REN ClearCalm 3 Replenishing Night Serum

I purchased the REN ClearCalm 3 Replenishing Night Serum last Fall when I first started using the La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (that I'm obsessed with). Because of the cold weather and the acne treatment, my skin was really suffering of dry patches around my nose and cheeks and so I was looking for something to give me that extra moisture. Recently with the cooler weather coming in I've been adding this step into my night time routine again.

The serum feels soothing and replenishing and comes in a gel-cream like formula that you gently massive into your skin after you cleanse and tone and before you moisturize. It definitely feels very calming and relaxing to apply. Overnight it helps problematic and blemish prone skin to become clear, calm and comfortable while reducing the appearance of scars and redness. It is called ClearCalm 3 because it fights the 3 causes of breakouts:

1. excess sebum buildup
2. buildup of deerskin cells
3. blemish-causing bacteria

I really like this added step to go with my acne treatments when I feel my skin is looking like it's going to break out. I also hear the REN ClearCalm 3 Claryifying Clay Cleanser is really good for oily acne prone skin.


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mask behaviour

I love masks. I try to do a mask at least twice a week. The REN glycol lactic radiance renewal mask is a skin renewing and targets firmness, tone and radiance. I was drawn to this because in the product description it said it worked well with post-acne scarring, blemishes, blackheads and sun-damaged skin.  Those pretty much are my exact concerns. The mask itself is quite pricey, but Sephora offers a Get Radiant, Glowing Skin In Just 10 Mintues! Kit. And for $3 more you get a mini micro polish cleanser and radiance perfection serum. And maybe a cleansing cloth but I don't know where that went.

At first I did not see noticeable results with this, but I noticed that if I leave it on for longer than 10 minutes, after I wash off the mask, my skin is so soft and smooth - it really feels refreshed! Sometimes it tingles more than others and it's got a real fruity smell. I love that one pump is the exact amount you need to spread evenly on your face. It never dries, so after 10-15 minutes you just wash it off your face and then apply the rest of your night time skin care routine. It's clean, easy to use and it's the perfect mask to use at the end of the week to feel refreshed again.

may 2013 favorites

This month I switched to a foamy face wash by Jurlique and I really love the feel and smell. I look forward to washing my face every morning with this cleanser. Due to the long winter we had I often have dry patches and have been using the REN replenishing night serum to lock in more moisture. I use No7 eye makeup remover to remove my waterproof mascara (I find that if I hold the cotton pad over my eye for a few seconds its easier than just rubbing it). I love love the color and texture of the Chanel Illusion d'Ombre eyeshadows. They are really strange and spongey but the color is amazing. It really brightens your eyes! I've been using it almost every day in May. The Boscia BB cream is a sample size but it has lasted me months. It is a light coverage but I really like how it lasts on my face throughout the day. I've been switching to BB creams for a lighter easier coverage for summer. For nails, I usually go for nudes and reds but I've seen a lot of bloggers wearing Essie In the Cab-ana and I couldn't resist. The blue has a hint, just a hint, of green and is a really cool color for summer. Finally, I love NARS schaip for a bright pop of color on the lips. Its not drying and the color payoff is incredible!

1. Jurlique Purely Bright Cleanser
2. REN ClearCalm 3 Replenishing Night Serum
3. Boots No7 Beautiful Skin Eye makeup remover
4. Topshop creme blush, Head over heels
5. Chanel Illusion d'Ombre Long-wear Luminious Eyeshadow, Emerveille
6. Boscia B.B. Cream SPF 27 PA++
7. Essie Nail Lacquer, In the Cab-ana
8. NARS Lipstick, Schiap

1. Topshop creme blush, Head over heels full application without any blending
2. Topshop creme blush, Head over heels blended in a little
3. Chanel Illusion d'Ombre Long-wear Luminious Eyeshadow, Emerveille
4. NARS Lipstick in Schiap (Semi-matte shocking pink)

I'm wearing NARS Schiap on my lips and MAC brun through my eyebrows.

What have you  been loving this month?