Post by oliviapope on Nov 10, 2015 16:15:34 GMT -5
I just recently ordered a bunch of stuff also, I have only been using it for three days so I can't speak to how well it works just yet. I like it so far though.
I've been using her stuff for almost 10 years. I love it and will never use anything else. I used to have horrible cystic acne and her products took care of it. Now I'm more in the wrinkles and age spots camp and her stuff is doing wonderful things for my skin.
I've been using it for over six months and my skin has never been better.
I used to break out before my period every month and now I don't. Nothing I've tried before worked. I've used all kinds of stuff from drugstore to super expensive and it's my favorite. The price is right too. Generally there are codes, ebates and free shipping.
I used the resist products for combo/oily skin first and really liked them. I decided to try the hydralight products because I wasn't crazy about the resist moisturizer I had for AM use. Anyway, both times I've bought the cleanser, toner, an exfoliater/BHA thing, and moisturizer. I also recently bought their retinol product and vitamin c booster. So far I like both.
I just recently ordered a bunch of stuff also, I have only been using it for three days so I can't speak to how well it works just yet. I like it so far though.
What did you get?
I ordered the clear line, I have cystic acne and everyone I talked to told me it was amazing.
I really like their resist line for combo skin. I use the cleanser, toner, exfoliator, antioxidant serum, retinol and their SPF tinted moisturizer. I really like their products, they're pricey, but the woman who does my facials always tells me my skin looks great and is very well hydrated.
Post by redredwine on Nov 10, 2015 16:39:27 GMT -5
I've been using their cleanser for 2 years + their spot treatment cream for the occasional zit. I love their products. LOVE. affordable + good ingredients...why go with anything else?
I tried the Clear line, the 1% retinol, several of the BHA and AHA treatments, and another resist product (that I can't remember the details on). I wasn't a fan of anything. The Clear line did absolutely nothing for my skin and all of the other products irritated my skin or broke me out. The plain retinol treatment was ok, but it also didn't improve anything. I was really disappointed after seeing all the rave reviews the products get from so many people on here.
I've been using it for 2 years. I have the moisture boost cleanser, skin balancing toner, salicylic acid exfoliant, benzoyl peroxide cream, and finally the skin balancing moisturizing gel. I have combo skin that's very sensitive so it's been trial and error to find the right combination of products.
I just turned 30 and I use more acne products for my skin than I did in high school. And it's just about as clear as it was then.
Post by pantsparty on Nov 10, 2015 17:03:18 GMT -5
I support your decision if only because you avoided a MLM
I use a mix of products (mainly Korean) but things like vitamin C, retinol, and BHA/AHA are really what help to combat aging. Make sure to get a good sunscreen, too!
“Life is not orderly. No matter how we try to make it so, right in the middle of it lose a leg, fall in love, drop a jar of applesauce.” - Natalie Goldberg
Post by Miss Phryne Fisher on Nov 10, 2015 17:12:38 GMT -5
Paula's Choice is literally the best there is. Awesome products, great customer service, frequent sales, and they will fix your problems. Worth every penny.
I tried a new product that made my skin go nuts. I battled cystic acne that would not go away for two months and dry flakey cheeks. Nothing worked. carrotsmakemefat is a big fan so I finally ordered some stuff. I got the two week acne trial kit and some moisturizer, toner and BHA samples for super dry skin and it's fixed almost everything. One cystic acne zit left and no flakes.
I went with the acne cleanser, the calming toner for dry skin, 2% BHA, the spf moisturizer for dry skin, and resist night moisturizer for dry skin.
I've been using it for about two months and so far I love it! My skin looks and feels awesome Someone told me the other day they thought I was 28. (I'm going on 36.) Works for me!
Acne cleanser BHA 2% gel Skin balancing moisturizer Sometimes I mix the hydrating moisturizer too (I have and like the regular acne toner and lotion, but I only use it for super bad breakout periods)
The weekly BHA exfoliant foam is also nice. I want to try the AHA too.
