Cody I know this is an old video, I just wanted to let you know How proud your mum would have been- You have realised what a lot of people don’t or won’t. Mums are human- I am sorry ( it’s not just a word) that your childhood was challenging ( an understated sentiment). It’s just my perception and I don’t mean to presume ( if I am wrong please accept my apology). I personally know of the challenges that are needed to overcome when ones parents ( or caregiver) are not the ‘ norm’ ( another understatement). You ( come across) as a beautiful human being!!!! Mean girls and people who disrespect you, ignore them because the world needs more people like you!!! Thank you for you videos- P.S ... There is nothing wrong with looking beautiful or feminine ( more males should try it!!)
Thank you for sharing your heart about accepting your mom first as a human being who made mistakes and did the best she could with what she knew and had. Beautiful skin is also a reflection of how happy we are. If we are stressed and sad, our skin will reflect that - I personally don't take great care of my skin when I am under a lot of pressure. Being happy is an essential part of being beautiful, from the inside out.
You don’t look feminine, Cody, you look pretty. Very pretty. I really enjoy your videos. I learned so much and you’re just so much fun and full of love and good vibes. I’ve revised my skin care program and I keep revising it as I learn more. I’m getting results! Thank you for your videos ❤ Sharon
Cody, I've been using your sunscreen, sexy skin in crime brûlée. I have to tell all your subscribers how lovely it is. I'm not a foundation user so I can't address using with makeup but on my light olive skin it's amazing. Highly moisturizing and a very natural color! Off topic I know but just wanted to say, great job on the formulation.Thank you!
Hi Cody, thanks for being so down to earth and real. I learn so much from you, not just about skin but how to treat others. I am going to go on your site for skincare, I need so much help, I also did iodine and baby oil😬 Did you ever show how you guys make your green juice in the morning? Looks good.💙💙
I'm binge watching your videos. Not only do I learn from your expertise but it's so entertaining too.. "I lose fat on face not on my waist!"... adorable! .... I love my mom too. She drives me crazy but she is the love of my life.... keep up the good work Cody. Sending you love from Alberta Canada.
Thanks Cody for the great advice. Using an aha before vitamin c really made a difference! So appreciate your videos, I’m learning more and more, keep it coming!
I got my dermapen treatment today and I’m already impressed with my skin!! I feel like it is going to be life changing! My esthetician really listened to me and I feel like she tried to address my concerns 😊
Sarah Stroud Yay I’m so happy to hear that. Just wait until the results kick in about six weeks. You’re going to be amazed by the results. Keep me posted
I use the tretinion already so I bought the vit c and glycolic cleanser. Can't wait to try. Fine lines and hyperpigmentation as well as preserving my skin are my main concern so I'm very excited thank you for sharing your information. I'm still a little bit scared of doing a chemical peel but I think this is good for starters.
Vanessa Nessa yeah so glad you’re stepping it up. Back off anytime if you feel you are getting too much irritation. This should really help you. Which cleaner and c did you get?
Cassandra Lawson Oh my god really!? I am so happy to hear this. Thank you for sharing your testimony and trusting my products on your beautiful face. The best is yet to come
Hello Cody. I am so sorry about your mother sweetheart. She is always with you. May she rest in Paradise. 🙏🏽 She surely did a supreme job in raising you because you truly are a beautiful soul, inside and out, with a golden heart! Oh my gosh I grew up in the Bronx, NY and growing up my mom would take me to “tar beach” where we would use Bain de Soleil with spf of 4! 😩 It a miracle my skin looks pretty good for 55. Oh the sun damage ... Thank you for another very informative video. I appreciate you. My 17 yr old daughter has some major hyperpigmentation from a sudden bout with cystic acne and I am learning on how to help her. She is allergic to trentinoin, and several other acids unfortunately. Not sure what to do. Your fur baby is adorable. What a face! Have a blessed weekend. ❤️💜💖🌹🕊🙏🏽🐶
Cody. . . You are so articulate, knowledgeable, entertaining, and quite hilarious! I'm new to your channel, and enjoy it so much. As I value, and absolutely love your honest, bubbly, loving, caring personality. Thank you! Let me wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY, it's on 5-19, right? 🎂🥂
Lynda Bustillos what a comment. Wow. Thank you. I’ll be 40 on May 31st. Have a beautiful day and thank you for bringing so much love and light to my channel.
My New Year resolution is to follow your advise instead of listening to the BS from other UA-camr’s. I’m 56, and am amazed at the information your giving us! It makes sense! Knowledge is so important, and you rock my world! 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️
You make me laugh! “...put your credit card away” ...”go run, run real quick” ! Thanks for your videos and honest practical advice :) I am enjoying ur videos as a new subscriber! keep going, cody!
Thank you so much! Good tips. Well, it was a good reminder to try to remember to go slower. Appreciate your expertise and all you share on your channel.
LOVE this video lmao. You are not only adorable but hilarious as well. Your videos are amazing and so informational. Keep up the great work. My mom and I just love you!
Hey Cody, thanks for another great informative video! I know I will watch this again and again. I just replenished my Vitamin C 12% and the PB from your line, both which help me keep my Melasma at bay. I love all your products and look forward to new products from you in the future. I'm wondering why you used the Obagi Clear instead of your PB? One last thing, I have to thank you for always making me smile, making me laugh, just love your personality! It's like we're learning and being entertained at the same time, and you always leave us wanting more of Cody..looking forward to your next video. Coco is growing fast, she's adorable! Blessings to you!
