Excited to win the matching toner to the ampoule I won a few days ago!! Can't wait to try them!! Thank you again Picky/Picky Rewards-I'm so grateful !!

Thank you Picky!!!

So I live in Canada and while researching ingredients for a review from a Picky giveaway win , I found that the ingredient Guaiazulene is in the process of being placed on Canada's Toxic Substances List. I emailed them to try to find out if there is a safe amount although no brand actually lists percent of Guaiazulene. Here's their response to me:

"To reduce Canadians' exposure to guaiazulene in cosmetics and products of concern, we're proposing to:

add guaiazulene to the toxic substances list
use regulatory and/or non-regulatory measures to prevent or reduce exposures to guaiazulene from the use of certain cosmetics"

Obviously I was a bit concerned about using so I opted not to. I just wanted to let the Picky community know so they can make their own decision about using. (Picky was so supportive when I asked if it was okay to include this info in my review!) If you're wondering if Guaiazulene is in your products, it usually gives products a blue or blueish hue . 
A couple of points to end on- different countries have different laws so Guaiazulene may not be considered toxic in yours, and lastly, it's our responsibility to know what we put on our skin.

Toxic ingredients?

Has anyone tried The Ordinary Peeling Solution? I've tried Pixi's Peel Pads which is 20% Glycolic Acid with no issues- is The Ordinary's as good as the hype?

help please!

Hi , thanks in advance to all who read and especially answer. 
I'm wondering how/if there's an algorithm here? Sometimes I don't get any likes comments on my reviews, sometimes dozens- all my reviews are the same quality, I never phone it in and always use lots of pics & videos. I've noticed if I post 2 reviews in a row, usually from a Picky giveaway win requirement, the second review NEVER gets any likes- anyone else notice that? 
For the new Super Picky Squad rules- it says your reviews have to be in top 20%- how do you know how your review ranks? 
Appreciate your help

Picky App Questions

I live in Canada and have had zero luck with the creator app. The campaigns are either unavailable or brand's reviewing. I'm told it's partly because the brands don't want to ship globally but I see they've picked US, and some of the brands have shipped to Canada before.  I just asked them to delete my Creator's account. Anyone having luck with campaigns and if yes, where are you located?

Forgot to mention I kept having issues with the app so was continuously in contact with the staff (whom are great) but who would have to talk to technical staff etc. My profile still was showing incomplete even though I had filled out stuff numerous times. I couldn't link my YouTube because a warning message from YouTube said it wasn't safe to link there.

Are you part of the Picky Creator app,?

necessaire 

Doll10beauty 

Wishtrend 

Good Molecules 

Yes Style 

Beauty Net Korea, code BNKSOMIA 

OSEA 

Well this was good for me because I have oily skin but if you have really dry skin , I'm not sure this would provide enough moisture 

The latest products Picky Rewards has sent are from Skin1004 which is pronounced in English as Skin-One-Oh-Oh-Four. 

Hyalu-Cica Sleeping Mask - Notables: Melatonin, 3 to 1 Hyaluronic Acid to Centella Asiatica Extract,  Ceramide Biome . These ingredients work while you sleep to hydrate,calm and prevent moisture loss. This light gel formula is the last step of your skincare and make sure to pat it into your skin and not rub. There's a  fruity smell to it that's very light. This is perfect as a last step in your skincare routine and I love products that work while you sleep!

Update: I am still loving this! I love everything I've tried from Skin 1004. 





Nothing really bad but my dewy glow disappeared into a matte finish very quickly 

Have you joined Picky yet? Since I joined last year,  I have received over 20 products to try from different kbeauty brands (which are always ahead of the world in skincare trends). And they've just started accepting beauty & haircare reviews too which is amazing!! 
The latest products Picky Rewards has sent are from Skin1004, pronounced Skin-ten-Oh-Oh-Four

Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum- Kbeauty sunscreens are really impressive. These latest ones combine anti-aging serum qualities with SPF protection. Love that there's a pump applicator. This creamy SPF doesn't leave a white cast and absorps quickly. Thanks to all the moisturizing ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Green Tea, Vitamin E, Niacinimide just to name a few, your skin will be soft, hydrated with a dewy glow. It has a light fresh scent that disappears quickly. 
**products sent in exchange for my honest opinion 

I honestly don't have anything bad to say about this toner

What's in a name-Isntree edition. Isntree fuses "island", "natural" and "tree" together to inspire its brand name and guiding philosophy.
I received this product for free from Picky and Isntree in exchange for my honest review.

Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Toner-
I totally understand why this toner has won multiple awards. It's so lightweight, absorbs instantly and really hydrates your skin. For even more hydration, apply on damp skin; Hyaluronic Acid can absorb up to 1000 times its weight in water. Notables: 14 types of hyaluronic acid, mineral-rich deep seawater from Ulleung Island, Korea, Witch Hazel extract, cypress leaf extract, Aquaseal™️ Madecassoside, beta glutan, vegan 

Not bad really, but it didn't notice any improvement in hyperpigmentation and I saw it listed as fragrance free in a few stores but I could smell a natural fragrance. Sometimes things get lost in translation 

I received this product free from Picky & Acwell in exchange for my honest opinion. The Licorice ph Balancing Cleansing Toner can be used, like the name says, as a cleanser or a toner.
For me it was a perfect cleanse/tone in the morning. I found it perfect for my skin which tends to be on the oily side. I haven't noticed any improvement in my hyperpigmentation but I do think it's helped with toning and texture. I wouldn't recommend using this aa your sole cleanser, but would be great as 2nd step of double cleanse. 
**edit this is a great first & only cleanse. I use it to clean my face in the morning and it does a grest job. 
Notables: 10% Licorice Water, Puritox Jin ( 4 kinds of traditional Korean medicinal plants - peony/Licorice/Cimicifuga/Arrowroot extracts), Guava Leaves, Rose and Green Tea Extract, regulates oil & pH levels, removes dead cells & impurities, brightens,tightens pores, hypoallergenic tested, 


The scent was very strong, and as mentioned above, there's glitter in the cream- makes a mess as itvstays on fingers and gets everywhere 

Have you tried Aveeno Positively Radiant Gel Moisturizer? It's a lightweight gel cream moisturizer that hydrates skin for 48 hours, and is clinically proven to even tone and texture. Notables: soy, Hyaluronic Acid, oil-free, paraben/dye/pthalate free, hypoallergenic, contains fragrance 
This cream immediately brightens your skin but that's because there's glitter in it. I found this really odd. I don't think you would immediately notice on lighter skin tones, but it was all over my hands and my phone case too. I actually couldn't see it on my face, but if you look at the close-up video of my fingertip, you can see it clearly. This is also has a strong fresh floral fragrance that sensitive noses may not like
Aveeno products always deliver, so I look forward to seeing results as I use this longer. 




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