As a seasoned beauty junkie who‘s tried countless products over the last 15 years in my quest for glowing skin, I was intrigued when several friends raved about the organic offerings from Juice Beauty. I decided to give some of their bestsellers a shot and was really amazed by the results. If you‘re considering switching to cleaner, greener beauty options, Juice Beauty should definitely be on your list to try!
Overview of Juice Beauty
Juice Beauty launched in 2005 with a vision to create high-performance skincare and cosmetics using certified organic ingredients free from harsh synthetics. The brand was founded by California wellness entrepreneur Karen Behnke who got inspired after struggling to find safe products to use during her pregnancies. She partnered with a team of top scientists and doctors to formulate each Juice Beauty offering using fruit and plant cell technology for potent anti-aging results. Key ingredients across collections include vitamin C-rich lemon juice, antioxidant green apple extracts, soothing aloe vera and nourishing plant oils.
Today Juice Beauty continues its commitment to organic farming through a vineyard in Sonoma and strong partnerships that promote sustainable agriculture without toxic pesticides and fertilizers. The products are vegan, cruelty-free and made in the USA. Pricing is premium – comparable to department store brands like Clinique or Origins – but frequently on promotion if you join the email list. I‘ve had great luck scoring Juice Beauty deals at stores like Ulta and Sephora as well as specialty green beauty sites.
Juice Beauty products cater to all skin types including sensitive, blemish-prone, dry, mature and normal/combo. No matter your key skincare concern – anti-aging, dark spots, acne scarring or dullness – you should find options across their facial care, body care and cosmetics lines. Read on for my reviews of over 10 top-rated Juice Beauty products!
My Experience Testing Juice Beauty‘s Bestsellers
Phyto-Pigments Flawless Serum Foundation
Juice Beauty‘s Phyto-Pigments line blends mineral makeup with skin nourishing fruit stem cells and juices for buildable medium coverage with a natural glow.
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My Review: I was really impressed by how lightweight this serum felt while providing opaque, seamless coverage. A little goes a long way! The formula didn‘t irritate my combo skin or settle into fine lines. One tip is to apply it in thin layers and set with a powder to reduce any transfer for a long-wearing matte finish. At $44, it‘s very comparable to high end foundations from BareMinerals or Laura Mercier.
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Suggested Use: Smooth over freshly moisturized skin AM for a bright, photo-ready base. For best color match, test shades in natural light. Add concealer on any imperfections first.
Flawless Serum Foundation in shades Creme (Fair), Sand (Light), Beige (Light-Medium), shown above
Stem Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer
The hero ingredient throughout Juice Beauty‘s Stem Cellular line is resveratrol-rich grapeseed which they sustainably farm in Sonoma County. This nutrient packed extract revitalizes skin tone and texture to visibly reduce signs of aging.
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My Review: If you deal with fine lines, dryness and dullness – this cream is for you! It glides over skin feeling uber rich yet fast absorbing. I loved patting it on after using the Green Apple Peel once a week for the ultimate resurfacing and brightening payoff. Compared to the much pricier La Mer Moisturizing Cream which broke me out, this Juice Beauty moisturizer delivered similar softening results without causing new blemishes.
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Suggested Use: Smooth a generous amount over clean dry skin morning and night. For added nourishment, mix in a pump of the Stem Cellular Booster Serum. I‘d recommend this as a winter cream for normal to dry skin. It helps lock in hydration all day long.
Blemish Clearing Serum
While Juice Beauty doesn‘t market a full routine for acne-prone skin, I found a few products worked wonders to combat my monthly chin breakouts without causing irritation. The Blemish Clearing Serum uses gentle willow bark extract to reduce oiliness and inflammation for clearer skin.
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My Review: This quickly became my spot treatment holy grail! At the first sign of congestion, I‘d apply it directly onto pesky pimples overnight or under makeup. The airless pump kept the formula potent for the 2 months it lasted. While on the pricier side, it‘s far less harsh than prescription options. Pro tip – store it in the fridge to soothe angry red spots.
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Suggested Use: Massage 2-3 drops into clean skin daily focusing on breakout areas. Avoid direct contact with eyes and cuts. Follow with a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer suitable for acne prone skin, like the Juice Beauty Oil Free Moisturizer.
Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer
Packed with antioxidants, essential fatty acids plus smoothing apple seed extracts, this cream tackles lackluster skin for firmer-looking results. The star ingredient is malic acid from organic green apples which brightens while uber nourishing plant oils hydrate.
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My Review: If you‘re seeking intense overnight replenishment, look no further! This created the perfect slip for facial massage to sculpt cheekbones and drain puffiness around my eye area after long work days. What I love is that it absorbs fully without that greasy film that often triggers breakouts on my combo skin. Compared to the drunk elephant Lala Retro Whipped Moisturizer with a near identical ingredient list, I found this identical in performance at half the price.
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Suggested Use: Smooth upwards from neck to forehead after cleansing, toning and serum applications. Avoid pearl size amount around eye area which may be too rich. Follow with an eye cream better suited for that delicate skin instead.
Phyto Pigments Ultra Natural Mascara
This lengthening and volumizing mascara uses berry extracts and clays to condition lashes with each swipe. The brush design lifts even the finest hairs thanks to staggered bristles.
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My Review: I‘m super picky about mascara formulas as many irritate my eyes or flake by midday. This Juice Beauty offering delivered budge-proof definition for 12 hours straight! The spoolie deposits the perfect amount of glossy black pigment. No spidery effect or clumping like I‘ve experienced with numerous green beauty mascaras. It also removed cleanly with my balm cleanser leaving lashes soft.
