You deserve it. Congrats! Thanks for all the great info you put out. 🍾🥂🏆 On that topic, could you do a breakdown on the interactions of the various types of Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid, THD, etc.) with copper peptides? I can't seem to find an in-depth, straight answer on whether it's ok to use both vitamin C and copper in the same skincare routine. Even Dr. Pickart says he has heard from users that they are getting great results combining them but he doesn't recommend it. What is the chemistry behind it? Does copper break down C if they are combined? Thanks!
@@Anonymous-sh9vk I did an interview with Deciem's head scientist along with Dr Davin Lim - we touched on copper peptides interacting with other ingredients, it's going live on my secondary channel sometime in the middle of next week 😊
@@curiousmind2168 Sound like it's the same pseudoscience as this: labmuffin.com/unsaturated-oils-bad-skin/ www.alineanutrition.com/2020/09/26/of-rats-and-sydney-diet-heart-drawing-a-line-under-polyunsaturated-pseudoscience/
I bought the spf booster *face palm; instead of mixing it with natural shea butter I use to moisture my face, can I spread the spf booster on top of the moisturizing, or before?
No, no, coffee gunk is not trash - it's plant fertilizer! At work there were people who went out to different Starbucks in their area to collect the coffee grounds to use for their gardens :)
Actually I'm pretty sure coffee as plant fertilizer is just as much of a myth. For one, I think it's pretty much only used to lower soil ph, which some plants like, others don't. It doesn't have any nutrients. And even then, you'd actually need unbrewed coffee to properly lower soil ph, because it's the acidity from the coffee that lowers ph, not used up grounds. At least that's how I understood it from various videos from the plant side of TH-cam ;)
I'm so sick of fear mongering in marketing with claims like anti-blue light, detoxifying, or chemical-free. It really hit me the other day when I was shopping for shampoo for my dog, and every single bottle I looked at said "clean and natural" or "free of harmful preservatives." I can't believe how pervasive this kind of marketing is now!
The second I hear the word toxins I'm out of there 🙄 Also THANK YOU for talking about the problems within the Jade mining industry, so much harm for no reason when you can just use your hands for massage
Samesies! As a Nutri Sci graduate student, the word "toxin" should ALWAYS trigger your BS alert. If there is substantial evidence behind the mechanism or "toxin", then the "toxin" will be named.
@@beeboopbapblap Exactly! I've asked multiple people raging about how so called toxins are building up in the body but not one can tell me which toxin. I despise pseudoscience and here in the US, where facts and evidence based science is under attack, more and more people are looking to groups like EWG or conspiracy theories than doctors and scientists.
@@Cara-39 Yeah, truth! I mean, I wouldn't complain if people started focusing on the plastic we are ingesting and absorbing instead of worrying about possible irrelevant compounds and chemicals. Question: EWG, I always thought they were semi-decent; what is the beef with them? Honest question, because AFAIK they just want more consumer transparency in chemicals added to everyday consumer products (and stuff like that), no? Or are they fear-mongering in their own way?
Ugh, coffee scrubs. I try to be more mindful about the waste I produce and recently, I nearly got a fit while I was in store that sells stuff in bulk. They have skincare section which I don't really care about and I overlook that 'chemical free' bs but the newest addition was a coffee scrub, packaged in a glass jar with the sticker 'locally sourced eco friendly and zero waste option'. Uhm, honey, we are in central Europe, coffee isn't native to this neck of woods so that's strike one. And in what universe is it zero waste? I try to be calm but sometimes I have no hope. So I essentialy had an existentional meltdown over a coffee scrub. My mental health is in shambles
I completely understand you! I try reducing my waste but I get so mad about the bs discourse of "clean" industry that is usually associated with it. I shouldn't be this annoyed:(
Tools and make up products that rely on crystal pseudoscience always get under my skin the most. I've had an interest in mineralogy ever since I was in middle school (I actually medaled in Science Olympiad for it), and I have a pretty good mental encyclopedia of all the various crystals that people keep claiming to have these mystical healing properties. Spoiler alert; they absolutely do not. In fact, a bunch of these supposedly distinct crystals are just varieties of quartz, which is incredibly common. So common in fact, that if you've ever set foot in white sand, you’ve likely been walking on quartz-rich sediments. In summary, the idea that Amethyst, Citrine, Carnelian, Rose Quartz, Milky Quartz, Clear Quartz, etc, all have these supposed different effects is just absurd since they all have the same basic chemical structure. The difference in colors and formation comes down to the presence of trace minerals (itty bitty parts of other minerals that sneak into the crystal formation process) and the formation environment. If you like the aesthetic of decorating with minerals or want to look into getting some seriously pretty jewelry that is way cheaper than pieces containing diamonds, I’d encourage you to look into the actual geologic properties of how minerals form and the varieties of the most common, inexpensive ones. But please don't fall for the claims that they can heal, energize, or spiritually influence you; they simply don't. Edit: I'm glad you brought up how harmful and unethical the mining industry can be! I don't know enough of the specifics to speak on it confidently, but there is a definite harm to increasing demand for minerals that are being used for pseudoscientific purposes.
I've always struggled with that fact that I love the aesthetics of crystals but I don't believe the bullshit that comes with them. I don't want people to think that I have them for any reason other than that they're pretty!
@@lolaevergreen9077 Aww, thanks! I've always been a geology nerd, so when crystals started gaining popularity because of pseudoscience, it really got to me. I see people buying crystals the same way I see people buying essential oils: buy and enjoy these things for what they are (decorations and nice smells), but don't for a second buy into the bs claims of miraculous healing powers. Also, as a bonus, try to buy them from good, ethically sound sources (for example, geology museums and basically anyone who doesn't work for an MLM).
@@tyraaaaa Same here! I don't really exactly collect rocks or mineral crystals, but I have a handful of samples that I’ve acquired either as gifts or from hiking in cool places. For me, it’s enough that I know they’re just pretty things from nature.
Mmm,that is wrong.coca is natural,but cocaina isnt. Coca leaves are used the same way that tobacco,but for nausea and headackes in high places (peruvian mountains for example).
LOL I'm currently filtering my cold brew coffee which I usually make in 5-6 jars at once, and I definitely won't have enough to make this by the time I'm done 😆
The products I wish started going out of trend are: anything with a boatload of essential oils and plant extracts. Contact irritant dermatitis is no fun!
When things are formulated properly it poses less of a risk. One can have a reaction to anything 🤷🏼♀️ a lot of essential oils can provide benefits which can be seen in peer reviewed journals 🧘♀️
YES!!! This is another part of the whole clean beauty nonsense. Fragrant essential oils don't belong in skincare because they do more harm than good. The benefits are negligible and they don't outweigh the risks of irritation and reactions. Essential oils are for perfume, not to put on the face.
I love how most "crystals" are just SiO2 but since some come in fun colors, they do different things somehow. Its literally beneath all our feet right now and ain't no way its treating my acne.
