Celebrating 25 Years of Alpha-H Skincare

It is no secret that I am a huge fan of Alpha-H and have featured them many times as a brand. This year Alpha-H is celebrating their 25th Anniversary which is just incredible and as part of the celebration, they have teamed up with QVC UK for the global exclusive launch of a brand new product and to give you the chance to get your hands on the 25th Anniversary Rose Gold Collection.

The anniversary release sees the introduction of Liquid Gold Rose Perfect and Plump which features the latest in biomimetic technology, working to instantly give a natural fuller and firmer look by plumping and repairing the delicate lip tissue.  If you are familiar with the Alpha-H brand then you will know all about the importance of Liquid Gold and how amazing it can be for your skin.  Using natural fruit enzymes, this subtle tinted balm increases cellular renewal which helps rejuvenate and minimise the appearance of fine lines. It also has what is referred to as a new generation plumping ingredient called Plump Oleoactif which provides both immediate and long-term increase to lip volume, whilst a natural peptide stimulates collagen production and Hyaluronic Acid delivers hydration deep into the dermis.

On the lips, this balm isn't tacky or greasy when applied, it glides on smoothly and it does produce a slight tingle, as you get when you use a product with Peppermint as an ingredient for your lips.  I like how my lips feel when this has been applied.

The second product within this trio is the incredible Liquid Gold Rose Gold which I have featured before.  If you are an Alphaholic and love Liquid Gold, then you need to try this Limited Edition.

This special release Rose formulation contains a wealth of aromatic botanicals including Damask Rose, Sacred Lotus, Orchid Petal, Dead Sea Salts, Marine Algae, Liquorice and Silk Proteins. If you have never used it before, Alpha-H Liquid Gold is a powerful resurfacing and revitalising lotion which refines the appearance of the complexion. When used, it instantly improves the skin’s texture and tone, it tightens the pores, whilst reducing signs of ageing by gently exfoliating and plumping the skin whilst you sleep.

The final product within this trio is the Alpha-H Balancing Cleanser Rose. This is one of my favourite cleansers and I have been lucky enough to use it for quite some time now. A cream cleanser which is free from dying detergents and SLS's and what I absolutely love is that it removes all traces of makeup from your face because it acts like a makeup remover, cleanser and toner all in one. This formulation is enriched with Damask Rose Oil for its anti-inflammatory benefits. 

What I have always loved about this cleanser is how it leaves my skin after using, rather than being dry and taut to the touch and in need of a lot of oil or moisturiser, my skin is instead smooth and clean.

This trio of Alpha-H goodness forms part of a QVC TSV, item number 240383 and it goes on sale on QVC on today right now for a pre-sale.

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A Trio of Bioderma Skincare

Bioderma is a brand I know very little about, other than a name synonymous with innovation and Micellar water which I constantly see on my social media feed. Since the creation of its laboratory over 20 years ago, Bioderma is said to have maintained its fundamental values of expertise, education and safety in all aspects of skincare.  I was very kindly gifted a trio of products from Bioderma to try.

I have made it known that I am not a huge fan of Micellar water, I've never quite found the point of it within my skincare routine, I love to double cleanse in an evening and I cleanse in a morning too. This Bioderma Hydrabio H20 Micellar Water is described as being the perfect alternative to make up wipes.

Now I haven't used makeup wipes in years and I have switched to reusable bamboo cleansing pads, so the combination of this Micellar Water with the pads is quite a pleasant one and I've found the water isn't drying on the skin, it doesn't irritate my skin and I've found myself using it more than I had expected. 

Soothe, cleanse and moisturise dehydrated skin with the Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micelle Solution, an ultra-mild non-rinse micellar water that will thoroughly cleanse and remove makeup.

This particular Micellar water has been designed for those who experience skin sensitivity and dehydration, the alcohol-free Hydrabio H2O is made with patented Aquagenium which Bioderma describes as being a biological complex that locks essential moisture in on the surface of the skin. The formula stimulates the skin’s ability to retain moisture and helps it to maintain balance throughout the cleansing process. After using, my skin feels incredibly refreshed and clean.  Currently, I use this micellar water to take the day off once I am home from work

The second product within my trio is the Bioderma Hydrabio Serum Moisturising Concentrate. Said to be perfect for dehydrated and sensitive skin, this serum gives an instant and lasting moisturising effect, soothes the skin and restores radiance, tailored to all skin types

As with the other products within this range, this serum harnesses the innovative Aquagenium® patent which restimulates the skin’s ability to moisturise itself effectively, the skin appears brighter and is comforted, it is also enriched with 15% glycerine and plumping hyaluronic acid.  I have been using this serum mainly as part of my evening routine, though it can be used in a morning too, and I love how this serum feels on the skin, it is cooling, it is moisturising and it is calming. 

The final product within my trio is the Bioderma Sebium Global Intensive Purifying Care which is described as being a moisturiser that biologically eliminates pimples and blackheads, while limiting scarring, clearing up the skin but instantly soothing.

This product uses a patented Fluidactiv® formula which works to treat the causes of blemishes. The active ingredients come together to rebuild sebum similar to that of healthy skin and stops the physiological process that causes lesions to form and maintains the acne state. Zinc gluconate and enoxolone reduce redness and inflammation and leave skin looking clear and feeling soft.

This cream has a really light texture to it and it works really well when paired with the serum shown above and whilst there is a slight fragrance, it isn't overwhelming, it is more of a clean scent. On the skin, it rapid absorbs and leaves no trace behind. I am lucky enough not to be acne-prone or suffer too much from spots, but I do suffer from redness which flares up occasionally, so I am looking forward to seeing whether or not this cream lives up to its claims of reducing redness and inflammation owing to a combination of AHA esters and dermatological agents eliminate blemishes and promote clear skin, while zinc gluconate and enoxolone reduce redness and inflammation both immediately and over time. 

This has been a really good introduction to the Bioderma brand for me, especially with 

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