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The Original Beauty Bible: Skin Care Facts for Ageless Beauty
The Original Beauty Bible is the ultimate, stand-alone guide for anyone wanting to take the absolute best care of their skin at any age or with any skin-care concern. It is the most exhaustively researched book of its kind. In easy-to-understand steps, you'll find out exactly what you can really do to achieve the skin you want.
- What you can realistically do to minimize and prevent wrinkles
- How to find the ideal solutions for controlling acne
- The truth behind dozens of beauty myths
- How the cosmetics industry lies to women so you never fall prey to misleading advertising again
- What skin-care products should you be using?
- What skin-care ingredients are the most important for everyone regardless of age, skin color, or skin type
- Why sun exposure, irritation, and inflammation are your skin's worst enemies
- What you can realistically do to minimize and prevent wrinkles
- How to find the ideal solutions for controlling acne
- The truth behind dozens of beauty myths
- How the cosmetics industry lies to women so you never fall prey to misleading advertising again
- What skin-care products should you be using?
- What skin-care ingredients are the most important for everyone regardless of age, skin color, or skin type
- Why sun exposure, irritation, and inflammation are your skin's worst enemies
492 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2009
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Paula Begoun
31 books39 followersPaula Begoun is the founder and innovative force behind Paula's Choice skin care and cosmetics. She is the author of 18 self-published books, the best-selling ones are on skin care. She has a flourishing website selling her books and her cosmetics. The author has appeared on many chat shows and Paula, nor any of her team, are dermatologists or qualified in any way medically.
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January 31, 2021
I loved this book. It was extremely informative with in-depth coverage of many topics. What I particularly love about this book is that she backs up her claims with countless references to scholarly journals. I would have liked to seen a section on hair care, however, as well as a full index at the back.
Notes I took:
Protecting skin from sun: good choice to consider sunscreens with the inert minerals titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
All skin types need a moisturizer (should have these ingredients: antioxidants, cell-communicating ingredients, skin-identical ingredients, anti-irritants) to help skin maintain structure and function more normally. Gels and liquids (water-based) best for oily/combination skin, serums and light lotions best for normal to slightly dry skin, more emollient (e.g. cocoa butter, mineral oil, ...) lotions and creams best for dry skin. Antioxidants include vitamins C and E, as well as green tea, turmeric, ... They deteriorate when exposed to air and light, so buy moisturizers packaged in an opaque container. Skin-identical ingredients are the stuff between cells that keeps them connected and helps them maintain their structure (like mortar between bricks, e.g., hyaluronic acid). Helps skin to keep the water it has. Cell-communicating ingredients help cells function more normally (e.g., niacinamide, adenosine triphosphate, Vitamin A (retinol)). Anti-irritants allow skin healing time and can reduce damage caused by sources of external damage (e.g., aloe, vitamin C, willow bark). Skip the eye cream-they're no different from moisturizers.
Exfoliating: most effective are pH-correct alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs, e.g., glycolic or lactic acid) and beta hydroxy acid (BHA, e.g., salicylic acid)), not scrubs. As we get older, top, dead layer of skin skills lose ability to reproduce in a healthy, normal manner. Plus, sun damage causes outer skin to thicken and lower skin to lose elasticity and thickness. Exfoliating removes thick, outer layer. BHAs are best for people with acne because they're lipid-(oil) soluble. You can apply an AHA/BHA 1-2 x a day, including around eye, after face is cleansed and before putting on moisturizer. "AHAs work best at concentrations of 5% to 10% with a pH of 3 to 4, meaning it should be is second or third on ingredient list.
Basics:
-2xday, Splash skin with tepid water and then clean w/gentle, water-soluble cleanser that matches skin type. (Makeup remover at night). (2xday, use toner w/moisturizer ingredients).
-1-2xday, Exfoliate. If you have acne, use a BHA gel or liquid instead of an AHA.
-Daytime, Sunscreen w/moisturizer ingredients.
-Nighttime, "Moisturizer" w/above ingredients (Retinol is beneficial) & right texture (for normal to dry, use lotion).
-Facial masks are not so beneficial.
Solutions for perimenopause & menopause: Consider talking to physician about hormone replacement therapy, a topical hormone cream/lotion, or alternative HRT. Supplements: soy foods (tofu, soy milk, roasted soy nuts, tempeh), 1-2 T ground flaxseed a day, dong quai (herb), for symptoms: black coh0sh (herb), daily 400 IUs Vitamin E, B vitamins, Evening primrose oil or black currant oil
Solutions for skin lightening: 1-2xday, apply skin-lightening product containing a melanin-inhibiting ingredient such as hydroquinone, vitamin C, arbutin, or azelaic acid
For acne:
-2xday, Splash skin with tepid water and then clean w/gentle, water-soluble cleanser that matches skin type. (Makeup remover at night). (2xday, use toner w/moisturizer ingredients).
-1-2xday, Exfoliate w/a BHA gel or liquid instead of an AHA.
