skin cream

My face is very dry and now i have a bad skin discoloration on my face?

2010-04-24T08:20:00.000-07:00

i can put noting on my face like creams to get rid of my skin discoloration because it just gets worse, i dont really no what to do

My face is very dry and now i have a bad skin discoloration on my face?
Hi Jeremy,

Have you tried using moisturizer right after you bathe/shower? It'll keep retain moisture in your skin.

If it still continues, you might want to look into moisturizing creams, as those are usually richer and are designed for those who have very dry skin.

If it continues, you might want to consult a dermatologist. It might be eczema, which sometimes requires a prescription for a topical cream to get rid of the dryness and the discoloration.

Good luck! :)
Reply:I think I have the same problem before, My face was dry that the skin by my chin right under my lips was darker. I have used every cream and have also tried just using water to no success. I have tried Proactive Solution (the one you see on TV and in the Mall) and they work great. It also removes my acne and any dark mark from the acne before.

It works for me and I have recommended it to some of my friends that have facial skin problem and they just work.

Also, the good thing with Proactive is that you don't need to keep using it once it clears your skin unlike other products where the problems shows up again if you stop using their product.

Good Luck!

I want to use Nair for hair removal but I have sensitive skin?

2010-04-24T08:19:00.001-07:00

I tried it on a small area on my leg and it burned like crazy!!!!!!

plus not that much hair came out. although some did.

maybe it's because my leg hairs were very short at the time and you need to wait for your hair to grow out before you use the cream? i don't know. maybe i just have sensitive skin. i guess that's my conclusion. not sure though.

I want to use Nair for hair removal but I have sensitive skin?
I have tried using nair a couple of times and everythime i do I break out in a rash with huge bumps. I do not use it anymore.I stick to shaving my legs.
Reply:try veet sensitive skin

it works the same
Reply:There is nair sensitive.
Reply:no! nair BURNS.

even the sensative kind might burn.

but yeah nair burnnnnsss for me at least and i dont even have sensitive skin..

oh and the burn lasts for a while. not to mention it smells wierd and its hard to get off.

really, go for veet.
Reply:Veet sensitive skin is good

fuchsia

My face is very dry and now i have a bad skin discoloration on my face?

2010-04-24T08:19:00.000-07:00

Weird skin rash that waxes and wanes?

2010-04-24T08:18:00.002-07:00

For 6 mo, I have had a skin rash that comes and goes. It starts at on the palms, top of hand and wrist. Then I would get all those and then my arms a little bit. Then basically anywhere where I have tender skin (tops of feet, not bottom), across my pants line at my waist, chest, bra area, etc. My PCP is not concerned, just rx's me cream which works when not severe. Lately, I have been getting some hives with the rash, raised type of patches that Benadryl gets rid of. Just seems like rash is just getting worse as time goes on.

I take Zyrtec, Nexium and and just got off Paxil (oh the joys of withdrawal!) and am taking a different antidepressant. I have indoor/outdoor allergies (hence the Zyrtec) but I get the rash despite the Zyrtec! My doc just refills the cream and tells me to try to figure out what I am allergic to... could be food, could be many things. Any ideas? I can go a week w/out a flare up and then have either mild or moderate rash on any of the above mentioned parts.

Weird skin rash that waxes and wanes?
It sounds like an allergy. I'd go to a specialist (Allergist) and have some allergy testing done. PCP's aren't always up to date on allergies or testing for them.

I'm guessing that its probably a food that you eat rarely or that you rarely eat much of. If you do eat it often, its something in small doses that your zyrtec takes care of, but when you eat a lot of it your zyrtec can't handle it and you get your rashes.

If you have no insurance and cannot afford allergy testing, I would recommend that you keep a detailed food diary. The rash can be from anything that you've eaten in the last 72 hours prior to the rash starting, though generally it is something you've eaten that day. Keeping a food diary should help you eventually narrow down what is causing the problem.

I do think that its food or ingestion related (your need for Nexium and antidepressants could be due to this as well), as the rash happens on various parts of your body that would not be conclusive with a contact rash.

Wish you all the best.
Reply:I am wondering, exspecially when you say that it is like under your pant line and bra line. If it can be a reaction to laundry soap. The tops of the feet would explain it to because of socks. it is the tops of your hands that is throwing me off. unless you have your hands near the laundry soap.

I found that I could not take any of the allergy meds the insurance company made me take because they all contained loratodine which i was allergic too. The only thing I can take is allegera, and benydrl. They even make a pediatric allegra

Anyone ever used labor boost cream?

2010-04-24T08:18:00.001-07:00

I read about something called Labor Boost Cream for women who are at term, you rub it on your skin and it causes labor! It's made of all natural herbs.I thought it sounded pretty neat! Anyone ever heard of it or tried it?

Anyone ever used labor boost cream?
Yes, it's main property is Evening Primrose Oil. It's a prostiglandin that helps to ripen your cervix. It doesn't work LOL but if it makes you believe it works then go for it! It wont hurt either.
Reply:never heard of it and i wouldnt trust it
Reply:Save your money, and go for a walk instead.

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Get rid of dry skin?

2010-04-24T08:18:00.000-07:00

Ever since using Dove Sensitive Skin Soap on my face it has been dry and sore, no matter what cream i use, been like it for 4 days now and im sick of dry skin as i cant go back to school looking like a crocodile! i've recently been in the shower and used Clean %26amp; Clear Exfoliating Scrub and now my whole face is covered in dry skin! Any ideas to get rid of it?

Thanks.

Get rid of dry skin?
use neutragena face moisturizer twice a day and you'll see a huge improvement in your skin.
Reply:You may have had an allergic reaction to one or more of the products you used. At this point you should probably not use any kind of scrub or abrasive as it will just irritate your skin more. Wash gently (without hard scrubbing) with a light, gentle cleanser. Dermatologists recommend Cetaphil. Try not to touch or scratch your face as that might irritate your skin even more. If after a few days of very gentle treatment your skin does not improve then you probably need to see a dermatologist to treat the reaction.
Reply:these are really good at removing dry skin

http://www.thebodyshop.com/bodyshop/brow...

you could also invest in a really good moisturiser, maybe one for sensitive skin.
Reply:try using a moisturizer just search around olay and ponds have cream for dry skin dont use bar soaps for washing your face if you dont have acne use a mild cleanser
Reply:Ok, hold fire on the exfoiliating until you've got a bit more moisture in your skin, you'll only make it worse. I have really dry skin on my face and don't use soap at all, it's not the right balance if you're prone to flaky skin. I use Cream E45, which is really rich, and put it on before I go to bed and when I wake up in the morning. Once you've done that for a few days, use a facecloth and gently rub to get rid of the excess skin.

I would also avoid make up if you can because that only dries it out more.
Reply:Dont exfoliate if u hav dry skin. It will only make it worse as it rubs off all the dead skin cells but also decreases the layers.

I used to have extreamly dry skin on my face near mii eyes, mouth and 4head and chin. i h8ed it. If u hav a LUSH store near u (luk on the lush webby) get the almond kisses lotion for your skin or sympathy for skin. Theyr great! if not go for E45 which u can get from any store, boots or superdrug...

drink plenty of water and hope dis helps hunii xxx
Reply:Haldens emulsifying base, its available from the chemist. It feels a little gross going on but its excellent in restoring the moisture in your skin. Its suitable for the entire body and is very cheap for a large container.
Reply:I use olay moisturiser and my face feels soft and moist.
Reply:Discontinue the use of any type of facial wash/exfoliate. the Neutrogena facial cream may work once the damage is healed, but right now it sounds like you need to let your face rest.

I had a really bad experience with a face wash once and the dermatologist prescribed 2.5 hydrocortizone ointment...it worked like a dream. That strength is not available over the counter, but the 1% ointment is and works just as well. Use it morning %26amp; night, it has to be the ointment not the cream...it's a little greasy (I would not wear foundation right now) but who cares!
Reply:Never, never, use soap on your face; my grandmother only ever used rose water to clean her skin, and she had beautiful soft skin until the day she died.

Exfoliating scrubs are fine, but only now and again; they are very hard on your skin, and all you are doing is taking the top layer off. Let your skin be for a while; if you still want to wash your face, you need a special facial wash that's gentle, it might be a case of experimenting with a few until you get the right one. Boots should have something for everyone. Too many products for young skin are drying and harsh; now is the time to start caring for it.

Drink plenty of water; %26amp; you might need some sort of supplement like cod liver oil if your skin is dry all over and not just your face. Also any product used on your face with water should be rinsed and rinsed in luke warm water, NOT hot and not ice cold either.
Reply:my only recommendation is try using Olay cold cream to wash you face with instead. When you open it up it will actually look like a moisturizer. Just rub it all over your face and use a wash cloth dipped in warm water to wipe it off. It will clean your face without making it dry. Olay as a lot of good products for the skin.... I believe its a white jar with a green cap.
Reply:use Vaseline, put it on before bedtime or just after a shower if your staying indoors that is,

do this for a week or so, your skin should be fine.

and get a face wash especially for sensitive skin, stop using dove
Reply:Don't use soap, most contain fragrance which can irritate the skin.

A great product is AQUEOUS CREAM, you can get a 500g jar for just a couple of pounds. You can use this to wash with - all over if you want - and to soften and sooth your skin.
Reply:maybe the skin care products that you have been using is not right for your skin. try all natural moisturizers and lotions, this can be suitable for any type of skin. also to keep the skin looking young try to avoid unhealthy habits like smoking, have proper diet, exercise, drink plenty of water, have enough sleep and rest. for more skin care tips that can help you get rid of dry skin visit http://www.skinsosilky.com
Reply:I had an allergic reaction to something in the summer and looked like I'd been punched in the face. Once the swelling had gone with anti histamines my skin was really dry and almost cracked. I used bio oil and not joking in a couple of days ws 100% better. So worth the money. When soreness had gone I used Simple exfoliating facial wipes - very gently - Dead skin has to go!
Reply:I cant use soap as its all made of lanolin.You have obviously had a reaction.Don't use an exfoliator your making things worse.Buy Simple face wash and moisturiser they both contains no irritants and are especially made for sensitive skin.Hopefully it will settle down.Good luck.

Should I use cold cream???

2010-04-24T08:17:00.002-07:00

I have skin of combination type. The peripheral parts of my face, i.e. skin near my ears and jaw are covered with acnes, acne scars and potential breakouts, while the front part of my face is still ok. Some said my oily skin is a result of the super-dry inner dermis i have. So i wonder if cold cream helps?

Should I use cold cream???
dont use any crem it will increase your problem. Do clean up at home first of all claen your face with astringent then give steam to your face for 5 to 6 min then with the help of blackhead remover take out all your black and white heads then wash your face with cold water then apply some good anti acne face pack your problem will stop. Clean your face atleast 4 to 5 times a day and clean your face with astringent before going to bed dont eat oily food,
Reply:Being you have acne I'd say don't try it.

It has a lot of oils in it - it's best for the eye make up

I'd suggest you find a solid acne regime -

The best system is Arbonne's clear advantage but if it is out of your price range I'd do the Acne Free -

before washing your face at night take a hot compress and apply, repeat -

also find a solid exfoliant twice a week (on a clean face)

and a deep cleaning acne mask once a week -

take vitamins a e and c orally -
Reply:Cold cream is a very heavy, greasy cream. It's great to remove makeup and costume makeup but I wouldn't use it on acne prone skin. Are you looking for something for your dry skin or to clear up the acne? Neutrogena products are very good. They have a line for regular skin (normal, dry, combination, oily, wrinkles) and an acne line of kits and treatments. They are very effective and gentle. I'm sure you could find something that would work well for you in either of these line for either of your skin problems.

daphne

Does anybody know the name of the botox cream that was on America's Next Top Model and was on the Tyra Show?

2010-04-24T08:17:00.001-07:00

It was a cream that worked like botox and froze the muscles underneath the skin and vanished expresssion lines immediatly?

Does anybody know the name of the botox cream that was on America's Next Top Model and was on the Tyra Show?
check her web site,,,most of her show recaps are always there.
Reply:Was it that one that Alessandra Abrosio used?

Skin problem... read details please.?

2010-04-24T08:17:00.000-07:00

For the past 10-15 years of my life, I have had this problem where the skin on the tip of my nose peels... it is always sort of reddened. It will start to heal and will look like a red bumb (sort of a mix between a blister and and zit starting under the skin) but then the skin kind of "cracks" and the peeling starts again. Sometimes it will heal for a few months at a time but then it always starts again. I have tried almost every cream on the market and use a very gentle cleanser. It will not go away and it is noticable- some people will comment that I have dry skin on my nose. Makeup makes it show up worse- sometimes it gets really sore. I have seen my internist and asked him to send me to a dermatologist but of course it is never bad when I go to see him so he won't send me... I think he thinks I am making it up... (doesn't taht always happen when you finally go to the doctor for a problem???) What could it be?

Skin problem... read details please.?
I'm not a specialist but I have worked for a doctor before...it kind of sounds like a skin cancer....if you CAN get into see the dermatologist he should be able to tell without it being "active". Maybe you need a different dermo...good luck
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Skin problem... read details please.?

2010-04-24T08:16:00.002-07:00

Is cold cream safe to use while pregnant?

2010-04-24T08:16:00.001-07:00

I usually use a cold cream such as Pond's to remove makeup and to generally cleanse my face. I have read that a pregnant woman should only use soap and water - but that is much too harsh for my skin, and so are most other facial cleansers. Can I still use my beloved cold cream? If not, does anyone have a recommendation?

Is cold cream safe to use while pregnant?
Cold creme is fine, but don't use the medicated cream.

I use Ponds as well now. Soaps are not the same as what they were 20 years ago except for Ivory. Which, by the way, is what you use if you start having problems with your skin (rashes) while pregnant. The deoderants in stuff like Irish Spring can give your skin problems during pregnancy. They go away with Ivory soap.
Reply:use olive oil instead
Reply:Yes, cold cream is fine to use. I think that you would only need to discontinue use if it was something prescribed from a dermatologist or something over the counter that was medicated. I have some Pond's dry skin cream sitting right here beside me that I use everyday!

Facial Cream ?

2010-04-24T08:16:00.000-07:00

I am 29, my skin is a little sensitive and dry.

Any suggestions for cheap-good-natural facial cream please?

Thank you!

Facial Cream ?
Eucerin is awesome! I use the anti-wrinkle one and it is great. You can get it at your local grocery store or drugstore and it is only about 8-10 bucks. It's also natural I think so you are not overdoing it with chemicals and man-made solutions.
Reply:Cetaphil isn't that bad, and it's very cheap.
Reply:Hi Sam-

Sadly the word cheap and good don't usually come together.

I do suggest you try Arbonne - their regimes are wonderful and self adjust to every skin type (like you I am cheap) or would rather spend money on other things until I tried it -

my skin has never (ever) been better - it lasts nearly 8 months though so a little goes a long way - ???

I also took advantage of their discount which saved me a lot of $

A lot of the products out there contain to many things you do not want on your skin, going IN your body - %26lt;mineral oil%26gt;

so do read labels - the more pure and natural the better and often that costs more -
Reply:Well, for face wash, use Dove moisturizing Face wash. It really conditions, %26amp; makes your skin smooth. For moisture, after you have washed your face, try Ponds. It has a blue cap on it. Don't get the green cap. Use warm water when you wash your face, %26amp; pat it with the towel, don't rub it across your face.:) Hope this helps.....

Horrible facial skin.... please help!?

2010-04-24T08:15:00.002-07:00

I have horrible skin - I am light skinned, black, and have blackheads, some pimples, acne marks, and fine facial hair. My nose has blackheads, too. I have tried Proactive (it irritated my skin) and AcneFree. I use Cetaphil now and apply witch hazel afterwards and then a cream with Benzoyl Peroxide in it. I admit my diet isn't what it should be, but that's due to my living conditions (no fridge). I do take vitamins though. I am also not able to get to a derm b/c I am on welfare's medical coverage and all of the derms around me don't take it. The ones that do have offices too far and I have no way to get back and forth. So I am asking for those that KNOW to give me a regimen. Water, I know, but what else???? Please help. I sing and wanted to go on American Idol when it comes to a city near me (Philly) but not like this....

Horrible facial skin.... please help!?
See a skin care specialist, either a dermatologist or an esthetician. Dermatologists will usually prescribe medications and maybe a cleanser that will help with your problem. Estheticians will provide you with facial treatments geared towards your current skin condition. They will recommend products to use at home that will help clear your skin. Good luck!
Reply:This is what to do,

go to your local doctor tell him about your black heads and show him to. he will then give you some tablets to help them go. my sister has black heads to and the doctors help worked! give it a try! good luck! :D
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Is eye cream important?

2010-04-24T08:15:00.001-07:00

my friend works with makeup and said every girl should use eye cream since its a sensitive area....is that true? I like taking care of my skin but all I do for my face is wash it and put on a regular lotion (cetaphil)...I'm 20 years old so I dont know if I should start using it or if I'm too young (but I like being in the sun and getting tan which I know isnt too good for your skin)...what does everyone use on their face?

Is eye cream important?
Always make sure to moisturize your face, including your eye lids. It is very sensitive skin. You may not feel a difference now, but skin care is long term and on going. people in their 20's should just make sure to moisturize using a lotion with spf 15 (which many creams have now). You'll be glad you did when the years pass and you have less sun spots and wrinkles.

I use Nivea Visage. They have creams for day and night.
Reply:yes it is true

u must use eye cream
Reply:Your at a perfect age to start using eye cream, and yes its very important, especially if you like to tan. The skin around your eye is more delicate then the rest of your face, and you should protect it. You should try something simple, like Nivea, its a classic. They have good eye creams and can be found at any drugstore.
Reply:Because you like being in the sun, it is essential that you wear sunscreen, including around the eye area.

This information on eye creams is taken from www.cosmeticscop.com :

Most women believe that eye creams are specially formulated for the skin around the eye area. Although the eye area does tend to be more prone to allergic or sensitizing reactions and often shows wrinkles before other areas of the face, it turns out that product formulations for eye creams don't differ from those for face products. There is no evidence, research, or documentation validating the claim that eye creams have special formulations setting them apart from other facial moisturizers. It only takes a quick look at the ingredient labels of any moisturizer or eye moisturizer to see that they don't differ except for the price and the tiny containers the eye creams come in. Eye creams are a whim of the cosmetics industry designed to evoke the sale of two products when only one is needed.

The only time you might want to use a different product around the eyes is if the skin there happens to indeed be different from the skin on the rest of the face. For example, if your face is normal to oily and doesn't require a moisturizer except occasionally on the cheeks or around the eyes, then an emollient, well-formulated moisturizer of any kind will work beautifully.

Ironically, one of the drawbacks of many so-called eye creams is that they rarely contain sunscreen. For daytime, that makes most eye creams a serious problem for the health of skin. You could believe that you were doing something special for your eyes, but you would actually be putting them at risk of sun damage and wrinkling by using an eye cream without sunscreen. This is another example of the way cosmetics marketing and misleading information can waste your money and hurt your skin.
Reply:try a cheaper one and do not use it at night before bed, cause usually you will wake up with puffy eyes..i have tried many and I do not believe that using it makes any difference at all...try to stay away from sleeping with moisturisers on, your skin gets confused if you use them at night and it upsets the moisture balance and natural oil production of your skin..OK

Dry skin on baby's face officially out of control?

2010-04-24T08:15:00.000-07:00

Hi

We've been dealing with cradle cap for the last 4 weeks. I clear up one area and another breaks out (baby is 10 wks). Tried olive and mineral oil, and Canesten cream to remove scales but it wont go for good. Tried headn'shoulders, just bought Gentle Naturals. The rest of his face has been extremely dry, he is covered in white flaky skin - covered! his skin feels like sand paper! I've tried olive oil and Aveeno collodial oatmeal. I just bought some eucerin cream last night and Johnson's soothe and protect balm. Now this morning I notice a very dark red patch on his cheek - the size of a quarter. I put some of the balm on it but I can see what looks like wee little blisters? Does this sound like eczema? What's next??......

I tried to see my doctor yesterday but she's not back until Tuesday (we'll go then) but I'm afraid of what will happen over the next 3 days...every day his face is getting worse. What can I do? what am I doing wrong? panicking big time!

thanks, Marina

Dry skin on baby's face officially out of control?
it does sound like eczema

my baby has the same thing!

i asked my health visitor about it and she give me a prescription for Oilatum cream for eczema and itchy irritating dry skin conditions.

i couldnt believe how well it worked!

i applied it four times a day and after 2-3 days it was gone!

you should ask about it even at the baby clinic.

its worth it.

i tried everything else and nothing would work!

you can also get it as bath oil as well.

i hope this helped!
Reply:If you are breastfeeding, try using breastmilk! Sounds weird, I know, but it has loads of fat which is really easily absorbed by the baby's skin and also had antibiotic properties to prevent infections. You also know he isn't being exposed to any nasty chemicals.

In Australia we also have great stuff called Pawpaw ointment. It's really thick and sticky and will make the sheets a bit greasy for a while, but you put that in, allow it to soak in for a day then brush it out gently with a soft brush. It should take a lot of the flakes with it.

