for the love of La Mer

[JazmenFlowers]

I know Chris and I (and Stevie, of course) are La Mer junkies, but I wondered how many of us use it and which ones you're using and what kind of results you've gotten. praise it, bash it, ask questions, comments...it's all things La Mer.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/www.cremedelamer.com/images/products/lm_3328_246.jpg

[DavidMn]

Ok, I'll start, how expensive is it?

[strandinthewind]

I use it daily and have great skin. To be fair, my skin was good before it. I also LOVE Lancome's new facial product, but, it is $225 for the jar.

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446140132&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574491207915&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395222441&bmUID=1169138365654&ev19=1:1

[DavidMn]

I use it daily and have great skin. To be fair, my skin was good before it. I also LOVE Lancome's new facial product, but, it is $225 for the jar.

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446140132&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574491207915&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395222441&bmUID=1169138365654&ev19=1:1WHoa! You mean for the size Jaz displayed in his sig?

[danax6]

I started using it about three years ago (the moisturizing cream) and had to stop a few months ago because I couldn't afford to buy a new batch. I have to say my skin has really taken a downturn after that. After Stevie in March I'm going to order a new jar and start again. It's magnificent stuff. :nod:

[JazmenFlowers]

Ok, I'll start, how expensive is it?
1 oz $110.00
2 oz. $195.00
16.5 oz. $1200.00

I use it daily and have great skin. To be fair, my skin was good before it. I also LOVE Lancome's new facial product, but, it is $225 for the jar.
I know...I had good skin before, thank god, but I love it. Do you actually use the creme de la mer morning and night? I just started doing that.

I watched some stuff about philosophy skincare and it looked good, I might try that. I need to get a weekly peel and intesive treatment program too, but not sure who has the best.

[DavidMn]

1 oz $110.00
2 oz. $195.00
16.5 oz. $1200.00


I know...I had good skin before, thank god, but I love it. Do you actually use the creme de la mer morning and night? I just started doing that.

I watched some stuff about philosophy skincare and it looked good, I might try that. I need to get a weekly peel and intesive treatment program too, but not sure who has the best.How big is the jar in your sig pic?

[JazmenFlowers]

How big is the jar in your sig pic?
oh, I'm not sure. it's just a random pic. I have 1 oz and have used it since about Sept/Oct of last year and still have at least half a jar left. a little goes a long way. I also have the eye balm and the lip balm, which both also go a long way.

[gldstwmn]

Well Jazzy, I use a lot of the products, some of which I am out of right now. About four times a year, Neiman's does a gift with purchase (you can do it online if you don't have a store near you) and they'll kick down with some pretty nice swag.
If I'm not wearing any makeup, I won't go outside without the SPF 18 Fluid. I also use the Miracle Broth cream every other night. The firming serum that comes in the little bottle with the eye dropper is magnficent for around the eyes after a late night. It feels really good when you put it on. I've also used the cleasing lotion (too heavy for me) and the cleansing gel (nice). I've heard that the eye balm is fab so I'm going to try that with my next La Mer run.
Oh yeah, now that Jazzy mentioned it, I have used the lip balm. It has a nice minty flavor to it.

[DavidMn]

oh, I'm not sure. it's just a random pic. I have 1 oz and have used it since about Sept/Oct of last year and still have at least half a jar left. a little goes a long way. I also have the eye balm and the lip balm, which both also go a long way.This is interesting. Ive never used any stuff like this, so what would you say is the best thing it does for you?

[JazmenFlowers]

Well Jazzy, I use a lot of the products, some of which I am out of right now. About four times a year, Neiman's does a gift with purchase (you can do it online if you don't have a store near you) and they'll kick down with some pretty nice swag.
If I'm not wearing any makeup, I won't go outside without the SPF 18 Fluid. I also use the Miracle Broth cream every other night. The firming serum that comes in the little bottle with the eye dropper is magnficent for around the eyes after a late night. It feels really good when you put it on. I've also used the cleasing lotion (too heavy for me) and the cleansing gel (nice). I've heard that the eye balm is fab so I'm going to try that with my next La Mer run.
awesome. thanks for the tips. I need to look into the Miracle Broth. yeah, the eye balm is fabulous. I need a good cleanser...especially one that takes off heavy stage makeup without stripping my skin. I've heard that philosophy's Purity Made Simple is the best, but I'm gonna keep looking.

[gldstwmn]

Ok, I'll start, how expensive is it?

Baby, if you have to ask, you don't want to know. :laugh:

[JazmenFlowers]

This is interesting. Ive never used any stuff like this, so what would you say is the best thing it does for you?
it does a lot. I'd say it helps even out the texture of your skin, hydrates very well and smooths out fine lines and wrinkles. it also gives your skin a nice, glowy look - if your skin looks sallow or dull, this would work wonders.

