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What a lovely video! My grandma used to say, "If you smile enough when you're young, all your wrinkles end up in the right places." She was 90 with twinkly blue eyes, beautiful skin and many, many wrinkles.
I love this. It’s so true. I remember once seeing two old women board the train and one of them was really grumpy and had her wrinkles in all the wrong places, and one of them was really smiley and happy and had all her wrinkles in the right places! That was 15 years ago but I think of it every time I think about skincare or wrinkles!
This is so good. I am simply 24, but I will admit how much I was tempted with the expensive skin care line. But it didn't work, to be honest. There was this one thing that I heard from my mother that ingredients to healthy skin can always be found in your home. That's true❤ I sincerely rely on natural skin care activities. Thanks for making us all believe that it isn't always about expensive skin care products! ✨️
Thank you for another helpful and awesome video Sophie. I have begun looking into natural skincare. I have also come to understand how the beauty industry has sucked all ages of society into their web. Although yes, there are some fantastic products and treatments out there, the "average" person can't afford those things. Nature has its own wonderful holistic secrets that are there for us to find. It's exciting! 🌞✨
I love how you call it noise. I call negative things in society especially when it comes to women noise. Women need to stop listening to what magazines, articles, and even "influencers" have to say about our beauty. We don't need to inject stuff into our bodies and faces. We don't need to have abs, we don't need to look 25 at 50 years old. I really believe that if women just started embracing everything about themselves it would be so wonderful!
I love this!! The overconsumption of different items to purchase in the name of “self improvement” in general has gotten out of hand. I wish more people would realize that in most cases, we already have all that we need.
I can relate to this so much as a skincare focused creator and founder. So it’s inspiring to see more people like you, speaking up to tune in to yourself, rather than listening to all the noise out there 🌴
I'm 24, Indian and my skincare consists of a homemade cleanser (Indian gram flour and water), aloe vera gel from the plant and occasional sunscreen (since I don't go out much), you could easily mistake me for a 14 year old😂 My skin is so smooth and glowing and I've never ever had acne and I rarely get any pimples and I owe it to Fuller's earth masks I did while I was a teenager and also I'm a vegetarian!
I have cystic acne, some of my colleagues makes fun of it, so i just ignored them. They never know the struggles i’m facing having PCOS and hormonal imbalance. Thank you for this video, really insightful.
Them making fun of you is unacceptable and immature. Keep your head high beautiful, a good soul will always radiate. The bad ones might not have acne but their ugly souls reflect on their faces
Can't belive that people still makes fun of people for how their skin looks, when you have acne/ecsema etc its a medical condition like any else. And who would make fun of someone for having a Heart problem? Remeber that that is just a reflection of how they are, because people that really feel good about them self would never make fun of someone with a medical condition. Sending love ❤
What you said literally opened my eyes. You said that these skincare companies are the ones who first remind us of our flaws and then launch a particular product for it's aid. How true is that! These companies don't launch products first but these launch insecurities first, these make us look at ourselves in a manner which makes us feel bad about our skin etc. Everyday we see that a new 'defect' has been launched in the market which is considered as undesirable and these companies offer stupid solutions for that problem which didn't even exist and even if it did it wasn't much of a problem anyway!
I love the content on this channel! I too am in my 20s and the entire 'levelling up journey' and 'becoming the best version of yourself' seems to have really taken a toll on me. I am now just learning to love myself for who I am at this current stage in life and not looking elsewhere on social media to better myself.
This is a video I think we all needed 💚 I feel so silly looking back to my early twenties and how obsessed with skincare I was. I used to watch skincare RUclips videos all the time and constantly be on the lookout for new things. This was when K-beauty was getting huge. Now, I have a handful of things I can rely on, and I started looking at my skin more holistically. As you mentioned, sweating, eating better, and being happy supports our skin so much. Sending lots of love! 💖
Great video. I’m 40 and embracing aging. I use 4 products for my skin daily and a mask 1-2 times a week now. I only use 2 brands that don’t aggravate my sensitive skin right now. I very rarely wear makeup. I don’t put a lot of effort in my skincare. I get shocked by how much my cousins and friends my age or couple years younger spend for skin care. They spend $100s where I spend between $30-50 for skincare.
I can't even finish 1 skincare product and I tend to get yet another newly launched cream ..this is so relatable to many of us . Thank you for sharing and always inspiring us with your genuine thoughts . i♥️u Sophie
The ammount of skincare products nowadays is really overwhelming. Being born in the 90s, we only had few drugstore brands here like Maybelline, L'Oreal and then few more expensive like Clinique. Not much more to choose. Now we are bombed all day in Instagram and Tiktok 🤮🤮 I'm a victim, i admit. Thanks for bringing up this topic, it's so needed. ♥
I used to work sooo hard trying solutions for my skin since I had adult acne from age 18 through some of my early 30s. I haven't had them since using a few items, and I went through so many items to find the right ones for me, and over time have cut them down to a few. My scars are there but I am just glad I don't have breakouts at all any longer. I like that you made your own items. I had tried that and it did not help my face. I have reached the point where I am accepting how I am aging and just go, "Well. . I'll be 40 in a couple months, and it is okay to age. I've had a good life and look younger than my age, so I'll embrace where I am in this season." I have smile lines now and that is new for me, but they are cute.
I went through a crazy skincare and makeup phase when I was following beauty channels, always trying to get the product that was going to transform my skin. I finally learned that less is more and that consistency is key. 😇🙏🏽
I love your perspective on enjoying life and not letting these obsessions stop you. Can you share your fitness routine and perspective towards food? I think today's world is also too obsessed with specific diets, workouts etc.
I am 70 and love my skin care. It’s based on the classic dermatologist routine so the same things through the years, maybe a change of moisturiser or cleanser and enjoying improved sunscreens. It’s simple when you focus on what has been proven to work and ignore the new and exotic.
