SheaMoisture Superfruit Complex 10-in-1 Renewal System

I've already discussed my love for SheaMoisture's Superfruit Complex Bath and Body Collection here. Well, my little sister and natural hair crush/guru recently tried SheaMoisture’s Superfruit Complex 10-in-1 Renewal System for hair.  Her review is below:

This week I decided to switch up my normal “wash day” routine by using the SheaMoisture Superfruit Complex 10 - in - 1 Renewal System.  According to the brand’s website, this system is formulated with marula oil and biotin in order to hydrate, nourish, soften, and smooth hair, as well as protect it from heat, make it more manageable and enhance shine.  

The line features the following four products:

●     Hair & Scalp Serum:  “dual action serum nourishes scalp...add vibrancy to dull, lackluster hair...revitalize damaged hair…”

●     Shampoo: “”helps to perfect and renew vibrancy to dull, lackluster hair.  Sulfate-free cleansing.”

●     Conditioner: “Detangles while providing anti-aging benefits...softness and shine.”

●     Hair Masque: “When used once weekly, counteracts signs of aging by nourishing the scalp with our Superfruit Complex and infusing hair with ultra-moisturizing Marula Oil and Biotin”

First off, I was a little thrown by the anti-aging claims made for this product line but after a little research I guess anti-aging for hair is actually a thing...who would have known?!?!

For me the Hair & Scalp Serum was THEE absolute best part of this line.  I applied it to my scalp in sections, working it down my hair and adding a little more as I got to my ends.  I then covered my hair with a plastic cap and a bonnet to let my body heat help the serum work into my hair and scalp.  After about an hour I was ready to shampoo.  When I removed the cap from my head, my hair was visibly shinier and super soft to the touch! 

As I rinsed the serum out in the shower my hair remained soft and manageable and I was even able to detangle without conditioner (but of course with a wide tooth comb and under running water).  The ease of detangling was major for me since my hair is really curly and gets super tangled.

After rinsing the serum and detangling my hair I shampooed and conditioned.  The shampoo surprisingly maintained the moisturized feel to my hair.  This was a plus being that I’m not a big fan of shampoos because they often leave my hair feeling stripped (which is frustrating when you spend hours pre-pooing).  The conditioner was just okay for me...nothing special from other conditioners I’ve used.  Some people recommend using some of the Shea Moisture conditioners as leave-ins so maybe I’ll try that with this one and see how I like it.

Finally, I used the masque along with my Huetiful hair steamer.  After coating my hair with the masque and sitting under the steamer for 20 minutes I rinsed my hair with semi-cold water.  All in all, after using all of the products in this line my twist out was VERY well moisturized and my hair was super shiny.  Even my naked curls (with no product on them) felt healthy and moisturized.  I would definitely buy the 10-in-1 Renewal System serum and hair masque from this line.

I was invited to try this line of products by SheaMoisture.  If you would like to try them for yourself, the system can be purchased exclusively at Ulta Beauty or at Sheamoisture.com.

Obsessed with Wet N Wild Mega Last Lip Color

Every makeup maven’s obsession for lipstick, powder and paint probably started with Wet N Wild.  It certainly was the first makeup that I ever owned... I can fondly remember this particular shade of red lipstick that every girl in my middle school and high school wore that just had to be Wet N Wild, cause it was the exact same shade that my older sister used to bring us from her job at a local store. 

Yes, before I discovered the plethora of beauty and makeup brands available to every discerning Beauty Junkie, I was stuck on Wet N Wild for all my makeup needs. The affordability of the brand was also a major selling point for a girl, like me, on a modest budget. 

Over the years, I have admittedly strayed from my teen-hood favorite, but recently I have been drawn back to the brand.  

One of my current obsessions is Wet N Wild’s Mega Last Lip Color.  I was always a gloss girl until I stumbled upon these lipsticks a few years ago, now they are my absolute favorite lip colors.  My collection of these ultra-pigmented, semi-matte, crème lipsticks seems to grow almost every time I visit the drugstore.

Colors with Flash (l to r): Cherry Bomb, Stoplight Red, Vamp it Up, Bare it All, Cherry Picking, Purty Persimmon, Sugar Plum Fairy, Mocha-licious, Ravin' Raisin

Colors without Flash (l to r): Cherry Bomb, Stoplight Red, Vamp it Up, Bare it All, Cherry Picking, Purty Persimmon, Sugar Plum Fairy, Mocha-licious, Ravin' Raisin

These lip colors are long-wearing, four hours according to the brand, and moisturizing, thanks to Hyaluronic Microspheres and ingredients like natural marine plant extracts, Coenzyme Q10 and Vitamins A & E.

The color goes on smooth with no feathering or bleeding.  I rarely ever wear lip liner and still there is no feathering or bleeding.

With over 20 colors, the selection is quite varied.  In my opinion, these lip colors make great dupes for your more expensive favorites.

Wet N Wild has made some excellent upgrades to the quality of their products, but one major thing that has not changed is its affordability, making it easy for me to indulge in this old favorite of mine.  The Mega Last Lip Colors retail for $2.99, but at my local drug and grocery stores they sell for $1.99.

Kiki

REN Rediscover Radiance Kit

As summer winds down, I am getting my skin in glowing order with the REN Rediscover Radiance Kit.  

By the end of summer, our skin has been battered by sun, chlorine, sweat, and other elements, leaving behind parched, blotchy, lackluster skin.  

Fall is a perfect time to unveil a brighter complexion.  The Rediscover Radiance Kit does just that with a combination of four products, enriched with Alpha Hydroxy Acids, to revive and brighten a dull complexion, clear pores, and smooth the skin.

The centerpiece of the kit is a full size ($55 value) Glycol Lactic Renewal Mask (1.7 oz.).  This mask works wonders on acne-prone, sun-damaged skin.  Whenever I use it, I get an instant glow.

The mask combines four potent fruit acids—lactic, glycolic, tartaric, and citric—and papain enzyme for a gentle, yet effective exfoliation.  

Since it is very mild, I like to use this mask twice a week for a healthy, natural glow.  I always find that after using it, my skin is visibly brighter and makeup just glides onto my skin.

I also love the inclusion of the muslin cloth that you use to take the mask off.  I have been using it with all my facial masks lately.

Also included in the kit:

• The Micro Polish Cleanser (0.5 oz.) – This is a pretty decent exfoliating cleanser and a great        prep for the Glycol Lactic Renewal Mask.  The microbeads go to work immediately, rinsing away dirt, oil and impurities and leave my skin refreshed.

• The Radiance Perfection Serum (0.34 oz.) – A lightweight serum that helps brighten your complexion.  The brand touts that “regular use will help reduce the appearance of sun damaged skin and hyperpigmentation, and help to boost hydration.”   In the time that I used it, my skin was noticeably brighter and hydrated.  I also noticed some fading of old acne scars.  I am not too keen on the smell, but it is a great brightening serum.

• Two sample packets of the Resurfacing AHA Concentrate (0.7 oz) – This is the only negative to this kit for me, as I loved the concentrate more than the serum.  The Resurfacing AHA Concentrate is the only product besides the Glycol Lactic Renewal Mask that I would continue to purchase regularly.  It did phenomenal things for my skin with just the two applications provided.  My skin was clearer, brighter, and more refreshed.  I used this at night and then rinsed it off during the day, as it does feel a bit tacky when you apply it.  I can definitely say that I will buy the full size at some point.

The REN Rediscover Radiance Kit ($58) is a great way to kick-off your fall skincare regimen and a wonderful skin “pick me up” at any time of the year.