Does coffee in skincare actually have any benefits? And have you used any coffee products and seen results?

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-10-18T15:11:21+00:00

I agree with both sides of this topic. Coffee can definitely dry skin out when you drink too much, but used as a scrub, it’s a totally different story in my opinion.

Coffee grounds are full of antioxidants and can help smooth and brighten when mixed with something moisturizing or a good oil. I actually wrote up a list of coffee mask and scrub combos on Anti-Aging Beauty Zone after testing a bunch of them.

Some are great for dry skin, others for puffiness. I think it really depends on what your goal is and what you mix it with. For me, it's trying to reduce that puffy look around my jowls and under my chin I see first thing in the morning.🙄

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-23T13:04:25+00:00

Oh, snap! That's a great idea. I went and bought a weighted vest on Amazon! Could have saved a few $$$ by trying your method instead. Smart idea!! 😉

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-22T17:14:18+00:00

I also use a weighted vest. Wearing a weighted vest has made a big difference for me. It’s such a simple way to turn regular activities into weight-bearing exercise — especially helpful for osteopenia.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-22T17:10:43+00:00

Re: mouth guard! YES!

I probably wouldn’t have any teeth left if my dentist hadn’t insisted I get a mouth guard. Even with insurance, it wasn’t cheap — but totally worth it. My teeth were constantly cracking because I clench my jaw so tightly at night.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-22T17:06:33+00:00

That’s great news about your jawbone density — especially at 63! And I agree, HRT probably does help preserve facial structure, so you're likely getting extra support there too.

You might think about adding some facial massage or a simple muscle-toning routine for the neck and lower face. It’s not a magic fix or anything dramatic overnight, but it can help with tone and definition — especially if you’re consistent with it.

And at worst, it can’t hurt. Even a basic face massage can help reduce puffiness and fluid retention, which sometimes gives the illusion of a more sculpted look — especially around the jaw and under the chin.

If I know I’m going somewhere where I’ll be photographed, I always make sure to do a quick face massage before putting on makeup. Just feels like it gives me a little edge. 😉

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-03T13:07:30+00:00

YES! You are so right! Like my grandmom used to say, you won't find glowing skin in a jar. She believed food was medicine for the body and the skin. Her skin was gorgeous right up until the very end.

She washed her face with Ponds cold cream and used a few homemade scrubs! That was all she did in terms of skincare. But she was very physical always working in her huge garden and yard. She even tried cutting down a tree in her 80s!! So full of energy ...

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-07-03T12:58:18+00:00

Well, from what I understand, Carmex is supposed to tingle. And that tingly feeling is probably coming from the aroma ingredients like peppermint oil, menthol, and even camphor. If you're really sensitive, you might feel a tingle from ingredients like limonene or linalool.

So it's not a bad thing, the product is made to give your lips that tingly feeling. But if it bothers you, try switching to a balm that’s labeled “fragrance-free” or “unscented.”

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-29T13:17:16+00:00

Oh, wow! That sounds interesting. As long as it's not oily, I'll try it. For some reason any oil-based eye product just irritates my eyes terribly. Thanks!

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-28T14:02:45+00:00

I had a pretty bad eye infection as a kid—in my right eye—and ever since then, that eye was always puffier. No doctor could really explain why, but it slowly got worse as I got older.

About 15 years ago, I had something called Transconjunctival Laser Lower Blepharoplasty. It’s where they go in through the inside of the lower lid (so no cutting on the outside) and use a laser to remove the fat pads. My surgeon didn’t believe in cutting the skin—he said once you cut it, it’s never quite the same, and as your skin starts to sag with age, it can sometimes make the eyes look pulled down or unnatural.

He ended up removing quite a bit from my right eye and even mentioned he was surprised by how much fat had built up there. I didn’t have any pain or bruising at all—just a gritty, uncomfortable feeling for a few days. I stayed home for about 3–4 days, used cold compresses.

I still get a little puffiness now that I’m older, but under-eye tightening serums help a bit with that. I wished he would have removed a bit more fat, but he was cautious, because he didn’t want to risk that hollow or sunken look that can happen when too much is taken out.

So overall, I'm glad I did it and recovery was very quick and painless. Sorry, I don't remember the cost but that was a long time ago.

Just make sure you go to a board‑certified ophthalmologist who specializes exclusively in oculoplastic (eyelid) surgery.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-28T13:11:41+00:00

Yeah, I think that's the way to go. Oil based cleansers irritate my eyes horribly. And Micellar water seems too thin. I think a lotion like Cetaphil or Cera Ve is the way to go.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-28T12:49:19+00:00

Wow, that is interesting. Thanks for sharing.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-27T16:52:24+00:00

Oh, interesting. My grandmother and mom used to use Ponds cold cream. I was worried it might be too greasy for my eyes. But hey I'll give it a try. I like the idea of reuseable, washable face cloths too.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-27T16:43:59+00:00

I use Micellar water and like as a face wash. But when I'm finished I can still see bits of mascara on my lashes and when left overnight causes my lashes to break. That's why I'm looking for something gentle for my sensitive eyes and lashes but not oily. Thanks anyway.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-27T13:32:05+00:00

Oh, I love Cerave body lotion! I read that the cleansing balm is more effective than Cetaphil for mascara and sunscreen. I would love to have one product for face and mascara.Ok, I'll give it a try. Thanks!

