The Skin Care Wonderland of Boscia
June 3, 2006 *My beauty partner-in-crime Amy Yu took the daunting task of testing the lovely boscia skin care line (with my assistance, of course). Read on to find out more about the fabulous natural botanical products!
The Skin Care Wonderland of Boscia
By Amy Yu
Much like Alice in 'skin care wonderland', the boscia bottle seemed to say "USE ME! You don't want me to expire!" The idea of an expiration date on my skincare product was daunting at first. Then, it became a reassuring reinforcement of just how fresh the boscia skincare line is: free of preservatives and made with botanicals. It truly aids in maintenance of your skin's natural beauty.
Created by Fancl Corporation, boscia's focus on simplicity and freshness is executed through the use of two main ingredients: organically grown jojoba leaf that fights free radical damage and willow-herb, an anti-inflammatory to soothe and calm skin troubled by harsh chemicals, stress and other irritants.
For those with oily skin (like me!), a definite must includes the Purifying Cleansing Gel. Within two weeks of using this soap-free makeup remover and cleanser, my face seemed lighter and more even in tone. Further enhancing this effect was the Balancing Facial Tonic. Gentle and light, this refreshing tonic doesn't leech the moisture out of your skin unlike most toners. The essential lavender water in it has a calming effect in both smell and feel.
A favorite in the boscia line, the Oil-free Daily Hydration SPF 15 has become indispensable in my skincare regimen. Protection against UV rays is essential, but SPF usually equals an oily sheen on the face, particularly in the T-Zone. Silica powder in this moisturizer controls the excess oil, while still leaving my skin feeling supple.
It's inevitable that oil will surface as the day goes by try the Rose Blotting Linens for touch-ups. I've used tons of blotting sheets for absorbing excess facial oil, but these sheets have an amazing quality. Made from finely-woven fibers of the Abaca tree plant, the sheets are infused with a delicate rose scent. An extra plus for philanthropists, a portion of the proceeds from the sales of Rose Blotting Linens are donated to support breast cancer research.
Those hot summer days are imminent and protection from the sun is increasingly important. Your hands will ultimately thank you for using boscia's Daily Hand Revival Therapy SPF 15. Mulberry acts to lighten sun spot pigmentation caused by UV damage and this hand cream isn't greasy or sticky.
As a makeup remover, the Makeup Breakup Cleansing Oil does the trick. It has a nice cool sensation as you scrub your makeup off. The nice thing is that it doesn't strip your moisture barrier. That's what I like about the entire line - it adds hydration back to the skin, instead of taking it away.
I love the Willow Bark Breakout Treatment. It doesn't dry out your skin like most acne products, and if you apply it early enough, the pimples will be gone by the end of the day. Perfect timing for that hot date you have that night!
The Jujube Salve Stick is the perfect lip balm. Perfect for preventing the lipstick feathering problem, it also helps refresh cakey concealer or eliminate eye makeup boo-boos.
Finally, for all you beauty junkies out there, try the Brilliant Kisses lip glosses. The two neutral shades are great for almost all skin tones.
Check out www.boscia.net for more ways to enhance your summer and your skin!
Reader Comments (1)
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