Anti-Aging Skincare Favorites, Updates & One of the Worst Things I've Done

I did something to my skin with an at-home treatment, which I believe caused permanent under eye hallows. I am sharing that with you, plus on a much more positive note, sharing my current favorite skincare products and treatments! - Holly
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Affiliate Disclosure: * Some of the links are affiliate links and I may earn small commissions if you purchase through them.
PRODUCTS⤵
Deminuage Nanoneedling Pen $80
deminuage.com/?ref=_HollyM
Use code: HOLLYM20 for 20% off
Dr. Pen A6S (the one I use) $150 amzn.to/47yqFLt
Pure Avocado oil for the skin
2 pack for $9.50 amzn.to/3KFQaRc
Good Molecules Glycolic Toner $14 amzn.to/3QxhVz2
Kirk's Soap $8 for pack of 3, unscented amzn.to/47x391m
Thayers Witch Hazel, unscented $9.50 amzn.to/45rSh32
Good Molecules Brightening Serum $8 amzn.to/3QBZ5Xm
Good Molecules Mineral Sunscreen $12 1.7 oz. (such a good deal) amzn.to/3qkAE6o
Cotz SPF 40 Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen $27 3.5 oz. (great for really dry skin) amzn.to/3YxSm2G
Pipette Mineral Sunscreen $13 Walmart must buy in store www.walmart.com/ip/Pipette-Mi...
$19 Illiyoon Ceramide Lotion amzn.to/3HrObyU
Cetaphil Lotion large 20oz tub $15 amzn.to/454nqJP
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VIDEOS OF AT HOME SKINCARE EXPERIMENTS & RESULTS⤵
My Nanoneedling vs Microneedling video - • Nano Needling vs Micro...
My Nanoneedling Experiment 30 Days Video - • Nano-Needling for 3 We...
MY MOST COMPREHENSIVE MICRONEEDLING VIDEO - FULL PROCESS + DAY BY DAY WHAT TO EXPECT 1st 10 DAYs | TAKING YOU WITH ME | BEFORE & AFTERS + AFTERCARE • Microneedling at Home ...
My Glycolic Peel Before & After Video, Must See my results - • Glycolic Peel Results ...
My TCA Peel Before & After Experiment Video with Closeups of Results & Day by Day for 1st 10 days - • TCA Peel at Home | Bef...
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BEFORE BUYING ANYTHING⤵
Consider signing up for Rakuten here: www.rakuten.com/r/HOLLYB3791?.... You can install the extension in your browser if you like. Basically, every time you shop online, if you use Rakuten, you end up getting a certain % of cash back. I buy groceries online & pick them up in the store, and my first order gave me $20 back. They pay you via Paypal. I'm a big fan of Rakuten!
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MY AMAZON FAVORITES SHOP⤵
www.amazon.com/shop/lifediy *
#antiagingskincare
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WHAT I'M WEARING⤵
-If I am ever wearing something that is cute or unique, it is most likely from Thredup: www.thredup.com/r/TCXMNO. If you signup through that link, you'll get $10 free. The site is an online thrift store of sorts with a massive variety of extremely well-taken care of clothes. To me, everything seems like it's new and the prices are great, especially if you are looking for high-quality or name-brand clothing. They also have coupon codes and sales regularly!
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MY WILDLIFE IG⤵
If you want to see where I live & the wildlife in my backyard, please check out my hobby IG page here: / wildlifeanddiy .
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[@blackrabbitbiz]

Thanks for sharing about what not to do. Most people are scared to be honest and truth is what we need more of in every form...including skincare!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks for saying that! I will share more of the good and bad of my experiences going forward.

[@christinetaylor5162]

I’m so happy that you shared all of these products! Thank you, loved this video!!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks for checking out the video!

[@claudiaglows]

Really looking forward to watching this ❤

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Claudia 🤗

[@denisenj7648]

Pe tra LA tum. It's petroleum jelly, aka Vaseline. It's inert and inactive, will not cause irritation or allergic reaction and is actually used for wound healing in burn victims and after surgery. Locks in moisture.

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! :)) 😊

[@kelliecee7565]

I sit in front of my red light panel for 15 minutes a day. Makes me sleep like a rock!

[@LifeDIY]

That sounds amazing! Thank you for sharing this. :)🙏 I need one!

[@lisaearles4175]

I need one too! Can you let us know the product and the brand?

[@tammyjanis509]

Great video holly❤

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Tammy!

[@nats86.]

Not related but how did you grow your hair out so nicely, can you put your routine or make a video?

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! I am working on it.

[@BilalDemiroglu]

I love you, the sun that doesn't set in my heart.

