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X Out Review and a Proactiv Update – Actual Results

by Melissa

It has been over a year now since I wrote about my daughter’s experience with X Out. X Out is an acne product by the same makers of Proactive, and targets teens due to it’s simplicity of use (at least that’s my opinion). It is a one step acne treatment, so the process is less time consuming making it more likely that a teenager will stick with a routine.

Here’s Our Story

My daughter is 16 years old (15 when I wrote the original review), and has suffered with mild acne since she reached puberty at age 12.

The X-Out Review After One Year

I wanted to write a new review of X Out, as things have changed with how her skin was reacting to the product. It seemed like her acne was getting worse again, and trust me when I say that she is vigilant with her skin care routine.

She wears a little make-up, and this is only to cover up her acne. It upsets me like crazy, as she is such a beautiful young lady, and it hurts my heart knowing how much this bothers her.

A few months back, I started noticing her skin was flaring up again, and I asked if she had been washing consistently(which I pretty much knew she had), and she said yes. I asked her if she would be willing to give Proactiv another try, as I had ordered it for her at the early age of 12 or 13.

Are We Going Back to Proactiv?

Now that she is a bit older, I was confident that she would use the product as directed, all 3 steps, twice a day. She agreed.

recipt for ProactivSo I ordered it. You can see my receipt to the left, as I order almost everything from Amazon anymore. I don’t like ordering from Guthy Renker due to the auto-shipments, so I simply order what I need, when I need it from Amazon.

I always try to show you a receipt because there are so many people reviewing products that they have never even tried. So there you go!

One Month Review of Proactive vs our Original X Out Review

As you can see from the receipt we received the order at our home on February 14, 2017 (Happy Valentine’s Day). Since then, I have noticed a drastic change in her skin. I am not going to tell you that her face is completely clear, but I am going to say that her skin tone is different, and her skin is smoother with much less acne on her face.

There is no question in my mind that Proactive is to thank for this. I truly believe that regardless of what product you use, whether for acne or not, or what your age is, using a 3 step product vs. just 1 step is important.


How to Use Proactiv

She washes with the cleanser, then applies some toner to a cotton square, lets her skin dry, and finally applies the lotion.  I am so pleased with the results (she is too!) that I just placed another order. (Here is another screenshot of my receipt :))

does proactiv work

I might add that I am an Amazon Prime member, and will likely be forever. It is worth it’s weight in gold to me because of how often I order products on Amazon. Hey, I’m busy, so why not?

How to Avoid Proactiv’s Auto-Shipment Requirement

If you or someone close to you is struggling with acne, I highly recommend Proactive. But like me, order it from Amazon first (or forever), as if you order through Proactiv’s website, you are automatically signed up for the auto-shipments.

Amazon has an option for subscribing to the auto-renewal as well, so just make sure when you check out that you select “One Time Purchase” instead of “Subscribe & Save”.

Should Younger Teens and pre-teens Use Proactiv or Xout?

If you have a younger child suffering with acne (12-14), I would recommend starting with X Out. This will get them used to a daily cleansing routine, and then when you feel that they are responsible enough to do all 3 steps twice a day, then move on to the Proactive product.

I want to reinforce something that Proactive will tell you as well should your order the product. Skin treated with the product will be sensitive to UV rays, so always keep this in mind whether it be for this particular acne product, or any other that you may try.

If you are looking for a 3 step cleansing product that is not meant to treat acne, you can read about a product for us aging women that I am currently reviewing here. This review is not complete, as I have not yet had enough time to truly give an opinion, so stay tuned for my results.

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Best Root Concealer for Gray Hair

by Melissa

Suffering With Gray Hair? Me Too!

Let’s face it, we are all going to suffer from the plague of gray hair, some earlier than others, but the fact of the matter is, it’s a reality. I was blessed with my fathers genes when it comes to those blessed silver strands (but I also got his thick head of hair). I am not knocking gray hair for the population as a whole. I see women sporting silver strands that look absolutely fabulous, I am just not one of them. And men? In my opinion, men look so handsome with salt and pepper hair; just one more reason why men have it easy 

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Gray Away

4.5 out of 5 

  • 3 Shades
  • Self Adjusting Color
  • 40 Applications
  • ​100% Coverage
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Gray Away

4 out of 5 

  • ​8 Shades
  • ​Loreal Paris Color Match
  • ​100% Coverage
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So How Gray am I?

Honestly, I have no idea. What I do know is that about 5 weeks after my appointment at the salon, I begin to look 10 years older just from the gray roots that appear like clockwork.

I try not to go to the salon before 6 weeks. For one, it is down-right expensive, and for two, it makes me feel like I am giving my hair a break. I have been coloring and/or highlighting my hair for 20 years, and the older I get, the more brittle it becomes.

It’s almost funny some days when my hair is acting out, I look in the mirror and see one course hair sticking straight up from the top of my head. Ok, not so funny.

So, How Do I Cover My Gray Hair Between Salon Visits?

I have tried 2 different root concealers, and I will let you in on both of them, but there is one I prefer and I’ll explain why.

