Angie's diet of lots of fresh vegies and fish in combination with her consistent exercise program are another huge reason her skin is so glowing. Take care of yourselves from the inside out too.
My skin has never been better since I started watching your channel when I turned 50 two years ago. Biggest difference for me has been sunscreen everyday, tretinoin, and omniluxe mask for rosacea. No coincidence but all of these are because of you. You literally changed my life for the better. Can’t say thank you enough. ❤
Timestamps for the mistakes: 0:52 Not using enough sunscreen. You need a 1/4 teaspoon for the face and for the neck everyday. Reapply every 2 hours if you're outdoors. If you're inside all day, reapply a bit at least once in the afternoon (if you can) after your initial 1/4 tsp application. 5:32 Not starting on a retinoid early enough. 12:00 Not being consistent with your skincare routine. 14:22 Using too many new skincare products all at once. Your skin may have an allergic reaction or become irritated. 16:07 Not knowing what ingredients are in your skincare. Example: You may have 5 products that all have niacidamide. Having too much of a repeat ingredient may irritate the skin and not be as effective.
Angie, looking at your gorgeous, glowing skin, one would never believe you only started taking care of it at 50! That just shows you, it is never to late to start taking care of ourselves
7:17 I am 74 years old and while I have always taken care of, my skin ,I l didn’t start using tretinoin until I was 70! I cannot believe the improvement that I have seen over this short time. I have also been using the Omni luxe facemask. Thanks to you, Angie. and of course, lots of sunscreen. I so appreciate the education you have given me Angie!
I'm 73 and have done my skincare routine faithfully both at night and in the morning. The only thing that keeps me looking 73 without makeup are the sun damage brown spots on my face.i was a sun worshipper in my teens, 20s, 30s, and 40s. Nothing I've tried that is advertised to get rid of them has worked. Sigh!
I'm 72 yrs old and have never used Tretinoin. I kind of figured the cows already out of the barn at this stage. Do you think there's value in using it if you start so late?
@@jann3443I’m 69 and the same as you, I’ve tried all the lotions/potions for my hyperpigmentation and nothing has worked. I can’t afford any laser treatments from a dermatologist either.😢
Hi Marion, Thanks so much for sharing your skin-care story :) Has the tretinoin reduced any sagging or does it only reduce wrinkles and hyperpigmentation? I'm desperate to decrease my sagging! All best wishes ^_^
I do moisturizer with sunscreen and foundation with sunscreen. I was an early adopter of sunscreen due to living in Arizona for 30 years. Started this regimen at 12. No skin cancer. No age spots. Minor wrinkles compared to other 50 year olds. I am super fair, too.
I started using it daily on all exposed areas when I was in my mid 20s. I noticed I had a faint tan from the twice daily 5 minute walk from my workplace to my car. I started with SPF 15 products because that was the standard then, and transitioned to SPF 30 products years later. Now, although I do have sun damage, my dermatologist says I have great skin for a 61 year old. I might add that I also wear sunglasses with a UV coating, which shield the skin around the eyes from the sun and prevent wrinkles from squinting. Also, if I'm outdoors, I try to stay in the shade as much as possible.
Consistency is my downfall - especially at night. Another member recommended doing the night routine earlier in the evening and that has really helped. Love everyone’s input. Angie all your hard work is so appreciated!
I went ahead and took a 1/4 tsp to my bathroom to measure my sunscreen. I’m pleased that I’ve actually been doing a pretty good job with the amount! You got me hooked on the Undefined R&R sun serum, and it’s such a great product, which makes it easy to apply liberally. Great application, great finish, the tint is perfect for me. So glad you told me about it (because yes, I feel like you’re my actual friend who tells me these things personally 😂). You’re one of the VERY few UA-camrs I completely trust.
I was a competitive swimmer and a life guard before we were using sunscreens. I tanned beautifully and had one year round. The sunscreen/wrinkle/skin cancer information became clear when I was about 20. Yikes. So after that, my mantra was if the sun hit my skin I would immediately turn into a prune! So I started using products that had sunscreens and used spay-on tanners for the outdoors. So I had nice skin until I moved to Florida just before Covid. I was still good, but the sun is inescapable here. I am so thankful, that I started listening to you and Dr Dray last year (Did not know about retinol - can you believe it?!). I really have upped my game. My skin does not look as youthful as I would like, but the last time I went to my internist, he made a positive comment on my skin as I am now 72. Just keep at... Thanks so much for the information you provide. kk
Thanks Angie and great advice! I'd add #6 as overlooking the importance of the basics like getting good sleep, not drinking in excess, not smoking...All the best skincare in the world cannot make up for maintaining good basic lifestyle habits.
@@pansywalker9017Alcohol destroys your liver, 100% guaranteed. Whereas lung cancer doesn't happen to all smokers. Also, alcohol destroys relationships and lives.
Hey Angie, have followed you for 6 years now and my own skin has improved by having used many of the products you have tested and recommended as well as the devices. One of the products I know you have completed extensive testing on is Vitamin C. Recently I saw an article that stated that Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is MORE stable and potent than the L-ascorbic acid [Vibriance is a brand that uses Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and I believe Carrot & Stick uses it as well. Please consider testing both the Vibriance brand as well as the Carrot & Stick brand to see if you feel the ethyl ascorbic acid provides even better results than products with the L-ascorbic acid. Thank you very much for your continued videos helping those of us in the 50's to have a tremendous resource for skincare and make-up content! Your are THE BEST!
Yea, I was one of those with acne issues who was prescribed Retin A in my 20's...and bonus, insurance covers for that reason. I didn't stay on it long term but at some point went on Differin for a while (which I think may also have some anti aging benefits?)...and then restarted for anti-aging about 10 yrs ago. All in all , with that, and other skin care, I have skin that looks younger than my actual age
I've made my share of mistakes over the years! The more you learn, the better you get at it. That's why I love your videos because of all the research you do to help us buy better and be more informed. Thanks Angie!
I have learned so much from you over the years. Unfortunately I didn’t take the best skin care steps until I was probably 40, but now I’m very happy with my routine. For me personally tretinoin from my doctor works way better than the subscription services. I started with a prescription from my doctor, but then switched to subscription services for about 5+ years. I recently switched back to a prescription from my doctor (and added in the ingredients that were also in my old subscription) and the difference in my skin is insane. It’s also more cost efficient for me because I had to purchase the subscription on their time while my tretinoin I purchase as needed and the ingredients I added in are inexpensive. I don’t know why it works better for me, but it really does.
I agree, the plain generic tretinoin works better for me as well. I had to switch to that b/c the niacinamide in the subscription service, as well as in all the other products I was using, was too irritating to me. What other things do you add in to your routine? I am finding I have had to build my routine up too.
I could see the same and asked the sister sub service for only tretinoin cuz i didnt want others and they told me its only 3 active formula! Now gota get an rx!!
I had never heard of the 3-finger measurement for sunscreen! That’s going to make things a lot easier for me. Thanks so much, Angie, and happy Friday!! 🎉❤
Great video Angie! I'm still shocked by how many people still think that SPF in foundation is enough...thank you for this PSA as well as your other great tips. Happy Friday Gorgeous! ♥
Just sent this to my younger friend (44). Thanks to you I started using Agency last summer. Now I just need to be more consistent. Wish I started decades ago but better late than never. I truly appreciate your content and share it with my sister who is 68. I will be 58 in two months. Thanks again for the great videos
Best things for my skin have been finding the correct products for me by listening to Angie and Dr Dray and then sticking to those things that work, not adding or trying other things all the time. It's surprisingly inexpensive to go simple but with ingredients that work for you and sticking to them.
It drives me crazy when people think the spf in foundation gives them full spf protection so they don't use a sunblock. With the amount of foundation used, the spf in it is negligible and no protection at all.
@@martinatverdakova2500 not wearing sunscreen outdoors is a health concern, getting skin cancer will definitely interfere with people's ability to relax and enjoy life
@@martinatverdakova2500 Anyone who comprehends the science and skin cancer concerns would be. That's just having basic intelligence and education. Not to mention, seeing the appearance of someone who wears daily spf at 40 compared to those who don't. Anyone who doesn't wear spf, you can tell. They might not realize they look leathery and old, but they always do.
I just wear foundation and not always with spf 50 and I look 10 younger that my real age is. Actually I had always breakouts from any spf. My skin only accept foundation, no spf creams, no moisturizer creams. I try not to be exposed to the sun so much but I live in Spain so 300 days of sunny days a year. Despite Spanish people never use a spf daily, only on the beach they look really good and youngh. I m not Spanish and when my son was a baby I always put a spf on his face but the people ( spanish) was thinking that was totally unnecessary and crazy. I mean I try look after my skin but so much spf it's not so necessary and maybe not so good that we think. My grandmothers didn't use any spf and they had skin without spots and any wrinkles till 80...
@@martinatverdakova2500 looking good doesn't make you immune to skin cancer LOL Spaniards being negligent with sunscreen doesn't mean the rest of us should follow suit
Hello BFF Angie!! You are my HG Content Creator!! You helped me get my face out of a major dry dehydrated state where I wasn't able to use sunscreen (it really came down to the humidifiers, imo - I already had a great skin care regimen but once I put sunscreen on, my face would crack and peel within hours). I purchased the humidifiers and I can happily say I can now wear sunscreen without my face drying and cracking off. The true test was today, when I decided to try a mineral sunscreen - and once again, no drying, no cracking! Angie & several brilliant followers have really saved me from a lot of frustration in this regard!! I really truly appreciate it. In other exciting news, I finally ordered a red LED mask today 🔥 and I can't wait to start it! Thanks again for all you and the fellow AHF do!! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!!