-1-2xday (Morning), Use antibacterial product like benzoyl peroxide (in gel, liquid, or serum form)
-1-2xday (Evening), Use retinoid, e.g., Differen, Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac, ... to improve cell production
-Daytime, Sunscreen in a foundation or pressed powder that has titanium dioxide or zinc oxide as one of active ingredients, to reduce number of products on skin
-Nighttime, "Moisturizer" (gel or lotion) w/above ingredients over dry areas such as the eye, cheeks, or forehead
To get rid of hairs, good methods are waxing (strips; can get kind that melts in microwave and applied with spatula) and sugaring
Medical Corrective Cosmetic Procedures: she gives lots of useful advice and information about this
Body and nail care: Use body wash instead of soap (she suggests specific products). Also use a body scrub for exfoliating from neck down. See p. 375 for callused heels: use callus pads in well-fitting shoes; exfoliate with high-concentration beta hydroxy acid product designed for warts: soak feet in warm water, then apply 5% to 10% salicylic acid cream. For heels: 3-4 times per week, apply Callus Eliminator (found at beauty supply stores) to pedifile or foot-file in shower & gently scrub calluses; 3 times per week, after shower before putting on socks, apply cream or lotion containing 2% salicylic acid (BHA). On days you don't apply BHA, apply an emollient thick moisturizer like pure shea butter or cocoa butter. Do this for several nights and then only use moisturizer and occasionally BHA. See p. 363 for dry hands
Making sense of makeup: Primers: just optional, not really worth it (serums a better choice). Classic makeup: concealer, foundation, powder, contour (optional), blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner, eyebrow color (if needed), lip liner (optional), and lipstick. For each, match skin type and decide on coverage you want.
Concealer (before or after foundation): for under eye mostly, 1-2shades lighter than foundation, but same basic skin tone. Try stick or creamy liquid. Apply dots, and use pat and blend method w/fingers, so you don't wipe it away. Blend edge away from eye so it doesn't disappear, concentrating on inside corner and down to avoid racoon eyes. If no dark circles, you don't need it, or if your foundation is opaque enough. She gives pros and cons of different types of concealers as well as techniques. Foundation: should match your skin exactly (the basic, underlying tone (olive=ashy/green; sallow=yellow/golden; ruddy=pink/red, try neutral beige w/a very slight undertone of yellow. Apply all over face, wait 2 hours, and check outdoors in sunlight, and/or test several at once with stripes. The ones that don't work will have obvious edges. Start looking at a department store or cosmetics boutique where they have lots of testers. Apply with sponge that is flat, square, or round one-quarter-inch-thick, not made of synthetic foam rubber or wedge-shaped. Shiseido, sephora, sonia Kashuk, and Paula's Choice make some excellent sponges and can be washed repeatedly. If neck and face different colors, match more to neck or something in between. Water-based and standard liquid foundations perfect for women with normal to dry skin (or stick, cream-to-powder). To apply, put some on sponge, then dab small dots all over central part of face and over eyes, then spread down and out with buffing motion, and blend, blend, blend. Use clean side to dab and buff away excess. Brushes: Clean natural-haired 1xmo. with shampoo. Use powder only if foundation is too shiny, same color as foundation. Eyeshadow: 4 steps, proceeding from light (just on eyelid or all over entire eye area) to darker (place each progressively darker shade in a more specific section). Powder is most common, applied with brush (size should match eye area). Apply with long, stroking motions, laying strips that overlap and blend. Matte, Neutral color (taupe, brown, gray, ash, beige, black..). Shade eye to accent its shape or to change its shape by using a progress of light to dark colors. Use 1-4 colors. First prime lid with concealer, foundation, or powder. One color: apply all over, from lashes to just under eyebrow. 2 colors: 1 color for eyelid, a shade darker for area from crease to eyebrow. 3 colors: do as with 2, and then apply even darker shade to outside corner of lid or in crease, or on both. 4 colors: 3rd color goes on crease, and 4th to outside corner. To make color of eyes pop, choose contrasting color in a soft tone and apply to lids: hazel eyes become more alive with chestnut and golden brown shades. Eyeliner: shapes, defines eyes, and makes eyelashes look thicker. Stay with black, brown, or gray. She likes gel eyeliner in basic black, dark brown, or gray. As close to lash-line as possible, draw line from inner to outer corner in one stroke, can make thicker toward outer third of lid. Along lower lashes, line only outer two-thirds of eye w/less intense color than upper liner (tan taupe, chestnut, soft black...). Make sure both lines meet at back corner of eye. If over 40, consider not lining inner corner on top or bottom, but can highlight with light shade of matte eye shadow instead. Mascara: use eye curler if you want, walking it along length of lashes. Water-soluble. Round-brush from base up. Use old, clean mascara wand for removing lumps. For lower lashes, use tip of wand. Can wipe wand down first for lighter application. Eyebrows: should be natural in appearance but w/defined arch. Use eyebrow pencil and tweeze to shape. Beginning of eyebrow should line up with center of nostril, the arch should fall on back third of eye, and brow shouldn't extend into temple area. Front part should never fall below back part. Best tweezers are from Revlon or Tweezerman w/rounded tips. Draw on shape first, then tweeze. Next, brush brows straight up with toothbrush. Trim hairs that are too long or sloppy with scissors. Use brow powder or eye shadow to fill in that matches brow color exactly, and use a soft wedge brush or tiny eyeliner brush. Avoid drawing on color above the brow, just at front or underneath. Gels are a good option for making most of sparse, light-colored eyebrows, e.g. Bobbi Brown Natural Brow Shaper. Contouring: creating or increasing shadows in certain areas so face appears to have more structure and definition, using brown tones of blush/powder along sides of nose and forehead, under cheekbones, center of chin. Hard to do. Blush: Apply just to cheekbones, entirely, starting about one-half inch behind laugh lines. (brush downward and back to center of ear). Should be about 2 inches across. Use a powder. Color should complement lipstick. Lipstick and liner (not lip gloss): Apply lip balm with sunscreen underneath or a lipstick with built in sunscreen. Thinner or smaller lips better with brighter, vivid colors. Lip liner optional, but draw along outer line of mouth, not outside; stop before you get to corners of mouth.Use a magnifying mirror to check for details.
