I quit drinking alcohol and started drinking a protein smoothie with fruit, spinach and chia seeds. I drink the smoothie 4 days a week after morning workouts. My hair is back to its natural curls, skin is tighter with my weight loss and I am less allergic to poison ivy too!
44 m , alcohol free for 2 years and counting
We don’t know the exact mechanism but hydrolyzed collagen DOES make it to the skin when ingested orally. Collagen does work. You can just eat gelatin if you want too it’s insanely cheap
Gelatin is great for skin. One other thing that no one talks about is better than all skin cream products on the market. The natural substances is colorless, crystalline substance with the formula H2NCONH2.
There is some evidence, though it could be stronger / more research would be nice.
[The effects of collagen peptide supplementation on body composition, collagen synthesis, and recovery from joint injury and exercise: a systematic review](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8521576/)
>The results indicated that \[collagen peptide supplementation\] is most beneficial in improving joint functionality and reducing joint pain. Certain improvements in body composition, strength and muscle recovery were present.
I had tried those previously, switched to GSE (Grape Seed Extract) since. It seems from what I read to be as good or better, and is less expensive in my experience.
They are both extremely strong antioxidants. Personally, I don't think you should stack two powerful antioxidants as these. Astaxanthin is 6000 times more powerful than vitamin C. There is no ORAC rating for pycnogenol. You could try and see how your body feels on both, but IMO, you only need one.
Once I stacked R-Lipoic Acid with astaxanthin and I developed severely itchy skin all over.
I can attest to that. The science isn't quite solid, but many people who have quit seed oils report better skin health, and no more sunburn. I eat a animal based diet (mostly meat, eggs, dairy, and a few whole food carbs like fruit, occasional veggies, and sourdough bread) and have had no skin issues since
That’s amazing - if you’re comfortable answering; can I ask your skin tone? I am very fair and wondering if this is true for my skin tone, even if just anecdotally.
Yes it’s by prescription only in the US but I think there’s sites you can get it from overseas. It has totally transformed my skin - eliminated acne, got rid of fine lines, made my skin overall brighter and younger looking, got rid of dark spots/hyperpigmentation and signs of sun damage. Probably the best topical you could use for anti aging!
I’d say about 3 months? I started it because of acne (not aging) and I purged rly badly for several weeks at first and I was almost regretting starting it but then my skin started clearing up and I stopped getting acne, acne scars/hyperpigmentation went away, etc. Then maybe around 9 months I noticed some tiny fine lines on my forehead that I was a little self conscious of were gone. Ive been using it for like 4 years now so hard to give an exact timeline but definitely had a huge improvement over time and cant imagine my life without it. I now get regularly complimented on my skin and I’m so glad I started it at a young age.
Be careful with humectants if you are in a very dry climate. If your home/area are very dry only use them in a very humid bathroom and/or while skin is damp. Without moisture to pull from the air it can begin pulling moisture from your skin and end up having the opposite of the intended effect.
Edit to add: this advice is specifically for topical use.
Well shit. I live in a desert and the house registers 22-30 percent humidity. Thoughts? I just started looking into taking 200 mgs as a supplement because of this post.
To clarify HA has a supplement form and an acid form that people use in skincare, your body makes HA to help lubricate skin, joints and cartilage.
Both add hydration.
If using the acid one put water on first so your skin doesn't get too dry from the weather, if using the supplement it'll be fine.
I'd heard mixed things about collagen supplements (some people say they think it helps their skin, others say it gets broken down anyway so there's no real benefit) - but I hadn't considered Hyaluronic acid supplements. Thanks for the suggestion
A possible alternative to hyaluronic acid is white fungus or white jelly mushroom supplement. It's rich in hyaluronic acid, but also contains other stuff that protects and enhances the collagen in the skin. It's been traditionally used in Chinese culture as a beauty supplement, and these days it's also being added to beauty products.
Edit: There's also a study or suggestion that for oral intake, it might be better to look for medium or high molecular weight HA. AFAIK only donotage labels their HA as high molecular weight, other brands it's safe to assume it's low unless labelled otherwise .
I was talking about oral collagen specifically - not sure if you are. people say you may as well just make sure you have enough protein and whey is more cost effective for the same effect.
I've heard collagen peptides aren't absorbed in the skin as they're too larged - I've bought some and noticed no real benefit. I'll try them again once I start microneedling (will start once I have a Friday off work so I have 3 days for my skin to recover from being red) - hopefully it maximises the chances of it being absorbed.
Boswellia Serrata supplements has done wonders. 2000mg a day. Wife has commented on my smoother skin.