Angie thanks to watching you for the past 8 years my skin looks pretty good at 66, following you recommending tretinoin and religious use of spf.thank you so much for being so honest and unbiased about everything 🙏xxx
consistency is the best attribute your channel has brought to my life! your thorough research and evidencing how amazing you look gives me the motivation I need to be consistent. and after 1 year of Agency, I just got up to 0.14% prescription without the side effects and tons of compliments
@@AngieHotandFlashy @MsQ wow I came to see if Angie misspoke 0.14% ( assss iiiiif !😂) but I can see Ms Q is also at 0.14%. Wow my Agency Tretinoin is only 0.009% and I’m still at only twice a week🫠🫠, but trying to build up!
I have used spf or whatever it used to be called for most of my 74 years. My very olive-skinned dad was adamant. Drove me nuts. He was right. I’m pretty lax about everything else. Almost look for toothpaste w spf!
With respect to retinol, I've used retinol products on my face and neck for a couple of years, and I have rosacea. I saw my dermatologist this week and asked her if I should use retinol, and she said no. My skin is also very dry and sensitive, so that may have been a factor in her answer. Just mentioning this. If you have rosacea, you may want to consult a dermatologist before using a retinol product or a retinoid. She also advised that I not use at home treatment devices such as red light, IPL, rollers, and gua sha implements.
I have always prayed with any thing that I put on my skin or take by mouth! with Angies help I have seen a differents in my skin care after 3 months! THANK YOU
Love your channel! I know I can trust everything you recommend. I’ve been watching for a few years and I swear my 43yo skin is better than it was in my 20’s! Thanks, Angie!
I’d love to give people a pro tip about sunscreen! In australia, we legally test SPF based on when it’s rubbed in to the skin. It’s the best testing in the world, and an SPF of 30+ is more effective than 50+ anywhere else
Was putting on my sunscreen as I was watching this video. Immediately added more to my face! Thanks, Angie! I’ve been using Agency Future Formula for about five months. Again, thanks, Angie! It is really making a difference - even more pores look smaller! Great recommendation, so glad I listened to you!
So true about the sunscreen. I'd rather over do it, then apply too little. I've used the Elta MD tinted sunscreen, but just found out that they're not cruelty free. 😢 I'm so thankful for the dermatologist who had me on Retin-A for adult onset acne in my early 20s. He advised me to never stop using it. What a Godsend he was. Thank you for the Maelove Moonlight Retinal serum. I use it on my neck, because it's so sensitive. Great advice as always, Angie. Thanks so much. Have a great weekend. ❤❤😊
Oh how I hate sunscreen!! I know I should use it but I don't. Just whatever is in my moisturizer. (unless I'm at the beach/pool/lake, then I might use a bit.) But all other tips I use and I love you Angie, and all of your super helpful information! Keep it up!!
I used to be the same way! I had the greasy, sticky feeling on my face! My aesthetician gave me some samples of the Elta MD and I ended up loving the one Angie mentioned in this video. Sometimes on weekends, I’ll just use the tinted sunscreen and no foundation. It feels very silky (not sticky) on my face. 🙂
Great info. Hyaluronic acid can actually irritate and dry out your skin, if not used the right way. It needs moisture first, or it sucks it out of the skin.
I was using an Elf moisturizing cream with hyaluronic acid at night with my tretinoin. I couldn’t figure out why my skin was so irritated, dry and flaky, then I read that hyaluronic acid pulls moisture out of the skin. 😳 I stopped using the Elf cream and my face is much happier!
Good morning Angie! 😊Happy Friday! These are all great reminders! I’m so happy I hopped on the skin care train with you at 50. How lucky is that timing!? If I hadn’t found you on UA-cam, I’d probably still be doing nothing -as I was before 50. Can’t ever thank you enough and always send people your way for great skincare education!❤❤
A great roundup! Agree with the comment about lifestyle too. My skin will never look as good as yours (and I'm eight years younger than you) but you're definitely an inspiration to start a consistent routine. It's amazing that your skin looks better now than it did ten years ago!
Angie, I’m in my late 30’s and started following your skincare routine about a year ago and my skin has never looked better. I tell everyone about Agency and to watch your videos for skincare advice. I can only hope to look as good as you in 20 years. ❤
Angie - I'm never disappointed when I turn to your videos. It doesn't matter if it's skin care, makeup, clothing, household goods, or anything. I love your channel more than any other, and I feel a little funny doing so many of the things you suggest. Thank goodness you're honest, genuine, and everything you've recommended, I've absolutely loved. I do love the R and R and Elta MD. I use the Agency, and I buy most of the clothes you recommend! Thank you just for being you! (Oh yes, I have 2 sets of your brushes and have purchased them as gifts. One for another influencer who now gets all the BK Beauty products, so I'm a little jelly! I wish I'd have had the opportunity to meet you when your daughter when she was at University of Maryland! Have a wonderful day! ❤️ ~lori
Thanks so much Lori! It makes me so happy to hear you've been happy with my reccos!! And thanks for always being here and commenting along the way! Happy Friday! 💜
I’m watching this as I’m doing my skincare and am so thankful for all your advice over the years. I really look forward to your videos. Love your pups, btw 😊
Thanks for reinforcing such great skincare tips! You inspired me to up my game a few years ago. Wish I saw your channel when you started since I'm just a year older.. I agree with the comment that your healthy lifestyle is part of the equation, and have to add the dual fraxle laser treatment, Botox and fillers (even if they dissolved) definitely factor into the equation. Whatever your recipe is, you look amazing!
You don’t have to spend $$ on Agency retin A. I think you can get your retin A cheaper from an Rx, use one of the coupon apps. Ask your Dr. for a prescription while you’re in there for another reason. Or Google other ways to get retin A. There are “other” ways to get it in the mail. Also, if you’re going on vacation to another country, you can sometimes get it there. Costco in Tijuana $30, works great, for example. One tube from there lasts about 6 months. Curology or Agency charge you every other month. I have used all 3 of these ways I mentioned to get retin A. They all worked well.
Thanks for the video, I personally use SPF in addition to the SPF in my foundation, you can depend on your foundation to have enough SPF, that goes with everything else in life.
👏🏼 yes, yes, yes! And you helped me on this journey and it changed my skincare routine forever. I would also say, using too much hyaluronic acid without proper moisturizing can do the opposite = dry out the skin; and, buying useless products like terrible vitamin C serums- which I love how you test them. Just saved a friend from spending $32 on L’Oréal thanks to you! 👏🏼
Hi Angie, I’m almost 67 and have been following you for years. I get a lot of compliments on my skin and I have you to thank. I did order the new Nira Pro but because I’m within the 90 day window I’m going to return the original Nira. I think I’m seeing some results but my budget doesn’t allow having both. Thanks again for all your good advice.
Great video! I'm so glad I went to Curology then Agency. I started using Differin in 2019 before going to Curology in 2020, then Agency in 2022. I have seen such a big difference in my skin, texture, wrinkles, and dark spots.
Thanks for the info! I’m turning 39 this year and I’ve never used a prescription retinoid and I’m very interested in trying it. I take really good care of my skin and I’m always told by people that I look younger than I am. A patient once told me he thought I was 22 years old! I don’t mind aging but I am proud of having healthy skin. I’m also very interested in vitamin C, but I think I should start one new thing at a time.
What have you been using ? I’m turning 39 also but there’s so much controversy around retinol . For example the Koreans and dr Barbara sturm think it’s too much of a quick fix , too aggressive to the skin . Yet derms love it
@@emilyc5625 I use sunscreen religiously every day. The one I’m using right now is the La Rosche Posay toleraine spf 30. I use a niacinamide and hyaluronic acid serum during the day with the La Rosche Posay eye cream under my sunscreen. At night I use an essence followed by the Paula’s choice 2 percent salicylic acid topped with the oil of Olay ultra riche cream; the fragrance free one. About a year ago I started holding off on the salicylic acid 2 nights a week and incorporated the inkey list 1% retinol. However, I watch dr dray and I think the retinol in it is a Retinol ester and is basically useless. Once I use up the current bottle I have I’m thinking about using a prescription retinoid. For reference I have oily skin and sensitive to fragrance; that’s why all of my products are so boring. I have heard about the theory of retinol causing fat loss in the skin. I think Dr Dray did a video or two on it. She’s very informative if you’ve never watched her. She goes very in depth about the research behind different types of ingredients and how they benefit the skin.
@@nadiacoffey2609 Thx for sharing . I really envy you folks with oily skin . In my am routine I use vitamin c , HA ( 2 types ) , 2 moisturizers , tons of oil and then spf on top and I swear I’m still dry as can be by 12pm . Lactic acid def helps I use that once a week because I’m afraid to over exfoliate. Everyone has a diff opinion about how often to exfoliate too much can age you too . Do you use peptides ? I struggle with peptides , they either make my skin look amazing or dry and gray but people swear it prevent or gets rid of wrinkles . Have you trie Allie’s of skin ? I was thinking of trying their peptides serum and bakuchiol oil . I’m using skinmedica 1% retinol 1x every two weeks but I’m not in love
@@nadiacoffey2609 the upkeep is so expensive too ! Then you can’t forget your body lol . And then you us then products on your neck and it’s gone in like a week lol . I’m spending so much money on body oils and lotions . Men have it easy I swear
@@emilyc5625 the oil of Olay moisturizer I use has peptides in it. I’ve never used Allies of skin but I’ve definitely looked into their products. I shop mostly drugstore. I know what you mean about the cost of everything. Even the drugstore is getting up there. Meanwhile, I can’t even my husband to wear sunscreen, lol.
