Last Minute Gift Idea - Josie Maran Winter Dreams Argan Skincare Collection

Recently purchased a couple of Josie Maran skin care items, including the Winter Dreams Argan Skincare Collection and a full size of the Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47.  Sephora had coupons out to their Beauty Insider members that I used for this order, along with using Ebates with 4% back.

If you're looking for a last minute gift for a beauty lover, this would be an excellent choice.  I tested out the Argan Skincare Ritual Set a couple months ago and loved the products.  Hence why I ended up purchasing the full size of the SPF moisturizer.  For $39, this is an excellent value for products that are organic, contain no synthetic fragrance, paraben free, natural ingredients, gluten-free and also cruelty-free.

This set contains:
-1.9 oz Argan Cleansing Oil
-Small bottle of Pure Argan Milk Intensive Hydrating Treatment
-0.5 oz 100% Pure Argan Oil
-0.5 oz Argan Infinity Intensive Creamy Oil
-0.5 oz Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47
-1 oz Whipped Argan Oil Intensive Hand Cream

Cost: $39 @ Sephora

Josie Maran Argan Skincare Ritual Set

I have been wanting to switch up my skin care and try to find better protection for my mug. Trader Joe's Nourish moisturizer has been a staple in my routine for a few years now, but was sad to see it show up as a 10 on ThinkDirty.  I think it is time to step up my facial care game.  

Dirty! :(

1.9 oz Argan Cleansing Oil, 0.5 oz Pure Argan Oil & 0.5 Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47

What the Sephora.com says:

What it is:
A three-step skincare ritual set for hydrated, healthy, protected skin. 

What it is formulated to do:
For healthy, balanced, hydrated skin, Josie Maran's Argan Skincare Ritual is the place to begin. Cleanse, nourish, and protect skin with this set of Josie's three bestselling skincare products: Argan Cleansing Oil, 100% Pure Argan Oil, and Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47. Each gentle, hydrating skin saver is packed with antioxidants and essential fatty acids to make skin glow. 

The self-heating, non-greasy Argan Cleansing Oil hydrates deeply as it melts away makeup and dirt. It features Argan, safflower seed, and grape seed oils to cleanse the skin's surface and renew the complexion so that skin is left velvety—never oily, stripped, or dry. Nourishing and lightweight, 100% Pure Argan Oil repairs and replenishes skin while offering intense hydration. Protect skin with the all-natural, chemical-free Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47. Naturally scented and non-greasy, it’s infused with SunBoost ATB™—an innovative complex that promotes the effectiveness of the formula's natural sunscreens. Skin is left refreshed, hydrated, and protected. 

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates 
- Phthalates 

Clean!

Semi-clean - not bad.

Uh-oh, dirty. :(  The fragrance in this item is what makes it dirty.

Cost: $24 @ Sephora

Pros:
-Good set to try 3 items from the Josie Maran line
-Gentle
-SPF content is high in the moisturizer

Cons:
-The moisturizer has fragrance
-Glass bottles

Would I recommend this to a friend?  Yes!  Even with the fragrance in the moisturizer, I liked the products.  The cleanser cuts through make up and leaves my skin soft.  I have used argan oil before for both my face and hair and mainly use this one at night after cleansing.  The moisturizer does have some weight to it, but is absorbed after a few minutes of applying and only needs 2 pumps to cover my face, neck and ears.