It is such a pleasure when I am asked to try a product for my professional point of view. I don’t do this alot and I do not advertise products for money. I take time to try out a product and give an honest opinion. I always make it clear that I have very sensitive skin, so don’t always get the perfect outcome on me, but I can usually figure out if it is a genuinely good product.
I was thrilled to be gifted Ringana sample box full of lovely skincare. I have to admit I knew very little about this Austrian made skin care so I looked a little deeper before I tried.
About the product
Ringana philosophy: FRESH, EXCELLENT, TRENDSETTING – They say ‘our philosophy shapes everything we create and do, built around three core values: FRESH, EXCELLENT, and TRENDSETTING. We harness the extraordinary power of nature’s most potent plant essences through our innovative fresh concept, enabling us to use delicate, highly perishable secondary plant compounds. This means our products are free from artificial preservatives and genetically modified ingredients.
Our commitment goes beyond sustainability and resource conservation; it is deeply rooted in fairness—ensuring respect and integrity at every step, from sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product. Every day, we strive to innovate and improve, resulting in pure, effective skin care and supplements you can trust—and feel good about using.
The sample box
In my little sample box I have a cleanser, tonic calm, anti wrinkle serum (can’t wait to try this one) and a cream rich
Cleanser – Hero ingredient -Sesame oil contains lots of natural antioxidants and has long been used for skin care, e.g. in Ayurveda. Green tea extract cleanses thoroughly, yet is gentle on the skin. A special plant complex used by RINGANA with sweet clover, jojoba and ginkgo stabilises the natural protective acid mantle. Chia seed oil helps the skin to store moisture, while almond kernel oil and grape seed oil pamper the skin. Cost £22.79
Tonic calm– Hero ingredient -Active substances from lactic acid bacteria supply the skin with moisture, strengthen its natural balance and reduce skin irritations. Aniseed myrtle and Tasmanian mountain pepper soothe the skin and help to make it feel relaxed. Hibiscus flower extract rejuvenates and regenerates the skin. Betaine from sugar beet hydrates and protects the skin against drying out. Cost £22.95
Anti wrinkle serum – Hero ingredients -Olive sprout stem cell extract
renews cell, revitalises and combats the formation of wrinkles.
Hexapeptide-11
increases cell activity and collagen production, reducing the look of fine lines.
3x hyaluronic acid
delivers moisture, while renewing and revitalising cells.
Bacillus ferment
refreshes stressed skin and revitalises cells.
Extremolyte
provides moisture and protects against environmental stress.
Kangaroo paw (flower) extract
firms the skin and contributes to a tauter facial contour.
Bulbine extract
stimulates collagen production and reduces the look of fine lines.
Mandarin melon berry tree extract
improves skin elasticity, reduces wrinkles and hydrates.
Cost £65.08
Cream rich – Hero ingredients– Macadamia nut oil, coconut oil and oil of evening primrose nourish and strengthen demanding skin, while baobab oil keep the skin supple. A plant cocktail of astaxanthin and elderberry extract has an antioxidant effect and stimulate tired cells. Substances from the rock rose increase the skin’s moisture content. Cost £52.37
Conclusion
This fresh plant based product has been such a treat to try. I have been using the products for a week and so far so good. The cleanser is rich and creamy and removes make up well, I tend to remove cleanser with a wet face cloth and this one still leaves the skin feeling moisturised. The rich cream is perfect for a dry skin, I did find my skin reddened immediately after application, so I used it at night, my face was fine in the morning and my skin felt soft. I am pleased with the anti wrinkle serum which I have used under the rich cream moisturiser. It is quite pricey, but saying that I did see a slight improvement. My ageing face is a bit lopsided, I think it is to do with the side you sleep on, anyway laughter lines are more prominent on the right side of my face (weird) and this anti-wrinkle serum has helped me to feel slightly less lopsided 🙂 I also like the sample box packageing it feels quite clinical which lures you into the belief that the product is good for your skin along with the plant based ingredients and the Ringana philosophy I feel this one definitely is.
Ringana has many more products to choose from too and worth a visit to their website to check out the full range of fresh for skin, hair and body. Sports supplements, fresh product for baby and kids and selection of merchandise. Website: https://www.ringana.com/face/?lang=en
Top Photo – by me NB the foot balm is yet to be sampled
Product shots from Ringana website
Face Sample box rich £26.80
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