I’m korean and I spoken to multiple dermatologist here in korea since I’m curious too haha and I just want to say many do not actually recommend it but if you do remember that koreans use this because we don’t really do micro needling and remember western skin care ingredients is much harsher than korean skin care so if you use this product, please do not use harsh ingredients afterwards 🙇🏻♀️ just a caution and use more calming less harsh ingredients
I’m currently using the Stratia eye cream and I agree it’s a little hard to control the pump. Plus it always first pumps out a little congealed clump with every use, so it doesn’t seem to be very air tight.
Yup I know what you’re talking about! I always locked mine so I’m not sure why it would happen (especially because it only happens sometimes?) very puzzling!
I’ve actually been impressed with the Stratia eye cream as an eye cream 😅 the skin around my eyes is more nourished and the darkness has improved significantly. Though, having more combo-normal skin may play a role; it seems to be too rich for my face (I feel like it fueled break outs 🤷♀️).
this is also exactly how I use Stratia Lipid Gold eye cream. When I was comparing the formulation between the eye cream and the Lipid Gold cream I decided that it made more sense for my skin to use the eye cream this way, in combination with Interface.
I used to use The ordinary in 2020 when they were really popular, but now that every brand has jumped on the actives bandwagon, plus all the K and J Beauty, TO has fallen of the pedestal for me. I fine their products to be either too strong/sting in a lot of cases, or the formula is difficult to use/not elegant/hard to use with other products, and there are better alternatives albeit more expensive for a lot of their stuff
True, I’m gathering that may be a fairly common experience for many folks! There really are so many options out there, and especially with how lovely the textures are on K and J Beauty, TO has a lot of competition!
It’s nice to hear the reasons why you replace certain products w/ others. I’m always trying to improve my basic skincare routine while keeping it simple/manageable. 😏 Do you maintain a regular skincare routine - (not including new/gifted products that you’re testing) w/ products that have proven to be effective?
Alice, Have you ever tried any of the Timeless serums? They have very well formulated and transparent when it comes to percentages peptide serums and also one called Coenzyme Q10 which has 8% of Matrixyl 3000 and Q10 2% (scientifically proven to be effective in antiaging), I wonder if you liked them more than Buffet? The price is super comparable around 25, but a tiny bit more ecpensive, however, I think that is justified by the added 2% of Q10, oh also aloe vera in the formula that would suit your skin type, I assume:)
@@paulayarbrough6930 What results do you see and how would you compare it to the ORdinary Peptide serums?:)) also do you layer Synthe with Q10? I saw Timeless says not to and I was annyed by it, since it would make such a perfect routine!:>
@@ainakunigelyte I just started using them so I can't say yet as far as wrinkles/anti aging goes but what I will say is...Both are hydrating and the textures will surprise you. The Matrixyl Synthe 6 has a silky texture, it's not heavy whatsoever, no smell, absorbs quickly and completely into your skin. I haven't had any issues with peeling or any dryness/irritation. The Coenzyme q10 has a milky silky texture. It's a little heavier than the Matrixyl Synthe 6 but it's not heavy. Just like the Matrixyl Synthe 6 serum I've had no issues with it. Both work great with my other products and no issues with makeup. You do have to shake the Coenzyme q10 though before using it and it does have a slightly odd smell but it instantly goes away, it doesn't linger. I've never used them together. I guess I should read why Timeless says not to. I use the Coenzyme q10 in my morning routine and the Matrixyl Synthe 6 at night. You can either purchase directly from Timeless or look on their website where it says where to purchase. They have a link that will take you directly to their only authorized Amazon seller ( Pattern ) I bought mine from Amazon only because free shipping and free easy returns. I really like how these serums have a short ingredients list. I know everyone's skin is different but I looked at the reviews on Amazon and seen pictures of what the cq10 serum did for this woman's skin and 😮 I'm hoping I'll have the same results. I signed up for emails and now that I've tried them and like them, I'll most likely purchase from Timeless next time because they do have sales. I hope this helps 🥰
I'm intrigued with that new lash serum, it sounds great and a great price. I really want to try that needle shot but for some reason haven't gone through with the purchase. Snoxin 11 sounds intriguing as well , I have seen that before. I can't believe Face gym is taken over😂 that shiz is pricy , I was looking at the new cream and was like 95$ for what 😂 idk if the ingredients looked 95$ worthy. I have that face gym essence in my ❤list too ,I can't wait to hear what u think of it .
I am with you on the stratia eye cream, I will have to try it for dry patches tho. I struggle with dry patches sometimes on my cheeks and forhead so it seems like it might work. for an eye cream tho .... NAh Im good lol
I have the same problem with lipid gold turning my pale skin orange, so both of those products are always slotted in my night routine... unless I add a very tiny drop to the peptide cream during the day I can usually get away with it not turning me orangey😅
I love this format, and the fact that you're not a loyalist, always switching things up. I need to do more of that! I'm so glad this month is RNW which is one of my faves, so I'll be interested to hear your thoughts on their ceramide cream (as a fellow dry skin person 😊). Have a good weekend!
I've been using reedleshot for several months, it irritated for a few days but my skin texture got so much better only after one week! Now I know the fastest way to care at home !
The company never addressed how the spicules they get out of the skin, or how the cica “needle” will dissolve in the skin, I’m still skeptical about this product
@@MarcOnell1205 Look at the comments on dr.ray video and there is a very extensive explanation on the whole thing, including how the brand has said it sheds of your skin with the dead skin
@@MarcOnell1205 the brand itself said the reedle falls off, its in the Q&A section of the korean website at the bottom of the page, they say it can take 3 days ^^ (and they have replied that even before the dr.ray video so it's an old information they have)
Hi, have you try The Minimalist products.they are affordable would appreciate if you do reviews on the vitamin c +E+ferulic 16%, tranxcemic accident and the multi peptide serum.just looking for effective and affordable products ❤
LOL! I also had to pause on the new Charlotte Tilbury moisturizer. I’ve been plowing through it like it’s not $100. It’s so good but I have to be real with myself lol.
