Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! Welcome to the skincare weekend on The Daily Connoisseur. Today, I'm reviewing four different natural skincare lines for you and tomorrow I test out a new technology anti-aging skincare device.



I have been working on this skincare feature for the past few months, trying out different natural skincare lines to share with you. The lines I'm featuring today have different price points, and different features. All are natural, some more than others. Two lines are organic and three of the lines feature anti-aging benefits. I have used each of the lines for a minimum of three weeks straight (I started this back in November) to be able to report my findings to you.

Let's get started. Below, I am sharing pictures and information on the products from the manufacturers. For my opinions and insight, be sure to watch today's video.


Rooted Skincare All of my Grove Collaborative ladies, this affordable natural skincare line is only available at Grove right now.

The Complete Purifying Collection Clears pores without harsh ingredients. This complete collection forgoes parabens and leads with plant extracts. Formulated for oily and combination skin types. Paraben Free and Sulfate free. I really enjoy the scrub in this line as well as the cleansing cloths.

Rooted Complete Sensitive Skin Collection Soothes redness and irritation with plant-based ingredients for smooth, silky skin. From the lightweight cleanser to the French-inspired cleansing water, each product is professionally formulated for reactive skin types. No parabens or sulfates. This is a very mild and gentle line, perfect for those with sensitive skin, who want a natural line, but aren't looking for major anti-aging benefits.


Zatik Naturals(USDA Organic)

This is a wonderful line. My favorite product is the glow moisture cream, which is truly excellent and makes the skin appear as though it's glowing.

Clarity Cleanser Coconut & Matcha Gentle facial cream cleanser removes impurities for vital and healthy skin.
Restores skin’s natural moisture and balances facial clear complexion while providing soft, soothing feel. Suited for makeup wearers, dry to normal and sensitive skin.
Formulated with: harness of organic herbal, floral and pleasant coconut extract delivering fresh and renewed skin feel.
INGREDIENTS
water (aqua), lavandula angustifolia (lavender) hydrosol, caprylic capric triglyceride (MCT, light coconut) oil*, xylityl caprate/caprylate*, camellia sinensis (matcha green tea) extract*, calendula officinalis extract*, erythritol*, sodium caprate/caprylate (saponified MCT oil)*, xanthan gum, silybum marianum (milk thistle) extract*, chamomilla recutita (chamomile) extract*, cocos nucifera (coconut) extract*, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*
*USDA Certified Organic

Peace Toner Jasmine& Lavender Refreshing, comforting, relaxing and soothing toner promotes clear facial complexion. This toner can be a wonderful prelude to a peaceful night rest.
INGREDIENTS
water (aqua), lavandula angustofolia (lavender) hydrosol*, rosa damascena (rose) hydrosol*, erythritol*, moringa oleifera leaf extract*, prunus serotina (wild cherry) extract*, xylityl caprate/ caprylate*, camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract*, euphrasia officinalis (eyebright) extract*, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil*, cananga odorata (ylang ylang) oil*, xanthan gum, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*
*USDA Certified Organic

Glow Moisture Cream FOR DRY SKIN with Sea-Buckthorn & Raspberry - Stimulate your skin’s wonderful prelude towards youthfulness and revitalizing look. Promotes smooth skin feel, softens visible fine lines and wrinkles with botanical oils and extracts. Delivers deep hydration while leaving the skin without a greasy feel.
Formulated with: blend of pure concentrated organic power of floral and berry extracts. Contains unique proportion of omega-3 and omega-7 EFAs oils that provides deep rich nourishing skin hydration without heavy after feel.


