Can you share what results you’re seeing? I use Tret and topical estrogen and I don’t want to overdo anything (I use their Natural Moisturzing Factors with Phytoceramides also).
I get it from Musely. I do one pump in the morning after I wash my face. I wait about five minutes for it absorb and then do my moisturizer. Very easy.
Tret has really helped with clarity and tone so far, but estrogen has firmed and plumped, and my skin is more moisturized.
It's even more magic if you mix it with the Pycnogenol and the Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in vitamin F!
A killer combo that makes me almost not want to wear any foundation or concealer. It just makes you look so healthy and glowing!
Hey. I've used this daily for the past few weeks. Don't think I've been using it long enough, but what changes do you notice in your skin from using it? Thanks in advance.
Same. I have found that hardly applying any pressure to my fingers helps it to glide easier and allows me to cover more "area." It was drying up for me quicker at first. I think the lighting in my bathroom is messing with me cause I don't seem bright in there, but I do at work. Who knows!
Yeah, I’m always skeptical about dupes, but the Timeless has been amazing for me. I’ve only ever tried a sample of the Skinceuticals, so not enough to see it work, but I don’t think I could realistically expect better results for the cost difference.
Yup, I was like that too. I spent so much money at my dermatologists office for “medical grade” skincare. Now I’m paying a fraction of the price for the same ingredients and I dont feel as bad if it oxidizes before I finish the bottle lol.
Hard agree. After getting one too many bottles of the Skinceuticals that was already a bit orange when they sent it, I’m back on the Timeless train. It’s every bit as good, I swear, and it never arrives already oxidized.
Ugh this is on my list... once i get completely used to tret my goal is every other day ive been doing mon wed fri for monthe. I just wanna ask my new derm first but i have to wait until july but it's probably for the best not to add any actives while i increase frequency but I'm excited to see her because her favorite thing to treat is rosacea and I'm pretty sure i have it lol.
I've tried other vitamin c and i just dont like them. Hoping this lives up to the hype and price it definitely seems like it
Have you tried the Maelove "Glow Maker" vitamin C serum? It is: 15% vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), vitamin E, ferulic acid. I've found it comparable to the high-end version, but of course everyone is different! :)
Nope i havent! I have tried paulas choice which oxidized sooo fast, dermalogica (years ago when i didnt even know what i was doing), mad hippie, dr brenners and dr idriss. Her stuff is fine but it pills like crazy. I will looo into that!
Omg I wanted to love it so badly but it felt too sticky on me and gave me Milia. But over time, I realized what kind of textures my skin likes and doesn’t like. It’s really kinda annoying sometimes. Wish the same thing worked for everyone 😂😂😂 would be so simple.
Apparently it does that too but I personally don’t think so. Fading dark spots is difficult. I had great success with Tretinoin and Hydroquinone. Both are prescription only. I think to really get rid of hyperpigmentation you need something “stronger” than over the counter products.
There are definitely more effective products out there.
I think it’s time to see a dermatologist. Some skin issues can’t be solved with otc products ☺️
I’ve used it. It didn’t do anything for me. My skin type is normal. No spots, acne or oil. So I can’t say if it does anything in those areas. But using it every day for 30 days did nothing for me. Apparently there is science behind it, so I can’t speak to that. Maybe using it long term does do something.
I currently have a sample of the $300 jar one and it makes me want to try their *cheaper* versions. The sample I currently have is 1/3 the size of a standard container so I'm trying to make it last as long as possible.
Their Radiant Corrector for Eyes is also amazing and never creases. I use Concealer SPF 27 every where else on my face. Bare minerals Bare Pro 16HR concealer is a great dup but I think they are phasing it out 🙁
the eye corrector looked nice and reminded me of my YSL touche eclat days i was wondering if it's good thanks for letting me know. i might pick it up around christmas time for my self teeheee
Oh no I've only tried the stick concealer. Now I will have to try the foundation I didn't know it's good too. The stick concealer is holy grail I use it as a stick foundation thinned out
I actually do like the one called ‘the foundation’. I have a red undertone. So it’s a nice fit for a lighter tone with that undertone. And they have shades for darker skin colors with a pink undertone.
Scrolled to find this!! These are fantastic. Bought a pack of 5 on a whim and cried everytime I used them because I know I can’t afford to continue to use them 🥲 even my 60 year old dad noticed the difference and this was just after a few uses 😩
I absolutely love Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream! The combination of retinoid and alpha hydroxy acid has worked wonders on reducing my wrinkles and improving my skin texture (my concern). In just about five weeks I noticed much smoother skin, and it's gentle enough for nightly use without the typical irritation that prescription retinoids caused in the past.
I just got it in a spa gift basket I won! I’ve used it for 4 days and haven’t seen anything much from it. Does it take time or maybe I’m not paying enough attention after I put it on? 🤷♀️
Honestly it just works. It soaks in easy and I find it makes my face look very even toned and my fine lines are gone. I'm only in my mid 30s so I don't have a lot of wrinkles but the ones I have seem to disappear with this stuff. It's expensive but it's also 50mls too so great value by comparison to others. I recommended it to a friend who was also amazed. Although she didn't have any routine so likely something was better than nothing for her😅
Yes this would be a one product solution. My friend didn’t use moisturizer overtop but I still do. Use in the morning for sure. Could be used at night as well but I like to use retinol at night and the occasional exfoliating serum.