I remember buying the Indeed labs products about 15 years ago, the nanoblur and retinol reface. I think snoxin is pronounced "sin oxin", at least it was on the shopping channel back when I bought it, after the synthetic snake venom ingredient. And it's a Canadian brand. Have you tried any of the Medik8 products? They have a really nice pha called press and glow, and bha called press and clear. I also use their crystal retinal. Which has different levels for beginners to advanced users. I'm really enjoying the products., they're very effective. 🌻
Oh wow!! I had no idea they’ve been around for so long!! Thanks for sharing, and yup, I’ve tried that PHA and I did enjoy it. A bit pricey but I have managed to get some good deals on the brand (mostly through skinstore though it’s been a while since I’ve ordered through them)
It’s not k-beauty but the Geek and Gorgeous Calm down liquid exfoliant I’m loving at the moment, both for me (43y, dry skin prone to breakouts still) and my daughter (only 10y but already a hormonal oily pimply mess which we are slowly calming with a gentle but effective routine) It’s 4%PHA and 4% BHA, and just so calming and gentle and I’m using it on my daughter alternate nights with the Anua Heartleaf toner the other nights, inkey list ‘succinic’ spot treatment and Rovectin lotus cream after. Once the sample size Heartleaf toner is done we will try a sample size isntree green tea one and see the difference.
I share your difficult skin type and I’ve actually been using the reedle shot with calming and hydrating ingredients instead of actives, and I feel like it has helped a lot! Also have you tried the etude my lash serum? I’ve been eyeing the jumbo version on yesstyle and have been so curious, it’s got a lot of good reviews but would love to see some people try it!
For me, the reedle skincare wasnt worth the hype. Glad i refunded returned it so i dont have it in my house anymore. My skin wasn't liking it even if it started looking bright, but then my skin then started getting irritated, itchy, started some acne on my forehead while I started having these small white bumps everywhere on my face. I had to put a stop to it. I tried to keep liking it, but decided the truth is better than pretending, so I didn't use the product anymore.
Wrt the Stratia eye cream: I have it, and I like it a lot. And yk, I'm fair skinned but with some rosy-cool undertones, and the eye cream doesn't show as yellow on me! Idk why. But even tho I have no problem with it, I still re-purpose it frequently into an all-over face cream, especially at night, because I'm in love with the formula lol
Oh you know what!! That might make perfect sense; I do lean yellow and …yellow+yellow=yellow, right? (this is as far along as I am in color theory HA).
The Snoxin product reminds me of the Intoxicated Cosmetics line where their products use venom derived peptides from pit vipers, cone snail, and bees for anti aging. Maybe you can check them out!
The sheer excitement on your face talking about the serum that mimics snail venom. I've been looking for something new to try when I run out of the CosRx Snail 96.
I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who hasn't been super thrilled with the Lipid Gold eye cream... but hold the phone, a spot treatment for dryness?? That's a great idea! Thanks.
During the 21 days sale I got the Korres Greek Yoghurt wide awake eye gel. It is a roller ball. .51 FL Oz. It works with caffeine for puffiness. I have to say I really enjoy it. Super easy to use. I like it under makeup. Or just on no make-up days. I absolutely think one of the reasons I love it is the metal roller ball. I will use it as a serum really. Will i repurchase? Maybe. Foundations are so tricky. Have a wonderful weekend ❌️ ⭕️
Ah thanks for sharing as I did wonder about that one! Great to hear and yep, when these rollerball/metal tip designs include a fair amount of product, I do feel it elevates the experience! Hope you have a great weekend too 🥰
Hi Alice. I am trying out the VT 100 micro needling serum first. I hope it will work on the days when I take a break from the facial machine device. Will feedback upon using the serum when it arrives. Some beige foundations also gives me too much olive undertone and my skin has certain undertones color of grey and pink as well. Yup, I can only correct it using a color corrector and concealer to get the full coverage. I do not like the eye serum applicator since it often gives me too little discharge... Perhaps I have a tendency to use more? 😅
Yes please let me know how it goes for you! And i do blame the pump more than us, as it seems a common problem. It might be better in a squeeze tube, I’m thinking 🤔
I actually like Stratia’s Lipid Gold Eye, buy found it is so much better if i first put on one drop of TO Multi Peptide Eye Serum. Try it, somehow the combination works wonders for me, and the serum somehow seems to dramatically soften the yellow.
I like the Stratia eye cream, however the pump should give 1/2 to 1/4 of the amount. Been using it (1/4 pump) with one drop of Fortify mixed in, as I have very dry under eyes. My makeup has been looking much better!! Many blessings!!💖💖💖
I love this video so much! I've been a silent viewer for a while and I appreciate your honest reviews! I'm also wondering if you posted your rotation routine when it comes to acne? I also use a lot of actives for my acne to keep it under control but I don't know how to go about it correctly without destroying my skin barrier love ya 🥰
Great format. Good to know which products are in the RabbitHole graveyard! Still waiting for your review on Alpyn Beauty’s Barrier Repair Cream. I’m almost finished with mine. ❤
I am not that impressed with Stratias eye cream. Yeah it's great for the face but I'm halfway done and haven't anything to report The. SK II is phenomenal Enjoying the RNW ceramides serum Also the numbuzin vitamin B5 serum. And the Sana sou milk wrinkle night cream oh boy it's rich thick yummy to plaster on over everything. Great video format. ❤
I’m glad you’re loving the Sana! I did pass mine along to Ara after realizing it seemed up her alley and lo and behold, she told me it’s now her favorite moisturizer haha 😁
Tbh I haven’t used the LM long enough to give a review, but I will say I’m impressed by how it really does feel like I’m wearing nothing That said, the Revlon (foundation, haven’t tried the tint) is also a really, really good option. One of the best I’ve tried period, not just in drugstore
Hello Alice, I like the two or three formats of your videos and also this one, I don't have a preference, maybe you can incorporate them all, because they all have a different approach to the products you are trying. I hope you are well and have a great week 🥰
I love that I found your channel, I learn so much! ❤ I'm wondering if you might consider showing how to use the Medicube eye shot? I bought it, but I'm not 100% sure how to use the first mode. It says to use on dry skin, but it just seems to drag on the skin badly. I'm sure I'm doing this wrong. And Medicube does not seem to answer messages.
