First Aid Beauty?

Mar 26, 2014

Allie Y.

I have heard so much about their products and I want to try out the travel kit from Sephora that has the radiance pads, cleanser, and moisturizer. Thoughts on the brand?

Mar 26, 2014

Jessica L.

I have the moisturizer and I absolutely love it. I would recommend it! I'll definetly repurchase it when I run out!

Mar 26, 2014

Erica M.

I bought the pads they suggested and really like the results!

Mar 26, 2014

Kitty K.

Probably the most accurate review... I returned the moisturizer... very irritating :(
It's for the moisturizer. Her brand over view isn't too good either.

http://www.paulaschoice.com/beautypedia-skin-care-reviews/by-brand/first-aid-beauty/_/Ultra-Repair-Cream-Intense-Therapy-Skin-Protectant-w/FAB-Antioxidant-Booster

Nothing about this product is ultra or intense and it contains only a minute amount of antioxidants, so it isn't boosting either. What it does have is a completely mundane formula of oatmeal, water, glycerin, and wax. That isn't terrible, but it certainly isn’t therapy for skin. The problem is that it contains eucalyptus, which is a skin irritant and, therefore, not good for any skin type. Plus, the 6 fl. oz. size is packaged in a jar, adding to this product's woes. (see More Info below for details on irritation, eucalyptus, and jar packaging).

Pros:
Contains skin-soothing colloidal oatmeal.
Cons:
Eucalyptus, even in small amounts, is a skin irritant, not a skin soother.
Boring formula doesn't begin to approach what's best for sensitive skin.
Jar package won't keep the teeny amount of antioxidants present stable.
More Info:

Eucalyptus contains fragrance ingredients known to irritate skin, especially skin with a compromised barrier (which is characteristic of those who struggle with sensitive skin). Eucalyptus oil is more cause for concern than the extract, but because First Aid Beauty doesn't list the form of the plant they used (and because of this product's scent) we're playing it safe and recommending that you avoid this moisturizer. Sensitive skin needs ingredients that rebuild and restore a healthy skin surface; irritants such as eucalyptus impair this process and potentially make sensitive skin more of a concern.

The fact that it’s packaged in a jar means the beneficial ingredients won't remain stable once it is opened. All plant extracts, vitamins, antioxidants, and other state-of-the-art ingredients break down in the presence of air, so once a jar is opened and lets the air in these important ingredients begin to deteriorate. Jars also are unsanitary because you’re dipping your fingers into them with each use, adding bacteria which further deteriorate the beneficial ingredients (Sources: Free Radical Biology and Medicine, September 2007, pages 818-829; Ageing Research Reviews, December 2007, pages 271-288; Dermatologic Therapy, September-October 2007, pages 314-321; International Journal of Pharmaceutics, June 12, 2005, pages 197-203; Pharmaceutical Development and Technology, January 2002, pages 1-32; International Society for Horticultural Science, www.actahort.org/members/showpdf?booknrarnr=778_5; Beautypackaging.com, and www.beautypackaging.com/articles/2007/03/airless-packaging.php).

Mar 26, 2014

Roz X.

Their products sting my face. Then again, I have highly sensitive skin. Love the balm for my hands and feet though.

Mar 26, 2014

Roz X.

Thank you, Kitty! It stung sooo badly and left my skin red. Now I know why!

Mar 26, 2014

Cami F.

Good to know Kitty! I've heard many raving reviews about the Ultra Repair Moistruizer and was just about to try it out.

Mar 26, 2014

Allie Y.

Thanks everyone! I think I'll probably pass on that then!:)

Mar 27, 2014

Ty R.

The cleanser is great!!