Notes I took:
Protecting skin from sun: good choice to consider sunscreens with the inert minerals titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
All skin types need a moisturizer (should have these ingredients: antioxidants, cell-communicating ingredients, skin-identical ingredients, anti-irritants) to help skin maintain structure and function more normally. Gels and liquids (water-based) best for oily/combination skin, serums and light lotions best for normal to slightly dry skin, more emollient (e.g. cocoa butter, mineral oil, ...) lotions and creams best for dry skin. Antioxidants include vitamins C and E, as well as green tea, turmeric, ... They deteriorate when exposed to air and light, so buy moisturizers packaged in an opaque container. Skin-identical ingredients are the stuff between cells that keeps them connected and helps them maintain their structure (like mortar between bricks, e.g., hyaluronic acid). Helps skin to keep the water it has. Cell-communicating ingredients help cells function more normally (e.g., niacinamide, adenosine triphosphate, Vitamin A (retinol)). Anti-irritants allow skin healing time and can reduce damage caused by sources of external damage (e.g., aloe, vitamin C, willow bark). Skip the eye cream-they're no different from moisturizers.
Exfoliating: most effective are pH-correct alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs, e.g., glycolic or lactic acid) and beta hydroxy acid (BHA, e.g., salicylic acid)), not scrubs. As we get older, top, dead layer of skin skills lose ability to reproduce in a healthy, normal manner. Plus, sun damage causes outer skin to thicken and lower skin to lose elasticity and thickness. Exfoliating removes thick, outer layer. BHAs are best for people with acne because they're lipid-(oil) soluble. You can apply an AHA/BHA 1-2 x a day, including around eye, after face is cleansed and before putting on moisturizer. "AHAs work best at concentrations of 5% to 10% with a pH of 3 to 4, meaning it should be is second or third on ingredient list.
Basics:
-2xday, Splash skin with tepid water and then clean w/gentle, water-soluble cleanser that matches skin type. (Makeup remover at night). (2xday, use toner w/moisturizer ingredients).
-1-2xday, Exfoliate. If you have acne, use a BHA gel or liquid instead of an AHA.
-Daytime, Sunscreen w/moisturizer ingredients.
-Nighttime, "Moisturizer" w/above ingredients (Retinol is beneficial) & right texture (for normal to dry, use lotion).
-Facial masks are not so beneficial.
Solutions for perimenopause & menopause: Consider talking to physician about hormone replacement therapy, a topical hormone cream/lotion, or alternative HRT. Supplements: soy foods (tofu, soy milk, roasted soy nuts, tempeh), 1-2 T ground flaxseed a day, dong quai (herb), for symptoms: black coh0sh (herb), daily 400 IUs Vitamin E, B vitamins, Evening primrose oil or black currant oil
Solutions for skin lightening: 1-2xday, apply skin-lightening product containing a melanin-inhibiting ingredient such as hydroquinone, vitamin C, arbutin, or azelaic acid
For acne:
-2xday, Splash skin with tepid water and then clean w/gentle, water-soluble cleanser that matches skin type. (Makeup remover at night). (2xday, use toner w/moisturizer ingredients).
-1-2xday, Exfoliate w/a BHA gel or liquid instead of an AHA.
-1-2xday (Morning), Use antibacterial product like benzoyl peroxide (in gel, liquid, or serum form)
-1-2xday (Evening), Use retinoid, e.g., Differen, Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac, ... to improve cell production
-Daytime, Sunscreen in a foundation or pressed powder that has titanium dioxide or zinc oxide as one of active ingredients, to reduce number of products on skin
-Nighttime, "Moisturizer" (gel or lotion) w/above ingredients over dry areas such as the eye, cheeks, or forehead
To get rid of hairs, good methods are waxing (strips; can get kind that melts in microwave and applied with spatula) and sugaring
Medical Corrective Cosmetic Procedures: she gives lots of useful advice and information about this
Body and nail care: Use body wash instead of soap (she suggests specific products). Also use a body scrub for exfoliating from neck down. See p. 375 for callused heels: use callus pads in well-fitting shoes; exfoliate with high-concentration beta hydroxy acid product designed for warts: soak feet in warm water, then apply 5% to 10% salicylic acid cream. For heels: 3-4 times per week, apply Callus Eliminator (found at beauty supply stores) to pedifile or foot-file in shower & gently scrub calluses; 3 times per week, after shower before putting on socks, apply cream or lotion containing 2% salicylic acid (BHA). On days you don't apply BHA, apply an emollient thick moisturizer like pure shea butter or cocoa butter. Do this for several nights and then only use moisturizer and occasionally BHA. See p. 363 for dry hands
Making sense of makeup: Primers: just optional, not really worth it (serums a better choice). Classic makeup: concealer, foundation, powder, contour (optional), blush, eyeshadow, eyeliner, eyebrow color (if needed), lip liner (optional), and lipstick. For each, match skin type and decide on coverage you want.
