What They Say: "This lightweight, gentle facial moisturizer is CLINICALLY shown to reduce redness in just one week1 while it protects your face with broad-spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen. Its unique moisturizing complex begins to soothe dry skin on contact and works to improve overall skin tone and texture.

PURPOSE® Redness Reducing Moisturizer with SPF 30 absorbs quickly for long-lasting moisturization and is gentle enough to use every day, even on sensitive skin."

Jamie's Thoughts: Because of the nature of my skin (combination with areas of blotchy redness, particularly around my nose and mouth), I wanted to give this lotion the best chance to be effective. I started using it a month or so before I had to actually sit down and write this review.

In short, this product is fantastic. It is completely scent-free, does everything S.C. Johnson claims it does, it is reasonably priced, and with SPF 30, you cannot go wrong. It may not be fancy, but it works so who really cares?

I noticed redness reduction about 4-5 days after I started using this (mornings only - I use a non-SPF cream at night). After a week or so, I stopped applying my usual dabs of green concealer on my red areas altogether - I didn't need it anymore. This formula would be perfect for men or women with red, troubled skin. If you don't believe me, check out the user reviews on www.drugstore.com. (Delush is not affiliated with Drugstore.com - just a suggestion from me to you)

If you have chronic redness on any level, you owe it to yourself to give this product a try.

Retail Price: app $15.00 (varies from store to store - available online and in major drugstores)

Delush Rating: TOTALLY DELUSH

What They Say: "PURPOSE® products were developed with dermatologists and are trusted to be gentle enough for all skin types, even sensitive skin. PURPOSE® Gentle Cleansing Bar lathers delicately and cleanses away dirt and oil without over-drying your skin. This mild cleansing product leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth, clean and refreshed. This oil-free cleansing bar is gentle enough for all skin types, even sensitive skin."

Alissa's Opinion: Putting aside my personal distaste for bars of any type, I tried to test this cleanser with an open mind. I found that it seemed to be a lot like every other bar out there, although I am no expert. I didn't like how it smelled soapy and left my skin with that sticky, rubbery feeling, but if you are the type who typically uses cleansing bars, then that may be just what you are looking for. The Purpose bar does have a lot to offer those with dry sensitive skin or breakouts and it is very inexpensive.

Retail Price: $3.99 (at drugstores everywhere)

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What They Say: "Give your days a Purpose. Dermatologists recommend this Gentle Cleansing Wash because its soap-free, oil-free formula is gentle, nondrying, and nonirritating. It quickly and effectively whisks away traces of the day with a creamy lather. You simply massage onto wet skin, rinse off, and pat your face dry. And the pump dispenser is a nice convenience to keep in the shower or next to the sink."

Jen's Experience: This cooling weather wants to leave my skin extra dry, so this is time of year when I would go for super-luxe moisturizers and cleansers. When my skin becomes extra irritated, I sometimes even give up the cleanser and just go for straight water.

Combined with a good moisturizer, I can see where this moisturizer might allow me to get through the winter months without my normal dry, irritated skin. This cleanser really does seem to be as gentle as water, but it does a fantastic job of removing all of my make up and daily build-up, while leaving my skin clear, moisturized, and non-irritated. Overall, I've tried facial cleansers from lots of brands at lots of prices, and this one ranks very high on my list. I highly recommend this cleanser for daily use.

Retail Price: $5.99 (Drugstore.com, or your local drugstore)

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What They Say: "This water-based moisturizing formula filters both UVA and UVB rays and provides the SPF 15 protection recommended by dermatologists. It absorbs quickly and is a non-comedogenic product so it won't clog pores. Its light formula is ideal to use every day, even on sensitive skin."

Jen's Experience: For those of you with sensitive, dry skin looking for a nice moisturizer that isn't too heavy but doesn't leave your skin dry or irritated, this drugstore moisturizer may just be what you're looking for. I love the pump dispenser, which doles out the perfect amount for my face in a single pump. It absorbs into my face enough to moisturize and keep my make-up from sliding off, but retains just enough slip to make my foundation glide on. It is completely fragrance-free, too, which is a quality I like in my facial products. Overall, this is a big winner in my book and one of the best drugstore products I've tried in a long time.

Retail Price: $8.99 (Drugstore.com)

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