BOTOX In A Bottle VS ACTUAL Botox! The Ordinary’s Argireline Solution 🤔

[@enenenergp]

If there was a substance that could paralyze your muscles while used topically I think it would have to be registered as a medication just like botox and stronger retinols are 😅

[@manimanibooboo]

That reminds me, I got a suggested thing on Amazon the other day BOTOX, all caps, as made it look like they were selling bootleg Botox...now in the early days of Amazon, I would occasionally see shady sellers listing bootleg medications and Rx from other countries. So I clicked, prepped to send a lead to a consumer reporter...it just was some scammy Temuesque product ..😂. But you are absolutely right. If any product has that kind of efficacy, it would first be an actual RX. If it was deemed safe to sell OTC it would be down the road (Advil, Aleve, Prilosec...many examples) Not just for safety, but for money. Drug patents are short. (I work in the pharma industry)

[@johnathanlessard4559]

I’ve used argireline for a few years now. while it’s no replacement for Botox I’ve definitely seen improvement in my skin.

[@theworldofjuniperthecat1307]

Yes me too.

[@yaxofossiad]

Same here, I have very expressive eyebrows and hardly any forehead lines (at 33)

[@deefalador857]

Same 😊

[@habsgirl126]

Me too

[@emilyteacher236]

Not me. No improvement whatsoever...😢

[@franciscolodix1214]

I am tired of influencers calling things "botox in a bottle" when it is totally false and a scam.

[@kevinjanghj]

Misleading product endorsement or advertising obviously.....😅

[@franciscolodix1214]

@@kevinjanghj Totally. There should be consequences to influencers doing this kind of stuff.

[@carmenrenee5146]

Argireline by Asterwood actually works and tightens like you wouldn’t believe. Don’t knock it till you try it.

[@denaemichele]

Shout out to Richard for being the supportive friend guinea pig. 😄

[@sunkyuties]

While it's not truly Botox in a bottle, this serum does sound like a great supplement to increase the longevity of your Botox!

[@ace.of.space.]

thank you richard for participating in this experiment! he was a great case study subject

[@pammclaughlin8210]

Botox for migraines has been my lifesaver! I get about 36 injections every 3 months …..they’re done in different areas of the forehead to cosmetic Botox and also in the back, top, side of head, neck and shoulders…so you don’t get a wrinkle free forehead but it definitely moves less and I now don’t have a constant frown between my eyes!

[@dbwhab4150]

Damn lucky you! It’s soo expensive

[@EmbalmerEmi]

3 months isn't bad but 36 though! I have migraines and it's a miracle I don't have deep forehead lines from my squinty pain face. 😅

[@pammclaughlin8210]

@@dbwhab4150I’m in Canada and luckily Blue Cross in Alberta covers it because all other meds have failed

[@pammclaughlin8210]

@@EmbalmerEmistandard amount for migraine treatment…. Between the eyes, above the eyebrows, across the top of the forehead, across the top of head , above the ears, above the base of neck and across the shoulders ! Only takes about 5 mins though

[@eclecticraeen]

36!? Omg wtf

[@saradelrusso7790]

I’ve been using this serum since it came out- and it really does help my fine lines around my eyes and forehead. I stopped using it for 6 months and noticed a difference, started up again and saw the same results again. But no, it does not penetrate into the muscle like Botox does, no topical serum would do that. But it does help my skin a lot.

[@pobstrel]

I've bought it but it has no instructions. How do you use it? Under moisturizer?

[@zerggiee9412]

I’ve had Botox both medically and cosmetically and they’re 2 totally different worlds! When I would get injections for my chronic migraine, they did about 30 all over my face, head, and neck. And because of where it’s placed it didn’t do anything cosmetically and I still had full range of motion When I got it cosmetically as a lip flip, it was DEFINITELY felt and I couldn’t use a straw lmao

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

Oh that would drive me crazy not being able to use a straw. I really use my face muscles a lot, esp in marketing, so I'd only do medical Botox. I'd like to try it, they do it for my GI disorder.

[@TreasureForeverOfficial]

I agree!!! Who are these people getting botox and not even knowing what it is 🙄 how unintelligent is society to blindly participate having no clue and then being blatantly lied to by companies in the most absurd way “this is like Botox!!!” lol, NO it’s not

[@TreasureForeverOfficial]

Lip flips look very strange the way they manipulate the way your lip moves. With a trained eye, it’s easy to see that Botox usually looks strange.

[@dashnja.9202]

I've used The Ordinary Argeriline for years now and it's no doubt subtle and possibly preventative. I use it alongside other Peptides. Long term users tend to notice if they stop. It's definitely not full on Botox. You can definitely move your face.

[@alexandrak4180]

I bought my mother a bottle of The Ordinary’s Argireline Solution. She used he whole bottle up but we never saw any changes. I could say at least it didn't irritate her skin in any way.

