Thank you so much for encouraging us to reflect at the end of the video. I get like this at the end of the year, as well, and realize there are things I need to change. But I hear you on how we need to be more forgiving of ourselves; hopefully I'll be more able to practice that in the coming year. Happy 2022 💖
Happy 2022! I think awareness is the first step and while forgiveness and kindness to ourselves is a continual practice, I think you are on the right track! Tiny shifts really add up even after a short period of time! Hope you have a fantastic new year, Kendall! ❤
Thank you for being so candid with us at the end. To be honest, I feel so scared of 2022 because it feels like 2021 just never happened. I went into 2021 with excitement and hope, now I’m just depressed about 2022 fast approaching. All my extended family is in China. I was finally able to visit them in the summer of 2019 after 9 years of not being able to go back. I was suppose to be back during the winter of 2019 for upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations. It would’ve been the first time in my life celebrating CNY with my extended family and in China at all. Then COVID hit and I kept thinking I’ll be able to the following year. Next year would be the third missed opportunity. I’m really worried that I’ll grow even further apart from my extended family and that I won’t be able to see my maternal grandma before she passes away so the passing of 2021 is just so devastating to me.
Your message about reflecting and deciding what you want to change moving forward really resonates with me. I love that therapeutic part about your videos. Sending you lots of love and energy for the new year!
Thank you Kelly for encouraging everyone to stop take a deep breath and take a step back and actually look - without judging yourself but also being honest with yourself - and growing and gaining perspective from the reflection on this past year 2021. I hope everyone is happy and healthy (this used be be a sidenote and is now the first thing people wish each other) and feels comforted instead of anxious with the knowledge that some things might need to give and change in order for you to develop into a happier, stronger and healthier version of yourself.
Guasha's the only thing that's ever worked at draining away my dark eye circles. It was done by a professional and I don't recommend you do it yourself unless you're trained to do it properly because you might hurt yourself. I know dermatologists will scoff and dismiss it as ludicrous but I can only speak from my own experience.
Wow that's really amazing it worked so well for your dark circles! A lot of people look down on Gua Sha for some reason, but it's been in use for hundreds of years for a reason!
@@KellyDriscoll Yeah. The salon where I had a facial once was having this promotion and although I was fully skeptical, I still went ahead with it (not expecting any results) but I was pleasantly surprised to see that my under eye area was instantly brighter and I didn't look tired anymore. And it actually stayed like that for weeks! That is until my bad lifestyle choices reversed it again. 😂😂
If you think about it it’s pretty simple. Massage help muscles heal faster and improves blood circulation. Gua Sha is just a massage specifically for your face with a special tool. Any dermatologist who immediately looks down on it especially if done by a someone trained in it, is not on the side on science but on the side of arrogance. Can understand a dermatologist being skeptical of someone in their home doing it but not a being open to it being done by a trained professional.
I never thought of the other benefits of gua sha, I've always dismissed that trend but you make it sound so beneficial overall! I have tension headaches and grind my teeth at night, and my dentist told me to find ways to release stress. I might try this out, thank you!
How should you know that tho, what's the best option or option at all. Not a question directly to you, but he's a dentist and from what i've seen, there's a lot of people that grind their teeth at night. People would usually, you know, expect from them to give some example since they are not prescribing you anything other then telling you one information that you noticed yourself. You pay huge amount of money for what, basically nothing. It's not even a guidance let alone help.
I love your honest insight and reflections Kelly. It's so real and genuine. I am so appreciative to have found your channel and watch your content grow into something more wholesome than just skincare reviews. Love you and have a happy new year ❤
Great encouraging words! And so true. Thank you! And thank you for the tips about Gua sha. I purchased one, but haven’t used it yet. I will now for sure! Happy new year Kelly!
I really like the reflections part of these videos; you've actually inspired me to intentionally set a time aside to really reflect on the past era. I correlate with you on 2020 and 2021 being an era because it just didn't/doesn't feel like 2 years; it feels like one big blob lol.. a huge chunk. I do want to be and feel more intentional with my time and not feel it and see it just pass me by. I've got an interview today, but after my interview, I'll make myself a cup of tea and sit down with your latest podcast ❤
I’m completely addicted to gua sha! It takes all the tension in my temples and jaw away after a stressful day. I use it during my oil cleanse step because I’m weary of scraping off skincare at the end of my routine but I can’t recommend it enough (I use Sacheau).
Yesss the LRP Lipikar+ for your body is perfect for my irritated skin. After long use my skin is definitely happier. I use the Bioderma cleansing oil to remove antiperspirant from my armpits in the shower, it works really well! Regular soap and the LRP body wash do not remove antiperspirant very well.