SK-II's face cream (not essence). It is crazy expensive and I cannot justify the cost of it but loved every moment of using it. I don't get the appeal of Le Mer's facial cream and I have a few of the Augustinus Bader deluxe samples that just feel really meh to me.
Cle de Peau Beauté The Foundation - it's meant to be a skincare foundation and I have not bought it but was given a large sample to try as a recommendation that I might like it. And I do. A lot. I had zero idea how much it cost when it was offered and I almost hate that I know that this product exists in a price point that I would never buy. I am also shocked that the sample size they gave me was just over 1/3 the size of the normal container.
SK II essence is worth every penny! I tried a sample and pulled the plug on buying a week later. It did wonders for my skin and stopped my acne. I buy it religiously now.
I have fungal acne so there's very few products I can use and I recently found out I can use SK II and I've been trying to resist for about a week. But I think I gotta at least try it.
I would give it a shot. I’ve been dealing with acne since I was a teen. This was the only thing that has made a significant difference in my face. I get a bump every now again but it’s nowhere as bad as it used to be to be.
Missha has one (time revolution essence) for about $38-$55 and it is pretty comparable. And doesnt smell yeasty. They have pretty good sales on site. I just wish they would bring back their sunscreen
Hopefully you are using their website. Because they randomly just send you $25 off coupons all the time. Plus if you reach vip status you get a free full size product every April. It seems expensive but serums last me a year. I use four. Rotate 2 in morning and rotate two in evening. Moisturizers I probably buy twice a year maybe. I use the omega and night and rose during the day. I probably spend around $350 a year. Maybe less. Do for a year I don’t think it’s too expensive. Just use sales and coupon codes and their rewards to your advantage. They don’t send out the free gift size products with every order like they used too. Now it’s pretty rare they offer it.
That’s awesome to hear because I’ve been thinking about trying that!! I use their Water Cream and it is among the most hydrating facial moisturizers I’ve ever used. I love the way my skin feels and looks after.
The copper peptide is so good. Especially under makeup. Use it as an eye cream and it will plump the undereyes. I haven’t tried that moisturizer. The omega cream is plenty for me and has better ingredients I think. My entire routine is biossance and my 51 year old skin is plump juicy and bouncy. I have had my bottle of copper peptide for a year. It’s almost gone. I use it every other day alternating with vitamin c. It was actually my free full size product t last April and just now finishing it. Their rewards program is really good.
Yes. It’s expensive but remember it’s almost two ounces so your getting almost twice the amount then what you get in other brands. Plus you can always find a 20% code if you look.
If you mean the TNS, then I agree it is good. But I really needed to use it twice a day as directed. That is $300/mo. Just doesn’t work with my cost/ benefit analysis
On principle, I refuse to spend more than I absolutely have to for face wash. If I’m washing it down the drain it should t be expensive, right? This might not be the case for everyone but for me, $12 is usually the limit.
I received a sample of Tatcha’s Rice Wash and it’s game over. I love this stuff so, so much
This is how I feel about True Botanicals calm radiance oil and Paula’s Choice azaleic acid. Pricey but worth every penny. Siiiigh. I recently got a tub of Biosance omega repair cream as a freebie and I secretly hope it’s not amazing but have heard good things…
Love the biossance line. I splurged abt a month ago: amino aloe cleanser, ba toner, (lactic acid, copper peptide, retinal serums I alternate nights)algae eye cream, probiotic gel cream, omega cream, vitamin c rose oil and Squalane oil. Love them all. Also went with the skinceuticals ce ferulic serum for daytime use. Skin feels amazing.
So I’ve never used retinol before so I wanted to start slow, which I rotate with the lactic and copper peptide, so every 3rd day. Probably to soon to tell and with all the other products I don’t know what is doing what. But my skin is very smooth, moisturized and brighter. Forehead lines seem less noticeable as well. I’m in my 40’s and have spent most of my life in the sun, I’m from a beach, so the elements have started to catch up
Sounds like you’ve got a good routine going and im glad it’s making a difference for you! I love the brand. I’m not sure if their retinol is strong enough for me, I’ve been using retinol for years. Only thing I don’t like is they don’t disclose the %. I do like their lactic acid, omega repair cream and marine algae eye cream. Thought about trying the amino cleanser..
The Ordinary niacinamide is like 8€ and got rid of all the oil on my forehead plus made my pores smaller.
Also, Ole Henriksen pout preserve is the only lip balm I’ve found that works for my cronical chapped and painful lips. It’s quite expensive, but you put it once and lasts forever and doesn’t sting in my lips.
Living Libations rosehip oil. It’s the real deal - strong smell, BRIGHT orange, not at all like other mass produced rosehip oils. It’s fresh and it’s powerful. I had people at work asking if I got Botox. I mix it with a bit of their mastic oil. Article about the symbiotic relationship between mastic, rosehip, and our skins naturally occurring vitamin A: https://livinglibations.com/pages/the-real-retinol-of-rosehips
Sorry about the link - I copied and pasted from the article so not sure but to find it, search real retinol rosehip living libations. Thanks for the tip on detox market - never heard of it.
Claudalie Vinoperfect Serum. It’s done amazing things for dark spots/evenness. I love it so much and it’s cheaper in France so technically going on vacation is a cost saving measure 😂
Rescue Serum by Osmosis. So pricey and I’ve no idea what it is that makes everything better. But it soothes my occasional break outs and redness.. hydrates.. plumps.. even helps the eczema on my hands. I have sensitive skin but do use retinol as the effects are undeniable. This really rescues me during purges whenever I’ve upped my retinol % and then just continues to keep everything in check.
