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Body Care
Barc Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Tester #1: Hispanic Male (Dominican) who shaves with a triple blade razor 2-3 times a week and suffers from razor bumps (ingrown hairs).
"This was really effective. After shaving I used for just one week and saw great results in my skin. The bumps that usually popped up on my lower chin were significantly reduced and my skin was very well moisturized which was great. I began using everyday in place of a face lotion and noticed that I if I did get a bump, it would virtually disappear just a day later. Great pump packaging and it was easy to take to the gym/sauna where I'm a regular." T.H.
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This product gets 4 "Palacinka Points" *
Tester #2: African-American women who shaves underarms with a triple blade razor 2x week and suffers from occasional ingrown hairs.
"I really liked this product. I used it after every shave and the bumps, if they did appear were tiny, tiny, and then disappeared a day later thanks to this glycolic acid formulation which was super effective but also gentle. I didn't get any rashes or irritations after using it. It's a very light textured cream with no fragrance so it doesn't interfere with other body lotions, deodorant or any other body products I used (and yes I use more than a few). I like the fresh, young packaging and pump dispenser on top as well. This is a great secret weapon in the battle against ingrown hairs ladies!" P.N.
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This product gets 4 "Palacinka Points" *
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Origins Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Shedonism Deeply Hydrating Butter Cream
Tester: African (Ethiopian) with very dry skin on body.
"This is my new favorite treat for my body! It contains lots of florals like Tahitian tiare, jasmine, ylang ylang, and some citrus; sweet mandarin, and bergamot...it’s divine!! Mostly what lingers on me is a very soft, true, jasmine with a touch of ylang ylang and gardenia. I love that the scent comes from essential oils and not from chemicals so the scent is true and perfect.
Even though I have very dry skin, I usually shy away from 'butters' as they normally leave me feeling greasy, but not this one. The feel is rich and creamy without being thick. The texture is like silk so each day my skin was super hydrating without ever being greasy. It also left my skin so soft all day – no dry patches on my lower legs for instance as has happened with other products I’ve used. Each day I would spread it on and the heat from my body and hands dissolved it into an oil-like texture that absorbs completely in about 5 minutes and gave me naturally healthy looking skin. The packaging is the usual plastic tub, but it's nicely done and looks great on my counter." C.A.
Note: This is for floral scent lovers as the major scent notes are strong gardenia, and jasmine flowers. The smell also lingers on the skin…
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This product gets 4 "Palacinka Points" *
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Origins Shedonism Shaving Mousse
Tester: African-American with combination skin *Special guest reviewer!
"This mousse has taken my shaving regime to another level. After using this product in all the necessary place, underarms and legs, I must admit that I will NEVER go back to shower gel. How could I. First, I slathered a not so thick layer on my legs and it did not run. I proceeded to shave and I love the way the razor glided. This product contains enough oils that after my shave my legs were smooth and silky. Origins has found a way to make shaving a little more luxurious and I am definitely thankful." J.C.
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This product gets 4 "Palacinka Points" *
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Skin MD Natural Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Tester: Multi-Ethnic (African-American/French Canadian) with dry skin and a tendency towards eczema, particularly on feet and suffers from very dry heels.
“I was amazed at how smooth and soft my feet looked and felt throughout the day, using just a tiny amount on the first day. I am very cautious about putting new creams on my face, but after seeing such great results on my feet, I also used as a facial moisturizer in the AM. By the end of using the bottle, I was using it pretty much everywhere - my feet, arms & legs, face and neck. Voila! There has been a remarkable difference in my skin in these areas. Even more amazing was that Skin MD Natural remained effective through several hand washings. Great product that I’m sure will become an insider favorite!” L.M.
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This product gets 4 "Palacinka Points" *
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L'Oreal Palacinka Product Rating Guide
L'Oreal Sublime Slim Tightening + Toning Treatment Gel, Abs
Tester: African-American with dry skin who recently had a baby about a year ago. She has lost 10 lbs in the last 3 months.
“I love Slim Abs. I combined using this 2x a day (AM and PM) with my diet and exercise program. Before the baby I had a nice flat belly and small waist, and although my stomach went down to my pre-pregnancy size after the baby (yes I was lucky), I can honestly say that after using the Sublime Slim, my abs feel tighter, the little lower belly bulge and the “spongy” appearance that I had on my lower abdomen after the baby is not completely gone, but significantly reduced. My skin is soft and supple and feels really hydrated. With a beach vacation on the horizon, I plan to continue using this and feel much more confident getting back into my bikini. I'm sticking with it!” H.B.
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This product gets 3 "Palacinka Points" *
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L'Oreal Sublime Slim Targeted Body Firming Treatment Patches
Tester: African-American with dry skin who recently had a baby about a year ago. She has lost 10 lbs in the last 3 months.
“I also reviewed the L'Oreal Sublime Slim Tightening + Toning Treatment Gel, Abs and I was just as impressed with the Patches. I would apply these only at night as directed, over the sides of my waist, and my upper thighs. What a cool idea! I felt so futuristic applying these, deck- of- cards sized, thin patches on my thighs and abs before going to bed at night. I did feel a tingling, but not unpleasant, sensation for several minutes after applying the patches. In the AM, the skin on these areas was as soft as a baby and as the weeks went on, so much tighter and the little lumps, while not disappearing completely, looked noticeably better. These come in individual foil packs which make it easy for travel too. These patches are a great idea that actually produces real results. I can’t wait to see more of this type of product from L’Oreal.” H.B.
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This product gets 3 "Palacinka Points" *
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Tester: Hispanic (Puerto Rican) with dry skin on body and within 10lbs of desired weight. Works out 2x week.