[DavidMn]

it does a lot. I'd say it helps even out the texture of your skin, hydrates very well and smooths out fine lines and wrinkles. it also gives your skin a nice, glowy look - if your skin looks sallow or dull, this would work wonders.Jeez! I'm not that bad.:lol: Although I am getting up there, 36 in March.:lol: :(

[gldstwmn]

awesome. thanks for the tips. I need to look into the Miracle Broth. yeah, the eye balm is fabulous. I need a good cleanser...especially one that takes off heavy stage makeup without stripping my skin. I've heard that philosophy's Purity Made Simple is the best, but I'm gonna keep looking.

You might want to get a sample of the La Mer cleasning lotion. I've used the Philososphy bath products because my daughter likes the smell of them but that's about it.
Also O don't know if you've ever tried Lancome Bi Facil eye makeup remover but that stuff will remove just about anything without drying even waterproof mascara.

[strandinthewind]

I use only the Creme de La Mer shown in this thread. I sued the other stuff, but was not really into it. I will get some more eye balm when I get around to it, but that is about it.

For my neck and below, I use Eucerin every day.

[ontheEdgeof17]

Whatever happened to just using Noxema? Am I behind the times? :shocked:

[DavidMn]

I sued the other stuff Lawyer. Figures!:lol:

[gldstwmn]

Whatever happened to just using Noxema? Am I behind the times? :shocked:

No. I used that for many years. It's just that my skin is too old for that now. You still have that young, beautiful baby skin. I'm jealous.

[gldstwmn]

I use only the Creme de La Mer shown in this thread. I sued the other stuff, but was not really into it. I will get some more eye balm when I get around to it, but that is about it.

For my neck and below, I use Eucerin every day.

Eucerin is the best. I can't live without it in the winter.

[rbs3676]

I used La Mer for about a month - the moisturizer cream and the eye balm - and I developed tiny little bumps around my eyes. My dermatologist told me to stop using the new products. I did and the bumps went away. I really loved the texture of the eye cream, though.

Now, I am a devoted Kiehl's fanatic. I swear by their products. :thumbsup:

rbs

[sara1998]

I wish I could afford to try it. I would love something, anything at all, to help reduce acne scarring on my face. Any suggestions??

[SuzeQuze]

I use Lumene from CVS. I don't think expensive creams work better but they make you feel like they do cuz you spent so much damn money on them! ;) If I had a bit of extra money though I would probably buy Creme de la Mer to see for myself. Lumene works really well and my skin definitely is in much better shape since I started using their night cream. I think the important thing is to use a good night cream and wear sunscreen during the day. The sunscreen is the most important thing! I've been doing that for nearly 12 years and I am sure it has made all the difference.

[gldstwmn]

I wish I could afford to try it. I would love something, anything at all, to help reduce acne scarring on my face. Any suggestions??

This is a great product line for all skin types. I especially like the steep clean products.

www.blissworld.com

[skcin]

I use it daily and have great skin. To be fair, my skin was good before it.

I know...I had good skin before, thank god, but I love it. Do you actually use the creme de la mer morning and night? I just started doing that.




Ladies & gentlemen, we have a tie!

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y196/skcin/paula/100_3847.jpg



I love both of you fabulous bitches so much. :xoxo:

[bikerchic]

I use only the Creme de La Mer shown in this thread. I sued the other stuff, but was not really into it. I will get some more eye balm when I get around to it, but that is about it.

For my neck and below, I use Eucerin every day.

Oh my god, you and Jazzy would DIE, if you saw what my husband does. He shaves his whole and when he's feeling alittle "dry", he uses my Vaseline Intensive Care "hand" creme all over his face and head :laugh:

[skcin]

Oh my god, you and Jazzy would DIE, if you saw what my husband does. He shaves his whole and when he's feeling alittle "dry", he uses my Vaseline Intensive Care "hand" creme all over his face and head :laugh:

What? EW! He'd better not do this when we're there this weekend! :mad:

[bikerchic]

What? EW! He'd better not do this when we're there this weekend! :mad:
:laugh: He has skin like leather. Sometimes he goes and grabs for my expensive stuff and I almost have a stroke!

It's next weekend, isn't it? :shocked:

[skcin]

:laugh: He has skin like leather. Sometimes he goes and grabs for my expensive stuff and I almost have a stroke!

It's next weekend, isn't it? :shocked:

Yeah. Check your email. :cool:

And reread your post about him shaving - I think you forgot a word.

[strandinthewind]

. . . He shaves his whole . . .

