Paula's Choice pro tip: Buy the body versions of their exfoliants instead of the face ones. Their "body" exfoliants have the same active ingredients at the same concentrations as their facial products, but in much larger bottles for much less per unit. For example, I've been using their BHA 2% "body" treatment on my face for some time now with great results. I just use a small amount. The "body" exfoliant is $28 for 210ml, whereas the "facial" BHA lotion is $32 for 100ml. This works out to about a 58% savings. I believe that this is the kind of savvy shopping that Paula would approve of 😂
Yup!! That’s really how they get you! Especially for ppl who aren’t aware of skin care ingredients. Once you’re educated on stuff like that, you really can use anything anywhere 🤣 I’ve bought so many mini/ travel sizes versions of big body lotions/creams and use it for my face for $2 from drug stores!
@@ashhadrien9097 yeah like I realized the cerave "face" moisturizer has an almost identical ingredients list to their big tub of generic moisturizer. I buy the big tub now.
PC is the first brand that I’ve ever been motivated to use consistently from my results, but I avoid the “trend” ingredient products and just stick with the ones that work for me. They also run 20%+ sales often so you can typically get them at a discount. (And I figure it’s more affordable in the end if I’m actually using the product up Vs. contantly trying/getting rid of drugstore that doesn’t work for me.) I love all the guidance from your videos though, so helpful to navigate through all the products regardless of where you buy them! ❤️
I think Paula's Choice still has some great formulas in their line, but I'm disappointed over all with the direction the brand is taking. What attracted me to it in the first place was the influence of Paula Begoun. Her whole philosophy as a consumer advocate for skincare and beauty products was very no nonsense and focusing on saving consumers time and money by cutting out unnecessary and gimmicky products. Now instead of having a simple product range to target specific concerns, there's just so much fluff. The brand is becoming what it was trying to respond against in the first place and engages in many of the marketing tactics Paula herself has criticized. I do still buy their 2% BHA body treatment which I love for my KP and ingrowns. I actually use a small dab of this on my face as well instead of buying a separate facial exfoliant serum. It's the same active ingredient at the same concentration, but because it's a "body" treatment you get a way bigger bottle that lasts forever!
Agree! I’ve been using that line for years before it became more mainstream. I like simple and straightforward. I use the niacinamide and vitamin c bc it’s one of the best on the market.
Yeah I've been using Paula's Choice products for over 15 years... And I really love them but the prices just keep climbing and the products just keep getting more gimmicky. Still I religiously buy the: Cleansing oil Clear cleanser 1% retinol booster 2% BHA (I prefer the resist BHA for oily skin) Shine stopper Those are all on my holy grail list so I'll continue to buy... But if I could find a less expensive replacement that I love, I definitely would switch!
@@leeaskew One of the most polluting companies, definitely no eco conscious, test on animals etc. I love PC, but the prices have increased dramatically and instead of a simple daily skin regime, they now own hundreds of products, some very similar, and even eye creams. Use a thicker moisturizet, that's what Paula used to say. But the temptation of $$$$
That serum actually sounds pretty nice to me personally. I know niacinamide is in a lot of products, but I at least appreciate how they disclose the percentage and it is within the ballpark for good results. Some products don't disclose it. I'd consider buying it and using it for my face 🤷♀️it's also a pretty big bottle to use for the face. I wouldn't use it for the body
As a dental hygienist I’m also often accused of “fear mongering” when I explain the horrors of not flossing. Trust the professionals! We are trying to help you! Keep sharing the truth and educating the public! 😊💜
Thank you for calling out misinformation without bashing the person/people who reinforce said misinformation. Not something you see often on this platform. Have a great day!
Well, to be honest I love Paula’s Choice and I really appreciate their skin care. BUT(!) my biggest issue when it comes to this brand is how expensive their products are…. I only buy the BHA liquid exfoliant and the AHA lotion exfoliant regularly, that’s it. Because I can’t afford more from that brand.
I love Paulas choice but yea they are expensive. The only thing I really buy from the website is their calming toner. I love how it calms my skin especially at the end of the night when I do my skincare routine. I really want to try the vitamin c booster. And it was 25% off but I didn't purchase maybe in the future
I stopped using PC and switched to Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating Toner, and I think it does about the same job. It also has lactic acid and glycolic acid as well and its only $10.
@@lisawillis3 yes, the onset can be sudden! I too have to be very careful now, both with skincare products and especially makeup. I saw an allergist and discovered I am allergic to various other things too, including fragrances.
@@franameri6590 ugh, I don’t know what happened to me but I contracted dermatitis on my face over the winter to products I have used without issue and suddenly had a reaction. I had to throw away my Paula’s choice resist aha/bha exfoliating lotion and was afraid to use the 1% retinol because I seemed to have a reaction to both. I stopped using them together and tried using them separately and the aha exfoliator made my eyes almost swell shut and my skin itched like crazy. I’m super careful and now buy things marked for sensitive skin. Stinks!!
It's true. My fragrance sensitivity started with scented antiperspirant. I developed awful rashes. I now cannot tolerate any skincare products with fragrance, synthetic or naturally derived. Happy Sunday Dr. Dray! :)
Niacinamide is in most creams,serums, spfs. I stopped buying niacinamide serums a long time ago and just use a 2% cream and my skin reacts much better nowadays :)
Niacinamide never worked for me, I don’t know why though. I wish it would have brightened my skin and would help with my pores a bit maybe. But meh. Didn’t help at all.
I like to think of products outside of their marketing so I believe this would work out really well as an antioxidant serum for the face. It's huge and would probably last a long time as a "face product." Thought in this way, would turn out quite affordable in the long run.
I use Paula's choice and cera ve skincare exclusively. There is a reason I do...bc they are great products. Super results. You just have to figure out which ones your skin is calling for
I recently watched a video from a skinfluencer that was about some of the things people still fear monger that annoyed him and fragrance was one of them. And he also happened to mention how it's not that common to be allergic to fragrance so people should stop making those who do like fragrance in their skincare feel bad or call out for not making fragrance free products. I think if you like fragrance in your product and aren't affected by it, then more power to you, you do you. However fragrance allergies are really common and I, for one, have experienced the allergy in many different forms and in many different places over the years, it's very annoying. Also for a brand to not include fragrance free option, they are excluding people from using their brand. Yes, there are other brands for them to use, but they shouldn't be forced to.
