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LoveyD
01-04-2022, 06:48 AM
I ordered some Bakuchiol serum today. It is supposed to be a good alternative to Retinol (which I avoid due to having rosacea) - looking forward to trying it.
Also, my latest random thing to obsess over is the beginnings of neck wrinkles. I've been aware of the importance of looking after the neck for many years but TBH probably have only been half-hearted about it as I didn't see any ageing until recently. I can see some of the 'rings' on my neck look more pronounced, but they're not too horrific - I'm actually just more irritated that the lines are asymmetrical.
I'm sure that's normal but it doesn't stop it being irritating. LOL. I will have adjusted and be obsessing over something else within a few weeks.
Same here! My neck rings are looking more pronounced. Before I moved out of my last place, I was using my red light mask on my neck along with hyaluronic acid serum and that actually improved the way my neck looked. I haven't been able to use my mask lately but once I am moved into a new home I will start that ritual again. In the meantime I've been using neck cream and sunscreen to protect my neck. I may have to get Botox too eventually. Getting Botox in my neck scares me.
charlie61
01-04-2022, 09:04 AM
Nuface is great for the neck, though most folks don't have the motivation to keep up that daily habit.
carmen_b
01-04-2022, 10:09 AM
I had a mole removed like 20 years ago at the top of my nose where it touches the forehead and the Dr. did a good job but it has a little scar.
So now I have the beginnings of " 11 " lines between the brows but the one with the little scar is more pronounced. I think I want to go to the med place and get it fixed ( which I assume is an injection for the 11 to soften but also may need a small amount of filler for the more pronounced one ).
xxxGothBarbie
01-04-2022, 03:59 PM
So I noticed I have fine lines/wrinkles when I smile on my cheeks and close to my lower temple area so I started using hyluronic acid serum then moisturizer. I'm gonna start Sunday riley retinol A+ soon at night only. I got a good size sample of all of those including kate somerville exfoliant leave on. I want that shit gone asap ugh I'm on 38, waaay too young to have those.
xxxGothBarbie
01-04-2022, 04:00 PM
Also I want an eye lift if there is such a thing with botox.
LoveyD
01-04-2022, 06:25 PM
Nuface is great for the neck, though most folks don't have the motivation to keep up that daily habit.
I will keep this in mind, bc I was looking to get a NuFace eventually.
Damn so I've been eating really clean and now my skin is looking more glowy. Been drinking a lot of water, too.
In other news... I need Botox. Once I hit a milestone in my savings, I'm going to treat myself.
I have been using rerun a and doing red light at the gym, those two together have been great, stil need Botox but this is good!
charlie61
01-10-2022, 05:09 PM
^ i think she meant retin-a (in response to a deleted post)
charlie61
01-10-2022, 05:10 PM
I went ham on buying toners, essences, moisturizers, and spfs on yesstyle.com. i want to try everything!!!
charlie61
01-10-2022, 05:40 PM
Life-changing product for anyone who has foot calluses that return just a few days after being grated off. This is like holy grail for how quickly, effortlessly, and cheaply it works:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000GCNC2U?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
indiegirl
01-10-2022, 05:42 PM
I went ham on buying toners, essences, moisturizers, and spfs on yesstyle.com. i want to try everything!!!
My biggest confusion with the 10 stage korean face products is when do I put my tanning lotion on?! Before or after? Sometimes I think it would be best before all products because of the amount of hydrating products and then other times I run out of time and it also needs hours of absorption time for color. It's frustrating lol.
Sugarsteepdoll
01-10-2022, 06:08 PM
Also I want an eye lift if there is such a thing with botox.
The Dr. gave me botox for my little fine lines on my forehead and also put botox to lift my eyebrows. Wont ever do that again because this made my eyes droop!
charlie61
01-10-2022, 06:26 PM
My biggest confusion with the 10 stage korean face products is when do I put my tanning lotion on?! Before or after? Sometimes I think it would be best before all products because of the amount of hydrating products and then other times I run out of time and it also needs hours of absorption time for color. It's frustrating lol.