Mstoastie R. You are too kind. Thank you for sharing your testimony. I really appreciate your trust in my products. I go back-and-forth and always mix it up so the skin gets different ingredients. I’m glad that you find my videos humorous and entertaining. Just trying to be myself
I love how knowledgeable and honest you are. Thank you for the information. I'm currently struggling with Melasma and I never thought it would happen to me. Tried everything and nothing works. I'm just hoping it will fade in time... The Dermatologist prescribed me Azelaic Acid so that will be my last hope. Enjoyed watching your video, thank you!
Oh my God! You've given me so much information. I've been suffering from noticeable Melasma since 2014 and have been at my wits end and extremely self-conscious about this. And at one point, got really depressed when dermatologists seem to look at me like I had two heads when I say the word, or seem to want to run me through a battery of expensive tests and treatments. I am 57, African American, and I used to have beautiful facial skin. My texture is smooth - I think. At least people comment on how smooth my skin is. But this damn Melasma!!!! Ahhh!!! It's actually like a beard shadow - almost. And because of that pattern, my vermillion border appears lighter. It's a frigging mess. Close up, I don't think people can see it. But when I catch a glimpse of myself in a mirror from a distance, I can see it very clearly. I don't know what to do because sunscreen and products containing sunscreen inflame my face to the point of my eyes swell for days. I am being treated to my first facial ever, tomorrow and plan to discuss some care options. Thank you. You just made my night. My birthday is tomorrow and I'm feeling hopeful.
Thank you for always telling us the right way to so our facial treatments... And for explaining them inaneasy to understand way. Plus your so relatable, friendly and nice
I stumbled upon your youtube channel by accident while researching videos regarding the differences between Skin Medica Vitalize Peels and Obagi Blue Radiance Peels. I didn't know anything about TCA peels until I watched your demonstration video with you applying a TCA peel to yourself. You then did a follow-up video of the peeling process and how you cared for your face post-peel. I am so glad I found your youtube channel. I don't use other social media (no Facebook, no Instagram, no Twitter), so this is the only format I have that I can follow you. I have several suggestions for other youtube videos that I would love to see and perhaps your other subscribers would appreciate and benefit from them, too. You are an excellent teacher and have a warm, approachable energy that undoubtedly will result in an ever-expanding subscriber base on youtube. In your TCA peel self-application video you mentioned that your TCA solution included a numbing agent. Where might we find an appropriate numbing agent that we can add to our peel solutions that will not interfere with the acid solution but will give us some numbing effect? I'm interested in knowing the differences among the various peels that are available both on the market and through estheticians, specifically the differences among: Skin Medica Vitalize peels, Skin Medica Rejuvenize peels, Obagi Blue Radiance Peels, TCA peels, and Jessner's peels. Could you also speak to the discomfort level experienced when using these various peel solutions. Which peels do you recommend and why? Which peels should we probably avoid doing at home on our own? Also, I would like to see a youtube video that addresses peels that can be used on the back, arms, hands, and chest (even if they should not be used on the face) to tackle hyperpigmentation, freckles, moles, skin tags, and bumpy texture. If there are peels available for uses on non-facial skin, how should they be used and how often? Thank you so much for being so kind, interesting, honest, and informative. Please consider expanding your product offerings in your online store. I know of two online stores that sell peel products in multiple strengths. Perhaps you could offer some of the peel solutions in your online store. I would trust your products because you talk so openly about their use and possible misuse in your videos. I apologize for the long comment. I hope to see you soon in your next video!
this is the second video of yours I've seen.I the first was you t.c.a.peel.I paused it just now to tell you I'm impressed with the sentiments you expressed about your mother.Such wise advise.You have a gift for connecting with people.You're obviously very good at what you do in dermatology but I want to make you aware that you could have a future in public speaking.keep up the good work.I'll look for you on t.v.
Hey! Just found you today and I am so so happy that I did. I'm going to purchase the vitamin C serum. I just purchased Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance dark spot serum Sat sooo . I'm just wondering if I can alternate. I am tired of this melasma but I'm not trying to do the most with strong products all at once. I listened to your video and I don't want to damage myself anymore than what I am I am so glad that I found you! so so glad to have met you! I like you and you are so animated I'm wondering if I can use yours with the cauldie I bought that is suppose 62x better than Vitamin C. You think it's to much? I want the melasma gone and I know it won't disappear in a week or even a mom but I don't want to destroy my face using too much. I will see how it works and I'll keep in touch I'm so glad I found you
Hi there, melasma is very tough to treat and is more so managed. There are a combination of solutions that may help including vitamin c, vitamin a, brighteners and spf. I think it would be a good try to alternate. Often a high concentration of vitamin c and good formulas seem more helpful
I have spent hours and hours and hours trying to figure out how to treat my melasma. I'm poor so I can't afford much. But you know there is a guy I'm liking so you know it has motivated me to do something about it. I feel you girl ever since I watched your video on your partners Mum passing and out of all the thousands of skin care specialists I have come across its this sharing of your "soap box" which made me stay. No botox for this just turned 40 yr old but one day I'm gonna make it to the states, well ..... Las Vegas to be precise lol! I wish I had someone like you that I could call my friend cause its been a lonely hard road
Just two questions. Do you use the same products every morning. Or do you like exfoliate one day and not the next. Also how long after this routine do you apply sunscreen?
