Perfect Match - antioxidant boost!
lilyz
We all know that slapping on some vitamin C in the morning before heading out. Usually i go with a serum. This Clinique even better clinical serum is an extraordinary way to help protect your skin from free radical damage.
It is been proved that one of the main reasons we age is because unstable electrons in molecules (called free radicals) attack healthy cells and change their composition, which causes them to no longer function the way normal, younger cells do.That's why using a vitamin C serum is vital that helps us to protect from UV light by sacrificing themselves during this process.
CLINIQUE - Even Better Clinical Radical Dark Spot Corrector + Interrupter
Dark spot serums for sensitive skin
Retinol routine
Anti-aging serums
Vitamin E face serums
The Best of Vitamin C serums
CLINIQUE
Neutrogena
Face Cream
Face Serum
May 22, 2020
Product Mentioned
Does Vitamin A+C actually work? My answer is...
1. cosmedica SKINCARE - Vitamin C Facial Day Cream
Cosmedica Skincare Vitamin C Moisturizer (15%) is a powerful blend of anti-oxidant rich and restorative active ingredients to reveal a radiant complexion. Vitamin C, a well-known anti-oxidant, works to combat the damaging effects of sun exposure and UV rays. Along with other nourishing active ingredients - MSM, jojoba, B5 and Green Tea- that work synergistically for maximum protection and correction of aging skin.
I bought it on Amazon, actually I very rarely buy any creams or lotions online due to my sensitive skin. I have had to return items in the past, even with great ratings and assurances, because they made my skin turn red or itchy.
I was so pleasantly surprised with this moisturizer! I was sick and tired of my skin's flakiness with only using thin serums, so I gave this moisturizer a try. I love it! My skin feels velvety and the flakiness is gone. This is the best moisturizer I have ever bought online.
I am truly thrilled that it visibly reduced the wrinkels on my forehead and especially the "eleven" in between my eyebrows!
The texture of all the Cosmedica products is great. Unlike other serums (and I've tried quite a few...), these serums are not watery and thin but nice and thick so that it doesn't "run off" immediately. Other products have given me breakouts but I had no issues with Cosmedica.
Overall the condition of my skin is notably improved
Over the years I sometimes thought that an expensive "high quality" formula might meet my needs, but over and over again I was disappointed, so I gave up on the very pricey ones. Imagine my surprise when I tried this affordable one and got the results I've been looking for.
I don't remember what made me take a chance on this one, but I'm very glad I did. Thanks for a great product!
2. Neutrogena - Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Night
Neutrogena is the #1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand. Neutrogena's Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream uses Retinol, the purest form of vitamin A, to combat signs of aging and improve the tone and texture of your skin. The first antioxidant to be widely used in nonprescription wrinkle creams, retinol works by penetrating deep into your skin to stimulate collagen and elastin, which smooth fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin's firmness. In their patent-pending formula, Neutrogena incorporates traditional retinol technology with a combination of Pro-Vitamin B5, Vitamin E and special moisturizers that stimulate skin's natural mechanisms to even out skin tone and build moisture levels.
I absolutely love my Neutrogena Wrinkle Cream. It is silky to the touch and makes my face feel fabulous. I have been using Neutrogena products for many years and I love this product. It has diminished fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes and mouth area. I use this every night after cleansing, toning, and moisturizing my skin and it makes my skincare routine complete. The only thing I don't like about it is the packaging. It is hard to get the cream out when it is near the end of the tube. Other than that, great product!
riririca23
After 4 months of trying Retinol...
The best practice would be staring a process of building up tolerance of your skin. First twice a week, and then every two days after 2 weeks before moving to daily basis.
I do see that a lot of reviewers complain of getting irritation while using this. This happened to be too when I use it the first week. It caused flaking on my cheeks. I did some research after that and noticed this is a normal symptom while using a retinol product. For beginners especially those who are new to āretinolā, it is not recommended to use on a daily basis.
CeraVe - Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum
This Cerave serum was the first retinol product I tried years ago. Wasnāt a fan of it at that time. And stopped for years. This year I tried it again alone with this night cream and noticed the spark in it. I found that it not meant to be a stand alone moisturizer. It's to be layered with other products as part of a routine.
