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Hey guys, I’m currently loving the cancer council range of sunscreens but I was wondering what are your recommendations for spray sunscreens for the days that I need to reapply over makeup?? Can’t seem to find many reviews on them. TIA
From reading reddit I decided to order and trial these 3 sunscreens: haruharu wonder black rice moisture airyfit, beauty of Jordon relief sun rice and probiotics and Madagascar Centellar hyalu cica water fit sun serum (wow why us name so long?!)
I have dry skin and are mid 40s. Don’t tend to get acne besides occasional hormonal pimple here and there. I’m very fair skinned, and have some pigmentation spots, so sunscreen is critical for me.
I wanted something to sit well under foundation and on its own.
Centella- didn’t love. Found pilling even when wearing alone.
Haruhara - pretty good. No major complaints but don’t love it. No pulling on its own but some under foundation. Would prefer a bit more of a scent (I know not everyone wants that) - it’s quite boring smell lol.
BoJ- my fave. Very nice on own. Minor pilling only under foundation. Nice feel, pleasant scent (I’d still like more of a scent).
Hope my feedback may assist others :)
Any other recs please for Korean (or aus brands too etc) sunscreen that may suit my requirements? 🙏
Just purchased the Dermaveen sheer moisturising cream as its half price and so far love the texture. I have very oily skin and would love to know how everyone else with this skin type is liking this in terms of wear under makeup. Thanks!
Hi there. I’ve had botox twice and been happy with the result. (forehead, crows feet area). But it’s my under eyes that bother me. I’ve just had a consult at a new clinic and she is suggesting PRP and filler. I’m a single parent so budget is tight. Would love to hear your thoughts and personal experience.
If so did it work? Is it worth doing? Did it help cellulite?
Does anyone know where I can get one? Mecca seems to have stopped selling them. Or a mask that does red and blue light and is cordless? I think I prefer a hard shell as opposed to a squishy one. 😅
Hello, this may be a stupid question but I'll ask away! Where do you go to get a skin cancer check? Can you go to the GP or do you need a specific skin clinic?
For the people who get just a bit of subtle Botox/filler, around the forehead/eyes, how much money are we talking and how often?
Has anyone tried ASAP skincare products?
Welcome to our weekly help thread! This space is for all your simple & personal skincare questions. Whether you need quick advice on products, routines, or specific concerns, our community is here to help!
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Saw the face wash, serum, gel cream and night moisturiser at my local!
Everything was in stock but the cleanser, bought it all obviously will report back!!
Does anyone use boost lab? I currently am using the ordinary but there are great reviews for boost lab so thinking of switching so has anyone had good results Thankyou I am 45 if that helps
Since I started doing farm work, I noticed I have been having a lot of hyperpigmentation in my face because of the sun.
What is the best product for hyperpigmentation you have tried? What I can do to improve/avoid hyperpigmentation?
If you have used rosehip oil , how was the result and how you used to use the product?
My friend suggested me using the rosehip oil+moisturizer for having more elastic skin (I lost weight and Im feelings my skin flaccid), but I don't know how to use and where to find.
Thabk you 🥰
Hi all, I love the go-to Tranformazing sheet masks but can't really justify the price. I will head to Chemist Warehouse tomorrow and would love some good sheet mask recommendations. Anything that will make me look glowy would be great😄 I have normal skin but on the drier side.
As of 10.15am today. Only 1 box, it’s inside the glass display case.
I was previously going to a boujee skin clinic and was spending $$$ on their “prescription grade” skincare and doing a $300 facial once a month. It did clear up my skin but as soon as I stopped going my acne came back and I had to relearn skin care and find products that suited me. I am extremely careful about pore clogging ingredients and focused on my skin barrier first. I have compiled this list along with some tips to help anyone else who is struggling with acne. I wanted to write this post once I had fully cured my acne but alot of the products are half price atm so I thought I would post it now. :)
From my research all products should be fragrance and pore clogger free, however if you avoid oils or parabens this routine may not suit you.
From my experience staying away from actives and just focusing on hydration and barrier repair is the best first step for acne. I know not all pore clogging ingredients break everyone out but these products are for you if you want to be super safe and avoid pore cloggers all together. I still get acne but I believe it is from hormonal / diet causes. My acne has definitely reduced.
Routine in the comments to add links.
Thumbs Up 👍 Thumbs Down 👎: Sunscreen Products and Practices
Welcome to our newest sunscreen chat 👋
Let us know in the comments which sunscreen products and application methods get a “thumbs up” for keeping your skin protected and glowing, or a “thumbs down” if they didn’t live up to expectations!
This thread is focusing on sunscreen products, application tools, and sun care practices Think mineral vs. chemical sunscreens, spray-on formulas, tinted SPF, re-application techniques, etc.
SLIP, SLOP, SLAP, SEEK & SLIDE 😎☀️🧴
^((This includes all types of skin concerns, from sun protection to anti-ageing and beyond.)
These type of reviews are killing reviews.
Do you know of any online skincare shops that don't allow them?
I've been noticing Sephora and Mecca aren't listing product sizes on their website/app. I was hoping it might be an honest mistake but after noticing it on 5+ listings I'm not so sure now. Surely this has to be fixed?
First up no I don't work at entoda or do their PR, just wanted to share.
Their clove mint recovery balm is effin amazing. I massage it into my back before using my shakti mat and GODDAMN. That is some deep heat, and it smells bloody divine. I just wanted to recommend it (they've got a spring sale, ends up being 68 bucks or so) for those who might benefit from massage/creams that assist with deep heat etc. I have sensitive skin, and no negative reactions. Even just getting into bed I still feel heat. Bloody divine. I'd imagine it would be good for when you've got a cold as well, bit on the chest.
Get on it folks. I'm nearly 28 and bitch is SORE. Take care of yoselves.
Heads up that iHerb has their 28th anniversary sale on at the moment!
Lots of skincare, vitamins etc at 28% off and new users get 28% off instead of the usual 20%.
You can also use the code 28ANNIV for lots of things not already discounted (I tried it on Korean skincare and it worked).
What are your go to thick moisturisers Under 50$?
I've never used retinol or Tretinoin.... I have read that you are supposed to start slowly, so should I buy an over the counter retinol product first? Or go straight to a Tretinoin and apply it sparingly and infrequently to ease in?
Thank for any help!
Also, can that products be used while doing laser hair removal on the face?
I bought glow lab’s facial moisturiser to use for the month when I was housesitting because it was on sale.
After a week my skin was the driest it’s ever been - for the first time in my life (29F), my foundation looked flakey because of how dry my skin was.
I ended up buying my go-to cheap moisturiser (Cerave moisturising lotion) and it cleared up instantly!
I know Glow Lab has worked for others, but thought I would share that it didn’t for me. At all.
I'm more interested if it's Spf50+ cause I'm pasty, don't care where it's from as long as I can get it in Australia! Please detail how it dries down/feels when you apply it, gloopy sticky sunscreen is a sensory nightmare for me and my face sweats so much in summer it can sting my eyes haha