Omg girl, yeah, i would have no idea, because exfoliation and turning over cells quickly is such a big part of anti-aging skincare. I'd probably just use a darker foundation instead, tbh...
indiegirl
01-11-2022, 01:46 AM
The Dr. gave me botox for my little fine lines on my forehead and also put botox to lift my eyebrows. Wont ever do that again because this made my eyes droop!
I'd go to someone else. Happened to me w/ someone who went overboard which causes the drooping if not placed correctly and too much. I am still doing eyebrow lifts with botox but not going back to the person who overdid it in Irvine (I believe that was where I got it done in the past 1 time. Been to quite a few places over the years since I was 19 which is young for maintenance but oh well. You have to find 'your person' who you trust.) I've been at the place I'm at now happily for years with botox.
LoveyD
01-11-2022, 11:10 PM
I love my Botox doctor! She makes it look super natural and not phony or weird at all. I've had excellent results every time.
Cutie101
01-12-2022, 01:16 AM
Pffff... I am dead. 59 fucking years and looks like 35. I need to save save save save because I'mma get this in my 40's lolololol!!!
Skip to 1:30 ish for her before video and then skip at 9:35 ish for her 2 years post op results. Or watch the whole clip to see her whole journey and the recovery.
I am not worried about aging anymore, lol.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-QdNStiCm8
JessaJade
01-12-2022, 04:14 AM
^I saw this too - I subscribed to his channel after your other post. She looks amazing.
charlie61
01-13-2022, 10:51 AM
My beauty goal this year is to temporarily stop messing around with acids, microneedling treatments, and exfoliants, and instead rapidly work towards being able to use my .05% tretinoin every single night without irritation. Get back to super basic moisturizers, occlusives, and hydrating essences to keep my skin barrier intact, and just deal with the peeling and redness. I've been sleeping on this process by only using tret once a week due to focusing on other actives and trying to avoid peeling.
SnuffleUffleGrass
01-13-2022, 05:06 PM
I am in loveeeee with Carol's Daughter Mimosa Hair Honey hairdress shine pomade.
indiegirl
01-14-2022, 06:32 PM
My mom is about to get eyebrow microblading from someone who is very well practiced in the field tomorrow.
I told her: You're about to get your first tattoo and it's your eyebrows!....you should get a tear drop under your eye while you're there LOLLLLL. Obviously no tear drop. I have a conservative mother and nobody in the fam has tattoos. :P
I'm so interested in her results! Hoping it looks good! I would like to decide between what to do with the brows too. Anything that is more simple than makeup sounds amazing :P.
Cutie101
01-14-2022, 10:22 PM
My mom is about to get eyebrow microblading from someone who is very well practiced in the field tomorrow.
I told her: You're about to get your first tattoo and it's your eyebrows!....you should get a tear drop under your eye while you're there LOLLLLL. Obviously no tear drop. I have a conservative mother and nobody in the fam has tattoos. :P
I'm so interested in her results! Hoping it looks good! I would like to decide between what to do with the brows too. Anything that is more simple than makeup sounds amazing :P.
I have been microblading my brows since 2018. My brows regenerated ever since (I was lucky tho, I have normal thickness brows but I kept plucking them like crazy and I couldn't ever let them grow, then microblading saved my ass and they grew back because i was plucking only around the tattoo). Now I only do microblading once a year, I don't even go for the 1 month touch up anymore because they last, since my brows are normal, the tattoo makes them look fuller than they actually are. When I wear makeup I just use some brow pomade for an even look, but no more 10 minutes dedicated just to the brows anymore. Thanks to that, I really look good without makeup haha!!
Genoveve
01-16-2022, 01:01 PM
Same. I was ginger red for a while then decided I wanted a deep auburn, like the deepest shade of red that could be naturally occurring, and it ended up coming out that super fake cherry cola red with a purple undertone color. I think it looks fine on camera but once I'm in really bright light it's just soooooo fake and very 'strippery' I feel so I'm not into it. This is actually the only time in my life that I've ever had a completely unnatural hair color. I just got a lighter warm brown semi-permanent dye, I'm thinking that putting that over this once it fades some more will get me closer to what I was originally wanting. Although now I'm starting to like super bright orangey red shades.....
