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Fri May 25, 2007 11:48 am  |
| What products really work to reduce pore size and lines/wrinkles that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 4:37 pm |
i dont think theres anything out there that isnt expensive...but it depends on whether it does the job
i cant rec any cheap products for your wrinkles but for my pores, i think an aspirin mask is good. theres a thread in the DIY forum about different aspirin mask recipes |
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Premenstrual acne, combination, dehydrated skin. Using- Retin-a, bb cream, Asian sheet masks, Avene mist, Dr Jart |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 4:56 pm |
Skinbio cp serum and the super serum are fabulous and cheap. Also, Emu oil.
Vivant serums are great and they cost between 54-60 for 1 oz. when it's not on sale.
Salicylic acid peels.
Most JM products aren't expensive but are great.
There are some great products that don't cost an arm and a leg that you can buy on sales and they do a great job  |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 5:24 pm |
Well, you have to realize, to a certain extent, you get what you pay for. So, if you buy something super cheap, don't expect it to do wonders. Having said that, there are some reasonable things out there that will give you results.
DHC and PSF skincare are both inexpensive brands that have good products. Nivea Co-Q10 wrinkle reducer is a nice, rich, night cream. Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask and Beyond Belief Clean Pore Nose Peel (both at Sally's) both work to reduce pore size. |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 7:32 pm |
| It should also be noted that you cannot truly reduce your pore size, you can only make them "appear" smaller. |
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 8:33 pm |
| yeahyeah wrote: |
i dont think theres anything out there that isnt expensive...but it depends on whether it does the job
i cant rec any cheap products for your wrinkles but for my pores, i think an aspirin mask is good. theres a thread in the DIY forum about different aspirin mask recipes |
I tried a search and couldn't find the thread. will you help me? thank you. |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 8:52 pm |
The below DIY mask is good:
- egg white (1 egg)
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- mixed with certain amount of starch (to make it sticky)
Egg white is good to reduce pores. |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 8:56 pm |
| kd wrote: |
| yeahyeah wrote: |
i dont think theres anything out there that isnt expensive...but it depends on whether it does the job
i cant rec any cheap products for your wrinkles but for my pores, i think an aspirin mask is good. theres a thread in the DIY forum about different aspirin mask recipes |
I tried a search and couldn't find the thread. will you help me? thank you. |
Would this be the one you try to look for:
http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=12902&highlight=aspirin+mask+recipes |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 9:15 pm |
Thank you iamei. Hmmmmmm. I don't have any issues with acne. Sometimes some larger pores show up with certain MMU's. What do you think? Worth my time to do the aspirin mask thing or should I go in a different direction.
Appreciate the advice. |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 9:36 pm |
I love my aspirin mask...it's not just good for acne...its general exfoliating properties can benefit anyone  |
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32, Fair Skin, combo/break-out prone. Simple routine of REN No. 1 Purity Cleansing Balm and Argan oil as a moisturizer; Clarisonic when needed. That's it! |
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Wed Jun 06, 2007 11:09 pm |
| lbianca wrote: |
Skinbio cp serum and the super serum are fabulous and cheap. Also, Emu oil.
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Seconded! |
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my new jewellery website:www.gentle-medusa.com |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 4:48 am |
| ParisTroika wrote: |
| I love my aspirin mask...it's not just good for acne...its general exfoliating properties can benefit anyone |
ParisTroika and Guapagirl - what your favorite aspirin masks. I've reviewed a ton of recipes and get the impression that each targets something in particular based on the different ingredients.  |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 6:46 am |
| My pores appeared smaller and clearer after using oils. They aren't perfect, but I see definite improvement. And oils are not that expensive. I use emu, jojoba, and camellia oils. |
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28 / Asian / oily tzone + dehydrated / Acne under control, fading acne marks. Still have clogged pores. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 6:50 am |
| kd wrote: |
| ParisTroika wrote: |
| I love my aspirin mask...it's not just good for acne...its general exfoliating properties can benefit anyone |
ParisTroika and Guapagirl - what your favorite aspirin masks. I've reviewed a ton of recipes and get the impression that each targets something in particular based on the different ingredients. |
Nooooo not asprin masks for me!  I have dryish skin and no problems (normally) with breakouts, blemishes etc! My face would look like a dried out river bed if I put asprin mask on it! |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 8:35 am |
| skim wrote: |
| My pores appeared smaller and clearer after using oils. They aren't perfect, but I see definite improvement. And oils are not that expensive. I use emu, jojoba, and camellia oils. |
Good idea by skim. You can try the appropriate oil for your skin by Clarins for instance. It's 40 ml and it might appear expensive but it lasts for ages. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 8:47 am |
| lbianca wrote: |
| skim wrote: |
| My pores appeared smaller and clearer after using oils. They aren't perfect, but I see definite improvement. And oils are not that expensive. I use emu, jojoba, and camellia oils. |
Good idea by skim. You can try the appropriate oil for your skin by Clarins for instance. It's 40 ml and it might appear expensive but it lasts for ages. |
How long do you think a bottle of Clarins oil last? It's next on my list of purchase. |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 9:34 am |
Sometimes a cheap clay masque is very good for the skin pores. Also sauna will keep your skin "glowing"... try this!
