Skincare – Life and DIY https://lifeanddiy.com Biohacking Experiments for the Infinitely Curious Thu, 28 May 2026 15:24:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://lifeanddiy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/faviconcurrent-250x250.png Skincare – Life and DIY https://lifeanddiy.com 32 32 Is This At-Home Anti-Aging Device Worth It? ZIIP Halo Honest 1st Impressions https://lifeanddiy.com/ziip-halo-2-honest-first-review/ Wed, 20 May 2026 16:18:58 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9475 I'm a skeptic when it comes to skincare devices, but this one surprised me. My honest first impressions of the ZIIP Halo at-home anti-aging microcurrent skincare device. Is it worth it? Here's what surprised me after my first days using it.

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]]> The Last “Microplastic Free” Affordable Mineral Sunscreen Just Got Discontinued https://lifeanddiy.com/native-mineral-sunscreens-microplastics/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:07:46 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9393 Native is phasing out their original Unscented Mineral Sunscreen, the only truly clean affordable microplastic-free mineral sunscreen I could confidently recommend. The reformulated replacement is a real downgrade - going from mostly natural ingredients to mostly synthetic ingredients.

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]]> Microneedling vs. Chemical Peels – Which One Gets Rid of Wrinkles? https://lifeanddiy.com/microneedling-vs-chemical-peels-wrinkles-honest-results/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:04:13 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9361 How I Look Younger at 43 Than I Did at 35 - microneedling, peels and what actually works after 10 years of testing both and documenting everything with before and after photos, here's the honest breakdown.

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]]> Dr. Pen Hydra H6 Review – First Use, Demo & Results Update https://lifeanddiy.com/drpen-hydra-pen-h6-review-demo-results/ https://lifeanddiy.com/drpen-hydra-pen-h6-review-demo-results/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:50:16 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9306 I've microneedled for years and never seen results this quickly from a single treatment. The Hydra Pen H6 is Dr. Pen's most unique innovation - and after one treatment, it's become my favorite device they've made. I share my full demo, honest first impressions, and results that I genuinely didn't see coming.

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]]> https://lifeanddiy.com/drpen-hydra-pen-h6-review-demo-results/feed/ 0 Microplastics in Mineral Sunscreen – What You Need to Know https://lifeanddiy.com/microplastics-in-mineral-sunscreen-what-you-need-to-know/ https://lifeanddiy.com/microplastics-in-mineral-sunscreen-what-you-need-to-know/#respond Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:22:09 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9162 You may have switched from chemical to mineral sunscreen for cleaner ingredients, but most mineral formulas still contain microplastics. So even when you think you’re choosing the safer option, you might still be putting plastic on your skin every day without knowing it. Almost every mineral sunscreen I checked contained microplastics. I did manage to find two clean, affordable options.

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]]> https://lifeanddiy.com/microplastics-in-mineral-sunscreen-what-you-need-to-know/feed/ 0 FDA Microneedling Update Late (2025): News & Where to Buy Authentic Dr. Pens https://lifeanddiy.com/fda-microneedling-update-2025-news-where-to-buy-authentic-dr-pens/ https://lifeanddiy.com/fda-microneedling-update-2025-news-where-to-buy-authentic-dr-pens/#respond Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:10:39 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=9114 In 2024, Amazon pulled nearly all Dr. Pen microneedling devices, leaving users wondering if the FDA had banned them. Here’s what’s really going on — including the latest FDA warning about RF microneedling risks, where you can safely buy authentic Dr. Pen products again, and a first look at the new Hydra Pen H6 that dispenses serum as you microneedle.

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]]> https://lifeanddiy.com/fda-microneedling-update-2025-news-where-to-buy-authentic-dr-pens/feed/ 0 Skincare Products I’m Loving (Fragrance-Free, Korean, Affordable): APLB https://lifeanddiy.com/aplb-skincare-review/ https://lifeanddiy.com/aplb-skincare-review/#respond Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:56:18 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=8704 I’ve been trying out a Korean brand called APLB, and it’s quickly become a staple. Fragrance-free, packed with good ingredients, and better than many higher-end expensive products. Here are the products I’m loving — including my new favorite face mask.

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]]> https://lifeanddiy.com/co2-fractional-laser-treatment-thailand/feed/ 2 Purito Dermide Cica Barrier Sleeping Pack Review: Best Moisturizer of 2025 https://lifeanddiy.com/purito-dermide-cica-barrier-sleeping-pack-review-best-moisturizer-of-2025/ https://lifeanddiy.com/purito-dermide-cica-barrier-sleeping-pack-review-best-moisturizer-of-2025/#respond Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:24:35 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=8363 I've been on a mission to find the best affordable face moisturizer - perfect for use after doing a skincare treatment, ideal for sensitive or irritated skin. Most importantly, this product has top-notch ingredients to soothe, repair, hydrate and replenish your skin. I've tried a lot of high-end products and this beats them all. This is my new holy-grail face moisturizer - the Purito Dermide Cica Barrier Sleeping Pack with squalane and panthenol. I highly recommend it!

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]]> https://lifeanddiy.com/purito-dermide-cica-barrier-sleeping-pack-review-best-moisturizer-of-2025/feed/ 0 Chemical Peel Aftercare Guide, Tips & Recommendations https://lifeanddiy.com/chemical-peel-aftercare-guide-tips-recommendations/ https://lifeanddiy.com/chemical-peel-aftercare-guide-tips-recommendations/#comments Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:29:04 +0000 https://lifeanddiy.com/?p=8048 Learn how to care for your skin before, during, and after at-home chemical peels to prevent pigmentation issues, soothe irritation, and promote faster healing. From must-have product recommendations to aftercare tips, this guide has everything you need to transform your skin.

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