When a representative from Lionesse Gem Skin Care recently reached out to me to ask if I would be interested in reviewing some of their products with a handful of selected bloggers, I was flattered and floored. I am always on the prowl for new brands and cosmetics/skin and hair care to try- and after some correspondence and a little bit of research of my own into the brand and their history- I eagerly agreed.
A little blurb from Lionesse about their company and customers:
“Lionesse Beauty Bar is a luxury boutique offering high-end beauty products and professional makeovers. Our stores are located in California, Las Vegas, Canada, and Singapore.
The Lionesse is a sexy vixen that takes control of her life with style. Every man wants her and women want to be her. She is fierce, strong, stunning, and comfortable in her own skin. She glides down the street with unwavering confidence as if it’s her very own runway… She owns it.”
The Lionesse Gem Skin Care line is comprised of five collections, each based off of a precious gemstone (White Pearl, Black Onyx, Amber, Yellow Sapphire, and Diamond, respectively-) and each collection is designed to target different concerns for different skin types using unique combinations of vitamins, brightening and anti-aging ingredients.
Now, I try to keep myself on a bit of a budget when it comes to beauty products. I DO splurge every now and then to treat myself, but if I bought every product I saw and wanted on a whim- so, so many of my bills would go unpaid and I’d probably be siphoning gas to fuel my car. That being said, my jaw hit the floor when I first saw the price points of Lionesse’s collections. Ranging from $1,300 – $6,000, with $400 eye creams and $600 serums- I needed a moment to recover. Would I ever be able to afford this stuff? With weeks of saving and some sacrifice, sure- but would I want to spend that kind of money? Would dropping that kind of cash be worth it? To answer those questions- I turned to the products themselves.
Lionesse was gracious enough to send me two full-sized products for my skin type: the facial peel from the Amber Collection ($300) and the Vitamin C serum from the White Pearl Collection ($400) along with detailed directions on how and when to use each. I’ve been testing them out over the past few days, and am ready to weigh in on the results.
“Banish filth and all its cohorts. This gentle formula works to remove toxins, dirt and oil from your skin. Formulated with Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate) and Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate), your skin will feel rejuvenated and fresh.” – From Lionesse’s website.
As directed, I’ve used this peel just a couple of times over the past few days (it’s not for everyday use) to clean out my pores and even out my skin’s tone and texture. I had a product similar to this years ago and had loved it- only to find out it had been discontinued when I went to replenish my bottle, and up until now- I’ve been unable to locate anything like it. Using a small amount, I spread the gel-like substance all over my face, and wait about five minutes before I begin to gently massage it with my fingertips in circular motions to exfoliate my skin. Once the peel begins to flake off, I rinse my face with cool water, pat dry with a clean towel- and then moisturize as usual.
Even after only a couple of uses, my skin looks and feels smoother, appears brighter, and even feels a little tighter- which I didn’t think was possible. This product isn’t abrasive at all, which is also a plus for those with sensitive skin. The only downside to this peel, and it’s nothing major- is that some of the flakes that form when massaging it into the skin pre-rinse don’t come off so easily, and have to be picked off prior to moisturizing- which can be a little uncomfortable. Other than that, though- this product has been working well for me and will more than likely become a part of my weekend deep-cleansing regimen.
“Unveil your greatest potential. This serum replenishes your skin with vital nutrients to maintain the skin’s youthful appearance and luminescence. This potent product will reduce the evidence of time and wear to create smoother, softer looking skin.” – From Lionesse’s website.
Like the Amber Facial Peel, this highly concentrated serum is not designed for everyday use. I’ve been using this every other night before bed after cleansing my skin and without applying moisturizer afterwards (the serum doesn’t sink into the skin super fast, so extra hydration isn’t really necessary.) When I wake up in the morning after each use, my skin is glowing, and feels really, really soft. Also like the Amber Facial Peel, a little goes a LONG way with this serum- so applying a ton of the product isn’t necessary at all. Only a pump, maybe two- is enough to give your face even coverage.
Side, somewhat unrelated note: this serum smells really, really good- like a mixture of different types of fruit. I’m liking it a lot.
THE VERDICT:
With their chic packaging, interesting gemstone-inspired collection concept, and skin care that has a nice, not-too-thick consistency- Lionesse definitely grabbed my attention. Based purely off of the results I’ve achieved so far- I’m a fan of both of the products they sent me to review. My skin continues to look and feel great as I use the peel and the serum, and with how concentrated they are- both full-sized bottles will last me a long time since I don’t have to apply an excessive amount with each use- and only have to use them a couple of times per week at the most.
