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3 Non-Negotiable Beauty Secrets I Swear By at 49 (Plus a $9 Wrinkle Hack)
In this short episode, I’m sharing the three non-negotiable beauty secrets I personally swear by:
• Why squalane oil is my number-one beauty oil for moisturizing and helping seal in hydration
• How facial exercise and massage can help your face look more toned and refreshed
• The under-$10 Trader Joe’s sunscreen hack I use to temporarily soften the appearance of a stubborn wrinkle
I also explain my “beef with beef tallow”—not because it’s necessarily bad, but because we should understand what a product can realistically do before believing all the marketing hype.
Stay until the end for three honorable mentions I also use in my routine!
PRODUCTS AND RESOURCES:
Trader Joe’s Daily Facial Sunscreen SPF 40:
https://www.traderjoes.com/home/products/pdp/daily-facial-sunscreen-spf-40-073568
My Glow Oil with squalane:
https://jentriquinn.com/jentri-quinn-quinntessential-glow-oil/
Hyaluronic Acid Serum:
https://jentriquinn.com/jentri-quinn-quinntessential-hyaluronic-acid-serum/
Overnight Recovery Sleep Mask:
https://jentriquinn.com/products/jentri-quinn-overnight-recovery-sleep-mask-treatment-size.html
Watch the video version and follow along:
This episode shares general beauty education and my personal experience (not medical advice). The sunscreen technique creates a temporary cosmetic effect and does not replace applying an adequate amount of broad-spectrum sunscreen as directed. Consult an appropriate healthcare professional for persistent skin or eye concerns.
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