Is this one of the foundations of the year for me?
Keep watching to find out.
An Up Close and Poresonal is where I do a thorough wear test, show you how the product performs on my face with regular check-ins and no filters (should go without saying, but 'tis what 'tis), and at the end of the day compare the product's performance against its claims.
I'm the only test subject, so it's as subjective as it comes, but if you have tastes and concerns similar to mine, maybe you can take some useful information out of it.
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:: MY SKIN, for reference: shamelessly over 40, combination and oilier in the hot months, seldom prone to dehydration. I have (very tame, atm) hormonal acne (The Beard), and hyperpigmentation/melasma on my cheeks. It can develop sensitivity to specific products, but it's been overall pretty resilient for a long time (e.g.: I use exfoliating acids and retinoids together daily without any problem).
Sunscreen is NEVAH optional.
:: Ageing is a privilege not everyone gets to have, yet I’m for one’s individual choices without judgmental rules/ideologies. I do favour transparency, so that the viewers can have all the information and adjust their expectations.
:: Treatments: I’m doing Pico Laser for hyperpigmentation issues and Ultraformer III on the lower area of my face to regain/maintain some firmness.
. DISCLAIMER .
What works for me may not work for you and vice-versa, and that's only being human and unique, so keep a curious mind, trust science, stay away from fear-mongering and ask for samples whenever possible. Also, feel free to share your experiences with the products mentioned in the comments, so that other viewers can learn more. Sharing knowledge and experiences empowers us as consumers.
I'm not a skincare, makeup or hair expert: I'm just a curious soul and a learner. All my posts/videos come from a consumer point of view.
What you see is what you get — blemishes, wrinkles and all #nofilter
All the opinions stated are my own, based on my personal experience with the products, and no amount of money or freebies will ever change that.
The products were purchased with my hard-earned money unless stated otherwise.
If sometime in the future the latter changes, the first one will NEVER change, and I would only collaborate with brands that gracefully accept that.
I will always be straight-forward with you about any collaborations, affiliate links or promo codes and similar shenanigans, if they happen to occur.
I have a job outside of YouTube, and I do this for YOU.