I’m going to try to explain it to the best of my knowledge: Shot mode = “electrical shots” that mimic microneedling (think of it like teeny little, invisible lightning bolts). You want to tap this mode, like how lightning taps the ground. Booster mode = electroporation/electrical pulses that push product into the skin (for greater absorption). Roll this OVER product, like how you massage moisturizer into your skin Hope that helps!
I have the Reedle 100. My skin care routine is on point. And because of that I haven’t seen any difference using the reedle… the next morning. Maybe a bit plumper. I’ll use it up. But won’t repurchase.
Alice im using the reedle shot 100 and I like it but I have found that irritation does occur around my face, it itches. I have the 300 but its really strong. I will stick to 100 and use it every other day. I put a moisturizer around my face where the irritation occurs to act as a barrier, so it doesn't get as irritated. I put snail mucin also to prevent irritation.
You seem like an intelligent woman so I am surprised that you are unable to pump a small amount of product from the Strata LG Eye Cream. It is quite easy to just lightly tap the pump and disperse a small amount. I have arthritis in my hands and I have no problem doing so. This is a wonder eye cream.
I love the AboutFace foundation so far! I have very sensitive skin and I’m on prescription topicals that sensitize me, and it doesn’t irritate my skin. I chose L2 Olive, but since I actively avoid the sun (I’m prescribed hydroquinone to lighten hyperpigmentation), F2 Olive would probably have matched a tad better just because the foundation oxidizes a bit.
Help? Could you PLEASE recommend an spf that ACTUALLY works to protect from uv rays? One that you’ve personally tried in full sun and found to have been protective? I can’t seem to find one that is more than just aesthetically pleasing. Thank you!
Ironically I saw an buy any full price item get a kit free sale the other day from Elemis (I paid more attention when you said you were still seeing them) but it was a dinky gift kit... Also not a color expert, but I agree that there are vast differences in "similar" formulations. That said I try to think of: (i) depth as the black to white ratio to achieve skin tone, for example fair, light, medium, deep, etc.; (ii) undertone as the specific color associated with the foundation (warm, neutral, cool, and more specifics like pink, olive, peach, etc.); and (iii) saturation as the amount of total color in the formula (think about adding contrast to a picture vs. scaling it to a black/white photo). I try not to think as saturation as the level of any specific color in a formula and instead factor that into the undertone as a formula that is "medium neutral/olive" would have less saturation of color associate with the undertone than a "medium olive." Personally when I look at your Smashbox vs. Rose Inc. comparison I'm seeing a difference in both saturation and undertone. Side-by-side the Smashbox looks very yellow to me, with higher saturation emphasizing the color as a whole. It does run a bit green and not just yellow, so I could support the Olive claim, but it almost makes your skin and the Rose Inc formula look pink by comparison. That said if I pull open the Rose Inc. arm swatches, the 1N is far pinker and more saturated than your 2N shade, so it's not that 2N leans heavily pink, it's just that Smashbox squeezed a lot out of the yellow tube. As someone who finds my closest match by squirting liquid pink blush into foundations, you might try finding a low saturation green color corrector and mixing a tiny amount into more standard neutral color schemes. If it works, I'd seek low saturation neutral fair shades and add a tiny bit of corrector vs. "hoping" every olive shade works. About Face F01 might be too light, but it's a good example of a baseline though maybe a bit yellower than what you're looking for with Rose Inc. I will say the Laura Mercer also looks more yellow to me than the rose inc, but different light for the images and it looks like it has more coverage so could be misleading.
Yup, ironically it was the quest for more knowledge that made me realize I’m not qualified to talk about color theory - hue, depth, shade - it’s a lot! I agree that smashbox added a lot of yellow, which I think a lot of brands assume applies to olives (ie that all olives are warm/yellow). But even yellow can be cool-toned, so it doesn’t tell the whole story. I quite like that it seems Rose Inc at least stuck with a neutral option, as it really does seem to have a good balance of cool and warm (not all brands master the balance here) That is a very good idea to get a corrector. I used to use one from Algenist and it really was such a good way to get a perfect match!
I will forever say skin gym when I mean Face gym and Face gym when I mean skin gym 😂😂 I do think Face gym is the better of the two though I have been interested in some of their products! So interested to see your thoughts on Snoxin!!
I thought I'm the only one who didn't like the VT Reedle. It makes my texture shows more and I can feel the roughness in the morning. It's the opposite of everyone's experiences so I try using it couple more times. Sadly I get the same result as before, so now it sitting nicely in my drawer unused :(
I feel like it’s always hard to have a different opinion from social media 🤐 (to this day, I still get hate comments on my numbuzin video lol) But yep, nothing is for everyone!
I’ve used VT REEDLE shot for a few months now and honestly I’ve noticed my skin healing faster and the texture looking smoother. It sounds scary but the results are real. I am +30 years old and have always been acne prone, I’m also required to wear a mask at work still and have noticed that my mask acne has also gotten so much better. I’ve also noticed that my smile lines have also smoothed out, my makeup no longer settles into the corner of my smile. I have Medicube devices too but when I’m feeling lazy I’d rather use Reedle shot.
You should also consider if the description of the foundation shade includes 'neutral' or 'warm' together with the 'olive undertone'. The rose inc one is "neutral olive" which tells you that it's an olive that is leaning on the neutral side, while the smashbox only includes "olive" which tells you that it's a more saturated olive than a 'neutral olive'. Same thing if a foundation is a warm olive (or warm with olive undertones), while it's an olive expect it to be a warmer shade of olive.
The labs snoxin II serum has been on my radar for some time. Chickened out of experimenting😅. Would love to know how all the new choices work out for you. Question: When you use an expensive serum like the Sulwhasoo first care serum, do you use it once or twice a day. If once a day, is it better to use in the evening.
