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About Cyndi Smith
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Expertise
I can answer all questions relating to general skin care regimens based on skin type and condition and make product and protocol recommendations. I can also answer most questions regarding chemical as well as organic peels, crystal free vs. traditional dermabrasions, and most questions about the many ways diet, sleep, situational conditions and genetics affect the skin. I cannot answer questions regarding make-up *artistry* as this is not my area of strong expertise. (questions re: make-up ingredients and reactions, etc. are fine though)

Experience
I began my career 15 years ago as a medical assistant in a multi-disciplinary office which included skin care. I later made the choice to switch to specifically skin care (almost 3 years ago) and studied for a solid year after receiving my esthetics license under a 23 year veteran in the field of skin care in an advanced esthetics office. I now have my own business as well as a position as director of esthetics at a medical facility.

Organizations
If you wish, please see my bio. at www.jiabellaskin.com

Education/Credentials
Attended CSU Fresno in the nursing program - 3 years Esthetics Program 600 hrs. in Fresno, Ca. Various master classes around the state of California as well as in New York City.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Cyndi Smith 
In Category  Makeup & Skincare

SubjectDate Asked

peach fuzz9/2/2008
  Q: ok so this is pretty embarrasing, but i've been noticing some peach fuzz growing on my upper lip, nd ...
  A: We all go through these things at one time or another. There are solutions. Try not to worry! :) ...
puffy eyes5/14/2008
  Q: I have had a lot of problems with puffy eyelids and under eye puffiness. I have tried sleeping more, ...
  A: If you have tried everything else, you may want to consider the old cold spoons or fresh cucumber ...
scars or spots3/28/2008
  Q: Okay I have scars or dark spots on my legs from insect bites. I had these marks since I was like 10 ...
  A: Unfortunately, short of laser treatments there are no solutions to this problem that give fast ...
eye cream3/26/2008
  Q: I'm 25 years old, and I've never used any specific eye cream. I use a combination of Clinique and ...
  A: Generally eyelids don't need a great deal of extra moisture. If you find that yours do, it's fine to ...
acne3/9/2008
  Q: This really bad acne-prone skin has been passed through my family..and lucky me, I've got it. It's ...
  A: If Duac and Differin didn't help, I really doubt Neutrogena will, unfortunately. :/ You may want ...
Terrible Skin3/7/2008
  Q: I have break outs like you you wouldn't believe. I have black skin with very large pores. I do not ...
  A: I'm really sorry you aren't getting more help from your dermatologist. You may want to consider ...
Dark circles and Acne treatment3/4/2008
  Q: I am male, age 21, light brown, and have had under eye puffiness (line close to the nose) and very ...
  A: Darkness is very tricky under the eye area. From the sounds of it to me, you may want to try a ...
Skin Care Product Knowledge3/1/2008
  Q: I am an Asian male living in a tropical country. I am 25 years old and until about 1 and a half year ...
  A: I'll start by answering directly a, b and c ... a) Yes, it tends to be correct that most products ...
eye cream - yves st laurent??3/1/2008
  Q: I am 22 years old and I noticed that when I smile I see a lot of lines,sometimes even puffyness ...
  A: I just noticed that you had to submit this question 3 times to get an answer and I wanted to ...
Everyday Skin Care2/28/2008
  Q: I'm 18 years old right now, about to turn 19 in a few months, and basically, since I'm still pretty ...
  A: What a well thought out question!! It sounds to me like your over all care is fine, with perhaps a ...
ives st laurent - temps majeur eye cream?2/27/2008
  Q: I am 22 years old and I noticed that when I smile I see a lot of lines,sometimes even puffyness ...
  A: I'm unfamiliar with this particular eye cream, but in general an eye cream used for multiple ...
eyelash extensions2/25/2008
  Q: I have sparse eyelashes on my top lids as a result of pulling them out when i was a kid when i would ...
  A: Eyelash extensions (yes, they are the same thing as semi permanent lashes) can look as natural as ...
why should avoid oily makeup and coverups2/19/2008
  Q: my question is why should avoid oily makeup and coverups?? and i'm 21 and i started to have one or ...
  A: I guess the thing to keep in mind is that not all oils are bad oils. What you want to avoid on your ...
make up for skin with eczema2/18/2008
  Q: I have been suffering this condition for some years already but this time it seems not to go away..I ...
  A: ! Great question! Hands down, I say Jane Iredale. If you go to their website, they have a wealth ...
facial hair2/17/2008
  Q: I have naturally really dark hair, and it shows on my face! The facial hair on my upper lip ...
  A: If you do not wish to go through waxing or laser, tweezing probably would be the next best thing ...
yellow skin type2/16/2008
  Q: I am light skin women " blonde hair " and I have yellow skin. What would the best make up color ...