There is no skincare product that will improve your skin the way a healthy diet, a good night's sleep, adequate hydration and lack of stress will! I've never been big on skincare products, but I used a cleanser and moisturiser throughout my teens, 20s, 30s and into my mid 40s because I was told they were 'necessary' for healthy skin. Then I ran out of both at the start of lockdown and couldn't obtain my usual brand. Since shifting brands risked triggering skin issues for me, I decided to wait a week or so until my new brand was available to order online again - after a couple of days of facial discomfort (tight, dry feeling skin) I suddenly realised that my skin was feeling and looking far better and healthier than ever before. So no I don't use any skincare products at all, apart from occasional coconut oil in winter and a skin balm if my facial psoriasis flares up. I'm late 40s and have no intention of going back to using any other skincare products any time soon. So don't assume your skin 'needs' something just because you've always used it - you might be surprised!
Wonderful thoughts, Sophie! We waste so much time and money on skincare, our skin doesn't really need. I am in my early 30 and my skin is fine, much better than in my previous years of 5 step expensive skincare. Now I only use gentle cleanser or soap, natural Aloe Vera gel, cucumber or honey as moisturising treatment, salt as an exfoliant and green tea with tea tree oil as a toner. No creams, no sunblocks, no serums. My skin thanks me for simplicity of my routine and really looks healthy. Most important than skincare is what we eat, our physical and mental health. Less stress, less social media, more fresh air, good sleep, more time with my family. That's what make us feel and look good ❤
Thank you for a beautiful video! I follow you, even though I'm 68! I love your minimalist lifestyle and this video is so relatable, even for me! I've been blessed with pretty good skin, but I definitely have some wrinkles. And I can get sucked into the beauty industry's ideas of what constitutes "beauty". I have a pretty simple skin routine and try to eat healthier and exercise and do things that promote beauty from the inside. Each one of us is a beautiful creation.... let's embrace who we are... imperfections and all! ❤
Wonderful video! When all is said and done, it is far better to spend time nourishing our souls as opposed to spending so much time and money on our outward appearance! 👍😍😘
Dear Sophie as I mentioned to you yesterday your videos don’t disappoint. The message in this video is so powerful. It reminds us that the first step is to take care of our inside by eating healthy and exercising in order for it to reflect on our skin. People from different ages will benefit from your message. Thank you so much for sharing your life experience and wisdom with us.🌸🙌🏻🙏🏻
I just love your videos so much. The edit and voice over is always perfect. Thank you for this video. As a 30 year old who still gets acne, who has large pores, who has bought into the trends that made it worse, I’m learning just to do what works for me. I think it’s so important to remember that we are all different, just as we have different hair type, we have different skin type, and what works for one person may not for the next. We must believe in our uniqueness.
You've shared such a thoughtful journey with us regarding skincare and self-acceptance. What advice would you give to others who might be struggling with similar pressures from the beauty industry and societal standards?
It's so important to talk about realistic skin expectations because many of us fall into the trap of believing in quick fixes or products that promise miracles. This kind of honesty is really helpful for others going through similar struggles, thank your for sharing this with us.
I like your emphasis on the importance of balance. You acknowledge that it's okay to want to take care of your skin and look your best, but you also caution against letting the skincare industry dictate our sense of self-worth.
Loved your message. We really need to look within. I'm almost 48 and I try to take care of my skin as good as I can with a few products. I don't have the urge to buy as many products like I used to. In order to feel good, we don't need everything we are told to buy, but each to their own. I think you look lovely and have beautiful skin and hair. Thank you❤
I think your skin is wonderful, actually it´s one of the first things I noticed positively about you at the beginning. Thanks for all the insights into your life, I think your thoughts are really helpful to many people including me! Your videos feel very relaxing too ;) Like it
I really needed this today. After getting horribly cheated on a few years ago, I went from being really confident to constantly comparing myself to other women, usually younger. Gaining confidence and love for your current body can be such a difficult journey but happiness is possible by being kind and gentle with yourself. ❤
Skip it. I am 41 and I never had a skin routine and I dont know anybody that has, only in social media, etc. So I thought actually is there people doing that? I dont know what is serum. I tried to put sun cream everyday, and I am trying to use hidratant cream, because I never did. Only water in the morning. My products are sun cream and nivea cream. One lipstick, eyes pencil and mask, the same for more than 10 years. You will fill better dont do it, only sun cream is important. Then eat good. Skip it, stress turn you older.
What is it you're doing with the brush on your arms etc at 5:40? I'm legit curious. - also wrinkles and smile-lines are beautiful. They show that you've laughed and smiled.
It's sweet to know that you already have 700K subscribers. I started following and supporting you when you only had 5K subscribers. You deserve a million tons. Missing your weekly uploads. God bless you Sophie!
For me, the insecurity goes away when my skin is clear. But there are occasional struggles of seeing yourself as how you used to be. And I did micro needling too! Sooo helpful for the scars!!
I am 68, and I have never really embraced a skin "routine". And maybe I've been lucky, because aside from acne in my teens and twenties, my skin has been pretty good. I have wrinkles now but I like them - to me, they reveal a life fully lived. I've tried some products over the years, but my approach to skin care has always been the same. I keep my facial skin clean with a gentle cleanser and only occasionally add a moisturizer. Same goes for my body skin - I cleanse gently, then exfoliate and moisturize occasionally. My sister is 11 years older and has spent a fortune on skin care over the years. She used to bake in the sun, trying to get a "healthy tan" back in the days before the damaging effects of sun were known. I always stayed out of the sun. My sister has a lot of wrinkles and part of that may be due to her sun exposure, but I have a theory that constantly touching and meddling with our delicate facial skin through daily skin routines, can actually DAMAGE the skin. I think your video is a great wake up call - who are we doing this for, if not for ourselves? The societal and media pressure to buy products is huge. Plus, as you illustrate, we have everything we need in the kitchen at a fraction of the cost. Let's rethink the whole thing.
Such a good reminder. It is so easy to be caught up in imperfections and miss out on the incredible gift of our own lives. Thank you for sharing. ❤ I've also been curious, would you mind sharing where you found your lovely kimono robe? I have been searching for one to always wear around the house and the colors in yours are beautiful!
I have also thrown out most makeup and almost never wear it. I wash my face with plain soap and water and use jojoba oil and occasionally rose water...and that's it 😂 Great thoughts in this video!
