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I know everybody and their mother tells us not to pick our zits because doing so will leave behind scars, but I simply can’t help myself. When I see a big honking whitehead on my face, the only thing I want to do is get that popped and out of my system. But, of course, this leads to the scarring that I’ve been warned about. Is the satisfaction of popping zits worth it? Welllllll sometimes. Hey, those things can hurt! And I have a product on my side that can help erase those marks fast. And when I say fast, I mean it. After just one use, I noticed a difference in an acne scar overnight.

My hero product is Peace Out new Skincare’s Dark Spots Serum. You might know the brand because it produces those TikTok-viral pore strips that suck up gunk like they’re Dyson vacuum cleaners. For the record, the brand has so many other life-changing products, like a retinol stick that makes using the exfoliant so much easier. But, I digress.

I tested the dark spot serum early before it launched, and let me tell you: This thing is no joke. I first patch-tested it on a new scar on my arm to make sure it wouldn’t result in any weird spots on my face and found that it lightened the area with ease. But the real magic happened when I used it on an acne scar on my face. I used one pump of the product on a particularly dark spot that was the result of some glorious cystic acne that popped up during my period. After just one night, the area was lighter and less noticeable. With a good concealer on my side, I could finally cover the spot for real.

I didn’t think this treatment could get any better—until I found out it’s on sale for 35 percent off (the highest we’ve seen all year)—just like everything else on the beloved skincare brand’s site. Peace Out’s Cyber Monday sale is currently offering a sitewide discount of 35 percent off right now, plus free shipping on all orders, so make sure to get this serum at a discount before it sells out! Usually $29, you can shop it now for just under $19. Oh, you’ll also get a GWP with every $100+ order.

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Photo: Peace Out Skincare.

The brand calls this a “supercharged” serum and they’re not joking. This is a seriously potent potion! It’s chock-full of AHAs, chemical exfoliants like glycolic acid that help rebuild collagen production, as well as tranexamic acid, kojic acid and alpha-arbutin. All of these ingredients minimize the look of dark spots, brighten skin tone and even out the tone of your skin.

I’ve used this on everything from light dots to extremely deep scars and it does the trick each time. For those harsher spots, it takes about a week to heal. I use it every night after my other serums and before my moisturizer and haven’t noticed any bad side effects. Not even dryness. This is a big feat given that my skin gets dry the instant I go outside!

For the record, the vegan serum lasts a long while. I’ve been using it every night for about a month and I don’t even think it’s anywhere close to done. Be warned: It has an odd smell to it, but that goes away after a little bit. A slight stinge to the nose is fine with me for the incredible impact this has on my face, anyways.

This is the kind of skin treatment I didn’t know I needed until I started using it. As somebody who suffers from acne and acne scars, it’s heaven-sent. It treats those scars better than anything I’ve tested, and I can’t imagine my skincare routine without it. With this serum in my arsenal, I know that my skin will be glowing and looking as healthy as can be. That’s something to write home about, am I right?!

Make sure to grab it during Peace Out’s Two Day Cyber Monday Blowout Sale, alongside other top picks from the brand like this line-smoothing retinol stick.

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If you’re behind on trying the latest trendy skincare tools, the upcoming weeks are your opportunity to change that. Amazon has discounted countless products for its Black Friday sale, such as the top-selling Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager. Considering this is the lowest price we’ve seen it at all year (including Prime Day), we recommend snatching this one up while it’s a on sale for just $11.

The skin-tightening tool is sure to put thoughts of botox on the back burner; the product is built to make your face look younger and fresher without chemicals or irritation. It helps boost elasticity across sagging skin, soften fine lines and wrinkles and relieve any strain or pressure across the face. 

Courtesy of Amazon

Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager

According to one user, you’ll witness “huge changes” fairly quickly. “I’m 45, fine lines around my jaw, neck and forehead. There’s a deeper crease between my eyes and I’ve had a really bad break out of hormonal acne along my jawline. Well the fine lines are less noticeable, the deep crease is less for sure and my acne is almost 100% gone. In just 4 days. The redness and uneven skin tone is gone. My skin is much tighter and the puffiness under my eyes is gone along with the dark circles. Seriously in 4 days!!”

Even more fans of the product have not held back their praise: “It’s like my facial skin shrunk and pulled back—nothing short of amazing. The new wave of skin care is taking things into your own hands at home and if you’re a do-it-yourself kind of girl, definitely get this one.” 

If you already have your skincare routine down, this tool is the perfect addition to use alongside your go-to serums, oils and lotions. As another reviewer noted, “I have been using this roller along with my usual face cream EVERY DAY twice a day for a month. I have seen a huge difference on my face. My skin is always glowy and my face looks even more slender now. I really have a more [youthful] look.”

Beyond providing anti-aging benefits, reviewers have also commented on its multifaceted functions, including migraine relief, dark circle reduction, sinus drainage and of course just the pure unadulterated pleasure of a de-stressing face massage. 

On top of all of that, its gold exterior and 24k face bar is a pretty cute addition to your makeup bag. The T-shape is designed for 6000 vib/min which users have noted is not too strong to make it uncomfortable for the face. 