I wish you did chapters, so that you had the mistakes (or whatever items) listed in the description with the time stamps of when you start talking about them in the video.
Ever since I started watching your blog, I've learned so much about having a skincare routine especially that am older. Learned to Amp it up to meet my needs. Thanks again for all you do!!
I was into skincare in the 1970s and huge mistakes I made were using Clinique's alcohol laden toner and using super drying face soaps. My true anti-aging skincare started with Paula's Choice products, but by then I was in my fifties. They always had lots of education tools on their website and I became better at skincare. I use Agency, thanks to you. It makes a big difference. Tertinoin works. I've also used sunscreens you've recommended and they really are great. Thank you.
Happy Friday Angie!! Always love to hear your advice! One of the best things with come with age is wisdom!! As the old adage goes “if we only knew then what we know now!” Wish we had all of these amazing devices and skincare back in the day…we did have the sunscreen but our tan was more important 😢now we are working twice as hard to undo the damage of our youth but thanks to you at least we will get there one step at a time😘
You are so right! Having a beautiful tan was so important and sunscreen would prevent that. Or so we thought! The brown sun damage spots on my cheeks are what I spend tons of money on to try to get rid of. I haven't found a topical treatment yet that does that even though they advertise it will.
Ooh, I didn’t realize you used peptides Angie. I just did a 10-day treatment of peptides for my retina where I’m supposedly going blind in both eyes from head trauma from abuse. Other than feeling a bit drained (I was even worse before I started) and nauseous at some points I can’t believe the miracles I’m having. ❤ It’s more comforting knowing you’re using them too.
Good Morning Angie. 🧡 I think a lot of people think their sunscreen is enough and so many do not wear a wide brimmed hat outside. So if I may add…😉 wear a wide brimmed hat outside. I also suggest only zinc oxide or zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
Hint for the pale skinned types: I have very fair (Warm Spring skin tone) and have found the Undefined R&R Tinted Sunscreen (for "all skin tones") to be quite dark leaning orange. I discovered that I can "water down" the Undefined with regular mineral based (zinc white) sunscreen and not look like an orangutan.
Babo makes a spf 50 mineral face stick. Babo Botanicals Tinted Moisturizing Face Mineral Stick Sunscreen SPF 50. I’m surprised I like it so much. I think it’s good for outdoor days, for dry skin. Looks so natural. I never tried a stick sunscreen for face before.
Great video! From my own experience, my skin is irritated, flaky, and red from tretinoin use. It hated retinol even more. I tried all the tricks people recommend. After four years of trial-and-error with retinoids, I highly recommend using the red light therapy to help reduce skin inflammation, irritation and sensitivity. Nothing soothes my skin more than centella (cica). I use it every day. These two things in addition to ceramide moisturizer are what makes it possible for me to use Trentinoin for a year now. It's so worth it. Anti aging is real, and Angie is proof.
Thank you for this comment! I have been using Curology tretinoin for years and have not been able to up my dose due to redness, dryness and flaking skin. It’s pretty terrible but I’ve stuck with it. What brand of cica cream/moisturizer do you use? I have ordered a red light mask and I’m patiently waiting for it to get here! Maybe that combo will do the trick!
@@tterry4145 you're welcome. I'm sorry to hear the side effects of tret have been bothering you for years. I've used a few different cica products overtime and they are all helpful. Right now my favorite one is the Cos de Baha centella toner. It's so watery and inexpensive. I can use a lot of it and still layer other serums and moisturizer over it.
Patients and consistency is key to starting Tretnoin. I started agency last summer and it has taken months for my skin to adjust. The peeling and redness lasted for a long time, but I was determined to stick with it. So glad I did. They were very helpful. I am now ready to bump up my percentage of the Tretnoin. YAY
Is it possible to get good quality Retinoids OTC? In Canada we need a referral from an MD to go to a dermatologist, who are the only ones that can prescribe. Can’t buy online either. I have neither 😮
@@carolynf7922 I’m in ananda too. some dermis will see you without a referral. Call around. Also your md can write the prescription. Mine does. If neither are an option then try the otdinarys retinoids.
I’m in the same boat as you! I started using tretinoin this past summer and I was doing well, not much irritation…then, BAM! Wintertime came and my skin hated the tretinoin! :-( How did you get through it to get up to the next level? I’m using it once per month and got a humidifier and keep it on constantly when I’m home. Did you push through the dry flakey spells or just cut back? Any info on how you got through it I would appreciate! Thank you! And Angie, you are the best!
I meant to say I’m using it once per week right now, and have been doing it for 2 months. Still slight irritation for a day or so after, but then fades.
@@tonyahicks2302 if you are using Agency, send your provider a message and they will help you. My provider told me to sandwich the Tretnoin. I apply moisturizer, then the future formula which contains the Tretnoin then another layer of moisturizer. She also told me to cut back to twice a week then work my way back up. I’m back to every night now. Interesting thing…I was in Italy in early October for two weeks. I was using it straight up there w no issues at all. The humidity there was so much kinder on my skin than my dry weather at home.
Angie, this was very informative and timely for me. I have recently started a skin care regimen that was developed by a plastic surgeon. I was so overwhelmed by all the different products. Thank you for all the time and research that you do in preparation of your videos. 😊
I follow double- clensing routine with ceramides included, vitamin C serum and face masks, Retinoidin- peptide serum, I have another Peptide- serum aswell, ceramide moisturiser, Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++, and snail, bee and fermentation products from Benton/ Korean skin care routine, I take a Collagen product orally from Oslo skin lab😅 and use face masks very often in the evenings for moisturizing. My mistake may be over- using products. But I think my skin looks great, healthy and glowing. I am 53😊
I started on the agency protocol about 2 weeks ago, love the service, they have answered any questions I have had within 24 hours. The packaging is wonderful and I do not have to guess what to do it is all laid out for me. Thank you for telling us more about it I highly recommend using them. The pricing is comparable to any thing out there.
I use 4 finger lengths twice 15 minutes apart. And if my skincare and makeup have spf even better. Then I use setting spray with spf. Only 50 or higher. I'm paranoid but I have terrible dark spots that are from the son and I have been able to reduce their size and intensity by about 50 percent with spf, tret, hydroquinone rotated with alpha arbutin, and red light therapy/green light. I have you to thank! Also use nira and nuface and love all three everyday! Wish I could show you before and afters! I literally printed off your morning and nighttime routine and taped it to my bathroom cabinet, followed it to a t for about 2.5 years now and so happy with the result 😀
Angie, First of all, thank you for all of the experience you share with us, it’s been great to be able to follow you and see how much I been learning with you. I’m about your age and started taking care of my skin on March 2020. My question to you is: How do you reapply the sunscreen thru the day, wearing makeup and you do the most amazing try out on foundation with all of the other make up items and still at the end of the day, your make up looks great!!! I wish I can learn from you how to do that!! I wear make up ( or want to) only occasionally, but, I do not know how to reapply the sunscreen without messing up the make up. Please, do a video doing that/reapplying sunscreen with make up on so we can all learn the golden key on makeup/reapply sunscreen. Thank you so much! 😊
As a person who can't stand the greasy feeling of most sunscreens I love the Trader Joe's Daily Facial SPF 40 Sunscreen that everyone says is a dupe for one of the Supergoop sunscreens. It's not a big tube, but it's only $9 or $10. My favorite!
Following you I’ve learned so much & it’s always great to have a reminder because we all slip from time to time. Love the “three finer” sunscreen idea, did it today.
Personal allergic reaction discovery: the ingredient butyloctyl salicylate causes my skin to break out in an itchy rash. I broker out like this last summer after trying the MyCHELLE sun liquid, and then again just yesterday after trying the bank botanicals daily sheet fluid mineral sunscreen. Dr G and Elta MD do not have this ingredient and I have never had a problem with those. Thought I’d share in case any other of your viewers have this reaction. I’m getting the sense that it’s a tiny percentage of people whose skin reacts in this way, mostly not a problem.
Such great points Angie. We (me) are slathering on unnecessary stuff way too much. Not to mention devises. I was thinking to keep it more simple. Maybe doing more damage than good.
Hormone Replacement Therapy keeping skin looking young should be shouted from the rooftops as well. My face aged so much when my HRT had to be stopped.
I just started tretinoin and it's a miracle. I've only applied it 3 times and the pores on my cheeks/nose are already looking way better. Highly recommend.
FUN FACT: Elta MD UVClear SPF 46 has a pump that delivers exactly 1/4 teaspoon of product (I measured it, and yup!) - the correct amount for a face application!
