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Wed Apr 18, 2012 4:42 pm  |
I use both dpl and AALS with good results. I have used the serum sent with AALS and it seems fine. Steve from Lightstim includes it because he believes it will enhance the effects of his wonderful light. I have two AALS, a prolight red and a dpl and proud of it 
My favorite product for use with LED is Ageless secret Gold. Not for everyone but fabulous for me. All the best. |
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Fri Apr 20, 2012 11:22 am |
Yeah I started closing at least one eye and I'm used to it now; not as annoying as I thought. I use the timer on my iphone and just restart it after 3 minutes. The least annoying alarm was the Harp sound.  3 minutes just feels longer than I thought, haha.
I really like it so far. It feels nice. I think this will def work out better for me than the DPL for my face. With my ADD, it's hard to just sit with my eyes closed for 9-18 minutes. I like that while using the LS, I can watch TV or read online. And I like the closer contact with the skin. |
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Sat Apr 21, 2012 9:19 pm |
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| I just checked QVC's list of products being aired on the 24th. The Lightstim is not listed. Boohoo!!! |
Maybe it will be on the Tuesday Night Beauty show which is the 24th. |
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Wed Apr 25, 2012 2:01 am |
| damianne,that's awesome! I love my lightstim and would never be without it. |
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Wed Apr 25, 2012 5:33 am |
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well i started using lightstim march 14th..so its been about 6 weeks. i use it pretty faithfully every night, occasionally taking a night off. i use my own green tea/aloe vera juice concoction as a pre-treatment. let me just say that the results have been phenomenal.
my wrinkles are just slowling lifting off my face..skin tone is way more even..firmer, younger. funny, but since i started using this thing i have been carded like 10 times. at first i was flattered, now its just irritating. my boyfriend, who uses no product, and thought i was wasting my money, has totally complimented my skin several times and says i look 6 years younger.
this machine is one of the best investments i have ever made! i just wanted to update everyone and let them know...lightstim works for me! |
Great to hear. I think I am about two weeks in and I see a huge difference in my skintone. I am targeting forehead and a few lines on my neck.
I am doing about 5 minutes per area - expect around my eyes which I am doing 3.
I have been using on a bare face for the most part (sometimes I use 2nd gen CP serum). I am trying to use up the 2nd gen. CP serum and begin using NCN's new GHK serum which I think will be more effective and gentle. |
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Wed Apr 25, 2012 6:05 pm |
FWIW, "5" minute treatments are not better when it comes to the AALS. Studies proved it takes just 3 minutes for the cells to be targeted..
The ACNE LED on the other hand, requires 5 minutes per spot in order to kill the acne causing bacteria.
Do 3 minutes to every area you wish to treat and then let your targeted cells do what nature intends.. Collagen synthesis is a wondrous thing really. And the most fascinating thing about it, is what we can't see, that is happening at the cellular level...
My best advice;
- don't overdue (more isn't always better)
- nourish your skin with antioxidants, peptides and botanicals
- always be well hydrated (but especially before and after your LED treatments)
Anyhoo, that's my 2 cents worth...
ETA: Just wanted to add something I noticed lately (Blast that damn magnifying mirror.) I know the AALS is FDA approved for periorbital wrinkles, and some seem to be getting good results. Just wanted to say that although the crows feet at the side/corner of my eyes seems to be responding a *tiny* bit positively, I'm noticing a deepening of a line I have directly under both eyes.. Could just be the nature of the beast age wise, but thought it was worth sharing for other old geezers... Also, I am not noticing any improvement in the sag department.. What I can say on a positive note though, is I believe these treatments have WITHOUT A DOUBT slowed the aging process to a crawl.. (I keep hearing things like; "Jeez, don't you ever get older.) I'm good with that..LOL! |
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Sat May 05, 2012 3:08 am |
Studies in favor of the LED-LightStim:
References
The next article deals directly with the Anti-Aging benefits of LED Light Therapy or LED Light Therapy
http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/cgi-bin/abstract/109865135/ABSTRACT
Studies by NASA and the Navy Seals
http://www.totalbodysolutionsinc.com/articles/nasaarticle.pdf
The link below features Dr. Harry T. Whelan, who constantly comes up in medical studies. In addition to all the healing properties this article mentions another important issue. Once in a while, but not very often, we are asked if LED lights can be harmful to ones eye sight. We have not found any medical tests suggesting that or any spas, estheticians or Dermotologist (all of which use these lights everyday) having every experienced that. At the very end of this article it speaks of Dr. Whelan and some other doctors doing a trial using LED light to help with the current leading cause of blindness in the US!