[@idreamofparis7233]

I tried it and it dried my skin out so badly. My skin is normal to a bit dry depending on the season. This turned my skin into a scaly mess.

[@foreverdreaming8999]

If you have dry skin try manuka honey oil 🥰

[@jaqsre]

i wonder if this would be good for us with oily skin based on this 🤔

[@dashnja.9202]

The Ordinary Argeriline is watery, I follow it with Matrixyl or Buffet with Copper, and other hydrators.

[@jocelynsmyth6604]

Thanks for thr heads up, my skin is sensitive and a little dry, and I hate my forhead wrinkles and am noticing the fine lines near my mouth are worse

[@Kaydeleon]

Same

[@littlemy1773]

Many years ago marksies were selling a serum with argirilene in . This one genuinely did slightly freeze your face after application . It got taken off the shelves and relaunched without the argirilene and it was rubbish . None of the other argirilene products have ever come close to this old formula

[@Lowdermoomoo]

Argeraline worked wonders for me! So sad they took it off the shelves!

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

If you used a body lotion and it froze your muscles, it would be a big, negative story. Lol I get why ppl loved it, but muscle freezing is only good aesthetically, it needs to be tested thoroughly before messing with our face muscles, which we need to talk, eat, etc. I don't live in the woods but I see wild animals enough that I wouldn't ever consider Botox in the face. I feel like not being able to control my face muscles could get me killed. Plus I can fake smile with only my eyes, a skill that took a lot of training (I'm in marketing), no way would I give that up! People think that can't be faked 😂

[@littlemy1773]

@@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory well as a Botox user I did love this because it prolonged the effects I was getting 8 months out of Botox at that stage. It wasn’t a total freeze and it didn’t last beyond half an hour to an hour maybe . But yeah it certainly helped and noticeably so . My ex didn’t believe me til I put some on his forehead lol . He was all god you women buy into hype . Then he found out. A month later I found a bottle of it stashed in one of his cars 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mcomeaux3087]

Oh my GODDD that’s what that is? I had an older lady come in to my store asking all of us for “Botox in a bottle” with no other information and got frustrated when we couldn’t find it for her, lol.

[@alisonmercer5946]

Lol

[@leslie3550]

I've been using The Ordinary's Matrixyl with The Ordinary's Argireline together, at the same time for at least three years now! And the harsh lines I had between my eyes or eyebrows are mostly gone. And the lines in my forehead are also mostly gone. I can't remember where I heard to use the two products together! Probably on a Tiktok video!! But it has worked for me. And I'm 43 and get that I have nice skin all the time!

[@Gforu81]

I'm 42 I need to get in this lol

[@Mickey12832]

Same. Both those products have been a game changer for my skin!

[@sarahannsmith3129]

Yes, I just started using Matryl with my Agireline, and it seems to be working a little better.....I'm hoping to see even better results after a few more months!

[@emmae2331]

Hi! What does Matrixyl used for and is it better then ritinol? If you don't mind me asking.

[@leslie3550]

@@emmae2331 I would go to Ordinary and look it up. It's the mixture of the two that helps the texture. I'm not sure if it's better than retinol. See if you can find it and let me know!!

[@Proppa-Gander]

I use Argireline ever day for 2 years and it's a temporary effect! Happy New year! 👍🙏💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 xx

[@tammystiletto]

Do you find that you have to pair it with anything? I was told I had to pair it with hyaluronic acid or something.

[@Proppa-Gander]

@@tammystiletto I use : -Hot cloth cleanser - niacinamide toner -Argierline 10%(ordinary) -multi peptide eye serum (ordinary) -Buffet (ordinary) - Granactive retnoid5% (ordinary) - HA moisturiser (ordinary mixed with niacinamide powder Long answer I know lol this works for me - I'm 45 but look 30 with no make up on - it smooths my skin and looks juicy and plump and get about 6 hrs from signs of aging - I also use lash serum and Browvo serum - Find what works for yourself and keep an eye on sets that go on sale with the products you like in them! 👍🙏💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 xx

[@dawntigga]

This, it works better on fine lines. It does not have the same impact as Botox.

[@JelenaP991]

Latest trend in Korean is a serum from VT, called Reedle shot. They say this is microneedles in the bottle. I'm actually so interested into trying this

[@memonos]

I saw someone use it and honestly it’s hard to believe it even though I’m intrigued by it because when it comes to skincare brands will do anything to make people buy it.

[@I.Am.Butting.In.Again.]

