To die for (Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream)

Member Name: TabithaT

Product:	Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream
Date:	23/10/09 (81 review reads)
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Advantages: Skin looks better. Smells gorgeous.

Disadvantages: Price!

I seem to be only giving reviews for really expensive products on here, which is a bit embarassing! BUT I am now a firm believer in 'you get what you pay for' and so what I do spend my cash on now has to really pay its way. And Elemis really does do that. I can't remember where I heard about it, or how brilliant it is, but it filtered through to me somehow and I was detirmined to try it. I managed to find a good (cheaper) supplier than going to a department store and then I began the acid test.

To start with, it smells gorgeous. Well I think so anyway. I love the smell of it, which is not strong by any means. Just lovely. I apply it whenever I remember, morning and night time. Not sure if it is meant as a night time cream, but I use it then as I know this is the time when your skin is repairing itself at the fastest rate. It is a rich cream, but not heavy at all. It glides on and goes a long way. There is no need to ladle it on as it spreads out so well, which is just as well considering the price.

I have noticed a definite improvement in skin appearance over the months. I find it hard to be specific about how, as I think these things are relative and subjective. I don't scrutinise my lines with a ruler. But I think you just know. Fine lines don't draw your eye so much, people remark how good your skin looks...(it happened today!!) - little things like that which I began to notice.

I have been using it for over a year now and will continue to do so ad infinitum. No need to change, and I have my trusted source. I combine it with a good serum (Protect & Perfect by Boots, or Olay Regenerist) and that's me happy.

If you fancy treating yourself just go for it. It's not one of the most sought after face creams for no reason. It's an expensive habit to acquire however, be warned. But it does last for ages and Baby Spice uses it, so it can't be that bad. She looks amazing.

Like with all these expensive things ask for it for Christmas or Birthday. That way you can enjoy it for nothing and you'll be able to enjoy it guilt free. AND people will see how delighted you are. Everyone wins!

Summary: Worth every penny to me. A great luxury purchase once a year