In this week’s Juicy Beauty News, we’re marking the start of Skin Cancer Awareness Month with a closer look at the most common cancer in the U.S.—and one of the most preventable. Just five sunburns in your life can double your risk of melanoma. We’re breaking down what to watch for, how to protect yourself, and the truth behind sunscreen myths still spreading online. 🧴

Also in Juicy Beauty News: Linda Evangelista opens up about the trauma of a botched cosmetic procedure, “Ozempic face” has skincare brands scrambling for new firming solutions, and fermented ingredients are trending again—this time with real potential to fight collagen breakdown. Plus, there’s a new contender for ultimate “glass skin” ingredient, and it’s probably not what you think.

You’ll also find this week’s What Did I Buy, Winner or the Week, Loser of the Week, and Comment of the Week, including budget-friendly product picks, fragrance-free antioxidant serums, and a breakdown of which pricey skincare is actually worth the splurge. About the Dogs features a lawn-mowing adventure (Ike took it very seriously), and congrats to Giveaway Winner Amy R.! 🎉

Juicy Beauty News

• May Is Skin Cancer Awareness Month!
  With over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year, skin cancer is America’s most common cancer. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable cancers.

• Linda Evangelista left traumatized and in therapy after botched cosmetic procedure permanently damaged body
  Model Linda Evangelista sued Zeltiq Aesthetics Inc. for $50 million after CoolSculpting allegedly left her body 'brutally disfigured'

• Weight loss skincare is on the way: New antiaging treatment was designed to battle ‘Ozempic face’
  You wanted a tighter waistline — and ended up with a looser face.

• Harnessing fermentation: OnScent’s approach to sustainable skin careOpens in new window

  Few natural ingredients effectively combat glycation, a major factor in collagen breakdown and visible skin aging, but OnScent’s Acerola Cherry Ferment is designed to do just that.

• Derms Say This Is the Ultimate "Glass Skin" Ingredient, and You've Probably Never Heard of It
  … there are only a select few that editors and experts rely on for "glass skin." You know, the trend that originated in South Korea and is all about smooth, plump, and ultra-shiny skin.

• Misinformation about sunscreen, skin cancer hits young adults
  Online survey shows many don’t wear sunscreen regularly or believe that suntans cause cancer

• RED ALERT Just FIVE bouts of sunburn in your lifetime ‘doubles risk of killer skin cancer’ – do you know the signs to look for?
  IT'S common knowledge that sun damage can increase your risk of developing skin cancer. But experts have warned that it takes a scarily low number of sunburns in your lifetime to make you vulnerable to melanoma

👀 What did I buy this week?👀

Don’t tell Cameraman!

• I'm from - Black Rice Toner
  At Yesstyle:  Use Rewards Code NOBSBEAUTY for an additional discount!
  

• medicube - PDRN Pink Peptide Serum

  At Yesstyle: Use Rewards Code NOBSBEAUTY for an additional discount!
  

• haruharu wonder - Black Rice Night Knight Retinol Serum

  At Yesstyle: Use Rewards Code NOBSBEAUTY for an additional discount!
  

• COSRX Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer for Face with 7 Ceramide

  At Amazon:  (sold & shipped by Cosrx)
  

• Life Extension Creatine Capsules – Creatine Monohydrate 

  At Iherb
  

• HeveBlue Salmon Caring Centella Ampoule - Salmon PDRN, Salmon Egg Extract At Amazon: (sold & shipped by HeveBlue)
  
  

• ROUND LAB - Camellia Deep Collagen Firming Ampoule

  At Yesstyle: Use Rewards Code NOBSBEAUTY for an additional discount!

  
  

• Dear, Klairs - Freshly Juiced Vitamin Essence Toner

  At Yesstyle: Use Rewards Code NOBSBEAUTY for an additional discount!

About the Dogs

This week was mostly uneventful in the best way—but the big excitement came when Cameraman finally mowed the grass for the first time this spring. Naturally, Ike took his role as “supervisor” very seriously, following along like he was personally responsible for lawn maintenance. Lincoln, on the other hand, was not thrilled about the noise and spent most of the time looking mildly panicked from a safe distance. And Gabby? She couldn’t care less. As long as she has her cozy spot and a snack or two, the lawn could be on fire and she’d still be unbothered.

Winner of the Week -
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the world, but its severity and fatality depend on the type. 

How Common Is Skin Cancer?

• Over 5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. each year.

• 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70.

• More than 2 people die of skin cancer every hour just in the U.S.

Types of Skin Cancer (and How Dangerous They Are):

1. Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
   Most common type.

   Grows slowly and rarely spreads.

   Rarely fatal if treated early.
   

2. Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

   Second most common.

   Can spread if left untreated.

   Roughly 2,000 deaths per year in the U.S.
   

3. Melanoma

   Least common but most deadly.

   Can spread quickly to other organs.

   Causes over 8,000 deaths annually in the U.S.

   Early detection has a 99% survival rate, but late-stage survival drops drastically.

Key Prevention Tips:

• Wear sunscreen daily (SPF 30 or higher).