Why did I give Gray Away Root Concealer a better review?

Gray Away was the first product that I tried for concealing my roots. It matches my hair color exactly, and as long as it is applied as instructed, it is invisible to anyone regardless of how hard they may look. It dries better than Loreal’s Root Cover Up.

Loreal Root Concealer Is Runner Up

I bought the Loreal product one day when I was out shopping because the store I was in did not have Gray Away. It seems to be harder to find in stores these days.

​The Loreal root concealer matches my hair color, so that was not the problem. What I did not like was even hours later, if I ran my fingers through my hair, the dye would come off on my hands. It literally never fully dried.

For that reason, I would recommend Gray Away as the winner for the best root concealer.

There are many other products that are recommended for covering your roots. Here are a few more (disclaimer: we have only tried the ones reviewed in this post).

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The Absolute Best Drug Store Anti Aging Moisturizer

by Melissa

I have written about skin care products for, well, years. The first post I ever wrote on this blog was my skin care routine, as it was way back in 2014 (and for all of the years before). Sure, read it, maybe you’ll get a good laugh, or maybe you’ll realize that my writing skills have not improved in 5 years.

Anyway… In that post I spoke of the moisturizer I had been using for years by Olay. Sorry Olay, there’s another product line, and it is bringing home the bacon! If you are a bit younger, and are not yet worrying about finding the best products for aging skin, you should still be moisturizing, and Olay Regenerist is a great product if you fit that category. It’s a great product all around, but it’s not our topic today.

The Following are Not Drug Store Moisturizers, but Deserve a Mention

I have written reviews on so many moisturizers that it’s hard to remember. I wrote about Origins Ginzing energy boosting gel moisturizer, which by the way, I no longer use. Not because there is anything wrong with it, it’s just that I have found other anti-aging moisturizers over the years that have served me with better results.

I have also written many posts on Cindy Crawford’s Meaningful Beauty skin care system. You would have to read the posts to get my full view on this line because it’s not something that is summed up with a yay or nay, know what I mean?

Out with the old, and in with the new!

This Drug Store Anti Aging Moisturizer Was Actually Recommended to Me By My Daughter’s Dermatologist

If you have been to a dermatologist lately, you know that they are all about Neutrogena products! Not only are they #1 for my favorite face moisturizer, they also won in the category of the best drug store face wash, at least by my vote!

Before we dive in, let me remind you that I quit smoking last September, and this was the first step to my skin care cleanup if you will. Since quitting, I have noticed my face looks smoother, and I have less redness around my nose, which has been a constant for, well, it’s just been constant. I don’t know how else to explain it. With that said, my now daily urge to light up is not however responsible for firming and reducing the fine lines on my forehead and around my eyes.

I don’t believe that there is any product on the market, at least over the counter, that is going to completely remove all signs of aging. If you’re out there, please call me at 1-800-HERESMYCARDNUMBER!

What I do believe, and in fact know, is that using products with specific ingredients can and do help your skin when used daily or as directed.

What Is The Best Anti-Aging Moisturizer That You Can Find In Stores?

The product I am getting ready to unveil has been a part of my skin care routine for about 6 months now, and I use it every day like clockwork. Sometimes twice a day if I’ve not had more than a glass of wine in the evening and actually feel like washing and moisturizing my face. Hey, what can I say? I could say I’m perfect like all of the other beauty bloggers out there, but you and I both know I’d be lying!

It has definitely reduced the look of the lines on my forehead. In fact, that is what inspired me to write this post. I looked in the mirror the other day, and I was like,

who in the hell stole my forehead wrinkles?

I’m not exaggerating. They are literally almost gone. If I’m being completely transparent, they were not deep wrinkles to start, but they were there and it bothered me.

The second thing that I can report is that the moisturizer has helped with the sleep lines that I get on the side of my nose from sleeping on my face every night. For these two reasons, it’s a win.

So, what’s it called?

The Best Drug Store Moisturizer For Aging Skin Is…

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair. You can get it on Amazon for the best price compared to drug store prices, or, if you have a Sam’s Club membership, you can get a pack of two for an even better deal.


If you really want to step up your game, you can use other Neutrogena products along with the Rapid Wrinkle Repair moisturizer.

I will be writing a post soon about my “new” skin care routine. I mean, I guess it’s time to update my readers since I haven’t done so in nearly 5 years! For all you know, I’m still using Noxema!

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Meaningful Beauty Lifting Eye Cream Review

by Melissa

If you are expecting a review of Meaningful Beauty Lifting Eye Cream, you are going to get just that, but please read through the entire post as it may not be what you are expecting.

One Month In

About a month ago, I began using the entire Meaningful Beauty system (you can read the full review here). Included in my 7 Piece Kit was the Lifting Eye Cream which I was very excited about. I had been seeing the infomercials on television for over a year, and I finally jumped in and purchased.

I am beginning to get fine lines around my eyes that are more pronounced when I smile, and it really makes me self conscious, so needless to say, I was really hoping to reduce the appearance of these unsightly visitors.