Thankyou for making this video Sophie ❤ it comes in the right time, i felt anxious about my skin and about to buy bunch of product that could cure it but ur question "how much do we need to feel enough?" Just hit me deep. I'm 19 and suffer from acne and deep scars in my face. It truly makes me insecure especially bcz lot's of my friends doesn't have scars like i did. I still slowly learn how to be confident in my skin and working on a much better condition. And Maybe i should slowly review all the product that i used and minimize them based on the function that i need. I truly wants to do that❤ thanks for this amazing videos!
Several years ago, after hundreds spent at Sephora, I further trashed my skin with natural alternatives (straight ACV 😅) and then I came across Dr dray. Totally changed my outlook and saved my skin and wallet. Her channel has changed to always be talking about new products and once again it’s hard to not want all the things. My weakness lately is being too many face sunscreens, but I guess that’s a good thing to have plenty of. It’s crazy just how many steps we can find ourself totally okay with doing, morning and night. Simple is usually better, and this is a nice reminder
I have enjoyed so so many of your videos (there has to be a few I still need to watch)! And they are like ASMR for my soul. The only resistance I've ever felt was during a previous video - I remember thinking "well, it would be very easy for her to not wear makeup and dumb down her skincare, as her skin is flawless" and I found myself comparing (which I can't recommend, haha). Now I realize how foolish that behavior is, and how we should never assume what is easy or difficult, etc...for anyone. Thank you for being so authentic and vulnerable in your videos. I know this is not the easiest platform to do so.
I am a 43 year old american woman and I have struggled with skin insecurities since I was ten! My mom made my sisters and I at the age of 10 do a long step skin care routine. I had acne as well and my skin care became more of an obsession since my acne was very severe . I used rentin-A for my acne religiously from age 12 to age 31! I was obsessed with skincare products and spend a small fortune on these products from the age of 18-31, I probably could of bought a new car or bought a house with how much money I wasted on these so called" skin care products" (products full of chemicals and other harmful ingredients) . I avoided the sun a lot growing up and would wear long sleeve shirts and hats whenever I was in the sun to prevent wrinkles etc.! Unfortunately in my teens and early to mid 20's I didn't read the labels of my skin care products! I naively believe all the advertisement lies! For many years I truly thought all my skincare routine would prevent my wrinkles and sagging skin! I didn't understand about natural skincare products or even how a healthy balance diet including proper hydration, ,regular exercise including strength training, maintaining a healthy weight throughout ones life, and finding ways to relax on a daily basis to lower stress are far more beneficial and impacting then anything I can put on my skin! When I was 31 I had my first child. He has contact dermatitis and all my skin care products, hair products, perfumes, make-up etc, basically anything that wasn't organic all natural stuff would cause him to break out in hives! I had to stop buying the things I was using and try more natural products. The only things I can use on my skin and hair now is organic unrefined virgin coconut oil expeller pressed and regular ivory soap, and or dove unscented soap. I exfoliate with a wash rag or use an exfoliating puff. I haven't dyed my hair and worn make-up in 13 years. I have saggy skin due to losing 80 lbs and gaining weight again during my three pregnancies in my early thirties. I hope to come to terms with how my skin looks and be happy with it and once in for all truly not care whether my skin is clear, smooth, youthful or not! Thank you for this video I was very encouraged by it. Edit: For clarification
We know we are being directed but we don't realise how much marketing permeates every area of our life, personally skin care should be as natural as possible eating well, hydrating and moisturing as I've aged I decided to age naturally and age well mentally too be not opting into botox, fillers chemical colours on hair false nails I'm at ease with my aging not trying to keep up I step out confident in my skin has a 61 year woman we are all beautiful when we smile xxxx
I also had bad acne as a teenager and tried many different things but really only age improves this but I was left with a lot of scars. I starter using Rosehip oil and one day looked in the mirror and realised my scars had faded a little. It reminds me now that I'm older to keep it simple, we don't need all the fancy serums. Just a couple of good quality products.
Sometimes people forget that seeing the results from a product can take 3-6 months with consistent use. They just expect instant results and will keep buying to try to get there. It's also a bit sad to see little girls, like Middle School age, sucked into complicated skincare routines from expensive brands. I started getting acne then, so I get it, but it's just so unnecessary. At least at that age, you only need a cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen, and maybe an acne treatment. The importance of a healthy diet, drinking enough water, sleeping well, managing stress, etc. is not emphasized enough, because that doesn't allow skincare companies to sell more product. When I was around 15, my skin got sooo much clearer just because I prioritized eating healthier, not drinking so much sugar, and drinking more water.
I never was a fan of using all kinds of makeup and face creams and after I turned 40, I started to have sun spots so I had to change that but I am keeping it simple 😊 I use only organic jojoba oil, a TBT and Eye Serum, Retinol and Sunscreen. All clean and toxins free. Oh and I forgot about my Red Light Therapy, which I love 😍 My dark sports are lighter now and hopefully will stay like that 🤞
Amazingly said!! It can get so overwhelming trying to find the perfect products to achieve the perfect glass looking skin. We're so used to seeing filtered pictures and videos that we think real skin is not good enough. Great video ❤
Raw milk to cleanse my face. Gram flour is amazing too. And jojoba oil, glycerine, honey is my fav moisturizers. I want to try rosehip oil to fade my acne marks. And as toner, rose water, mint tea, green tea is so so refreshing. That’s all. I don’t use any sunscreen and I haven’t have any issue yet. Less is more ❤
I love the message behind this video. I love skincare! I’m aware there needs to be a healthy balance though. I buy less now that I’ve found some products that I love. I’m more confident in the skin that I’m in. And I only follow like 3 skinfluencers who feel good to watch and who promote skincare for my type of skin. I had to unfollow scrapbookers. Every time they came on, they were promoting new products. I didn’t think it was fair that they got the products for free, when I’m on a limited income and keep buying into what they’re selling. I’d love to know who some of these ladies that you follow are! As always? I’m glad I follow you. You are so inspiring!
I reduced my skincare alot and find a routine that works. I have to change it up betweens winter / summer but that's it. I will always get my microneedling and botox done - because the breakouts are painful and botox helps with my migraines. It's all about what benefits something actually brings to your life. I will also keep ond going to hairremoval laser sessions every 4 months - yes, they are expensive. But not having itchy lady parts after shaving - totally worth it to me.
