Luxury Skincare Brands: What's behind the High Price ๐ง

Jun. 28, 2020
Investing in your skincare is always a good idea. Our skin is actually our largest organ and considering that it absorbs up to 70% of what we put on it; why not splurge and spend a little bit more? We investigate luxury skincare brands so you donโt have to. Keep reading to see what we uncovered!
La Mer
La Mer was created out of necessity when Dr. Max Huber suffered burns after a lab accident. He was compelled to treat and heal his skin. And we give props for his perseverance; 6000 experiments later and 12 years of research led him to what he was looking for. He discovered a fermentation process of sea kelp, that turned into a magical elixir which claims to completely transform the skin. The much-loved โCrรจme de la Mer Moisturizerโ retails at $510 for 100ml pot. Used to combat dryness, redness and wrinkles; itโs powered by a cell-supporting โMiracle Brothโ a secret formula created by the Dr. himself.
Augustinus Bader
At the core; skincare is a science so itโs no wonder that the brains behind Augustinus Bader; Professor Augustinus Bader himself is a physician and professor. Impressively, he is also one of the world's leading scientists in stem cell and biomedical research. His skincare range is compared to that of a healing treatment and he claims to have developed an innovative technology to take your skin to the next level. The Discovery Duo is a day and night formula, one being light and refreshing and the other being rich and super-hydrating which stimulates the skin's natural rejuvenation processes to drastically enhance the appearance of your complexion. Retailing at $305 for 30ml, it is popular amongst the brands selection of skincare.
Skinesis
With a 12 week waiting list for her super popular facial treatments; its no wonder British CEO and skin guru Sarah Chapman has created โSkinesisโ to satisfy the masses. With a focus on botanical oils and highly complex formulas, a potent yet deliciously fragrant product was born. Her products have aromas of jasmine, rose, neroli and frangipani, yum! The Overnight Facial Night Elixir is a serum-oil elixir which plumps, smooths and rejuvenates the skin while you sleep. Let the products do the hard work while you catch some zโs! It is priced at $86 in the 15ml.
Skinceuticals
Backed by science and approved by dermatologists, Skinceuticals are committed to skin health above everything else. Their philosophy; prevent, protect, correct; is the motto of founder Dr. Pinnell. With over 10 patents in skincare over the last 3 decades; he is serious about your skincare! The best seller of this range is the Vitamin C serum for the skin: C E FERULICยฎ WITH 15% L-ASCORBIC ACID. Retailing at $166 for 30ml, it is clinically proven to reduce damage from the sunโs UV rays and pollution from living in cities. Used for those who want an anti-aging and skin brightening beauty weapon, itโs first used in the morning to protect you from the elements.
Most luxurious skincare products carry a pricey sum, but they arenโt your usual run-of-the-mill products. Developed by doctors and scientists alike; the research that goes into formulating these goodies is incomprehensible. What price will you pay for a glowing complexion?
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The best workout hairstyle!
Hairstyles for the gym donโt have to be cute - but itโs nice when they are!!
Here is a SUPER easy Dutch braid into a bun - perfect for the gym when you donโt want your hair getting in your face when youโre moving around!
Begin with the Dutch braid which is a 3 strand braid taking pieces from either side of your head, UNDER the middle strand of hair. Then fluff it out by pulling on the braid strands and then take all of that and put into a half bun, wrap the extra hair and youโre done!!!
Literally so easy yall and SO STINKING CUTE!!
Xo,
Johanna
Which moisturizer is right for my skin type?
A little bit of moisturizing a day keeps the dry skin away!
Moisturizing is crucial to a healthy skin barrier. All ๐บ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ help with dry skin. Yet, not all moisturizers are created equal. So, how do you choose the ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐ ๐บ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ for your skin?
I am breaking it down today for #WinterSkinReliefDay.
In general, ๐บ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ provide a little bit of water to the skin and contain a greasy substance that holds it in.
๐ ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ are formulated in ๐ฏ ๐๐ฎ๐๐:
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๐ข๐ฐ๐ฐ๐น๐๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐: greasy/oily and block the evaporation of water from your skin.
๐ฆ ๐๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐๐: pull water into the top layer of your skin both from the air and from deeper layers of the skin.
๐ง๐พโโ๏ธ ๐๐บ๐ผ๐น๐น๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐: not really moisturizering but rather to make the skin feel smooth by replacing absent skin the lipids and oils to fill in all the cracks on the skin, helping smooth out the surface of your skin and repair your skinโs barrier.