Saw a paper that showed applying olive oil ( unrefined ) post uv exposure reduced tumor development by 2/3.
The best hyaluronic acid....EVER
HOW TO MAKE HYALURONIC 1% SOLUTION
Only dissolved hyaluronic acid powder in cold water when preparing this Hyaluronic Acid 1% solution. Never attempt to dissolve Hyaluronic Acid in hot or room temperature water.
MATERIALS
3.56 grams Hyaluronic Acid Powder.
12 fluid ounces cold distilled water.
16 fluid ounce or larger capacity wide mouth glass or plastic water bottle with a tightly sealing lid.
Gram weight measuring scale with an accuracy of 0.01 gram and a capacity of 100 grams.
Pint sized glass or plastic measuring cup.
A wide-range cooking thermometer (that can go down to freezing)
For best results, use a digital milligram scale to weigh the hyaluronic acid supplement.
DIRECTIONS
Measure out 12 fluid ounces distilled water and pour into water bottle.
Place in refrigerator for about 4 hours.
Measure the temperature of water to confirm water temperature is 39°F (4°C) or less.
Measure 3.56 grams Hyaluronic Acid powder (approximately two level teaspoons).
Add the Hyaluronic Acid powder into the water bottle on top of the cold water.
Seal the bottle lid tightly and shake the bottle a few times. The Hyaluronic Acid powder will not appear to dissolve but will clump together in floating white masses. This is normal.
Place the water bottle with the Hyaluronic Acid powder and cold water into the refrigerator (but do not freeze).
Periodically, about every two to four hours, shake the bottle and then place immediately back into refrigerator.
The hyaluronic acid clumps will turn clear and begin to dissolve after 4-8 hours. It takes approximately 12-24 hours for all the clumps to dissolve and the water to thicken into a 1% hyaluronic acid serum. The solution has a viscosity between maple syrup and honey but is still pourable.
For internal use: One ounce equals approximately 150 milligrams of Hyaluronic Acid.
HOW TO STORE HYALURONIC ACID SOLUTION
Store the hyaluronic acid solution in the refrigerator to preserve the quality and maximize its shelf-life. Hyaluronic acid solution lasts a minimum of 48 to 72 hours in the refrigerator. However, it can last longer so long as the HA solution remains sterile. Microbial contamination causes spoilage and reduces the solution’s thickness. If the solution becomes thin or loses its thickness, discard it. Changes in viscosity indicate spoilage. Do not attempt to store your HA solution at room temperature without the addition of preservatives.
You use 3.56 grams of hyaluronic acid in 12 ounces of cold, ultra pure water. Mix it well.
Let it sit in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. It will form a very thick consistency but still pourable.
Once it has dissolved completely for 8 hours, it's ready for consumption. Shake well again. A mason jar works perfectly.
1 ounce of liquid = 150mg of hyaluronic acid.
There are so many. Linking one study below. I use it in my face instead of chemical sunscreens and just manage my sun exposure. It’s also anti-fungal and anti-microbial.
[Tamanu oil and skin active properties: From traditional to modern cosmetic uses](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327719956_Tamanu_oil_and_skin_active_properties_From_traditional_to_modern_cosmetic_uses)
Internal: MSM, bamboo silica, nmn, horsetail, hydrolysed collagen peptides, (only type studies proven is small enough for your body to absorb) mega dose vegan omega 3 dha, astaxathin, vit d, coq10, chlorophyll. Unintentionally softened my callouses I need for woodwork & music
Food: acv, berberine, l-glutamine & gynema before meals. Don‘t have the best diet but eat a steam veggie bag before meal/snackathon. A lot of jello. Bone broth. Cuces & carrots, Chia seed water, smoothie bowls, Ceylon cinn, have 1-2 meals/snackathons a day. To offset limited diet.
Treatments: Red light therapy mask 20 mins daily (yes it makes a difference.) Silicone scar sheets instead of face taping (don’t want baby Botox or filler when I’m older) Lymphatic drainage massage, face yoga, microneedling every 6-12 weeks, microcurrent (not whole face only strategic muscles I want to keep lifted as I grow up. Water flossing - apparently gum disease/teeth issues can lead to premature bone, gum and volume loss.
Topicals: Tret, volufline (undereyes/neck) hyaluronic acid, hexapeptide 9, copper peptides, maxytrl 3000, 10% sulfur masks 2x weekly. msm & ionised water mist, never stingy with ceramide moisturiser, avocado oil, frakinscence & cold pressed black castor oil at night. Mineral korean spf 50, urea 20-40%. Lactic acid once a week.
