DIY Conductivity Gel - EASY & CHEAP!

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @BeautyIsMyLife
    @BeautyIsMyLife Год назад +12

    I looked at the ingredients in the hyaluronic acid product and it does contain mineral oil but perhaps it's a small enough amount watered down that it doesn't matter. If you ever find another product that doesn't contain oil that's affordable, let us know. I'm so excited that you came up with something, I can't afford to buy new face products continuously.

  • @RahafChocolate
    @RahafChocolate 2 года назад +37

    i put aloe vera gel in a small bottle and add to it a pinch of pink himalayan salt shake it well and use it. When I apply it I do it in parts I don't apply it all over my face frm the start so it doesn't dry. Thank you for sharing your tip!

    • @MR-pj4zj
      @MR-pj4zj Год назад +2

      Hello, why Himalaya salt?

    • @MR-pj4zj
      @MR-pj4zj Год назад +1

      Fantastic

    • @remas2412
      @remas2412 8 месяцев назад

      Because it contains Minerals

  • @lindaconstantine1844
    @lindaconstantine1844 Год назад +10

    Im using 250ml glycerin mixed with 5 - 6 drops magnesium,, magic all the minerals included glides brilliant last ages all products purchased from amazon all recommended by beauticians and consultants xxx

    • @Rolzroyse
      @Rolzroyse Год назад +2

      Are you saying "magnesium magic" for the minerals? Where do I buy that. You say 5-6 drops but all I can find to buy is a pill form. Thanks for any info

    • @lindaconstantine1844
      @lindaconstantine1844 Год назад +2

      I got mine from amazon and the glycerine, i personally swear by it, goid luck

    • @luv2travel2000
      @luv2travel2000 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@lindaconstantine1844So I can use glycerine for microcurrent? I thought I had to use a gel.

    • @sayuriisme9728
      @sayuriisme9728 8 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for sharing this, I use the ZIIP halo and their conducting gel is so luxurious and SO expensive! I looked at the ingredients and the first two are glycerin and water! I’m definitely trying your recipe!

    • @remas2412
      @remas2412 8 месяцев назад

      Buy magnesium salt flakes at a natural food store take 1 cup of that then add 2 cups of distilled water boil it til it melts then cool down add to empty bottle

  • @MLESAMAN
    @MLESAMAN 10 месяцев назад +4

    Thank you for sharing your DIY Conductivity Gel. I've researched and will work with the ratios to ensure consistency. I will share my results. Always looking forward to watching your channel.

  • @redirish223
    @redirish223 2 года назад +28

    Been watching you for awhile now. This is the first time Im commenting. I have to tell you how you've helped me dive into a skin care routine. Ive gotten quite a few devices, (red light therpy, laser, radio frequency, micro current) and a standard serum routine...... thanks to you! Like you, I was not one for taking care of myself (my skin, my diet...etc). I basically took care of everyone else. I started watching your channel, I think 3 years or so. Wow, that flew by and it sparked something inside me. Ive been working on me ever since. I workout 6 days a week and "try" to eat well, and with your guidance and encouragement...yes you... I've looking great. Im sure Im not the only one thats said this, but I appreciate all you do for us 60 somethings. Ive watched other gals on youtube, but I always enjoy your way of presenting your information. Its like listening to a friend. Thanks so much.🥰

  • @CS-ow4gl
    @CS-ow4gl Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for saving me money because the nebulyft gel is expensive and small !!!

  • @ginakim764
    @ginakim764 2 года назад +5

    I really like this info video! I just think it’s important to note the colloidal minerals you list does contain an ingredient: potassium benzoate. While this compound is approved for use in many countries, it has come under scrutiny for its possible side effects. They range from severe allergic reactions to hyperactivity to an increased risk of cancer. FYI.

  • @luv2travel2000
    @luv2travel2000 8 месяцев назад +3

    📝😍 Conductivity gel recipe:
    Organic aloe vera gel
    Mist with: Distilled water, a small amount of minerals (for conductivity) and hyaluronic acid.

    • @seaweedgirl23
      @seaweedgirl23 5 дней назад

      Mineral that can be added are Epsom Salt (Magnesium)

  • @hmaghran49
    @hmaghran49 Год назад +1

    Didn't work on Tripollar Stop VX. I had to use glycerin, but glad it worked on other RF devices.