Joke's on them coffee scrub companies, I scrub my hands with MY coffee ground gunk after I cook/wash dishes that smell strongly of powerful flavor. Gets the scent off and makes my hands super soft. I have a small basin that catches the grounds. After scrubbing, I just chuck the gunk in my garden. Salt does the same thing but my salt is abit more abrasive on my skin. And sometimes stings even the slightest scratch. Tip: If you reaaally want to, ask starbucks for the grounds for your garden. It is free lmao
I always roll my eyes when I see products marketed as anti-bluelight. Not only is the blue light coming from your screens negligible when it comes to the skin damage it can do, most importantly, from what I know(correct me if I'm wrong), the ingredient that most companies use that's effective in blocking some blue light is iron oxide. Iron oxide is in every foundation, BB, CC creams, tinted moisturizer and tinted sunscreen. Chances are you're already using products that have it and don't need that special new sunscreen that blocks blue light. The other thing is jade roller. I wanted to puke blood when I saw some of the prices. $75 for the same thing that you can get from a chinatown for $5, just in a prettier packaging? No. Growing up in a Chinese household, only my grandpa used it once in a while and nobody else even looked at it. It's not a bad tool but it certainly doesn't do miracles as some sellers claim.
I’d be really interested in seeing if the studies done on blue light were financially supported by companies wanting to come out w anti blue light products😅
Thank you for pointing out the influence that exoticism has in selling gua sha tools. It's honestly insulting to see things you find in normal Chinese and other Asian households being rebranded with BS marketing and then sold for $$$.
Coffee grounds are especially bad for plumbing, since they clump together instead of breaking down and can create a clog. Never put coffee grounds down a drain.
If you’re looking for proof there’s plenty of peer reviewed studies on the technology breaking down various wavelengths and penetration. It’s science originally developed by NASA and has been proven over and over again but I suppose finding the right brand is key. To speed up the process the latest science is supporting combining this with a green tea extract.
Led totally works for inflammation. I have chronic pain & sometimes nsaid wouldn’t touch it, but when i got in a red light machine, i felt much better which i didn’t expect. I got in for the skin benefits, but stayed for the reduced muscle inflammation
For anyone that prefers listening to reading, the Guardian article about crystals is available in The Audio Long Reads podcast. It's called Dark Crystals: the brutal reality behind a booming wellness craze. I highly recommend it.
The deceptive marketing in many skincare products makes me livid. Some of the claims are downright lies. Thank you for sharing good information regarding skincare.
I use the dermablend pigment drops, but not the way it's advertised. I apply my sunscreen, let the ash sink in a bit, then use a single drop to bring some color back to my face. Similar to light a weight foundation product.
I'm a geologist.... Obsidian isn't even a crystal. Its glass. Furthermore, amethyst, rose quartz, smokey quartz, and citrine are all the same mineral (quartz). Even Jasper is just microcrystalline quartz. Drives me nuts.
Thank you for mentioning that homeopathic stuff might cause people to delay seeking medical treatment and also that the stone sourcing can be shady. I grind my teeth at night so my physiotherapist has taught me how to massage my jaw to loosen the muscles (it’s so bad sometimes I can’t open my jaw enough for a big yawn) and I’ve been thinking of getting one of these tools bc I think I could exert more pressure and not worry about accidentally scratching myself or sth however if I do I’m getting one made of metal. No fancy stones for me.
Speak to your dentist about your jaw clenching and teeth grinding. They can help you with this condition. My dentist fit me with a nighttime mouth guard and It definitely helps.
I personally cannot stand the whole oil-free craze! Its such a shame how much oils are demonized by derms, brands, etc. I think it comes from the same mindset of fighting acne by drying out your skin, but doing that only further inflames skin and potentially makes acne worse. Oils applied to the skin are completely different from our skins own sebum firstly. Secondly, there are several oils out there that are super lightweight and can help calm inflammation without breaking you out.
I don't think oil should be demonized, but there are reasons why it isn't the right thing for my skin at the time. I do like the option of oil free products because many focus on hydration and allow me to use just one oily product at a time. Those light weight oils work best on a simple backdrop so a good oil free step really helps prep my skin. For dehydrated skin types, oil doesn't play nice on the surface of the skin. I know it doesn't clog pores, but it really just puts a seal on what ever crappy texture you have that day. I don't hate oil, but I definitely need less of it.
I have to disagree. A lot of products contain a blend of different oils with varying comedogenic ratings, which can make it very difficult to pinpoint the culprit if that product does break you out. So choosing oil-free options for the majority of your routine can help you narrow down which oils are problematic for you and which aren't. That way, if you do decide to include an oil in your routine, you can choose more deliberately.
Not when it comes to black natural hair. Ive told people dont buy so called hair oils in a beauty shop. Just buy it in the Supermarket in the oil and vinegar section. If its good enough to eat, its good enough to put it on your hair and scalp! The good thing is, if your hair doesn't like it, you can just cook with it or pour it over salad.
I was about to flip a table when you said coffee scrubs. But I make my own with the leftovers from making coffee, and even if I don't get a benefit besides mechanical exfoliation, I love the smell. I started making soaps (melt and pour goat milk) and it's a lot less messy than a loose scrub. But I still crack up when I see companies try to charge so much for something I make in my kitchen with mostly breakfast byproduct.
Usually meant for oily skin with larger pores. Usually with salicylic acid, clay, (I'm cringing as I type these next two) charcoal or lots and lots of surfactants! I guess it just sounds nicer for marketing.
Personally I hate cleansing balms that are full of essential oils and leave a film on your skin you can only remove by rubbing with a cloth! Give me a nice emulsifying cleansing oil any day! 😄
Really grateful that you went beyond the pseudlscience around crystals and discussed the ethics of the mining industry. Thank you for going deeper and providing these layers of information. Subscribed!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention products that come with 100% active ingredients, they monetise the whole more is better which is not good for your skin. Please make a video on your favourite retinols/ retin-A alternatives.
as a chemist myself and a fan of makeup and skin care stuff, your videos are the best thing I've found in a long time! This is the channel i always needed/wanted and didn't even know it.
I had a constellation of actinic keratosis spots frozen off yesterday so I’m rewatching your sunscreen videos to make sure I’m applying them correctly. I can’t go back to 1970 and put sunscreen on my little girl body, but your information is the next best thing going forward. Thank you. 🌸
We need more videos like this to clear the BS we are being served daily! Good job Michelle :) P.s. Could you do your haircare video? Your hair is shining and bouncing with health!!!
gosh, it is incredibly refreshing to get info from someone intelligent who actually relies on studies and real science! please keep up the great work! 👏👍
I use a cheap 'Jade' roller to help apply my weekly sheet mask. Feels nice but there is zero science around the 'rock energy' and of course the cheaper rollers don't have proper jade anyway. Another great video - thanks.
oh god, i remember so many times at the gym when i'd go into the shower, and the floor would be covered in coffee and it would be all over the walls - so gross! put coffee grounds on your gardens to ward off the slugs, not on your butt!
