How can I make te skin on my face healthy again?
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Jessy
I had bad acne and used retin a. My face was red and peely ad it stung a lot and was very dry. I stopped using the medication and now I only use natural products, and when I have a blemish I just stick a bit of tea tree oil. I also use the Olay pro x spin thing. And my face is still very red and dry! What can I do to make it better? Have I already aged my skin a lot? Help!!!
Answer
VERY LONG ANSWER! BUT THIS WILL HELP YOU!
You haven't aged your skin, you're just not using products that agree with your skin type. That Olay thing is probably irritating your skin. I have THE MOST sensitive skin the world. Anything and everything will make me break out. My skin gets very red and peels and burns if I'm not following my routine every single day. I used to use Retin-A and it made my skin do the same thing yours is doing. Since that is a RX product, I would suggest going back to your dermatologist and asking for a new one. Another problem you may be having is you used it every single day as prescribed. When using a strong acne medication like that, you're supposed to build your way up to it until you adjust to it. (Week 1-use it once or twice, week 2-three times, etc.) He/she can also prescribe you a special lotion that will prevent the peeling and dryness the Retin-A causes. Here's my skin care routine that works wonders on my skin:
I'm on two prescriptions from my dermatologist. Tretinoin Cream .05%, and Monocycline (pill I take twice a day with a meal-otherwise you will get sick from it) I HIGHLY suggest asking your dermatologist about this pill. It cleared my skin up so fast and kept it clear. The cream is meant to to be used all over your face daily, but I use it for spot treatment because I get the big, random zits around my period. I don't have acne all over.
Daily face wash: Bought it at Trader Joe's. I'm not sure if it's all natural, but there's no harsh chemical's or ance-fighting ingredients in it. It just cleans my skin and makes it feel really nice. I use this every morning and ALMOST every night.
The nights that I don't use it: 2-3 times a week, I use Burt's Beeswax Peach and Willowbark Deep Pore scrub. It's 100% natural and removes all the dirt and dead skin. Since it's a scrub, it also removes any peeling or dry skin I have. Since your skin is so irritated right now, I would suggest using this after your skin calms down. The exfoliators might irritate it more.
Moisturizers: In the morning, I use a VERY thin layer of petroleum jelly that was purchased at either Whole Foods or Trader Joe's. Those won't clog your pores and it gives you ultimate moisture. Plus, it calms any burning you have. At night, I use Burt's Beeswax Natural Skin Solutions Night Cream. A-MAZ-ING product. It makes my skin silky smooth and keeps it really, really moist. And it smells so good. If you buy it, remember, a little bit goes a long way.
Lastly, if you're like me, I'm sure your peeling skin looks 10x worse when you put makeup on. A little trick I do when my skin is dry, is mix a little foundation with non-scented lotion and apply it normally. Then follow with the rest of your makeup. It gives you the coverage that you need but keeps your skin from peeling even more.
VERY LONG ANSWER! BUT THIS WILL HELP YOU!
You haven't aged your skin, you're just not using products that agree with your skin type. That Olay thing is probably irritating your skin. I have THE MOST sensitive skin the world. Anything and everything will make me break out. My skin gets very red and peels and burns if I'm not following my routine every single day. I used to use Retin-A and it made my skin do the same thing yours is doing. Since that is a RX product, I would suggest going back to your dermatologist and asking for a new one. Another problem you may be having is you used it every single day as prescribed. When using a strong acne medication like that, you're supposed to build your way up to it until you adjust to it. (Week 1-use it once or twice, week 2-three times, etc.) He/she can also prescribe you a special lotion that will prevent the peeling and dryness the Retin-A causes. Here's my skin care routine that works wonders on my skin:
I'm on two prescriptions from my dermatologist. Tretinoin Cream .05%, and Monocycline (pill I take twice a day with a meal-otherwise you will get sick from it) I HIGHLY suggest asking your dermatologist about this pill. It cleared my skin up so fast and kept it clear. The cream is meant to to be used all over your face daily, but I use it for spot treatment because I get the big, random zits around my period. I don't have acne all over.
Daily face wash: Bought it at Trader Joe's. I'm not sure if it's all natural, but there's no harsh chemical's or ance-fighting ingredients in it. It just cleans my skin and makes it feel really nice. I use this every morning and ALMOST every night.
The nights that I don't use it: 2-3 times a week, I use Burt's Beeswax Peach and Willowbark Deep Pore scrub. It's 100% natural and removes all the dirt and dead skin. Since it's a scrub, it also removes any peeling or dry skin I have. Since your skin is so irritated right now, I would suggest using this after your skin calms down. The exfoliators might irritate it more.
Moisturizers: In the morning, I use a VERY thin layer of petroleum jelly that was purchased at either Whole Foods or Trader Joe's. Those won't clog your pores and it gives you ultimate moisture. Plus, it calms any burning you have. At night, I use Burt's Beeswax Natural Skin Solutions Night Cream. A-MAZ-ING product. It makes my skin silky smooth and keeps it really, really moist. And it smells so good. If you buy it, remember, a little bit goes a long way.
Lastly, if you're like me, I'm sure your peeling skin looks 10x worse when you put makeup on. A little trick I do when my skin is dry, is mix a little foundation with non-scented lotion and apply it normally. Then follow with the rest of your makeup. It gives you the coverage that you need but keeps your skin from peeling even more.
What is the best primer for an oily skin type with wrinkles?
vagabond.
Hello! I am looking for a new primer. My nose is very oily, but I have under-eye wrinkles and laugh lines. I was wondering what primer would be best for my skin type. I really don't want my makeup to settle into my wrinkles anymore, but I need to keep my oiliness under control, and I need my makeup to last. Any suggestions? I don't care if it's drugstore, department store, or Sephora-type makeup, I just need suggestions! Thank you!
Answer
I would consider OLAY Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - 1.7 oz.
Product Features
* Pal-KT and Pal-KTTKS Peptides help stimulate cell growth, reduce depth, length and volume of wrinkles, increase skin thickness, decrease overall skin roughness, help correct discoloration and repair sun damaged skin.
* Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) improves the appearance of wrinkles, decreases skin discolorations, lessens redness, reduces sallowness, and improves skin elasticity.
http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Pro-X-Wrinkle-Smoothing-Cream/dp/B001FT3P0C/?tag=nktf-20
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574865779&toolid=10001&campid=5336440665&customid=nktf&mpre=http%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dwrinkle%2bcream%26_sacat%3d0%26_dmpt%3dUS_Makeup_Eyes%26_odkw%3drimmel%2bmascara%26_osacat%3d0%26_trksid%3dp3286.c0.m270.l1311
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I would consider OLAY Professional Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream - 1.7 oz.
Product Features
* Pal-KT and Pal-KTTKS Peptides help stimulate cell growth, reduce depth, length and volume of wrinkles, increase skin thickness, decrease overall skin roughness, help correct discoloration and repair sun damaged skin.
* Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) improves the appearance of wrinkles, decreases skin discolorations, lessens redness, reduces sallowness, and improves skin elasticity.
http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Pro-X-Wrinkle-Smoothing-Cream/dp/B001FT3P0C/?tag=nktf-20
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574865779&toolid=10001&campid=5336440665&customid=nktf&mpre=http%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dwrinkle%2bcream%26_sacat%3d0%26_dmpt%3dUS_Makeup_Eyes%26_odkw%3drimmel%2bmascara%26_osacat%3d0%26_trksid%3dp3286.c0.m270.l1311
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