OMONA THEY DID(N&#39;T)!

Oh heeeeey. I'm currently watching this on my tv rn lol. I love get it beauty so I'm excited for this but the thumbnail makes me nervous, haven't gotten to the skin whitening part yet.

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I like the rainbow colored notebook they were taking notes in. I want it.
Why are people still advocating to putting lemon on your face ugh.

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for real. i cringe every time it's mentioned as a remedy for dark spots or acne. the worst thing is it's also included in so many products made by cosmeceutical companies that claim to thoroughly research the ingredients they use. like how do you expect me to pay $52 for a moisturiser that has irritating ingredients?!

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Yuuup. I always give a major side eye to companies who add things like lemon or lavender oil along with other irritating ingredients. I mean, I like natural products a lot like turmeric and honey but just because it's natural doesn't mean it's good to rub it all over your face.

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omg yessssssssss. i was pretty devastated when i found out lavender was cytotoxic. i love its scent ;_;

let me just use this opportunity to promote my fave youtuber lol. hopefully the videos do embed.

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Same ;___; I cried when I had to throw away a face most I loved because I found out lavender oil was bad for your skin.
I can't see the video :c

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Lol now I can see it.
Also. I love her!

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crystalheng.livejournal.com

These videos are really enlightening. Thank you for sharing!

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whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa??
even tomatoes? wtf O___O

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tomatoes are ok to use on the skin. she's talking about pairing it with sugar to make a scrub :)

to be super honest i have used baking soda paste as a desperate attempt to heal giant pimples and it really does work overnight. the thing is, it will cause more harm than good if you use it often. i think that is one of the points of the video, that you may see immediate benefits when using these remedies, but in the long term, your skin will be damaged.

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ya i guess soo

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even toothpaste and baking soda?!??!?!!?!?!?

ok i need to watch this whole thing
very very carefully

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i'm going to c/p a comment to share a little info if that's ok!:D

Regarding cytotoxicity of lavender:

That's a misconception of Lavender though. It's main benefits are actually known to heal burns, regenerate skin and soothing effects.

The cytotoxic properties of lavender were found in linanol, based on an study conducted where in vitro cells where exposed to concentrated formulas of linanol (purity of over 35%) and linalyl acetate (purity of over 51%). Not only these cells where in direct contact with the formulas, but these components of lavender were used in concentrated formulas for the purpose of the essay. In normal conditions those components are not even 1% of what it usually goes in your skin when you apply lavender or lavender oil (and that if you apply 100% pure lavender oil). We have to remember we have protective layers of skin and other components too.

This type of research is made to find adverse reactions, even if we are prone to be allergic to lavender, it could really be nothing more than a rash given the fact that the cytotoxic components of lavender are found in very small quantities.

I'm trying to remember what's the name of the study to link you in case you want to read a little more about it, but I have gold fish memory for some of these things OTL

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whahhhhaahahahaaa?????? lemon is not good?? :O

my mom used to tell me to put it (and i did) on my face for my acne ;______;

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It can make dark spots and scars worse. There's actually a video that pyschedelico_ replied to me with that better explains it!

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jesus

whyyyyy ;__________;

honestly its because of my mom and her love of herbal shit and homeopathy that the trip to the dermatologist took so long.
and it was too late :((((((((((

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It's okay! It's a good thing you finally went to the derma :D

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yeah
imma do laser before doing my masters for scars

dont want to be overdramatic but it will be like starting my life all over again :)

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Lemon is a strong agent not recommended for sensitive skin. While it does functions as an astringent and brightens complexion (it can really clear dark spots when used for long periods), you have to be extremely careful when using it because when in contact with sunlight it can oxidize skin cells (aka skin coloration).
That's why we are told not to go out in the son after applying lemon. But you can safely use lemon essential oil and get all the benefits. :D

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haha you are welcome!

I'm passionate about skincare lol :x

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Is lavender oil okay in hair products? I use a small amount in my hair oil (like 1 tsp for 8oz of oil) but never directly on skin or scalp. I also only use it before washing my face.

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I admit I haven't done extensive reading on it but it should be ok. It's only when using it on your face for a long time that it gets dangerous, it can destroy skin cells and is irritating to the skin after a while of use.

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That's a misconception of Lavender though. It's main benefits are actually known to heal burns, regenerate skin and soothing effects.

The cytotoxic properties of lavender were found in linanol, based on an study conducted where in vitro cells where exposed to concentrated formulas of linanol (purity of over 35%) and linalyl acetate (purity of over 51%). Not only these cells where in direct contact with the formulas, but these components of lavender were used in concentrated formulas for the purpose of the essay. In normal conditions those components are not even 1% of what it usually goes in your skin when you apply lavender or lavender oil (and that if you apply 100% pure lavender oil). We have to remember we have protective layers of skin and other components too.

This type of research is made to find adverse reactions, even if we are prone to be allergic to lavender, it could really be nothing more than a rash given the fact that the cytotoxic components of lavender are found in very small quantities.

I suggest you to google for more information from credible sources if you are interested though :)!

I'm not an expert myself but my sister is a dermatologist and researcher so I kind of know all these little things lol.

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Lemon and Lavender are strong agents, but as long as you use it in small quantities, or like essential oils for cosmetic use its safe. Of course it depends, Lavender and Lemon are not recommended for people with sensitive skin.
For example a great toner for dehydrated skin is mixinitg 1/2 cup of mineral water, 1tbsp of honey and 5 drops of lemon oil or the skin of one whole lemon. It's a really good astringent and brightening toner.

What's never OK is to put directly Lemon juice in your skin though idk why people do that lol.

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misoras.livejournal.com

how is jaekyung on that show? from what i seen people weren't enjoying the new hosts :c

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I wish they'd changed back to normal girls as the audience instead of girl groups because they don't add much but I like Jaekyung! I prefer her to whoever she replaced tbh. Now that dude- the one with glasses. He needs to go.

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This looks interesting, will give it a watch. Thanks. :)

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it's so messed up that uee kept saying her skin was dark and she needed to do more whitening care. i honestly can't tell the difference between her skin tone and the rest :/

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Why are they so fixated on being white as they're already as white as can be.
I agree as her skin looked the same as everyone else's.

Does anyone know of any western products that help to even out the skin tone, scars, marks etc?. I've never used whitening products and will never use them as I'm sure they're more harmful than good.

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look into using AHAs, BHAs or retinols. Paula's Choice has a great range of such products, and their website has a lot of info on evening out skin tone and lightening hyperpigmentation :)

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Thanks, I've been kind of cautious to try them out as they are really expensive but will check out their website.

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Oh I see, I didn't know that. Thanks for the info.

I think there's some reviews on Youtube about Paula's Choice products so will have to check them out.

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i think it comes from her swimmer days when she used to be darker because of the sun exposure and wasn't seen as pretty by people.

that sadly happens a lot, fei and bora commented before about not feeling pretty because of their skin tone :/

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Yaaaay!!! Fucking love KBS for doing this!!

OT but do you guys know when do the usually upload Human Condition?

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lysblack.livejournal.com

lmao, you guys, let's talk about the real amazing thing that happened in the episode, jungah practically outing jupal and the fact she is dating.

only to later have uee moking her for liking/dating younger guys.

Edited Date: 2014-05-19 06:48 pm (UTC)

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lol i totally caught the coyness (i happened to skip to that part wow) too haha.

(is jooyeon really with sjs, bc man... get it if so.)

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lysblack.livejournal.com

lol it was painfully obvious, especially because uee went into help jungah poke it.

well, idk if they still are, or are/were serious, but i'm pretty sure they were fucking.

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Damn, SJS is hot.. get it girl.

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