I was so happy to see the Joah eye concealer serum ❤ I’ve been loving Joah products, especially the luminizer stick over my Alastin tinted spf for a little extra coverage and their powder and milky cream mist to set. They’re so natural looking on the skin.
I can’t figure out why that brand is so underrated on social media! Their brow pencil is one of my longest running holy grails, and I gotta admit this concealer is incredible as well
Ahhh I have mixed feelings- nooo on the setting aside of the Ordinary's multi-peptide serum (I love) but also Yay! for picking up the Snoxin II! I actually brought this up in the comments of a recent video asking if anyone else was using it! I picked it up at Target (so yeah, I guess it is drugstore, among other things maybe? Oh and also right now- as of 2/2/24, all the Indeed Labs products at my local Kansas-area Target were 50% off!) and I've been using it for a few weeks; daily for about two weeks. No noticeable results yet but we'll see. I'm excited to see your ongoing thoughts on it!
Whoa nice, 50% off!? 👀 Someone else commented that they use it with the ordinary’s peptide, and since reading that I’ve been over here going “…well why not both indeed” 🤣
Thanks Alice! Curious what results you get with lash serum. Also please do Medicube video-I want to try a device but which one do I need if I already have ZIIP and LED mask and panel?
Well tbh they are all optional, but I would say the most different are: Age-R original. I actually like to use this with the ziip! I start with Age-R, use the ussera, and finish with ziip’s “founders favorite” routine Second, go figure ussera haha. That one seems to be RF as it uses heat combined with ultrasound. I found this very effective for fading smile lines That’s my 2-3x a week AM routine, I use the boosters most (but not all) days, and I do LED at night. Hope that helps!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you-it is confusing because they have too many products starting with age-r. So ussera is your favorite for lift or collagen boosting?
This is a great idea for a video, I enjoyed it! Always enjoy your video's and have lots of catching up to do as life got away from me but now I am quieter again taking it easy for health. Thank you Alice for always teaching me something new, even at 50! 🥰
@AliceintheRabbitHole speaking of makeup. I have a odd question on 1st step cleaning. I see in videos that we should be taking sunblock down the neck, over ears, and onto the chest; yet I don't see any videos from anyone, clean the neck or chest. Is this for convenience of filming of not showing drips on camera? Because I get water alllll over rincing my oil cleanser off. Haha it's seriously all over! Ha! I might need a waterproof bib!!
mmhmm yeah, I’ve filmed myself applying it to my ears as well as removing it, but it…it does look odd. Or maybe I’m not used to seeing it, which is why it looks odd? It always gets edited out 👀
have you tried treating the neogen cream as a "last serum"? just using a pea-sized amount for the face before a thicker moisturizer? i'm in the same boat of plowing through moisturizers (goodbye p.calm cato cream and boj red bean gel), but those ingredients are so nice that i'm considering just using it as a treatment step.
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I’m korean and I spoken to multiple dermatologist here in korea since I’m curious too haha and I just want to say many do not actually recommend it but if you do remember that koreans use this because we don’t really do micro needling and remember western skin care ingredients is much harsher than korean skin care so if you use this product, please do not use harsh ingredients afterwards 🙇🏻♀️ just a caution and use more calming less harsh ingredients
I’m currently using the Stratia eye cream and I agree it’s a little hard to control the pump. Plus it always first pumps out a little congealed clump with every use, so it doesn’t seem to be very air tight.
If u “lock” the cap (twisting it as if u were travelling) after each use, the “congealed glob” issue no longer happens…
Yup I know what you’re talking about! I always locked mine so I’m not sure why it would happen (especially because it only happens sometimes?) very puzzling!
I’ve actually been impressed with the Stratia eye cream as an eye cream 😅 the skin around my eyes is more nourished and the darkness has improved significantly. Though, having more combo-normal skin may play a role; it seems to be too rich for my face (I feel like it fueled break outs 🤷♀️).
Ahh yup, I can see that being a big part of the explanation! Thanks for sharing ☺️
I love using the stratia lipid gold eye cream in my skincare egg with the interface I emailed them if it was okay to do that and they said it was fine
Oooh. I’m definitely going to give that a try!
this is also exactly how I use Stratia Lipid Gold eye cream. When I was comparing the formulation between the eye cream and the Lipid Gold cream I decided that it made more sense for my skin to use the eye cream this way, in combination with Interface.
I used to use The ordinary in 2020 when they were really popular, but now that every brand has jumped on the actives bandwagon, plus all the K and J Beauty, TO has fallen of the pedestal for me. I fine their products to be either too strong/sting in a lot of cases, or the formula is difficult to use/not elegant/hard to use with other products, and there are better alternatives albeit more expensive for a lot of their stuff
True, I’m gathering that may be a fairly common experience for many folks! There really are so many options out there, and especially with how lovely the textures are on K and J Beauty, TO has a lot of competition!
Such a great video idea!! Let me watch ❤
It’s nice to hear the reasons why you replace certain products w/ others. I’m always trying to improve my basic skincare routine while keeping it simple/manageable. 😏 Do you maintain a regular skincare routine - (not including new/gifted products that you’re testing) w/ products that have proven to be effective?
Alice, Have you ever tried any of the Timeless serums? They have very well formulated and transparent when it comes to percentages peptide serums and also one called Coenzyme Q10 which has 8% of Matrixyl 3000 and Q10 2% (scientifically proven to be effective in antiaging), I wonder if you liked them more than Buffet? The price is super comparable around 25, but a tiny bit more ecpensive, however, I think that is justified by the added 2% of Q10, oh also aloe vera in the formula that would suit your skin type, I assume:)
Whaaat whoa. I haven’t tried it, but coq10 and peptides are among my favorite ingredients. They are together in that product!? 😱
I love the Timeless Coenzyme q10 Serum and their Matrixyl Synthe 6 Serum ❤❤❤❤
@@AliceintheRabbitHolethe texture of the Coenzyme Q10 and Matrixyl Synthe 6 serums are so incredibly lovely 😍 I highly recommend trying them both.