http://www.mcw.edu/display/docid4148/CancerCenterNewsFeb252008/MedicalResearchersApplyNASASpaceTechnologytoCancer.htm
More on Dr. Whelan's work with LEDs
http://www.usaweekend.com/07_issues/070204/070204health.html
The links below have more information at the bottom of page one about Dr. Whelan study with blindness
http://www.wired.com/medtech/health/news/2003/10/60786
NASA 2000 Report, NASA Space Technology Shines Light on Healing
http://www.msfc.nasa.gov/news/news/releases/2000/00-336.html
WebMD, Doctors Unveil a Quick, Easy Solution to Aging Skin
http://www.webmd.com/news/20010305/doctors-unveil-quick-easy-solution-to-aging-skin
iEnhance.com, "Your Skin"
http://www.ienhance.com/article/Detail.asp?ArtID=125
Wired News, Light at the End of the Tunnel
http://www.wired.com/medtech/health/news/2003/10/60786
On blue and red LEDs for acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17111415
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16766484
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16249142
On blue LEDs for acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16581683
High intensity, narrow band, blue light for acneHigh intensity, narrow band, blue light for acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12850803
Blue and red light for acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10809858
Red light for acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17903156
LED for photo-aged skin
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16989189
LED for reversal of photo-aged skin
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15654716
LED for Photo-aged skin
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17760698
LED for facial skin rejuvenation
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16414908
LED for facial rejuvenation
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16176771
LED for reversal of photo-aged skin
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15624743
LED for non-melanoma skin cancers
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18353089
LED for protection from sun (like a sunscreen effect)
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18306161
LED for wound healing
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18199948
NASA LED for wound healing
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11776448
Another LED for wounds study
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17508845
Another wound study
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16503782
LED for diabetic burn healing
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14651792
LED for cellulite
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17558758
LED treatment for skin reactions from radiation treatment for breast cancer
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17311276
LED illumination for taking pictures to evaluate acne
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17026661
LED illumination for assistance in dermatology digital photography evaluation
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16420533
Red LED activates immune response
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16641531
Pain relief with LED
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15895289
Shows collagen being created by fibroblast cell
http://preview-publish.exigo.com:80/public/1428/websites/113/images/ahc06_news_articles_skincare_collagen.jpg
What the sections look like
http://www.talkacne.com/image_01/products/Skin_Structure1.jpg
Shows the large area that collagen and elastin actually make up
http://www.mydr.com.au/content/images/categories/skinhair/skinstructure.gif
This shows excellant drawings and description of how acne occurs and the bacteria that is killed by blue LEDs and it speaks ofinflamation which is reduced by the red LEDs
http://www.dermassists.com/acne/images/index.1.jpg
This is a good image of how to treat acne with blue leds and what occurs. it just needs a light and rays added
http://www.laser-derm.com/Pictures/scan0001bbbbb.jpg
http://www.lightstim.com/led-therapy-references.html |
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Sat May 05, 2012 9:32 am |
DarkMoon, do these studies apply to all LED (I have to go make pancakes for my little boy so I can't read them yet ).
I've been considering getting the DPL panel from NCN (there is a discount code that makes it a little more attractive). I love my Lightstim but would love a panel for when I just don't have the time at night.
