Current Skincare Routine: Winter 2020

[@nataliakuzmenko1343]

Hey there! I have a lil request: it'd be really useful to see any body care videos, I'd like to here about effective body care products somehow the topic is poorly discussed ..

[@RuthCrilly]

Yeah OK, good idea! x

[@francoiseeden-hamilton3620]

Ruth,my mum was commenting on her new moisturiser that was sorting out her dry scaly shins, when I asked to see it, it was hair conditioner 🤣she seldom reads labels, I think she saw the word conditioning and went for it!

[@jaxa5719]

Lol, well if it works! 😂

[@valcarter6394]

😂😂😂

[@stucumins8511]

😀😀😀😀😀

[@RuthCrilly]

: )

[@nathaliez9783]

hi, if you read the ingredient list of la roche posay B5 line, they almost all containt alcohol, and third ingredient i think..and i believe this isnt good for your skin in the long run..i even contacted the brand to ask them why on earth products designed for sensitive skins contains alcohol, but never got an answer..they are so cautious as not to list the ingredients on their website, which is deceitful in my opinion..like the brand has nice products but this is not a good thing in my opinion.. anyhow always a pleasure to watch you !

[@mirjanapucarevic2105]

Alcohol denat is bad others are good for skin!

[@rachelwhite1702]

I always wonder why La Roche Posay include fragrance in so many of their products too - I wanted to like the effaclar duo but couldn’t get past the smell 😕

[@rachelwhite1702]

Mirjana Pucarevic The Hyalu B5 serum contains alcohol denat as the third ingredient

[@Justme-ok3bf]

I am looking for something great to get rid of dark undereye circles (with some puffyness). I mean it looks as if I have bruises under my eyes! Do youhave any suggestions at all? Thank you!!! Great video too (as always!)

[@Hollyhock7]

The organic korean brand called Whamisa makes great eye cream. Its expensive but it lasts SO long and really works

[@littlevoice_11]

The Ordinary caffeine and EGCG or Myrad retinol eye serum Lifestyle wise Look out for food intolerances, environmental allergies Sleep well Drink water Cut our refined carbs and sugar Increase servings of non starchy vegetables, water and omega 3s. Check toy arena deficient in minerals or vitamin B

[@bums009]

Nothing actually gets rid of dark undereye circles if you've always had them, trust me I know. However if they're a recent development or you only get them for certain periods of time, you can fix them, but only by finding out the root of the problem. Whether it's sleep, dehydration, diet, allergies, diagnosis of an underlying medical issue, vitamin/mineral defiency etc. As for puffiness, any eye serum or cream that contains caffeine is good and anything cold or cooling helps to depuff also. I recommend those silicone/plastic eyemasks that contain a gel within them, pop them in the fridge overnight or the freezer for 10 mins and it's good to go.

[@juliagoolia72]

Your face definitely looks amazing, and while watching some of your videos this weekend I was thinking how great you looked, even more vibrant than 10 years ago. Now I know why. Having seen the results on you, I think the price of the retinol is worth it. You could spend hundreds a year on “inexpensive “ products from the drugstore and not see these results.

[@pertelote4526]

I have found the cheapest (so far) tretinoin in Spain (nad Spanish islands); you can buy it over the counter at their chemists, one tube costs about 14 euro, two tubes are more than enough for a year for the face, neck, chest and hands. Beware, it is powerful and should be used really sparingly in the evening, and don't forget about SPF 50 in the morning. Use it every other day, it might turn out drying the skin.

[@liviusss]

Is it Retirides? I know everyone is getting it from Spain...

[@pertelote4526]

@@liviusss Yes, it is. I have been using it for two years so far; you might experience some unpleasant peeling and redness of the skin at the beginning as it is only for hardcore users ;-)

[@efd15]

I always get a bit confused when people say they dont like splashing the face or water running down the arms, i just use a wash cloth/flannel and never have that problem 🤔🤔

[@thesunandtheforest]

Some people don't like/can't use wash cloth to clean their face because it's still physical exfoliation and can be abrasive.

[@RuthCrilly]

Some drops always escape. Evil morning drops.

