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Flawless Skin 101: The Product That Will Prevent Cancers and You Have It Sitting In Your Home
David Ruff
Hey guys! So as many of you know, I just uploaded my new YouTube video, where I did a huge skincare product haul. I briefly mentioned the importance of SPF, and I got a couple e-mails afterwards asking more in depth questions. I felt it was appropriate to make this blog post, since SPF is my number one secret to perfect skin.
Here on my blog, I am always talking about the latest skincare gadgets and coolest luxury face masks, but today I am sharing with you the most effective weapon of them all, and you all have it sitting in your closet or travel bag somewhere. It is SPF, or more commonly known as sunscreen. The power of sunscreen is often unappreciated by many. I am going to change your perception today in this blog post.
Having said that, I have hated sunscreen for years. When I am on a vacation, my parents force me into smearing it all over my face, body, and especially my nose, to prevent sunburns and skin cancers (don't worry, sunscreen actually makes your tan last longer). Over the past six months, I reevaluated my perspective on the long term and also present effects of sunscreen. Consequently, SPF has been essential in my everyday skincare routine - even on cloudy and rainy days.
Here's why: UVB Rays from the sun are constantly damaging our skin. And with the ozone layer deteriorating, and with the lack of protection from harsh rays from the sun, our skin is mirroring that of the ozone layer. SPF is that extra layer of protection to help not only prevent skin cancers but even wrinkles, dark spots, uneven skin tone, acne, oily skin, dry skin, and more! Whether you are a teen or an adult you want to prevent all of the above. Sunscreen or products infused with SPF are your secret weapon to keeping your skin flawless.
Even my favorite moisturizers and oils have SPF in them, and that is a plus for me! When shopping for daily products, a huge factor for deciding if I am interested in them, is if there is SPF in it. The Rose Stem Cell Oil by Peter Thomas Roth (which you can shop in my previous blog post or the "Shop My Favorites" section on my homepage) has SPF in it, and I love it because of that, the heavenly smell, and many more reasons!
Anyways, there are different amounts of SPF in different sunscreens and products. SPF15 and SPF30 are most effective, and higher SPFs don't really work that well, even though any SPF is better than none. Also, fun fact, according to humantouchofchemistery.com, "...the founder of L'Oreal Company, chemist Eugene Schueller refined the invention and the first sunscreen made its debut in 1936."
I really wish that this post gave you a different outlook on sunscreen. This the first of many steps to achieving flawless skin. And when entering the battlefield, SPF is not your enemy.
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
New YouTube Video: Skincare Haul and Product Review
David Ruff
Recently, I visited Alison Brod Marketing and Communications's beauty closet, and received a ton of luxury skincare products! I selected my favorites out of the bunch that I got. Watch the video, and shop all the products in the carousel down below by clicking on the individual photo.
SHOP MY FAVORITES
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
California It-Girl Ava Dash Weighs In On Her Favorite Go-To Pieces
David Ruff
Ava Dash is the ultimate cool girl - she is seventeen years old with nearly forty-thousand Instagram followers, and has recently started her modeling career. Dash is from New York City and currently lives with her famous fashion designer mom, Rachel Roy, in Los Angeles, California. If you are looking to take styling cues from anyone, Dash is definitely one to pay attention to. Ava can make any piece of clothing look cool. If I were to describe Ava's style in two words, I would say her style is girly yet edgy.
Ava Dash's favorites are her (sheer) turtlenecks, long oversized tees, fish nets, camouflage printed bomber, and pink velvet boots (Which are over 50% off! Shop them down below) - to name a few. She mixes and matches her favorites all the time, she can make tons of outfits out of her essentials. Dash says, "They are my favorite because they can all be dressed up or down, and above all, I can be super comfy while looking sleek and modern, and look like I put effort into the outfit!" The athleisure trend has become very popular amongst fashionistas, and all in all, many feel that simple "comfy" clothing can look very chic and put-together when knowing which articles of clothing compliment each other.