  A: Since there are so many skin tones and so many makeup shades out there, I'd suggest going into a ...
Weird bumbs on face and upper arms.2/16/2008
  Q: I have these weird bumps on my arms and when i squeeze them this white stuff comes out of them. What ...
  A: I'm sooooo sorry it took me so long to respond. Computer server problems!!! :/ It sounds like you ...
terrible skin... please help!2/14/2008
  Q: i hope you can help. i am a 21 y/o cauc. woman, and i'm completely lost as to what to do for my ...
  A: I'm so sorry you're having a rough time like this. I know how it can effect your entire life :/ ...
Wedding day make-up2/13/2008
  Q: I am getting married in March and I want to do my own make-up. I have blue eyes are pretty fair ...
  A: What you want to do is cover with a concealer for under eye circles that counters the bluish look, ...
ingredience2/11/2008
  Q: does clinque superdefense contain paraben,sodium lauryl,propylene etc. which is not good for you?
  A: The best way for you to find out about the ingredients in this particular product would be for you ...
Having eyebags every morning2/8/2008
  Q: Smith, hello my name is Baris. I have a problem I would like to share with you. I travelled and ...
  A: Bags under the eyes can be caused by a number of factors. Sometimes spices used in Asian foods (even ...
hae2/5/2008
  Q: hae i am 17 male from australia yr 12 almost done about 7 months to go i would like to know how i ...
  A: Well about the popping, all I can say is that you need to try to force yourself to stop popping ...
Skin Purging and Juliet's2/5/2008
  Q: I am a 21 year old black female with mild Acne and I recently purchased a product called Juliet's ...
  A: The ingredients seem fine to me. There are a couple ingredients I found "iffy" but nothing extreme ...
Skin Purging and Juliet's2/1/2008
  Q: I am a 21 year old black female with mild Acne and I recently purchased a product called Juliet's ...
  A: Unfortunately this system is not allowing me to see any web address, so I don't have access right at ...
Skin Purging and Juliet's2/1/2008
  Q: I am a 21 year old black female with mild Acne and I recently purchased a product called Juliet's ...
  A: I'm sorry you're going thru this. It IS in fact true that the skin goes thru a purging process when ...
Large Pores1/31/2008
  Q: I have used many different moisturizers and I am finding that my cheek pores are getting larger and ...
  A: The condition of having large pores with dryness tells me there's a lack of balance somewhere. Large ...
fine lines and black eyes1/26/2008
  Q: I am twenty years old and have noticed that i have fine lines under my eyes! My eyes also look dark. ...
  A: Many of us are beginning to struggle with this problem ;) I am not familiar with this particular ...
skin!!!!1/26/2008
  Q: ... is there a way i can get rid of them?... i also have a deep acne scar on my nose that looks like ...
  A: Sorry to hear you're struggling. From the sounds of it, I'd say you may want to consider investing ...
Dark spots left from bug bites1/24/2008
  Q: I'm a 37 year old African American woman. Just recently I returned from a vacation where I was ...
  A: Sorry to hear about the snack the bugs made of you. The dark spots are very common after bug bites, ...
makeup ingredients1/24/2008
  Q: We have switched our entire diet to fresh, organic food and I am in the process of trying to find ...
  A: First of all, congratulations on a very positive lifestyle change. :) As far as make-up, I believe ...
breakouts (little pimples, blackheads)1/23/2008
  Q: I am very healthy. I exercise, take vitamins, wash and clean my face every morning and night. But ...
  A: In some cases when the skin is deprived of moisture all together it will do two things: 1. It will ...
breakouts (little pimples, blackheads)1/22/2008
  Q: I am very healthy. I exercise, take vitamins, wash and clean my face every morning and night. But ...
  A: Without seeing these bumps or knowing what may be happening around the time of the breakouts, it's ...
Body and Face wash...1/22/2008
  Q: I was just wondering what you would recommend would be some of the best body and face washes for ...
  A: I don't know if you have tried Cetaphil products but they are mild and contain no fragrances, etc ...
Skin reaction to the sun1/20/2008
  Q: My son-now 18 years-has suffered since early childhood with a painful burning sensation along sides ...
  A: I don't have any direct knowledge of a vitamin deficiency that would cause this, but a holistic ...
Skin reaction to the sun1/18/2008
  Q: My son-now 18 years-has suffered since early childhood with a painful burning sensation along sides ...
  A: It sounds like you've gone the extra mile to get answers and the G.P and Derm came up empty. I'm not ...
makeup1/18/2008
  Q: Tinted moisturizers and Foundation what is the difference and benefits? which one do you prefer and ...
  A: Tinted moisturizers offer a very sheer hint of color that is good for people with little or no need ...
Dark Features, But Can't Tan1/17/2008
  Q: I'm 16, and have dark brown eyes and hair. When I was younger, I could get a tan so easily. I'm ...
