I thought I heard that you never want to exfoliate and use a retinoid in the same day. However, I just recently bought the Paula's Choice 2% BHA and 8% AHA exfoliant that suggest using it every day. If I use those 2 products from Paula's Choice everyday, then can I also use my retinoid at the same time? Also, when exactly do I use my PC exfoliants in my skincare regimen? After toner and essence? Or right after cleansing? Thanks, everyone!

Can you use a retinoid and an exfoliant together?

I ordered from my 2 favorite brands on Black Friday: KRAVE Beauty and Skin1004. I received my boxes a few weeks ago but I am just now getting around to unboxing them. I've been exclusively using KRAVE Beauty's Great Barrier Relief serum and their Kale-Lalu-yAHA exfoliator and I've been wanting to try more of their products. The Great Barrier Relief is, in my opinion, the cause of my great skin lately and I will always rebuy it. I also rebought the Kale-Lalu-yAHA since I am almost out of my original bottle. I am new to the Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleaner and Body Wash along with the Makeup Re-Wined.
I am fairly new to the brand Skin1004. I was introduced to it by Picky last year when they had their Mega Giveaway for their Madagascar Centella toner and ampoule. Both quickly became holy grails for me and I refuse to go without them. I have since repurchased both the toner and ampoule and have purchased/won other products from them in the past year (their Hyalu-Cica line and their Tone Brightening line). Aside from my holy grail toner and ampoule, I also purchased 2 Travel Kits (excited for these because I haven't had the chance to try their Cleansing Oil and Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream...the kits also contain the toner, ampoule, and cleansing foam), an Ampoule Foam Cleanser, a Tone Brightening Boosting Toner, and their Pumpkin Pack. The Spot Cover Patch, Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask (5 pack) and the 30ml mini ampoule were free gifts from the brand. 
All in all, I am very satisfied with my purchases and cannot wait to try the new-to-me products! What are your favorites or what have you tried from these brands?

Black Friday Haul! KRAVE Beauty and Skin1004

On July 20th, I won the ATOPALM Soothing Gel Lotion. I claimed my prize as usual. Then yesterday (July 28th) I received another email saying that they would be fulfilling it from their US online store due to shipping delays and that I needed to claim it again. When I went to put my address in, it kept telling me that the order couldn't be shipped to the address entered. I live in South Carolina, USA. There is nothing out of the ordinary about my address. I have reached out to Picky Support and they said they would look into it. I hope the issue gets resolved and I get to try this product!

Did anyone else get this giveaway email?

Hello! I have type 1 (redness) and type 2 (breakouts/bumps) rosacea and sometimes it is hard to get it under control. My skin looked so good the past few days then just out nowhere, it broke out really bad. What are some of your experiences with rosacea and what are some products that you recommend for someone with rosacea? Thank you!

Who else has rosacea?

Hey all! I've been hearing about the brand Paula's Choice for a few years now, more specifically, the 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant. Have any of you tried it? What are your results? I am thinking about getting the BHA and AHA duo since the AHA is supposed to help with fine lines and evening skin tone. I would love to hear some of your feed back and maybe I will splurge and buy both. Thanks! ❤

Is Paula's Choice worth it?

Numbuzin No. 1 Clear Filter Sun Essence:
This Sun Essence has a super lightweight consistency that is easy to apply. It is moisturizing, leaves no white cast and my skin looks so dewy afterward. It is frangrance free and doesn't sting or pill. 


Varuza Real Natural Sheet Mask: 
This sheet mask is made of thick natural cotton that molds to my face perfectly. My skin was super hydrated and was glowing after removing the mask. Lots of extra essence is included, which is good for keeping your neck and chest hydrated as well.

Even though I don't mind the fragrance, some people might not like it. 

My dry, sensitive dehydrated skin LOVES this moisturizing toner. My skin feels so plump and moisturized after using it. The scent is also very pleasant and fruity-smelling. And the bottle is HUGE! It will take me a very long time to use it all. 

This is a chemical exfoliator, so it may burn a little for some people with super sensitive skin. 

A holy grail for me! I was surprised that my sensitive skin did not react to this at all. It makes my skin feel so soft and gets rid of all the excess dead skin. 

Nothing bad about this product as of yet. 

I received this product for free from Picky and Papa Recipe in exchange for my honest review. 

I have very sensitive skin, so was drawn to the word "Mild" in the title. The cleanser is super gentle and leaves my skin feeling clean and refreshed. Only a tiny bit of product is needed and it foams up very nicely. A little goes a long way and this is a very large tube! Lucky for me, Papa Recipe ended up sending me two cleansers! 

RachelJang