An honest opinion and reviews of beauty products. No paid collaborations or free products here. I have paid for all of this with my own money and just want to share my thoughts on these products so it might help you find the best products for your skin type. Since I buy all these products with my own money it enables me to give you my honest opinion.
Thank you all for viewing. Sarah
My address is: No BS Beauty 3469 Lake Elmo Ave N, #897 Lake Elmo, MN 55042
I just ordered this. It’s a repurchase that I got ages ago. I remember liking it. My skin barrier has been freaking out and I’m going to do the Ceramide Shot Ampule by AmpleN with this product on top. Maybe some 5% Pycnogenol in between. The water bomb should show up tomorrow! 🙌
A mineral favorite of mine is MDSolarSciences Mineral Creme spf 50. It's blurring and may be a little light but it sits on the skin beautifully. And I think it has 17% zinc oxide, which is great, but the finish doesn't look like it.
I just discovered that Skin & Lab have a Barrierderm Milky Serum that contains a few types of ceramides. I'm interested to try and just wondering, have you tried Skin & Lab's Barrierderm line before? Would LOVE to hear your opinion on it 😊
Dang, I was trying to gatekeep the suncut water essence sunscreen 😅😂 welp, grab it while you can, it’s my holy grail (coming from an extremely oily girl) not too drying or greasy, it’s perfect.
Finally! I follow so many influencers & you are the first this year to post a video on sunscreens that are sweat and water resistant. Thank you so much for this and all of your other reviews!! I’ll be watching your content before anyone else’s from now on. 😊
I think japanese outdoor sunscreens are underrated yet technologically way ahead of korean sunscreens. It's because in Japan the weather is more humid so the sunscreen must be durable yet lightweight. Yes korean sunscreens tend to have more bs skincare ingredients, but from the provided protection standpoint, japanese products are superior and more trustworthy.
Love your channel! I love that’s it’s not sponsored, you’re a rare gem on RU-vid 😊 Since I can’t use chemical sunscreens because they irritate my skin, the best body mineral sunscreen that I’ve tried so far is the Md solar science spf 50 and for face the cotz spf50 tinted one.
I've tried some of the sunscreens mentioned in this video, and unfortunately, they weren't strong enough for the summertime. I learned the hard way with a sunburn. Now, I stick to US sunscreens that have provided excellent protection against the harsh summer sun, from brands like Neutrogena, Coppertone, and Banana Boat. While I prefer the texture of some foreign sunscreens, they just don't offer enough protection during the summer, and I've ended up with a sunburn using them.😢
@@NOBSBeauty I tried the La Roche-Posay sunscreen and unfortunately got sunburned after walking for about 15 minutes. I applied it twice, waiting about 20 minutes before going outside on a very hot, sunny day (after 4 pm), expecting it to protect my face and neck. While I appreciate its light texture, I found it wasn’t strong enough. I wonder if the lighter texture of these foreign sunscreens makes them less effective. I had similar results with the Biore sunscreen. The Skin Aqua UV barrier doesn’t sting my eyes, but I noticed I get a slightly darker tan and sometimes a little pink. The Suncut UV gel (2024 version) protected me, but I ended up with a light golden tan and sometimes a little pink, and it irritated my eyes after a while. I also have the Avene Ultra Light Fluid SPF 50+. It doesn’t irritate my eyes but it doesn’t protect well in the summer. My face got dark pink while wearing it to the store. It seems like all of these sunscreens lose most of their effectiveness on humid days. On the other hand, the US brands I mentioned still protect well in humid conditions, so I typically use their sport versions. Neutrogena Beach Defense works well for me in the summer. I primarily used it on my body, but then started using it on my face. It is lighter and more moisturizing than other US sunscreens I've used, but it has fragrance and caused eye irritation after a while. I avoid applying it too close to my eyes and usually use the Avene Ultra Light Fluid or the Skin Aqua around my eyes instead. I wear sunglasses so I don’t get sunburned around my eyes.
Thank you for this!!! I try to stay out of the sun in the summertime, but I have a few places to go where there isn't a lot of shade. My melasma thanks you!!! Many blessings!!!💖💖💖
I definitely alwways remind myself we care way more about what we look like than anyone else ever will. So darn true. And so freeing to practice that train of thought!