Thank you for addressing that healing crystal part! I have never believed in them anyway, but I didn't know they could also be unethically sourced...! I feel kind of dumb not connecting the dots since I already knew the problematic aspects of gemstone and precious metal mining but somehow I still thought hoarding crystals is just completely harmless and doesn't have an effect on anybody else, mainly because it seems to be a hobby for a relatively small group of people. Thanks for giving me a good reminder that just because crystals and quartz stones are technically cheap and the industry behind them isn't looking quite as imposing as all those huge and criminal royal jewellery businesses, they might still cause similar environmental and ethical problems.
I'm so happy to see you speak about these things! Especially the blue light products! I'm tired of seeing videos about products that will protect me from blue light. Scientists have said its not a real concern and it's essentially a scam so I don't understand why so many people are still buying and promoting products to protect against blue light. Thank you for this video!
i'm in esthetics school right now (Aveda) and their sunscreen is a physical sunscreen with an SPF of 30. in our facials they suggest to only use TWO OR THREE DROPS of the sunscreen. It freaks me out so much. I always have to apply more sunscreen after it's my turn getting a facial because their sunscreen is so ineffective. send help! nobody knows how to properly apply sunscreen 😭
I just graduated from an Aveda school, and OH LOKI I hate that sunscreen! I'm super pale and it still left a crazy white/ slightly purple cast. And yes, I pat it in (which also kinda skeeves me out; how are you gonna get even coverage like that?)
UGH I relate to this on so many levels! When I was in esthetics school (not Aveda though, the school I just graduated from uses Dermalogica), One of the sunscreens we use, the Solar Defense Booster SPF50, was marketed suggesting you could mix some of it with moisturizer and it would give you an SPF of 45. Not to mention nobody (including the instructors) was using nearly enough product during facials to give the SPF on the bottle. I was stupefied! 😣
I worked at an aveda salon and that sunscreen got recalled sooooo many times for not being the spf that was advertised (it was under 30 spf because they were trying to naturally derive the spf was what I was told) so I literally never touched it because thats a lil sus.
wow...i am thinking about the other students who are not as educated as you about spf use. I honestly feel bad for their future clients because they'll be misguided by a "professional" 🤦
Akshita Mehra To be fair, from what I’ve been hearing the education in esthetics programs in general isn’t great, its mostly to teach you proper sanitation and infection control. As estheticians our education doesn’t end at graduation so the responsibility is on us to continue our training and education, whether that be through advance practice programs, seminars, apprenticeships, training under other salons/spas, etc. there are estheticians out there that are well educated to be experts, We just don’t get everything there is to know through esthetics school, which is really a shame! I wish I knew why it was that way 😔
My mom has become one of those "natural" fanatics in recent years. Refuses to wear sunscreen (even after having melanoma cancer multiple times) but is terrified of blue light and EMFs from electronics. She also bought an expensive "crystal" necklace that looks like it's probably a cheap piece of plastic on a cheap chain.
I did notice improvement in my thigh celullite with coffee scrub, and was impressed because I didnt expect it. I hate that it leaves a smell and stuff in the shower tho
Really glad you highlighted the issues with crystals - they're so often just seen as a useless but harmless thing, but the ethical issues behind the scenes are awful :/
Love this. My rant would be skincare and makeup products with SPF 15 which are sold as a 'safer' and 'gentler' alternative to a dedicated SPF 30+ sunscreen. Nope - they are more dangerous because they don't protect your skin as well, especially since there are studies that show people don't apply enough of SPF moisturisers and foundations compared to sunscreen.
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience oh interesting!! I haven't seen that vid, I will definitely watch it - I'm happy to be corrected. I do think SPF 15 is not enough for Australian conditions though.
I have fibromyalgia and RA and get face and jaw pain, so gua sha and the rose quartz roller feel amazing! They do make me look less puffy but that's it for looking any different. But it helps with tension and pain.
I love EVERYTHING about this video. The “grumpy old lady” comment, how shiny her hair is, the use of critical thought, the distaste for capitalism. 😙👌🏾 perfection.
Great video!! I personally hate the idea of face masks especially sheet masks - I get that it's a beauty ritual for a lot of people and am not hating on that , but the idea that using a specific ingredient (say an AHA mask) only 1x a week coupled with the expectations most consumers have for these masks is kind of ridiculous
I totally agree with you,, the beauty industry is really frustrating and I hate how much misinformation and pseudoscience drive the marketing for many products.
So funny, I have made my own coffee scrub for ages. I just mix my old coffee grounds with olive oil in a mason jar, and I only use it like once a month for some physical exfoliation on my legs and arms.
I'm glad you spoke against jade rollers, I want one so much because I think it would be really enjoyable, but I refuse to buy crystals for the reasons you cited as well as how terrible it is for the environment and animals. I'll buy secondhand, but never new. Mining is incredibly destructive and I won't contribute to it just so I can enjoy my skincare a little more.
You're such an inspiring woman to look up to. You give others a break down of myths and how questionable claims companies make could be harmful, but in a digestible comprehensive way. I would have done better in chemistry if you were my teacher. Thank you so much!
Hey since you mentioned it, how much of a BS are those products claiming "lymphatic drainage"? I see it often on posts related to both rollers and massages, facials etc, and some even claim to prevent lymph-related serious diseases which screams pseudo science. But, of course, they never explain what it actually is and how it works, also from what I could find the scientific literature is not very rich on this topic beyond massage techniques on certain types of tissue swellings. For skincare and beauty at least, what is it, how is it drained, and is it really that big of a deal? I mean, even if rollers and facials do result in lymphatic drainage, does it in fact make a difference noticeable to the eye or has it any invisible benefits?
I really doubt it would help with any serious diseases - that screams pseudoscience alt-med to me too. I think it could provide temporary facial slimming though. There's a study from Shiseido that I've seen some people say links lymphatic drainage to increased collagen, but again it's a flimsy chain of reasoning.
Cranky old lady here as well! I personally love using a gua sha stone for my skincare but I HATE how it’s marketed as well as the prices the trendy brands are selling these stones for. Some sell them for $60 and even more. Insane!
Hi michelle, can you do a video about the difference between the ordinary's retinol in squalene and granactive retinoid? On the website it says that the granactive retinoid is more effective while being less iritating which sounds too good to be true
@@miss_pinya she responded to Dr Dray commenting on this (on her own channel, minding her own business) and ignored most of the points Dr Dray made. There's not really any evidence behind it, essentially, so cheap or not it doesn't really compare to an (often equally as inexpensive) established kind of product with decades upon decades of trails and evidence to back up its efficacy.
@Ray Gin I want to know this too! Btw Michelle did touch slightly on this (regarding Dryness, Redness and Burning) in her How to start on Retinoids video (1:48). The retinoid used in The Ordinary is hydroxypinacolone retinoate. But still I want to know the extent of effectiveness of those! I have been using The Ordinary Granactive retinoid 5% in squalane for months now. It feels great on the skin, no burning whatsoever but I'm wondering if Retinol is more effective for anti-aging:-?