I tried it and if you sign up to review for yes style you get so much sent free and i got this one month. It's ok but again the claims are wild lol

[@jmszoom]

I’m an esthetician, I can clear this up for ya. Lol The “microneedles” are hydrolyzed sponge; it’s very new to the market, although there’s been research for quite a while. There’s a bunch of people using this now as of 2023, and it’s been popping up online in beauty posts since 2021. I am sure you’re going to see it everywhere this year. The line I carry uses sponge extract and sponge spicules from a specific fresh water sponge for aging, and specific ocean sponges for acne. Myself and my clients are seeing amazing results. It really does work amazingly, but how well other brands work I couldn’t tell you. I know hers is top notch, and ethically sourced, plus it’s hand made in small batches direct at order. Elina Organics. We’ve been using sponge spicules for the last few years, funny to see this is a huge thing now, as it should be! It’s a great alternative.

[@PiXie232]

@@jmszoomthanks for the info!!

[@liamneels8197]

@@jmszoomThanks for writing this out!!! In your opinion, is argreline worth it?

[@itsamagicalliopleurodon]

It would be interesting to see a video about the risks and cons of botox (hyperactivity and overcompensation of untreated muscles & muscle atrophy).

[@PiXie232]

Yes!! 💯 I’d love to know more about that because that’s been a big concern of mine.

[@anaana-ze8rd]

I think the bigger concern is Botox reactivating certain AI diseases, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, etc.since it is a neurotoxin. I've read about terrible side effects incl.neurological. Funny how they always get swiped under the carpet. I once commented about it on a channel of a certain YT famous injector. My comment got deleted within a minute.

[@itsamagicalliopleurodon]

@@anaana-ze8rd @anaana-ze8rd Wow, I didn't even know it could reactivate AI diseases and cause neurological side effects! As you say, it all gets swept under the rug because it's Botox.

[@spiker546]

For me, I would fall under the hyperactivity part. I regularly am frowning my eyebrows and it causes my forehead to be sore which develops into a headache or migraine if I don't relax it. The muscle contraction for me could either be vision related, stress related, or concentration related but there are various reasons that someone may be having alot of tension in the forehead. I also will get soreness and headaches from squinting from sun exposure or trying to keep my eyes shut when sleeping. Botox helped me tremendously and I no longer get soreness and headaches and it does lasts for months but as soon as it starts wearing off, my forehead is back to getting sore, tense and getting headaches so regular upkeep is needed unless I can train it to stop moving. Being on botox for a few years, there is muscle atrophy which is normal since the muscle is not being used although the atrophy isn't noticeable since it's not a huge muscle. For some people the muscle atrophy can make the forehead look even worse than if they hadn't gotten botox due to the muscles not having activity. Similarly to weightlifting, if inactive, your muscles will no longer be toned or firmed anymore. For me, the first time I got botox and when it was wearing off my forehead had some rippling. But as I got botox again, I did not have the rippling anymore when it is wearing off.

[@kikiuovaeriso903]

​@@anaana-ze8rdomg i didn't know any of this!

[@TinyTina_Rage]

Thanks for going into both the Ordinary product, and the Botox as well. I’ve been wary about Botox (even though years ago it was recommended for my migraines), but I’m definitely opening up to the possibility. (At 53, I’m looking ahead! ❤)

[@deborahl7875]

Just get a small area to start. I am 42 and started last year and it is the best thing ever!!! Maybe do crowsfeet to start. They don't need much and it doesn't hurt. I now do crowsfeet and forehead.

[@nocomment4047]

I wouldn't say that it's a replacement for Botox but I would defo recommend it for people who use a computer all day for work. I started an office job 2 years ago and noticed after a while that expression lines were starting to form because I was frowning and squinting at the screen. Whilst not being a complete fix, it has definitely mitigated the issue.

[@heidischon9552]

I loooove that product. I have been using it for years and it really has made a difference on my forehead and around my eyes

[@lisaduncan6923]

I have been using Argireline since 2016 and notice it has reduced the movement between my eyebrows, which is where I focus the application. It has not frozen the muscles but reduces the "squinching" in the sun or when stressed by approximately 40%, which is enough to reduce the 11s between my eyebrows. It did take about 9 months of constant use to get the full results I have today, and I'm happy with it.

[@CaityRaindrop]

Your thumbnail reminds me of a revitalift? Ad I saw as a kid where some woman is full on furrowing her brow and soon as she applied the cream she stopped furrowing, wow amazing wrinkle treatment 😅

[@PsiChoCybia]

I'm 43 and need something that well and truly hydrates the eye area, as I've noticed that makeup settles in a less than desirable way for me right now with my current product. I'm happy to see something so very cheap that DOES work.

[@nadiacoffey2609]

There’s another product, it’s called snoxin ii that people also say is “Botox in a bottle.” It’s also a peptide. I’ve used peptides for quite a while now and I think they just plump the skin and that makes the wrinkles less noticeable. I’ve considered Botox on my forehead because that’s really the only place I have fine lines. However, I kinda want to try Tretinoin first. I’d rather do skin care than start with injections right away.

