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Mimmy said:

Mother Science: Breakthrough Clinical Skincare

Discover Mother Science, a revolutionary biotech skincare brand with a clinically proven serum for hyperpigmentation and sun damage.

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I started using the Molecular Hero Serum about 6 weeks ago and the Retinol Synergist about 2 weeks ago. These are both from Mother Science. I have noticed improvement especially with the addition of the Retinol Synergist of my dark spots. DH read an article in the LA Times and bought it for me. He is using it too and noticing improvement.

I have used prescription hydroquinone in the past without much improvement and would not use it again due to it’s potential side effects and possible carcinogenic potential (I know, it seems like anything can be linked to cancer).

I did have luck with oral Tranexamic acid that was also prescribed by my dermatologist but my dark spots returned once I stopped taking it.

I also plan to buy the Mother Science moisturizer once I run out of my current night moisturizer as I like this brand so much.

Incidentally the current makeup artist for the White Lotus reports using the Molecular Hero Serum at biotechxbeauty.com. Since they are currently filming in Thailand and it is very sunny she stated that it is easier to fade dark spots than to cover them up with more makeup.

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tagyoureit said:

what size is this?

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FCC said:

Is it still possible to get a L19 or is there a waitlist?

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jenayb said:

I am wondering if a VERY steady and careful hand with a Tide Pen would help here honestly; I can't see that being hugely damaging to the leather, especially if you are prudent only touching the stitching.. otherwise if you are open to it, I'd send it to spa if it vexes you too much.

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cmln said:

You must find those chips! They are from "Piaf" in Seoul.. I've never tried anything like it.

I highly recommend going to Seoul or Tokyo to check out the boutiques! They are so extremely nice there - honestly I think not only in the boutiques but majority of people in Korea/Japan in general. I'm thinking Japan would be better for foreigners though; I only encountered one SA in Seoul and she didn't speak a single word of English (not sure if other SAs speak English there).

I had to go back to the boutique 4 times.
1) Initial visit to scope out the inventory. Ended up wanting a watch for both my partner and me; he was certain about the watch he wanted and turns out they only had the display model so the SA insisted on ordering him a brand new one but said we'd have to come back for it. Meanwhile I tried on 2 watches that I was deciding between so I told her I'd make a decision when we come back for his watch. She also knew that I was interested in a 3rd option but she mentioned it was the most popular watch and size in Korea so she didn't have it.
2) A few days later, we came back to pick up partner's watch and to get one of the two watches I had tried on. To our surprise, she ordered his brand new watch AND that 3rd option for me that she said was hard to find, she said she knew I wanted to try it so she had it transferred in just in case. I couldn't believe it. We made the purchase and told her we had to rush off for dinner and if we could come back later that night to pick up the items.
3) Came back later that night.. also then told her we were interested in a ring. She looked into it and said there's only 1 left in the whole country and she could try to order it but it's not guaranteed.
4) A few days later, we received a text that the ring came in. She ended up coming in quickly on her day off to meet with us and gave us the chocolate potato chips!

I will say that each visit was quite lengthy. Lots of chatting, it took a long time to process the transactions and especially for the gift wrapping. There was special New Years packaging and she wrapped up everything so beautifully; even labeled gift tags with each others' names for us (without our knowledge!) Before wrapping the packages, she also arranged the items on a tray and told us to take photos.. she said many customers like to do that and even placed a floral arrangement behind the tray for the photos lol. I've only purchased from e-boutique so I have no idea what U.S. boutique service is like but I have visited many times to browse and usually just encounter quite decent or even rude SAs. I've never had such a special experience in any store! Hope I get the opportunity to shop with her again in the future.


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skalyniy said:

Hi there! Sadly they can’t ship it internationally! Luckily I’m going on a trip soon and will be able to pick it up. I was very very very persistent on finding my pair. I contacted boutiques all over the world - from Vegas to Dubai. I am not sure what size you are looking for. My local boutique had mini and large Frivole YG in stock recently (mid December). I believe it is much easier to get those. But I really wanted small size. There was one boutique in the US that was willing to do an inquiry of availability (only USA/Canada stock) if you pre-pay 100%. Dm me if you want that SA contact info. Good luck!

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foxgal said:

I was on the US Cartier website this morning and noticed this Ecrou style which I’ve never seen before. Appears to hinge at the back and functional screw together at the top. Does anyone have this or seen it irl at boutique? I love the look of it Also comes in a ring!

(Mods please collapse into existing thread if repetitive…I did a search and couldn’t see anything about it or a general Ecrou thread to add to)

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Msdanger said:

So the slim trunk I ordered came in today! I absolutely love it!! It holds everything I need - iPhone 12 mini, compact mirror, lipsticks, battery pack, handcream, cardholder wallet, sanitizer, mints, and a few other little trinkets. I also don’t carry a lot so my side trunk mm was never full. The slim trunk is very carefree without the vachetta and it looks SO gorgeous as a clutch. It’s really hard to find pictures online of the slim and I have only see two videos on TikTok showing the bag. It is something definitely worth ordering in to see if you’re interested. If you’re familiar with the original Favorite PM bag, I found the size to be very similar.View attachment 6101819

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BULL said:

This is not a Louis Vuitton product.

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NikkiMD said:

It was today actually and everything is going good recovery wise although I am sore which it will be like this for a couple days taking medication for that

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mktlim said:

I go to a local jeweller for my pieces because my nickel allergy is awful (I get "burns" or rashes) and they seem to hint there's nickel in the recipe for white gold. They recommended palladium as an alternate to white gold but I get allergic reactions to it as well.

I think the only piece they've rhodium plated for me was a white gold ring but I still get allergic reactions to the piece.

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DeryaHm said:

The difference to me is the controlled home environment. My SA has let me try things at home. I do that in a very controlled and careful way, do not wash my hands with a ring on or put on earrings over a hard surface. I do not get sweaty or use hair products or steam milk for a coffee or wear it while on the toilet or really do anything besides carefully put on the piece I am trying and look in different lights. I don’t go for a walk, I don’t try it out in my car. You get the idea I think. I am equally careful or even more so than when trying in the store and do not treat the item as like it is already mine.

When I wear something out of the store, I treat it like it is mine. I am not rough and don’t want to scratch, but it is just different. I wear it into the bathroom to use the toilet, I take different risks about putting it on and off in a car or even on the subway, and so on Those who say they inspect the pieces of course are right, but it is not the same to me, even if it seems psychological.

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kashmira said:

Thanks for your comment. You are right, in a hotel room, Nice BB is most probably better. Have you bought an insert for it or do you use it without?

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