However I don't know if it's as effective? Anyone have the DPL and can comment?
ETA: And THANK YOU for compiling such a fantastic list!! Wow!  |
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Sat May 05, 2012 1:21 pm |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| Luminosity wrote: |
DarkMoon, do these studies apply to all LED (I have to go make pancakes for my little boy so I can't read them yet ).
I've been considering getting the DPL panel from NCN (there is a discount code that makes it a little more attractive). I love my Lightstim but would love a panel for when I just don't have the time at night.
However I don't know if it's as effective? Anyone have the DPL and can comment?
ETA: And THANK YOU for compiling such a fantastic list!! Wow! |
Luminosity,
I won't take credit,
They are listed on the LightStim site as outside references which they are and yes they are applicable to all LED's for skin care.
Here is one of the studies/abstracts:
Abstract
Background and Objectives
Photomodulation has been described as a process which modifies cell activity using light sources without thermal effect. The objective of this study was to investigate the use of a non-thermal low dose light emitting diode (LED) array for improving the appearance of photoaged subjects.
Study Design/Materials and Methods
This prospective study investigated a random cohort of patients (N = 90) with a wide range of photoaged skin treated by LED photomodulation® using a full panel 590 nm non-thermal full face LED array delivering 0.1 J/cm2 with a specific sequence of pulsing. Subjects were evaluated at 4, 8, 12, 18 weeks and 6 and 12 months after a series of 8 treatments delivered over 4 weeks. Data collected included stereotactic digital imaging, computerized optical digital profilometry, and peri-ocular biopsy histologic evaluations for standard stains and well as collagen synthetic and degradative pathway immunofluorescent staining.
Results
Digital imaging data showed a reduction of signs of photoaging in 90% of subjects with smoother texture, reduction of peri-orbital rhytids, and reduction of erythema and pigmentation. Optical profilometry showed a 10% improvement by surface topographical measurements. Histologic data showed markedly increased collagen in the papillary dermis of 100% of post-treatment specimens (N = 10). Staining with anti-collagen I antibodies demonstrated a 28% (range: 10%–70%) average increase in density while staining with anti-matrixmetalloproteinase (MMP)-1 showed an average reduction of 4% (range: 2%–40%). No side effects or pain were noted.
Conclusions
Photomodulation to reverse photoaging is possible with a specific array of LEDs with a specific fluence using a precise pulsing or “code” sequence. Skin textural improvement by digital imaging and surface profilometry is accompanied by increased collagen I deposition with reduced MMP-1 (collagenase) activity in the papillary dermis. This technique is a safe and effective non-painful non-ablative modality for improvement of photoaging. © 2005 Wiley-Liss, Inc.
I know the specific range (wave length) is important regarding what is effective and what the use is intended for.
I recall Keliu and some others are using the DPL and happy with it due to it being a much shorter treatment time, Hopefully one of the owners of that will pop in and give you more information on them. |
Thank you! Great information to have on the process.  |
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Mon May 07, 2012 12:24 pm |
Hmm, don't want this to sound conceited, but my skin looks kind of amazing right now. LOL.
The only thing I've been doing is LS for a couple of weeks and I started Tanaka last week. I do have one pimple on my lip (those are the worst kind, ugh!!) and I think that's probably from still experimenting with what kind of cream to use with the massage. My skin just looks healthy and definitely seems to have a glow. I didn't really have wrinkles to get rid of, hopefully the LS and sunscreen will keep them at bay.
I have always looked younger than my age and I came here to look for preventative techniques and figured I better get a routine down while I'm still relatively young. So far, the LS and Tanaka "feel" right to me. I'm still not sure about facial exercises, so I've backed off of that for now. The next thing I want to get is the Yamuna set. That is something that really sounds like it would be beneficial to prevent sag if you start young. So hopefully, with these tools so far, I'm on my way to being "ageless"! (Haha, well not really, but as close as I can get.) |
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Mon May 07, 2012 12:36 pm |
| RyanA wrote: |
Hmm, don't want this to sound conceited, but my skin looks kind of amazing right now. LOL.