Should we wait for 10 minutes after applying isntree chestnut bha 2% clear liquid? I'm a bit confused actually, because some bha products stated in its direction to wait for 10 minutes before continue next skincare steps. Example product is cosrx bha blackhead liquid.
I’ve been loving the BYBI Vegan Oat Cleanser for wintertime. Also a plus that you can get it from Target. It does a great job of cleaning gently without stripping and feels so luxurious on the skin.
Hey, If your interested in exploring more BHA i would recommend the Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating toner. it's a 2% BHA that has little bit of AHAs, Allantoin and Centella in it. It cost $9-11, you can find it either at Ulta or CVS.
I agree the Isntree new 2% BHA liquid is indeed the better version of Paula's Choice BHA liquid. It works well for my pores and actually more hydrating (I uses it). Thank god they didn't use betaine salicylate but used the pure form salicylic acid because I personally find the derivative one is too weak to see the result... It has added benefit of chestnut shell extract that is supposed to regulate your sebum production and it cost much cheaper... I don't see why I should use the PC one when now I can get the Instree one.
if your skin needs salicylic acid to be at a lower PH to be effective (as mine and many others do, though it isn’t completely necessary), the Isntree is really meh. It literally feels like hydrating water and it isn’t really acidic, which could be good for some people, but it didn’t actually do anything for me. So the texture is definitely better but it’s nowhere near as effective as it could be. (Just a tip for anyone looking to compare!)
@@christtinaaxo Well I used the Isntree one and it delivered the BHA benefit just as much as Paula's Choice one, and Kelly seems to have same opinion with me too! Isntree one does have lower PH as tested by other skincare specialist (sodium hydroxide is the PH adjuster for exfoliating products which is included in the product) People are misguided by the fact Paula's Choice one became like the cult favorite so they automatically think that would be the best one without trying out but at the end of the day, what works for you is the best (skincare is very personal). Based on many reviews, Paula's Choice is not always the best and besides their price point is not appealing and texture is meh...
@@tojin Glad it works for you! I actually don’t use PC anymore as I found a better alternative, but this was just a general tip for anyone wondering. I’ve seen a lot of people say the Isntree isn’t that good (not even in comparison to PC, just in general) so I just wanted to give my opinion on it. I have it sitting on my nightstand with not much use unfortunately!
@@tojin I use the Vow Beauty BHA. It's only $10 and the PH seems to work better for me! I've been trying really hard to find a K-beauty BHA or AHA/BHA I like but I've had no luck! I want to try the Geek & Gorgeous one next :)
Hey girl, the Bioderma Cleansing Oil, the huge bottle, is sold at Walgreens 😊 I live in the middle of nowhere and my Walgreens has it so I would think you’d be able to get it at your local Walgreens
Could you review Peach Slices’ Snail and Acne collections please? Really curious on how you feel about them. I’m also curious about Missha’s Super Aqua Snail line but I think that line contains fragrance.
I prefer the isntree bha liquid over the PC as well because the texture and finish on the skin is so much better. I'm curious if you've tried the new onion line from isntree as well.
Paulas choice has a 2% BHA under their CLEAR line (in a blue bottle) that I much prefer over the gray bottle. Theres a regular strength and an extra strength in the CLEAR line (the extra strength is actually the same exact formula as the gray BHA bottle!!!). I prefer the regular strength because it feels like water on the skin and is less harsh :)
@@rheaultm33 I was curious about that blue bottle line. I'm honestly just overwhelmed by all the exfoliating products from PC that I just gave up on picking one from it 😂 I've only used the grey bottle.
@@Miumiu0404 yeah they have lile 4+ different BHA products. The blue Clear line regular strength is more gentle and lightweight compared to the gray bottle 👌. Im on 0.1% tretinoin so my skin is very sensitive to acids
Hey killy! About that bioderma oil cleanser.. i would love to try that because i exfoliate and I don’t want my cleanser to be stripping and yet, im not sure if it’s cleansing enough, can i rely on this as my usual cleanser?
There's a BHA that feels like water in their clear line (make sure to get the regular strength). It feels more gentle but still effective and isn't tacky or greasy at all. It has no finish and feels like nothing. I'd recommend trying the mini 1 oz bottle! 100% better than the gray bottle version.
I get a little confused when I see people talk about the lipikar wash on the face - I bought this because I wanted to have something I can use on my face and body as I do my morning routine in the gym and I wanted to keep it simple - but for me it’s too drying and I have oily skin that doesn’t dry easily. I see that sodium laureth sulphate is the cleansing agent on mine and that is definitely not the gentlest cleaning agent. I’m in Sweden, I wonder if the US version is different as I’ve seen this recommended on a few channels even for people starting retinoids.