Well it faded and I did dye the semi-permanent dye over it---and the color hasn't changed at all. All it did was camouflage my roots some, I dyed my eyebrows too and literally none of the dye transferred onto them. /:O
LoveyD
01-17-2022, 01:26 PM
Can anyone recommend something that would help me keep my nails strong enough to grow out? Is there something a manicurist can put on them to keep them from breaking? Like shellac or something? I used to get acrylics but I want to try to grow them out before I say "fuck it" and revert back to acrylics.
charlie61
01-17-2022, 01:29 PM
Can anyone recommend something that would help me keep my nails strong enough to grow out? Is there something a manicurist can put on them to keep them from breaking? Like shellac or something? I used to get acrylics but I want to try to grow them out before I say "fuck it" and revert back to acrylics.
If you want something to apply onto your nails, i saw this recommended recently by a youtuber i trust: OPI Nail Envy Maximum Strength Nail Strengthener
JessaJade
01-17-2022, 01:35 PM
Can anyone recommend something that would help me keep my nails strong enough to grow out? Is there something a manicurist can put on them to keep them from breaking? Like shellac or something? I used to get acrylics but I want to try to grow them out before I say "fuck it" and revert back to acrylics.
I notice my nails get stronger when I consistently take my protein and collagen supplements.
whirlerz
01-17-2022, 03:35 PM
Can anyone recommend something that would help me keep my nails strong enough to grow out? Is there something a manicurist can put on them to keep them from breaking? Like shellac or something? I used to get acrylics but I want to try to grow them out before I say "fuck it" and revert back to acrylics.
56472
I use this, from Sally's ^
That other stuff's too expensive.
Cutie101
01-18-2022, 01:08 AM
Can anyone recommend something that would help me keep my nails strong enough to grow out? Is there something a manicurist can put on them to keep them from breaking? Like shellac or something? I used to get acrylics but I want to try to grow them out before I say "fuck it" and revert back to acrylics.
First of the first: gel polish and rubber gloves. It's the only thing that helped my nails grow, prevent them from breaking, prevent me from biting my nails, etc. Why rubber gloves? For house work. Wash dishes, clean the house, etc. Use rubber gloves, will keep your nails strong. Especially when doing dishes. I do have a dishwasher but there are things that I also wash by hand. I have a pair or rubber gloves on my sink.
Soo, definitely get yourself a regular gel manicure. It will keep your nails intact for 2-3 weeks untill the next appointment.
Also, after I do remove polish (or gel polish) I do use this oil https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Elixir-Intensely-Regenerating-Cuticles/dp/B00LN5BZP0/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=eveline+nail&qid=1642492799&sprefix=eveline+nai%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-1 massage well into the nails, let the nails and cuticles suck it in and then I was my hands, wipe my nails with nail polish remover and proceed with doing my manicure. Real good thing.
Before doing my nails with gel, I'd use this treatment as a base coat when I used to do my nails with regular polish: https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Cosmetics-Intensive-Treatment-Conditioner/dp/B00B84OJ54?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
neverendingkneebruises
01-18-2022, 01:29 AM
My holy grail skincare products are Cerave hydrating cleanser & Stridex red pads (just moisturize really well afterwards because they are drying), it's very noticeable when I skip these products for more than 2 days. Both drugstore products & keep my skin clear where I used to struggle with acne badly & get compliments on my skin allll the time now where I never did before. Honestly kinda creepy tbh.... being told "you have beautiful skin" feels like they are sizing me up to eat me.... or to wear my face LOL. Still haven't found a toner or moisturizer that I love yet. I really like La-Roche Posay, but my skin is very dry and I need several coats, especially in the winter, so I go through it SO fast. I'd love a moisturizer where I'd only need one coat.