Cheers.
| kd wrote: |
| What products really work to reduce pore size and lines/wrinkles that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 9:39 am |
I tried those FREE samples of Clarins for older skin. Clarins did not work for me, don't know why. My skin appeared worst than before, so I gave the remaining samples for a friend to try. Don't know what happen after that!
I think you don't need expensive products to look "young". It is a matter of taking very good care of yourself i.e.
- eat well (no junk foods);
- lots of vegies and fruits;
- sleep well;
- don't smoke;
- try relaxation;
- exercise.
Cheers.
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| lbianca wrote: |
| skim wrote: |
| My pores appeared smaller and clearer after using oils. They aren't perfect, but I see definite improvement. And oils are not that expensive. I use emu, jojoba, and camellia oils. |
Good idea by skim. You can try the appropriate oil for your skin by Clarins for instance. It's 40 ml and it might appear expensive but it lasts for ages. |
How long do you think a bottle of Clarins oil last? It's next on my list of purchase. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 9:57 am |
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How long do you think a bottle of Clarins oil last? It's next on my list of purchase. |
18 months to 2 yrs easy even with daily application. That is, if you only put it on your face and maybe even the neck. It's very concentrated. There's no use in using more than very sparingly. It really lasts forever. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:05 am |
kd, some of the less $$spendy products I've found that help reduce pore size and wrinkles.. Of course, I also use some more expensive product as well...
jojoba oil - inexpensive [at least at Garden of Wisdom and Trader Jo's] makeup remover, great for cleansing face and helping to keep pores unclogged, which will in turn minimize the appearance of pore size.
plain yogurt mask - inexpensive way to apply AHA to your skin in the form of lactic acid. If you run oily, adding some bentonite clay powder is very effective.
camellia oil - a few drops all over your face and neck as a last step. Helps to promote collagen production.
A great sunblock on face, neck, chest, arms and any other area exposed to the sun.
Hope this helps! |
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44 – combo/oily skin with a tendency towards clogged pores. Thanks to EDS, tweaked my skincare routine and normalized skin… no more breakouts. PSF, silk powder, Janson Beckett, Cellbone, NIA24 are staples. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:14 am |
| lbianca wrote: |
| andaman_gypsy wrote: |
How long do you think a bottle of Clarins oil last? It's next on my list of purchase. |
18 months to 2 yrs easy even with daily application. That is, if you only put it on your face and maybe even the neck. It's very concentrated. There's no use in using more than very sparingly. It really lasts forever. |
Thanks! It works out really cheap if it lasts that long! |
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26 with dehydrated combo skin, prone to blackheads and congestions, NC20-25 |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:18 am |
Love this and it is a big help.
I wasn't aware Trader Joe's has jojoba oil! AND they have good yogurt -- so BONUS! I feel a need to proceed ... to the nearest TJ's.
Used a combo of olive oil, castor oil and almond oil this AM and seemed very nice.
The camelia oil ...  m, might be easier to try to find it at a health food store? Seems expensive to ship just one product.
So far I'm loving the CP's and stuff from NCN, especially the microfiber cloth.
Thank you much!!! |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:25 am |
andaman_gypsy,
I actually think it might last even longer. You really use a lot less of it each application than you's use a moisturiser or even serum. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:33 am |
| kd wrote: |
Love this and it is a big help.
I wasn't aware Trader Joe's has jojoba oil! AND they have good yogurt -- so BONUS! I feel a need to proceed ... to the nearest TJ's.
Used a combo of olive oil, castor oil and almond oil this AM and seemed very nice.
The camelia oil ... m, might be easier to try to find it at a health food store? Seems expensive to ship just one product.
So far I'm loving the CP's and stuff from NCN, especially the microfiber cloth.
Thank you much!!! |
Yep, only $6.99 USD for 4 oz. of organic jojoba oil at TJ's - that's where I also pick up my plain organic yogurt as well. Be careful, health food and vitamin stores will charge you much more for jojoba oil.
I've only been able to obtain camellia oil online from goldportbeauty. Gold port Beauty ships very very fast and if you buy 3 bottles of camellia oil, they'll send you another for free. I tend to go through both jojoba and camellia oils quickly since I use 'em in my hair as well |
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44 – combo/oily skin with a tendency towards clogged pores. Thanks to EDS, tweaked my skincare routine and normalized skin… no more breakouts. PSF, silk powder, Janson Beckett, Cellbone, NIA24 are staples. |
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Thu Jun 07, 2007 11:05 am |
Perfect!!!!!
Thank you!
And how to you apply the camelia to both your face and to your hair and do you use it in your lotion for arms, legs, etc.? |
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