I am at the age where im trying to undo skin damage while simultaneously protecting it to slow down aging. I get lots of opportunities to try different products. I am constantly testing and rotating out new things in hopes of perfecting a skin routine that speaks for itself. It was with perfect timing that new Colorescience sent me their Pep Up Collagen Renewal Face & Neck Treatment.
I was recently given a chance to start some microneedling treatments. If you don’t know what that is, it is also known as Collagen Induction Therapy. It’s a cosmetic procedure in which tiny needles puncture the skin which initiates the skin’s repairing process and production of collagen. Collagen and Elastin are the things in our skin that make it elastic, stretchy and plump. Over time we lose that collagen, and our skin “ages” but luckily there are things we can do to help our skin out.
Microneedling also helps the skin absorb product improving their effectiveness simply by the fact that anti-aging ingredients can reach the deeper layers of skin easier. How perfect was is that I had a microneedling treatment and Colorescience’s Pep Up Collagen Renewal Face & Neck Treatment is a topical cream I could also use to boost collagen production as the same time?!
It’s been about three weeks since I had my treatment and began using Pep Up. I love that i’m treating my skin to some of the very best ingredients that fights the signs of aging. Pep Up contains Decaplex 10 – a unique blend of peptides that boost collagen, Hyaluronic Acid that attracts moisture and plumps the skin, Phytomoist which hydrates the skin 4 times better than HA, along with powerful antioxidants and skin soothers that calm and protect the skin from infrared radiation. Did you know that even blue light from our laptops and cell phones can cause UV damage? Colorescience Pep Up also has an antioxidants that protects the skin against it!
While microneedling can only be done every month or so at first and later put on a maintenance schedule, good skincare is something that needs to be considered daily. I like that I’ll be able to help enhance the results of my microneedling with something simple I can do at home. Skin treatments can be pricey so I would be crazy to not continue on with a skincare protocol that will help maintain the results.
The treatment feels like you’re putting a light moisturizer on. It’s easy to spread and usually takes me 1.5-2 pumps per use. I am also using this in both the morning and evening for maximum results. I find it best to apply this to steamed (fresh out of the shower) or slightly wet skin. I sometimes like to use a hydrating mist and then apply and massage in until fully absorbed.
While my skin feels pretty fantastic after a hydrating spray or serum and Pep Up, I like to still use a little foundation and concealer to even out skin tone and conceal my dark circles. Their Tint Du Soleil Whipped Foundation and 3-in-1 Total Eye Treatment is great for this and wears well over Pep Up.
I’m still a few weeks out on really being able to report “results” from Colorescience Pep Up, but confident that it will help keep my skin plump and healthy looking. Colorescience has grown to be one of my favorite brands that I reach for regularly whether its their brush on sunscreen, foundation, eye treatment or bronzer. I’ve gifted the brand to friends for the holidays and regularly recommend them when anyone mentions sun protection.
Have you tried Colorscience before? Which items have you tried? There are still so many things I have on my list!
If you like clean or minimalistic beauty — look to @irisandromeo ! They just came out with their new LASH UP peptide mascara and I was curious how it would compare to a similar one that I love.
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I&R’s Lash Up has a curved brush to reach even those tiny lashes and the brush comes out mostly clean (i dont need to wipe with tissue first).I found it easy to comb through any areas that applied to much, and my lashes don’t feel crunchy. It was easier to remove than my other favorite mascara from beautycounter so that’s a big plus!
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Never thought a red blush would work for me, yet here we are. 😍@pixibeauty On-the-glow Blush and Lip Glow in Ruby. A sheer red that comes in a vegan formula.
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@urbandecaycosmetics just came out with a new foundation! Their Face Bond Triple Power Foundation has 24 HR wear, niacinamide serum, and setting powder, all in one formula!
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The natural finish can offer more coverage if applied with fingers, or less when using a sponge. This sponge they sent me is so perfect and bouncy. Urban decay – please make this sponge available somewhere!
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As someone who usually goes FULL DEWY I can appreciate this formula for staying lightweight while covering the areas that need more help. It doesn’t look dry on normal/dry 40+ skin, and can withstand the AZ heat! The skincare benefits are always an added plus!
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Want to give it a try?
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Buildable color lip tints from @mineralfusion are at @target !
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several shades available in a formula that smooths and moisturizes the lips with shea butter, coconut oil, cocoa butter and peptides. All with a vanilla-mint hint to them!
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See all the shades in my stories!)
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Consumption of fashion has increased over the years and we all have closets that may be a bit too stuffed. That’s where @trashie comes to help! #sponsored
Trashie is a service to repurpose used clothes and stop them from ending up in landfills. Not only clothes though! They accept towels, sheets, shoes, handbags, stuffed animals, and a lot more as long as it’s in good shape!
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It was so simple to order a trashie bag, fill it with things I no longer need, and send it off where it could be properly handled.
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Best of all? I earn TrashieCash for the bags I send back, which can be used on all sorts of rewards like UberEats, Amazon, and more! And the stuff that I send them that can’t be reused is properly handled by a responsibly managed landfill.
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Trashie sorts and grades everything in the US so that 90%+ of what gets sent in, stays out of the trash!
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#CEFALYpartner Life before @cefaly_official was different. I had days wasted on the couch suffering from migraine pain that took me out for the day (or days). Medicine, ice packs, quietness and darkness were needed too often, ruining my productivity, and making me feel terrible about myself.
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Fast-forward to a few months ago when I started using Cefaly and can now manage my migraine attacks and don’t get them nearly as often. A preventative treatment helps me avoid taking medication and allows me to get on with my day.
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I can do the things I want to do with Cefaly and no amount of ibuprofen or RX would compare to that.
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I have never heard of this brand before, but this sounds like a wonderful anti-aging product for the face and neck!
I haven’t tried Colorscience products but when I read great things about them like you’ve written I really would enjoy trying some.
Excited to see the final results in a few weeks!
I love the brush on sunscreen!
I love Colorescience! They make great skincare.
I’ve never tried Colorscience before but I’ve heard great things about them in the past.
I hadn’t heard of this brand – it sounds nice! Do you know if it’s Cruelty Free?
Yes, they are cruelty free! A fantastic brand to look into if you follow CF brands
I love radiofrequency microneedling, it’s a step up approach than traditional in-clinic microneedling… which reminds me I need to get one done soon!
This brand is great! I used some of their color correcting products to even out the skin tone, especially the one that helps neutralize redness.
I have been really tempted to use their powdered sunscreen for some time!
Colorescience is a great brand and this product sounds perfect for the treatments you are receiving.
Ohhh I don’t know much about this cream but it sounds great!
This sounds nice, will be neat to hear about the long term results!
I hadn’t heard of this brand before! I’m interested in seeing how it would work for my skin.
This is a new to me brand but sounds intriguing! I would love to try that 3 in 1 eye treatment!
Oh I’d love to try this! I take collagen in my coffee every morning but know I need it on my neck area!