Also the Stridex pads are sopping wet so after I'm done with my face I use them on my underarms & never get BO stink anymore, they are great for preventing ingrown hairs as well
Cutie101
01-18-2022, 03:03 AM
My holy grail skincare products are Cerave hydrating cleanser & Stridex red pads (just moisturize really well afterwards because they are drying), it's very noticeable when I skip these products for more than 2 days. Both drugstore products & keep my skin clear where I used to struggle with acne badly & get compliments on my skin allll the time now where I never did before. Honestly kinda creepy tbh.... being told "you have beautiful skin" feels like they are sizing me up to eat me.... or to wear my face LOL. Still haven't found a toner or moisturizer that I love yet. I really like La-Roche Posay, but my skin is very dry and I need several coats, especially in the winter, so I go through it SO fast. I'd love a moisturizer where I'd only need one coat.
Also the Stridex pads are sopping wet so after I'm done with my face I use them on my underarms & never get BO stink anymore, they are great for preventing ingrown hairs as well
Paula's Choice moisturizers are super effective. You might wanna give it a try. They also sell travel size version, so you don't feel like you wasted money if you don't like and you can also try more types this way.
JessaJade
01-18-2022, 04:38 AM
My holy grail skincare products are Cerave hydrating cleanser & Stridex red pads (just moisturize really well afterwards because they are drying), it's very noticeable when I skip these products for more than 2 days. Both drugstore products & keep my skin clear where I used to struggle with acne badly & get compliments on my skin allll the time now where I never did before. Honestly kinda creepy tbh.... being told "you have beautiful skin" feels like they are sizing me up to eat me.... or to wear my face LOL. Still haven't found a toner or moisturizer that I love yet. I really like La-Roche Posay, but my skin is very dry and I need several coats, especially in the winter, so I go through it SO fast. I'd love a moisturizer where I'd only need one coat.
Also the Stridex pads are sopping wet so after I'm done with my face I use them on my underarms & never get BO stink anymore, they are great for preventing ingrown hairs as well
I think layering products helps with keeping skin hydrated. That could be a serum under moisturiser or an oil over it, or both.
Oh, it's also good to apply your serum or moisturiser to damp skin
charlie61
01-18-2022, 08:27 AM
^yes, and sealing everything in with an occlusive moisturizer as the last step!
LoveyD
01-18-2022, 11:03 AM
Thanks ladies for the nail suggestions!!
LoveyD
01-18-2022, 11:04 AM
My holy grail skincare products are Cerave hydrating cleanser & Stridex red pads (just moisturize really well afterwards because they are drying), it's very noticeable when I skip these products for more than 2 days. Both drugstore products & keep my skin clear where I used to struggle with acne badly & get compliments on my skin allll the time now where I never did before. Honestly kinda creepy tbh.... being told "you have beautiful skin" feels like they are sizing me up to eat me.... or to wear my face LOL. Still haven't found a toner or moisturizer that I love yet. I really like La-Roche Posay, but my skin is very dry and I need several coats, especially in the winter, so I go through it SO fast. I'd love a moisturizer where I'd only need one coat.
Also the Stridex pads are sopping wet so after I'm done with my face I use them on my underarms & never get BO stink anymore, they are great for preventing ingrown hairs as well
I'm going to try the CeraVe. Neutrogena used to have a pore refining scrub I loved and then they discontinued it.
whirlerz
01-18-2022, 01:30 PM
I use this oil for everything, including eye makeup removal, I do use it on my hands too. Has a very light lemon scent, I'm on like my 6th bottle, it's 3.99 at Trader Joe's. Absorbs well, not greasy
I bought this hair mask, 3.99 also haven't tried it yet, but loved everything so far, their room spray, tp's great, spray hand sanitizer
56482
charlie61
01-18-2022, 03:54 PM
I have sensitive skin so right now I'm keeping my routine very simple with just cleanser (one of my favourites is the hydrating Cerave one, feels so good) and a moisturizer but now that my skin seems kind of happy and calm I'm thinking of adding PHA. I don't know if this is a good idea or not lol. I'm considering trying the Exuviance relax age less everyday fluid, has anyone tried it? Also I prefer perfume free products on my face but it doesn't say this is without perfume, still I can't see perfume listed on the ingredients but maybe I'm missing something.
