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Across the Fence:  Skincare-Need Some Suggestions  |
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
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 Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 6:29:35 PM
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Hello ladies,
I am not sure if this is the right place for this, but know that all of yall have lots of wonderful ideas and help. I was wondering what you use for skincare products. I don't have time to make my own but I have simply been appalled at the ingredients that are used. I did not know how toxic some of them were so I am looking to make a change. I know some of you use organic products. My skin is starting to show fine lines...that is what happens when you get to be 44  . It gets dry and is sensitive. I want my skin to look healthy and radiant and not terribly old...hahahah I need a simple routine Any help you could suggest to this farmgirl would be appreciated.
thanks so much
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 6:52:04 PM
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I use the COQ10 line from Avalon Organics and I love it - I am just 40 and starting to get fine lines, and I really feel like it helps with that. For regular lotion I use the Shea Butter hand cream from L'Occitane, which is made in France - EU standards for cosmetics, particularly organics, are much stricter than here and the L'Occitane stuff is fabulous.
Both are a little pricy but since I only buy about once a year, maybe twice and don't spend a lot of money on cosmetics I think it's worth it.
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4737 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 6:55:34 PM
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For a quick and simple cleanser mix 1 cup of yogurt with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil & 1/4 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. Take a handful and smooth over your face in gentle upwards circles for a minute. Rinse with warm water. Store in the refrigerator, good for a week.
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3317 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
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Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 7:04:35 PM
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Tammy....I have been making my own soap, skin balm, butters and lip balm for almost 5-years- using only pure vegetable oils including rice bran oil and virgin olive oil. Purity that's the "ticket!"
I try to stay away from any products that use preservatives, artificial dyes etc. My mantra has always been less is more including the ingredients you find in soap. Have you ever seen how they make over the counter commercially produced soap? SCARY-
I have really good skin for my age-I attribute a part of it to genes and using a good bar of soap with moisturizer; I use my own whipped shea butter, and I drink a lot of water because you really need hydration-
Melody
Farmgirl #525
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 7:11:36 PM
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Thanks ladies so much. this is very helpful. I do drink a lot of water and am changing my eating habits and exercising. I knew you ladies would have lots of ideas for me.
blessings
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Jun 17 2010 : 8:06:53 PM
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Tammy,
I just found a wonderful product by Weleda. I am 46 (ouch!) and was really starting to notice some lines around my eyes. I started using Weleda Almond Intensive Cream and it works so good! I found it here:
http://www.vitacost.com/Weleda-Almond-Intensive-Facial-Cream
I read the reviews before purchasing and was hoping that it would be a product to make my skin feel nicer. I was amazed after 2 days using it that my skin became smooth. I can hardly see the lines aroung my eyes now and it has only been a week.
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jun 18 2010 : 11:27:40 AM
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Thanks Sharon,
I will check that out. that sounds like what I might have in mind.
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
http://breathsoffaith.blogspot.com |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4658 Posts |
Posted - Jun 18 2010 : 5:44:18 PM
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I have been using Burts Bees Radiance line and the anti-aging serum and really like it. In the past ten years, I have used it all...from expensive creams at the mall to Olay. Burts Bees is reasonable and doesn't have the scary stuff in it. I am in my late 30s with very sensitive and extremely dry skin and this has normalized it.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jun 18 2010 : 6:01:43 PM
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I saw the Burt's Bee Radiance line today at Target...was with hubby who was in hurry..so didn't get to check it out but will next time out. I am like you Nicole, have used the expensive creams and am now using Olay after I tried AVON and it burned my skin whenever I put it on...so my skin has never seemed to recover from that and the Olay makes my skin feel like rubber. The hardest part for me is living in a rural area leaves my choices limited but can always check online. Thanks for telling me about Burt's Bee
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
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Posted - Jun 18 2010 : 7:23:53 PM
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melody would you share some of your recipes? thanks happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farmgirl #1014
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knead2garden
True Blue Farmgirl
359 Posts
Ashley
Spring City
TN
USA
359 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 05:15:47 AM
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Melody, I'd like a few recipes myself, if you don't mind. I am currently making the ACV and plantain cleanser. I have about 4 more days’ b/f it is ready to try.
~Ashley
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vegetarian farmer
True Blue Farmgirl
249 Posts
Jane
Freedom
pa
USA
249 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 06:16:39 AM
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I have been washing my face with olive oil and castor oil. Very simple, 50/50 mix. You apply to dry skin with dry hands and rub in. Then I put a warm washcloth on my face to steam the pores and wipe the oil off. It is wonderful. I didn't think plain oil could clean your face but it does, doesn't clog pores, and you do not need a moisturizer because you are not stripping your face and the oil help with dry spots.
Jane
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 08:49:09 AM
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Wow Jane, that is interesting. I never knew that either. Thanks for sharing.
blessings
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 11:12:04 AM
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Tammy, What I like too, is that you can get Burts Bees more places like Target, and online. I really like their serum under their nightcream at night. It lasts a long time, too.
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 12:08:41 PM
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Are you talking about eye serum Nicole? I thought the same thing about being able to find Burt's Bee and Wedela to name a few at our Target too.
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
931 Posts
Elizabeth
Iowa
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Posted - Jun 20 2010 : 1:24:26 PM
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Olive oil is good for removing eye makeup. I put a little on a cotton ball and rub around my eyes (with them closed) and rinse off. It works every time. It also works helps wrinkles in the eyes area too. :)
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
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Posted - Jun 21 2010 : 03:05:57 AM
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Well goodness...who knew!!!quote:
Originally posted by babysmama
Olive oil is good for removing eye makeup. I put a little on a cotton ball and rub around my eyes (with them closed) and rinse off. It works every time. It also works helps wrinkles in the eyes area too. :)
-Elizabeth
ANGIE
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