Showing posts with label skin care. Show all posts
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7/04/2012

Jan Marini BioGlycolic BIOCLEAR Cream 1 oz Review

Jan Marini BioGlycolic BIOCLEAR Cream 1 oz
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I am an esthetician who has used the Bioclear serum and sold both the serum and cream with great success. I have yet to find another product that gets rid of blackheads like this one. It also makes your skin feel really smooth. My clients seemed to like the cream better because it was not drying.

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7/03/2012

Pretika ST186 DermaHeat Acne Control Technology (4 Pieces) Review

Pretika ST186 DermaHeat Acne Control Technology (4 Pieces)
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Like many adults with lifelong occasional acne I was intrigued when the FDA approved heat shock treament devices since they offered freedom from ointments and pills and might actually be more effective. This intrigue turned to dismay when I saw that the Zeno and Thermaclear units were pricey and Zeno in particular seemed to have a dodgy buy-new-cartridges model. Since the heat shock principle is easy enough I thought this Pretika device might actually let me test whether it really worked. In particular I wanted to test it without all the salicylic acid scrubs and moisturizers that are for some reason included (i.e., if the device actually works, why do you need all those other agents and isn't using them concealing --- in Public Health speak confounding --- whether the device itself is doing anything?). I didn't find the heat too painful but remember you are pressing a hot object against an inflamed pimple. I did find it time consuming: if you have 5 areas you want to treat, expect to blow about 20 minutes so it can't be a morning off to work regimen. The big issue however is that I didn't find it relieved any spot of my acne. Over the course of my trying it out I used it on pimples, cystic areas, a boil, and white heads (that last group should not have worked anyway since they were not inflamed) on my face, chest, and back. I sometimes felt some moderate pain relief right afterwards but the acne proceeded to develop like it always does and didn't seem to be slowed down at all.
The biggest defect here is the lack of a money back guarantee. I'd also note that the device can be quite hard to administer to some areas (e.g., precisely positioning it for three minutes against areas on the back that are hard to reach is impossible). The more expensive units do come wiht a guarantee but I am not sold on the technology.

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7/01/2012

Cure Series Japanese Exfoliating Bath Towel from OHE - Hard Weave - Pink, 110cm Review

Cure Series Japanese Exfoliating Bath Towel from OHE - Hard Weave - Pink, 110cm
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This is the third brand bath cloth I have bought and it's exactly what I had been looking for: it's rough (but not too rough), and not heavy while using. The green and pink 110cm Cure towels are he leyije length. I also tried out the blue one which is a little longer, but this is personal preference. I prefer the green / pink length, personally.
about the other two brands:
- leyijie towels: it's like using sandpaper.
- aquis: good feel, but the material is too absorbent which makes it too heavy to use comfortably.


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6/23/2012

Skinceuticals Hydrating B5 Gel 6 x 5ml Travel size/Sample Bottles Review

Skinceuticals Hydrating B5 Gel 6 x 5ml Travel size/Sample Bottles
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The gel is certainly easily applied and goes a long way. I'm just not sure what I'm getting out of using it. On the plus side, it absorbs easily and has no oily residue. On the con side, I don't see any change in my skin.

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6/21/2012

SKINCEUTICALS RETINOL 0.5 REFINING NIGHT Cream 6 x 5 ML = 1 Oz / 30 ML, With 0.5% PURE Retinol TRAVEL KIT. Review