The only thing I've been doing is LS for a couple of weeks and I started Tanaka last week. I do have one pimple on my lip (those are the worst kind, ugh!!) and I think that's probably from still experimenting with what kind of cream to use with the massage. My skin just looks healthy and definitely seems to have a glow. I didn't really have wrinkles to get rid of, hopefully the LS and sunscreen will keep them at bay.
I have always looked younger than my age and I came here to look for preventative techniques and figured I better get a routine down while I'm still relatively young. So far, the LS and Tanaka "feel" right to me. I'm still not sure about facial exercises, so I've backed off of that for now. The next thing I want to get is the Yamuna set. That is something that really sounds like it would be beneficial to prevent sag if you start young. So hopefully, with these tools so far, I'm on my way to being "ageless"! (Haha, well not really, but as close as I can get.) |
It sounds as if you're on the right track!
Keep in mind I was still being carded up until my last birthday. In fact on my 42nd I was carded!! Happy birthday, me!
I've always looked young but now that I'm 43 heading to 44, I finally see the aging process in full swing. It's almost as if it crept up on me overnight. Not really, but within a year, I can see a difference and that's the funny lesson.
Nothing lasts... the LS will only help so much... much more important is self-acceptance, lots of love, and that special gadget or two (or three).  |
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Mon May 07, 2012 1:25 pm |
| Yes I get that if I am pressing a smidgeon too hard, Erg, IIRC you are supposed to barely be brushing the skin. |
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Mon May 07, 2012 2:00 pm |
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Nothing lasts... the LS will only help so much... much more important is self-acceptance, lots of love, and that special gadget or two (or three). |
Yep, the only problem is, with this addicting forum, I think I'm always going to want to try a new gadget or technique!
Oh well..I guess there are worse vices to have. I don't smoke, only drink occasionally, and don't care about clothes labels (I like the Goodwill store and TJMaxx). |
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Mon May 07, 2012 2:06 pm |
| erg wrote: |
question for AALS users:
I always have slight indents where the bulbs were. I am not sure if it is indents or just that the skin there is redder than surrounding. Anyone experienced this, I am not pressing that hard... |
I only managed that result once erg, then quickly learned to back off on the amount of pressure I use! |
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Mon May 07, 2012 2:17 pm |
Strange because I feel like I am barely pressing. I must be heavy handed too (which would come in handy I guess if dermarolling!)
thanks all! |
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Mon May 07, 2012 5:02 pm |
| Luminosity wrote: |
DarkMoon, do these studies apply to all LED (I have to go make pancakes for my little boy so I can't read them yet ).
I've been considering getting the DPL panel from NCN (there is a discount code that makes it a little more attractive). I love my Lightstim but would love a panel for when I just don't have the time at night.
However I don't know if it's as effective? Anyone have the DPL and can comment?
ETA: And THANK YOU for compiling such a fantastic list!! Wow! |
I'm a long time AALS user but purchased a DPL a few months ago. I really like it - the shorter, all-in-one treatment time suits me better - and it feels more like a "professional" treatment. As to one device being more effective than the other - I wouldn't want to comment. And unless a definitive long-term trial comparing both devices is carried out - opinions are just subjective. But I wouldn't hesitate in recommending the DPL to anyone. |
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Wed May 09, 2012 12:54 pm |
| erg wrote: |
question for AALS users:
I always have slight indents where the bulbs were. I am not sure if it is indents or just that the skin there is redder than surrounding. Anyone experienced this, I am not pressing that hard... |
I do too. Keep in mind that your treatment is encouraging increased lymphatic circulation. That's a very good thing!
