Transform Your Skin with Meaningful Beauty {Review & Giveaway}

As much as I don’t want to admit it I’m definitely at an age where I need to be thinking about anti-aging skin care. And I don’t think I can any longer claim an interest in anti-aging “just for prevention”. And no matter how much I tell my daughter that it’s what’s on the inside that counts, I, like many women, am totally influenced by how I look on the outside. Days when I look good, I feel good. And, I want to feel good more often than not. A big part of that is having confidence in my skin. I don’t want premature wrinkles, I don’t want blemishes, I want my skin to glow. (And, by the way, how unfair is it that at 34 I have to worry about wrinkles AND zits?! That’s just not right.) Needless to say, when I had the opportunity to work with Meaningful Beauty to try the products – and share them with you – I was delighted. After all, this is a system that claims is can “help transform your skin, and diminish the visible signs of aging.” Yes, please!

What Is Meaningful Beauty?

We all know Cindy Crawford as the beautiful supermodel, but these days she’s the force behind a comprehensive skin care line called Meaningful Beauty. She says, “Meaningful Beauty was the result of my search for the perfect skin care system.” Here’s more of the story:

Being one of the most famous faces in the world, and the frequent travel, long hours and heavy makeup that go along with it, can really take a toll on your skin. Yet, Cindy Crawford has seemed to defy the aging process—her skin is remarkably youthful and virtually free of lines and wrinkles.

Her secret is French anti-aging specialist Dr. Jean-Louis Sebagh and his revolutionary “Age Maintenance” approach to skin care. Since first experiencing the dramatic results of his youth-enhancing treatments over 15 years ago, she’s been a fan, friend and client of this world famous skin specialist.

Cindy believes so strongly in Dr. Sebagh’s anti-aging formulas that she’s collaborated with him to bring the amazing benefits to women everywhere in the form of Meaningful Beauty.

My Meaningful Beauty Skin Care System

The System is based on the idea that there are 5 Steps to More Beautiful Skin – and, of course, Meaningful Beauty has products that achieve each step.

1. Cleanse
2. Protect
3. Repair
4. Revitalize
5. Purify

I’ve been using Meaningful Beauty for a few weeks and for the first time in as long as I can remember have a definite “skin care routine”. The 5 piece Introductory Kit I received included a “Cindy’s Daily Routine” card with a recommended routine and I’ve pretty much followed that every day. Here’s what I use:

Morning

• Skin Softening Cleanser
• Glowing Serum
• Antioxidant Day Crème SPF 20 UVA/UVB
• Firming Chest and Neck Crème
• Lifting Eye Crème

Evening

• Skin Softening Cleanser
• Crème de Serum
• Lifting Eye Crème

It’s hard to pick a favorite product of the bunch, so I’ll tell you a little bit about each. First, this is going to sound silly but I love that you can massage the Skin Softening Cleanser into dry skin and then wipe off with a washcloth. Why? Because it’s getting cold and I swear my bathroom is 20 degrees colder than any other room in the house and I don’t want to splash my face with water to start or end the day. It seems much more comfortable to me to apply the cleanser dry and wipe it off  with a warm wet wash cloth. The Glowing Serum and Crème de Serum (pictured left) are both great because a little bit goes a long way. I only apply a small squirt of each on my entire face but can feel the difference after application. They are like a concentrated lotion, of sorts. (And, if I have to pick a favorite product I’m totally going with the Creme de Serum. And not just because it looks cool, but because it feels pretty, too.)

The Day Crème is great because it’s a lotion that isn’t oily or greasy but definitely comforts the skin. It’s been cold, which makes my already dry skin drink up moisturizer, and I find that the Day Creme soothes my skin and it doesn’t feel dry and itchy and desperate for more after application. I will readily admit that I do not pay any attention to the skin on my chest and neck so having a dedicated lotion to address this area is great. And, finally, the Lifting Eye Crème is another product where a little bit goes a long way. I wear contacts and squint a lot so I fear I have lots of wrinkles in this area in my future. I like using this twice a day and it adds a brightness around my eyes that I haven’t noticed with other creams.

Meaningful Results?

So now you know what I’ve been using, but I’m sure you’re wondering if it works. I find myself trying not to sound too enthusiastic because I don’t want to sound cheesy or like I’m exaggerating. But honestly? I felt like my skin looked and felt different within days of starting the Meaningful Beauty routine. My skin has felt softer and smoother, looks more bright and I’ve only had one blemish in the 3 weeks I’ve been using the product. I’ve been pregnant for, oh, about 7 and a half months and it’s only been since I started using this system that I’ve heard comments about the “pregnancy glow” from friends and acquaintances.

(Pregnancy disclaimer: I made a quick call to my OB doctor to get a list of products and ingredients to avoid while pregnant and none of those are in the products I’m using (though some are in other products from the line). Obviously, speak to your own doctor before starting any new routine or regime while pregnant.)

I’ll be writing a follow up in a few weeks so stay tuned to see if my positive experience continues.

To Buy or Not to Buy

To Buy… Obviously I can’t make any guarantees about how this product will work for you (though Meaningful Beauty does – they offer a 60-day money back guarantee), but I can tell you that its’ made a positive change in my skin. And, I’m ordering a three-months supply of the 5-Piece System when my current supply runs out. I honestly don’t want to give up the routine, that’s how pleased I am with the results.

Or Not to Buy… Meaningful Beauty costs more than some products at the corner drug store, and requires a commitment to do the complete system for ultimate results.

Shop! The most economical way to start using Meaningful Beauty is to use a multi-piece system which has everything you need for a complete skin care routine. The 5 Piece System is $39.95 and the Deluxe 7 Piece System is $46.65 (for an estimated 30-day supply). The entire Meaningful Beauty skin care line is very extensive with many additional products – see them all online here.

Win! A Meaningful Beauty Starter Kit!

How to Enter: Leave a comment with your biggest skin care challenge. Wrinkles? Spots? Oily skin? Lack of time for a routine?

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Giveaway ends 11:59 PST December 30. Open to US residents only.

I am a compensated Meaningful Beauty Blogger Ambassador. As always, opinions are my own.