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Tue Feb 24, 2009 10:09 am  |
Hello lovelies!
As I like my cross referencing. I check out MUA's Top Picks when I'm looking to try a new product. Sometimes I'm happy (like with Merle Norman's Luxiva cleanser) and sometimes I'm quite unhappy (Nuxe creme nirvanesque light- broke me out like a mother!!), and sometimes I can't tell if it's doing a darn thing (Aubrey Organics Vegecol toner)
Lately my MUA inspired desired items are:
Pangaea mask
MD Forte glycolic cleanser
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What products have you found well rec'd on MUA that you love love love. And which do you meh or throw in the trash bucket??
I hope this is a good topic! C'est mon premier. |
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23, fair, EDS newbie, taking Diane 35. |
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Tue Feb 24, 2009 11:15 am |
Some of my tops picks that are also MUA faves:
Clarisonic brush (80% would buy again at MUA): possibly my best skincare purchase EVER
MD Skincare Alpha Beta skin peel (81% would buy again): expensive, but so worth it. I saw results (less acne, smoother, brighter skin) in just one application!
Dermadoctor Wrinkle Revenge Glycolic Cleanser (75% would buy again): smooths skin and fights acne without overdrying.
Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (81%): Surprisingly effective for how gentle it is. Great for adult acne.
Naturderm - EpidermxII (81%): Definitely my HG scrub. I've been using it for years and am still as happy as ever. |
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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 Feb 24, 2009 11:24 am |
| manslayerliz wrote: |
Some of my tops picks that are also MUA faves:
Clarisonic brush (80% would buy again at MUA): possibly my best skincare purchase EVER
MD Skincare Alpha Beta skin peel (81% would buy again): expensive, but so worth it. I saw results (less acne, smoother, brighter skin) in just one application!
Dermadoctor Wrinkle Revenge Glycolic Cleanser (75% would buy again): smooths skin and fights acne without overdrying.
Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (81%): Surprisingly effective for how gentle it is. Great for adult acne.
Naturderm - EpidermxII (81%): Definitely my HG scrub. I've been using it for years and am still as happy as ever. |
Great choices. Have you tried them all?
What exactly does the Clarisonic brush do for you? Does it mainly exfoliate? |
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Sat Feb 28, 2009 2:42 pm |
aha! Manslayerliz maybe you can answer my question. Do you use your glycolic cleanser with your clarisonic? I was asking around on the board earlier... And your choices sound great btw, I wouldn't be surpised if we had similar skin. I'll have to follow your recs more closely.  |
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23, fair, EDS newbie, taking Diane 35. |
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Sat Feb 28, 2009 8:03 pm |
Bira-- yup, I use em all and love em! The Clarisonic brush exfoliates, but it also does any incredible job of cleaning your pores out. It's really a fabulous invention!
Callalily-- Yes, I use the glycolic cleanser with the clarisonic. It's nice because the Clarisonic really gets that sweet glycolic acid into my pores, which means I'm really getting my money's worth out of my cleanser.^-^ |
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27, sensitive/reactive/acne prone skin, dark brown hair, blue eyes, possibly the palest woman alive... |
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Mon Mar 02, 2009 10:05 am |
I don't know how much money I wasted before finding MUA!!! The products I've recently bought because of raves on MUA include:
MD Forte Skin Rejuvenation Eye - it smooths the undereye area, including crow's feet. Very strong product, but it works so well I am now using it under my IS Clinical as a spot treatment for any wrinkle. Note: this is a treatment, not an everyday eye cream. Use sparingly.
Tarte Recreate Anti-Aging Foundation - wanted a change from MMU and my beloved Chanel VitaLumiere. This is a great alternative. Natural, buildable finish, as well as NO parabens.
Dr. Denese Neck Saver Serum and Triple Strength Neck Wrinkle Smoother. These are amazing! They work and make your neck smooth and line-free. |
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Mon Mar 02, 2009 3:54 pm |
| jjbeacham wrote: |
Dr. Denese Neck Saver Serum and Triple Strength Neck Wrinkle Smoother. These are amazing! They work and make your neck smooth and line-free. |
Do you have the ingredients for these items? thanks |
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Mon Mar 02, 2009 4:08 pm |
Products recommended on MUA which I love:
Finacea gel (for dealing with blackheads, pores, reduce oil production)
Avene emulsion SPF50 sunscreen
Ren glycolactic peel mask
On my list to try:
MD Forte products |
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Mon Mar 02, 2009 5:14 pm |
| Coconut wrote: |
| jjbeacham wrote: |
Dr. Denese Neck Saver Serum and Triple Strength Neck Wrinkle Smoother. These are amazing! They work and make your neck smooth and line-free. |
Do you have the ingredients for these items? thanks |
The Neck Saver Serum is: Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Grape Seed Extract, Retinol, Ceramides, Safflower Seed Oil, Wheat Protein Extract, Aloe Leaf Extract, Bee Pollen Extract, Lemon Peel Extract (lemon bioflavonoids), Soybean Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Linoleic Acid, Linolinic Acid, Lecithin, Glycolipids, Clover Flower Extract, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Buthylparaben, Propylparaben.
The Triple Strength Neck Wrinkle Smoother contains: Water, Trisodium EDTA, Glycerin, Sweet Almond Oil, Soy Bean Oil, Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Bees Wax, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycerin Polymethacrylate, Palmitoyl Ogliopeptide, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide -4, Retinol, Glucosamine HCL, Algae Extract, Yeast Extract, Urea, Marine Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Phytic Acid, Wheat Germ Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Sorbitol, Tocopherol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Nettle Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chorella Vulgaris Extract, Hydrolyzed Algae, Tocopheryl Acetate, Beta Sitosterol, Niacin, Vit B5, Vit B6, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vit C), Vit A, Vit D, Vit B1, Vit K1, Cyclomethicone, Dimethiconol, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Soy Bean Oil, Glycolipids, Fragrance (tea herb), Penoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Buthylparaben, Propylparaben.