I soooo misread that :eek:

. . . and when he's feeling alittle "dry", he uses my Vaseline Intensive Care "hand" creme all over his face and head :laugh:

That stuff is not too bad, but you really want not to put any product containing any kind of alcohol on your face - unless it's vodka~

[bikerchic]

And reread your post about him shaving - I think you forgot a word.

:lol: :lol: :lol: OMG!! ROFLMAO!! That is so f**cken funny!! I have tears running down my face! :laugh:

When he shaves his whole HEAD :laugh:

[strandinthewind]

. . . And reread your post about him shaving - I think you forgot a word.

Thank goodness you caught that as well :wavey:

[bikerchic]

That stuff is not too bad, but you really want not to put any product containing any kind of alcohol on your face - unless it's vodka~

It's only his head. I don't care :laugh:

[macfanken]

I've tried La Mer and didn't like it. I thought it was too greasy and thick... it felt like I was smearing Crisco on my face. It's also outrageously expensive... there are other Estee Lauder brands (and drugstore brands) that are probably just as good and a lot less expensive.

I only use Paula's Choice products on my skin... they work amazingly well and they're reasonably priced. It sounds like a cliche, but my skin has never looked better and I've tried just about every brand out there. All of her products are fragrance free and formulated to be non irritating. I would totally do an infomercial for them! :lol:

Check out the website... there's also a lot of good information and reviews.
http://www.cosmeticscop.com/shop/skin.asp?ID=273

[skcin]

I only use Paula's Choice products on my skin... they work amazingly well and they're reasonably priced.


I think this is a sign. :wavey:

[sara1998]

I think this is a sign. :wavey:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y196/skcin/paula/100_3819.jpg

[GardenStateGirlie]

I wish I could afford to try it. I would love something, anything at all, to help reduce acne scarring on my face. Any suggestions??

i've used proactiv for the past two years and i swear by it. not only that, but they do sell other skin care products that are geared toward reducing the appearance of acne scars and from what i hear, they work well.

oh, and i've recently fallen in love with bare minerals by bare escentuals. in terms of makeup, all i do now is use that, throw on a bit of mascara and my lipgloss and i am good to go. a little pricey but no more than the other high end lines. i'd definitely recommend that – my skin has been amazing.

[JazmenFlowers]

You might want to get a sample of the La Mer cleasning lotion. I've used the Philososphy bath products because my daughter likes the smell of them but that's about it.
Also O don't know if you've ever tried Lancome Bi Facil eye makeup remover but that stuff will remove just about anything without drying even waterproof mascara.
good tips. thanks.

so, you wouldn't recommend philosophy? Vicotria's Secret makes a great makeup remover, but it's way too greasy for me. I've always used MAC, but wanted to try something not so oily.

[gldstwmn]

good tips. thanks.

so, you wouldn't recommend philosophy? Vicotria's Secret makes a great makeup remover, but it's way too greasy for me. I've always used MAC, but wanted to try something not so oily.

No I like Philosophy but I've never used anything but the bath products.

[JazmenFlowers]

No I like Philosophy but I've never used anything but the bath products.
oh, I see. ok.

they have a travel bag of goodies on their website for $30 I may try.

[strandinthewind]

AND - the cute little person that sells La Mer here has a little crushie on me and I am not above flirting for freebies, which he ain't scared to do :)

[gldstwmn]

oh, I see. ok.

they have a travel bag of goodies on their website for $30 I may try.

Ooh. I love the travel size stuff so you can try the products without having to fork over a lot of money for them before you know if you like them. You might as well check it out. I would.

[goldustsongbird]

i've used proactiv for the past two years and i swear by it. not only that, but they do sell other skin care products that are geared toward reducing the appearance of acne scars and from what i hear, they work well.


yes! Have you tried those little oil absorber sheet things from them? Incredible. I also really like their sheer tint moisturizer. I never leave the house without wearing it.

[GardenStateGirlie]

yes! Have you tried those little oil absorber sheet things from them? Incredible. I also really like their sheer tint moisturizer. I never leave the house without wearing it.

i always look at their little pamphlet and want to try things but i never do -- apart from the kit. i used to use covergirl tinted moisturizer but i felt like it looked unnatural. how does this fair??

[goldustsongbird]

i always look at their little pamphlet and want to try things but i never do -- apart from the kit. i used to use covergirl tinted moisturizer but i felt like it looked unnatural. how does this fair??

I thought it looked too unnatural at first, but that's only because I'd never worn tinted stuff before, but this doesn't look bad. And if it looks okay on my pale as snow skin, it should be okay for yours... I use "Sunlight", which is, I think, the lightest shade available. Their tea tree oil moisturizer is good, too!

