Off-Topic Beauty Thread 2017 - Page 48

Carol K · 11-30-17, 02:42 PM

I've been using Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel all over my face and neck (including around eyes) twice a day for years.

cindyw75 · 11-30-17, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by rheash92

Can someone recommend a good chemical exfoliant? I tried the one from the Ordinary and didn't like it at all. In fact I didn't like any of their products didn't do much for my skin. Thanks!

Did you try the 30% AHA peel? It gave me instant results. I use it once a week now. My pores look smaller and my skin's texture is so much smoother, and after the first use. It does tingle while it's on my face...I mean uncomfortably, but I put some oil and moisturizer on as soon as I rinse off, and I love the way my skin feels.

Vintage VFer · 11-30-17, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by cindyw75

Did you try the 30% AHA peel? It gave me instant results. I use it once a week now. My pores look smaller and my skin's texture is so much smoother, and after the first use. It does tingle while it's on my face...I mean uncomfortably, but I put some oil and moisturizer on as soon as I rinse off, and I love the way my skin feels.

30% is very strong. I wouldn't use that high a concentration if your skin is dry or sensitive.

rheash92, maybe start with a lower concentration like the Paula's Choice ones. She has AHA and BHA formulas. AHA is better for wrinkles, etc. BHA is better for acne.

http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop-cat...bha-exfoliants

She also has higher levels to work up to as you choose.

donnamp · 11-30-17, 03:18 PM

If you are looking for an AHA product - Alpha has many to chose from.

https://www.neotericcosmetics.com/sh...pha-skin-care/

I think some of their line is sold at Ulta

Donna

BunnyHop · 11-30-17, 03:38 PM

Just thought I'd mention that I've been using the Nioxin level 1 cleanser and conditioner lately. I'd used them before when my hair was a lot, lot shorter, but I wasn't sure how well the conditioner would detangle. It does a great job, and I really like the way these products work.

My hair's quite fine, but reasonably abundant, with a tendency to get oily very easily. Using these, my hair/scalp seems clean without being weighted down from oiliness or conditioner.

It does have a minty sort of tingle, not sure I want that all the time, but I've been a lot happier with my hair since I've been using these, so I'll just ignore it, LOL!

Paula · 11-30-17, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by donnamp

If you are looking for an AHA product - Alpha has many to chose from.

https://www.neotericcosmetics.com/sh...pha-skin-care/

I think some of their line is sold at Ulta

Donna

I've used the Alpha Body lotion with 12% AHA for a long time and like it very much. I do not use it on my face - I use a Paula's Choice AHA gel for my face. Both are good, the Alpha is less expensive than Paula's Choice.

pharma_gal · 11-30-17, 10:31 PM

If you were to use just a couple of masks which ones would you use? Thanks!

MsThistlebottom · 11-30-17, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by rheash92

Can someone recommend a good chemical exfoliant? I tried the one from the Ordinary and didn't like it at all. In fact I didn't like any of their products didn't do much for my skin. Thanks!

I like the Peter Thomas Roth Un-Wrinkle Peel Pads. If you have sensitive skin, use just once a week to start, and be sure to rinse off well after applying. I avoid chemical exfoliants on my neck because the skin is easily irritated.

MsThistlebottom · 11-30-17, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by pharma_gal

If you were to use just a couple of masks which ones would you use? Thanks!

Are you looking for sheet masks? I used this Polatam hydrating mask recently, and it is just heavenly. Every time I go to this site to order some more, it's sold out.

These sheet masks from Orgaid are also very nice. I've tried the first two--vitamin C and anti-aging.

pharma_gal · 12-01-17, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by MsThistlebottom

Are you looking for sheet masks? I used this Polatam hydrating mask recently, and it is just heavenly. Every time I go to this site to order some more, it's sold out.

These sheet masks from Orgaid are also very nice. I've tried the first two--vitamin C and anti-aging.

I am looking for regular masks..something that is multi purpose like cleans and tones at the same time..but these look good! Thanks!

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11-30-17, 02:42 PM
Carol K Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago, IL	I've been using Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Gel all over my face and neck (including around eyes) twice a day for years. __________________ Carol

11-30-17, 03:18 PM
donnamp Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Maryland, USA	If you are looking for an AHA product - Alpha has many to chose from. https://www.neotericcosmetics.com/sh...pha-skin-care/ I think some of their line is sold at Ulta Donna

11-30-17, 03:38 PM
BunnyHop Join Date: Nov 2008	Just thought I'd mention that I've been using the Nioxin level 1 cleanser and conditioner lately. I'd used them before when my hair was a lot, lot shorter, but I wasn't sure how well the conditioner would detangle. It does a great job, and I really like the way these products work. My hair's quite fine, but reasonably abundant, with a tendency to get oily very easily. Using these, my hair/scalp seems clean without being weighted down from oiliness or conditioner. It does have a minty sort of tingle, not sure I want that all the time, but I've been a lot happier with my hair since I've been using these, so I'll just ignore it, LOL! __________________ Anna

11-30-17, 10:31 PM
pharma_gal Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA	If you were to use just a couple of masks which ones would you use? Thanks!