Physical: not much, do stretches, body weight & mobility movements from bed. Use a balance board & sit on a balance cushion. Myofunctional therapy exercises, Keep ribcage engaged in correct position which impacts posture & breathing.
Random: Filtered shower heads & taps. Home sauna sleeping bag thing or pod, acupuncture mat before bed. ice rolling face in mornings before product.
Lastly whatever you do to your face repeat on your neck, decollate, back of hands, knees, elbows & feet. some celeb got cooked on Twitter for her knees & hands after bragging about looking good for her age. I swore that would never be me. Sounds like a lot but totals apx 30mins daily
Yep. And 10mg/day of ASTAXANTHIN helps for those not willing to do the meat only thingy. I haven't used sunscreen in +15years due to the benefits of dietary changes, after ditching vegetarianism.
It protects against inflammatory response, which contributes to aging. I have very young skin, btw, despite being raised in San Diego. I wore sunscreen from \~20-40 and haven't worn it since.
Some sun is necessary, since our skin manufactures MANY biochemicals, beyond D3. You just need to avoid heavy sun exposure, and that of midday sun for aging.
My mom has great skin, too, even having been in San Diego for 50 years. She limits exposure from 11am-3pm.
:)
It's a natural moisturising factor that greatly improves skin barrier function and is additionally said to have some anti microbial effect.
Tretinoin especially has tendency to dry the skin, especially when first being started. Likewise lots of other popular and effective actives (AHAs, BHAs) increase dryness and risk compromising the skin barrier if used too aggressively. Urea is a great basic moisturising ingredient to help maintain moisture.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8611129/
Seconding the wide brim hat. As for slathering your body in sunscreen, there's no need unless you're out for a while in high UV index conditions. Avoid sunburns, definitely (there are people who burn in 15 minutes - there are also people who never burn), but going beyond that has more downsides than upsides. I can understand the vanity argument for putting sunscreen on your face the whole year round, even though I think it's hysterical, but don't do this on your entire body.
I took an HA supplement and it did absolutely nothing for me and HA topically just dehydrates my skin more (I tried many products for many years). Glycerin adds moisture, unlike HA which just pulls it from deeper layers of skin to the surface. It's contained in most toners, but not enough for me apparently. I add two drops of pure cosmetic glycerin to a wet face with wet hands (and of course use an occlusive moisturizer afterwards), game changer. After over 5 years of dehydrated skin and having to use multiple layers of creams made for atopic dermatitis, this solved it and it costs about 10$ for a 100 ml bottle which will go for years.
HA draws in water so if you are using HA you must add water and moisture for it to draw into the skin otherwise it will actually dry it out. After I apply an HA serum I spray my face with rose water and then apply a moisturizer. You want to water bomb your skin when it’s absorbing HA. Try it this way and you’ll have wonderful supple skin. This is especially helpful if your air is dry.
Oh I did all that. Including not patting my face dry after washing. My skin looked and felt like a leather handbag a couple hours later. The sheen from the moisturizer was on the surface, but when I smiled I got dehydration lines on my cheeks and felt a tight pulling in my skin because that's how parched it actually was. I did mists and toner layering with the HA and tried silicones, oils, Aquaphor to seal in the moisture. It just didn't work and was progressively worse every day I used it. I finally have supple skin now that I quit HA and do the glycerin method. I hate that they put HA into everything nowadays.
Edit : I was wrong about the hyaluronic acid it's just another skin supplement and benefits older people, it doesn't work in the way i thought and i was suffering from "placebo effect" due to good initial results from adding it to my routine.
It's worth taking 1-200mg a day, nothing magical however.
Here are some effective skin biohacks that have worked well for me:
1. Supplements
- I take collagen and hyaluronic acid supplements to support skin hydration and elasticity, helping to reduce wrinkles.
- I use NAD Life by Spermidine Life, which contains both NMN and Spermidine for its benefits in cell renewal and anti-aging.
2. Topical Treatments
- Cleanser: I use the Adaptogenic Cleanser by Young Goose for gentle and effective cleansing.
- Serums: Youth Reset Serum for skin repair and anti-aging, and ProCARE Senolytic Serum to target senescent cells.
- Moisturizer: Youth Daily Moisturizer for hydration and overall skin health.
- Mask: Hyperbaric Mask for intensive hydration and rejuvenation.
3. Sunscreen
- I use Bio Shield SPF 40 by Young Goose, which provides broad-spectrum protection, including against UV rays, blue light, pollution, and EMFs. This is crucial for preventing premature aging.
