The Triple Helixian
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Neutrogena Ageless Intensives Deep Wrinkle Moisture, Night
Neutrogena Ageless Intensives Deep Wrinkle Moisture, Night: ($17.59 for 1.4 oz) Positives: This contains moderate amounts of the humectants glycerin, squalane, and panthenol as well as one of my favorite emollients, shea butter, which not only has a divine texture and smell, but also provides moisture loss as an occlusive agent and flavonoids as a source … 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
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
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
Come Out! (With Your Skin Care) Template
As of Feburary 4th, 2013 I have suspended all future routine requests because there are too many scheduled. Furthermore, once I finish the “Ideal Routine” Page, readers will be able to come up with their own ideal routines by themselves. Readers should only submit a request if they still encounter issues with their skin/routines after reading that thoroughly. … Continue reading
Kate Somerville 24 Hour Pimple Punisher
Kate Somerville 24 Hour Pimple Punisher. [$28 for 0.5 oz (0.25 oz each)] This product consists of two parts. The first part is the gel that you apply during the AM. Positives: It contains glycerin, willow bark, oleanolic acid, and almond glycerides, which will serve to soothe and moisturize the skin. The tea tree oil, a known acne-fighter, does … Continue reading
Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel
Boscia Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel: ($38 for 1.0 oz) Positives: This contains efficacious amounts of the antioxidants pomegranate, vitamin C (though in the biologically less viable form-ascorbyl glucoside), as well as the anti-irritants willow bark and licorice. The emollients and water-binding agents present include glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, and jojoba leaf extract. There’s also a (tiny) dash of vitamin E. Neutrals: The artichoke … Continue reading
Coming Soon!
Hey everyone! I have some exciting updates on what ya’ll can expect in the coming weeks. First and foremost, I need to finish writing the various “stickies” or “permanently featured” posts that you see on the top of every page because that will allow you, the reader, to establish some basic knowledge about skin care. Of course, … Continue reading
The Triple Helixian 