I appreciate you! You might not of seen my questions, all good if not. Do you exfoliate everyday? Also how long after this routine do you apply sunscreen?
You said that some ppl tell you that you look feminine but you actually look very handsome here with the grown out beard & hair. .. you should grow them out again now! 💓 love you & the info you share
Love your videos and exposing the myths and facts about skin care because there is a plethora of so many products put there it's easy to get lost and misinformed! But Retina A and hydroquinone, Vitamin c are the only things that are effective in my opinion that makes a lot of difference.
so glad i watch ur video.. i hv most of ur products and obagi, struggling with pigmentation too and i need to start again since i will be going back to malaysia, a sunny country.. thanks
ema ponder hope that you’re enjoying the products. Continue to use consistently and you should notice more results. Keep me posted and have a wonderful trip.
Thanks so much! Obagi products have gotten so expensive! Can you recommend another brand with 4% hydroquinone? The 2% found in so many products does not work for me. I would greatly appreciate a little guidance. 😁
So funny! Best skin care videos on UA-cam! Girl run! You know I do. 🏃💜😁 Why don't doctor's in Europe want to prescribe Retin A or pigmanorm during the summer? We have to take a break during the high SPF months. Is that good or bad? Are we losing effects during the months that we are taking a break? Thanks
Yes it may be to have your skin take a break but also those prescriptions can make you sun sensitive. May be a way to be extra cautious, too heat and inflammation plus irritation can be triggering for pigment to produce.
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego Thank you for your reply. 😁 💜 I see so many women using Retin A in the States all year round,so I wanted to know your opinion on it. Is it better to use all year round or take a break during high SPF seasons? Your video on how to use Retin A more effectively really helped me. I see a difference already in just two nights of using your method of application. Thank you so much! 😁💜
You are so welcome, really happy to hear that some of my Tips has helped improve your skin. You can absolutely use Retin-A all year round if you feel your skin can tolerate it but more importantly if you know you’re going to commit to staying protected from the UV. Most times people will take it easy during the summer because it’s kind of hard to control and also it’s easy to get damage during that time
Thank you Cody. I have a compound cream from my dermatologist and it has 2.5% of hydrocortisone, 7% hydroquinone, and 1% tretinoin and it really has done wonders for my melasma, but the biggest issue I have is the melasma mustache, it has lightened but still noticeable. My question is how can I get the medicine to work better to get the mustache all the way gone?
Artavia Anderson hello my love. I think you would do well Exfoliating the area first and then applying a little bit of the bleach. Or you could use RA after exfoliation then HQ on top so the RA drives the HQ deeper into skin.
My dermatologist warned me against applying Obagi bleaching cream all over the face, you’re only supposed to apply it to darkened areas, not the entire face.
Love you, Cody! Your energy is insane, and you're so inspirational! Thank you for another great video! I have sun damaged and aging skin, and your videos really help me!
Hi! I've been wanting to ask you a question. I'm going to use prescribed tretinoin, and I was wondering if I could use green tea ice cubes to massage the face to help the irritation and the redness?
Lol. I just got back from Santa Fe. I allowed a sales person to put a product on my left eye. It was magical! Wrinkles gone. I listened more to her sales pitch. The price went from 1K to 300 plus additional skin product and facial. I had zero intention of purchasing this miracle product. I told my husband that I suspect that glue was in the product. I threw away the sample but yes, I walked away. It was from a company that started with a L.
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego I, literally, could feel the glue. I guess if you glue the skin over a long period of time it will decrease wrinkles. I wish I could remember the name of the place. It is on Santa Fe Square.
Hey there! Your videos on skin care are mind blowing! I have tazorac 0.1% for my severe scaring from the worse hormonal acne period of my life at 28! Can I use this as opposed to retin-a for a peel? I have horrible scars on my cheeks and jawline 😥
Hi Cody! Do you mind telling us how you apply various products? For example, how do you apply serums, moisturizers, and sunscreens for optimal results? I know you demonstrated how you apply your Vit. C serum so it just made me curious about other products. Thank you!
Hello great video! I just started Hydroquinone and RetinA. . The dermatologist wrote to use Hydroquinone twice a day and I'm worried that's too often for first starting. Could you please tell me how often to do this when first starting? I am starting Retin A 1-2 times a week for the first month then will increase slowly. Thank you so much. Your Hilarious also 💜🌺🌈👁️
@Jackie Lou well yes I have been using the Retin A up to 4 days a week. My skin looks great and it got rid of most of the hyperpigmentation so I didn't use the hydroquinone at all. I found it too irritating. I love using the Retin A .05 strength. Hope this helps!
Which Obagi product did you use on your face to lighten your pigmentation again? Thank you for all the info. and being realistic in that it can take months to see results. Also I don't use enough product so I will change that too. Love ya x
Seems like Obagi Clear doesn't have hydroquinone anymore...everything is their "FX" line which has that other ingredient. I had such a bad case of hyperpigmentation it looked like tribal markings. I had a xmas tree on my forehead! With aggressive 60% peels and hydroquinone I achieved success. Can you recommend any other "affordable" products containing Hydroquinone? Obagi worked for me too, but not in the budget. Been using tretinoin & Glycolic cleanser. (Just did my first Jojoba Oil cleanse and actually FELT the glycolic stingle after!! LOL...Ice cube ahhhhh!) Love your channel and thank you.