I think it looks nice! PHAs are a smart choice for sensitive skin. It's fragrance-free. :)
Cutie101
01-18-2022, 09:00 PM
I'm going to try the CeraVe. Neutrogena used to have a pore refining scrub I loved and then they discontinued it.
You can try the bioderma face scrub, it's better than the Neutrogena one, because it's less harsh to the skin. This is what I have been using for years, it's gentle and yet scrubs well. Scrubs are not reccomended to the skin in general, because they create micro wounds that can cause infections and acne, but I don't have a sensitive skin, so I use this once or twice a week https://www.bioderma.us/all-products/sebium/exfoliating-gel
carmen_b
01-18-2022, 11:17 PM
I got on Yaz BC with hopes of clearing up my back . The generic I take is called Nikki.
It seems to be improving ! 4 weeks and the skin feels so much better. I'm excited for 2-3 more weeks of it.
I feel like it makes me HUNGRY though. I have another med that is supposed to offset that but I'm still watching food closely .
chanzep
01-19-2022, 12:13 AM
I take a generic one too. Had some long name. Makes me sleepy.
SnuffleUffleGrass
01-19-2022, 07:14 AM
First of the first: gel polish and rubber gloves. It's the only thing that helped my nails grow, prevent them from breaking, prevent me from biting my nails, etc. Why rubber gloves? For house work. Wash dishes, clean the house, etc. Use rubber gloves, will keep your nails strong. Especially when doing dishes. I do have a dishwasher but there are things that I also wash by hand. I have a pair or rubber gloves on my sink.
Soo, definitely get yourself a regular gel manicure. It will keep your nails intact for 2-3 weeks untill the next appointment.
Also, after I do remove polish (or gel polish) I do use this oil https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Elixir-Intensely-Regenerating-Cuticles/dp/B00LN5BZP0/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=eveline+nail&qid=1642492799&sprefix=eveline+nai%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-1 massage well into the nails, let the nails and cuticles suck it in and then I was my hands, wipe my nails with nail polish remover and proceed with doing my manicure. Real good thing.
Before doing my nails with gel, I'd use this treatment as a base coat when I used to do my nails with regular polish: https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Cosmetics-Intensive-Treatment-Conditioner/dp/B00B84OJ54?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
To add to this- wear gloves when you have to wash dishes and handle chemicals....as a woman the older you get, the faster your real age is apparent on your hands. & If you're busy it's easy to trash a fresh manicure.
carmen_b
01-19-2022, 11:38 AM
I wonder if I should start taking mine at night. I just worry it's much more likely to get done early. I take all my pills WITH my coffee because I'm never going to forget to have it.
I'm seriously so impressed so far with this pill.
I had my doubts ( I am sensitive to meds and " feel " all hormonal changes ).
Maybe I needed them though. 5 weeks ago I had little eraser sized " nub " type cystic acne on my back.
I couldn't leave it alone ( which makes it worse obviously ).
I can't wait for more progress ( hopefully with no weight gain or minimal ).
I take a generic one too. Had some long name. Makes me sleepy.
whirlerz
01-19-2022, 01:37 PM
I bought this, @ Ulta today, was looking for a good basic gentle moisturizer for dry skin during the harsh winter.. Lol had lots of time waiting in exam room for Dr.::)
I wanted the Pacifica one, out of stock tho
56488 $12.00
WonderWoman0642
01-21-2022, 12:42 PM
First of the first: gel polish and rubber gloves. It's the only thing that helped my nails grow, prevent them from breaking, prevent me from biting my nails, etc. Why rubber gloves? For house work. Wash dishes, clean the house, etc. Use rubber gloves, will keep your nails strong. Especially when doing dishes. I do have a dishwasher but there are things that I also wash by hand. I have a pair or rubber gloves on my sink.
Soo, definitely get yourself a regular gel manicure. It will keep your nails intact for 2-3 weeks untill the next appointment.
Also, after I do remove polish (or gel polish) I do use this oil https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Elixir-Intensely-Regenerating-Cuticles/dp/B00LN5BZP0/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=eveline+nail&qid=1642492799&sprefix=eveline+nai%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-1 massage well into the nails, let the nails and cuticles suck it in and then I was my hands, wipe my nails with nail polish remover and proceed with doing my manicure. Real good thing.
