Arcaya Dermapur Serum & Hyaluron Ampoules

I am one of those people, who no matter how much I love being pampered at a beauty center, I don't do it that often. I have always tried to find quality skincare products to cover this and believe me Arcaya can surely substitute for your missed spa facial treatments! 

Their Dermapur Serum, provides a deep cleansing and purification thanks to its unique biological enzymes. I have been using it for about a month now and I can definitely claim that it does work! I have been suffering from blocked pores and black pimples pretty much all over my life and it's the first time I have seen them diminishing.

I use it 3-4 times a week on a clean and dry skin. I apply the content of one pipette mostly on my T-zone and massage it gently, avoiding the eye area. (If you have an oily skin you may use 2-3 pipettes).  I leave for 5-10 minutes (sometimes more doing housework) and then wash it away without rubbing my face. My pharmacist told me that I might get some tingling but I've never felt it. The amazing part is that the pore contents get flushed out and your skin is super clean and ready to absorb your serum and cream. The whole experience is incredible, you get the feeling of a professional deep enzyme cleansing in the comfort of your own home with amazing results, in less time and at a very good price! So, it's undeniably a win-win! 

I purchased the Dermapur Serum in a limited edition promotion package with a kit of 5 different Ampoules 2ml each and a €5 off coupon for my next purchase. The kit contains a Crystal ampoule for a firming effect that can immediately erase sings of aging, a Caviar ampoule for demanding and mature skin, an Hyaluron ampoule for deep hydration, a Quick Lift ampoule for immediately visible and tangible lifting of the facial contours and a Multi-Vitamin ampoule for intensive immune protection of the skin. 
(In the photo down below the Caviar ampoule is missing.)

I immediately tried the Hyaluron ampoule since my skin was quite dehydrated from the harsh weather conditions, and was in need for something drastic. I use it everyday and apply it like a serum before my moisturiser. It claims to store moisture and prevent loss of fluide, which enables rapid and sustained firming of the skin and optically "fill in" wrinkles and lines for immediately visible success. At first I was disappointed as I didn't quite feel my skin hydrated. I thought after applying it I would have a sense of freshness and moist on my skin. However after a few days my skin looked brighter, smoother and plumped up. After using the samples I purchased the Hyaluron ampoules and it has become a must-have in my daily beauty ritual. 

You can find the Arcaya products in Greece distributed by Neobeauty Cosmetics in selected pharmacies at a very good price. The Dermapur Serum costs about €20 (try to find the promotion kit to get the €5 off your next purchase!) and the Hyaluron ampoules about €28. 

I can't wait to read your comments on these amazing products!

Apivita Natural Serums - A must have!

Apivita Natural Serums - A must have!

Well, I have these beauties in my hands for some time now but I really want to try skincare products at least a couple of months before I review them. I bought them in sets of two at a very good price. 

I used only three of them since I feel my face is not in need of a firming effect yet, so I gave the brown bottle (lifting serum with royal jelly and vitamin A) to my mother. For the last couple of months I have been using the green one (radiance) in the mornings just before my moisturizer, the blue one (hydration) at nights before my night cream and the red one (line reducer) twice a day on my eyes and a couple of fine expression lines. 

My verdict? LOVE LOVE LOVE! Where should I start? From the packaging that gives you the feeling of a very luxurious product before you even open it? From the fact that they're so lightly fragrant, all three of them smell so fresh (my favourite is the green one!). From the texture which feels so soft on the skin? Apivita has produced miracles in a bottle! 

The one in the green bottle is a natural serum for radiance with bilberry, vitamin C and consists of 96% natural ingredients. It reduces any discolorations, brightens and improves the overall homogeneity of your skin. It also provides the skin with powerful antioxidant protection and maintains the vitality of the cells. It is my favourite since my skin feels and looks so healthy and fresh every time I wear it! Secret tip? Mix 1-2 drops with your foundation before you apply it for a more luminous and dewy effect! 

The natural serum in the blue bottle is for hydration, with aloe and hyaluronic acid. With 98% natural ingredients in its consistency, it hydrates your skin in depth in all layers. It promises to immediately increase the moisture on the skin up to 63% and maintain the hydration for 24 hrs. In my case however, I feel that I needed to re-apply a few drops in the morning after my cleansing routine, especially on those really cold days. 

The red bottle is a line reducer that offers anti-wrinkle protection thanks to resveratrol, vitamin E and 94% natural ingredients. It enhances the youthfulness of the skin, offers antioxidant protection and reduces the depth of the wrinkles. Having sensitive skin and some fine lines from the contractions of muscles, I feel this serum activated all the mechanisms towards a more rejuvenated appearance. 

A considerable advantage is that all Apivita's natural serums are free of parabens, silicons, propylene glycol, mineral oils, phthalates and are dermatologically tested. 

Overall, I believe Apivita's natural serums helped my skin stay healthy after the excessive sun exposure, the poor nutrition, the high stress levels I have been experiencing lately and the harsh weather conditions during the cold winter months. So it's a major YES from me!

Have you tried any of them?