@@sunscreenhoarder6558 Dr. Dray gets a lot of hate but at least she backs her points up, keeps it respectful and a thing people forget... she is a dermatologist. She is actually an expert in the field. I can't help but think that if she was a man she wouldn't get the same amount of negative press. I follow other male dermatologists on youtube that say way more controversial stuff and are waaaay ruder yet they are still vibing and no one comes for them
I applaud you for your cynicism. I hate trendy US marketed skincare because of there are usually not backed up by any studies. It is like saying Coca Cola funding a study in which that their products are not that bad.
I actually like coffee scrubs a lot! But not for cellulite, I just mix a few teaspoons with my regular non-soapy shower gel and use it to exfoliate rough areas of my skin once in a while. I found it works a lot better for me than sugar or salt scrubs, because those dissolve and melt away, while coffee grounds don't. I haven't had any issue with any stains or clogs inside the shower drains. Leaves my skin super soft and costs basically nothing, since I just have to save up the grounds from the coffee I already drank that day
I did not know that about crystals, thanks for the information. I don’t use them because of the pseudoscience, but I see them all over you tube. My pet peeves are companies that sell expensive skincare or devices, with marketing that tries to convince you to spend tons of money to avoid aging. Another pet peeve is the fruit and flower extracts for anti-aging put into foundations. I’m sensitive to them, along with all fragrance, and these extracts don’t seem to serve any purpose other than marketing.
I loooove coffee scrubs, but I never buy the product, but I do it myself at home by mixing used and dried coffee grounds with oil. I don't believe that it will make my cellulite miraculously disappear, I just appreciate its exfoliating function. It's cheap, it does its job and that's why I like it.
Every time I see your posts, I wonder: what lipstick is she wearing? So I need to ask now - what brand and colour of lipstick are you wearing? It’s so beautiful on you!
NAHHH BE HARSH IM SO SICK OF THE SAME EXACT THINGSSS!!!! talking about it will slowly reach the teams that work on these companies and hopefully we can see a difference in a year or two
You have the voice of many educational voice overs lol. Interesting about the visible light. I have lupus and while I have not been specifically told to worry about visible light, I’m wondering I should still look for iron oxide protection for this. Good to know that it’s not a big risk for most people though.
I hate the idea of anti aging as a whole. It creates this illusion that aging is bad or undesirable. If we want to be technical, there is no such thing as an anti aging product because all the stimulants and plumbers don’t actually stop the skin from aging. I wish the portion of the beauty industry would rebrand as healthy aging or something along that line. Instead of eww you should fix those wrinkles let’s look at is as hey, these are natural and beautiful and use these products to continue aging radiantly.
I absolutely love gua sha but I was shocked to see the stones sold and what the marketing claims - my experience is that you need an experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner to get the (incredible) benefits of a gua sha facial. My practitioner uses a combination of acupuncture, gua sha, and light therapy in her TCM facials and cosmetic acupuncture, with great results. Me rubbing my face with a gua sha stone at home is pointless as I don't know anything about the lymph system or meridians or qi.
Fantastic video. Thank you. I love your cranky old lady bit. I also watch youtube at 1.5x speed so you appear even more excited about your opinions! Love the critical thinking you promote.
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Do you hate these products too? What else do you hate?
And 200K! Thank you everyone for your support 😊❤️
You deserve it. Congrats! Thanks for all the great info you put out. 🍾🥂🏆
On that topic, could you do a breakdown on the interactions of the various types of Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid, THD, etc.) with copper peptides? I can't seem to find an in-depth, straight answer on whether it's ok to use both vitamin C and copper in the same skincare routine. Even Dr. Pickart says he has heard from users that they are getting great results combining them but he doesn't recommend it. What is the chemistry behind it? Does copper break down C if they are combined? Thanks!
@@Anonymous-sh9vk I did an interview with Deciem's head scientist along with Dr Davin Lim - we touched on copper peptides interacting with other ingredients, it's going live on my secondary channel sometime in the middle of next week 😊
@@curiousmind2168 Sound like it's the same pseudoscience as this: labmuffin.com/unsaturated-oils-bad-skin/ www.alineanutrition.com/2020/09/26/of-rats-and-sydney-diet-heart-drawing-a-line-under-polyunsaturated-pseudoscience/
Oh i hate pseudoscience. Especially when it takes itself to seriously
I bought the spf booster *face palm; instead of mixing it with natural shea butter I use to moisture my face, can I spread the spf booster on top of the moisturizing, or before?
"...and cranky old lady".
Me too. Me too.
Let's get get matching walkers 😂😂
Whoa spf drops 😯 though it couldn’t be as bad as selling natural oils and calling it a UV protector!
Liah!
Woah Liah 😳
Very true! 😒😒😒 Or jars of zinc powder with an SPF label...
ooh Michelle × Liah!
No, no, coffee gunk is not trash - it's plant fertilizer! At work there were people who went out to different Starbucks in their area to collect the coffee grounds to use for their gardens :)
Haha that’s my mom😂 but she goes to whole food for it lol
I use my own used coffee in my tiny garden as well. It’s also very good against snails eating away your plants 🌱
@@LiquidShivaz how do you use it exactly? I want to try it as well!
@@on_my_own_two_feet I just collect some grounded and used coffee (from the machine) and put it right on the soil.
Actually I'm pretty sure coffee as plant fertilizer is just as much of a myth. For one, I think it's pretty much only used to lower soil ph, which some plants like, others don't. It doesn't have any nutrients. And even then, you'd actually need unbrewed coffee to properly lower soil ph, because it's the acidity from the coffee that lowers ph, not used up grounds. At least that's how I understood it from various videos from the plant side of TH-cam ;)
I'm so sick of fear mongering in marketing with claims like anti-blue light, detoxifying, or chemical-free. It really hit me the other day when I was shopping for shampoo for my dog, and every single bottle I looked at said "clean and natural" or "free of harmful preservatives." I can't believe how pervasive this kind of marketing is now!
Same. I'll try a product that I like, and then see "clean" or something on the packaging and it really sours the experience...
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience Yes, totally! It's everywhere 😑
The second I hear the word toxins I'm out of there 🙄
Also THANK YOU for talking about the problems within the Jade mining industry, so much harm for no reason when you can just use your hands for massage
Samesies! As a Nutri Sci graduate student, the word "toxin" should ALWAYS trigger your BS alert. If there is substantial evidence behind the mechanism or "toxin", then the "toxin" will be named.
@@beeboopbapblap Exactly! I've asked multiple people raging about how so called toxins are building up in the body but not one can tell me which toxin. I despise pseudoscience and here in the US, where facts and evidence based science is under attack, more and more people are looking to groups like EWG or conspiracy theories than doctors and scientists.