Hi Dr. Dray. I’m a 58 yo woman with fine lines mainly around my mouth and many on my forehead. I am also prone to acne on my chin and milia. I’ve been washing my face in the shower with Body Merry Glycolic Acid wash, at least 4x/week, and Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing foam at night before bed. I follow my night time routine with LilyAna Naturals Retinol Serum high potency 2.5% Retinol-Niacinamide Hyaluronic Complex which is then followed by Neutragena Rapid Wrinkle Repair. Lately on Tuesday and Saturday nights I have substituted the Retinol Serum and Neutrogena with Derma-E Overnight Peel AHA Exfoliant Facial. My daytime routine consists of Vitamin C oil which is allowed to penetrate before adding my EltaMD sunscreen and Neutragena Rapid Wrinkle Repair. Fast forward to Tuesday. I went to the dermatologist for persistent acne on my chin and occasional breakout on my upper chest and between my shoulders. She asked me to purchase Epionce Purifying Wash and Epionce Lytic Sport TX as well as Winlevi Cream 1%. How do I apply these and still be able to keep up with an anti-aging routine that has worked really well for my sun damaged aging face? Thanks for any insight you may give me.
My daughter and I headed to Chinatown (Philly) the other day and a Korean beauty mart had many sunscreens 30% off. I purchased the Espoir Water Gel (50++++) and it’s great. Very moisturizing but light/cooling and perfect for summer. I want to try the Trader Joe’s sunscreen but when I can get K and J Beauty sunscreens with better filters,, I’m not that motivated even though it’s only $7.99.
I've been using a resveratrol serum lately and its been really nice. Quite 'clarifying' to the skin and I have seen studies showing it blocks blue light when used topically by preventing reactive oxidative species.
Even though many people are tolerant of certain skincare ingredients (inc.botanical & non-botanical fragrance), we have to also be tolerant of those who may not be, and should never be smug. Although I don't wish it upon anyone...anyone can spontaneously develop an irritation to an ingredient that they were otheriwise OK with. Thankfully we have Dr Dray's vast back catalogue of videos to refer to, either for ourselves, or to help out others. Although my skin is not sensitive, I still like to know that there are fragrance free options out there, particually for leave-on products. Dr Dray never pushes her beliefs on anyone and rightly leaves it up to us to make up our own minds about the facts. 👱♀️❤
The thing is she has a huge influence and those of us who like fragrance are having a hard time finding products that smell good. If my face cream has plants and flowers in it I want to smell them! Not to mention 1% of people develop allergies to fragrance. Why are 1% of the population dictating the market? Ridiculous. It is what Dr.Dray learned in school and she won't budge. Pisses me off.
I guessed it would be clear! I ordered the 5% niacinamide+5% panthenol body serum a few days ago but plan on using it for my face (I assume this is fine). It was a pleasant surprise to find a niacinamide serum with 2-5% - PC's/other brands' niacinamide are usually 10 - 20% which I know are unnecessary percentages and potentially irritating from your previous videos. I also liked this has panthenol too and recently saw your video about panthenol.
With all the cosmetics and skin care products available now, I'm glad I've found what products keep my skin happy 🥰 Thank you Dr Dray for sharing your knowledge with us, very much appreciated😊 Just some information to share about Paula's choice... in June 2021, Unilever acquired Paula's choice skincare.
Some of us do have sensitivities to fragrance, it's annoying but true. When I was working as an actor, I had a bad case of contact dermatitis to scented laundry detergent and softener and had to perform onstage with bumpy, flaky skin - our makeup artist was able to cover the redness but told me texture was impossible to cover! That was a mild reaction, I've had worse.
Always surprised when people think PC is expensive and overpriced. In my opinion they are more affordable (and better overall) compared to many or most brands at Sephora for example. And PC constantly has 20% off sales too. Best customer service. Yes I’m a die hard PC fan and have been for years. Will forever repurchase the 2% bha liquid. In my opinion the peach slices bha toner didn’t come close.
We all choose what we spend our money on, and because Paulas Choice has worked fabulously on my skin, I chose to spend my money with them. I will be a spend thrift elsewhere. I’m not opposed to looking at other skincare options, it’s just when you find something that works beyond what you imagined-you tend to keep on using it.
Honestly, Paula's Choice is one of the few companies that I trust. I can count on their products being free from fragrance, essential oils, denatured alcohol, and other skin-sensitising ingredients - which can be mentally exhausting trying to find products that are formulated without these ingredients. Plus, all of her products are rich in antioxidants and are evidence-based. Yes, it's a little pricey - but oh so worth it.
Still so thankful for the tip of using my benzoyl peroxide face wash under my arms. I almost never feel the need to put deodorant on down unless I’m really sweating and I have a lot less irritation under my arms which I used to struggle with especially after any kind of hair removal. Best trick ever and it really works!
I’m immediately thinking that I might actually want that product for my arms and legs, specifically the kp I have and the scars, darkness and redness that comes along with it.
Honestly, considering the HUGE offer and demand of skincare products and the "money pinching" times that you are so rightfully alluding to, I cannot see myself investing in anything else other than Tretinoin (plus 4% niacinamide), a good basic moisturizer that agrees with your skin and lots of sunscreen. Every few months I do a cycle of hydroquinone to target hyperpigmentation and that's that. At this point, I only get excited about good suncreen formulas! Invest your hard earned money on stuff that really works. At almost 50 I am enjoying the best skin that I've ever had thanks to simplicity and effectiveness.
Allergies are very real reality. My husband has never been allergic to anything until he was about 65 years old. Now I have to wash his clothes with fragrance free laundry detergent, no dryer sheets that are scented- nothing. Otherwise, he will be extremely itchy all over his body. He never had this issue his entire life until he was older. You can grow into allergies. Especially to soaps. I can’t use hand soaps anymore they cause contact dermatitis on my hands. I have only found TWO BRANDS that I can use on my hands all day long.