Oh and in case you needed any more convincing, Tracee Ellis Ross also swears by massaging tools for tense muscles and early mornings. So the real question is, who wouldn’t want to look like Tracee Ellis Ross? 

Snatch up the Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager with over 2,000 five-star ratings while it’s 20 percent off following Prime Day. Just make sure you’re signed up for a Prime Membership to take advantage of all these limited-time offers.

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, STYLECASTER may receive an affiliate commission.

If you’re behind on trying the latest trendy skincare tools, the upcoming weeks are your opportunity to change that. Amazon has discounted countless products for its Black Friday sale, such as the top-selling Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager. Considering this is the lowest price we’ve seen it at all year (including Prime Day), we recommend snatching this one up while it’s a on sale for just $11.

The skin-tightening tool is sure to put thoughts of botox on the back burner; the product is built to make your face look younger and fresher without chemicals or irritation. It helps boost elasticity across sagging skin, soften fine lines and wrinkles and relieve any strain or pressure across the face. 

Courtesy of Amazon

Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager

According to one user, you’ll witness “huge changes” fairly quickly. “I’m 45, fine lines around my jaw, neck and forehead. There’s a deeper crease between my eyes and I’ve had a really bad break out of hormonal acne along my jawline. Well the fine lines are less noticeable, the deep crease is less for sure and my acne is almost 100% gone. In just 4 days. The redness and uneven skin tone is gone. My skin is much tighter and the puffiness under my eyes is gone along with the dark circles. Seriously in 4 days!!”

Even more fans of the product have not held back their praise: “It’s like my facial skin shrunk and pulled back—nothing short of amazing. The new wave of skin care is taking things into your own hands at home and if you’re a do-it-yourself kind of girl, definitely get this one.” 

If you already have your skincare routine down, this tool is the perfect addition to use alongside your go-to serums, oils and lotions. As another reviewer noted, “I have been using this roller along with my usual face cream EVERY DAY twice a day for a month. I have seen a huge difference on my face. My skin is always glowy and my face looks even more slender now. I really have a more [youthful] look.”

Beyond providing anti-aging benefits, reviewers have also commented on its multifaceted functions, including migraine relief, dark circle reduction, sinus drainage and of course just the pure unadulterated pleasure of a de-stressing face massage. 

On top of all of that, its gold exterior and 24k face bar is a pretty cute addition to your makeup bag. The T-shape is designed for 6000 vib/min which users have noted is not too strong to make it uncomfortable for the face. 

Oh and in case you needed any more convincing, Tracee Ellis Ross also swears by massaging tools for tense muscles and early mornings. So the real question is, who wouldn’t want to look like Tracee Ellis Ross? 

Snatch up the Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager with over 2,000 five-star ratings while it’s 20 percent off following Prime Day. Just make sure you’re signed up for a Prime Membership to take advantage of all these limited-time offers.

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, STYLECASTER may receive an affiliate commission.

If you’re behind on trying the latest trendy skincare tools, the upcoming weeks are your opportunity to change that. Amazon has discounted countless products for its Black Friday sale, such as the top-selling Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager. Considering this is the lowest price we’ve seen it at all year (including Prime Day), we recommend snatching this one up while it’s a on sale for just $11.

The skin-tightening tool is sure to put thoughts of botox on the back burner; the product is built to make your face look younger and fresher without chemicals or irritation. It helps boost elasticity across sagging skin, soften fine lines and wrinkles and relieve any strain or pressure across the face. 

Courtesy of Amazon

Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager

According to one user, you’ll witness “huge changes” fairly quickly. “I’m 45, fine lines around my jaw, neck and forehead. There’s a deeper crease between my eyes and I’ve had a really bad break out of hormonal acne along my jawline. Well the fine lines are less noticeable, the deep crease is less for sure and my acne is almost 100% gone. In just 4 days. The redness and uneven skin tone is gone. My skin is much tighter and the puffiness under my eyes is gone along with the dark circles. Seriously in 4 days!!”

Even more fans of the product have not held back their praise: “It’s like my facial skin shrunk and pulled back—nothing short of amazing. The new wave of skin care is taking things into your own hands at home and if you’re a do-it-yourself kind of girl, definitely get this one.” 

If you already have your skincare routine down, this tool is the perfect addition to use alongside your go-to serums, oils and lotions. As another reviewer noted, “I have been using this roller along with my usual face cream EVERY DAY twice a day for a month. I have seen a huge difference on my face. My skin is always glowy and my face looks even more slender now. I really have a more [youthful] look.”

Beyond providing anti-aging benefits, reviewers have also commented on its multifaceted functions, including migraine relief, dark circle reduction, sinus drainage and of course just the pure unadulterated pleasure of a de-stressing face massage. 

On top of all of that, its gold exterior and 24k face bar is a pretty cute addition to your makeup bag. The T-shape is designed for 6000 vib/min which users have noted is not too strong to make it uncomfortable for the face. 