[@randydaughenbaugh2317]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@firstpitstop]

Hey Holly great tips your skin looks great you look so young. Take care my friend. 🙂

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! 🙏

[@josie4peace]

Hi Holly 🌸 You are so pretty in pink. I'm still loving the Illiyoon Ceramide Lotion, too. It's my main go-to for my face. I love the Cetaphil lotion, too. It's cost-effective and the petroleum is a nice occlusive. I mix it with aloe in warmer months for a lighter feel. I'm almost done with the Platinum Skincare Serum 15 you gifted me and amazed it only takes a bit to see a difference. I also use that Kirk's soap and witch hazel. This video was so informative. Thanks for taking the time to share with us. Is your kitty healing still? 🌸

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Wendy! Thanks for such a sweet comment. I love hearing what's working for you too. That's good to know you like the Cetaphil lotion as well. I really like how moisturizing it is! If you have any other product recommendations, please let me know. I am sure I'd love them. And, thanks for asking about Kipper. He's doing much better and the ear has healed! It's a little less perfect looking, but it's alright and he's still healing.

[@josie4peace]

@@LifeDIY So glad Kipper has healed, Holly. =) What a relief for you. For skin irritation after a peel or derma needling, I use Bactine spray. It's SO soothing and doesn't irritate my eyes at all. I'll add it to a spray bottle with some water and this toner, which is also soothing: PYUNKANG YUL Facial Essence Toner. I'll look into the GM toner--I've been using this one with a few drops of Salicylic acid (from The Ordinary): Neutrogena Skin Perfecting Daily Liquid Facial Exfoliant with 9% AHA/PHA Blend $13.42, 4 ounces, 20% discount w/S&S.

[@themacocko6311]

She's pretty

[@watchingthewaves1]

I completely agree with you! I am to afraid to do any laser treatments i research a lot about them and they can cause volume / fat loss

[@YasminA-jm9zs]

Can you share your supplements, especially for hair?

[@wulfsorenson8859]

You need to try microneedling with PRF for the stem cells and growth factors.

[@valentinarose9165]

Aloha Holly- thank you for sharing about the nano pen ✨. I’m on the website and so confused about which one to purchase. Can you provide a direct link to the one you use? Thanks!

[@LifeDIY]

Sure, no problem! I totally forgot they sell two version of the pen and both of them are excellent and work equally as well as the other. deminuage.com/collections/pen-kit/products/bd-dm-k707?variant=41022410719402 This is a link to the one I have. And, I prefer using their "daily" cartridges for treatments.

[@oatmealwithafork]

Hi Holly! I love your skincare videos and seeing your routine. I initially found you by searching microneedling. I'd like to look into the nanoneedling now. 😊 Have you ever tried microcurrent? That has helped me a lot, though it takes some time. On a side note, what do you use for the sound and lighting in your videos? They always sound and look great, and I'm trying to learn how to better mine, lol. I hope you don't mind my asking; you can give me Amazon links! ❤

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks, Lauren! I've tried a mini microcurrent device but I didn't really stick with it. I need to pull it back out and give it a try. Do you think it's helping? Thanks for asking about the light and sound. In some of my videos I use my "good" dslr camera, and in this one and numerous other videos lately I have been using a DJI Pocket 2 because it's so quick to setup and easy to use & I like the quality too. I bought the DJI Pocket 2 that came with a wireless microphone, then I bought a Rode Lavalier Go mic to plug into it. These mics have great sound quality. I have most of the products linked to here: amzn.to/45kOLay. For lighting, it depends on where you're recording. But, lately I've been recording in a pretty well-lit room (from the window light)and have been using Govee LED lights, as they are not too large and give off beautiful light (lots of color options too). In some videos, my quality is a lot better, and in those videos I am using a Canon 70d or a Canon 90d. The 70d is a lot cheaper and they both make the videos look about the same. In this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3qmkKSDmddnmZo I use GVM studio lights as that room needs a lot more lighting and I was using a Canon 90d. :) I just noticed your latest video! I am going to check it out. You look beautiful! I think it would definitely help to have some brighter lighting in there. It can make such a difference. If you're just looking for a better microphone, I think the Rode Wireless Go II mics are excellent!

[@oatmealwithafork]

@@LifeDIY Thank you!

[@nicoled5861]

Please be careful with microcurrent. I had a lot of facial fat loss from it. Not everyone can handle an increase in ATP, especially someone with autoimmune. Definitely stay away from treatments that heat up skin, including RF microneedling. @@LifeDIY

[@liviusss]

Hi Holly, very interesting video, thank you! Do you think the nano-needling might be okay for someone with very sensitive skin? Many thanks!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! I think it would be totally fine if you're using the "daily" cartridges they sell. Those should not cause any issues at all from my experiences. I think it's still slightly possible that you could experience irritation with certain serums (like a vitamin C serum). So if it were me, I'd do the treatment but if there's any irritation, I'd use something more mild or even some avocado oil and hyaluronic acid.