@@Cara-39 exactly unless your liver and kidneys aren't functioning, no need to be so worried about "toxin build up"
@@ExoticDreams And if the liver or kidneys aren't functioning correctly, the answer is dialysis, not some pseudoscience toxin remover!
@@Cara-39 Yeah, truth! I mean, I wouldn't complain if people started focusing on the plastic we are ingesting and absorbing instead of worrying about possible irrelevant compounds and chemicals.
Question: EWG, I always thought they were semi-decent; what is the beef with them? Honest question, because AFAIK they just want more consumer transparency in chemicals added to everyday consumer products (and stuff like that), no? Or are they fear-mongering in their own way?
Ugh, coffee scrubs. I try to be more mindful about the waste I produce and recently, I nearly got a fit while I was in store that sells stuff in bulk. They have skincare section which I don't really care about and I overlook that 'chemical free' bs but the newest addition was a coffee scrub, packaged in a glass jar with the sticker 'locally sourced eco friendly and zero waste option'. Uhm, honey, we are in central Europe, coffee isn't native to this neck of woods so that's strike one. And in what universe is it zero waste? I try to be calm but sometimes I have no hope. So I essentialy had an existentional meltdown over a coffee scrub. My mental health is in shambles
I completely understand you! I try reducing my waste but I get so mad about the bs discourse of "clean" industry that is usually associated with it. I shouldn't be this annoyed:(
"An existential meltdown over coffee scrub" 😂😂😂 ohhh I relate to this little rant so hard.
I hate these type of rubbish, dishonest marketing. 😣😣😣
Use your coffee grounds in your garden! Your plants will thank you 🌱🌎❤️
Coffee grounds are good compost. They are not “waste”.
Tools and make up products that rely on crystal pseudoscience always get under my skin the most. I've had an interest in mineralogy ever since I was in middle school (I actually medaled in Science Olympiad for it), and I have a pretty good mental encyclopedia of all the various crystals that people keep claiming to have these mystical healing properties. Spoiler alert; they absolutely do not. In fact, a bunch of these supposedly distinct crystals are just varieties of quartz, which is incredibly common. So common in fact, that if you've ever set foot in white sand, you’ve likely been walking on quartz-rich sediments.
In summary, the idea that Amethyst, Citrine, Carnelian, Rose Quartz, Milky Quartz, Clear Quartz, etc, all have these supposed different effects is just absurd since they all have the same basic chemical structure. The difference in colors and formation comes down to the presence of trace minerals (itty bitty parts of other minerals that sneak into the crystal formation process) and the formation environment.
If you like the aesthetic of decorating with minerals or want to look into getting some seriously pretty jewelry that is way cheaper than pieces containing diamonds, I’d encourage you to look into the actual geologic properties of how minerals form and the varieties of the most common, inexpensive ones. But please don't fall for the claims that they can heal, energize, or spiritually influence you; they simply don't.
Edit: I'm glad you brought up how harmful and unethical the mining industry can be! I don't know enough of the specifics to speak on it confidently, but there is a definite harm to increasing demand for minerals that are being used for pseudoscientific purposes.
Thank you so much for saying this. People like you give me hope for humanity :')
I've always struggled with that fact that I love the aesthetics of crystals but I don't believe the bullshit that comes with them. I don't want people to think that I have them for any reason other than that they're pretty!
@@lolaevergreen9077 Aww, thanks! I've always been a geology nerd, so when crystals started gaining popularity because of pseudoscience, it really got to me. I see people buying crystals the same way I see people buying essential oils: buy and enjoy these things for what they are (decorations and nice smells), but don't for a second buy into the bs claims of miraculous healing powers. Also, as a bonus, try to buy them from good, ethically sound sources (for example, geology museums and basically anyone who doesn't work for an MLM).
@@tyraaaaa Same here! I don't really exactly collect rocks or mineral crystals, but I have a handful of samples that I’ve acquired either as gifts or from hiking in cool places. For me, it’s enough that I know they’re just pretty things from nature.
Belief in the power of stones can act like a placebo, so let it work :)
i giggled so hard at your “cocaine is natural so it’s good” slide.
Mmm,that is wrong.coca is natural,but cocaina isnt.
Coca leaves are used the same way that tobacco,but for nausea and headackes in high places (peruvian mountains for example).
@@EspadasYCopas Substances that are extracted from natural sources with minimal modification are considered natural 😊
Cocaine is good. Soooo
@@Sali-yw1rd listen it’s addictive and can ruin lives but saying it is “not good” is just lies.
"...2.1kg of coffee grounds on your legs to work"
I can make this work.
LOL I'm currently filtering my cold brew coffee which I usually make in 5-6 jars at once, and I definitely won't have enough to make this by the time I'm done 😆
😂😂🤣
I'm off to steal from my local coffee shop's garbage lol
The products I wish started going out of trend are: anything with a boatload of essential oils and plant extracts. Contact irritant dermatitis is no fun!
I agree! The only time I got a severe irritation that took days to sooth was with a cream with loads of natural oils and ginger extract. Never again!
When things are formulated properly it poses less of a risk. One can have a reaction to anything 🤷🏼♀️ a lot of essential oils can provide benefits which can be seen in peer reviewed journals 🧘♀️
Agree.safe dilution is the key.unfortunatly very few clean beauty brands uses it this way.
People who defend this would also put poison ivy on their face if it was bottled up and told it had some benefit.
YES!!! This is another part of the whole clean beauty nonsense. Fragrant essential oils don't belong in skincare because they do more harm than good. The benefits are negligible and they don't outweigh the risks of irritation and reactions. Essential oils are for perfume, not to put on the face.
I love how most "crystals" are just SiO2 but since some come in fun colors, they do different things somehow. Its literally beneath all our feet right now and ain't no way its treating my acne.
Joke's on them coffee scrub companies, I scrub my hands with MY coffee ground gunk after I cook/wash dishes that smell strongly of powerful flavor. Gets the scent off and makes my hands super soft. I have a small basin that catches the grounds. After scrubbing, I just chuck the gunk in my garden.
Salt does the same thing but my salt is abit more abrasive on my skin. And sometimes stings even the slightest scratch.
Tip: If you reaaally want to, ask starbucks for the grounds for your garden. It is free lmao
I always roll my eyes when I see products marketed as anti-bluelight. Not only is the blue light coming from your screens negligible when it comes to the skin damage it can do, most importantly, from what I know(correct me if I'm wrong), the ingredient that most companies use that's effective in blocking some blue light is iron oxide. Iron oxide is in every foundation, BB, CC creams, tinted moisturizer and tinted sunscreen. Chances are you're already using products that have it and don't need that special new sunscreen that blocks blue light.
The other thing is jade roller. I wanted to puke blood when I saw some of the prices. $75 for the same thing that you can get from a chinatown for $5, just in a prettier packaging? No. Growing up in a Chinese household, only my grandpa used it once in a while and nobody else even looked at it. It's not a bad tool but it certainly doesn't do miracles as some sellers claim.