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Suggested Use: Wiggle brush back and forth from base to tip of lashes until desired thickness is achieved. Let each coat dry before adding the next for bigger, bolder impact. Apply only to top lashes to open up eyes or both top and bottom for special occasions.
Stem Cellular CC Cream
A multitasking color correcting formula that blurs imperfections with mineral pigments while providing antioxidant protection from environmental stressors. The CC cream also hydrates and rejuvenates thanks to nutrient-dense ingredients like resveratrol rich grape juice.
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My Review: This offers similar sheer-medium coverage to a tinted moisturizer with way more skin enhancing benefits. Available in 7 flexible shades, it adjustments to match skin tone. I found the Fair shade initially goes on white but magically blends to a flattering luminosity. Compared to the Juice Beauty tinted moisturizer and Physicians Formula CC cream I‘ve tried, this formula felt the most creamy and blendable. I set it with powder which helps the longevity of the SPF coverage too.
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Suggested Use: Smooth onto clean skin alone or mix a pump with your regular moisturizer to achieve your desired coverage level. For added sun protection, dust a mineral powder on top rated SPF 30 or higher. Reapply every 2 hours when outdoors.
Lip Gloss – Fig
This high-shine, non-sticky lip gloss hydrates lips thanks to a base of sweet almond and safflower oils. Fruit extracts provide the sheer to medium pops of color that complement any lipstick shade or can be worn alone.
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My Review: Confession – I own this Juice Beauty lip gloss in all 5 shades! Fig is the perfect mauve that looks stunning over bare lips or layered over deeper berry tones. The wand deposits just the right amount of slick gloss each time. While the $15 price tag is moderate, you only need one coat so a tube lasts me about 6 months. Compared to Lip Smackers and Burt‘s Bees glosses I‘ve tried, it has superior shine, richer moisture and longer staying power even after eating and drinking.
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Suggested Use: Swipe wand directly onto lips and rub together to distribute color evenly. Reapply every few hours for instant refreshment.
Honorable Mentions
Here are a few more top-rated Juice Beauty products I tested with great results:
Green Apple Brightening Gel Cleanser – My new favorite vitamin C rich, balancing facial wash. Gets skin squeaky clean without drying or making it feel stripped. Great price point under $30.
Prebiotix Hydrating Gel Moisturizer – Ideal lightweight, cooling hydrator for oily and acne prone skin types. Absorbs fast without greasy residue. Contains prebiotics to protect skin‘s microbiome.
Phyto Pigments Illuminating Primer – Brightening pearl primer blurs pores pre-makeup while firming skin. Made my cheek pores look almost non-existent!
SPF 30 Oil Free Moisturizer – Matte mineral sun protection leaves zero white cast. Layers beautifully under makeup. My new go-to AM facial moisturizer.
Critical Analysis of Juice Beauty Reviews
With an average rating of 4+ stars across stores like Sephora, Ulta and the brand‘s website, most Juice Beauty reviews skewed quite positive. As with all skincare, personal results will vary quite a bit based on your unique skin chemistry and needs. Here‘s my transparent take on some common critiques of the brand:
Quality Control Issues – I noticed some reviews complaining older formulas seemed more effective vs recent batches. I personally didn‘t observe this during my testing period but it‘s possible recipes get tweaked/watered down when taken to larger production scale.
Adverse Reactions – A small subset of reviewers did experience breakouts, rashes or stinging when using Juice Beauty products. This is likely due to specific ingredient sensitivities vs the overall brand. Their powerful resurfacing treatments pack an extra punch so aren‘t ideal for highly reactive skin.
Customer Service Challenges – Response timeliness does seem hit or miss based on some feedback. I suggest managing expectations on 3-5 business days for email replies. Live chat is quickest during West Coast business hours. If you call, you may experience lengthy holds.
Shipping Delays – During sales, order delivery took longer than advertised. Be prepared to wait up to 2 weeks if ordering around peak seasons like the holidays or summer travel season.
Strict Return Policy – You must notify Juice Beauty within 14 days for any defective/damaged item refund or replacement. This is on the shorter side compared to Ulta or Sephora‘s ~60 day policies. Opened products can‘t get returned or exchanged which is understandable given the organic ingredients may degrade quickly. That said if you genuinely have a bad reaction, try reaching out to their customer service team for solutions or recommendations. 9 times out of 10, brands want to retain happy customers so may be able to offer exceptions or product swap options on a case by case scenario.
Tips for Evaluating If Juice Beauty Is Right For You
Hopefully this review offered helpful intel as you consider whether or not to add Juice Beauty into your green beauty regimen! To recap key considerations:
- If using potent actives like retinol or alpha hydroxy acids, introduce slowly 1-2x a week to test skin tolerance
- Combination skin types may prefer oil-free Juice Beauty options to avoid congestion and blackheads on t-zone
- Take advantage of sales promotions to save 25%+ especially as you‘re sampling select products
- Create a multi-step routine focused on your target skin concerns for optimal results
- Track changes and take photos across the first 6 weeks of consistent use to see if giving your complexion noticeable improvements
Below I‘m including some visual guides on pricing comparisons, key ingredients by product line, and important fine print to review if purchasing. Let me know if you have any other questions! I‘m happy to offer guidance or before and after pics from my continued use of Juice Beauty in my current skincare regimen.
Average pricing per oz across best selling skincare items compared to conventional mass brands and premium natural competitors
Summary of key vitamins, antioxidants and extracts found in popular Juice Beauty products
Overview of Juice Beauty‘s shipping cost, delivery speed and return window considerations
I hope this ultimate Juice Beauty review provided ample details to evaluate whether their clinical-grade formulations can take your skincare regimen to the next green level! Let me know if you have any other questions. Happy shopping!
