BATTLE OF THE TRENDY BRANDS: HIGHLIGHTS

Ding ding! Gather around as we put two of our strong trendy contenders on the line! On the right, we have Chica-Y-Chico, a contemporary brand that’s always on the hunt for the hottest, most interesting products. And on the left, we have Skin & Lab, a solutions-based brands that uses a mix of R&D and good ingredients for a flawless complexion. Are you ready to rumble? here are a couple of our favorite highlights from the beauty battle!

Beat rough, dull skin with this lightweight cream that whisks away dead skin cells while you sleep! It helps encourage skin cell renewal, leaving a soft, youthful complexion underneath. It also contains a mix of acids to help moisturize the skin, keeping it bouncy and supple to the touch.

Take a chill pill with our coolest mask yet! This skin soothing, sense invigorating mask contains green tea, aloe vera and wild mint extracts that instantly lower the skin’s temperature, as well as hydrate, purify and even out the skin. Just peel away for a complexion that’s healthy and happy, ready for bedtime. Check out how this one fared on our Pixie!

Tone up in the ring with the Nude Fantasy Whitening Cream. Containing arbutin and niacinamide, this hydrating cream helps to brighten the skin by inhibiting pigmentation while smoothing out fine lines for some anti-aging goodness. It's also made with a fermented grain complex to improve your skin's overall health.

This luxurious bottle is filled with a concentrate containing Damask rose extract and a phyto-red complex comprising of an array of fruits including pomegranate, raspberry, cloudberry, blueberry, acai berry and goji berry extracts. It has a lightweight but nourishing texture that absorbs into the skin without stickiness, leaving behind a radiant glow.

Breathe new life into your beauty routine with this skin brightening essence. Abundant with oxygen molecules (O2), this essence gently purifies and moisturizes the skin, effectively removing dead skin cells to brighten up the complexion. It also contains spirulina and bamboo extracts that soothes and nourishes for healthy, happy skin!

Say bye-bye to spots, and hello to flawless skin! The Dr. Spot Don't Touch Trouble Spot treatment relieves troubled spots with a combination of herbal ingredients like Sophora, portulaca, and plantain extracts to effectively and quickly whisk away skin blemishes. Keep this in your vanity to fight the spots anytime, anywhere!

It’s been a strong fight, who do you think will emerge as the winner? Don’t forget to check out Althea’s site now to see our latest collection: The Battle Of The Trendy Brands (promo code: BRANDDAY20 for 20% off, you’re welcome!). What are some of your favorite products from these two brands? Let us know in the comments below!