[@fionaH101]

It's rarely warm enough in our bathroom during winter night times to remove my cosy dressing down and strip down to a sleeveless top and despite wringing out my washcloth I always get drips running down my arms and making my top and dressing gown sleeves wet. I really hate those evil drops too 😡

[@catgraves2878]

I have some sort of thing on my water heater that forces hot water to come out almost immediately to my vanity (only sink in house that gets it) so I have mastered my morning washings (while still in pj's so a stray bit doesn't stay with me as I change soon after) but am using a Korean brand of washing powder that has slight exfoliation and brightening from enzymes and rice powder. Have you tried anything like that, Ruth? It doesn't strip my 51 yr old skin yet cleans it nicely such that I move right into serums...Vit C, Hydra, etc.

[@mireiaxicola434]

Hi Ruth! It is so grate you are talking about this Medik8 product. I am using the Crystal Retinal 3 every night now. But I’m going to try this one next. Do you put any other product after the retinol or is that your last step? Thanks!

[@rubymars5493]

Your skin really looks amazing!!!

[@16397AMWKAT]

Thank you for the gorgeous content. Love your approach Ruth, do you have any advice for facials outside of home care. I’m turning 27 and I really want to start caring my skin in a whole new way xxx

[@clareadams3125]

It seems alot of money when you can buy tretinoin for a fraction of the price which actually has proven results x

[@georgina3358]

You can't buy it over the counter in the UK, you have to have a prescription

[@strawberrycupcake4471]

@@georgina3358 You do not need a prescription when you buy overseas....I have been buying mine for over 2 years and its £8 delivered and is amazing.

[@RuthCrilly]

They have loads of proven results - think you can find via their website x

[@georgina3358]

@@strawberrycupcake4471 wow, that's really good to know . Which country do you buy it from? Do you have a link?

[@littlevoice_11]

I agree. Dermatica.co.uk had a great value tretinon

[@elizabethannferrario423]

Hi Ruth yes I am using Retin A , and my gosh yes I agree I have just increased the concentration, my neck felt a little sore but that’s settled now , I have been religiously taking care of my skin , I have a series of serums and my gosh the difference in six months it’s amazing ! I love taking care of my skin , yes I love my makeup, and have done a mega declutter and passed on all my high street makeup including skin care my family are enjoying but I have three brands. And my first one just a little tale, my mother took me to the Estée Lauder counter and bought me skin care I was 16 yrs old then when I started nursing it was easier to buy my makeup too , all those years I was a one brand lady but I retired early and I loved the look of Charlotte tilbury so I bought again skin care mixed with my Estée Lauder and then smitten by charlottes makeup so yes I have spent a fortune but my gosh now I can see my makeup , select what I want to wear that day and I have got interested again and enjoying my makeup , I hare to say which I have a lot but I adore my time just selecting and wearing my favourite makeup. I do enjoy your videos thank you regards liz x

[@RuthCrilly]

Yeah the neck is WELL sensitive! x

[@chelsicarter4091]

Tarte BabaBomb moisturiser is A1! brilliant! No fragrance, airless container,& tons of anti-oxidants.Makes dryish skin feel so comfy.

[@lisahide706]

I love Medik8 Crystal 10 which I used for a while but I’m now on Tretinoin 0.05%! Love your skincare videos 😘 xx

[@RuthCrilly]

It's so good!

[@rachela3066]

Tretinoin for me everytime, actual prescription strength ingredients with out the stupid price tag

[@lburgess63]

Love your vlog. Could you consider commenting very briefly on the *scent* of your reviewed products? Presence/absence, and how strong and persistent? I'm not allergic, but can't stand strong scent lingering on my face. I can't use Chanel products or cosmetics, for example, because they are so heavily scented. I also can't stand splashing first thing in the morning.

[@EHPIUM]

Ruth do you take the retinol products down to your neck as well?

[@dawnmarie240]

Thank you for this - i do enjoy watching your videos. I’m currently using medik8, a low strength for my sensitive skin. ps i’d love to know what nail polish you have on ? It looks very pretty on you. 😊

[@RuthCrilly]

It's a Youngs Nails hard gels shade - beige 102 x

[@lizmcauley7169]

Ruth how do you find that La Roche Posay serum ?? I'm nearly finished one bottle of it and haven't noticed any difference to my skin

[@aliharrison3018]

Your skin is absolutely unbelievable, probably better than alot of girls in there teens and twenties.

[@RuthCrilly]

Thanks! It's better now than ten years ago, very oddly! x

[@joannwilliams4801]

Do you know if the Elizabeth Arden Great 8 SPF is a different formula in the USA? I love it, just curious if they are the same.

[@denisewouters9139]

Thanks for the video Ruth, very informative. I'm currently using Paula's choice which I've had very good results with. I would love to know the eyeshadow colour you're wearing? It's very pretty.