I'm so aligned with this yet I keep buying skincare products before I even finish what's in my bathroom and I almost always regret it later. Thank you for this video and the tips ♥
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video. As a 28 year old, I’ve had a resurgence of cystic acne, and it’s greatly affected my self-esteem. It doesn’t help that my mother shames me for it anytime she sees me and says I look “disgusting.” She also has said “how could a man like you with your skin” after I tell her about a date. (Needless to say, I don’t visit her much haha). Anyways, your video has reminded me to love myself no matter what and to continue enjoying life. 😊❤
- partner myself: hợp tác với chính mình - lotion (n) thuốc hoặc mỹ phẩm lỏng dành cho da = cream, oil, rub balm - acne (n) mụn trứng cá, trứng viêm các tuyến nhờn trên da - dermatologist office: phòng khám da liễu - dermatologist: bác sĩ chuyên khoa da liễu - noticeable (adj) đáng chú ý, dễ nhìn thấy = in plain sight, visible, perceptible
I love this! I just simplified my skincare routine and my skin seems so much happier. I have some acne, oily skin, and treating it gently works for me. And it’s so much cheaper!
I wish everyone would look into natural resources and just give it some time. Once I stopped using chemicals and used natural things and starting eating better, what a change . It truly starts within
Hey! Sophie my sister really really needed this video and your videos are really really so so helpful to me in my life and I wish you have a beautiful week ahead💫💖😁
Most people aren’t even going to notice or care about all the flaws we see on ourselves. All these things that are being marketed to us are just people trying to get rich off of us.
I know how acne feel like and I would love to tell my younger self to not stress over it anymore. I compared my skin daily, wished to have clear skin daily and such things. Looking back, I know I did the best but I needed the biggest hug. I always took care of myself, but at some point, you have to deal and accept the things you have. I have too many scars to even care anymore and I'm happy that I'm able to see myself different, more kindness and love. ❤
Great video, Sophie! I’ve found by simplifying my skincare routine, my skin is so much better! Random question, but do you perhaps have a link to both your robe and your pink hair dryer? Love them and my hair dryer just broke.
Hi Sophie! Would you maybe be able to make a video on tips for avoiding comparison in social media and movies/tv shows? I always find I want to "adopt the life" of others and I really want to learn to combat this! Lovely video and I love your content!! 🤍🤍
Loved this! ❤ You are beautiful inside and out! Thank you for always being so encouraging and providing intentional videos that fill me with serenity and security.
I just wash my face with water morning and night and sometimes give my face a little massage :) I don’t use sunscreen because I don’t always like all the ingredients in them, I just wear a hat and stay in the shade as much as possible! Just being happy with the way Iam! And we are all going to age we can’t stop it, we just have to embrace it!
I LOVE this SO much!! I agree that it's important to draw the line between hobby and feeding insecurities. I'd love to know some of the women you follow on RUclips that inspire you as I'd like to make changes to my digital landscape as well ❤
I love this video and your channel! I’m wondering- what are the other RUclips accounts that you follow who are more minimalist/age positive? Thank you❤❤
Wow what a great video! Everybody talking about your skin but look at your hair! What do you do with it? It looks so full and strong and not frizzy at all. I really would love to simplify mi hair cair routine so what do you do? Greatings from the netherlands
As an Esthetician I always tell my guest that they only need 3 steps remove and a moisturizer and if the want to treat something a serum but that’s it! Anti aging is a lot of it internal related to food!
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What a lovely video! My grandma used to say, "If you smile enough when you're young, all your wrinkles end up in the right places." She was 90 with twinkly blue eyes, beautiful skin and many, many wrinkles.
That's a beautiful sentiment ❤
❤️ love this so much. She had a good life
That is beautiful ❤
I love this. It’s so true. I remember once seeing two old women board the train and one of them was really grumpy and had her wrinkles in all the wrong places, and one of them was really smiley and happy and had all her wrinkles in the right places! That was 15 years ago but I think of it every time I think about skincare or wrinkles!
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Really simple. I use about 5-6 products. I’m 67. More is not more. Yes, professional treatments are the way to go.
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This is so good. I am simply 24, but I will admit how much I was tempted with the expensive skin care line. But it didn't work, to be honest. There was this one thing that I heard from my mother that ingredients to healthy skin can always be found in your home. That's true❤ I sincerely rely on natural skin care activities.
Thanks for making us all believe that it isn't always about expensive skin care products! ✨️
Thank you for another helpful and awesome video Sophie. I have begun looking into natural skincare. I have also come to understand how the beauty industry has sucked all ages of society into their web. Although yes, there are some fantastic products and treatments out there, the "average" person can't afford those things. Nature has its own wonderful holistic secrets that are there for us to find. It's exciting! 🌞✨
❤️🥰 exciting!!
I absolutely love the message in this video! Also, what is your matcha tea recipe? It always looks so yummy!
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I love how you call it noise. I call negative things in society especially when it comes to women noise. Women need to stop listening to what magazines, articles, and even "influencers" have to say about our beauty. We don't need to inject stuff into our bodies and faces. We don't need to have abs, we don't need to look 25 at 50 years old. I really believe that if women just started embracing everything about themselves it would be so wonderful!
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I love this!! The overconsumption of different items to purchase in the name of “self improvement” in general has gotten out of hand. I wish more people would realize that in most cases, we already have all that we need.
I can relate to this so much as a skincare focused creator and founder. So it’s inspiring to see more people like you, speaking up to tune in to yourself, rather than listening to all the noise out there 🌴
I'm 24, Indian and my skincare consists of a homemade cleanser (Indian gram flour and water), aloe vera gel from the plant and occasional sunscreen (since I don't go out much), you could easily mistake me for a 14 year old😂 My skin is so smooth and glowing and I've never ever had acne and I rarely get any pimples and I owe it to Fuller's earth masks I did while I was a teenager and also I'm a vegetarian!
🥰 I heard amazing things about Aloe. Your homemade cleanser sounds gentle and wonderful too
It indeed is, it gives a soft and supple skin. It's such an effective cleanser yet without stripping off the natural oils of our skin.
I have cystic acne, some of my colleagues makes fun of it, so i just ignored them. They never know the struggles i’m facing having PCOS and hormonal imbalance. Thank you for this video, really insightful.