@@paulayarbrough6930 What results do you see and how would you compare it to the ORdinary Peptide serums?:)) also do you layer Synthe with Q10? I saw Timeless says not to and I was annyed by it, since it would make such a perfect routine!:>
@@ainakunigelyte I just started using them so I can't say yet as far as wrinkles/anti aging goes but what I will say is...Both are hydrating and the textures will surprise you. The Matrixyl Synthe 6 has a silky texture, it's not heavy whatsoever, no smell, absorbs quickly and completely into your skin. I haven't had any issues with peeling or any dryness/irritation. The Coenzyme q10 has a milky silky texture. It's a little heavier than the Matrixyl Synthe 6 but it's not heavy. Just like the Matrixyl Synthe 6 serum I've had no issues with it. Both work great with my other products and no issues with makeup. You do have to shake the Coenzyme q10 though before using it and it does have a slightly odd smell but it instantly goes away, it doesn't linger. I've never used them together. I guess I should read why Timeless says not to. I use the Coenzyme q10 in my morning routine and the Matrixyl Synthe 6 at night. You can either purchase directly from Timeless or look on their website where it says where to purchase. They have a link that will take you directly to their only authorized Amazon seller ( Pattern ) I bought mine from Amazon only because free shipping and free easy returns. I really like how these serums have a short ingredients list. I know everyone's skin is different but I looked at the reviews on Amazon and seen pictures of what the cq10 serum did for this woman's skin and 😮 I'm hoping I'll have the same results. I signed up for emails and now that I've tried them and like them, I'll most likely purchase from Timeless next time because they do have sales. I hope this helps 🥰
I'm intrigued with that new lash serum, it sounds great and a great price. I really want to try that needle shot but for some reason haven't gone through with the purchase. Snoxin 11 sounds intriguing as well , I have seen that before. I can't believe Face gym is taken over😂 that shiz is pricy , I was looking at the new cream and was like 95$ for what 😂 idk if the ingredients looked 95$ worthy. I have that face gym essence in my ❤list too ,I can't wait to hear what u think of it .
Thank you again for another very informative video
I am with you on the stratia eye cream, I will have to try it for dry patches tho. I struggle with dry patches sometimes on my cheeks and forhead so it seems like it might work. for an eye cream tho .... NAh Im good lol
I LOVE The Lipid Gold eye cream ALL OVER my face 😂
I have the same problem with lipid gold turning my pale skin orange, so both of those products are always slotted in my night routine... unless I add a very tiny drop to the peptide cream during the day I can usually get away with it not turning me orangey😅
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Right! I don’t think I even knew there are venomous SNAILS, what on earth lol
@@AliceintheRabbitHole I absolutely didn't know!❌️⭕️
Snoxin.... Snail Toxin maybe?
I love this format, and the fact that you're not a loyalist, always switching things up. I need to do more of that! I'm so glad this month is RNW which is one of my faves, so I'll be interested to hear your thoughts on their ceramide cream (as a fellow dry skin person 😊). Have a good weekend!
It was such a surprise when I first cracked it open. I’m so used to RNW having unscented products!
Dusty pink haired Alice is 😍 🔥
😁 thank you!
I think that every time she wears this wig! I wish I could pull off wigs the way she does!
I've been using reedleshot for several months, it irritated for a few days but my skin texture got so much better only after one week! Now I know the fastest way to care at home !
The company never addressed how the spicules they get out of the skin, or how the cica “needle” will dissolve in the skin, I’m still skeptical about this product
@@MarcOnell1205 Look at the comments on dr.ray video and there is a very extensive explanation on the whole thing, including how the brand has said it sheds of your skin with the dead skin
@@moonlight_cissa but does it really sheds off with the skin, no one knows the truth excepts from the brand themselves
@@MarcOnell1205 the brand itself said the reedle falls off, its in the Q&A section of the korean website at the bottom of the page, they say it can take 3 days ^^ (and they have replied that even before the dr.ray video so it's an old information they have)
@@MarcOnell1205 The brand literally addressed this issue a million times. Do your research before spreading misinformation.
It's not a NEEDLE SHOT. It's REEDLE SHOT. looool 🤣🤣 sounds to scary~
I’m excited to try the VT reedle shot! I think it’s gonna be a Gamechanger for me! I don’t microneedle and I’ve chilled out on the actives
Let me know how it goes for ya!
Hi, have you try The Minimalist products.they are affordable would appreciate if you do reviews on the vitamin c +E+ferulic 16%, tranxcemic accident and the multi peptide serum.just looking for effective and affordable products ❤
I never went back to the reedle shot. I may give it another shot but meh.
LOL! I also had to pause on the new Charlotte Tilbury moisturizer. I’ve been plowing through it like it’s not $100. It’s so good but I have to be real with myself lol.
It’s so frustrating when that happens! I like a product, so I’m using it, but also…where is it going!? It’s disappearing before my eyes! 🤣
I remember buying the Indeed labs products about 15 years ago, the nanoblur and retinol reface. I think snoxin is pronounced "sin oxin", at least it was on the shopping channel back when I bought it, after the synthetic snake venom ingredient. And it's a Canadian brand. Have you tried any of the Medik8 products? They have a really nice pha called press and glow, and bha called press and clear. I also use their crystal retinal. Which has different levels for beginners to advanced users. I'm really enjoying the products., they're very effective. 🌻
Oh wow!! I had no idea they’ve been around for so long!! Thanks for sharing, and yup, I’ve tried that PHA and I did enjoy it. A bit pricey but I have managed to get some good deals on the brand (mostly through skinstore though it’s been a while since I’ve ordered through them)
It’s not k-beauty but the Geek and Gorgeous Calm down liquid exfoliant I’m loving at the moment, both for me (43y, dry skin prone to breakouts still) and my daughter (only 10y but already a hormonal oily pimply mess which we are slowly calming with a gentle but effective routine)
It’s 4%PHA and 4% BHA, and just so calming and gentle and I’m using it on my daughter alternate nights with the Anua Heartleaf toner the other nights, inkey list ‘succinic’ spot treatment and Rovectin lotus cream after.