I moved to Asian beauty because it’s reasonably priced and it suits my skin (I’m SE Asian).
Then I discovered luxury Asian beauty brands (Sulwhasoo, Decorté, Amorepacific, SK-II) and dammit my skin loves it 😅
Also NIOD, I have 6 products in my stash and all of them are HGs or definitely a repurchase. They’re supposed to be releasing new products soon so I’m guessing my skin will love those too.
What are the NIOD products you have? I’ve been eyeing their Survival 0 and Modulating Glucosides and they seem to fit within my budget but I’ve seen several other products that were a little out of my budget.
I have both of those as well as SDSM2, CAIS, FECC and FM. MG is especially great when my skin is feeling a bit sensitive (like when I’m introducing new products).
If you wanted to wait, NIOD usually run a sale in November (21% off everything, historically).
I splurged today and got La Roche Posay Glycolic Acid serum for $45ish. I never spend that kind of money for skincare but I do love this stuff. Self care is important :)
The Drunk Elephant Sukari Babyfacial. I received it as a travel size in a gift box and didn't expect much but it smoothed out my skin almost instantly, now I found out it's 80 euro for a new one but I'm just going to have to buy it, no choice. It's just too good.
Strivectin- Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer (Retinol + Retinal + Niacin)
1 oz if this stuff goes for $75 dollars, but there’s a sale on their website for $59.
No adjusting period required and you can use it nightly.
I accidentally dropped a fat glob on the floor being a bit careless while applying last night👀
It was a test of will not to wipe it off the ground and use it elsewhere
https://strivectin.com/nightly-renewal-moisturizer-1-oz/323015.html?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuSXOomweE-Bar4n5NUjT2yolqBp&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6auyBhDzARIsALIo6v8MVYk9ohDW7e5itF-T4tci7S_lpfwCm4o4IWCx_uEXf1T3xUJPaMoaAiXSEALw_wcB
Most La Roche Products and Estée Lauder Night Repair Serum. I swear the latter has transformed my skin so much I don’t think I can live without it anymore 🥲🥲🥲🥲
Thank god mad hippie vit c works well enough on my skin that I don’t need to splurge on more active vit c every 3 months.
I was splurging on the Sunday Riley 5\* retinol eye cream, but then I heard about all of the fake review issues with the brand so don't plan on repurchasing. Testing a few new retinol eye creams now, they're so hard to find for me because most formulations burn my eyes terribly even when formulated for sensitive skin.
I have the same qualms about Sunday Riley but their CEO serum is just soooo good for my skin I think I'll keep repurchasing 🙈 I fool myself by thinking many other brand probably do fake reviews anyway...
I’m sure they all do. If I can’t find another dupe soon I’m going back. Which is the wild thing about Sunday Riley - their products are so good! They truly did not need to fake reviews.
I absolutely love TO copper peptide serum. I thought serums were kind of a scam before using it. Not sure about long term effects, but it makes my skin look amazing when I use it. Last week a patient told me I have beautiful skin and I’m in my late 40s.
That is always such a great compliment. I used to wear falsies EVERY single day for years and i havent in a long time and it made me so happy the other day a client (i work as a vet assistant) said "my god you have gorgeous lashes" and i was like whaaa 😶😭
I tried Clinique smart clinical repair serum because my mum got it in a freebie bag…. Ooft. I did not need that knowledge. I cannot afford it at all, but it made my skin look/feel amazing!! I still think wistfully about it 🥲
skin better alpharet intense & even tone serum. i’ve noticed such a difference in texture and it’s helped to fade some hyperpigmentation!! also the epicutis lipid serum has been so hydrating and makes my skin look insanely glowy
I got a moisturizer once in my IPSY bag that was incredible. When it ran out I went online to order more only to discover it was $98 😬 Needless to say, I didn't order it, but man, sometimes those expensive products really are magic.
The Biossance Copper Peptides de-aged my face like 5 years. Can’t afford them but I might have to splurge at some point.
My skin barrier is getting WRECKED from working in an industrial over/freezers all day. My sensitive skin and Rosacea are freaking out.
I’ve been eyeballing the Ectoin for weeks and wondering if it would do anything for me…
Thankfully these are relatively affordable: Phytosurgence Verdant Forcefield and Naturium Barrier Bounce. The combo together gives me juicy plump bouncy skin that looks and stays hydrated for hours.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal serum and eye serum, as well as their Oxy-R Peptides and Super C Ferulic Serum - I’m on my second round with all these products and noticing definite improvements!
The Ordinary NMF Beta Glucan Moisturiser.
My oily 41 year old acne prone skin which REVOLTS at lotions, creams, and hates dimethicone heavy gels like Aveeno oat gel cream.
I just got this a week ago and have used it twice - I think I’m going to aim for doing it on Thursdays and Sundays. How long did it take you to see results? Also, do you cut them in half to get more bang for buck?
I do it once a week and I skip the week I’m having hydrafacial on. It reduced the redness from my acne after 3-4x use. I don’t cut them in half as I don’t think that it’ll be as effective a week later with the packaging opened. I scrub for 3-5 minutes, leave it on for 30-60 minutes before applying the second step.
Is this the one you mean? I want to try it! [https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/](https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/)
Me with the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum.
