Lets Talk About skin Care, Beauty And Health Tips

okay, so my face is pretty clear, a few zits every once in a while, but i want my skin to be like.. amazing. haha (: i checked this website & it said to use (non-scented) face wash, moisturizer, a weekly mask & exfoliator. It recommends Biore Pore Minimizing Refining Exfoliator && Aveda's Deep Cleansing Herbal Clay Masque has anybody used this? if you have, or if you recommend anything else, comment please! that'd be great! thanks (:

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I use Body Shop face products =) I highly recommend you try them out ! EVERY product I've EVER bought there never fails to impress! I use the Seaweed Purifying Facial Cleanser =) I think cleansing is the MOST important part of your routine , because if you don't remove dirt, oil & grime, you'll breakout.
On to moisturizer: I use the Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer for combo/oily skin (: I've used it daily for about a year now and I love it! Very very basic moisturizer, but something I can't live without ! Also, it's pretty inexpensive (:
Mask/exfoliator: I normally don't use masks or exfoiliators, I feel they aren't completely necessary for ME, but I do use them when my skin is feeling gross or I'm stressed. (You should use one of the two products when your stressed/tired to prevent it from showing thru your skin =) )
The best thing to do is visit a Body Shop location close to you and speak to one of the workers there, they'll help you find the perfect routine for your skin ! =)

**Just for reference, my skin is normal, but it gets a little oily around my nose and forehead (T-zone) , so to be on the safe side, I use products for combo/oily skin=)

Teens: SOme questions about skin and skin care..?

I asked this in the skin and body section but it's dead there. lol.

1-) how many times should i cleanse my face a day?
2) how often should i exfoliate/moisturize?
3) is toning important?
4) Is it a good idea to change your facial cleanser ever month? I heard that your skin can become immune to it.
5) any other skin tips would be greatly appreciated!

ps- oh yea, how to deal with body acne? (i know it's gross, but yea -_- )

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I'm not sure on what is recommended, but this is just what i do. Of course i am different to you, and everyone has different skin types, so what might work for me, might not for you.

1). Twice. Once in the morning and once at night.
2). Usually once or twice. I usually exfoliate and moisturize in the morning and night.
3). Ehh, i don't do it. I don't need it. It depends on your skin, though. More of a personal decision.
4). Again, this depends on the individual. My skin is great with the same facial cleanser i've used for over a year now, but in saying that i don't use it everyday, because my skin sometimes reacts to too much cleansing as opposed to too little. It may be a good idea to do so if you want, but some products may work for you, and some might not.
5). Facial cleansers aren't that important, unless you have skin problems. I only use mine when my skin is playing up. Just make sure to wash your face with water twice a day. Oh, and try not to touch your face! Drinking heaps of water can help with acne. Make sure to stay hydrated; it's very important for healthy skin.

BODY ACNE:
Exfoliate gently whilst in the shower. Do you do heaps of sports or something that causes you to sweat a lot? That can cause acne. Maybe use a powder puff? And wash your body when you shower. They make body acne washes.
If nothing else works, then you can go to the doctor and have an acne cream prescribed. They're expensive, but they're effective!

Good luck!
:)

Help, I'm trying to learn about skin care as a teen. I know you ABSOLUTELY NEED sunblock when you go out to prevent skin damage, but what about moisturizer? I go out every day so I need sunblock more often.

How do you do it? Should sunscreen also have moisturizer in it?? Help Please.

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well I get moisturizer that already has spf in it so no need to use two different products.

What is the best skin product for large pores?

I am in my thirties and teen acne skin care isn't working. I work in a dirty dusty place and I have large pores, I get home from work and they are just so dirty. Can anyone suggest something that would help keep my pores clean and possibly shrink them? Thank you.

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Apple cider vinegar.

I'm 14 years old, and my skin is oily in the t-zone. I'm just looking around for skin care products to keep my skin healthy, and natural. I use Clinique makeup and I was wondering if their skin care products are safe for 14 year olds.

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of course they are safe! they have their 3 step system which includes facial soap, Clarifying Lotion, and Moisturizer.

first you use the facial soap which is just a cleanser

then for the clarifying lotion (which is toner) they have a #1, #2, #3
number 1 is for very dry to dry
number 2 is for dry combination
number 3 is for oily
number 4 is for very oily

it sounds like you need number 3(oily)

then you use the moisturizer. they have a lotion or a gel depending on your skin type. since you have oily skin, you would use the gel.

you can purchase these products individually or they come as a set. I love these products! I have tried all of them

and just if you are wondering the whole set costs $50.50

I hope this helps and you will love these products!

