The Triple Helixian
Health
Chanel Hydramax+Active Active Moisture Gel Cream
Chanel Hydramax+Active Active Moisture Gel Cream: ($72 for 1.7 oz) Positives: I really tried my best, but all I could find were infinitesimal amounts of vitamin E and two forms of vitamin C. However, they are all listed after the preservatives, which means that they will do absolutely nothing for the skin. There are also low … Continue reading
Estée Lauder Perfectionist [CP+] Wrinkle Lifting Serum
Estee Lauder Perfectionist [CP+] Wrinkle Lifting Serum: ($55/$80/$135 for 1.0 oz/1.7 oz/3.4 oz) Positives: There are high amounts of the antioxidants skullcap, black mulberry, and grape extracts. Due to its arbutin and therefore hydroquinone content, the black mulberry extract can theoretically inhibit melanin production, which can result in a more even complexion. However, you aren’t going to get anywhere near the results … Continue reading
My Story & Routine in Detail: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
FAQs: Q. Why do you use so many products? A. I like to use more emollient product during the nighttime, and I like to make sure that my skin gets as many different well-documented antioxidants as possible. Our skin is a complex organ system that needs a cocktail of various nutrients. It’s true that retinoids and … Continue reading
My Story & Routine in Detail Part III
Evening Part 1: Cleanser/Makeup Remover: Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser. This is the same product as the cleanser used during the day. See Part 1 for the mini-review. Toner: Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner. This is the same product that’s used during the day. See Part 1 for that review. Treatment: Paula’s Choice … Continue reading
My Story & Routine in Detail Part II
Morning Part 2: Moisturizer: Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Invisible Finish Moisture Gel OR Paula’s Choice RESIST Super Antioxidant Serum. The Moisture Gel is reserved, yep you guessed it, for when I’m indoors. Surprise, surprise. On the other hand, the RESIST Serum is applied under my sunscreen and foundation; it acts as an additional layer of (antioxidant) protection against … Continue reading
My Story & Routine in Detail Part I
Morning Part 1: Cleanser: Paula’s Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser. It’s employs a few gentle detergents as well as some thickeners and anti-irritants such as sunflower oil and stearic acid, giving it a milky texture that lathers very nicely, without making the skin feel parched. The inclusion of these thickeners allows this to easily remove makeup as the oils will bind to the oils on … Continue reading
Shopping for Skin Care in Detail: Get Involved
Get involved continued… Now, depending on how enthusiastic or keen you are to aggressively perfecting your skin care routine, you can begin researching ingredient profiles on a variety of websites. FYI, my favorites ones are listed either in my “Useful Websites” or “Skin Care Loves” category of the Links section visible on the homepage. I also have … Continue reading
Shopping for Skin Care in Detail: Don’t Believe the Hype
Don’t believe the hype continued… When you first start learning about skin care, it’s very easy to be completely overwhelmed since brands often preach opposing doctrines. Some brands offer complete packages that supposedly address all your topical concerns, while others encourage you to mix and match. On top of all that, your friends are telling you not … Continue reading
Win 8 Popular Blushes! (CLOSED)
I’m just so excited to get this blog going that I’m going to be having a GIANT BLUSH GIVEAWAY to kick things off and to thank you guys for being here with me! Hmm, why blushes you ask? Well what do we often do when we get excited? We BLUSH! Haha. :] The list of blushes include: NYX Cream Blushes … Continue reading
About Me
If we met in life, you’d probably think that I’m one of the weirdest guys ever. I enjoy having conversations with myself and I make A-Beautiful-Mind-esque movements when doing so. I also eat grass. No, I’m just kidding about that last one. But really, I’m quite eccentric, so thankfully, I get to engineer my personality … Continue reading
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