I mostly used olive oil for my daughter's cradle cap, but if it doesn't work for you, then I suggest you try these options.
Reply:I bathed my children in babies Oil and once aweek washed their hair in it,Now my daughters do the same with their children,It works,Plus stops flies on face if you keep a bottle in your bag,to just wipe on their faces...Also for rashes on their back side use paw paw clean get it from the health shop.I hope this helps.
Reply:First stop the madness of all the products - many you mention are not designed for babies at all.

Cradle cap is something that just reoccurs for awhile. The best way I found to deal with it is to cut back on washings etc. I only washed his hair about once per week and then used an extremely soft baby hair brush to brush away loose flakes. The natural oils in his skin got the chance to kick in an work the way they should.

For the face, stop with all the creams etc right now. Just use water and a very, very soft washcloth when you need to. Then run a very fine barrier of petroleum jelly over the sensitive areas of the skin.

Don't be tempted to mess about anymore. The blisters etc. that you mention are probably there because of all the chemical's you've introduced to your baby's skin.

I know cradle cap looks awful, but it does not hurt the baby a bit and it's something that they grow out of eventually. It's you that has to accept this and make the committment to not be freaked out by it. Good luck, I know it's not easy.
Reply:Try just using nothing and leaving it alone. It seems maybe the products used maybe just making I worse.
Reply:What a chemical cocktail!!!

No wonder his skin is bad it is being poisoned by all these mixtures. Wash them all off and leave it alone.

See the doctor when you can and never mix creams, especially not all that lot!
Reply:For dry skin, use a creamy cleanser to melt away dirt. Leave it on your skin before sweeping it away with cotton wool. Splash cold water onto your face to clean and refresh your skin. Use a thick cream moisturizer to seal in as much moisture as possible and have a refreshing feel.check out http://tipsfromruby-skincare.blogspot.co...
Reply:In most cases, dry skin problems respond well to self-care measures, such as using moisturizers and avoiding long, hot showers and baths. If you have very dry and scaly skin, your doctor may recommend you use an all-natural cream that contains natural oils that gives soothing and glowing results.

I believe http://www.skinsosilky.com/ will help you best for more advices, ideas and best treatments for any skin problem like dry skin.

Differin, NeoStrata, ProActive...?? my poor skin!!?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.002-07:00

I dont suffer with acne as such, mainly congested skin(blackheads, milia) on my T-zone and cheeks. I know if I use harsh products or products that are wrong for my skin type I break out in pimples. I have used ProActive for about 2years and I thought it was good for getting rid of pimples but it didnt do anything for the blackheads/milia. So I went to the dermatologist, she told me to use NeoStrata and Differin cream and lay off the mechanical scrubs. I've used them for 2weeks and my skin is peeling and it feels like it either needs to be exfoliated with a scrub or something is irritating my skin. I looked on the Differin website and it said not to use Differin with other skin products containing glycolic acid etc... but thats what's in NeoSrata!!? I'm so fed up with spending money on skincare products that dont work. I'm worried all these harsh chemicals are destroying my skin. Any advice? Do I continue with the Differin? Stop the NeoStrata? What elseshould I use? :(

Differin, NeoStrata, ProActive...?? my poor skin!!?
i have the same problem you do. I used to use acne and my blackheads where still there. And it's so expensive! But there's this stuff at like Costco and it's called Acne Free and it's like half as expensive as Proactive and it gets rid of EVERYTHING.

good luck :]
Reply:I'd stop both. It sounds like the medication is majorly harshing on your skin. I would just use a combination blackhead/whitehead cleanser.(I know you said you only really get blackheads, but it's good to prevent!)
Reply:i used to use differins and it worked great and i did use it with obagia[ how ever it is spelled] in the first two weeks your skin does get really dry and seems to be getting worse. but this is just because it is getting all the yuck out. in about three weeks my skin was the clearest it has been in months. but i got lazy and stopped. but i also discovered the new love of my life Pan Oxyl. there is a bar of soap and a cream. this really helps with the shiny in the t zone. wash your face twice a day with the soap and apply the cream at night. it is over the counter. people always ask me how i cleared my complexion up. a little girl i babysit asked me where my pimples went :). I've been using it for about a year and it is the best thing i have found.

Wat can i use to brighten my skin?my whole body?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.001-07:00

like wat should i eat or is there any cream to use?dont say nothing about michael j. but yea my skin tone is uneven and yellow is there anything i can eat or anything at walmart or walgreens that will help . any cream plz i need help thnx

Wat can i use to brighten my skin?my whole body?
Exfoliate.
Reply:It works to put lemon juice all over body, and tan. Good luck.

(otherwise just get a spray tan, or tanning cream, which will make you look not only bronze, but unyellow.)
Reply:Cocoa butter lotion is used to even out your skin tone... so you should try that. If that doesn't work, apply some virgin olive oil to your skin.
Reply:Milk smooths the skin, builds stronger bones, and all that jazz.
Reply:I would suggest a body glow product..Will make your skin tone better and firmer as well as make it glow..They have these at www.youravon.com/danellechase as well as I think Walmart sales a new one made by Jergens but I have not had a chance to try it because most I have tried at walmart had bronzer in it and caused me to turn orange so far i have not turned colors with Avon Products..HTH
Reply:Sorry, but the juice thing is not a good idea. You might get redness and irritation. You need to get a skincare product with the active ingredient Hydroquinone. It is an ingredient that lightens, brightens, and evens out even the most sallow of skin tones. Sephora carries quality products in a variety of price ranges. If you go to a drugstore, look for that ingredient. For general safety: Don't use it if you are pregnant.
Reply:OLAY GLOW LOTION, i use it and love it.
Reply:I found a great skin care product that was developed by a plastic surgeon from Beverly Hills. He had a child with severe burns and came up with this product to help his child’s skin. It is reasonably priced and is the same quality you would get from a dermatologist, or an aestheticians office! Learn more about it here: http://TinyWebLink.com/?pid=1478690

I hope you like it as much as I do!

Where do i get medication for skin fungus?

2010-04-24T08:14:00.000-07:00

does anyone know a good cream or pill that i can buy over the counter for skin fungus??

Where do i get medication for skin fungus?
This Merck site will tell you about drugs for fungus and the side effects.
Reply:it all depends what kind of fungus u have

the best one i could advise is LAMISIL. it fights in all aspect of skin fungus's such as skin infections, ringworms, skin rash's and other causes of itchy skin
Reply:Lamisil is a very good one. You can buy it at any pharmacy in the "foot care" section. Maybe you should see a dermatologist about the fungus as well.
Reply:Check out an article which provides some suggestions for treatment.

http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/006...

broadleaf

Darken skin colour at both corners of my mouth?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.002-07:00

Ive raised this question before about why are the corner of my mouth darken/pigmented. Its been going on for over 7 months now. Ive tried to ingest vitamins (thinking of was B dificiency) and apply some sort of moisturizer given by a skin doctor but its still useless. I even tried to apply some anti fungal cream thinking it was some softa fungal infection but to no avail.

These darken/pigmented skin color on the corner of my mouth has kinda made my mouth look wider and they tend to be most prominent in the morning when I wake up and after a meal. I am really lost and I wanna make this better but I have ran out of idea. Help!

Darken skin colour at both corners of my mouth?
maybe its hormonal......Some pregnant women get spots like that on their faces because of a rise in hormones.....I suggest you go to the dermatologist and have some tests done and go from there
Reply:some times allergic reaction for lipstick or lip gloss are the causes of pigmentation.pl consult skin specialist
Reply:I had the same condition before, but it had gotten better without me realizing it, when I just got tired and not put it as a priority. But I'm sure partly due to my moisturizer (Clarins Bright Plus System) which was created to reduce dark spots on the face. (FYI: the system only work to a certain point, so don't waste over a hundred dollar on it just to try it.) Anyway, my point is that moisturizer can help, but since you already tried that, forget it. Also, foundations can help cover up and your mouth would not look so wide.

One last thing I used that probably worked somewhat was Proactiv Skin Whitening Cream. Proactiv now have stands in malls, so you can get that whitening cream there. It's created to whiten post-acne spots, but it works with the mouth corners too.

Dove body silk cream vs Nivea moisturizing cream....which one is better ?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.001-07:00

I was using Nivea cream on my body until I found Dove body silk. Now dove does give my skin a silkier feeling than nivea, but which one is the most moisturizing?

Thank you for answering if you've tried BOTH creams, or know info on both!

Dove body silk cream vs Nivea moisturizing cream....which one is better ?
Dove is better it makes your skins soft and have a nice scent.
Reply:Dove for sure
Reply:ive tried both also but to tell you the truth i just recently started using a new lotion and it works really well.. its lubraderm! try it.

What is the difference between shower gel and Cream bath?

2010-04-24T08:13:00.000-07:00

If we use cream bath( bubble bath) as shower gel, does it damage our skin?

What is the difference between shower gel and Cream bath?
I accidentally bought some palmolive bubble bath instead of shower gel recently. I checked the ingredients list to see if there was anything in it that's not in the shower gel I used before, and found that it was absolutely identical, word for word. It felt slightly more watery though, so I guess it must have a bit more water in it (which if anything will make it better for your skin). As the bath stuff is much cheaper, I've carried on using it in the shower.
Reply:no. if it did, it wouldnt be sold.

its not the best thing to use to clean your skin, but it will make you smell nice.
Reply:nah coz its in the bath water anyway so makes no difference
Reply:The former is a liquid form of soap that you apply directly to your skin. The latter is for pouring under running water to create bubbles in the bath. I wouldn't use bath foam directly on the skin.
Reply:no its just for the bath and makes your skin more creamy and the gel just cleans it and makes it a little soft
Reply:Might not be a good idea to use bubble bath, cream bath direct on skin.. meant to be diluted by water. whereas shower gel goes straight on body.
Reply:according to my opinion there aren't any different it's not important what but it's more important the quality
Reply:No it doesnt damage your skin its just designed to create bubbles
Reply:effectiveness and moisturising qualities. shower gel makes you cleaner, but doesn't moisturise as well. creme bath isn't a very effective cleaner, but it makes you much more moisturised as it is in contact with your skin for much longer.

Help with odd skin and pimples (treatments make it worse)?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.003-07:00

i have a rather annoying problem...i dont have really bad acne or anything, just a few spots on chin and forehead. but theyre often big red and painful. and no matter what i put on them, it seems to make it worse rather then better. for example, i got benzyl peroxide cream and use it on pimples. but if i get even a little on skin that doesnt already have a pimple, one pops up. same with other acne creams, or herbal remedies...its really annoying, cause i cant use face washes or anything to actually PREVENT them. can only spot reduce when theyre all big and already ick. im wondering if anyone can recommend what to do? or why this happens? any help would be oh so appreciated!

Help with odd skin and pimples (treatments make it worse)?
I think the problem is bacteria in your skin. Those pimples are a sign that you have constant problems with acne. Bacteria is inside and your body is dealing with it all the time. That's why sometimes they are bigger sometimes smaller, depends on how strong is your body's immune system at the time. But the fact that it doesn't go away means you need to help your body to deal with it permanently.

Also you said when you used certain treatments more pimples came out. This could be that bacteria is already inside just you can't see the acne with your eyes. And when you used products it all came out.

You should know that when I start treatments acne is always more severe in first few days when the skin is clearing. Then it gets better and better and eventually it's gone for good. My treatment is natural and kinda special so I can't really talk about it over the internet because I need to see the skin with my own eyes and check many facts before I start. No 2 persons have the same skin so my treatment is always different from person to person, but I always try to deal with the root of the problem not just with acne.

But what I can tell you is this. Acne is a sign that something inside the body isn't working as it should. Our skin is the first indicator of body's energy imbalance. Weak body's immune system. Lack of certain nutrition. Or unhealthy lifestyle. It can also be genetics.

So I don't know the reason for you. But there's much you can do to help your own body deal with acne. And believe me, no product is as good dealing with acne as your own body.

1. Drink clear water. No soda drinks no sugar added drinks. Clear water is what your body need for proper functionality. If you were used to drink soda or other drinks try and drink just clear water. Effects on acne will be seen in months. Our body has a delay. When we live unhealthy it takes time for problems to show on our skin, same goes when we live healthy. It takes time before positive effects are seen. Water can help, if it was the root problem for acne.

2. Daily workout routine. This is essential because your body needs good blood flow in areas where acne is forming. So more nutrition gets there, more anti-body cells to kill the bacteria and more toxins get flushed away when needed. Remember to clean your face with clear water (no soap) after the exercise because sweat can cause acne too. Effects are seen in weeks.

3. Healthy lifestyle! This is the most important. Healthy food, reduce stress, relaxing activities. And your mental condition. Depressions and constant stress causes eventually causes acne breakouts. It also causes hormonal inbalances and metabolism problems. Effects are seen in months. But change of lifestyle is a permanent solution to many problems not just acne. Your body and you will always be grateful for any little effort you put into changing your lifestyle to be of better quality!

4. Highly recommended product to help fight with acne is ClearPores : http://www.clearpores.com/clicks/clickth...

It's natural, causes no side effects and deals with acne where it forms. That means from the inside and out. It totally outranks any other products on the market.

Hope my advice helped. If you have more questions I'll be glad to answer. You can check my website at http://www.easynaturalyou.com -- find my contact info and write me an email.

For nutritional help to deal with acne I only help personally because I need more info about your lifestyle and if possible photos of skin. But it can be arranged.

Good Luck!
Reply:I used to get acne and go to the dermatologist and the Rx med would only work for a short time and then the problem would worsen. I started making my own products and they have worked. Email me at chanamolet@yahoo.com and i will direct you to my website where you can purchase the items that i make to control your acne and blemishes. Believe me they will work!!!!
Reply:Honey is a natural antiseptic, but has soothing properties. I don't want to tell you to do something that will make your skin worse, but if you've already tried other things, then that's what I would suggest. Steaming your face a few times a week might help also.
Reply:Try putting tea tree oil on your skin before bed each night. Its a natural antiseptic - the chemicals seem to do more harm than good. pure oil is the best. hope that helps!
Reply:he products you are using, are they Salsylic Acid or Benzoyl peroxide? BP can be VERY drying. I personally like SA better. Salsylic acid it really good. It is in almost all acne washes. Benzoyl Peroxide is too drying for me! Try finding a face lotion with SA in it. Clean and Clear has a good moisturizer with SA and it helps keep pimples at bay. It is only about $5 a bottle and lasts about 2 months and you can get it at your local store. I have used this in the past and it works well. Personally, I use Biore products (which you get over the counter. Their products range from $5-$10). They are harsh on pimples, but not on your face.

Personally, Proactive didn't work for me. I have been using Biore products for over a year and I hardly ever break out! Occasionally I will get one or two, but nothing bad. I use Biore Ice Cleanser and warming facial scrub every morning. And then 3-4 day s a week I use Biore purging pore cream scrub. For body acne I use Neutrogena acne body wash I never break out on my body. It gets 110 in summer so sweat in inevitably, yet I never break out. Give it a try. All of it is cheap too. About $5-10 depending on what you buy! Salsylic acid it really good. It is in almost all acne washes. Benzoyl Peroxide is too drying for me! I think you will just need to experiment with products until you find what works for you. Remember, it can take 1 month for products to fully begin working! Good Luck!

night jasmine

I have skin discoloration on my face and it's getting worse...? (pics)?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.002-07:00

I have skin discoloration on my face around my mouth and my forehead. I've been using banishing cream by avon on those areas for weeks but it doesn't work at all! My friends and family say theres nothing wrong with my skin, but tell me, does this picture lie? Please give me tips on how to get my skin tone even, it looks like I have a beard. I want my skin to look bright and fresh, like it is around my cheeks. Thanks :)

http://s190.photobucket.com/albums/z81/c...

*please no comments on reminding my of how "pretty" I'm not. I don't need that right now.

I have skin discoloration on my face and it's getting worse...? (pics)?
The skin darkening is hard to see in the picture as a shadow is casting from the light in the room. The darkening or lightening of the pigment is often genetic and there isn't a lot to be done. My advice is look into a good line of mineral make-up or perhaps a skin rejuvenation system like Regenique.
Reply:Why dont you use diana stalder products the papaya kojic soap and whitening cream or black licorice soap with the whitening cream . This webstore have the proper and original diana stalder packaging and its authentic. You can check out the customers testimonials about the products. They have the best products to get rid of dark spots, freckles, sunspot and hyper pigmentation , acne scar and not only that they have the best whitening skincare products... Please be wise and do not pay more money for the same brand and always check their prices...

Please do check this website...

http://www.freewebs.com/pinaybeautyprodu...
Reply:first of all... ur really pretty!!! Seriously. It could be enviromental or even the season change. My skin goes crazy in the winter for some reason... try to moisterize and use a basic clenser.. if it doesnt go away go to the dermatologist... you could have developed an allergy... but probably not
Reply:With the lighting, it's hard to see. Maybe you should go to a dermatologist-- I've read in a magazine that the topical cream Retin-A Micro helps with discolorations, but that is prescripstion only. Or try that Palmer's skin success stuff that lightens your skin, but idk if that works.
Reply:Ok well I was in cosmetology school and I learned alot about the skin but the best thing to do first off is drink half your weight in water say you weigh 120 then drink 60ounces of water and the other thing I use my self and just started to use is Bio-Oil. I found it at K-Mart and it cost $11.99 and it works good so far for uneven skintones and ance scars.Check out there website and o0o yes it is in the states to.
Reply:I sugest a toner, witch hazel, and tea tee oil. some vitamin E too, wash your face when it gets oilyto keep it clean - and use a good sunscreen on the dark parts.
Reply:Are you pregnant? The hormones in pregnancy can cause the effects that you describe.
Reply:a mild skin lightening soap can help lighten the pigmentations and brighten your facial skin.. get these tips on how to achieve it safely and effectively -
Reply:You look just fine. However, for African American skin I would not suggest a bleaching or whitening cream. These creams lighten and you end up with a lighter version of the blotchiness. You need something that's going to "even out" the underlying cells that are actually causing the hyperpigmentation. Look up Z. Bigatti Labs. Check out their Enlighten cream. Good luck.
Reply:Before spending tons of money for a dermatologist or any type of chemical to put on your face...why don't you try Bare Minerals Make Up? It works wonders for evening out all skin tones.

Best eye cream/ moisturuzer?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.001-07:00

In your opinion, what is the best anti-aging eye moisturizer/treatment? It seems most out there are to reduce dark circles or are gel based to soothe puffy eyes. I don't have problems with either of those. I just turned 30, and while I generally have really good skin w/o any wrinkles, I feel I need to start using a good eye cream as a preventive. I currently use Philosophy's Hope In A Jar moisturizer which I love, but I don't care for their eye cream. Any suggestions for a good product that doesn't cost over $100?

Best eye cream/ moisturuzer?
I have tried and tested many products. Of all the eye products which I have tested, the best is Lancome and Biossentials eye care products.

If you wish to do your own eye treatment, get some tips here..

http://www.home-skin-beauty-make-up-tips...
Reply:I think it’s important to really understand the causes of you dark circles before trying to treat the dark circles. My friend has serious dark circles and her dark circles are improving by following the information provided by http://www.darkcirclesundereyescure.com
Reply:There are many causes of dark circles, from age, heredity, allergies, cold or sinus infection, bone structure and glasses which are not so commonly known.

http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2006/11...

If you would like to apply home remedies to reduce dark circles, here are some of my suggestions:

Buy a box of regular, old fashioned unflavored gelatin (e.g. Knox) from grocery store. Take a small cup or bowl and put in 1 teaspoon of the gelatin mix. Add one tablespoon of boiling water %26amp; stir for a minute. Test it on your wrist to make sure it is not too hot. Then, using a cotton ball, pat it under your eyes as you would an eye cream or gel. Go lie down and listen to some music, or take a bath %26amp; let it stay on for at least 30 minutes. Then just rinse it off. Gelatin is very high in Vitamin K %26amp; Biotin. It will not remove your dark circles on the first application (but you will notice a difference), but if you do it daily for a week, and then 2-3 times a week for maintenance, you should notice a drastic reduction in dark circles.

http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com/2007/01...

To hide dark circles, you can use YSL concealer or salmon concealer..

http://www.mydarkcirclesblog.com tips on how to reduce dark circles, the causes of dark circles, home remedies; eye creams reviews, make up tips, and natural healer.

http://www.cleansecolonblog.com Cleanse Colon Blog writes about colon cleanse home remedies and review colons cleanse products.
Reply:Pure olive oil. that is my secret and I look 20 years younger on good days when I'm feeling my best. Extra virgin or light if the smell is too much for you. I learned it from a lady from Colombia who looks 15 years younger.
Reply:You can check this site. There are bunch of reviews about anti aging creams. http://www.bestantiwrinklecreamreviews.c...

Wat is the best mosturizing face cream?

2010-04-24T08:12:00.000-07:00

i am of brown skin and 25 years old. wat would be the best mosturizing face cream for me?

Wat is the best mosturizing face cream?
I use Philosophy hope in a jar. It is the best cream. It has antioxidants and lactic acid in it. lactic acid helps the skin exfoliate at the same time it moisturizes.
Reply:pom- c made from pomegranates and vitamin c, very moisturizing! I get my from www.athomeskincare.com
Reply:I would be happy to send you a sample of Arbonne's skin care line. It's botanically based and pH correct.

www.combs.myarbonne.com
Reply:anything made by Oil of Olay

Skin that can't make up its mind!?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.002-07:00

Hey y'all!

