Gabriel Cosmetics Review

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Overview

Gabriel Cosmetics is a skin care/cosmetic line founded by Gabriel DeSantino. This anti-aging product line was developed to capitalize on the healing properties of the sea and Dr. DeSantino’s personal family tradition. Gabriel learned about all-natural elements like seaweed, kelp and herbs from his grandmother, who was a naturopath and herbalist. Once Gabriel became knowledgeable on how to blend sea-derived botanicals in order to assist skin, he expanded his research. Eventually Gabriel joined forces with a bio-chemist in Europe to incorporate his 30 years of experience with the development of botanical formulations and natural remedies.

By 1991 Gabriel had started his own skin care/cosmetic business, Gabriel Cosmetics. He tested his products on all skin types and ages to better understand the results and reactions. These treatments and cosmetics are formulated from 100 percent natural ingredients. No animal testing is done in the manufacturing of Gabriel Cosmetics, and no harsh chemical ingredients are incorporated. Common key components of Gabriel Cosmetics are natural herbal extracts and plant essences. These are added to assist in calming the skin and restoring a natural PH balance. The Gabriel Cosmetics and skin care line creates skin and hair products suitable for adults and children.

Product Details

Gabriel Cosmetics is a line of skin and hair care treatments that are developed from all-natural sea botanicals, herbal extracts and plant essences. This product line is aimed at consumers who desire cosmetic treatments with 100 percent natural ingredients that also assist with anti-aging. The goal of Gabriel Cosmetics is to restore youthful radiance and beauty, but without the use of animal bi-products and chemicals. While this is certainly admirable, it does mean that Gabriel Cosmetics lack a unique proprietary ingredient and rely heavily on ingredient blending instead. Some other common ingredients in Gabriel Cosmetics are; sweet almond oil, purified sea water, grapefruit, grapeseed extract, seaweed extract and aloe vera.

The Good

  • All products are offered on the official website.
  • Full ingredient lists are offered via the website.
  • No animal testing is done in the making of Gabriel Cosmetics.
  • Products contain natural moisturizers.
  • A 1-800 number is offered on the official website.

The Bad

  • No customer testimonials are offered on the official website.
  • The website lacks a money-back guarantee.
  • It would be good to see some clinical trials and studies available online.
  • No money-back guarantee or free trial sample is offered.
  • Products appear to contain no proprietary anti-aging ingredient that is unique to this line.

The Bottom Line

Gabriel Cosmetics is one of many skin care lines that claim to use 100 percent all-natural ingredients in their products. While this is certainly a good sales pitch in today’s market, it’s tough to distinguish if it’s really true. Fortunately the Gabriel Cosmetics website does provide ingredient lists, allowing potential customers to get a good idea of what they might be purchasing. On the other hand, this cosmetic/skin care line should come with a money-back guarantee to reassure potential but skeptical buyers.

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The treatment helps the skin regain a more youthful biochemical makeup by supporting the natural production of three building blocks – Collagen, Fibronectin and Hyaluronic Acid. The result is a rapid rejuvenation, diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and other cosmetic signs of age caused by sun exposure, smoking, stress, and other common factors.

In clinical trials, Matrixyl 3000™ decreased the appearance of wrinkles by as much as 33% over a six week period. With the immediate tightening benefits of Argatensyl™, this formula has a completely unique combination of short-term cosmetic results as well as sustained, cumulative benefits to the skin. Common reported results include smoothing and firming; softer skin; diminished appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and healthier looking, glowing skin. Based on the high cost and quality of the ingredients, Dermapril-SP is reasonably priced. Customer satisfaction seems high and Dermapril-SP offers a risk-free trial, so users can evaluate the product prior to paying the full retail price.

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