SKINCEUTICALS RETINOL 0.5 REFINING NIGHT Cream 6 x 5 ML = 1 Oz / 30 ML, With 0.5% PURE Retinol TRAVEL KIT.
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I remembered purchasing a product with pure retinol in it (not this one) along with a pure plant-based toner and pure vitamin C serum many moons ago (about 17 years) and noticed how well my skin looked; pore reduction, firmness, collagen support, even skin-tone. Granted, I was in my early 30's and had minor skin problems (not associated with diet nor nutrition). When I first used this combination, I was very concerned, because my face began to break out and flake. I began to reduce the use of the retinol (used it along with toner and vit C serum 3 times, daily) to about twice-a-week. The following week, my face looked absolutely amazing! The unfortunate thing is that I could no longer find the line of products (discontinued) and never tried anything else again. I decided to try the sample of Skinceuticals Retinol and am very impressed with the results. I have been using the product for about 1 week, and already see the difference in the tone, texture and pore size of my skin with the use of this remarkable prodcut! I also like the fact that it doesn't have perfume or a fragrance which attract bugs! EVERY SINGLE TIME I USE ANYTHING WITH A SCENT/FRAGRANCE BUGS BITE ME, I HATE IT!...lol. It does, however have a slight medicinal-like? scent which may annoy some, but the scent does go away, within a few seconds and bugs don't bother me! The only negative is that my face is beginning to flake, so I guess this is a sign that it is regenerating/renewing skin-cells. I will reduce the applications to two/three times, weekly to see if this helps with the flakiness. Also, I will probably purchase pure vit. C serum. I thought about aloe, but my skin doesn't seem to like aloe. For me, this extraordinary product delivers and it does so, Quickly!

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6/18/2012

Dove Gentle Exfoliating Daily Facial Cleansing Pillows, SkinVitalizer Refills 14 pillows Review

Dove Gentle Exfoliating Daily Facial Cleansing Pillows, SkinVitalizer Refills 14 pillows
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I LOVE these exfoliating pillows. They leave your complexion glowing. One side takes off any makeup residue your makeup remover leaves behind, the other buffs off dead skin cells. You can't find these in the stores and Amazon sellers are charging a small fortune for them (more than 10 times what I used to pay at the drugstore). Dove, PLEASE bring these back!!!!

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6/13/2012

Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation ~ Ivory 1 Review

Mary Kay Mineral Powder Foundation ~ Ivory 1
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With Mary Kay products such as this, I don't feel like I have much make up on but yet it does it's job. I first use alittle Mary Kay liquid foundation underneath (recommended by a Mary Kay Specialtist), then I apply the mineral foundadtion powder. I find the two together work good for me. I have tried the mineral powder alone, like in a hurry, and it does an acceptable job too.

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5/27/2012

Clarisonic Classic Sonic Cleansing System Review

Clarisonic Classic Sonic Cleansing System
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I purchased this Clarisonic Skin system from my dermatologist and I love it. I use it once a day in the shower and it's great for keeping my skin looking healthy and fresh. I live in Alaska where I don't get sun for close to half a year and this product makes my skin feel much more alive and gives it some color. You can use any liquid cleanser with it - - you do not have to use the Clarisonic cleansers that come with it. The heads last a long time but when they wear out, replacement heads are available at about $25 each.
I highly recommend this product.

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5/14/2012

Earth Therapeutics Softouch Complexion Brush Review

Earth Therapeutics Softouch Complexion Brush
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I loved this brush when I bought the first one. I would use it on my face in the shower, it is very gentle. One day when I was using it though it just fell to pieces and crashed to the floor. It felt like glass going into my face. I knew I had dropped it before and thought that maybe it had a hairline crack and this caused the breakage. So I bought a new one to replace it, the exact same thing happened with this one after just 2 weeks. I contacted Earth Therapeutics and told them what had happened and asked for a replacement brush, since I had already purchased 2 in a matter of a few months. They just responded that they would pass the information onto their Research Department. The next time I was in Mom's, the store where I purchased the brushes I informed them of my experience and they said they would discontinue carrying the product. Whether they did or not, I don't know. I know I will never buy another Earth Therapeutics product in my life. It's not fun having what feels like pieces of glass break apart in your face when your cleaning it!