How I Used the Lifting Eye Cream

I applied the eye cream religiously twice a day for nearly a month. Now, I am a realist, so I did not expect to look like I was 20 again, but I did expect some sign that the product was working.

Meaningful Beauty Lifting Eye Cream Results

Unfortunately, I did not take before and after photos, but I can say without a doubt that this product has done nothing to reduce the look of the “wrinkles” around my eyes. I plan to continue using the product on one eye, and have purchased a new eye cream that I am using on the other. I want to see if it will show anything different in month 2 compared to this new eye cream that I have read really great reviews about.

I am not prepared to share the new eye cream with you just yet, but stay tuned because I will be posting about it soon enough. You can sign up for my newsletter, and I will email you the minute I post a new review.

Conclusion and Meaningful Beauty Lifting Eye Cream Results

This blog is about honesty, and I always try to offer you the best advice on the beauty products that in my experience have worked, and even the ones that have not. In this case, my Meaningful Beauty Lifting Eye Cream review is one that I would not recommend you go out and purchase just yet. I am determined to find one that works so that you can enjoy the benefits without spending too much time, money and energy to find a good product.

If you’re interested in another beauty system that includes an eye cream, check out my Crepe Erase Review.

Until next time, stay happy, healthy and beautiful!

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The Best Full Coverage Drug Store Foundation

by Melissa

It is really hard to sift through all of the foundations available.

There are literally hundreds, if not thousands of different foundations to choose from, but who can afford to try them all? This is why we refer to online reviews to help us decide which ones are the best.

My favorite foundation to date is Bare Minerals foundation, but sometimes I feel like my face needs more coverage, especially my nose and inner cheeks, as they tend to have a little redness, and some days it does not want to cover.

I have always been picky about foundation. In fact, I used Clinique matte powder (click the link for my Clinique explanation) for years (and I mean years) until I finally grew out of breakouts. Looking back now, at least it was better than signs of aging. It made my face look great, and I would use it today if I did not have my Bare Minerals on hand.

So let’s move on to what I think is the best drug store foundation if you are looking for full coverage. It is actually a mousse type foundation, and I absolutely love how it makes my skin feel. I have never liked liquid foundation, so I have to look for products that have coverage but are not going to look “cakey” on my face.

So, What is The Best Drug Store Foundation?

Well, it turns out that Maybelline takes the crown for my favorite drug store foundation for medium to full coverage. It is called Dream Mousse Foundation, and is available in drug stores, and also on Amazon.

I just apply it with my fingers because I am “old school”, but some of you may have gotten the hang of the foundation sponges by now, so by all means, sponge away.

It literally glides on my skin, and I promise you that you could just put this foundation on and nothing else, and not one person would ever know that you are wearing any make up at all.

When I am wearing my full makeup face, and I decide to use my Dream Mousse foundation, I will still apply the Bare Minerals as well. It just gives my face that finished look.

There are 3 make up products that I could not live without:

  1. Foundation
  2. Eybrow Pencil
    • 1st Pick – IT Cosmetics Universal Brow Power
    • 2nd Pick – Same as above
    • 3rd Pick – Ok, you get it already
  3. Mascara
    • 1st Pick – Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
    • 2nd Pick – Maybelline Lash Sensational
    • 3rd Pick – I really don’t have a 3rd. I guess anything that is black and not waterproof

Now don’t get me wrong, I don’t look like I am ready to take a selfie when I only wear 3 products, but I do feel comfortable enough to run my errands without feeling the need to spend time that I may not have to apply make up.

If you are looking for an inexpensive full coverage foundation that is available at any drug or grocery store, Maybelline’s Dream Matte Mousse is a great pick!

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X-Out Reviews Vs. Proactiv | Mom and Daughter Tell All

by Melissa

 

Proactiv has been on the market since 1995, and is a world-wide brand marketed to acne sufferers. But what about X-Out? Where does that product fit into the picture?

I chose the image above because it speaks a thousand words to those who have suffered with acne.

UPDATED X OUT REVIEW: CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

Read on to find out how we rate Proactiv vs. X-Out.

Proactiv Reviews

Proactiv Review By Mom

I began using Proactiv in my twenties, as I had mild acne, but consistently mild. It seemed that I never had a day where my face was without a few pimples.

I used the product faithfully, all 3 steps, every day. At first, I used it once a day until my skin accepted the product, and then began using twice daily. The results were pretty good.  My face felt smoother than it had in years, and as long as I never skipped a day, my mild acne was for the most part, under control.

I was a sun worshiper, so if you too love to tan, be careful in the sun when using this product. If you know you are going to be out in the sun, avoid using the product until evening so you do not end up with a badly burned face.

As I got into my thirties, I finally felt like a “real” adult, and my face began clearing up on its own, so I stopped using Proactiv.

Proactiv Review By Daughter

When my daughter reached the age that her face began to break out, I ordered Proactiv for her.  At this young age (she was about 12), getting her to wash her face with a 3-step product twice a day was a little too much to ask of a pre-teen. Without using it faithfully as directed, her acne was not clearing up as I had hoped.