Oh, those dryer sheets are so scented. I can smell them as soon as I walk down the dryer sheet area! What kind of dryer sheets do you use that have no scent? Thanks!
I’m wondering what else it could be, everyone in my family has become sensitive to fragranced products. I use Ecos detergent and Seventh Generation dryer sheets, both fragrance free. I also use those wool dryer balls.
Bounce makes fragrance free dryer sheets, but honestly for him, I don’t use any dry sheets at all. I use unscented Tide detergent and unscented Downy fabric softener on his clothes. I wish I knew what was in hand soap that I’m allergic to- It’s NOT THE SCENT! I have found two brands, Fruits and Passion (Canadian brand) and Alaffia ( a company that specializes in African black soap. I use their “Authentic African black soap all in one” as a hand soap. They make a “foaming” hand soap that I am allergic to. ) that make a hand soap I can use all day without my hands breaking out. The soaps are fragranced but it doesn’t bother me. It’s something else! What it is? IDK I have tried EVERY brand in the stores- all of them and I am allergic to all.
I love Paula’s Choice products. My challenge is that this is a tough time to spend $$ and even using a 20% off coupon some of their products are too expensive. But I have to say their formulations are just beautiful. I may be able to get cheaper products that do the same thing, but chances are they won’t feel as nice as PC and the packaging won’t be as nice. So depends on what I’m looking for if I go for PC or something else.
Thank you for ALWAYS pointing out the fragrance Dr. Dray. I literally break out in hives everytime I use fragrance on my body. It is so common. I am also super sensitive to niacinamide and hate the way it makes my skin feel.
I was looking for a body lotion with urea and was looking through reviews on Amazonian. One of the reviews for Eucerin Complete Repair Plus Moisturizing Lotion said that they purchased it because you recommended it.😄
Hey Dr. Dray, do you think that you could make a video about how to sanitize hats, helmets, and sports pads for people that have acne? I've developed really bad acne on my face, scalp, and back from wearing sports equipment which is really hard to clean properly. Thanks.
I have been using Paula's choice for many year, I am 52 and people fall on their butts when I tell them. They think I am 35. When I am with hubby they think I am his daughter lol. I kid you not her stuff works. I use the retinol, the serum and bha exfoliant. The biggest advice is to prevent aging.i have use SPF since my 20's everyday all year round and I do not tan. Once a week I use her moisture mask. I use Clinique lotion everyday as well. I have very few wrinkles. If you care for your skin and prevent aging.
I love what you need and do not need...I am 69 yrs old no work done..Take very good care of my skin..It's right we are all going to age.Mentally can we hanle it . My mother and grandmother's did..Socially.NO. I do everything I can for my skin to stay healthy..I am with you you...Stay strong and live on...
Este LauderBought out Paula’s Choice. Made product size smaller cost more and added an eye cream. Paula always said eye cream is not needed, use your moisturizer.
I use Paula’s Choice sunscreens, my face is very finicky about sunscreen and theirs jives with my skin perfectly. I’ve had some pretty bad reaction to product on my face in the past, so when I find something that is effective and plays nice with my skin, I stick with it.
I've been looking for an unfragranced niacinamide body lotion with at least 5% niacinamide. The only one I found is cetaphil but they don"t specify the percentage of niacinamide. I might try the PC one when they have a 20% off sale. It will be good to have one I can use on my face and body.
A bit of an angry vlog, but I have learned so much from Dr. Dray, Cerave all the way for me…with a little Cetaphil thrown in the mix. I find all of Neutrogenia’s products too drying at my age. Just purchased Paula’s choice mineral sunscreen…love it, no cast and gentle on the eyes.
I am with you. I love Paula's Choice Calm Collection, it works well on my sensitive skin. I tried Cetaphil and Cerave for less cost but they have Niacinamide in everything and my skin does not handle it well. So back to Paula's Choice for me. I can use a little Niacinamide so I use the Vichy Prebiotic Serum a couple times a week. Thanks for your video again.
To anyone that might be reading this, I wish that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, the doubt exit your mind right now. May clarity replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life... even tho current times are challenging and some of you might go through tough times now I sincerely wish everyone that happiness enters your hearts and let all the stress and sadness vanish out of your life...as you know nothing in life is ever easy, but what's important is that you keep going! you're worthy of love and happiness, never allow anyone to tell you otherwise! It can be extra hard sometimes but stay strong and hang in there, your life matters, no one can replace you, I'm thankful you're born and I'm sure your struggles will pass soon! I wish all of you plenty of health and strength during these tough times. remember you are strong, you got this! never forget that! sending much love over towards all of you, May god or whatever you might believe in bless you the way you need it to! ♥️🌟
Dr D do you have any suggestions on body cream with 5% niacin amide and really good moisturization for the body, even something to help the skin barrier. I have such dry skin I can take a knife and scrap the dry skin off; I know bad rite. Thanks for all in information you give us .
Hi Dr. Dray! Just to note that the sound quality in the bathroom is not very good. I really prefer listening to your videos when you record in your living room. I love your content and have learned so much from listening. Thank you!
THANK YOU! Thank you for calling out Paula's Choice. Some of their products are "gussied up" even though there are so many cheaper alternatives--quality too!
I do agree they have too many products trying to address every trend/hype but I think for some people this product is useful. I'm pregnant then will be breastfeeding and there aren't many safe ingredients to address my melasma. I would use this on my neck and armpits and other sensitive areas which have dark patches now
Can you please do a video / or just mention in a video about how to minimise scarring after a surgery, which in my case would be breast augmentation? Is there a way to get rid of the scarring / really minimise them? Would appreciate. Have a good day Dr Dray
I think I’m going to purchase the niacinamide because I do have hyperpigmentation in a sensitive area and I might alternate it with the pigmentclar (brightening foaming cream cleanser) from la roche Posay and 10% azelaic acid from Paula’s choice…. I’m also using the weightless body treatment 2% BHA (salicylic acid + antioxidants ) ….. is it too much???
