As someone who is obsessed with having healthy hydrated lips, you’ll for sure notice me constantly applying lip balm and Vaseline throughout the day. The weather here gets cold and dry so it’s a must but I also wear *generous* quantity of Vaseline before going to sleep. I try not to pick at any dead skin that might start peeling off but I can’t help but wonder if there’s an effective way to treat it: I understand dead skin is natural but it’s really been annoying me this past month 😅😭 I’ve seen lip scrubs but never owned any (I frankly did not see the use until now). My question now: what would you recommend? What have you done (if this is an issue you dealt with)? or What would you do? I know some people wouldn’t mind it but the amount of dead skin that has been “falling” off has increased lately… Also, is there a homemade lip scrub recipe you can recommend? 

Thanks for reading my (rant-y) request and question 😹💕 stay safe and take care fellow pickies🩷🩷

Lip health and scrub

Hi fellow pickies 💕🎀,

I had been using a cerave cleanser and moisturizer for a while but I want to start anew! I’m almost done with the moisturizer bottle but I don’t want to keep using this brand… there are so many Korean brands and viral products so I don’t know which one to pick😞 
I don’t have a sensitive skin type and I don’t think it’s acne prone:) My face is mostly a mixed type (dryer around the edges and forehead but oily-er at the nose and chin) I usually don’t get any pimples unless I change my diet (butter toast lol) or my menstrual cycle starts (usually some small/medium red pimples here and there but they’re gone after like 2 weeks max) 
Having said that, I’m open to all suggestions (although I’m more interested in Asian skincare) but I’m also a college student so my wallet can only go so far:)
I also have a question: is it better to stick to one product line (cleanser, toner & moisturizer from the same brand) or does it really depend on the skin and the ingredients? 

Please help me find a new cleanser and moisturizer, but you can also recommend other products if you want to💗
Thanks😘💖

Starting anew (looking for cleanser and moisturizer)

Hey Pickys💗,

I have had a continuous issue with split ends: I cut them, some timer later, and boom! They’re back. Not only that but I have so many damaged hair strands, hairs that are just way shorter than the rest of my hair and they clearly stand out (and up) when I let my hair loose. I have curly hair, very thin. I’ve been using different natural oils and I even deep oil my hair from time to time (big quantity of oil, massage, let rest and wash), but I’d like your honest opinions and helpful product recommendations to aid me in my hair care journey:)
thanks~💕

Split Ends and Damaged Hair Near the Roots

Hey there✨
I’m a full time student but I also want to protect my face from UV rays… It’s hard to always apply sunscreen in the morning as it’s difficult to juggle between school life and self care so I was wondering if there was any sun stick that could act as my “quick sunscreen” (I believe applying sunscreen takes longer than using a stick). I’m aware sun sticks are usually for reapplication during the day but I’d like you guys’ opinion on this… And even generally speaking, I want to prepare for next summer and have my sun stick brands list already planned out:) I’ve never used sun sticks so I’m open to both recommendations and advice on UV protection routines!
Thanks💗

Sun Sticks Recommendations?

I’m trying to find the best way to take care of my curly hair and after changing the way I wash it and prep it, I’m looking for advice on how to care for it right after shower. I try to avoid heat and rarely blow dry (I mostly towel and air dry). My hair does frizz up so I do apply some oil after shower usually but I’m open to new routines as well! I just genral tips on everything, from after shower products to ways to avoid hair damage etc… I’m mostly looking for a way to keep my health healthy and make it stronger and less prone to breakage, so its fine if the routine doesn’t really allow for good curl definition

After shower curly hair care

nothing bad really… i do admit the price on it is a little on the more expensive side but we have to remember its a concentrated solution and most serums tend to be more expensive anyway. if you use only a few drop everyday, it will last you long enough 

i love the high concentration as it allows me to only use 2-3 drops every night! i believe consistency is the key and having the small bottle with a dropper is perfect. 

the formula is slightly viscous but the product remains extremely lightweight 

after only a week i was able to see my scars fading:)

the salicylic acid is perfect for acne prone skin and oily skin, and i used it on my oily skin parts as i have combination type skin

it has denatured ethanol to ease the absorption so you really need to hydrate well if your skin tends to dry up easily 

Love everything about it but after trying the other colors, I wish this one was a little less pigmented. Don’t get me wrong, the color is cute and pretty but I would’ve liked it more to only cover paleness and not actually pinkify my lips. I guess it all comes down to color theory and pigment matching as it depends on your skin tones and lip color.

Texture and formula:
~&gt; Love the creaminess of it! 
~&gt; The lightness to thickness ratio is perfectly balanced: it’s not too light (to the point where it dries off 5 minutes after application) but not too thick (it’s not too greasy) 
~&gt; During a full day outside (11hours) I applied it about 4 times (lightly) and it was more than enough! Once in the morning, once before lunch, twice after lunch. But you can definitely go on about applying it twice a day (I just enjoy using lip balms)

Pigment and glow:
~&gt; This specific color first looked quite natural on me but after some minutes, I noticed it has a pink penchant. I think it’s cute.
~&gt; if you apply lightly, it’ll only look like a light tint but if you do like 3 layers, it will have a gorgeous glow and nice finish. 
~&gt; perfect if your lips tend to look pale

Nothing to complain about just remember that like most lip balms, this one is also creamy and that means if you apply too much pressure it will break (speaking from experience T^T). It’s nothing bad about the product itslef but the appearance of the packaging (it looks like a lipstick) might make you forget it’s a lip balm!

The color is very cute: i feel like it’s one of the most pigmented of the athe lip balms (I tried the 3 from the giveaway) so it’s perfect if you want to add a little color while keeping your lips hydrated. Prevents cracking as it doesn’t leave bad texture after drying. Packaging is very cute and the formula is smooth! 

The first time when applying it, some parts of my face (T shape especially) started to itch. After 3-4 days, it was all normal. Still, from time to time, when I scrub my face with a cleanser, it will itch a little on the nose. Nothing much and my nose feels amazing afterwards so I don’t mind it

I love the formula: perfect texture for a night lotion. Unlike the other Cerave moisturizers, this one isn’t as thick, which I love because it’s soothing and almost cooling for the skin. Once it gets absorbed, it doesn’t leave a bad feeling, which is perfect so you can go sleep right after. My face feels amazing in the morning.

There’s is nothing inherently bad about this product, I just feel like someone with more irritated skin than mine could benefit most from it!

I got the the repackaged version, that’s why my pictures and video show a different tube:)

🌱FORMULA
This cream is not thick and tends to lean more on the lightweight side. It gets absorbed pretty quickly but I still feel like it properly moisturized my skin. It’s smooth on the skin perfect for hydrating.

🌱INGREDIENTS
The cream contains centella asiatica, squalane & ceramides, which allow it to be a soothing and barrier-supporting cream. It’s also fragrance free, and the calming care it gives make it perfectly suitable for sensitive skin.

🌱PACKAGING
The tube is easy to open and fits nicely in small bags and travel pouches. The opening allow me to directly apply the cream on my face, so i know exactly how much i need.

🌱MY EXPERIENCE
I’ve been using this cream along with the toner and serum from the same line, and it feels like my skin is always healthy looking: properly hydrated and not irritated. I can’t say this is my holy grail of a cream, as i still prefer the Purito Deep Sea Water for its more lightweight consistency and more efficient moisturizing, but i believe this cream is perfect for sensitive skin types, as it does go hand in hand with any other calming products. It allows the skin to rest and helps with barrier strengthening, so if you’re having irritated skin, this is the cream to use!


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