Before doing my nails with gel, I'd use this treatment as a base coat when I used to do my nails with regular polish: https://www.amazon.com/Eveline-Cosmetics-Intensive-Treatment-Conditioner/dp/B00B84OJ54?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
I second this! Using gloves while dishwashing really helps. I've been getting manicures with the powder/dip and they last for 3 weeks. But I have to get them removed at the nail salon and my nails look weaker. So I might switch and do gel instead.
JessaJade
01-24-2022, 08:01 AM
I've decided not to get fillers at all. Long story short, I want to avoid issues with migration and adverse effects from any dissolver later on. There's a lot more research being done into how fillers behave longer term and it has really put me off.
I'm much more keen on long-lasting procedures anyway, so will be looking to have a lip lift and then face/neck lift and blepharosplasty later on. In the meantime I'll just do moderate botox and try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, along with just embracing/accepting some of my flaws.
Cutie101
01-24-2022, 08:11 AM
I've decided not to get fillers at all. Long story short, I want to avoid issues with migration and adverse effects from any dissolver later on. There's a lot more research being done into how fillers behave longer term and it has really put me off.
I'm much more keen on long-lasting procedures anyway, so will be looking to have a lip lift and then face/neck lift and blepharosplasty later on. In the meantime I'll just do moderate botox and try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, along with just embracing/accepting some of my flaws.
Good thinking! I am not a big fan of fillers either, I think moderate botox and some lifting/ blepharoplasty are the way to go. Many use fillers because it's cheaper. Lifting is hella expensive, because you do wanna go at a reputable doctor and not fool around with something like this.
I'm turning 30 later this year and I want a blepharoplasty already. Ok I have hooded eyelids, but a youthful eye area will also help me keep looking in my early 20's, till I do the next moves :)))
JessaJade
01-24-2022, 09:17 AM
^Yeah, even with the best filler specialist who only injects conservative amounts, there is no definitive way to predict how or where that filler will migrate later...and it seems that it very often does that. The dissolver can have nasty effects on skin as it targets both the filler and your own natural hyaluronic acid. I think as I am already 40, I wouldn't want to risk losing my own HA which might not regenerate the way it 'should' in someone younger.
I'm really picky about this stuff and although there is always some risk involved, the worst thing is to do things on the cheap or get impatient and go for quick fixes, then suffer the consequences later. I can be patient enough to wait for a top surgeon to do their magic in a few years when I can comfortably afford it and travel restrictions have settled.
LoveyD
01-24-2022, 06:37 PM
I won't do filler. I hate that pillow face look. Need to schedule myself for Botox soon
That's the only thing I'll do.
I noticed that the Neutrogena ultra wrinkle serum w retinol makes my tear trough area look tighter. I love what it does for my skin.
JessaJade
01-25-2022, 03:46 AM
^I mean fillers done well can look amazing, just like good botox where you can hardly tell it's been done...I just can't be dealing with lumpy filler or weird migration issues later on. I don't even like the way they inject it, it looks kind of traumatic for the skin/tissues to me.
charlie61
01-25-2022, 11:15 AM
^I mean fillers done well can look amazing, just like good botox where you can hardly tell it's been done...I just can't be dealing with lumpy filler or weird migration issues later on. I don't even like the way they inject it, it looks kind of traumatic for the skin/tissues to me.
I'm also suspicious of the effect that fillers can have over time, even without migration issues. Aren't you kind of expanding the skin to the point where your skin would be more deflated / wrinkled once the fillers wear off? I truly know nothing about fillers, so apologies for my ignorance!
indiegirl
01-26-2022, 11:56 PM
I may have to get invisalign again. FECKKKK. This is gonna be the 3rd time. The 2nd time it cost me 10 grand because I was in New York but I now need a different set because of veneers. Anybody know of those websites that advertise where you take the impressions at home, mail them in, and they set a plan up for you that's good? I don't want to go in person and waste money like that again.
whirlerz
01-28-2022, 02:48 PM
I got this today @Target56537