Keep ignoring your colleagues. Sending ❤ x
Them making fun of you is unacceptable and immature. Keep your head high beautiful, a good soul will always radiate. The bad ones might not have acne but their ugly souls reflect on their faces
Can't belive that people still makes fun of people for how their skin looks, when you have acne/ecsema etc its a medical condition like any else. And who would make fun of someone for having a Heart problem? Remeber that that is just a reflection of how they are, because people that really feel good about them self would never make fun of someone with a medical condition. Sending love ❤
@@afisanaa yes i try it now and also fasting, I’ve seen some approvement, my cystic acne lessen.
Sending you peace, strength, and good vibes. One Love 💗
What you said literally opened my eyes. You said that these skincare companies are the ones who first remind us of our flaws and then launch a particular product for it's aid. How true is that! These companies don't launch products first but these launch insecurities first, these make us look at ourselves in a manner which makes us feel bad about our skin etc. Everyday we see that a new 'defect' has been launched in the market which is considered as undesirable and these companies offer stupid solutions for that problem which didn't even exist and even if it did it wasn't much of a problem anyway!
I love the content on this channel! I too am in my 20s and the entire 'levelling up journey' and 'becoming the best version of yourself' seems to have really taken a toll on me. I am now just learning to love myself for who I am at this current stage in life and not looking elsewhere on social media to better myself.
That's a beautiful decision 7:52
This is a video I think we all needed 💚 I feel so silly looking back to my early twenties and how obsessed with skincare I was. I used to watch skincare RUclips videos all the time and constantly be on the lookout for new things. This was when K-beauty was getting huge. Now, I have a handful of things I can rely on, and I started looking at my skin more holistically. As you mentioned, sweating, eating better, and being happy supports our skin so much. Sending lots of love! 💖
It was much needed video for me
Happy to hear that :)
Great video. I’m 40 and embracing aging. I use 4 products for my skin daily and a mask 1-2 times a week now. I only use 2 brands that don’t aggravate my sensitive skin right now. I very rarely wear makeup. I don’t put a lot of effort in my skincare. I get shocked by how much my cousins and friends my age or couple years younger spend for skin care. They spend $100s where I spend between $30-50 for skincare.
I can't even finish 1 skincare product and I tend to get yet another newly launched cream ..this is so relatable to many of us . Thank you for sharing and always inspiring us with your genuine thoughts . i♥️u Sophie
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The ammount of skincare products nowadays is really overwhelming. Being born in the 90s, we only had few drugstore brands here like Maybelline, L'Oreal and then few more expensive like Clinique. Not much more to choose. Now we are bombed all day in Instagram and Tiktok 🤮🤮 I'm a victim, i admit. Thanks for bringing up this topic, it's so needed. ♥
Also a 90s kid and yes so overwhelming nowadays! Thanks for watching
I used to work sooo hard trying solutions for my skin since I had adult acne from age 18 through some of my early 30s. I haven't had them since using a few items, and I went through so many items to find the right ones for me, and over time have cut them down to a few. My scars are there but I am just glad I don't have breakouts at all any longer. I like that you made your own items. I had tried that and it did not help my face. I have reached the point where I am accepting how I am aging and just go, "Well. . I'll be 40 in a couple months, and it is okay to age. I've had a good life and look younger than my age, so I'll embrace where I am in this season." I have smile lines now and that is new for me, but they are cute.
Love this ❤️ I've accepted it as a part of me too and it's freeing honestly
On my way to 45yo and totally agree with you....aging is the new looking young...and wiser! ;-)
I went through a crazy skincare and makeup phase when I was following beauty channels, always trying to get the product that was going to transform my skin. I finally learned that less is more and that consistency is key. 😇🙏🏽
I love your perspective on enjoying life and not letting these obsessions stop you. Can you share your fitness routine and perspective towards food? I think today's world is also too obsessed with specific diets, workouts etc.
I am 70 and love my skin care. It’s based on the classic dermatologist routine so the same things through the years, maybe a change of moisturiser or cleanser and enjoying improved sunscreens. It’s simple when you focus on what has been proven to work and ignore the new and exotic.
There is no skincare product that will improve your skin the way a healthy diet, a good night's sleep, adequate hydration and lack of stress will!
I've never been big on skincare products, but I used a cleanser and moisturiser throughout my teens, 20s, 30s and into my mid 40s because I was told they were 'necessary' for healthy skin. Then I ran out of both at the start of lockdown and couldn't obtain my usual brand. Since shifting brands risked triggering skin issues for me, I decided to wait a week or so until my new brand was available to order online again - after a couple of days of facial discomfort (tight, dry feeling skin) I suddenly realised that my skin was feeling and looking far better and healthier than ever before. So no I don't use any skincare products at all, apart from occasional coconut oil in winter and a skin balm if my facial psoriasis flares up. I'm late 40s and have no intention of going back to using any other skincare products any time soon. So don't assume your skin 'needs' something just because you've always used it - you might be surprised!
Wonderful thoughts, Sophie! We waste so much time and money on skincare, our skin doesn't really need. I am in my early 30 and my skin is fine, much better than in my previous years of 5 step expensive skincare. Now I only use gentle cleanser or soap, natural Aloe Vera gel, cucumber or honey as moisturising treatment, salt as an exfoliant and green tea with tea tree oil as a toner. No creams, no sunblocks, no serums. My skin thanks me for simplicity of my routine and really looks healthy. Most important than skincare is what we eat, our physical and mental health. Less stress, less social media, more fresh air, good sleep, more time with my family. That's what make us feel and look good ❤
Thank you for a beautiful video! I follow you, even though I'm 68! I love your minimalist lifestyle and this video is so relatable, even for me! I've been blessed with pretty good skin, but I definitely have some wrinkles. And I can get sucked into the beauty industry's ideas of what constitutes "beauty". I have a pretty simple skin routine and try to eat healthier and exercise and do things that promote beauty from the inside. Each one of us is a beautiful creation.... let's embrace who we are... imperfections and all! ❤
Wonderful video! When all is said and done, it is far better to spend time nourishing our souls as opposed to spending so much time and money on our outward appearance! 👍😍😘
Yes! Absolutely ❤️😍 it's time and money better spent. thanks for watching
Ooo love this advice xx
Dear Sophie as I mentioned to you yesterday your videos don’t disappoint. The message in this video is so powerful. It reminds us that the first step is to take care of our inside by eating healthy and exercising in order for it to reflect on our skin. People from different ages will benefit from your message. Thank you so much for sharing your life experience and wisdom with us.🌸🙌🏻🙏🏻
I just love your videos so much. The edit and voice over is always perfect. Thank you for this video. As a 30 year old who still gets acne, who has large pores, who has bought into the trends that made it worse, I’m learning just to do what works for me. I think it’s so important to remember that we are all different, just as we have different hair type, we have different skin type, and what works for one person may not for the next. We must believe in our uniqueness.