I took her to see a dermatologist, and he prescribed a cream for her face, but it was too strong for her young skin, and she had a constant burning sensation, along with a red face, so I had her stop using it.

X Out Reviews

My Daughter’s X Out Review

About a year ago, we discovered X-Out. All I can say is, her face has never been so clear. As with any medication or over-the-counter medication, it is important to use as directed, but as long as you do, you will see results.

She began using it every other day until we knew that it was not going to cause any redness or burning. Once she was on a daily routine, her skin was almost 100% clear.

She is not the sun-goddess that I was, but there are obviously days that she is in the sun, and the same applies as with the Proactiv. Avoid using the face wash before going into the sun for any length of time, and always use some form of sunscreen while in the sun.

Proactiv VS. X-Out

If X-Out had been around when I was in my twenties and suffering with my mild acne, I would have tried X-Out over Proactiv for the simple reason that it is so much easier than using a 3-step product twice a day. Call me lazy, but it does become a bit cumbersome.

With that said, I would recommend Proactiv for someone who is going to responsible with the product instructions and will use as directed.

Does X Out Really Work?

I would recommend anyone suffering from acne to try X-Out first and see how it works for you before going with Proactiv. I hope our X Out reviews have been helpful in giving you an idea of which product would be best for you.

Instead of making the commitment and subscribing to X-Out’s automatic supply option, I would recommend ordering just one bottle to test it out. It is well worth the small investment. Click here to order X-Out by the bottle on Amazon.

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Curology Review | Does It Get Rid of Redness and Clogged Pores

by Melissa

curology for clogged poresToday, I begin my Curology journey, and hopefully sooner rather than later, I will get the results that I’m after.

The majority of the Curology reviews I could find were for acne, and while I do not have perfect skin, I don’t really have “acne”.

That’s not to say that I did not suffer from it when I was younger, and it did leave me with some scarring, but I am now 45, so acne is no longer an issue.

Why am I Reviewing Curology?

I am determined to get rid of the redness and clogged pores that seem to be getting worse as I age.  With any luck, it will reduce the appearance of the scars as well.

I have always been faithful with my skincare routine, even when I was a teenager, so I guess I was just born with not-so-perfect skin.

As far as signs of aging go, I am really happy with the results I am getting from Crepe Erase. It has reduced the lines on my forehead, between my eyes, and also the side of my nose, and I just started using it in July of 2019. My face looks much smoother, but unfortunately, it did not get rid of my redness and clogged pores. Hence Curology!

At any rate, stay tuned, because I will be updating this post on my progress, and I am even going to show you before and after photos. Well, that’s if I get the nerve up to be that “raw” with my readers. I will let the results make that decision, but for now, I am on night one of my treatment plan.

Curology Day 1

It has been 24 hours since I applied Curology for the first time (Exact date I started was November 10, 2019). Obviously, I did not expect any results this soon, but considering that I have never used a prescription product on my face, I was concerned about redness, burning, etc.

I am happy to say that so far, I have had no side effects from using the product.

I will try to keep this post updated often, but will certainly report any changes, whether good or bad.

I will do a full review after using Curology for one month, so subscribe to my blog and be notified when updates occur.

Curology Day 5

For someone like me, (infatuated with details and somewhat of a perfectionist), I am not too happy with myself today. When you sign up for Curology, you get a treatment plan designed specifically for your skin type and problem areas.

The treatment is not just the product, it is the entire treatment plan, including:

When to apply Curology

    1. Cleanser (morning and evening)
    2. Curology Treatment (evening only for me)
    3. Sunscreen (morning)
    4. Moisturizer (evening)

How often to apply Curology Treatment

This is where things went wrong for me. Not terribly wrong, but proof that I should have read my treatment plan from A to Z. It specifically stated to begin gradually, and only apply the Curology cream M/W/F at the beginning, and then every other day after the 1st week (if my skin was tolerating it). Only once I am confident that my skin is tolerating it do I apply it every day.

Well… You can only guess what I have been doing for 5 days straight.

Yep, applying the Curology treatment every single night!

So when I washed with the cleanser this morning, I then put my sunscreen on AND IT BURNED LIKE HELL!

Only then did I go back and read my treatment plan to learn that I should have slowly introduced it to my skin.

I will give it a break for a couple of days and report back.

Morale of the story… ALWAYS READ THE DIRECTIONS!

Curology Day 10

I mentioned that on day 5, I discovered that I had been applying Curology incorrectly, at least for my specific treatment plan. I took 3 days off to let my face “cool down”. It never really looked red, but it did burn when I put my sunscreen on, so I decided to go ahead and skip a few days.

I have applied it for the past 2 nights, and I actually have something to report.

During those few days that I was not using it, something made my face break out on my right cheek. It was actually pretty strange for my skin. I do still get blackheads on my chin, and of course the clogged pores on and around my nose which was the reason I decided to try it to begin with, but for me to “break out”, I knew something was amiss.

My daughter reminded me that I was showing a comparison of 2 foundations, and one of them was old and I had never cleaned the pad that came with it. I truly believe now that it was the source for my breakout.

