My skin no longer hates the wake up call! (Elizabeth Arden Good Morning Skin Serum)

Member Name: mrsgladwin

Product:	Elizabeth Arden Good Morning Skin Serum
Date:	24/05/09 (27 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Leaves skin feeling smooth and supple

Disadvantages: Expensive

I first discovered this serum when it came in a small sample sized tube in a bonus pack that was free with another Elizabeth Arden product. I'd tried a few Elizabeth Arden face products and always found them kind to my sensitive skin so having never tried this particular product before I thought I'd give it a go. I now buy and use this product regularly.

~Packaging~

The serum comes packaged in the simplistic style I have come to expect from Elizabeth Arden. The box is white, and features the brand name, logo and product title in black writing. This minimalistic packaging is quite appealing in my opinion, as it looks classy and clean.

The container itself is a slender translucent tube that allows you to see how much of the serum is remaining. The tube itself is also minimalistic, again with just the brand and product name printed on. The product comes out of a pump at the top of the tube, which I found to be a nice feature, much more hygienic that having to plunge your hands in a tub or jar. It also means you can get just the right amout with no wastage.

~Price~

It's not the cheapest product out there, retailing at around £28 for a standard 15ml bottle, although it can be found cheaper online. This is a pretty average price of a skin remedy from what is considered to be a "premium brand".

I am a big fan of a bargain and so something has to be pretty special to make me part with my hard earned pennies. I believe that this product is. Although pricey, you do not need a huge amount and so the product lasts a long time. I have had my full sized tube a couple of months now, and I use it nearly every day.

~Quality~

The serum itself is light and non-oily and has an almosty gel-like consistency. This means that it glides onto the skin really smoothly and spreads really well meaning that a small amount can go a long way. As soon as I apply the serum I notice the difference in my skin.

I have combination skin and find many products combat my dry skin but leave my skin feeling greasy. This product however makes my skin feel even and soft. My skin is left smooth and supple and so I find it ideal for use as a foundation primer. I apply it after moisturiser and before foundation and find that my makeup is easier to apply, and stays put all day, wihout flaking or looking shiny

The only thing I can think of to make this product is perhaps including SPF, but thats just me being picky.

~Availability~

You can buy this product from all major department stores such as Debenhams and John Lewis; larger Boots stores, or online for an even better deal.

~Conclusion~

Although pricey this serum has become a regular in my skin care routine. It leaves my skin feeling smoother and looking brighter.

Summary: Must have for combination skin