  • @lucinacastillo7362
    @lucinacastillo7362 Год назад +2

    Can i use organic alovera gel?

  • @souphunsaker339
    @souphunsaker339 2 года назад +3

    What about using mineral water rather than distilled?

  • @texassews535
    @texassews535 2 года назад +6

    Just wanted you to know, Kimberly, that I ordered and received everything i needed for the DIY Microcurrent Gel. Today I made it, and it was fabulous!!! It is the best of any I’ve tried from VERY expensive to very cheap. It stayed moist longer than any too. Thank you so much for the recipe. It is fabulous!!!

  • @Kuromamebeanie
    @Kuromamebeanie 2 года назад +5

    I recently discovered your channel, I enjoy all the videos!! Haha Labo products are wonderful, aren’t they? Hada Labo is a Japanese company. I see them in my local Asian stores now, I am so happy!

  • @seaweedgirl23
    @seaweedgirl23 5 дней назад +1

    Why can't you mix the aloe vera gel into the bottle as well?

  • @JustineDodd
    @JustineDodd 2 года назад +4

    I love this idea! Here's a question ~ would colloidal silver alone do to enable conductivity? I already have a huge bottle of that 😊

  • @annied5819
    @annied5819 2 года назад +5

    Thank you sooooo much for this! Stopped using my NuFace because of the expense of gel, Back to it now, I really appreciate it!

    • @jojolina71
      @jojolina71 2 года назад

      Very great recepey indeed! Just wanted to say that the most simple ultrasound gel (very inexpensive as well) will just do fine too. Now we have two very cost effective options!

  • @cindylazarek8664
    @cindylazarek8664 2 года назад +4

    Do you think I can get the same results by switching out the Hyaluronic Acid for Glycerin?

  • @sballantine8127
    @sballantine8127 Год назад +1

    I just received my first device, a micro current "wand" late yesterday. Today is Saturday, so I have the time sit down and read all about how to use it. Fortunately, an aesthetician I follow on RUclips (Christine Byer, whom I cannot recommend highly enough for Do It Yourselfers)
    had a sale so I bought it from her and it was just like her to include a small sample size of gel, which is not going to last very long So I started looking for microcurrent gels, and am horrified by how expensive they are, so I cannot thank you enough for doing such excellent research and making this video. AND for including links to the products, which I'm going to order right now. Have subscribed to your channel and will sign up for the newsletter, too.
    Many, many thanks. 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

  • @sherylbeamer7189
    @sherylbeamer7189 2 года назад +12

    Brava and thank you so much Kimberley! I’m almost out of my big Nuface gel and they’ve raised the price for the 10oz bottle to $59! No way do I want to spend that much. This is amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💕💕👑🌟🥰

    • @janekraft1359
      @janekraft1359 2 года назад +1

      Use the ab sonic gel .it says to be use on nuface.

  • @CS-ow4gl
    @CS-ow4gl Месяц назад

    Once you open the large mineral bottle , how do you store it ? Refrigerator ? In shelf ?

  • @gailsmith3699
    @gailsmith3699 2 года назад +1

    This is my recipe;- I put Anagel (from Amazon) into an old hair mask pot and add a layer of Glycerin (cheap from the pharmacy) and stir well with a stick, although it will still dry out, it takes longer before it does.

  • @Lisaloo66
    @Lisaloo66 2 года назад +7

    I’ve been pondering a recipe like this for a long time so THANK YOU Kimberly! I’m in love with the viscosity of this recipe 👏🏼💜

    • @donnacox388
      @donnacox388 2 года назад +1

      Was you HA white and lotion like ?

    • @sballantine8127
      @sballantine8127 Год назад

      @@donnacox388lotions usually have some kind of oil in them, so that lotion is definitely a NO. HLA is clear.

  • @donnasterling8060
    @donnasterling8060 Год назад +1

    I just use aquasonic its about $5 a bottle

  • @shiatsume5
    @shiatsume5 2 года назад +11

    Great! Wonder if you could add the hyalauronic acid to the aloe, either mixing together or layering on from your palm, instead of diluting into your mist bottle. What do you think? And , thanks again for your helpful research and honest commentary about the kinds of products WE(older and wiser) women use!