The US version has that surfactant as well but it also has Shea Butter in it, so I guess that’s what Kelly’s referring to when she says that’s it’s very cleansing but leaves behind some moisture.
Hi, please help me. Should I wait for 10 minutes after applying the isntree chestnut bha 2% clear liquid, before continuing my next skincare step? Because some bha products, like cosrx bha blackhead power liquid stated on its direction to wait for 10 minutes. However, the isntree ones did not state any. Please send help anybody.
@@KellyDriscoll but maam instree befida serm give me red spot , i am using instree befida serum with laneige cica sleeping mask. My skin is very dry sensetive.
With this very defined niche of the videos there is the disadvantage of big repetitivness of topics. I like watching your videos but personally i would appreciate more diverse topics. But of course i understand it is complicated, your viewers expect the niche that they came for….
I will use Weedborn CBD products this time :)
Thank you so much for encouraging us to reflect at the end of the video. I get like this at the end of the year, as well, and realize there are things I need to change. But I hear you on how we need to be more forgiving of ourselves; hopefully I'll be more able to practice that in the coming year. Happy 2022 💖
Happy 2022! I think awareness is the first step and while forgiveness and kindness to ourselves is a continual practice, I think you are on the right track! Tiny shifts really add up even after a short period of time! Hope you have a fantastic new year, Kendall! ❤
Thank you for being so candid with us at the end. To be honest, I feel so scared of 2022 because it feels like 2021 just never happened. I went into 2021 with excitement and hope, now I’m just depressed about 2022 fast approaching. All my extended family is in China. I was finally able to visit them in the summer of 2019 after 9 years of not being able to go back. I was suppose to be back during the winter of 2019 for upcoming Chinese New Year celebrations. It would’ve been the first time in my life celebrating CNY with my extended family and in China at all. Then COVID hit and I kept thinking I’ll be able to the following year. Next year would be the third missed opportunity. I’m really worried that I’ll grow even further apart from my extended family and that I won’t be able to see my maternal grandma before she passes away so the passing of 2021 is just so devastating to me.
Your message about reflecting and deciding what you want to change moving forward really resonates with me. I love that therapeutic part about your videos. Sending you lots of love and energy for the new year!
I'm so glad this connected with you! ❤ Wishing you a wonderful new year!
Kelly and James welsh have become the only skincare TH-camrs I watch anymore
Thank you Kelly for encouraging everyone to stop take a deep breath and take a step back and actually look - without judging yourself but also being honest with yourself - and growing and gaining perspective from the reflection on this past year 2021. I hope everyone is happy and healthy (this used be be a sidenote and is now the first thing people wish each other) and feels comforted instead of anxious with the knowledge that some things might need to give and change in order for you to develop into a happier, stronger and healthier version of yourself.
I really like the peach slices 2% salicylic acid toner as well. And you can get it at CVS or ulta!
Guasha's the only thing that's ever worked at draining away my dark eye circles. It was done by a professional and I don't recommend you do it yourself unless you're trained to do it properly because you might hurt yourself. I know dermatologists will scoff and dismiss it as ludicrous but I can only speak from my own experience.
Wow that's really amazing it worked so well for your dark circles! A lot of people look down on Gua Sha for some reason, but it's been in use for hundreds of years for a reason!
@@KellyDriscoll Yeah. The salon where I had a facial once was having this promotion and although I was fully skeptical, I still went ahead with it (not expecting any results) but I was pleasantly surprised to see that my under eye area was instantly brighter and I didn't look tired anymore. And it actually stayed like that for weeks! That is until my bad lifestyle choices reversed it again. 😂😂
If you think about it it’s pretty simple. Massage help muscles heal faster and improves blood circulation. Gua Sha is just a massage specifically for your face with a special tool. Any dermatologist who immediately looks down on it especially if done by a someone trained in it, is not on the side on science but on the side of arrogance. Can understand a dermatologist being skeptical of someone in their home doing it but not a being open to it being done by a trained professional.
I never thought of the other benefits of gua sha, I've always dismissed that trend but you make it sound so beneficial overall! I have tension headaches and grind my teeth at night, and my dentist told me to find ways to release stress. I might try this out, thank you!
How should you know that tho, what's the best option or option at all. Not a question directly to you, but he's a dentist and from what i've seen, there's a lot of people that grind their teeth at night. People would usually, you know, expect from them to give some example since they are not prescribing you anything other then telling you one information that you noticed yourself. You pay huge amount of money for what, basically nothing. It's not even a guidance let alone help.
