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Best of 2017 ~ Anti-Aging!

This is my round-up of the Best of 2017 for Anti-Aging!

Happy 2018! I can’t believe 2017 is over and that we’re all another year older!

Aging is inevitable but if you like to fight the signs of aging and be your best self at every age, then you’re in the right place! I tried lots of creams, lotions, potions, & gadgets this year and here’s my report on what worked and what’s the best!

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Best All-Mineral Sunscreens

NuFace Review & Demo

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60 Responses to "Best of 2017 ~ Anti-Aging!"

Rhonda says:

March 20, 2018 at 3:12 pm

Hi Angie I am using the products you have reviewed in your morning evening routine. I have started getting lots of black heads which I never used to get. Which product do you think would be responsible? I’m not sure which one to eliminate? Did you find this?

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 20, 2018 at 9:23 pm
  
  Hi Rhonda~ I didn’t have that problem so I can’t begin to guess which ingredient might have caused it… wish I could be more helpful. :/
  
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Tracy Sheel says:

March 20, 2018 at 2:34 pm

Hi Angle. Instead of using olay moisturer could I use Aveeno ageless.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 20, 2018 at 9:25 pm
  
  Sure!
  
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Tracy Sheel says:

February 26, 2018 at 1:06 pm

Hi Angle. I can not get retinol in England. Could you please tell me which is second best. Thankyou.

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 3, 2018 at 9:04 am
  
  If you can’t get retinol, I’d use glycolic acid. Be sure to choose a produce with 5-10% glycolic acid formulated at a pH of 3.5-4.0.
  
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  1. Tracy Sheel says:
    
    March 6, 2018 at 11:37 am
    
    Hi Angle. thankyou for your answer. I got glycolic acid and it is a skin peel don’t no if I got the right one. I am thinking of doing the skin peel, but I wanted to no how long would I have to wait before I can start using my own oil’s. I use your routine in the morning and at night. Would be very greatest.
    
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Atika Begum says:

February 17, 2018 at 12:48 am

Hi Angie,
I would like to know why you are using Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle in your evening skin care regimen instead of Cerave PM? Does it have some essential ingredients that do not exist in CeraVe? And why you dont use Thayer’s Hazel toner in the morning?

Thanks
Atika

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 3, 2018 at 12:58 pm
  
  I use the Neutrogena cream on my neck because it contains retinol, but I don’t use it on my face because I use a much stronger prescription retinoid there. I use CeraVe PM all over because it contains ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. So the 2 creams contain different ingredients. I don’t feel the need for toner in the morning.
  
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ChicagoAmy says:

February 13, 2018 at 4:31 pm

I just thought I’d leave a post and let anyone that sees it know, Timeless (what Angie uses) is having a 50% off sale for Valentine’s Day! 🙂

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E says:

February 1, 2018 at 1:15 pm

Hi, Angie.

What would you say are the most important products to your skincare regimen?

I’d like to try just about everything you’ve been doing, but I can only buy so much at a time, so I’m wondering what to focus on first.

Thanks so much for teaching us all so much about skincare for us older folks!

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1. Angie says:
  
  February 5, 2018 at 9:12 pm
  
  Most important for me are Retin-A, Vitamin C serum, CeraVe PM moisturzer, and sunscreen.
  
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Libby says:

January 23, 2018 at 5:57 pm

Hi Angie!
I was wondering if you would do a review on the Nurse Jamie products. There is a triangle and a face roller.

I love your reviews!

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Angela Ramos says:

January 22, 2018 at 1:12 pm

hello, thank you for all your testing. can you send a link for a list of your recommendations. And also a list on the order sequence on how to use these products.
Thanks!

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1. Angie says:
  
  February 6, 2018 at 10:09 pm
  
  You can find it here: http://www.hotandflashy50.com/winter-anti-aging-skincare-routine-printable-guide/
  
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Petra says:

January 20, 2018 at 10:24 am

Hi Angie,

Thank you so much for all of your information. I love watching your videos. I’ve picked up a variety of things you like to use. Some winners, some losers, some in between.