[@ontrend7624]

I have Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which basically means my body produces collagen incorrectly. I know it’s a big ask considering I doubt you’ll know much about the disorder… buuut would you have any skincare ingredient recommendations for those of us who’s skin has much more elasticity than normal? Products that promote collagen production only promote the production of my already defective collagen. Thank you in advance, I love your content!!

[@lillijenantipodes]

i would also love this!! i get so much extra sagging :(

[@neatunicorns2335]

Look into Tretinoin. It is a prescription form of Retin A. Very powerful at promoting the production of collagen. ❤

[@SairWithTheHair]

Ugh yes EDS messes us up in every possible way, and nothing has a solution just "well you have EDS; what do you expect?"

[@leelat.6231]

@@lillijenantipodeshah you have no idea it’s a death sentence for some. 😂

[@crispyyrosee]

Zebra buddy!!

[@GeloMeme]

Richard's skin looks so good. 😩

[@theabispin8032]

I met Richard recently this year at an event he’s great speaks really well❤️

[@EmL-kg5gn]

I started using it because I was clenching my jaw and I figured it was less risky than actual botox 😂 It does actually help a bit!!! Obviously it didn’t freeze my face but I clench my teeth a lot less if I use it. Maybe it’s just placebo but honestly that’s fine by me, if it works it works

[@13jippy]

such an informative video! thank u for showing the difference between effective skincare results and actual botox results so ppl know what to expect and what not to expect (:

[@shortcake66]

Thank you for doing the science! I’ve been using an eyelash/eyebrow serum for about a month now, but only on one side and so far… no difference 😄

[@Kc-dq7zj]

Wait. What?! People think it paralyzes muscles? I've been using this for several months and I've never felt like I can't move my face.

[@Madamchief]

It will have that effect long term. It took about a year before I noticed that I can't furrow my brows anymore. I'm using a different brand argiline with matrixyl, twice daily and only on the corrugator muscles. I definitely have less "11" lines than before

[@julz_boe]

Been using it since three years & I LOVE IT!

[@cydvicious88]

Botox for migraines and TMJ is a GOD SEND!

[@hanywhiskey]

love your transparency and honesty. argireline is also in the “buffet” or whatever it’s called now. i’ve been using that for a long time and as you said, skin is plump and hydrated, there is the tiniest difference but botox is botox. and imma love it forever 😁

[@flaviopons142]

One bottle in two months? Wow I use this regularly and I would say a bottle lasts me at least 8-9 months or something on those lines!

[@Beztyausten]

Do you use with vitamin c? Confuse on what routine to add it to

[@Geekabibble]

Everything I have read/watched said it's the Ordinary's Argireline Solution 10% plus their Matrixyl 10% with HA. You are supposed to use the two together. I've been using them both, but I don't use them everyday and not twice a day. I wish I could be more consistent. I never thought they would be as good as Botox which I've never used. But I hoped they'd still help somewhat with fine lines and hydration, maybe even with some skin repair.

[@JamesWelsh]

I cut that bit out of the video because tbh…it was kind of irrelevant. They’re both just peptides with a small (and lacking) study that says Matrixyl ‘could potentially maybe’ help argireline penetrate deeper. But even still, it won’t be reaching where it needs to go to freeze muscle. They’re both just nice plumping peptides

[@mistyisha]

I’ve also heard the buffet + has all of these ingredients together and then some?

[@Geekabibble]

@@JamesWelsh True, I would have been astonished if they had actually worked like Botox, lol. Just hoping for help with dry lines and aging, lol.

[@Geekabibble]

@@mistyisha It would be nice to find a serum with everything I'm supposed to put on my skin ....and at a good price. I find I'm putting 3 serums on at night, lol. I do put 3 drops each of them and mix them together to apply. I don't want to be applying 3 separate times. 😛 And, then there's still a retinol some nights and a moisturizer.

[@mistyisha]

@@Geekabibble Truly, I’m looking for the same. … to narrow things down. I believe the ordinary buffet + copper peptides has the argiriline , matrixyl, the copper peptides etc… all in one. If you need the extra hydration, I believe the Korean skincare coxir has the snail mucin, peptides, etc that’s a moisturizer and more advanced than the COSRX snail essence. Otherwise, I’m looking for a safe and effective formulation with vitamin c in the thd form with ret. If I could narrow down the vitamin c/ret at a decent price plus another one with multi-peptides plus growth factors, or the arg/matrixyl benefit, that’s optimal. It would be nice to narrow down to two serums, or treatments plus sunscreen with good moisture and call it a day. (At a decent price) 🙏🏼🤩✊🏽

[@tc5028]

Finally an honest and truthful review with true evidence!