Great video! I just started getting glyderm peels at a plastic surgeons office. I started with 50% but they will do 70% the next visit. What is your opinion on these peels? They are $50 each. Is there a brand of home peel that you recommend? Also any chance you can recommend a good brand sun screen for the face?
WOW you are so amazing to me ...less is more and consitency and slow down and let them work!!! Ginger beer or Komboucha!! are my fav!! to drink that is! lol thank yo once again...xox
I'm stuck in KY while my BF waits for a kidney donor! The ONLY store in area is Walmart. My hyperpigmentation is on hold, just because I am very careful out in the sun. I'm Latina and I have melasma. Are your products avail by mail order? Thank you! Love your videos! Hi doggy!
I was really hoping he wouldn't bring up hydroquinone. Horrible chemical. It can take months before you start seeing results, and if you do, it usually only lightens by like half a shade. Not worth using your entire life. Oh, and you also run the risk of getting ochronosis, which darkens the skin. So it's like you can't win with hydroquinone either way.
Hello Cody!! I really appreciate your videos and your advise it has really helped me in my use of RA. I wanted to ask if it would be okay to use the the ordinary vitamin C suspension 23% + HA spheres and the ordinary Azelaic acid suspension 10% to clear the hyper pigmentation and improve a more even skin tone.. please shed some light here especially on the The ordinary products.. thank you so much
Hello, i love your videos and i have some questions about what kind of license i need to do facial treatments? And do i need to go to college for years for it or do i just take a few courses? Thank you ❤️
Thank you for the information. I have post hyperpigmentation, and need to start this regimen. How soon after my peel can I start the vit. C, hydroquinone and RA regimen? I did a salycilic acid peel on Sunday, and then on Thursday did a spot peel with salycilic acid, but my face was not ready for that. I ended up frosting in the 4 spots very quickly, and need to wash off the acid immediately. How soon can I start the post treatment?
I am watching this late, I want to purchase some of your product. I am getting to the end of some of my stuff. ( the ordinary, madd hippie, etc) where are your products for sale?
I love how real you are 😎😍😊😂😍😍😍
Such a beautiful spirit ! By far the most knowledgeable person as it pertains in skincare I’ve found on UA-cam
Your heartfelt message about your mom was totally heart melting, thank YOU for sharing such a loving, kind reminder.
Cody I know this is an old video, I just wanted to let you know How proud your mum would have been- You have realised what a lot of people don’t or won’t. Mums are human- I am sorry ( it’s not just a word) that your childhood was challenging ( an understated sentiment). It’s just my perception and I don’t mean to presume ( if I am wrong please accept my apology). I personally know of the challenges that are needed to overcome when ones parents ( or caregiver) are not the ‘ norm’ ( another understatement). You ( come across) as a beautiful human being!!!! Mean girls and people who disrespect you, ignore them because the world needs more people like you!!! Thank you for you videos- P.S ... There is nothing wrong with looking beautiful or feminine ( more males should try it!!)
kim piper Oh my gosh bless you for this comment. You made my morning! So honored that we are connected Kim.
This guy: "What in life is gone overnight?"
me: my virginity.
Omg hahaha!
Thank you for sharing your heart about accepting your mom first as a human being who made mistakes and did the best she could with what she knew and had. Beautiful skin is also a reflection of how happy we are. If we are stressed and sad, our skin will reflect that - I personally don't take great care of my skin when I am under a lot of pressure. Being happy is an essential part of being beautiful, from the inside out.
Thuy Nguyen could not agree more. Stress and unhappiness is terrible for the skin.
You don’t look feminine, Cody, you look pretty. Very pretty. I really enjoy your videos. I learned so much and you’re just so much fun and full of love and good vibes. I’ve revised my skin care program and I keep revising it as I learn more. I’m getting results! Thank you for your videos ❤ Sharon
Cody, I've been using your sunscreen, sexy skin in crime brûlée. I have to tell all your subscribers how lovely it is. I'm not a foundation user so I can't address using with makeup but on my light olive skin it's amazing. Highly moisturizing and a very natural color! Off topic I know but just wanted to say, great job on the formulation.Thank you!
Carolyn Mogan thanks for sharing. I may try this. I also have olive skin and do not use foundation.
Carolyn Mogan awe! Thank you so much for sharing your testimony here. I can’t thank you enough for your business and trust.
Hi Cody, thanks for being so down to earth and real. I learn so much from you, not just about skin but how to treat others. I am going to go on your site for skincare, I need so much help, I also did iodine and baby oil😬 Did you ever show how you guys make your green juice in the morning? Looks good.💙💙
Carrie Walsh Omg you too. Times have sure changed. Thanks for leaving a kind comment. ❤️🙏❤️
I'm binge watching your videos. Not only do I learn from your expertise but it's so entertaining too.. "I lose fat on face not on my waist!"... adorable! ....
I love my mom too. She drives me crazy but she is the love of my life.... keep up the good work Cody. Sending you love from Alberta Canada.
Girl RUN!! RUN REAL QUICK 😭
Thanks Cody for the great advice. Using an aha before vitamin c really made a difference! So appreciate your videos, I’m learning more and more, keep it coming!
Ellen right on. Love hearing this. 🙏😂
I LOVE Cody and love his products even more.
