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Thu Jan 04, 2007 10:56 am  |
But in a good way!
A little background: I had chemo, lost all hairs. My lashes that I had always been asked if they were real, came back average. My brows didn't come back, except for a few.
I've been using CK Lush Lash Growth serum on one eyes' lashes, and JM on the other. This post is not to review those products, which will be done appropriately, and when I'm ready. It's been 7 weeks. Maybe 2 weeks ago, I decided to start using CKLL on my brows. A few days ago, Carrie sent me info on dyeing my brows. I went to Sally's and purchased the Charms gel as she instructed, and the little mascara wands for applying it. Well, I have never dyed my brows or lashes. Never even thought of it, except my hairdresser does my brows when I have my hair colored. My hair is reddish brown, and I got Medium Brown color for my brows. I did it last night, and could NOT believe how many hairs I actually have!!! This is so promising, using CKLL on my brows, I am ecstatic. And it's only been a couple weeks! In the shower this morning, I could see my brows in the mirror across the room! I could just about scream, I am so thrilled.
I just want to tell people who might be shy about dyeing their brows, it was an absolute cinch. Why I waited so long is beyond me. To top things off, Carrie is going to send me a sample of 1000 hour lash tint, and I have a feeling I might just fall over when I see the results. Guess I'll be breaking out the Kleenex again, for the tears of joy.
Carrie has made such a lovely difference in how I see that area which frames my pretty eyes. I no longer think about how it "used to be" so great before chemo. What a relief to not see it that way anymore. Thanks a zillion, Carrie. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:05 am |
Sniffle, sniffle. So pleased for you.  Really puts things into perspective to read posts like yours.
I wish you a speedy recovery and more thickest bushyest eyebrows you could ever dream of!
Sarah (where's the smiley for a hug?) |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:13 am |
Cedar:
Hope your are feeling well and you are on the road to recovery! That is such a nice post you wrote about CareKate. I can't wait to try her Lush Lash! She has made many wonderful contributions to this forum and is such a wealth of information!
About the eyebrows, I have very blonde, if not white,eyebrows which cannot be seen. About 2 months ago, I finally decided to try "eyebrow tinting" at the salon that does my hair. Wow, is right! The difference having eyebrows makes and it really does make your eyes stand out. I believe they used a brownish color on me. So, now I will add the eyebrow tinting to my regular visit to the salon. I would like to do the "eyelash tinting" (my eyelashes are also blonde) but my eyelashes right now are very sparse and it would not be worth it. I am waiting for CareKate's Lush Lash to be available for purchase, then I will try the eyelash tinting too! |
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56, Very Fair Skin, Oily with Mild Breakouts, Blonde, Blue Eyes, Irish/German Descent |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:16 am |
Fanatastic, cedar! 
So pleased for you. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:16 am |
How long does the tint last?
I recently went brunette for the first time in 20 odd years (was blond before) and I feel my brows are too light now. I might give that a go. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:17 am |
Oh, Cedar! I'm so glad to hear Carekate's stuff has worked for you! Your story brought tears to my eyes...
I too am wishing you a very quick recovery & lots of clear tests for the coming years...
Next thing you know, you'll be fussing about having to pluck your brows all the time 
Cathy |
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50, oily & not a lot of wrinkles (yet), melasma and hormonal acne cysts & breakouts |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:17 am |
Gosh Cedar, your post made MY eyes tear...
It's so good to hear that you're happy with your appearance. The post chemo you IS better, and as time passes, will be better still. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:20 am |
Dear Cedar,
 more and more eyebrows! |
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Simple but No Simplier...Approaching late 20s, Normal/Combination Skin, Rarely Breakout now but have some old acne marks, sunspots, & broken caps |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:21 am |
| Cedar, I am so happy for you that carekate's products worked for you! I know chemo can take a toll on one's appearance and confidence, so I am glad that life is going well for you again. You take care and good luck with everything! |
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20's: rare pimples and oily T-zone..annoying little blackhead buggers on nose |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:25 am |
Dear Cedar,
I too want to wish you a speedy recovery and good health in the years to come!
Also, so happy that Carekate's stuff has worked for you.
Best of health and bushy brows!
Lucy. |
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Early 50s, Skin: combin.,semi-sensitive, fair with occasional breakouts, some old acne scars, freckles, under-eye wrinkles; Redhead with hazel eyes |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:32 am |
Cedar, thanks so much for sharing your story...it's awesome to hear that Carrie's product worked wonders, and that you are well on the road to recovery! Let me join in wishing you a healthy, happy and prosperous 2007...gorgeous, full brows included!
Hugs!