Very informative Angie! I’ve begun a similar routine about a year ago and am seeing results! Thanks to you! I really appreciate your videos and look forward to them each week! You are a great example of how a good skincare routine pays off….you skin looks younger and brighter than it did when you started years ago. Have an awesome day!😊
Awesome information! So helpful Angie. I’ve been following all your advice for a year and a half now and am loving the results. I’ve been using the Omnilux now for 5 weeks and I love it. Also bought the Nuface but haven’t started it yet. Thank you for all the research and info you share! I’m 57 and liking my skin again❤
Thanks for the intro to Agency. I’ve been using it for 2 months (after seeing one of your videos) and am so happy I did! They are very easy to work with.
Great video. I’m 64, just started with retinol over the counter. I tried Olay did not the feel of it, did not like ROC, and now I’m trying neutrogena rapid repair. The jury is still out. I have always looked younger than my age, but can’t help noticing changes. Hope it makes a difference. Thanks Angie!
Thank you, Angie, for generously sharing your wealth of knowledge. I so appreciate all the research you do and trust your information. You started me on sunscreen years ago, and I've gradually included other much-needed skincare. I'm so grateful! XXOO ❤️
I'm 29, almost 30, and I have been using all of those ingredients except tretinoin (I use retynaldahyde) , and I have so many fine lines and deeper forehead wrinkles. I think maybe I have been using too many products for like 2 years straight because no matter WHAT I do, I can't seem to get my face moisturized enough for my makeup! So when you were mentioning that the same ingredients might be in multiple products and be too much, I really started thinking.... I'm going to go over the active ingredients right now! Thanks Angie 😊 👍👍
Hi Angie! I started on your skin routine 2 months ago and I can’t believe how great my skin looks. I’m 45 years old and for most of my life I had great skin. But lately (before I started on your skin routine) I noticed dark spots, wrinkles snd dullness. I’m asking for my 22 year old daughter, how soon should she start on Retinoid?
I love Tretinoin! Been using it for about 15 years now. I always get compliments at how beautiful my skin is. My doctor is in her 40's and she's been using it for years. Bonus, there is now a generic product which makes it a lot more affordable! No one knows how old I am and I'm not telling!
I think my next big skincare step is starting Agency. Tretinoin has so irritated my face & I shy away from it. But you've convinced me that the agency docs start you on a lower dose. My skin is very unhappy right now. 😑 Thank Angie. Always follow Angie's rules! 😊😎
You look beautiful!!! I follow you from the beginning!!! And I’m just 42 I wish my skin could look half as yours on yours 60!!! Congrats !!!! I’m so happy I just got your bush set !!! Following all your advices!!
I tried the R&R sunscreen and liked the look of it better than the Elta MD, but I think the niacinamide in it is causing some stinging, especially on my eyelids. Really bummed because it worked great under my makeup. Going to have to try Babo now. Thanks, Angie!
Thank you Angie for reminding about 1/4-1/2 tsp of sunscreen. I see many UA-camrs rating sunscreens by how easy it sinks in, no white cast and sits under makeup. Most of them use negligible amount like you would a moisturizer.
YIKES! That last one...I am double dipping. And never once considered doing so a mistake. But you are right. Niacinamide is in three of my daily products. 😱Thanks for the gentle reminder. And the three finger sunscreen salute! ha!
Hi Angie. Hope you’ve had a great week. I have a question. In the past, you’ve mentioned using green tea serum when using led masks really intensifies the treatment. I have heard that The Ordinary argireline serum is supposed to be like Botox, so I wondered if that would also be ok to use with an led mask on its own as a treatment. I have done this once and thought maybe I should put this out to the skincare universe. As I say time and time again Angie, your skincare routine is second to none. I’ve been using this routine, for about 7 years and I can honestly say, my skin looks so much better now than it has in the past. It actually looks younger. My children and their friends all do this routine, and they love it. Thank you for an informative and helpful vid. Sending you sunshine from Oz xxx💖🌺🥰
Hi Tracey, I did a video on green tea and LED but I wasn't convinced it could actually intensify the treatment... the idea is based on 1 very poorly done "study" so I don't recommend any special serum be used with your LED mask. I just put on my regular skincare after. You can try adding Argireline to your routine and see how you like it... So great to hear you've seen results with my routine and have got your kids on it too! Have a great weekend! xo ~a.
@@AngieHotandFlashy thanks Angie for your advice. My memory is not as good as it use to be. Sorry about the mix up and thanks for pointing that out. Hope u have a wonderful weekend xxx
Angie; I love your channel. I learn so much and love you are geared for the over 50 especially when you suggest foundation. I have been using Retin A and sunscream since my late 30. I am 74 and I am told by many and often from doctors that I look 10 plus years younger and ask how I care for my skin. Not bragging but it does happen.
Like you I didn't have young adult acne. I knew people who did and who probably have been using tretinoin for all this time. A very long time ago, a dermatologist gave me some free tiny samples of tretinoin, and said, "If you use it, use it at night, and apply SPF during the day." SPF what. Seriously, what SPF was there back then? SPF 4 from Coppertone? Gross. I couldn't find any SPF that I liked, and the tubes were miniscule, so I threw them away. I started wearing UPF clothing that I purchased one shirt at a time, since they were so expensive, and wearing a sun hat... not all the time, but like when I was digging in the garden. The last places on my body to get a sunburn were my calves and the tops of my feet. Now, I have a huge wardrobe of UPF clothing for all seasons, and even though I have "fashion" clothing, I will almost always throw that over for a SmartWool long sleeve crewneck, and in the summer, the stretchy tops from Sun Precautions. I am extremely fair. Fitzpatrick 1. After vacations, co-workers would crow: "You didn't get a tan!" Even if I'd tried to, it would have been a third degree burn. And I have had enough of those to now fear dermatology appointments. Nine times out of ten: BIOPSY. The UA-cam algorithm didn't figure me out until your channel was in its third or fourth year, girl. Thank heavens I found you.
Hi Angie! Thanks for all you do for us mature ladies. You are 100% correct about consistency!! I have used the Nuface and omnilux as well as followed your skin care routine to a tee for over a year. I am amazed at the difference in my skin and get compliments all the time now on how great my skin looks. I am also 60. I am so grateful for all the time and testing you have done which has not only helped you but all of us out here who don't have the time or quite frankly, money to try everything out there in hopes that it will work. I just purchased the Nira Laser and can't wait to get it! Keep up the GREAT work! Can't wait to learn how the Morpheus 8 did for you. I've been contemplating that one quite awhile. Quick question, Have you done a foundation review on the IL Makiage foundation that I see everywhere on Instagram? Just curious, if it is anything like the ads. Thanks again!!!!
I wanted to thank you so so much for recommending the A LA Mason liquid oil based soap on one of your recent Amazon recommendations episodes. It is a game changer for my crazy dry hands! Thank you so so much
I think that sunscreen manufacturers should use more precise instructions on their sunscreens. 1/4 tsp for face & neck is so much easier to understand or a shot glass for the body than "apply liberally." The NIH has a short article titled "Simple dosage guide for suncreams will help users." For anyone that wants to know how much to apply, not just to the face and such but to other areas of the body. Completely agree on consistency being key. I can tell when my consistency is slipping and it doesn't take long.
So it's a 1/4 of a tsp for the face AND neck? SO I'd be okay with just 1/2 of that for solely my face? I use a cheaper, but still good spf 50 for my neck & body. Thanks.
Also I would say a major error is using actives and/or retinol/tretinoin without any or adequate sunscreen. The actives/retinol make the skin even more vulnerable to the sun so it’s better to not use them if not willing or able to use sunscreen.
Thanks! This explains what is happening with my vitamin C. I just added it, but it's been very windy and cold and my skin is now more prone to wind burn with the vitamin C. Might want to switch to once a week.
Angie's diet of lots of fresh vegies and fish in combination with her consistent exercise program are another huge reason her skin is so glowing. Take care of yourselves from the inside out too.
My skin has never been better since I started watching your channel when I turned 50 two years ago. Biggest difference for me has been sunscreen everyday, tretinoin, and omniluxe mask for rosacea. No coincidence but all of these are because of you. You literally changed my life for the better. Can’t say thank you enough. ❤
That's so great to hear Sue!!
The Omnilux mask has been a wonder . I’m saving up for the neck one.
The Omnilux helps your rosacea? I thought it would trigger it, that’s why I’ve been hesitant to buy one.
Cool
mine too!!!
Timestamps for the mistakes:
0:52 Not using enough sunscreen. You need a 1/4 teaspoon for the face and for the neck everyday. Reapply every 2 hours if you're outdoors.
If you're inside all day, reapply a bit at least once in the afternoon (if you can) after your initial 1/4 tsp application.
5:32 Not starting on a retinoid early enough.
12:00 Not being consistent with your skincare routine.
14:22 Using too many new skincare products all at once. Your skin may have an allergic reaction or become irritated.
16:07 Not knowing what ingredients are in your skincare.
Example: You may have 5 products that all have niacidamide. Having too much of a repeat ingredient may irritate the skin and not be as effective.
Thanks for saving me so much time, I appreciate it! Have a great day!
Angie has all of the topics listed below, in chronological order❤
Angie did a timestamp.
I added these when the video just came out earlier this morning; the time stamps hadn't been added yet.
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Angie, looking at your gorgeous, glowing skin, one would never believe you only started taking care of it at 50! That just shows you, it is never to late to start taking care of ourselves
So true Claudia!
Angie, I’m Donna and I asked a question only to receive a scan reply. It’s the floating around- thought you’d want to know!
My family has good skin til menopause hits around the age of 60 so the dr says not to mess w/it 🤔. That’s when we start taking care of our skin too.