I realize these products have "'cones" and parabens, which I do NOT use on my face. However, the cream in particular works wonders on the neck. Hope this helps. Judy |
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Tue Mar 03, 2009 7:47 am |
cool thread. mine:
jojoba oil
sofina sunscreen
md forte cleanser ii
cerave lotion |
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Sun Mar 15, 2009 7:43 pm |
| you like the md forte II huh. It sounds pretty great what changes have you seen since you started using it? |
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23, fair, EDS newbie, taking Diane 35. |
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Tue Mar 17, 2009 6:44 am |
The products I have discovered are:
Clarisonic - I love this and will never be without!
IS Clinical Active Serum - This is great for keep break outs at bay.
Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense Serum - I use this with the Active Serum and for some reason they work better together and actually help get rid of fine lines around the mouth. I don't have any other lines so I can't testify to other parts of the face, but I'd imagine it would do the same. |
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Tue Mar 17, 2009 9:26 am |
what i like on mua top:
Christian Dior Eye Shadow Quint Holiday
Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick
Ecotools Bamboo Brush
but there are some not so good.don't know how can be the mua top by less 15 reviews. |
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36,asian,freckles,dry to normal skin type |
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Tue Mar 17, 2009 12:59 pm |
Euggh I just bought Christian Dior Cleansing Gel (in the pink bottle) rated 4.9 out of 5 by 10 reviewers. So far I have these red bumps and my face looks worse than it has in a while. Boo hiss!
I paid $30 dollars for this nonsense. I think I might try to swap it but I feel disappointed. I think I have to put less trust in MUA and listen to EDS'ers instead. There is more of a checks and balances system on this site. Someone will say this is great and then someone else will pipe up and say nahh it didnt work for me.
Anyways, I'll probably go back to Merle Norman Luxiva (pink bottle) cleanser or try to locate some MD Forte.
Ohhh tribulations. |
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23, fair, EDS newbie, taking Diane 35. |
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Mon Apr 20, 2009 11:22 pm |
Ya i agree at times previously one MUA recommend Annasui Liquid Foundation will give a very good coverage..but when i bought it and try it became cakey and clogs up my pores...  |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 1:39 pm |
| kdd2411 wrote: |
| Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense Serum - I use this with the Active Serum and for some reason they work better together and actually help get rid of fine lines around the mouth. I don't have any other lines so I can't testify to other parts of the face, but I'd imagine it would do the same. |
kdd2411, do you mix them together and then apply them? How long did this combo take to get rid of your lines around the mouth? |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 1:45 pm |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| kdd2411, do you mix them together and then apply them? How long did this combo take to get rid of your lines around the mouth? |
Still at it I see!  |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 3:43 pm |
| TAMgirl99 wrote: |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| kdd2411, do you mix them together and then apply them? How long did this combo take to get rid of your lines around the mouth? |
Still at it I see! |
Don't you know it! And, you?  |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 4:25 pm |
| The best products I have tried due to MUA reviews are jojoba oil,Finacea, MAC Satin Taupe eyeshadow and Nuxe moisturizers. I love looking through that site and seeing what has the most reviews and the highest percentage of would purchase again. I don't find the Top Products area to be that helpful, because even though the product will have 100% repurchase rating there are only a handful of reviews. |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 5:46 pm |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| TAMgirl99 wrote: |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| kdd2411, do you mix them together and then apply them? How long did this combo take to get rid of your lines around the mouth? |
Still at it I see! |
Don't you know it! And, you? |
Sigh...I'm still there with ya! |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 6:03 pm |
| marnie wrote: |
| The best products I have tried due to MUA reviews are jojoba oil,Finacea, MAC Satin Taupe eyeshadow and Nuxe moisturizers. I love looking through that site and seeing what has the most reviews and the highest percentage of would purchase again. I don't find the Top Products area to be that helpful, because even though the product will have 100% repurchase rating there are only a handful of reviews. |
I love doing this too. I love sleuthing around and feeling prepared when I go into shops. How do you conduct your searches if you don't like the Top Picks? Do you just browse by brand?
Which Nuxe do you use? I bought Nirvanesque and I felt like it was breaking me out but the weather was so harsh then. I'll test it on my forehead where I hardly ever break out. |
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23, fair, EDS newbie, taking Diane 35. |
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Tue Apr 21, 2009 7:35 pm |
| You know what I don't get about MUA? It's selecting Top Picks for Face - Skin Care and it would list everything, including make-up. I don't get it. How do you specifically ask MUA to pull all Top Pick skin care? Or Body Care? |
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Wed Apr 22, 2009 5:17 am |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| kdd2411 wrote: |
| Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense Serum - I use this with the Active Serum and for some reason they work better together and actually help get rid of fine lines around the mouth. I don't have any other lines so I can't testify to other parts of the face, but I'd imagine it would do the same. |
kdd2411, do you mix them together and then apply them? How long did this combo take to get rid of your lines around the mouth? |
I put the active serum on first then apply the line defense. |
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Wed Apr 22, 2009 5:53 am |
| Thanks kd2411. |
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Wed Apr 22, 2009 6:05 am |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| Thanks kd2411. |
No problem, let me know how it works out for you. I notice a difference after doing this 2 or 3 days in a row. The problem is that when you stop, so do the results since these lines are hard to get rid of. |
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