I had a question as to why you use the Vitamin C serum in the am instead of in pm as the instructions recommend? It feels kind of sticky to me to put on before makeup, so I’ve been using it at night, but was just wondering if there is a certain reason.

I loved the Dior palette you have been talking about. Sadly, that palette and the Lorac PRO Palette 2 cause major eyelid irritation, which I’ve never really had before, caused my eyelids to become red, itchy, scaly – not good. It was definitely the plum color in both and the navy in the Lorac palette. I loved that plum! I was beyond bummed.

In my quest for that pretty plum and the pink of the Dior palette, I found the Tartelette Amazonian Clay Matte Finish palette. It’s so pretty and the shadows are silky soft, with minimal fallout. I’ve been playing with the day and night looks, it is very subtle and pretty. At first, I thought that I could use the plums (Best Friend and Bombshell) in this palette, as it didn’t cause as much irritation at first, and it is made without stuff like parabens, etc. Unfortunately, after having it on several hours, the itching and redness started. I might be able to get away with it if I only have it on a couple hours, but not sure the irritation is worth it. Would love if you would do a review on this and show some other fun ways to use it – maybe avoiding the Best Friend and Bombshell colors. http://tartecosmetics.com/en_US/collections/amazonian-clay/tartelette-amazonian-clay-matte-palette/846733010745.html?noredirect=true&gclid=CjwKCAiA7ovTBRAQEiwAo8dPcVKpbHQsBg_nmIryOzGuWh-Fuq4QTVlRq1hAXNVU-gKYOpDW7djnnxoCR-4QAvD_BwE

Thanks again for all you do!

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Roma says:

January 15, 2018 at 9:32 am

Hi Angie! I love watching your channel an have learned a TON about skin care. I am in my thirties and I was wondering if you had any thoughts on marula oil for its hydrating and antiaging benefits, as it also has vitamin C in it. Thanks!

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Patrícia says:

January 13, 2018 at 2:43 pm

Angie, I just stumbled onto your site via YouTube and love it! I especially love how you are addressing things like people thinking that you were overdoing your filler.

Your experiences echo mine, although Fraxel recovery for you was a fraction of mine. I Balloon up and am unrecognizable for 3 days. Now I’ve switched to BBL and love it for clear skin.

I came to your site to see if you’d reviewed Ultherapy for the neck, so please do it soon!!!

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Nancy H says:

January 13, 2018 at 12:58 pm

Angie –

So thankfull you do what you do and share with the rest of us. I did purchase the NuFace and wow. love it. I also purchased the ELE for the NuFace. I am not sure it really does anything for me. Thinking of returning it. How is it working for you?
Not sure it is worth the expense, time and effort??

Thanks…Nancy

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 21, 2018 at 11:04 pm
  
  Hi Nancy~ I’m still testing it and I’m on the fence. It takes lots more time but I think it might be lifting my eyelids more so could be a keeper… the photos will let me know for sure… I have about 10 days to go.
  
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  1. LC says:
    
    January 24, 2018 at 4:13 pm
    
    I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the ELE as well. And especially the Wrinkle Reducer attachment for the NuFace…what is your experience with that attachment?
    Thanks!!
    
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Heather says:

January 12, 2018 at 10:25 pm

Hey Angie!
Once again you knock it out of the park with such tried and true information for us! I started using retin a according to your plan and have noticed small breakouts about 3 days afterwards. Is this normal? Thanks again for what you do!

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 21, 2018 at 11:09 pm
  
  Hi Heather~ I don’t know… it could be an ingredient in the one your using. I’d call the prescribing doctor and tell them about it and ask them to suggest another type. xo ~angie
  
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Stacy Sullivan says:

January 11, 2018 at 2:16 am

Angie- love your channel and all the testing you do! Wanted to share a new find that I ordered a couple of weeks ago based on a post in Reddit for “No Make Up” days. I tried the Dr. Jart’s Cicapair – Tiger Grass Color Correcting (SPF 30). Amazing!
Maybe you can try it out? You seem to have similar skin and it really worked with no makeup for me and it has sunscreen. https://www.sephora.com/product/cicapair-tiger-grass-color-correcting-treatment-spf-30-P411540

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Julie says:

January 8, 2018 at 11:12 am

Hi Angie, could you give me an idea of the cost of your Retin A Tretinoin cream and how long 1 tube lasts? Thank you so much! Love your blog and videos!

