Is Dermarolling or Microneedling Safe? Does It Work?

Well, after doing a bit of research on dermarolling and microneedling, which I share in my latest YouTube video, Dermarolling and Microneedling: Is It Safe? Does It Work?, it seems the latest beauty craze is another in the risky category.  We really have to be careful these days about what's being promoted as the latest and greatest anti-aging beauty treatment. Products are getting riskier and riskier to the health of our skin and bodies. With the help of social media, the movement into cosmeceuticals (part cosmetics and part pharmaceutical drugs) has been swift and the derma roller is no exception. It's another in the category of medical-type therapies to enhance beauty. The derma roller was invented as tool to better deliver pharmaceutical drugs into the human body and next thing you know it has found its way into the beauty world. It promises smoother skin, fading of acne scars, stretch marks, and hyperpigmentation, and even claims to help prevent aging by activating collagen production. There is no shortage of beauty gurus on YouTube and the internet promoting its use. However, BUYER BEWARE on this one, because it also comes with great risk to your health.

Several of my viewers asked me whether I would review the dermaroller and micro needling and also wanted to know if I used it on my own skin. So, in my latest video below I share that information, which is honest and truthful as always. You will learn all about this so-called anti-aging beauty treatment. Be sure to check out the comments below the video too, so you can hear the experiences of others who have used it. It's eye opening. You will be surprised that something so popular in the beauty community is actually quite harmful for your skin and fraught with risk to your health. If you are currently using this device on your skin, or if you are considering using it, don't wait another minute, watch my video so you can make an informed and educated decision. We live in a world that is product and revenue driven, please always be aware of that. Unfortunately, when products become popular, especially if the message is delivered by someone you like and enjoy watching to, then people tend to let their guards down and can often just follow the crowd, thinking that if everyone is doing it, it must be safe and it must work. Not the case. Sadly, it's about making money at the expense of women's insecurities about their looks and aging; a marketing tactic that has been used on women for decades. So when someone is trying to convince you to injure yourself in the name of beauty and looking younger, tell them no thanks!

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-YouTips4U

 

The Best Way To Stop Your Feet From Aching

Are aching feet and legs holding you back in life? Do you find yourself having to sit or put your feet up after only a couple of hours of standing or walking? Well, one of the easiest and simplest ways to remedy that problem is to buy better shoes! Shoes that have arch support and heel cushioning, and fit properly. I made a decision about 12 years ago, that I would no longer buy cheap shoes with zero support ever again, no matter how cute or trendy they were, and I stuck to it. I had already done that in my early 20s with my professional shoes, now it was time to do it with my casual shoes as well. Gone were the Uggs, the thin flip flops and sandals, and any sneaker that wasn't cushioned enough. That meant Payless was off my radar for good, and I had to give up my long-standing love affair with Nike! I was sticking to real fabrics and materials, support, and comfort. Yes, that meant paying more for shoes and even switching sneaker brands, but in the long run it was worth every penny and my time because I was comfortable, and my feet felt wonderful. By the way, if your feet feel good, your back feels good too. So if by chance you are having some back issues, you may want to key in to what's going on with your feet and your gait. I pay careful attention to my sneakers now. I buy the best in a brand's line, and as soon as they get too worn on the soles, I buy new ones. I put a lot of miles on my sneakers, and my knees feel it right away when the soles of my sneakers become too worn; I don't even have to look. My rule of thumb has made a world of difference in my life. I can stay on the go for hours and I no longer get foot pain or leg pain. In my latest YouTube video below I feature my favorite go-to brand for comfortable, supportive, and durable shoes, Merrell. I ordered some of their new shoes for spring and did an unboxing video to share with you all. I hope I will inspire you to value and honor your feet and buy comfortable, supportive shoes. I hope you will try Merrell, they are terrific shoes; I tell you all about them in my video.

Best Beauty Products of 2018

Every year at this time, I share my Best Beauty Products of the Year video on YouTube. It features my top beauty product picks for the year. Each year I have a different mix of goodies to share with you and this year is no different, although I do have less products to share this year than prior years. Unfortunately, quite a few of the products I tried this year, I would not recommend, like the liquid glitter eye shadow that made my eyelids red and puffy. Or several of the waterproof eyeliners that made me feel like I had tape on my eyelids, or even the two eyeshadow palettes I tried based on recommendations from beauty gurus that I found to have no spreadability and not enough pigment. Nevertheless, I have some winners for you! Products I tried and loved and will be continuing to use into the new year and beyond. Please watch my video below and share it to help others discover new and wonderful products. If you missed any of my prior years' best beauty products videos, please go to my channel (link is over to the right of my blog) and watch those videos too. I share so many great products that I don't want you to miss out on!

-YouTips4U