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5/08/2012

Olay Total Effects Eye Transforming Cream, 0.5 Ounce Review

Olay Total Effects Eye Transforming Cream, 0.5 Ounce
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This product has a good thick texture allowing proper application and portion control (and a little goes a long way making its price for its value very reasonable). There are no perfumes and there are no residual sticky or greasy feeling after application. Also; I ran out of my normal face cream without realizing I was completely out (seperate Oil of Olay product), so I used this product as a temporary substitute on my entire face including the eye area. My face felt well-hydrated for the entire day. I have never before used a hydrating product made for the eyes on my entire face. I was very happy with the results and felt that if my entire face felt this well-hydrated (and not greasy or shiny), then this product must truly be well-designed and produced. I have used department store brand names as well as other over-the-counter products; I am sincerely happiest with this product.

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Total Effects fights 7 signs of aging (fine lines and wrinkles, rough texture, uneven skin tone, dullness, prominent pores, age spots, and dryness) by: ' Minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles' Brightening skin by reducing the appearance of dark circles' Fighting dullness for healthy-looking radiance' Reducing the look of puffiness' Moisturizing to nourish dry skin and to help firm and lift its appearance ' Smoothing skin's texture with gentle exfoliation' Balancing color and tone

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5/03/2012

Triple Lanolin Mango Vera Hand and Body Lotion (case of 96) Review

Triple Lanolin Mango Vera Hand and Body Lotion (case of 96)
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Great stuff. Only thing that's ever healed my super sensitive dry skin. I've tried nearly everything else and nothing works like the Triple Lanolin. I use the small tubes for my purse and for traveling. The larger pump bottles are in my kitchen and bathroom where I can have them handy after doing dishes or hand washing. It was recommended by a close friend who works in a plant nursery and abuses her hands daily. The shipping was fast and the price is very reasonable too. Oh yes, it smells really nice too.

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5/01/2012

GlowFusion Micro-Nutrient Face and Body Natural Protein Tan Enhancing Emulsion 5oz (147.85ml) Review

GlowFusion Micro-Nutrient Face and Body Natural Protein Tan Enhancing Emulsion 5oz (147.85ml)
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I normally don't review products, but this one is so truely awful that I feel I must save the world! One star is being WAY to generous.
I am on Italian descent so I tan easily and very prettily. HOWEVER, I also understand what the sun can do and chose not to sunbake in my backyard. I decided to "test" this product for my upcoming nuptuals.
Number one: Remember QT from the 70's and 80's? This product is HIGHLY comparable to the fake, radioactive orange color.
Number two: The smell....dirty socks mixed 'n moonshine.
Number three: Streaky and blotchy...I did what I was supposed to....exfoliated, moisturized the tempermental parts and STILL ended up with streaks. I look like a piece of Fruit Stripe gum.
I'm hoping it doesn't last the full 14 days, but since I only applied it on my calves once, and a lot seemed to come off after an exfoliating shower this morning, I'm hoping it's a myth and in the next 3 or 4 days I'll be good to go (not glow) as the blushing bride, not the nuclear fallout bride!
STAY AWAY! Jergen's Express Glow is a much better, easier to use, easier to control product that provides a natural looking tan! GlowFusion is neither worth the hype nor the price and I am embarrassed for the folks at Nordstrom who raved of its benefits! No wonder you can't even buy it on their website anymore!
BUYER BEWARE!!!! Be afraid...very afraid.

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4/27/2012

Clarisonic Mia Skin Cleansing System, Lavender Review

Clarisonic Mia Skin Cleansing System, Lavender
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Clarisonic has a winner with the Mia! I absolutely love it! I bought the Sonicare toothbrush years ago with great results on my dental exams, so a sonic cleansing system for my skin sounded worth investigating. I was intrigued by all the positive reviews of the Clarisonic Mia. I have sensitive skin, and I'm not exactly a 20-something year old anymore...or 30, or 40, or 50; I have to stop here before I give my age away! This little Mia has changed my skin for the better. I can't believe after a few weeks it has smoothed my skin so beautifully! I follow the instructions that came with it, and don't overdo the time limit it suggests. There were always tiny little bumps around my lips and under my eyes that never went away. Not really obvious, but a bother to me. Well, the Mia has really made them go away! Exfoliating to me has always been associated with harsh abrasives, or acids. But in a few weeks the Mia has done a better job, with no irritation, than any other method I have used. I think everyone should have one, it is that good! It is a bit pricey but it is so worth it. It comes with the sensitive skin brush and a tube of cleanser. I prefer to use my Basis soap as it is so mild. I also purchased the Delicate skin brush. That is what I am using now although the sensitive brush gave me no problems, I just wanted the option of two brushes. I use it on my neck and sometimes on the backs of my hands. Smooth skin is wonderful! My moisturizer sinks in and is really working better now. I highly recommend this cute little Mia for everyone!