Again, the only thing that makes me, and would probably make anyone on a budget wince- is the price per product and the price of an entire collection. Would I re-purchase the peel and the serum? Yes- but probably not for a while and probably not both at the same time- since such an investment ($700) would require some serious saving, and probably a little more overtime at the office. If these products and collections were a little more affordable, I wouldn’t be so hesitant- and would probably go on a bit of a shopping spree- because they ARE great quality and they DO give really good results.
I want to thank Lionesse for being so generous in letting me try these products. The opportunity is greatly appreciated. You can find and connect with Lionesse Gem on Facebook and Twitter!
*Note: All opinions in this post are entirely my own. I do not work for, nor was I paid by Lionesse Gem Skin Care to write these reviews.*
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Cool site.
Sounds like a great product line with amazing results!
These products seem to work. Would love to also try them.
They sound amazing Id Love to try the peel
I Want to win
thanks for the giveaway!
What an amazing giveaway!
Nice to learn about new products. Great site.
I would love to try these luxurious products! They sound amazing to me.
I hope I win , love this stuff
They sound like great products Thanks for the chance
These sound wonderful!!!
Sound good, but don’t work. Just gives you a red rash skin it is a scam. Don’t believe anything they say about Lionesse products
This would be an amazing prize to win!
These products sound amazing! Would love to experience these products on my skin!!!
Please let me review your product!!
I had not heard of Lionesse products until I read your review. I am very interested in your results but the price of the products are a little steep. Though…at age 53 if I found a product that actually helped me look younger I would save up for it.
I love new products. These look pretty grand, too.
Looks interesting
Hope I win!
These products look absolutely amazing and top of the line. I would love to win.
Would love to try these products.
Nice looking products. Would love to try these
looks like a luxurious product line
I would love to win!
I would love to try these!
These products look unreal! Thank you for the opportunity 🙂
I really like the name. Great collection.
Looks like a great product. Great review
This would be an ultimate luxury for me and the results would have to be phenomenal to justify the price.
I really need this..i need to get started on this kind of product.So this would be a awesome start for my aging skin.
I haven’t heard of this product line until I read your review. A luxury to many to try. Thanks for the chance to win. It is something I would be so thrilled to use, hopefully it would help my skin.
Would start my new year off ribnt
I would like to try both but White Pearl Vitamin C Serum: sounds more interesting to me. Generally I love design. Great products, Lubka
I have been reading reviews for this product for a couple months now. I really want to try it. I have read so many amazing things about it! Fingers crossed!!! And toes, lol!!!!
these sound really cool
This sounds like a really great product.I’ve tried so many,with not so good results.I’m very excited to try this.thanks for the share.
LOVE IT
Awesome
I would love to try the serum!
I too was recently at the Maui store while on vacation and they offered me three products for $350. So far the cheapest I have seen anywhere. The product really worked.
I think you’ll find buying their products at a store can be a harrowing experience – it feels like you are being dragged into a Moroccan bazaar by a sketchy salesman – there are numerous reviews online of people getting hit by $3000 price tags for a handful of supplies and signed up for three years worth of products. I escaped my captor in Maui …..
I bought some products at the fair and I can’t really afford to keep them. I got 2 products for $100. Unopened. I will pay shipping.
Seems Lionesse Gem is trying to market to a wider audience. Got three products that would last a year for $200 (including the face peel) and several 3 oz sample packs of the daily moisturizer at a fair. They give “lifetime” pricing for those products, so if I reorder it will be the same price (so they say, we will see a year from now). They seem like great products from what I tried so far. I wouldn’t use the peel more than once a week, though. It is pretty intense with stripping dead skin off, yet at the same time is not abrasive and does not irritate my skin at all.
So I should bite the bullet and not try to resell them and just use them.
I love the products.
I believe this to be a huge scam. I got snagged at a fair in Medford, Or. The salesmen were slick characters. Very complimentary. The prices slid the longer you resisted and more products were tossed into the deal. One of those too good to be true deals for sure.
Snake oil sales reps….WAY over priced!!!…..this is for the “more money than brains” crowd.
Want to spend big bucks for skin care….go see your plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Same cost,
much better results