Nayri Leanna Gregor
Living in LA, I’ve noticed that the dry heat really messes with my skin. Somedays it’s oily while other days it’s dry because of the fluctuating humidity. I’ve been testing out a few different skincare lines to find the best price and value of ingredients and I have narrowed it down to one brand, RilaStil. Their products range between $25-$145 and they have highly concentrated ingredients in their products- so little amounts go a long way. Their main focus is on “re-elasticizing” the skin and if you’re looking for a better-than-drugstore quality that aids the skin and reverses the signs of aging, this line would be a good one to try.
I recently bought 6 products to start with and although I didn’t like them all, I’ve turned into a lifetime fan of their skincare solutions. I wasn’t as thrilled about their makeup line, but I’m hoping it will soon catch up to the quality and prestige of their skin care products. Here are the details about the 6 products I put to the test, in order of preference:
I have very sensitive eyes that swell up easily; allergy season, lack of sleep or water consumption- when something’s off about me my eyes tell it all. I found that this contour cream significantly helped decrease the puffiness under my eyes on the days I needed it most. The results became apparent immediately after using it and what I loved most is that a tiny bit of the product is all you need to get the desired effect. I used just a small squeeze of it that was just enough to cover the under-eye area of my skin and it worked like a charm. Would I buy this again: Yes! This was by far my favorite product.
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While most people use retinol-infused skincare products to achieve firm skin, there have been recent claims that one of it’s side effects is that it thins out the skin- making it more vulnerable to wrinkles. Rather than using retinol as the active ingredient, RilaStil’s brightness intensifier, uses “Niacinamide” which is a form of Vitamin B3, that’s known to stimulate production of collagen, which is a protein that gives skin a youthful firmness. According to RilaStil studies, “After 4 weeks, elastin synthesis increased by 43% for a firmer, more toned appearance. In a 12-week clinical study against a prescription retinoic acid, investigator analysis graded the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles equal as or more effective than the prescription treatment. Pair with Progression HD Brightness Activator to maximize results.” Would I buy this again? Yes.
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The best way to test the power of an astringent is to wash your makeup off with a deep cleanser, then pour a little astringent on a cotton ball and swipe your t-zone (across your forehead and down your nose). If your cotton ball shows traces of foundation or oily residue then you know your toner is working. The Daily Care Astringent passed this test for me with flying colors, but I was surprised to find that it didn’t dry out my skin. RilaStil’s moisturizing formula left my face feeling refreshed, clean, and softer than most highly concentrated toners. Would I buy this again? Yes.
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The brightness serum is my favorite product from this line. Just the texture alone is loaded with greatness; thick and glossy out of the bottle, but once applied to the face it feels light and invigorating. Less than a minute after I applied it, I could feel it conditioning my face and as I was pressing it into my skin, my skin felt like it was coated with a layer of silk. I used it over night and in the morning, my skin was so smooth- similar to the way it would feel to exfoliate and moisturize but all I had done was leave the serum on my face overnight. Would I buy this again? Yes, but if I had a choice between the activator and intensifier, I would go with the intensifier.
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I liked it, but didn’t love it. It instructs that you use it alone or on top of foundation. From my experience, I didn’t get any type of coverage and it set like a translucent powder. On top of foundation it definitely worked as a mattifier but still, I don’t think it’s worth getting this product for its mattifying properties. I would instead go for a foundation that has a matte finish instead of creating a two-step process with a separate foundation, and this powder. Would I buy this again? No. I would rather use a foundation that has a built-in matte finish. Or, a powder that has more coverage.
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Of course, everyone’s skin is different, so although this may work on other skin types, it didn’t work on mine. I have an olive complexion and the colors in this powder didn’t show on my face. I tried applying about 5 layers of the powder on my face, but it barely showed. It failed to deliver the “sun-kissed” glow as advertised on the description. Would I buy this again? No. I would rather stick to darker, more pigmented and shimmery bronzers.
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Hello ,your skin looks amazing.i tried this product,samples were given to me.i cant really decide if I like product.i would need to buy more of product to see and feel a better feeling towards product.im a single mom and I feel like product is a little on pricy side but if its worth it ill do it.pls tell me how long u have been using product ,wha t do u recommend.i have dry skin.i want my skin to look healthy and flawless.with some glow.lol.thank you
Hi Elisa,
When battling dry skin it's important to stick with a regimen for at least 30 days. That's how long I use a product before determining if it's for me. Also, drinking plenty of water and cutting down on caffeine is a huge factor. You wouldn't believe how much that changed my skin once I made a simple switch to decaf. As for achieving younger, youthful looking skin I think you should start by making sure you use an astringent before and after wearing makeup so that your base is always clean. Wear heavier moisturizers before going to bed so that your skin has all night to soak up the moisture and repair the dryness. If you want to learn your skin and ease into a more affordable brand, I highly recommend trying Mario Badescu. My favorite product is the Moisture Magnet because it also has spf 15, which if you live in a sunnier climate, it's always good to incorporate spf into your daily routine.