[@RuthCrilly]

It's the two middle shades from Nars Voyageur palette "suede" - video coming up next! x

[@denisewouters9139]

@@RuthCrilly Thanks!

[@janetteehan8230]

Hi Ruth, you said you are using micellar water to rinse off your cleanser. I recently heard that micellar water should not be left on the skin. Be sure to rinse it off. Please ask Nadine or Caroline to verify. I hate splashing water on my face in the PM for exactly the same reasons-but I love a nice warm wash cloth.

[@maureenbouey]

I was pleased to see the B.S. carrot cream as that's what I've been using and I like it better than almost anything I've used in years!

[@RuthCrilly]

They have some great face creams! x

[@georgina3358]

I used the Paula's choice 1% retinol treatment every night and didn't get any redness, dryness or peeling at all.

[@RuthCrilly]

Good to know x

[@gachablueberries5002]

retinols are inactive chemicals vs retinoids , PLEASE WATCH DR DRAY on retinols vs retinoids, and why OTC retinols are useless.

[@Rosengris]

I have used the white packaged r-retinoate, which i found to be pretty good but I think I'm ready for something stronger. So this video came at the perfect time. Thx Ruth

[@Rosengris]

And if anyone is interested, Medik8 did a 30% off site wide promotion last black Friday, including the r-retinoate line, if I remember correctly. So it's likely tp happen again this year.

[@RuthCrilly]

@@Rosengris I missed that! Will keep an eye out this year x

[@paulachristie7807]

I use Tretinoin 0.05 and am happy with the results. Here in the US Tretinoin is by prescription only and my insurance doesn’t cover it, but it is still less expensive than what you are using. I just got a 45 gram tube for $66.0O which will last me about 3.5 months using it every night.

[@emmalawn5441]

I have been using Crystal Retinal 10 for the last 7/8 months and love it. I turned 40 in the last few months and have been looking at the Intense and you have just tipped me over the edge with a really informative helpful review. Thank you x

[@RuthCrilly]

Pleasure! x

[@Jessica-jr2yt]

There's alot of essential oils in that Medik8! Fragrance and essential oils are 2 things I try to avoid as much as possible in my skincare.

[@sarahali.1049]

How many pumps of r retinoate intense serum do you use per application?

[@susanmcf1]

I like Paula's Choice 1% retinol booster. I use it nightly mixed with moisturizer.

[@maireaddyqol8337]

I had Medik8 3TR intensive from a beauty box and used exactly as per instructions (working up to nightly over 3 weeks) it lasted exactly 5 months. Not certain it was better than LRP’s retinol which I think is brilliant and made a visible difference. About to start CeraVe’s.

[@RuthCrilly]

Good to know!! I haven't tried that one. This is much stronger xx

[@gemmastone2202]

Holy moly Ruth, £210!! 😅 I’ve just started on dermatica, tretinoin 0.025% with hydroquinone for my pigmentation. You sign up and pay £20 a month plus postage. Nothing fancy about it but it’s the actual ingredient that’s proven to work. Just as an alternative for anyone screaming at the price 😂

[@MariaDuarte-mt1ez]

I was just about to mention Dermatica when I saw your comment. What is it like? It is just that I have been thinking of trying it out. £210 is too much money.

[@lindaalden2867]

Hi your medik_8 is rather expensive, when in Spain you can get prescription strength retinol for around 15 euros.

[@alicefrost5319]

Do you use the retinol products on the skin around your eyes as well? :)

[@RuthCrilly]

Yeah I do go pretty close with this one! x

[@gachablueberries5002]

please, watch Dr Dray videos on retinoids VS retinols, OTC retinols, and how to apply correctly .She is a wealth of useful info without peddling very expensive inactive retinols in the bottle.

[@kateshimmin9589]

Am a huge fan of Medik8, fabulous products which make a real difference. Plus amazing customer service too! 😉

[@RuthCrilly]

They are good folk! x

[@lburgess63]

Oh, also: what do you think about rotating products versus keeping a consistent routine? Being a beauty products fanatic, I do always seem to be chasing after new things because it's fun. But in your experience, is it best to keep that flitting about restricted to cosmetics? Major hell yes on products that don't require digging fingers into a jar. A dermatologist once told me that's a good way to court skin problems, because fingers (especially under nails) introduce bacteria that contaminates the whole lot. If something's in a jar, I use something I can wash off like a little plastic spoon, or in a pinch a cotton swab I pitch after.

