Limited Edition: Naturisimo Team Picks Exclusive Discovery Box 2022 review

 

I'm a huge fan of the Naturisimo Discovery Boxes and their latest edit of 'Team Picks' is one of their best to date! Winner of the Beauty Shortlist Award 2022 for the Best Green Beauty Box, these boxes are a fantastic way to explore and try out a wide range of natural beauty brands and products.

Check out my previous review of the Naturisimo Female Founders Discovery Box here.

Worth £134, the strictly limited edition Naturisimo Team Picks Exclusive Discovery Box features eight all-time beauty favourites which have all been hand-picked by the team, and these ladies not only have exceptional taste, but they certainly know a thing or two about green beauty!

I was immediately drawn to the box when I saw it advertised via their Instagram because it contains a good mix of products that I've tried and loved myself in the past, as well as several 'new-to-me' discoveries.

Here's a rundown of everything that's inside:-

Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser (travel size)

Caudalie is one of those French natural brands that I've used a lot of over the years, but this particular cleanser is one that I haven't yet tried. From the brand's popular Vinopure range for combination and acne-prone skin types, this Purifying Gel Cleanser is 99% natural and free from a long list of 'nasties'. I love to use a refreshing gel cleanser during the warmer summer months so this looks perfect!

OSKIA Renaissance Mask (travel size)

OSKIA Renaissance Mask is a cult skincare favourite across the world, and I've personally loved this face mask for nearly 10 years, having first reviewed it in a 'Worth The Hype' feature back in 2015. That said, I've only purchased the full size two or three times, and always when it's been on offer because the full size retails for about £68 (insert crying emoji face), so I'm always more than happy to pick up a travel size pot whenever I can. This face mask is one of the best quick fixes out there for dull skin as it makes your complexion noticeably brighter after just one use, and it's amazing for getting rid of clogged pores and impurities. 

Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum (travel size)

This one's another product that I've used and loved in the past, and like the OSKIA mask above, it also comes with a hefty luxury price tag, so again I'm thrilled to have a mini version back in my stash. Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster Serum is a must-try for those who are 30+ and are starting to get those first visible signs of ageing, as well as for older skincare fans who are looking for a natural and green alternative. The secret behind this serum lies in the specialist blend of fruit stem cells used and there's some very interesting tech that the brand has invested in which sets them apart. Check out my previous review of the full-size product here.

Antipodes Divine Face Oil (travel size)

Regular readers will know that I adore Antipodes and they have been featured as favourites of mine on this blog for many, many years! I love this Divine Face Oil, which is rich in plant-based oils such as Rosehip and Avocado, because it's brilliant to use for an evening facial massage, and it's particularly great for tired and stressed skin. Packed full of nutrients and essential fatty acids, it really does deliver many benefits for your skin to keep it hydrated and happy. My full-size product review is here.

Ere Perez Moringa All-Beauty Crème (full size, RRP £33.80)

Moving onto the first full-size product of this discovery box, Ere Perez Moringa All-Beauty Crème has been recommended to me so many times by fellow bloggers and skincare gurus, that I've honestly lost count. I've been meaning to try it out for a long time so thank you to Naturisimo for finally bringing it into my life! Suitable for all skin types, this daily moisturiser is an 'all-rounder' as it can be used as both a moisturiser and makeup primer. It has a light texture that's quickly absorbed and leaves skin glowing.

Kosas LipFuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm in Flow (full size, RRP £18)

You guys know how much I love lip balms and naturally, I was excited when I saw this one from the mega-hyped LA brand Kosas, in the box. Their LipFuel Hyaluronic Lip Balm is indeed infused with Hyaluronic Acid in addition to a number of other skin-loving ingredients, to deliver advanced lip care and comfort without the need for constant reapplications. As an added bonus, it's tinted so this shade Flow adds a wash of warm beige for a 'my lips but better' finish.

Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil (travel size)

Back to another long-time favourite of mine, Aromatherapy Associates Bath & Shower Oils are some of the best on the luxury market and their De-Stress Muscle blend provides ultra-soothing relief for aching muscles and joints. Key ingredients include lavender, rosemary and ginger for a warming bathtime treat.

