Scrub Away the Mondays...AVEENO Positively Ageless Resurfacing Scrub

As I've posted in the past, I love DIY spa days. One of my favorite parts of that process is the facial scrub. And just so happens, I'd been contemplating starting a new series on facial scrubs-Scrub Away the Mondays.  There is currently, several facial scrubs already in my stash that I am planning to review. However, just today, I received a package from a brand of which I have used for years. Today, I would like to share with you a fairly new product, AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® Resurfacing Scrub. 

During my earlier years, I most often turned to the Aveeno Clear Complexion collection whenever I experienced breakouts.  I still keep a bottle of the Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer at hand just in case. Over the past few years, I have started seeing those nasty little signs of aging, so I amped up my anti-aging game.  I have been given the opportunity to try some of the products from  AVEENO'S POSITIVELY AGELESS®  collection. This collection is made up of several anti-aging products, that claim to help preserve each individual's skin to help reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, and to help correct the look of discolorations.  As I am in my mid-40s, this is just what I need. LOL!

The AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® Resurfacing Scrub is a gentle, oil-free, allergy tested scrub. Most of us have tried those scrubs that felt like sandpaper on our skin.  This is probably the most gentle scrub I have come across yet. At first touch, I was suspect; the microbeads are almost non-detectable, but after massaging in circular motions, I felt the very fine, microbeads. Not the abrasive granules, so many scrubs & exfoliators contain.  This non-comedogenic (non-pore blocking) formula is definitely gentle enough for daily use.

Another benefit of AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® Resurfacing Scrub is that is contains Vitamin C. Vitamin C is increasingly being found in more skin care products. It is an antioxidant that has shown to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

The AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® Resurfacing Scrub also features their Natural Shiitake Complex Technology. "The AVEENO® Brand has captured the beauty-enhancing benefits of this natural antioxidant, within the ACTIVE NATURALS® Natural Shiitake Complex which works with the skin's own natural renewal process to help deliver a broad-spectrum of benefits."

My experiences:

I have maturing, combination-oily skin. My skin texture issues are rough patches on my cheeks, chin and on my nose.  I used this product as directed, applying it to moistened skin and massaged in circular motions.  Afterward, my skin was smooth, and soft, including what were my rough patches. I absolutely love the scent, it's not overpowering or irritating. Also, it didn't leave any residual feel. So the question is would I recommend this product to anyone and would I purchase it for myself? Yes. 

I received several other products from this line and can't wait to share them with you. So if you're experiencing those first signs of aging, please give the AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® collection a try.

AVEENO POSITIVELY AGELESS® Resurfacing Scrub Summary: 

• Suggested Retail Price: $8.99-9.99
• Size: Net Wt. 5oz (141 g)
• Available at National food, drug, and mass merchandisers

Grace, Peace, & Blessings.

* These sample products were sent to me for review consideration by the PR department of the Manufacturer. These however, are my honest opinions. I am not employed by nor was I paid by this company.

These are a few of my favorite things, this week...

Julie Andrews is not the only one that can claim a few of her favorite things. I am thinking that from time-to-time I will post about some of my favorite beauty products. These are items that I either consider my holy grail items or are products i've recently come across and am currently loving. I will be listing items from Hair Care, Skin Care, Bath & Body, Make-Up and of course Nail Care. I hope that my experiences with these items will be able to help someone...As my blog title touts, For Me, It Works.

Category: Hair - Proclaim Intense Hydrating Masque
About 20 months ago, I started on a healthy hair journey. Since then I have experimented with a ton of products to help me along my journey. In that time, my hair has grown from ear length to just above arm pit length. One step in my regimen is moisture deep conditioning on dry hair. Argan Oil is one of my absolute favorite oils. I recently came across Proclaim Intense Hydraying Masques with Argan Oil at Sally Beauty. So I did a dry hair deep conditioning session. I applied to my hair, wrapped it in a plastic shopping bag (my help to recycle, LOL!) and sat under my heat cap for about 30 minutes. This can also be done without the heat, just extend the length of time you allow it to sit on your hair. I then followed up with my normal wash day process and my hair came out uber soft. I am loving this product and look forward to try the other products in the line (shampoo, conditioner, & argan oil treatment) 

Stats: African-American, with relaxed hair, stretches my retouches to about 10-12 weeks. Avoids products with mineral oil, and petroleum.

Category: Nail Care - Blue Cross Cuticle Remover
Many nail bloggers, Make-Up Alley participants, and Nail Twitters, have been talking about Blue Cross Cuticle Remover for some time now. Pros: It works! You get 16 ounces for $5.99. It's readily available at Sally Beauty. Cons: Watery so application can get tricky. I use a cotton swab.

Category: Make-Up - Sephora "Tricks of the Trade" Anti-Shine Primer
I have tried a few facial primers over the past few years. I am currently using and am liking Sephora "Trick of the Trade" Anti-Shine Primer. The fact that I have repurchased this product, this tells me that I like it. I don't use foundation but this products adds a matte finish to my make-up. It lasts a good 6-8 hours. I have been trying several of the Sephora Brand products and must admit, I have liked what I have tried thus far.

Category: Skin Care - Aveeno Clear Complextion Moisturizer
My facial skin is not sensitive and is fairly durable so there aren't many products that causes an adverse reaction to my skin.  But because I have had allergic reactions to heavily perfumed products, I tend to stick with a very short list of products. One of the facial moisturizers that I come back to time and time again is Aveeno Clear Complextion Moisturizer.  This product has been on my short list for several years. When I don't want to spend department store prices on a facial moisturizer, I turn to Aveeno. Simple and straight forward, It works! It contains acne fighting Salicylic Acid; it's oil-free and helps to even out skin tone. It also has a clean smelling scent.  I plan to try the anti-aging line soon. This is a brand that will continue to be in my skin regimen.

Stats: Combination to Oily skin with minor monthly acne.

Category: Body Care - Palmer's Foot Magic Foot Moisturizer*
Looking for a invigorating, moisturizing foot balm? Give Palmer's Foot Magic a try. It contains, Cocoa, Mango and Shea Butters, Vitamin E and Peppermint Oil. It helps to moisturize and soften my tired feet. I love to apply it at night with cotton socks.

I blog for the fun of it and hope that along the way, some of my experiences can help someone.  What are some of your favorite beauty products?

Grace, Peace, and Blessings.

*Note: I won this product from Palmer’s. I was not compensated for this review nor was I asked to review any of their products.