Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub

The website claims:   Got combination skin? This new easy-to-use, powder-to-foam formula with natural baking soda is effective at removing dirt and oil, but gentle on skin. Dial up or dial down this scrub's intensity by adding water: pH Balanced Formula, Oil-Free, Dermatologist Tested and Powder Scrub Activates with Water.

I’ve been using this product for over a month and can vouch for it being a great product.  My skin hasn’t looked this good in a while.  Pores are small and blackheads at a minimum.  I recommend Bioré Baking Soda Cleansing Scrub. 

You can find Biore products at local drugstores or chain stores for under $10 for a 2-3 month supply.

Innisfree Korean Skincare

The highly recommended products from Innisfree have been a success with my adult acne.

Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Facial Foam - Enriched with torreya seed extract from pure Jeju island. Jejubija Anti-Trouble helps control blemish for clear skin.  The refined and foamy lather thoroughly removes pore impurities as it prevents and relieves skin trouble. A complex composed of natural originated ingredients such as natural originated salicylic acid, panduratin, and rose crystal that helps to relieve skin trouble. 750ml for $7.75.

Innisfree Jejubija Anti-Trouble Skin - A toner made from natural Jeju torreya for treating blemished skin! The outstanding healing effects of the torreya seed oil help troubled skin.  Contains natural salicylic acid for exfoliation and blemish care.  The naturally fermented alcohol soothes skin and 100% Natural essential oil: The scent of pine, juniper berries, and the forest comforts your mind and body. 200ml for $12.80.

Innisfree Bija Trouble Lotion - With torreya seed oil and green complex helps to clear and treat troubled skin with its outstanding healing power. Applied after toner and smooth over the entire face.  100ml for $15.

I use the Facial Foam with my Clarisonic Facial Brush, follow with the toner and finish with the Trouble Lotion.  I have to say, any kind of blemish was gone by the next morning and I haven’t had any issues in the two weeks I’ve been using these products.  I use the Trouble Lotion every other night, as I did experience peeling around the corners of my nose and chin. 

For the price and results I’ve experience, I would recommend this product line.

Burt's Bee Facial Cleansing Oil is a GREAT product for only $16 (less at Walmart).  One pump massaged into face literally removes all makeup.  It leaves your skin clean and moisturized.  I've been using for two weeks and my complexion is looking good and acne is greatly reduced!

Juvesa ProSkin

Last week my friend and co-partner in this blog sends me an invite to her niece’s skin care party.  I don’t really read the flyer, but immediately respond, “Girl’s Night Out - of course I’ll go!”  As the day arrived I start thinking – what have I gotten myself into?  I know she was studying to be an esthetician or something in that field, but I’m not sure if she’s graduated or her current skill level.  Do I really want to be a guinea pig for some type of dermabrasion treatment???

We arrive at their friend’s salon – still not knowing really what we’ve agreed to – and enjoy meeting old friends and new acquaintances.   After some small talk, we’ve figured out that we would receive some type of a facial.  As I had washed my face per the request prior to arrival, I volunteered to be the first ‘victim’. 

I have a ‘before’ photo taken and then lay on the table while a very nice lady who I think is training the niece prepares my face.  We make small talk as she applies different serums and creams and begins a very pleasant type of dermabrasion that does not use the gritty granules as I’ve used in the past.  More concoctions, different tools with lights and currents, basically focusing on one side of my face.

Half way through my procedure the niece hands me a mirror.  Honestly expecting to have to lie and say, “Oh yeah, I see a difference,” I looked at my image.  OMG – the right side of my face was lifted what looked like an entire inch higher than the left.  I looked like I had just had half of my face pulled back to what it was 15 years ago.  I anxiously said, “Do the other side!”

They explained that as time passed, I would see more improvements.  For best results you should have 3-6+ treatments, about 3 weeks apart and then only maintenance is required.  We received the ‘Red Carpet’ treatment which is what the stars have prior to big events. 

When I woke this morning, my skin felt soft, smooth, the indents around my mouth where no longer so prominent and my eye area is lifted.  The acne I had yesterday is gone.  One very skeptical person is sold on this machine and I can’t wait for my next treatment!!! 

Juvesa ProSkin

 

 Tuesday Night Before                                                                                             Wednesday Morning

Herbal cleanser for troubled skin

Another product from LUSH that I've been trying is Herbalism Cleanser.  The jury is still out and will let you know...

 

Can your pillow help reduce wrinkles?

Another night which sleep eluded me and the convenience of the 'buy on demand remote and flex-pay', I had HSN send me an iluminage CopperOxide Age-Defying Pillowcase.  They claim it helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  I’ve been sleeping on it for a week.  You are not to use any kind of laundry softener when cleaning.  Will let you know how it goes…  

Anti-Ager

Origins Plantscription Anti-Aging Serum ($55; origins.com)

I have been using this about 6 weeks and can say I can see an improvement in my skin tone.
It doesn't cause my skin to peel.

Best acne mask - lifetime supply under $10

Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay Deep Pore Cleansing

I bought this on Amazon for under $10 for a pound of dry clay.  Mix a teaspoon or two of the powdered clay with a teaspoon of organic apple cider vinegar and you have enough product for 2-3 facial masks.  I save it in an air tight container.  This will clear up acne in 48 hours.  I've never had any product work as well as this.

Tatcha Facial Cleanser

Really like this Tatcha skin care line. Makeup dissolves in a minute with the cleansing oil and the rice exfoliate is very subtle but effective.  I bought these both from Sephora; the cleansing oil in regular size and the rice exfoliate in travel size to see if I liked it.  Also available on QVC.

LUNA™ for Sensitive-Normal Skin

Can't say the Luna facial cleansing brush was worth the money.  Has been sitting in my drawer.  Maybe I'll try using it again.  I purchased mine on HSN but don't think I paid $199.  I must have gotten it on special.

Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Skin Liquid Lighting Highlighter

Really like the way this highlights my eyes and face, especially when applied at end of a long day before going out.  Gives your skin a refreshed look.

Favorite Foundation

I have combination skin that tends to breakout even though I'm  near menopause.  My esthetician recommended this foundation which I have used for 2 years now. It helps control the oil and gives me a matte finish.  Sometimes you can find it for 25% off online if you keep checking different online sites running discount specials and you only need to buy the refill after the initial purchase of the compact.

Jane Iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation SPF 20