Anatomē Lavender Recovery & Sleep Oil (travel size)

Last, but not least, we have the Anatomē Lavender Recovery & Sleep Oil. Described as a best-selling essential oil blend centered around three different types of lavender with proven relaxing and sleep-inducing properties, this handy travel size can be easily applied to your pulse points as and when you need it. 

Naturisimo Team Picks Exclusive Discovery Box 2022 retails for £22 and is available whilst stocks last exclusively from naturisimo.com

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Limited Edition: Naturisimo Female Founders Discovery Box 2022 review

 

The Naturisimo Discovery Boxes are a wonderful way to introduce yourself to a wide range of ethical, cruelty-free, and natural beauty brands. Their latest edition, the Female Founders Discovery Box is an extra special curation to praise the amazing women who are leading the way in the green beauty world.

Here's what's inside the box!

Pai Skincare Ressurection Girl Hydrating Mask (RRP £44)

This latest new release from Pai Skincare has been selling out since it launched so I was very excited to see it included in this box as I love the brand so much. The Ressurection Girl Hydrating Mask is a luxury hydrating gel mask that promises to quickly quench thirsty and dry skin. It gets to work in just 10 minutes to boost moisture levels so that your skin feels restored and soothed straight away.

Antipodes Reincarnation Pure Facial Polish & Exfoliator (RRP £22)

Another natural skincare brand that I'm hugely fond of is Antipodes and I've been using their products for years as my regular readers will know. Their wonderful Reincarnation Pure Facial Polish & Exfoliator is hands down the most gentle manual exfoliator that I've ever used (and believe me, I have tested out a lot during my time as a beauty blogger!), and it's the ideal pick-me-up for those times when my skin feels grimey and clogged. 

Boucleme Curl Cream (100ml deluxe travel size)

On the green beauty scene, Boucleme is a brand that pops up time and time again, but I've never really looked into them properly as they specialise in products for curly hair. My hair is generally a bizarre combination of flat, fine and frizzy, so I tend to shy away from leave-in conditioners, however, a friend with a similar hair type to mine highly recommended that I try this so my interest has finally been piqued. Keep an eye out for a future post or Empties edit to see how I get on with this Curl Cream.

Odacité Creme De La Nuit (travel size)

Another much hyped product that's been on my wishlist is the Odacité Creme De La Nuit; a luxuriously high-end, hydrating and glow-inducing night cream with Vitamin C and Ashwagandha. The full size tub of this retails for a whopping £108 so it will be somewhat bittersweet if I fall in love with it!

Goldfaden MD Bright Eyes Dark Circle Radiance Complex (travel size)

Before you say anything, yes, I'm well aware that there isn't a great deal that can be done to change dark circles. They're a hereditary/genetic bugbear and every eye treatment on the market claims to be able to solve them. That said, I have tried some eye creams which can deliver some noticeable results so I have high hopes for this Goldfaden MD Bright Eyes Dark Circle Radiance Complex, especially as it has so many favourable reviews online and is often sold out. Fingers crossed.

Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Sun Touched (deluxe travel mini)

Kjaer Weis is a clean makeup brand that I simply adore and their refillable compacts were always trés cool way before 'zero waste' became a buzz word. I'm lucky enough to own a couple of their gorgeous products, and this deluxe travel mini of their bestseller Cream Blush in Sun Touched is the perfect summer travel bag addition.

Vapour Mesmerize Mascara (deluxe travel size mini)

As mascaras (ideally) need to be binned after three months for hygiene reasons, I like to keep my eye open for minis, and beauty subscription boxes are where most of my mascaras tend to come from these days. Vapour Mesmerize Mascara certainly looks the part with its metallic olive green tube and the brush definitely has a promising appeal to it.

OSKIA Super-C Beauty Capsules (one week supply)

Last, but not least, there's a brilliant one week supply of the popular OSKIA Super-C Beauty Capsules. This is another product that's been on my skincare wishlist as the ingredients in this serum oil sound fantastic. These capsules are described as a superior form of stable, oil-soluble Vitamin C, designed to protect, nourish and hydrate the skin for a younger, more revitalised complexion. Vitamin C is amazing for its brightening qualities and this version is suitable for all skin types to use.