At any rate, after applying Curology again on the evening of day 8, I woke up the next morning and the breakout was almost non-existent.

I applied it again last night, November 19, 2019, and this was day 9 of my treatment, although I have only applied it 7 times.

I am going to use it again tonight, which will make it 3 nights in a row, and see how my skin feels in the morning. If I can continue to use it now without stinging, I will start applying it every day.

I’ll report back in a couple of days.

 

 

 

 

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Meaningful Beauty Review 2019 – An Inside Look

by Melissa

As you know, I love to review face products. Whether it be an anti-aging cream or my favorite make-up, it is my responsibility to my readers to give you the most honest reviews possible.

Today, I am going to be talking about Meaningful Beauty by Cindy Crawford. If you haven’t seen the TV ads, you must be skipping through commercials, because the marketing company for this product is none other than Guthy-Renker, the same company that markets the Proactive product line. I have no idea what they charge for advertising, but from the looks of things, you would have to be a celebrity (no pun intended) to afford their services.

Today’s post is just an introduction to my first impression of Meaningful Beauty. I will need some time to fully review the affects from using the product (if any), however, there is one product that proved a noticeable difference on day one. We’ll get to that in a minute.

meaningful beauty proof of purchase I always like to show proof of purchase whenever possible, so here is a screenshot of my purchase receipt so you can be assured that I am a real “reviewer”.

Unfortunately, the date is not present, but I ordered the product on March 3rd, and received it on March 7th.

Shipping Cost and Speed of Meaningful Beauty

I used the Free Option being advertised on television which gives you the choice of 3 different kits. We ordered one of the 7-piece kits, and it arrived 4 days after purchase. The link is www.meaningfulbeauty.com/free if you are interested in checking it out.

The shipping was Free, which is always a plus.

I Chose the 7-Piece Youth Enhancing System

Cindy Crawford Product LineThis kit includes:

  • Creme de Serum

  • Antioxidant Day Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 20

  • Skin Softening Cleanser

  • Ultra Lifting and Filling Treatment

  • Lifting Eye Cream – Advanced Formula

With the purchase of this kit, you are permitted 2 bonus items to make 7 pieces. For my bonus items, I chose:

  • Glowing Serum

  • Skin Softening Brush

The packaging was secure, and all items were wrapped in protective plastic. You also receive an instruction book, and a handy card explaining an “order” so-to-speak of how and when to apply the products (Day and Night Routine).

My initial review of my first order was great. However, when I logged into my profile on their website, it automatically adds you to a subscription service, which does not bother me at all. What does bother me is the cost of future shipments. I will do some research on this for future purchases if I decide I want to continue using the product, and as always, I will post my findings. I obviously cannot give a full review, as it has only been 4 days, but there was one product that stood out to me from the first use.

When to Apply Meaningful Beauty Glowing Serum

After I used the cleanser on day one, I applied the Glowing Serum before applying my make-up. My normal procedure after cleansing is to apply my favorite foundation primer made by Bare Minerals but I decided not to, and just used the glowing serum.

If you ever wondered how the celebrities (J Lo comes to mind) get that glow along their cheeks and above their eyebrows, I now know that it is some type of glowing serum. It made my face look 10 years younger, and I am not exaggerating.

If you are a regular reader, you know that I am 42 years old, and have a passion for staying young. With that said, I am trying to keep it that way, hence all of my reviews on face products.

Even if I decide not to continue receiving the 7 piece kit, I will definitely continue to use the Meaningful Beauty Glowing Serum! You can find it individually on Amazon here.

Stay tuned for our official Meaningful Beauty Review!

UPDATE: Check out my review of Meaningful Beauty after 1 month.

 

 

 

 

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My 2019 Official Crepe Erase Review With Proof of Purchase

by Melissa

Hello Be Electrifying Readers!

I have no idea where this past month went! Maybe I couldn’t find time to blog because I was too busy slathering on my Crepe Erase Body Repair Treatment.

Who knows? But here I am, alive and well, and still on my search for how to go back in time. OK, not really, but everyone knows that I am a self-proclaimed skin care connoisseur, and I am here now with my first review on Crepe Erase.

Why I Decided to Review Crepe Erase

First of all, let me just say that I love Jane Seymour, and I feel like she may be what sold me on the product. I was up one night flipping channels because I couldn’t sleep (what’s new?), and I found myself watching the infomercial about Crepe Erase. Low and behold, the next morning, I was ordering the product. Now, I’m not as gullible as some may think, so I was not sold on the fact that it worked, just sold on the fact that I wanted to try it out!

First things first… let’s just get it out of the way right now. As always, I try to include a receipt of some sort to show my readers that I am truly using the product, and that my review is legitimate. You can see my name at the bottom for even more proof that the receipt belongs to yours truly!