Once the sample size Heartleaf toner is done we will try a sample size isntree green tea one and see the difference.
I share your difficult skin type and I’ve actually been using the reedle shot with calming and hydrating ingredients instead of actives, and I feel like it has helped a lot! Also have you tried the etude my lash serum? I’ve been eyeing the jumbo version on yesstyle and have been so curious, it’s got a lot of good reviews but would love to see some people try it!
For me, the reedle skincare wasnt worth the hype. Glad i refunded returned it so i dont have it in my house anymore.
My skin wasn't liking it even if it started looking bright, but then my skin then started getting irritated, itchy, started some acne on my forehead while I started having these small white bumps everywhere on my face. I had to put a stop to it. I tried to keep liking it, but decided the truth is better than pretending, so I didn't use the product anymore.
Wrt the Stratia eye cream: I have it, and I like it a lot. And yk, I'm fair skinned but with some rosy-cool undertones, and the eye cream doesn't show as yellow on me! Idk why. But even tho I have no problem with it, I still re-purpose it frequently into an all-over face cream, especially at night, because I'm in love with the formula lol
Oh you know what!! That might make perfect sense; I do lean yellow and …yellow+yellow=yellow, right? (this is as far along as I am in color theory HA).
The Snoxin product reminds me of the Intoxicated Cosmetics line where their products use venom derived peptides from pit vipers, cone snail, and bees for anti aging. Maybe you can check them out!
Oh interesting, yeah i know syn-ake is a popular peptide as well, and modeled after snake venom. Ah, science! 😍
Indeed Labs is indeed a drugstore brand here in Canada 🇨🇦 I think they deserve more recognition 💜
The sheer excitement on your face talking about the serum that mimics snail venom. I've been looking for something new to try when I run out of the CosRx Snail 96.
I love when science figures out how to do ~cool stuff~ based on animal/plant life 😎
I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who hasn't been super thrilled with the Lipid Gold eye cream... but hold the phone, a spot treatment for dryness?? That's a great idea! Thanks.
Yes!! Give it a try, not only is it a better use, but I had no idea what I was missing in my routine 👀
During the 21 days sale I got the Korres Greek Yoghurt wide awake eye gel. It is a roller ball. .51 FL Oz. It works with caffeine for puffiness. I have to say I really enjoy it. Super easy to use. I like it under makeup. Or just on no make-up days. I absolutely think one of the reasons I love it is the metal roller ball. I will use it as a serum really. Will i repurchase? Maybe. Foundations are so tricky. Have a wonderful weekend ❌️ ⭕️
Ah thanks for sharing as I did wonder about that one! Great to hear and yep, when these rollerball/metal tip designs include a fair amount of product, I do feel it elevates the experience! Hope you have a great weekend too 🥰
Hi Alice. Getting ready to eat. I will be back. Letting it play.❌️⭕️
Hi Alice. I am trying out the VT 100 micro needling serum first. I hope it will work on the days when I take a break from the facial machine device. Will feedback upon using the serum when it arrives.
Some beige foundations also gives me too much olive undertone and my skin has certain undertones color of grey and pink as well. Yup, I can only correct it using a color corrector and concealer to get the full coverage.
I do not like the eye serum applicator since it often gives me too little discharge... Perhaps I have a tendency to use more? 😅
Yes please let me know how it goes for you! And i do blame the pump more than us, as it seems a common problem. It might be better in a squeeze tube, I’m thinking 🤔
Im right there with ya! Won't use up the product and dont want to buy it again!
Right, the products get to live in limbo for X years until I finally go “oh this is probably too old to use now 😞” lol
I'm so glad i didn't order the Stratia eye cream
I actually like Stratia’s Lipid Gold Eye, buy found it is so much better if i first put on one drop of TO Multi Peptide Eye Serum. Try it, somehow the combination works wonders for me, and the serum somehow seems to dramatically soften the yellow.
That’s a great way to problem solve!
I like the Stratia eye cream, however the pump should give 1/2 to 1/4 of the amount. Been using it (1/4 pump) with one drop of Fortify mixed in, as I have very dry under eyes. My makeup has been looking much better!!
Many blessings!!💖💖💖
That’s a great solution! Yep, I think the packaging is detracting from the product. It might work better in a squeeze tube imo!
I love this video so much! I've been a silent viewer for a while and I appreciate your honest reviews! I'm also wondering if you posted your rotation routine when it comes to acne? I also use a lot of actives for my acne to keep it under control but I don't know how to go about it correctly without destroying my skin barrier love ya 🥰
I do it yearly around spring, so coming soon for this year! Thanks for watching ☺️
@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you for the reply I am looking forward to that video! 😀
Great format. Good to know which products are in the RabbitHole graveyard!
Still waiting for your review on Alpyn Beauty’s Barrier Repair Cream. I’m almost finished with mine. ❤
Here lies 🪦 too-light moisturizer 🤣
@AliceintheRabbitHole aw really?! Dangit. Yeah that truly is the dry skin curse. And the skincare brands' challenge!
I am not that impressed with Stratias eye cream. Yeah it's great for the face but I'm halfway done and haven't anything to report
The. SK II is phenomenal
Enjoying the RNW ceramides serum
Also the numbuzin vitamin B5 serum. And the Sana sou milk wrinkle night cream oh boy it's rich thick yummy to plaster on over everything. Great video format. ❤
I’m glad you’re loving the Sana! I did pass mine along to Ara after realizing it seemed up her alley and lo and behold, she told me it’s now her favorite moisturizer haha 😁
@@AliceintheRabbitHole I think I also have the soy milk co q 10 toner too which I definitely love. Have a great weekend.
Between the Revlon Illuminance vs the Laura Mercier Weightless, which one do you prefer?
