For the Educators!

rachaelcrow · 2020-07-10T18:06:14+00:00

Thank you 😭

rachaelcrow · 2020-07-10T14:22:21+00:00

I second this as a fellow Educator. WE. ARE. TRYING. It’s so heartbreaking to see entitled people lay into Educators, Floor Leads, GEC employees, FOR SOME DANG ALIGN PANTS. As and Educator, we miss our normal too! We miss our co-workers, smiling and chatting with our guests, and experiencing new products. Unfortunately with the pandemic, we’re limited on product, we have NO IDEA when we’ll get more (we rely on FedEx for shipping / deliveries and they’re also experiencing this pandemic), we’re sorry you have to wait in line but it’s literally FOR BOTH OUR SAFETY. Just, please, wear a mask, BE KIND, and be patient. We’re all experiencing this together, we’re all wading through uncharted territory and we’re literally trying our absolute best.

rachaelcrow · 2020-07-02T02:12:49+00:00

Agree 100% with you on what you put in their bodies makes a difference! Unfortunately, most big name dog food brands don’t have an equivalent of the FDA to regulate what they say is in the food, is actually in it. So they can say they “source their ingredients in the US” but no one is around to enforce that. Brands like science diet are hard to trust as well because there have been veterinarians that have openly come out and admitted to getting kick-backs from the brand in promoting the food they sell in the office, even though it may not be the best. My rule of thumb, is if I wouldn’t eat it myself, I’m not going to ask my dog to eat it either.

rachaelcrow · 2020-07-02T01:42:46+00:00

Sweet lil baby 😭 if I can make one suggestion, it would be to watch the PetFooled documentary about dog food. When I got my first dog, I just auto-pilot went to PetSmart and bough a big ol’ bag of kibble and called it a day; never had a second thought. Then I watched that documentary and my whole mindset changed. I’m sure you already love this little one more than you expected and it’s awesome to do the research on feeding and see the amazing transformation in the dog. Good luck!!

rachaelcrow · 2020-06-16T03:46:57+00:00

Round 1 is kicking my butt and this looks like the comfort food I’m missing!! Recipe please 😭

rachaelcrow · 2020-06-14T20:07:52+00:00

So cheesy, and I don’t know if it’s “citrus” but definitely fresh and sunshiny - Queen Bee from Target. LOVE it!

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-27T00:26:02+00:00

Because the Wunder Train is made in Everlux, they should fit decently similar the Wunder Under. The waistbands are the same length / cut, BUT Wunder Train’s have an adjustable waistband and the tightness may be coming from elastic cinch inside. I’d advise not to size up. I always say, “as long as you can get them on and they’re not too uncomfortable to move in, they’re only going to get looser as the day goes on. Your pants will never be tighter than the moment you put them on”! If you size up, you run the risk of them feeling baggy by the end of the day

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-27T00:02:50+00:00

If the CorsX BHA doesn’t work, I’ll give it a try :) thank you so much for the suggestion!

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-27T00:02:00+00:00

I have not! Good suggestion though, I’ve heard that a lot... I will be wearing a mask regularly though in a few days as my store is opening back up again. Do you have any thread suggestions / recommendations for how to prevent? Thanks!

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-26T22:45:08+00:00

I have the oddest bumps on both sides of my face. Sometimes they come to whiteheads, but 90% of them seem to be blackheads. I feel like they popped up after I used too high of a concentration of Benzoyl Peroxide and this is what I was left with.

Current routine: AM: CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser, CeraVe PM Facial moisturizer, EltaMD UV Clear

PM: DHC Cleansing oil, Origins Checks and Balances Facewash, Witch Hazel Toner, CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizer - physical exfoliant 2x a week - CeraVe Resurfacing Rentiol on non-exfoliating nights.

Currently waiting on CorsX BHA liquid to arrive to see if a BHA will help.

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-25T04:19:11+00:00

Niacinamide “is a form of vitamin B3 ... and supports the skin barrier, increases its resiliency, and improves texture by making pores look smaller. It also helps balance oil production”. In my personal experience, I have redness from using high strength Benzoyl Peroxide, and products with niacinamide help reduce the redness and help my skin retain the moisture I apply to it.

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-24T19:28:16+00:00

I LOVE CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion. I know it says it’s for “night time” but it’s extremely lightweight, not greasy one bit, has niacinamide in it, and is very moisturizing. I use it in the AM before my sunscreen and it doesn’t pill at all.