Heather Pier Heather! Love you sweetheart.
I got my dermapen treatment today and I’m already impressed with my skin!! I feel like it is going to be life changing! My esthetician really listened to me and I feel like she tried to address my concerns 😊
Sarah Stroud Yay I’m so happy to hear that. Just wait until the results kick in about six weeks. You’re going to be amazed by the results. Keep me posted
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I use the tretinion already so I bought the vit c and glycolic cleanser. Can't wait to try. Fine lines and hyperpigmentation as well as preserving my skin are my main concern so I'm very excited thank you for sharing your information. I'm still a little bit scared of doing a chemical peel but I think this is good for starters.
Vanessa Nessa yeah so glad you’re stepping it up. Back off anytime if you feel you are getting too much irritation. This should really help you. Which cleaner and c did you get?
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego I bought yours. I need to get more. I see you have a c cream now. I don't know if I should get the oil or the cream.
Omg! I did my second HFE facial on Monday. I definitely see a difference. My skin tone is more even. Thanks for putting this system together.
Cassandra Lawson Oh my god really!? I am so happy to hear this. Thank you for sharing your testimony and trusting my products on your beautiful face. The best is yet to come
I like how you are straightforward and no BS!!
Both😍 good looking: Cody & Coco. Thanks for your great videos.
Hello Cody. I am so sorry about your mother sweetheart. She is always with you. May she rest in Paradise. 🙏🏽 She surely did a supreme job in raising you because you truly are a beautiful soul, inside and out, with a golden heart! Oh my gosh I grew up in the Bronx, NY and growing up my mom would take me to “tar beach” where we would use Bain de Soleil with spf of 4! 😩 It a miracle my skin looks pretty good for 55. Oh the sun damage ...
Thank you for another very informative video. I appreciate you. My 17 yr old daughter has some major hyperpigmentation from a sudden bout with cystic acne and I am learning on how to help her. She is allergic to trentinoin, and several other acids unfortunately. Not sure what to do. Your fur baby is adorable. What a face! Have a blessed weekend.
❤️💜💖🌹🕊🙏🏽🐶
Cody. . .
You are so articulate, knowledgeable, entertaining, and quite hilarious! I'm new to your channel, and enjoy it so much. As I value, and absolutely love your honest, bubbly, loving, caring personality. Thank you! Let me wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY, it's on 5-19, right? 🎂🥂
Lynda Bustillos what a comment. Wow. Thank you. I’ll be 40 on May 31st. Have a beautiful day and thank you for bringing so much love and light to my channel.
My New Year resolution is to follow your advise instead of listening to the BS from other UA-camr’s. I’m 56, and am amazed at the information your giving us! It makes sense! Knowledge is so important, and you rock my world! 👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️
You make me laugh! “...put your credit card away” ...”go run, run real quick” ! Thanks for your videos and honest practical advice :) I am enjoying ur videos as a new subscriber! keep going, cody!
Idk if you have hyperpigmentation or what but I can tell your skin looks very healthy and it has a natural glow to it. Keep up the good work ☺
If you know somthing please tell me
Thank you so much! Good tips. Well, it was a good reminder to try to remember to go slower. Appreciate your expertise and all you share on your channel.
LOVE this video lmao. You are not only adorable but hilarious as well. Your videos are amazing and so informational. Keep up the great work. My mom and I just love you!
tatianafenlon omg! Thank you. You’re too kind and amazing.
He’s so graceful! Love his energy
I love your personality and honesty!
Not sure why but I really like this guy! So refreshing & of course talented!
Hey Cody, thanks for another great informative video! I know I will watch this again and again. I just replenished my Vitamin C 12% and the PB from your line, both which help me keep my Melasma at bay. I love all your products and look forward to new products from you in the future. I'm wondering why you used the Obagi Clear instead of your PB? One last thing, I have to thank you for always making me smile, making me laugh, just love your personality! It's like we're learning and being entertained at the same time, and you always leave us wanting more of Cody..looking forward to your next video. Coco is growing fast, she's adorable! Blessings to you!
Mstoastie R. You are too kind. Thank you for sharing your testimony. I really appreciate your trust in my products. I go back-and-forth and always mix it up so the skin gets different ingredients. I’m glad that you find my videos humorous and entertaining. Just trying to be myself
I love how knowledgeable and honest you are. Thank you for the information. I'm currently struggling with Melasma and I never thought it would happen to me. Tried everything and nothing works. I'm just hoping it will fade in time... The Dermatologist prescribed me Azelaic Acid so that will be my last hope. Enjoyed watching your video, thank you!
Cody’s Charming how do you find azelaic Acid. Does it work
I wish I could have my skin looked after by vous! xx
Oh my God! You've given me so much information. I've been suffering from noticeable Melasma since 2014 and have been at my wits end and extremely self-conscious about this. And at one point, got really depressed when dermatologists seem to look at me like I had two heads when I say the word, or seem to want to run me through a battery of expensive tests and treatments.
I am 57, African American, and I used to have beautiful facial skin. My texture is smooth - I think. At least people comment on how smooth my skin is. But this damn Melasma!!!! Ahhh!!! It's actually like a beard shadow - almost. And because of that pattern, my vermillion border appears lighter. It's a frigging mess. Close up, I don't think people can see it. But when I catch a glimpse of myself in a mirror from a distance, I can see it very clearly. I don't know what to do because sunscreen and products containing sunscreen inflame my face to the point of my eyes swell for days.