If you want to know more about this way of styling you can read my other blog posts that talk about that, such as Structured and Loose Layering and Is Nerdy the New Chic?
SHOP AVA'S FAVORITES
OUTFIT DETAILS
BOOTS - STEVE MADDEN
TURTLENECK - ARRIVE
TEE SHIRT - SAINT PABLO TOUR
FISHNETS - WOLFORD
BOMBER - VINTAGE
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
The Guide To Finding the Perfect Vintage Piece
David Ruff
Over the Summer, I visited San Fransisco, California, and I did some shopping. It was actually my first time vintage shopping. When vintage shopping, you never know what you are going to get. For first timers like myself, I didn't know how different vintage stores would be from regular shopping or online shopping. There are so many options, and the quality of the clothing varies. I quickly learned that I should prioritize the quality, bargain, and longevity of the product.
I selected this brown suede overcoat from Wasteland for only $65! I was debating between other pieces such as bombers and denim jackets, but this coat met every expectation on my checklist. The quality is amazing - it is suede and there are no indications of damage. There was only one stain in the inside of the coat which is easily removable, but otherwise it looks absolutely new! The bargain for this piece was great, a suede overcoat of this quality could be hundreds of dollars and it was a fraction of the price! And lastly, I knew this coat was going to last me such a long time. The coat is such a timeless piece and will never go out of style. The quality also ensures that it will provide longevity. Also, my most important tip is to imagine five outfits that could go with the purchase. I thought of countless ways to style my coat. My most favorite combo is a black turtleneck, leather boots, skinny jeans, and a cool pair of sunglasses. My coat went with my favorite looks, and even elevated those outfits, then I knew right away this was the right purchase.
These tips can also be useful for any type of shopping you do! If it is online, in-store, splurging, or vintage as well, it is always a good idea to give yourself guidelines so you don't just impulse shop. Knowing what you want is really essential for being a responsible shopper, and can lead you to finding special products not only the first thing you see.
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
Is Nerdy the New Chic?
David Ruff
Styles and trends are constantly evolving and changing. As you know from previous blog posts (such as my post about Structured and Loose Layering) I love mixing different shapes and silhouettes. Lately, on just about every celebrity and influencer's Instagram, everybody has been rocking faux glasses and loafers. These two accessories go with just about anything. I have been inspired by the athleisure trend, and incorporating formal loafers with baggy sweats have an effortless vibe as the different styles compliment each other. In a sense the styles even out each other - the formality of the loafers and the relaxed aesthetic of the sweats, to create an overall cool simple look.
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
How To Style an Outfit Like a 90s Kid
David Ruff
The trends of the 90s quite recently have been making a comeback. Although, I am only fifteen and never have actually been a 90s kid, from movies to TV shows to pictures to what all the fashionistas are wearing now, I curated an outfit inspired by these styles.
My base was a grey waffle long sleeve shirt to add more texture. On top of a pop of color, I added an oversized short sleeve mustard tee from Topman. To complete the look, baggy grey jeans demonstrated a more casual vibe. My new checkered vans made the outfit pop as well. These circular blue and purple sunnies from Westward Leaning gave the outfit a more modern twist.
Overall, my outfit had undertones of different shades of grey, with additional pops of colors and patterns to exemplify the fun trends of the 90s. The things that weren't so great from the 90s were the shark tooth necklaces and rainbow jelly bracelets, and I am glad I left that out from my look.
SHOP THE LOOK
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
Microneedling Is the Skincare Gadget That Will Change Your Skin
David Ruff
Microneedling is the key to smoother, tighter, and more youthful skin. Recently, it has become a staple in my skincare routine. Basically, the purpose of microneedling is to produce more collagen in your skin. Microneedling is typically done at clinics or with your dermatologist but now there are at home microneedling kits! I am always in love with trying new innovative skincare techniques to spice up my daily routine. Since I have heard so many great things about the GloPro (shop it here), when I got it sent to me, I couldn't wait to try!