So my problem this week is my skin. I have... or possibly "had" acne, but I've been put on the pill to clear it up and using a cream called Duac Once Daily - its STRONG and it has dried patches of my skin (only certain patches) to a ridiculous amount, but has really cleaned up my blemishes.

What should I use to moisturise without clogging my pores again? I've been using Palmers Cocoa Butter which is what I've always used as it lightens scars as well, but I don't think its strong enough for this new problem...

Thanks for your advice!!! :)

Skin that can't make up its mind!?
First I think you should probably try and stop using the Duac Once Daily creram, it might be too much using the pill and that. Try using something a little less intense over the counter product. Alot of the products you find in normal stores now have improved and come in packages that include face wash, toner, and lotion.

frangipni

I have skin discoloration on my face and it's getting worse...? (pics)?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.001-07:00

Help with odd skin and pimples (treatments make it worse)?

2010-04-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

Skin that can't make up its mind!?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.003-07:00

Wat is the best mosturizing face cream?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.002-07:00

Nair Sensitive Skin Users!!???

2010-04-24T08:10:00.001-07:00

Do you have any tips for using the gel cream?? like, exfoliating before? there are no directions for how to prepare your skin on the bottle. I have very thick hair on my legs yet my skin is very sensitive...

Nair Sensitive Skin Users!!???
I tried using Nair, but my skin is just too sensitive. I use Veet with Almond oil for sensitive skin. My goodness, It works reallly nice and doesnt smell icky at all.

As for any hair removal cream, simply wash your legs with warm water to relax the hair. But most the time there is no "prep thing" to do.

I'd recommend Veet though. Its a lot nicer, and doesnt smell nasty.
Reply:i hate nair it's terrible it does not work and it smells awful. good luck...
Reply:No, I do not have any tips for using the gel cream however, I believe that the best way to remove unwanted hair is sugaring. Like waxing, sugaring removes hair at the root, but unlike waxing, there is no risk of damage to the surrounding skin. There is a sugaring product called MOOM. It contains chamomile, lemon, and tea tree oil. To get the product you need to go to the website www.drlark.com. It is resin-free, hypoallergenic, and lasts up to 2 months.
Reply:i have extremely sensitive skin on my legs and this is what i do. i rub lotion on my legs and make sure it get absorbed into the skin good and then i wait about 20 minutes and then i take a bath and use nair or sometimes i shave and that helps me a lot!
Reply:Always test in one area first for the time stated depending on how thick is the hair. Usually it 10-15 for thick.

Then use a warm wet washcloth to remove the cream and hairs, rubbing downward against leg and see if it's working.

Sometimes there are some hairs that remain. But if most have come off. Then it is worth to keep trying now the rest of the leg and other leg...
Reply:use hair conditioner coat the leg well tehn go for it after you have done the deed then use oil like johnsons to get the leg to be silky smooth and soft

be brave

Itchy and sore skin on legs?

2010-04-24T08:10:00.000-07:00

i used to have a few stretch marks on my legs but they've gone now, only to be replaced by itchy skin. if i scratch it, it becomes sore as if i've bruised it but it doesn't stop itching. the skin itself isn't flaky or red and doesn't appear to be irritated. i put cream on it every once in a while put it doesn't go away.

what can it be? do i need stronger cream?

Itchy and sore skin on legs?
You haven't got ring worm. That's just rubbish. If you had, you'd have lots of red circular patches over your legs, which would have come up over the period of a few months.

You need to cream your skin every time you bathe i.e. once daily. If at all possible, try to cream it twice a day. You need to use gently exfoliating sponges or bath puffs to remove all of the dead skin that is causing the irritation. Also stop using bubble baths, perfumed soaps or perfumed creams.

Use something like moisturising soap (Dove Cream Bar Extra Sensitive £1.19) and moisture intensive cream i.e. Boots Expert Sensitive Moisture Boost Body Cream for £2.99. Good luck
Reply:ring worms. If you share towels or work equipment you might have caugt ring worms. Go to Dr. and he/she will give you some antiobiotics.

Strecht Marks During/After Pregnancy? Saggy Skin?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.003-07:00

What is the best cream and way to get rid of stretch marks and saggy skin after pregnancy????

Strecht Marks During/After Pregnancy? Saggy Skin?
You can use Strivectin for the stretch marks. Doesn't remove the stretch marks but promotes new collagen in the skin. Does improve the smoothness and the look of them. It is also pricey. You can get it a bit cheaper on Ebay. Saggy skin, if too saggy, can be removed with abdominoplasty or tummy tuck. Unfortunately, some women skin lose elasticity that you can never get back, even with diet and exercise.
Reply:cocoa butter is good, or go to your local pharmacy and they can show you their medicated creams for stretch marks.

grappling

Skin irritation? need advice about mine?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.002-07:00

about 5 years ago when i was 16 i had real bad acne in uk, i bought some cream for it but i forgot what it was called but wheni applied it to my skin it felt like acid, i was supposed to have dabbed it on the spot but instead i massarged it all over my face, my skin on my face is quite bad but my nose is terrible, i think ive damaged the skin cells, but i dont know what can make it better and clearer? any help will be much appretiated

Skin irritation? need advice about mine?
I also damaged my skin with wrongly applied products or innappropiate products. I also had moles, uneven skin, discolorations, freckles and scars. But I experimented and found this cure that grew me a completely new clear skin. And it did this in about three weeks. It has worked wonders for many others with acne who have reported faster results. If you research my Best Answers you will find some of them. It´s a permanent cure and it´s safe, low cost and uses natural products that are beneficial to the skin.

Massage with a quite strong, vigorous motion(that is the key to it working) once or more a day better at night as initially it makes face flushed. You will find you can make it more vigorous as you progress. Use an organic or natural oil - olive oils work really well. Skin is always shedding and renewing, the massaging friction definitely forces a fresh, clearer skin to emerge. Initially, the skin has to adjust and if soreness, breakouts or other reactions happen - skin might expel poisons that need to be expelled - then stop and resume when you can. You have to find the pace that works for you - it's different for every person. In about a week you will see a great improvement. Keep up a massage routine and your skin WILL completely clear. It rids skin of many problems - many also caused by harmful ingredients in cleaning %26amp; other products and cosmetics. You will not need to use any other product or treatment and you will not need to moisturise. Only unhealthy skins need constant moisturizing. Some skin clinics may tell you to only massage gently but this treatment has only been beneficial to the many who have tried it. MOST OF THE OIL ABSORBS INTO THE SKIN AND YOU CAN SIMPLY WET FACE AND PAT DRY BEFORE SLEEPING.

SOURCE(S): 20+ years research into natural treatments and healing cures of skin, scalp and hair disorders and natural anti-aging and rejuvenation treatments.
Reply:As a fellow bad skin sufferer, i can sympathise with you.......anyway, it sounds to me that you may have eczema. If you have then you will be sensitive to most off the shelf cleansers and moisterisers. I dought if you have done any ireparable damge due to using a spot cream previously, as your skin is constantly renewing itself. I would suggest that you go and see a doctor, who can recomend or prescribe something suitable for you. Do not on any account use soap on your face, this is one of the biggest irritants for your face.....if you can get it, use aqueous cream with water for washing. Some people also use aqueous cream as a moisteriser, without the water.

I hope this helps.
Reply:It is important that you go see a dermatologist or skin specialist. Do not self treat as you can make matters worse.

It is likely that you are allergic to the harsh ingredients found in the cream. Hence, do not apply any cream or lotion on your face without checking the product labelling. If there is fragrance contained in the cream, do not use it.

To allow skin cells to repair and heal, you must use products for sensitive skin. Also, take foods that are helpful for skin condition like fatty fish and avoid all spicy foods.

More tips on sensitive skin care can be found here http://www.eczemaskintreatment.com
Reply:Treatments for acne and acne scarring

Treatments for acne depend on how much scarring of the skin is being caused by the acne and also how much the person is affected by the acne. The doctor has to establish both of these facts as the treatments for acne are long term and need

commitment from both the doctor and patient. Acne can cause psychological suffering which does not necessarily reflect the acne severity.

Treatment of acne, even if it is mild, is therefore important as a person may be greatly affected by mild acne whereas another person who has very severe acne may not be self conscious at all.

This is very much down to the individual as the face is particularly sensitive an area to be affected during teenage years. Acne can lead to reduced confidence and low self esteem and this should be recognised by healthcare professionals.

The treatments of acne have the following actions:

keratolytic

antibacterial

anti- inflammatory

reduce sebum production

Keratolytics

The keratolytics reduce the blockage in the duct of the hair and sebaceous gland allowing the sebum to flow more freely out of the gland.

Antibacterial

The antibacterial treatments can be applied topically or as antibiotics taken by mouth. They reduce the amount of bacteria in the sebaceous glands thereby reducing the amount of chemicals that they produce that can cause inflammation.

Anti- inflammatory

The anti- inflammatory treatments reduce the amount of inflammation directly.
Reply:ARBONE will and can take care of this skin condition you have because we penatrate the skin to go deep below the skins top layer to fix and repair damage from products we use that contain mineral oils, lanoline, dyes, perfumes, and ingreidents that don't belong and just sit on the surface of our skin. ARBONNE is pure safe and botanical and is made with formulations from swerthland that penatrate and leave your skin feeling very soft and hydrated. we are the number one health and wellness company in the world and have proven results we address a full line of products for any age skin care needs we have the intelllegence line for skin under 25 we have the FYI collections for teens and we have nutrimin c re9 for skin over 25 (men and women) which is our number one seller for skin care and you will love these products that work because of our formulations we cure acne finelines wrinkles age spots and dark circles under the eyes and all type of rashes so just click on my profile and see these incredible products and e-mail me if you would love a sample and try these products and if you have any questions about what you need to order thanks and your welcome because we also have fasical mask the really work and a thermal fusion mask that is like getting a dermabasion skin peel you would love.

Skin irritation/very sensitive skin?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.001-07:00

My oldest daughter has always had very sensitive skin. Her skin always gets irritated when she wears any type of jewellry. After a day of wearing her watch, her bracelet, necklace or her ring the skin under the jewellry is always red bumpy and irritated. We have bought her jewellry all in sterling silver (she prefers silver), and none of her jewellry is costume. She has tried using vaseline under them, a barrier cream, putting nail polish inside the bracelet/ring, and nothing seems to work. Does anyone have any suggestions of what she can do. Thanks

Teed

Skin irritation/very sensitive skin?
same thing happens to me. do not wear anything with nickle in it! stainless steel is good or 24 carrot white gold. a lot of jewellery will say nickel free. also try putting clear nail polish on her jewellery sometimes this works for me.

What moisturizing eye cream should I buy?

2010-04-24T08:09:00.000-07:00

I have noticed lately that some of the skin on my eyelids is dry and scaly. I think I'd like to start using a moisturizing eye cream to help with this. Please recommend a cream to me.

Here's what I'm looking for:

1. I'd like an eye cream to wear at night that is moisturizing but not too heavy or weird-feeling.

2. I wear contact lenses, so I'd like something that works for sensitive eyes.

3. I'd like a cream that is noncomedogenic.

4. If possible, I'd like to find something that's not too expensive and is available for sale in many places.

Thanks for your help!

What moisturizing eye cream should I buy?
cetaphil is the best. It won't make you break out, AND you can also buy it with spf 15 for daily use, and that also won't make you break out.

For your contacts, don't sleep in them. It is really bad to sleep in them, no matter what anyone tells you. Your eyes will thank you when you're older if you take them out. But use the renu wetting drops.
Reply:go to cvs and ask someone
Reply:Decleor - Harmonie Soothing Eye contour gel. It's really soothing and not too heavy.It costs about £22 but will last you a good 6-8 months (if you think about it that's less than £1 per week!). It has all natural products in including essential oils.

Note: With eye products you only need to use the size of a grain of rice and if you can dab around the eye socket more than twice you are using too much which will lead to puffiness.

A good tip is to keep eye creams in the fridge as they will be lovely and soothing when you go to use them and will take down any puffiness.

yoga

What a good facial moisturizer for dry/acne prone skin?

2010-04-24T08:08:00.002-07:00

my skin is very very dry right now becaause im using an acne cream and the moisturizer im using isnt moisturizing enough but im sccared to use anything else because alot of things make me break out, and also my skin is very sensitive. does anyone know of a moisturizer for the face thats good for sensitive skin and won`t break me out?

What a good facial moisturizer for dry/acne prone skin?
My daughter's dermatologist suggested we use Cetaphil on her face.. she has acne, and he put her on acne meds which made her skin dry and any moisturizer we used, gave her MORE acne.. the cetaphil is the only thing we used that worked!
Reply:I use Clean and Clear shine control moisturizer and it really helps to keep your skin from drying out. Also, it's non-comedogenic so it won't irritate your acne either. I also suffer from acne and had problems with the medicine drying my skin out and this seems to help.
Reply:Purpose. Simple as that. little square bottle, blue label, white cream. great for sensitive skin.

ivy

How do i make my skin return to its orignial color?

2010-04-24T08:08:00.001-07:00

Skin issues? Please only people who know alot about skin!?

2010-04-24T08:08:00.000-07:00

Hey well i have a skin problem. I'm not exactly ugly, but my bad skin detracts from the rest of my face. I have little tiny, coarse bumps around my nose and in between my eyebrows, bumps under the skin pretty much everywhere (they aren't red, don't turn into pimples and aren't blackheads), i have small red pimples on my chin and eyebrows, i have humungous pores and my face is pretty blothchy.

i use a cleanser, toner and oil free moisturiser twice daily. the only face makeup i wear is tinted spot cream. i use an exfoliant twice a week and tea tree oil every night.

please people who know about skin, please advise me what i'm doing wrong, what i should do, how to cover up, inexpensive treatments and a PERMANENT SOLUTION.

thankyou so, so, so much.

Skin issues? Please only people who know alot about skin!?
Try cutting back on the face products you use, its possible that you are over cleansing your face stripping your skin of all the oils. It is a common misconception that removing all the oil from your face will make it better but it actually makes it worse because you skin is going to over produce oil causing more pimples. Also exfoliating for me caused break outs, so you might want to cut but to using it only once a week because it can irritate the skin. Its really all about what is causing your skin to breakout and why it is the way it is. Your best bet would be to make an appointment with a dermatoligist and have them tell you what would work best. There is one product that really works for me and my sisters that I really suggest is Karin Herzog Vita-a-Kombi 2. It works by killing the p. bacteria that causes acne. Only problem is it is sort of expensive ($54 a jar) and you can only get it online although some dermatologist have it. I hope you find an answer for healthier skin :D
Reply:To be honest with you, I have bad acne caused from my Chrones Disease. Ive tried all the cleaners and treatments. You should really go see a dermatologist before you take the advice of people that dont know you. Ive wasted countless dollars on products that were supposed to clear me up, but diddnt. Research before you buy! My best advice!
Reply:Irratants.

Number one, Switch to all Hypo-Allergenic washes, and moisterizes,

Number 2,Apricot scrub

Number 3

NOTHING WITH ALCOHOL......

number 4, Seriously make an appointment with a local dermatoligist,, They can perscribe creams that can do wonders,

Also use COLD water to wash your face, Ease up on the oil, Use a night time moisterizer, And try a mask, Such as banana,,,

This is coming from a skin cancer survivor, hope i helped
Reply:Try using pure and natural products. If you don't want to splurge on pricer products like Arbonne. Switch over to Burts Bee - if things don't improve over about 2-3 weeks see your doctor.

Before you use a hydrating wash try a wash cloth (heat in micro) and apply and repeat.

Wash, toner and a spf day cream. Apply acne cream as you need it.

At night repeat - wash, toner and night cream.

Exfoliate only twice a week on a clean face.

and a mask once a week on a clean face not on the same days.

The wash cloth application should help the black heads and open your pores.

Increase water

watch your diet

fuchsia

Who uses depilatory cream ??

2010-04-24T08:07:00.002-07:00

Veet depilatory cream Or nair anyone ever used it and how long does you skin stay smooth?. or should i just stick to shaving?..

Who uses depilatory cream ??
I can't remember the stuff I used. My skin stayed hair free for about a week. But, my bathroom stunk to high heaven for atleast a day. Plus, putting on clothing over the skin i used the cream on just felt weird.

As to the last question, only you can answer that.
Reply:Nair works really well. I don't pay attention to the amount of time but it seems to be about a month.
Reply:I use Nair with aloe in the summer on my legs. Works great lasts about 4 weeks, and stays very smooth. It dosent smell that bad either.
Reply:I use NAIR and I am smooth for about 2 to 2 1/2 weeks. Razors are not good on the skin, you can also try waxing.
Reply:it stays smooth for about a 3 days to a week. i personally dont like shaving but if that works out then you should stick to it.

Best foundation brand for my skin tone?

2010-04-24T08:07:00.001-07:00

I have an olivy, dull complexison... what foundation brands(perferly cream/not powder kinds) do you think would best give my skin a glowing, bright, fresh look?

Best foundation brand for my skin tone?
I LOVE prescriptives. They match your undertone to give you a beautiful glowing look.
Reply:Clinique is the best foundation, I have the same type of skin and its works great and my skin doesn't look oily.
Reply:I would either go with este lauder or clinique (sp?) I am a penny pinching mom who refuses to purchase a pair of jeans if they are more than $30, but i will spend the money for good make up, i used to be a cover girl or whatever looked good in the package, but now i go straight to the department store...they will even do a make over on you with their newest products so you can see if it is the look you are wanting...and they will keep trying until they get it right. Also, if you time it right, they usually have promo's with free gifts (ususally include make up remover, face cream, eye shadow and lipstick and mascara) if you purchase something for $20 or more...which is how i got hooked to begin with! Plus, unlike the Wal-Mart brands, a little goes a long way, i've had mine for over a year and i wear make up every day (well almost)...hope this helps!
Reply:I noticed a couple people put Clinique and I just wanted to say that I currently use Clinique, but in my opinion, its not all that great. I am currently looking for a new brand myself...my Clinique make-up seems to last for only a short time and after running errands and playing outside with my daughter, my make-up looks gone! I am looking into Bee-Luscious cosmetics...I have heard great things about their products. Good luck!
Reply:Looks like u have 2 issues....

lets discuss the first one... dull complexion... I was in the same boat and found out that the reason for my dull complexion was dead skin. I was not exfoliating enough.

I went for a facial and the esthetician recommended i use dermalogica daily foliant. It is very mild and is great for all skin types... I have to tell you, my skin has a glow and I get compliments all the time.

Once this was taken care of then my old foundation which is Sisiedo liquid foundation for oily skin looked awesome.

Hope this helped. I did not have to change the foundation... The problem was the dead skin buildup that was causing the skin to look lifeless and dull.
Reply:I used to be a loyal Clinique user but I found that it didn't last all day and it made my skin feel oily. I was introduced to an amazing line of skincare and makeup products ... a brand called Artistry and NAO cosmetics. They are ranked in the top five cosmetic lines with Estee Lauder, Clinique, Chanel...etc. The great thing about their products is they have a 100% money back guarantee so you can try the products and if you don't like the color or the way it makes your skin feel, you can return it without any problems or any questions asked.

If you're interested in checking out what they have to offer you can go to www.randaenterprises.ltdteam.com and type in the word beauty as the password.

They have lots of great stuff to offer!
Reply:If you have clear skin, then just use a nice tinted moisturiser (revlon has a really good one) they make your skin glow and give it a little colour if your skins dull, if you do have bad skin then stick with the tinted moisturiser and add some foundation too. Although none of this will be very helpful if your skins oily..

Skin???????

2010-04-24T08:07:00.000-07:00

my skin is red from sun burn last year i have put loads of cream on and it's still red. also my arms and legs where i have light sun burn on are really scally what shall i do

Skin???????
help your skin heal by using cocoa butter or aloe vera on the skin, drink lots of water and avoid the sun but if you go out alot wear the highest number sun block you can find regularly
Reply:i know i had that see a doctor

Skin problem!!!!!?

2010-04-24T08:06:00.003-07:00

my forehead gets really oily because of my spots so i use a shine control moistouriser. if i don't moistourise then my forehead gets really dry and flakey but still the shine control moistouriser doesn't get rid of the flakey skin and it is still quite oily. when i use a normal face cream, it looks like i've slapped on baby oil on my forehead. i'm really stuck. can anybody suggest what i can use to help my forehead.

p.s the rest of my face is normal but very dry around my mouth. thnx

Skin problem!!!!!?
There is a product range called Vichy. It's for hypoallergenics, but it is very good for most skin problems. They've got solutions for everything!! I work in a shop where they sell it and it's fab. There's also a brand called Skin Doctors, and it's als very good. Both are quite expensive ranging from around £10 to £50, but they are excellent and a lot of my customers swear by it! Hope it helps.
Reply:Use the most gentle products you can find,i use baby soap and that new johnsons natural baby moisturiser,it comes in a light green tube with a leaf on the front,it's really good.
Reply:I've had acne since aged 13. I'm 38 now. Don't worry - its very rare to have it so long. But I've been through all the cyclin treatments and finally can conclude that the best things to try are:

Steimycin lotion for skin.

Minocin for controlling acne.