I know, it’s sad that I have to take the time to do that, but if you don’t know yet, there are thousands of bloggers out there reviewing products that they have never even tried. Even worse are the ones who have tried it, but may have only used it for 2 days so they automatically give it a thumbs down. Worse than that are the dozens of posts that I found claiming to be “Crepe Erase Reviews” when they never even laid hands on the product, but are relying on everyone else’s review. Dishonest!

my crepe erase receipt

You just can’t trust anyone these days! Well, there is my proof of purchase, so onward and upward!

Now, can we move on to my Crepe Erase Review, or should I continue going on and on about meaningless things? That’s what I though too. Let’s get on with it.

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The Advanced Deluxe Body, Face + Hand System Review

Here we go. Hopefully I can answer some of the questions you have and help you decide if Crepe Erase is worth your time and money, or if you should stay away from it.

Note** Since my initial Crepe Erase order, they have launched a new kit, which includes a few products that I do not currently have. Never fear, Melissa will take care of that…

DONE… see below image of screenshot. Unfortunately, you will have to wait a few months before I can review the additional products.

crepe erase customer serviceAs you can see from the chat, I will receive the Crepe Erase 5-Piece System in June, so I should be able to give you a review of the facial treatment products by mid-summer. Stay tuned for that.

Until then, I have decided to go back to Meaningful Beauty as I really need a “system” that will force me to take care of specific areas on my face rather than just dousing on my moisturizer every day. I’ll give an updated review on that soon! I will also be reviewing a product that I have been using for maybe a month or so and it has almost completely erased my forehead lines! You won’t want to miss that one.

UPDATE: Advanced 5-Piece Body + Face System is In My Possession!

Today is July 1st, 2019, and as promised by Crepe Erase customer service, my subscription choice was changed to include the face system products which consists of a scrub and a treatment.

My shipment arrived while I was on my fitness inspired vacation last week. I have not used it yet, as I am waiting until I return from Florida yet again. I am heading back down on the 4th of July, and will be returning on the 8th. The reason I am waiting is because I do not want to begin a stringent exfoliation process on my face just before going into the Florida sun.

Because of this, I stopped using my Crepe Erase Body products a week before I left this last time, and thank goodness I did because I don’t think my skin could have handled all of that at once! I will resume the body treatment when I return on the 8th as well.

 

The Crepe Erase Ordering Process

If you know me at all, you know that I love ordering products on Amazon. Well, this time, I did not use Amazon. Why? Well, I knew that this would be a product that my readers would want to know more about, and the only way to review it honestly and ethically would be to buy the entire kit from the Crepe Erase website so I could include the ordering process in my review.

The receipt that you see above was from my initial purchase of the Advanced 5-Piece Body & Face System. There is also an option to just purchase the Advanced 2-Piece Essentials system which includes the Body Smoothing Pre-Treatment and the Advanced Body Repair Treatment. Of course, like any other product marketed by Guthy Renker, you will be automatically enrolled in a subscription. I knew this going into it, and I decided it was worth the risk in order to try out the product, and provide my honest opinion about it for you.

I also received a free gift when I ordered, which as of the time of this writing is still available. The gift is the Eye-Renewal Capsules. I’ll review them as well!

Since my initial purchase, I have received a second shipment, which is a full supply that is supposed to last 90 days (that is what you see in the photo at the top of this post – cute basket and body brush not included). I just noticed that my eye capsules are not in the photo (I received them as a  free gift in my 2nd shipment too). Maybe I’ll snap a shot of them for you.

So the way the ordering process works is that you order the initial 30-day supply. 30 days later (unless you cancel), you will receive another shipment that is a 90-day supply. Should you continue with the product, you will receive a shipment every 90 days thereafter. The price is divided into 3 monthly payments, so you will be charged monthly for 1/3 of the cost of the 90 day supply for the system that you chose. Does that make sense? Let me go back and read that again… Ok, if you have any questions, as always, leave me a comment and I am happy to answer.

Can Crepe Erase Be Used On Face?

Like many others, I too wondered if Crepe Erase could be used on your face. I never found my answer until I discovered that Crepe Erase now offers a product line specifically formulated for your face.

Because this question was not answered by Crepe Erase or any other website reviewing the product line, I decided to that the answer is that Crepe Erase cannot be used on your face.

When I received my original order, it included the facial plumping treatment and the 4-in-1 eye capsules, but there wasn’t a product that you could use daily as a facial scrub or moisturizer… Until now.

As I mentioned above when I showed my chat exchange with a Crepe Erase representative, I will now be receiving the Refining Facial Scrub and the Restorative Facial Treatment products when I receive my next shipment in June.

You can bet that I will be reviewing how the new Crepe Erase products for your face work, or if they don’t work at all.

Can You Get Around the Crepe Erase Subscription?

I believe that many people are reluctant to try a product that comes with a subscription, so if you’re on of them, there is good news. You can now buy the Crepe Erase System on Amazon.

Just pay attention when you check out, and make sure that you select the “One Time Purchase” option, unless off course you want to go the subscription route.

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The Delivery and Packaging

There is only so much you can say about a product and how it is packaged and delivered. What I can tell you is that it actually surprised me how pretty it looked when I opened the box. It came in a white mesh bag (sorry, I had to take the products out so that you would be able to see them), and everything was neatly arranged inside. 5 Stars for the packaging.