[@Miobambino]

Love this video! A proper review which is honest and uses a real bloke. I’ve seen bad Botox on people I know and if you see them before and after it’s very obvious when it’s bad, but it looked great on Richard. I’d love to get it done, but it’s better to start in your 20’s, I believe and I ain’t in my 20’s so… 🥺 Brilliant video, James! 🫶💜🖤💜

[@susanjeffries5108]

I always appreciate how James comments in many of his videos that he has had Botox because he doesn't want to attribute any skin care ingredient to the effects that he knows he has from Botox. I wish more influencers would be this transparent! As for Argireline, I have a bottle of it and think it helps on my forehead, but I cannot use it near my eyes because every time I have used it for a few days in a row, I have gotten small bumps in my crow's feet area. I didn't want to jump to any conclusions and assume that the bumps were due to the Argireline, but every time I go to use it after stopping for a while, I feel like they come back. So that's frustrating. Maybe I just have sensitive skin to this particular peptide. Still not positive that it's due to this but it seems pretty likely at this point. It's a bummer because I do think it's a good serum if your skin will tolerate it. I like using it on my forehead and my neck.

[@irinka_kat]

I don't know with y'all, but this serum works on my wrinkles and smile lines. I'm way past 30. But I don't use this by itself. I use it with Retinol and vit C.

[@JamesWelsh]

It’s a very good hydrating serum and peptides are great for fine lines!

[@MarlieAstra]

I swear by this and the copper peptide serum. I'm 37 and I think using these 2 products have really helped me my fine lines and just over all my skin looks pretty good. When I skip these for a few months, I noticed a big difference.

[@JamesWelsh]

I honestly loooove peptides! I do believe Argireline is the way forward…..everyone just got a little excited lol

I struggle with the copper peptide serum and the Multi peptide serum: when to use it? 😳 I do vitamin C in the morning and retinol in the evening. And the peptide serum shouldn't be us with these to ingredients. How do you do it guys?

[@MarlieAstra]

@ I don't use those specifically, but maybe you can switch off every other day?

@@MarlieAstra yes it could work. 👌

[@ggeemmiinnii]

​@I saw your comment and thought, 'wait--I use peptides and tretinoin together, and I've *always* researched my skincare. Am I missing something?' So, I just now did a bit of reading to be sure I wasn't doing something wrong, and found that nothing's changed: yes, you *can* use most any peptide in conjunction with retinol. Then I Googled argireline specifically, and yes, you *can* also use argireline with retinol (I do realize retinol and tretinoin are different!). Of course there are exceptions to every rule, but I do think a good general rule to follow regarding layering skincare is to apply your thinnest/less viscous products first. Thicker products should be applied after thinner products. For a couple years now, I've used two peptide products by Cos de Baha (their MA Peptide Serum has an absolutely beautiful texture, and for my skin, it works wonders) plus TO's argireline, and then tretinoin four nights a week. I'm 44 and live in a cold, dry climate, and I get compliments on my skin often! I hope this helped 😊

[@jessicacolgrave4082]

I’m halfway through a bottle of this using it very regularly and I’ve noticed my forehead lines have reduced a bit but it’s no miracle or anything. Would definitely recommend it but I would never call it Botox like

[@JamesWelsh]

It’s great for fine lines for sure! I think the claim of 30 days is a little exaggerated haha. Keep using it and I’m sure you will see a difference!

[@jessicacolgrave4082]

@@JamesWelsh I was using retinol already when l started with this and I’ve noticed a difference compared to retinol alone for people asking :) Cleanse, glycolic toner, argirline, retinol and cosrx snail mucin and some first aid beauty moisturizer for my dusty crusty dry workplace that zaps every ounce of moisture from me 😂 the cerave retinol I switched to from ordinary .5% and I prefer the consistency and I’ve really noticed my texture on my chin has chilled out after a couple weeks :)

[@hannahz6848]

Mad About Skin has tons of great videos about this!

[@AlisonStoneham]

I have been getting Botox (only in my 11s) for a few years and it never used to last long- I have found since using argireline, every morning that my Botox lasts longer and I haven’t had to increase the areas where I get my injections. It no where matches Botox but there is a subtle effect

[@dl6170]

I've debating whether to buy The Ordinary Argireline serum or not for a long time and I was just about to when I stumbled upon your video... You made me save money! Thank you so much! If I wasn't so scared of needles I'd consider getting botox for my forehead too! ❤

[@CowGirlKat8691]

Been using it since it came out & my skin really loves it!

[@florencepearson1550]

I use the Argireline and Matrixly everyday it does smooth out the fine lines. I upload a big picture but this me im 62

[@cammynyah]

do u use vit c with these 2?