Raw garlic - chewed (a tiny bit at a time) makesa HUGE difference. But its hard work to get it down as it burns. This is due to the active ingredient being created when garlic is crushed (ie., attacked by an insect or parasite). The chemical has great antibiotic properties. I chew one daily at the momnt for my sore throat. I take pomegranet juice to keep the burn down. Don't try orange juice - makes it worse. Try crushing the garlic and then swallowing it whole to avoid the burning. Drink water or something to chase it down. Try nibbling a bit to see what I mean about the heat.
Reply:You should use something that is 100% soap free and fragrance free. These ones usually work for me.

Try Simple....its dermatologicallly tested too...
Reply:i get where ure coming from coz ive got da same problem and truly, there's nothing you can do about it.what i do is dat i only apply moisturizer on the flaky areas and if it gets too shiny i wipe it till itz almost gone.also u could try face wipe.they contain a lot of oil so the oil and water combined evens out the skin.though ure face feels dry, peopl dont see your flakes.and lastly, itz not advisable to use a soap bar for your face coz it sucks too much moisture out of your face.try using a cream bath or a shower gel(not scented of course)it works for me

Help! My skin is getting crazy!!?

2010-04-24T08:06:00.002-07:00

My facial skin is going crazy!

I began having lots of acne-like, or pimple like "irritations" all over my face.

They are pretty intense on my forehead and sides of the cheeks.

They are not exactly pimples, because I am 26 years old. They are rather irritations or the fats re-surfacing from my chronic constipation problem.

I have visited two different dermotologists and they all said, "... there is nothing I can do.. just apply this cream where ever goes out of controll..."

So screw the doctors. Now, it is time to turn to the natural methods.

Do you recommend any natural ways to fight the surface of the pimple-likes? Any diets? Any natural creams or "washing face with milk"?

The worst fear I have is those irritations being left on my facial skin permanently as they become scars. How do I prevent forming scars?

Can you give me any tips on getting my facial skin back to the soft, acne-free, handsome state?

Any tips/advices will be appreciated.

Help! My skin is getting crazy!!?
Make a mix of plain old cooked oatmeal and whole milk. Apply as a mask nightly, let dry, rinse off. Do not apply any other chemicals, at least at night. This works.
Reply:I dunno!
Reply:Try Proactive...its the best out there!!!
Reply:dude, get some new skin
Reply:this might sound crazy but my friend washes her face with a little bit of bleach and some dove soap!! her face is clear, smooth and beautiful. she applies cocoabutter lotion afterwards!and for scars use alcohol!
Reply:avoid shampoo going on your face

and keep skin moist and freshh like drinking water it could of been the sweat on your face from the heat its qiute hot today in england
Reply:Have you had a cold recently? Even if you aren't experiencing symptoms, this could be caused by a virus. My daughter has it. They doc. gave her an atibiotic. Maybe go to your primary physician. It's called igmatitis or something like that. I can't remember. It starts with igma. It might not be this, but it's a possibility. My daughter has had it for almost two weeks now, but I took her to the Doc. Friday so she has only been on the meds for 3 days, and now it is clearing right up.
Reply:You could search the Web MD site and see what it has to say about it. I know Lupus disease causes skin to get red and blotchy and it could be that. You could try a different doctor and see what he or she says about it. There are natural remedies for things and there are a lot of books about natural cures and remedies. Dr. Dean Edell is good, he has a site Health Central. I think you can ask questions there about it and he is on the radio and answers questions and it is a very interesting informative show.
Reply:The surest way is to cure first your constipation, have a no-fat diet, enough sleep, exercise and wash your face with plain clean water. Fat from soaps might aggravate your condition. My sister-in-law stopped using soap and her acne disappeared.
Reply:My wife daily washes her face with Green Tea. She hasn't had a pimple in years...

Drinking a cup of room temperature water every morning prevents clogging of the pores as well.

Thirdly, I would suggest to go to an allergist. Maybe there is something you are allergic to and don't know about it. Could be something in the air, something you eat, or even some cream/soap/etc..

If you are in doubt, seriously, aucupuncture works wonders when there is no other way out. The way they can correct the flow of CHI is amazing and really can work on almost anything!
Reply:stay away from soaps and wash your face with clearasil ultra.. its a daily face wash..
Reply:First of all start stop using any shampoo.wait for a few days to see if you still are getting new acnes or pimples whatever you have.Try to clean your face with fresh water and soap.Take warm steam on your face for atleast 10 mins everyday.Consider your self to limit eating chocolates.nuts or any fattening stuff.I am sure you would find result little later after some days.Good luck.
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Reply:Tazorac cream it ia a prescription. It really works, then get the CLINIQUE 3 step skin care and use it daily 2x per day.
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Reply:http://www.beautipage.com/lbourdet/index... copy and paste that site. there is a face wash for acne prone skin. it works really good. It is a little high in price for a face wash, but it does work. It is also highly concentrated, so you dont need to use sooo much. Hopefully it will work for you !
Reply:Proactiv is awesome, it should do the trick. As for preventing scars, just don't pick at all!
Reply:Sound like my friend...Honestly proactive can be too harsh on most skins....at least thats what i think. my friend uses zenmed and her skins has clear up completely and is transparent....
Reply:Mary Kay products.. makes u think of girls but so many men use our acne treaters..

try it out.. 100% money back guarantee
Reply:you should pay more attention to two things:

1. what you eat - stay away from processed and oily food. stick with more natural fruits and veggies..

2. just as important - treat your skin! clean it daily with facial soap and cleansers (best are Dead Sea Products) also use weekly treatments like Dead Sea masks and Dead Sea facial creams.

Those Dead Sea products not only will clean your skin - they'll also balance your skin to be more healthy %26amp; bright.

Skin problem!!!!!?

2010-04-24T08:06:00.001-07:00

Oily skin problem?

2010-04-24T08:06:00.000-07:00

it is so annoying that i have oily skin. no one in my family has this problem except me. i wash my face every day twice, in the morning and at night with warm water. after i wash my face, i put my acne medication that my doctor told me to use and then i put cream on my face. my face turns oily like every hour and when it does, i use an oil wipe to take it off. it is annoying especially when i'm at school or when i have to go somewhere because i always have to go to the bathroom every chance i get to take off the oil. what can i do to not have an oily face?

i eat healthy and i drink lots of water everyday. the face wash i use is called oil-free acne wash by neutrogena and the cream i use is called complete all day moisture cream SPF 15 normal by olay. i have no acne on my face. i know that the face wash is not causing the problem because i have tried other face wash products and my face still turns oily after an hour or so. i went a day without putting the cream and still oil

Oily skin problem?
Neutrogena sucks, I have oily skin to and I use this stuff I get from Sephora called boscia combination skin wash. It has made all the difference and it's all natural, with no harsh chemicals. They also have these little papers that blot oil off your face. The problem with most face washes for oily skin is that they try to dry your face up with alchohol or harsh chemicals. Then your face fights back by producing more oil. So I would suggest using natural botanical products that work with your skin, not against it. I like bare naturals, boscia, and arbonne.
Reply:get luke warm water and dip your face in it with a towel over the back of your head the transfer with the towel still on to cool water not cold
Reply:Well i think this is just a thing that you go through when you are a teen. My advice would be to stop using the moisturizer for like a week and if that doesn't work go to a dermatoligist. In my experiences moisturizers make my face break out and also make my face super oily. I would say to stop use immediately.
Reply:i use marykay skin wash for normal to oily skin. u only need a tiny bit of it so the bottle lasts forever. it has helped so far where nothing else has for my skin. the moisturizer may be too much for your skin as well. also, the more i wash my face, the more oily it becomes. maybe only wash it twice each day. the acne medication may not be helping either. you may be going through a hormone change. i did when i was in high school, but that went away. some natural makeups can help absorb the oil as well. good luck!
Reply:u should get an astringent. It sucks up all the oil. It sorta stings but that's how u kno it's working
Reply:You might have extra oily skin.

You shouldn't over-wash your face because your body is only going to produce more oil to make up for what you wipe away, but some people do need to wash more than twice a day due to the excess oil. I see a lot of girls with oily skin though -- its something you have to go through growing up I guess. Just wipe or dip your face in/with water and avoid using the cleansers more than twice a day ( it can over-dry and possibly burn your skin after a while ).
Reply:I got really oily skin too. Ive never found a cure, but one thing that does help is washing w/ mild soap. When i was like 16 the derm. gave me all these prescriptions, and told me to buy certain "dermatologist approved" products. In the long run none of them work.

Someone told me that all those specially made stuff interact w/ ur skins natural ability keep balanced. So like they work for a little bit but then your skin trys to fight it off and makes more oil.

They suggested using mild white soap, like ivory. Cuz the soap drys your skin out %26amp; kills bacteria w/ out making it all peely %26amp; red. Use like a regular moisturizer not a neutrogena one...as long as its oil free. I think the olay ones are too oily and slick. Cuz we dont need more moisture, we got natural moisture. Eventhough you dont have acne try something w/ salicylic acid cuz it keeps ur face dry.

And if you wear makeup try Bare Minerals cuz its the shiiiiit. and they have a moisturizer that helps w/ the oil control 2 and its not even intended 2. %26amp; theres those clean %26amp; clear oil blotters or u can use toilet paper or whatever.
Reply:Wash your face two or three times a day with a mild cleanser that does not include perfumes or additives. Keep your skin very clean, but do not scrub too hard.

Use an oil-free moisturizer and cosmetics.

Use a clay-based face mask two or three times a week.

Choose products containing alpha-hydroxy acids, which remove dead cells and give skin a smoother appearance.

Mash up a small amount of papaya for your own fruit acid mask. Smear it on your skin, leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse.

Steam your skin several times a week. Add chamomile, lavender oil or dried herbs such as rosemary, parsley or thyme to the water.

Keep your skin hydrated by drinking at least eight glasses of water a day.

Reduce fats and oils in your diet. Increase your intake of fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Watch your sun exposure. Although the sun may seem to dry your skin, too much heat actually stimulates the production of more oil.

Supplement your diet with B-complex vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc and vitamin E. You can also take a high-potency multivitamin.

Make your own facial scrub by mixing 2 tbsp. almond meal with 1 tbsp. ground lemon rind and 1 tbsp. powdered milk.

Make your own clay mask by mixing green clay powder with water or honey and applying it to your face. Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse.

homemade remedies:

For oily skin - Milk of Magnesia is wonderful for people with oily skin and it’s simple to use. Just rub it thoroughly on the face and keep it on for 5-10 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.

Apply raw, grated carrots to the face while lying down, a little lemon juice may also be added.

1/2 cucumber

1 Tbsp plain yogurt

Puree cucumber in blender. Mix in yogurt, apply to face. Leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse well.

Massage a small amount of slightly heated honey into skin.

Wheat germ may be added for its abrasive action, protein and nutrients.

Squeeze half a lemon and mix the juice with one beaten egg white. Apply to face avoiding the area around the eyes.

Leave on your face overnight or if during the day, for about 15 minutes.

Rinse with warm water.

Make a creamy paste of oatmeal and water. Apply to face and let dry completely.

Remove by very gently rubbing off with your fingers.

hope that helped =)

When will pale skin be IN?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.003-08:00

I love my skin. I began appreciating it because people kept complimented me a lot about my face being so clear and acne free. I’ve done simple things to take care of it for years now. I use moisturizer everyday about 3 times per day. I try not to be on the sun unless I need to. I wear 50 SPF sun block everyday on summers. I use the L’Oreal anti wrinkle cream for men for 2 years already. I use the Nivea cream for men for puffiness under the eyes. I think it shows because no one believes I’m 25.

Because I avoid the sun, I have a very pale color, which to me it’s healthy because I know my skin is well taken care of. I see people who tan, and I see damaged skin. Why is tanned supposed to be healthy? It’s actually damaged by sun.

When is taking care of your skin going to be the new fad?

When will pale skin be IN?
I have a friend who has used moisturizers and such for years. When he started, he had to use whatever was in the medicine cabinet because there were no such products aimed at men. He started in his late teens and is now in his late 40's. He looks about 30. Keep up the good work. It will show in time and you'll look younger than everyone else your age.

I also have extremely pale skin. "Pasty white chick" is what I call myself but the truth is I think it is better to be what you are than to try to use chemicals to cover it up. I am 36 and I never used foundation or face powder and very little other cosmetics. I look pretty darn good, even if I do say so myself. Everyone thinks my 10 year old son is my little brother. It's great. He loves the look on his friends faces when he says, "No, that's my mom."

Natural is in right now (hurray for those of us who have persevered) Look how pale Scarlett Johansen is, for example.

Enjoy it while it lasts. Another week and something else will be in style.
Reply:actually the new trend is your natural skin. no one on the red carpet wears the fake tanner anymore. appreciate your skin for what it is. check out pictures of the latest red carpet events!
Reply:I have pale skin to and some people are like tanning bed crazy i would not lay in a tanning bed they are bad bad for skin and so is to much sun why cant people just be happy.but i love the color of my skin and its nice to see a guy who really takes care of him self
Reply:I have very fair skin too and take care of it. I've learned to accept that that's just who I am and to love myself for it. My grandmother and mother also had very light skin and their skin looked beautiful as they aged because they took care of it. So you'll have the last laugh in the end.
Reply:GOOD FOR YOU! 'Pale skin' may never be a 'fad' in your lifetime ... but your 'lifetime' will probably be a lot longer and you'll both look better and be healthier because you have 'pale skin' and take care of yourself. And if you 'look different' that's a GOOD THING because it helps you stand out in a crowd!
Reply:When they start getting some years on them and seeing those leathery wrinkles! By then though, there will probably be a fix for that also. I'm light complected and my friends used to tell me to "turn off my legs", because the sun shined off of them and was blinding... My wrinkles will be from life- laughter and stress. When people are younger, they just don't think about how what they do now affects them later (me included sometimes).
Reply:Your doing thr right thing all these young hot looking 18 to what 27 are all about the tan sure thier hot now but wait till there in ther 30's it's not going to be hot any morei dont tan but i do use a bronzer.
Reply:people like the golden glow. some people associate pale skin with not eating right. When i am tan people compliment me but when i don't get any sun i go pale and people always ask me whats wrong with me, if i am sick so yea. I don't have to go to a tanning bed or stay in the sun long to get tan, just ten minutes in the sun so i don't think it is unhealthy but the people that have to go to tanning beds often DO look unhealthier than most people. They tend to have lots of wrinkles! So I say, just stick to whatever works for your skin. If u can tan easily without having to go to a bed then i don't think that is bad but if u are spending every other day in a tanning bed then thats a problem, its gross and unhealthy. They will see the results when they are in their late 20s
Reply:It looks really passe and pedestrian to have a tan, so you are already in fashion. Only sorority girls and porn stars tan these days. You are on track, don't worry. Everybody who knows anything about anything is using sunscreen.
Reply:hmm i dont know if it will ever be in but why follow trends! i do sometime but thats cuz i personally like some things. dont worry about it being a fad be d ifferent! tanned isnt suppposed to be healthy, just better looking. but more and more people are becoming more aware of the dangers of tanning so maybe it possible fair skin will become a fad
Reply:Pale skin will be in "when the world goes Goth". Good for you for taking care of your skin. While you may be avoiding damage by staying out of the sun, keep in mind that you may be doing damage with all the chemicals you're treating it with.

I have an aunt who went to tanning salons, and used rub on tanning solution for years. She now closely resembles a pleather couch.
Reply:I'm 40 years old, and in all those years, pale skin has never been in. I don't think it ever will be. I have never been big on tanning. For what it's worth, I am told all the time how I look so much younger than I actually am. Taking care of your skin will always be a fad of sorts. A lot of people want a clear complexion, but they want that tan to go with it. They will someday pay for all the excessive tanning. Make friends with the skin you're in. You work hard to be healthy. Be proud of that!
Reply:yeah when coco channel resurrects

I'm Black. How can you get rid of dark skin from under my arms and around my neck?

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When I was younger I had a bad rash under my arms. It left the skin under my arms very dark. It has lightened up since then but it is dark enough to leave me self conscious about wearing sleeveless shirts. I also have dark skin around my neck. I don't know how that happened. Is there a cream or something I can use that actually WORKS. I tried cocoa butter and a lot of expensive creams but nothing has helped. I think it is ligtening on it's own over time but I would like to get rid of it now.

Also, I have a child. During my pregnancy I occured a lot of stretch marks on my stomach. I really miss my cute stomach. Is there a cream that actually WORKS to get rid of stretch marks. I have tried a lot of cremes for this also but none worked.

If all else fails, I'm thinking about saving up for a trip to the plastic surgeon. It really bothers me that my skin is so flawed when it was once beautiful. Please Help.

I'm Black. How can you get rid of dark skin from under my arms and around my neck?
Are you exfoliating regularly? I have a friend who is African American, and her skin while still dark, is a lot lighter than that of the other women in her family. The other women get ashy, and they have to exfoliate. Because of her skin tone, dead skin shows up not as ashy but as darker patches. She uses a good exfoliant regularly, followed by a deep moisturizing cream. All the moisturizers in the world won't help your dark patches if there's a serious buildup of dead skin on there.

Start out with a gentle exfoliant, such as St. Ives Apricot scrub, and see if that helps. You may need a stronger formulation, or a chemical exfoliant, such as an AHA cream, if you have a serious build up of dead cells. Exfoliating agents take off the dead layer of stuff on top, so they won't hurt your skin tone or bleach it out. Also, since the top layer of skin is always dying, you need to continue to exfoliate regularly if you find that is the problem.

As for your stretch marks, I have heard various things from various friends. The best remedy, it seems, is a good moisturizer and time. Take good care of your skin, and it should return to normal. The only one of my friends whose tummy didn't return to normal gained an exceptionally large amount of weight with her pregnancy (85 lbs.), and even her marks are so faded that you have to look carefully to see them.

I have provided a link below to my favorite online drugstore. Even if you don't buy there, you can look at products and get ideas about what does what. Everything is divided into sections for quick and painless browsing, and there are good descriptions for every product.

Good luck!
Reply:I'm white, so I really have no idea. However, I would go to a dermatologist and get their expert opinion. They're the ones with the medical background and training and can obviously help you more than me. Hopefully, you'll have beautiful skin again! Good luck!
Reply:Yeah there is a cream I forgot what it was called my mother told me about it cause she works in the pharmacy you can find the cream in Wal-mart its there I hope it works for you
Reply:try to use Papaya soap.It really works
Reply:http://www.wikihow.com/Lighten-Your-Skin

Do you know of a cream that is really effective in removing dark spots in the face?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.001-08:00

i have very sensitive skin. sometimes, i have pimples even after the first application of a cream.

Do you know of a cream that is really effective in removing dark spots in the face?
They make skin lightening creams that they sell at wallgreens and such but none of them work effectively. Try going to the dermatologist for something that is really going to get rid of the dark spots.
Reply:There's a lot of whitening cream you can use. I know a cream that is really effective in whitening scars and dark spots. I do not know if you have it in your country. It is called "cebo de macho".
Reply:"Timewise Even Complexion Essence" by Mary Kay
Reply:You need to see a dermatologist who will tell you the cause of the breakouts. I had such and i was put on antibiotics, then I used an antiseptic cleanser and then used clear essence fade cream.

camellia

Lightening cream in patches?

2009-11-20T04:09:00.000-08:00

if you use a lightening cream for dark spot and discoloration, is it normal if it lightens your skin in patches, or is it meant to be so slow you dont notice at all

Lightening cream in patches?
It should not make light patches on your skin. I use some lightening cream for my face and it works gradually. You will see some changes in your skin in time.
Reply:It should lighten evenly if you are using it all over your face. You will get a "halo" effect around the dark spot if you are only treating the spot. Is the product hydroquinone?

Skin problem!!!?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.003-08:00

my forehead gets really oily because of my spots so i use a shine control moistouriser. if i don't moistourise then my forehead gets really dry and flakey but still the shine control moistouriser doesn't get rid of the flakey skin and it is still quite oily. when i use a normal face cream, it looks like i've slapped on baby oil on my forehead. i'm really stuck. can anybody suggest what i can use to help my forehead.

p.s the rest of my face is normal but very dry around my mouth. thnx

Skin problem!!!?
you should go to boots and ask for shine control paper, the paper will suck up all that excess oil from your skin. also try changing your diet by eating more healthy.
Reply:There's a product on the market called "Ketsugo". It was originally made from sharks liver oil after someone noticed that Japanese fishermen had very clear skin (this really is true!!). It is now made using a man made so no sharks get killed! Basically it controls the sebaceous gland (which produces oil) and thus prevents spots. Give it a try, i costs about £12 and you can get it from Super drug.
Reply:do u have skin problem http://www.skincarefairy.com
Reply:I had the same problem as you. You should go on this website http://cgarcia1.qbeautyzone.com If you don't like the product you get your money back if you return the item half used or all gone within 180 days that you purchased it. You need to microderm your face. Use the at home microdermabrasion system. This scrubs off flaky skin (dead skin cells). Makes your pores smaller and tighter which means the smaller the pores the harder for dirt to get in and oil to get out. Use this twice a week and I guarantee you this will work. You also want to use the pore cleansing mask this cleans your pore deep inside and also use this twice a week. Moisturizer is great but make sure you also clean your face with the right kind of formula that's right for your skin make sure the formula is for oily skin type of people and try not to touch your face so much you're only transferring more oil to your face from your hands. Good luck. email me if you need anymore questions.

mgarcia@bww.com
Reply:AUTHENTIC AFRICAN BLACK SOAP FOLLOWED BY AN ALOE VERA BASED MOISTURIZER.WILL KEEP YOUR SKIN WONDERFUL ALL DAY.STAY AWAY FROM STORE BOUGHT SOAPS.THEY ARE DRYING AND IRRITATING.
Reply:Check out the website below for curing skin problems.
Reply:use dermalogica daily microexfoliant face wash and active moist cream. It's expensive but it really works!!

