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Foreo Luna Review

I wrote about FOREO bringing their revolutionary facial cleansing devices to our shores last October (read about it HERE). From the first time I spotted this beauty tool on YouTube I was intrigued. It looks completely different to all the other facial cleansers I’ve seen.

Here is a little teaser that FOREO posted on Youtube which also gives you an idea on how it’s used:

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The Foreo Luna makes use of T-Sonic™ Technology whereby up to 8000 pulsations per minute are channelled through the silicone touch-points. These pulsations are said to remove dead skin, unclog pores of 99.5% of dirt and oil and remove 98.5% of make-up residue. The Luna also sports an anti-ageing mode whereby lower-frequency pulsations are directed through the concentric silicone waves on the reverse side of the brush onto wrinkle-prone areas which assists in smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

The verdict

At first I really thought that this device was going to be way too gentle and that it would not do much, but it really took my cleansing routine to a new level. My skin feels soft and smooth and looks clean and clear after every use. I use it every day and my skin appreciates the deep cleanse even on the most sensitive of days.

The Foreo Luna fits comfortably in my hand and is an absolute pleasure to use. It felt a bit strange when I used it around my nose for the first time as the pulsations were a bit strong (it tickled and made me want to sneeze), but with the Luna you can set the pulsations to different speeds so I just dialled it down a notch. I love that you aren’t just stuck with just an on-and-off option. The Foreo Luna also has a built-in timer to guide you during the cleansing and anti-ageing mode.

I was a bit stressed at first about using this expensive device in the shower but it has proven to be 100% waterproof.

One of my favourite features of this product is the fact that you can get up to 450 uses per full charge. I have only charged it once since receiving it 3 months ago and I have not noticed any change in the effectiveness of the device. That is one hell of a pro.

Another huge selling point is the fact that you don’t need to replace any parts… no replacement heads! If you look after your device it will literally last you a lifetime.

FOREO’s LUNA™ skincare range (which includes the LUNA™, the LUNA™ Mini and LUNA™ for Men) is available online from Zando. The LUNA™ retails for R2 790.

Yes, the FOREO LUNA is expensive, but if you take all of the above into account, I can’t see any reason not to invest. And this is an investment… an investment in yourself and your skin. If you do one thing for yourself this year, I highly recommend that you get yourself a FOREO LUNA™. Valentine’s Day is around the corner ;)

xoxo

 

*Disclaimer: This product was sent to me for review purposes. I have not received compensation for this post and the opinions on the product are my own.

 

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2014: The Year of Oils

I have always been quite fond of beauty oils, but they have never really formed a big part of my beauty regimen. Last year changed that. 2014 saw amazing skin and hair oil launches and I also had the opportunity to try products that have been around for a while. I have fallen in love with so many oils that it is quite difficult to choose a clear favourite in each category so I decided to give you a round up of products that I highly recommend you give a try.

Essential-Oils

 

FACE

In the past I have been weary of facial oils as I was always worried that they would cause more oiliness and congestion, but I quickly learnt that it is not the case. Facial oils work wonders for my skin especially during the winter months as my skin can become very dull and even flaky. Change of season is particularly harsh on my skin and oils have proved to be lifesavers. Winners include Lipidol Overnight Face Oil, L’Oreal’s Age Perfect Extraordinary Oil and Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse (and yes… this oil is as good as they say). An oil that deserves a very special mention is Naturals Beauty’s Sweet Orange Wrinkle Banisher. This oil takes top spot on days that my skin is very sensitive. It is amazing and I will be making sure that I have enough of this beaut in my stash when winter comes a knockin’. This is most definitely one of my best beauty buys of 2014.

I also tried a couple oil cleansers and two really stood out: Dermalogica’s PreCleanse and Lipidol’s Cleansing Face Oil. You will note in my review of the Lipidol Cleansing Face Oil that I liked it as a pre-cleanser, but I don’t use it just for removing make-up anymore. It has proven to be a perfect morning cleanser and it works beautifully as a second cleanse. It has been a godsend on sensitive skin days and this product will be repurchased again and again.

BODY

My skin is very dry and body oils work the best to combat scaly, dull skin. Favourites of 2014 include Lipidol’s After Shower Oil and the REN Moroccan Rose Otto Ultra-Moisture Body Oil. I have recently discovered Nivea’s Firming Body Oil and I adore it! It is light, absorbs very well and does not aggravate my eczema-prone skin. It is true love, people. Well worth a go. Yet another Lipidol product that deserves 5 stars is the Lipidol Sunscreen Oil. It feels like the After Shower Oil but with an added SPF… need I say more? One of my best beauty discoveries of all time is the TanOrganic Self Tanning Oil. I am allergic to the chemicals in self-tanning products, but this organic self-tanner gives my a gorgeous tan with no negative reaction. Read my full review HERE.

HAIR

I don’t think a day has gone by that I have not used a hair oil since discovering what a major difference it has made to the condition, look and feel of my dry, chemically treated hair. To treat my hair I love to use Africa Organics Hair Treatment Oil (I love their hair care products) or good old organic coconut oil. To treat and style, INOAR Extreme Premium Oil and Moroccanoil can’t be beat. My full Moroccanoil review is on it’s way. I now understand why the brand has such a cult following. Great budget-friendly options include Dark and Lovely Amla Legend Oil and OGX Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco (available at Foschini).

xoxo