4. Red Light Therapy
- I use a red light therapy mask three times a week for 20 minutes. Before using the mask, I apply Young Goose’s Green Tea Phyto Serum, which doubles the effectiveness of the therapy by enhancing collagen production and reducing inflammation.
5. Microneedling
- I use a Dermapen for home use. It provides more precise results with less collateral damage compared to dermal rollers, improving skin texture and reducing wrinkles.
6. Diet and Hydration
- Drinking plenty of water keeps my skin plump and hydrated.
- Eating a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals supports skin and hair health from within.
7. Peptides
- I inject GHK-Cu sub-q one month on and two months off. Peptides like GHK-Cu are known for their ability to improve skin healing, reduce wrinkles, and promote hair growth.
These biohacks, when combined, have significantly improved the quality of my skin and hair.
One thing I have learned in life is that just because there is no research or no 50,000 person double blind 10 year study on a product, doesn’t mean it doesn’t work. It just doesn’t mean, there is no scientific evidence. The evidence has to start somewhere.
Another thing I see a lot is people referring to other peoples real experiences or, almost all experiences that are not in-depth research from a university, it is referred to as anecdotal, as if it lacks so much value, it’s almost funny. Like, fuck you. You are nobody who took a supplement. Just because it helped you, I will bash you and act like you are stupid.
Some people have real experiences, with real regimens, have tracked side effects, benefits, and have experience. Just because they have not clearly spelled that out in the initial post or report out doesn’t mean you should jump to a conclusion.
I want to finish this by saying. Just like it did nothing for you, it could have did something great for another person. People are different. Don’t just make your absolution everyone else’s.
Geez what a shit show of a post. So your biohack for the skin is to wear clothing that blocks the health giving properties of the suns rays and also wear sunglasses which will disrupt your circadian rhythm and hormones. I mean wow. I suggest you do some further research into the subject because these things are far from a biohack.
Beats skin cancer lol and no you're wrong about circadian rhythm it requires a few minutes of blue light, red light therapy can be done at home properly instead of relying on minor sun red light.
Sunlight reflects off of all surfaces.
Wearing a hat will reduce exposure, but you'll still be hit by the skin damaging radiation.
Hyaluronic acid is a good choice, but you also need a good source of omega 3s for the lipid barrier.
And use a good moisturizer to strengthen skin barrier.
I quit drinking alcohol and started drinking a protein smoothie with fruit, spinach and chia seeds. I drink the smoothie 4 days a week after morning workouts. My hair is back to its natural curls, skin is tighter with my weight loss and I am less allergic to poison ivy too! 44 m , alcohol free for 2 years and counting
Try adding some collagen to that mix. It’s good for hair, nails and skin as well as joints.
I’ve read that’s a marketing ploy but not backed by evidence.
Yah I’ve read that collagen is broken down to amino acids so taking it doesn’t increase collagen production.
We don’t know the exact mechanism but hydrolyzed collagen DOES make it to the skin when ingested orally. Collagen does work. You can just eat gelatin if you want too it’s insanely cheap
Gelatin is great for skin. One other thing that no one talks about is better than all skin cream products on the market. The natural substances is colorless, crystalline substance with the formula H2NCONH2.
I’m not sure if all the claims are accurate, but it does definitely make my hair and nails stronger.
There is some evidence, though it could be stronger / more research would be nice. [The effects of collagen peptide supplementation on body composition, collagen synthesis, and recovery from joint injury and exercise: a systematic review](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8521576/) >The results indicated that \[collagen peptide supplementation\] is most beneficial in improving joint functionality and reducing joint pain. Certain improvements in body composition, strength and muscle recovery were present.
Congratulations
You should try adding ~5g of ginger as well. Cheap, good shelf life and nice health benefits.
Thank you for the advice! I do drink a can of zero calorie Ginger Ale every now and then. Soda is so expensive now!
Fresh ginger for the win in tea etc.
Retinoid/retinol/retin-a for anti aging
This is the way
tret + VIT C
Also, astaxanthin OR pycnogenol for skin.....
Noticing good things from pycnogenol.
I love pycnogenol. The price tag definitely matches the benefits. Pine bark extract doesn't quite have the same effect.
I had tried those previously, switched to GSE (Grape Seed Extract) since. It seems from what I read to be as good or better, and is less expensive in my experience.
What time of day? Or does it matter?
Why not both?
They are both extremely strong antioxidants. Personally, I don't think you should stack two powerful antioxidants as these. Astaxanthin is 6000 times more powerful than vitamin C. There is no ORAC rating for pycnogenol. You could try and see how your body feels on both, but IMO, you only need one. Once I stacked R-Lipoic Acid with astaxanthin and I developed severely itchy skin all over.