    • @jovickers5313
      @jovickers5313 2 года назад +6

      I've added the coll minerals and HA to Aloe Vera gel and it works brilliant

    • @lauredulany8212
      @lauredulany8212 2 года назад +1

      @@jovickers5313 could you share measurements? This is all brand new to me, I just got my NuFace!

    • @jovickers5313
      @jovickers5313 2 года назад +3

      @@lauredulany8212 oh dear I simply pour ca 2 tablespoons of the coll min anf 4 Hy Acid to ca 250ml Aloe Vera gel. Sorry I'm not much help, I think trial and error. AV on its own works but adding SOME of the other 2 ingredients is a benefit. Good luck with your nuface, use it daily as the results don't last but do make a difference even on my aging skin

    • @lauredulany8212
      @lauredulany8212 2 года назад +1

      @@jovickers5313 thanks so much! Do you mix it all up and spray it on or use your fingers/brush?

    • @jovickers5313
      @jovickers5313 2 года назад +1

      @@lauredulany8212 some with a brush, or into a pump bottle and pump it directly onto the nuface. Good luck

  • @DSmith-ix1xf
    @DSmith-ix1xf 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for sharing your great recipe. I make my own conductivity gel, basing it on conductivity research. I never thought of adding the hyaluronic acid. I've been layering a HA serum beforehand. Now your idea has saved me a step!

  • @julieyuan6637
    @julieyuan6637 11 месяцев назад

    You have done great job, I am watching many of your videos and really learn a lot from you. Thank you sharing so much good things with us. You are very beautiful woman from inside to outside.

  • @Anikanoteven
    @Anikanoteven Год назад

    Thank you!!!! And thx for the hyaluronic acid brand tip…it’s even on CAD Amazon!! I’m has a beautiful texture.

  • @JulienArbor
    @JulienArbor 2 года назад +11

    Hi Kimberly! The hyaluronic acid you have is from the brand Hada Labo and it’s Japanese. I love the Premium version…it contains SEVEN different weights of HA and it also contains urea. I’ve tried several different Hada Labo products and liked them all, but the Premium is my favorite too. 💕🌸

    • @michy2630
      @michy2630 Год назад

      so good to know. amazon only has the premium available with a 2-bottle purchase. I don't know if this will work for me and onl want 1 bottle. great to know either way. love hada labo products

  • @jburdick8611
    @jburdick8611 Год назад +3

    I was JUST about to order a microcurrent device on Amazon, and was begrudging having to also pay for conductivity gel that I would have to wash off after using the device. Then I came across your DIY video and I'm so glad I did!! This is something that will not only save me money but will increase the benefits of the microcurrent AND nourish my skin! Yay!! Thanks so much! 🙏😊❤

  • @jessiel5131
    @jessiel5131 2 года назад +3

    Thanks! I just started using microcurrent and you really use ALOT of product to keep things moist making it quite expensive. Glad I saw your video =) I was thinking, do u think using mineral water with aloe gel, hyaluronic acid and glycerin would work well? (without the colloidal minerals?)

  • @terwya
    @terwya 2 года назад +3

    I love the Hada Lobo H.A. It feels so good on my skin after I do my Nira treatment. I have the Nuface device but stopped using it awhile ago as I didn't like how their Gel felt on my face I always felt itchy and couldn't wait to get it off. Maybe I'll try your method and start using it again because the device was so expensive.

  • @gaildevotie
    @gaildevotie 10 месяцев назад

    Love this video! Thanks Kimberly 😊

  • @CynsCorner
    @CynsCorner 6 месяцев назад

    The aloe vera gelly has vitamin e oil in it though. I thought we weren't supposed to use oil in our conductivity gel.

  • @bluecurlygirl
    @bluecurlygirl Год назад +1

    Thank you so much for this Kimberley. I just recently bought the new nebulyft after watching you demo it but yes, the cost of the gel would certainly add up quickly. Really appreciate this. I also have some vegetable glycerin which I may add in also for some extra hydration. Thinking of adding in a bit of rose water which I also have a bottle of.

  • @patspice5520
    @patspice5520 Год назад +2

    The hyaluronic acid is a Japanese product. It's called Hada Labo.