Here is a cheat sheet to help you select the appropriate moisturizer for your skin.
๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ ๐๐ถ๐ฝ๐
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๐ ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐, regardless of your skin type. Even oily skin needs moisturizing every day with the right type of moisturizer. Please avoid moisturizing reactively, aka moisturizering ๐ผ๐ป๐น๐ when your skin is dry.
๐ฟ Always apply to ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฝ ๐๐ธ๐ถ๐ป. P.S I keep my moisturizer in my shower to apply right after I towel off gently.
๐ ๐จ๐๐ฒ ๐บ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ป ๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐บ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ. This is key for the winter ๐ฅถ months. You need both a humectant which draw moisture to the skin and occlusive ingredients which keep water from evaporating off of your skin.
๐๐จ๐๐ฒ ๐ฎ ๐ต๐๐บ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ฟ. This is really important in the winter if you are using humectant heavy moisturizer. The dry air can pull the water out of your skin. Sounds crazy right?
๐ซ๐๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ฑ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ด๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐น๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด. Even if you do not have sensitive skin. Fragrance and coloring are just a set up for possible irritation/allergy and no one has time for that.
๐ฆถ๐พ ๐๐ผ๐ปโ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ด๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ผ ๐บ๐ผ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ธ. They too need some TLC.
#skincaretips #moisturizer #skincareroutine #skincareproducts #dermatologist #dermatology
resolve to rock a red lip and worry less ๐
๐๐ These are some of my absolute favorites! Whatโs your favorite red lipstick?
In order of appearance
๏ฟผPAT McGRATH LABS - MatteTrance Lipstick Elson 2
๏ฟผPat McGrath Venom
๏ฟผMAKE UP FOR EVER - Rouge Artist Lipstick Mat, M402
๏ฟผciatรฉ - Liquid Velvet , Diva
๏ฟผSEPHORA COLLECTION - Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick , Always Red
๏ฟผNARS - Powermatte Lip Pigment , Starwoman
๏ฟผNYX - Intense Butter Gloss , Apple Crisp
My 15 min natural full face ??? In 60 seconds?๐คจ
Yโall...I done made me a tiky tok ๐คฃ
The full vid was 13 mins honestly and I had to cut out a lot nonsense to get to 60 seconds.
Anyways, my full face is very simple and light.
Foundation: Fenty Beauty Hydrsting Foundation in 410FENTY BEAUTY - Pro Filt'r Hydrating Longwear Foundation (im a little unsure what my color is cause itโs literally so many to choose from but Iโm also two toned in a sense lol)
Concealer: ELF Hydrating Camo Concealer in Deep Cinnamon (skin tone color to cover blemishes) & Deep Caramel to highlight. e.l.f. - Hydrating Camo Concealer
Setting powder: REVOLUTION - Bake And Blot Pressed Powder in Banana
Contour/bronzer: e.l.f. - Hydrating Camo Concealer Deep Chestnut... i think Iโll double check also I used Juvia's PLACE - The Warrior Eyeshadow Palette the shade โNanuโ as bronzer powder.
Highlighter: MACx Teyana Taylor in shade โHouse of Petuniaโ
Lip Stick: MACx Teyana Taylor in the shade โ I got a manโ
Setting Spray: NYX - Matte Finish Makeup Setting Spray I like this because it doesnโt give me a completely matte finish but my makeup also stays put
Lip Liner:KKW BEAUTY - KKW BEAUTY Nude Lip Liner in NUDE 3 My favvvvvv lip liner ever
Lip gloss: any beauty supply gloss lol
Eyeliner:SEPHORA COLLECTION - 12hr Colorful Contour Eyeliner in black
Mascara: e.l.f. - Volumizing Mascara
Eyelashes is extensions
Thatโs all folksssss
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What it means to blowdry down the hair cuticle!
Letโs simplify what it means when a hairstylist says to blow dry down the hair cuticle:
When you think of your hair, think of the shingles on a roof. Theyโre all laying down but on top of each other. The cuticle of our hair is doing the same!
When we blow dry up or at the hair cuticle, it causes all those little shingles to stand up- causing frizz, loss of moisture, and hair damage. When we blow dry down the hair cuticle, all the shingles can lay flat against each other and be the protective barrier that theyโre supposed to be.
If youโre having trouble with extra frizz or loss of moisture pay attention to the direction that your blow drying. This could make all the difference!
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