Neutrogena - Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Night
As the product boasts 'retinol' the star ingredient is high on the list for this product.The ingredients are identical and it contains Hyaluronic Acid and Retinol. It's is basically the strongest stuff you can find in a drugstore. I like that it comes in a tube and not a tub. Nothing grosser than sticking your fingers in a tub, leaving behind germs no matter that you washed your hands.
After 4 months of using Retinols, I have really noticed a difference since I have started using it. I can not use it every night due to the fact it dries me out. However, I do noticed that the sun spot is fading, the acne scars are fading, my skin feels soft, and looks fresh. As a combination, my skin is very dry in spring. These two products this definitely helps keep me moisturized overnight. The āanti-agingā side, I don't really have wrinkles (yet) but I will keep using this since it makes my skin glow!
lilyz
ADDRESS YOUR SKIN CONCERNS BEFORE EVENT!
I have sensitive, oily, hyperpigmented skin with huge pores. I am always looking for products that will keep my oil production at bay and reduce the appearance of my dark spots and pores without irritating my skin. Whenever I have an event coming up I always try to swap out the products I can for milder ones to make sure I am setting my skin up for success. These products have helped my skins texture and tone in just a few weeks to get my skin ready for an upcoming event.
CLINIQUE - CLINIQUE Liquid Facial Soap oily skin formula. This product is so gentle on my skin. I love it because it helps to reduce my oil production but doesnāt dry out my skin. I get the occasional breakout but I find that face gentler washes work best for keeping my breakouts at bay just my removing dirt and oil from my skin.
URBAN SKIN Rx - HydraFirm + Brightening Serum this product really helps with texture and complexion. It leaves my skin feeling smooth and soft. This serum is made with peptides, lactic acid and Niacinamide which help reduces the appearance of my pores, acne scars and fine lines.
URBAN SKIN Rx - Complexion Protection Moisturizer SPF30 I love a moisturizer with spf! The sun can deepen the appearance of hyperpigmentation so using a spf can prevent darker spots and aid in fading of existing spots. This product is super hydrating. It is made with Hyaluronic acid which helps the skin retain moisture.
CLINIQUE - Even Better Clinical Radical Dark Spot Corrector + Interrupter This is a miracle product! This product has significantly reduced the appearance of my dark spots. This products also makes my skin look brighter and more radiant. This serum is also packed with ingredients that help with skin irritation, protect skin from pollution and moisturizes.
BRANDLESS - Hydrating Rosewater Facial Toner Spray This product is great for when your skin is feeling super dry, irritated and inflamed. This product is so gentle on the skin. It is made with Aloe, Rosewater, Oat kernel extract and hibiscus extract. These ingredients work together to soothe, moisturize, treat inflammatory acne, smooths texture, removes dirt and oil, brightens skin, reduces the appearance of pores and fights signs for aging. The directions say to spray directly on your face but i like to spray it on a cotton pad and rub it into my face.
#CheriePartner
BriAlecia
ššSay no to acne scars with this perfect serum!
In summer, my skin is more likely to have acnes and pores. When the acne faded, it always leaves scars and hyperpigmentation will keep troubling me. My skin is dry and sensitive, so honestly I do not use skin whitening products often as it might put my skin in a poor condition. A few months ago, CLINIQUE released its new dark spot corrector and it grabs my heart immediately.
Whatās it?
CLINIQUE - Even Better Clinical Radical Dark Spot Corrector + Interrupter is a serum aimed at dark spots, hyperpigmentation, dullness and uneven texture. It is also called 302 since its main and special ingredient is CL302, to adds brightness to skin. It cost $85 for 50 mL and you can get it on sephora online shop.
How does it work?
It has 3 highlighted ingredients to help fix those skin concerns. The first is CL302, which acts as a brightening molecule. The second is rice bran extract, works to address future dark spots by helping defend skin against damaging free radicals. The third is salicylic acid, which helps reveal fresher, more even-appearing tone skin. The combination of the highlighted ingredients help visibly improve the acne scars while addressing the appearance of future dark spots.
My using experience
I love its watery formulation and lightweight gel-like texture. It could be absorbed by skin rapidly, without leaving any thickness. Itās fragrance free. After two-monthsā use, I can see my face more smoother, softer and visibly brighter. The hyperpigmentation improves and skin appears glowy.
