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Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:20 pm  |
Let's post what we have learned about skincare over the years. I will start.
- No tan is safe, unless it is fake.
- Always wear sunscreen, Ti0 is best for delicate skin.
- I don't exfoliate anymore, I think it is dangerous as it can hurt tissue. Opt for peels by a dermatologist.
- Most hair shampoo and conditioners, use silicon to make it feel "moist" in reality actually drying out the hair. It is better to use actual oil instead.
- If you don't have perfect skin, you can fake it and look good using high pigment foundation such as dermablend.
- Color contacts are great but they have to look natural, a good brand is illusion opaques. |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:45 pm |
Great thread:
Here is what I have learnt works best for me:
* Skincare routine: Keep it simple
*Homemade Cleanser is best I have used
*Less make-up is more
*High SPF Sunscreen when on holiday |
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oily/acne prone - acne scars on chin area/Large Pores in winter. Oily in Summer. Fair, nuetral/cool complexion, burn easily. Early 20s |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 2:11 pm |
Mine:
--A good cleanser goes a long way.
--Mask is best for emergency boost, daily skincare regimen has much more profound impacts on skin.
--Learn to read ingredients, but they are not everything. |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 2:29 pm |
Mine:
good skincare is FUN and makes a better difference than makeup!
Simple Is Good.
Homemade stuff is top-notch.
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 2:48 pm |
Great thread. Things I've learned:
*Stay away from chemicals, synthetics and preservatives and keep it natural and organic -if you wouldn't put it in your mouth, don't put it on your skin! Your skin and health will thank you for it.
*There are no "miracle creams".
*Simplify and reduce - no need for product clutter
*Prevention is the best medicine so take care of yourself from the get go
*A lot of things come down to genetics so we can thank them for that or curse them
*Love your skin and don't stress about every small thing - most of the time you're the only person that sees the flaws
*Smile - it makes everyone much more beautiful, glowing and fresh |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 3:03 pm |
*try one new product at a time
*give new products time to work
*less is more:)
*expensive does'nt equal better
*sticking with a routine pays off- don't skip, it only takes a minute or two for the basics and it's so worth it.
*exercise and diet are BIG* Healthy equals beauty
*accentuate the positive, embrace the negative.
*It's okay to pamper myself and take time for ME.
Allie Grace |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 3:42 pm |
| *stick to samples when you can, then when you decide, get the full size product. |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 4:12 pm |
-I have also learned to read ingredients, best to stay organic although not all chemicals are bad (I still have much more to learn regarding ingredients though)
-AHA is good for acneic skin, and is generally beneficial overall (I never knew ANYTHING abt AHAs before)
but the most impt that i've learned abt skincare is which products are the right ones for me - becuz of the reviews from EDS.
the DIY recipe thread is also a great learning thread as it really taught me which oils do what and what I get by mixing them all together^^ |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 5:44 pm |
| daniel7654 wrote: |
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- If you don't have perfect skin, you can fake it and look good using high pigment foundation such as dermablend.
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I'm going to check this dermablend out, thankyou!
Allie Grace |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:43 pm |
What I have learned: Stay out of tanning booths, or as they are fondly called, "cancer cubicles". I am battling permanent sun damage/hyperpigmentation on my lower cheeks/jawline as a result of years of on-again/off-again tanning. I always knew tanning wasn't safe, but I liked having the tan so much I ignored the warnings. Now I'm really paying the price. I recently heard that tanning lamps get way down deep into the skin, causing immense damage. I've tried the Obagi system as well as numerous other bleaching products and procedures. So far, nothing has been a permanent cure. Yes, unfortunately this has been a very HARD lesson to learn . . . so please learn from my mistakes--NO TANNING BOOTHS!  |
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Me: NOT Fabulous 50--recent surgically-induced menopause, aging/sagging skin, life-long acne issues, hyperpigmentation. Seeking solutions~possibly even Holy Grail! |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:44 pm |
....and my top ones
 Not to exfoliate the eye area (it doesn't generate new collagen like it does on other parts of the face.)
 to always moisturise the eye area - it doesn't have it's own oil glands
 Nothing works without a decent level of exfoliation. You may as well chuck your actives over your shoulder.
Investigate the percentages and base of actives. A lot of companies offer empty promises.
Quality doesn't have to be expensive
Instant results doesn't always mean it's good for your skin in the long term |
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Mon Jun 26, 2006 9:05 pm |
Thanks a lot ladies (& gentleman) !! Very inspiring indeed.
What I have learned -
1) Less is more - in both make up and skin care.
2) Never trust advertisements on dept store brands skin care and make up - now that I have learned so much from this forum - I will not be fooled by them anymore.
3) Take good care of your skin (and glad mine is getting better everyday) and minimize on make up.
4) Try to understand what different ingredients in a product do to my skin.
Thank you all of you on the Forum !! |
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Asian-40's-combination/dehydrated skin-on endless quest for perfect skin-like you! |
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Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:09 am |
I've learnt to always check the EDS forum before buying anything! And if what you want to know isn't there, then ask for advice.  |
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Tue Jun 27, 2006 7:53 am |
| The best anti-aging product is a dimmer switch... for every light fitting in every room, ESPECIALLY the bedroom |
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Tue Jun 27, 2006 7:59 am |
| I've learned to always read ingredients. Sometimes I see that expensive products use cheap ingredients, while more affordable products sometimes use the nicest, most skin-friendly ingredients. |
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27, sensitive/reactive/acne prone skin, dark brown hair, blue eyes, possibly the palest woman alive... |
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Tue Jun 27, 2006 8:07 am |
Appletini you made me chuckle  But seriouly:-consistentcy is key with skincare
-it's ok to wear makeup judiciously as
we get older, as long as it looks
good
-expensive does not always mean better
-DIY works in most cases
-and last but not least, it's ok take
care of yourself  |
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