I’d be really interested in seeing if the studies done on blue light were financially supported by companies wanting to come out w anti blue light products😅
omg you're so smart and articulate and still manage break it all down so it's accessible to dummies like me!!!
You're not a dummy! But thank you 😊
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience suscribed❤️😭
"cellulite isn't some sort of pathology"
yes thank you!!! its nooooormal
Thank you for pointing out the influence that exoticism has in selling gua sha tools. It's honestly insulting to see things you find in normal Chinese and other Asian households being rebranded with BS marketing and then sold for $$$.
Coffee grounds are especially bad for plumbing, since they clump together instead of breaking down and can create a clog. Never put coffee grounds down a drain.
Girl I need your opinion on these LED masks 🙄 thank you for this video 🙏🏽 you’re too funny.
I second that, please!
If you’re looking for proof there’s plenty of peer reviewed studies on the technology breaking down various wavelengths and penetration. It’s science originally developed by NASA and has been proven over and over again but I suppose finding the right brand is key. To speed up the process the latest science is supporting combining this with a green tea extract.
Led totally works for inflammation. I have chronic pain & sometimes nsaid wouldn’t touch it, but when i got in a red light machine, i felt much better which i didn’t expect. I got in for the skin benefits, but stayed for the reduced muscle inflammation
For anyone that prefers listening to reading, the Guardian article about crystals is available in The Audio Long Reads podcast. It's called Dark Crystals: the brutal reality behind a booming wellness craze. I highly recommend it.
The deceptive marketing in many skincare products makes me livid. Some of the claims are downright lies. Thank you for sharing good information regarding skincare.
I use the dermablend pigment drops, but not the way it's advertised. I apply my sunscreen, let the ash sink in a bit, then use a single drop to bring some color back to my face. Similar to light a weight foundation product.
Thank you so much for mentioning the unethical work conditions of the people mining! These issues are overlooked all the time.
Face sprays that are basically water, fragrance/essential oil, and alcohol. Grrrr.
I'm a geologist.... Obsidian isn't even a crystal. Its glass. Furthermore, amethyst, rose quartz, smokey quartz, and citrine are all the same mineral (quartz). Even Jasper is just microcrystalline quartz. Drives me nuts.
Thank you for mentioning that homeopathic stuff might cause people to delay seeking medical treatment and also that the stone sourcing can be shady. I grind my teeth at night so my physiotherapist has taught me how to massage my jaw to loosen the muscles (it’s so bad sometimes I can’t open my jaw enough for a big yawn) and I’ve been thinking of getting one of these tools bc I think I could exert more pressure and not worry about accidentally scratching myself or sth however if I do I’m getting one made of metal. No fancy stones for me.
Speak to your dentist about your jaw clenching and teeth grinding. They can help you with this condition. My dentist fit me with a nighttime mouth guard and It definitely helps.
I personally cannot stand the whole oil-free craze! Its such a shame how much oils are demonized by derms, brands, etc. I think it comes from the same mindset of fighting acne by drying out your skin, but doing that only further inflames skin and potentially makes acne worse. Oils applied to the skin are completely different from our skins own sebum firstly. Secondly, there are several oils out there that are super lightweight and can help calm inflammation without breaking you out.
I don't think oil should be demonized, but there are reasons why it isn't the right thing for my skin at the time. I do like the option of oil free products because many focus on hydration and allow me to use just one oily product at a time. Those light weight oils work best on a simple backdrop so a good oil free step really helps prep my skin. For dehydrated skin types, oil doesn't play nice on the surface of the skin. I know it doesn't clog pores, but it really just puts a seal on what ever crappy texture you have that day. I don't hate oil, but I definitely need less of it.
I have to disagree. A lot of products contain a blend of different oils with varying comedogenic ratings, which can make it very difficult to pinpoint the culprit if that product does break you out. So choosing oil-free options for the majority of your routine can help you narrow down which oils are problematic for you and which aren't. That way, if you do decide to include an oil in your routine, you can choose more deliberately.
@@GiaTheSweetPotato a stand alone oil and oils in other products are completely different though
Not when it comes to black natural hair. Ive told people dont buy so called hair oils in a beauty shop. Just buy it in the Supermarket in the oil and vinegar section. If its good enough to eat, its good enough to put it on your hair and scalp! The good thing is, if your hair doesn't like it, you can just cook with it or pour it over salad.
Ikr?!? Borage seed oil was the main thing that helped repair my moisture barrier and end the oily/harsh products/dry/heavy moisturisers/oily cycle!
I was about to flip a table when you said coffee scrubs. But I make my own with the leftovers from making coffee, and even if I don't get a benefit besides mechanical exfoliation, I love the smell. I started making soaps (melt and pour goat milk) and it's a lot less messy than a loose scrub.
But I still crack up when I see companies try to charge so much for something I make in my kitchen with mostly breakfast byproduct.
i hate when a product says it's "purifying"... What does it even mean?
Here almost every acne product says that.
Usually meant for oily skin with larger pores. Usually with salicylic acid, clay, (I'm cringing as I type these next two) charcoal or lots and lots of surfactants! I guess it just sounds nicer for marketing.
I hate foundations with SPF. It is not possible to apply the correct amount to provide sun protection.
Did you say grumpy old lady? Me too!
YES i need more youtubers talking about orientalist new-age marketing
Personally I hate cleansing balms that are full of essential oils and leave a film on your skin you can only remove by rubbing with a cloth! Give me a nice emulsifying cleansing oil any day! 😄
Oh and well done for 200K subs - great work. Bring on 500K : - )
Thank you!!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
No, cause then she won't have time to reply to our comments!! I love the personal touch!!! 💕
Really grateful that you went beyond the pseudlscience around crystals and discussed the ethics of the mining industry. Thank you for going deeper and providing these layers of information. Subscribed!
I’m surprised you didn’t mention products that come with 100% active ingredients, they monetise the whole more is better which is not good for your skin. Please make a video on your favourite retinols/ retin-A alternatives.
I think I'm going to have to make a sequel - there were a few products I didn't include that I thought about later...
Lab Muffin Beauty Science yy
Yes the ordinary comes to mind.
Here because James Welsh recommends you for no nonsense facts in his videos 😊
I love your content! So informative and in depth and never condescending or smug. Thank you for taking the time to share your expertise ❤️
as a chemist myself and a fan of makeup and skin care stuff, your videos are the best thing I've found in a long time! This is the channel i always needed/wanted and didn't even know it.
Thank you! 😊
I had a constellation of actinic keratosis spots frozen off yesterday so I’m rewatching your sunscreen videos to make sure I’m applying them correctly. I can’t go back to 1970 and put sunscreen on my little girl body, but your information is the next best thing going forward. Thank you. 🌸
Totally love the science and the way you present it!
