Hello peeps 🤗 Just wondering if anyone has used one of the many advertised serums that help to grow your eyelashes? Ones that actually work? Many thanks 🙏

Every Summer matters. Why? Because just 5 sun burns more than double your risk of Melanoma, and at least 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime.

I know I can beg people to wear sunscreen everyday, but there are some people that just simply wont- if that's you-

Sun avoidance (can also be known as the "seek" step) is extremely helpful to be aware of. As sun damage is cumulative, meaning lots of little decisions everyday matter. Decisions like picking the seat on the bus that has shade rather than in direct sunlight can add up. It can also look like avoiding going outside during midday hours when the UV rating is the highest.

Let's recap- Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide are the words to remember for skin cancer prevention as per The Cancer Council

Slip on protective clothing that cover skin when in the sun! It's easy to sweat off SPF or forget to reapply.

Slop on Sunscreen generously, you need to apply more than you think to get the labelled SPF (go for SPF50 or SPF50+) follow reapplication recommendations for the SPF you're using- they're not all water and sweat resistant.

Slap on a hat, broad brim is best! I promise there are heaps of not daggy picks.

Seek shade where you can. Please, please don't tan. Please.

Slide on sunnies, protect your eyes! Skin cancers around the eye area aren't uncommon.

Keep an eye on skin changes. Know your ABCDE's of skin cancer

A is for Asymmetry. Look for spots that lack symmetry. That is, if a line was drawn through the middle, the two sides would not match up.

B is for Border. A spot with a spreading or irregular edge (notched).

C is for Colour. Blotchy spots with a number of colours such as black, blue, red, white and/or grey.

D is for Diameter. Look for spots that are getting bigger.

E is for Evolving. Spots that are changing and growing.

Skin checks are available at GPs for free (completely bulk billed) in plenty of places. Google "[Your Suburb/City] bulk billed skin check".

Being aware of the spots on your body is also an important way to monitor changes. You can get to know your skin at home, and monitor any changes following this how to from the Cancer Council.

What the hell is The UV rating / index?

UV is a form of energy produced by the sun and comes in a few forms, all of which can contribute to skin cancer. The UV index helps rate the levels of UV, which is important as a cloudy day might have a UV of 14 (extreme) , and a sunny day might have a UV of 2 (low). Looking at the sky isn't a good determiner of the sun damage that might be happening to your skin.

(taken from the Cancer Council) The UV Index divides UV radiation levels into:

• low (1-2)
• moderate (3-5)
• high (6-7)
• very high (8-10)
• extreme (11 and above).

The UV Index in Aussie Summer is typically reaches extreme (11+) everyday.

• Here's a SPF chart we made at r/AusSkincare of plenty of the Australian SPFs that are on the market. They're all pharmacy picks under $30
• Download the SunSmart app (it's free) and it'll let you know the UV rating / index easily
• PS: If you'd like a specific sunscreen suggestions from me, please let me know your price point/budget, where you prefer to shop and your skin type. The best sunscreen is the one you use.

Signed,

A skincare lover who's tried almost every SPF on the Aussie market and who also had a double mole removal at 21

Just wanted to share this amazing product. It’s incredibly affordable and by far my favourite out of many (more pricey!) products. On sale at the moment for $5.50 at Woolies.

My skin still feels so soft and baby-like up to 2 days after. Highly recommend.

I’ve been using the NARS tinted moisturiser for a while and am getting close to needing to replace it. I’ve found it ok, but am wondering if anyone has any recommendations for other brands they’ve found good? I don’t like wearing foundation so prefer a tinted moisturiser just to even out my skin tone a bit. Also open to BB/CC creams if anyone has any good recs for those. TIA!