Also TEA TREE OIL FACIAL BLOTTING TISSUES really work they are thin sheets of speacial tissue that wen u wipe on your face really absorb excess oil. they're also quite cheap!!
Reply:Try to use a shampoo that is for oily hair.

That may help the hair line -

Also try using a very pure soap and cream that doesn't contain

mineral oil to it (could clog your pores)

Also do a mask once a week and also exfoliate.
Reply:I have the same type of skin problem as you and I use Johnsons 3-in1 wipes followed by a small amount of nivea cream. Can't fault it
Reply:I used to have really oilly skin as well but I checked out a few of the products listed below on the website and it has helped me alot. I Hope it helps you out.

www.shopherbalife.com/mwatson.

click on Shopping and scroll down to Outer Nutrition.
Reply:Little pads of shine paper which you can get in body shop or boots just soak up the excess as and when you need them to and they are not expensive.

La Mer face cream, is it worth buying? It will be winter soon and Im looking for a really face cream so?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.002-08:00

my skin doesnt dry out in the Canadian winter thats about to hit.

I currently use Avene and love it, but I want something that is really going to help my skin in the winter time, anyone tried La mer???

Is there any other better product for face cream out them,money is nota concern as I have some money saved for this reason.

La Mer face cream, is it worth buying? It will be winter soon and Im looking for a really face cream so?
La Mer is very nice - I've used it a lot but honestly I can't say that it's the holy grail of face creams. Yes, it's gotten a lot of press but you are looking for a good face cream - that will moisturize. I think then it depends on what else you want it to do - anti aging, etc. La Prairie is an excellent brand (I'm not specifically quoting a cream because there are several - each does something else). There are also the cosmesceuticals which are less expensive but really good!

Both La Mer/La Prairie are excellent and there are a lot of others also out there. I prefer La Prairie because it has additional benefits: my advice - go to the high-end shops and get samples. You should be able to get several tries out of each - if you are going to invest in a great skin cream, it's good to take it for a test spin!
Reply:Well i don't know about the La mer creme, but i use coconut oil on my face and body to moisturize. It is sooo hydrating and makes your skin feel so subtle and soft. I highly recommend. The best quality is organic coconut oil. It has no specific smell so its great! It comes in a solid form. Coconut oil has many health benefits as well.

lady slipper

How to even out skin?

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i'm a teen and my mom isnt really all for makeup... i've actually had to hide a few of the more major things i've bought, like eyeliner and bronzer. so, whats the best way to make my skin appear smooth, bright, and nourished? inexpensive creams, treatments, or anything... i know there's always foundation, so what are some good, reliable brands that work well and don't cost a lot? or even any other make-up tips to make my skin seem clearer-- like emphasizing a part of my face. any suggestions appreciated.

How to even out skin?
Tinted moisturiser is a moisturiser with a little colour added. it's the sheerest of all the foundations, so your mom won't be able to tell your wearing make up. And it also evens out skin tone.
Reply:True Match, bye Loreal, works really well. But, if impossible to get. heres a mixture from Beauty Magazine.

Mix: 1/2 cup of green tea

vanilla yogurt,

lemon juice

almond extract

and cucumbers

blend until smooth, while adding honey.

Place mixture on your face, or problem areas for 5-9 min. no less or more. Than, wash gently off with warm water and blot with towel.

Hope this helps =)
Reply:I LOVE Mary Kay's foundation! It's 14 dollars but lasts about 6 Months! A little goes a long way, its smooth, and non transferable! So if you hug him or it rains your face doesnt come off! Good Luck

Alcohol in face cream?

2009-11-20T04:08:00.000-08:00

seeing as most alcohol based colognes/perfumes dry out the skin, would the same apply to face creams and so called moisturizers which all seem to contain alcohol?

Alcohol in face cream?
Yes, and believe it or not all that contain a mineral oil or petroleum actually dry you out too - so read labels.

So clueless when it comes to skin care, PLEASE HELP!?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.003-08:00

I am 29, but dont look it i still often get ID for alcohol, anyways as i am well on my way to 30 yrs, so i wanted to start a new skin care regime...

I am not positive what i need, the only things i noticed is the need for pore tightening, and i have a very slight variance in skin tones (freckles, faint pinker areas) i am concerned about starting something for wrinkles as well.

right now i only use dove brightening moisturizer,and dive nightime cream.

What would you recommend to use daily for tightening pores evening skin tones, and future wrinkle defense?

also is it ok to mix brands ie, morning use avenno product for tightening, something else for evening skint one etc...?

thanx a bunch!

So clueless when it comes to skin care, PLEASE HELP!?
It's always great to be thinking ahead. A regime with pure and natural products helps tremendously - although most skin care is personal - I do suggest Arbonne. They make 3 regimes.

One for acne

One for 16-29 year olds

and another for 29+ the re9.

I have the best skin I ever had since plunging. It's not cheap but it's rewarding to have glowing skin (I am 39) and using botanical based products.
Reply:I always recommend Biore products to everyone. They are absolutely the best.

I use these products twice a day:

-Pore minimizing foaming face wash

-Pore minimizing lightweight moisturizer

Once a week:

-Deep cleansing pore strips

Take a look at their website, I'm sure you'll find something that satisfies your needs... And by the way, all of Biore's products smell amazing!
Reply:I am 28 years old and still look young too....But that's a GOOOOOOD thing!!!! You should use Arbonne. They have all kinds of skin care products and things for wrinkles, etc. Plus the products do not have mineral oil, fragrances and have never been tested on animals. They are wonderful products.
Reply:make sure to wash your face everyday %26amp; wear sun screen when you go out to prevent any sun damage. the uneven skin tones can easily be covered up by using a very light powder foundation. don't use too much just enough to even out the skin tone. stick to natural products when wanting to take care of your skin. if you want to mix brands be VERY careful cause it can cause a bad reaction on your skin since there might be chemicals..so i wouldn't suggest you do that. good luck !
Reply:I would go to a place with a skin consultant and get some advice. Some places like Estee Lauder, Lancome, etc., will give you a free facial and give you ideas as to what you need to do. Tell them what your concerns are and what you would like to do with your face.
Reply:I'm 33 and began using the anti-aging line from Arbonne about 2 years ago. The serum will help with skin healthy cell turnover, increase moisture retention, and help smooth out fine lines %26amp; wrinkles. The serum comes in a 6-step system and when used together yields maximum results. I'd also recommend the Deep pore masque or Thermal fusion masque - great for the pores! PM me if you want details!
Reply:Hi! I'm a Mary Kay consultant so I'm a little biased on products, but I did use other brands prior to becoming a MK consulant...with that said...yes it does matter if you're mixing brands. Most companies formulate their skin care products to work together. Our TimeWise anti-aging products are the #1 skin care products in the USA (study done by an independent company not by MK). I absolutely love these products b/c they're simple to use and they also provide the anti-aging ingredients as well. I'm in my 30's and I get asked what grade I'm in all the time! I've used MK for 8 years. :-) You can find a consultant in your area or I'd be happy to mail you samples of our TW line in your skin type. Just let me know. Feel free to email me at stephsmk@yahoo.com
Reply:Try Microderm Abrassion:

Microderm Abrasion helps you achieve:

smoother-looking skin

minimized appearance of pores and age spots

balanced appearance of pigment irregularities

reduced appearance of acne scars

reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

restored youthful, radiant glow

*Go to the website below.
Reply:I have to agree with the M/K lady...I'm a cosmetologist/make-up artist and I always recommend to my clients to stay within the same line...for optimum benefits. A line is meant to work together, and while you can get away with "cocktailing" products, (I mean, nothing horrific will happen) you won't get as good of benefits as you would staying within the same line.

I really recommend the Rodan %26amp; Fields line. It's a cosmeceutical line created by dermatologists. It has a perfect blend of medicines and botanicals. They have several regimens, but from what you're describing, it sounds as if you could benefit from the Reverse regimen, or the Anti-Aging regimen. Anyone over 25 should be on an anti-aging regimen! Their website is www.rodanandfields.com good luck...Happy cleansing!

What Is "Bleaching Cream"?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.002-08:00

What is bleaching cream? I heard alot of people are using it to make their skin lighter.

Is this harmful? How does it work? And where can you get it?

What Is "Bleaching Cream"?
Bleaching creams remove pigment from the skin particularly in areas that are freckled or dark. The best bleaching agent is hydroquinone. It is available OTC up to 2% strength and at 4% strength through a dermatologist. While these bleaching creams do work once you stop using them/get sun exposure the results disappear. It is being debated right not whether to pull these products off the shelves due to a possible cancer risk.
Reply:Not their skin, their unwanted facial hair. It lightens your facial hair to match your skin tone. It is harmless, and it doesn't hurt at all. I use it for my facial hair, and I like it a lot because it really works.
Reply:Bleaching cream? Do you want to look like Micheal Jackson?

dendrobium

La Mer face cream, is it worth buying? It will be winter soon and Im looking for a really face cream so?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.001-08:00

How can i make my skin lighter?

2009-11-20T04:07:00.000-08:00

I have tan skin that is pretty light. But it always gets really dark in the pring and summer. And it gets lighter again in the winter. Well, spring just started and I am running track. Therefore, I am out in the sun a lot and I have gotten A LOT darker. I tan very easily and I really dont like how dark I have gotten. And I am going to keep getting darker until track is over. Then this summer I am supposed to travel to india and I am going to get a lot of comments on how dark my skin has gotten. I dont want this to happen. So, is there any cream I can use on my face to lighten it that is safe andn gives fast results. Or any lootion for my body? I use spf. 30 but it doesnt work and I think it makes my skin darker. I have also been putting lemon and honey n ym face for the past three days but haven't seen any results. What should I do?

How can i make my skin lighter?
Lemon seems to be the best thing to make skin fair, but only 3 days of using is not much, try this for facial, I have tried and found good, all from your kitchen. Take an egg, mix it with half tomatoe, 2 tbsp milk and mix well to make creamy, apply to face till the mixture dries on your face and your face feels tight, rinse with warm water. Do this once a month, you will gradually feel the difference.
Reply:you probably need a stronger SPF and you can put on a moisturizing lotion, that worked for me.
Reply:A stronger SPF should help. You must apply it though and continue applying every hour or so. Your sweat will wear the sunblock off and let the sun through. So several applications throughout the day can help. Can you wear a hat during track to keep the sun off your face? Go see a dermatologist too. They just might have the trick for the lightning.

If that doesn't work, see if you can get in touch with Michael Jackson - he obviously knows a trick! (JOKE)
Reply:You should use a stronger SPF when you run outside, and that will protect your skin a little better. Also Dove Brightening lotion is great to lighten your face, but not your body.
Reply:y don't u try to bleach ur skin?
Reply:Don't Be like Michael Jackson and Bleach your skin, but I would say for you to stay inside a cold place with no sun the whole summer. That's what I do because every year i get darker, and in my opinion lighter is better.

%26lt;No Offense to anyone%26gt;
Reply:whitening takes time. the right products and steps.

a series of whitening skincare products.

faical wash, toner, moisturiser. at least spf 30 pa+++

for spf 30 it protect u abt 5hrs under the sun.

pa is the factor that protect u frm darkening. go for tripple plus PA+++ sunblock. use whitening mask every night.
Reply:Lucky u! My never gets dark in the summer. Try those creams against the sun but those with high SPF [30, 35, 40...]

broadleaf

Stretch marks, and other skin questions...?

2009-11-20T04:06:00.002-08:00

what is a good cream for stretch marks that works, and can be found at like a publix or cvs pharmacy? and also, i have this banana boat tanning cream that you rub on and you become tan, is it abd for your skin? what about jergens? i have the new jergens natural glow daily moisturizer stuff that makes you tan, does it work good, and is it bad for your skin?

Stretch marks, and other skin questions...?
Pure cocoa butter.I have 2 kids %26amp; you would'nt find a stretch mark on me.Honestly.I practically used to bathe in the stuff during %26amp; after pregnancy. : )
Reply:Co Co Butter Cream for stretch marks
Reply:cocoa butter that cream tan stuff is ugly for the skin it looks fake tan
Reply:You can fade stretch marks considerably, but nothing gets rid of them. Make a poultice of cold-pressed castor oil and wear for an hour, or pour 1/2 cup into bath water and soak, once a day.
Reply:I've used sunless tanners in the past and I dont think they are bad for your skin at all. I mean, hey at least its alot healthier than actually going out and getting a real tan which can be really painful and harmful. Those natural glow lotions are great too! And the best thing is they are good for your skin and moisturizing and also giving you some great color. And it seems to me that anything with cocoa butter should help with stretch marks. I think jergens actually has a cream especially for them. Just go down to your closest walmart or store and search around, they've gotta have something! And I would have to say good job on the sunless tanning, I tried to get an actual tan and now I am dearly paying the consequences!
Reply:every body has an elastic stretch of the skin, people who dont get stretch marks ,has enough elastic stretch,and they use all these so called prevention creams , and claim it works great,they are just some of the lucky ones, that have the elastic stretch ,most of us dont have enough,and we get stretch marks,some worse than others,ther is nothing you can do to prevent them ,or nothing to remove them. sure!! if you could afford surgery ,but nothing as simple as a cream.A cream called ,RETINOL-RETIN-A this is to reduce scares ,usually by a dermatoligist,but it costs 100.00 for a small tube ,its effects are not worth it,it might help if you had very small marks ,it peels you skin off a layer at a time,its main use is for acne scares,and about you self tan lotion ,it shouldnt damage your skin,but if you use it right ,it will give you a pretty glow,but its hard to use without getting to much in one spot,its a good replacement for the tanning bed and the dangerous rays of the sun. You can get a beautifull tan by using a tanning lotion with a lower amount of sunscreen,,people think because a tanning lotion has sunscreen in it ,you cant get a tan, this is not true ,just pick a lotion with enough sunscreen to keep you from burning ,it keeps out the harmfull rays ,and you will get a pretty tan and never be sunburned,i dont use sun screen ,i dont burn ,i just get red%26amp;it turns brown the next day,i have used lotion with a medium sunscreen i got a deep rich tan with out all of those harmfull rays from the sun,you can also use it in the tanning bed,i hope this helps ,research if in dought good luck with you efforts to take the best care of your skin,
Reply:Here are some good references

http://www.dry-skin-care-guide.com/get-r...

La Mer face cream, is it worth buying? It will be winter soon and Im looking for a really face cream so?

2009-11-20T04:06:00.001-08:00

Can a skin type change?

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My skin has been oily all my life, but in the past month I think it has become drier, if nor dry. Everytime I apply cream it is immediately absorbed. That never happened, quite the contrary, I hated putting on cream because it would hardly go in.

I am 25. Isnt it a little too late for this changes?

My mom has very dry skin, my dad has oily skin.

Can a skin type change?
skin always changes but if your really concened about the changes happening to your skin consult your dermatologist.
Reply:I use to have very oily skin also and lately its been dry.I dont think it has to deal with age or anything.
Reply:I dont know wahat to tell. I am 15 and my face is always oily but I never experienced such changes.
Reply:things like this happen, and there is never too late for this..... may be it is happening due to change in weather or due to that cream.....

it's never too late......
Reply:Yeh- It could be hormonal (new contraception/pill?)

It could be new wash powder on your pillow?

Lots of wind/hot weather lately?

New cat/perfume/man?

Keep thinking, you will resolve it and in teh mean time, buy new skincare products...

Good Luck
Reply:Skin types constantly change. It depends on various factors--weather, cosmetics used, diet. Probably you have changed one of these factors causing you to have changed skin type.
Reply:Its probably got something to do with your diet have you changed it in the last six months ....................

Are you proud of your natural skin tone?

2009-11-20T04:05:00.003-08:00

Is there anyone out there who is not afraid to go out in the skin they were born with? I am very fair skinned, and I refuse to tan or use fake tanners. I wish others could be confident with themselves. It makes me frustrated when people burn there skin to a crisp or use bleaching creams. Is there anyone who feels this way, too?

Are you proud of your natural skin tone?
I'm very, very fair...and look cheesy with a fake tan, then when it fades I look cheesy and blotchy...so I quit.

I used to get teased about my skin when I was younger, and still do occasionally. Screw them. I'm not going to go outside and fry myself, or apply DHA every two days to please them.

When I go to the beach near my hometown, it's great. The sand is as white as my skin, but I go all out in a nice, rich-toned bikini. Sometimes I get comments or stares, but mostly I get smiles! I believe It really is all in how you carry yourself.

...And it's completely frustrating that most cannot accept their own skin tones, and seem to long after the same orangey Barbie look. Come on...everyone is beautiful in their own way, if only they would let themselves be!
Reply:Yeah.

Although I am lighter than the rest of my family. o.0
Reply:Yes, I am proud of my natural skin tone.

I'm lighter than everyone in my family and they always make fun of me for it but I don't really care.

:/
Reply:I am very very pale. I have black hair and blue eyes and I have skin the color of porcelain. People tease me because I am so pale, but I prefer it this way. I will never go to a fake bake or use sunless tanners because 2 people in my family have gotten skin cancer by tanning. It's not worth it, plus my husband loves my look as it is.
Reply:yep. i don't care if people fake tan, but i find it absurdly funny when the people end up orange, and think they look so great! lol!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:I'm proud of my natural skin tone! Why wouldn't you be?

Every skin tone is beautiful in it's own right.
Reply:Well I am black, and its nice I like it. I hate when I get darker though.

night jasmine

Skin help!!!?

2009-11-20T04:05:00.002-08:00

i have really bad skin and im 14. well i already went to a doctor they gave me some cream but it doesnt help that much it only getts rid of a little pimples. and i have dry oliy skin and i have red scars how do i get rid of the scars? and how can i get glowy skin?

Skin help!!!?
Eat lots of fruits, vegetables and juices- your skin will start glowing.

For acne, you have to attack acne where it starts, with your diet. For me, diet was the cause and solution. Topical medications fight the symptoms. Start by eliminating trans fats and eating more fruits and vegetables. Once you start cleaning up the inside of your body, by eating properly, the outside of your body (your skin) will be get cleaned up too. I started a website to document my problem and solution.

http://www.fredstown.com/acne.html

You might find it helpful to read my story. Just remember to eat an all natural/organic diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. Stay away from processed foods. Use mild, all natural cleansers and don't pick at your face. Get lots of sleep and enough water for your body weight. Remember, clean body = clean skin. While you're waiting for your skin to clear, remind yourself that acne is a challenge that you will overcome soon. Once you're rid of it, tell all your friends how you did it. That's what I'm doing. God Bless.
Reply:You cant get rid of scars this is way you should never ever pick. Wash your face a couple times of day, avoid chocolate, sweets etc, tie your hair back away from your face. Try a good face peel they have some at walmart.
Reply:try proactive its the best its 99.999% guaranteed to work
Reply:I had the same problem growing up, but I got rid of it by my junior year of High School by doing a list of things:

1. Wash your face twice a day, don't over wash it because it will dry you out more.

2. Try not to pop your pimples, but do get rid of the nasty ones

3. Avoid Chips, Chocolate, oily food as much as possible

4. Don't touch your face during school...just leave it alone.

5. Try not to worry about it too much...stress creates more zits!
Reply:Sounds like pretty normal teenage skin, although it could be acne

Try and make an appointment to see a dermatologist if you can, it might be pricey and the products will be too, but its so worth it.

These people are skin experts, they'll dianose exactly what the problem is (which is probably your hormones at your age) and they will recommend a skin care regime at home.

Other things you can do to help is not touching your face unless you have washed your hands, you transfer all the dirt off your hands onto your face otherwise, also make sure you use a good quality cleanser, preferably one with tea tree or green tea and wash your pillowcase regualrly, all the oils and dirt from your face gets transfered onto your pillow, and you wouldnt want to sleep on that would you?!

Good luck!
Reply:honestly there is not cure, i had the slightest case of acne and i wanted to go to a dermatologist and i did and nothin worked, its all bull, umm you will grow out of it i never get a zit anymore lol i lied only one or two very small ones when im getong my period and they are gone within two days without picking at them, the scars will fade over time, just wahs your face twice daily once at night once in the mornign with a gentle cleanser stay away from benzoyle peroxide its makes your skin more oily, use witch hazel instead stay away from comcealers and foundations they will clog your pores and cause more pimples, just let yourself grow out of it naturally, i know its hard i cried many times over the same situtaion, and now i dont have any, just dont let it get to you, i know it difficult, anddont over do it dont pick dont use extra strength formulas they dont work been there done that, they irritate teh pimples.

well good luck
Reply:I agree with the person who said Proactiv, that stuff really does work - now go beg your parents http://www.proactiv.com/

They have stuff for scars too but I have never tried it, and don't forget to exfoliate
Reply:Try not touching your face with your hands. This will help cut back alot of dirt and oils to your face. Keep up with hand washing, this way if you do touch your face your hands won't have as much to pass on.

Drink alot of water. Water is great for cleaning body of impurites.

Products that are good vary from each individual. Before purchasing full-size try samples or travel-size. This way you don't get stuck with product unused.