[JazmenFlowers]

AND - the cute little person that sells La Mer here has a little crushie on me and I am not above flirting for freebies, which he ain't scared to do :)
slut...um, I mean, smart, yeah that's it...smart.
Ooh. I love the travel size stuff so you can try the products without having to fork over a lot of money for them before you know if you like them. You might as well check it out. I would.
me too. and they usually come with cute little travel bags too. :laugh:

[BlackWidow]

Jason inspired me to try it..so far so good!!!

[SuzeQuze]

Also O don't know if you've ever tried Lancome Bi Facil eye makeup remover but that stuff will remove just about anything without drying even waterproof mascara.

That stuff is great, the best I've tried. Right now I just use baby oil though.

[strandinthewind]

Jason inspired me to try it..so far so good!!!

Flirting for free samples?

[Livia]

That stuff is great, the best I've tried. Right now I just use baby oil though.

I don't use an eye makeup remover - 'cause I don't like to pull on the skin around my eyes. Whatever gentle face wash I'm using at the time is enough to get off non-waterproof mascara. :nod:

[SuzeQuze]

I don't use an eye makeup remover - 'cause I don't like to pull on the skin around my eyes. Whatever gentle face wash I'm using at the time is enough to get off non-waterproof mascara. :nod:

This doesn't work for me. Although if I was lazy and didn't take off my mascara before washing my face I can get the excess off with moisturizer. My lashes are really long so there's a lot of mascara there. I probably could go without but I like the dramatic look!

[BlackWidow]

Flirting for free samples?

I threw my $200 on the counter...:lol:

[strandinthewind]

I threw my $200 on the counter...:lol:

Sure it wasn't the dresser as you commented on your way out "thanks for the rode Chocolate" :woohoo:

[BlackWidow]

Sure it wasn't the dresser as you commented on your way out "thanks for the rode Chocolate" :woohoo:

QUIT STALKING ME!!! :cool:

**checks windows**

[strandinthewind]

QUIT STALKING ME!!! :cool:

**checks windows**


Hey - I appreciated the $50 tip on the $150 :shrug:

[BlackWidow]

Hey - I appreciated the $50 tip on the $150 :shrug:

damn you and all you stand for!!! :mad: :laugh:

[BlackWidow]

I know Chris and I (and Stevie, of course) are La Mer junkies, but I wondered how many of us use it and which ones you're using and what kind of results you've gotten. praise it, bash it, ask questions, comments...it's all things La Mer.

http://a248.e.akamai.net/www.cremedelamer.com/images/products/lm_3328_246.jpg

like you even need it...!:p

[JazmenFlowers]

like you even need it...!:p
that's why I need it. so you don't think I need it.

:laugh:

[sparky]

Hm. I am in general way too cheap to spend that kind of money on beauty cream. The stuff I use seems to be great. I got carded buying cigarettes yesterday. Maybe I'll splurge and try some for the hell of it.

[gldstwmn]

Hm. I am in general way too cheap to spend that kind of money on beauty cream. The stuff I use seems to be great. I got carded buying cigarettes yesterday. Maybe I'll splurge and try some for the hell of it.

You smoke??? I am so shocked by that. I always thought of you as uber healthy.
La Mer is great. The consistency is heavy though and takes some getting used to for some folks. I definitely can't wear it during the day because I can't wear it under makeup. It's too heavy. It's best at night. Plus men naturally exfoliate their facial skin when they shave. It keeps it much younger looking.

[BlackWidow]

You smoke??? I am so shocked by that. I always thought of you as uber healthy.
La Mer is great. The consistency is heavy though and takes some getting used to for some folks. I definitely can't wear it during the day because I can't wear it under makeup. It's too heavy. It's best at night. Plus men naturally exfoliate their facial skin when they shave. It keeps it much younger looking.

When I get out of the shower..I use it while my face is sill a little damp..it absorbs easier.

[gldstwmn]

When I get out of the shower..I use it while my face is sill a little damp..it absorbs easier.

That's a great time to do it. I put it on at night after I wash my makeup off with my Fresh Soy Face Cleanser. I don't know if y'all are familiar with Fresh but their's is another product line that rocks. :thumbsup:

[gldstwmn]

This doesn't work for me.

I doesn't work for me either. I end up looking like a raccoon. "My eye makeup's dark and it's careless..." :laugh:

[gldstwmn]

that's why I need it. so you don't think I need it.

:laugh:

:nod: 20 years down the road you'll be thankful that you used it.

[sparky]

You smoke??? I am so shocked by that. I always thought of you as uber healthy.

Yeah. I know. Stupid. Other than that I am totally healthy! :laugh:

La Mer is great. The consistency is heavy though and takes some getting used to for some folks. I definitely can't wear it during the day because I can't wear it under makeup. It's too heavy. It's best at night. Plus men naturally exfoliate their facial skin when they shave. It keeps it much younger looking.