Oh and in case you needed any more convincing, Tracee Ellis Ross also swears by massaging tools for tense muscles and early mornings. So the real question is, who wouldn’t want to look like Tracee Ellis Ross? 

Snatch up the Beauty Bar 24k Golden Facial Massager with over 2,000 five-star ratings while it’s 20 percent off following Prime Day. Just make sure you’re signed up for a Prime Membership to take advantage of all these limited-time offers.

“It’s so difficult to find the right gifts for loved ones because what we really want for the holidays – connection, hope, faith, joy, wonder, magic – can’t be found on the shelves or online.” I’ve always remembered that insight – even though I can’t recall who said it!

This thought also relates to the common family gathering scenario of seeing a parent or loved one you haven’t seen for a while and recognizing the challenges they were having last year have now progressed to a level requiring action.

What happens next
can determine whether you move forward with connection, cooperation, and
support (what most people really want), or trigger conflict, anger, and
resentment.

In a perfect world – long before the need arose – your family would have discussed
and planned for this type of scenario, but for the rest of us, a few do’s and don’ts
can help us navigate this experience.

Don’t Discuss Anyone in Their Absence

It’s disrespectful
to mount a discussion about “what to do about Mom/Grandpa/whoever” without
including the person in question. A sure path to conflict is making decisions
for someone without respecting their right to be fully involved.

Don’t Take a Negative Approach

Using a person’s
inability to take care of themselves or their belongings, i.e., “your house/yard
is unkept, you’re not able to _________ anymore,” will not get you anywhere.

This deficit
focused approach will result in either despondent acceptance or an angry denial
and demand to mind your own business. Both responses are equally destructive.

Don’t Blame It on Age

Assuming that your loved one’s decline is “simply age” is unwise and unhealthy. Age is not a diagnosis, so don’t treat it as such.

Don’t Involve Connectedness

Many people tend to
regress into family roles that take the focus off of solutions. This is not the
time to compare how much better you know Dad than other family members, or air
grievances.

Learn as Much as You Can About Your Loved One’s Daily Life

Gather as much information as possible from your loved one and those in his daily life about how and what he’s doing. Consciously gather positives as well as negatives. Is he staying connected to friends, helping others, staying active, etc.?

Stay Focused on Solutions

It’s really tempting – especially when you expect push back and denial – to generate an irrefutable list of examples of how the person in question is unable to manage on his own anymore.

Seek a Medical Evaluation

Make sure you have
the opinion of a medical professional, i.e., if your loved one is at risk for a
fall then physical therapy can help.

Discuss Ideal Care Options

How does each
person involved in decision making envision an optimal “care environment”? If
one person wants to create a “safety bubble” and someone else is willing to
accept risk in exchange for empowering the individual to do as much for
themselves as possible, that sets the stage for both immediate and escalating
conflict.

Understand Quality of Life Values

Ask your loved one about
his most important values in regard to quality of life, and frame discussions
around how to support those values as much as possible.

The goal is to seek
adaptive strategies, assistance, and cooperation to help your loved one get
what he needs/wants from the living environment.

Ultimately, most
people want to retain control of their lives to the greatest degree possible so
before making decisions, consider how you would react in their shoes.

Remember, you are
seeking to create a conversation around this issue before it becomes a crisis
leaving few options. Here are 3 ways to go about it.

Culture of Well-Being

Consciously create
a culture of well-being rather than illness management. A culture of care can develop
by default out of a health crisis. Illness management “hitch-hikes” home from
the hospital and never leaves.

Prioritize well-being
in all dimensions – physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and
vocational – rather than allowing medication
management, doctor’s appointments, etc. to dominate the culture of care.

Care Partnership

Create a care
partnership rather than a caregiver/care-receiver relationship. This helps
build a care environment that can be sustained over the long haul.

A care partnership
acknowledges that the needs of the person requiring care are often more urgent,
but they are not more important than the needs of others involved.

The person needing
care also has expectations for contributing to the best of his ability to his
own well-being and the well-being of others. This approach recognizes his need for
self-efficacy and to give as well as receive, regardless of challenges.

It may be as simple
as saying thank you, graciously accepting help when needed, or recognizing when
changes have to be made. A care partnership may also require respecting your
loved one’s choices even if it makes a care-partner uncomfortable.

Disability Movement Model

Care partnerships
require a delicate balance. Consider how empowering people with disabilities
has demonstrated the critical need to uplift resilience, self-efficacy,
purpose, and self-esteem to support their quality of life.

In this model, both young and older people with severe disabilities are given resources, tools, and encouragement to overcome challenges and live fully in spite of them. They are provided adaptive strategies to help them participate in the broader world – not just strategies to make their world smaller and more manageable.

Adopt the same
approach with a loved one, regardless of their age.

The Aging & Family Resilience Checklist can help you evaluate your existing culture of care.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What kind of
care environment do you envision for yourself if you ever needed assistance? Have
you articulated that to family or friends? Has your family or friend group ever
discussed the “what ifs” surrounding how to respond to a loved-one in need?
Please join the conversation, and let’s discuss this important topic!