[@liviusss]

@@LifeDIY Thank you very much for all these details ❤️, really appreciate it! Yes I was thinking I could try the daily cartridge and start with using it once a week, followed by some repairing serum and not actives. Tomorrow I'm seeing my derm and want to ask about a professional treatment with Dr. Pen and exosomes which seems to have great results, and then I could maintain at home with nano-needling. Again many thanks, and enjoy your day!

[@LifeDIY]

No problem at all! That's a good idea to try the daily cartridge. And, that's so exciting about the other treatment. I don't know much about the treatment with exosomes. Super interesting! I would love to hear how that goes when you get it done!

[@anumolanu8799]

Please make a video for body care and hyperpigmentation and body care products... please reply

[@lyana6682]

May i ask, what is your daily and monthly routine now?

[@brokenjac]

If you have sensitive skin, make sure you scrutinize your sunscreen ingredients carefully. Butyloctyl salicylate is a salicylate, just like the chemical sunscreen octisalate (ethylhexyl salicylate). If you are sensitive or allergic to octisalate, you might run into the same issues with butyloctyl salicylate.

[@brookekasprzyk4850]

Yes thank you!!! This is true for me.

[@melodywolwark7434]

Hi Holly! Never heard of that Kirk's soap ...I will be trying that as well as the Good Molecules brand and that Illiyoon Ceramide cream. My question is will the Kirk;s soap remove makeup and sunscreen and does the ceramide cream absorb in fairly quickly? I absolutely can't stand a greasy feeling on my skin ... thank you in advance for your answer..

[@LifeDIY]

Hey Melody! I feel like it does a decent job of removing makeup and sunscreen for me. I've read that since it's oil-based, it can help break down makeup and sunscreens quite well. I've found it to work well for me, but I don't wear a lot of makeup. I have also found it to be really useful when I do any type of chemical peel, even for the mild ones. The soap is so non-irritating that it's the only one I trust after a peel. Do you have oily skin? If so, you may not love the ceramide cream. I feel like it could work well with for normal to dry skin though. I don't feel that it's greasy at all. But, I have really dry skin though. To me the texture feels like a gel moisturizer in a way. If you have oily skin, it's possible you may not love it. They do sell another moisturizer that I feel absorbs quicker and would be better for normal to oily skin - it is this one: amzn.to/3qyxImD

[@melodywolwark7434]

Thanks for the prompt reply ... my skin is more normal to dry ... I will be 63 years young in December and after 60 my skin started drying out. I like products that absorb so I don't have that sticky feeling.@@LifeDIY

[@josie4peace]

I agree with Holly, the Illiyoon Cream isn't as heavy as the lotion. Sounds weird, but I find the lotion is more moisturizing. I have combo skin and it does not break out my face. It's super gentle and has no fragrance. I've used it for years (the lotion).

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you for sharing this. I personally don't have any sticky feelings on my skin from the lotion I mentioned in the video. If you want one that dries down more though, the second one I mentioned might work better. :)

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Wendy! It really helps to have another person's perspective.

[@TheBrightenDay]

Do you find mineral sunscreen to work better than chemical? Thanks so much for sharing your findings! So impressive all you’ve accomplished. Like your story-am starting skin care regimen and sun screening in my early 30s, hoping for results like yours ✨ thank you so much

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you for the watching! 🙏I just checked out your channel and love it - so unique! I subscribed. I actually haven't used chemical sunscreens in ages. I think they probably work well and they probably feel better (their texture and application) than mineral sunscreens. But, for years I've been hearing about the chemicals used and how they might be toxic (certain ones), so I've just stuck with only mineral sunscreens to be safe. And, companies are getting so much better at creating great mineral sunscreens!

[@TheBrightenDay]

@@LifeDIY you’re the best! Mmhmm scary chemicals not sure long term what’s gunna be their effect. Seriously appreciate your recommendations on what minerals you’re using. Helps so much in the fight against white casting 🙌

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! This sunscreen by Good Molecules definitely doesn't give me a white cast. It's one of the few, plus it's light-weight!

[@quietStorm247]

How should the skin be cleansed before nano-needling? Is the same Kirk's soap appropriate?

[@LifeDIY]

For me, I just use the Kirk's soap to wash my face and then I use a toner to make sure it's even cleaner. And, then I do the nanoneedling.

[@flyingsaucer1268]

aaaaah, you're so beautiful

[@yarayousry2080]

I use retinol under eye for a while and notice that the hollow under my eyes increase , so u also notice that peeling can cause that also ???

[@LifeDIY]

I haven't seen any hallowing from skin peels. It's only improvement my under eye area.