I'll give it a shot. I use this **** - I don't know if it's Eucerin or some fukcing Revlon or L'Oreal crap. It's got a **** load of acid in it and sunscreen, and it's about 13 bucks. That and pure aloe vera is all I have used for 20 years. Seems to be working.

[JazmenFlowers]

The consistency is heavy though and takes some getting used to for some folks.
it is. and this is what I tell people who ask me about it.
That's a great time to do it. I put it on at night after I wash my makeup off with my Fresh Soy Face Cleanser. I don't know if y'all are familiar with Fresh but their's is another product line that rocks. :thumbsup:
I'm not familiar with them. do they have a website?

[BlackWidow]

:p That's a great time to do it. I put it on at night after I wash my makeup off with my Fresh Soy Face Cleanser. I don't know if y'all are familiar with Fresh but their's is another product line that rocks. :thumbsup:

I'll check it out...

[gldstwmn]

I'm not familiar with them. do they have a website?

http://www.fresh.com/

Have fun! ;) :wavey: Sephora also carries some of their product line.

[JazmenFlowers]

http://www.fresh.com/

Have fun! ;) :wavey: Sephora also carries some of their product line.
sweet. thanks! :)

yet another reason why I wish we had a Sephora anywhere in the state.

[gldstwmn]

sweet. thanks! :)

yet another reason why I wish we had a Sephora anywhere in the state.

Also these products smell incredible. I forgot to add that. So just looking at them on the site really deosn't do them justice. I swear I don't have stock in this company. :laugh:

[BlackWidow]

Also these products smell incredible. I forgot to add that. So just looking at them on the site really deosn't do them justice. I swear I don't have stock in this company. :laugh:

mmmmhmmm.......:shrug: :p :lol:

[BlackWidow]

You smoke??? I am so shocked by that. I always thought of you as uber healthy.
La Mer is great. The consistency is heavy though and takes some getting used to for some folks. I definitely can't wear it during the day because I can't wear it under makeup. It's too heavy. It's best at night. Plus men naturally exfoliate their facial skin when they shave. It keeps it much younger looking.

La Mer is great for Smokers!!:eek:

[BlackWidow]

Whatever happened to just using Noxema? Am I behind the times? :shocked:

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

[gldstwmn]

La Mer is doing a gift with purchase at Neiman's.

[Livia]

^^^ And our first Neiman's opens this Friday. Coincidence? The same shopping center also has a MAC store, L'Occitane, Bebe, Michael Kors, Tiffany's, Betsey Johnson, etc.

[sparky]

Bebe

It has been driving me nuts for years. How is this pronounced?

Bee-Bee?

Beeb?

Bay-Bay?

Bee-Bay?

Bay-Bee?

[JazmenFlowers]

Bay-Bay?
this is how I've always heard/pronounced it

[BlackWidow]

this is how I've always heard/pronounced it

as in Whatsamattabaybay???:laugh: :wavey:

[JazmenFlowers]

as in Whatsamattabaybay???:laugh: :wavey:
exactly. :p :laugh:

[BlackWidow]

exactly. :p :laugh:

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Livia]

I got an exclusive invitation to visit the new L'Occitane store in Austin - Free travel gift w/ a $60 purchase. Suh-weet! :thumbsup:

[skcin]

I got an exclusive invitation to visit the new L'Occitane store in Austin - Free travel gift w/ a $60 purchase. Suh-weet! :thumbsup:

Oh good! Get me some more of that Delicious Almond Paste. Please & thanks. :D

[BlackWidow]

I got an exclusive invitation to visit the new L'Occitane store in Austin - Free travel gift w/ a $60 purchase. Suh-weet! :thumbsup:

you go chick!:thumbsup:

[Livia]

The travel gift looks good too - 4 or 5 different products.

I buy a lot of L'Occitane on ebay for much cheaper than retail. However, they do have great sales in the stores and online, and it will be nice to have a store to go to, so I can smell stuff before I buy it. :nod:

[rbs3676]

The travel gift looks good too - 4 or 5 different products.

I buy a lot of L'Occitane on ebay for much cheaper than retail. However, they do have great sales in the stores and online, and it will be nice to have a store to go to, so I can smell stuff before I buy it. :nod:

You are gonna go NUTS there. I've liked having the new store just down the highway at La Cantera. Sassy. You are REALLY gonna be spoiled now. :wavey:

rbs

[JazmenFlowers]

I was just wondering if anyone had ever used Patricia Wexler, philosophy, SkinCeuticals or IS Clinical?

I've been using Wexler's pink serum and it's awesome. her microdermabrasion kit is also amazing...as is her universal cleanser. I wouldn't recommend the eye cream.

I've been using philosophy's purity, hope in a tube and when hope is not enough spf and I love all of it.