It's the 'fluid' that is traveling through your lymphatic passage that is responsible for the temporary dents...
For those so inclined, I've found that the "Tanaka" massage following LED treatments, is very beneficial.
This lymphatic massage is also a very nice one that I love.. Very easy to do on yourself:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwM5v8PPjt0
Here's a chart showing the lymphatic system at a glimpse;
http://www.innerbody.com/image/lympov.html |
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Fri May 18, 2012 6:22 pm |
(copied from other thread to answer Swissmom)
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Hi Kassy! Would you please tell me your lightstim schedule? How often do you use it? Do you use it just around the eye area or all over? Neck? Hands? Thank you and I apologize in advance if you already posted this somewhere.  |
My goal is twice a week, but reality is more like 4 or 5 times per month.
I use it entire face (including over closed eyes), neck, decollete, and tops of hands and forearms.
I use my original LS (now called the "therapy" LED) on my bum knee and arthritic cervical spine.
No apologies necessary, I'm happy to help you. |
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Sat May 19, 2012 3:28 pm |
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Kassy_A, i was wondering if you also use Anti- Oxidant serums in combination with the LED?
Do you apply it before the treatment or after the treatment?
(btw, i've heard it's better to do after, but i'm not sure) |
I am copying Kassy's post from page 10 here, if she has any additional information I am sure she will chime in when possible.
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| Ok, I've decided to make the serum by myself according to Kassy_A's formula,hahaha Looking for the material now... |
I've had great feedback on this one, since posting it about half way into this thread, and I must say it's probably my favorite as well;
8oz PRE LED/POST SUN EXPOSURE GREEN/WHITE TEA SPRITZ
-7 1/2 oz distilled water
-2 MSM caplule contents (Opti-MSM recommended)
-2 ml/cc white tea extract ( http://www.vitacost.com/Twinlab-TeaZen-be-u-TEA-licious-organic-White-Tea-extract-Green-Coffee-Berry-Peach ) A full dropper is 1 ml/cc. See ingredients below
-3 ml/cc green tea extract
-2 ml/cc hydrolyzed wheat protein ( http://www.personalformulator.com/wvss/product_info.php?products_id=994 )This is not the same as wheat protein oil!
-2 ml/cc sodium PCA (great humectant!)
-2 ml/cc licorice root extract (nice for those with hyperpigmentation!)
-2 ml/cc algae extract (nice subtle skin tightener along with skin benefits!)
-1.7 ml/cc optiphen (preservative) This will assure potency and stability of actives for several weeks
-***optional***For those who use CP Serum, it's a wonderful addition to this especially if your using it pre LED treatment. Rather than incorporating it into the 8oz spritz, just put your few drops of CP's in the palm of your hand, and add a squirt or two of spritz to it, then apply. (Supposedly copper peptides increase collagen synthesis by 60%, and there is now a couple of studies that prove a synergy when used in conjunction with LED treatments.)
All ingredients are water soluble, so just add everything into an ounce or so of the distilled water, stir well, put in 8oz spritz bottle, and fill to the top with distilled water. I keep mine in fridge for added stability, and well, it just feels nice to have a cool spritz throughout the day.
I've read some info here and there that both white and green tea, when applied after sun exposure, can neutralize the free radicals generated by UV exposure... (Thus my decision to use this throughout the day, and leave my C serum regimes for nighty-night.)
For pre LED use, just spritz liberally on clean exfoliated skin, massage in, and do your treatment when your skin is dry to the touch.
The finished spritz looks much like tea, feels like water + absorbs quickly. Just don't use this at the same time as vitamin C serum.
White Tea Extract Ingredients;
(99% polyphenols, 60% EGCG), Vegetable glycerin, deionized water, honey, natural peach flavor, magnasweet (licorice root), citrus extract, luo han guo (glycoside/often used as sugar substitute, made from fruit). |
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Sun May 20, 2012 5:32 am |
| Fé wrote: |
Kassy_A, i was wondering if you also use Anti- Oxidant serums in combination with the LED?