Concealer (before or after foundation): for under eye mostly, 1-2shades lighter than foundation, but same basic skin tone. Try stick or creamy liquid. Apply dots, and use pat and blend method w/fingers, so you don't wipe it away. Blend edge away from eye so it doesn't disappear, concentrating on inside corner and down to avoid racoon eyes. If no dark circles, you don't need it, or if your foundation is opaque enough. She gives pros and cons of different types of concealers as well as techniques. Foundation: should match your skin exactly (the basic, underlying tone (olive=ashy/green; sallow=yellow/golden; ruddy=pink/red, try neutral beige w/a very slight undertone of yellow. Apply all over face, wait 2 hours, and check outdoors in sunlight, and/or test several at once with stripes. The ones that don't work will have obvious edges. Start looking at a department store or cosmetics boutique where they have lots of testers. Apply with sponge that is flat, square, or round one-quarter-inch-thick, not made of synthetic foam rubber or wedge-shaped. Shiseido, sephora, sonia Kashuk, and Paula's Choice make some excellent sponges and can be washed repeatedly. If neck and face different colors, match more to neck or something in between. Water-based and standard liquid foundations perfect for women with normal to dry skin (or stick, cream-to-powder). To apply, put some on sponge, then dab small dots all over central part of face and over eyes, then spread down and out with buffing motion, and blend, blend, blend. Use clean side to dab and buff away excess. Brushes: Clean natural-haired 1xmo. with shampoo. Use powder only if foundation is too shiny, same color as foundation. Eyeshadow: 4 steps, proceeding from light (just on eyelid or all over entire eye area) to darker (place each progressively darker shade in a more specific section). Powder is most common, applied with brush (size should match eye area). Apply with long, stroking motions, laying strips that overlap and blend. Matte, Neutral color (taupe, brown, gray, ash, beige, black..). Shade eye to accent its shape or to change its shape by using a progress of light to dark colors. Use 1-4 colors. First prime lid with concealer, foundation, or powder. One color: apply all over, from lashes to just under eyebrow. 2 colors: 1 color for eyelid, a shade darker for area from crease to eyebrow. 3 colors: do as with 2, and then apply even darker shade to outside corner of lid or in crease, or on both. 4 colors: 3rd color goes on crease, and 4th to outside corner. To make color of eyes pop, choose contrasting color in a soft tone and apply to lids: hazel eyes become more alive with chestnut and golden brown shades. Eyeliner: shapes, defines eyes, and makes eyelashes look thicker. Stay with black, brown, or gray. She likes gel eyeliner in basic black, dark brown, or gray. As close to lash-line as possible, draw line from inner to outer corner in one stroke, can make thicker toward outer third of lid. Along lower lashes, line only outer two-thirds of eye w/less intense color than upper liner (tan taupe, chestnut, soft black...). Make sure both lines meet at back corner of eye. If over 40, consider not lining inner corner on top or bottom, but can highlight with light shade of matte eye shadow instead. Mascara: use eye curler if you want, walking it along length of lashes. Water-soluble. Round-brush from base up. Use old, clean mascara wand for removing lumps. For lower lashes, use tip of wand. Can wipe wand down first for lighter application. Eyebrows: should be natural in appearance but w/defined arch. Use eyebrow pencil and tweeze to shape. Beginning of eyebrow should line up with center of nostril, the arch should fall on back third of eye, and brow shouldn't extend into temple area. Front part should never fall below back part. Best tweezers are from Revlon or Tweezerman w/rounded tips. Draw on shape first, then tweeze. Next, brush brows straight up with toothbrush. Trim hairs that are too long or sloppy with scissors. Use brow powder or eye shadow to fill in that matches brow color exactly, and use a soft wedge brush or tiny eyeliner brush. Avoid drawing on color above the brow, just at front or underneath. Gels are a good option for making most of sparse, light-colored eyebrows, e.g. Bobbi Brown Natural Brow Shaper. Contouring: creating or increasing shadows in certain areas so face appears to have more structure and definition, using brown tones of blush/powder along sides of nose and forehead, under cheekbones, center of chin. Hard to do. Blush: Apply just to cheekbones, entirely, starting about one-half inch behind laugh lines. (brush downward and back to center of ear). Should be about 2 inches across. Use a powder. Color should complement lipstick. Lipstick and liner (not lip gloss): Apply lip balm with sunscreen underneath or a lipstick with built in sunscreen. Thinner or smaller lips better with brighter, vivid colors. Lip liner optional, but draw along outer line of mouth, not outside; stop before you get to corners of mouth.Use a magnifying mirror to check for details.
January 20, 2018
Dạo này bị bạn bè chê sao dạo này da xấu quá, sao dạo này ... à mà thôi, khỏi kể đi. Có một đợt là cô bé hờn dỗi thế giới vì mấy chuyện đó nên phải đi tìm tài liệu về skincare để "tút" lại vẻ đẹp vốn có trước đó :))
Giữa một rừng tài liệu skincare, beauty blogger các thể loại, thì toy cũng kiếm ra được một quyển sách mà toy nghĩ phù hợp với toy. Bây giờ, việc skincare đã có ý nghĩa hơn. Skincare cũng giống như chọn bạn đời vậy đó. :)) Something/someone that stands the test of time, being there for you and protecting you over the years.
Có nhiều quan điểm của tác giả, khiến toy cảm thấy rất thích.