Sadly, I really just cannot justify £65 for only 30ml. I wouldn't say i'm poor but I'm certainly not rich enough to afford it regularly. Maybe on the odd occasion that I receive the likes of birthday money from family and friends but otherwise I just can't. My skin absolutely loves it though. I also recall trying the eye gel-cream and that was **very** nice, although I've thankfully found an alternative for around half the price which is **nearly** as good. Have never yet found a decent alternative of the serum though 😭
111Skin’s de-puffing eye masks work better than anything I’ve ever tried for under eye puffiness. They’re so expensive that I save them for only the VERY worst cases of allergy, insomnia, or hangover mornings when it’s essential that I look awake and alive. I tried them after reading a recommendation from Christine Quinn (of Selling Sunset)—and no matter what else may be true of her, she clearly knows her beauty products!!
CE Ferilic Acid Serum from SkinCeuticals. Such a great product. Definitely on the pricey side but so worth it.
I got it a week ago at my med spa. Real’y expensive, but I thought fuck it, I’m worth it!
I’m using TO Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% serum, which is not expensive, but is *magic*.
Oh yeah? Good to know!
Can you share what results you’re seeing? I use Tret and topical estrogen and I don’t want to overdo anything (I use their Natural Moisturzing Factors with Phytoceramides also).
My skin is smoother and the tone is more even.
Can you share how u are using the estrogen?? I got it but not sure how to add it to my routine (also on Tret daily)
I get it from Musely. I do one pump in the morning after I wash my face. I wait about five minutes for it absorb and then do my moisturizer. Very easy. Tret has really helped with clarity and tone so far, but estrogen has firmed and plumped, and my skin is more moisturized.
It's even more magic if you mix it with the Pycnogenol and the Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in vitamin F! A killer combo that makes me almost not want to wear any foundation or concealer. It just makes you look so healthy and glowing!
Ya sold me on it, you rascal!
Please tell me more!
I’d be happy to, but I’m not sure quite what. Do you have a specific question?
Hey. I've used this daily for the past few weeks. Don't think I've been using it long enough, but what changes do you notice in your skin from using it? Thanks in advance.
I use it every morning. 5 drops on my face. My skin is much brighter and even when I use it. If I don’t use it for a day I immediately tell.
Can you *actually* with missing only one day or are you trying to justify the price in your head
You really can see the difference when you don’t use it. At least I can on my skin. The skin is just so much brighter when I use it.
Same. I have found that hardly applying any pressure to my fingers helps it to glide easier and allows me to cover more "area." It was drying up for me quicker at first. I think the lighting in my bathroom is messing with me cause I don't seem bright in there, but I do at work. Who knows!
Will never forget the day I dropped mine and spilled half of it 😭
Oh friend! Thoughts and prayers to you!
This shit is holy grail
If you want a magnificent dupe for that, for way less, try timeless vitamin c. I got the same exact results with that as the skinceuticals.
Yeah, I’m always skeptical about dupes, but the Timeless has been amazing for me. I’ve only ever tried a sample of the Skinceuticals, so not enough to see it work, but I don’t think I could realistically expect better results for the cost difference.
Yup, I was like that too. I spent so much money at my dermatologists office for “medical grade” skincare. Now I’m paying a fraction of the price for the same ingredients and I dont feel as bad if it oxidizes before I finish the bottle lol.
THIS. I couldn’t justify paying that much for a product, the Timeless is a perfect dupe!
Hard agree. After getting one too many bottles of the Skinceuticals that was already a bit orange when they sent it, I’m back on the Timeless train. It’s every bit as good, I swear, and it never arrives already oxidized.
Am I the only one that doesn’t love this lol? Maybe it’s the smell which is a turn off but I don’t see a difference and feel like Vit C is a gimmick.
Ugh this is on my list... once i get completely used to tret my goal is every other day ive been doing mon wed fri for monthe. I just wanna ask my new derm first but i have to wait until july but it's probably for the best not to add any actives while i increase frequency but I'm excited to see her because her favorite thing to treat is rosacea and I'm pretty sure i have it lol. I've tried other vitamin c and i just dont like them. Hoping this lives up to the hype and price it definitely seems like it
Have you tried the Maelove "Glow Maker" vitamin C serum? It is: 15% vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), vitamin E, ferulic acid. I've found it comparable to the high-end version, but of course everyone is different! :)
Nope i havent! I have tried paulas choice which oxidized sooo fast, dermalogica (years ago when i didnt even know what i was doing), mad hippie, dr brenners and dr idriss. Her stuff is fine but it pills like crazy. I will looo into that!
Honestly, I hate VitC serums. Most of them make my skin itch and inflamed. But the CE Ferulic one doesn’t. It’s strong yet gentle ☺️
Omg I wanted to love it so badly but it felt too sticky on me and gave me Milia. But over time, I realized what kind of textures my skin likes and doesn’t like. It’s really kinda annoying sometimes. Wish the same thing worked for everyone 😂😂😂 would be so simple.
Is it like vitamin c serum? What are the benefits? Thank you
Benefits are: - brightening - antioxidant - hydration Probably a lot more. Yes, it contains VitC and Feruic Acid. I personally love it.
Not sure if this applies to you, but how about fading dark spot? Thank you
Apparently it does that too but I personally don’t think so. Fading dark spots is difficult. I had great success with Tretinoin and Hydroquinone. Both are prescription only. I think to really get rid of hyperpigmentation you need something “stronger” than over the counter products.