Don't follow trends for products they all tend to run the same base. Pricey products don't work any better than ol' cheapo.
Reply:I would make a promise to yourself to wash your face twice a day. Before you wash your face tonight take a warm, wet clean wash cloth to your face - and (micro a few seconds) and apply.

repeat - wash your face with a pure and natural soap.

You need to apply toner (witch hazel) and let it dry and your acne medicine - (apply vitamin e to your acne from the pills only on the red scars)

Exfoliate twice a week - and an acne mask or a pure and natural mask - once a week - in time your face should turn around.

I suggest Arbonne clear advantage and also the Intelligence line to people 14-29 they make really pure, natural skin care and the acne line is very beneficial (my son uses it)

and our local pediatrician endorses it.

It's not cheap (not any more then pro activ) -

Good luck, drink water, eat well rounded meals and don't pick your acne. If it's full of puss draw the puss out with the wet, very warm wash cloth -

:O)
Reply:there is no way to get rid of scars but for better skin use face masks like mud masks or avacado cream with the white of an egg NOT YELLOW mix until creamy

apply to your skin until hard

wipe away with cucumber [to help skin look more oily]
Reply:TOP 5 TIPS FOR OILY SKIN:

~cleanse only twice a day. More often will trigger that panic response.

~If shine still slips through, blotting paper is great for mopping up excess oil.

~make sure all your products are oil-free.

~cut down on fast-foo. No, grease doesn't cause grease, but studies show iodine in fast food can contribute blemishes on oily skin.

~If you get painful red pimples, a little lavender oil dabbed on the skin will help reduce inflammation in minutes. In emergencies, white heads can be dried with toothpaste. That will proboly help with your picking problem.

MAKE YOUR FACE MASK:

Strawberries have a great astringent properties and will help cleanse oily skin without irratation. For an easy face mask, blend together the following ingrediants:

1/2 tsp lemon juice

1 egg white

1 tsp honey

1/2 cup of strawberries

Leave the mask on cleansed skin for 10 min. and rinse off.

TOP 5 TIPS FOR DRY SKIN:

~ cleanse your skin only once, at the end of the day. This will remove dirt and grime but will prevent further drying. In the morning, a splash of water and some moisturizer is all you will need.

~Exfoliation is essential for dry skin. When choosing your facial scrub, avoid any made from seeds or salt. These can have sharp edges which may tear dry skin, increasing moistur loss.

~ never expose your skin to really hot water. It dries out parched skin.

~ Never dry skin completly. One of the best ways to hydrate skin is just to pat it with a towel after washing, then apply moisturizer to seal in that extra moisturizer.

~ increase your intake of oily fish or take a supplement of essential fatty acids. One of the main telltale signs of deficiancy of these essential nutrients is dry flaking skin.

MAKE YOUR FACE MASK:

Honey and avacadoes are particulary rich in moisturizing properties. For the perfect skin food. Mash together the following ingrediants:

1/2 avacado

1/4 cup honey

All the ingrediants and items can be found in Target and/or Bath %26amp; Body Works.

P.S~ for more beauty tips check out this web site:

http://www.free-beauty-tips.com/
Reply:Go to this websites it has the best Products for acne Treatment %26gt; www.acneissue.com Good Luck!

Body shop cream?

2009-11-20T04:05:00.001-08:00

i bought vitamin E body cream from the body shop and the woman said it was suitable for all skin types.i have really sensitive skin but normally its ok with vitamin E.however i put it on and the next day my face was completely swollen.has this happened to anyone else or is it just me?

Body shop cream?
You're alergic.

Wash your face with soap-free soap if you know what I mean.

"Pears" Is a good soap-free brand. Wash your face with that.

Hope this helps hun.

R.W
Reply:sort of, I used some on my face and it made my eyelids sore and very dry and I too have very sensitive skin, I find the body butter or Hemp works best
Reply:You're allergic..chuck it in the bin babe!
Reply:Probably cos it has loads of other chemicals in that your skin had a reaction to. Everyone thinks body shop is natural and nice. But its got the same ingredients as all the others, because it was sold to a commercial company! Sensitive skins stay away! :|

Try a lotion/cream that has hardly any ingredients in. Less to be allergic to :) Or you could try aqueous cream or emollient cream and add you own ingredients and scents e.g. vitamin e

frangipni

Can neurons pick up substances delivered through the skin via percutaneous absorption?

2009-11-20T04:05:00.000-08:00

i'm wondering if the contents in topical creams that we apply on our skin can be picked up by neurons then sent to the brain?

Can neurons pick up substances delivered through the skin via percutaneous absorption?
Not really because nerve impulses are due to ions moving across cell membranes not chemicals traveling up nerves.

Some drugs can be absorbed through skin and block these nerve impulses. An example of this would be local anesthetic creams containing lignocaine. Lignocaine blocks the movement of sodium ions across the nerve membranes and blocks the nerve signal.

Any drugs that reach the brain from absorption through the skin would have to get there in the blood stream.

Cream??????

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Hey guys. I need some help finding a certain cream for my eyelids. I know this might sound weird. But I have very sensitive skin and i need to find something with no fragrance that will reduce the flakes from my upper eyelids and roof of my eyes (take away dry skin).

If you guys could tell me the brand/name and where to find it that'd be great. THANK YOU!!!!

Love,

Mary

Cream??????
Use Cetaphil cleanser daily and cetaphil cream for regular moisturizing. Vaseline or Eucerine at bedtime. You can find cetaphil and eucerine in most stores. They are a little more expensive but you don't need much so they last a long time. I won't go a day without either of these. They don't contain any perfumes and have been recommended by every dermatologist I have ever had. Aquafor is also really good I use it on my children.
Reply:First, make sure to cleanse your face good with some mild soap(ivory) and water, but use a washcloth so you can wipe your eyelids good. Next, use baby lotion. That is hypo-allergenic and you can find the one labeled "fragrance-free). I hope this works for you.

What is a face/skin illuminator? How do u use it?

2009-11-20T04:04:00.002-08:00

Is it like a foundation? A cream? I have heard that it gives a glow to the skin when added with make up.What brand sells it and do u get this in india?

What is a face/skin illuminator? How do u use it?
it's powder as far as i'm aware...yes...it gives you like a summer glow and a refreshed look. it brightens up your skin during the drap winter months. i've seen info-mercials....on the HSN. =)
Reply:Skin illuminators come in powder, cream, mouse, etc. L'Oreal, Revlon, Neutrogena, and all those brands make them, it's like make up with tiny particles that reflect light.
Reply:the previous person gave you a great answer that illuminators come in different forms from many different brands. it's my favorite type of make up because it makes you look youthful, dewy, glowing and not shiny or dull (with matte make up). I'm always on the hunt for a great illuminator =) good luck!
Reply:I use Magic Potion from Prescriptives. I use it under my foundation. It brightens the face and gives a hint of a glow.

bleeding heart

My skin is going crazy!?

2009-11-20T04:04:00.001-08:00

My facial skin is going crazy!

I began having lots of acne-like, or pimple like "irritations" all over my face.

They are pretty intense on my forehead and sides of the cheeks.

They are not exactly pimples, because I am 26 years old. They are rather irritations or the fats re-surfacing from my chronic constipation problem.

I have visited two different dermotologists and they all said, "... there is nothing I can do.. just apply this cream where ever goes out of controll..."

So screw the doctors. Now, it is time to turn to the natural methods.

Do you recommend any natural ways to fight the surface of the pimple-likes? Any diets? Any natural creams or "washing face with milk"?

The worst fear I have is those irritations being left on my facial skin permanently as they become scars. How do I prevent forming scars?

Can you give me any tips on getting my facial skin back to the soft, acne-free, handsome state?

Any tips/advices will be appreciated.

My skin is going crazy!?
Hi

I tried some of these home based remedies and they did work for me ,this link has a lot of information and forums to discuss issues pertaining to skin,hair and weight problems so here goes,

http://www.wellnesstalk.org/3_25_0.html....

Good luck
Reply:So, it used to clear and clean and all of a sudden it isn't?

Sounds like you may have gotten into something you're allergic to.

Changed soaps lately? Body soap, laundry soap, shampoo, cream rinse? Anything like that?

Are you on any meds for the chronic constipation that you could be allergic to?

Have you changed shower curtains? Maybe you need to since bacteria can build up on them if they aren't scrubbed once in a while, or maybe you're allergic to the new one?

And a dermatologist couldn't help? That's really weird.

Make an appointment with your regular doc and see if he can help.

Do the 'bumps' come to heads like a pimple? If they do, you may have adult acne and there's plenty of OTC for that. Any Mart would carry them.

Maybe talk to a pharmacist and see what he says.
Reply:well i have practiced doing facials. Do to a solon and try to get a facial that's for acne. Do that one a week, and if that doesn't work then try proactive!
Reply:Start washing your face three times a day, do not touch your face with your hands, and keep your hair out of your face and forehead. The key is to keep from spreading oil around on your face. Try Nutrogena products, or better yet, try Proacive, it has worked for a few of my friends.
Reply:I would go to a health food store and ask there. Or try Pro- active (worked for me)

What are you eating? do you have a balanced diet?

Do you drink plenty of water?

I suggest starting from the inside out. And use a very gentle cleanser.
Reply:Watch what you eat and do not pop them do not touch your face at all. Use rubbing alchol and no harsh soaps. I would recommend a regular bar soap.
Reply:Try this..I swear by it. Put a few uncoated aspirin in the palm of your hand. Disolve them with a few drops of water. Apply the paste (it will be slightly gritty) to your face and let sit for a few minutes until dry and turns to powder. Brush off the powder and rinse your face.

I also made an astringent by putting a few aspirin in a small bottle with some distilled water and apply with a cotton ball.

A few days of this and your face will return to normal.
Reply:I struggled with acne for years and I finally found the solution that works for me. We have been fooled, tricked, deceived, and just plain lied to. It's time that someone put a stop to it, and everyone learn the truth!

Those of us who suffer from acne have usually been given 2 choices and neither of them work:

1. Over the counter remedies such as cleansers, creams, ointments, etc. These things have been proven over and over again not to work. Why? It does not address the root cause of the problem.

2. Go see a doctor and or dermatologist. They will generally prescribe prescription drugs which include topicals and or antibiotics. This, too, has been proven over and over again not to work. Why? It does not address the root cause of the problem.

I found a step-by-step program that cured my acne and it has never come back. It is amazing and doesn’t use any drugs or doctors. The truth is that acne can be cured…if we know the secret the doctors and drug companies don’t want us to know.

There is a great website: http://cure-my-acne.info/3daycure/... that has all the details. I really suggest you check it out and see if it works as well for you as it did for me.
Reply:I feel really bad for you.. the thing that is working for me is jojoba oil yes a oil honest it is awesome look it up on ask.com tons of resources "jojoba oil and acne" ! and i've heard dairy products have alot to do with acne try it take them out or really slow down on them i'm gonna do it to to see if it helps!! look that up to hope it helps!!!

I am an indian and I have dark-brownish skin know how to make it lighter?

2009-11-20T04:04:00.000-08:00

I wanna make my skin lighter by 1-2 shades. Trust me it isn't a lot just to a moderate extent. Do you know any house-hold products (remedies) like lemon juice, olives, or tomato juice that will make my skin lighter to a moderate extent or creams. Please when answering list the product the amount of time it takes to work and how often I have to put it on if u don't then I can't pick you as the best answer. Also please don't mention Call Micheal Jackson because I am asking only aksing for a little bit color change to like medium-brownish not like yellow or white. I repeat I don't want yellow or white skin just medium-brownish. Also you might be wondering why I wan't a better skin color. In india it is considered that if you have a dark skin color you are poor because you spend most of your time working outdoors and also everyone makes fun of me even my friends So please answer right

I am an indian and I have dark-brownish skin know how to make it lighter?
dont do anything to change your skin color. do you know how many people wish they had darker skin. look how many people go to the tanning bed. whoever is making fun of you are just jealous of your pretty skin color. i have indian in me and always get compliments on my skin and how pretty it is. so stay like you are.
Reply:Use Ambi soap or cocoa butter soap twice per day.
Reply:can't help and your probably going to hate more for saying this but be happy to be the color you are. i wish everyday my skin could be very dark but i know it will never happen with my porcelain skin
Reply:Be proud of who you are

I am an indian and I have dark-brownish skin know how to make it lighter?

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Is there anything to help severe allergic reaction to hair removal cream?

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I have really sensitive skin and for some reason stupidly used Sally Hansen's Hair Removal cream. I'm having a severe allergic reaction, it itches and hurts and my (white) skin is now almost purple. I've taken some Prednisone that i got last time i had a really bad reaction to poison ivy since this is so similar, but it's old and not doing any good. i also tried aloe but it's not any better. i cant go to the doctor because i dont have insurance.

Does anyone have a suggestion? Antihistamines? Even something natural like putting some kind of food on the skin??

Is there anything to help severe allergic reaction to hair removal cream?
OK some people have suggested that you put lotions and Vaseline on your legs. Please take my advice and don't the reason why is because Vaseline and lotions are like putting a thermal blanket over your skin particularly Vaseline it does not allow your skin to breath which is what your skin needs. You more then likely have a chemical burn from the product. When people think of burns they generally think of blisters and contacting a source of heat which is not always the case. You need to take a shower to make sure that you get all of the product off of your legs and allow nature to take its course. If they don't get better in a few days or get worse I hate to say it but you might have to visit the doctor.
Reply:basically all you can do it ride it out. stay away from lotion, but use vaseline to hydrate the skin. if it gets worse, then go to the doc. my legs did that too and i just slapped a whole bunch of vaseline on over night and in the morning they weren't nearly as bad.
Reply:Go to WebMD now and look it up.

I would recommend flushing your skin with a LOT of water.

Get in the bathroom now and start.

Good luck.
Reply:Try washing it good with mild soaps and then rinse with warm and run over with cold water

cold water should really help ya.

Rub some olive oil or any type of oil on skin
Reply:Benedryl! They have the tablets and the lotion. That's the only thing that helps my bad allergic reations.
Reply:I have heard about someone who had an allergic reaction to Nair and they called the hotline and they told them to use a cold compress or a frozen bag of veggies on it until the swelling goes down. I don't really know what else you could besides call their hotline and see what they suggest. ?
Reply:1.yes use anti histamines

2.try to use ice packs it helps to decrease the allergic reaction

3.try to use lotions

How do i make my skin color like hers[pic]?

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i feel like my skin's too dark. its not that i'm black or anything,but i feel like i have lots of sun exposure %26amp; i want my skin color like hers. is there any creams or anything i can use to help me?

NO i do not want to look like michael jackson.

i would bleach my skin or find him myself

if i wanted to. lol

SERiOUS ANSWERS PLEASE!

thank you.

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How do i make my skin color like hers[pic]?
Why? You're gorgeous.

If you must - just spend less time in the sun and wear a good sunscreen when you do go out.
Reply:If that's u ur really pretty but post a pic of u so I can see how bad ur skin color is!!

If it's because u tan to much or go under neath the sun stop doing it cause all it does is it make ur skin darker!!

Hope I helped and good luck!!
Reply:hey thats me lol no thats not me but i look alot like her at 11 years old just go outside and tan in the summers
Reply:naturally dark skin color is beautiful. if you don't want to get darker though, just make sure you are always wearing some kind of spf sunscreen when you go outside so you don't tan much more.
Reply:ew shes ugly.
Reply:i like your skin colour

Skin problem..?

2009-11-20T04:02:00.003-08:00

well im just 15 , and i have such a sensitive skin , i want to clean it and have a pretty face for my uncles wedding ,but when i wear a cream its too difficult cuz just make my face red , or itchy , there are a few creams that helps me but is one in a million , so if anyone now about some creams that could help me , to clean my face or get rid of pimples , or make it more "fresh" ,, i would really appreciate it ...so please help me , and tell me some creams or home methods xD

well thats it....thank you =)

Skin problem..?
I read a very interesting article in Women's Health magazine. Here are some suggestions right from the magazine that you could try. This is for those with sensitive skin

Face Cleanser-Eucerine Gentle Hydrating Cleanser

Body Cleanser- Adidas for women Soothing Body Wash

Day Moisturizer- Neutrogena Healthy Defense SPF 45

Night Moisturizer- CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

Body Lotion- Palmer's Organic Body Balm

Moisturizing Mist-Evian Mineral Water Spray

You might be interested in picking up the magazine. It is the May 2007 issue of Women's Health. Good Luck!!!
Reply:Try Mary Kay products. It works.
Reply:My favorite pimple-fighting product is Neutrogena's Oil-Free Acne Wash. I love it...makes my face squeaky clean!
Reply:there is actually no need to use creams if you change your diet! cut out milk products and you wont get sports at all! I know thats hard so otherwise you can try clean and clear acne spot cream (I dont have acne but use it anyway and its great!) for moisturiser use aqueous cream (ask for it at the pharmacy - its behind the counter) its just a cream with hardly and stuff in it so wont hurt your skin and its a great moisturiser - you can even use it to shave legs etc with
Reply:Try using Cetaphil products such as gentle skin cleanser or daily facial cleanser it's fragrance free and non comedogenic. You might want to try their moisturizer as well with spf 15.

grappling

What cream should i use for insect crawls or bites?

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While i was sleeping, some creepy crawler walked over my skin i guess, for i can see marks like drawing with thick pencil. Affected areas on skin reddened, swollen, itch as such n burn when touched. Can someone suggest some sorta cream that can work on this?

What cream should i use for insect crawls or bites?
either try Hydrocortisone or Benadryl Cream. It will help with the itching and swelling.
Reply:do not scratch those itchy areas, just apply some soothing antiseptic immediately. savlon might work. all the best!
Reply:Benadyl cream is what i use, and it works very good
Reply:Insect repellent works for me. Takes the sting and itch out.

Dry skin...?

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I have very dry skin on my face and have heard that Benefit's "Dear John" cream is great. But before I shell out for it I need to know, has anyone here tried it and is it any good?

Dry skin...?
i find anything from the nivea range is good and is reasonable price also hope this helps
Reply:I didnt like the benefit's cream but I found that Cliniques super defense worked really well
Reply:drink 8to10cups of water that helps dry skin, i heard it dose work or try uremol hand cream that works as well.
Reply:e45 is the best skin cream for dry skin it will be gone by the next day
Reply:I've had great results from Aveeno. Never used Benefit's cream.
Reply:I didnt like the benefits cream, I use a cream with olive oil now and it works great.
Reply:Mineral Oil!

Or, Lubriderm
Reply:read tips on skincare and more on home remedies to help you better on this site

Where can i find a good face cream!?

2009-11-20T04:02:00.000-08:00

Now that its winter my face drys out alot

And ive tried different face creams to try to keep it from peeling and crusting with dry skin

But all they do is make my face look VERY VERY oily

Does anyone know of any companys that make good face cream and not make you're face overlly oilly

* ORGANIC CREAM PREFERABLLY

BUT OTHERS ARE FINE TOO!

Where can i find a good face cream!?
A new moisturizing mask i came up with myself is

1/4 C oatmeal cook with 1/3 c water

i slice cucumber

1 tb honey

1 tb plain yogurt

1 tb coconut oil ( this stuff is the best i just started using it i put it everywhere it smells good and its great for your skin!!

Blend together in blender store in fridge apply to face for 20 min rinse with warm water i use it daily and i dont even need mouisturizers anymore

I also apply coconut oil alone works great and is especially beneficial to protect skin agains natures elements, sun wind cold etc...

For more info on coconut oil go herehttp://www.coconut-connections.com/skin_...

I love st ives apricot scrub its a great exfoliator that will definetly get rid of dry flaky skin $3 at wal mart (i have oily dry acne prone skin and this work perfectly)
Reply:Philosophy makes really great creams that help heals the skin. Their hope in a jar is cream but not heavy at all, it hydrates the driest of skin without it being greasy. Another good lotion is Clinique dramatically different lotion. Its a lotion but hydrates really well, Also add in a hydrating mask to help the skin breathe and a exfoliant a couple times a week.

yoga

Can u tell whether your face (skin) is oily or not?

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i was just wondering because i notice that alot of the times my face seems like its kinda greasy and oily and kinda shiny b4 i like put my acne cream stuff on then it gets drier inwhich it looks alot better! if this is true would a astrigent like sea breaze be a good method for drieng my face and clearing my acne if i consistently use it? also ive heard alot of people say that sea breeze makes your skin redundantly dry..if this is true should i use like a cream over it? if so what kind

Can u tell whether your face (skin) is oily or not?
If in the description of your skin you used the terms oily and greasy... its a safe assumption that yes... you have oily skin!! If you have questions about mixing anytype of medication... including acme creams and astringents, best bet is to talk to a dermatologist. Sometimes combining medications can make issues worse instead of better.

ivy

Where can i find a good face cream!?

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Should I put more cream?

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I've been in the sun and my skin is slightly burnt and stinging. I've already covered it with some cream to hydrate it. But it was more than 2 hours ago and now my skin seems to be dry, although I touch it and it is not. What should I do?

Should I put more cream?
If you got burned then you want to keep putting cream every few hours at least until you heal. I got burned a few days ago and have been putting aloe veral lotion on, and it's helped a lot.
Reply:Use an aloe gel. It will hydrate your skin and stop the stinging.
Reply:if it FEELS dry, then i don't see why there would be a problem if you put some more on.
Reply:Try Petroleum jelly. This could help moisturize. If that is sunburned, then you have to wait for it to heal naturally (besides it is just two hours ago). Don't be bothered too much. Skin heals easily. Hope this helps. ;)

Anyone know the side effects of fucidin h cream?

