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- dan0808Sep 1, 2019 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Cons1. Stiff dropper As mentioned in many reviews, the dropper is quite stiff, making it difficult to dispense the product, especially given its thick consistency. 2. Didn't notice anti-wrinkle effects I have fine horizontal lines on my forehead, and as I approach my 30s, I'm starting to pay attention to neck wrinkles too. I always apply this product up to my neck, but I haven't seen significant improvements in my forehead lines yet. It might be because I haven't been using it for very long! Since this product doesn't cause any issues for my skin, I plan to continue using it. I'll update this review if I notice any effects on my wrinkles in the future.
TipThis isn't exactly a pro tip, but I use The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid (AHA) 7% Toning Solution for exfoliation. While I'm not sure about compatibility with other AHA products, I've heard that the acidic nature of AHAs can hydrolyze peptides. So on days when I use my exfoliating product, I either skip this serum or use a different one! If you're using any AHA products, it might be worth checking if there are any ingredient conflicts.