Thứ nhất, hãy là một người tiêu dùng thông minh. Đứng trước một rừng dược mỹ phẩm, sản phẩm skincare, mọi người sẽ bị ngộp và có suy nghĩ cái gì giá cao hơn sẽ là tốt hơn. Thiệt ra không phải vậy. (phần này khỏi giải thích đi, vì lười đánh máy ra). À, với lại, mấy cái sản phẩm có chỉ số, chẳng hạn như là kem chống nắng có chỉ số SPF cao, chưa chắc đã chống được nhiều nắng hơn nha. Hiện tại, da mình ngăm ngăm, sống ở môi trường không phải là sa mạc nên mình xài SPF 35 là thấy được rồi. Chứ SPF 40 trở lên là dành cho Fair skin, da trắng, có nguy cơ ung thư da cao hơn. :))
Thứ hai, phân biệt được loại da của bản thân là da khô, da dầu, hay như thế nào để chọn sản phẩm phù hợp.
Thứ ba, lịch skincare đơn giản thôi. Hồi trước toy cũng theo mấy chị Hàn Quốc, ngày ngày làm chục bước. Được một thời gian lười vãi ra. :)) Nếu bạn thuộc đội lười theo cái routine dài ngoằng đó thì chỉ cần chú trọng các việc: bôi kem chống nắng( BẮT BUỘC PHẢI XÀI, BẮT BUỘC PHẢI XÀI, trời ơi, phải nhẩm câu thần chú này chục lần để nằm lòng trong đầu và làm theo), tẩy trang, rửa mặt, tẩy tế bào chết. Thế thôi. :))
Thứ tư, chịu khó ngồi search ingredients , xem cái nào tốt và không tốt. Ít ra thì cũng phải biết đọc các active ingredients trên kem chống nắng. Chẳng hạn như là Aqua là nước, glycerin là chất dẫn, butyl methoxydibenzoymethane, titanium dioxide, mấy cái này quan trọng này. Titanium dioxide chống nắng thì tốt, nhưng có 2 nhược điểm. Một là dùng cho da nhờn thì dễ gây tắc lỗ chân lông, tăng nguy cơ bị trứng cá. Hai là oxit titan có màu trắng nên người ta dễ phát hiện ra là mấy chế bôi cái gì trên mặt. Vân vân và mây mây thứ.
Thứ 5, việc ăn uống, ngủ.
Tóm lại là sách quá hay đi, và toy nghĩ nếu chọn 1 quyển nói về skincare thì toy chỉ chọn quyển này là đủ rồi, không cần tốn thêm tiền mua thiệt nhiều sách skincare về đọc nữa. :)
Giữa một rừng tài liệu skincare, beauty blogger các thể loại, thì toy cũng kiếm ra được một quyển sách mà toy nghĩ phù hợp với toy. Bây giờ, việc skincare đã có ý nghĩa hơn. Skincare cũng giống như chọn bạn đời vậy đó. :)) Something/someone that stands the test of time, being there for you and protecting you over the years.
Có nhiều quan điểm của tác giả, khiến toy cảm thấy rất thích.
Thứ nhất, hãy là một người tiêu dùng thông minh. Đứng trước một rừng dược mỹ phẩm, sản phẩm skincare, mọi người sẽ bị ngộp và có suy nghĩ cái gì giá cao hơn sẽ là tốt hơn. Thiệt ra không phải vậy. (phần này khỏi giải thích đi, vì lười đánh máy ra). À, với lại, mấy cái sản phẩm có chỉ số, chẳng hạn như là kem chống nắng có chỉ số SPF cao, chưa chắc đã chống được nhiều nắng hơn nha. Hiện tại, da mình ngăm ngăm, sống ở môi trường không phải là sa mạc nên mình xài SPF 35 là thấy được rồi. Chứ SPF 40 trở lên là dành cho Fair skin, da trắng, có nguy cơ ung thư da cao hơn. :))
Thứ hai, phân biệt được loại da của bản thân là da khô, da dầu, hay như thế nào để chọn sản phẩm phù hợp.
Thứ ba, lịch skincare đơn giản thôi. Hồi trước toy cũng theo mấy chị Hàn Quốc, ngày ngày làm chục bước. Được một thời gian lười vãi ra. :)) Nếu bạn thuộc đội lười theo cái routine dài ngoằng đó thì chỉ cần chú trọng các việc: bôi kem chống nắng( BẮT BUỘC PHẢI XÀI, BẮT BUỘC PHẢI XÀI, trời ơi, phải nhẩm câu thần chú này chục lần để nằm lòng trong đầu và làm theo), tẩy trang, rửa mặt, tẩy tế bào chết. Thế thôi. :))
Thứ tư, chịu khó ngồi search ingredients , xem cái nào tốt và không tốt. Ít ra thì cũng phải biết đọc các active ingredients trên kem chống nắng. Chẳng hạn như là Aqua là nước, glycerin là chất dẫn, butyl methoxydibenzoymethane, titanium dioxide, mấy cái này quan trọng này. Titanium dioxide chống nắng thì tốt, nhưng có 2 nhược điểm. Một là dùng cho da nhờn thì dễ gây tắc lỗ chân lông, tăng nguy cơ bị trứng cá. Hai là oxit titan có màu trắng nên người ta dễ phát hiện ra là mấy chế bôi cái gì trên mặt. Vân vân và mây mây thứ.
Thứ 5, việc ăn uống, ngủ.
Tóm lại là sách quá hay đi, và toy nghĩ nếu chọn 1 quyển nói về skincare thì toy chỉ chọn quyển này là đủ rồi, không cần tốn thêm tiền mua thiệt nhiều sách skincare về đọc nữa. :)
February 7, 2016
Even though I personally enjoy all of her writing this book was an improvement. Ill go over what I liked the most.
I was very pleased to see Paula recognize a diets role in skin care and recommend eating dark fruits and vegetables. This was good news and this food group can't get enough love at the moment.