Thank you! I try haha
We need more videos like this to clear the BS we are being served daily! Good job Michelle :)
P.s. Could you do your haircare video? Your hair is shining and bouncing with health!!!
gosh, it is incredibly refreshing to get info from someone intelligent who actually relies on studies and real science! please keep up the great work! 👏👍
love how you uploaded this at 11:45pm! 😂 YESSS i agree with you especially on spf drops :/
it's 7:45PM in Vietnam
Its 9:24pm in Malaysia
it was around 8:45 am here (US, east coast)
2am in New Zealand. Loving that LabMuff has a such a global following.
5:20 PM in Romania
I use a cheap 'Jade' roller to help apply my weekly sheet mask. Feels nice but there is zero science around the 'rock energy' and of course the cheaper rollers don't have proper jade anyway. Another great video - thanks.
oh god, i remember so many times at the gym when i'd go into the shower, and the floor would be covered in coffee and it would be all over the walls - so gross! put coffee grounds on your gardens to ward off the slugs, not on your butt!
WTF at the gym? That's not your personal spa ladies! Clog the drains in your own shower. What inconsiderate fools!
Thank you for addressing that healing crystal part! I have never believed in them anyway, but I didn't know they could also be unethically sourced...! I feel kind of dumb not connecting the dots since I already knew the problematic aspects of gemstone and precious metal mining but somehow I still thought hoarding crystals is just completely harmless and doesn't have an effect on anybody else, mainly because it seems to be a hobby for a relatively small group of people. Thanks for giving me a good reminder that just because crystals and quartz stones are technically cheap and the industry behind them isn't looking quite as imposing as all those huge and criminal royal jewellery businesses, they might still cause similar environmental and ethical problems.
Very true! Marketing often is so over the top. Whilst calling themselves 'authentic' 🤦♀️
I'm so happy to see you speak about these things! Especially the blue light products! I'm tired of seeing videos about products that will protect me from blue light. Scientists have said its not a real concern and it's essentially a scam so I don't understand why so many people are still buying and promoting products to protect against blue light. Thank you for this video!
i cannot help but grin every time you say "nerdification bell". love it when one's accent lends itself to puns like that hahaha
i'm in esthetics school right now (Aveda) and their sunscreen is a physical sunscreen with an SPF of 30. in our facials they suggest to only use TWO OR THREE DROPS of the sunscreen. It freaks me out so much. I always have to apply more sunscreen after it's my turn getting a facial because their sunscreen is so ineffective. send help! nobody knows how to properly apply sunscreen 😭
I just graduated from an Aveda school, and OH LOKI I hate that sunscreen! I'm super pale and it still left a crazy white/ slightly purple cast. And yes, I pat it in (which also kinda skeeves me out; how are you gonna get even coverage like that?)
UGH I relate to this on so many levels! When I was in esthetics school (not Aveda though, the school I just graduated from uses Dermalogica), One of the sunscreens we use, the Solar Defense Booster SPF50, was marketed suggesting you could mix some of it with moisturizer and it would give you an SPF of 45. Not to mention nobody (including the instructors) was using nearly enough product during facials to give the SPF on the bottle. I was stupefied! 😣
I worked at an aveda salon and that sunscreen got recalled sooooo many times for not being the spf that was advertised (it was under 30 spf because they were trying to naturally derive the spf was what I was told) so I literally never touched it because thats a lil sus.
wow...i am thinking about the other students who are not as educated as you about spf use. I honestly feel bad for their future clients because they'll be misguided by a "professional" 🤦
Akshita Mehra To be fair, from what I’ve been hearing the education in esthetics programs in general isn’t great, its mostly to teach you proper sanitation and infection control. As estheticians our education doesn’t end at graduation so the responsibility is on us to continue our training and education, whether that be through advance practice programs, seminars, apprenticeships, training under other salons/spas, etc. there are estheticians out there that are well educated to be experts, We just don’t get everything there is to know through esthetics school, which is really a shame! I wish I knew why it was that way 😔
My mom has become one of those "natural" fanatics in recent years. Refuses to wear sunscreen (even after having melanoma cancer multiple times) but is terrified of blue light and EMFs from electronics. She also bought an expensive "crystal" necklace that looks like it's probably a cheap piece of plastic on a cheap chain.
Thank you for explaining the blue light claims. I was shelling out so much 💰for blue light spf's because I am in front of screens all day for work.
I did notice improvement in my thigh celullite with coffee scrub, and was impressed because I didnt expect it. I hate that it leaves a smell and stuff in the shower tho
Love the video. I personally really love gua sha along with hand massage but yes the whole marketing aspect is a bit too much
My favorite person ever 🥺🥺 you need to give lectures/workshops to beauty guru
Really glad you highlighted the issues with crystals - they're so often just seen as a useless but harmless thing, but the ethical issues behind the scenes are awful :/
Thank you so much for talking about the exploitation that goes on in the crystal/gem trade!!!
Love this. My rant would be skincare and makeup products with SPF 15 which are sold as a 'safer' and 'gentler' alternative to a dedicated SPF 30+ sunscreen. Nope - they are more dangerous because they don't protect your skin as well, especially since there are studies that show people don't apply enough of SPF moisturisers and foundations compared to sunscreen.
I don't put much stock in the SPF moisturiser study (I think I talked about it in my latest SPF myths video), but agree with about foundation!
@@LabMuffinBeautyScience oh interesting!! I haven't seen that vid, I will definitely watch it - I'm happy to be corrected. I do think SPF 15 is not enough for Australian conditions though.
Ha ha, love a good weekend rant. You nailed it like a Boss as usual. Hello from London, England ; - )
Talk about micro current devices. Are they useful? And if they are, what is the proper way to use them. Thx!
I have fibromyalgia and RA and get face and jaw pain, so gua sha and the rose quartz roller feel amazing! They do make me look less puffy but that's it for looking any different. But it helps with tension and pain.
I love EVERYTHING about this video. The “grumpy old lady” comment, how shiny her hair is, the use of critical thought, the distaste for capitalism. 😙👌🏾 perfection.
Great video!! I personally hate the idea of face masks especially sheet masks - I get that it's a beauty ritual for a lot of people and am not hating on that , but the idea that using a specific ingredient (say an AHA mask) only 1x a week coupled with the expectations most consumers have for these masks is kind of ridiculous
Ugh, and anything that falls under the fear monger in “non toxic beauty.” Or chemical free! Sadly, fear sells!
I totally agree with you,, the beauty industry is really frustrating and I hate how much misinformation and pseudoscience drive the marketing for many products.
Coffee grounds are good for compost, quality stuff for dirt making.
Also, coffee grounds tend to stick in the plumbing if you rinse off the scrub... You can end up with expensive repairs if you insist on a coffee scrub
“cellulite is a perfectly normal part of a woman’s body and most women have it.” 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I’m here from James Welsh and I love this video already and I’m only a minute in!!! Notifications on for me! 🌱💓
Cellulite is healthy and normal in men's bodies too 😃
I feeled really attacked when you said "scrubbing your body and scrubbing the bath after" hahahahaha
So funny, I have made my own coffee scrub for ages. I just mix my old coffee grounds with olive oil in a mason jar, and I only use it like once a month for some physical exfoliation on my legs and arms.