Do I recommend?
Definitely highly recommended! Iāve already recommended it to many of my friends. Although itās a little costly, itās 100% worth the money! Itās definitely my must-repurchase.
Cherly
More Reviews
Good products to fade the hyperpigmentation
1.PROX by OLAY dermatological brightening spot fading essence
OLAY - ProX Spot Fading Treatment For Even Tone
Iāve known this product for a while but just began to try it 1 month ago. Because in my mind most of the brightening products would irritate my sensitive skin. BUT this one is a big surprise. Itās very safe with visible results.
It was recommended by so many people, which also included several dermatologists. It targets and treats skin issues at the source to fade the look of hyperpigmentation. After using it for about 4 weeks, I can feel that it improves the appearance of my skin, and always leaves me with a brighter, more even tone skin. Its potent combination of niacinamide, sepiwhite and laminaria saccharina extract ļ¼which are its patented ingredients) helps to fade the look of skin discoloration such as sun spots and dark patches.
2. NEUTROGENA healthy skin anti-wrinkle cream: A retinol facial treatment with Muti-vitamins
#NEUTROGENA - healthy skin anti-wrinkle cream: A retinol facial treatment with Muti-vitamins[products]#[FiveStars]
It was dermatologist recommended. The salicylic acid acne treatment can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, meanwhile treat and help prevent blemishes. I should say the effect was amazing. I canāt believe it can improve my skin texture in such a dramatic way with so reasonable price. It's never greasy, and as long as I use it every day, I rarely get a blemish. Another thing it helps is to fade dark spots. I had some mild hyperpigmentation on my neck and chin from prior acne, and this product significantly faded it.
Retinol is applied in this product, which is the purest form of vitamin A, works deep within skin's surface where wrinkles develop. Salicylic acid, a proven acne-fighting ingredient, penetrates deep into pores to treat blemishes and help prevent future breakouts. This light, oil-free formula glides on easily and absorbs quickly with no greasy residue.
ONE THING SHOULD PAY ATTENTION!! When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical medication at the same time. So plz check your routine products carefully.
Neutrogena- Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Night
This Combo Is Quite Disappointingšš...
I have combination-oily skin and whitening is my top priority all year round. I chose to follow a combination that is popular on the Internet: The Ordinary - Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%and Neutrogena - Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Night.
I have used this combination for around a month and the The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% is already almost empty.
It has a watery consistency but it's a little sticky when spreading it on the skin. It creates a very small amount of white foam but not an extremely gluey texture as some say online. I haven't seen see any obvious whitening, but my acne marks are significantly lighter. However, niacinamide is strong, so it's not recommended for sensitive skin. Those who try it out for the first time will need to build up skin tolerance beforehand.š§
I personally think there's nothing special about the Neutrogena anti-wrinkle night cream because I have not see any obvious results. š„±š„±It has a smooth creamy texture and spreads easily. However, I didn't see any anti-aging, wrinkle-reduction, or whitening results. It is just refreshing and spreads easily. I've used products containing retinol before, so it didn't irritate my skin, but if you haven't built up skin tolerance, you may experience some tingling. However, you can use the AvĆØne Thermal Spring Water to ease any irritation.
Have you used this combo? What is your favorite combo? š¤Let me know!
Neutrogena- Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream for Night
Mini Products, Maximum Hydrating Effects
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Hydrating Moisturizer
I got this mini travel sized moisturizer as a free gift along with a purchase. Iāve been using this for 2 days now and I am seriously considering getting the regular tub. This product is packed with hyaluronic acid, and we all know that hyaluronic acid is responsible for making our skin look supple and youthful hence, anything that has HA in it is super hydrating and will really help our skin maintain its youthful glow.
Within the short time that Iāve been using this product, I feel that itās extremely moisturizing on my face. My face feels so plump and bouncy right after applying it. The moisture lives on even after a few hours after application. I use it in tandem with my normal routine of cleanse, tone, serums, and my dry combination skin has since been loving it.
PETER THOMAS ROTH - Potent-C Vitamin C Power Serum
This is another travel sized mini product that I have been loving lately. Vitamin C is known to counteract hyperpigmentation and uneven skin texture so anything with it is super helpful if you have the same issues like me such as sun spots.
