My Full Review of the AQUA REVEAL Satin Bright Soft Water Peel for Face

I do have other unboxing’s to do for June (I’m behind) so you might not see them this month since July is about to start (I might do two at once for July) but I wanted to review the AQUA REVEAL Satin Bright Soft Water Peel for Face. I received a sample of this product in a recent Birchbox. I’m very hesitant to use anything on my face that I haven’t researched like a stalker. For those that do not know I have a very sensitive angry face that is prone to rosacea. 

I tested the AQUA REVEAL sample on my hand and when I began to rub the product (via the directions but it said face I used my hand…close enough) I immediately felt dry dead skin balling up. “Huh” I said to myself “…would you look at that”. 

Here is a little about the product from their website http://www.aquareveal.com/soft-water-peel-for-face/

This amazing lightweight water-based gel utilizes SMART EXFOLIATION™ technology to provide adjustable exfoliation from light to deep while not drying out skin. Specially formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and nourishing botanicals to maintain skin's natural moisture levels while effectively and visibly sweeping away dead skin cells.

Removes impurities and decongests clogged pores without causing irritation or redness in even the most sensitive skin. Immediately following use, skin feels smoother and softer and looks brighter and healthier. 

WHY IT'S UNIQUE:

- Contains Hyaluronic acid

- Patent-pending brightening formula

- Ideal for all ages and all skin types

- Complements any existing skincare regimen 

- Improves absorption of other products following use

- Contains a patented brightening ingredient

- Dermatologist and Allergy Tested

- Over 95% natural ingredients

- Cruelty-free

- No Parabens

- No Sulfates

- No Synthetic Fragrances

- No Synthetic Dyes

- No Phthalates

- No Triclosan

I decided that I would try it. The worst that could happen is I look like an angry red sunburned trucker. Small price to pay! I bought the full size of this product ($49.00) and have been using it three times a week for the past month. 

I have had absolutely no irritation from the AQUA REVEAL. That statement along is huge. The skin on my face is a fickle angry thing - If I touch it wrong it can get red and angry. To put an exfoliating product on my face that requires me to rub the skin is something I have been avoiding for years. I’ve actually being using the Kiehl’s Overnight Bio Peel but I felt that while it did work it was not enough. 

After a month of use my skin is very soft (like baby bottom soft) and people have commented on how smooth my skin looks. There is also something very satisfying when you rub something on your face and you can see the dead skin just balling up. Is it just me? Maybe it’s just me (side eye). 

I love this product and I am going to say that this is my Holy Grail exfoliator. They also have a body wash that I’m going to try because…I have keratosis pilaris (aka chicken skin – cause I have to have all the skin problems) and I want to see if that exfoliating body product works as well on my KP. 

I say 100% buy this and try it out. Everyone is different so please patch test your skin (if you don’t and your skin sloughs off please don’t sue me – I’m broke). However, if it works as well for you as it does for me you are going to be very satisfied.

What I’ve Noticed Since Starting a Skincare Routine

I’ve admitted before that I’m not a huge girly girl. I know it seems counter intuitive since I love makeup but it’s the truth. I’ve also never seen the purpose of a skincare routine. I can now hear the collective hissing of thousands of women with their sharp intakes of breath. Yeah that’s me. Even with Rosacea I would only put on the topical medication (which also had a moisturizer) and be on my merry way with my makeup. I recently ran out of my topical medication, had a flare, and decided to try something else besides medication to control it. 

Since I’ve had cancer I’ve been trying to limit the amount of medications and chemicals I use. Now, I’m not an extremist that think I can cure myself with tea, but if I can find something that will work without the use of more chemicals I don’t see a problem (I’ll never stop taking my MS meds. That you’ll have to pry from my cold dead hands – I don’t care if it is an injection). 

So, I went on a hunt to help my lovely angry face skin. Since I know adding a ton of products at once is not going to work (How will I know what product has made my face look like a rug burn?) I’ve slowly started to add products to ma face. I’ve used some great products such as the Dermatlogica Barrier Repair http://tinyurl.com/l59rahd), and the Korres Quercetin & Oak Moisturizer (http://tinyurl.com/l9ojtze) but nothing has been great. Then I found Kiehl’s Skin Rescuer. Hands down The Kiehl’s Skin Rescuer (http://tinyurl.com/n5fefak) is my Holy Grail moisturizer (I've added the links so you can check them out yourself. I don't get anything from the companies so don't worry about the links taking you somewhere weird - smile). 

There are two things I’ve realized since starting a skincare routine:

1. It’s not overrated – My poor skin needed it
2. My skin is not as dry as I thought it was. 

Since I’ve been taking care of my skin I’ve noticed that slowly, I don’t need as much moisturizer. My skin use to drink it up like a dehydrated marathon runner. Now, I’ve had to adjust the amount or I end up with a shiny face (It’s only sipping now). 

The rosacea which I've been dealing with forever has calmed down almost 100% without the use of a topical medication. For those with rosacea you know that this alone is a cause for celebration! I also don't need to use makeup primer if I don't want to, and I don't have any dry scaly patches of skin anymore. My skin just looks and feels better. 

Remember your skin is going to be different then mine. Use what works for you and don't be afraid to ask for samples! How else are you going to know if you like it or not? If you find a store/employee that wont help you, I suggest you take your business elsewhere. If you're going to spend your hard earned money on a pretty expensive product, you need samples (plus samples are awesome - laugh).

If anyone out there believes like I did that a skincare routine wasn't that important, or was a way for companies to make money, it’s not. It really will help your skin. Next, I’m going to add a Serum. Let’s see how that goes!