[@tracyhilt3442]

Never heard of nano needling

[@whatthefunction9140]

Try IPL Treatment

[@itsMe_TheHerpes]

the sun is important, vitamin D and what not, yes. but our skin covers all our body, and the sun does not shine on our face alone. you can use sunscreen cream on your face, and do a sun bath with the rest of your body. heck, wearing a t-shirt and short pants are enough for your body to have the needed amount of sunlight. plus... you look good wearing shorts😆

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks! Good point on the sun exposure. I get so little of it where I live.

[@itsMe_TheHerpes]

@@LifeDIY well then you can take advantage of the sunny days there and do outside activities or just have a walk or a picnic outside, idk. those pesky photons✨🙂

[@lorenaqrz]

Hey Holly! Do you still microneedle your face?

[@LifeDIY]

Hey Lorena :) I do still microneedle! I really need to do an update video asap. I don't do it as often - and sometimes I go many months between treatments (one time probably 6+ months), but I am fine with that. Maybe I can do another treatment soon and do a video at the same time to answer some questions. If you have any, please let me know. :)

[@lorenaqrz]

I am now almost 38 and did no skincare until mid 35, that was when I started seeing signs of aging. So I started to search for solutions and I found your very informative channel and website. Since you have great skin I'm very interested in getting some information from your past/current experiences! 😄 I asked if you still use microneedling because I bought one dr. Pen and your videos got me wondering what was the future of it haha I used it for the first time last weekend and did a 0.25 experiment to see how my face would react (it was very red but now everything seems fine). Anyway, I'd have a few questions like, what do you think after all this time of your experiences with microneedling, what are your new insights and tips, what other treatments you'd recommend for our age etc (I've read about some in your website actually). Anyway, just interested in the opinion of someone that has great skin and seems to tell the truth on the internet! Haha congrats 😘

[@user-lm3ll1jp7f]

Do you think carnivore diet may have more of an effect than the products.. and the best thing to put on your skin is nothing. Anything you put on your skin is absorbed...

[@user-xv5sn9gn5n]

Liver Problems milk thistle

[@joebowieaddick]

The Glycolic peel photo really does show an impressive difference Holly! Would you say this is your best treatment, or is it a case of everything helps.? I think I was born with ‘hollow eyes’...😊Admire your candidness, but I don't think yours are noticeable at all. Totally empathise with your sleep issues…I’m only getting between 3 to 5 hours max through the night…It’s getting annoying, because I end up cat napping during the day, or worse still a deep sleep, which of course then ruins my night time sleep…Vicious circle! Do you also find yourself sleeping at inappropriate times during the day..?

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Joe! Yeah glycolic peels work if you do them regularly. I think TCA peels may give similar results but much faster (depends on your skin and how deep the lines are) but TCA peels hurt like crazy and require down time. So glycolic peels can be a great option! I hear ya about the hollow eyes. lol. Sorry to hear about your sleep issues too. This is really weird for me to have this. I used to always sleep so well until 7 or 7:30 sometimes. Now I'm waking up with super weird vivid dreams at 4 AM or 4:45 AM. I made a mistake of taking ashwaghanda last week and it made my issue way worse. I think I'll do a video on that. If you ever find a solution, let me know! I kind of thing it might just be a weird thing that happens this time of year for me. I think it's happened in the past like this. But, I need it to stop! I need about 8-9 hours of sleep a night! 🙏

[@joebowieaddick]

@@LifeDIY 8/9 hours is really good…Hopefully it’s just a passing phase for you Holly…So do you manage to avoid daytime naps when you have a lack of sleep at night.? I’m be happy with a straight 7 or 8…I think my issue is that I’m very active this time of year…Lots if gardening, golf, and walks. Maybe I just need to find a way of not nodding off early afternoon/evening.🤷‍♂️ On a different note…I recently purchased the Tresemme keratin smooth shampoo/conditioner. Been using it for about a month…Another great recommendation Holly. Thanks! Really noticed and felt a difference, even after the first use. I do alternate with another product…I find it best to mix it up, as hair products can mysteriously stop working for me...but so far so good. Do you still use it Holly..?

[@liviusss]

Hi Joe, maybe the eye hollows are caused by the lack of sleep? I sympathise because I also have trouble sleeping, I always did, but now the dark circles are really starting to bother me. I want to talk to my derm about doing some PRF (Plasma Rich Fibrins) treatments (Dr. Rajani here on YT is a big proponent of it for the under eye area), and maybe some microneedling/mesotherapy with exosomes (another in-office procedure). For hollowness some people have had good results with a cream called Adipeau which is supposed to stimulate fat cells, it might be worth a shot since it's non invasive...

[@liviusss]

​@@LifeDIYI started taking ashwagandha and had some nightmares lately, I didn't think there might be a connection... 🤔

[@joebowieaddick]

Thanks for the info liviusss…I really don’t mind mine. Like I said I think I was born with them…😊 Hope you choose the right treatments, and they go well for you.