Skincare
Skincare for outdoor women who live in the sun, wind, and cold. Honest reviews of SPF, serums, and barrier repair from a 55-year-old who has wasted enough money on things that didn’t work.
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I Rub Microscopic Spikes Into My Face on Purpose: The Reedle Shot 100, 300, and 700, Compared
I was skeptical about rubbing microscopic spicules into my face on purpose. Months into using the Reedle Shot 700 every week, I’ve got real opinions on the 50, 100, 300, and 700, including which one actually earned a permanent spot in my routine.
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Because Crepey Skin Deserves Better: My Honest Necessaire Body Retinol and Serum Review
I’ve spent a lot of money chasing skincare that promises to fix crepey skin, and most of it landed in the trash. Here’s my honest, unfiltered take on Necessaire’s Body Retinol and Body Serum, six months in the making, real ingredients and real results included.
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55 and Glowing: My Honest Review of the Peach & Lily Miniprotein Exosome Bioactive Ampoule
My honest take on the Peach & Lily Miniprotein Exosome Bioactive Ampoule after months of working it into my skin signaling night routine twice a week — what’s actually in it, what changed on my skin, and whether the $53 price tag is worth it.
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The Best Hiking Sunscreen for Women Over 50 (Tested on Real Minnesota Trails)
I used to think any SPF in a tube would do. Then a Superior Hiking Trail day left me sunburned and peeling for a week straight. That was my wake-up call to stop treating sunscreen like an afterthought, so I tested five formulas built for real trail sweat and real Minnesota sun. Here’s what actually…
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55 and Glowing: My Honest Facial Radiance Pads Review
My honest facial radiance pads review after four months of weekly use. I share what changed my skin at 55, the rookie exfoliation mistake I made for years, and exactly how to use exfoliating pads without wrecking your skin barrier.
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Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye Cream: My Honest Review
I’ve been using the Medik8 Crystal Retinal Ceramide Eye Cream for a while now and the results are real — fine lines reduced, dark circles fading, and smoother skin texture without a single adverse reaction. If you’ve been nervous about retinoids around your eyes, this is where to start. And trust me — do not…
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ZO Skin Health Growth Factor Serum Review – I Put a Science Lab on My Face
I put a science lab on my face and I have zero regrets. Two months in and I’m completely hooked. The ZO Skin Health Growth Factor Serum has earned a permanent spot in my Skin Signaling Night Routine — and if you have sensitive skin, you’re going to want to hear about this one.
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My Face Feels Happy: An Honest Review of the Laneige Water Bank Gentle Gel Cleanser
My face feels happy. My wallet feels okay. That’s a win. I have a confession. I spend a considerable amount of money on Latisse for my eyelashes. So the last thing I want is a harsh cleanser ripping them out every night. Because my eye area is non-negotiable, my barrier is non-negotiable, and that tight,…
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55 and Glowing: My Honest Review of the Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP
This little black bottle packs a wallop of greatness. I’m an unapologetic skincare junkie. I’ve tried the serums, I’ve done the research, I’ve spent the money — and I’ve learned some expensive lessons along the way. So when I tell you that the Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP is my go-to peptide serum by far,…
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55 and Glowing: My Skin Signaling Night Routine
Salmon DNA. Sea sponge needles. Stem cells. If that sounds like a science lab — you’re not wrong. This is my Skin Signaling Night Routine and it has completely transformed my skin at 55.
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55 and Glowing: My Honest Review of the Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair
An honest review of the Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair after two months of nightly use. A real Northern Minnesota woman tells you what actually works for sensitive, barrier-compromised skin.