[@janellesalazar1133]

A video on a walkthrough/intro for Botox and filler would be super cool for people who are curious but don’t know anything about it as far as maybe how much to get, subtle results etc. 🙂

[@cindylouwhoo91]

This is not Botox. It's skincare. I started using it about 3 weeks ago for my fine lines under my eyes. I love the results! Definitely a new addition to my skincare routine. My makeup has a much more flawless finish now. I don't need Botox yet so this is just the perfect add to the routine

[@nxolemm]

i’m actually super mad this is marketed as a botox in a bottle, it’s not botox but i’ve been using it for over a year now consistently and i’ve seen a massive difference. When I stopped using it for a while believe me I could tell. I think this can be great for younger people instead of doing the whole ‘baby botox’ thing and for people that aren’t wanting to go down that route and still get some results. But it’s all about managing your expectations, this won’t give you a botox effect immediately.

[@EarthFirstGoVegan]

I’ve been using it for about a year. Works for me. Of course it’s not Botox, and I’m fine with it. No way will I ever use Botox. Anything that has a disclaimer saying “may cause blindness” is something I’m staying as far from it as possible. My eyesight is more important.

[@TheMichelex20]

I use the argireline plus matrixyl 3000 from Timeless and wow. The two together are amazing. I’ve only used it a month and I’m impressed. I think I see the biggest difference in my under eyes.

[@haydengrable8502]

Mad about skin recommends using this with the matrixyl serum by TO for an added benefit!

[@SaraMeMeMeeeee]

Botox all the way. I’d try the serum along side of it Each to their own but I feel better when my forehead is properly frozen in time (well for a few months at a time) ❤️ -I’d love to know a good retinol serum if anyone knows of one. Not the ordinary. Had no results with that x

[@sp7749]

Alastin's Renewal Retinol serum is my absolute favorite.❤ I have really sensitive skin, and it's the first retinol serum that I've used that doesn't irritate my skin and make me breakout in a rash. I use one pump about every other day at night. I would definitely recommend it.🙂

[@SaraMeMeMeeeee]

@@sp7749 brilliant, thank you. I’ll have a look 😊

[@annathiika5755]

I’ve been using argireline for about 3 years now and this is consistent with my results, it’s a nice add to my routine to smooth out and stay hydrated

[@saraknight9252]

I love Ordinary products and I actually use that as well. I love the product, But I wouldn't go as far as calling it botox in a bottle. People are calling it that.. It's just an alternative, it's apart of my skin routine. I do agree with you though.

[@melaniemerkosky]

What?!? I love that you did this!!! Science! Seriously though- I love that you conducted your own experiment and documented it. SO useful! Thank you!

[@cdanieldance]

I would love to Richard's skin routine. His skin is amaze😅

[@dimpyk6578]

Hey James! Can you please recommend a product to remove blackheads at home? You once mentioned in one of your videos the one you use occasionally which melts away blackheads easily. I went through the videos but can't seem to find it hope you remembers and suggest one. Thank you

[@viciouslady1340]

Some by Mi AHa ,BHA PHA toner is good or the Paula s choice BHa. I use that and go for extractions.

[@Theworstaltinthesystem]

I get that itll never be the same as actual botox but it was great for me. I dont have super deep wrinkles but definitely noticable

[@gavinstem8441]

This just sold me. I’m getting Botox! His results sealed the deal for me especially because we don’t see men get Botox that often with a good before and after.

[@Revel484]

I’ve been using this ingredient for a couple years now and I *think* it works pretty well for me. It’s also possible it’s all in my head and I just emote less in my forehead than I used to because I’m more conscious of it lol

[@macolulu]

I have had a frowned face since I was born. I tried this Ordinary serum a few years ago when I first ordered from Ordinary. I didn't feel anything. Then, my dermatologist suggested me that I could try Botox, which handles the frown for every 3-4 months. Most face creams exaggerate effects. There are not that many effects a face cream could offer, in my opinion.

[@millyzed80cz]

I never really comment on videos but I really love James skin care advice....I feel its well researched and reliable. Very useful information

[@JamesWelsh]

thank you so much. I really appreciate that

[@theworldofjuniperthecat1307]

I like this stuff. I see a difference but I’ve been using it for almost 20 years since it first showed up.

[@marketfresh]

This was so interesting to see before and after results! Thank you so much for enlisting some help :)

[@Leash_Canada]

So funny, I started watching this and thought "Don't I own that?" I do! Half the bottle was gone but I switched to Cereve's retinol and Glow Recipe's serums so I forgot about it. Maybe I should go back to using it.

[@lucie3723]

If you try it with nu face or anything with those micro current devices, it does give a bit of numbing feel like not going to struggle to move your face but it feels different

[@Barb6106]

A good injector of Botox can make incredible difference in your skin. Nothing compares. I’ve had for years..lasts for6-9 months now. I have no lines around my eyes. I have some on my forehead..but I didn’t inject there often. This kind of false advertising is so frustrating. Glowing stuff and moisturizing makes skin look plump and a bit smoother.. but that is nothing like Botox results. I took a break during lockdowns.. but recently got a treatment and it is remarkable..it opens my eyes and lifts. Love it. But everyone should do what they want. ..just don’t believe hype about topicals. I’m 76…and no, you don’t look frozen or expressionless unless you go to an unqualified person who overdoes it. Thanks for this video.. the truth is frustrating to hear, but needs to be told.

