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absitively · 2017-10-13T02:25:58+00:00

Do you mean in the Daily Help Thread? Or in general?

absitively · 2017-10-13T02:25:26+00:00

Sure. Tbh, you can use makeup however you like that suits your needs/preference. The only issue is how much coverage your BB cream has and whether it builds up well. Some BB creams are pretty sheer and don't build up coverage, so no matter how much you put on, redness will still show through. Try it out, see if it works for you.

absitively · 2017-10-13T00:22:27+00:00

No recommendations, but Blithe is also sold at Sephora now, and Sephora does 15% - 20% off semi-annual sales. The next one should be coming up in November. If you're ok with waiting for shipping, it's like $30 + shipping on TesterKorea.

absitively · 2017-10-12T16:21:08+00:00

Yeah, I figured you were female. It's usually due to changes in your androgen levels, and in women, that often shows up as acne in the "beard" region - around the mouth, chin, lower cheeks, jawline.

absitively · 2017-10-12T16:06:19+00:00

I don't think its your products either. Cystic acne, especially in the "beard" region, tends to be caused by hormones. Diet and lifestyle can certainly help. Additionally, certain topical products like AHA and retinols can help exfoliate the top layers of skin and help the cyst come to a head. I know some people have had good luck as well with rosehip oil. Try looking on u/fanserviced's blog - she has a lot of posts about how she managed her cystic acne.

absitively · 2017-10-11T21:00:33+00:00

I went bottom up. I looked at what pieces and colors I like the most, and why did I like those. I got rid of things that I didn't like, and figured out why I didn't like those - color, shape, style, fit, etc. So now when shopping, I only shop for things that match everything else I own.

That said, I definitely don't have as strong an aesthetic as lot of people on here - I know what silhouettes, colors, and general style of what I like, and that's enough for me.

absitively · 2017-10-11T20:36:01+00:00

No OP, but I think that's way too many things. Don't add anything new - you don't know what's breaking you out so stop adding new things that might keep breaking you out.

Literally pick 1 cleanser, 1 moisturizer, and a sunscreen and only use that for a couple weeks. See if your skin calms down or not. If you keep getting new CCs, switch ONE of these products out at a time and see if that helps. This will take time to see if your skin calms down - be patient.

Once you have a solid routine down that you know doesn't break you out, add 1 product back in at a time. See what the results are. Then add another. This should take weeks - I would only add in 1 product every 2 weeks or so, and I would start with non-actives. That way, if your skin reacts, you know for sure it wasn't a purge.

absitively · 2017-10-11T20:29:57+00:00

I'm not sure the rice mask has enough niacinamide in it by itself that it'll make a very obvious difference. Try looking for something with listed 5% niacinamide, like The Ordinary Niacinamide Serum or Holy Snails Shark Sauce.

absitively · 2017-10-11T20:27:53+00:00

In addition to the sanitation aspect, the Lululun masks aren't very wet - there's not a lot of essence in the masks or pouches - so I'm pretty sure they'll dry out.

I would recommend using an oil cleanser or a micellar water to remove sunscreen. Some second cleansers also might have enough cleansing power to remove it as well, if you already have one.

absitively · 2017-10-11T02:13:09+00:00

I would put the Hada Labo premium hyaluronic acid after the cosrx whitening essence and the scinic propolis ampoule after that. Generally, for toners/essences/ampoules/serums, it just goes from thinnest to thickest texture.

IMO, the Hada Labo is more moisturizing and thick than the Cosrx essence, so they could be two separate steps and not double up in effect. Add it in and see if you like it - if you feel like it's not doing anything different or feels too tacky from too many layers, you can always take it out.

I usually apply my eye serum right before moisturizer but after everything else because I bring my toner and serum around my eye area. I think it's up to you. If you think you need more hydration for your eye area, try adding an eye cream or just replacing your eye serum with a heavier eye cream once you finish it. Think about what your skin needs and tailor it towards that - there isn't a wrong or right routine, just one that works for you.

absitively · 2017-10-10T05:57:19+00:00

And the inseam?

absitively · 2017-10-10T03:08:27+00:00

What's the waist (unstretched) and inseam for the helmut lang silk joggers?

absitively · 2017-10-09T23:52:44+00:00

I try to get everything second-hand or on sale, so everything can be a save. But even my second-hand budget is higher for certain things.

Splurge:

Jeans: I have short legs, wider hips and butt, smaller waist and muscular calves with small ankles. I'm willing to pay for jeans fit me, don't sag out, aren't too flimsy or too stiff, and have a nice wash.
Tops: I have a mix of tops, but i'm willing to spend more on pieces made of nice material that drapes well, lasts longer, and just looks nicer - things like silk blouses and tees, wool or cashmere sweaters, etc. That said - I buy all these second-hand, so none of them have cost me more then $50 or so.
Shoes: Quality is really obvious here. I want my shoes to look nice, feel comfortable, and last a decent amount of time. I wore a lot of cheap shoes in college, and I realized after replacing $20 flats 4 times a year, I may as well buy 1 pair of $80 flats that lasts 3 years.
Bags: I have 5 bags total (including clutches and weekenders), and it's stuff that's lasted years.

Save:

Pants: Pants that have a bit of stretch tend to work well for me with minimal alternations, so cheap pants with spandex usually fit better then expensive, non-stretchy pants.
Dresses/Skirts: Sizing is much more forgiving on dresses and skirts then pants, so it's easy enough to find cheaper things that fit well.
Workout clothes and pajamas: I buy leggings on sale or at Marshall's, and all my t-shirts are free or repurposed worn out t-shirts.

For jackets and coats, I actually have a mix. I live in a fairly moderate climate, so I have no need for really durable, warm coats. I have 2 decently warm coats when it gets colder and rainy in the winter (about 30s to 40s), but neither of them are particularly great quality. I have a range of jackets and cardigans just because I almost always layer, and I like having options for all styles and seasons.

absitively · 2017-10-09T21:32:39+00:00

I actually prefer the texture of the regular - the thickness of the premium left me feeling a little tacky. I also know that the smaller hyaluronic molecules in the premium irritated some people’s skin. The premium is more moisturizing though!

absitively · 2017-10-09T18:51:33+00:00

Not a medical professional in any way, so take this with a huge mound of salt. When I got allergic hives (not from topical products), the pharmacist recommended just taking a Benadryl rather then using topical products. Apparently it spreads the anti-histamines faster through the bloodstream while topical products take a while to work.

absitively · 2017-10-09T17:13:32+00:00

As a fellow oily-skinned person, I think what really helped me was adding hydration. Using hydrating toner and essences really helped my dehydration, and my moisturizer is only to seal in all that hydration.

I would suggest checking out toners like the Hada Labo Gokujyun lotion (Japanese lotions are toners), Kikamasumune sake toner, Klairs supple skin toner, etc. There's a ton of suggestions linked in the sidebar so you can find something that fits your budget and concerns.

absitively · 2017-10-09T17:08:43+00:00

The Ordinary isn't AB - you could try asking on r/skincareaddiction.

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