Post your beauty product recommendations

[velvett]

really noticably refines pores and reduces the effects of sun damage.

As in brown spot like freckles?

 

[RottenWillow]

As in brown spot like freckles?

Well the little beads in the lotion are aluminum silicate (sp?) which is the same stuff dermatologists use. It gradually over time actually removes the outermost epidermis, not just the dead layer though like loofah. So it should fade discolorations and freckes over time if you stay out of the sun during the treatments. Took me about a month to start seeing the difference.

 

[velvett]

Well the little beads in the lotion are aluminum silicate (sp?) which is the same stuff dermatologists use. It gradually over time actually removes the outermost epimeris, not just the dead layer though like loofah. So it should fade discolorations and freckes over time if you stay out of the sun during the treatments. Took me about a month to start seeing the difference.

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Sounds good.
Thanks.

 

[velvett]

Makeup (blush, powder, eye wear, etc)
http://www.bareminerals.com

Aveda - lip gloss
Wet & Wild - lip gloss

Ponds cold cream - to remove make up
Otherwise I just use water.

Face creme (eye and face) - La Prairie (pricy but worth it)

cellular eye contour cream

cellular time release moisturizer

Cetaphil - great product - I go through phases with it and any other body lotion that strikes me but I don't have a favorite at this time.

Dove sensitive body wash and pantene thick and full for hair (classic is good too for drier hair).

 

[nvrbuffenuff_girl]

My favorite hair products are:

Biolage by Matrix Ultra-Hydrating Shampoo
Biolage by Matrix Ultra-Hydrating Conditioning Balm

When I blowdry my hair straight I use Biolage Smoothing Shine Milk. When I feel like having a curly hair day I keep my curls bouncy using Biolage Curl Defining Creme.

Biolage products are very pricy but I've been able to find a hair salon that sells products on EBay at a much more reasonable price. I can buy 1 galloon bottles of shampoo and conditioner for $56.00/ea. including shipping. Regular price for 16.5oz. bottles at my local salon is over $25.00/ea.

I have curly hair that's dry and damaged. Or at least was. I've been using Biolage for almost a year now and my hair is much healthier and easier to tame.

I have overly sensitive skin and I'm allergic to almost everything. I've found one body wash that I am not allergic to and also smells wonderfully. In the past the ones I was able to use smelled horribly, almost institutional-like or just didn't smell at all. I use Vitabath shower gelle. Smells like jasmines.

Does anyone use a sugar scrub that they love? I found one by Vitabath but it smells disgusting. Any suggestions?

 

[lil'tangerine]

I've been using the same face wash for about 5 years and love it. It's Neostrata Foaming cleanser for combination skin. Doesn't dry out my skin and keeps it clear. Also I have been using the up-lifting firming anti-wrinkle cream by Neostrata since my 25th birthday!...guess I'll see if it works as I get older! It tingles a bit, but it isn't heavy or greasy on my skin.

 

[lucidblue]

Ponds cold cream - to remove make up
Otherwise I just use water.

Velvett, I'm convinced now. I keep hearing people swear by Pond's cold cream. I'm going to have to try it. I've been trying to save some money and it would be great if I could eliminate some of my Origins purchases.

Has anyone ever tried the Oil of Olay Regenerist line? I hear it's decent. This would help me cut costs.

I didn't include my hair products:
- Shampoo - Wella Color Preserve
- Conditioner - Pantene Moisture Renewal
- Hair Products if I do my hair curly - Catwalk Frisky Gel, Bed Head Rubber Rage, Bed Head After-Party
- Hair products if I do my hair straight - Catwalk Frisky Gel, Bed Head Girl Toys Shine Serum

Oh and I use Tone body wash... I love the smell and it leaves my skin feeling so soft.

 

[RottenWillow]

My favorite hair products are:

Biolage by Matrix Ultra-Hydrating Shampoo
Biolage by Matrix Ultra-Hydrating Conditioning Balm

When I blowdry my hair straight I use Biolage Smoothing Shine Milk. When I feel like having a curly hair day I keep my curls bouncy using Biolage Curl Defining Creme.

Biolage products are very pricy but I've been able to find a hair salon that sells products on EBay at a much more reasonable price. I can buy 1 galloon bottles of shampoo and conditioner for $56.00/ea. including shipping. Regular price for 16.5oz. bottles at my local salon is over $25.00/ea.

I have curly hair that's dry and damaged. Or at least was. I've been using Biolage for almost a year now and my hair is much healthier and easier to tame.

Buff I also have curly hair that used to be dry and damaged. Biolage is the bomb, but like you said very expensive. I found the Loreal shampoo for color treated hair and the Loreal deep conditioner (in the small tub) worked probably 90% as well for like 20% the price of Biolage. You might give that combo a try.

 

[NightNurse]

Ive used Johnsons Baby Lotion for years , for eyemake up remover. I have to wear waterproof makeup, and this does a great job at taking it off, i also use it on my face sometimes. Its very cheap too!

 

[RottenWillow]

for anyone who's interested, here is the URL to print a $3 off coupon for the Loreal microderm abrasion kit I mentioned.



http://www.lorealparisusa.com/skincare/products/refinish/refinish.asp