I am being treated to my first facial ever, tomorrow and plan to discuss some care options.
Thank you. You just made my night. My birthday is tomorrow and I'm feeling hopeful.
Thank you for always telling us the right way to so our facial treatments... And for explaining them inaneasy to understand way. Plus your so relatable, friendly and nice
Approaching others very positively and hiding many pains in him only a strong person can do that keep it up 👍
I stumbled upon your youtube channel by accident while researching videos regarding the differences between Skin Medica Vitalize Peels and Obagi Blue Radiance Peels. I didn't know anything about TCA peels until I watched your demonstration video with you applying a TCA peel to yourself. You then did a follow-up video of the peeling process and how you cared for your face post-peel. I am so glad I found your youtube channel. I don't use other social media (no Facebook, no Instagram, no Twitter), so this is the only format I have that I can follow you. I have several suggestions for other youtube videos that I would love to see and perhaps your other subscribers would appreciate and benefit from them, too. You are an excellent teacher and have a warm, approachable energy that undoubtedly will result in an ever-expanding subscriber base on youtube.
In your TCA peel self-application video you mentioned that your TCA solution included a numbing agent. Where might we find an appropriate numbing agent that we can add to our peel solutions that will not interfere with the acid solution but will give us some numbing effect? I'm interested in knowing the differences among the various peels that are available both on the market and through estheticians, specifically the differences among: Skin Medica Vitalize peels, Skin Medica Rejuvenize peels, Obagi Blue Radiance Peels, TCA peels, and Jessner's peels. Could you also speak to the discomfort level experienced when using these various peel solutions. Which peels do you recommend and why? Which peels should we probably avoid doing at home on our own? Also, I would like to see a youtube video that addresses peels that can be used on the back, arms, hands, and chest (even if they should not be used on the face) to tackle hyperpigmentation, freckles, moles, skin tags, and bumpy texture. If there are peels available for uses on non-facial skin, how should they be used and how often?
Thank you so much for being so kind, interesting, honest, and informative. Please consider expanding your product offerings in your online store. I know of two online stores that sell peel products in multiple strengths. Perhaps you could offer some of the peel solutions in your online store. I would trust your products because you talk so openly about their use and possible misuse in your videos. I apologize for the long comment. I hope to see you soon in your next video!
Hi, when I listen to you ,I fee positive and the life still good ,thank you 🌷
Cody, thank you for the advice!! I love Coco, such s life saver, our puppies.
Aweeee!!!! Coco is a cutieeee pie. Cody you are a great instructor, your video are always detailed...
this is the second video of yours I've seen.I the first was you t.c.a.peel.I paused it just now to tell you I'm impressed with the sentiments you expressed about your mother.Such wise advise.You have a gift for connecting with people.You're obviously very good at what you do in dermatology but I want to make you aware that you could have a future in public speaking.keep up the good work.I'll look for you on t.v.
Omg. You are a doll. Love watching you!
You make watching skincare fun! Xoxo
Hey!
Just found you today and I am so so happy that I did. I'm going to purchase the vitamin C serum. I just purchased Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance dark spot serum Sat sooo . I'm just wondering if I can alternate. I am tired of this melasma but I'm not trying to do the most with strong products all at once. I listened to your video and I don't want to damage myself anymore than what I am
I am so glad that I found you!
so so glad to have met you! I like you and you are so animated I'm wondering if I can use yours with the cauldie I bought that is suppose 62x better than Vitamin C. You think it's to much? I want the melasma gone and I know it won't disappear in a week or even a mom but I don't want to destroy my face using too much. I will see how it works and I'll keep in touch I'm so glad I found you
Hi there, melasma is very tough to treat and is more so managed. There are a combination of solutions that may help including vitamin c, vitamin a, brighteners and spf. I think it would be a good try to alternate. Often a high concentration of vitamin c and good formulas seem more helpful
Thanks again, Cody. Great video! Coco is adorable!
Thank you sweetheart
I have spent hours and hours and hours trying to figure out how to treat my melasma. I'm poor so I can't afford much. But you know there is a guy I'm liking so you know it has motivated me to do something about it. I feel you girl ever since I watched your video on your partners Mum passing and out of all the thousands of skin care specialists I have come across its this sharing of your "soap box" which made me stay. No botox for this just turned 40 yr old but one day I'm gonna make it to the states, well ..... Las Vegas to be precise lol! I wish I had someone like you that I could call my friend cause its been a lonely hard road
Just two questions. Do you use the same products every morning. Or do you like exfoliate one day and not the next. Also how long after this routine do you apply sunscreen?
Kirstin Worthington omg sweetheart, thank you. Appreciate you so much! Glad that we’re connected.
I appreciate you! You might not of seen my questions, all good if not. Do you exfoliate everyday? Also how long after this routine do you apply sunscreen?
“Doesn’t really matter, everyone is going to have an opinion of you” 🌈💖
Really LOVED your video! Coco is so precious!!👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😀😀😀
Hello Cody, I love your videos. Your skin looks amazing
🙏❤️ thank you so much
great video! you look so kind and Coco is ridiculously cute!
awwww I love what you said about your mother!
I love everything about you and omg the dog sealed the deal!
