More Listener Questions!

Question #1: Is eye cream BS?

Sandy points out that eye cream is moisturizer. If it has peptides, you may see some reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. But often, eye cream is full of hyaluronic acid, which will help make you look less dry but there’s no long-term benefits.

Have you heard of this gimmicky “miracle” eye cream? Don’t buy it!

We also discuss how HEV (high-energy visible or blue) light can interrupt your skin’s ability to repair itself while you’re sleeping and whether it’s possible to block its damage by using a physical sunscreen.

Question #2: I use toner in the morning, do I also need to use it at night?

If you’re using a foaming cleanser that’s stripping your skin. Perhaps if your toner is lowering your pH level, it might help. Do you use a toner that’s lowering the pH levels in your skin? Let us know the brand!

Question #3: What does caffeine in skincare really do?

Caffeine in beauty products are generally marketed towards: cellulite creams and products to reduce undereye puffiness/dark circles.

Caffeine has some antioxidant benefits, but most products don’t contain high enough concentration of caffeine, penetrate the skin to do any good.

Question #4: Is it safe for my skin if I add a few drops of essential oils to the inside of my pajama top to add some scent?

If essential oils aren’t coming in contact with your skin and don’t irritate your skin, they’re probably fine—but not for kids.

Question #5: What do you recommend I do to help fade a post-acne spot on my face?

If you’re getting recurring acne or cysts, you should try to prevent the acne before it occurs than to deal with the spots afterward.

As for decreasing melanin production and fading dark spots, hydroquinone is the most common. In small concentrations it’s the best and safest.

Question #6: I’m in my 50s and still getting hormonal acne on my chin. What to do?

Aside from taking the birth control pill (or other hormone replacement therapy), there’s not much that can be done to resolve hormonal acne. (Sob!)

Question #7: Are tanning beds that bad?

Yes! They’re proven to cause skin cancer. You could die. If you use tanning beds, stop. Try a glow moisturizer that subtly darkens your skin by staining the upper layers. We like Jergens products but there are lots of great ones out there. Is there a self-tanner you love? Let us know by sending us an email to [email protected].

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