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 9, 2018 at 12:47 pm
  
  Hi Julie~ Retin-A full price at CVS is around $200 for a 45 gram tube. If insurance covers it it’s a $10 copay. If I use a http://www.goodrx.com coupon the cost comes down to around $75. a 45 gram tube lasts me about 9 months on nightly use.
  
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  1. Pam says:
    
    January 16, 2018 at 1:51 pm
    
    If you know anyone in Mexico or overseas, that is where I purchase Retin-A. I just purchased 40 oz tubes in Puerta Vallarta for $24.
    
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  2. lisa says:
    
    February 7, 2018 at 7:31 am
    
    would you all suggest differin as a good alternative?
    
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Diana says:

January 7, 2018 at 1:50 pm

Hello! I have been a fan for a while & you look so great! I took the plunge & ordered your HG Chanel foundation & several items from your Amazon link too. I am getting close to 50, so I need to be doing something better. Looking forward to more reviews from you.
Happy New Year!
Diana

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Janice Morin says:

January 6, 2018 at 12:35 pm

Bought Channel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long Lasting Eyeliner. I use it on my waterline, under my upper lid eyelashes. Not skilled at lining the upper lid over lashes. This product goes on very easily, stays on all day and comes off with a little eye makeup remover. I am 65 so eyelids are a bit saggy.

Would like a less expensive option, what would you suggest?

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1. Janice says:
  
  January 6, 2018 at 12:37 pm
  
  Really like your channel.
  
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2. Angie says:
  
  January 7, 2018 at 9:16 pm
  
  My fave eyeliner pencils are Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eyeliner Pencils and Physicians Formula Shimmer Strips Eyeliner Trios.
  
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nancie says:

January 6, 2018 at 4:52 am

hi miss angie

i have been following you for years i strayed from. a diligent anti aging regimen on a consistent basis and oh boy – so i’ve been watching your videos and got most all the make up and skin care and this paycheck i’m getting
the timeless coq10 and matrixynl – and the ordinary – the tao is sold out

you are a super inspiration and i’m disgusted with how dull my skin looks – i’m looking forward to seeing what happens to my consistent regime

i’d love to see a segment on how you organize and store or contain your make up

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 7, 2018 at 9:30 pm
  
  Hello Nancie, I was just trying to organize my makeup today! It’s so hard with so much but I’ll be doing a video on it soon. In the mean time, I’m so happy you’re getting you skin care game going again!! Hope you see great changes quickly. xo ~angie
  
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Holly Ann says:

January 5, 2018 at 4:38 pm

Hi Angie…I have been following you for a few years now. I am 56 and have close to same coloring as you do along with the heavy upper eyelids. Most the products you recommend I have tried! Some I love and continue to use and some just OK. Like you say everyone is different. I am getting married this April 29th and was thinking of having either microdermabrasion or fraxel laser treatment. I have both some age spots, fine lines. Would you recommend one over the other keeping in mind the time frame Im working with along with your thoughts on the cost. I would love to hear back from you with your thoughts.

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 7, 2018 at 9:45 pm
  
  Hi Holly Ann~ Congratulations on your upcoming marriage! If you can afford it, I’d go with the fraxel over the microdermabrasion. I haven’t had microdermabrasion but I have a friend who got it done a couple years ago and her report was that it didn’t do much for her age spots or wrinkles, but made her skin soft. One Fraxel definitely made a difference in my skin. I’d get it done at least a month before the wedding so you’ll be fully healed. xo ~angie
  
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Jennifer says:

January 4, 2018 at 5:42 pm

Hi Angie!
I just discovered you on YouTube and am new to using that platform for information, but I love it and your channel really stands out in terms of quality of information. I’m 40, but am really motivated now to get serious about using topicals religiously, so thank you for sharing!
One thing I looked into on this video is the laser. There are a few people on this post https://www.realself.com/review/york-ny-tria-age-defying-laser-tria-eye-laser-worse?offset=2&sle=0
who say it made their wrinkles worse, or created them where there are none! I just wanted to make you aware of that. I know I did laser treatments for cellulite and it made it worse! I just want to lyk and clear my conscience. Love you!

