Tightening Leg Lotion worth it
Beauty Cred on Jul 2, 2008
If you're old enough to remember the frenzy that occurred around the James Bond "For Your Eyes Only" movie poster, then you remember how those legs were suddenly the ideal ones to have. I don't have any aspirations of having such airbrushed legs, but I still want to have legs that are as toned as possible for an over 40 chick with 3 small kids and zero time. Yes, I admit to looking for the answer in a body lotion vs. hitting the gym. So I tried out Nouveau Cosmeceuticals Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion, and here's my first impression...
Let me first say that "firming" is about as over-used in the lotion biz as a word can get. And it has the flavor of over-promise, under-deliver that I typically find to be a turn-off. The word "tightening", however, works better for me because there are products out there that provide a tightening effect. And I find that to be the case with Nouveau Cosmeceuticals Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion.
Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion is light and silky to the feel; it has a bit of slip to it. The Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion formula contains a moisturizing mix of Aloe Leaf Juice, Urea, Glycerin, Cyclomethicone and Shea Butter. Lactic Acid provides the cell-regenerating aspect as it's an alpha-hydroxy acid. And it's topped off with an uplifting mandarin scent. There's a slight bit of tacky-ness to the touch once the lotion absorbs, but not it's not off-putting--and it's definitely moisturizing.
As some time passes (maybe an hour) I notice that my skin does feel a bit tighter. Don't get me wrong here, it's not like I'm looking at legs that have gone through some body contouring procedure--but that's not what I'm in it for. A subtle, feel-good tightening is what I want, and what I get with this Nouveau Cosmeceuticals lotion. The added benefit is that my skin has a very soft sheen to it that appears to be lasting for a while and not the oil-slick type of sheen either.
WiWi: Was it Worth it? Nouveau Cosmeceuticals Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion is one worth trying. I like the moisturization level, and it has a subtle tightening effect. The mandarin scent is nice--great for a summery feel, too.
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2 posts
2 Jul 2008
Dear Beauty Cred: It does have a good "instant" feel, but this product is working below the surface which takes time... enjoy each stage! If you have been using the firming lotion for less than a month.. you are in for such a treat with continued use. Your skin will take on a whole new look and feel. My friends tease me because I can't keep my hands off of my skin!! :) Don't forget to give an extra dose to dry heels.... the results are astounding!! Ace
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7 Jul 2008
I have been using Nouveau face and body products for over four years now. They reformulated the Cell Regenerating Firming Lotion - I call it Body Lotion for short - earlier this year and it works better than ever! I have been out of it for almost two weeks and can't wait for my shipment this week. My summer feet can sure tell the difference. Try it and you too will be saying "Jergens who?" It will truly make a difference in the skin over your entire body.
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16 Jul 2008
As a consultant for Nouveau I have been using our Firming lotion for the past 5 years and I will say my skin has never looked so good and felt so soft. My feet are always ready for sandles, no matter what time of year. No more dry cracked heels! I use the Firming lotion on my whole body.