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Welcome to Issue 24 of the No BS Beauty Bulletin!
Welcome to Issue 24 of the No BS Beauty Bulletin!
Hello, beauty enthusiasts! We're back with another exciting edition of our newsletter, packed with the latest beauty updates, news, and personal stories. As we continue through July, we’ve got a lot to share, from intriguing beauty news to the latest skincare trends and must-have products.
Here's what's on tap for this week:
- Juicy Beauty News: Get the latest scoop on everything happening in the beauty world. From the skincare obsession spanning ages 11 to 44, to Korean skincare brands dominating TikTok, we cover it all. Plus, learn about FDA warnings to major retailers, the rise of 'sunxiety,' and more.
- What Did I Buy This Week?: Peek into my latest beauty acquisitions, including some exciting new releases and trusted favorites.
- About the Dogs: Our furry friends had their own adventures this week! Gabby got a fresh haircut, Lincoln caused some mischief at Grandpa’s house, and Ike enjoyed my inventive contraption to help him into the car. Read all about their antics and how they're happy to have Cameraman back home.
- Winner of the Week: Discover the amazing benefits of Adapinoid, a third-generation retinoid, and why it’s our top pick this week for skincare.
- Loser of the Week: Learn about the concerning trend of plasma devices and why thorough research is crucial before considering this skincare treatment.
- In Case You Missed It: Catch up on our latest YouTube videos, featuring in-depth skincare reviews, product comparisons, and essential beauty tips.
- This Week’s Giveaway: Congratulations to this week's winner, Elinor H.! We've sent you an email with all the details on how to claim your fabulous prize. Additionally, we want to give a shoutout to last week’s winner, Maureen G. We’ve been trying to reach out to you, but our emails are bouncing back due to a full mailbox. Please check your inbox and get back to us as soon as possible!
Thank you for joining us once again. Your support and enthusiasm are what make our beauty community so vibrant and special. Let’s dive in and see what’s new in the beauty world this week!
Joke of the Week:
Q: How did the sunscreen win a gold medal?
A: By blocking out the competition
Juicy Beauty News
Age 11 or 44, what’s the deal with skincare? Our Best Life
My friend gave me wrinkle cream for my 44th birthday. My daughter got blemish serum for her 11th. What’s the deal with the skincare obsession?
Data Shows Korean Skin Care Brands Are Dominating Via Organic TikTok Buzz — and It’s Not Close
Korean skin care is swelling — and with little effort by the brands leading the pack.FDA warns Walmart, Amazon, and other retailers over unapproved skin peel products
(FDA) has warned several online retailers, including Walmart and Amazon, for selling unapproved chemical peel skin products.Consumer survey reports growing 'sunxiety' is fueling demand for multi-functional sunscreens
As consumers' anxiety about sun exposure increases, a new study by Veylinx revealed insights into the consumer demand for multi-functional sunscreens that not only protect against UV rays but also offer benefits such as anti-aging, hydration, and vitamin C based on reported consumer use habits.
[PSA] Melanoma: if it’s pink, stop and think!
I was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer a few months ago at age 25.
👀 What did I buy this week?👀
Don’t tell Cameraman!
About the Dogs
This week, our furry friends had their own little adventures! Gabby got a fresh new haircut from the groomer. While she absolutely loves car rides, the groomer is definitely not her favorite place. But now she’s looking sharp and ready for more car trips.
Lincoln, on the other hand, decided to be a bit mischievous. He spent his time at Grandpa’s house digging massive holes in the woods. Thankfully, the damage was contained to the forested area, so no harm done to the yard!
Ike had a blast with my makeshift Rube Goldberg contraption to help him get into the back of the car, since he’s too heavy for me to lift. It worked like a charm, and Ike seemed to enjoy the process. I think it's safe to say that everyone, including the dogs, is happy that Cameraman is back home!
Winner of the Week - Adapinoid
Adapinoid is the newest third-generation retinoid and is a precursor to adapalene. In the United States Adapalene is considered an over-the-counter drug, and made famous by Differin. Differin has been found to be an almost miracle worker for acne and clogged pores. Adapinoid has been found to be more gentle, yet more efficient than Adapalene. That being said, most of this research has been done by the manufacturer. Adapoinoid promises to do the following:
Reduce Breakouts and acne
Exfoliate dead skin cells clearing skin
Help with inflammation in skin
Prevent clogged pores
Assist with wrinkle reduction
At this point there are only two products featuring this ingredient: Skinfix Acne+ Adapinoid Gel with Niacinamide and the Paula’s Choice Clinical Pro Retinaldehyde Dual Retinoid Treatment. I have extensively used the Skinfix and really enjoyed it. At this point I’ve only tested the Paula’s Choice option and so far my skin does not like it (but I am committed to trying again). The Paula’s Choice seemed to do the opposite of what I was expecting- red, swollen, broken out skin. Although only one application is not enough to judge any product. I look forward to more adapinoid options in the near future!
At Sephora: Skinfix Acne+ Adapinoid Gel
Loser of the Week - Plasma Devices -
It seems like plasma technology for skincare is an ever evolving science. With this said, if you are debating doing a plasma treatment to your face please do more research on this treatment! It seems that more people are dissatisfied than happy after completing this treatment.
Out of the thousands of plasma devices on the market (even some of the pricey ones) most are not plasma at all: they are instead electric! I was even fooled into buying what I thought was a plasma device called the Plamere Plasma Pen. Thankfully after a couple patch tests in inconspicuous areas I realized if I used this on my face it would scar my face instead of inducing beneficial collagen production. True plasma technology should not leave brown dots on your face, instead it should be leaving small skin colored dots that heal quickly. At this point I am only aware of a couple of “true” plasma devices: Plaxel+ Plasma Pen, Subnovii Plasma Pen, and the Jet Plasma Pen. Obviously this short article is over simplifying a very complex topic so more information on Plasma devices can be seen here:
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In Case You Missed It
7.26 Paula's Choice Skincare New! CLINICALPRO Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment First Impression
This weeks giveaway
The winner is Elinor H.
We are excited to announce this week’s giveaway winner: Congratulations, Elinor H.! We've sent you an email with all the details on how to claim your fabulous prize. We can’t wait for you to enjoy these beauty goodies!
We also want to give a shoutout to last week’s winner, Maureen G. We’ve been trying to reach out to you, but our emails are bouncing back due to a full mailbox. Please check your inbox and get back to us as soon as possible!
Thank you all for your continued participation and support in our giveaways. Keep an eye on your inboxes for more chances to win and exciting updates!
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