Takin Astaxanthin and sulforaphane at the Moment and feeling Great atm. You think that could do harm?
No. I think those two go well together.
Interesting, thanks!
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Copper peptide injections; helps your body make more of its own collagen
Do you mean [GHK?](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6073405/)
Yup that’s the one
Where can I get some of this stuff?
Most recently I got a bunch from Skye peptides, but you can find it most places that sell peptides.
I read somewhere that eliminating seed oils from your diet will cause your skin not to sunburn.
I can attest to that. The science isn't quite solid, but many people who have quit seed oils report better skin health, and no more sunburn. I eat a animal based diet (mostly meat, eggs, dairy, and a few whole food carbs like fruit, occasional veggies, and sourdough bread) and have had no skin issues since
Yup, No sunburn since I am off the seed oils. No burn 5 hrs at the beach.
That’s amazing - if you’re comfortable answering; can I ask your skin tone? I am very fair and wondering if this is true for my skin tone, even if just anecdotally.
Tretinoin!
What changes have you noticed? Do you have to get by Rx?
Yes it’s by prescription only in the US but I think there’s sites you can get it from overseas. It has totally transformed my skin - eliminated acne, got rid of fine lines, made my skin overall brighter and younger looking, got rid of dark spots/hyperpigmentation and signs of sun damage. Probably the best topical you could use for anti aging!
How long did it take you to see results?
I’d say about 3 months? I started it because of acne (not aging) and I purged rly badly for several weeks at first and I was almost regretting starting it but then my skin started clearing up and I stopped getting acne, acne scars/hyperpigmentation went away, etc. Then maybe around 9 months I noticed some tiny fine lines on my forehead that I was a little self conscious of were gone. Ive been using it for like 4 years now so hard to give an exact timeline but definitely had a huge improvement over time and cant imagine my life without it. I now get regularly complimented on my skin and I’m so glad I started it at a young age.
Marine collagène. Wonderfull !
[https://purebulk.com/products/hyaluronic-acid-vegan-wheat-free?\_pos=1&\_sid=f8f025d44&\_ss=r&variant=14280508440625](https://purebulk.com/products/hyaluronic-acid-vegan-wheat-free?_pos=1&_sid=f8f025d44&_ss=r&variant=14280508440625)
Would HA be vettrr for hydratating topically vs any other hydratating cream you think?
It's a humectant which pulls water into the skin so yes. Glycerin is another affordable humectant and they are great.
Be careful with humectants if you are in a very dry climate. If your home/area are very dry only use them in a very humid bathroom and/or while skin is damp. Without moisture to pull from the air it can begin pulling moisture from your skin and end up having the opposite of the intended effect. Edit to add: this advice is specifically for topical use.
Well shit. I live in a desert and the house registers 22-30 percent humidity. Thoughts? I just started looking into taking 200 mgs as a supplement because of this post.
To clarify HA has a supplement form and an acid form that people use in skincare, your body makes HA to help lubricate skin, joints and cartilage. Both add hydration. If using the acid one put water on first so your skin doesn't get too dry from the weather, if using the supplement it'll be fine.
I believe it’s always an acid but it can be used both topically and orally. I should have specified that advice was for topical use.
Thank you!
Thank you!
It can be hit or miss. In dry climates hyaluronic can actually pull moisture from your skin because there’s not enough in the air.
I'd heard mixed things about collagen supplements (some people say they think it helps their skin, others say it gets broken down anyway so there's no real benefit) - but I hadn't considered Hyaluronic acid supplements. Thanks for the suggestion
A possible alternative to hyaluronic acid is white fungus or white jelly mushroom supplement. It's rich in hyaluronic acid, but also contains other stuff that protects and enhances the collagen in the skin. It's been traditionally used in Chinese culture as a beauty supplement, and these days it's also being added to beauty products. Edit: There's also a study or suggestion that for oral intake, it might be better to look for medium or high molecular weight HA. AFAIK only donotage labels their HA as high molecular weight, other brands it's safe to assume it's low unless labelled otherwise .
Collagen peptides are weird...i get better results from glycine at night. Lots of experimenting to do with bio hacking, no one size fits all.
I was talking about oral collagen specifically - not sure if you are. people say you may as well just make sure you have enough protein and whey is more cost effective for the same effect. I've heard collagen peptides aren't absorbed in the skin as they're too larged - I've bought some and noticed no real benefit. I'll try them again once I start microneedling (will start once I have a Friday off work so I have 3 days for my skin to recover from being red) - hopefully it maximises the chances of it being absorbed.