[@broadcastneo5289]

Hello ruth, how is the top secret compared to lixirskin retinol?!!

[@RuthCrilly]

Haven't tried the Lixirskin one yet! x

[@hanagreg]

I’m not convinced that you are seeing results from the retinol if you’re using it just since Christmas. It’s more likely good moisture levels. I’m using tretinoin 0,5% since late October and I haven’t noticed any substantial results yet. Of course this is my anecdotal experience but the studies on tretinoin support what I claim. Results are usually noticed after 4 months.

[@watashiwamillo]

that's a good point.

[@RuthCrilly]

You'd think, but that's the ONLY thing I've changed really and if anything my skin has been drier! I'm keeping going at any rate, will update next season! x

[@lindaalden2867]

Ps nice to find a blogger who hasn't had any work done, I will be 60 this year, and I find it really hard to find a blogger my age who is all natural, I am wondering if there are any out there,

[@janeburkhart4051]

Am I the only person who doesn't get on at all well with hyaluronic acid? It seems to dry me out. Great video, Ruth!

[@Hollyferris]

Jane Burkhart It does this if you don't put any moisturiser on top of it. It's job is to grab water from its environment so unless you're in a super humid environment, that's going to be taken from your skin.

[@M1ssNadia]

My skin hates hyaluronic acid! I actually bought one from medik8 3 weeks ago and no matter how many moisturising creams or serums I apply underneath or on top of HA it makes my skin so dry and tight and actually breaks me out.....so sad:(

[@laraibbahadur7113]

This used to be me but I discovered a game changer... I use the Avene Thermal Spring Water before and after the hyaluronic serum to make sure it sucks in all the water and leaves my skin soo plumped and hydrated. Try it and promise you won't be disappointed! Even filling a mini spray water with distilled water will do the trick :)

[@RuthCrilly]

Yeah some do make my skin drier!! xx

[@ksaraw]

I find that if I sandwich it between spritzes of a facial mist it works much better. I find the pestle and mortar one and Jordan Samuels the least drying

[@lisaprowse3813]

Oh Ruth!!! While I was justifying the price to myself I had to laugh at you saying what the F**K! I need to buy this, sounds amazing! Will I limit myself to every 3rd night or will I be silly and do every other night!! Can't wait to see some results. xx

[@Youwinmeta]

What foundation are you using Ruth?

[@RuthCrilly]

I just have a bit of that L'Oreal foundation stick - think it's called the shaping stick x

[@watashiwamillo]

Has anyone used the Crystal Retinal series products? I'm so curious about them. They have dye in them, which I think is completely unnecessary, but at least they don't have unstable oils and EO's. Thanks friends. :)

[@watashiwamillo]

@K Mc Oh thanks. Yeah you're probably way past the 10 having had tret. experience already. :) I have zero retinol experience except PC 1% Retinol Booster a couple of times a week. I enjoy it enough, but I really want to try a more efficient form of retinol like that in Medik8. I think I'll be okay to start with the '3' level. Yes, under eyes are tricky. Good luck with your research and I hope you find a successful solution!

[@mariannnasousa3941]

I have reactive skin and my rosacea flare up often. I feel very frustate when I keep listening to the benefits of retinol or active acids that I can not use.

[@catgraves2878]

I'm sorry you have extra issues with your skin but she offers other items that are beneficial, not as drying as many out there and many in an affordable range. I can use retinol but I am not about to pay so very much for one product for budgetary reasons, but it all her opinion and experience that she shares. If you really want to have an option for the benefits of retinol (if available) I would ask your doctor.

[@Neenerbobeenerlucyann]

I read all the comments to see if someone else had asked what eyeshadow you wore in this video and nobody had. Please tell!!!❤️

[@Neenerbobeenerlucyann]

And now I have to place an online order at AF 😬😂

[@fionaterris4855]

I want to ask that !

[@RuthCrilly]

It's the two middle shades from Nars Voyageur palette "suede" - video coming up next! x

[@Neenerbobeenerlucyann]

A Model Recommends thanks!❤️

[@kates_life_in_recovery]

Who had the giggles at 4:50 lol I will never see a pump jar the same again, never mind having to rub it on ones face 😂😂😂😂

[@RuthCrilly]

LOL! Sorry

[@zoesavage8183]

Me too.😂😂😂😳

[@lindaalden2867]

No way do you need anything done, you are beautiful.