I love your honest insight and reflections Kelly. It's so real and genuine. I am so appreciative to have found your channel and watch your content grow into something more wholesome than just skincare reviews. Love you and have a happy new year ❤
Great encouraging words! And so true. Thank you!
And thank you for the tips about Gua sha. I purchased one, but haven’t used it yet. I will now for sure!
Happy new year Kelly!
I really like the reflections part of these videos; you've actually inspired me to intentionally set a time aside to really reflect on the past era. I correlate with you on 2020 and 2021 being an era because it just didn't/doesn't feel like 2 years; it feels like one big blob lol.. a huge chunk. I do want to be and feel more intentional with my time and not feel it and see it just pass me by. I've got an interview today, but after my interview, I'll make myself a cup of tea and sit down with your latest podcast ❤
I’m completely addicted to gua sha! It takes all the tension in my temples and jaw away after a stressful day. I use it during my oil cleanse step because I’m weary of scraping off skincare at the end of my routine but I can’t recommend it enough (I use Sacheau).
Yesss the LRP Lipikar+ for your body is perfect for my irritated skin. After long use my skin is definitely happier.
I use the Bioderma cleansing oil to remove antiperspirant from my armpits in the shower, it works really well! Regular soap and the LRP body wash do not remove antiperspirant very well.
Ive been trying the isntree 2% bha and i must say its as good as the paulas choice for me and less than half the price
Should we wait for 10 minutes after applying isntree chestnut bha 2% clear liquid?
I'm a bit confused actually, because some bha products stated in its direction to wait for 10 minutes before continue next skincare steps. Example product is cosrx bha blackhead liquid.
I’ve been loving the BYBI Vegan Oat Cleanser for wintertime. Also a plus that you can get it from Target. It does a great job of cleaning gently without stripping and feels so luxurious on the skin.
Hey, If your interested in exploring more BHA i would recommend the Peach Slices Acne Exfoliating toner. it's a 2% BHA that has little bit of AHAs, Allantoin and Centella in it. It cost $9-11, you can find it either at Ulta or CVS.
I agree the Isntree new 2% BHA liquid is indeed the better version of Paula's Choice BHA liquid. It works well for my pores and actually more hydrating (I uses it). Thank god they didn't use betaine salicylate but used the pure form salicylic acid because I personally find the derivative one is too weak to see the result... It has added benefit of chestnut shell extract that is supposed to regulate your sebum production and it cost much cheaper... I don't see why I should use the PC one when now I can get the Instree one.
if your skin needs salicylic acid to be at a lower PH to be effective (as mine and many others do, though it isn’t completely necessary), the Isntree is really meh. It literally feels like hydrating water and it isn’t really acidic, which could be good for some people, but it didn’t actually do anything for me. So the texture is definitely better but it’s nowhere near as effective as it could be. (Just a tip for anyone looking to compare!)
@@christtinaaxo Well I used the Isntree one and it delivered the BHA benefit just as much as Paula's Choice one, and Kelly seems to have same opinion with me too! Isntree one does have lower PH as tested by other skincare specialist (sodium hydroxide is the PH adjuster for exfoliating products which is included in the product) People are misguided by the fact Paula's Choice one became like the cult favorite so they automatically think that would be the best one without trying out but at the end of the day, what works for you is the best (skincare is very personal). Based on many reviews, Paula's Choice is not always the best and besides their price point is not appealing and texture is meh...
@@tojin Glad it works for you! I actually don’t use PC anymore as I found a better alternative, but this was just a general tip for anyone wondering. I’ve seen a lot of people say the Isntree isn’t that good (not even in comparison to PC, just in general) so I just wanted to give my opinion on it. I have it sitting on my nightstand with not much use unfortunately!
@@christtinaaxo Thanks! I'm curious - what is the better alternative you found? I like BHA, especially in liquid form so I'm all for trying new stuff.
@@tojin I use the Vow Beauty BHA. It's only $10 and the PH seems to work better for me! I've been trying really hard to find a K-beauty BHA or AHA/BHA I like but I've had no luck! I want to try the Geek & Gorgeous one next :)
Great teaching and product recommendation Kelly. I have a combo/dry too. I work on my T-Zone daily as well.
You should definitely do a video on your take on crystals. I would love to see the crystals you like
Kelly your skin is stunning😘
Thank you!