You are 100% right about that, I think most people have that same insecurity but it's good to remember that, honesty, no one cares if my skin looks dry or not. 🤷🏼♀️
i recently tried the new prequel multi quench and it stung upon application and i woke up with very dry skin both days i tried it. i skipped it the oast 2 days and my skin was fine again. im going to try it again to see if it was a fluke but wondering if you think it was an allergy (ive never had a reaction to a product before) or possibly just too much moisuture? i did use multiple toners and serums afterward. ive read there is a thing as too much hydration which can damage your moisture barrier..but wondering if you know how to tell when that hapoens or how much hydration is "too much
Have you had issues with chemical sunscreens in the past? This SPF contains Butyloctyl Salicylate, which is actually a chemical filter. It also has silica, tin oxide, and mica in the formula. I've found those ingredients drying myself. Some mineral Sunscreens feel nice at first then end up drying my out.
I just bought the Kose Suncut again. I used it 3 years ago and liked it. I needed toget to my shipping minimum from Yesstyle, so I added it! I'm very sensitive and have had no issues with this! I also have the Kao Nivea Sun Protect Water Gel, but it's so waterproof/resistant that I have a difficult time removing it😆For whatever that it worth to anyone 🥰Have a beautiful day💗💗💗🕊
Anessa is wonderful, pricey, but always reliable and have never gotten burned using their products. They have released a few new ones this year and I need to give them a try soon.
Great video, Sarah! That was a lot of work for you to go through all of these! Of the ones you mentioned, which one is the lightest feeling on the skin, best to use under makeup and doesn’t make you “glowy”? I just bought Nivea UV Super Water Essence EX SPF50+, PA++++ and like it very much. I believe it is Japanese.
The Nivea one is great! The lightest feeling one would probably be the Evy Technology Face Mousse, feels super light and sets to a completely natural finish. The other one is probably the Skin Aqua Super Moisture Barrier SPF, and then after that would probably be the Allie Kanebo UV Gel. Japan makes some great sunscreens!
Hi Sarah! You deserve a bunch of shiny, gold stars for giving us a great video after a long, hard day! ⭐️🌟 Love Skinfix so I'll be trying this cleanser for sure! 🩶✨🩶✨🩶
Definitely! I might have done one on this but it was probably quite a while ago. Offhand the first few that come to mind: NIOD Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist, the Ghost Democracy Peptide Packed Face Mist, the Geek & Gorgeous Liquid Hydration are a few that instantly comes to my mind.
Ever since i tried an oil cleanser, I can't go back to washing my face where u have to wet it first (except in the AM). I love that I can just go in with dry hands and the oil starts removing everything right away. the idea of wetting a full face of makeup, sunscreen, sweat, and oil just feels gross to me now
I totally get that- funny that it took me 30+ years before I ever tried an oil cleanser or a cleansing balm. Now with many sunscreens I use I couldn't imagine not using them,.
That is a tough one- there are so many great ones from TO, NIOD, and Theramid. My skin has been pretty dry lately so at night I've been reaching for the Theramid or the NIOD CAIL Lipid a lot. Typically when my skin isn't so dry I really like The Ordinary Copper Peptides and the NIOD Copper Amino Isolate Serum. So hard to pick one but I'd probably pick the Theramid since it is a bit higher percentage and a little more affordable than the NIOD CAIL.
I was wondering if you have tried the Depology Matrixyl 3000 serum? I just started using it, but I saw that you can't mix that with ascorbic acid. But do you think you can use that prior to using Trentinoin? Also, if I put on ascorbic acid, wait 10 minutes, then put on the matrixyl 3000 do you think that would be enough time?
I have it and have been meaning to work on my review for it! I do think you can use it with tretinoin, if possible I'd apply a light serum in between. From my understanding typically 15 or so minutes should be a sufficient amount of time and gives the skin time for the pH to adjust back to being more neutral. That would work well if you spend that time getting ready, making coffee, or styling your hair then go back and finish your routine.
I can't really speak to the makeup removal question regarding cleansers because I don't wear makeup but several cleansers I know of are geared as one step cleansers: Dr Idriss's Soft Wash Prequel's Gleanser Avene's Xeracalm CeraVe's cleansing oil Bioderma Sensibio - Foaming Gel My favorite drug store cleanser is probably the Aveeno Nourishing Oat Cleanser. I dislike foaming cleansers for the most part because they dry my face out.
