Skin Care Rant

Hi. I know it's been a minute. Sorry, I've completely forgotten to post! My bad.

A lot of people ask me; "Dustin, what are some of your hobbies?" Here's your answer: Movies, Art, Makeup, Skin Care and Icy Blondes.

Today, I feel like I need to rant a little, because I'm a bit annoyed. As I was scrolling the Ulta website this morning I noticed ANOTHER neck cream came out. ANOTHER ONE. Seriously? In case you're wondering what a neck cream is, it's a special skin care product for your neck and chest that you absolutely DO NOT need. For years, people (Mainly women) have been horrified about their neck getting saggy and their chest aging them. Over the years, cosmetic companies have chose to capitalize on this and make creams for that area.

One of the original offenders. ReVive Firmitif - $150.00

First off, let me just say that these creams are total and complete BULLSHIT. You don't need a separate cream for your neck and chest! It's absolutely ridiculous!!! I hate that some cosmetic companies that I respect and trust are still producing these creams to take advantage of women's fear. This is nothing new, I mean beauty companies have been doing this for ages. They always make promises they can't keep (I'm looking at you Lancome!) and have preyed on people's fear of aging. The truth is, no matter what, your skin is going to age. It's just going to happen. You can't stop it. Yes, their are procedures you can have done to make lines, wrinkles and sagging less obvious, but all in all, it's still going to happen. There are no magic creams that fix your signs of aging.

Good job Estee Lauder! Not promoting the myth! Notice how it says Face AND Neck Creme!

That doesn't mean skin care isn't important! Skin care is still SUPER important. It's also a lot of trial and error. You have to find the right products for you, whether they be expensive products or drugstore bargains. You should also know it's perfectly fine to bring your normal, facial skin care onto your neck and chest. Not only is is fine, it's recommended! Ladies, if you are worried about neck and chest aging, use a sunscreen everyday. Sun exposure in the #1 cause of skin aging. Apply sunscreen to whatever skin your clothes aren't covering.

Oh Dr. Perricone... $98.00? Really?

If you are using a neck cream, or want to use one, and the extra expense doesn't bother you, then go for it! Do what makes you happy! If you enjoy having a separate cream for your neck and chest area, then more power to ya! Just make sure that if you're wearing a top that exposes that area, your wearing a sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher, otherwise all the work and money you're putting into your skin care regimen is for naught.

PEACE!

And the winner of ridiculousness goes to Guerlain for their $375.00 Neck Cream!