Milk Does it Again: Firms, Tightens and Smooths Skin

Feb 29th, 2016

Jennifer Novoseletsky

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What it is: Dr. Dennis Gross’s Firming Peptide Milk

Claims: This product’s lightweight moisturizing formula helps firm and tighten skin for a contoured and lifted appearance. This multi-functional treatment nourishes dehydrated skin, while triggering a firmer-looking complexion. After utilizing the product, results leave skin smooth, firm and silky.

Further reading: Cryogenically Produced Donkey Milk Powder for Cosmetics

Ingredient Highlights: Firming complex, collagen amino acids, peptides, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, coconut oil, humectants and arnica.

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