Tbh I haven’t used the LM long enough to give a review, but I will say I’m impressed by how it really does feel like I’m wearing nothing
That said, the Revlon (foundation, haven’t tried the tint) is also a really, really good option. One of the best I’ve tried period, not just in drugstore
Hello Alice, I like the two or three formats of your videos and also this one, I don't have a preference, maybe you can incorporate them all, because they all have a different approach to the products you are trying. I hope you are well and have a great week 🥰
Thank you for your thoughts! Hope you have a great weekend/week too ☺️
I love that I found your channel, I learn so much! ❤ I'm wondering if you might consider showing how to use the Medicube eye shot? I bought it, but I'm not 100% sure how to use the first mode. It says to use on dry skin, but it just seems to drag on the skin badly. I'm sure I'm doing this wrong. And Medicube does not seem to answer messages.
I’m going to try to explain it to the best of my knowledge:
Shot mode = “electrical shots” that mimic microneedling (think of it like teeny little, invisible lightning bolts). You want to tap this mode, like how lightning taps the ground.
Booster mode = electroporation/electrical pulses that push product into the skin (for greater absorption). Roll this OVER product, like how you massage moisturizer into your skin
Hope that helps!
@AliceintheRabbitHole that helps a great deal and makes perfect sense, thank you so much! 😊 💕
Is the EGF in the lash serum barley based or other? I recall Dr Dray reviewed Indeed Labs a few years ago including the Snoxin product.
That’s a good question! I’ll see if I can find an answer
I love Dr. Dray....I watch her daily
Ohhhh would be keen on more seaweed products please
I already microneedle, but I I am still interested in the reedle shot for when I am too lazy to do microneedling, a full routine and use devices.
You can just go to a clinic
@@sowhat1674 and spend hundreds of dollars? Nah
@MarcustheWu once every other month is not that overpriced. You are looking at 600-800 a year, which is a reasonable price.
Snoxin 2 has worked amazingly well for my fine lines. I pair it with TO argireline. I've been using it for at least a year
Combining those two sounds like such a genius idea!
I have the Reedle 100. My skin care routine is on point. And because of that I haven’t seen any difference using the reedle… the next morning. Maybe a bit plumper. I’ll use it up. But won’t repurchase.
Alice im using the reedle shot 100 and I like it but I have found that irritation does occur around my face, it itches. I have the 300 but its really strong. I will stick to 100 and use it every other day. I put a moisturizer around my face where the irritation occurs to act as a barrier, so it doesn't get as irritated. I put snail mucin also to prevent irritation.
You seem like an intelligent woman so I am surprised that you are unable to pump a small amount of product from the Strata LG Eye Cream. It is quite easy to just lightly tap the pump and disperse a small amount. I have arthritis in my hands and I have no problem doing so. This is a wonder eye cream.
Love and appreciate your videos 😊 your skin is glowing!! What's your face routine if you don't mind me asking?
Great video....I like the Saem concealer, I got it for around $7 on Stylevana.
The pot or the tube? I like that brand as well!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole The concealer I have is in the tube
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Specifically, it's called Cover Perfection Tip Concealer
I love the AboutFace foundation so far! I have very sensitive skin and I’m on prescription topicals that sensitize me, and it doesn’t irritate my skin. I chose L2 Olive, but since I actively avoid the sun (I’m prescribed hydroquinone to lighten hyperpigmentation), F2 Olive would probably have matched a tad better just because the foundation oxidizes a bit.
I used the Ordinary's peptide on eyebrow to test, and no difference in months, it doesnt do anything, i am ditching it too
Alice! Hi! I love this format!
Help? Could you PLEASE recommend an spf that ACTUALLY works to protect from uv rays? One that you’ve personally tried in full sun and found to have been protective? I can’t seem to find one that is more than just aesthetically pleasing. Thank you!
J-Beauty. Check out my “waterproof” sunscreens video!!
I bet if u added Stratia LG to that Neogen cream it would be really nice.
❤ this format and super good content. Definitely interested in Stratia and Indeed Labs. Thank you
Ironically I saw an buy any full price item get a kit free sale the other day from Elemis (I paid more attention when you said you were still seeing them) but it was a dinky gift kit... Also not a color expert, but I agree that there are vast differences in "similar" formulations. That said I try to think of: (i) depth as the black to white ratio to achieve skin tone, for example fair, light, medium, deep, etc.; (ii) undertone as the specific color associated with the foundation (warm, neutral, cool, and more specifics like pink, olive, peach, etc.); and (iii) saturation as the amount of total color in the formula (think about adding contrast to a picture vs. scaling it to a black/white photo). I try not to think as saturation as the level of any specific color in a formula and instead factor that into the undertone as a formula that is "medium neutral/olive" would have less saturation of color associate with the undertone than a "medium olive."
Personally when I look at your Smashbox vs. Rose Inc. comparison I'm seeing a difference in both saturation and undertone. Side-by-side the Smashbox looks very yellow to me, with higher saturation emphasizing the color as a whole. It does run a bit green and not just yellow, so I could support the Olive claim, but it almost makes your skin and the Rose Inc formula look pink by comparison. That said if I pull open the Rose Inc. arm swatches, the 1N is far pinker and more saturated than your 2N shade, so it's not that 2N leans heavily pink, it's just that Smashbox squeezed a lot out of the yellow tube.
As someone who finds my closest match by squirting liquid pink blush into foundations, you might try finding a low saturation green color corrector and mixing a tiny amount into more standard neutral color schemes. If it works, I'd seek low saturation neutral fair shades and add a tiny bit of corrector vs. "hoping" every olive shade works. About Face F01 might be too light, but it's a good example of a baseline though maybe a bit yellower than what you're looking for with Rose Inc. I will say the Laura Mercer also looks more yellow to me than the rose inc, but different light for the images and it looks like it has more coverage so could be misleading.
Yup, ironically it was the quest for more knowledge that made me realize I’m not qualified to talk about color theory - hue, depth, shade - it’s a lot! I agree that smashbox added a lot of yellow, which I think a lot of brands assume applies to olives (ie that all olives are warm/yellow). But even yellow can be cool-toned, so it doesn’t tell the whole story. I quite like that it seems Rose Inc at least stuck with a neutral option, as it really does seem to have a good balance of cool and warm (not all brands master the balance here)
That is a very good idea to get a corrector. I used to use one from Algenist and it really was such a good way to get a perfect match!