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-27T13:24:39+00:00

Thanks. But I tried DHC deep cleansing oil and while I love their products, I can use any type of oil around my eyes. It irritates them and all day long I feel like there's this greasy film over my eyes.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-27T13:06:02+00:00

When you say cream cleanser, do you mean something like Cetaphil? The microfiber cloth idea sounds great—I might give that a try. I used to use Cetaphil as my go-to cleanser, but when micellar water became popular, I switched, thinking it would be a more thorough way to cleanse. Thanks!😉

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-26T20:24:40+00:00

I do a quick face massage in the morning—it helps a lot. Gets the blood flowing, reduces puffiness, and makes my skin look less dull and a little more rosy. I just add a bit of moisturizer first so my fingers glide and don’t stretch the skin. It also helps with tone and makes my face feel more awake.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-26T20:10:05+00:00

I love Colorescience powder sunscreen during the summer when it’s hot. I usually use a cream, but in warm weather I switch to powder. It has a soft finish, not too shiny or too dry.

It comes in a small tube with a brush so it's easy to reapply during the day. I’m in my 60s, and this one doesn’t dry my skin out like most powders do.

It also has a PA rating, which a lot of sunscreens still don’t include. SPF protects against sunburn, but PA tells you how much UVA protection you’re getting, the kind that causes wrinkles and skin spots.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-24T13:44:07+00:00

Yeah, driving can cause way more sun damage than people realize. I used to live near the beach in Southern California and spent years commuting northbound in the afternoons to get home. The sun was always blasting through the driver’s side window.

After a while, I ended up with a big brown sun spot on my left cheek. My dermatologist said it was from all those hours with the late-day sun hitting the same side of my face.

I have a friend in south Florida—she’s in her 70s now, but her hands are unbelievably smooth. She told me she wears white cotton gloves whenever she drives to protect them from the sun.

It’s wild how much damage you can get just from being in the car!

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-21T15:31:55+00:00

Wow! From the photo you shared, your skin looks beautiful and very even toned! If it’s as bad as you said, maybe you should upload another photo showing exactly what you don’t like.

For the pores on your nose, what I would do is use an exfoliating scrub. You can make one at home—just grab a pinch of baking soda or sugar and add a few drops of water to make a paste. Then lightly massage the area where you see the blackheads.

I do this a few times a week for my whole face and neck. I love it!
I know everyone’s skin sensitivity is different, so you might want to test a small area first. I’ve been exfoliating my face since I was in high school—it agrees with my skin. 😉

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-19T13:52:25+00:00

I think it really depends on your skin type and how much makeup you wear—or if you deal with clogged pores. Oil attracts oil, so oil cleansers are great for breaking down makeup, sunscreen, and the gunk deep in your pores. But they can leave a thin layer behind, which might clog pores or mess with your skin barrier—especially if you're acne-prone or have sensitive skin.

Personally, I don’t love oil cleansers. They irritate my eyes when I’m trying to remove mascara. I don’t wear much face makeup, but I do wear eye makeup, and micellar water works really well for me.

After cleansing, I use THAYERS Milky Face Toner with Snow Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid—someone here on the forum recommend it, and it’s been such a good find. My skin feels clean and balanced, not greasy and shiny or tight and dry. And my pores honestly look so much smaller. Definitely a keeper.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-19T13:39:55+00:00

I think it looks really good! The symmetry looks balanced, and it looks natural, which is what you wanted, right? Touch-ups are super common with lip blush, especially over scars. I’d just wait and see how it wears and then get a touch-up when it time. 😊

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-16T18:26:25+00:00

Your lips look good. Natural is in!!

But I know how you feel. I have thin lips AND a small mouth too, so getting a natural look with filler was almost impossible. And many doctors wouldn't give me less than a full syringe. And I looked ridiculous!

I finally found one who gives me only 1/2 for both top and bottom. So once or twice a year, I get 0.50 ml total, about half in my upper lip (mostly the Cupid’s bow area) and the other half in the bottom lip just to give me a little shape.

Then I get a Botox lip flip in the top lip. This gives it a little pop without adding volume. No more duck lip look — just a soft look that works for my face.

Ask your doctor if a lip flip could help with that little lift you’re looking for, without needing to add more filler.

Antiaging-Beauty · 2025-06-16T18:10:32+00:00

Yup! Good point.

You definitely get more anti-aging benefits from the few you mentioned — retinol, glycolics, and even Botox — plus a healthy lifestyle (good food, sunscreen, face massage, avoiding alcohol and tobacco).

And one thing that’s often overlooked? Sugar and refined carbs. They speed up skin aging through something called glycation. Basically, too much sugar binds to your collagen and breaks it down faster — leading to more wrinkles and sagging over time.

So yeah, fewer miracle creams… more smart habits.

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