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4/22/2012

Neutrogena Advanced Solutions At Home MicroDermabrasion System Review

Neutrogena Advanced Solutions At Home MicroDermabrasion System
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I was at Target last weekend looking at this product. There was a woman right next to me that noticed me putting it back on the shelf and walking away. She stopped me and told me that she was using it and it worked really well. She had a great deal of discoloration on her face - probably sun damage (I wish now I had asked). But I noticed much of it was peeling off, revealing smooth, pink skin. She told me that was a direct result of the micro-dermabrasion kit. With every use, she could see more and more of the discoloration fading. She went on and on about how wonderful this was and eventually her husband came looking for her. When he overheard her talking to me, he chimed in and also had many great things to say about it. He assured me he had seen a remarkable improvement in his wife's skin since she started using it.
So I decided it was worth a try. I don't have sun damage or hardly any wrinkles yet, but I do have a lot of red and pink scars or marks left behind from acne. Not pitting, just discoloration. I was hoping this system would help diminish the appearance of these marks.
Well, I'm happy to report that it does. I've used it six times now and I have seen those marks fade dramatically. Yippee!!!
However, I feel obliged to mention that I've not followed the directions to a T. I had been using Neutrogena's Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle/Anti-Blemish cream for quite some time with very positive results. This cream contains Retinal and Salicylic Acid. The directions for the Micro-Dermabrasion kit said that you should discontinue use of these products while using it. Well, I couldn't bear the thought of parting with this miracle cream since it had done so much for me, so I decided to try using it the morning after the micro-dermabrasion and it didn't bother me. So the next night I put it on right after I was finished and it still didn't bother me. So I've kept using Retinal and Salicylic Acid - against their advice, but it's been working really well for me. But I need to mention that I do not have sensitive skin at all. In fact, I've continue using Proactiv cleanser in the shower, which has a very similar texture as the Micro Dermabrasion cream so it exfoliates much the same way. In addition, it contains Benzoyl Peroxide. And yet my skin still has not had an adverse reaction. Quite the opposite in fact. Furthermore, I've used the micro-dermabrasion kit more often than recommended. The first two nights I used it as directed. But on days three and four, I used it in the morning as well as before bed. I can't help but think that continued use of my favorite products in addition to the micro-dermabrasion twice a day has been the reason why I've seen such dramatic improvement in my skin's texture and appearance. My skin hasn't looked this good since before I hit puberty - and I'm a ripe 38 years now!
But I strongly recommend following the directions from Neutrgena initially. Wait and see how your skin reacts and ease into a more aggressive skin-care routine gradually so you can see how much your own skin can withstand. Good luck!

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4/17/2012

DermaNew Acne and Oil Clarification System Review

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I ordered my DermaNew Acne kit in late January 2007. The item came packaged in a ziplock bag, which was odd. Out of the bag, the item was open; there was no shrinkwrap or anything to protect the contents, thought the included spongeheads (one small, one large) were shinkwrapped, as were the included AA batteries. The "tool" itself reminds me of Neutrogena's dermabrasion tool, both in the type of plastic used, and the vibrations it makes: the handle itself vibrates when the tool is used, which is very unpleasant. Also, the vibration of the head itself doesn't really have much of an effect; you get the same effect whether the tool is on or off. That means the tool is just an expensive combination facial cleansing brush/foam application sponge. The "dermabrasion" cream that comes with the kit isn't that great; it's only 1% salicylic acid (beta hydroxy acid) and it doesn't really exfoliate or clean that well. The item certainly isn't worth its MSRP, but perhaps is worth under ten dollars; it's just a novelty. The instruction manual that comes with it look like it's been cut from a larger sheet of paper w/ a child's pair of safety scissors -- BY a child (it's crooked), and the box it comes in looks suspiciously dirty and broken, like it's been open and/or thrown around a lot since it was filled.