"This product came at the perfect time - my husband and are are going to Brazil soon and I want to wear the sexiest bikini possible and feel great doing it. I'm already doing the hard core diet (no sugar, counting calories) and working out and I'm down 5lbs with 5 more to go. The first week of using this, I only noticed a slight change in my cellulite and tone. However, after using 2x a day by the end of the second week that difference was much more pronounced and my thighs were feeling more and more toned. By week three my thighs felt super smooth and much tighter with much less cellulite appearing on the backs of my thighs. I really like the fresh, marine scent of this body gel, the light texture and baby blue color. The gel sinks in fairly quickly, but you do need to wait a minute before getting dressed for it to completely dry. After using it so often I found that I felt a little "loose" when I didn't - and I immediately went back to my routine! It's now been over a month and I can honestly say that this is a great product and will definitely help, along with your lifestyle changes, to help tone and diminish the appearance of cellulite." - D.D.
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Aqua Dessa
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Lierac
Lierac - Body Lift 10 Buste ( Bust ) - 150ml/5oz
Tester: Multi-Ethnic (Jamaican & French Canadian) with med/dry skin on body and has recently had a baby.
"This was a nice treat for me. The lotion is not greasy or heavy at all - really light and fresh smelling. I am a D cup and I put this on immediately after showering each morning and I would sleep in a non-underwire bra each night. My impression was that it really made my breasts look firmer and better shaped and very, very well hydrated with soft & smooth skin. The scent is almost a fresh tea/citrus touch and the lotion itself a pearly lemon yellow color just like the tube (nice!). I really can see the results. After giving birth my breasts dropped and looked somehow empty. It's now been a little over a month and my boobs are in the same shape they were before I got pregnant with my daughter. So if you would like a little help with firmness, give this a try! I will definitely continue to use a few times a week now to maintain the results" -H.M.
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MD Skincare by Dr. Dennis Gross Palacinka Product Rating Guide
MD Skincare Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Daily Body Peel
Tester: African-American with dry skin on body and some hyperpigmentation.
"This is exactly what I needed! I have some uneven coloring/dark spots on my lower thighs and my tummy (a carry over from my recent pregnancy I think). I have to say that since using this product religiously, my skin has never been better. My skin feels considerably softer, my darker spots considerably lighter, and my skin just feels really good overall.
What's really great about the peel is that it is really easy to use. The kit comes with two jars of pads that look like huge stridex pads, but are not as abrasive. There is the jar of step-1 pads that contain AHA's and BHA's which I used every day. At first this step burned for my first few applications, but then my skin becomes regulated to it. I swiped these pads all over my body and concentrated on my lower body until the pad was dry and left it on for 2-3 minutes. Then I moved on to step two which is the neutralizer. This step is much more soothing. It feels like a cooling and softening toner. This step is another pad that you swipe all over your body areas and wait until it dries to apply your moisturizer or other products. It contains vitamins, anti-oxidants and green tea extract. I also had a few little bumps on the back on my thighs and upper back and I used it on those areas too. Yes, it took a little more time in my daily routine, but it works great and is worth every penny and for the remarkable difference I saw in my skin!"- L.H.
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Laura Mercier Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Laura Mercier Tarte au Citron Body & Bath Collection 8 oz Body Lotion --Great Last Minute Gift Idea!
Tester: Wester Indian (Jamaican) with dry skin on body
"The scent of this product is exactly like that of a citrus tart--lemon and vanilla. The scent lingers all day. The lotion is divine, as it really moisturizes, sinking in and leaving soft, supple skin, not a greasy mess. It smells like lemon cream pie, drizzled with frosting -- very similar to a French pastry (which it was modeled after). You might think that sounds overly sweet, but no! I am quite sensitive to sweet scents, since my body chemistry turns most scents into a sickingly-sweet smell, but this scent does not turn on me. On my skin, it smells like creamy lemon, warm and inviting, perfect for fall and winter. There is not a trace of artifical scent or plastic tone to it -- just pure, unadulterated lemons and cream. It has a hint of something else -- pastry crust or something? -- but perhaps I'm just imagining that, since I always think of lemon cream pie when I think of this. I have never adored a cream more - such a wonderful treat for the skin!" - G.H.
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Peter Thomas Roth Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Tester: Multi-Ethnic (Jamaican and British) with very dry skin on body.
"Very good. I used this product twice a day on my body. I noticed that my skin had a really nice tone in the test period I used it - a bit of a glow, which is nice. This is a great AHA lotion to prevent ingrown hairs on legs and small bumps on arms. Since it is fairly fluid a little goes a long way. It got rid of the bumps I get on my legs very quickly. I love how it is not greasy but still gave me great hydration. It's great that it isn't so greasy that I can't apply it before I put on sandals." - K.D.
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Korres Palacinka Product Rating Guide
Korres Natural Products Grape Seed Body Scrub 5 oz
Tester: African-American with dry skin that is occasionally sensitive.
"This is a wonderful body scrub. It's the perfect texture (not too scratchy and not too little and soft) and leaves my skin feeling soft, but not greasy. It didn't cause any irritations or breakouts either. The fragrance is amazing the way many of the Korres products are - it's a very soft wine-like fragrance mixed with a slightly sweet element. I also love that it comes in a tube - so many body scrubs are packaged in jars and that can be awkward in the shower. I will definitely continue to repurchase." - J.L.
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Korres Natural Products Guava Body Butter 5 oz (Pictured, center)
Tester: Asian (Filipino) with very dry body skin.