I recently had the opportunity to try some products from a Chicago-based skincare company called
Advanced Clinicals and I couldn't wait to share them with you guys! They offer effective formulas that are backed by science, cruelty free, made in the U.S.A. and the best part is...they're affordable. Every product I mention in this post is
$20 and under plus I have a 30% off code just for my readers (see below for details).
Let's take a look!
The first product I couldn't wait to try was the
Retinol Serum (Regularly $15- only $10.50 with code BBB30). It contains encapsulated retinol (it slowly-releases into the skin over time, minimizing irritation) plus aloe and green tea in an olive-based formula so it's a bit more hydrating than your typical watery serum. It actually comes out of the dropper looking like a light milky lotion but it absorbs quickly with no sticky feel and has no scent whatsoever.
Retinol is a form of vitamin A and it's widely recognized as one of the most beneficial ingredients for your skin. Studies show that it decreases fine lines, sun damage and hyperpigmentation, and helps with skin texture, tone, and color.
I've been using this at night in place of my PTR Retinol Fusion PM (always use retinol products at night because sunlight breaks them down) and I plan to continue using this during the winter since it adds an extra layer of hydration to my skin. So far it has been maintaining the results I've gotten from other more expensive serums, which is awesome! I haven't seen an increase in fine lines and no new spots have popped up...my skin looks bright and clear so that's definitely encouraging.
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| Advanced Clinicals Retinol Serum |
The next product I was excited to try is the
Rapid Lift Anti-Aging Eye Serum (Regularly $20, only $14 with code BBB30). This is like a one-two punch for your under eye area in that it gives you instant results as well as results over time. First of all, the 2 oz. tube is
huge for $20 and will last forever since you only need a tiny pump for both eyes.
Instant Effects: I apply a small dab of this product under each eye (and even on forehead wrinkles) and gently rub it in. Then you just have to wait a minute until it dries without making any expressions...during this time you can feel your skin tightening up a bit. I usually wait five minutes before putting on any makeup because it can sometimes leave a little bit of white residue behind that looks like powder (I just dab it with a damp tissue and it removes easily). After application, my fine lines are gone for a few hours!
Effects Over Time:The good news is, unlike most temporary smoothing products, this formula contains ingredients to help improve your eye area long-term. It includes hyaluronic acid to plump the skin plus two different peptides that boost collagen to firm and reduce wrinkles.
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| Advanced Clinicals Rapid Lift Anti-Aging Eye Serum |
Advanced Clinicals also offers 16 oz. spa-sized tubs of body creams and lotions for only $15 (only $10.50 with code BBB30) which is pretty amazing! I was really excited to try the
Retinol Advanced Firming Creambecause how often do you see retinol in body products? I've made it part of my routine to apply my retinol face serums to my neck and the backs of my hands but I always wished that I could find a retinol cream to treat my entire body.
That being said, retinol is in the middle of the ingredient list so I don't think there's a high concentration of it in here...but that's okay with me because retinol can make your skin sun-sensitive and I wouldn't want to use something too strong all over my body, particularly in the summer when I'm going to be outside. After using this for a few weeks, I definitely notice that my skin is really soft and smooth, but I haven't seen much in the way of anti-aging benefits yet. Often when retinol is in smaller quantities it can take a bit longer to see the results from it...they just need to be used very consistently.
Also, I want to mention that this contains Mineral Oil. I personally don't mind Mineral Oil in body products since it's excellent at keeping moisture trapped inside the skin but I do know some people who prefer not to use it.
This lotion is thick but absorbs easily into the skin with a light, fresh scent.
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| Retinol Advanced Firming Cream |
Finally, the
Coconut Oil Moisturizing Cream (Regularly $15, only $10.50 with code BBB30) is the lotion I've been using during the day most often. It contains coconut oil (and smells like the beach!), glycerin, aloe vera, lavender and camomile extracts and mineral oil.
This is my favorite of the two body creams...it smells heavenly and sinks right into your skin with no greasy residue so I use it during the daytime. Also, did I mention I love that these are packaged in pumps? It makes it so easy and convenient to apply when you're getting out of the shower. It leaves my skin feeling hydrated all day...the coconut oil sinks right into the deeper layers while the mineral oil sits on the surface, locking the moisture in all day. When you have really dry skin like I do, your skin's natural barrier isn't working correctly and moisture is evaporating from your skin all day. That's why it's important not only to moisturize but to use something that doesn't allow that moisture to escape.
Overall, I'm impressed with
Advanced Clinicals and will definitely try more products in the future. I love how affordable they are and the products are really effective!
I also want to mention that select Walmart stores now sell two of their body creams in-store...the Retinol Firming Cream I mentioned in this post and the Collagen Skin Rescue Lotion. They're found in the skincare aisle of over 1,200 Walmart stores and are only $5.99 for the 16 oz. tubs!
Please v
isit the Advanced Clinicals website to see all of the products they offer and if you plan to make a purchase, don't forget to use code BBB30 to save 30% on your order!
Disclosure:
PR Samples