[@loulas3782]

I have argirilene from the ordinary but I'm struggling to know when to use it in my skincare routine/if I can combine it, is it incompatible with some other active ingredients?

[@theonetruesarauniya]

My space cadet self at first thought you said Richard was "apparent" and I responded out loud "yes, he's right there and looks like a sweetheart." No but you meant "a parent." As in father, dad, papa, pops. I cannot lol. I need something to eat. 😂😂😂 Thank you for the review and always the honest feedback. I'm glad I didn't fall for this for my mom or myself. She's really scared of getting filler or botox but I told her it might be the only way to lessen the nose bridge wrinkles she's developed that she obsesses over.

[@JuliaGhoulia87]

She won't regret it.

[@war5561]

It’s a humectant. It reduces the lines by plumping skin with moisture.

[@JamesWelsh]

Mhmmmmm

[@tcwc5928]

I’ve been using it once a day for about 8 months. I do find it helps my deep forehead lines look more plumped up. It doesn’t seem to be helping my eyes as much. It has helped my lips quite a bit. I do use about 10 products in my morning, vit c and tons of moisture and 4 different peptides. I’m 57, I’ve never tried Botox and I’m nervous at my age I might just sag? Any advice?

[@user-yo5yr9yr2h]

Do you think this kind of product would be good for someone with dry skin to help with that beyond a regular moisturizer and drinking water?

[@foreverdreaming8999]

Manuka honey oil and products that are rich in Glycerin are a god send for dry skin I don't think this one would hydrate tou but you could always pair it with a hydrating product

[@JamesWelsh]

Yes 100%! you can try their Matrixyl +HA which is also peptides plus hyularonic acid which will help with hydration! Drinking water unfortunately doesn’t do a lot for the skin so hydrate with toners and serum and use a nice thick moisturiser to lock it all in especially at night! ☺️

[@shann9176]

I tried it three times and the longest it worked for me was between five to six weeks. It was so disappointing to have it wear off so soon. I just can't afford to get Botox every six weeks. I did like the effects, while it lasted.

[@Cincirisenaar]

I’ve been getting botox and filler for over a year now and I will never turn back♥️ best decision I ever made

[@maenad1231]

Gave it 3-4 months I have no fine lines/static lines. I got it a few years ago to smooth out dynamic lines because I didn’t like how deep my forehead ones looked. No results at all. No change. No benefit. (Also didn’t change other products) Could be because I was like 25 years old and didn’t want to accept that’s just how my natural forehead lines look when I raise my eyebrows :(

[@tazziedev]

I have seen literature list at least 6 months of regular application of agiralene is needed to start seeing it's claimed results. Hopefully it's true so am using a different product with Agiralene Amplified, a stronger form. Even if it is just hydrating, I am happy with that

[@samson_93]

Thanks for your service Richard 🎉

[@alyswilliams5855]

This is such a high-quality video. Thank you.

[@JamesWelsh]

Glad you enjoyed it! 💜

[@AdriWiid]

Does Botox cause skin sagging skin over a long period of time?

[@KarinFiaLeijonmarck]

I use Argerline and Matrixyl on days I don't use vitamin C. And as long as I do use it. And it's smooth out fine lines. Not in the same way as Botox. But I think it's nice to be able to move my face. As soon as you don't use it it's is the same as before I didn't use it.

[@JamesWelsh]

Before I got Botox, I was so scared I’d hate the frozen feeling of my face! But honestly, I feel like my face still moves but to look at…it doesn’t 😂

[@KarinFiaLeijonmarck]

@@JamesWelsh I have been given Botox for migraines for many years. Round the eyebrows and after 3 years it's taken away so much muscle and connective tissue that I look crooked. It's a side effect that you never hear about. Even though It will effect very many people that use it for long term.

[@jamieblackhurst5606]

This video was so cool! Really liked you adding in real life results on your friend, more things like this please 😊♥️

[@hausofhanna5254]

Been using this for 3 months and I felt like it made skin around my eyes even more dry and wrinkly

[@mai567]

I think it needs to be used with their other product. Matrixyl or sth like that.

[@Samlovest.]

