Type Of Skin: 
Dry Skin, Combination Skin, Normal Skin

What It Claims:
Phytomer Hydrasea Thirst-Relief Rehydrating Mask is the key to nourishing your skin with the ultimate hydration. Uniquely designed to deliver professional-grade ingredients with short- and long-term benefits in mind, you can feel your complexion tighten and plump in nearly an instant. 

By deeply replenishing moisture into parched, thirsty skin, its creamy yet lightweight formula feeds your complexion the ultimate nourishment. Paying focus to nature-based ingredients and harvesting their moisturizing benefits, its powerful blend of algae extract, antioxidants and amino acids act as the natural hydrators your skin needs. The result: a youthfully radiant appearance.

My Verdict: 
As I've said before I'm a fan of a couple of Phytomer products including their makeup remover and night cream, however I am not such a fan of this Hydrasea Mask. Let's talk about the positives, because there definitely are some: It smells gorgeous, feels lovely on the skin and feels super moisturising whilst its on. However, when you remove it, the skin does not feel as moisturised as I expected. Perhaps it's because the air here in LA is extremely dry or because my skin is just severely dehydrated, but isn't that the reason I'm using this type of product? Anyway, It doesn't break the bank like some other products I've tried in the past, so I'm not that upset about this, however its not particularly wonderful either so it's a shame. I think I'll keep looking for the right one for my skin. 

​I probably won't buy this again as it didn't provide sufficient hydration!

Photograph: Alexandra Black

Type Of Skin: 
Oily Skin, Dry Skin, Combination Skin, Normal Skin, Mature Skin.
Pretty much everything!

What It Claims:
Phytomer Vegetal Exfoliant gently scrubs away dead skin cells to reveal a revitalized texture and luminous, youthful skin. Evening out your complexion for effortless makeup application, this exfoliant uses natural enzymes to encourage cell turnover without scrubbing or irritating your skin.
The velvety vegetable-based formula also contains vitamin E to neutralize damaging free radicals. Perfect even for rosacea and sensitive skin types, the exfoliant erases the dullness that may hamper your glow to reveal lustrous, smooth skin. Enjoy the spa experience from home and get your best skin yet.

My Verdict: 
I have been chasing the effect I used to get from this Apple Cleanser by Juice Beauty, which they used to make back in 2008. I would leave it on my face in the shower whilst I was washing my body, and when I came out of the shower, (having rinsed my face by this point) was pleased to see "brand new baby skin" glimmering back at me in the mirror, every-single-time. Unfortunately for me, Juice Beauty decided to either discontinue their product or change the formula (I can't remember now) because people were complaining about the very thing I loved about it - can't please us all, so I moved on. 

Because of this I think I expect every "Peel" to leave my skin slightly pink (if not red), with plenty of blood rushing through my face to give my skin the "life" it is craving. I also expect the skin to feel smooth, nourished and glowy (almost shiny... ok, shiny!). However, there are very few peels (so I've found) that do this. I think Eminence is the only Enzyme Peel that does this but I get itching to try new products, so I've yet to find another that ticks all my boxes. This peel definitely doesn't give me the results I'm looking for, so my quest continues. Maybe I'll just have to accept that Eminence is the one for me.

​Can't say I'll be buying this again. Sorry Phytomer!

Photograph: Alexandra Black

1. Moroccan Rose Otto Ultra-Moisture Body Oil by REN Clean Skincare.
2. Rose Lip Polish​ by FRENCH GIRL.
3. Wild Rose Creamy Body Wash by WELEDA.
4. Rosee Visage Toning Cleansing Lotion by PHYTOMER.  
5. Coco Rose Coconut Oil Lip Conditioner by Herbivore Botanicals.​

Oh Rose! I love you so...
Roses remind me of my English Grandmother, of her beautiful rose garden, and of everything pure and English. She also had the most perfect skin, white like china, blemish free and barely any wrinkles despite her years. To top it off, her name was Rosamund (world of Roses), so how could I not fall in love with this magical, powerful flower. In honour of her and my favourite botanical, I created this post, with some of my most favoured Rose products. I haven't listed them all, but have selected a fair few for you to try out. Let me know your thoughts. As always, when possible, my selections are natural and toxic free.

REN's Moroccan Rose Otto Ultra-Moisture Body Oil is one of the most pure and luxurious oils I have had the good fortune of trying, a real treat that actually works. I apply it onto humid skin, straight after my shower and it leaves me feeling itch-free and leaves a light lingering scent, which brings me nothing but pleasure.

Rose Lip Polish by FRENCH GIRL. This is a little treat, that works particularly well during weather changes, be it winter or summer. Chapped lips are unsightly and a gentle little scrub with this polish, will leave your lips smooth and moisturised. The scent is divine too. You Pampered lips will appreciate this and so will your kissing partner.

Rose Creamy Wash by WELEDA is Nourishing, pampering and harmonising. Velvety soft rose petals on your skin will feel like the ultimate luxurious experience, without the hefty price. Deepy nourishing Rosehip, which is know of its essential lipids and vitamins plus the essential oil from Damask Rose Petals will leave you feeling glorious. Don't take my word for it, indulge and try for yourself.

​Rosee Visage Toner by PHYTOMER is my ultimate toning lotion for removing makeup. It works beautifully, smells amazing and just always works. I've been using this for years, and no matter what I try, I always return to this. Definitely one of my top 10 beauty products!

The HERBIVORE BOTANICALS Coco Rose Lip Conditioner is simple, sweet and just yummy. I keep this one in the car, on hand, and obsessively just apply and apply all day long. Thankfully it is natural, so I don't think over-doing it can be bad for you. Ticks the clean beauty box and the purse box too, which is always a plus!


Collage by Alexandra Black

Peeling Végétal - Vegetable Exfoliant by PHYTOMER

Type Of Skin: 
Oily Skin, Dry Skin, Combination Skin,Normal Skin, Mature Skin

What It Claims:
Phytomer Vegetal Exfoliant gently scrubs away dead skin cells to reveal a revitalized texture and luminous, youthful skin. Evening out your complexion for effortless makeup application, this exfoliant uses natural enzymes to encourage cell turnover without scrubbing or irritating your skin.

My Verdict: 
I have had this for about a year now, and the first few times I used it were unimpressive, so much so I forgot to use it again for a few months and purchased another enzyme peel (more of that in a dedicated post). Don't get me wrong, I love numerous PHYTOMER products including their Rosee Toning Cleansing Lotion and Night Recharge Youth Enhancing Cream, but the Peel just didn't do it for me. I like to see immediate results, i.e. red flush,  shiny glow, smooth skin, seemingly shrunken pores, but the Vegetable Exfoliant provided none of those. Such as shame, cause I wanted to love it. I still haven't found an exfoliant that I love, but the next product I am going to try is the fully natural Yam and Pumpkin Enzyme Peel by Eminence. 

​I will not be purchasing this again as it unfortunately didn't give me the results
I was hoping for, however I don't completely dislike the product and would suggest that
​those with sensitive skin give it a try!

Photograph: Stock | Collage: Alexandra Black