Some people who have not heard about her might think from reading the last few books that Paula did not really like natural products. In here she goes over the organic cosmetics industry and shows she is open minded to the idea as long as its beneficial to the skin. I always appreciate her opinion but I liked seeing her being more open minded to this option.
It was also exciting to read news on skin identicle ingredients cell communicating ingredients and antioxidants. A lot of this reasearch is still in its infancy but the future is looking bright.
She did not do reviews but I read her other books she recently published and yes she does recommend her own products line but admits she could adjust some things on the line. Keep in mind too that she is the only line that re commends other brands. Critics have been harsh on her about this . On a personal note I tried some things from her line and she has a good return policy and sends free samples. Most people should keep in mind that she needs to make a living too so Back off.
I just want to say that she seems more optimistic in this book. Paul's rants and I like her rants but that is not her only side. I was pleased with everything about this book.
I was very pleased to see Paula recognize a diets role in skin care and recommend eating dark fruits and vegetables. This was good news and this food group can't get enough love at the moment.
Some people who have not heard about her might think from reading the last few books that Paula did not really like natural products. In here she goes over the organic cosmetics industry and shows she is open minded to the idea as long as its beneficial to the skin. I always appreciate her opinion but I liked seeing her being more open minded to this option.
It was also exciting to read news on skin identicle ingredients cell communicating ingredients and antioxidants. A lot of this reasearch is still in its infancy but the future is looking bright.
She did not do reviews but I read her other books she recently published and yes she does recommend her own products line but admits she could adjust some things on the line. Keep in mind too that she is the only line that re commends other brands. Critics have been harsh on her about this . On a personal note I tried some things from her line and she has a good return policy and sends free samples. Most people should keep in mind that she needs to make a living too so Back off.
I just want to say that she seems more optimistic in this book. Paul's rants and I like her rants but that is not her only side. I was pleased with everything about this book.
October 9, 2011
I love this book so far. It talks about the science behind cosmetics, and it's a serious eye opener. Every page educates the reader in an easy to read way. For example, did you know that "hypo-allergenic" has no meaning whatsoever when found on a product you're buying? This is important information!
March 21, 2023
TLDR; I took brief notes on all the sections that were regular people (sorry for those with unique skin conditions). View them here: https://www.notion.so/ingridnkenlifac...
I really only read 50% of this book, skimmed through 25%, and am saving the other 25% in the event that in old age, I ‘ll need a guide for curing wrinkles, psoriasis, cellulite, etc. But this was so informative, golly.
Pros:
This is a very extensive and comprehensive guide on skincare. It really deserves the title "The Original Skincare Bible." This is a 500-page behemoth of a book that covers every topic under the sun (pun definitely intended) from skincare to hair care to body care & cosmetic surgery. However skincare is where its focus is. And I was thoroughly impressed by the wealth of knowledge shared about skin. By the end of the book I became educated on what works for my skin type , the science behind certain ingredients, and the products to buy and avoid at the drugstore.
From a new skincare enthusiast's perspective, this book is amazing. It's hard to find books that really delve into the nitty gritty and cover all types of skin. This book is inclusive of skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, etc. And this book is fortunately NOT one of those “clean/green” beauty guides that touts the use of all-natural, fruit-citrus-essential-oils-steamed-cocoa-beans-from-Guatemala skincare that’s ripped off from ancient native peoples customs and resold for hundreds of dollars. The green/natural lifestyle has its limitations with skin in my opinion, and an author who isn't afraid to shine a light on the dubious claims of the industry is trustworthy in my book.
Cons
However there were some cons I found. For one, I was disappointed in the fact that the author basically glossed over the skincare needs of darker-skinned (African American, Latino, and Asian) people, saying that “skin is skin” no matter the color. I disagree vehemently. The amount of melanin or collagen you/I produce affects the way you/I navigate skincare. Especially considering most skincare companies only make products with lighter skin-tones in mind. It begs the question, where are all the skincare brands for medium/dark-toned people who suffer with melasma, post inflammatory hyperpigmentation but can’t use high concentrations of glycolic acid or hydroquinone to mitigate the effects?
I do appreciate Begoun referencing black dermatologists and doctors like Dr. Susan Taylor to give credit to the people before her who gave life to these issues. I just know there’s room to include more POC in the discussion on skincare.
Also, I noticed the chapters on body, nail, and hair care are only around a chapter each and not as extensive as the topic of skincare. This can be expected but also irritating considering it’s a “Beauty” Bible and not a “Skincare Bible”, as the book’s title implies. You may want to defer to other resources for more extensive advice on dental hygiene (which I did), nail care, and hair care.
Another critique that is more geared towards the writing and not the content of the book, is I was thrown off at times by how vitriolic the author seemed towards the cosmetics industry. I suspect there are political reasons at play here. One, the author clearly states they’re not chemists. They are not cosmetologists or dermatologists. They don’t have a degree in skincare nor did they study in the field. Begoun is simply a skincare enthusiast who happened to acquire the same knowledge as the people in the business of selling and upgrading skincare. Obviously the cosmetics industry would see someone with her skill and no BS approach as a threat. But some passages felt like Paula was punching first to avoid being the one punched under, like the friend who joins the bully circle to avoid getting bullied.
