Bayberry Naturals Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer

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   giddyTacos0

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   I received a sample of the Bayberry Naturals Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer in an IPSY bag several months ago. I liked it so much I purchased a full-size (4 oz.) bottle.

   My skin is combination; depending upon the season. In summer, my cheeks, chin, and nose are normal, while my forehead gets a bit oily.

   In winter, my cheeks are dry, while my forehead, nose, and chin are normal.

   I’d been looking for a good daytime moisturizer, as the one I’d been using for several years had been discontinued. I like the way the Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer soaks into my skin immediately, leaving it feelin soft and hydrated, but not the least bit greasy. I also use it to sheer out my foundation (Huda Beauty Faux Filter Foundation or Cover Girl Outlast 3 in 1 – one part foundation to one part Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer) when I need less coverage.

   The only complaint I have about the Bayberry Naturals Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer is the consistency; it’s very, very thin – like milk (at least the sample I received from IPSY was, and the full-size bottle I purchased is – although some who reviewed the product on Amazon didn’t have this issue with the bottles they received).

   However, there are a couple of ways to resolve this issue:

   1). Keep the bottle in the fridge. The moisturizer will thicken to the consistency of yogurt.

   2). Add a small amount (about 1/16 teaspoon) of xanthan gum to the bottle and shake well. Xanthan gum is a thickener used in both food and cosmetics/skincare (if you look at the ingredients list, xanthan gum is already in the product). Xanthan gum is a white powder that looks just like cornstarch; but unlike cornstarch, xanthan gum doesn’t need heat to activate its thickening power. However, it’s very easy to go overboard with xanthan gum, so start with 1/16 teaspoon, shake the bottle thoroughly, then test. If you want the moisturizer a bit thicker, add more in tiny amounts, shaking well and testing the viscosity after each addition until it’s thickened to your liking.

   I added xanthan gum to my bottle, because after a few days, it became a bit annoying to have to run to the fridge to moisturize every time I washed my face.

   Give the Bayberry Naturals Rosehip & Hibiscus Moisturizer a try. It’s an excellent moisturizer at a fair price.