I've heard a lot of good things about SkinCeuticals and IS Clinical.

as a sidenote, I just ordered a La Mer lot which includes almost everything in their line. I should have it early next week. I'm am beyond excited. mother worked hard to pay for it. :laugh:

[JazmenFlowers]

can anyone recommend a good toner with glycolic and/or hyaluronic acid?

what's the difference, btw? I heard one was good for younger skin and one for older, damaged skin.

[Livia]

SkinCeuticals makes some nice products - the salon where I get my facials done uses and sells their stuff. The Vitamin C serum and the daily moisturizer - Ultimate UV Defense with 30 spf are nice. When I get home tonight, I'll look at the flyer they gave me for the eye cream that is flying off the shelves. They're supposed to call me when they get re-stocked. I don't think it's SkinCeuticals though, some other brand.

[GypsySorcerer]

I was just wondering if anyone had ever used Patricia Wexler, philosophy, SkinCeuticals or IS Clinical?

I've been using Wexler's pink serum and it's awesome. her microdermabrasion kit is also amazing...as is her universal cleanser. I wouldn't recommend the eye cream.

I've been using philosophy's purity, hope in a tube and when hope is not enough spf and I love all of it.

I've heard a lot of good things about SkinCeuticals and IS Clinical.

as a sidenote, I just ordered a La Mer lot which includes almost everything in their line. I should have it early next week. I'm am beyond excited. mother worked hard to pay for it. :laugh:

Ooh, I was just thinking of starting a beauty/make-up/hair thread. :xoxo:

I haven't used any Philosophy products except some bath wash, which was very nice. I've heard good things about Hope in a Jar.

I've used Wexler's lip plumper. Not bad, but nothing amazing.

[Livia]

Found it - it's called Youth Complex by iS Clinical. It's an anti-wrinkle treatment that can be used all over the face.

[JazmenFlowers]

I've used Wexler's lip plumper. Not bad, but nothing amazing.
yep. that's how I felt about it too. I thought it was a bit syrupy actually.

and believe everything you hear about hope in a jar. it is unreal how good it is. it does go kinda fast though. I went through a small, trial-size jar in about a week.
Found it - it's called Youth Complex by iS Clinical. It's an anti-wrinkle treatment that can be used all over the face.
sweet. I may have to try some of this IS Clinical stuff.

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I have wondered about the Hope In A Jar, do they offer more hope in a bucket? I want a lot of Hope! LOL.
Seriously, I would like to try, where can you buy, besides online, Macys, or ??



yep. that's how I felt about it too. I thought it was a bit syrupy actually.

and believe everything you hear about hope in a jar. it is unreal how good it is. it does go kinda fast though. I went through a small, trial-size jar in about a week.

sweet. I may have to try some of this IS Clinical stuff.

[JazmenFlowers]

I have wondered about the Hope In A Jar, do they offer more hope in a bucket? I want a lot of Hope! LOL.
Seriously, I would like to try, where can you buy, besides online, Macys, or ??
yeah, tell me about it. you can buy at Sephora or sephora.com, through their website philosophy.com, qvc.com or on ebay.com

the only reason I don't use it as my daytime moisturizer is because it doesn't have an spf and I like all-in-one products so I use their when hope is not enough, which is supposed to be like hope in a jar, but with spf. and it's great. a little bit heavier than I like, but still keeps my face really moisturized and protected. I also love Pure Simplicity's Milk Thistle moisturizer with spf from Bath and Body Works.

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Well, you know YOU look so awesome and your skin is fabulous, so I will listen to your Beauty tips ANYTIME!
I need to get some of these. I am using Victoria Principle Principle's Secret, and it is really good, but I love trying new goodies!
More excuse to spend money on things I don't "need" is always good,....LOL.

yeah, tell me about it. you can buy at Sephora or sephora.com, through their website philosophy.com, qvc.com or on ebay.com

the only reason I don't use it as my daytime moisturizer is because it doesn't have an spf and I like all-in-one products so I use their when hope is not enough, which is supposed to be like hope in a jar, but with spf. and it's great. a little bit heavier than I like, but still keeps my face really moisturized and protected. I also love Pure Simplicity's Milk Thistle moisturizer with spf from Bath and Body Works.

[JazmenFlowers]

Well, you know YOU look so awesome and your skin is fabulous, so I will listen to your Beauty tips ANYTIME!
I need to get some of these. I am using Victoria Principle Principle's Secret, and it is really good, but I love trying new goodies!
More excuse to spend money on things I don't "need" is always good,....LOL.
awww. thanks. it makes me happy when people say that. money well spent is what I say.

and btw, my mother swears by Principle Secret. has used it since I can remember. she's 46 and her skin looks just as good as it ever did. and she was a sun worshiper while I was growing up. now, she's like me and avoids to sun.

