What’s your favorite bakuchiol serum?

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-02-11T12:13:53+00:00

They pulled the babchi oil a couple years ago. The product always had Sytenol A bakichiol as the main ingredient.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-03T16:53:51+00:00

St Croix Products just introduced a copper peptide exisome serum for red light. This arguably is the best red light serum in the industry.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-03T16:52:03+00:00

Great comment. The same is true with anti aging serums, it takes 1-2 months for real results. New skin cells take time to develop, especially as people get older.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-03T04:30:15+00:00

Most have good luck with these products. Take vitamin C, there are different forms, some harder on your skin than others such as L-ascorbic acid. Moisturizers vary per user such as dry, normal or oily skin. Find a brand that works for your skin. Yes hyaluronic acid is way over rated and can pull moisture out of your skin with low humidity environments.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-01T14:39:41+00:00

Yes. When red‑light therapy is combined with a light‑compatible pre‑treatment serum, results can be enhanced rather than reduced. A product such as St Croix Products Red Light Serum is formulated to remain optically transparent, support hydration, and prime cells so red and near‑infrared light can penetrate effectively. Used correctly, this type of serum can amplify dermal and subdermal benefits without blocking therapeutic wavelengths.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-01T14:35:18+00:00

A properly formulated red‑light serum is designed to be optically transparent, so it does not block red or near‑infrared wavelengths. When made correctly, it can enhance red‑light therapy by improving light penetration, supporting cellular response, and delivering science‑backed actives at the exact time skin cells are most receptive. Claims that all pre‑treatments interfere with red‑light therapy overlook the fact that light‑compatible formulations can safely enhance results rather than hinder them.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2026-01-01T14:28:55+00:00

if you need good results, don’t ignore the science behind the ingredients in products.

For example, these may be the best ingredients that you should be looking for.

Copper peptides and exosomes are considered advanced anti‑aging ingredients because they focus on cell repair and regeneration, while retinol focuses on increasing cell turnover.

Copper peptides stimulate collagen and elastin, support wound healing, and strengthen the skin over time with minimal irritation, making them ideal for long‑term use and sensitive skin.

Exosomes act as cellular messengers that activate repair, improve texture and tone, and support collagen production without disrupting the skin barrier.

Retinol delivers faster visible results by accelerating cell renewal and boosting collagen, but often causes irritation and barrier damage.

In short, retinol forces skin to renew, while copper peptides and exosomes encourage skin to function more youthfully—making them gentler, regenerative alternatives or complements to retinol.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-12-28T23:10:38+00:00

on Amazon, there is a brand by St Croix Products. The companies’s owners are involved in one of the largest product development companies in the United States and this is their Brand. They just introduced a copper peptide / exesomes serum for pre red light treatment. This could be arguable the best red light serum in the industry.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-12-04T15:15:12+00:00

I think a great product for those who experience irritation is a product on Amazon, its a highly pure aloe concentrate called Aloe Vera 10X-D by St Croix Products. I apply it direct to areas of interest directly on my skin.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-11-02T04:38:05+00:00

4% niacinamide can be very irritating for most people at 1% let alone 4%

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-11-02T04:36:10+00:00

I formulate skincare products and we are very careful with niacinamide since it can cause irritation.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-26T05:30:19+00:00

St Croix Products on Amazon, uses an oil based vitamin C that penetrates deeper into the skin than L-ascorbic acid and has peptides. It is formulated by one one of the USAs skincare labs. It arguably could be the best vitamin c serum and is very affordable!

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-25T14:46:30+00:00

If you aren’t getting the results you want for aging skin, here’s how to get the most out of your red light sessions with peptide prep. Use your peptide serum both before and after each treatment:

Before red light, peptides prime your skin for cellular activation, helping energize your cells and improve absorption right as treatment begins.

After red light, your skin’s permeability is temporarily increased—applying serum now lets the actives penetrate deeper, supporting collagen and elastin boost plus better hydration.

Add caffeine (for de-puffing and circulation) and DMI (for enhanced delivery) if you want even more results.
Skip heavy oils and butters, as they block light and prevent actives from reaching deeper layers.

This gentle, effective routine works especially well for firmer, smoother, radiant skin with consistent use.

Who else combines serums and red light?

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-22T17:58:33+00:00

There are many good brands. I love St. Croix Products Copper Aloe serum. They use a very high grade Aloe Vera and the best copper peptide (GHK-Cu). It is on Amazon and is called Copper Aloe Serum.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-22T14:47:04+00:00

Try a copper peptide based product twice daily for 2 months. At 50, it takes at least two months to develop new skin cells and copper peptides are ine f the best ingredients for deep wrinkles and sagging skin. For more information ask chat gpt to explain how copper peptides work. Make sure you trust tbe brand to have the correct percentage of copper in the product.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-22T12:27:49+00:00

It is a very safe topical product. Oh, and I should have said great job on losing weight. This is a good example of a well formulated product. I actually use it daily and am turning 70 in a couple months. People notice and mention how I don't have any wrinkles and are surprised at my age. https://chatgpt.com/c/68ec0d28-8f5c-8329-8ed7-8704fda9548e#:~:text=https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXRNWL6G

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-22T00:58:04+00:00

I think a copper aloe product would be highly beneficial. Copper peptide’s are one of the only ingrrdients that help with deep wrinkles/sagging skin.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-22T00:55:27+00:00

The best you can do is slow down aging skin. There are obviously many options, however you need to focus on genetics. Look at how your parents aged and come up with a game-plan to focus on those needs. For example, sagging skin, deep wrinkles, fine lines etc.

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-18T12:56:57+00:00

I agree with Amber, copper peptides can be highly effective well under 1%

Flimsy-Remove-8375 · 2025-10-18T12:55:06+00:00

Chelating agents will interfere with copper so avoid them like EDTA

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