Andalou Naturals

Caused redness and burning sensation about ~30 seconds after I applied it. Probably all the spices in the product, which I didn't notice when originally reading the packet as it was right at the end.

I love this lotion, except the scent is so strong I wouldn’t repurchase for that reason.

It’s a mix of a butter and lotion though it’s not as hydrating as a body butter.

So I picked this up from the pharmacy because the cleanser I've been using (The Face Shop Dr. Belmeur Clarifying Foaming Cleanser) was reformulated and I thought Sodium Chloride might be causing the small pimples on some areas of my face. Since I'm using the Pumpkin + Glycolic mask from Andalou, too, without any problems, I thought I'd give this one a go. What could go wrong with using all-natural products, right? So much for the optimism. The gel created an okay foam when lathered, the smell might be too citrus-y? But it didn't bother me enough to be doubtful of the product. The first wash was okay-ish for a few seconds, the surface of my skin felt clean. Then it made my skin feel dry. Too dry. Nonetheless, I continued my routine, put on treatments then moisturizer. Hours later, an inflamed bump appeared on my forehead! A place that rarely has any acne. Used it for a couple more days with my old cleanser that I was so ready to toss out — one side with the Andalou cleanser, the other with half with The Face Shop. Good thing I didn't get rid of my old cleanser because when I compared the Andalou side with the Face Shop side, PIH from the Andalou side was visibly darker (not too much though) and another inflamed bump showed up. Maybe the "surfactants" broke me out or the Kombucha or something. I don't think it's the essential oils because The Face Shop uses it too.

Oh well.

If there was one good thing about this product, it would have to be the quality of the packaging. Pump bottles > tubes! lol

TL;DR - Broke me out, made PIH slightly darker. Boooo.

I've been using and repurchasing this product for years. My skin is combo, sensitive, fair, large pores. Right now I use a thin layer as a toner step after cleansing with Cerave PM on top for extra moisture (although this is seasonal, in the summer, for me, this is enough). It keeps my skin clear. My skincare routine is super minimal and this is essential! It runs about $22 in stores near me, $18-20 on sale; I try to buy it online for $15ish. Well worth it.

I like to use a Vitamin C moisturizer during the winter and early spring because they always have a nice pick-me-up scent and brightening effect. I almost always used the Avalon brand but this year I decided to try this Probiotic + C Renewal Cream by Andalou Naturals. The consistency is really great, it's formulated for normal/combination skin and absorbs into the skin with no greasy feeling afterwards.

Overall, I didn't really notice any dramatic improvements to my skin while using this product the last month or two. Besides brightening the skin it's supposed to help elminate sun damage and hyperpigmentation. It DID brighten my face a bit but nothing more than that. I would say this is a perfectly decent moisturizer worth a try but I probably won't be purchasing it again. Like!!!!