[camchristo]

I just bought Hope in a tube and I really like it. I had a sample of Murad intensive wrinkle reducer and I absolutely LOVED it. It was light, not too heavy and made my skin feel great. However, the regular size is 1 oz. for $150.00. I figured I would try a few things before I bought it. I'm thinking about trying La Mer. Do they give samples to see if you like before you buy?

Jaz, what La Mer products do you recommend for starting out with their line?

[JazmenFlowers]

I just bought Hope in a tube and I really like it. I had a sample of Murad intensive wrinkle reducer and I absolutely LOVED it. It was light, not too heavy and made my skin feel great. However, the regular size is 1 oz. for $150.00. I figured I would try a few things before I bought it. I'm thinking about trying La Mer. Do they give samples to see if you like before you buy?

Jaz, what La Mer products do you recommend for starting out with their line?
they do have samples, but I think they only give samples of other products at your purchase of some La Mer product. does that make sense? like, you have to be buying something to get a sample of some other product in their line. at least, that's been my experience. your retailer may just give you samples. if you're just trying it out I'd suggest you start with the Creme De La Mer. that's the staple. if you don't like it, you probably won't like the line. people either love it or hate it and think it's a waste of money. eBay may be your best bet to get a small "try me" size if your retailer doesn't give out samples.

[JazmenFlowers]

Ooh, I was just thinking of starting a beauty/make-up/hair thread. :xoxo:
and just to make things official, this is the official hair/makeup/beauty/skincare thread. woot.

there's also a "makeup routine" thread that's full of info if anyone cares, but it would probably be best to keep it all in one thread.

[KristinG]

I've heard the Issima line by Guerlain Paris is pretty good. Has anyone tried it?

[Raeven Skye]

I have wondered about the Hope In A Jar, do they offer more hope in a bucket? I want a lot of Hope! LOL.
Seriously, I would like to try, where can you buy, besides online, Macys, or ??

I had some samples of Hope in a Jar, and it gave me really bad headaches when I used it. I liked the cleanser, but not the moisturizer. It had a funky smell, too! I'm glad I didn't buy it first!

[GypsySorcerer]

and just to make things official, this is the official hair/makeup/beauty/skincare thread. woot.

there's also a "makeup routine" thread that's full of info if anyone cares, but it would probably be best to keep it all in one thread.

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

I'd like to try La Mer, but I have reservations. My skin is so oily that almost any type of cream or moisturizer makes me look greasy. Sigh.

[JazmenFlowers]

:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

I'd like to try La Mer, but I have reservations. My skin is so oily that almost any time of cream or moisturizer makes me look greasy. Sigh.
yeah. I have read more than once that La Mer is best for people with normal to dry skin and not necessarily oily skin.

[JazmenFlowers]

SkinCeuticals makes some nice products - the salon where I get my facials done uses and sells their stuff. The Vitamin C serum and the daily moisturizer - Ultimate UV Defense with 30 spf are nice. When I get home tonight, I'll look at the flyer they gave me for the eye cream that is flying off the shelves. They're supposed to call me when they get re-stocked. I don't think it's SkinCeuticals though, some other brand.

Found it - it's called Youth Complex by iS Clinical. It's an anti-wrinkle treatment that can be used all over the face.
how're these products working for you Livia?

I'm really disappointed with every eye cream I have...even La Mer isn't really doing anything. I'm not seeing any difference. I'm just overwhelmed with reviews and recommendations. I just need a good eye cream, why does that have to be so difficult? lol.

btw, skinstore.com is awesome.

[rbs3676]

how're these products working for you Livia?

I'm really disappointed with every eye cream I have...even La Mer isn't really doing anything. I'm not seeing any difference. I'm just overwhelmed with reviews and recommendations. I just need a good eye cream, why does that have to be so difficult? lol.

btw, skinstore.com is awesome.

Have you tried the Kiehl's Cryste Marine eye cream? I love it. I alternate between that and the Kiehl's Avacado Eye Treatment. Both are really fabulous nightime eye creams. I swear by them. For a daytime eye cream, I use their new Eye Alert eye treatment. It's perfect for daytime and it truly combats any puffiness I might have from partying the night before.

rbs

[JazmenFlowers]

Have you tried the Kiehl's Cryste Marine eye cream? I love it. I alternate between that and the Kiehl's Avacado Eye Treatment. Both are really fabulous nightime eye creams. I swear by them. For a daytime eye cream, I use their new Eye Alert eye treatment. It's perfect for daytime and it truly combats any puffiness I might have from partying the night before.

rbs
no, I haven't, but they just opened a Kiehl's in the mall so I may need to stop by. I don't normally have to swat away puffiness, it's the laugh lines I want to work on. do you find that Kiehl's works on fine lines?

here's something I've wondered for a while. for the past 1.5 yr I've been wearing my glasses to work every day since I have to stare at the computer all day long and contacts just don't cut it for that. do glasses increase/enhance dark circles and/or fine lines around the eye area? it sure seems like my eyes have gone to **** in the past year and I was just wondering...