I love this! Couldn't agree more. Thanks for watching
You've shared such a thoughtful journey with us regarding skincare and self-acceptance. What advice would you give to others who might be struggling with similar pressures from the beauty industry and societal standards?
It's so important to talk about realistic skin expectations because many of us fall into the trap of believing in quick fixes or products that promise miracles. This kind of honesty is really helpful for others going through similar struggles, thank your for sharing this with us.
I've come to understand that simplicity is effective, and maintaining consistency is crucial.
This video is very meaningful!
I like your emphasis on the importance of balance. You acknowledge that it's okay to want to take care of your skin and look your best, but you also caution against letting the skincare industry dictate our sense of self-worth.
It's refreshing to see someone who has embraced their own journey and found the balance between self-care and self-acceptance.
how did you know this? how did you know like i was needing this videooo
So glad to hear that ❤️
Loved your message. We really need to look within. I'm almost 48 and I try to take care of my skin as good as I can with a few products. I don't have the urge to buy as many products like I used to. In order to feel good, we don't need everything we are told to buy, but each to their own. I think you look lovely and have beautiful skin and hair. Thank you❤
Hello? Sophie? My goodness, lady, you are drop dead gorgeous. Inside and out.
I think your skin is wonderful, actually it´s one of the first things I noticed positively about you at the beginning. Thanks for all the insights into your life, I think your thoughts are really helpful to many people including me! Your videos feel very relaxing too ;) Like it
Aw thank you 🥰
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I really needed this today. After getting horribly cheated on a few years ago, I went from being really confident to constantly comparing myself to other women, usually younger. Gaining confidence and love for your current body can be such a difficult journey but happiness is possible by being kind and gentle with yourself. ❤
I'm so sorry to hear that. It's rough. It's a journey to get that confidence back, but it's well worth it imo ♥️ much love
I agree with you on your title! My routine honestly adds stress because it makes me feel to consumeristic.
Yes! I feel like if it adds stress, it's not doing us any good
Skip it. I am 41 and I never had a skin routine and I dont know anybody that has, only in social media, etc. So I thought actually is there people doing that? I dont know what is serum. I tried to put sun cream everyday, and I am trying to use hidratant cream, because I never did. Only water in the morning. My products are sun cream and nivea cream. One lipstick, eyes pencil and mask, the same for more than 10 years. You will fill better dont do it, only sun cream is important. Then eat good. Skip it, stress turn you older.
What is it you're doing with the brush on your arms etc at 5:40? I'm legit curious. - also wrinkles and smile-lines are beautiful. They show that you've laughed and smiled.
Yes! We should all want a life full of smiles and laughter. I'm dry brushing
Wow. Thank you so much for sharing this! I am going to listen to it everyday.. As a much needed reminder 💕🙏🏻
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
urggg all these diy skincare are the worst. You CAN have nice skin from products with active ingredients.
So many products for women yet men use any old thing (or nothing) and look fine.
exactly! not fair haha
It's sweet to know that you already have 700K subscribers. I started following and supporting you when you only had 5K subscribers. You deserve a million tons. Missing your weekly uploads. God bless you Sophie!
That's so sweet ❤️ thank you for supporting me from the beginning! Really appreciate you
For me, the insecurity goes away when my skin is clear. But there are occasional struggles of seeing yourself as how you used to be. And I did micro needling too! Sooo helpful for the scars!!
Yes! It does wonders for the scars :)
I am 68, and I have never really embraced a skin "routine". And maybe I've been lucky, because aside from acne in my teens and twenties, my skin has been pretty good. I have wrinkles now but I like them - to me, they reveal a life fully lived. I've tried some products over the years, but my approach to skin care has always been the same. I keep my facial skin clean with a gentle cleanser and only occasionally add a moisturizer. Same goes for my body skin - I cleanse gently, then exfoliate and moisturize occasionally. My sister is 11 years older and has spent a fortune on skin care over the years. She used to bake in the sun, trying to get a "healthy tan" back in the days before the damaging effects of sun were known. I always stayed out of the sun. My sister has a lot of wrinkles and part of that may be due to her sun exposure, but I have a theory that constantly touching and meddling with our delicate facial skin through daily skin routines, can actually DAMAGE the skin. I think your video is a great wake up call - who are we doing this for, if not for ourselves? The societal and media pressure to buy products is huge. Plus, as you illustrate, we have everything we need in the kitchen at a fraction of the cost. Let's rethink the whole thing.
Such a good reminder. It is so easy to be caught up in imperfections and miss out on the incredible gift of our own lives. Thank you for sharing. ❤ I've also been curious, would you mind sharing where you found your lovely kimono robe? I have been searching for one to always wear around the house and the colors in yours are beautiful!
It's from a store called costplus (world market).
Lately i m feeling the same
Thnku fr saying it out loud and providing an assurance
I really needed it today❤
❤️🥰 happy to hear that!
I have also thrown out most makeup and almost never wear it. I wash my face with plain soap and water and use jojoba oil and occasionally rose water...and that's it 😂
Great thoughts in this video!
I bet your skin is happier
Thankyou for making this video Sophie ❤ it comes in the right time, i felt anxious about my skin and about to buy bunch of product that could cure it but ur question "how much do we need to feel enough?" Just hit me deep. I'm 19 and suffer from acne and deep scars in my face. It truly makes me insecure especially bcz lot's of my friends doesn't have scars like i did. I still slowly learn how to be confident in my skin and working on a much better condition. And Maybe i should slowly review all the product that i used and minimize them based on the function that i need. I truly wants to do that❤ thanks for this amazing videos!