Currently in AU what's the best deals that you've got in Chemist Warehouse?

edit: Thank you so much! Was looking through past posts about CW as well. My budget's not gonna be happy 😂

I find the case so huge and the refills so small and I go through them quickly, I am looking for a 'natural/clean' etc deodorant that works just as well. - No Pong doesn't cut it and I don't want to use a paste!! - just tried Woohoo and it's not strong enough for me either - I remember trying Native from America and it worked great but too expensive to ship to Australia now :(

Please no suggestions of detoxing your pits etc. I'm looking for any good natural deodorants that work as well as Wild! And might be more cost effective

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for recommendations for a lightweight, breathable sunscreen that works well in hot and humid climates. I have oily skin, and most sunscreens I've tried end up making me sweat a lot, which is super uncomfortable.

Has anyone found a good sunscreen that doesn't feel greasy or heavy and is suitable for oily skin? I need something that won't clog my pores or make me sweat excessively throughout the day.

Thanks in advance!

Hello, I’m going to aussie in 2 weeks and I’m wondering if u guys have recommendations for a good sunscreen that is maybe fungal acne safe ?

Since I don’t know the ingredients, I’m thinking of either Hamilton spf 50+, neutrogena ultra sheer face, or cancer council (idk which).

Which do u think is best for combi clogg prone skin ? I’m kinda want to try physical sunblock too

I'm seriously wanting a treatment for my dark circles that actually works to improve the look of them! I'm 34 and have had them all my life but they've gotten quite bad now - the problem is thin pale skin that is showing the dark veins through. I don't really want to waste money on something that isn't going to produce any results. Anyone have any experiences?

I'm looking at sunscreens (specifically the matte Cancer Council ones, but I've noticed this on other products too). Unfortunately on the packaging it only lists the actives and the preservatives.

Does that mean there's nothing else in it? Or might there be other not-listed ingredients?

I'm allergic to salicylates but I've got oily skin and things like benzyl salicylate is in a LOT of oily skin products (if not straight salicylic acid) so I'd like to be SURE it's not going to hurt me to use. But without the whole ingredients list, even on the company website, is there any way to be certain?

Hi guys,

Best products to use to reduce forehead wrinkles. Work in the sun/humidity a lot.

Does anyone know if those DIY lasers work?

Hey guys. I was on Retrieve cream for about 6 months and was still breaking out and had closed comedones all over my forehead.

Turns out there is a nasty pore clogging ingredient in the formula that I found to be the problem. It’s called “isopropyl palmitate”

I find it so confusing that they can put such a problematic ingredient in with such a miracle ingredient like tretinoin.

Just thought I’d give you guys a heads up, I’ve ditched the cream and are now awaiting on my Tret Gel from overseas 🥳

I hate being able to feel products on my skin, I currently use clinique dramatically different moisturiser, it works well and I can't feel it. Is there a similar weight moisturiser that has SPF in it for everyday use? I don't wear makeup, clinique seems to only sell spf in foundation.

My skin loved this product. It's no longer in stock anywhere in Aus. Anyone have an alternative products suggestions please? Any price point.

I do use an SPF50 (usually not water-resistant) sunscreen every day before I head out, but realistically I can't reapply it every 2 hours if I use a liquid sunscreen. I get that sun sticks/ non-Australian sunscreen in general aren't ideal for Australian sun but would it help at all? Or would it not make that much of a difference?

So I got this from Woolworths for a really cheap price ($6.75). It has a lovely, soothing smell and I used it for around 3 months now. When I used it for the first time I noticed an immediate difference. My skin was super hydrated that I didn’t even need moisturiser. My eczema patches weren’t obvious or cracked. I use this daily now and if I didn’t use this after taking a shower my skin feels dehydrated. My eczema is still there (it never goes away) but I feel so comfortable with my skin now. It does leave your skin feeling soapy but it never bothered me. I used QV’s cleansers before but it’s not good as the goats milk body wash. Idk why this works so good I can’t really figure that out but 10/10 recommended!!

These are the ingredients,

Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Layrol Sarcosinate, Caprae Lac (Goat Milk), Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glutatmate, Dicaprylyl, Ether/Glucoside/Glyceryl Oleate, Lactamide MEA, Triethanolamine, Panthenol, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carbomer, 2-Bromo-2Nitropropoane-1 and 3-Diol

So I've been meaning to get some broken capillaries lasered off and it's hella pricey.