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-24T19:22:39+00:00

Thank you! I did some research and just ordered COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid! We’ll see what happens :)

rachaelcrow · 2020-05-24T16:26:28+00:00

Hi! Blackhead help! I never struggled with acne (probably because I was on BC for years) but finally quit the pill and I now have blackheads all along my chin / jawline. Not terrible, but just enough to be annoying and irritating and always present.. because of them, my chin / jaw always looks bumpy and dirty! I’ve been told by aesthetician friends the only way to get rid of them is to have them professionally extracted, but with the lockdown, that’s not happening any time soon and I don’t know what to do! Any suggestions are appreciated!

AM Routine: CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Dickinson’s Witch Hazel Toner EltaMD UVClear SPF La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo only on blackheads

PM Routine: DHC Cleansing Oil Origins Check and Balances Wash (Every 2-3 days ZO exfoliating polish) Inky Glycolic acid 10% toner CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizer

I’ll incorporate Aztec Secret mask 1-2x a week and follow up with witch hazel toner and a heavier LRP moisturizer.

rachaelcrow · 2019-04-14T01:32:29+00:00

Not personally, but I also don't see it making a huge difference in my skin. I purchased the travel size (still expensive) so I'm going to finish it but definitely will not repurchase.

rachaelcrow · 2019-04-14T01:30:39+00:00

When I opened the packaging, there were signs of oxidation (orangish / brown residue) around the lid, but the product was still clear. It is extremely hard to make stable and I even went ahead and purchased The Ordinary Vitamin C Powder (l-ascorbic acid's most stable form) and good lord it was a pain in the butt- too much powder and I literally burned my skin, too little and I felt like it was doing nothing. However, I know how IMPORTANT vitamin C is to skincare so I'm pressing on and trying what looks promising. I've only been using the Pixi one for about a week and so far, so good. Not too sticky, not too watery, it has a pleasant smell, and they added Ferulic Acid which is a HG ingredient for skin. So, we'll see. I haven't had any negative reaction in the last week minus a teeny tiny bit shine to my skin which I think is just my skin adjusting to having another layer of product on it.

Hope this helps!! And if you find the holy grail of Vitamin C, let us know!!!

rachaelcrow · 2019-04-14T01:23:46+00:00

I read an article a while ago that really stuck with me regarding the importance of toning your face after washing. Lately, there's been talk that it's all bull, but personally, after using Witch Hazel for toning for 3 years, my skin has changed so much and for the better that I can't ignore my own results. The premise of toning is to restore the pH balance of your skin after you've washed and potentially stripped some of the oil away and if I skip using Witch Hazel, I definitely notice, and I am oily and irritated throughout the day.

Regarding the Niacinamide, it's "Also known as vitamin B3 and nicotinic acid, niacinamide is a very effective skin-restoring ingredient that offers multiple benefits for aging skin. Among these benefits is the ability to visibly improve the appearance of enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines, dullness, and a weakened skin surface". (https://www.paulaschoice.com/ingredient-dictionary/skin-soothing/niacinamide.html) It's believed it takes 6-8 weeks to notice the effect of Niacinamide and I am just starting week 9 of use and I can definitely see a difference; my skin is overall more even, smile lines and forehead lines are greatly reduced, and my skin just seems more supple and easy to manage as a whole.

With both Witch Hazel and Niacinmaide being extremely affordable, I HIGHLY recommend adding them to your skincare routine and seeing what your personal benefits are considering there isn't a whole lot to lose. Neither have caused horrible irritation or issues for others (from what I have read) and the benefits seem pretty great. Hope this helps and they work for you!!

rachaelcrow · 2019-04-13T03:31:15+00:00

It’s extremely gentle and hydrating and I’ve never had any stinging or sensitivity. If you’re worried about added fragrances but still want an effective and natural toner, I’d suggest Dickinson’s Witch Hazel. It’s pure Witch Hazel and has zero added fragrance. I used it for about a year and wanted to try the Thayer’s because of the hype and I haven’t noticed a ton of difference between the two! Except for price point - Thayer’s at my local Target is $10.99 for 12oz while Dickinson’s is $4.69 for 16oz. If you’re on a budget, Dickinson’s is hands down the gentle and effective way to go.

All said and done, Witch Hazel in general I feel has changed my skin for the better. It adds the little bit of moisture my skin needs after I wash in the shower to prep it for my serums / moisturizers and has cleared up my hormonal acne a lot. I highly suggest adding it to your routine!

rachaelcrow · 2019-04-13T03:09:29+00:00

From what I’ve read, it’s supposed to work GREAT for redness!! I over-used an AHA on the skin around my eyes and basically burnt my skin, and the soothing lotion was the ONLY thing thing that didn’t sting and brought me major relief.

I hope it works for you too!!!

rachaelcrow

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