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 7, 2018 at 10:00 pm
  
  Hi Jennifer~ Thanks for the link. There are risks involved with any at-home device or in-office treatment. I’m always careful to use things properly and I try not to over do it which can cause irritation and make skin look worse. Wish me luck! xo ~angie
  
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Lulu says:

January 4, 2018 at 5:04 pm

I’d love to see injectables in the hands. I hate looking at mine, now. They give me the shivers. Does the AHA lotion you use all over for on your hands like they did your legs for crepey-ness?

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1. Angie says:
  
  January 7, 2018 at 10:03 pm
  
  Hi Lulu~ I do use the AHA body lotion on my hands as well as Retin-A and sunscreen so I’m hoping they’ll improve over time, but being hands they’re exposed to so much more wear and tear that it might take more than topicals… 🙁
  
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Jam Jan says:

January 4, 2018 at 3:16 pm

I am really hoping you do a review on the magnetic lashes floating around on FB and instagram advertising!

Also, I have started using differin as well. After reading all the negative reviews on amazon (which was mostly due to user error), I decided to start out slowly at one day a week. My skin itches for a couple days afterwards but otherwise it’s fine. I use it in place of retin a prescription as I don’t have one yet.

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Diane says:

January 4, 2018 at 8:59 am

Angie, your hands look great! In my opinion you don’t need injections!
Thanks for all the skin care advice, I especially like all the serums you have suggested. Truly appreciate all that you do to help us with our anti aging!
Keep up the good work!
Happy New Year!
Diane

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Lisa says:

January 4, 2018 at 7:27 am

Hi Angie,
Thanks so much for your work in anti-aging! I have very sensitive skin, but am able to use Renova, and my neck tolerates this. It is worth the expense to me. I have seen a difference over time (I have been using Renova on my neck for 1 year, but have used it on my face for years). I am very interested in the Ultherapy, but reviews are mixed. I am hoping for something to slow down the sagging process.

Happy New Year!

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Tammy says:

January 4, 2018 at 12:24 am

Angie, I am addicted to your videos. What a treat for us “mature” women. I would LOVE to see an ultherapy video. In 2017, I did delve into researching this treatment for my 57-year-old chin and jawline, which is somewhat thin as you mentioned yours being. I do understand the procedure is painful but seems most of the professional beauty enhancements are. I go to a actual dermatologist who surgically treats skin cancers, uses many lasers, does fillers, etc.; his equipment is state-of-the-art. I inquired as to why he did not offer ultherapy and although vague, his reply was that he would definitely have it where it not for the problems. So I halted my research but have not lost my curiosity about it. Will love to hear of your findings and/or personal experience. Thanks again for all you do for women.

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Karen says:

January 3, 2018 at 7:11 pm

Angie, really enjoy your channel. Would love to see a start to finish hair routine including products and tools. Also, will you be reviewing the nuface trinity ele and wrinkle reducer soon? It seems like its been forever since you spoke about them. Additionally, do you know anything about fractora forma?

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Natalie says:

January 3, 2018 at 12:25 pm

Hi Angie,
I was taught at Esthetic School in the 80’s to treat neck skin as delicately as eyelids; which means very carefully. It seems you get frustrated with how sensitive your neck skin is but it is normal. I still use a gentle touch and eye creams on my neck; it is a loosing battle but doing the best I can.

Love you videos; thanks for all the hard work you do!

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Lynne says:

January 3, 2018 at 9:42 am

Hi Angie- I am 54 and find your videos and recommendations so helpful! I am wondering if you have ever tried a product called “City Lips”by City Beauty-Dr Turk? No matter what I use on my lips they always have lots of lines. I have tried so many products , with very little success. I always have a good moisturizing lip balm on during the day and use Aquafor at night, but still my lips are heavily lined. Help! I hate it. Thank you for addressing the issues that women our age have with skincare and makeup-your tips and advice has been so helpful!

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Kathy Beemer says:

January 3, 2018 at 9:29 am

Hi. I’m recently new to your videos. I’m loving all of the info. Have you done a show on age spots on hands?

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Betty says:

January 2, 2018 at 11:47 pm

Angie, Thank you for all of your great information. I have started to use the timeless serums and they work great. And I bought the Differin and all I can say is awesome. Next I want to get the Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face Lotion cause it does both UVA and UVB rays. Happy New Year Angie. I am new to your blog and I love all the information you give all of us mature women.

Thanks,
Betty

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Lily says:

January 2, 2018 at 5:07 pm

Hi Angie, here same problems with the neck. I’m 53 and the last few years I can’t use my Tretinoïn on the neck anymore. Therefore I tried all percentages of Retinol. Even 0,1 is difficult. Now I’m trying PRP in the neck. I looked up information about Ulthera in the past but I found some reviews reporting losing fat in the neck a few months after the treatment. So I don’t dare. Lately I’m considering to buy the Nuface. I want to try it on my neck. Did you try it on your neck Angie?
Following you for a few years now (out of Holland) and always looking forward to a new article 😉

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1. Lily says:
  
  January 2, 2018 at 5:14 pm
  
  Forgot to mention that, two years ago, I tried Venus Legacy in combination with Venus Viva (series of treatments). I definitely had results! Too bad: after a few months the (really) great results startet to disappear bit by bit.
  
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Adriana says:

January 2, 2018 at 5:02 pm

The neck is the definite age give away. I use Retin A on my neck and have for a number of years but it’s still saggy and crepey. I looked into Ulthera a few years ago but the before and after pictures didn’t look good enough for the amount of money they wanted to charge. Maybe it’s improved. I have the NuFace and I do like it. While it didn’t help the jowls, it does make my skin look more firm. Thanks for all the tips. I’ve utilized quite a few that you have given us. Love your videos!

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1. Lily says:
  
  January 2, 2018 at 5:18 pm
  
  Hi Adriana, do you use the NuFace on the neck? If you do, does it help? Hope you read this!
  
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  1. Adriana says:
    
    January 2, 2018 at 6:36 pm
    
    Hi Lily,
    No, I haven’t tried it on the neck. I wasn’t sure if it was made for that area. I was kind of leery because of the thyroid potentially being affected.
    
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2. Lulu says:
  
  January 2, 2018 at 6:14 pm
  
  I looked into plastic surgery for my jowls and just starting to get loose neck. Jowels aren’t that bad at all, but they bother me, and I thought if I did something now no one would notice. Plastic surgeon recommended Ultherapy as an option for me. It was $3500, only lasts a couple years and I wasn’t that impressed with the pictures I saw for most of them for the money.. I decided not to do either, and if the Jowels and/or neck get really bad, I’ll just opt for surgery.
  
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marty says:

January 2, 2018 at 4:42 pm

Angie, many thanks for all your work in testing- I value your suggestions as I know you take time to check things out. I have used the Timeless serums and liked them, but am going to start using tretinoin this week (at 65- better late than never, I guess!!) and am curious about The Ordinary lactic acid serum…would that be something I could use with the tretinoin or not? What’s your opinion of it versus the Timeless serums?

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Erin says:

January 2, 2018 at 1:32 pm

Crypt-keeper hands! Thank you for all the tests, reviews and tutorials…always done with humor and honesty. I’ve learned so much from your site, and I’ll be looking forward to hearing about your Ultherapy experience!

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Mudrick says:

January 2, 2018 at 12:55 pm

Hi, I love your channel! I’m wondering if you have seen any studies on the effectiveness of Differin for anti aging? It seems there has been very little research on its effect for this use although I feel like it is has been effective and less irritating for me.

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san says:

January 2, 2018 at 12:31 pm

Hi Angie! Happy New Year! You didn’t mention the facial shaver. Does that mean you didn’t like it?

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1. Angie says:
  
  February 6, 2018 at 10:22 pm
  
  The Finishing Touch Flawless was in my Best Beauty Finds of 2017 post. I love it!
  
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