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Sun Jan 04, 2009 9:01 am  Quote |
hey everyone!
i am currently doing this gentle detox with flor essence herbal formula.
i have done it once before; i definitely think it made my skin brighter and i lost about 5 lbs. it's also tasty and just has all kinds of beneficial effects on the body.
when looking around, i cam across this product:
I'm intrigued, has anyone tried this? The ingredients look good as a daily cream:
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Active Ingredients:
THE FLOR•ESSENCE® HERBS: extracts from BURDOCK (Arctium lappa), SHEEP SORREL (Rumex acetosella), SLIPPERY ELM (Ulmus rubra), KELP (Laminaria digitata), BLESSED THISTLE (Cnicus benedictus), WATERCRESS (Nasturtium officinale), and RED CLOVER (Trifolium pratense) – Detoxifying herbs that stimulate cellular regeneration. Soothe and moisturize irritated skin due to their antioxidant, antiinflammatory, and anti-aging qualities.
MEADOWFOAM (Limnanthes alba) SEED OIL – A very moisturizing plant oil that contains a potent natural antioxidant. Forms a non-greasy barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss, helping to reduce wrinkles and signs of aging.
HONEYSUCKLE (Lonicera caprifolium) EXTRACT – Purifies, smoothes, softens, and calms inflamed, itchy skin, boils, and acne. Contains essential oils, saponins, flavones, and phenolics. Naturally high in phenoxyethanol; inhibits bacterial growth.
SODIUM HYALURONATE – Plant-sourced hyaluronic acid (a protein naturally found in all human cells). Binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, keeping skin moist and smooth. Promotes healing, cellular renewal, microcirculation, and nutrient absorption.
MALIC AND LACTIC ACIDS – Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) that promote moisture in the skin; smooth dry, flaking skin by exfoliating the top layers of the skin; and help other ingredients to penetrate into the skin. Malic acid is derived from apples. Lactic acid is produced by bacterial fermentation.
GRAPE SEED (Vitis vinifera) EXTRACT – Masquelier’s® Original Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins (OPCs): a potent antioxidant. Prevents and repairs free radical damage. Improves microcirculation and strengthens collagen. Anti-aging effect against sunburn and wrinkles.
RETINOL – Vitamin A. A hydrating antioxidant, excellent for rough, scaly, dry, damaged skin. Helps normalize hyperpigmentation and heal sunburns through cellular regeneration. Anti-aging, anti-wrinkle.
BIOFLAVONOIDS – Detoxifying antioxidants that encourage cellular regeneration, combat wrinkles, heal sunburns, and improve microcirculation.
VITAMIN K (phytonadione) – Helps reduce the appearance of spider veins, scars, and wrinkles.
YEAST (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) EXTRACT – A skin oxygenator and cellular regenerator. Rich in vitamin B complex. Derived from mushrooms. True nourishment for the skin.
WHEAT GERM (Triticum vulgare) EXTRACT – Anti-aging, anti-wrinkle. Oxygenates tissues and cells. Extracted from the wheat kernel. High in vitamins E, B1, B6, and omega-6 essential fatty acid.
Cream Base:
AQUA – Fresh, clean water, filtered for purity.
ISOSTEARIC ACID – A naturally occurring fatty acid from coconut or palm oil. Dissolves active ingredients and increases the penetrability of the cream.
GLYCERYL STEARATE – A combination of glycerin and stearic acid. Acts as an emulsifier, surfactant and emollient. Helps to keep moisture in the cream.
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDES – Medium-chain fatty acids sourced from coconut or palm kernel oil. A solubilizer, lubricant, and emulsifier that protects and conditions the skin. Contributes to the texture of the cream.
STEARIC ACID – A long-chain saturated fatty acid derived from coconut or palm oil. An emollient, surfactant, moisturizer, and emulsifier. Also used in the production of many other cosmetic ingredients.
SHEA BUTTER (Butyrospermum parkii) – A rich moisturizer derived from the fruit of the Karite tree. Encourages cellular regeneration and restructures the epidermis, reducing signs of aging. Helps heal cracked, damaged skin and repair and prevent stretch marks.
GLYCERIN – A sugar alcohol produced naturally from vegetable oils. A humectant; keeps water in the cream. Commonly used to make soaps, creams and food products.
DIMETHICONE – A silicon-based compound derived from sand. Delivers the active ingredients into the skin.
CAPRYLYL GLYCOL – An emollient and humectant derived from coconut or castor seed oil.
PHENOXYETHANOL – Cleansing, antimicrobial, antiseptic organic chemical compound commonly used to preserve natural personal care products. Prevents bacterial contamination.