2009-11-20T04:01:00.000-08:00

i was given it for a bad skin and blood infection on my arm... heard it's steroid cream, so slightly worried, can it do me any harm?

Anyone know the side effects of fucidin h cream?
Yes, fucidin h contains hydrocortisone and fusidic acid. The hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid....not a powerful one. But, since it is a corticosteriod, a little goes a long way so always apply it sparingly and thinly.

Side effects include:

rash

skin irritation

folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicles)

increased hair growth at usage site

contact dermatitis

change in pigmentation at usage site

Please note that not everyone gets side effects! It should not cause you any harm as long as you use it as directed and only for the issue for which it was prescribed for (usually a skin disorder complicated with a bacterial infection). Don't take it upon yourself to use it for every skin issue (acne, rashes, itching, etc) that you develop. It is not right for every skin problem.

OWCHH! facial hair removing cream!?

2009-11-20T04:00:00.003-08:00

ok i used some on my upper lip and between my eyebrows and i think i left it for too long parts of my skin are red and skin is peeling off! it ABSOLUTELY KILLS especially when i try and put cream on it. it hasnt even got rid of the hair. lol.

help please!?

OWCHH! facial hair removing cream!?
I had exactly the same experience when I was a teenager, so I know how you feel! Being half italian and quite dark skinned with dark hair, I had lots of wispy hair on my upper lip which made me really self conscious, so I tried to remove it with some facial hair cream. As soon as I put it on, it felt 'tingly' but as i didnt know better, I just thought that was how it was, and left it. I had to take a week off school as my face was so raw and gross!

Use calamine lotion for a few days to soothe your skin, dont even think of appying any astringents or medicated facial cleaners as it will sting and make it redder! Also, lots of vaseline/petroleum jelly will speed up the healing and make it feel less painful.

In future, if you decide to use cream again, make sure your skin is cool and dry, as any extra heat could make your skin very sensitive, and if you even feel the smallest tingle, gently remove the cream and rinse with cold water straight away!

Dont ever rub or scrape the cream off your face as the skin is very delicate, I used to use a soft wash cloth.veeerrry gently!

I did this every week for years until I realised that using tweezers to pluck the few hairs I had was safer, less messy, and less likely to leave my face red raw afterwards!
Reply:Nothing to do except wait a while. It will stop hurting soon - try cool water with bicarb of soda in it to take some of the sting away.

Oh - and don't use hair removing cream again!
Reply:I'd definitely not use that product again, anywhere on my body. Use a mild soap and temped water to cleanse the product off entirely. You might try an aloe vera gel or some triple antibiotic cream to help it heal without an infection. If not clear up soon or get worse. Don't hesitate, see DR,
Reply:gonna have to tough it out...the skin has been damaged and it has a right to hurt. Take a couple of tissues and get them wet in cold water...lightly press this against the sore spots..it will take some of the sting out of it..carefully do this every few minutes..avoid creams..they can cause infection. The whole mess should start to repair itself by tomorrow...we live and learn don't we...all of us! ♥
Reply:*ADVICE* once it stops hurting make sure you moisturize your upper lip several times daily, preferably something with an SPF 15+ in it otherwise your upper lip will darken and it will look like you have a dark moustache even if you don't. This happened to me, I used the cream to remove some light un-noticable hair from my upper lip and I didn't moisturize and I ended up with a dark upper lip for months that was hard to camouflage with makeup!! Since you say yours hurts so bad your upper lip may feel like it has a scab on it tomorrow, it may not look like it but if you rub your finger across it it will feel rough..it's a burn from the chemicals so make sure you moisturize!! (between your eybrows should be fine tho)
Reply:You must have a reaction to it, you should have done a skin test on your arm or something before hand and left it for 48 hours..

Well now it's too late so I'd say put some Vaseline on it and if it doesn't get better by Monday go to the doc's x

fuchsia

Is Pond's Cold Cream safe to use every day (moisturizer, face)?

2009-11-20T04:00:00.002-08:00

i have very, very dry facial skin and i'm trying to get it back to normal but Cold Cream and Petroleum Jelly are the only two products that work well for me so i'm curious if these 'emollients' are good to use every day for dry skin. any feedback would be very, very helpful. thank you.

Is Pond's Cold Cream safe to use every day (moisturizer, face)?
Girlfriend, you've gotten a lot of misleading advice on here...

You should know that cold creams are not moisturizers and are used to remove makeup, but, they don't thoroughly remove all the impurities and environmental aggressors at that. The best thing for removing makeup is to thoroughly cleanse your face followed by a toner, every morning and every night before bed. And last by not least apply a moisturizer (this protects your face from more dirt and oil). What is your current skin regime?

I personally used to use Ponds every night before bed and it's not the best, not even for it's purpose. I now know better. I use and love BeautiControl's M.R.P (maintenice, repair and protection) approch to skin care. My skin is super soft! BeautiControl's skin care is simply the best, just ask me why! And by the way BeautiControl has been around since 1981...

I recommend (from what I know about you so far) for your specific issues: Cell Block-C® P.M. Cell Protection (It's like a cold cream but, so much more) http://www.beautipage.com/Catalog/skin_d... %26amp; a really good moisturizer, like Skinlogics® Moisturizer (for those whose skin is acting in it's 20's). http://www.beautipage.com/Catalog/daily_...

BeautiControl has skin care for everyone's idividual skin needs. If you have acne-prone skin there's a skin care set for that and if you have very sensitive skin (your skin gets easily reddish) there is skin care set for sensitive skin too. To get even the best results out of your skin regimen, I highly recommend selecting the best BeautiControl skin care regimen set for your skin needs. E-mail me and I will help you!
Reply:ponds is a great cream and has been for alot of years. read more on skincare that will help you more on this site
Reply:I used to use it everyday... nothing bad came of it.
Reply:According to the instruction on the jar it is.
Reply:They're fine to use every day, so long as your skin is not sensitive to them. Personally, they make me break out. Best moisturizer I have ever found was LacHydrin (prescription).
Reply:It should be alright. Also do not use soap, use something like Cetaphil to retain moisture.
Reply:should be alright.

try clinique moiuster surge extra: thirsty skin relief. it works SO well. it'll keep your skin hydrated forever, is oil-free so it won't clog pores and isn't too heavy or thick.

it's not too expensive, it comes either a jar or bottle with a spray-head. the jar is meant for applying before make up and is $31 and lasts forever, while the bottle is meant for quick touch-ups when you're feeling too dry, and the bottle is $20. i would really suggest getting the jar, i take mine EVERYWHERE!

next time you're at the mall, stop at the clinique stand and tell them a friend reccommended you try it, and you want to try it for a few days before you buy it. they'll give you a sample to take home.

hope you like it!
Reply:ponds cream is good. but try dove soap daily its good
Reply:That is so old skool but my mother swears by it. I'd kill to have skin like hers. Ponds doesn't work for me but I guess you can give it a try.
Reply:My mother used it all her life(she is 80) and hardly has a wrinkle. I am 58 and have used since I was 14 or 15 and I have young looking skin. I think it is good to use. The best thing for removing makeup
Reply:That stuff would clog my pores. But I have very oily skin. I'm sure its safe for you since your skin is so dry.
Reply:I've used petroleum jelly before since i have such dry skin especially in the winter time and it works wonders, it's just hella icky and my face feels really heavy; so i stopped using it...Burt's Bees products have great face stuff too and have enjoyed using them
Reply:Forget petroleum jelly...that is made from some of the same chemicals as gasoline...petroleum!! Cold cream is made to remove makeup and other facial debris.

Go natural with Extra light virgin olive oil. Soothe it over your skin and rinse off excess. You can also use this as a bath/body oil.

Also not drinking enough fluids can make your skin dry.
Reply:Ponds cold cream is good...... avoid Petoleum Jelly..... y dont u try dove soap...... nivea moisturizing cream......
Reply:yes it is i would keep using it
Reply:it doesn't have any prescription?
Reply:u can use to some extent.Don't be adict
Reply:well when i had gotten back from spain durning winter my skin got so dry so wat my mom told me is to put butter on for 30 minutes and wash it in the shower.........
Reply:YEP! also try Oil of Olay
Reply:Im not sure about the Ponds, but try olive oil. The more natural the better. Dont use it in the day time, rub it into your face at night before u sleep ur skin should be soft and supple in no time at all.It also helps to prevent germs and bacteria. Its wonderful stuff, also if u wax, rub it in afterwards, it stops those little pimples or red spots from appearing the next day.
Reply:try this product and you will never use anything else again

http://www.relaxdepot.com/product/Shisei...
Reply:Yes it is, get the night time one, it works while you're sleeping. It feels oilier than the day time. Ponds has been around for years.

Moisturizing cream?

2009-11-20T04:00:00.001-08:00

Hi! i think i have natural skin condition on my face, not too dry yet not too oily, however i found this moisturizing cream from nivea and it says it contains jojoba oil. Will this component might make my skin look oily since it contains oil? or what does jojoba oil do to your skin? Your response is highly appreciated..Thank you!

Moisturizing cream?
if you have natural skin condition, nivea will be a little too oily for you. my face is a little dry and i used nivea once on my face and it made me break out. so i advice you to use ponds moisturizing cream, it works really well. :)
Reply:i don't know what that it is but my skin is like that and i use ponds dry skin cream and it works great, just a suggestion if the stuff you have doesn't end up working out.
Reply:jojoba oil:

Moisturizes dry or flaky skin Clears and minimizes pores while clearing skin of blemishes

Helps to prevent wrinkles and lines

Keeps skin soft, smooth and supple
Reply:Many beauty products on the market have harmful chemicals in them; do your favorite beauty products contain any of these things?:

* Mineral Oil, Paraffin, and Petrolatum – Petroleum products that coat the skin like plastic, clogging pores and creating a build-up of toxins, which in turn accumulate and can lead to dermatologic issues. Slows cellular development, which can cause you to show earlier signs of aging. Suspected cause of cancer. Disruptive of hormonal activity. By the way, when there’s an oil spill in the ocean, don’t they rush to clean it up – fast? Why put that stuff on your skin?

* Parabens – Widely used as preservatives in the cosmetic industry (including moisturizers). An estimated 13,200 cosmetic and skin care products contain parabens. Studies implicate their connection with cancer. They have hormone-disrupting qualities – mimicking estrogen – and interfere with the body’s endocrine system.

* Phenol carbolic acid– Found in many lotions and skin creams. Can cause circulatory collapse, paralysis, convulsions, coma and even death from respiratory failure.

* Propylene glycol – Used as a moisturizer in cosmetics and as a carrier in fragrance oils. Shown to cause dermatitis, kidney or liver abnormalities, and may inhibit skin cell growth or cause skin irritation.

* Acrylamide– Found in many hand and face creams. Linked to mammary tumors in lab research.

* Sodium laurel or lauryl sulfate (SLS), also known as sodium laureth sulfate (SLES)– Found in car washes, engine degreasers, garage floor cleaners… and in over 90% of personal care products! SLS breaks down the skin’s moisture barrier, easily penetrates the skin, and allows other chemicals to easily penetrate. Combined with other chemicals, SLS becomes a “nitrosamine”, a potent class of carcinogen. It can also cause hair loss. SLES is sometimes disguised with the labeling “comes from coconut” or “coconut-derived

* Toluene – Poison! Danger! Harmful or fatal if swallowed! Harmful if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Made from petroleum or coal tar, and found in most synthetic fragrances. Chronic exposure linked to anemia, lowered blood cell count, liver or kidney damage, and may affect a developing fetus. Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) contains toluene. Other names may include benzoic and benzyl.

* Dioxane– Found in compounds known as PEG, Polysorbates, Laureth, ethoxylated alcohols. Common in a wide range of personal care products. The compounds are usually contaminated with high concentrations of highly volatile 1,4-dioxane, easily absorbed through the skin.

Dioxane’s carcinogenicity was first reported in 1965 and later confirmed in studies including one from the National Cancer Institute in 1978. Nasal passages and liver are the most vulnerable. Dioxane is easily removed during the manufacturing process by “vacuum stripping”.

Warning: It is a synthetic derivative of coconut. Watch for hidden language on labels, such as “comes from coconut”.

IF SO, you should throw them away IMMEDIATELY and substitute virgin/extra virgin olive oil or a natural coconut oil to moisturize in the meantime until you find a better alternative!!! Tell ALL your friends and family!!!

Night facial cream?

2009-11-20T04:00:00.000-08:00

If a lady used night facial cream for 10 years and stopped using for a month, would her skin be affect for not using it or not? or should she stop using it for sometime?

Night facial cream?
It could be affected. If the cream still works for her skin, she should continue using it. Good Luck!

paper bush

Cream for my face?

2009-11-20T03:59:00.002-08:00

I use olay moisturising cream with SPF 15 for my face. I use that every morning and that's it. My face complexion is brown and I am 25 yrs old.I don't know what brand is best for my complexion. I have normal skin type- not too oily and not too dry.I want to change the brand I am using and want to start new cream that I can put once in the morning and once in night. Do you have some suggestions on what brand and type of cream is suitable for day and for night? I want my face to look clean,glowing and radiant.Is there any cream for summer or winter specifically? Please help me out. Thanks

Cream for my face?
It took me a while to find a good face cream, but this is what I did; I went to Macy's and asked every cosmetic carrier for samples and tried them each of them out. (I have combination skin) some where to oily, some over dried my skin and others I just didn't like.

I ended up going with clinic and I used them for a while (about 10 years) I recently switched to neutrogina moisturizer since I have been getting a couple of zits. They have a night time cream too.

Good luck
Reply:My friends and I use Hope in a Jar by Philosophy. (and we range in age from 27-41). We all have different types of skin. Mine is normal, with no breakouts, etc. and I love this stuff. The Philosophy counter will give you samples to try. The big jar is around $25, but you do not need a lot and it lasts a couple of months. I use a little under my make-up in the morning, and then some more at night after I wash my face.

The only thing is that it does not have SPF.
Reply:The best cream I have found is called SiloeVera and is a mixture of Aloe Vera and Silver. Many people do not know that Silver is a great and natural anti-bacterial agent. You can get some the web at the following link http://stores.notaquitter.com/StoreFront... or follow the web address below. I am sure when you see the results you will stay with the product a long time. Good Luck
Reply:I have tried a variety of skin care products untill finally I came across Aqueous Cream BP. It is a product which does not contain chemicals and works by locking in moisture in your skin to keep it hydrated. Since I have started to use it it's changed my skin completely, it now feels soft, but not greasy or over moisturized.

You can even cleanse your face with Aqueous Cream BP as well by using cotton wool, with circle movements cleanse your face with a bit of water like you would with any cleanser. Then rinse well.

After rinsing you can apply some Aqeous Cream BP to moisturize and lock the moisture into your skin.

Just make sure you choose the Lanolin free version.

At first when you start using it, it will feel like it does not moisturize your face, but once the natural balance of moisture gets restored, you will realize that this cream is best for your skin, because other cleansers tends to dry out your skin or disturbs the moisture balance of your skin.

I know all of this doesn't seem to make sense, it didn't make sense to me at first, but finally I find that it works wonders for my skin.

Help with extra dry skin...hormone related maybe?

2009-11-20T03:59:00.001-08:00

I've been blessed with a great complexion, what they call here in the south a "peaches and cream" complexion. I get an occasional pimple and that's it. My skin has never been oily or dry, just normal. All I've ever had to use is a light moisturizer. All of a sudden my skin is SO dry. My cheeks and chin, upper arms, back and legs are extremely dry. I've tried moisturizer for extra dry skin, tried putting it on as soon as I get out of the shower to seal the moisture in. It's been pretty dry here lately, but we have a humidifier to help with that. I drink plenty of water. I am 42 years old and technically in perimenopause. Could this be a hormonal issues. Does anyone have any ideas, tips, suggestions etc...?

Help with extra dry skin...hormone related maybe?
It sounds like the change is doing this to your skin.

Look for a lotion , cream or salt scrub (to exfoliate the dry dead skin) with almond or jojoba oil. Those oils are absorbed better and easier by your skin. If you can't find it in the store try Ebay.
Reply:i think you should see a dermatologist...this could be something that requires medication rather than moisturizing...i had a similar problem and they gave me pills and it went away
Reply:Have you tried Cetaphil, Great stuff, doctor recommended
Reply:well try this: put vaseline on the parts that are dry. leave it on for a few minutes and let it dry. then get in the shower and wash it off.
Reply:No. it is not rub bear urine on it. it will go away.
Reply:It might just have to do with getting older.

I don't know anyone whose skin feels as soft and smooth as it did when we were younger...

Also, I don't know how far south you are, but if you're anywhere that's getting somewhat cold temperatures right now, that can dry your skin out in no time.

But it wouldn't hurt (and probably wouldn't cost much) to talk to your doctor about it.

Then you can tell for sure whether or not extra-moisturizing lotion will do the trick, or if you do need some sort of medication.
Reply:Try gently exfoliating before youget in the shower or bath with a dry brush.

Use products that have oats and honey. Or calendula oils.

These help in moisterising the skin and help with dry chapped skin.

They sooth the area. Celendula oil is great for eczema and rough hands, oats relieves itchy skin and sooths irratations.

Best eye cream??

2009-11-20T03:59:00.000-08:00

Does anyone know what the best eye cream would be, i'm in my 20s and i want to prevent or kind of stop bags and fine lines, so i am looking for a cream that treats undereye circles and fine lines but that also prevents others.

I don't know if I should order Secret Principal or other skin care lines I see on Television or if I should just buy a eye cream from a store. I heard that Ives St. Laurent as a great eye cream. Any suggestions?

Best eye cream??
try estee lauder

they are great and make you skin feel like slik
Reply:I think a $10 haemeroid cream works just as good as a $60 well-known product
Reply:=) YAY... I've found the perfect product for you!

I'm in my teens and i use this however i think it describes what you want perfectly!

eyecon by benefit cosmetics

the eye cream with fading action

Finally, an eye cream that really fades dark circles and won't break the bank! Apply day and night or anytime you like... eyecon is engineered with 'fading action' so your eyes will appear instantly brighter while softening the appearance of fine lines.

More info: orange fruit extract helps to stimulate microcirculation of the skin and alleviates dark circles; apple fruit extracts softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

UK SITE:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/gp/pro...

US SITE:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/produ...

Another cream that i use that i think you would like is

de-puffing action eye gel by benefit cosmetics

de-puff and firm the delicate eye area

De-puffing action eye gel de-puffs the entire eye area and sends your bags packing! It's made with hydrolyzed soy flour to firm and lift plus red raspberry and chamomile to soothe and nourish... for younger, fresher and firmer looking eyes. Use this first thing in the morning when you wake up with a case of the puffies.

UK SITE:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/gp/pro...

US SITE:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/produ...

Both creams last ages and DO WORK! =)
Reply:Aesop eye cream

daphne

Skin question, horrible facial skin...?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.003-08:00

I have horrible skin - I am light skinned, black, and have blackheads, some pimples, acne marks, and fine facial hair. My nose has blackheads, too. I have tried Proactive (it irritated my skin) and AcneFree. I use Cetaphil now and apply witch hazel afterwards and then a cream with Benzoyl Peroxide in it. I admit my diet isn't what it should be, but that's due to my living conditions (no fridge). I do take vitamins though. I am also not able to get to a derm b/c I am on welfare's medical coverage and all of the derms around me don't take it. The ones that do have offices too far and I have no way to get back and forth. So I am asking for those that KNOW to give me a regimen. Water, I know, but what else???? Please help. I sing and wanted to go on American Idol when it comes to a city near me (Philly) but not like this....

Skin question, horrible facial skin...?
You really need to see a dermatologist if you want to get rid of your acne. Changing your diet won't really affect things, as acne is often caused by genetic or hormonal factors that you can't control. I had terrible acne for years before I went to a dermatologist and got a subscription for accutane after I saw how well it worked for my friend. It dried my skin out while I was on it and I had to wear chapstick all the time, but it worked! After the treatment you will never get acne again, it works wonders! My advice is to try your best to get enough money to afford a dermatologist, or get a job with medical, or buy some accutane illegally. I tried everything I could think of to get rid of my acne, and only accutane worked.

White scar on dark skin?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.002-08:00

*asked for 2nd time*

i think it's scar at least. i had a scab (on face) and it's decent sized size of a nickel) and it left pinkish skin underneath when the scab came off and i did use a bunch of creams and crap. but now it's basically white and even tho the dark skin surrounding the white skin has blended into each other, it still is very very visible and is still white even tho i have been using vitamin E. i need to know if there is any kind of cream to get rid of this/reduce the size/ get the color back cuz i am naturally tan and it is very noticeable. please i need some help guys, i am going to doctor soon but i want to know if any of u know what i can do?

White scar on dark skin?
The darker your skin is the worse your scars will always be.

White people can also have bad scarring too, my sister has it and there is a term for it. I forget what it is.

I don't know if you removed the scab, but they advise not to do this as it will make scars worse.

I would try mederma and ask your doctor if he could suggest anything.