This serum feels so good. The only downside is its smell but itās not overpowering so it doesnāt really bother me too much. I can look past a productās smell if it delivers me great results. Like the first product, it has only been 2 days since the first time Iāve used it but it does make my face glow and appear brighter than it was. I think vitamin C has an instant effect, and with that, Iām very thankful cause I like my skincare products to deliver me quick results.
If youāre looking for a brightening serum to combat your hyperpigmentation, try this.
PETER THOMAS ROTH-Potent-C Vitamin C Power Serum
Effective and lighweight serums for dry and dull skin
I have dry skin and my face looks dull occasionally. I have always been actively trying to fix the two issues in tandem. It would be better if it could relieve wrinkles. Luckily I have found three magic serums that can not only nourish my skin but also improve the radiance and correct my tone.
1. CHANEL LE LIFT Firming Smoothing Lotionļ¼Serum
CHANEL - LE LIFT Firming Smoothing Lotion
This one seems to like to be a 2-1 product for pre-cream skincare which helps open up pores to let other products penetrate. It is lightweight and has the smell of camellia which gives me delight every time I apply it on my face. I find this one especially effective in improving my look when used with LE LIFT products. I like it most because it can simplify my skincare process and moisturize without giving me a greasy feeling.
2. Olay Light Perfecting Essence
OLAY - White Radiance Light Perfecting Essence
This serum is famous for its ingredient, niacinamide which is a versatile ingredient for both replenishing look and whitening skin. Iāve tried a lot of products to remove my pimple marks but olay is the first product to show obvious results in less than two weeks, totally worth the price and more of it. After using it for years, I will say it does brighten my skin and give the skin a clear complexion, very natural and silky look.
3.Clinique repairwear laser focus
CLINIQUE - Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkles & UV Damage Corrector
This is a good choice for moisturizing and tone correcting but it adds anti-aging ingredients. It has a rejuvenating formula that smooths the skinās texture. I find it useful to deal with expression lines and helps plump my skin. One plus for this is that it restores sun damage. My skin literally glows after using it for three months.
Those three are ļ¼68, ļ¼30 and ļ¼56 respectively. All are fairly priced for their excellent function.
CHANEL-LE LIFT Firming Smoothing Lotion
The ideal day routine vichy.
idealia has the perfect formula for everyone- a dry skin moisturizer, combo, normal skin and even combo-oily. Their serum is by far my favourite day serum to use, since it has a light, watery texture that absorbs perfectly, and has my favourite active ingredients- antioxidants. The antioxidants in this line is a fermented black tea and blueberry polyphenols- known antioxidant compounds that have been found to reduce free radical damage š My biggest thing, even before pregnancy, and now more-so in pregnancy, is to incorporate antioxidants in daily skincare to protect from free-radical damage, especially since formation of spots, or melasma, becomes more common during pregnancy, so a combination of antioxidants and sunscreen is key š
I love getting these actives in a serum, since serums get into the deeper layers of the epidermis better than a moisturizer does, but with Ideal, you can get the actives in both the serum and the moisturizer!
pair hyaluronic acid and moisturizer
š Pair these products to get hydrated skin!
š the products used here
The Ordinary - Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
and
Charlotte Tilbury - Charlotte's Magic Cream
š Why should you pair up?
Hyaluronic acid allows your skin to hold more water/moisture in, it basically acids as a carrier for water which provides hydration. Moisturizer layered over that locks in the hydration from a hyaluronic serum while usually adding more moisture through things like glycerin or other ingredients. Do use both! Do find a serum AND. moisturizer with hyaluronic acid. Dont just use a serum, as it can evaporate without a protective layer.
š The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid
this is a thick serum that should be applied to the face after toner and before moisturizer. Hyaluronic acid is a key ingredient in retaining moisture in skin, as it can hold a lot of water. A little can go a long way with this serum in particular. its pretty inexpensive, and yields immediate results through happier, more hydrated skin!
š Charlottle Tilbury Magic Cream
This is a thick, rich moisturizer that is excellent for winter use and dry and sensitive skin. It locks in moisture and hydration throughout the day and keeps skin moist without a greasy feeling. I really like this moisturizer, but its a tad pricey.
Charlotte Tilbury-Charlotte's Magic Cream
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