I will forever say skin gym when I mean Face gym and Face gym when I mean skin gym 😂😂
I do think Face gym is the better of the two though I have been interested in some of their products!
So interested to see your thoughts on Snoxin!!
Agreed, skingym gives me copycat vibes lol, like a more expensive revolution 🤐
I thought I'm the only one who didn't like the VT Reedle. It makes my texture shows more and I can feel the roughness in the morning. It's the opposite of everyone's experiences so I try using it couple more times. Sadly I get the same result as before, so now it sitting nicely in my drawer unused :(
I feel like it’s always hard to have a different opinion from social media 🤐 (to this day, I still get hate comments on my numbuzin video lol)
But yep, nothing is for everyone!
I’ve used VT REEDLE shot for a few months now and honestly I’ve noticed my skin healing faster and the texture looking smoother. It sounds scary but the results are real. I am +30 years old and have always been acne prone, I’m also required to wear a mask at work still and have noticed that my mask acne has also gotten so much better. I’ve also noticed that my smile lines have also smoothed out, my makeup no longer settles into the corner of my smile. I have Medicube devices too but when I’m feeling lazy I’d rather use Reedle shot.
You should also consider if the description of the foundation shade includes 'neutral' or 'warm' together with the 'olive undertone'. The rose inc one is "neutral olive" which tells you that it's an olive that is leaning on the neutral side, while the smashbox only includes "olive" which tells you that it's a more saturated olive than a 'neutral olive'. Same thing if a foundation is a warm olive (or warm with olive undertones), while it's an olive expect it to be a warmer shade of olive.
Great point!
11:57 - The ball is in the "high tech tools" category
I was looking to buy the stratia eye cream, but not if your not loving it !
Haha I just ordered that reedleshot product to try...
I like this format, too! 🤗
Glad to hear! 😁
The only problem with this format is that I live in Chile and I can't find everything you show in this video 😘
True, I wish worldwide shipping was more common! 😩
What’s the texture of the Anua toner like vs the Paula’s Choice vs the Isntree one? Thanks!
All of them are watery, I prefer to use them with a cotton pad!
Skin ball!🙄⭕️❌️
I am looking forward to “reasons”. That is one of your very best things and I am so looking forward to this.
The labs snoxin II serum has been on my radar for some time. Chickened out of experimenting😅.
Would love to know how all the new choices work out for you.
Question: When you use an expensive serum like the Sulwhasoo first care serum, do you use it once or twice a day. If once a day, is it better to use in the evening.
I usually use it once because…it’s expensive 🤣
But it doesn’t really matter to use it AM or PM imo, wherever it fits in best!
@AliceintheRabbitHole Thank you. Yes. I am frugal, too. 😀
I was so happy to see the Joah eye concealer serum ❤ I’ve been loving Joah products, especially the luminizer stick over my Alastin tinted spf for a little extra coverage and their powder and milky cream mist to set. They’re so natural looking on the skin.
I can’t figure out why that brand is so underrated on social media! Their brow pencil is one of my longest running holy grails, and I gotta admit this concealer is incredible as well
Ahhh I have mixed feelings- nooo on the setting aside of the Ordinary's multi-peptide serum (I love) but also Yay! for picking up the Snoxin II! I actually brought this up in the comments of a recent video asking if anyone else was using it! I picked it up at Target (so yeah, I guess it is drugstore, among other things maybe? Oh and also right now- as of 2/2/24, all the Indeed Labs products at my local Kansas-area Target were
50% off!) and I've been using it for a few weeks; daily for about two weeks. No noticeable results yet but we'll see. I'm excited to see your ongoing thoughts on it!
Whoa nice, 50% off!? 👀
Someone else commented that they use it with the ordinary’s peptide, and since reading that I’ve been over here going “…well why not both indeed” 🤣
I like the idea of using both. Different peptides!
Pepperidge farm remembers!
Thanks Alice! Curious what results you get with lash serum. Also please do Medicube video-I want to try a device but which one do I need if I already have ZIIP and LED mask and panel?
Well tbh they are all optional, but I would say the most different are: Age-R original. I actually like to use this with the ziip! I start with Age-R, use the ussera, and finish with ziip’s “founders favorite” routine
Second, go figure ussera haha. That one seems to be RF as it uses heat combined with ultrasound. I found this very effective for fading smile lines
That’s my 2-3x a week AM routine, I use the boosters most (but not all) days, and I do LED at night. Hope that helps!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you-it is confusing because they have too many products starting with age-r. So ussera is your favorite for lift or collagen boosting?
This is a great idea for a video, I enjoyed it! Always enjoy your video's and have lots of catching up to do as life got away from me but now I am quieter again taking it easy for health. Thank you Alice for always teaching me something new, even at 50! 🥰
Hope you are doing well! 💕
I need your hat!
Those 2 "Beauty" eye creams ain't cheap
Indeed! Although both run 50% deals quite often
Has anyone tried the No7 retinol eye cream ??
No, but I did try (and actually loved!) their retinol. Shockingly great formula, so I wouldn’t be surprised if the retinol eye is nice too
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More makeup included would be a great return.
I’m glad to hear 😁
@AliceintheRabbitHole speaking of makeup. I have a odd question on 1st step cleaning. I see in videos that we should be taking sunblock down the neck, over ears, and onto the chest; yet I don't see any videos from anyone, clean the neck or chest. Is this for convenience of filming of not showing drips on camera? Because I get water alllll over rincing my oil cleanser off. Haha it's seriously all over! Ha! I might need a waterproof bib!!
mmhmm yeah, I’ve filmed myself applying it to my ears as well as removing it, but it…it does look odd. Or maybe I’m not used to seeing it, which is why it looks odd?
It always gets edited out 👀
have you tried treating the neogen cream as a "last serum"? just using a pea-sized amount for the face before a thicker moisturizer? i'm in the same boat of plowing through moisturizers (goodbye p.calm cato cream and boj red bean gel), but those ingredients are so nice that i'm considering just using it as a treatment step.
I may end up doing that yup. It has such a dreamy ingredients list!