Who doesn't squeal a little bit inside when they come home to package sitting in the mail? Every time I see that beautiful soft pink envelope from 100% Pure, I CANNOT wait to rip open the bubble-wrap material and get to the goodies inside. This week I was so fortunate to receive one of Pure's newest to-launch products to try out and share my thoughts!
Blood Orange Cleansing Balm
Launching February 21, 2017
Ingredients:
Persea Gratissima (Organic Avocado) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Olea Europaea (Organic Olive) Leaf Oil, Olea Europaea (Organic Olive) Oil, Cera Alba (Organic Beeswax), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Blood Orange Essential Oil) Fruit, Polyglyceryl- 3 Palmitate (Derived from Coconut)
Avocado Oil- Rich in Omega 9 Oleic Acid , Omega 3, Vitamin E, and essential fatty acids. Helps to smooth, soften, and moisturize skin. Can be very beneficial for eczema-prone, dry, and aging skin by calming inflammation and boosting collagen synthesis.
Coconut Oil- As a rich source of the antioxidant Vitamin E, coconut oil helps to minimize visible sings of aging on the skin while moisturizing and soothing inflammatory conditions like eczema and psoriasis. The main fatty acids that comprise coconut oil are lauric acid, capric acid, and caprylic acid are anti-fungal and can help to minimize skin irritations. Some people can have sensitivities to coconut oil and can experience breakouts. Make sure you patch test products with a heavy coconut oil content to make sure your skin agrees with it!
Olive Leaf Oil- Olive Leaf extract has marked anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits that can help to soothe skin irritation, reduce redness, improve circulation, improve visible signs of aging, and improve dehydrated skin.
Olive Oil- Olive oil is rich in skin hydrating fatty acids like Omega 9 Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid , and Omega 6 Linoleic Acid. It also boasts a very high ORAC rating for antioxidant benefits to help protect skin from environmental damage and minimize the appearance of visible aging.
Beeswax- Beeswax is a natural humectant and emollient that helps to draw in moisture and create a protective barrier on the skin.
Blood Orange- Naturally a rich source of anitioxidants Vitamin C, anthocyanins, and polyphenols blood orange essential oil can help to revitalize dull, lifeless skin and provide anti-aging benefits.
Polyglyceryl-3 Palmitate- Derived from Palmitic Acid, this ingredient acts as an emulsifying agent in oil-in-water emulsions. (In this formula it acts as a surfactant that helps the oil remove easier once water is introduced and is a safe alternative to sulfates and other foaming agents)
Description and Use:
"This delicious cleanser gently and effectively dissolves makeup.. It purifies while it deeply nourishes and moisturizes your skin. Detoxifying blood orange refreshes while the organic oils of avocado, coconut, and olive intensely soften and leave skin glowing."
"Warm up cleansing balm between fingertips and massage gently onto skin. Wipe away excess balm with a warm damp cloth or konjac sponge and rinse with warm water."
Packaging:
The balm comes in a very sleek and minimalist lightweight jar. I actually appreciate how light and travel friendly the packaging is compared to some other 100% Pure Products. There is a clean-seal plastic lift up lid to protect the product in it's box. My only wish is that the product came with a small plastic scoop to avoid contamination from finger tips. A spatula would also help water from getting into the jar which can be problematic without any preservatives in the formula (which I'm definitely grateful for, just make sure you ladies are careful! Water can cause bacteria, mold and fungus to grow in oil based scrubs, creams, and balms that do not contain preservatives).
First Impression:
Can we just talk about the scent for a moment...HEAVENLY! I'm not usually one to prefer heavily scented products and typically avoid overly fragranced products; however, the naturally citrus aroma that kisses your nose when you open this jar is just lovely.
Aside from the scent, the texture is very rich and creamy. It's definitely something new for me as I typically use cleansing oils, but I think my dry skin may be able to handle it during these cold winter days.
You definitely have to use a warm, wet washcloth to remove the cleansing balm. It did a pretty impressive job at dissolving my mascara, brow pomade, liquid foundation, and concealer! My eyes didn't feel to irritated afterwards which can sometimes happen with other cleansing oils/balms. My skin definitely felt soft and hydrated afterwards. I think that as long as a use a foaming cleanser as a second cleanse during the warmer months, this product will actually work really well for me.
I've noticed over the years, I'm starting to struggle less with breakouts and more with clogged pores/congestion and eczema. The nourishing and anti-inflammatory oils in this cleanser are all geared towards softening and calming the skin. While I start to incorporate this into my routine, I'm definitely excited to see what improvements occur in my dry, irritated eczema patches.