SORBIC ACID – A humectant that protects the cream from mold, yeast, and fungi.
RICE (Oryza sativa) BRAN EXTRACT – A certified organic extract of non-GMO rice bran, rich in vitamins and minerals. This unique mucilaginous gum acts as an emulsifier to keep the cream from separating.
SAGE (Salvia officinalis) OIL – Antiseptic, astringent, and antioxidant. May help speed healing of minor wounds.
PROPOLIS – A tree resin used by bees when constructing hives. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic.
HERBAL PRESERVATIVE SYSTEM: extracts from OREGANO (Origanum vulgare), THYME (Thymus vulgaris), CINNAMON (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), GOLDENSEAL (Hydrastis canadensis), LAVENDER (Lavendula angustifolia), and ROSEMARY (Rosmarinus officinalis) – A natural substitute for parabens; antimicrobial, antiseptic, and antioxidant. Helps to purify and balance the skin, reduce scarring, and stimulate new cell growth.
ESSENTIAL OILS of BERGAMOT (Citrus aurantium bergamia), CEDAR WOOD (Cedrus atlantica), and YLANG YLANG (Cananga odorata) – A delicate, fragrant blend to balance the medicinal aroma of the herbal extracts used to preserve the cream. |
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32, light-toned olive skin, broken caps, normal skin. My staples: Osea cleansing milk, Advanced Protection Cream, Eyes & Lips; Raw Honey Masks, Nude Skincare Night Replenishing Oil & Advanced Smoothing Complex, NIA24 Sunscreen, Julie Hewett makeup, Amazing Cosmetics Powder, & Alison Raffaele Concealer |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 1:23 pm Quote |
Yes avalange! I've used the herbal tea before and it does seem to help with the detox process, but the taste was hard to get used to, if I remember right. What does the supplement in the bottle taste like exactly?
The cream does seem to have a lot of good stuff in it....thanks for the review....I'll look for it! I'm always interested in herbal/natural remedies. |
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Green Cream/DIY C serum/sunscreen/FlexEffect are my main weapons! |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 2:48 pm Quote |
I'd be interested to hear about the detox process with this. I'm thinking of doing a gentle cleanse - I don't want DH to freak  |
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41, curly dk blonde hair, fair, blue eyes, very oily T-zone. HGs: Tazorac .05% gel; Avene Fluide s/s (spf 50+, ppd 20); Skinceuticals Phloretin vit c; bha; Obagi; 'curly girl' method (no poo, just co wash) for my 3b curls. |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 3:05 pm Quote |
| tsjmom wrote: |
| I'd be interested to hear about the detox process with this. I'm thinking of doing a gentle cleanse - I don't want DH to freak |
Same here! |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 4:12 pm Quote |
| bethany wrote: |
| tsjmom wrote: |
| I'd be interested to hear about the detox process with this. I'm thinking of doing a gentle cleanse - I don't want DH to freak |
Same here! |
X 3! Can you give us some details on the detox process? |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 8:40 pm Quote |
Thanks, Bethany. I did read that about the essiac. I'll check out the other links you provided. |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 9:25 pm Quote |
I have read that study, too, you guys. Somehow it doesn't bother me. The study was done on animals that already had cancerous cells.
Either way, no real medical evidence is there to support some of the grander claims of the product. i don't think it cures cancer, and i hesitate to think it promotes it, either.
i am using it as a very gentle detox system with practically no side effects, that tastes like the tea i am already used to drinking at night (organic fennel and linden).
i really like it every couple of months.
i was hoping someone had used the cream and had opinions about it...
--avalange
| rileygirl wrote: |
Thanks, Bethany. I did read that about the essiac. I'll check out the other links you provided. |
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32, light-toned olive skin, broken caps, normal skin. My staples: Osea cleansing milk, Advanced Protection Cream, Eyes & Lips; Raw Honey Masks, Nude Skincare Night Replenishing Oil & Advanced Smoothing Complex, NIA24 Sunscreen, Julie Hewett makeup, Amazing Cosmetics Powder, & Alison Raffaele Concealer |
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Wed Jan 07, 2009 7:17 am Quote |
| I used Nature's Secret Ultimate Cleanse last year. I recommend it to anyone who is in need of a cleanse. It's gentle but extremely effective. I love it and will re-use this year. |
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Wed Jan 07, 2009 1:38 pm Quote |
I've used Floressence and essiac in the past and just bought some Floressence (make your own tea) as it was on sale. Feel it's time for a detox!
Never saw the cream before though. Sounds interesting. Definitely post if you decide to get it! |
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42yo, natural strawberry blonde so fair skin, blue-eyed, and dry skin |
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