Only items I haven't liked are the hydrating daytime SPF moisturizer (too much for me during the day for oily skin). And retinol booster made me break out (all retinol and retain a does, sadly)
Otherwise, LOVE
I even love her bronzer
Oh I didn't even see the bronzer. I clearly am going to be making more orders lol.
Is there a Pharmaca near you? They have Paula's Choice there!
I have just started using some of the samples I got a couple of weeks ago. So far I am loving the heavy duty cream for very dry skin, the moisturizing mask, and the moisturizer with spf. I am tempted to try the "clear" line but I am afraid that it will interfere with my prescription acne medication.
I ordered the 2 week trial of the Clear - Regular Strength. I liked everything, but after a week, my skin was really, really dry. I was using the exfoliant as recommended (I think ) at 1-2 times a day. It felt excessive. I backed off to every other day, but my skin was so itchy and dry that I stopped. I do have dry skin normally, but it was a bit uncomfortable.
I've been using her stuff for almost 10 years. I love it and will never use anything else. I used to have horrible cystic acne and her products took care of it. Now I'm more in the wrinkles and age spots camp and her stuff is doing wonderful things for my skin.
What did you use? DH gets cystic acne and maybe I'll try this (using carrots link of course)
I ordered the 2 week trial of the Clear - Regular Strength. I liked everything, but after a week, my skin was really, really dry. I was using the exfoliant as recommended (I think ) at 1-2 times a day. It felt excessive. I backed off to every other day, but my skin was so itchy and dry that I stopped. I do have dry skin normally, but it was a bit uncomfortable.
Any one else run into this?
Not with the PC line (just made my first order) but this happens to me with any acne cleansers/treatments. I just alternate days, maybe 2-3 days a week with the acne line and 4-5 days with a sensitive or dry skin line. Find a schedule that works for your skin.
I love PC's - I use a lot of the stuff from the Resist line.
The dark spot eraser was especially fabulous. I saw a difference in the redness in my chin in a week. I also haven't had a serious breakout in the six months I've been regularly using these products. Now, I might get one teeny tiny one right before my period but it's gone in a day.
Does anyone have rosacea? I wanted to try this but I don't know what is good with sensitive/oily skin and rosacea. Also I'd like to use something similar to Microdermabrasion. My skin is so dull.
Does anyone have rosacea? I wanted to try this but I don't know what is good with sensitive/oily skin and rosacea. Also I'd like to use something similar to Microdermabrasion. My skin is so dull.
Any ideas?
PC has awesome customer service. You can chat online with a representative to explain your skin concerns and he/she will recommend products for you.
With free return shipping (for any reason whatsoever), you can't go wrong with PC.
“Life is not orderly. No matter how we try to make it so, right in the middle of it lose a leg, fall in love, drop a jar of applesauce.” - Natalie Goldberg
I've been using her stuff for almost 10 years. I love it and will never use anything else. I used to have horrible cystic acne and her products took care of it. Now I'm more in the wrinkles and age spots camp and her stuff is doing wonderful things for my skin.
What did you use? DH gets cystic acne and maybe I'll try this (using carrots link of course)
I used the clear line in regular strength . My daily routine consisted of the Clear normalizing cleanser, anti-redness exfoliating solution, then the 2% BHA Liquid, then I would put on the daily skin clearing treatment (aka benzoil peroxide). I followed up with the Skin Balancing Ultra Sheer SPF 30. You have to wear SPF if you are using the BHA's. If I need moisture at night time I just used the skin balancing invisible finish moisture gel.
Thru the years I have used tons of her products in different configurations to see me thru Acne, Pregnancy, post pregnancy and now acne and aging. I use things from different product lines depending upon what is going on with my skin at the moment. Call them and talk to them, they are super helpful and you order sample sizes of anything, plus you get 3 samples free with every order. Also, you can return products that are not working for you. They have excellent customer service.