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Normally, I would not spend $40+ for a fancy water/alcohol blend. But I had just run out of toner (from another brand), had some store credit I wanted to be rid of from Sephora, and all they had left was one 3.4 oz bottle of this product. I had heard good things about it though, and the rep that was helping me recommended it for its naturally-derived ingredients and simplicity. Along with the Beauty Elixir, the rep recommended the Vinopure Matte Finish Fluid, which I bought as well.
The most important thing for me is using products with safe ingredients that wont aggravate my oily, acne-prone skin. So I've been leaning more towards natural and organic products, as they tend to have fewer controversial and/or proven harmful ingredients. Caudalie products hardly meet these standards, but it's better than a lot of the other brands that Sephora offers. Especially now that they have discontinued the Pangea Organics line, the only brand I still felt pretty comfortable using there. ):
I immediately began using the Beauty Elixir along with the Vinopure Matte Finish Fluid twice a day. Unfortunately, within one or two weeks, I noticed that I was getting a lot of little whiteheads around my T-Zone. A few whiteheads on occasion are normal for me, but the extent to which I was breaking out at this point was unusual. I don't know whether it was the toner, the moisturizer, both, or something else that just happened to coincided with the time that I began to use these products. Maybe I just didn't use them long enough? But I didn't want to risk making it worse by experimenting to find out, so needless to say, I discontinued use immediately. Within a week my skin returned to normal. I'm pretty convinced that it was these Caudalie products that caused the breakout, but take from it what you will. They must be working for some others at least, just from looking at the reviews. Just be wary if you're acne-prone like me.
What I DID like about the Beauty Elixer was the glass bottle and spray. It comes out in a very fine mist just two sprays was enough for me. The cooling sensation (from the balm mint, I suppose) felt nice. However, my skin has always been sensitive to alcohol, so it'd sting for a few second around my eyes, nose, and other sensitive areas. It wasn't excruciating, but not pleasant either.
I gave this product two stars for the nice packaging, spray, and some decent ingredients. Took three stars for the ridiculous price, use of alcohol plus a few other questionable ingredients, and for potentially making me break out. I'll be taking this, along with the moisturizer, back to Sephora and returning to the products I had been using before.
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On one hand, I love the smell. It's very minty and herbal-y. It's pretty strong, so it definitely isn't for everyone, but I personally quite like it.On the other hand, I really don't see what it's doing for my skin. It feels kind of refreshing, but I think 90% of that is coming from the scent. I can't see any pore tightening or radiance. So, basically I paid $18 to spray some watered down mojito on my face. Oh and be careful not to spray this in your eyes! It seems kind of obvious, but I made that mistake on my first spritz and my eyes burned like crazy.
I'm not going to write this product off completely. I'll keep using it and see how it goes. I like the purse friendly convenience of the 1 oz size, but it is rapidly disappearing! I know Embryolisse make a similar product in a 7 oz size for something like $30.I can already tell a difference in my skin. I usually read reviews before purchasing products and after knew I had to try this product. I love it and have only been using for 1 week. My skin feels smoother and looks better. I use it before my moisturizer and also to set my makeup. I just cannot say enough good things about this product!!!
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I have been using this for a few weeks and saw a difference in a few days. My skin is very sensitive and breakout prone. Sometimes oily, sometimes dry, and a total pain in the butt usually. A few months back I started doing bi weekly glyco peels and using Nuxe micellar cleansing water with 3 roses to wash and mario badescu to moisturize. My skin got much better, but was missing that glow.. I have now added the caudalie beauty elixir to the regime. It's gentle, smells great and feels amazing and gave me the glow I have been searching for! I have struggled with my skin since I was 13, now I'm 27 and a few days ago at the doctor the receptionist asked for my ID and made a wild face.. I thought something was wrong.. she told me she just couldn't believe my age and asked for "my secret".. Totally made my day because I'm the one always wondering what everyone else's secret is! Definately worth a shot, even if you are someone with majorly sensitive skin and nervous to try anything new, you won't regret this product and it's pretty affordable too. oh and my husband thinks it smells great:)I have been using it to tone before moisturizing and to mist during/after make up time..It is refreshing, but I am not seeing any difference in my skin and I am not a super fan of the alcohol so I had to take one star off.
I think I like the Super by Perricone better. The mist is very nice though..Just a little pricey for not seeing results.
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