[@lindaalden2867]

Did anyone see caroline herns, on this morning telling us to use these creams which were only £50 and upwards, saying no one should have to use there credit card to buy creams, well for most of us we, I would have to use our card we dont have £50 to spend on a cream. I think good spf and retinol, is all you need, plus a moisturizer from boots dont need spend to much, the ordinary is good place to start,or if you know anyone going to Spain it's around 15 euros a tube.

[@lo4844]

Love a skincare routine! Thank you xx

[@janemilroy2667]

Top girl Ruth... and clever, intelligent, funny and gorgeous x

[@RuthCrilly]

Thank you Jane!

[@lizmcauley7169]

Does Medik8 test on animals ?

[@sonal58]

No. Vegan and cruelty free

[@lizmcauley7169]

@@sonal58 Thanks Sonal, good to know

[@perceivedpal3888]

I was listening to your tutorial but, I was distracted by your pink ornament in the background......it gave me chills as I’ve saw a similar one in an Illuminati doc....just saying. Thanks!

[@littlemisschatterbox4595]

I like medik8 but why would someone pay £210 for that product when you can get tretinoin for much cheaper? x

[@RuthCrilly]

It's not the same product. So far as I know, the ingredient used in this one (encapsulated r-retinoate) is ONLY available through Medik8. Tretinoin seems far more hardcore re downtime/side effects? x

[@susanbeattie772]

You could easily spend £30 ten times over on something for your face that doesn’t do very much. I’ve only had to justify to myself forking out £100 for an eye cream. (Spent plenty £20+ on eye creams many times while the lines deepened!)

[@chauminh]

thank you..No eye cream. I always need one

[@RuthCrilly]

Usually, but haven't been that much recently! At any rate forgot to put in - it's mostly been Rodial Dragon's Blood or the Caffeine one from Inkey List! x

[@laurencevitry9220]

It’s been a while that I want to try Medik8... I’m going to have a look at their website :-)

[@watashiwamillo]

Thanks Ruth! I've been wondering what you've been using. No antioxidants? No Niacinamide? Vit C? Peptides? Etc Etc that everyone seems to put up there as 'essential'. I looked at the ingredients for this product, and I don't see this as a retinol I'd use. Phenoxyethanol is much too high on the list, and what are all those EO's about? Literally every citrus oil imaginable? And, of all things, canola oil??? Highly, highly unstable and inflammatory. And then more EO's! oh dear. I will never understand that concept. hmmm. Those are realllllly curious inclusions. Not to mention that horrible red hue from the dye. Not necessary, Medik8. Save on your raw materials cost, pass those savings onto us poor, glowing-skin-seeking souls, and don't order those unnecessary oils and dumb dye anymore! lol. You could cut off a good 20% (at least) of the product cost. That said, your skin has never looked better Ruth! I'll try to get there with PC's retinol booster - so far so good for me. :))

[@RuthCrilly]

No, I would normally but this felt so strong and I was just worried about doing too much! I'll slowly introduce other stuff and see how I get on! x

[@lindaalden2867]

Caroline hirons

[@chelsicarter4091]

Ruth your make up is so lovely today..

[@dandarth-kc9cf]

Perfume in sunscreen , ughhh. Playing with the devil. I know you are friend with this Arden and maybe when you see her next time, tell her about all her crap products with fragrance.I would, but i don t know her.

[@rachelwhite1702]

dan darth I don’t know who you’re thinking of but Elizabeth Arden died in the 60s! 😂

[@pheart2381]

Am i...am i first?!!

[@RuthCrilly]

You may well have been! x

[@emmielf5090]

You mention the fine lines on your forehead and around your eyes have dissipated, but you don't mention your botox? How can you categorically know what is the skin care and what is the botox?

[@RuthCrilly]

I haven't ever had botox. I suppose if you had then it would be incredibly difficult, nigh on impossible to know!

[@efd15]

P.s. £210 😳😳😳😳

[@RuthCrilly]

Hahahaha... "ps".

[@spatel2259]

Ruth, if you haven’t had Botox... how come the area between your eyebrows and lower forehead doesn’t move? 😏

[@RuthCrilly]

Watch my IG stories, it obviously moves. It's not something I'd bother lying about, life's too short!

[@ellenmchugh1992]

In the few seconds I watched post reading your comment, I can clear see that area move & Ruth squint which I understand isn’t possible post-botox.

[@neldajohnson5174]

You're beautiful..