When I put the derma rolling kit from GloPro on my Instagram Stories, I got many questions as to what it actually was and did. When you roll the derma roller on your face, it actually ruptures and destroys the surface layer of your skin in attempt to speed up your collagen production. Most people are scared or intimidated by the idea of putting needles on your face, but I was up for the challenge. You might be saying "Ow! That must hurt!", but on the roller, there are tiny needles pinching your skin so you barley feel it.
It has this unique feeling that you know it is working but is not painful. After your skin is used to it, it feels relaxing. I love microneedling when watching my favorite TV shows (you can read that blog post here). At first, I thought that there would be instant results but you only see a difference after a couple weeks. The instructions suggest that you use the GloPro anywhere from 2-3 days a week. Also, using it during the nighttime is most effective since collagen production is higher. It definitely helps my skin seem tighter, less bloated, reduce fine lines, and even out my complexion.
Before jumping into using your derma roller there are a few essential steps you need to follow.
1. Wash your face
Many people tend to skip washing their face before skin treatments, but it is so important to get rid of that excess dirt and oils on your skin. The roller needs to be effective without anything blocking the target points of your skin. Plus, you don't want to puncture any type of "muck" further into your skin.
2. Use a Serum
My kit provided a serum, but any other serum will do! When choosing a serum, make sure it has no alcohol or acids in it. Apply the serum right after you finish rolling so it sinks into your skin.
3. Clean the Roller
You want to sanitize your roller before using it again, you never want any filth penetrating back into your skin once you use it again. My kit came with an alcohol spray bottle, but you can use just about anything to clean your roller that is safe, such as rubbing alcohol. Cleaning is so so so important, don't get lazy!
Overall, my experience with the GloPro has been amazing! I do suggest you purchase a kit for yourself. But before doing so, know what works for your skin type. If your skin is very sensitive or irritated, I think puncturing fragile areas of your skin will only provoke further irritation. As I said, see if this product is right for you! I can only provide my experiences and expertise, but you should also educate yourself more with other reliable sources such as a dermatologist or magazine article.
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
New YouTube Video: Spring Look Book
David Ruff
Spring is just around the corner, so I felt the need to provide some inspiration for my viewers on what to wear, how to wear it, and all the up and coming trends! If you love my YouTube videos I will always have a video up at least every other week. I am going to try to do videos for consecutive weeks here and there!
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
VIDEOGRAPHY: VICTORIA OVIEDO
Structured and Loose Layering
David Ruff
When layering, I love to mix and match styles whether it be within that specific article of clothing or all different types of clothing. With my camel colored shirt that I used as a jacket, it was oversized which gave it a loose look, yet had a defined lapel and bold buttons that gave it a structured look. My dress pants are very formal but relaxed because the leg is not tapered. This also applies to colors. I mixed camel, grey, and navy for a neutral vibe that is put together but also has an effortless chic style.
To top off the look, I added these flat top Yves Saint Laurent sunnies, which go with the whole look. The color is a simple black that is not striking, but hard edges that give it that strong look. In addition, my white sneakers are a boxy shape with simple straps that are very casual and geometric. Overall, my look included defined shapes and structures that are oversized and baggy to create that off duty effortless look.
SHOP MY LOOK
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
PHOTOGRAPHY: VICTORIA OVIEDO
The Best TV Shows and Everything You Need To Know About Them
David Ruff
I have always loved binge watching TV shows on Netflix and any other streaming site. Whenever I end a TV show, I always find that I am lost as to what show to start next. I have been pretty good on finding that perfect show, back to back. So I will be sharing with you the best TV shows and everything you need to know about them. I will provide the name, the summary, how many seasons, where you can find them, and all you need to do is watch!