True also keep on mind some of the in office derm procedures she had reversed some ageing
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7:17 I am 74 years old and while I have always taken care of, my skin ,I
l didn’t start using tretinoin until I was 70! I cannot believe the improvement that I have seen over this short time. I have also been using the Omni luxe facemask. Thanks to you, Angie. and of course, lots of sunscreen. I so appreciate the education you have given me Angie!
I'm 73 and have done my skincare routine faithfully both at night and in the morning. The only thing that keeps me looking 73 without makeup are the sun damage brown spots on my face.i was a sun worshipper in my teens, 20s, 30s, and 40s. Nothing I've tried that is advertised to get rid of them has worked. Sigh!
I'm 72 yrs old and have never used Tretinoin. I kind of figured the cows already out of the barn at this stage. Do you think there's value in using it if you start so late?
@@jann3443I’m 69 and the same as you, I’ve tried all the lotions/potions for my hyperpigmentation and nothing has worked. I can’t afford any laser treatments from a dermatologist either.😢
Hi Marion, Thanks so much for sharing your skin-care story :) Has the tretinoin reduced any sagging or does it only reduce wrinkles and hyperpigmentation? I'm desperate to decrease my sagging! All best wishes ^_^
@@susanwright7113 Marion says it's helped her skin in just a short while.
I do moisturizer with sunscreen and foundation with sunscreen. I was an early adopter of sunscreen due to living in Arizona for 30 years. Started this regimen at 12. No skin cancer. No age spots. Minor wrinkles compared to other 50 year olds. I am super fair, too.
That's awesome! Wish I had started using sunscreen at 12 instead of 50!!! 😳😔
That’s great.
Smart gal!!
I started using it daily on all exposed areas when I was in my mid 20s. I noticed I had a faint tan from the twice daily 5 minute walk from my workplace to my car. I started with SPF 15 products because that was the standard then, and transitioned to SPF 30 products years later. Now, although I do have sun damage, my dermatologist says I have great skin for a 61 year old.
I might add that I also wear sunglasses with a UV coating, which shield the skin around the eyes from the sun and prevent wrinkles from squinting. Also, if I'm outdoors, I try to stay in the shade as much as possible.
Awesome! I’m 59, and all it took for me to get permanently on the sunscreen train was a really bad sunburn when I was 13. I never skipped it again!
Consistency is my downfall - especially at night. Another member recommended doing the night routine earlier in the evening and that has really helped. Love everyone’s input. Angie all your hard work is so appreciated!
I do the same. I moved my nighttime routine to earlier and it’s really helped with consistency 😃
I went ahead and took a 1/4 tsp to my bathroom to measure my sunscreen. I’m pleased that I’ve actually been doing a pretty good job with the amount! You got me hooked on the Undefined R&R sun serum, and it’s such a great product, which makes it easy to apply liberally. Great application, great finish, the tint is perfect for me. So glad you told me about it (because yes, I feel like you’re my actual friend who tells me these things personally 😂).
You’re one of the VERY few UA-camrs I completely trust.
I was a competitive swimmer and a life guard before we were using sunscreens. I tanned beautifully and had one year round. The sunscreen/wrinkle/skin cancer information became clear when I was about 20. Yikes. So after that, my mantra was if the sun hit my skin I would immediately turn into a prune! So I started using products that had sunscreens and used spay-on tanners for the outdoors. So I had nice skin until I moved to Florida just before Covid. I was still good, but the sun is inescapable here. I am so thankful, that I started listening to you and Dr Dray last year (Did not know about retinol - can you believe it?!). I really have upped my game. My skin does not look as youthful as I would like, but the last time I went to my internist, he made a positive comment on my skin as I am now 72. Just keep at... Thanks so much for the information you provide. kk
Thanks Angie and great advice! I'd add #6 as overlooking the importance of the basics like getting good sleep, not drinking in excess, not smoking...All the best skincare in the world cannot make up for maintaining good basic lifestyle habits.
And drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated.
So true!
I do not smoking in excess and not drinking. Not sure why alcohol is considered a lesser evil than tobacco. It's worse on so many levels.
@@dammar117 They are toxic substances equally. They affect all our vital organs.
@@pansywalker9017Alcohol destroys your liver, 100% guaranteed. Whereas lung cancer doesn't happen to all smokers. Also, alcohol destroys relationships and lives.
Hey Angie, have followed you for 6 years now and my own skin has improved by having used many of the products you have tested and recommended as well as the devices. One of the products I know you have completed extensive testing on is Vitamin C. Recently I saw an article that stated that Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is MORE stable and potent than the L-ascorbic acid [Vibriance is a brand that uses Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and I believe Carrot & Stick uses it as well. Please consider testing both the Vibriance brand as well as the Carrot & Stick brand to see if you feel the ethyl ascorbic acid provides even better results than products with the L-ascorbic acid. Thank you very much for your continued videos helping those of us in the 50's to have a tremendous resource for skincare and make-up content! Your are THE BEST!
Yea, I was one of those with acne issues who was prescribed Retin A in my 20's...and bonus, insurance covers for that reason. I didn't stay on it long term but at some point went on Differin for a while (which I think may also have some anti aging benefits?)...and then restarted for anti-aging about 10 yrs ago. All in all , with that, and other skin care, I have skin that looks younger than my actual age
I've made my share of mistakes over the years! The more you learn, the better you get at it. That's why I love your videos because of all the research you do to help us buy better and be more informed. Thanks Angie!
I have learned so much from you over the years. Unfortunately I didn’t take the best skin care steps until I was probably 40, but now I’m very happy with my routine. For me personally tretinoin from my doctor works way better than the subscription services. I started with a prescription from my doctor, but then switched to subscription services for about 5+ years. I recently switched back to a prescription from my doctor (and added in the ingredients that were also in my old subscription) and the difference in my skin is insane. It’s also more cost efficient for me because I had to purchase the subscription on their time while my tretinoin I purchase as needed and the ingredients I added in are inexpensive. I don’t know why it works better for me, but it really does.
I agree, the plain generic tretinoin works better for me as well. I had to switch to that b/c the niacinamide in the subscription service, as well as in all the other products I was using, was too irritating to me. What other things do you add in to your routine? I am finding I have had to build my routine up too.
I could see the same and asked the sister sub service for only tretinoin cuz i didnt want others and they told me its only 3 active formula! Now gota get an rx!!
Same for me!
Thanks for this post. I’m going to ask my dermatologist for a prescription. I have very sensitive skin.
I had never heard of the 3-finger measurement for sunscreen! That’s going to make things a lot easier for me. Thanks so much, Angie, and happy Friday!! 🎉❤
Great video Angie! I'm still shocked by how many people still think that SPF in foundation is enough...thank you for this PSA as well as your other great tips. Happy Friday Gorgeous! ♥
Just sent this to my younger friend (44). Thanks to you I started using Agency last summer. Now I just need to be more consistent. Wish I started decades ago but better late than never. I truly appreciate your content and share it with my sister who is 68. I will be 58 in two months. Thanks again for the great videos
Best things for my skin have been finding the correct products for me by listening to Angie and Dr Dray and then sticking to those things that work, not adding or trying other things all the time. It's surprisingly inexpensive to go simple but with ingredients that work for you and sticking to them.
It drives me crazy when people think the spf in foundation gives them full spf protection so they don't use a sunblock. With the amount of foundation used, the spf in it is negligible and no protection at all.
Don't be soooo obsessed with spf. Relax and enjoy life and sun.
@@martinatverdakova2500 not wearing sunscreen outdoors is a health concern, getting skin cancer will definitely interfere with people's ability to relax and enjoy life
@@martinatverdakova2500 Anyone who comprehends the science and skin cancer concerns would be. That's just having basic intelligence and education. Not to mention, seeing the appearance of someone who wears daily spf at 40 compared to those who don't. Anyone who doesn't wear spf, you can tell. They might not realize they look leathery and old, but they always do.
I just wear foundation and not always with spf 50 and I look 10 younger that my real age is. Actually I had always breakouts from any spf. My skin only accept foundation, no spf creams, no moisturizer creams. I try not to be exposed to the sun so much but I live in Spain so 300 days of sunny days a year. Despite Spanish people never use a spf daily, only on the beach they look really good and youngh. I m not Spanish and when my son was a baby I always put a spf on his face but the people ( spanish) was thinking that was totally unnecessary and crazy. I mean I try look after my skin but so much spf it's not so necessary and maybe not so good that we think. My grandmothers didn't use any spf and they had skin without spots and any wrinkles till 80...
@@martinatverdakova2500 looking good doesn't make you immune to skin cancer LOL Spaniards being negligent with sunscreen doesn't mean the rest of us should follow suit
Hello BFF Angie!! You are my HG Content Creator!! You helped me get my face out of a major dry dehydrated state where I wasn't able to use sunscreen (it really came down to the humidifiers, imo - I already had a great skin care regimen but once I put sunscreen on, my face would crack and peel within hours). I purchased the humidifiers and I can happily say I can now wear sunscreen without my face drying and cracking off. The true test was today, when I decided to try a mineral sunscreen - and once again, no drying, no cracking! Angie & several brilliant followers have really saved me from a lot of frustration in this regard!! I really truly appreciate it. In other exciting news, I finally ordered a red LED mask today 🔥 and I can't wait to start it! Thanks again for all you and the fellow AHF do!! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!!
