Karin Herzog's indulgent (and guilt-free) Chocolate Trio

If you’re looking to indulge in some chocolate over Easter, it doesn’t necessarily have to be in the form of an egg after all! Chocolate is my antidepressant of choice, and there’s the science to prove my convictions; it promotes feelings of relaxation and wellbeing, boosting serotonin and endorphin levels in the brain. Chocolate is also a powerful antioxidant; researchers at Cornell University have proved that cocoa contains more antioxidants than red wine or tea even though, as they later admitted, they commenced the study expecting green tea to win hands-down.

Back in 600 B.C. the Mayans and Aztecs started using Cocoa. They saw cocoa as a gift from the Gods and believed it had magical healing powers. Cocoa nourishes, moisturises and protects the skin, fighting the effects of free radicals and UV. It contains magnesium, iron, vitamin A, B1, B2, D and E.

We have found the perfect no-calorie Easter egg substitute: chocolate skincare is the way forward. Personally, I hadn’t been this excited about Easter since 1989!  Hot on the heels of Karin Herzog’s super popular Coc0² (chocolate and oxygen) facial comes a divine chocolate trio. Ingredients include real Swiss chocolate and Herzog’s patented oxygen formula, leaving the skin clean while also detoxifying, hydrating, firming, brightening and transforming tired complexions. And the products have celebrity devotees too; we hear that none other than Ms. Kylie Minogue is a fan of the guilt-free chocolate fix!

The philosophy behind the Karin Herzog range is to let the skin breathe. By delivering essential elements including oxygen, vitamins A & E, water and glucose directly to the skin, the brand’s products help the skin look after itself in the most natural and effective way possible. As an added bonus, the Karin Herzog range is suitable for all skin types as their products only give your skin elements that it recognises and needs.

Smelling these three chocotastic products (Chocolate Cleaner, ChoCO2 Oxygen Treatment and Chocolate! Daily Moisturer) brought my Lent no-chocolate promise to a swift halt. Although, technically speaking, no chocolate was being consumed; my skin was getting it all!

In fact, not eating the Chocolate Cleanser was the hardest part of my newfound beauty regime. It looks seriously chocolatey and its aroma (dark chocolate with a hint of orange), beats that of any chocolate spread you’ve ever encountered – and believe me, I have tried many. You are advised to use your hands and massage the product all over your face, eyes and neck to then remove it with a warm cloth.  The need to massage the product in, coupled with the enticing smell, made cleansing my face feel like real pampering and, more importantly, my skin loved it. It didn’t take long for my face to look refreshed and generally suppler.

Chocolate therapy with Herzog's tasty trio

The ChoCO2 Oxygen Treatment is to be used at night, right after cleansing your face, as it encourages and accelerates cellular activity while you sleep.  Unlike the Chocolate Cleanser, this treatment cream doesn’t need massaging so I applied a very thin layer all over my face, lips and neck and allowed it to penetrate. I wasn’t expecting this treatment cream to be soothing but, shortly after application, my skin felt cool and comfortable, just as if I had used Aloe Vera.

The Chocolate! Daily Moisturiser restores the epidermis while increasing elasticity and softness. Unlike ChoCO2, it doesn’t include oxygen so you massage it normally into the skin. It smells heavenly and also contains Swiss chocolate, orange and avocado oils, however I found it a little sticky and my skin felt slightly itchy. The uncomfortable feeling fades away quickly but it made me apprehensive as I have very sensitive skin.

Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus and this Easter, largely thanks to the Chocolate Cleanser and the ChoCO2 Oxygen Treatment, I’m celebrating the resurrection of my skin. Praise the ChocoLord!

Karin Herzog products are not tested on animals. For more information or advice, take a look at the brand’s Facebook page. Their discussion board is open to anybody who may have any questions or comments about their products. You can also follow Karin Herzog on Twitter @KarinHerzogUK.

All of the products are available to buy on the Karin Herzog website.