Do you apply it before the treatment or after the treatment?
(btw, i've heard it's better to do after, but i'm not sure) |
Hey there. Not Kassy, but I use NCN GHK serum before LED with good results. Or sometimes I just use on bare, exfoliated skin. |
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Sun May 20, 2012 4:53 pm |
| Fé wrote: |
Kassy_A, i was wondering if you also use Anti- Oxidant serums in combination with the LED?
Do you apply it before the treatment or after the treatment?
(btw, i've heard it's better to do after, but i'm not sure) |
I use antioxidants on my skin all the time.. I'm anal about scavenging those free radicals that are part of life, especially in hot, sunny Florida.
I am still using the spritz DM shared above (thanks DM!), even after all these years since I posted it. I love it, and apparently it loves me, because other than a few faint lines around my eyes, this old hyde is still wrinkle free...(See below for more good stuff!) 
I mostly do my LED treatments on a bare, exfoliated face and apply a nice serum afterwards. Occasionally I apply a serum before, but not as a rule. I still love doing a quick steam on my clean, exfoliated face just before my treatment! Really love that. Then I do my treatment, and apply whatever serum du jour strikes my fancy.
Quite a few forum friends PM me for thoughts on the best/favorite actives I've used, so I'll put them here as well for anyone else who gives a rats arse
In no particular order, these are the actives I alternate with in my serums/lotions;
L-Ascorbic Acid
Niacinamide
Retin-A (occasionally)
Retinyl Palmitate
Matrixyl 3000 (might let this one drop, no diff when I don't use it)
CoQ10
Alpha Lipoic Acid
AHA's
BHA's (occasionally)
Caviar Extract (just began using recently, so no real thoughts yet..it's high in protein and amino acids.)
MSM
Algae Extract
Tea Extracts
Virgin Red Palm Oil (YES, in my world beta carotenes (A) and tocotrienols (E) actives)...
Licorice Root Extract (I'm stopping this for a while in my head to toe spritz because I'm way too pale these days and I'm starting to think it probably has cumulative effects...As in, people don't believe I live in Florida.. And nope, I still don't use sunscreen as a rule.) |
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Sun May 20, 2012 5:44 pm |
Time to get my photons on Don't forget your hands, they need anti-aging attention too!
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Sun May 20, 2012 5:46 pm |
I'm absorbing photons too as I type....
(kinda hard with one hand!)
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42! Currently using: NCN All-in-One, Mito-Q cream, Eviron AVST, Osea, Grateful Body. Wouldnt be without: Rhassoul clay, avocado oil, Glorybe Herbals hydrosols and perfume oils |
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Sun May 20, 2012 9:21 pm |
Kassy_A , Your hands look young! Did you notice a big difference in your hands when you first started using the lightstim?
its been over 8 weeks and my complexion is more pale and creamy(which I love) and also finally started to see a slight difference in lines around the eyes. I have to look really hard to see them ,except for when I smile...but even the they are not that noticable. Also ive had several compliments on my skin recently. I plan of keeping this up for a long time!
The only thing I haven't noticed, is a difference in my hands. Maybe it just takes longer. I always use drving gloves and they look pretty good, so maybe there are subtle positive changes that I just can't tell |
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42, starting facial exercise, vip total face machine, sue vit c , retina, had peels, botox, fat injection, very good skin texture but fine lines around eyes |
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Mon May 21, 2012 6:01 am |
Most of us have seen pictures of Kassy over the years... and I tell ya... I am gonna do what she does. She looks fantastic.
Thanks for sharing all of your tips Kassy! |
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42! Currently using: NCN All-in-One, Mito-Q cream, Eviron AVST, Osea, Grateful Body. Wouldnt be without: Rhassoul clay, avocado oil, Glorybe Herbals hydrosols and perfume oils |
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