Gratitude Face Serum Seaweed & Algae Delightful sea+earth mixture is designed to foster a grateful and youthful skin. Improves and softens the appearance of wrinkle lines while provides needed daily hydration.
Formulated with: blend of organic herbs, essential fatty acids from raw flower and vegetable seed oils, phytosterols, and oligosaccharide (marine algae & seaweed). Phytonutrient-rich and tannin-rich properties help hydrate and smooth wrinkles and facial lines.
INGREDIENTS
water (aqua), simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) oil*, theobroma grandiflorum (capuacu) seed butter*, erythritol*, caprylic capric triglyceride (MCT, light coconut) oil*, algae extract*, passiflora incarnata (passionflower) extract*, spilanthes acmella (flower) extract*, camellia sinensis (green tea) extract*, xylityl cocoate*, prunus serotina (wild cherry) extract*, xylityl caprate/caprylate*, xanthan gum, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract*, canaga odarata (ylang ylang) oil*, vetiveria zizanoides (vetiver) oil*, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*, *, citrus aurantifolia (lime) oil*, gardenia florida (fragrance) oil*
*USDA Certified Organic


Relieve Eye Serum Pomegranate & Eyebright Antioxidant Cocktail Rekindle and elevate youthfulness around thin areas of the eyes. Lightweight formula absorbs quick to smooth and soften the appearance of wrinkle lines and to ease puffiness under the eyes.
Formulated with: Unique blend of concentrated with nutrient rich organic herbal and floral extracts to deliver deep skin hydration, freshness and matte finish.
INGREDIENTS
water (aqua), rosa damascene (rose) hydrosol*, citrus aurantifolia (lime) hydrosol*, caprylic capric triglyceride (MCT, light coconut) oil*, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract*, spilanthes acmella flower extract*, euphrasia officinalis (eyebright) extract*, anthemis nobilis (chamomile) extract*, xylityl caprate/caprylate*, xanthan gum, rosa canina (rosehip) extract*, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*, citrus limon (lemon) oil*, vetiveria zizanoides (vetiver) oil*, garedenia florida (fragrance) oil*
*USDA Certified Organic



Pellu natural beauty (use code JENN20 for 20% off your order) I love the Pellu line. It used to be called Nudu. They have had a re-brand and also reformulated their already great products. I sense a lot of anti-aging performance from this high-end line. The moisturizer here is the priciest per ounce. If you have the budget for this line, it is great. I have listed the individual products below, but I recommend you buy the whole system as it is always offered at a big discount if you buy the bundle. In combination with my code for 20% off (JENN20) the system becomes more affordable.

Pellu Visionary Cleansing Cream is so relaxing, you’ll have a serene glow to match your clean, dewy looking skin. Our key actives are decadent & pretty. Peach, camellia, meadow foam & jojoba oils are rich in omega fatty acids. Perfect to moisturize, condition, & soothe your skin. With aloe vera juice, pomegranate & vitamin E. Your skin will feel clean, supple & soft. Best for normal & dry skin types.

Pellu Serene Liquid Toner is alcohol free & pH balanced. It finishes the cleansing process & hydrates your skin before moisturizer. For peace of mind, this NZ beauty tonic contains traditional, skin loving remedies – manuka honey, kanuka, totara, oat, cucumber & linden flower. For all skin types in need of tender, loving care.

Pellu Passionate Beauty Moisturizer is made with actives that sing to your skin: white tea, green coffee, vitamin E and Australian finger limes. Gorgeous oils of passionfruit, peach and jojoba smooth away dryness and fine lines. An energizing cream best for normal to dry skin.

The konjac sponge is a simple yet astonishingly effective beauty secret from Asia that exfoliates and cleanses pores without irritating or scratching your skin. Made from 100% organic konjac vegetable fiber. Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. Pregnancy safe.

Pellu Generous Hand & Body Cream nourishes your skin, leaving it soft & silky smooth to touch. Mango butter and peach kernel oil smooth and condition. Blackberry extract and vitamin E provide antioxidant benefits. Aloe vera juice hydrates. Pampering moisturizer for all skin types.


Elina Organics Mermaid Elixir
Hydrate, Brighten & Firm Your Skin

Mermaid Elixir is the most moisturizing and anti-aging product. Elina formulated it to make you feel as hydrated as a mermaid, all day long. It contains Natural Peptides, Vegan Hyaluronic Acid, and Marine Collagen to make your skin feel and look silky smooth and nourished. Enriched with Azelaic Acid and Sea Water Pearls, it will brighten and smooth out your complexion.

