This week I'm obsessed with.. Lomelin Skin Brightening Cream and Vichy Ideal Soleil Anti-Shine Dry Touch Lotion SPF 60!

Lomelin Skin Brightening Cream - 30g - $44.99 - with a unique, gentle, non-prescription formulation that combines two natural and proven ingredients, Melaslow - a nature-based citrus peel extract which reduces skin melanization by 28% compared to non treated skin and Alpha Arbutin - a gentler derivative of hydroquinone without the harsh side effects - which work together to effectively brighten overall skin appearance and reduce the appearance of dark spots caused by aging and sun damage.

After six weeks of twice daily use I can really see the difference in the tone of my skin - it's clearer and brighter with a nice rosy glow! It also layers nicely if you already have a favourite product, you probably won't need a cream moisturizer unless you are super dry - I have been using it with a moisture boosting serum on colder, drier days or a pore refining serum when it's warm with no issues.

You really can't go wrong, not only do they offer discounts on multiple purchases, there is a 90 day money-back guarantee! Available online at lomelin.ca.

My teenage self spent a lot of time rubbing Porcelina and lemon juice into my freckles hoping to banish them (where was this stuff then?) never realizing that the most important step in any brightening routine is to make sure not to forget the sun protection - ever - or all your hard work will be for naught! There are so many options now for sunscreens that not only protect you from the sun but also help out with other summer skin annoyances like shine - my fave right now:

 

Vichy Ideal Soleil Anti-Shine Dry Touch Lotion SPF 60 - 50ml - $28.95 -  with a unique powdery texture and a lightweight, creamy feel that dries instantly to ensure long-lasting sweat, oil and sebum absorption and mattifies skin, even in the most humid conditions. Formulated with silica and volcanic perlite, it’s a great choice for combination, oily and sensitive skin types and is water and sweat resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Available at drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -