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Skincare Routine Updates ~ New Ordinary, CeraVe, Cleaning Tool, & Retin-A!

I’m trying some new products in my skincare routine that I thought I’d share with you!

Time will tell if they’ll find a permanent home in my routine…

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Morning Routine:

Evening Routine:

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17 Responses to "Skincare Routine Updates ~ New Ordinary, CeraVe, Cleaning Tool, & Retin-A!"

Angie says:

July 3, 2018 at 4:23 pm

I just tried the code and it’s working fine. You put in HotAndFlashy at checkout

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GG says:

March 18, 2017 at 8:15 pm

Hi Angie, I have been following you for about 2 years and often try products based on your recommendations. Two that I want to mention: Timeless 20% C+E+Ferulic Acid and Phytoceramides.

Timeless: Love the Vitamin C ++serum! I use the Obagi line and their 20% C was too harsh for me. The Timeless is great, I am seeing results and they are a great company to deal with.

Photoceramides: I am about 3 months in and I can say with confidence that my skin is definitely softer from head to toe!

I am 65 and have been using Obagi for 12 years but just started using the Retin A with it on a regular basis about 3 years ago. I have more fine lines than I care for but overall I have pretty good skin without discoloration or breakouts.

Enjoy your Foundation Fridays, have different ideas about HG foundation but they are still helpful. At this time I am liking the MAC Face and Body, I am retire so lasting 10-12 hours is not important. I also life the IT Cosmetics CC+ when thinned out with a blending sponge.

Keep up the good research!

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Ally says:

March 1, 2017 at 12:08 am

Great update, thanks! I do have some questions that some of the other readers might be able to respond to. First, I was wondering what folks do if/when your skin is freaking out and red, inflamed, dry, irritated, etc. I know my Retin A & Vit C needs to managed (I’ve used both for years), but I still have those days. My old stand-by moisturizer was Cetaphil as it was recommended by my Dermatologist and it’s still the only one that doesn’t irritate my skin when it’s reacting. Any suggestions?

Second, I was wondering if anyone here uses a similar routine (Retin A) and also has professional chemical peels, such as with PCA products? I did them for years before I started using Retin A. I feel like the peels address some deeper sun damage, but the Retin A is better with the fine wrinkles. But I need to stop the Retin A before & after peels, so I wonder what the point is? I’m just curious what others experience.

Lastly, I will share a favorite products of mine, which is Josie Maran’s Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47. I like that it’s a moisturizer & sunscreen all in one & it’s super soothing & moisturizing. However…I don’t really wear make up and this might be too ‘wet,’ for those who wear it. But all the others just don’t work & I still can’t wear make up over them anyway. Thanks!

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Laura says:

February 28, 2017 at 3:55 pm

I notice you use tretinoin instead of something like Paulas Choice Clinical1% Retinol Cream. Is that because the PC is not effective? Or is yours less expensive than PC? thanks

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1. Angie says:
  
  March 3, 2017 at 8:59 am
  
  Tretinoin is a prescription retinoid while retinol products (like PC’s) are OTC. Prescription retinoids are said to be 10X stronger/more effective than OTC retinols.
  
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  1. Maria says:
    
    June 15, 2017 at 10:17 pm
    
    Is that the case with the Differin?
    
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Lusa says:

February 28, 2017 at 9:23 am

Love you skin

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Sheri says:

February 27, 2017 at 3:03 pm

Hi, Angie. I know you gave up Olay Regenerist Microsculpting Serum, so I was wondering if you were aware that Olay has reformulated the Regenerist serums, both now being encouraged as light moisturizers. The ingredients list is indeed different than it used to be. The new Olay product (new to me anyway!) on the block is the Miracle Boost Concentrate Face Booster, to be used as a serum under moisturizer or cream. I’m a sucker, so I’m going to give it a try paired with the Regenerist Cream for a couple of weeks to see what it’s all about.

In my own nightly skin care routine I keep the big gun (Retin A) the same, but love to change things up with the serums and moisturizers every couple of weeks because I get bored. I’ve got a few different married partners (particular serum paired with a particular moisturizer) that I rotate: Estée Lauder, Olay, Paula’s Choice, Mad Hippie. To make it in my rotation you must be loaded up with antioxidants, some other strong active (i.e., niacinamide) and/or peptides.

You’re gorgeous and wonderful! I’ll let you know about the Olay “Miracle” Boost. If anyone else has tried it, let me know your honest opinion.

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1. Sheri says:
  
  March 18, 2017 at 12:09 pm
  
  I used the new Miracle Boost paired with the reformulated cream for 2 weeks. I loved the way they made my skin feel, and there was no pilling with the cream. It does feel much better than the old formula. These 2 will definitely stay in my nightly skin care rotation.
  
  Now on to Estée Lauder Nightwear Plus cream (cram-packed full of antioxidants!) paired with Advanced Night Repair serum for 2 weeks!
  
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Mara says:

February 26, 2017 at 10:46 am

Love your website and videos! From the parent company of Deciem look in to NIOD Copper Amino Isolate Serum. I have been using it for 3 months and don’t think I will ever stop using it. Noticed the difference after one week!

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vanessa says:

February 23, 2017 at 8:16 pm

You look awesome! I love your videos! I hope you review the BareMinerals SPF50 soon (I saw it on your shelf in one of the videos lol)

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Stephanie G. says:

February 23, 2017 at 5:10 pm

Hey – your make up in this video is fantastic. You and have similar coloring and I am very interested in the tutorial about how you did this. I just started wearing make up about two months ago and I literally, create shopping lists form your videos, and head out to Amazon or Ulta. I would love to recreate this look if you could do a tutorial…please? Thanks!

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Chrissy says:

February 21, 2017 at 11:44 pm

You seriously look incredible! Just radiant! Thank you for another great video post 🙂

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Kathleen says:

February 21, 2017 at 9:28 pm

Thanks for all the information! I feel like I need to go to remedial beauty school. I’m wondering about your eye care though… went back and re-watched your video but didn’t see any mention.

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1. Diane says:
  
  March 19, 2017 at 3:38 pm
  
  Does your Timeless code only work in Canada? It said it was invalid when I placed my order!
  Love the great tips..I’m older by several years but am trying to look my best.. (As a widow who’d like to get back in the game..)
  
  (Last spring I had a co2 laser peel, under an aesthetic, which left me with a row of deep wrinkles on my left cheek when I smile! NOTHING to help that..she paralyzed that side of my face w Dysport and my skin literally had no where to go..TOO aggressive;Do NOT recommend!!)
  
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  1. Angie says:
    
    March 24, 2017 at 11:39 am
    
    Try using my code in all lower case: hf5off
    
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Stephanie G. says:

February 21, 2017 at 7:05 pm

Would you add information on the makeup you are wearing in this video? Thanks.

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I’m trying some new products in my skincare routine that I thought I’d share with you!

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Morning Routine:

Evening Routine:

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