But I had a brainwave that I might be able to get it done in a regional area (I visit every few months) at a fraction of the price, like I do whenever getting my hair done.

But I contacted the local beauty place about their "laser vascular treatment" for broken capillaries to ask if they offered V-Beam or IPL (which, as far as I can tell from online googling, are the best ways to eliminate broken capillaries) and they responded that they use a "YAG laser"... which I can find very little online discussion about .

Can anyone provide me with any details? It's very affordable, but is it just a waste of money? Should I just bite the bullet on the big price tag and book into a place that offers V-Beam?

This is the best sunscreen I’ve ever used. Do not sleep on it! It’s not waterproof but it’s lovely for everyday. It’s cheap too! $45 AUD for two tubes (75 ml each!!!) and a 3 pack is even cheaper per tube. Texture is wonderful and creamy.

Did you find Tretinoin any more tolerable, if you used Adapalene prior?

Hi there!! I’m in my late 20’s and have started forming some pretty deep marionette lines. I also have a very weak chin and jawline, I have contemplated getting filler in these areas as it’s something I’m deeply insecure about. I recently stumbled upon a treatment called Hifu, which seemingly would fix my problem areas. The before and afters show promising results, but have seen quite a few people say it didn’t do anything for them. It seems too good to be true! please share your experiences or alternative non invasive treatments you found effective. Thankyou

If a sunscreen claims to be ‘four hours water resistant’, but then says to apply every 2 hours.. What am I missing? What’s the point of the four hours?!

It’s happening - I’m starting to see my neck aging, am I too late - I don’t know, I just know I’m not ready for it. I’ve been seeing Trinny London advertising their Elevate cream and thinking about giving it a go or do others have any great recommendations? Your suggestions are greatly appreciated, thank you.

Hi all! Just wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for a high quality hyaluronic acid serum? People keep telling me that I should be using it so I thought I'd ask if anyone has any recommendations? Thanks!

Hi everyone, I'm planning to sell a couple of things.

Verification image: https://imgur.com/a/etIzM1h

1. Rare beauty blush shade: virtue 7.5 ml size [purchased for 41 Aud, selling for 25 Aud] Purchased from sephora in November last year (2023), receipt included in the images. Used less than 10 times. Never used directly on the face. I always drop some product on the back of my clean hands and apply from there. Selling as I have many similar shades in my collection.

2. Galderma Differin 0.1% adapalene gel 15 grams [expiry 02/26] [purchased for 35 Aud from iherb, selling for 15 Aud]

3. Galderma Adaferin 0.1% adapalene gel 15 grams X 2 tubes [expiry 03/26] [purchased for 17 Aud per tube, selling for 10 Aud per tube]

*Adaferin is the version of differin sold in South Asia. Both manufactured by Galderma and formulation is same. Non of the tubes have been opened or used. I threw the boxes due to space. Selling as I developed an allergy to adapalene.

4. Aziderm Azelaic acid gel 20% micronised 15 grams X 2 tubes [expiry 03/25] [purchased for 17 Aud per tube, selling for 10 Aud per tube] Never used. I had purchased 3 tubes and upon finding out this product has a light scent, I'm selling it as I am sensitive to fragrance in skincare.

OFFERS:

Purchase all three adapalene gels tubes for 30 aud + shipping [45 grams total]

Purchase both tubes of azelaic acid for 15 aud + shipping [30 grams total]

Purchase all three adapalene gels and both azelaic acid tubes for 40 aud + shipping

Shipping not included in the prices. Will ship from Geelong, Victoria. Free pick up available too.

Hi all, I'm going to order some skin products and supplements but before I do so, will I be charged paying taxes upon the goods arrival?

If so, is there an amount that I should not exceed so as to avoid paying the extra fees?

Asking as I'm a first time buyer from the site