Hi Dr Dray I find the PC body moisturisers work great on my very dry skin for the face - much bigger size and therefore better value. I would like to try this one, as my skin tolerates 5% niacinamide much better than higher percentages and the shea with non fragrant plant oils are always a star ingredient for me. For some reason PC products don't irritate my hypersensitive, rosacea and eczema prone skin and their body butter works great as a thick/occlusive night cream for me in the colder months - I like the clinical ultra dry face moisturiser during the day, as it has no greasy residue. Using the larger sized body products allows me to slather on enough to keep my skin comfortable, without worrying it will only last a month like a 50ml product can. This particular serum looks like an extra moisture layer without being too heavy and at that size will last on the face/neck/chest for a decent length of time. I don't use these things on the body - I go through vats of moisturiser on my extremely dry/eczema prone body skin and use something far more affordable twice a day or sometimes more - I am so so dry and it's been worse now I'm in true menopause. All in all this is something I will probably buy/try for the face, but not for the body. Best wishes.
I know I don't know her but yet I do love her, (is that weird?!) dearly. She goes through things with a fine tooth comb and I'm personally so grateful. Thanks, Love ♥️🇺🇲
Your analysis on "serum" marketing is on the mark - when I see opaque, the word "lotion" pops into my mind....just sayin'..... "woa...slow your row..."
Happy Sunday geeks and peeps. I need to watch The Pursuit of Happyness for tomorrow's midterm. I watched that movie more than a decade ago gosh how time flies. Bought It's Skin's Li effector, looking forward to using it.
@@DrDrayzday I checked the reformulated product's inci list, and there is technically no added fragrance but there are some plant oils and and ingredients that also works as a perfuming agent 😅
I have been using PC since 1998. I have loved it but they have raised their price too much for me. I reached my tipping point and I found your channel and I have dropped every PC product. I am mostly using Cereve and I am very happy!
I did exactly the same thing after watching Dr. Dray! For years, Paula's Choice was the only place I could find great products for oily skin without fragrance. But now there are lots of options. I am also a huge Cereve fan.
For colorescience flex, do you just apply another sunscreen over it throughout the day? Like their powder or something? Because I imagine that sunscreen isn't going to layer well - at least not multiple times - since it's more foundation-like.
Love your vlogs! I been using Paula's Choice tinted moisturizer for years. I have noticed a difference, and changed to Dr Denese what is your opinion on her products! Your skin is beautiful!
I cannot use any scented products under my arms. It will be itchy city under there if I do. As for niacinamide, not very many of the products I use have niacinamide in them that I know of, but I have been using Avene Trixera and Tolerance collection of moisturizers, so I have the Ordinary Niacinamide Zinc. It causes no irritation at all.
Can you talk about the layering of products and how that affects the ingredient percentages? For example, if you, as you said, use a toner, serum and moisturizer all with niacinamide each at 2-5%, how much niacinamide are you really putting on?
Paula's Choice pro tip: Buy the body versions of their exfoliants instead of the face ones.
Their "body" exfoliants have the same active ingredients at the same concentrations as their facial products, but in much larger bottles for much less per unit. For example, I've been using their BHA 2% "body" treatment on my face for some time now with great results. I just use a small amount. The "body" exfoliant is $28 for 210ml, whereas the "facial" BHA lotion is $32 for 100ml. This works out to about a 58% savings. I believe that this is the kind of savvy shopping that Paula would approve of 😂
I did that with Drunk Elephant's 10% glycolic body lotion!
Me too! Huge savings.
Yup!! That’s really how they get you! Especially for ppl who aren’t aware of skin care ingredients. Once you’re educated on stuff like that, you really can use anything anywhere 🤣 I’ve bought so many mini/ travel sizes versions of big body lotions/creams and use it for my face for $2 from drug stores!
@@ashhadrien9097 yeah like I realized the cerave "face" moisturizer has an almost identical ingredients list to their big tub of generic moisturizer. I buy the big tub now.
I love, love, LOVE that you say Paula would approve. She so would! Hahaha.
PC is the first brand that I’ve ever been motivated to use consistently from my results, but I avoid the “trend” ingredient products and just stick with the ones that work for me. They also run 20%+ sales often so you can typically get them at a discount. (And I figure it’s more affordable in the end if I’m actually using the product up Vs. contantly trying/getting rid of drugstore that doesn’t work for me.) I love all the guidance from your videos though, so helpful to navigate through all the products regardless of where you buy them! ❤️
"because, what is this...IT'S A LOTION!" don't know why the rant about the word serum made me laugh so much. never change, dr. dray😄
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Yes, Dr Dray gets all sassy and gangsta in her bathroom with her muscle t-shirt!
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I think Paula's Choice still has some great formulas in their line, but I'm disappointed over all with the direction the brand is taking. What attracted me to it in the first place was the influence of Paula Begoun. Her whole philosophy as a consumer advocate for skincare and beauty products was very no nonsense and focusing on saving consumers time and money by cutting out unnecessary and gimmicky products. Now instead of having a simple product range to target specific concerns, there's just so much fluff. The brand is becoming what it was trying to respond against in the first place and engages in many of the marketing tactics Paula herself has criticized.
I do still buy their 2% BHA body treatment which I love for my KP and ingrowns. I actually use a small dab of this on my face as well instead of buying a separate facial exfoliant serum. It's the same active ingredient at the same concentration, but because it's a "body" treatment you get a way bigger bottle that lasts forever!
Agree! I’ve been using that line for years before it became more mainstream. I like simple and straightforward. I use the niacinamide and vitamin c bc it’s one of the best on the market.
I agree, Paula sold her company to Unilever. This is probably why it’s taking a different turn
Yeah I've been using Paula's Choice products for over 15 years... And I really love them but the prices just keep climbing and the products just keep getting more gimmicky.