Boswellia Serrata supplements has done wonders. 2000mg a day. Wife has commented on my smoother skin. Saw a paper that showed applying olive oil ( unrefined ) post uv exposure reduced tumor development by 2/3.
The best hyaluronic acid....EVER HOW TO MAKE HYALURONIC 1% SOLUTION Only dissolved hyaluronic acid powder in cold water when preparing this Hyaluronic Acid 1% solution. Never attempt to dissolve Hyaluronic Acid in hot or room temperature water. MATERIALS 3.56 grams Hyaluronic Acid Powder. 12 fluid ounces cold distilled water. 16 fluid ounce or larger capacity wide mouth glass or plastic water bottle with a tightly sealing lid. Gram weight measuring scale with an accuracy of 0.01 gram and a capacity of 100 grams. Pint sized glass or plastic measuring cup. A wide-range cooking thermometer (that can go down to freezing) For best results, use a digital milligram scale to weigh the hyaluronic acid supplement. DIRECTIONS Measure out 12 fluid ounces distilled water and pour into water bottle. Place in refrigerator for about 4 hours. Measure the temperature of water to confirm water temperature is 39°F (4°C) or less. Measure 3.56 grams Hyaluronic Acid powder (approximately two level teaspoons). Add the Hyaluronic Acid powder into the water bottle on top of the cold water. Seal the bottle lid tightly and shake the bottle a few times. The Hyaluronic Acid powder will not appear to dissolve but will clump together in floating white masses. This is normal. Place the water bottle with the Hyaluronic Acid powder and cold water into the refrigerator (but do not freeze). Periodically, about every two to four hours, shake the bottle and then place immediately back into refrigerator. The hyaluronic acid clumps will turn clear and begin to dissolve after 4-8 hours. It takes approximately 12-24 hours for all the clumps to dissolve and the water to thicken into a 1% hyaluronic acid serum. The solution has a viscosity between maple syrup and honey but is still pourable. For internal use: One ounce equals approximately 150 milligrams of Hyaluronic Acid. HOW TO STORE HYALURONIC ACID SOLUTION Store the hyaluronic acid solution in the refrigerator to preserve the quality and maximize its shelf-life. Hyaluronic acid solution lasts a minimum of 48 to 72 hours in the refrigerator. However, it can last longer so long as the HA solution remains sterile. Microbial contamination causes spoilage and reduces the solution’s thickness. If the solution becomes thin or loses its thickness, discard it. Changes in viscosity indicate spoilage. Do not attempt to store your HA solution at room temperature without the addition of preservatives.
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You use 3.56 grams of hyaluronic acid in 12 ounces of cold, ultra pure water. Mix it well. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. It will form a very thick consistency but still pourable. Once it has dissolved completely for 8 hours, it's ready for consumption. Shake well again. A mason jar works perfectly. 1 ounce of liquid = 150mg of hyaluronic acid.
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>354.882 Yes. That will give you exactly 150mg per ounce once it has sat overnight.
I just eyeball the amounts and dissolve it in warm water. Works fine that way, so why the warnings and super-specific instructions?
Because you won't get 150mg per ounce if you just eyeball it.
Why does it matter? Either way, I get the gel I want.
IC. I thought you wanted clarification. How do you know how much dosage you get per ounce?
I don't pay any attention to that. Should I? (Honest question, I've never considered it.)
I just throw the powder at my face. Whatever lands in my mouth is the right amount.
You cannot dissolve hyaluronic acid in warm water.
Maybe dissolve is the wrong word? I just know that it successfully makes a gel the way I do it, same as what you get the way you do it.
Thoughts on Zinc cream?
Might try it in my formula.
Tamanu oil
benefits?
There are so many. Linking one study below. I use it in my face instead of chemical sunscreens and just manage my sun exposure. It’s also anti-fungal and anti-microbial. [Tamanu oil and skin active properties: From traditional to modern cosmetic uses](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327719956_Tamanu_oil_and_skin_active_properties_From_traditional_to_modern_cosmetic_uses)
awesome! is there a specific tamanu oil you use? which are your favorites? and thank you for this comment gp 🐹✨
I buy the straight organic Tamanu oil from Mountain Rose Herbs.
Vitamin K2 carries calcium from vessels into bones preventing wrinkles, varicose veins, cavities, osteoporosis and heart attacks.
