linka Posted February 21 Report Share Posted February 21 My face has been breaking out lately, I have no idea why. And I just can't seem to find any product(s) that can keep it more or less consistently clear. Is there anything that really works for you ladies that you just depend on?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barraquilla Posted February 21 Report Share Posted February 21 i just try to make sure that everything is oil-free.but if i do have a breakout, i use some anti-bacterial soap on it and boo boo zap by benefit, takes half the time to heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deeelite1 Posted February 21 Report Share Posted February 21 this may sound completely nuts, but there is such a thing as OVER washing your face and breaking out as a result of it.I have very very clear skin (thank God) and the only time i'll get a pimple is if its my time of the month OR im in a very humid place with poor ventilation (club) so I never had problems.like 5 yrs ago my mother bought me this Clinique skin cleaning system. Basically becuase i never took care of my skin and just dint have any concrete regimine of cleaning it.. i just would use random cheap stuff.so the Clinique pack came with soap, astringent and cream.... AND i started to use it EVERY night before bed.. within a week i had acne.. my pores were opened up SO much that when i went to sleep the pillow case irritated it.maybe thats it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linka Posted February 22 Author Report Share Posted February 22 Hmmm, maybe. I know my tinted moisturizer is oil-free, as is my concealer. I don't think my translucent powder is oil-free though... I use barely any... but that could be it. I don't get the red pimples (well once in awhile); I just mainly get little bumps that you can't even see unless the light is shining a certain way. I guess they're just clogged pores. I think I'm just going to get a facial with extractions, and hopefully that should get rid of the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funks0ul Posted February 24 Report Share Posted February 24 I normally have clear skin, never had problems with pimples/acne during my teen years, but a few months ago, I noticed I would break out occasionally..I started using nars skincare, b/c I use their cosmetics...http://www.narscosmetics.com/acb/stores/1/NARSskin-C64_lob_2.aspxI think it works great... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raincry Posted February 24 Report Share Posted February 24 Hmmm, maybe. I know my tinted moisturizer is oil-free, as is my concealer. I don't think my translucent powder is oil-free though... I use barely any... but that could be it. I don't get the red pimples (well once in awhile); I just mainly get little bumps that you can't even see unless the light is shining a certain way. I guess they're just clogged pores. I think I'm just going to get a facial with extractions, and hopefully that should get rid of the problem.sounds like you have sensitive skin like me. if the facials don't do it, see your dermatologist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crowina Posted February 24 Report Share Posted February 24 i agree with raincry, you may also want to go to an organic store and get organic products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuGaRNSpIcE Posted February 25 Report Share Posted February 25 thank goodness i dont have that problem, i get a pimple probably once a month, my friend uses proactive , it works for her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linka Posted February 25 Author Report Share Posted February 25 sounds like you have sensitive skin like me. if the facials don't do it, see your dermatologist.I don't have a dermatologist... I have no idea who to go to in the Manhattan area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linka Posted February 25 Author Report Share Posted February 25 i agree with raincry, you may also want to go to an organic store and get organic products.Hmmm that sounds like a pretty good idea, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tifferina7 Posted March 1 Report Share Posted March 1 This is gonna sound crazy but go to CVS and pick up Cetaphil. It is amazing...keeps my skin break out free and always leaves it smooth. I have tried everything from the clinique 3 step system to expensive spa products and Cetaphil works thebest. It's also very gentle on the skin. Hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedee2143 Posted March 1 Report Share Posted March 1 drink more waterim serious.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MissJilly5 Posted March 1 Report Share Posted March 1 I agree--drink more water!! I take a bottle of water everywhere I go and it has really made a difference in my skin. I have very sensitive skin, too, but it's also really clear. I use ROC anti-wrinkle moisturizer every morning and occasionally switch in a more expensive Lancome moisturizer (I try to ration it, haha). In the shower I wash my face with Aveeno exfoliating face scrub and I take my makeup off at night with a makeup wipe but I don't completely wash and scrub my face again. That's my formula...hope you find yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deedee2143 Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 I agree--drink more water!! I take a bottle of water everywhere I go and it has really made a difference in my skin. I have very sensitive skin, too, but it's also really clear. I use ROC anti-wrinkle moisturizer every morning and occasionally switch in a more expensive Lancome moisturizer (I try to ration it, haha). In the shower I wash my face with Aveeno exfoliating face scrub and I take my makeup off at night with a makeup wipe but I don't completely wash and scrub my face again. That's my formula...hope you find yours!thats pretty much the exact same routine for me except i dont exfoliate every day... my skin would fall off lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linka Posted March 3 Author Report Share Posted March 3 Lately, I have actually just been washing twice a day and moisturizing, no medicated creams/treatments, and my skin looks better... kinda weird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinqueen Posted March 10 Report Share Posted March 10 Watch out for things like Shampoo/Conditioners, laundry detergents/fabric softeners and other hair products. All of these items can cause someone sensitive to have breakouts. Also a great and inexpensive exfoliant that can be used everyday is taking baking powder and making a paste with water. It's gentle enough but does the trick. As for make-up try mineral make-up that uses minerals (has SPF and is an anti-inflammatory) instead of talc which is drying. I use Jan Iredale...makes my skin look like it glows! Using liquid foundation can lead to contamination, which can cause breakouts as well.(or just don't stick your fingers in it or a dirty sponge)Just some extra tips...but I'm glad that your skin is looking better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gabo Posted March 10 Report Share Posted March 10 I guess you would know... you have the word skin in ur screenname. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xoericajadexo Posted March 20 Report Share Posted March 20 My face has been breaking out lately, I have no idea why. And I just can't seem to find any product(s) that can keep it more or less consistently clear. Is there anything that really works for you ladies that you just depend on??You don't neccassarily have to wash your face in the morning but you MUST do it before you go to bed. My skin has cleared up so well not becuase of the products I use but becuase I make it a ritual to wash my face at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseyclubin Posted April 1 Report Share Posted April 1 proactive.......ive been using it for like 3 years and love itacne free Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one101 Posted April 5 Report Share Posted April 5 proactive.......ive been using it for like 3 years and love itacne freeagreed... works like a charm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9mile Posted April 5 Report Share Posted April 5 so linka, you got a busted grizzle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted April 5 Report Share Posted April 5 so linka, you got a busted grizzle?*yawn* why, are yer friends gonna steal that too? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linka Posted April 9 Author Report Share Posted April 9 so linka, you got a busted grizzle?Hmmmm no, just some minor problems last month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mssabina Posted April 17 Report Share Posted April 17 i always use products with salicylic acid (BHA--beta hydroxy acid) and glycolic acid (AHA--alpha hydroxy acid)... i find that both ingredients keep my skin clear and improve my overall complexion... just recently became obsessed with peter thomas roth skin care, although pricy, definitely worth the extra $$$. i especially like the AHA/BHA gel and potent botanical brightening complex. my skin has never looked better. also, olay regenerist thermal skin polisher is a great exfoliator with glycolic acid. just BE CAREFUL if you have sensitive skin, since BHA's and AHA's can burn/irritate if your skin can't handle that much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgmodel Posted April 18 Report Share Posted April 18 imagine ppl really had clear skin? you could see through it. that would be weird. thankfully we're like this gross opaque colour. except if youre black than thats like having tinted windows i guess... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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