Still I religiously buy the:
Cleansing oil
Clear cleanser
1% retinol booster
2% BHA (I prefer the resist BHA for oily skin)
Shine stopper
Those are all on my holy grail list so I'll continue to buy... But if I could find a less expensive replacement that I love, I definitely would switch!
@@leeaskew One of the most polluting companies, definitely no eco conscious, test on animals etc. I love PC, but the prices have increased dramatically and instead of a simple daily skin regime, they now own hundreds of products, some very similar, and even eye creams. Use a thicker moisturizet, that's what Paula used to say. But the temptation of $$$$
@Trinity M I'm 30 lol
I love Paula’s Choice. It’s totally changed my skin.
That serum actually sounds pretty nice to me personally. I know niacinamide is in a lot of products, but I at least appreciate how they disclose the percentage and it is within the ballpark for good results. Some products don't disclose it. I'd consider buying it and using it for my face 🤷♀️it's also a pretty big bottle to use for the face. I wouldn't use it for the body
Yeah I think it is actually a good value for a facial moisturizer
As a dental hygienist I’m also often accused of “fear mongering” when I explain the horrors of not flossing. Trust the professionals! We are trying to help you! Keep sharing the truth and educating the public! 😊💜
How does one floss correctly? Ty
Lol do u live in MA
Thank you for calling out misinformation without bashing the person/people who reinforce said misinformation. Not something you see often on this platform. Have a great day!
Yep!
“We don’t need anymore niacinamide serum on this planet!” 😂
It’s our DRAY OF SUNSHINE ☀️
Well, to be honest I love Paula’s Choice and I really appreciate their skin care. BUT(!) my biggest issue when it comes to this brand is how expensive their products are…. I only buy the BHA liquid exfoliant and the AHA lotion exfoliant regularly, that’s it. Because I can’t afford more from that brand.
I love Paulas choice but yea they are expensive. The only thing I really buy from the website is their calming toner. I love how it calms my skin especially at the end of the night when I do my skincare routine. I really want to try the vitamin c booster. And it was 25% off but I didn't purchase maybe in the future
the bha liquid is the bomb. i like the gel too for winter, and it has a pump so it lasts 3-4 times longer than the liquid.
I buy the chemical exfoliate and the vitamin c serum
@@arasharfa they have it in a gel? Same results?
I stopped using PC and switched to Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating Toner, and I think it does about the same job. It also has lactic acid and glycolic acid as well and its only $10.
Dr Dray is correct -- I developed skin allergies to fragrances in my mid 50's. She speaks the truth. Happy 4th Dr. Dray and everyone 💖!!
Me too, very suddenly too. I have to watch ingredients now and need emollients for my dry skin.
@@lisawillis3 yes, the onset can be sudden! I too have to be very careful now, both with skincare products and especially makeup. I saw an allergist and discovered I am allergic to various other things too, including fragrances.
@@franameri6590 ugh, I don’t know what happened to me but I contracted dermatitis on my face over the winter to products I have used without issue and suddenly had a reaction. I had to throw away my Paula’s choice resist aha/bha exfoliating lotion and was afraid to use the 1% retinol because I seemed to have a reaction to both. I stopped using them together and tried using them separately and the aha exfoliator made my eyes almost swell shut and my skin itched like crazy. I’m super careful and now buy things marked for sensitive skin. Stinks!!
Happy 4th
Greetings Fran Ameri hope u r well n Happy Sunday😀👍💜….
It's true. My fragrance sensitivity started with scented antiperspirant. I developed awful rashes. I now cannot tolerate any skincare products with fragrance, synthetic or naturally derived.
Happy Sunday Dr. Dray! :)
Niacinamide is in most creams,serums, spfs. I stopped buying niacinamide serums a long time ago and just use a 2% cream and my skin reacts much better nowadays :)
Niacinamide never worked for me, I don’t know why though. I wish it would have brightened my skin and would help with my pores a bit maybe. But meh. Didn’t help at all.
@@orwellianpepe7660 Sometimes it irritates my skin too and I get a small rash, 2% seems to be perfect for me, but I'm always cautious
I like to think of products outside of their marketing so I believe this would work out really well as an antioxidant serum for the face. It's huge and would probably last a long time as a "face product." Thought in this way, would turn out quite affordable in the long run.
I was thinking the same thing. It’s like a lightweight moisturizer/serum
I use Paula's choice and cera ve skincare exclusively. There is a reason I do...bc they are great products. Super results. You just have to figure out which ones your skin is calling for
Me too
Opaque mixed with translucent like gel cream almost like the nettrogeba hydro boost body cream with hylaronic acid
I recently watched a video from a skinfluencer that was about some of the things people still fear monger that annoyed him and fragrance was one of them. And he also happened to mention how it's not that common to be allergic to fragrance so people should stop making those who do like fragrance in their skincare feel bad or call out for not making fragrance free products. I think if you like fragrance in your product and aren't affected by it, then more power to you, you do you. However fragrance allergies are really common and I, for one, have experienced the allergy in many different forms and in many different places over the years, it's very annoying. Also for a brand to not include fragrance free option, they are excluding people from using their brand. Yes, there are other brands for them to use, but they shouldn't be forced to.
I really like Trader Joe’s new daily spf… it’s dupe for the unseen sunscreen supergoop.
What is your number one recommendation to treat dark spots?
Hi Dr. Dray. I’m a 58 yo woman with fine lines mainly around my mouth and many on my forehead. I am also prone to acne on my chin and milia. I’ve been washing my face in the shower with Body Merry Glycolic Acid wash, at least 4x/week, and Elemis Superfood Cica Calm Cleansing foam at night before bed. I follow my night time routine with LilyAna Naturals Retinol Serum high potency 2.5% Retinol-Niacinamide Hyaluronic Complex which is then followed by Neutragena Rapid Wrinkle Repair. Lately on Tuesday and Saturday nights I have substituted the Retinol Serum and Neutrogena with Derma-E Overnight Peel AHA Exfoliant Facial. My daytime routine consists of Vitamin C oil which is allowed to penetrate before adding my EltaMD sunscreen and Neutragena Rapid Wrinkle Repair. Fast forward to Tuesday. I went to the dermatologist for persistent acne on my chin and occasional breakout on my upper chest and between my shoulders. She asked me to purchase Epionce Purifying Wash and Epionce Lytic Sport TX as well as Winlevi Cream 1%. How do I apply these and still be able to keep up with an anti-aging routine that has worked really well for my sun damaged aging face? Thanks for any insight you may give me.