Angie thanks to watching you for the past 8 years my skin looks pretty good at 66, following you recommending tretinoin and religious use of spf.thank you so much for being so honest and unbiased about everything 🙏xxx
My pleasure Julie! 💜
consistency is the best attribute your channel has brought to my life! your thorough research and evidencing how amazing you look gives me the motivation I need to be consistent. and after 1 year of Agency, I just got up to 0.14% prescription without the side effects and tons of compliments
After 5 years of Angie, my skin looks soooo much better, but my wallet is soooo much lighter! Worth it!
That's great!
@@AngieHotandFlashy @MsQ wow I came to see if Angie misspoke 0.14% ( assss iiiiif !😂) but I can see Ms Q is also at 0.14%. Wow my Agency Tretinoin is only 0.009% and I’m still at only twice a week🫠🫠, but trying to build up!
How did you build up so fast? 😮💨
I have used spf or whatever it used to be called for most of my 74 years. My very olive-skinned dad was adamant. Drove me nuts. He was right.
I’m pretty lax about everything else.
Almost look for toothpaste w spf!
With respect to retinol, I've used retinol products on my face and neck for a couple of years, and I have rosacea. I saw my dermatologist this week and asked her if I should use retinol, and she said no. My skin is also very dry and sensitive, so that may have been a factor in her answer.
Just mentioning this. If you have rosacea, you may want to consult a dermatologist before using a retinol product or a retinoid.
She also advised that I not use at home treatment devices such as red light, IPL, rollers, and gua sha implements.
I have always prayed with any thing that I put on my skin or take by mouth! with Angies help I have seen a differents in my skin care after 3 months! THANK YOU
Love your channel! I know I can trust everything you recommend. I’ve been watching for a few years and I swear my 43yo skin is better than it was in my 20’s! Thanks, Angie!
Awesome to hear!!
I’d love to give people a pro tip about sunscreen! In australia, we legally test SPF based on when it’s rubbed in to the skin. It’s the best testing in the world, and an SPF of 30+ is more effective than 50+ anywhere else
Been using Retin A for years. Can only use two days per week. Cannot up strength or use more often, but it has made a difference in my skin.
Was putting on my sunscreen as I was watching this video. Immediately added more to my face! Thanks, Angie!
I’ve been using Agency Future Formula for about five months. Again, thanks, Angie! It is really making a difference - even more pores look smaller! Great recommendation, so glad I listened to you!
Wonderful!
So true about the sunscreen. I'd rather over do it, then apply too little.
I've used the Elta MD tinted sunscreen, but just found out that they're not cruelty free. 😢
I'm so thankful for the dermatologist who had me on Retin-A for adult onset acne in my early 20s. He advised me to never stop using it. What a Godsend he was.
Thank you for the Maelove Moonlight Retinal serum. I use it on my neck, because it's so sensitive.
Great advice as always, Angie. Thanks so much. Have a great weekend. ❤❤😊
Oh how I hate sunscreen!! I know I should use it but I don't. Just whatever is in my moisturizer. (unless I'm at the beach/pool/lake, then I might use a bit.) But all other tips I use and I love you Angie, and all of your super helpful information! Keep it up!!
I used to be the same way! I had the greasy, sticky feeling on my face! My aesthetician gave me some samples of the Elta MD and I ended up loving the one Angie mentioned in this video. Sometimes on weekends, I’ll just use the tinted sunscreen and no foundation. It feels very silky (not sticky) on my face. 🙂
Great info. Hyaluronic acid can actually irritate and dry out your skin, if not used the right way. It needs moisture first, or it sucks it out of the skin.
I'm noticing this! May pitch what I have.
I was using an Elf moisturizing cream with hyaluronic acid at night with my tretinoin. I couldn’t figure out why my skin was so irritated, dry and flaky, then I read that hyaluronic acid pulls moisture out of the skin. 😳 I stopped using the Elf cream and my face is much happier!
Good morning Angie! 😊Happy Friday! These are all great reminders! I’m so happy I hopped on the skin care train with you at 50. How lucky is that timing!? If I hadn’t found you on UA-cam, I’d probably still be doing nothing -as I was before 50. Can’t ever thank you enough and always send people your way for great skincare education!❤❤
🏴 SUNDERLAND AFC ⚽⚽
Thank you for coming into our lives and teaching us so much Angie
A great roundup! Agree with the comment about lifestyle too. My skin will never look as good as yours (and I'm eight years younger than you) but you're definitely an inspiration to start a consistent routine. It's amazing that your skin looks better now than it did ten years ago!
Angie, I’m in my late 30’s and started following your skincare routine about a year ago and my skin has never looked better. I tell everyone about Agency and to watch your videos for skincare advice. I can only hope to look as good as you in 20 years. ❤
Angie - I'm never disappointed when I turn to your videos. It doesn't matter if it's skin care, makeup, clothing, household goods, or anything. I love your channel more than any other, and I feel a little funny doing so many of the things you suggest. Thank goodness you're honest, genuine, and everything you've recommended, I've absolutely loved. I do love the R and R and Elta MD. I use the Agency, and I buy most of the clothes you recommend! Thank you just for being you! (Oh yes, I have 2 sets of your brushes and have purchased them as gifts. One for another influencer who now gets all the BK Beauty products, so I'm a little jelly! I wish I'd have had the opportunity to meet you when your daughter when she was at University of Maryland! Have a wonderful day! ❤️ ~lori
Thanks so much Lori! It makes me so happy to hear you've been happy with my reccos!! And thanks for always being here and commenting along the way! Happy Friday! 💜
@HotandFlashy Happy Friday and enjoy your weekend 😀
For anyone using DRMTLGY's tinted moisturizer spf 46 (my own favorite), it takes 5 pumps to equal 1/4 teaspoon.
I’m watching this as I’m doing my skincare and am so thankful for all your advice over the years. I really look forward to your videos. Love your pups, btw 😊
I'm so glad!
Thanks for reinforcing such great skincare tips! You inspired me to up my game a few years ago. Wish I saw your channel when you started since I'm just a year older.. I agree with the comment that your healthy lifestyle is part of the equation, and have to add the dual fraxle laser treatment, Botox and fillers (even if they dissolved) definitely factor into the equation. Whatever your recipe is, you look amazing!
You don’t have to spend $$ on Agency retin A. I think you can get your retin A cheaper from an Rx, use one of the coupon apps. Ask your Dr. for a prescription while you’re in there for another reason. Or Google other ways to get retin A. There are “other” ways to get it in the mail. Also, if you’re going on vacation to another country, you can sometimes get it there. Costco in Tijuana $30, works great, for example. One tube from there lasts about 6 months. Curology or Agency charge you every other month. I have used all 3 of these ways I mentioned to get retin A. They all worked well.
#6 living in Colorado (cold, dry and high elevation sun rays). thank God I'm leaving soon! ❤️
Thanks for the video, I personally use SPF in addition to the SPF in my foundation, you can depend on your foundation to have enough SPF, that goes with everything else in life.
👏🏼 yes, yes, yes! And you helped me on this journey and it changed my skincare routine forever. I would also say, using too much hyaluronic acid without proper moisturizing can do the opposite = dry out the skin; and, buying useless products like terrible vitamin C serums- which I love how you test them. Just saved a friend from spending $32 on L’Oréal thanks to you! 👏🏼
Hi Angie, I’m almost 67 and have been following you for years. I get a lot of compliments on my skin and I have you to thank. I did order the new Nira Pro but because I’m within the 90 day window I’m going to return the original Nira. I think I’m seeing some results but my budget doesn’t allow having both. Thanks again for all your good advice.
Great video! I'm so glad I went to Curology then Agency. I started using Differin in 2019 before going to Curology in 2020, then Agency in 2022. I have seen such a big difference in my skin, texture, wrinkles, and dark spots.
Thanks for the info! I’m turning 39 this year and I’ve never used a prescription retinoid and I’m very interested in trying it. I take really good care of my skin and I’m always told by people that I look younger than I am. A patient once told me he thought I was 22 years old! I don’t mind aging but I am proud of having healthy skin. I’m also very interested in vitamin C, but I think I should start one new thing at a time.
What have you been using ? I’m turning 39 also but there’s so much controversy around retinol . For example the Koreans and dr Barbara sturm think it’s too much of a quick fix , too aggressive to the skin . Yet derms love it
@@emilyc5625 I use sunscreen religiously every day. The one I’m using right now is the La Rosche Posay toleraine spf 30. I use a niacinamide and hyaluronic acid serum during the day with the La Rosche Posay eye cream under my sunscreen. At night I use an essence followed by the Paula’s choice 2 percent salicylic acid topped with the oil of Olay ultra riche cream; the fragrance free one. About a year ago I started holding off on the salicylic acid 2 nights a week and incorporated the inkey list 1% retinol. However, I watch dr dray and I think the retinol in it is a Retinol ester and is basically useless. Once I use up the current bottle I have I’m thinking about using a prescription retinoid. For reference I have oily skin and sensitive to fragrance; that’s why all of my products are so boring. I have heard about the theory of retinol causing fat loss in the skin. I think Dr Dray did a video or two on it. She’s very informative if you’ve never watched her. She goes very in depth about the research behind different types of ingredients and how they benefit the skin.