  A: This is a situation you may want to speak to a doctor about. If you can get in to see a ...
Foundation1/17/2008
  Q: at what age should a lady start wearing foundation? i heard that foundations are for women who are ...
  A: The choice as to whether or not to wear foundation is entirely up to you. Foundation making the face ...
skin whitening1/16/2008
  Q: . i have light tanned skin and i have alittle black patches on my bikini area from a couple of years ...
  A: There are good bleaching creams out there. One of my favorites is Image Total Bleaching Cream. It's ...
Skin Care Routine1/14/2008
  Q: Can you please give me a skin care routine to follow....i don't know what to do??? PLease be ...
  A: A good skin care routine should be very specific to your skin type and any skin conditions you may ...
Skin care regimen recommendations1/13/2008
  Q: I am a mid-20's female with oily skin living in hot & humid Florida. I have battled with acne since ...
  A: As long as you use a clean cloth each time you should be fine. :) As far as the drugstore mineral ...
I NEED HELP! PLEASE!1/13/2008
  Q: I need help on what colors would look good on me. I have golden peachy skin, on the light side. I ...
  A: Gosh it's such a challenge to match someone's skintone when you haven't seen them. :/ From what ...
eye make up1/12/2008
  Q: I usually go to sleep with a little bit of mascara and eye liner on nearly every night!! Can this ...
  A: You should definitely remove all make up every night. It's hard to say exactly how much damage can ...
Skin care regimen recommendations1/11/2008
  Q: I am a mid-20's female with oily skin living in hot & humid Florida. I have battled with acne since ...
  A: Living in a humid climate I don't think you need steam very often. Maybe once a month or so. Washing ...
TEEN MAKEUP PRODUCTS1/11/2008
  Q: I AM A MOTHER OF A 12 YEAR OLD AND SHE WOULD LIKE TO START WEARING MAKEUP. WHICH MAKEUP LINE WOULD ...
  A: I agree. Everyone has their favorite. My favorite (I wear it as does my teenage daughter) is Jane ...
Skin lightners and dark-circle1/8/2008
  Q: I am light brown, but my face is slightly darker and the area around my eyes are very dark ...
  A: As far as skin lighteners for the whole face I like Image Skin Lightening Serum if you like to stick ...
eye make up1/7/2008
  Q: I have really small eyes but not too small.. I use alot of eyeshadow, mascara and eyeliner but they ...
  A: I'm not sure how you currently apply your makeup and I haven't seen your eyes, so this is just my ...
hair under belly1/6/2008
  Q: hey Cyndi. Hey there Casey. I'm 15 and have a lot of hair under my belly button. When I was about 13 ...
  A: More women than you may realize suffer from this problem. It's generally related to hormone activity ...
my stetch marks is ruining my life1/5/2008
  Q: I'm 14 and have alot of stretch marks on my tummy, thighs and legs. I got them since I was 12. I am ...
  A: Something lots of people don't know is that among the biggest causes for stretch marks in genetics. ...
Eye Wrinkles1/5/2008
  Q: Ever since I was about 1 1/2 years old, I've had which would be best described as wrinkles, or skin ...
  A: Hey there Heidi! I don't know if you have tried serums or eye creams. There are a few on the market ...
Skin lightners and dark-circle1/4/2008
  Q: I am light brown, but my face is slightly darker and the area around my eyes are very dark ...
  A: I see this issue all the time in my own treatment room. It's one of the biggest skincare concerns ...
cracked skin on knees1/3/2008
  Q: I'm 14 and I have really bad skin on my knees. I think you call that cracked skin. People have skin ...
  A: The buildup on your knees is something a lot of athletes get too from sliding on the ground and that ...
dark spots on my legs1/3/2008
  Q: i am 16 year old African American and i have dark spots all over my legs i've been shaving my legs ...
  A: Sounds like possibly ingrown hair scars from shaving. Without seeing your skin I can't be sure. I'm ...
dark skin1/2/2008
  Q: I have dark skin on my inner thighs. I want to use a skin cream to lighten it but not what kind to ...
  A: One thing I'd suggest is getting to the root of potential causes for the darkness. A dermatologist ...
Skin Care1/2/2008
  Q: Can you give me any tips on how I can get rid of my acne and blackheads? Plus, how can I keep it ...
  A: The best defense against current and future acne is a general health approach from the inside out. ...
skin problems1/1/2008
  Q: please help me i dont know how to get these red pimples and red rash away, its gettin worse and they ...
  A: I'm so sorry to hear what you're going through. I know this can be just so frustrating. Without ...
moistureizers & skin care12/30/2007
  Q: am 51 with sensitive skin (skin in pretty good shape, Retin A user for years). I need more ...
  A: Great question. Many will have the same question this time of year. With all the bitter cold ...
Patch of Red Dry Flaky Skin12/17/2007
  Q: About a week or so ago my chin became very red and discolored, while the rest of my face was ...
  A: Did you by any chance switch toothpaste within a week or so of the inflammation? This can sometimes ...

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