We love a sassy Dr. Dray. It’s giving 7 years ago dray videos lol
I love that Dr. Dray always says the true!
My daughter and I headed to Chinatown (Philly) the other day and a Korean beauty mart had many sunscreens 30% off. I purchased the Espoir Water Gel (50++++) and it’s great. Very moisturizing but light/cooling and perfect for summer. I want to try the Trader Joe’s sunscreen but when I can get K and J Beauty sunscreens with better filters,, I’m not that motivated even though it’s only $7.99.
I need to try Espoir
It sounds like a fun day!
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I've been using a resveratrol serum lately and its been really nice. Quite 'clarifying' to the skin and I have seen studies showing it blocks blue light when used topically by preventing reactive oxidative species.
Even though many people are tolerant of certain skincare ingredients (inc.botanical & non-botanical fragrance), we have to also be tolerant of those who may not be, and should never be smug. Although I don't wish it upon anyone...anyone can spontaneously develop an irritation to an ingredient that they were otheriwise OK with. Thankfully we have Dr Dray's vast back catalogue of videos to refer to, either for ourselves, or to help out others. Although my skin is not sensitive, I still like to know that there are fragrance free options out there, particually for leave-on products. Dr Dray never pushes her beliefs on anyone and rightly leaves it up to us to make up our own minds about the facts.
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The thing is she has a huge influence and those of us who like fragrance are having a hard time finding products that smell good. If my face cream has plants and flowers in it I want to smell them! Not to mention 1% of people develop allergies to fragrance. Why are 1% of the population dictating the market? Ridiculous. It is what Dr.Dray learned in school and she won't budge. Pisses me off.
I guessed it would be clear! I ordered the 5% niacinamide+5% panthenol body serum a few days ago but plan on using it for my face (I assume this is fine). It was a pleasant surprise to find a niacinamide serum with 2-5% - PC's/other brands' niacinamide are usually 10 - 20% which I know are unnecessary percentages and potentially irritating from your previous videos. I also liked this has panthenol too and recently saw your video about panthenol.
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With all the cosmetics and skin care products available now, I'm glad I've found what products keep my skin happy 🥰 Thank you Dr Dray for sharing your knowledge with us, very much appreciated😊 Just some information to share about Paula's choice... in June 2021, Unilever acquired Paula's choice skincare.
Oh wow! That makes so much sense. Unilever is a terrible corporation.
Some of us do have sensitivities to fragrance, it's annoying but true. When I was working as an actor, I had a bad case of contact dermatitis to scented laundry detergent and softener and had to perform onstage with bumpy, flaky skin - our makeup artist was able to cover the redness but told me texture was impossible to cover! That was a mild reaction, I've had worse.
Always surprised when people think PC is expensive and overpriced. In my opinion they are more affordable (and better overall) compared to many or most brands at Sephora for example. And PC constantly has 20% off sales too. Best customer service. Yes I’m a die hard PC fan and have been for years. Will forever repurchase the 2% bha liquid. In my opinion the peach slices bha toner didn’t come close.
We all choose what we spend our money on, and because Paulas Choice has worked fabulously on my skin, I chose to spend my money with them. I will be a spend thrift elsewhere. I’m not opposed to looking at other skincare options, it’s just when you find something that works beyond what you imagined-you tend to keep on using it.
Honestly, Paula's Choice is one of the few companies that I trust. I can count on their products being free from fragrance, essential oils, denatured alcohol, and other skin-sensitising ingredients - which can be mentally exhausting trying to find products that are formulated without these ingredients. Plus, all of her products are rich in antioxidants and are evidence-based. Yes, it's a little pricey - but oh so worth it.
same with cerave
Please do a video on body sunscreens that don’t stain your clothes!
Still so thankful for the tip of using my benzoyl peroxide face wash under my arms. I almost never feel the need to put deodorant on down unless I’m really sweating and I have a lot less irritation under my arms which I used to struggle with especially after any kind of hair removal. Best trick ever and it really works!
Me too! 2 years now w only benzoyl H2O2 under my arms! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Pc is my holy grail. Am actually enjoying wearing her spf 30 blue sunscreen it’s the best and a game changer in my skin care regimen
"Dude ....I can't even". This is why we love you. 😁
Can you review Gateway Beauty?? by Catherine Mcbroom please 💘
Hi Dr. Dray, Happy Sunday!! Missed your vlogs with your mom and tybee.
Happy Sunday
I’m immediately thinking that I might actually want that product for my arms and legs, specifically the kp I have and the scars, darkness and redness that comes along with it.
If you try it let me know what you think
PC's body serum may be expensive, but there aren't a lot of body lotions with 5% niacinamide out on the market.
I use the Hello Grape flavor for my toddler, I never thought of trying it myself!
Honestly, considering the HUGE offer and demand of skincare products and the "money pinching" times that you are so rightfully alluding to, I cannot see myself investing in anything else other than Tretinoin (plus 4% niacinamide), a good basic moisturizer that agrees with your skin and lots of sunscreen. Every few months I do a cycle of hydroquinone to target hyperpigmentation and that's that. At this point, I only get excited about good suncreen formulas!
Invest your hard earned money on stuff that really works. At almost 50 I am enjoying the best skin that I've ever had thanks to simplicity and effectiveness.
I use fragrance on my body I enjoy smelling nice but I don’t use any fragrance on my face
Allergies are very real reality. My husband has never been allergic to anything until he was about 65 years old. Now I have to wash his clothes with fragrance free laundry detergent, no dryer sheets that are scented- nothing. Otherwise, he will be extremely itchy all over his body. He never had this issue his entire life until he was older.