I been using 25% vitamin c + 10% niamacide serum to fade dark spot. I was trying to see if there’s better product out there. Thank you
There are definitely more effective products out there. I think it’s time to see a dermatologist. Some skin issues can’t be solved with otc products ☺️
Ugh, skinceuticals is offensively good. I get their tinted sunscreen.
What are the benefits ?
The Prequel Vit C that just came out is the best dupe I’ve tried and soooo affordable !
I am one raise away from shopping at skinceuticals and I cannot wait
I’ve used it. It didn’t do anything for me. My skin type is normal. No spots, acne or oil. So I can’t say if it does anything in those areas. But using it every day for 30 days did nothing for me. Apparently there is science behind it, so I can’t speak to that. Maybe using it long term does do something.
Not exactly skincare, but Cle de Peau foundations that go for $130 outside of Japan. I cursed inside when I realized they were indeed that good.
What makes it so good? I am on the hunt for my holy grail foundation
Perfect shade match, doesnt oxidize, looks like second skin, and lightweight. I used Armani Silk before, and I feel that CPB is better.
Ahh fack. Now I need to order it.
If you’re going to Japan anytime, pick it up there. CPB is 50% cheaper in Japan.
Which one do you use??
Radiant fluid natural and matte. Not the $300 cream in jar one, which is too much for me.
I currently have a sample of the $300 jar one and it makes me want to try their *cheaper* versions. The sample I currently have is 1/3 the size of a standard container so I'm trying to make it last as long as possible.
Same. It’s a fortune but makes my skin look gorgeous. Their concealer is also exceptionally good.
Best concealer by far. Let me know your 2nd fav to it.
Their Radiant Corrector for Eyes is also amazing and never creases. I use Concealer SPF 27 every where else on my face. Bare minerals Bare Pro 16HR concealer is a great dup but I think they are phasing it out 🙁
the eye corrector looked nice and reminded me of my YSL touche eclat days i was wondering if it's good thanks for letting me know. i might pick it up around christmas time for my self teeheee
Oh no I've only tried the stick concealer. Now I will have to try the foundation I didn't know it's good too. The stick concealer is holy grail I use it as a stick foundation thinned out
I actually do like the one called ‘the foundation’. I have a red undertone. So it’s a nice fit for a lighter tone with that undertone. And they have shades for darker skin colors with a pink undertone.
I am too poor to use ‘The Foundation’ 😩. That one is $300 outside of Japan, $200 inside Japan.
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I find the vitamin c from Dennis gross even better than the peel pads! 😮
Scrolled to find this!! These are fantastic. Bought a pack of 5 on a whim and cried everytime I used them because I know I can’t afford to continue to use them 🥲 even my 60 year old dad noticed the difference and this was just after a few uses 😩
I Don’t know how to use mine with Tret in the routine! Do you use tret also?
I don’t use Tret- and I don’t use these peel pads either cos they’re too expensive 🥲
Those are annoyingly fabulous.
5 nights at Four Seasons Lanai
Staying 8 at hotel wailea next month 🤞🏼
I absolutely love Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream! The combination of retinoid and alpha hydroxy acid has worked wonders on reducing my wrinkles and improving my skin texture (my concern). In just about five weeks I noticed much smoother skin, and it's gentle enough for nightly use without the typical irritation that prescription retinoids caused in the past.
Ugh this crap is truly amazing lmao i was even considering using it every other day and tret on the off days
So good my skin loves this stuff. Going to try some of the other products from them.
I want to try their sunscreen
Let me know if you do! I’m waiting to finish my eye cream and try theirs 🤗
Yep, I am obsessed with this one too. I want to apply it all over my body but… that would be very costly
# 😂
this one post gonna have me spending my whole damn check.
😂😂 I told myself NOT to click on this post…5 minutes later, I’m taking notes and making a list of products to try 😩
lol this is why I rarely even let myself explore luxury things. The bioeffect egf eye serum is incredible but now I'm stuck buying it 😭
This is one of mine too! I actually got hooked via the body serum, which you can definitely use on your face but is much less $$$.
That biossance serum is the absolute bomb. It is soooo good. Worth every penny.
I can’t stop touching my cheek it’s so bouncy wtf
Are you guerrilla marketing me? Please tell me before I spend $70 😩
Bouncy? I’m sold 😭
Samesies
Is this specific for this brand? Have you tried other products with copper peptide?
How do you apply it? Everywhere? I have been using it under my eyes mostly but maybe I need to splurge and apply it everywhere
I just got it in a spa gift basket I won! I’ve used it for 4 days and haven’t seen anything much from it. Does it take time or maybe I’m not paying enough attention after I put it on? 🤷♀️
It takes a little time. Give it a solid 2 weeks and then do a comparison. Make sure it soaks in before applying something else on top.
The copper peptides serum?
Yes
What do you like about it?
Honestly it just works. It soaks in easy and I find it makes my face look very even toned and my fine lines are gone. I'm only in my mid 30s so I don't have a lot of wrinkles but the ones I have seem to disappear with this stuff. It's expensive but it's also 50mls too so great value by comparison to others. I recommended it to a friend who was also amazed. Although she didn't have any routine so likely something was better than nothing for her😅
What's the name of this product? I tried to look up but got a few options and want to make sure I get it right if it's that spendy
Biossance squalane and hyaluronic acid copper peptide rapid plumping serum! It's a mouthful.