While this does not really fit in the delivery category, I wasn’t sure where to add it, so it goes here…

Maybe I’m getting old, but for me, the print on the product labels was a little hard for me to read, but it was nothing compared to Cindy Crawford’s Meaningful Beauty line. It doesn’t take anything away from the review, just a little hard on my eyes. Maybe it’s time for some reading glasses?

What I Received In My 5-Piece Crepe Erase System?

  • Body Smoothing Pre-Treatment
  • Advanced Body Repair Treatment
  • Flaw Fix Eye Cream
  • Overnight Facial Plumping Treatment
  • Anti-Aging Hand Repair Treatment*

Now, if you were to order right now, you would receive the following if you select the 5 piece kit:

  • Body Smoothing Pre-Treatment
  • Advanced Body Repair Treatment
  • Restorative Facial Treatment *
  • Refining Facial Scrub *
  • Flaw Fix Eye Cream

The overnight facial plumping treatment and the anti-aging hand repair treatment is no longer available on their website. I can only assume that the facial treatment was replaced by the two products* that are now included in the new 5-piece kit, and the hand repair treatment* is really not necessary (although it makes my hands feel baby soft), as you could use the body repair treatment in it’s place. Just my 2-cents, but I will review them anyway in the event that you want to try them out if they are available to be purchased on Amazon (since they are not available at all on crepeerase.com.

How to Use the 2-Step advanced Body Treatment System

Body Smoothing Pre-Treatment

This is the first step of using the Crepe Erase system. I use it every day when I shower, just before my final rinse. I put a quarter size in my hand, and then I gently massage it on the areas that I want to cover. I focus on my knees, under my arms, and my neck/chest area. A little goes a long way, so make sure you are massaging it enough to where it creates a lather.

It is a gentle exfoliate that prepares your skin for what comes next.

Advanced Body Repair Treatment

I wasn’t sure what to think of this the first time I used it. It is really thick in the jar, so I didn’t know how much to use. I just get a little on my fingers, and massage it in an upward motion on the same areas that I use the pre-treatment on.

I have never had such an experience with a body cream or lotion as with the Crepe Erase body repair treatment. My skin is softer than it has been in 20 years, but that’s not all…

For the first time in the history of Be Electrifying’s existence, I wish I had a before and after picture.

Review of Crepe Erase On My Underarms

I have always had a very thin frame, but this does not mean that we don’t age. In fact, it may be the latter. At any rate, I began noticing a very slight crepiness (is that a word?) under my armpits (my husband says it’s all in my head, but they were there), which is why it is one of my focus areas for using this product. Since using Crepe Erase for over a month now, it is no longer visible. It literally repaired my skin. Now, I just have to get my hand-weights out and tone up my arms.

Review of Crepe Erase On My Legs

This is the part that I am so excited about. I mentioned that I was using the product on my knees, and that is because I had wrinkle-like lines around my knee caps. I guess it could be considered crepey skin, I don’t know, but what I do know is that I really studied my legs in the mirror yesterday for the first time in several weeks, and they are so much smoother, and many of those wrinkle-like lines are gone.

I just spent an hour on my phone trying to find a photo of my knees so I could actually show you the difference, but I have not had any luck yet. If I find one from the past year, I will definitely update this post because for all of the money I have spent reviewing different beauty products, Crepe Erase should plan on just shipping me my product every 90 days and charging my credit card, no questions asked.

What I will do is take a current photo now so that I will be able to show you an update in 30 days. There are still lines that need repaired, and hopefully, time will be my friend.

This has me so excited to try out the facial products that I will be receiving in June (as mentioned above, they are now included in the new 5 piece system, which is why I contacted customer service and asked to change my membership plan).

Anything that works in 30 days has my 5-star vote all day long.

You could stop here and simply order the Advanced 2-Step Essentials System, because they are the only 2 products responsible for my renewed skin on my arms and legs, or you could keep reading to see what else Crepe Erase has in store for you. You decide.

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The Crepe Erase 5 Piece System Review

Flaw Fix Eye Cream

I use the Flaw Fix eye cream every day after I shower and before I apply my make-up. It is so smooth and creamy that you will want to put it all over your face. I actually do use what’s left on my fingers and massage it into my forehead and between my brows. If it’s light enough for my eyes, it’s certainly light enough for my forehead!

The only way I can explain this product to you is to say that when you apply it, you can literally watch your eyes get brighter. It reduces any puffiness that you may have woken up to, and is now an integral part of my morning beauty routine.

I actually thought to myself that had I been able to get my hands on Crepe Erase five years ago, Be Electrifying may have never been born! Initially it was designed for the skin on your body, but now that they have introduced the products for your face, it may be the end all be all!

Crepe Erase Flaw Fix Eye Cream Review

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Overnight Facial Plumping Treatment

This is where my secrets have to come out. I am terrible about washing my face and moisturizing it every night. I’m lucky if I do it twice a week. So this is my promise to you:

I pledge to wash my face and apply the overnight facial plumping treatment at least 5 nights per week for the next 30 days. There, I now have someone (at least I hope, is there anyone out there reading this?) that I have to hold myself accountable to, so if I don’t update this post by this time next month, you will know that I did not hold up my end of the bargain.