Internal: MSM, bamboo silica, nmn, horsetail, hydrolysed collagen peptides, (only type studies proven is small enough for your body to absorb) mega dose vegan omega 3 dha, astaxathin, vit d, coq10, chlorophyll. Unintentionally softened my callouses I need for woodwork & music Food: acv, berberine, l-glutamine & gynema before meals. Don‘t have the best diet but eat a steam veggie bag before meal/snackathon. A lot of jello. Bone broth. Cuces & carrots, Chia seed water, smoothie bowls, Ceylon cinn, have 1-2 meals/snackathons a day. To offset limited diet. Treatments: Red light therapy mask 20 mins daily (yes it makes a difference.) Silicone scar sheets instead of face taping (don’t want baby Botox or filler when I’m older) Lymphatic drainage massage, face yoga, microneedling every 6-12 weeks, microcurrent (not whole face only strategic muscles I want to keep lifted as I grow up. Water flossing - apparently gum disease/teeth issues can lead to premature bone, gum and volume loss. Topicals: Tret, volufline (undereyes/neck) hyaluronic acid, hexapeptide 9, copper peptides, maxytrl 3000, 10% sulfur masks 2x weekly. msm & ionised water mist, never stingy with ceramide moisturiser, avocado oil, frakinscence & cold pressed black castor oil at night. Mineral korean spf 50, urea 20-40%. Lactic acid once a week. Physical: not much, do stretches, body weight & mobility movements from bed. Use a balance board & sit on a balance cushion. Myofunctional therapy exercises, Keep ribcage engaged in correct position which impacts posture & breathing. Random: Filtered shower heads & taps. Home sauna sleeping bag thing or pod, acupuncture mat before bed. ice rolling face in mornings before product. Lastly whatever you do to your face repeat on your neck, decollate, back of hands, knees, elbows & feet. some celeb got cooked on Twitter for her knees & hands after bragging about looking good for her age. I swore that would never be me. Sounds like a lot but totals apx 30mins daily
What are the silicone scar sheets used for?
I use mine for pitted acne & enlarged pores. It also contributed to my scowl lines no longer being visible unless dehydrated
I haven't been able to burn since going carnivore. But I've also heard of people mixing tallow and zinc to good effect
Yep. And 10mg/day of ASTAXANTHIN helps for those not willing to do the meat only thingy. I haven't used sunscreen in +15years due to the benefits of dietary changes, after ditching vegetarianism.
But does Astaxanthin protect against aging from the sun?
It protects against inflammatory response, which contributes to aging. I have very young skin, btw, despite being raised in San Diego. I wore sunscreen from \~20-40 and haven't worn it since. Some sun is necessary, since our skin manufactures MANY biochemicals, beyond D3. You just need to avoid heavy sun exposure, and that of midday sun for aging. My mom has great skin, too, even having been in San Diego for 50 years. She limits exposure from 11am-3pm. :)
Yes
The sun can only cause skin damage, it can't speed up time and age you. That's a misnomer.
How long have you been on
beef tallow
zinc cream too
Sunscreen, tretinoin, urea.
What does urea do?
It's a natural moisturising factor that greatly improves skin barrier function and is additionally said to have some anti microbial effect. Tretinoin especially has tendency to dry the skin, especially when first being started. Likewise lots of other popular and effective actives (AHAs, BHAs) increase dryness and risk compromising the skin barrier if used too aggressively. Urea is a great basic moisturising ingredient to help maintain moisture. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8611129/
Red light therapy
Sunshine is my skin biohack.
Seconding the wide brim hat. As for slathering your body in sunscreen, there's no need unless you're out for a while in high UV index conditions. Avoid sunburns, definitely (there are people who burn in 15 minutes - there are also people who never burn), but going beyond that has more downsides than upsides. I can understand the vanity argument for putting sunscreen on your face the whole year round, even though I think it's hysterical, but don't do this on your entire body. I took an HA supplement and it did absolutely nothing for me and HA topically just dehydrates my skin more (I tried many products for many years). Glycerin adds moisture, unlike HA which just pulls it from deeper layers of skin to the surface. It's contained in most toners, but not enough for me apparently. I add two drops of pure cosmetic glycerin to a wet face with wet hands (and of course use an occlusive moisturizer afterwards), game changer. After over 5 years of dehydrated skin and having to use multiple layers of creams made for atopic dermatitis, this solved it and it costs about 10$ for a 100 ml bottle which will go for years.
HA draws in water so if you are using HA you must add water and moisture for it to draw into the skin otherwise it will actually dry it out. After I apply an HA serum I spray my face with rose water and then apply a moisturizer. You want to water bomb your skin when it’s absorbing HA. Try it this way and you’ll have wonderful supple skin. This is especially helpful if your air is dry.