Hey girl, the Bioderma Cleansing Oil, the huge bottle, is sold at Walgreens 😊 I live in the middle of nowhere and my Walgreens has it so I would think you’d be able to get it at your local Walgreens
🤗🤗 Lots of love to you Kelly, All the best for your future, ❤️
💖💖💖sending you love!
Could you review Peach Slices’ Snail and Acne collections please? Really curious on how you feel about them. I’m also curious about Missha’s Super Aqua Snail line but I think that line contains fragrance.
I prefer the isntree bha liquid over the PC as well because the texture and finish on the skin is so much better. I'm curious if you've tried the new onion line from isntree as well.
It's nice to not have that slightly oily feel that PC has! I haven't tried that line from Isntree yet.
I know that No BS beauty talked about the onion line on her channel but something about the word onion just makes me cringe. 😂😂
Paulas choice has a 2% BHA under their CLEAR line (in a blue bottle) that I much prefer over the gray bottle. Theres a regular strength and an extra strength in the CLEAR line (the extra strength is actually the same exact formula as the gray BHA bottle!!!). I prefer the regular strength because it feels like water on the skin and is less harsh :)
@@rheaultm33 I was curious about that blue bottle line. I'm honestly just overwhelmed by all the exfoliating products from PC that I just gave up on picking one from it 😂 I've only used the grey bottle.
@@Miumiu0404 yeah they have lile 4+ different BHA products. The blue Clear line regular strength is more gentle and lightweight compared to the gray bottle 👌. Im on 0.1% tretinoin so my skin is very sensitive to acids
Maam can use it Thankyou farmer rice cream super dry sensetive face winter time
Loving that Isntree BHA too ❤️
Hey killy! About that bioderma oil cleanser.. i would love to try that because i exfoliate and I don’t want my cleanser to be stripping and yet, im not sure if it’s cleansing enough, can i rely on this as my usual cleanser?
Question...Lipikar cleansing ...first? 2nd cleanse or do you use it alone? I can't believe you have dry skin! You're gorgeous 😍
After seeing this vid, I'm seeing guasha with totally different eyes👁️👁️
Same issue I have with paula's choice bha. Being an oily skin I don't like how it feels on the skin. Waiting for your best of 2021.
There's a BHA that feels like water in their clear line (make sure to get the regular strength). It feels more gentle but still effective and isn't tacky or greasy at all. It has no finish and feels like nothing. I'd recommend trying the mini 1 oz bottle! 100% better than the gray bottle version.
K beauty queen can you tell me if you have tried the History of Whoo products??
Kelly, have you tried the Cos de baha 2% salicylic acid liquid?
I haven't!
I wonder why bioderm doesn’t allow you to open the bottle where the pump is?
I get a little confused when I see people talk about the lipikar wash on the face - I bought this because I wanted to have something I can use on my face and body as I do my morning routine in the gym and I wanted to keep it simple - but for me it’s too drying and I have oily skin that doesn’t dry easily. I see that sodium laureth sulphate is the cleansing agent on mine and that is definitely not the gentlest cleaning agent. I’m in Sweden, I wonder if the US version is different as I’ve seen this recommended on a few channels even for people starting retinoids.
The US version has that surfactant as well but it also has Shea Butter in it, so I guess that’s what Kelly’s referring to when she says that’s it’s very cleansing but leaves behind some moisture.
Thanks Kelly 🙌🏽🏆
Maam can i use it thanku farmer rice cream winter time
You love amethyst! Me too. 🥰
can you suggest some products for Keratosis pilaris?
Hi, please help me. Should I wait for 10 minutes after applying the isntree chestnut bha 2% clear liquid, before continuing my next skincare step?
Because some bha products, like cosrx bha blackhead power liquid stated on its direction to wait for 10 minutes. However, the isntree ones did not state any.
Please send help anybody.
Hi, Kelly I like to know difference between isntree and cosrx blackhead liquid. Please share your thoughts
Isntree has 2% Salicylic acid while Cosrx has 4% Betaine Salicylate which is a more gentle version of Salicylic acid.
Kenta nailed it! Cosrx is gentler/slower, Isntree is more powerful.
Maam can use it instree real befida serum with laneige ciaca sleeping mask.
Yes you can!
@@KellyDriscoll but maam instree befida serm give me red spot , i am using instree befida serum with laneige cica sleeping mask. My skin is very dry sensetive.
Just a heads up that you linked the lotion and not the lipikar wash in the description.
Thank you, I'll check it out!
With this very defined niche of the videos there is the disadvantage of big repetitivness of topics. I like watching your videos but personally i would appreciate more diverse topics. But of course i understand it is complicated, your viewers expect the niche that they came for….
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