Alana Mitchell Review

When Alana Mitchell reached out to me to try some of her individualized skincare products I was psyched. My skin goes through stages of rebellion and maturity constantly. I always am trying new products for my normal skin but I specifically told Alana that I was looking for help on my hormonal acne, acne scars, and brighter skin.

Let's dive in!

To help combat my issues Alana's team sent me two products to try out-

4-in-1 Cleansing Pod ($11.90) - This pod is a gentle exfoliator infused with a clay based cleanser. These pods can also be used as a mask!

Night R1 Retinol Facial Oil ($49.00) - This retinol oil will help reduce acne, scarring, and the jojoba should work similarly balancing out the skin. This facial oil contains retinol and coenzyme Q10 to reduce lines/signs of aging.

The only cleansing ish pod I've tried is the Boscia mini konjac cleansing sponge with bamboo charcoal (reviewed back in my October '15 Sephora Play box). I wasn't left with any lasting impressions so I was pretty excited to try this sponge. This cleansing pod is about the size of a bouncy ball. You dampen it thus activating the foaming cleanser and apply in circular motions. This sponge is not good for removing makeup at all so I would not suggest using this with a full face. It can be used 2-5 times but let's see how long I can get. I've used this about 3 times so far and its given me a great amount of foaming cleanser every time. I prefer to use this cleanser after a day without makeup when my skin just feels oily from the outdoors. I think this pod would be best for when I'm traveling. Carrying a face wash through TSA security check is such a pain and I own so little travel size face washes. This sponge + make up wipes + another cleanser will be the perfect trio. 

I feel ambivalent about this oil. I've used it on nights where my skin was reenacting Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen and it didn't help. However, I just used it recently in a spot that kept breaking out and it helped significantly. It also helped fade some acne scars which is quite nice. I think I just need to use this serum in really small quantities. However, I am noticing a slight difference.

Overall these products were a nice pick me up. The retinol facial oil has been helping with my pesky break outs. I'm also super excited to take a cleansing pod with me next time I travel domestically.

Hope everyone had a safe and fun Thanksgiving weekend. Honestly I am wishing this weekend won't end but I am ready for the holiday season. 

I received these products complimentary from Alana Mitchell for testing purposes. All opinions are always my own.

Photos by BMB Photography

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