Jafra Review
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Overview

Jafra is a skin care line that was started in California by Jan and Frank Day over 50 years ago. This cosmetic line aims to incorporate the latest technology with the “best nature has to offer.” Women from all over the world sell Jafra skin care products for a living. Part of this company’s focus is to provide women with jobs. Jafra offers products in categories such as skin care, makeup, the Art of Balance spa collection, body, fragrance, babies and children, hair care, teens and the Royal Jelly collection. This skin care company avoids all animal testing, and customer testimonials are offered on the official website. Jafra states that any products can be returned for credit or refund if the user is not satisfied with the results.

The primary focus of the Jafra skin care line appears to be the royal jelly collection. These products contain primary ingredients like natural honey, milk protein, natural botanicals and essential vitamins. The concept of Jafra stems from beauty practices of the Egyptians, Ancient Greeks and Mayans, who all took advantage of natural honey-based beauty products. The royal jelly collection includes Royal Jelly Milk Bath ($43), Royal Jelly Body Complex ($55), Royal Jelly Lift Concentrate ($45), Royal Jelly Vitamins ($16) and Royal Jelly Milk Balm Moisture Lotion ($65). The official Jafra website displays the products in PDF files, which makes viewing product info more time consuming.

Product Details

Jafra is a skin care/beauty company that focuses on skin care, hair care, fragrances, make up and spa products for women. These products are claimed to aid with anti-aging and keeping a youthful appearance. The royal jelly collection is the center of the Jafra skin care line. Some key components found in these skin care products are natural honey, milk protein, natural botanicals and essential vitamins. Jafra products can be purchased online, but do not appear to be available through the official website.

The Good

  • All Jafra skin care products can be purchased conveniently online.
  • Jafra has been in business for over 50 years.
  • Jafra is not involved with any animal testing when manufacturing their products.
  • Customer testimonials are offered on the official Jafra website.

The Bad

  • The official Jafra website does not provide substantial clinical evidence supporting the effectiveness of Jafra products.
  • Some ingredients found in Jafra skin care treatments may not be suitable for some individuals.
  • Full product ingredient lists are absent from the official website.
  • The website utilizes PDF files to display the product pictures, descriptions and prices, which may prove rather time consuming for some people.
  • Jafra products cannot be purchased through the official website.

The Bottom Line

Like many other skin care/cosmetic brands, Jafra claims to use “effective” natural ingredients and botanicals to encourage a young and radiant glow. While their incorporation of honey is unique, the official Jafra website should offer some clinical evidence to better support the product line. This would likely encourage more individuals to give their products a shot. When all is said and done, the effectiveness of honey as a health treatment has yet to be fully substantiated in a modern lab, so it’s prudent to investigate other skin care lines prior to purchasing Jafra products.

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Dermapril-SP was rated the best-in-class performer, with a cutting-edge formula and results visible immediately after use. Matrixyl 3000™, the primary active ingredient in Dermapril-SP, is backed by clinical research that showed reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles of as much as 33% after two months of use. Additionally, the formula contains the European miracle ingredient Argatensyl™, which creates an immediate tightening effect on applied areas, making results visible within minutes of use.

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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