But when I tried the product again two days later (and for every subsequent use), no redness occurred. My cheeks turned bright pink (think: vintage Santa Claus illustrations), although they soon calmed down. The first time I applied it, I got a bit worried. (Note: Not to sound too much like The New York Times Cooking app, but work quickly here the product re-separates pretty fast.) I shook up the concoction to activate it, then used the dropper to dispense the product into my hand, then onto my face. A quick Google helped me out, but still, it was an extra step. My first mistake was throwing out the box the instructions aren’t on the bottle itself, so I instantly forgot how often to use it, how much to use, and any other steps. But I’m only human, and it’s hard to resist any new La Mer product, peel or not. I’m also an under-exfoliator (in the eyes of some, anyway in my mind, I carry out the step just enough). I have fair, sensitive skin, and tend to be a little wary of peels. Lindy Segal, interim digital beauty director Thus, despite my somewhat uncertain start, I’m pleased with the results and would recommend the peel to anyone with aging skin (and a sizable beauty budget) seeking a gentle, effective exfoliator. My skin does look and feel smoother-and, as importantly, it’s not red or flaky. I’ve now been using the peel for a few weeks, applying it every two to three nights and layering a moisturizer on top. Price/ValueĪ little solution goes a long way-a good thing given the $270 price. Does that mean every night? Or every two to three nights … upping the frequency as my tolerance increases? My skin can be sensitive, and this peel is packed with multiple hydroxy acids (alpha, beta, and poly)-a recipe, in my mind, for potential irritation. The directions simply say: Apply to clean skin in the evening. Ease of UseĪs the oldest member of the BAZAAR beauty team, I’ve tried more than a few exfoliating products and consider myself fairly skincare savvy. I skipped the next night, applying on the third night and waking up to the same result: soft, comfortable skin. The next morning my skin was smooth, clear, and not at all red-a good sign. Then, I topped it with a moisturizer to minimize any risk of inflammation. I proceeded with caution-as directed, I applied the peel in the evening after cleansing, dispensing the solution into my palm, then pressing it into my skin.
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