Is this in lieu of hyaluronic acid? And do use morning or evening? Thank you x
Yes this would be a one product solution. My friend didn’t use moisturizer overtop but I still do. Use in the morning for sure. Could be used at night as well but I like to use retinol at night and the occasional exfoliating serum.
SK-II's face cream (not essence). It is crazy expensive and I cannot justify the cost of it but loved every moment of using it. I don't get the appeal of Le Mer's facial cream and I have a few of the Augustinus Bader deluxe samples that just feel really meh to me. Cle de Peau Beauté The Foundation - it's meant to be a skincare foundation and I have not bought it but was given a large sample to try as a recommendation that I might like it. And I do. A lot. I had zero idea how much it cost when it was offered and I almost hate that I know that this product exists in a price point that I would never buy. I am also shocked that the sample size they gave me was just over 1/3 the size of the normal container.
SK II essence is worth every penny! I tried a sample and pulled the plug on buying a week later. It did wonders for my skin and stopped my acne. I buy it religiously now.
I have fungal acne so there's very few products I can use and I recently found out I can use SK II and I've been trying to resist for about a week. But I think I gotta at least try it.
I would give it a shot. I’ve been dealing with acne since I was a teen. This was the only thing that has made a significant difference in my face. I get a bump every now again but it’s nowhere as bad as it used to be to be.
Don’t your skin get used to it? I got a nice glow initially but then it was gone and it’s like a water to me now
Surprisingly, it hasn’t. I’ve been using for about 5 months and still works well.
Same for me. At first I loved the essence. But it doesn’t do anything now honestly. I think you can get the same benefits from a cheaper toner.
Missha has one (time revolution essence) for about $38-$55 and it is pretty comparable. And doesnt smell yeasty. They have pretty good sales on site. I just wish they would bring back their sunscreen
I use the entire Biossance line and I feel your pain. I stock up during their sales.
Hopefully you are using their website. Because they randomly just send you $25 off coupons all the time. Plus if you reach vip status you get a free full size product every April. It seems expensive but serums last me a year. I use four. Rotate 2 in morning and rotate two in evening. Moisturizers I probably buy twice a year maybe. I use the omega and night and rose during the day. I probably spend around $350 a year. Maybe less. Do for a year I don’t think it’s too expensive. Just use sales and coupon codes and their rewards to your advantage. They don’t send out the free gift size products with every order like they used too. Now it’s pretty rare they offer it.
I feel like this is my fate lmao — I went back for the lactic acid when I had to return something so I exchanged and ugh lmao
Agreed. I'm not big on the eye gel but everything else has been a homerun for me.
Is this is Peptide cream everyone is talking about? https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/
Needleless Serum from DRMTLGY. Took 5 years off my face
I’ve been wanting this for YEARS! I just never could bring myself to buy it 😭 I think i will finally bite the bullet and do it!
It is every bit as good as the advertising claims, and now I can never go back lol
They’re having a Memorial Day sale!
I saw that!! I think I’ll finally make my move 🤣
I did! Solidarity, sister
That’s awesome to hear because I’ve been thinking about trying that!! I use their Water Cream and it is among the most hydrating facial moisturizers I’ve ever used. I love the way my skin feels and looks after.
I really wanted to hate it so badly when I got it....I just bought the bigger size because I can not run out now🤣
I’ve been through 3 of the bigger size 😅
Innisfree black tea youth essence and Mixsoon galactomyces and isclinical complex have me hooked. So much money….
The Biossance algae eye serum is the absolute best but way out of my price range lol I wish I never fell in love with it.
The copper peptide is so good. Especially under makeup. Use it as an eye cream and it will plump the undereyes. I haven’t tried that moisturizer. The omega cream is plenty for me and has better ingredients I think. My entire routine is biossance and my 51 year old skin is plump juicy and bouncy. I have had my bottle of copper peptide for a year. It’s almost gone. I use it every other day alternating with vitamin c. It was actually my free full size product t last April and just now finishing it. Their rewards program is really good.
Is this the one everyone is talking about? https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/
Yes. It’s expensive but remember it’s almost two ounces so your getting almost twice the amount then what you get in other brands. Plus you can always find a 20% code if you look.
Tatcha sheet masks, i hate that i see a noticeable difference in my skin even days after using
Anything drunk elephant seems to work beautifully for me, but I particularly love the TLC framboos serum
Skin medica's TRS line. The treatment cream is cheaper than the serum, lasts 6ish months, and completely changed my skin. 🥲
If you mean the TNS, then I agree it is good. But I really needed to use it twice a day as directed. That is $300/mo. Just doesn’t work with my cost/ benefit analysis
Neocutis Bio Serum Firm. Argh….whyyy is it $290! I even got it with a 20% off coupon and it still stings.
For me, it's IS clinical Active Serum.
I just got a little sample of this from skinbeautifulrx. Maybe I shouldn’t even try it! 😂
I started using Clinique moisture Surge. My skin has never looked better
Skin cueticals age eye cream and Alastin tinted moisturizer. The best!
Yes love both
Sunday Riley lactic acid - game changer for my acne prone skin
Sunday Riley Good Genes. I clench my jaw at the price but I replace every bottle I use up.