Several years ago, after hundreds spent at Sephora, I further trashed my skin with natural alternatives (straight ACV 😅) and then I came across Dr dray. Totally changed my outlook and saved my skin and wallet. Her channel has changed to always be talking about new products and once again it’s hard to not want all the things. My weakness lately is being too many face sunscreens, but I guess that’s a good thing to have plenty of. It’s crazy just how many steps we can find ourself totally okay with doing, morning and night. Simple is usually better, and this is a nice reminder
I have enjoyed so so many of your videos (there has to be a few I still need to watch)! And they are like ASMR for my soul. The only resistance I've ever felt was during a previous video - I remember thinking "well, it would be very easy for her to not wear makeup and dumb down her skincare, as her skin is flawless" and I found myself comparing (which I can't recommend, haha). Now I realize how foolish that behavior is, and how we should never assume what is easy or difficult, etc...for anyone. Thank you for being so authentic and vulnerable in your videos. I know this is not the easiest platform to do so.
Truly is the personality that makes a person beautiful.
I am a 43 year old american woman and I have struggled with skin insecurities since I was ten!
My mom made my sisters and I at the age of 10 do a long step skin care routine. I had acne as well and my skin care became more of an obsession since my acne was very severe . I used rentin-A for my acne religiously from age 12 to age 31! I was obsessed with skincare products and spend a small fortune on these products from the age of 18-31, I probably could of bought a new car or bought a house with how much money I wasted on these so called" skin care products" (products full of chemicals and other harmful ingredients) . I avoided the sun a lot growing up and would wear long sleeve shirts and hats whenever I was in the sun to prevent wrinkles etc.!
Unfortunately in my teens and early to mid 20's I didn't read the labels of my skin care products! I naively believe all the advertisement lies! For many years I truly thought all my skincare routine would prevent my wrinkles and sagging skin! I didn't understand about natural skincare products or even how a healthy balance diet including proper hydration, ,regular exercise including strength training, maintaining a healthy weight throughout ones life, and finding ways to relax on a daily basis to lower stress are far more beneficial and impacting then anything I can put on my skin!
When I was 31 I had my first child. He has contact dermatitis and all my skin care products, hair products, perfumes, make-up etc, basically anything that wasn't organic all natural stuff would cause him to break out in hives! I had to stop buying the things I was using and try more natural products. The only things I can use on my skin and hair now is organic unrefined virgin coconut oil expeller pressed and regular ivory soap, and or dove unscented soap. I exfoliate with a wash rag or use an exfoliating puff. I haven't dyed my hair and worn make-up in 13 years.
I have saggy skin due to losing 80 lbs and gaining weight again during my three pregnancies in my early thirties. I hope to come to terms with how my skin looks and be happy with it and once in for all truly not care whether my skin is clear, smooth, youthful or not!
Thank you for this video I was very encouraged by it.
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Wow, with 10 years old. I never had a skin routine and I am 41. I only have use sun cream and nivea after sun cream in all my life.
We know we are being directed but we don't realise how much marketing permeates every area of our life, personally skin care should be as natural as possible eating well, hydrating and moisturing as I've aged I decided to age naturally and age well mentally too be not opting into botox, fillers chemical colours on hair false nails I'm at ease with my aging not trying to keep up I step out confident in my skin has a 61 year woman we are all beautiful when we smile xxxx
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I also had bad acne as a teenager and tried many different things but really only age improves this but I was left with a lot of scars. I starter using Rosehip oil and one day looked in the mirror and realised my scars had faded a little. It reminds me now that I'm older to keep it simple, we don't need all the fancy serums. Just a couple of good quality products.
Oooh I love rosehip oil and other types of oils too 🥰 heals my oily skin
Sometimes people forget that seeing the results from a product can take 3-6 months with consistent use. They just expect instant results and will keep buying to try to get there. It's also a bit sad to see little girls, like Middle School age, sucked into complicated skincare routines from expensive brands. I started getting acne then, so I get it, but it's just so unnecessary. At least at that age, you only need a cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen, and maybe an acne treatment. The importance of a healthy diet, drinking enough water, sleeping well, managing stress, etc. is not emphasized enough, because that doesn't allow skincare companies to sell more product. When I was around 15, my skin got sooo much clearer just because I prioritized eating healthier, not drinking so much sugar, and drinking more water.
I never was a fan of using all kinds of makeup and face creams and after I turned 40, I started to have sun spots so I had to change that but I am keeping it simple 😊 I use only organic jojoba oil, a TBT and Eye Serum, Retinol and Sunscreen. All clean and toxins free. Oh and I forgot about my Red Light Therapy, which I love 😍 My dark sports are lighter now and hopefully will stay like that 🤞
Amazingly said!! It can get so overwhelming trying to find the perfect products to achieve the perfect glass looking skin. We're so used to seeing filtered pictures and videos that we think real skin is not good enough. Great video ❤
🙌❤️ real skin is enough
Yeah, i have watched people use different types of skin products and i thought i was missing out on something.
Thanks for this video 6:39
❤ thank you for watching
Raw milk to cleanse my face. Gram flour is amazing too. And jojoba oil, glycerine, honey is my fav moisturizers. I want to try rosehip oil to fade my acne marks. And as toner, rose water, mint tea, green tea is so so refreshing. That’s all. I don’t use any sunscreen and I haven’t have any issue yet. Less is more ❤
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I love the message behind this video. I love skincare! I’m aware there needs to be a healthy balance though. I buy less now that I’ve found some products that I love. I’m more confident in the skin that I’m in. And I only follow like 3 skinfluencers who feel good to watch and who promote skincare for my type of skin.
I had to unfollow scrapbookers. Every time they came on, they were promoting new products. I didn’t think it was fair that they got the products for free, when I’m on a limited income and keep buying into what they’re selling.
I’d love to know who some of these ladies that you follow are! As always? I’m glad I follow you. You are so inspiring!
Thank you so much for this Sophie. ✨✨✨
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Another great reminder to seek skin care advice from a dermatologist not an influencer of RUclips or Tik Tok!