  • @SkinObsessedMary
    @SkinObsessedMary 2 года назад +1

    Wow this is pure genius! I love the addition of HA to really drive it into the skin 👏

  • @glamourPUSSAvonBoutique
    @glamourPUSSAvonBoutique 2 года назад

    I will have to order some of those glasses Very nice!

  • @suzanstang3577
    @suzanstang3577 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the recipe. This works great! Do you know of other uses for the colloidal minerals? Like you said, it is a huge bottle, ha.

  • @CynsCorner
    @CynsCorner 3 месяца назад

    Hello again! Is this something that can be used with other devices besides microcurrent? Like with ultrasound or RF such as the Mini Hifu?

  • @christinewilliams6664
    @christinewilliams6664 Год назад

    Thanks for this! Just started using a NuFACE device and I see how expensive the gel is. I will be trying this.

  • @SusanGallien-ei6mk
    @SusanGallien-ei6mk 6 месяцев назад

    Hi. Love your channel. This mix sounds fantastic. Will it work with rf nebulyft and also with myoliftQT plus ? Im excited about this and am waiting to hear back from you before purchasing these ingredients. Thanks so much. Susan

  • @Seri7M
    @Seri7M 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you been working on my own recipe. Love your glasses where did you get em?

  • @aurorapadilla2050
    @aurorapadilla2050 Год назад

    Can the collodial minerals make a person's face blue?

  • @judymorgan289
    @judymorgan289 2 года назад +1

    Love it !! after you buy products you have all you need ,I bought everything thank you for the savings

  • @luv2travel2000
    @luv2travel2000 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your DIY recipe! ❤

  • @Anikanoteven
    @Anikanoteven Год назад

    Well that’s pretty brilliant! Thx!

  • @jolovesminnis
    @jolovesminnis 2 года назад +1

    I like your background! I Love your videos! Thank you!

  • @patbraden4342
    @patbraden4342 Год назад

    Thank you

  • @CherryMaraschino77
    @CherryMaraschino77 9 месяцев назад

    Hello! I'm a new subscriber. My name is Victoria. I recently purchased the NuFACE Mini and the Pure Daily Care NuDerma Clinical High Frequency Wand Ne+Ar Fusion as Christmas gifts for my mom. The NuFACE conductor gel irritated her skin and left it very dry and flaky. It's been over a month, and her skin has returned to normal.
    I came across your channel and would love to make this gel for her. I was able to find most of the items on Amazon from the links you provided. I've got them in my cart. The hyaluronic acid link doesn't seem to work anymore, and I do not know which brand you used. Would it be possible to get a new link or the name of the specific hyaluronic acid you recommended, please? Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. God bless. 🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼

  • @jazs1111
    @jazs1111 Год назад

    I’m using Ion Skin Support. Wondering if this would work as well.

  • @EstherNathalie190
    @EstherNathalie190 2 года назад

    Thank you miss Kim,and i wrote inn for youre newsletter.

  • @mimicain6467
    @mimicain6467 2 года назад +1

    What size bottle are you using for your recipe? 8, 12, or 16 oz? Just a good guess will be fine. I am trying to stick close to your recipe instructions.

  • @Ktbasket
    @Ktbasket 2 года назад +4

    Great video and information Kimberly! I just purchased a large bottle of the Nuface gel but will be trying this out when I am close to running out. Kimberly I also use the Mito Red Light based on your recommendation and found it to be amazing. When I purchased it I also added on the Green Rooibos Pressed Serum and recently had to reorder. I also feel this is very expensive and wondered if you have found a replacement for this one?

    • @crissyanderson6495
      @crissyanderson6495 2 года назад +3

      I use the Isntree Green tea toner. It’s not a replacement for the serum but at least I’m getting some green tea before the LED treatment and it’s more affordable. Hope this helps!

  • @cherylchoo538
    @cherylchoo538 9 месяцев назад

    thats a wonderful tip, do i wash my face after i'm done? or just leave it and apply my facial product afterwards.

  • @denahart484
    @denahart484 Год назад

    Cant wait to try it!