• Avoid tanning beds.

• Get annual skin checks.

• Watch for new or changing moles using the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving).

Sephora also has their annual Sun Safety Favorites Set.  Proceeds from sales of the kit go to the Sloan Kettering Research Center.  The kit can be seen and purchased here

Loser of the Week - 
The Worst Skincare Brands that Cost the Most Money & Have the Least Value

Before I dive into anything, let me say this loud and clear: if there’s a product you love and it works for you—keep using it! I will never shame someone’s holy grail. Skincare is personal, and what works for one person might not work for another. So if you’ve found your magic in a jar, bottle, or tube, don’t let anyone talk you out of it.

That said, here are my thoughts.

There are definitely skincare products out there with hefty price tags that are 100% worth every penny. These are the formulas backed by science, clinical testing, and truly transformative results. On the flip side, there are products that cost a small fortune—but when you dig into the ingredients, it’s hard to see where your money is actually going.

Some skincare ingredients are naturally expensive to source, refine, or formulate. Others are widely available, incredibly effective, and cost just pennies per use. The luxury tier of skincare often includes ingredients that are rare, labor-intensive to extract, or simply indulgent for the sake of experience. Think: caviar, gold, diamond powder, white truffle extract, bee venom, human growth factors, and high-purity bakuchiol. These ingredients come with serious price tags—and in some cases, serious benefits like collagen stimulation, firming, or deep hydration.

But there are also fantastic ingredients that are far more budget-friendly. Things like niacinamide, glycerin, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), shea butter, and green tea extract. Many of these are found in both drugstore staples and high-end formulations—and they work.

When Is the Price Justified? Understanding ingredients is key. Once you get familiar with what’s inside your products, it becomes easier to tell whether a high price tag is justifiable or just marketing.

Here’s how I personally break it down:

Expensive—but in my opinion, not worth the markup: La Mer, Tatcha, Dr. Barbara Sturm, 111SKIN, and Chantecaille.  These brands lean heavily on aesthetic appeal and luxury positioning. And while they’re not “bad,” they often use common ingredients at luxury prices.

Expensive—but more justifiably so: SkinMedica, SkinCeuticals, Augustinus Bader, and Calecim.

These brands incorporate high-potency actives, growth factors, patented complexes, or serious clinical backing. For me, these feel more like investments than indulgences.

At the end of the day, it’s your skin and your call. If something works for you—regardless of price—go for it. Just try to make sure your decisions are informed. Learning to read ingredient lists and understand what you’re actually paying for is one of the most empowering things you can do in your skincare journey.   Luxury can be fabulous—but so can function. 

In Case You Missed It

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📅 4.24 — COSRX New! Ceramide Skin Barrier Moisturizer for Face with 7 Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid & Panthenol

📅 4.25 — Best Snail & Vegan Snail Mucin 🐌 Snail Mucin Faves & Phyto-Mucin Vegan Winners

📅 4.26 — Drunk Elephant Moisturizer Versus - Comparison and Dupes For Bora Barrier, Protini, and Lala Creams

📅 4.28 — Keep Hearing About PDRN? Do You Need it in Your Routine? Benefits From PDRN for Skin and Aging

📅 4.29 — Gross Influencer Behavior & Thousands for Undisclosed Skincare Ads?! How Do We Get Back to Reality?

📅 4.30 — New Skincare I'm Excited to Try! Featuring Klairs, Round Lab, The Ordinary, Good Molecules & More!

Comment of the Week

@dorotamaderak3811  • 21 hours ago
HI there, really love Your channel/Thank You very much. I am looking for a video for someone like me who uses Tretinoin and Retinaldehydes in Remedy/who is looking for NON Growth Factor and NON exosome serums/antioxidants/etc without any SILVER like Allies on Skin/non fragranced. Thank You for considering making such video.

Thank you for your comments! I love this question, I am going to cover it in my newsletter. I have a few suggestions for you to check out.
1.  The NIOD Survival 0 Serum.  This is a great antioxidant serum that doesn't contain any of the ingredients you mentioned.  It contains some nice brightening and protecting ingredients such as superoxide dismutase, tomato, astaxanthin, and pycnogenol.  This is fragrance free.
2.  The RevivSerums Telomerase 6 in 1 Corrective Serum. This one is a little on the pricey side, but it is 1.7 Ounces so larger than the average serum.  This one is great for anti-aging and uses several peptides such as Matrixyl 3000, Snap 8, and Argireline.  It also contains a lot of amino acids for barrier repair and hydration.  It has a really nice gel texture and fits into routines pretty nicely.  This one is fragrance free. Use Discount Code NOBSBEAUTY7 for an additional discount on your order!
3. Theramid Derma - Peptides 35% Multi-Peptide Treatment
This one is a great anti-aging serum that they just recently updated with a few new peptides.  It has a nice lotion texture and can be used morning and/or evening.  This one will be nice for skin with deep set wrinkles as well as fine lines.  It is also great for wound healing and soothing skin.

Giveaway - The winner is Amy R.