0
Blood Orange Cleansing Balm
Launching February 21, 2017
 |
- Vegetarian (Not Vegan)
- Gluten-Free
- Cruelty-Free
Ingredients:
Persea Gratissima (Organic Avocado) Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Olea Europaea (Organic Olive) Leaf Oil, Olea Europaea (Organic Olive) Oil, Cera Alba (Organic Beeswax), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Blood Orange Essential Oil) Fruit, Polyglyceryl- 3 Palmitate (Derived from Coconut)
Avocado Oil- Rich in Omega 9 Oleic Acid , Omega 3, Vitamin E, and essential fatty acids. Helps to smooth, soften, and moisturize skin. Can be very beneficial for eczema-prone, dry, and aging skin by calming inflammation and boosting collagen synthesis.
Coconut Oil- As a rich source of the antioxidant Vitamin E, coconut oil helps to minimize visible sings of aging on the skin while moisturizing and soothing inflammatory conditions like eczema and psoriasis. The main fatty acids that comprise coconut oil are lauric acid, capric acid, and caprylic acid are anti-fungal and can help to minimize skin irritations. Some people can have sensitivities to coconut oil and can experience breakouts. Make sure you patch test products with a heavy coconut oil content to make sure your skin agrees with it!
Olive Leaf Oil- Olive Leaf extract has marked anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits that can help to soothe skin irritation, reduce redness, improve circulation, improve visible signs of aging, and improve dehydrated skin.
Olive Oil- Olive oil is rich in skin hydrating fatty acids like Omega 9 Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid , and Omega 6 Linoleic Acid. It also boasts a very high ORAC rating for antioxidant benefits to help protect skin from environmental damage and minimize the appearance of visible aging.
Beeswax- Beeswax is a natural humectant and emollient that helps to draw in moisture and create a protective barrier on the skin.
Blood Orange- Naturally a rich source of anitioxidants Vitamin C, anthocyanins, and polyphenols blood orange essential oil can help to revitalize dull, lifeless skin and provide anti-aging benefits.
Polyglyceryl-3 Palmitate- Derived from Palmitic Acid, this ingredient acts as an emulsifying agent in oil-in-water emulsions. (In this formula it acts as a surfactant that helps the oil remove easier once water is introduced and is a safe alternative to sulfates and other foaming agents)
Description and Use:
"This delicious cleanser gently and effectively dissolves makeup.. It purifies while it deeply nourishes and moisturizes your skin. Detoxifying blood orange refreshes while the organic oils of avocado, coconut, and olive intensely soften and leave skin glowing."
"Warm up cleansing balm between fingertips and massage gently onto skin. Wipe away excess balm with a warm damp cloth or konjac sponge and rinse with warm water."
Packaging:
The balm comes in a very sleek and minimalist lightweight jar. I actually appreciate how light and travel friendly the packaging is compared to some other 100% Pure Products. There is a clean-seal plastic lift up lid to protect the product in it's box. My only wish is that the product came with a small plastic scoop to avoid contamination from finger tips. A spatula would also help water from getting into the jar which can be problematic without any preservatives in the formula (which I'm definitely grateful for, just make sure you ladies are careful! Water can cause bacteria, mold and fungus to grow in oil based scrubs, creams, and balms that do not contain preservatives).
First Impression:
 |
| Before. (with some very sloppy "running errands" makeup haha.) |
Can we just talk about the scent for a moment...HEAVENLY! I'm not usually one to prefer heavily scented products and typically avoid overly fragranced products; however, the naturally citrus aroma that kisses your nose when you open this jar is just lovely.
Aside from the scent, the texture is very rich and creamy. It's definitely something new for me as I typically use cleansing oils, but I think my dry skin may be able to handle it during these cold winter days.
 |
| After. My skin looks so much brighter and more hydrated. |
You definitely have to use a warm, wet washcloth to remove the cleansing balm. It did a pretty impressive job at dissolving my mascara, brow pomade, liquid foundation, and concealer! My eyes didn't feel to irritated afterwards which can sometimes happen with other cleansing oils/balms. My skin definitely felt soft and hydrated afterwards. I think that as long as a use a foaming cleanser as a second cleanse during the warmer months, this product will actually work really well for me.
I've noticed over the years, I'm starting to struggle less with breakouts and more with clogged pores/congestion and eczema. The nourishing and anti-inflammatory oils in this cleanser are all geared towards softening and calming the skin. While I start to incorporate this into my routine, I'm definitely excited to see what improvements occur in my dry, irritated eczema patches.