  • @mariawachholz546
    @mariawachholz546 2 года назад +1

    Hi Kimberly, love your videos and your website. You Rock Girl! You have helped me so much! Quick question… Can’t find the Korean hyaluronic acid that you recommend on Amazon. What do you think about using the ordinary brand instead.? Or any other substitute brand you would be willing to mention?
    Thank you again, take care

  • @margareto1600
    @margareto1600 Год назад

    Maybe i missed it, do u rinse it off?
    Thank you, great information, will make it. Im new to Foreo Bear, was interested in microcurrent and wanted ZIIP- sold out, plus they r launching device soon?! I started bear a few days ago, will see😊

  • @marthaflores9444
    @marthaflores9444 Год назад

    Going to saphora And buy my skin care … just a question i have severe dry skin could i used it?

  • @KakashiHamada
    @KakashiHamada Год назад

    Hi dear, can i use any hyualuoric acid without oils ? Should i be looking for a specific type of HA ? I cant find this one near me or could you please suggest one that is easily available?

  • @jovickers5313
    @jovickers5313 2 года назад

    Right in off to my kitchen to make this mixture. Thank you

  • @blessingsoflight
    @blessingsoflight Год назад

    Thank you, I am running out of the gel that came with my nuFace❤❤

  • @gailmortimer3449
    @gailmortimer3449 Год назад

    Does this work for nano current as in Ziip halo?

  • @darcellemason5985
    @darcellemason5985 Год назад

    Do you wash your face afterwards? I’ve seen people say they don’t when using other gels.

  • @TheKmonta
    @TheKmonta 2 года назад +1

    The hyaluronic acid product is not found at the Amazon site you mentioned. I guess I will keep searching :P

  • @cathybyrne9444
    @cathybyrne9444 2 года назад +1

    I have recently been using CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser which has hyaluronic acid plus ceramides. I think it’s conducting as I feel the tingles on my skin. I already have it on hand. Any thoughts on this? Good tip about the distilled water solution. I’ll start doing it. Thanks!

  • @nazeeniranfar2616
    @nazeeniranfar2616 Год назад

    Thank you very much for this great tip 🙏🏻🥰

  • @piscena8990
    @piscena8990 2 года назад

    Ur so adorable! Love this!

  • @arlenesmith4609
    @arlenesmith4609 2 года назад +1

    Can you post a link to a video explaining the devices? Thank you!

    • @PrettyOverFifty
      @PrettyOverFifty  2 года назад +1

      Here's a good overview: ruclips.net/video/DjCM7tP0t4Y/видео.html

  • @marthadunlop5689
    @marthadunlop5689 Год назад

    I just bought the galvanic facial spa from nu skin so can I use this with that?

  • @jvon4965
    @jvon4965 5 месяцев назад

    It says on the Lily of Desert Aloe that it has Vitamin E oil in it...Isn't that considered an oil based? You mentioned that it won't work with oil.

  • @loririddle1196
    @loririddle1196 2 года назад +1

    This is great!! Thanks so much!

  • @MiriamMStone
    @MiriamMStone 2 года назад

    Thanks for this video I was looking this information Nuface gel is to much

    • @janekraft1359
      @janekraft1359 2 года назад

      I' have the nuface, tried aloe vera with salt.... turned to water. Ok use the ab...sonic conductor gel. ....made for nuface....from Amazon.

  • @marikraut
    @marikraut 2 года назад

    Thank you so much! Love your DIYs! So helpful!

  • @martimalaspina6385
    @martimalaspina6385 Год назад

    Hi, I love your videos. Would like to know if you recommend a substitute for the hyaluronic acid you have in your list as that one cannot be found? Thank you.

  • @zoraidaiglesias934
    @zoraidaiglesias934 2 года назад

    Wow. Awesome. I am trying it

  • @rozannakuykendall60
    @rozannakuykendall60 Год назад

    Awesome information!!!

  • @JanTownsend-mu1jz
    @JanTownsend-mu1jz Год назад

    I have mild rosecea and the dermatologist said to stay away from hylarunic acid. Niacinimide breaks out my skin, but I was wondering if you had any suggestions of something else I could use in the spray. My nebulyst is to be delivered next week and I am anxious to have the spray ready. Also does the spray need to be refrigerated between uses? Thank you for being creative!