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4/09/2012

Fantasea Facial Cleansing Sponge * 12 Per Package Review

Fantasea Facial Cleansing Sponge * 12 Per Package
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This is a great little sponge for travel or just to sit by your sink to grab and wash your face with -- and just the right size. There are 12 in the pack so I gave them to friends as well. They dry out quickly which avoids germs but I still recommend changing out to a new one often.

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3/08/2012

DDF-Doctor's Dermatologic Formula Revolve 400X Micro-Polishing System Review

DDF-Doctor's Dermatologic Formula Revolve 400X Micro-Polishing System
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I'm not a girl with too many gifts in life, but one I do have is great skin. Unfortunately, this genetic boon has made me somewhat lackadaisical about my skincare regimen. Now that I'm in my 40's, it's time to get a little more serious about this.
I've been using the DDF Revolve 400X Micro-Polishing System for two weeks now. When it arrived, the first thing I did was pop in the batteries and test it on the back of my hand. It felt great! Upon reading the instructions, I thought, "Doing this for one minute a day is not going to be enough." But actually, it is.
I've been using the machine exactly as recommended. It comes with two different types of heads used for two different activities. The soft-bristled brush can be used for daily cleansing--except for on days when you use the flat sponge head for exfoliation.
The first time I used my foaming cleanser with the brush head, I applied the cleanser directly to the device (as opposed to my skin) and I wondered if it would foam up like crazy. The micro-polisher spread the cleanser fine, but everything was sort of dry and not that foamy. I quickly learned that things are much more comfortable if you re-wet the brush head once or twice as you go. Using the machine on my skin does feel great. I start out at the lower speed and work my way up to the higher one. My thoughts of scrubbing my face for ten minutes at a time were way off-base. This is a fairly intense cleansing. There's nothing remotely irritating about it, but the recommended minute is really all you need. You can just tell. When I was done, my skin felt super clean and super smooth and just really, really good. And, FWIW, I now find that I'm more diligent in my use of sun screen, night cream, moisturizer, etc.
The next day I tried out the exfoliation function. It's recommended that you not do this more than twice a week, which seems about right. I'm sure that once a week will be plenty for many. For exfoliation, use one of the two included sponge heads. These sponges are firm and dense, like the kind you use to apply makeup. You'll also use a small amount (half a teaspoon) of the included DFF Polishing Crystals. Here, rather than on the machine head, I placed small dollops around my cheeks and chin. (It seemed less spreadable than the cleanser.) The cream has a very gritty texture, and when used it was noticeably self-warming, as advertised. Here again, I'd recommend thoroughly saturating the sponge head with water before use, and re-wetting if necessary so things don't get too dry and abrasive. And don't overdo exfoliation; it's like sand-blasting your face--but in a good way, LOL.
Again, I felt great and tingly after using the micro-polisher to exfoliate. To be honest, I suspect my esthetician would say that the polishing crystals are too abrasive to be used for exfoliation. (She always says that about things that feel good.) So, when my supply runs out, I'll probably continue to use the machine with a gentler product that she recommends.
I'll note again that I don't have any skin problems to cope with. Users with sensitive skin, rosacia, acne, or other issues may find their results to be more or less optimal than mine. Should I experience anything not noted here with extended use, I will update this review accordingly.
I see that some reviewers aren't pleased with the value of this product. I'll be honest, I find it hard to judge. I never purchase these sorts of luxury items, so I can't effectively compare it to similar products. All I can tell you is that I'm quite delighted with this little machine. While it is costly, it seems to be doing its job quite well, and it offers me a minute of real indulgence in my day. Like I said, it's a highlight.

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