I've always had trouble finding the 'right' moisturizer as I have combination skin - but to the extreme either being too oily, or in this case too dry (especially on my T-Zone). With the colder weather kicking in, my face would just flake up (sounds disgusting right?) and as you know, when it gets dry... it gets ITCHY.
I was looking into KateSummerville, Clarins, Sephora (brand), Peter Thomas Roth, and Hope in a Jar. All are great but everyone was raving about Hope in a Jar so I decided to go straight for it when I walked into Sephora. & in all honesty, it smelt NASTY... the texture was nice, but still nasty. I really do appreciate the fact that it doesn't add in any parabens and fragrances but I do believe it needed it. I was told that the scent would disappear once it was put on.. but I wasn't willing to see the outcome of that.
Anyways, she suggested for me to try fresh: Soy Moisturizing Cream (w/o SPF) & OMG, I loveeee it! It moisturizes well enough to wear alone, thin enough to wear under makeup, its paraban free (which I prefer) and has a light natural scent from the rose water. From the time I put it on in the crack of dawn till I remove it before bed, my face is smooth, moisturized, and flake free & I didn't have to slather it on. It's perfect for the winter weather and enough product to last the winter season as you transition into spring weather. However, if you plan on using fresh as part of your 'permanent' routine, it will come with a price. It roughly costs $44 for 50ml. It honestly works well and well worth the price.
Awesome - thanks for this! I have combo skin too, I'll be sure to give it a try!
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