Words cannot express how thankful I am that you helped me with this. I've spent my entire life piling makeup on my face. I will take before pictures but I will not post them until my face is gorgeous...lol I hope :)

The reason why a clarisonic brush is more expensive is because it oscillates. Meaning it goes back and forth very quickly, pushing impurities OUT of your skin.

Most, if not all of the lesser expensive brands have brushes that make a full circle, this actually grounds dirt and impurities into the skin.

The only thing I know that for sure will work in reversing some signs of aging are products with retinol and hylourionic (sp?) acid. I love La Mer's regenerating serum, it got my friends frown line out of her forhead in 30 days. I also like Lancome's Genifique serum, I have heard super good results from the gals in my yoga class.

A good moisturizer is Chanel's Sublimage, but if you don't want to spend a lot of money I would just focus on getting a good serum and use a less expensive moisturizer and sunblock.

Exfoliating also helps as it is turning your skin's cell cycle over more quickly.

I prefer to use a non-granular one like YSL or SK-II's skin refining treatment. It exfoliates without abrasion.

Hope this helps :)

Feed Your Face: 10 Foods for Better Skin
 

Face Food #1: Avocados
This creamy, green fruit is abundant in essential oils and B-complex vitamins that nourish your skin, inside and out.

Niacin (vitamin B3) is especially important for healthy skin, and avocados contain lots of it. Niacin, an anti-inflammatory, soothes irritated skin and red, blotchy skin. One avocado has 3.8 mg niacin – 27% of your daily need.




Face Food #2: Mangoes
Mangoes have more than 80% of your daily requirements for vitamin A, which is why they’re such a great face food. Vitamin A maintains and repairs skin cells; a deficiency will result in a dry, flaky complexion.

As an antioxidant, vitamin A also fights free radical damage that can prematurely age the skin. And with fewer than 70 calories per serving, this succulent fruit is the perfect pick for your figure, not just your face.



Face Food #3: Almonds
Not only is it a gorgeous shape for your eyes, almonds are also great for your complexion. With 150% of your daily need for vitamin E, it’s no wonder that getting a bit nutty is good for you.

Vitamin E's rich oils moisturize dry skin, and its antioxidants protect against skin damage and premature aging.


Face Food #4: Cottage Cheese
Dairy is good for your bones and face. But it’s the selenium in cottage cheese, not the calcium, that makes us wild for the creamy curds.

Selenium, an essential mineral, teams up with vitamin E as a powerful free radical-fighting antioxidant duo. Plus, it’ll protect against skin cancer and fight dandruff.



Face Food #5: Acerola Cherries
Your average cherry doesn’t supply a lot of vitamin C, but that’s not true for Acerolas. One of these cherries supplies 100% of your daily allowance for vitamin C, which is great news for your skin.

As an antioxidant, vitamin C fights skin damage and wrinkles. It also plays a central role in the production of collagen, the structural protein in your skin.



Face Food #6: Oysters
Whether they’re an aphrodisiac or not, oysters are a love fest for skin. They fight pimples because they’re rich in zinc. The mineral affects sebum production, a deficiency may contribute to acne.

Zinc also helps boost elastin (the skin's elastic protein) production with the help of vitamin C.


Face Food #7: Baked Potatoes
Set aside the greasy French fries. A plump, steaming baked potato is good for your skin.

Eat one baked potato (with the skin) to get 75% of your daily copper need.

This essential mineral works with vitamin C and zinc to produce the elastin fibers that support skin structure. Too little copper in your diet can reduce your skin’s ability to heal and cause it to become rigid and lifeless.



Face Food #8: Mushrooms
This fungus isn’t just for soup; it’s rich in riboflavin, a B vitamin that’s vital to your skin. Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is involved in tissue maintenance and repair, and improves skin blemishes caused by rosacea. This vitamin is so important for skin repair that the body uses large amounts after sustaining a burn or wound, or undergoing surgery.



Face Food #9: Flaxseed Oil
It’s no secret that omega 3s are great for your skin, but did you know that flaxseed oil is one of the best sources of this essential fatty acid? That’s great news if you’re not a fish-lover.

Just one teaspoon of flaxseed oil per day provides 2.5 grams of omega 3s, which, in turn, hydrate the skin. Essential fatty acids also dilute sebum and unclog pores that otherwise leads to acne.



Face Food #10: Wheat Germ
Don’t let the “germ” scare you – it’s actually just the embryo within a grain of wheat, and it’s nutritious. Wheat germ is a good source of biotin, a B vitamin that's crucial to skin health. A mild biotin deficiency can cause dermatitis, a condition characterized by itchy, scaly skin.

Sprinkle wheat germ on yogurt for a tasty way to get more biotin in your diet.

For more information click here: Feed Your Face: 10 Foods for Better Skin | Lifescript.com

Is your sunscreen actually protecting you?
 

Read more about the physical versus chemical sunscreen debate here...I've been using the wrong type of sunscreen!

Chemical vs. Physical Sunscreen :: CosMedix.com