Antoinette Ballesteros oh my. Thank you sweetheart! Stay blessed. 🙏❤️🙏
You said that some ppl tell you that you look feminine but you actually look very handsome here with the grown out beard & hair. .. you should grow them out again now! 💓 love you & the info you share
Love your videos and exposing the myths and facts about skin care because there is a plethora of so many products put there it's easy to get lost and misinformed! But Retina A and hydroquinone, Vitamin c are the only things that are effective in my opinion that makes a lot of difference.
This is highly informative video you are appreciated very much love
Donna Cone ❤️ you Donna.
Thank you, Was w8ing for your video. Love from Canada 😍
Harpreet Kaur Sorry it took so long. Sending you so much love from Sandiego
Thank you Cody I will try that, you're the best.
Freaking love you! And the advice great too;) I’m watching all your vids today. You’re a godsend for my malasma. 🙏🏼
Omg I just in love for youuu. You are soo awesome person!!! Thank you for your alll the helpful videous it really helps me!!
so glad i watch ur video.. i hv most of ur products and obagi, struggling with pigmentation too and i need to start again since i will be going back to malaysia, a sunny country.. thanks
ema ponder hope that you’re enjoying the products. Continue to use consistently and you should notice more results. Keep me posted and have a wonderful trip.
Thanks so much! Obagi products have gotten so expensive! Can you recommend another brand with 4% hydroquinone? The 2% found in so many products does not work for me. I would greatly appreciate a little guidance. 😁
Hi it would be hard to get a 4% without a prescription
I love your vitamin C really 🤩 CoCo is growing she’s very cute! I needed this video your awesome 👏
Donna Cone Hello my sweet Donna. Thank you for always leaving a positive testimony. Glad the video helped
I am new to your video's. And loving them. I found you to be great and I love all your information . Keep up the great videos.
Love all your videos !!! Thank you for sharing with us!!!!!🤗😘
Love you Cody! And your products! ♡♡♡
India Misty Jackson-Moore Why thank you for believing in me and my brand. You are amazing!
Hey Cody, always enjoy your informative video's.
Faith Cross Thank you Faith. 😘😘😘
Watching this again because it's just so Good!
So funny! Best skin care videos on UA-cam! Girl run! You know I do. 🏃💜😁 Why don't doctor's in Europe want to prescribe Retin A or pigmanorm during the summer? We have to take a break during the high SPF months. Is that good or bad? Are we losing effects during the months that we are taking a break? Thanks
Yes it may be to have your skin take a break but also those prescriptions can make you sun sensitive. May be a way to be extra cautious, too heat and inflammation plus irritation can be triggering for pigment to produce.
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego Thank you for your reply. 😁 💜 I see so many women using Retin A in the States all year round,so I wanted to know your opinion on it. Is it better to use all year round or take a break during high SPF seasons? Your video on how to use Retin A more effectively really helped me. I see a difference already in just two nights of using your method of application. Thank you so much! 😁💜
You are so welcome, really happy to hear that some of my Tips has helped improve your skin. You can absolutely use Retin-A all year round if you feel your skin can tolerate it but more importantly if you know you’re going to commit to staying protected from the UV. Most times people will take it easy during the summer because it’s kind of hard to control and also it’s easy to get damage during that time
thanks Cody for wonderful info Hi CoCo so cute have a great weekend thanks Jennifer
Stuart Pierce thank you Jennifer. Stay blessed❤️
Your personality is everything. Very informative
Thank you so much
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego ❤
Can you please give us a review on curology formulas...these are formulations of 3 ingredients, usually retinA vitamin C and another ingredient...
Thank you Cody. I have a compound cream from my dermatologist and it has 2.5% of hydrocortisone, 7% hydroquinone, and 1% tretinoin and it really has done wonders for my melasma, but the biggest issue I have is the melasma mustache, it has lightened but still noticeable. My question is how can I get the medicine to work better to get the mustache all the way gone?
Artavia Anderson hello my love. I think you would do well Exfoliating the area first and then applying a little bit of the bleach. Or you could use RA after exfoliation then HQ on top so the RA drives the HQ deeper into skin.
Darling, Lemons, rub on your face, let dry. Absolutely resolved that issue above lip.
I read it somewhere that melasma above lips has something to do with liver issue
@@violita1116 I just had a blood work up and they had to run DNA on my blood and I was good all around. Thank you I will still check with my doctor.
I love you beautiful Cody!!! ♥️
My dermatologist warned me against applying Obagi bleaching cream all over the face, you’re only supposed to apply it to darkened areas, not the entire face.
I think following your provider or what the products instructions says is always best. Other formulas may be ok to do.
Love you, Cody! Your energy is insane, and you're so inspirational! Thank you for another great video! I have sun damaged and aging skin, and your videos really help me!
Thanks, this was really helpful.
Hi! I've been wanting to ask you a question. I'm going to use prescribed tretinoin, and I was wondering if I could use green tea ice cubes to massage the face to help the irritation and the redness?
Lol. I just got back from Santa Fe. I allowed a sales person to put a product on my left eye. It was magical! Wrinkles gone. I listened more to her sales pitch. The price went from 1K to 300 plus additional skin product and facial. I had zero intention of purchasing this miracle product. I told my husband that I suspect that glue was in the product. I threw away the sample but yes, I walked away. It was from a company that started with a L.
Oh wow that’s crazy, I’ve seen those beauty advisors be aggressive with sales, almost uncomfortable.
