As a serum junkie Sunday Riley's Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment has been at the top of my skincare wishlist on SEPHORA for awhile now, but I will admit the price is a teensy bit hard to swallow. Now that I have switched to a less is more approach with makeup I figure spending a little more on skin care is worth it when you're buying less makeup. Every one wants the unmistakable look of having "good genes". This amazing pharmaceutical-grade, lactic acid based treatment is an instant complexion booster, plumping fine lines and exfoliating to reveal brighter, newer skin. Yes please!
So a little bit embarrassing...but I first discovered Sunday Riley because of some blurb in a magazine where Hilary Duff said she used SR products on her skin at night. Girlfriend has some too freakin die for skin so the name just sat in my mind equating itself to luminous healthy glowing skin.
I was a bit torn on what to buy first from the line, Good Genes or the LUNA Sleeping Oil? I combed over the reviews on SEPHORA before deciding that Good Genes had more of the elements that I was looking for. Keeping fine lines at bay while brightening the complexion.
Licorice reduces hyperpigmentation while lemongrass increases circulation for immediate radiance. Long term use will help restore damaged skin, reduce hyperpigmentation and scars, reduce the depth and number of lines and wrinkles, even out skin tone, and increase epidermal firmness. Great for all skin types. Can be used daily or as a mask.
Good Genes is more of a lightweight cream than the serums that I'm used to. The way it applies over the skin feels absolutely luscious. I am not big on scents in skincare, okay I hate them, so when the overpowering scent of Lemongrass came through I was like..womp womp. The lemony fresh punch isn't totally offensive, but I do wish they would have knocked the scent down a notch.
At night I apply one pump all over my face after cleansing and toning. I actually find a half of pump will do. You can even use it as a mask for 15 minutes. Seriously, check back in the mirror after 15 minutes and this stuff is already working miracles on your skin. Hydrating, brightening, and plumping up your skin right before your eyes. Some nights I only apply the serum, but I have been following up with the Fresh Rose Cream for added moisture since we're heading in to the chillier months. This has been a solid combination for my combination/sensitive skin. Next time I am at SEPHORA I plan on picking up the LUNA Sleeping Oil to alternate with.
My main concern and what had me all about getting Good Genes was hyperigmentation. I have two annoying dark spots on both of my cheeks which I developed over the Summer. I tried the MURAD Skin Lightening Serum with some improvement but didn't like the idea of using hydroquinoine often. Good Genes helped more in one week than Murad's did in an entire month. My hyperpigmentation spots faded significantly and it even faded the little sun freckles from my nose. I just love how radiant and plumped this makes my skin look. If you need a little pick me up or to revive stressed skin Good Gene's is your answer. I can even deal with the slightly unpleasant smell for these results.
Sunday Riley Good Genes is one of the most effective skincare products I have tried. Results are immediate and long lasting. It is one product that I will be keeping in my anti-aging skincare routine for the long term. Yes, it is on the pricey side but worth the investment. The amount of makeup I need to wear has lessened and it has added some life back in to my dull, weather-changing complexion. I would definitely check out the Power Couple Duo: Total Transformation Kit at SEPHORA. You get both Good Genes and LUNA Sleeping Oil, it is the perfect way to try out two of their top products!