I spent a fortune 10 years ago I would spend a fortune on high end skin care regime. Did nothing until I discovered azzulure (botox). Saved fortune by having 3 areas done once every 3 months,sometimes 4 months ,depending how much stress ive had in that time. Botox works everytime,like you say james do your homework to find a good aesthetician and hold on to them..brilliant informative video,one day I'm sure they will create botox in a bottle,but not for the time being,as a bonus botox helped with my migraines that I used to get. Can't remember the last time I had one. 💜

[@staciwhite1256]

I’ve used this product for about 8 months. I rarely buy a skincare product twice, but I’ve been through a couple of bottles of this one now. I’ve also recently had to revise my entire daily diet recently due to auto-immune issues and inflammation issues. Both have played a part in helping me “age backwards” a little. I’m 46 and use this on my forehead and crow’s feet. I’ve had Botox before, too, but I don’t feel the need to do that anymore. I think this is hydrating and helps with the appearance of fine lines, but it absolutely doesn’t compare to the results of Botox on my forehead. I still have 11 lines and the same crease mid-forehead since age 25, but fine lines are diminished noticeably, but not drastically. At the same time, I can’t stand the frozen feeling of Botox on my forehead. I have an expressive face and that includes the eyebrows and forehead, it bugs me a good bit when I can’t move my eyebrows up & down. Tried a Botox lip flip once. It looked pretty until I tried to drink anything…😂 Never again for me. 😂

[@aprilrich807]

This is crazy! I’m about halfway through the video you guessed on with Johnny and Kevin. I’m going to finish that and watch this. 😊

[@marina56]

First time I got Botox it resulted in eye droop, so be careful. It went away but this was a few days before my daughters wedding.

[@SJ93622]

Could you do a video on Face Theory? They have loads of reviews and seem popular and I like their products but there’s barely and videos on yt about them.

[@TashasBeautyCafe]

I purchased the product when I first heard about it. Maybe over 1 year ago. It did nothing for my skin. I do understand that everything doesn't work for everybody.

[@paulatwist]

Love your videos!! Do you know any product that could help with skin lift? I have oily skin and my main problem is the loss of firmness… Happy new year!! 🎉🌺

[@adcloe16]

Hi James ! Can you do videos of products that you like for a full skincare routine for every type of skin ? But with new product or actual products ?

[@palicar]

I bought a bottle of the copper peptide serum from the Ordinary at Sephora last week. So far unsure. It kinda smells funny.

[@infoManiac-rf5db]

I couldn't deal with the scent and the sticky, gloppy feeling of it just sitting on my face. The scent, I believe, is the copper. The sticky yuck feeling I think is due to the multiple peptide formulation as I had that same gross feeling with a very very expensive Peter Thomas Roth multi peptide serum. Never again! I find better results with retinoids and vitamin C anyway 😉

[@kilipaki87oritahiti]

Being Asian I can hardly relate as I have little to no face wrinkles, and I’m 36🤣🤣🤣 Ironically I had way more (forehead), as a child/teen, as Asians use their face when they speak not their hands, and never used sunscreen or any skincare until 4 years ago, which ironically destroyed my skin, and I now suffer from extreme sensitive reactive skin plus Roeacea🤷🏾‍♀️ But wearing sunglasses constantly even when not sun or at night, and minimal sunlight has helped a lot besides certain products, no botox here.

[@daisyjohnson7588]

I guess I live under a dang rock because while I've been using this argireline for about a year I'd never heard about any of this until this video. That said it made a visible improvement in the fine lines on my forehead in what I felt was a very short time (for skin care results). It was one of those 'holy cow, I'm never not using this' kind of things. But of course that was coming in with a reasonable expectation, not thinking it was some sort of science defying miracle in a dropper bottle

[@LionHeart--dn2op]

Botox for migraines has helped to all the work. My migraine are less, no wrinkles or lines, don’t look my age. It does take 2 wks to work but worth going every 3 months for the amount of shots you have to have.

[@GenXfrom75]

Argireline is my holy grail! Twice a day, everyday! My 11s are gone! I’ll never not use it! 🎉🎉🎉 I’m 48, y’all!! I swear by this!! I’m not ready for the real thing, yet!

[@SooJiLove]

Do you use retinol as well? Wondering if I can use in combination 🤔

[@MatMat-qi2rd]

Really? I have been using it for 2 years 2 a day for my 11 lines, but to no avail 😞

[@foreverdreaming8999]

@@MatMat-qi2rd didnt get rid of the line I had between my brows either 🤷‍♀️

[@GenXfrom75]

@@MatMat-qi2rd that sucks… I do use it daily, every day. It’s honestly been a miracle.

[@GenXfrom75]

@@SooJiLove I do! Curology, as well.

[@tm-kv6yp]

Thank goooooood you’ve uploaded! I’ve settled with watching Robert the last few days

[@tm-kv6yp]

This is a joke lol I hope you chuckled

[@JamesWelsh]

😂😂😂😂

[@tessmoran2169]

Can this be used in conjunction with tretinoin?

[@JamesWelsh]

Yeah!