You can grow into allergies. Especially to soaps. I can’t use hand soaps anymore they cause contact dermatitis on my hands. I have only found TWO BRANDS that I can use on my hands all day long.
Yep! This is so true
Yeah allergic contact dermatitis to fragrance is pretty common
Oh, those dryer sheets are so scented. I can smell them as soon as I walk down the dryer sheet area! What kind of dryer sheets do you use that have no scent? Thanks!
I’m wondering what else it could be, everyone in my family has become sensitive to fragranced products. I use Ecos detergent and Seventh Generation dryer sheets, both fragrance free. I also use those wool dryer balls.
Bounce makes fragrance free dryer sheets, but honestly for him, I don’t use any dry sheets at all. I use unscented Tide detergent and unscented Downy fabric softener on his clothes.
I wish I knew what was in hand soap that I’m allergic to- It’s NOT THE SCENT! I have found two brands, Fruits and Passion (Canadian brand) and Alaffia ( a company that specializes in African black soap. I use their “Authentic African black soap all in one” as a hand soap. They make a “foaming” hand soap that I am allergic to. ) that make a hand soap I can use all day without my hands breaking out. The soaps are fragranced but it doesn’t bother me. It’s something else! What it is? IDK I have tried EVERY brand in the stores- all of them and I am allergic to all.
Happy Sunday Dr Dray...see you tomorrow x💙🤩
Hi Paula! Much love to you and your family.
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I love this women You have so much knowledge Thanks!
I love Paula’s Choice products. My challenge is that this is a tough time to spend $$ and even using a 20% off coupon some of their products are too expensive. But I have to say their formulations are just beautiful. I may be able to get cheaper products that do the same thing, but chances are they won’t feel as nice as PC and the packaging won’t be as nice. So depends on what I’m looking for if I go for PC or something else.
Thank you for ALWAYS pointing out the fragrance Dr. Dray. I literally break out in hives everytime I use fragrance on my body. It is so common.
I am also super sensitive to niacinamide and hate the way it makes my skin feel.
I was looking for a body lotion with urea and was looking through reviews on Amazonian. One of the reviews for Eucerin Complete Repair Plus Moisturizing Lotion said that they purchased it because you recommended it.😄
Hey Dr. Dray, do you think that you could make a video about how to sanitize hats, helmets, and sports pads for people that have acne? I've developed really bad acne on my face, scalp, and back from wearing sports equipment which is really hard to clean properly. Thanks.
You look so cute today, your hair always grows back so fast, I’m jealous!
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I have been using Paula's choice for many year, I am 52 and people fall on their butts when I tell them. They think I am 35. When I am with hubby they think I am his daughter lol. I kid you not her stuff works. I use the retinol, the serum and bha exfoliant. The biggest advice is to prevent aging.i have use SPF since my 20's everyday all year round and I do not tan. Once a week I use her moisture mask. I use Clinique lotion everyday as well. I have very few wrinkles. If you care for your skin and prevent aging.
Good Afternoon! Thank you for your expert advice! May I ask what music you are playing during your coffee pour please? Thank you again!
Exactly. Marketing is so annoying with the word crap , gimme a break . Thank you Dr Dray !!!!!!💜👌🏻
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Your hair is looking so luscious! Thanks for the video.
I appreciate the authenticity!
I love what you need and do not need...I am 69 yrs old no work done..Take very good care of my skin..It's right we are all going to age.Mentally can we hanle it
. My mother and grandmother's did..Socially.NO. I do everything I can for my skin to stay healthy..I am with you you...Stay strong and live on...
Este LauderBought out Paula’s Choice. Made product size smaller cost more and added an eye cream. Paula always said eye cream is not needed, use your moisturizer.
Happy sunday doctor :) orange really suits you
I love the Paulas Choice Retinol body lotion and it comes in the exact same pump!
I tried using it on my face 😬 the retinol was to strong for me, but it a good buy for the amount you get
I use Paula’s Choice sunscreens, my face is very finicky about sunscreen and theirs jives with my skin perfectly. I’ve had some pretty bad reaction to product on my face in the past, so when I find something that is effective and plays nice with my skin, I stick with it.
We absolutely do not need it! Happy Sunday Dr.Dray and peeps ☕ ☕ 🍵 🍵 ❤️ ❤️
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Please do a video on things that are generally ok to use if you have perioral dermatitis. Xxxx
I've been looking for an unfragranced niacinamide body lotion with at least 5% niacinamide. The only one I found is cetaphil but they don"t specify the percentage of niacinamide. I might try the PC one when they have a 20% off sale. It will be good to have one I can use on my face and body.
They have a 20% sale, I swear almost every single week, just look out for those
A bit of an angry vlog, but I have learned so much from Dr. Dray, Cerave all the way for me…with a little Cetaphil thrown in the mix. I find all of Neutrogenia’s products too drying at my age. Just purchased Paula’s choice mineral sunscreen…love it, no cast and gentle on the eyes.
Thank you Dr. Dray . I use Paula's choice they just sent a ad to me today . Thanks 👍🏾💕 for the info. 💕 🕊️
I am with you. I love Paula's Choice Calm Collection, it works well on my sensitive skin. I tried Cetaphil and Cerave for less cost but they have Niacinamide in everything and my skin does not handle it well. So back to Paula's Choice for me. I can use a little Niacinamide so I use the Vichy Prebiotic Serum a couple times a week. Thanks for your video again.
Video suggestions: how to fix oily skin with dry patches. Or why that happens.
To anyone that might be reading this, I wish that whatever is hurting you or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, the doubt exit your mind right now. May clarity replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life... even tho current times are challenging and some of you might go through tough times now I sincerely wish everyone that happiness enters your hearts and let all the stress and sadness vanish out of your life...as you know nothing in life is ever easy, but what's important is that you keep going!
you're worthy of love and happiness, never allow anyone to tell you otherwise! It can be extra hard sometimes but stay strong and hang in there, your life matters, no one can replace you, I'm thankful you're born and I'm sure your struggles will pass soon! I wish all of you plenty of health and strength during these tough times. remember you are strong, you got this! never forget that!
sending much love over towards all of you, May god or whatever you might believe in bless you the way you need it to!