[rbs3676]

no, I haven't, but they just opened a Kiehl's in the mall so I may need to stop by. I don't normally have to swat away puffiness, it's the laugh lines I want to work on. do you find that Kiehl's works on fine lines?

here's something I've wondered for a while. for the past 1.5 yr I've been wearing my glasses to work every day since I have to stare at the computer all day long and contacts just don't cut it for that. do glasses increase/enhance dark circles and/or fine lines around the eye area? it sure seems like my eyes have gone to **** in the past year and I was just wondering...

Kiehl's tends to imply that the Cryste Marine eye cream is for "mature" skin, so I'm thinking that laugh lines would be one it's main targets. I use it because I like the thinkness of the product and I dont want to get any lines.
Right now, I don't have any lines on my face. Seriously. I will be 43 in November and I could easily pass for 32. Genes have a lot to do with it, but I also take very good care of my skin. I drink water all day long as well.

I have no clue about the effect that glasses have on the skin around your eyes but that's an excellent question for a dermatologist.

rbs

[HejiraNYC]

no, I haven't, but they just opened a Kiehl's in the mall so I may need to stop by. I don't normally have to swat away puffiness, it's the laugh lines I want to work on. do you find that Kiehl's works on fine lines?

here's something I've wondered for a while. for the past 1.5 yr I've been wearing my glasses to work every day since I have to stare at the computer all day long and contacts just don't cut it for that. do glasses increase/enhance dark circles and/or fine lines around the eye area? it sure seems like my eyes have gone to **** in the past year and I was just wondering...

A friend of a friend of a friend of mine works for Unilever (that makes all kinds of personal products like Dove Soap, Ponds creams, Vaseline, etc.), and his area of focus is scoping out the competitor products in all price ranges. Surprisingly, he has come to the conclusion that the best products are made by Avon! In particular, he swears by Avon's microdermabrasion kits ($12) and their SPF moisturizers.

Also, there has been this hullabaloo in NYC over the Boots Restore and Renew (No 7) serum (http://bootsus.bri-global.com/main.asp?cid=33&sid=22&iid=191). An article in a legit British medical journal documents a "real scientific" study in which it was found to be the only product that really worked at diminishing wrinkles. Accordingly, it has been sold out everywhere in town, and every time there is a new shipment, there are lines that stretch around the block to buy it. And the shizz is only $21.99 for a 1 ounce tube. I believe it's now only sold at CVS, but Target may start carrying it once they have ramped up production to meet the demand... Anyway, I'm dying to get my hands on some of this stuff...

[Livia]

Kiehl's avocado eye cream is awesome! I'm not crazy about the cryste marine, I like their abyssine one better than the marine.

That Boots renew serum sounds awesome. Bruce just turned me on to the Kiehl's over-night revitalizing, somethin' or other peel. I like it so far - I use it every other night.

Jazzy - the salon products I mentioned - I've only been given tiny tubes of samples, or they've used 'em on me during a facial. So, I can't really comment on the long-term use of any of 'em. I just know that everyone's been raving about the Youth Complex.

[JazmenFlowers]

^^^
thanks everybody!

I'm stopping by Kiehl's tonight.

[JazmenFlowers]

Kiehl's tends to imply that the Cryste Marine eye cream is for "mature" skin, so I'm thinking that laugh lines would be one it's main targets. I use it because I like the thinkness of the product and I dont want to get any lines.
Right now, I don't have any lines on my face. Seriously. I will be 43 in November and I could easily pass for 32. Genes have a lot to do with it, but I also take very good care of my skin. I drink water all day long as well.

I have no clue about the effect that glasses have on the skin around your eyes but that's an excellent question for a dermatologist.

rbs
I'm 27 and I think I could pass for early 20s. I get carded all the time and I don't necessarily have lines. I guess I'm just OCD. I've taken really good care of my skin since I was 16...you know, sunscreen every day and all that, but I never really paid attention to the skin around my eyes before last year and I have noticed a change in my skin. I just want to be proactive I guess.

[shebop]

I've had the Boots "Restore and Renew" for a couple months and have not noticed any positive results - it's available at Target in Los Angeles.....
However, I've used Avons Anew Retroactive face cream for years and LOVE it!!!!!

[skcin]

Jaz - you truly do have a baby face. :nod: You definitely pass for early 20's.