I just turned 32 last month and i couldnt agree more with your message, thank you! ❤
I just started my minimalism journey. I am so happy to find your channel. You inspire me to live a better life and create my own channel 💌
Thank you for watching and supporting ❤️🥰
I reduced my skincare alot and find a routine that works. I have to change it up betweens winter / summer but that's it. I will always get my microneedling and botox done - because the breakouts are painful and botox helps with my migraines. It's all about what benefits something actually brings to your life. I will also keep ond going to hairremoval laser sessions every 4 months - yes, they are expensive. But not having itchy lady parts after shaving - totally worth it to me.
♥️🥰 I think it's all about knowing what's worth it and knowing what's unnecessary!
Marketing makes people spend money. Grow old gracefully.
♥️ embracing aging gracefully
I'm so aligned with this yet I keep buying skincare products before I even finish what's in my bathroom and I almost always regret it later. Thank you for this video and the tips ♥
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Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video. As a 28 year old, I’ve had a resurgence of cystic acne, and it’s greatly affected my self-esteem. It doesn’t help that my mother shames me for it anytime she sees me and says I look “disgusting.” She also has said “how could a man like you with your skin” after I tell her about a date. (Needless to say, I don’t visit her much haha). Anyways, your video has reminded me to love myself no matter what and to continue enjoying life. 😊❤
- partner myself: hợp tác với chính mình
- lotion (n) thuốc hoặc mỹ phẩm lỏng dành cho da
= cream, oil, rub balm
- acne (n) mụn trứng cá, trứng viêm các tuyến nhờn trên da
- dermatologist office: phòng khám da liễu
- dermatologist: bác sĩ chuyên khoa da liễu
- noticeable (adj) đáng chú ý, dễ nhìn thấy = in plain sight, visible, perceptible
Its sweet know that you alread have 700 k deserve milions tons missing you crecie glod bye you sopie ❤
Awww thank you for the kind words ❤️
I love this! I just simplified my skincare routine and my skin seems so much happier. I have some acne, oily skin, and treating it gently works for me. And it’s so much cheaper!
Gentle works so much better!
❤️ Remember spirituality and meditation is also being sold ! So it’s the same thing again we have problems to solve and then solutions 😅
True😆 sometimes it's helpful to know whats out there. But too much has the opposite affect
Thank you Sophie, inspiring like always ❤
Thank you for watching 🫶
I wish everyone would look into natural resources and just give it some time. Once I stopped using chemicals and used natural things and starting eating better, what a change . It truly starts within
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Hey! Sophie my sister really really needed this video and your videos are really really so so helpful to me in my life and I wish you have a beautiful week ahead💫💖😁
Happy you enjoyed this video ❤️
Most people aren’t even going to notice or care about all the flaws we see on ourselves. All these things that are being marketed to us are just people trying to get rich off of us.
I know how acne feel like and I would love to tell my younger self to not stress over it anymore. I compared my skin daily, wished to have clear skin daily and such things. Looking back, I know I did the best but I needed the biggest hug. I always took care of myself, but at some point, you have to deal and accept the things you have. I have too many scars to even care anymore and I'm happy that I'm able to see myself different, more kindness and love. ❤
This is quality content, thank you for sharing your heart.
Thank you so much for watching 🫶
Great video, Sophie! I’ve found by simplifying my skincare routine, my skin is so much better! Random question, but do you perhaps have a link to both your robe and your pink hair dryer? Love them and my hair dryer just broke.
My robe is from world market (cost plus) and the hair dryer is Conair infiniti pro (but I don't recommend it!)
@@MalamaLife Thank you so much and thanks for your honesty. I’ll skip the hairdryer then. 😂
Wonderful
Very well said
I needed to hear that and be not only really ok in my own skin but also love my skin and be grateful for it ❤
Thanks dear ❤🙏
now there are subtitles in Portuguese 😍 I also had a lot of acne and had to learn to take better care of my skin because of it
Sim! For my Portuguese viewers. I'll always try to include it
Hi Sophie! Would you maybe be able to make a video on tips for avoiding comparison in social media and movies/tv shows? I always find I want to "adopt the life" of others and I really want to learn to combat this! Lovely video and I love your content!! 🤍🤍
Loved this! ❤ You are beautiful inside and out! Thank you for always being so encouraging and providing intentional videos that fill me with serenity and security.
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Recently I started feeling overwhelmed with having to many products
And I reduced it
I just wash my face with water morning and night and sometimes give my face a little massage :) I don’t use sunscreen because I don’t always like all the ingredients in them, I just wear a hat and stay in the shade as much as possible! Just being happy with the way Iam! And we are all going to age we can’t stop it, we just have to embrace it!
I LOVE this SO much!! I agree that it's important to draw the line between hobby and feeding insecurities. I'd love to know some of the women you follow on RUclips that inspire you as I'd like to make changes to my digital landscape as well ❤
❤love the video❤ I enjoy dry brushing!!stay safe✝️❤️🙌🦋
Thank you for watching ❤️
I love this video and your channel! I’m wondering- what are the other RUclips accounts that you follow who are more minimalist/age positive?
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Micro-needling is a HUGE help to acne scarring.
Yes it is! Changed my skin
You are absolutely right 👍👍
Such a beautiful video and you're absolutely beautiful the way you are
Love it Sophie ❤ A year back I was in this beauty trap also but not anymore 😅 I try to refill only.I am so happy with all the spots on my face🎉
Thank you for this! Sending you all the loveeeee 🫶🏻
Sending much love back to you ❤️😍
Wow what a great video! Everybody talking about your skin but look at your hair! What do you do with it? It looks so full and strong and not frizzy at all. I really would love to simplify mi hair cair routine so what do you do? Greatings from the netherlands
What's your minimalist anti-aging skin care products?
Thanks for sharing this video! 🖤 Truly appreciate the message you're sending. Hope everyone can hear it 😊
Thank you for watching ❤️
😂😂 loved the cat ears ❤ could see your smile 😊
🥰♥️ little joys
As an Esthetician I always tell my guest that they only need 3 steps remove and a moisturizer and if the want to treat something a serum but that’s it! Anti aging is a lot of it internal related to food!
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What are the ingredients/ amount you used for your face mask and hair mask?
IT'S ALL B.S. TO GET YOUR MONEY BY YOU MAKING A FOOL OF YOURSELF AND WANT TO BE PART OF THE EVERYBODY ELSE IS DOING IT GROUP.