You are GREAT! The voice of reason. And I agree, the marketing around these products is what really bothers me.
I'm glad you spoke against jade rollers, I want one so much because I think it would be really enjoyable, but I refuse to buy crystals for the reasons you cited as well as how terrible it is for the environment and animals. I'll buy secondhand, but never new. Mining is incredibly destructive and I won't contribute to it just so I can enjoy my skincare a little more.
You're such an inspiring woman to look up to. You give others a break down of myths and how questionable claims companies make could be harmful, but in a digestible comprehensive way. I would have done better in chemistry if you were my teacher. Thank you so much!
What upsets me is alcohol denat in high end damn products like Lancôme and such. You basically pay for stripped skin that's glowing.
I'm so glad you're giving us the educated truth. We need your content in the world.
10/10 for that thumbnail
I totally agree and also hate natural food based scrubs they clog up plumbing and attracts bacteria.
Hey since you mentioned it, how much of a BS are those products claiming "lymphatic drainage"? I see it often on posts related to both rollers and massages, facials etc, and some even claim to prevent lymph-related serious diseases which screams pseudo science. But, of course, they never explain what it actually is and how it works, also from what I could find the scientific literature is not very rich on this topic beyond massage techniques on certain types of tissue swellings. For skincare and beauty at least, what is it, how is it drained, and is it really that big of a deal? I mean, even if rollers and facials do result in lymphatic drainage, does it in fact make a difference noticeable to the eye or has it any invisible benefits?
I really doubt it would help with any serious diseases - that screams pseudoscience alt-med to me too. I think it could provide temporary facial slimming though. There's a study from Shiseido that I've seen some people say links lymphatic drainage to increased collagen, but again it's a flimsy chain of reasoning.
Cranky old lady here as well! I personally love using a gua sha stone for my skincare but I HATE how it’s marketed as well as the prices the trendy brands are selling these stones for. Some sell them for $60 and even more. Insane!
Hi michelle, can you do a video about the difference between the ordinary's retinol in squalene and granactive retinoid? On the website it says that the granactive retinoid is more effective while being less iritating which sounds too good to be true
@@miss_pinya she responded to Dr Dray commenting on this (on her own channel, minding her own business) and ignored most of the points Dr Dray made. There's not really any evidence behind it, essentially, so cheap or not it doesn't really compare to an (often equally as inexpensive) established kind of product with decades upon decades of trails and evidence to back up its efficacy.
@Ray Gin I want to know this too! Btw Michelle did touch slightly on this (regarding Dryness, Redness and Burning) in her How to start on Retinoids video (1:48). The retinoid used in The Ordinary is hydroxypinacolone retinoate. But still I want to know the extent of effectiveness of those! I have been using The Ordinary Granactive retinoid 5% in squalane for months now. It feels great on the skin, no burning whatsoever but I'm wondering if Retinol is more effective for anti-aging:-?
@@sunscreenhoarder6558 I’ve noticed a bunch of misinformation in Cassandra’s videos :(
@@sunscreenhoarder6558 do you know which video it was? thanks
@@sunscreenhoarder6558 Dr. Dray gets a lot of hate but at least she backs her points up, keeps it respectful and a thing people forget... she is a dermatologist. She is actually an expert in the field. I can't help but think that if she was a man she wouldn't get the same amount of negative press. I follow other male dermatologists on youtube that say way more controversial stuff and are waaaay ruder yet they are still vibing and no one comes for them
I think it's hopeless clearing up my acne prone, sensitive and oily skin when I stay up up till 4am every single day. 😔
Damnnn didn't know coffee scrub is like that.
I applaud you for your cynicism. I hate trendy US marketed skincare because of there are usually not backed up by any studies. It is like saying Coca Cola funding a study in which that their products are not that bad.
Thank you for the clarification on blue light filter products, I've always felt a little suspicious about those.
I actually like coffee scrubs a lot! But not for cellulite, I just mix a few teaspoons with my regular non-soapy shower gel and use it to exfoliate rough areas of my skin once in a while. I found it works a lot better for me than sugar or salt scrubs, because those dissolve and melt away, while coffee grounds don't. I haven't had any issue with any stains or clogs inside the shower drains. Leaves my skin super soft and costs basically nothing, since I just have to save up the grounds from the coffee I already drank that day
I did not know that about crystals, thanks for the information. I don’t use them because of the pseudoscience, but I see them all over you tube. My pet peeves are companies that sell expensive skincare or devices, with marketing that tries to convince you to spend tons of money to avoid aging. Another pet peeve is the fruit and flower extracts for anti-aging put into foundations. I’m sensitive to them, along with all fragrance, and these extracts don’t seem to serve any purpose other than marketing.
I loooove coffee scrubs, but I never buy the product, but I do it myself at home by mixing used and dried coffee grounds with oil. I don't believe that it will make my cellulite miraculously disappear, I just appreciate its exfoliating function. It's cheap, it does its job and that's why I like it.
Wow, so true, we can of course use our hands (applying this across industries, see so many unnecessary and even damaging money grabs going on).
Yes! The marketing. I love a good gimmick as much as the next person, but when it could be harmful to somebody it grinds my gears!!
I have so much respect for you the moment you started talking about exotisation, crystal pseudoscience and child labour.
Every time I see your posts, I wonder: what lipstick is she wearing?
So I need to ask now - what brand and colour of lipstick are you wearing?
It’s so beautiful on you!
NAHHH BE HARSH IM SO SICK OF THE SAME EXACT THINGSSS!!!! talking about it will slowly reach the teams that work on these companies and hopefully we can see a difference in a year or two
I hope so too!
You have the voice of many educational voice overs lol. Interesting about the visible light. I have lupus and while I have not been specifically told to worry about visible light, I’m wondering I should still look for iron oxide protection for this. Good to know that it’s not a big risk for most people though.
I hate the idea of anti aging as a whole. It creates this illusion that aging is bad or undesirable. If we want to be technical, there is no such thing as an anti aging product because all the stimulants and plumbers don’t actually stop the skin from aging. I wish the portion of the beauty industry would rebrand as healthy aging or something along that line. Instead of eww you should fix those wrinkles let’s look at is as hey, these are natural and beautiful and use these products to continue aging radiantly.
I absolutely love gua sha but I was shocked to see the stones sold and what the marketing claims - my experience is that you need an experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner to get the (incredible) benefits of a gua sha facial. My practitioner uses a combination of acupuncture, gua sha, and light therapy in her TCM facials and cosmetic acupuncture, with great results. Me rubbing my face with a gua sha stone at home is pointless as I don't know anything about the lymph system or meridians or qi.
That watermelon coloured cute thing in the background is ADORABLE! What is it and how can I find one 🥰🥰🥰 and great vid btw xx
Good questions!
Fantastic video. Thank you. I love your cranky old lady bit. I also watch youtube at 1.5x speed so you appear even more excited about your opinions! Love the critical thinking you promote.