Definately stay out of the sun!!!
Reply:I hear maderma works well.try it
Reply:Well because your skin is dark, you run the risk of it hyperpigmenting when it normalizes. Meaning: I might get really dark. So try mederma or neosporin to keep it from being so irritated that it darkens a great amount.
Reply:Try the Neutrogena Visibly Even Night Concentrate. Its a high performance nightly facial moisturizer with Essential Soy %26amp; Retinol that evens out skin tone and regenerates the look of dull skin while you sleep. Apply quite a bit and within a few days you should begin to see results.
Reply:If it were a scar there was only tattooing that would make it be less visible as the skins natural ability to pigment is damaged, the other option is that it might be a kind of fungus (mycosis) that you will be able to very effectively beat with the right creme (fungicidal ointment). But therefore you will need a doctor to tell you

which exactly as their are many kinds and you need the right stuff for the cause as well as carefully follow the instructions. good luck.

Skin Help: How can I get an even skin tone?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.001-08:00

Im 14 and I'm trying to find something good to use on my skin to make it look less blotchy and make an even skin tone. I dont have acne or anything but i have a little bit of circles under my eyes and when i get cold my skin turns blotchy and purple-ish. I want something thats not a foundsation..just like a cream or sumthing. or maybe a foundation if it isnt to heavy and wont just make my skin worse. also im very pale

Skin Help: How can I get an even skin tone?
I advise you moisturizing cream with vitamin E and Shea butter. you can find it in Palmer's skin care. It will even your skin tone and leave your skin soft and fresh...
Reply:I have the same issue, try Garnier Nutrioniste daily regenerating lotion (skin renew) I have been using it and i think i am seeing results!
Reply:use Avon's lghten-up under-eye cream..its good for dark cirles or light brush on concealer by Avon. Looks as good as natural
Reply:First, Do you clean, tone and moisturize you face. If you dont that could be your first problem. Doesn't matter what your skin type is everyone should use the 3 step cleaning process.

You do not need to use a foundation. All you need is a good undereye concealor; they make concealor just for your eyes.

They even make concealor for the blotchy look for you skin. It's called green corrector concealor.

or you can just use translucent powder.
Reply:Try this thing called True blend is goes with any color skintone.

Dry skin.. HELP!!!!!!!!!?

2009-11-20T03:58:00.000-08:00

i have a little acne so my doctor recomended me this cream and i used it and it worked a lot but then in the mornin when i wash away the cream and take a bath and look in the mirror i have really dry skin. it feels so wierd because if i put lotion on the area the skin looks real greasy, so i put vaseline .. anybody knows what i can do to get rid of this problem?

Dry skin.. HELP!!!!!!!!!?
I have eczema so I had real bad dry skin so as advice I think you should-

Get some aloe lotion and put it on everyday after you shower. It wont get greasy unless you have something really bad that I don't think I know

See a special doctor that cheaks your skin. Or if thats the doctor you are talking about SORRY!

Well first things first, you should be using an exfoliator at least once a week. I recommend the Microfine Refinisher from MAC. Exfoliating will help get rid of any dry skin cells causing new, fresh skin to show on your face (getting rid of dry patches).

You should also be using a facial moisturizer AT LEAST once a day, if not twice. I use one by The Body Shop, but know that sometimes it will take going through a couple of different brands until you really find which works best for you. Most moisturizers vary for light, dry, or very dry skin. Use your own discretion. Remember to use a moisturizer that is made for your face, not for your body.

Theres a product called Everyday Lotion Cleanser. It's a regular facial cleanser with more of a lotion-like feel to it, made especially for dry skin. I've also heard of people using Cetaphil %26amp; Phisoderm.

Thats the best advice I've got for you!
Reply:wash ur face with soap that has moisturizer. or u can change the medicine, because it seems like its just peeling ur skin.
Reply:read tips on treating acne ,skincare and home remedies to help you better on this site
Reply:The cream sounds like it is doing a good job to dry up your skin in order to prevent acne. Talk to your doctor before you change what you are doing.
Reply:I had the same problem try Avon's porefection line. it gets rid of acne and minimizes pores and won't dry your face out.
Reply:welp its a really good trick .. .use dr.pepper , conditioner %26amp;%26amp; deff. use condoms =)
Reply:take baths two to three times per week pour baby oil or any bath oil in the water and use soaps that moisterize the skin like dove (if it's your body) for the face get moisterizersthat is for face and use alchoal free cleansers, also you can use a cotten pad with baby oil to pat on your face.
Reply:Apply 2 tablespoon raw milk on the face and neck or where ever it is dry and leave it to dry. Wash off with cold water. This helps to get soft skin. Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and use a face pack of ripe bananas and honey. You can find more cheap, effective and natural home remedies for dry skin at the link below.

camellia

Terrible skin?

2009-11-20T03:57:00.000-08:00

My skin has started to look awful. its all blothchy i think its to do with sun exposure. im using a high factor sun cream on my face, but what can i do to makie my skin look more radient when im not wearing make up

any ideas?

Terrible skin?
So this is definatly an amazing way to have perfect skin, i use it all the time because my skin is combo, with some dry spots, some oily spots, and this great for all of it!

So what you do, is run down to CVS or Walgreens or Publix and get the following -

- UNCOATED Aspirin, store brand

- Honey, natural or organic if they have it

- Burts Bee's packet, look for one that has Tomato Toner, the one with the Red Top (or buy the toner online. if you cant find it, just pick out any other toner)

- Neutragina Antiwrinkle cream with SPF

- Cotton balls or something to put the toner on if you dont have anything at home

Ok now that you have ALL of that, get a little bowl and put in 3 of the asprin. put a few drops of water on them, just enough so the asprin soak up the water and will break apart when you poke them.

Now, put in a squirt or two of Honey, just enough so you can mix it up and have just enough to cover your face.

Apply liberally all over your face as a mask. The Honey will add moisture to your face without making it oily, and the Aspirin will help with your pores and any acne and such.

After about 15 minutes, wash off the mask by wetting your hands with warm water and gently scrubbing your face in little circles. the aspirin is still there enough to exfoliate off dead skin!

Now, after your face is well rinsed, liberally apply the toner in little circle motions. this will also help to take off any leftover makeup. the toner helps to tighten pores, and also it cleans them and disinfects them. toner also removes dead skin and leftover soap from showers that you might have not rinsed off well enough.

next, put on the lotion. it has SPF so it protects and firms your skin! you only need about a pea-sized squirt of it, since a little bit of it goes a long way!

I have been using this every day for about 2 or 3 months now, and it is absolutly amazing! i have never had skin THIS clear without any other assistance. i went off the pill and had bad skin, then after this, it really helps out!
Reply:Drink a loooooooooooots of waaaaaaaater !!!
Reply:I've started drinking about 2litres of water a day.

My skin has started clearing up.

And it's only been a week.

So, i suggest drink a lot of water,

then eat a lot of fruit.

(:
Reply:I had this and i went to the chemist and got a special sun cream.
Reply:try this routine it helped me a lot!!!

morning- Wash face with only non perfume soap and water

apply diluted tea tree oil with a cotton wool bud to the affected areas leave on to dry.

dont wear make up

night- wash face with water and non perfume soap

apply sudo cream onto spots leave on over night

once a week use a deep pour clensing face mask!!

eat 5 pieces of fruit a day

drink pleantly of water

your skin will be clear in no time!

keep it up even when spots have gone

DONT USE CLEARISIL IT STRIPS SKIN OF NATURAL OIL THAT IT NEEDS use only natural products

x
Reply:I began using Arbonne's skincare line and my skin has never looked so amazing - even without makeup! Gotta use the sunblock though. Arbonne also has a Sunblock skincare set that also has the anti-aging elements. I didn't know this until recently, but 90% of our visible signs of aging come from the sun. Only 10% is from the aging process/genetics.

Paling cream, not tanning?

2009-11-16T04:22:00.001-08:00

Is there such a thing as a cream that does the opposite of tanning cream - makes you pale? Or is there any other method to making your skin more pale?

Paling cream, not tanning?
There's proactiv skin lightening lotion (www.proactiv.com), but that's for acne scars and marks. If you want to make your skin lighter, rub Johnson's baby powder into your skin, or foundation that's lighter than your skin color/tone.

Hope this helps!

-Samantha :)
Reply:Foundation. Lots of it.

Perhaps acid or sewage waste on dogs skin?

2009-11-16T04:22:00.000-08:00

My dog some times gets out of the gate. This last time I think someone threw acid or something on him because his skin is serverly infected with sores and what looks like burns with open skin. The part that I am most concerned about has a gooey texture to it. I have shaved him washed him and put on a dog topical cream but everything you put on it gets gooey and the skin itself its just horrible on that spot. What can I do, I can't really afford a vet. is there anything else I can do? I think it could be something like battery acid or sewage.

Perhaps acid or sewage waste on dogs skin?
Please try contacting a local SPCA and ask about low cost Vet treatment. OR, call some Vets and ask for Vet treatment in exchange for cleaning kennels or something because this dog seriously needs Vet care.

Many of the spay and neuter clinics provide lower cost Vet care.

Also, to prevent this sort of thing from happening, you have to see if there are resources to get help to secure your yard better so your dog is not getting out. Very sorry to hear about your dog's problems, but just like with a child, your dog needs YOU to take him to a Vet when sick like he is!

As hard as it may be to do, if you can't get professional help for him or get assistance to provide it, maybe you can contact a rescue org. in your area and see if they can help with this dog. Most likely they won't because even they need money to provide for the dogs they take in. But working for a Vet might be a possible route for helping your dog.
Reply:If you can't afford the vet then you have no business having a pet. Add that to the fact that your dog "sometimes gets out the gate" - how? Dogs don't have opposable thumbs - he can't open it. So obviously it's not closing properly - SO FIX IT! Letting your dog run loose is not only dangerous for the dog but illegal. Please surrender this poor dog to a shelter so that someone more responsible can adopt it.

Thanks for the nasty email. I stand by what I say. It's up to you to protect your pet and you're failing miserably! As for your comment in the email about how you "saved" this dog from euthanasia. Saved? At least then he wouldn't be suffering - like he is now in your hands.

PLEASE HELP,I have very dry skin,which are the best moisturizer creams for this??????

2009-11-16T04:21:00.003-08:00

There are two over the counter preperations I like, Nivea and Eucerin, Nivea is a bit lighter, but Eucerin seem s to work longer. Good luck. Dry skin is really irritating.

PLEASE HELP,I have very dry skin,which are the best moisturizer creams for this??????
In my opinion it's petroleum jelly applied over the skin before you shower.
Reply:Try curel lotion
Reply:Vaseline is really not good for you it's made up of Petroleum - which hardens your skin

aka baby oil, mineral oil - you can test this by taking a cracker and placing it in mineral oil (distilled petroleum)

and a cracker in water (the mineral oil hardens)!!

Use things that don't contain any of those - and use pure and natural things -

I use awaken sea salt scrub and products by Arbonne.

Although they are a little more $ it's really helped me a lot.
Reply:its new and its called purpose by johnson and johnson my dermotoligst rec. this
Reply:Aquaphor. My daughter has very dry skin and we have been using this and it has helped alot. It is kind of expensive but it is thick and does not take much at a time.
Reply:it sounds like you have a dehydrated skin. use a scrub twice a week and use a oil based moisturiser everyday. drink lots of water (1.5 liters per day) and you will see a difference within a couple of days
Reply:i have eczema everywhere, my scalp and my skin. i use aveeno lotion and it works great. i also live in alaska which is a very dry and cold place and aveeno does the trick. the heat of the sun helps too.
Reply:I have a skin condition and have used everything out there..the best for me have been Mary Kay Extra Emollient Night Cream, Eucerin Extra Calming Creme, and Aquaphor.

lady slipper

Eye skin dryness and stinging?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.002-08:00

My right eye has dry skin patches and quite irritated-looking. It stings when i put on make up or moisturizing cream. The cream doesn't seem to help. The left eye is fine and I use the same stuff on both my eyes. Don't know why my right eye is like this. It's been weeks. I started to think i'm allergic to one of the eye products i'm using, just can't think which one. Loreal and covergirl eyeshadow, loreal de-crease shadow base (which seems really dry), liquid liner and neutrogena eye cream. Even b4 the eye cream, my eye got like this so i'm not suspecting it. What should I do or whom should I see about this besides a dermatologist? I can't see a dermatologist very soon.

Thanks.

Eye skin dryness and stinging?
see a specialist

I have dry flaky winter skin HELP!?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.001-08:00

every day i use a mild,mouisturizing cleanser and mousturizer cream on my face

but dry winter weather has left my skin sry and flaking

is there anything i can do to make my skin soft and smooth again?

I have dry flaky winter skin HELP!?
Try Aveeno, it's outmeal based and works really well for my daughter.
Reply:for me, i make sure that i do the following:

- dont use too much soap, dont wash your hands too often

- use plenty of moisturizer. try different types. some work better than others. for me, the CVS brand that has cucumber extract in it worked just fine, and its cheap

- drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated.
Reply:apply cod liver oil .

it sure does stink a lot but its a very good remedy for dry-flaky skin.

you could also eat cod liver capsules.

try this,if it helps then dont forget to vote for my answer.

all the best!!!
Reply:There are certain lotions made for winter to help your skin.
Reply:Equal parts of salt and mayonaise. Rub on face, hands, legs, to exfoliate, then wash with soap and water. You'll love the way your skin feels, and won't smell funny.
Reply:Baby Magic.
Reply:Yes, try unscented shea butter with monoi oil
Reply:I use St. Ives Apricot facial cleanser and instead of using a moisturizer (basically because the cleanser has moisturizer in it) I use lotion after i cleanse my face. Suave has one that is called Skin Therapy Natural Oatmeal Moisturizer and it is dermatologist tested. It says it moisturizes to relieve and protect it last for 24 hours that is a whole day and it fights the cycle of dryness, it cost about 3.50 i got it from Family Dollar but it works i had dry itchy and flaky skin this solved my problem and it feels so good on your skin. Another option is to find a body scrub like Victoria's secret to gt rid of the dry dead skin and finish with their body lotion or body butter. These are products that i use all the time and my skin is so soft.
Reply:gold bond lotion
Reply:HI, SORRY IT TOOK SO LONG TO GET BACK TO YOU, I WAS FORCED TO GO SOMEWHERE, MY DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED BETAMIDE LOTION AND IT DID THE TRICK FOR ME. NO MORE DRY SKIN, I EVEN USE IT ON MY FACE. GREAT FOR WINTERTIME.
Reply:use coco butter it makes your skin really soft
Reply:make sure the cleanser you are using isnt drying out your skin.

After you cleanse, exfoliate with a mild one you can use every other day, moisturize as soon as you are out of the shower. Before you go to bed, use a heavier cream to lock it all in. I prefer all the Mary Kay face products (I also have super dry skin and it's the only thing that has EVER worked for me) Mary Kay makes an intense moisture cream that you can use at night and during the day when your skin is really really dry. It's about $30 but it's totally worth it!
Reply:Use an unscented butter, such a cocoa, shea, or almond. Using a mosturizer means that the product usually has glycerin in it. Glycerin is a humectant and if there is not enough moisture in the air, then it will pull the moisture from your skin. You need to rotate for a facial cream or lotion at least three times within a calendar year, so your skin doesn't get to that point typically changing with the seasons works.

For example, a light facial lotion with slight glycerin content for spring and fall, a facial cream with a larger glycerin content for summer, and a light unscented butter for winter.

I have a similar problem and because I live in the west and a desert, I have major problems because the humidity is always lower in the winter no matter where you live.
Reply:I have that problem too. I started getting facial done once a month in winter time to help clear out, then super moisturize skin. In between I use a very mild, non-foaming soap and moisturize before bed, then again after shower in morning. Also, avoiding caffeine and drinking lots of water eases it somewhat.
Reply:I have this condition as well as my dad and only in the winter. I am a Avon representative so I started using Avon products on my face the Anew retroactive products I love the 2 n one cleanser. I corrected the dry itchy skin on my face overnight it was amazing how well the products worked. For the body I use the Avon body washes they work great and moisture therapy intensive care is a great moisturizer. To buy or sell Avon visit my website at www.youravon.com/rmorell or email me at reneesmith1@cox.net

Skin flaking on BOTH nipples?

2009-11-16T04:21:00.000-08:00

I have flaky skin, or some sort of skin condition. I can peel flakes off the pinna of my ear and around the canal. It comes off every two days. My skin on my face is also flaky, but I can't peel anything off.

About 4 months ago I noticed the skin on one of my nipples was peeling badly. The skin would stick up and I could peel the flakes off. I didnt think anytihng of it because the same thing happens to my ears.

I went to the doctor anway to rule of Paget's disease, and she gave me a cream and it seemed to go away. The breast cancer specialist als said (at that time) that due to my age and the fact that I have dry skin, that it may not be cancer.

Now, both my nipples are flaky, and it seems to have spread to the areolas of both as well. I'm not feeling any unsual pain or itchiness besides the usual I;ve had since they started to grow.

I'm a little worried. SHould I be concerned?

edit: I havent showered in 38 hours due to sickness, and my skin has a fast turnover rate

Skin flaking on BOTH nipples?
Any thing "different" with your breasts should be checked out. While it is true that if you have dry skin it can be dry anywhere, I personally would not settle for "it may not be cancer" and would demand that it be tested.

"Should you be concerned?" There is no point worrying about things you cannot control so probably not. However it is a good idea to get it checked and then you can definitely stop worrying!

All the best
Reply:It sounds like you have flaky skin in many places. I thought that Paget's is usually on one nipple, rarely in both.

Please take a look at a comparison of benign examples and clear examples of paget's disease

http://www.breastcare.com/bcc/research/p...

its so helpful to see it in colour - notice the tone colour of the paget's bit.

the symptoms can be confused with dermatitis, the only way to really tell i guess is to have a tissue sample taken out for testing. With these pictures however you can help you self-diagnosis.

Notice the unusual "orange peel" wrinkling of the breast.

But I would see a specialist soon for a second opinion.

dendrobium

Dry skin type of condition?

2009-11-16T04:20:00.003-08:00

ever since i was a little kid i have had this problem with my skin where it gets wrinkly dry spots and if i dont treat them they turn red and have flaky skin on them and at the worse they bleed. I dont think its psoriasis or eczema it just seems like dry skin. I went to a dermatologist and he said that its not fungus or anything and he did not really have a name for it. If I put hydrocortizone ointment or cream on it, it gets a little bit better from what seems like being moisturized. I have tried all types of cream like aquaphor and cocoa butter and hydrocortizone but it can only make it a little better and can never cure the patches. At best they become invisible to the eye and I can only barely feel that the skin is dry there. The dry patches seem to go away on their own and appear elsewhere sometimes over the course of a couple of months. What the hell is this and have you ever encountered anything like it and how could i treat it? ty all

Dry skin type of condition?
THE BEST THING YOU CAN USE IS 100% PURE SHEA BUTTER. Shea butter is better then most steroid creams MANY people tell me.

I have many people swear by it .Everyone from 5 years old to 88 with skin problems from psoriasis , eczema ,DRY SKIN , SUN BURN........Hope this helps.

A LITTLE ABOUT SHEA BUTTER

Shea Butter (Karite)

Shea butter comes from Africa and is found along the West African Savannah region. Karite takes about 40 to 50 years to mature. It is an amazing skin-soothing agent for makers of soap, particularly when blended with lather-generating coconut oil. Shea butter helps increase local capillary circulation, which in turn increases tissue re-oxygenation and improves the elimination of metabolic waste products.
Reply:It sure sounds like excema to me! Check out this site and see if sounds like familiar.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eczema

It could be seborrheic dermatitis depending on where it is.
Reply:I have a similiar problem with the skin on my arms. It is dry and skaly and bleeds if I am not careful when I scratch it. I sometimes use Bag Balm. You can get it at Walgreens or Wal-Mart etc it comes in a green can. Ignore what it says on the can for it's intended use. Be generous with it. I also use Oil of Olay body wash shower moisturizer both in the shower and just as a body lotion. It is wonderful and I use it as an all over body lotion. Careful not to get it in your eyes. It also works really well in place of chap stick. Let me know how it works for you. It's also great as a moisturizer around the eyes for crows feet. It works better for me than Mary Kay

For what types of skin are La Mer products best for?

2009-11-16T04:20:00.002-08:00

i am 20 years old, normal skin (sometimes oily T zone) , but my skin gets really dry in winter...

My mom gave me the Le Mer cream.. is it good for me? what are the benefits of this cream?

For what types of skin are La Mer products best for?
Here's the website

http://www.cremedelamer.com/home.tmpl
Reply:The benefits of La Mer over any other good moisturizer is having a pricey, status symbol jar to show off. It is a decent moisturizer, not an excellent one, and not worth what she paid.
Reply:It is a good product, no doubting that. Otherwise places like Saks Fifth Avenue would not carry it. It looks to be a great prestige product, just one you will pay the price for in your wallet. If your mother continues to get it, then you have little to be concerned about it if you use it and find it works for you. But if she does not, it comes down to the fact...would you be able to afford it on a consistent basis? If you like prestige brands, but not the price...email me. I can direct you to a product that can offer you the best of both worlds...a product that works, is amdist the top 5 prestige products out there today, but easy on the wallet.
Reply:It's not really good for oily skin. It's more of thick texture and it's good for dry skin and anti-aging. But it's really of good quality, you might wanna just try a tiny bit when you feel dry on your skin in winter.