  • @souphunsaker339
    @souphunsaker339 2 года назад

    I ordered all of the ingred, so now I'm curious what else the colloidial.minerals can do fore and my bone health! I was recently diagnosed with the beginning of osteoporosis and minerals are a great problem in getting enough to maintain bone density. Have any other facts about the minerals??

  • @deliastubbs6243
    @deliastubbs6243 2 года назад

    Hey good morning Kimberly, I love all your videos, thank you so much for your information,
    So I'm wanting to purchase one device to help lift and tone my lower face, my jawls are my problem area, can you please recommend one that will help with that? Thank you so much.

  • @jacquelynwathen8676
    @jacquelynwathen8676 2 года назад

    Huge help in this diy. Thank u

  • @eifionphillips3004
    @eifionphillips3004 2 года назад

    I have aloe vera with hyaluronic acid in and i have spray bottle of colloidal silver if i spray face with colloidal silver then put gel over is that ok? Thank you for the video. Conductive gel burns my skin bad.

  • @elizabethdale8566
    @elizabethdale8566 2 года назад

    Great DIY video. Thank you for sharing.

  • @fyonahsmith3077
    @fyonahsmith3077 2 года назад

    Hi, hope you are well, love your videos, I am just getting my supplies together to make the conductivity gel. When the colloidal minerals arrived It says it is raspberry flavour which implies ingestion, in all other aspects it looks identical to yours. Have I bought the right thing?

  • @mariapereira5689
    @mariapereira5689 2 года назад

    Kimberley thank you for this helpful info. If I’m using this spray, do I still need to apply the aloe Vera gel first? Why wouldn’t this conductivity spray be enough? Thank you 😊

  • @faziletthaha7436
    @faziletthaha7436 2 года назад

    Love this tip!! Thank you. We spend sooooooo much on conductivity gels so this recipe is a huge money saver. Appreciate it.

  • @SpiritWirl_33
    @SpiritWirl_33 2 года назад

    Awesome, thanks so much!!

  • @dianeyoung6628
    @dianeyoung6628 2 года назад

    love it!! Thanks so much!

  • @gaylenerussell1296
    @gaylenerussell1296 2 года назад

    Great information as usual

  • @salliestephens1252
    @salliestephens1252 2 года назад +6

    I used your links and I'm so excited to make my own. Thank you for doing all the work for us Kimberly!

  • @nanastirt8611
    @nanastirt8611 Год назад

    I found everything except the hyaluronic acid serum. Whenever you try to find that page on Amazon, it says sorry page cannot be found. Do you have any other suggestions on how to purchase that exact hyaluronic acid serum that you use?

  • @kristimcwhorter2201
    @kristimcwhorter2201 2 года назад

    I love your DIY's have a great day

  • @jetg3167
    @jetg3167 Год назад +1

    Aloe Vera gel does naturally contain minerals.That’s why some people use it for their face.

  • @gladysgarrity5721
    @gladysgarrity5721 2 года назад +1

    Hi Kimberley thank you for sharing love these DIY videos
    🌺🌸🌹🌼🌸🌺🌹🌼

  • @zoraidaiglesias934
    @zoraidaiglesias934 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing

  • @pinkpowerrangerpv
    @pinkpowerrangerpv Год назад

    would a few drops of lemon juice be a good addition to this diy? lemon conducts electricity well!!

  • @dorisinnes5326
    @dorisinnes5326 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing, Kimberly! I have the Myolift and the gel becomes quite pricey. I love DIY too!

  • @thankfulgrateful9623
    @thankfulgrateful9623 2 года назад

    This looks really great, can't wait to try!!
    Thanks for advising all us ladies 😊

  • @yolandasoro
    @yolandasoro 2 года назад +1

    Wow it sounds really great😍❤🙏🏼

  • @cutevideo7041
    @cutevideo7041 9 месяцев назад

    I could not find this hyaluronic acid on Amazon because it appeared that this product was not currently available. Is there any good alternative? Please reply, thank you.

  • @RH_0817
    @RH_0817 10 месяцев назад

    Does the recipe work for Ziip Halo?

    • @PrettyOverFifty
      @PrettyOverFifty  10 месяцев назад +1

      Yep! But if you use their gel, you may not need it.