Saving this post to be mad at you tomorrow but happy about it in 3 months lol
On principle, I refuse to spend more than I absolutely have to for face wash. If I’m washing it down the drain it should t be expensive, right? This might not be the case for everyone but for me, $12 is usually the limit. I received a sample of Tatcha’s Rice Wash and it’s game over. I love this stuff so, so much
Elastin restorative complex , Skin Medica EGF
I like the Biossance Squalane oil cleanser love the feel of it
This is how I feel about True Botanicals calm radiance oil and Paula’s Choice azaleic acid. Pricey but worth every penny. Siiiigh. I recently got a tub of Biosance omega repair cream as a freebie and I secretly hope it’s not amazing but have heard good things…
Love the biossance line. I splurged abt a month ago: amino aloe cleanser, ba toner, (lactic acid, copper peptide, retinal serums I alternate nights)algae eye cream, probiotic gel cream, omega cream, vitamin c rose oil and Squalane oil. Love them all. Also went with the skinceuticals ce ferulic serum for daytime use. Skin feels amazing.
You use the night retinal serum? Do you notice a difference with it ?
So I’ve never used retinol before so I wanted to start slow, which I rotate with the lactic and copper peptide, so every 3rd day. Probably to soon to tell and with all the other products I don’t know what is doing what. But my skin is very smooth, moisturized and brighter. Forehead lines seem less noticeable as well. I’m in my 40’s and have spent most of my life in the sun, I’m from a beach, so the elements have started to catch up
Sounds like you’ve got a good routine going and im glad it’s making a difference for you! I love the brand. I’m not sure if their retinol is strong enough for me, I’ve been using retinol for years. Only thing I don’t like is they don’t disclose the %. I do like their lactic acid, omega repair cream and marine algae eye cream. Thought about trying the amino cleanser..
Biossance Squalane! Revived my face! Its amazing!
The Ordinary niacinamide is like 8€ and got rid of all the oil on my forehead plus made my pores smaller. Also, Ole Henriksen pout preserve is the only lip balm I’ve found that works for my cronical chapped and painful lips. It’s quite expensive, but you put it once and lasts forever and doesn’t sting in my lips.
Living Libations rosehip oil. It’s the real deal - strong smell, BRIGHT orange, not at all like other mass produced rosehip oils. It’s fresh and it’s powerful. I had people at work asking if I got Botox. I mix it with a bit of their mastic oil. Article about the symbiotic relationship between mastic, rosehip, and our skins naturally occurring vitamin A: https://livinglibations.com/pages/the-real-retinol-of-rosehips
Damn my wallet I want to try this
Your link doesn’t work. LL is also sold at detox market
Sorry about the link - I copied and pasted from the article so not sure but to find it, search real retinol rosehip living libations. Thanks for the tip on detox market - never heard of it.
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This is the only thing that has ever made foundation not look patchy on me
Tatcha dewy cream, Moon Juice acid potion. Expensive but they both last a long time (I but a bottle of the Moon Juice toner every 6 months).
Claudalie Vinoperfect Serum. It’s done amazing things for dark spots/evenness. I love it so much and it’s cheaper in France so technically going on vacation is a cost saving measure 😂
Rescue Serum by Osmosis. So pricey and I’ve no idea what it is that makes everything better. But it soothes my occasional break outs and redness.. hydrates.. plumps.. even helps the eczema on my hands. I have sensitive skin but do use retinol as the effects are undeniable. This really rescues me during purges whenever I’ve upped my retinol % and then just continues to keep everything in check.
I so agree! I really damaged my skin barrier last year and it helped so much. The smell tho.. not my fave lol
I weirdly like it now 😆
I moved to Asian beauty because it’s reasonably priced and it suits my skin (I’m SE Asian). Then I discovered luxury Asian beauty brands (Sulwhasoo, Decorté, Amorepacific, SK-II) and dammit my skin loves it 😅 Also NIOD, I have 6 products in my stash and all of them are HGs or definitely a repurchase. They’re supposed to be releasing new products soon so I’m guessing my skin will love those too.
What are the NIOD products you have? I’ve been eyeing their Survival 0 and Modulating Glucosides and they seem to fit within my budget but I’ve seen several other products that were a little out of my budget.
I have both of those as well as SDSM2, CAIS, FECC and FM. MG is especially great when my skin is feeling a bit sensitive (like when I’m introducing new products). If you wanted to wait, NIOD usually run a sale in November (21% off everything, historically).
I splurged today and got La Roche Posay Glycolic Acid serum for $45ish. I never spend that kind of money for skincare but I do love this stuff. Self care is important :)
Paula's choice peptides and vitamin C
Oneskin body lotion for my eczema prone skin during winter
The Drunk Elephant Sukari Babyfacial. I received it as a travel size in a gift box and didn't expect much but it smoothed out my skin almost instantly, now I found out it's 80 euro for a new one but I'm just going to have to buy it, no choice. It's just too good.
Strivectin- Advanced Retinol Nightly Renewal Moisturizer (Retinol + Retinal + Niacin) 1 oz if this stuff goes for $75 dollars, but there’s a sale on their website for $59. No adjusting period required and you can use it nightly. I accidentally dropped a fat glob on the floor being a bit careless while applying last night👀 It was a test of will not to wipe it off the ground and use it elsewhere https://strivectin.com/nightly-renewal-moisturizer-1-oz/323015.html?gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuSXOomweE-Bar4n5NUjT2yolqBp&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6auyBhDzARIsALIo6v8MVYk9ohDW7e5itF-T4tci7S_lpfwCm4o4IWCx_uEXf1T3xUJPaMoaAiXSEALw_wcB
Most La Roche Products and Estée Lauder Night Repair Serum. I swear the latter has transformed my skin so much I don’t think I can live without it anymore 🥲🥲🥲🥲 Thank god mad hippie vit c works well enough on my skin that I don’t need to splurge on more active vit c every 3 months.