@@NOBSBeauty I just received one of my prequel orders today. I ordered two of their hypochlorous sprays and they arrived TOTALLY EMPTY😭 However another product of theirs I highly recommend is their redness reform serum. It feels so soothing when you put it on….especially if you leave it in the refrigerator. Definitely helps reduce the redness (I have rosacea). At least they arrived untampered with 🤦🏼♀️
Just curious to tamper my expectations (because you look SO wonderful) what procedures youve had done. Just want to know what to expect from skincare and what not to 😊 only if you feel comfortable discolsing. Im sure you have in the past but im newer to your channel.
No worries at all and I'm so glad you found me here! I really only started seeing an esthetician about a year ago and she has done a few things. 1. Broad Band Light Treatment on my forehead to help treat my melasma and hyperpigmentation. I did this twice and I do believe it has helped. 2. Microneedling with a brightening serum, I've done this now twice (just did my second session last Friday) and 3. Microneedling with PRP - platelet rich plasma. I was hoping the PRP would help with the hyperpigmentation and a handful of scars on my face from a car accident years ago. Out of those three I actually just find the regular microneedling most effective and something I'll probably keeping doing 1-2 a year to continue to help fade the melasma. Nothing else like fillers, threads, tox, or anything else, but in the future if I do other things I'll keep everyone posted to keep things transparent.
@NOBSBeauty thank you so so much!! I am so glad I stumbled upon your channel. I trust you more than anyone else I've found. And you're proof of how much skincare can really help. It has worked wonders for my skin. I'll definitely consider those in office treatments in the future as they clearly do work. As i said above you look absolutely amazing! I know we'reall our own worst critic but its obvious the work you put into your skin health and researching every ingredient in depth. Im very similar in that i like to know what im putting on my skin and if it is research backed, as it is so easy to get scammed in the skincare world and im defintiely not a fan of wasting time or money. (I don't have melasma..only a bunch of sun spots on my nose cheeks and forehead which have faded a ton already from skincare) discovering k-beauty was a game changer for me for sure.
I really like Shiseido Foam Cleanser, NeoGen Acne Foam Cleanser, the Heimish All Clean White Clay Cleanser and the Heimish All Clean Balm. I've found that they are really good at one&done, which I like doing in summer. And I got all of them at TJMAXX and Marshall's!
I've got those other two from Heimish but I haven't opened them up yet- going to have to give them a whirl because I've had great luck with their Green Foam Cleanser!
What product did u score from TJ ? I cant read anything but barriar on the screen . U know i love to score good stuff from TJ and Marshals especially more expensive brands. my first time ever trying Skinfix was because of marshals and skinfix repacking so i got to try alot that year and fell in love with them sense . I was going to order the travel set with this cleanser and the gel cream but it freaken disappeared and says in store only now ??? Annoying but the other set is on their . I think they should come out with a good peptide toner or essence with some other good ingredients..lol and a peptode serum , i love their serum but wish it had some added ingredients peptides and what not i would be down to try that . I use the Farmacy green clean as a one step cleanser 90% of the time but if u mean water base i tried the Shani Darden serum cleanser and that did a great job and actually thought about buying it again but idk if they changed it because it all the sudden says new on Sephora site.
Ooh yes- I recently picked up the Skinfix Triple Lipid and Niacinamide Activating Serum there- I might have to swing by again today and see if they have anything else there again! It does seem like they change their packaging and marketing often because I do see their stuff there from time to time.
Ahh the joys of being a dog owner 😂 they all have their quirks! We have one Aussie who will literally walk up and PUNCH everyone in the leg RAPIDFIRE like boxing jabs to demand pets. No warning shots, no mercy. If you don’t see him coming, he’ll just stroll up behind you and take your leg out in the name of love 😭 My sweet Aussie girl loves to carry around our socks? She doesn’t chew on em, doesn’t go outside and bury em, just walks around with our used socks and collects em in her bed or other places she sleeps 😂
My friend rescued two Aussie pups - Matrix and Martini! They were always so sweet and fun! Funny you mention the boxing jabs because ever since I taught Lincoln to shake, he really gets into it sometimes and it turns into a little bit of a fist fight, lol! Ike loves socks too, every spring I end up cleaning up our yard and typically find about a dozen of them... All year I thought the dryer was eating them... lol!