SCANDAL
Currently, this is my favorite show! I am obsessed. Recently when I was off a week from school, I finished five seasons in four days. I am pretty dedicated when it comes to my Netflix binging and any of my friends can testify to that.
PLOT: Olivia Pope basically runs Washington, D.C. She is the definition of girl boss. She is a fixer, and will help cover up any illegal case a client presents her with. Pope has a team of fixers working with her, with their own quirky (and even scary) personalities. Pope was the President's campaign manager, and let's just say it was love at first site. The President (Fitz) is having an affair with Olivia Pope, and lets also keep in mind he is married, has a family, and happens to be THE PRESIDENT. The show also contains many scandals amongst this one. Everything and everybody in the White House is exposed, and everybody is quite power hungry. And as I said, Olivia runs D.C. with her connections, her powerful attitude, and the President on a leash. Just when you think you have all of the characters and plot figured out, there is a new twist. This show will keep you up all night, literally (I have stayed up until 6:00am numerous times watching).
SEASONS: Season 6 is currently on ABC right now, and the show just got renewed for its seventh season.
WHERE TO WATCH: ABC, Netflix, Hulu
GOSSIP GIRL
Gossip girl is my all time favorite. I have watched this show over and over again. Six times. When it comes to Gossip Girl I go to the extreme. I even told this to Blake Lively who starred in the hit TV series, you can watch that in my New York Fashion Week Vlog here.
PLOT: Gossip Girl takes place on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. An anonymous blogger who calls herself Gossip Girl, dishes out all the juicy scandals of the Upper East Side elite. Spoiled and attractive teenagers do petty things to each other and Gossip Girl is the first to know. The basis of the show is about Serena Van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf, frenemies who claim to be best friends. Serena is the hot blonde that every guy falls for. Serena can do whatever she wants and her trust fund and the paparazzi will follow. Blair Waldorf is the queen bee of the school and of Manhattan. She is the fashion trendsetter, has the perfect grades, and is as cute as a button. Don't be fooled by her innocent face because she is the pettiest of them all. She can and will end your future with a text message and a group of mean girls who call themselves her minions. We see inside the extravagant lifestyle of the duo and everyone that is associated with them. Their friendships, love stories, and issues. We see the characters grow from high schoolers to adults with lives of their own. This show can be perceived as just high school rich kid pettiness, but underneath it exemplifies the struggles and insecurities of an every day teenager.
SEASONS: There are 6 seasons, and the show ended in 2012.
WHERE TO WATCH: Netflix
MORE AMAZING TV SHOWS: Gilmore Girls, How To Get Away With Murder, Quantico, Jane The Virgin, and Sex and the City
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
PHOTOGRAPHY: VICTORIA OVIEDO
New YouTube Video: New York Fashion Week Vlog
David Ruff
New York Fashion Week in February has always been one of my favorite times of the year. I have been going for nearly 10 years - even as a little toddler. Although, this is my first time as a blogger/vlogger, sharing my experiences with YOU. This video contains the shows I attended, my outfits, meeting Blake Lively, and more candid moments.
Let me know what you guys think in the comment section down below! Any feedback, suggestions, tips, and more. Hope you enjoyed this post. Stay Ruff!
New YouTube Video: How To Make Matcha Lattes and Avocado Toast
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/food/video/matcha-latte-and-avocado-toast
Yeezy Look For Less: Shopping The Style Without Breaking the Bank
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/fashion/yeezy-look-for-less
10 Quotes About Art That Will Make You Say WOW!
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/art/10-quotes-about-art-that-will-make-you-say-wow
The Perfect Valentines Day Gift Guide For Every Person You Know
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/lifestyle/the-perfect-valentines-day-gift-guides
Valentines Day Themed Foods That Will Boost Your Immune System
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/food/valentines-day-themed-foods-that-will-boost-your-immune-system
4 Unexpected Things You Are Doing Wrong In Your Beauty Routine
David Ruff
https://www.roughlyruff.com/beauty/4-things-you-are-doing-wrong