Ingredients:

All Phyto Ingredients Certified Organic: Distilled Water, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic Spirulina Extract, Organic Camellia Sinensis Leaf (Green Tea) Extract, Organic Algae (Sea Kelp) Extract, Organic Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil Organic Vegetable Glycerin, Sea Water Pearl Powder, Phospholipid Liposome Gel, Marine Collagen Peptide, Xanthamonas campestris (Xanthan) Gum, MSM ( Organic Sulfur), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Cooper Peptide GHK-Cu, Organic Vaccinium myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Saccharum officinarum (Sugar) Cane Extract, Azelaic acid, Populus tremuloides (Aspen) Bark Extract, Alpha tocopherol ( Vitamin E), Propolis Extract, Organic Citrus paradisii (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Cananga odorata var. Genuana (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, Organic Boswelia carterii (Frankincense) Resin Oil.


On my nails: Londontown 9-free vegan nail polish (various shades) including Teatime (the neutral) and Dainty Daze (the periwinkle from their new collection)
Use code JenniferS for 25% off.

I hope you enjoyed the reviews in today's video. If you try any of these skincare lines, please let us know how you liked them!

I'll see you tomorrow for another skincare video where I try a new anti-aging device. See you tomorrow!


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It's time for another Mrs. Meyer's review, this time of her newest scent, Rain Water.



Rain Water is a very pleasant, mild, subtle scent that is really nice for the transition from winter to spring. It reminds me of Issey Miyake's L'eau D'Issey (although I couldn't remember that while I was speaking :) )



I hope you enjoy my quick review in today's video.

This scent can only be found at Grove Collaborative currently. I'm passing on Grove's February special to you here:



New customers receive: Mrs. Meyer's Hand Soap, Mrs. Meyer's Dish Soap, Seedling Paper Towels, Seedling Bath Tissue, Grove Walnut Scrubber Sponges
Free Shipping & VIP Trial when you spend $20.

Existing Customer Offer:
Grove Walnut Scrubber Sponges

The Seedling paper towels and bath tissue are made of bamboo. I haven't tried them yet but have an order on the way. Let me know if you like them!

If you've tried the new Mrs. Meyer's rain water, please leave your thoughts in the comments. Thank you and I'll see you on Thursday for a fun collaboration video with Robin from Faith and Flour!



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On today's episode of Natural Home with Jennifer, I'm cleaning our master bathroom using natural cleaning products. Our master bathroom is quite large so it takes a long time to clean, but I find it very relaxing and satisfying to tackle this room once a week and clean it from top to bottom.



I usually wipe the countertops a few times a week, but the deep clean comes once a week.

I'm using Grove Collaborative's cleaning concentrates in the lavender & thyme scent for today's cleaning. I like these concentrates because they clean well, smell like a fresh spa, and are eco-friendly due to their limited packaging. The 3-pack of concentrates sell for $7.95, making each bottle only $2.65 each, so they are very affordable too.

Grove's January promotion for new customers is the following: receive a 3-pack of cleaning concentrates, a Grove spray bottle, a new matte cleaning caddy, and walnut scrubber sponges when you spend $20. Existing customers receive a set of walnut scrubber sponges in their next order.



During the video, I also share a few products with you that I have been using in my beauty routine. The first is La Beauté hair serum. I discovered this by using a sample given to me at a beauty supply. This works amazingly to tame frizz and give a smooth blow-dry.

Another item I share is the eco tools makeup brush wipes. I use these every other day to wipe my makeup brushes. It does the trick for in-between washes. I try to wash them with soap and water every ten days to two weeks.

Also mentioned in the video is Bend Soap natural deodorant and goat milk soaps (use code DC10 for 10% off your first order). To clean the floor, I first vacuum with my cordless Dyson (which I absolutely love). I then mop the floor with Method's Squirt + Mop tile floor cleaner and my microfiber mop. This is the camera I use to film my videos and this is the ring light.

I hope you enjoyed cleaning with me in today's video. I would love to know what products you like to use to clean your bathrooms.

Be sure to stop by the blog tomorrow for my latest collaboration with Halsbrook. I'll be collaging their beautiful pieces for winter/ resort 2019. See you then!