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Worth The Hype: Oskia Perfect Cleanser, Bedtime Beauty Boost & Renaissance Mask review

Oskia are one of those luxury brands who have successfully managed to gain a strong following in both the green beauty and high-end/mainstream circles.  Their products have been mentioned countless times by supermodels, actresses and skincare gurus, so I was very excited to try out this trio of their bestsellers.

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Guest Post: Amanda's thoughts on anti-aging/dry/sensitive skincare samples

I asked my friend Amanda to test out some skincare samples for We Were Raised By Wolves, that weren't suitable for my own skin type.  Amanda is in her early thirties and has dry-to very dry skin, which is also sensitive.  Her favourite skincare brands are Clinique, Dermalogica, Caudalie and La Roche Posay.  She is also interested in brands that use organic and natural ingredients.  Here are her thoughts on the samples that she tried out:-

Yon Ka Vital Defense - I enjoy looking into French skincare brands and Yon Ka is a brand I have heard many good things about.  The Vital Defense cream is a light and hydrating moisturiser which acts as a 'shield' against pollution and free-radicals.  It was pleasant to use and is something I would consider purchasing as a full size product.

REN Bio Retinoid Anti-Aging Concentrate - I'm nearly 32 and have recently started to notice some minor signs of aging on my face.  I have tried some Retinol products in the past but always have to stop using them because they are too irritating for my sensitive skin.  This night concentrate from REN is  a 100% natural alternative to Retinol, and I found it very effective.  It has a sweet fruity scent and I only needed to use a few drops each night.  My skin looked visibly smoother, brighter and more toned, so this is something I will be certainly purchasing a full size of.

Oskia Get Up & Glow - Unfortunately this serum did nothing for my skin in terms of brightening it and making it look more energised, as it promised to do.  It did provide a smooth base for my make-up, but priced at £65 for the full size product, I would expect it to do much more.

Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle & UV Damage Corrector - The sample size is too small to judge its effective on wrinkles, but I did notice a tightening effect on my skin when I used this and it visibly reduced the size of my pores as well.  This is something I would look into getting a full size version of, to see if it would have any effect on some of the lines that have started to appear on my forehead.

Lavera Lifting Serum - This serum from Lavera produced a tightening effect on my skin for five minutes or so which seemed promising, and then the feeling disappeared and with it, my skin looked a lot less taunt.  Like the Oskia Get Up & Glow, the Lavera Lifting Serum provided a smooth base for my make-up but didn't do anything else for me.

Institut Esthederm Time Technology Cream - I have seen this many times when browsing Cult Beauty and had always wanted to try it.  Sadly, I was very disappointed by this sample.  The cream has light reflecting properties which is supposed to make your skin look more awake and younger, but I personally didn't notice any difference.  Priced at £69 for a full size, I would expect to.

Caudalie Radiance Day Fluid with SPF 10 -  A light non-greasy cream that hydrated my skin nicely and made it look refreshed.  This is something I would purchase a full size of and use in summer.

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion - I use a great deal of Clinique products in my everyday skincare routine so my thoughts are probably biased towards them.  I enjoyed using their Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion and immediately purchased a full size after finishing the sample.  It's much lighter than their Moisture Surge so I will use it in summer when my skin is less dry.

Korres Wild Rose 24-Hour Moisturiser with SPF6 - This was the surprise out of the samples that Evelyn gave me.  I didn't expect to like it because I personally don't like rose scented products, but the scent of this was more subtle than I originally thought it would be.  The moisturiser is very rich and very hydrating, a perfect drink for my dry and thirsty skin.  I would certainly purchase a full size of this.

Patyka Biokaliftin Radiant Exfoliating Mask -  Unfortunately my sensitive skin didn't like this mask and I personally found it too harsh for me.

Do you have any skincare recommendations for Amanda?  Comment below and I'll pass them on to her!

 

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