@@nadiacoffey2609 Thx for sharing . I really envy you folks with oily skin . In my am routine I use vitamin c , HA ( 2 types ) , 2 moisturizers , tons of oil and then spf on top and I swear I’m still dry as can be by 12pm . Lactic acid def helps I use that once a week because I’m afraid to over exfoliate. Everyone has a diff opinion about how often to exfoliate too much can age you too . Do you use peptides ? I struggle with peptides , they either make my skin look amazing or dry and gray but people swear it prevent or gets rid of wrinkles . Have you trie Allie’s of skin ? I was thinking of trying their peptides serum and bakuchiol oil . I’m using skinmedica 1% retinol 1x every two weeks but I’m not in love
@@nadiacoffey2609 the upkeep is so expensive too ! Then you can’t forget your body lol . And then you us then products on your neck and it’s gone in like a week lol . I’m spending so much money on body oils and lotions . Men have it easy I swear
@@emilyc5625 the oil of Olay moisturizer I use has peptides in it. I’ve never used Allies of skin but I’ve definitely looked into their products. I shop mostly drugstore. I know what you mean about the cost of everything. Even the drugstore is getting up there. Meanwhile, I can’t even my husband to wear sunscreen, lol.
I wish you did chapters, so that you had the mistakes (or whatever items) listed in the description with the time stamps of when you start talking about them in the video.
Meant to do them, they're in there now! Thanks for the reminder!
Ever since I started watching your blog, I've learned so much about having a skincare routine especially that am older. Learned to Amp it up to meet my needs. Thanks again for all you do!!
I was into skincare in the 1970s and huge mistakes I made were using Clinique's alcohol laden toner and using super drying face soaps. My true anti-aging skincare started with Paula's Choice products, but by then I was in my fifties. They always had lots of education tools on their website and I became better at skincare. I use Agency, thanks to you. It makes a big difference. Tertinoin works. I've also used sunscreens you've recommended and they really are great. Thank you.
Happy Friday Angie!! Always love to hear your advice! One of the best things with come with age is wisdom!! As the old adage goes “if we only knew then what we know now!” Wish we had all of these amazing devices and skincare back in the day…we did have the sunscreen but our tan was more important 😢now we are working twice as hard to undo the damage of our youth but thanks to you at least we will get there one step at a time😘
You are so right! Having a beautiful tan was so important and sunscreen would prevent that. Or so we thought! The brown sun damage spots on my cheeks are what I spend tons of money on to try to get rid of. I haven't found a topical treatment yet that does that even though they advertise it will.
Ooh, I didn’t realize you used peptides Angie. I just did a 10-day treatment of peptides for my retina where I’m supposedly going blind in both eyes from head trauma from abuse. Other than feeling a bit drained (I was even worse before I started) and nauseous at some points I can’t believe the miracles I’m having. ❤ It’s more comforting knowing you’re using them too.
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Thanks Angie, Mistake number five made me realize that reading ingredients is important.. I learned something new.
Good Morning Angie. 🧡
I think a lot of people think their sunscreen is enough and so many do not wear a wide brimmed hat outside. So if I may add…😉 wear a wide brimmed hat outside. I also suggest only zinc oxide or zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
Hint for the pale skinned types: I have very fair (Warm Spring skin tone) and have found the Undefined R&R Tinted Sunscreen (for "all skin tones") to be quite dark leaning orange. I discovered that I can "water down" the Undefined with regular mineral based (zinc white) sunscreen and not look like an orangutan.
Babo makes a spf 50 mineral face stick. Babo Botanicals Tinted Moisturizing Face Mineral Stick Sunscreen SPF 50. I’m surprised I like it so much. I think it’s good for outdoor days, for dry skin. Looks so natural. I never tried a stick sunscreen for face before.
3 fingers 😱! I’ve only been using 1 finger 😬. Thanks Angie, will be increasing the amount used starting today.
Great video! From my own experience, my skin is irritated, flaky, and red from tretinoin use. It hated retinol even more. I tried all the tricks people recommend. After four years of trial-and-error with retinoids, I highly recommend using the red light therapy to help reduce skin inflammation, irritation and sensitivity. Nothing soothes my skin more than centella (cica). I use it every day. These two things in addition to ceramide moisturizer are what makes it possible for me to use Trentinoin for a year now. It's so worth it. Anti aging is real, and Angie is proof.
Thank you for this comment! I have been using Curology tretinoin for years and have not been able to up my dose due to redness, dryness and flaking skin. It’s pretty terrible but I’ve stuck with it. What brand of cica cream/moisturizer do you use? I have ordered a red light mask and I’m patiently waiting for it to get here! Maybe that combo will do the trick!
@@tterry4145 you're welcome. I'm sorry to hear the side effects of tret have been bothering you for years. I've used a few different cica products overtime and they are all helpful. Right now my favorite one is the Cos de Baha centella toner. It's so watery and inexpensive. I can use a lot of it and still layer other serums and moisturizer over it.
Patients and consistency is key to starting Tretnoin. I started agency last summer and it has taken months for my skin to adjust. The peeling and redness lasted for a long time, but I was determined to stick with it. So glad I did. They were very helpful. I am now ready to bump up my percentage of the Tretnoin. YAY
Is it possible to get good quality Retinoids OTC? In Canada we need a referral from an MD to go to a dermatologist, who are the only ones that can prescribe. Can’t buy online either. I have neither 😮
@@carolynf7922 I’m in ananda too. some dermis will see you without a referral. Call around.
Also your md can write the prescription. Mine does. If neither are an option then try the otdinarys retinoids.
I’m in the same boat as you! I started using tretinoin this past summer and I was doing well, not much irritation…then, BAM! Wintertime came and my skin hated the tretinoin! :-(
How did you get through it to get up to the next level? I’m using it once per month and got a humidifier and keep it on constantly when I’m home. Did you push through the dry flakey spells or just cut back? Any info on how you got through it I would appreciate! Thank you! And Angie, you are the best!
I meant to say I’m using it once per week right now, and have been doing it for 2 months. Still slight irritation for a day or so after, but then fades.
@@tonyahicks2302 if you are using Agency, send your provider a message and they will help you. My provider told me to sandwich the Tretnoin. I apply moisturizer, then the future formula which contains the Tretnoin then another layer of moisturizer. She also told me to cut back to twice a week then work my way back up. I’m back to every night now. Interesting thing…I was in Italy in early October for two weeks. I was using it straight up there w no issues at all. The humidity there was so much kinder on my skin than my dry weather at home.
Angie, this was very informative and timely for me. I have recently started a skin care regimen that was developed by a plastic surgeon. I was so overwhelmed by all the different products. Thank you for all the time and research that you do in preparation of your videos. 😊
I love the easy way you demonstrated the sunscreen to make sure you apply enough.
Angie, I follow you since 2020, and I just wanted to say THANK YOU! Greetings from Macedonia! ❤
I follow double- clensing routine with ceramides included, vitamin C serum and face masks, Retinoidin- peptide serum, I have another Peptide- serum aswell, ceramide moisturiser, Sun Cream SPF 50 PA+++, and snail, bee and fermentation products from Benton/ Korean skin care routine, I take a Collagen product orally from Oslo skin lab😅 and use face masks very often in the evenings for moisturizing. My mistake may be over- using products. But I think my skin looks great, healthy and glowing. I am 53😊
I started on the agency protocol about 2 weeks ago, love the service, they have answered any questions I have had within 24 hours. The packaging is wonderful and I do not have to guess what to do it is all laid out for me. Thank you for telling us more about it I highly recommend using them. The pricing is comparable to any thing out there.
Great advice! Just remember that it is important to stop tretinoin for pregnancy
I use 4 finger lengths twice 15 minutes apart. And if my skincare and makeup have spf even better. Then I use setting spray with spf. Only 50 or higher. I'm paranoid but I have terrible dark spots that are from the son and I have been able to reduce their size and intensity by about 50 percent with spf, tret, hydroquinone rotated with alpha arbutin, and red light therapy/green light. I have you to thank! Also use nira and nuface and love all three everyday! Wish I could show you before and afters! I literally printed off your morning and nighttime routine and taped it to my bathroom cabinet, followed it to a t for about 2.5 years now and so happy with the result 😀
Angie,
First of all, thank you for all of the experience you share with us, it’s been great to be able to follow you and see how much I been learning with you. I’m about your age and started taking care of my skin on March 2020.
My question to you is:
How do you reapply the sunscreen thru the day, wearing makeup and you do the most amazing try out on foundation with all of the other make up items and still at the end of the day, your make up looks great!!! I wish I can learn from you how to do that!!
I wear make up ( or want to) only occasionally, but, I do not know how to reapply the sunscreen without messing up the make up.
Please, do a video doing that/reapplying sunscreen with make up on so we can all learn the golden key on makeup/reapply sunscreen.
Thank you so much! 😊
As a person who can't stand the greasy feeling of most sunscreens I love the Trader Joe's Daily Facial SPF 40 Sunscreen that everyone says is a dupe for one of the Supergoop sunscreens. It's not a big tube, but it's only $9 or $10. My favorite!
It seems like it could be nice under make-up due to the silicone texture, but sadly it stings my eyes.
Following you I’ve learned so much & it’s always great to have a reminder because we all slip from time to time. Love the “three finer” sunscreen idea, did it today.
I really appreciate how thorough you are, Angie, and how accessible all the info is in your listings below.
@@Angiehotandflashy. no thanks. You can keep!