I have used it several times, and it does feel different than most of your nightly moisturizers, as it too is thicker, but I have not used it enough to review it.

Crepe Erase Overnight Facial Plumping Treatment Review

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Anti-Aging Hand Repair Treatment

I do use this every single day after I complete my body repair treatment application. It makes my hands extremely soft and smooth, and almost gives them a glimmer of hope that I will not have a 90-year old’s hands by the time I’m 45.

Say a prayer for me please.

Remember, this is the product that is no longer included in the 5 piece system, so in it’s place, I would recommend applying the body repair treatment every day. I can almost guarantee you will see a difference.

It is still available on Amazon if you hurry!

Crepe Erase Hand Repair Treatment Review 2019

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4-In-1 Eye Renewal Capsules

Last but not least, the bonus gift; the 4-In-1 Eye Renewal Capsules. I have used these the same amount of times that I have used the overnight plumping treatment, so I cannot say that they do or do not improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes, but I will pledge to do the same with these as with the plumping treatment. Give me 30 days to give you an honest review.

Here is what I know… They have the silkiest feeling of anything I have ever put on my face. The capsules look small, but there is enough product in there for both eyes and then some. Before I purchased the initial system, I read reviews, and I found one from a lady saying that there was not enough for both eyes. Huh? I have no idea what she was doing, or how large her eyes are, but there is absolutely no reason that one capsule should not be sufficient to cover the entire area around both eyes.

The capsules are formulated to be used at night, so I would not attempt to use them before applying makeup.

Crepe Erase 4 in 1 eye renewal capsules review

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My Final Crepe Erase Review

This is one of those products that make me very happy that I review beauty products. If I did not have this blog, I may have never given Crepe Erase a shot due to some of the reviews from people claiming that it’s a scam. It is far from a scam, and frankly, they’re only scamming themselves if they think that ANY product on the market is going to make them look 25 years younger.

As we age, we have to be real with ourselves and take into consideration that lotions and potions can only do so much. We still have to take care of ourselves with SPF, our diet, how much water we drink, exercise, smoking, drinking, and everything else that can take a toll on our skin. Not to mention that I am “only” 44, but I have taken care of my skin since my teens. If I were 65, I may not be getting the visible results that I am getting right now, at least not as fast.

The Woman With the Before and After Photo

One of the “actual reviews” that I read was a woman who had a before and after photo of her face, and in the first photo her neck was straight, and the second photo she had her face turned up which stretched her neck. Now she was not claiming that it worked, but actually claimed the latter. After reading through the entire post I came to realize that she was actually angry about the payment plan, and went on to talk about how she did not know that she would continue to be billed. While that may be true, it takes away from the legitimacy of the review itself, at least in my opinion.

With that said, I would never steer my readers the wrong way intentionally, and if I find a product that does absolutely nothing, I will be the first to tell you about it. In fact, stay tuned, because I will be doing just that very soon so sign up for my email list so that you will be one of the first to find out what product I tried recently, and how it went.

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My Home Smells Like Abercrombie & Fitch and I Love It

by Melissa

There is something to be said about burning candles, and if I must admit it, I am addicted to burning candles. I love everything about them. Not only do they smell fantastic when you walk in the door, they look so charming when lit in the evenings.

Like many other things in my life, I like what I like, so many times I will not stray from my favorites.

The Perfect Gift For Me – A Candle That Smells Like Abercrombie

This past Christmas, my daughter’s boyfriend gave me a gift basket, and included in this basket was a 3-wick candle called Mahogany Teakwood High Intensity.  He was looking for gifts for hard to buy for females, and he was right on target!

I was reluctant to burn it for the simple fact that it was so far away from the scents that I am used to.

My Mahogany Teakwood Review

I knew he was coming over, so I decided to light it a few hours before. After it was burning for a while, my husband came home from work, and as soon as he walked in the door he said “that is the best smelling candle you’ve ever bought”. How about that? All of the money I spend on candles, and the one I received as a gift is my husbands favorite.

It’s Exactly What the Abercrombie Store Smells Like

It’s like walking into Abercrombie & Fitch. You can light just this candle, and it will make your whole house smell wonderful.

It Has an Expensive Look to It

Aside from my candle addiction, I also love a clean look to my home decor, and the color and design of this candle looks somewhat expensive, not like some of the cheaper candles that you may purchase at Walmart.

So, here it is the end of January, and I am onto my 3rd Mahogany Teakwood candle. I have one left, so I guess it’s time to order a new supply. I work from home, so my candles are burning all day long. If you are only burning candles for a few hours a day, one candle should last you a few weeks or longer.

The burn time is approximately 25-45 hours, and don’t forget to trim your wicks before every burn.

If you are interested in a candle that smells like Abercrombie, you can buy it on Amazon here.

 

 

 

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