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You know you're getting old when you get excited about receiving cleaning products in the mail. Ha!



Grove Collaborative sent me a surprise package with their new gel dish soap and hand soap plus reusable glass pump dispensers. I love Grove's products because not only are they eco friendly and affordable, but they have the most wonderful scent. I reviewed their cleaning concentrates in a previous video.



Today, I unbox their new soaps and try them out for the first time. The gel dish soap in Lemon, Eucalyptus, and Mint smells fresh and crisp- perfect for the kitchen. It has two refills in it and sells for $5.95, making it $2.97 per refill.

The gel hand soap has 3 refills in it and also sells for $5.95, making it less than two dollars per refill. These are excellent prices!

I find that the gel soaps perform beautifully. I also love the high-quality glass dispensers. The silicone base on the dish soap dispenser is handy in keeping the glass intact. My favorite part of the products are their wonderful scents, which are spa-like in nature.

I hope you enjoy my unboxing and review in today's video.



Grove's November offer features the Mrs. Meyer's holiday scents. If you missed my review last week, I share which one was my favorite. The three scents are Iowa Pine, Peppermint, and Orange Clove. New customers receive a Mrs. Meyer's holiday trio (dish soap, hand soap, and multi-purpose spray in the scents of their choice) along with a red Grove cleaning caddy and walnut scrubber sponges when you spend $20. Existing customers receive walnut scrubber sponges.

I hope you enjoy today's video.


Before we close, I want to extend my prayers to the families affected by the horrible tragedies in California this week: the tragedy in Thousand Oaks, and the people affected by the wildfire in Paradise, CA. One of my best friends, Romi, has likely lost her home in Paradise. I am just so thankful that she and her family are all OK.


Have a nice weekend and hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight.

With love,

Jennifer

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On today's Natural Home with Jennifer, I'm reviewing the Mrs. Meyer's limited edition holiday scents. I'm also sharing Grove Collaborative's November special with you, and taking you on a trip to Riley's Farms in beautiful Oak Glen, California.



There are three holiday scents in the Mrs. Meyer's line this year: Iowa Pine, Peppermint, and Orange Clove.



Iowa Pine smells very much like the Bath & Bodyworks candle, Fresh Balsam. It smells like a sweet, fresh Christmas tree. The scent is subtle and I love it.



Orange Clove has a delightfully rich orange essence with a spicy hint of clove. If you love the smell of pomanders at Christmastime, you would love this scent.



Peppermint is very pure and true. It smells like a peppermint candy with a hint of vanilla. It's peppy and fun.

I took the family consensus and we all liked Iowa Pine the best but the other two scents were a close second.

I hope you enjoy today's video.

Here are the details for Grove's November promotion:



Right now, you can get a free Mrs. Meyer's holiday trio in your choice of scents (Iowa Pine, Peppermint, or Orange Clove), plus a free set of Grove Collaborative walnut scrubber sponges — all packed up in a limited edition red cleaning caddy for gifting (or keeping!).
New customers will get the holiday set when you place your first order of $20:
Free Mrs. Meyer's holiday hand soap
Free Mrs. Meyer's holiday dish soap
Free Mrs. Meyer's holiday multi-surface spray
Grove Collaborative red caddy
Grove Collaborative walnut scrubber sponges

Plus, if you spend $39, you’ll also receive a free Grove stoneware tray to beautifully display your new holiday soaps.
If you’re already a Grove customer, you’ll get a free set of Grove walnut scrubbers.


We recently went on another field trip to Riley's Farm in beautiful Oak Glen, California. This time we learned about the American Civil War. The kids had so much fun and learned many fascinating details about that time in history. The scenery is beautiful up there. If you are ever visiting California and near that area, I highly recommend a fun trip to Riley's farm to pick apples. I bought a chicken pot pie and apple crumb pie from their bakery to take home for dinner. Simply delicious.

Here are the fruit butters and preserves I purchased from our field trip to Riley's Farm.



The pumpkin butter is so amazing. It tastes like a pumpkin pie jam.

I hope you enjoyed this episode of Natural Home with Jennifer. I'll see you on Monday. Have a wonderful weekend!

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