Mary  |
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43, Confirmed desert rat (Scottsdale, AZ), animal lover (3 kitties and a pup) and hopeless product junkie (I blame EDS...lol!) |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:32 am |
I want to thank everyone very much for the well wishes. I didn't want to make the chemo the point of my post, but I think I will add: I am 5 years out from 9 months of treatment and doing great. I had Xtreme chemo, lost all fingernails and some toenails. I live on a daily pill.
I did the only marathon of my life 2 years ago. I worked hard and trained for 10 months; it was a breeze.
I am 51 now. Here is a pic of me, with brows courtesy of Chanel makeup, and lashes courtesy of Lancome Faux Cils primer and Lancome Hypnose mascara. Hope the picture works, first time I've tried. Thanks everyone. I am very grateful for my life. Be sure to do self breast exam and never underestimate the power of your own human touch. The mammogram did not pick up my breast cancer.
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:41 am |
| Your a lovely lady cedar. So glad that things are going well for you. How nice of Carrie to help you with your brows. Carrie is one talented person. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:43 am |
| Thank you, Winnie. I read that CKLL helped fill in your brows, I think, and you inspired me to give it a try. Thanks so much! |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:43 am |
| I absolute LOVE your hair!!! And, I'm sure you've heard this a million times before, but you have the MOST beautiful eyes.... You really are lovely. Pfffft - who needs toenails anyway ! |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:46 am |
Oh! All the nails grew back just fine!
The body is amazing. It wants to heal itself if we will only allow it.
Thank you for your kind words. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:47 am |
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| I absolute LOVE your hair!!! And, I'm sure you've heard this a million times before, but you have the MOST beautiful eyes.... You really are lovely. Pfffft - who needs toenails anyway ! |
I'm with Katee...what gorgeous red hair you have, and such pretty eyes! Congrats on the marathon, too...I'd need to ride in a golf cart to complete one of those! 
Mary |
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43, Confirmed desert rat (Scottsdale, AZ), animal lover (3 kitties and a pup) and hopeless product junkie (I blame EDS...lol!) |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:59 am |
| I agree with Katee and Mary - you are a sweet and pretty lady, and courageous too! |
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Early 50s, Skin: combin.,semi-sensitive, fair with occasional breakouts, some old acne scars, freckles, under-eye wrinkles; Redhead with hazel eyes |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:03 pm |
Cedar your story is so touching. Hearing what you went thru helps me keep any small problems I have in perspective.
Best wishes for a long HEALTHY recovery |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:09 pm |
Cedar, you are very strong women, and you look amazing.
Hugs and best wishes. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:13 pm |
Wow, this is a tear-jerker, but in a very good way. I'm so glad you're getting better and better, Cedar. Your positive energy shines through.
I agree that Carekate is awesome. She's definitely helped me look more beautiful with her recommendations, instructions, and reviews. So, thanks from me, too, Carekate |
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Best, Jeannine (40s, fair skin, hazel eyes, sensitive skin). To fight the dread lemming sickness, I promise not to rave about a product until I have used it for a long while. |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:17 pm |
| Cedar, Thanks for the lovely story.God bless you! Coleen Forward |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:24 pm |
| *wiping tears*...what a heartfelt story you've lived thru. We forget all these products aren't just for vaniety, but for getting ourselves back. Most of us walk thru life never going thru (thank God) what you have! How wonderful that your lashes and brows are on the mend, you look absolutely beautiful and I agree, what fab hair and BLUE eyes you have!!!!! From your picture, what you've gone thru def does not show on ur face, brows, lashes or hair!!! |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:32 pm |
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Cedar your story is so touching. Hearing what you went thru helps me keep any small problems I have in perspective.
Best wishes for a long HEALTHY recovery |
I agree with tsjmom! Best wishes! |
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Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:55 pm |
I kept trying to decide last night if I should post this, and which forum to post on, cuz I didn't want the story to be about my battle, just about my hair issues. But I thought the background was relevent to the info I wanted to share. I'll add my CKLL review onto the thread in the Product review forum, in a month or so. I guess my point is that the dye helped pick up so many hairs that I didn't even know CKLL had encouraged to grow. It was such an easy thing to do, and I highly recommend it. Not sure how long the results last, but I'll bet I'd only need maybe one touchup between hair colorings, when I have them done anyway. The touchup will be to pick up new hairs, mostly, and to cover anticipated fading.
My battle was/is just my battle. We all have our battles, and we are all capable of great things. Never underestimate the power of the mind. When I was diagnosed, all I knew was: you die. Cuz my Mom died at 62 within 6 months of her diagnosis. There are so many advances so often now! I was part of a clinical trial and was able to help science learn more. As a plus, my group has had less recurrence. I could go on and on, but I want to apologize if I should not have posted this here. I don't like to post off topic.
Thank you, everyone. |
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