@@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego I, literally, could feel the glue. I guess if you glue the skin over a long period of time it will decrease wrinkles. I wish I could remember the name of the place. It is on Santa Fe Square.
Hey there! Your videos on skin care are mind blowing! I have tazorac 0.1% for my severe scaring from the worse hormonal acne period of my life at 28! Can I use this as opposed to retin-a for a peel? I have horrible scars on my cheeks and jawline 😥
Love you! Can't tell you how much I will want to have you near so I can stop by! Anyways, Thank you for share your knowledge!! 💝
Coco is precious and so are you Cody.
You are right yo run from the keyoisk (sp).
Hi Cody! Do you mind telling us how you apply various products? For example, how do you apply serums, moisturizers, and sunscreens for optimal results? I know you demonstrated how you apply your Vit. C serum so it just made me curious about other products.
Thank you!
Hello great video! I just started Hydroquinone and RetinA. . The dermatologist wrote to use Hydroquinone twice a day and I'm worried that's too often for first starting. Could you please tell me how often to do this when first starting? I am starting Retin A 1-2 times a week for the first month then will increase slowly. Thank you so much. Your Hilarious also 💜🌺🌈👁️
@Jackie Lou well yes I have been using the Retin A up to 4 days a week. My skin looks great and it got rid of most of the hyperpigmentation so I didn't use the hydroquinone at all. I found it too irritating. I love using the Retin A .05 strength. Hope this helps!
Which Obagi product did you use on your face to lighten your pigmentation again? Thank you for all the info. and being realistic in that it can take months to see results. Also I don't use enough product so I will change that too. Love ya x
Eleanor Byrne Why Thank you . used #3 “clear.” I left a link to a site that I trust in the description area. The website is called Premier look.
With her mistakes she created a great human being. Sus errores crearon un ser humano magnífico!!!
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Thanks beautiful soul
This was so much fun!!!! Much Love...xoxo
Seems like Obagi Clear doesn't have hydroquinone anymore...everything is their "FX" line which has that other ingredient. I had such a bad case of hyperpigmentation it looked like tribal markings. I had a xmas tree on my forehead! With aggressive 60% peels and hydroquinone I achieved success. Can you recommend any other "affordable" products containing Hydroquinone? Obagi worked for me too, but not in the budget. Been using tretinoin & Glycolic cleanser. (Just did my first Jojoba Oil cleanse and actually FELT the glycolic stingle after!! LOL...Ice cube ahhhhh!) Love your channel and thank you.
Great video! I just started getting glyderm peels at a plastic surgeons office. I started with 50% but they will do 70% the next visit. What is your opinion on these peels? They are $50 each. Is there a brand of home peel that you recommend? Also any chance you can recommend a good brand sun screen for the face?
Lena 33 Wow that place is quite reasonable. I recommend that you don’t just jump up to 70. Go slow. Laroch Posay is a good sunscreen.
WOW you are so amazing to me ...less is more and consitency and slow down and let them work!!! Ginger beer or Komboucha!! are my fav!! to drink that is! lol
thank yo once again...xox
Love you! Thank you soooooo much!!!
I'm stuck in KY while my BF waits for a kidney donor! The ONLY store in area is Walmart. My hyperpigmentation is on hold, just because I am very careful out in the sun. I'm Latina and I have melasma. Are your products avail by mail order? Thank you! Love your videos! Hi doggy!
“Girl run Run real quick” 😂😂😂😂
5:33 - 7:10 Such a sweetheart 💕❤️
Gina Ciliberto sending you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi Cody , what do you think about mixing vitamin c and niacimide ? Thanks for the great info ❤️
Love ya Cody!!!!
Lisa Deeley right back to you Lisa!
I was really hoping he wouldn't bring up hydroquinone. Horrible chemical.
It can take months before you start seeing results, and if you do, it usually only lightens by like half a shade. Not worth using your entire life.
Oh, and you also run the risk of getting ochronosis, which darkens the skin. So it's like you can't win with hydroquinone either way.
I did a chemical peel and everything went well, I was very happy with results.. its been 3 weeks.. but now I’m seeing dark shade my face.
Hello Cody!! I really appreciate your videos and your advise it has really helped me in my use of RA. I wanted to ask if it would be okay to use the the ordinary vitamin C suspension 23% + HA spheres and the ordinary Azelaic acid suspension 10% to clear the hyper pigmentation and improve a more even skin tone.. please shed some light here especially on the The ordinary products.. thank you so much
Hello, i love your videos and i have some questions about what kind of license i need to do facial treatments? And do i need to go to college for years for it or do i just take a few courses? Thank you ❤️
The only reason I ever purchased anything from a kiosk is because I can appreciate the art of selling. Those people can sell likeA moFO!💯✌🏾
Thank you for the information. I have post hyperpigmentation, and need to start this regimen. How soon after my peel can I start the vit. C, hydroquinone and RA regimen? I did a salycilic acid peel on Sunday, and then on Thursday did a spot peel with salycilic acid, but my face was not ready for that. I ended up frosting in the 4 spots very quickly, and need to wash off the acid immediately. How soon can I start the post treatment?
I am watching this late, I want to purchase some of your product. I am getting to the end of some of my stuff. ( the ordinary, madd hippie, etc) where are your products for sale?
Hi Cody, I'm curious if, and how you lighten melasma and sun spots on rosacea skin that is also photosensitive.