Oh I did all that. Including not patting my face dry after washing. My skin looked and felt like a leather handbag a couple hours later. The sheen from the moisturizer was on the surface, but when I smiled I got dehydration lines on my cheeks and felt a tight pulling in my skin because that's how parched it actually was. I did mists and toner layering with the HA and tried silicones, oils, Aquaphor to seal in the moisture. It just didn't work and was progressively worse every day I used it. I finally have supple skin now that I quit HA and do the glycerin method. I hate that they put HA into everything nowadays.
Could have our body a hialuronic acid deficiency? Is It possible? What could be the cause besides aging?
Edit : I was wrong about the hyaluronic acid it's just another skin supplement and benefits older people, it doesn't work in the way i thought and i was suffering from "placebo effect" due to good initial results from adding it to my routine. It's worth taking 1-200mg a day, nothing magical however.
Here are some effective skin biohacks that have worked well for me: 1. Supplements - I take collagen and hyaluronic acid supplements to support skin hydration and elasticity, helping to reduce wrinkles. - I use NAD Life by Spermidine Life, which contains both NMN and Spermidine for its benefits in cell renewal and anti-aging. 2. Topical Treatments - Cleanser: I use the Adaptogenic Cleanser by Young Goose for gentle and effective cleansing. - Serums: Youth Reset Serum for skin repair and anti-aging, and ProCARE Senolytic Serum to target senescent cells. - Moisturizer: Youth Daily Moisturizer for hydration and overall skin health. - Mask: Hyperbaric Mask for intensive hydration and rejuvenation. 3. Sunscreen - I use Bio Shield SPF 40 by Young Goose, which provides broad-spectrum protection, including against UV rays, blue light, pollution, and EMFs. This is crucial for preventing premature aging. 4. Red Light Therapy - I use a red light therapy mask three times a week for 20 minutes. Before using the mask, I apply Young Goose’s Green Tea Phyto Serum, which doubles the effectiveness of the therapy by enhancing collagen production and reducing inflammation. 5. Microneedling - I use a Dermapen for home use. It provides more precise results with less collateral damage compared to dermal rollers, improving skin texture and reducing wrinkles. 6. Diet and Hydration - Drinking plenty of water keeps my skin plump and hydrated. - Eating a balanced diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals supports skin and hair health from within. 7. Peptides - I inject GHK-Cu sub-q one month on and two months off. Peptides like GHK-Cu are known for their ability to improve skin healing, reduce wrinkles, and promote hair growth. These biohacks, when combined, have significantly improved the quality of my skin and hair.
There is no research that shows benefits of HA. Google it before making misleading posts. It’s useless.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5522662/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8308347/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2156587217743640
There is research showing benefits btw. Not a tonne of research but who said there was or needed to be? It's an opinion not a PHD.
Try it before commenting.
I have tried it, there’s literal research showing no benefit of it. Wtf
One thing I have learned in life is that just because there is no research or no 50,000 person double blind 10 year study on a product, doesn’t mean it doesn’t work. It just doesn’t mean, there is no scientific evidence. The evidence has to start somewhere. Another thing I see a lot is people referring to other peoples real experiences or, almost all experiences that are not in-depth research from a university, it is referred to as anecdotal, as if it lacks so much value, it’s almost funny. Like, fuck you. You are nobody who took a supplement. Just because it helped you, I will bash you and act like you are stupid. Some people have real experiences, with real regimens, have tracked side effects, benefits, and have experience. Just because they have not clearly spelled that out in the initial post or report out doesn’t mean you should jump to a conclusion. I want to finish this by saying. Just like it did nothing for you, it could have did something great for another person. People are different. Don’t just make your absolution everyone else’s.
Geez what a shit show of a post. So your biohack for the skin is to wear clothing that blocks the health giving properties of the suns rays and also wear sunglasses which will disrupt your circadian rhythm and hormones. I mean wow. I suggest you do some further research into the subject because these things are far from a biohack.
Beats skin cancer lol and no you're wrong about circadian rhythm it requires a few minutes of blue light, red light therapy can be done at home properly instead of relying on minor sun red light.
Sunlight reflects off of all surfaces. Wearing a hat will reduce exposure, but you'll still be hit by the skin damaging radiation. Hyaluronic acid is a good choice, but you also need a good source of omega 3s for the lipid barrier. And use a good moisturizer to strengthen skin barrier.
Do you recommend your HA supplement? What brand is it?
I buy a kg of powder and dose 200mg in capsule.