5k & not a huge difference. Here's what I think helped me the most.
I do have some dysmorphia so please don't tell me I looked better before, even if you do think it - it is not helpful just harmful ❤️ Additional context - I work outside so get more sun damage than those in an office. I am 31.
3 sessions of microneedling with prp ($1200). I think it brightened my skin some but did not do much. I don't really think it was worth it but I may still do it once a year to maintain the results. I'm not sure tbh.
Botox I've been getting 1-3ish times a year. Has always helped me feel more confident. For me - worth it.
Peal laser. 1k. NOT WORTH IT. The recovery is significantly worse than advertised and although it got rid of some sun damage, I feel like it came back after three or four months. Plus had to miss at least 1 week of work.
Sculptura. $2500. I think this was the biggest difference. First time I did it I got one vial. I saw some difference and so decided to go back so the total amount I got was 3 vials.
I also have spent a small fortune on skincare products. My absolute favorite thing is the plated under eye. I can tell such a massive difference when I use it vs. skipping it for a few days its CRAZY.
My routine had become
AM/PM
- Farmacy green clean cleaner
- Plated Daily
- Plated under eye
- Timeless Q10
- Timeless Matrixyl® Synthe’6® Serum
- Farmacy filling good (HA serum)
- Avene facial mist
- Skin better science even tone
- Skin better science trio
- Skin better science under eye
- Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ (am only)
- Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours 50spf min. Multiple different brands.
But I am trying to make my routine cheaper and get rid of some of the red spots (likely due to roscea) so I have just shifted to
Farmacy green clean cleaner
Plated Daily
Plated under eye
Ordinary Azealic acid
Farmacy filling good (HA serum)
Avene facial mist
Vanicream moisturizing lotion for sensitive skin
Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+