With all the different skin care products out, how do you which is best for you?

I have to admit when I go down the skin care aisle at my store I do get a little overwhelmed.

There must be over a 100 different products for your skin. How do you know what to choose for your skin type and age?
I don't have any problems I want to fix, it's more for preventative measures.

I'm lucky enough to have pretty even skin and I've never had an acne problem.

So really I guess what I need is something to maintain my skin as it is now.

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Figure out the exact problem you need to fix. Acne? Oily skin? Dry skin? Once you've got that figured out, you're already half way there.

As for age, I don't really think age matters. If you're 50 but you have adult acne, you can use Clean and Clear, even if it does seem targeted towards teens. Or if you're only 20 but you've got some premature skin aging going on, it's fine to use an Olay anti-wrinkle treatment. Age doesn't matter, if it solves your skin issues, it is good.

Once you know what you need to fix with your skin, move slowly through the aisles. Look on the labels to see what each product does. You'll be able to find products that will work for your skin problems. Then, once you've gone down the whole aisle (devote some time towards this!) write down all of the products that seemed as though they fit your needs. Then once you get home, look up reviews for them on makeupalley.com. Then you'll be able to figure out which work best, and you can go back to the store and buy them.

If your skin is nice already because of whatever you're doing now, keep doing it. I know personally that taking good skin and using products that you've never needed before can really take a toll on your skin and make it bad.

I have couple blackheads here and there, along with some whiteheads. My skin type is a combination of dry, and oily. I'm tired of having acne, it's so frustrating to deal with. My confidence level has dropped down a lot. I need help. So, what's a good skin care routine to achieve smooth, healthy, and flawless skin?

Thanks for answering!
I'm 13 by the way.

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**I had a hypersensitive, fair skin in my early teens. My skin was dry and severely flaking, had severe sun damage, discolorations, blotches, large pores, many blackheads and whiteheads, pimples and scars. I found cause was mainly harsh soaps and also shampoos that gave me severe flaking scalp and harmed facial skin. I switched to hair and face washing with a mild natural bar soap with no additives, no colorings, no fragrances and healing started. Healing was very much hastened by vigorous massaging with essential oils. To do vigorously first tighten face by opening mouth 3/4" and pulling lips firmly back against teeth. Do a forward and back massage with tips and front and sides of fingers and palms, depending where on face applying. Circular massage is not effective. Gradually build up to vigorous as skin has to adjust. Initially face and hands may ache but also quickly adjust. If do a daily 30 min massage(can be in two or more sessions) you will get dramatic results. In first few days blackheads, whiteheads and pores will vanish or greatly diminish. Skin will quickly become smoother, softer, tighter and look and feel revitalized and develop a healthy glow. Keep it up and It will become totally blemish free. Oils are perfect moisturizers so do not remove. Lightly wash off excess with water and dab dry with tissues.
Treatment also cured skin hyper sensitivity.
We are always being told that high spf sunscreens are bad for skin. After massaging with oil, apply sunscreen on top of oil. The oil acts as a barrier. Surprisingly it is equally if not more effective. I often spend many hours a day in blistering Mexican sun with just one application of spf 15 and never burn.
OILS: I had great results with olive. Best for some acne prone skins are lavender, rosewood, bergamot. They do not clog, cause breakouts and they lessen skin's production of oils. They are strong and need diluting 25/75 or 50/50 with grapeseed, almond or olive oil.
Many have benefited on Answers from treatment. Here is a report from one of them.

wannabeblue28: "Hi Mukunda M. I have just been rubbing my face and neck with the ridges of my fingers and hands. It has made a HUGE difference in my complexion after just one night. ...... my skin looks so much tighter and i no longer have bags under my eyes! Thank you so much for your post, I have been suffering with acne and under-eye circles since i was young."

SOURCE(S): 20 + years research, experimentation - safe natural treatments/cures for skin conditions, skin enhancement and anti aging/rejuvenation treatments
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Does anyone know any good skin care for men that keeps the face refreshed, clean, and soft?

I have oily skin and was wondering if anyone knew any skin care out there that could keep my face looking clean and keep my skin looking nice. I am talking about some of the more expensive brands out there. (not stuff you can find at wal-mart)

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It's not specifically for guys but, try Mary-Kay teen face cleaner: Velocity.
'Works like a charm for me.