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“Step By Step”
I’ve reviewed products in Cindy Crawford’s Meaningful Beauty® skincare line before, but this time is different. Rather than trying one or two products, now I have the whole system – All the steps in Cindy’s skincare routine!
This time I could see how the products work together for glowing results.
Using the steps of the routine was a game-changer for my skin. The routine is easy to follow every morning & evening. No matter how busy I am, this makes it easy keep skincare a priority.
One thing I immediately loved about this line is how SIMPLE it is.
Here’s The Breakdown…
DAYTIME RITUAL
Step 1. Skin Softening Cleanser – It’s a creamy cleanser (no bubbles) that leaves no film or residue on your face. It gets the job done without drying out your skin, which is so important for over-40 complexions. Staying hydrated is key to getting that glow. I use it In the morning and evening, with a washcloth for gentle exfoliation.
Step 2. Ultra Lifting and Filling Treatment – This treatment is absolutely amazing! With the active ingredient, Orchid Extract, it’s designed to “visibly lift skin and act as a non-invasive line filler to help temporarily smooth out the look of fine lines and wrinkles” –
And it works!
I notice a difference in my skin immediately after applying the Ultra Lifting and Filling Treatment.
- Immediate Results: After applying this serum in the morning, my skin instantly looks healthier and fuller. Lines and wrinkles are smoothed, and my skin takes on a dewy, healthy glow!
- Long-Term Results: This treatment helps enhance natural production of collagen and elastin in the skin.
Step 3. Anti-Aging Day Creme with Environmental Protection – This is a perfect “everyday” face cream. It’s not greasy or thick and it DID NOT make me break out or irritate my skin. My skin doesn’t always react well to SPF, but this moisturizer makes my skin feel hydrated AND protected without feeling like it’s smothered.
This eye cream helps lift skin, so you have a better canvas for your makeup.
Step 4. Lifting Eye Crème – Advanced Formula – You can’t forget about eyes! The skin near eyes tends to be thin and sensitive, so extra attention and added moisture is NEVER a bad idea. This eye cream wears well under makeup. It doesn’t cause your makeup to pill when you apply concealer on top.
NIGHTTIME RITUAL
Step 1. Skin Softening Cleanser – See description above in daytime ritual.
Step 2. Crème de Serum – This rich serum gets to work while you sleep, so you wake up looking and feeling extra-hydrated. Hydrated skin lessens the look of wrinkles. Created with the super-antioxidant melon complex, anti-aging peptides, and hyaluronic acid (a moisturizing miracle!) – this serum is a serious lifesaver.
Hydrated skin means wrinkles show LESS. And this serum is a hydrator!
You can build on the basic steps, tailoring YOUR skincare to YOUR needs.
Step 3. Lifting Eye Crème– Advanced Formula – See description above in daytime ritual.
ADDITIONS TO THE AM & PM RITUALS
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Here are two I’ve added to my routine…
Skin Brightening Décolleté and Neck Treatment – The neck and chest are important areas that we so often forget about. Signs of aging appear here first, so give your neck and décolleté the same attention you give your face. Sadly, I didn’t start taking care of mine until I noticed sagging and wrinkles. But it’s not too late! This treatment is made to hydrate and protect skin with SPF 15. I may not be able to undo all my damage, but I CAN protect against more!
Glowing Serum – This serum is perfect to use on days when you want to give your skin an extra radiant boost. Just apply to your face and neck after cleansing. Use the Glowing Serum in the morning under the Day Crème (either over or in place of Crème de Serum). You can even use it during the day as an instant pick-me-up! It contains soy protein, marine botanicals, minerals and antioxidants to help nourish and revitalize, leaving your complexion with a more youthful, luminous glow.
Healthy, hydrated skin over 40 is possible.
Meaningful Beauty® helped me get that glow…
Step by step.
Can’t wait to try it!
I think you’re going to love it!
Anything for pores?
Hi Kimberly! They are coming out with a night time retinol in Cindy Crawdford’s skincare line. If you go to the website, you’ll see it is “Coming Soon.” I am a BIG believer in retinol, so I am thrilled to see this news. I’ve been using retinol since my 30’s. Retinol helps increase cell turnover (which slows down as you age) so it helps unclog pores, making them visibly appear smaller. Retinol is something I recommend patch testing before applying to you whole face. It can cause irritation, so you may need to go slow with it until your skin gets used to it. For me, retinol is a MUST HAVE. Also, Cindy’s Wrinkle Smoothing Capsules have the consistency of a primer, really helping to visibly smooth. Although not listed on the website as a product for pores, in my own personal experience, the capsules have reduced the visibility of my pores.
I would to try this.
Hi Alisha! It’s a definitely a line worth trying. And I see they are coming out with a night time retinol! That’s next on my list to try!
I am still waiting for my order that I placed in August. I received a postcard letting me know it would be late and that was 3 weeks ago. Still nothing.
Teri, have you tried their customer service with your order#? (800) 927-0047 or you can email here: https://www.meaningfulbeauty.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-MeaningfulBeauty-Site/default/CustomerService-ContactUs I hope the issue is straightened out asap!
My skin is so oily. Will it work for me?
The products are very hydrating. The Lifting and Filling Serum (morning serum) gives my skin a dewy look. If you feel that you need more moisture in your skin, this will work for you. If you don’t need more moisture, you might want to check out other products from the line at http://www.meaningfulbeauty.com/en_us/products/skinPolishing-brush.html You’ll find a skin polishing brush that might help with oily skin. There’s also a Triple Exfoliating treatment coming soon, and a retinol night cream coming soon (that I want)! Those products are other options that may work better for oily skin. But if it’s moisture you’re looking for, the AM & PM routines are amazing. I hope this was helpful!
Im in love with this product got my in 5 day love it
Hi Cecilia! Thanks for the comment! I love mine, too. They’re coming out with some new products soon, and I’ve already got my eye on the retinol night cream!
I love all of the products! I’ve only been using them for about 2 weeks and can already see a big difference in my skin. I feel so refreshed after applying the products AM & PM. When I apply my makeup I can see a big difference and have gotten so many compliments since using Meaningful Beautiful ! Love, Love, Love it!