Only for her to later say that the cosmetics industry is still a much preferable alternative to all-natural or DIY skincare. Just seems to straddle two sides of the fence there. But I guess that's also part of her personality? Which, in a book laden with so much brain-bursting scientific information can be a relief, but vapidness isn't great either. For example in Chapter 1, she cheekily says that the ‘10th commandment of beauty care’ is "Thou shalt not look up to anorexic stick thin models..." or something of that nature, and that didn't sit well with me. So I could've done with less of the passive aggressive humor and fence straddling in those regards.
Still, that doesn't negate the wealth of information this book carries . I truly recommend it for all ages, ethnicities and skin types to start your skincare journey.
I really only read 50% of this book, skimmed through 25%, and am saving the other 25% in the event that in old age, I ‘ll need a guide for curing wrinkles, psoriasis, cellulite, etc. But this was so informative, golly.
Pros:
This is a very extensive and comprehensive guide on skincare. It really deserves the title "The Original Skincare Bible." This is a 500-page behemoth of a book that covers every topic under the sun (pun definitely intended) from skincare to hair care to body care & cosmetic surgery. However skincare is where its focus is. And I was thoroughly impressed by the wealth of knowledge shared about skin. By the end of the book I became educated on what works for my skin type , the science behind certain ingredients, and the products to buy and avoid at the drugstore.
From a new skincare enthusiast's perspective, this book is amazing. It's hard to find books that really delve into the nitty gritty and cover all types of skin. This book is inclusive of skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, etc. And this book is fortunately NOT one of those “clean/green” beauty guides that touts the use of all-natural, fruit-citrus-essential-oils-steamed-cocoa-beans-from-Guatemala skincare that’s ripped off from ancient native peoples customs and resold for hundreds of dollars. The green/natural lifestyle has its limitations with skin in my opinion, and an author who isn't afraid to shine a light on the dubious claims of the industry is trustworthy in my book.
Cons
However there were some cons I found. For one, I was disappointed in the fact that the author basically glossed over the skincare needs of darker-skinned (African American, Latino, and Asian) people, saying that “skin is skin” no matter the color. I disagree vehemently. The amount of melanin or collagen you/I produce affects the way you/I navigate skincare. Especially considering most skincare companies only make products with lighter skin-tones in mind. It begs the question, where are all the skincare brands for medium/dark-toned people who suffer with melasma, post inflammatory hyperpigmentation but can’t use high concentrations of glycolic acid or hydroquinone to mitigate the effects?
I do appreciate Begoun referencing black dermatologists and doctors like Dr. Susan Taylor to give credit to the people before her who gave life to these issues. I just know there’s room to include more POC in the discussion on skincare.
Also, I noticed the chapters on body, nail, and hair care are only around a chapter each and not as extensive as the topic of skincare. This can be expected but also irritating considering it’s a “Beauty” Bible and not a “Skincare Bible”, as the book’s title implies. You may want to defer to other resources for more extensive advice on dental hygiene (which I did), nail care, and hair care.
Another critique that is more geared towards the writing and not the content of the book, is I was thrown off at times by how vitriolic the author seemed towards the cosmetics industry. I suspect there are political reasons at play here. One, the author clearly states they’re not chemists. They are not cosmetologists or dermatologists. They don’t have a degree in skincare nor did they study in the field. Begoun is simply a skincare enthusiast who happened to acquire the same knowledge as the people in the business of selling and upgrading skincare. Obviously the cosmetics industry would see someone with her skill and no BS approach as a threat. But some passages felt like Paula was punching first to avoid being the one punched under, like the friend who joins the bully circle to avoid getting bullied.
Only for her to later say that the cosmetics industry is still a much preferable alternative to all-natural or DIY skincare. Just seems to straddle two sides of the fence there. But I guess that's also part of her personality? Which, in a book laden with so much brain-bursting scientific information can be a relief, but vapidness isn't great either. For example in Chapter 1, she cheekily says that the ‘10th commandment of beauty care’ is "Thou shalt not look up to anorexic stick thin models..." or something of that nature, and that didn't sit well with me. So I could've done with less of the passive aggressive humor and fence straddling in those regards.
Still, that doesn't negate the wealth of information this book carries . I truly recommend it for all ages, ethnicities and skin types to start your skincare journey.
December 20, 2009
Yes, it's truly amazing that it deserved 5 star.
Saya belajar banyak sekali dari buku ini tentang ada apa di balik industri kecantikan, kebohongan-kebohongan dan mitos yang diciptakan atau sengaja dilanggengkan industri kecantikan untuk kepentingan mereka sendiri.
Yang menarik dari beauty bible ini adalah Paula selalu mendasarkan saran atau bantahannya berdasarkan ilmu pengetahuan atau riset yang telah dilakukan, termasuk hal-hal yang seringkali menjadi perdebatan di forum-forum seperti mengenai penggunaan talc, paraben, SLS dan lan-lain. Terdapat juga sejumlah solusi untuk masalah yang biasa dihadapi seperti keriput, jerawat, bintik matahari, dan lain-lain.
Kalaupun ada hal yang mengganggu untuk sebagian orang adalah bahwa Paula juga mengiklankan produknya sendiri. Hal ini mungkin terasa tidak etis, seakan-akan Paula menjelekkan produk lain untuk menjual produk sendiri. Tetapi perlu dicatat bahwa ia juga memberikan alternatif lain selain produknya.
Saya belajar banyak sekali dari buku ini tentang ada apa di balik industri kecantikan, kebohongan-kebohongan dan mitos yang diciptakan atau sengaja dilanggengkan industri kecantikan untuk kepentingan mereka sendiri.