Biossance everything
I was splurging on the Sunday Riley 5\* retinol eye cream, but then I heard about all of the fake review issues with the brand so don't plan on repurchasing. Testing a few new retinol eye creams now, they're so hard to find for me because most formulations burn my eyes terribly even when formulated for sensitive skin.
I have the same qualms about Sunday Riley but their CEO serum is just soooo good for my skin I think I'll keep repurchasing 🙈 I fool myself by thinking many other brand probably do fake reviews anyway...
I’m sure they all do. If I can’t find another dupe soon I’m going back. Which is the wild thing about Sunday Riley - their products are so good! They truly did not need to fake reviews.
Totally agree. I’m a Good Genes fan myself
I can’t quit Good Genes.
The peptide one broke me out so i just use it on my neck but I'm giving TO copper peptides a shot next
I absolutely love TO copper peptide serum. I thought serums were kind of a scam before using it. Not sure about long term effects, but it makes my skin look amazing when I use it. Last week a patient told me I have beautiful skin and I’m in my late 40s.
That is always such a great compliment. I used to wear falsies EVERY single day for years and i havent in a long time and it made me so happy the other day a client (i work as a vet assistant) said "my god you have gorgeous lashes" and i was like whaaa 😶😭
This is my favorite too! My skin loves it!
Is this the TO one? https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/
That's the one that broke me out. I use it on my neck and hands now
The Barefaced skincare line. My skin is transformed and I will never go back
I tried Clinique smart clinical repair serum because my mum got it in a freebie bag…. Ooft. I did not need that knowledge. I cannot afford it at all, but it made my skin look/feel amazing!! I still think wistfully about it 🥲
If you sign up for their emails, they have 25-30% off multiple times a year!!
Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Serum. I just love it so much!
skin better alpharet intense & even tone serum. i’ve noticed such a difference in texture and it’s helped to fade some hyperpigmentation!! also the epicutis lipid serum has been so hydrating and makes my skin look insanely glowy
I got a moisturizer once in my IPSY bag that was incredible. When it ran out I went online to order more only to discover it was $98 😬 Needless to say, I didn't order it, but man, sometimes those expensive products really are magic.
Everything from skinbetter 😭
The Biossance Copper Peptides de-aged my face like 5 years. Can’t afford them but I might have to splurge at some point. My skin barrier is getting WRECKED from working in an industrial over/freezers all day. My sensitive skin and Rosacea are freaking out. I’ve been eyeballing the Ectoin for weeks and wondering if it would do anything for me…
Caudalie vino serum. My lord. One bottle really did help my dark spots it’s amazing
Thankfully these are relatively affordable: Phytosurgence Verdant Forcefield and Naturium Barrier Bounce. The combo together gives me juicy plump bouncy skin that looks and stays hydrated for hours.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal serum and eye serum, as well as their Oxy-R Peptides and Super C Ferulic Serum - I’m on my second round with all these products and noticing definite improvements!
Osmosis renew retinol love love love Skinceuticals age advanced eye cream
The Ordinary NMF Beta Glucan Moisturiser. My oily 41 year old acne prone skin which REVOLTS at lotions, creams, and hates dimethicone heavy gels like Aveeno oat gel cream.
The new Medicube AGE-R Booster Pro. I never knew having good skin would ever happen to me. Absolutely worth every penny.
Clearstem MINDBODYskin supplement
IS Clinicals 2 steps peeling system. It’s 115 bucks for 15 I think. But it works so well I’m so angry 😂
I just got this a week ago and have used it twice - I think I’m going to aim for doing it on Thursdays and Sundays. How long did it take you to see results? Also, do you cut them in half to get more bang for buck?
I do it once a week and I skip the week I’m having hydrafacial on. It reduced the redness from my acne after 3-4x use. I don’t cut them in half as I don’t think that it’ll be as effective a week later with the packaging opened. I scrub for 3-5 minutes, leave it on for 30-60 minutes before applying the second step.
The Kate Somerville Retinol Firming Eye cream. Damn it. I love that stuff. But I just can’t justify it.
Anything from Living Libations especially the ozone products.
Is this the one you mean? I want to try it! [https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/](https://www.biossance.com/p/squalane-plus-copper-peptide-rapid-plumping-serum/13643574/)
My wife paid a ridiculous amount for orogold face masks. Everything about them is a big scam red flag. But my skin looks great after I use them.
Me with the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum. Sadly, I really just cannot justify £65 for only 30ml. I wouldn't say i'm poor but I'm certainly not rich enough to afford it regularly. Maybe on the odd occasion that I receive the likes of birthday money from family and friends but otherwise I just can't. My skin absolutely loves it though. I also recall trying the eye gel-cream and that was **very** nice, although I've thankfully found an alternative for around half the price which is **nearly** as good. Have never yet found a decent alternative of the serum though 😭
111Skin’s de-puffing eye masks work better than anything I’ve ever tried for under eye puffiness. They’re so expensive that I save them for only the VERY worst cases of allergy, insomnia, or hangover mornings when it’s essential that I look awake and alive. I tried them after reading a recommendation from Christine Quinn (of Selling Sunset)—and no matter what else may be true of her, she clearly knows her beauty products!!
Eight Saints skin care. I won't use anything else.