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Thank you and i wish it to you too❤🌼💚🌼
Thankyou for this message, 💕
Happy Sunday, I think I will try that cleanser. See how it works for me.
Dr D do you have any suggestions on body cream with 5% niacin amide and really good moisturization for the body, even something to help the skin barrier. I have such dry skin I can take a knife and scrap the dry skin off; I know bad rite. Thanks for all in information you give us .
I agree with you, there’s so much of a marketing circus
Hi Dr. Dray! Just to note that the sound quality in the bathroom is not very good. I really prefer listening to your videos when you record in your living room. I love your content and have learned so much from listening. Thank you!
THANK YOU! Thank you for calling out Paula's Choice. Some of their products are "gussied up" even though there are so many cheaper alternatives--quality too!
I do agree they have too many products trying to address every trend/hype but I think for some people this product is useful. I'm pregnant then will be breastfeeding and there aren't many safe ingredients to address my melasma. I would use this on my neck and armpits and other sensitive areas which have dark patches now
I wanted to fade my dark spots which are left due to close comedones few acnes..what should I use?
I agree, the grape toothpaste is my fav!
Can you please do a video / or just mention in a video about how to minimise scarring after a surgery, which in my case would be breast augmentation? Is there a way to get rid of the scarring / really minimise them? Would appreciate. Have a good day Dr Dray
Your niacinamide "rant" is justified! Agreed! Keep those blogs coming!
I think I’m going to purchase the niacinamide because I do have hyperpigmentation in a sensitive area and I might alternate it with the pigmentclar (brightening foaming cream cleanser) from la roche Posay and 10% azelaic acid from Paula’s choice…. I’m also using the weightless body treatment 2% BHA (salicylic acid + antioxidants ) ….. is it too much???
Hi Dr Dray I find the PC body moisturisers work great on my very dry skin for the face - much bigger size and therefore better value. I would like to try this one, as my skin tolerates 5% niacinamide much better than higher percentages and the shea with non fragrant plant oils are always a star ingredient for me. For some reason PC products don't irritate my hypersensitive, rosacea and eczema prone skin and their body butter works great as a thick/occlusive night cream for me in the colder months - I like the clinical ultra dry face moisturiser during the day, as it has no greasy residue. Using the larger sized body products allows me to slather on enough to keep my skin comfortable, without worrying it will only last a month like a 50ml product can. This particular serum looks like an extra moisture layer without being too heavy and at that size will last on the face/neck/chest for a decent length of time. I don't use these things on the body - I go through vats of moisturiser on my extremely dry/eczema prone body skin and use something far more affordable twice a day or sometimes more - I am so so dry and it's been worse now I'm in true menopause. All in all this is something I will probably buy/try for the face, but not for the body. Best wishes.
I know I don't know her but yet I do love her, (is that weird?!) dearly. She goes through things with a fine tooth comb and I'm personally so grateful.
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Your analysis on "serum" marketing is on the mark - when I see opaque, the word "lotion" pops into my mind....just sayin'..... "woa...slow your row..."
hope you guys have a great Sunday
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Happy Sunday geeks and peeps. I need to watch The Pursuit of Happyness for tomorrow's midterm. I watched that movie more than a decade ago gosh how time flies. Bought It's Skin's Li effector, looking forward to using it.
Someone on my IG told me they changed it and added fragrance 😩 Not sure if that is true, I haven’t had a chance to check
@@DrDrayzday The one I got is the old version prior to the reformulation 😀
@@DrDrayzday I checked the reformulated product's inci list, and there is technically no added fragrance but there are some plant oils and and ingredients that also works as a perfuming agent 😅
Paula's Choice love the products
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I love going shopping with you 😍😊
I have been using PC since 1998. I have loved it but they have raised their price too much for me. I reached my tipping point and I found your channel and I have dropped every PC product. I am mostly using Cereve and I am very happy!
I did exactly the same thing after watching Dr. Dray! For years, Paula's Choice was the only place I could find great products for oily skin without fragrance. But now there are lots of options. I am also a huge Cereve fan.
The Sunscreen looks dark on you. Can it be mixed with the non tinted?
For colorescience flex, do you just apply another sunscreen over it throughout the day? Like their powder or something? Because I imagine that sunscreen isn't going to layer well - at least not multiple times - since it's more foundation-like.
I never buy PC it’s too expensive but that looks like a nice product. Does anyone know if you can use vitamin C and niacinamide together?
u can definitely use them together
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I like the one by Avene tinted suncreen SPF 30 its a densifier.
Hi Dr. Dray . Can you please do a video about nails fungus.
Love your vlogs! I been using Paula's Choice tinted moisturizer for years. I have noticed a difference, and changed to Dr Denese what is your opinion on her products! Your skin is beautiful!
Happy Sunday Dr Dray and good wishes for your family ❤❤
Greetings Naddy N hope u r well n Happy Sunday😀👍💜….
Happy Sunday
@@whitneybrown4067 Hey Whitney! Good to hear from you. Keeping well and hope life is good for you in the US 💖😊
Hey Dr Dray! I think your hair would look really cute in it's natural curly state if maybe you'd like to try not straightning it with the blow dryer
Can I use bp wash along with my isntree green tea tonner in my morning ??
I cannot use any scented products under my arms. It will be itchy city under there if I do. As for niacinamide, not very many of the products I use have niacinamide in them that I know of, but I have been using Avene Trixera and Tolerance collection of moisturizers, so I have the Ordinary Niacinamide Zinc. It causes no irritation at all.
I caught the shade towards the one Welsh twin. I forget which one is which.
Mam I want to corporate hadalabo lotion in my night routine. BT it has magnisum ascorbyl phosphate. Can I use it with my tretenoin
Can you talk about the layering of products and how that affects the ingredient percentages? For example, if you, as you said, use a toner, serum and moisturizer all with niacinamide each at 2-5%, how much niacinamide are you really putting on?
What do you use on your hair? It looks so shiny and healthy.