Yang menarik dari beauty bible ini adalah Paula selalu mendasarkan saran atau bantahannya berdasarkan ilmu pengetahuan atau riset yang telah dilakukan, termasuk hal-hal yang seringkali menjadi perdebatan di forum-forum seperti mengenai penggunaan talc, paraben, SLS dan lan-lain. Terdapat juga sejumlah solusi untuk masalah yang biasa dihadapi seperti keriput, jerawat, bintik matahari, dan lain-lain.
Kalaupun ada hal yang mengganggu untuk sebagian orang adalah bahwa Paula juga mengiklankan produknya sendiri. Hal ini mungkin terasa tidak etis, seakan-akan Paula menjelekkan produk lain untuk menjual produk sendiri. Tetapi perlu dicatat bahwa ia juga memberikan alternatif lain selain produknya.
January 29, 2020
Hard going as this is essentially a text book. Useful tips though would have appreciated a more updated version.
November 10, 2012
The claims in this book are extensively well researched with several citations of studies from the last 10 years of research for each topic. This reliance on research can be a double edge sword. While I appreciate the extensive use of scientific evidence, it certainly makes for dry and technical reading. In fact, I would contrast this with No More Dirty Looks, which spun a story that was terrifying and then used that fear to to make their presentation of the data seem reasonable. Since having looked into the research on cosmetics and skin care more and talking with my dermatologist I realized how biased No More Dirty Looks is, but after reading The Original Beauty Bible it is easy to see why that alternate text is more popular. I wish that Begoun had the same ability as O'Connor & Spunt to weave a story that would make the science engaging.
June 21, 2014
An incredibly informative book,
The Beauty Bible
covers everything you could ever dream of in regards to the beauty industry. Paula Begoun discusses how the industry works from the ingredients it uses to the studies it uses to "prove" a product works; brands, marketing, cosmeceuticals, advertising, fear mongering are all included; Begoun discusses natural vs synthetic, what those terms really mean and how they affect products; everything from hair, nails, make-up, skin care, even cosmetic surgery is covered along with solutions to common problems and myth busting. Incredible "truths" that almost everyone believes and recites religiously are dispelled, while technical terms are explained in detail with little bias. The claims in
The Beauty Bible
have been extensively well researched providing citations of studies and while a little dry due to the technical nature, anyone with an invested interest in beauty should read this book above all others.
May 5, 2016
The book itself is quite well researched with references to relevant studies.
However, it is impossible not to see a discrepancy between the book and her own brand.
In the book, she is against marketing of "all natural" products, while she offers Earth Sourced Set on her website.
Also, she theoretically questions effeciency of masks and serums, yet she sells them herself at the same time! :)
I also disagree with her praise of exfoliants. How can soaking your skin with acid as often as twice a day (!!!) be healthy? Yes, she gives references to studies that support her claims (probably she was already selling exfoliants at the time of writing) but there can only be negative consequences to daily disruption of your skin's protective barrier. Stratum corneum are not just some random dead cells that can be removed. They have a function. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
To sum up, Paula's book appears to be based on research and contains some interesting information. However, her own brand Paula's Choice does not offer products based on her own philosophy and she also gives some potentionally health damaging advice.
However, it is impossible not to see a discrepancy between the book and her own brand.
In the book, she is against marketing of "all natural" products, while she offers Earth Sourced Set on her website.
Also, she theoretically questions effeciency of masks and serums, yet she sells them herself at the same time! :)
I also disagree with her praise of exfoliants. How can soaking your skin with acid as often as twice a day (!!!) be healthy? Yes, she gives references to studies that support her claims (probably she was already selling exfoliants at the time of writing) but there can only be negative consequences to daily disruption of your skin's protective barrier. Stratum corneum are not just some random dead cells that can be removed. They have a function. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
To sum up, Paula's book appears to be based on research and contains some interesting information. However, her own brand Paula's Choice does not offer products based on her own philosophy and she also gives some potentionally health damaging advice.
May 18, 2014
This is a great reference book for all things beauty! I am a HUGE fan of Paula Begoun and her research team. This book covers everything from skin care to plastic surgery procedures. Paula tells the truth and can show you where to find the valid, unbiased research that backs up the truth.
Because of the fact new research comes out every day, it is possible that some things in the book can be slightly outdated. One great thing about Paula and her team is they have made their extensive research on products and all things beauty available for free on the website www.beautypedia.com. Also, her team is very involved with social media outlets such as Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. Have a specific question? Post a question on Facebook, and they are sure to get back to you! Now that is customer service!
Because of the fact new research comes out every day, it is possible that some things in the book can be slightly outdated. One great thing about Paula and her team is they have made their extensive research on products and all things beauty available for free on the website www.beautypedia.com. Also, her team is very involved with social media outlets such as Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook. Have a specific question? Post a question on Facebook, and they are sure to get back to you! Now that is customer service!
September 18, 2009
3rd edition, great info. Very interesting info about some stuff, pretty technical in parts, but helpful and well done.
August 2, 2012
Very necessary information about Cosmetic Companies and the lies they tell.
September 16, 2014
An essential tool in discovering how to find your skin type in order to choose products that actually work for you. Take the guesswork out of shopping, and spend wisely on your favorite brands!
December 26, 2015
*peluk erat Paula Begoun*
i wish i read this sooner..
i wish i read this sooner..
April 14, 2021
5 stars, in which I think everyone should read if they want to learn how to choose skincare products on their own, or simply just want to know more about skincare.
This book is a bible for that.
This book is a bible for that.
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