Personal allergic reaction discovery: the ingredient butyloctyl salicylate causes my skin to break out in an itchy rash. I broker out like this last summer after trying the MyCHELLE sun liquid, and then again just yesterday after trying the bank botanicals daily sheet fluid mineral sunscreen. Dr G and Elta MD do not have this ingredient and I have never had a problem with those. Thought I’d share in case any other of your viewers have this reaction. I’m getting the sense that it’s a tiny percentage of people whose skin reacts in this way, mostly not a problem.
Have been a Curology now Agency customer for 5 years. Great service!
Such great points Angie. We (me) are slathering on unnecessary stuff way too much. Not to mention devises. I was thinking to keep it more simple. Maybe doing more damage than good.
Hormone Replacement Therapy keeping skin looking young should be shouted from the rooftops as well. My face aged so much when my HRT had to be stopped.
Hi Angie, I’ve been using Agency for about six minutes months. I’m so glad I discovered your channel.
I just started tretinoin and it's a miracle. I've only applied it 3 times and the pores on my cheeks/nose are already looking way better. Highly recommend.
FUN FACT: Elta MD UVClear SPF 46 has a pump that delivers exactly 1/4 teaspoon of product (I measured it, and yup!) - the correct amount for a face application!
Very informative Angie! I’ve begun a similar routine about a year ago and am seeing results! Thanks to you! I really appreciate your videos and look forward to them each week! You are a great example of how a good skincare routine pays off….you skin looks younger and brighter than it did when you started years ago. Have an awesome day!😊
Thanks so much Kathy! Have a great weekend! 💜
Awesome information! So helpful Angie. I’ve been following all your advice for a year and a half now and am loving the results. I’ve been using the Omnilux now for 5 weeks and I love it. Also bought the Nuface but haven’t started it yet. Thank you for all the research and info you share! I’m 57 and liking my skin again❤
Thanks for the intro to Agency. I’ve been using it for 2 months (after seeing one of your videos) and am so happy I did! They are very easy to work with.
Great video. I’m 64, just started with retinol over the counter. I tried Olay did not the feel of it, did not like ROC, and now I’m trying neutrogena rapid repair. The jury is still out. I have always looked younger than my age, but can’t help noticing changes. Hope it makes a difference.
Thanks Angie!
Thank you, Angie, for generously sharing your wealth of knowledge. I so appreciate all the research you do and trust your information. You started me on sunscreen years ago, and I've gradually included other much-needed skincare. I'm so grateful! XXOO ❤️
I'm 29, almost 30, and I have been using all of those ingredients except tretinoin (I use retynaldahyde) , and I have so many fine lines and deeper forehead wrinkles. I think maybe I have been using too many products for like 2 years straight because no matter WHAT I do, I can't seem to get my face moisturized enough for my makeup! So when you were mentioning that the same ingredients might be in multiple products and be too much, I really started thinking.... I'm going to go over the active ingredients right now! Thanks Angie 😊 👍👍
Hi Angie! I started on your skin routine 2 months ago and I can’t believe how great my skin looks. I’m 45 years old and for most of my life I had great skin. But lately (before I started on your skin routine) I noticed dark spots, wrinkles snd dullness. I’m asking for my 22 year old daughter, how soon should she start on Retinoid?
I love Tretinoin! Been using it for about 15 years now. I always get compliments at how beautiful my skin is. My doctor is in her 40's and she's been using it for years. Bonus, there is now a generic product which makes it a lot more affordable! No one knows how old I am and I'm not telling!
I think my next big skincare step is starting Agency. Tretinoin has so irritated my face & I shy away from it. But you've convinced me that the agency docs start you on a lower dose. My skin is very unhappy right now. 😑 Thank Angie. Always follow Angie's rules! 😊😎
You can try tretinoin microsphere formula too if regular tretinoin is too irritating.
It's soooo expensive!
You look beautiful!!! I follow you from the beginning!!! And I’m just 42 I wish my skin could look half as yours on yours 60!!! Congrats !!!! I’m so happy I just got your bush set !!! Following all your advices!!
I tried the R&R sunscreen and liked the look of it better than the Elta MD, but I think the niacinamide in it is causing some stinging, especially on my eyelids. Really bummed because it worked great under my makeup. Going to have to try Babo now. Thanks, Angie!
Thank you Angie for reminding about 1/4-1/2 tsp of sunscreen. I see many UA-camrs rating sunscreens by how easy it sinks in, no white cast and sits under makeup. Most of them use negligible amount like you would a moisturizer.
YIKES! That last one...I am double dipping. And never once considered doing so a mistake. But you are right. Niacinamide is in three of my daily products. 😱Thanks for the gentle reminder. And the three finger sunscreen salute! ha!
So true! Consistency just like exercising, about 6 months to see real results 🙏🏼❤️✌🏽
Hi Angie. Hope you’ve had a great week. I have a question. In the past, you’ve mentioned using green tea serum when using led masks really intensifies the treatment. I have heard that The Ordinary argireline serum is supposed to be like Botox, so I wondered if that would also be ok to use with an led mask on its own as a treatment. I have done this once and thought maybe I should put this out to the skincare universe.
As I say time and time again Angie, your skincare routine is second to none. I’ve been using this routine, for about 7 years and I can honestly say, my skin looks so much better now than it has in the past. It actually looks younger. My children and their friends all do this routine, and they love it.
Thank you for an informative and helpful vid. Sending you sunshine from Oz xxx💖🌺🥰
Hi Tracey, I did a video on green tea and LED but I wasn't convinced it could actually intensify the treatment... the idea is based on 1 very poorly done "study" so I don't recommend any special serum be used with your LED mask. I just put on my regular skincare after. You can try adding Argireline to your routine and see how you like it...
So great to hear you've seen results with my routine and have got your kids on it too! Have a great weekend! xo ~a.
@@AngieHotandFlashy thanks Angie for your advice. My memory is not as good as it use to be. Sorry about the mix up and thanks for pointing that out. Hope u have a wonderful weekend xxx
Angie; I love your channel. I learn so much and love you are geared for the over 50 especially when you suggest foundation. I have been using Retin A and sunscream since my late 30. I am 74 and I am told by many and often from doctors that I look 10 plus years younger and ask how I care for my skin. Not bragging but it does happen.
Like you I didn't have young adult acne. I knew people who did and who probably have been using tretinoin for all this time. A very long time ago, a dermatologist gave me some free tiny samples of tretinoin, and said, "If you use it, use it at night, and apply SPF during the day." SPF what. Seriously, what SPF was there back then? SPF 4 from Coppertone? Gross. I couldn't find any SPF that I liked, and the tubes were miniscule, so I threw them away. I started wearing UPF clothing that I purchased one shirt at a time, since they were so expensive, and wearing a sun hat... not all the time, but like when I was digging in the garden. The last places on my body to get a sunburn were my calves and the tops of my feet. Now, I have a huge wardrobe of UPF clothing for all seasons, and even though I have "fashion" clothing, I will almost always throw that over for a SmartWool long sleeve crewneck, and in the summer, the stretchy tops from Sun Precautions. I am extremely fair. Fitzpatrick 1. After vacations, co-workers would crow: "You didn't get a tan!" Even if I'd tried to, it would have been a third degree burn. And I have had enough of those to now fear dermatology appointments. Nine times out of ten: BIOPSY. The UA-cam algorithm didn't figure me out until your channel was in its third or fourth year, girl. Thank heavens I found you.
Hi Angie! Thanks for all you do for us mature ladies. You are 100% correct about consistency!! I have used the Nuface and omnilux as well as followed your skin care routine to a tee for over a year. I am amazed at the difference in my skin and get compliments all the time now on how great my skin looks. I am also 60. I am so grateful for all the time and testing you have done which has not only helped you but all of us out here who don't have the time or quite frankly, money to try everything out there in hopes that it will work. I just purchased the Nira Laser and can't wait to get it! Keep up the GREAT work! Can't wait to learn how the Morpheus 8 did for you. I've been contemplating that one quite awhile. Quick question, Have you done a foundation review on the IL Makiage foundation that I see everywhere on Instagram? Just curious, if it is anything like the ads. Thanks again!!!!
I wanted to thank you so so much for recommending the A LA Mason liquid oil based soap on one of your recent Amazon recommendations episodes. It is a game changer for my crazy dry hands! Thank you so so much
I think that sunscreen manufacturers should use more precise instructions on their sunscreens. 1/4 tsp for face & neck is so much easier to understand or a shot glass for the body than "apply liberally." The NIH has a short article titled "Simple dosage guide for suncreams will help users." For anyone that wants to know how much to apply, not just to the face and such but to other areas of the body.
Completely agree on consistency being key. I can tell when my consistency is slipping and it doesn't take long.
So it's a 1/4 of a tsp for the face AND neck? SO I'd be okay with just 1/2 of that for solely my face? I use a cheaper, but still good spf 50 for my neck & body. Thanks.
Also I would say a major error is using actives and/or retinol/tretinoin without any or adequate sunscreen. The actives/retinol make the skin even more vulnerable to the sun so it’s better to not use them if not willing or able to use sunscreen.
The 1/2 tea spoon is useful for very runny sunscreens like LRP, VICHY, etc though. Otherwise 3 fingers is what I use daily
Thanks Angie!💜
Thanks! This explains what is happening with my vitamin C. I just added it, but it's been very windy and cold and my skin is now more prone to wind burn with the vitamin C. Might want to switch to once a week.