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As many species of fish there are in the ocean, there are probably twice as many more plants many of which haven’t even been discovered yet. And that’s where the H2O+ line comes in. If it’s in the sea, they’re trying it out in their products. They just came out with a new collection called the Sea Moss Collection and the three products contain micro-fine volcanic black sand that’s obtained from real cooled lava found in Polynesia lagoons and island, mineral-rich red and brown algae and Irish moss

My pick of the litter has to be the Sea Moss Black Sand Body Scrub ($18.50/8oz). This body cleaning double-dutier  contains the above ingredients as well as sea salt, aloe vera, provitamin B and smells lightly of water lily and other marine accords. And did I mention is scrubs like the dickens? Love it.  

Also available in Sea Moss Replenishing Body Wash ($16/12.5oz), Sea Moss Replenishing Body Lotion ($19.50/8.5oz) and they also have 2oz travel sizes of each. All @ h2oplus.com. 

Disclosure: A sample of this item was provided for review purposes.

I’m beginning to think that a face serum is a must-use product. I mean, they are concentrated with really good-for-skin anti-aging ingredients so how could you not make one part of your everyday regimen? I have been using H2O+ Night Oasis Oxygenating Energizer Serum ($38/1oz @ h2oplus.com) for the past month think I have seen my skin’s overall radiance and tone really perk up. So what key ingredients does this one contain?

Melon Oxidizer – traps and converts free radicals into oxygen (didn’t know this was possible!).

Goji Glycopeptides – an extract from goji berries that stimulates collagen and protects with antioxidants.

Hydrating Marine Blend – using marine botanicals like sea fennel, sea lettuce and wakame, this blend helps optimize the skin’s moisture balance.

What else should you know about this one? It’s 100% oil-free and water-based and well, really seems to work! And since it’s summer, using something made with ingredients from the sea is fitting.

Disclosure: A sample of this item was provided to Cybelesays.com for review purposes.

My love of oils is no secret when it comes to using them in beauty. There’s no better way to keep moisture where it should be, on the skin. Here’s two new ones used at two different times.

For during the shower - H2O+ Cleansing Body Oil ($22/7oz) from the new Sea Pure line. This light foaming cleanser contains 97% natural ingredients we like such as sea lavender, Sunflower, Bergamot and Rosemary and doesn’t contain ingredients we don’t like arabens, phthalates and sulfates. This is a full collection of products for face and body so check them all out @ h2oplus.com.

For after the shower - LALICIOUS Body Oil in Sugar Kiss ($24/8oz @ lalicious.com) – the first ingredient on the list is coconut oil and then Sweet Almond Oil, so you know this one is lush. And this new Sugar Kiss scent is one of those you wish came in a spray form so you could wear it as your scent. Citrus, rose and vanilla never smelled so absolutely fabulous!

Disclosure: The following items were provided to Cybelesays.com for review purposes.

It’s hard for me to slip into some body cream or lotion in the summer months but my skin can’t seem to get enough in the stark cold winter months. Here’s a few that have been star skin savers for after the shower.

1. H2O+ new Sea Marine Triple Butter Body Cream ($25/8oz @ h2oplus.com)

2. WHISH Lemongrass Three Whishes Body Butter ($24/5oz @ whishbody.com)

3. ANTICA FARMACISTA Body Moisturizer in Peonia, Gardenia & Rosa ($25/10poz @ anticafarmacista.com)

4. TREAT BEAUTY O’ My Goodness Pink Grapefruit Organic Body Cream ($34/8oz @ treatbeauty.com)

H2O has some yummy new additions to their line. The Sea Marine collection focuses on Restore + Renew + Replenish and using seaweed extracts and botanicals in the products. Shampoo, conditioner, hand cleanser, a candle and more

Sea Marine Body Scrub ($17.50/8oz) is made skin-nourishing ingredients like sea lettuce, aloe vera and pumice. Make sure to only use this on your body as pumice is much too harsh for the face!

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I consider greens, as in mossy greens, a very neutral color. They are so earthy, warm and natural that they could take the place of nudes in most cases. Olive, tarragon, and the creatively named products below, all make up our 2^nd Fall Color Pick, Mossy Green.
The way I’m thinking about this piece is if I were to paint a picture of moss using different shades and textures, which ones would I use? Here are our picks to make up our portrait:

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1. PORTICO SPA Clarifying Shampoo $14/6.7oz @ porticospa.com
2. L’OREAL H.I.P. Pure Pigment Shadow Stick in Mesmerizing $9.99 @ walgreens.com
3. PUR MINERALS Pur Colour Shadow in True Emerald $12 @ purminerals.com
4. URBAN DECAY Smokeout Blending Eye Pencil in Green Goddess $14 @ beauty.com
5. ORLY Nail Lacquer in Green With Envy $3.19 @ head2toebeauty.com
6. CREATIVE SPA Sea Rocks Soak $12/5oz @ prettylikeme.com
7. THE BODY SHOP Shimmer Smudger in Slate Green $13.50 @ thebodyshop.com
8. ASTARA Green Papaya Nutrient Mask $39/2.2oz @ beauty.com
9. BECCA Line + Illuminate Pencil in Fiji $22 @ bergdorfgoodman.com
10. LORAC Front of the Line Waterproof Eyeliner in Green $20 @ sephora.com
11. URBAN APOTHECARY Mineral Shadow in Citrine $10 @ urbanapothecary.com
12. SiSLEY Phyto-Ombre Eclat Long Lasting Eye Shadow in Anis $40 @ sisley-cosmetics.com
13. DIORkiss in Granny Smith 308 $19 @ sephora.com
14. SONIA KASHUK Eye Definer and Eye Smudger in Olive Suede $5.99 @ Target stores
15. PRESCRIPTIVES Colorscope Creamy Eye Color in Jungle $18 @ prescriptives.com
16. GiELLA Nail Polish in Cat’s Eye $25 @ giella.com
17. MISTRAL Bath Salts in South Seas $5.50/2.1oz @ mistralsoap.com
18. H2O+ SPA Exfoliating Sea Marine Body Wash $18/8oz @ h2oplus.com
19. TARTE Eyeshadow in Peyton Place $17 @ tartecosmetics.com

The Queen of (Sun) Screen? *drum roll please * that would be ME. And if you are going to put sunscreen on your face, don't forget the important eye region. The area can be sensitive with some sunscreens so that’s why I was thrilled to find H2O PLUS Aqualibrium Self Defense Eye Protector with SPF 15 ($28/.5oz @ h2oplus.com). While providing non-irritating sun protection, this cream also targets the needs of the delicate eye contour area, including puffiness and dark circles, with their signature sea derived ingredients. And the hydration you get is outstanding (another very important requirement for me). So this is a fabulous, all in one eye cream you should definitely try. ~Lisa

In continuing our coverage of the best summer scents, H2O+ has just come out with some “hot time in the summer” products. After a long day at the pool, jump in the shower and slather on their Bath Aquatics Poolside Shower & Bath Gel ($9/8oz) and then the Bath Aquatics Poolside Mositurizing Body Balm ($11.50/8oz). Yes they're fun but they're also good for skin. The Gel contains botanical blends, seaweed extract and Aloe Vera, among others. And the Balm contains Glycerin to help retain moisture. Each has notes of magnolia blossom, green melon and white floral. So sunny and happy this duo is! Both @ h2oplus.com