AB questions

[namasteak]

1) Should I be concerned about fakes if I ordered from amazon? The AB subreddit has me worried now!

2) is cosrx 96 considering a serum/ampoule or an essence? I’m not sure what step I should use it at.

[bowies]

1. I don’t think I’ve received a fake from Amazon but I haven’t ordered a ton. I wouldn’t know how to tell!
2. It’s basically an essence/serum hybrid. I treat it as either the second essence or the first serum (if that makes sense).

[namasteak]

Feb 24, 2018 19:45:57 GMT -5 bowies said:

1. I don’t think I’ve received a fake from Amazon but I haven’t ordered a ton. I wouldn’t know how to tell!
2. It’s basically an essence/serum hybrid. I treat it as either the second essence or the first serum (if that makes sense).

Great!

[namasteak]

How does this sound as a routine?

Pre hot yoga
-rinse with water
-Clinique moisture surge spray

Post workout (it’s right after school drop off)
-Hada Labo foaming cleanser
-Hada Labo hydrating toner
-cosrx 96 as an essence/serum
-BENTON Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel as serum/moisturizer
-drunk elephant sunscreen (I have a lot left)
-BM complexion rescue

PM
-Clinique take the day off balm
-Hada Labo foaming cleanser
-Hada Labo hydrating toner
-cosrx 96 as an essence/serum
-BENTON Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel as serum/moisturizer
-Rosette ceramide gel as an occlusive

[mrsukyankee]

If you are going to be outside before the second bit (post workout), I'd add an SPF - otherwise you are exposing your skin to sun and potential damage. If you don't wear SPF then I wouldn't worry about the cleanser at all in the morning, even after a workout. Is the Hada Labo a toner or did you get the hyaluronic acid (because what I suggested was an HA not a toner)? If you got the HA then you want to use it after the cosrx 96.

[namasteak]

Feb 25, 2018 6:28:12 GMT -5 mrsukyankee said:

If you are going to be outside before the second bit (post workout), I'd add an SPF - otherwise you are exposing your skin to sun and potential damage. If you don't wear SPF then I wouldn't worry about the cleanser at all in the morning, even after a workout. Is the Hada Labo a toner or did you get the hyaluronic acid (because what I suggested was an HA not a toner)? If you got the HA then you want to use it after the cosrx 96.

I got what you suggested! Some places say it has mineral oil and dimethicone which worries me but I’m going to try it!

[mrsukyankee]

Feb 25, 2018 11:47:32 GMT -5 namasteak said:

Feb 25, 2018 6:28:12 GMT -5 mrsukyankee said:

If you are going to be outside before the second bit (post workout), I'd add an SPF - otherwise you are exposing your skin to sun and potential damage. If you don't wear SPF then I wouldn't worry about the cleanser at all in the morning, even after a workout. Is the Hada Labo a toner or did you get the hyaluronic acid (because what I suggested was an HA not a toner)? If you got the HA then you want to use it after the cosrx 96.

I got what you suggested! Some places say it has mineral oil and dimethicone which worries me but I’m going to try it!

Then I'd put it on after the cosrx - you can put it directly on coxrx (which will be sticky) and then pat the HL on for a bit until it no longer feels sticky (or you can pat it on and leave it to do other things until it dries).

[namasteak]

Feb 25, 2018 11:58:36 GMT -5 mrsukyankee said:

Feb 25, 2018 11:47:32 GMT -5 namasteak said:

I got what you suggested! Some places say it has mineral oil and dimethicone which worries me but I’m going to try it!

Then I'd put it on after the cosrx - you can put it directly on coxrx (which will be sticky) and then pat the HL on for a bit until it no longer feels sticky (or you can pat it on and leave it to do other things until it dries).

So I guess I need to look for a toner. I thought the HL was considered a hydrating toner!

[mrsukyankee]

Feb 25, 2018 12:40:11 GMT -5 namasteak said:

Feb 25, 2018 11:58:36 GMT -5 mrsukyankee said:

Then I'd put it on after the cosrx - you can put it directly on coxrx (which will be sticky) and then pat the HL on for a bit until it no longer feels sticky (or you can pat it on and leave it to do other things until it dries).

So I guess I need to look for a toner. I thought the HL was considered a hydrating toner!

I wouldn't worry about a toner. What you have should be fine for now. If you find it's not hydrating enough, then yes, a toner would be good.

[calico]

Some might consider the HL a toner. I think it's technically a lotion (their idea of lotion is lighter than ours). But, when I compare it to my booskin hydrating toner, it's the same consistency so don't get caught up on the idea that you MUST have certain types of products.

[namasteak]

Thank you!