourishes lashes from the base up. Safe and effective. Moisturizes the skin around the lashes.

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner - An age-defying self tanner containing a unique blend of ingredients for flawless looking skin. Scientifically proven ingredients that diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Builds a natural, sun-kissed tan. Lightweight, non-greasy, quick-drying formula. Unique formula increases the appearance of firm skin with caffeine. Dermatologist tested to be non-irritant. Infused with healthy vitamins, botanicals and antioxidants. Fights the signs of aging while building a gradual tan for a brighter glow.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner

Directions:

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex - Apply once in the morning and once at night to face and neck, away from eyes by using a gentle, upward motion with fingertips.

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes - Just like eyeliner, trace the applicator along the base of lashes from the inner to outer corners. Contact lenses should be removed prior to application. The easy-to-use, twist pen makes Lashatone easy to apply.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner - Apply evenly on cleansed skin once a day. Blend well using circular motions, avoiding the hairline and eyebrows. Thoroughly wash hands after use. Can be used daily or as necessary to achieve and maintain desired color.

Ingredients:

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex - Active Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.5%, Octocrylene 4.5%, Oxybenzone 3.5%. Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Sweet Almond (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis) Oil, Sesame (Sesamum Indicum) Oil, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Sorbitan Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii), Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao), Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Tetrasodium EDTA, Triethanolamine, BHT, Polysorbate-20, DMDM Hydantoin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Sorbic Acid, Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Extract, Grape (Vitis Vinifera) Seed Extract, White Pine (Pinus Strobus) Bark Extract, Green Tea (Camellia Sinesis) Leaf Extract, Ginseng (Panax Ginseng) Extract, Chamomile (Matricaria Recututa) Flower Extract, Algae Extract, Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) Extract, Coneflower (Echinacea Angustifolia) Extract, Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra) Root Extract.

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes - Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Hydrolyzed Glucosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, PPG-26 Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Apigenin, Oleanolic Acid, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Glycyrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner - Water, Propylene Glycol, Dihydroxyacetone, Polyquaternium 37, Cetearyl, Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) Extract, Green Tea (Camellia Oleifera) Leaf Extract, Tris (Tetramethylhydroxypiper-idinol), Caffeine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Erythrulose, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Tocopherol, Beta-Carotene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Phospholipids, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Fragrance, Sodium Metabisulfite, Oleth-3, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Ceteareth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin.

Price:

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex - Available in two sizes: 1 oz. / 30 g will cost you $79.95 / 2398 rub. and 1.5 oz. / 45 g will cost you $120 / 3600 rub.

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes - $69.95 / 2099 rub. for 0.034 oz / 1 ml.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner - $79.95 / 2398 rub. for 1 oz. / 30 g.

You can purchase these on-line from Hydroxatone and SkinStore.com as well as Ulta stores and select Macy’s locations.

(Info and images from Hydroxatone.com)

My experience: I'd like to review Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex first. The packaging it comes in is very impressive and looks like it has came from the future ^_^

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex / the packaging

The product itself is a rich thick cream. Is is pale yellow color. Doesn't contain colorants and fragrance (and this is a big big plus for my sensitive nose!) Does contain Matrixyl3000, Argireline, Hyaluronic Acid and SPF 15 what makes it really effective.

Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex / swatched on the hand

I use this twice daily for over a month and I love how moisturized and nourished my skin feels. Even in the coldest winter days my skin felt very comfortable and protected. This cream evened out my skin tone and made my skin look radiant. I can't say anything about its wrinkle fighting properties as I'm too young to have wrinkles but it contains SPF 15 which helps to prevent them. And as you know, prevention is half the fight!

Overall, I love this product and how multifunctional it is - it is a moisturizer, anti-aging treatment and sunscreen in one ^_^ And it's also makeup friendly!

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes is my first product for stimulation lash growth TBH. I love the packaging - a twist pen which is really easy to use.

Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes / the packaging

The product is fragrance and colorants free and doesn't irritate the eyes. Contains Advanced Peptides and Moisturizing Agents beneficial for eyelashes and delicate skin around the eyes.

I use this right before going to sleep every night - just one stroke along the lash line for the both eyes. I have been using it since January and I'm very impressed the results. My lashes definitely became longer and fuller. Not that they look as big as false lashes haha but there's significant difference, especially when I'm wearing mascara. My lashes aren't dark naturally, they have some color at the base while the tips are almost transparent so I can't live without a mascara...

I love this product and I'm seriously thinking of repurchase because it works.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner is one of the best self tanners I've tried. It comes in a pump bottle which is good because it's hygienic, you know.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner / the packaging

This is a light cream with a pleasant scent (which is rare among self tanners). It contains Bronzia17 Complex, DHA, and Erythrulose for a streak free long lasting natural looking, healthy and uniform tan and Argireline, Hyaluronic Acid, Caffeine, and SymCalmin for fighting the signs of aging.

Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner / swatched on the hand

I use this occasionally to maintain moderate tanned look. I have olive skin tone which tends to look yellow greenish when I'm not tanned (no joke!). So you can imagine I strive to maintain my tan! Sometimes I visit solarium in winter, I know it's not good for the skin but I need my portion of serotonine and Vitamin D haha

I love how this self tanner makes my skin look like I really got tan from sun and not from the bottle. It doesn't make me look orange, it brings back some pink undertones to my skin tone and it looks healthy. Since it's a gradual self-tanner, the result is streak free. I also love how 'buildable' it is - I can use it everyday until I achieve the desired result and them I use it once every 2-3 days to maintain it. It doesn't dry the skin, my skin feels smooth and hydrated after I use this. On the other hand, the formula is not greasy and it dries quickly. I haven't noticed any irritation while using this on my face and body.

Overall I'm very impressed with the quality of Hydroxatone products and happy with the results. Even though they are pricey, they definitely worth trying, especially if you're looking for products that work.

And now lets have some fun ＼(~o~)／

GIVEAWAY TIME!

Prize

One winner will receive one Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex (1 oz. jar)! Total value of the prize is $79.95 / 2398 rub.

Hydroxatone Giveaway @ Endless Summer

The prize is provided and will be shipped to the winner by Hydroxatone. I do not take responsibility for it.

Giveaway Details

The giveaway is open to all of my readers, Worldwide.
The giveaway will end on March 30, 2012 at 12:01 AM EST.
The winner will be chosen randomly via Rafflecopter.com and notified via email. The winner will have 72 hours from the time the email is sent to respond and claim the prize. If no response is received, the prize will be passed along to another entry.

How to enter

Use the Rafflecopter form below!

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Good luck! xoxo

I received Hydroxatone® AM/PM Anti-Wrinkle Complex, Lashatone™ Longer & Thicker Lashes, and Sunsoak™ Age-Defying Self Tanner from Hydroxatone for review purposes

Giveaway prize is provided by Hydroxatone