Written and Photographed by Alison Engstrom
A Special Section
CLEAN BEAUTY
When it comes to “clean” beauty, it can be difficult to navigate the sometimes confusing sea of products currently on the market. ROSE & IVY takes the guesswork out of understanding what is clean and what isn’t by applying three simple criteria (see chart below) to everything from serums, creams, makeup and even fragrance. In this extensive review, we’ve compiled a list of products that not only deliver results but are experiences unto themselves — some will make you feel like you’ve just spent a day at the spa, others will transport you to the soothing tranquility of nature.
EYES
The most delicate area of your body is the skin underneath your eyes, so give it some extra TLC with these gentle and soothing products. K AHINA GIVING BEAUT Y EYE CREAM
Available at thedetoxmarket.com
This ultra-light lotion, which creates a refreshing sensation when applied under the eyes, combats dark circles and fine lines with healthy ingredients like green and white tea, plus essential fatty acids from argan oil. Why We Love It Some under eye creams can be too rich for everyday use, but this one is ideal for applying under your concealer since it quickly penetrates into the skin. ELIZ ABETH DEHN FOR ONE LOVE ORGANICS VITAMIN E EYE BALM
Available at birchbox.com
Rose & Ivy CLE AN BE AUT Y ETHOS ABSOLUTELY ZERO
Animal Testing Sulfates, Phthalates, Silicone, Parabens, Petrolatum, BHA/BHT, Propylene Glycol or Butylene Glycol Synthetic Fragrances Artificial Dyes
This super-luxe balm virtually melts into the skin. Vitamin E and shea butter provide lasting hydration while simultaneously smoothing and firming the area. Why We Love It Unlike most balm formulas, this one doesn’t just sit on top of the skin, and we love how moisturizing it is, so don’t waste a drop — apply any leftover balm on your fingertips to your cuticles to soften and condition.
WHERE POSSIBLE
TRUE BOTANICALS DEEP REPAIR EYE SERUM
Sustainably Harvested Ingredients Wild-crafted Ingredients Organic Ingredients Non-GMO Vegan Ecocert
Available at barneys
EVEN BET TER
Philanthropic
Applying an oil under the eyes is a relatively new idea in skincare, but we are already madly in love with this luxurious formula infused with a potent cocktail of skin-renewing ingredients like blackberry seed oil, which contains a mega-dose of vitamin C, and tuberose stem cells to promote radiance and firming. Why We Love It After a few days of use, the skin around our eyes looked less tired and more refreshed. IMMUNICOLOGIE INTENSE EYE CREAM
Available at immunocologie.com
If stubborn dark circles under the eyes are your main grievance, then try this thick cream formulated with Lannea Microcarpa Fruit Extract. It aids in reducing the size of enlarged capillaries, fading dark circles. Why We Love It After a week of solid use, our dark circles were much less noticeable — and we were on deadline during testing, so these results speak volumes.
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