Help with finding skin care that doesn't make me break out!?
Since high school I have used a lot of different skin care products, usually the higher end like estee lauder, clinique, merle norman etc. I never could use grocery/drug store type because I would breakout.
I use something for a few months with great success, and then all of a sudden it stops working. Or, I immediately break out or get dry skin.
I have very sensitive skin, especially to vitamin C, so a lot of anti aging products bother me. I started using Neutrogena products a few months ago and I thought I had found the answer, but now my skin is becoming flaky and has slight red bumps, but not acne.
My question is, where can I go to find the right skin care? I’m tired of trying samples at counters and buying products only to return them. Does anyone have a skin issue and have found a solution, or should I just head to the dermatologist? I’ve tried natural products and they don’t seem to help either.
What can I do?
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18 comments
Erika L on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
I can totally relate to you.. I never had the big breakouts like most people had, just lots of redness and tiny bumps all the time. Finding the right combination of products was like a giant chemistry experiment, but I finally have it down.
I stopped washing twice a day because I was overstimulating my skin and I think the products were drying it out. I started using Proactiv, but only at night. It took a few weeks to really show results, but I’ve maintained perfect skin for the last 3 1/2 years. A first for me since the 5th grade! Also, their sulfur mask is like a miracle. I use it a couple times a week when I get breakouts. To remove make-up I use a really gentle remover wipe by the brand Comodynes (I get them at Trader Joe’s). I’ve tried a few different types of wipes, but these seem to work best and don’t sting. I even use them on my eyes. For a moisturizer, I use Aveeno’s skin calming moisturizer. It’s really light, not greasy at all, and has helped get rid of "red face". It’s the only moisturizer I’ve ever been able to use. For make-up, Bare Escentuals can’t be beat – no clogging, nice coverage, and I think it’s actually helped improve the texture of my skin. It’s also super quick and easy to apply.
I hope this helps you. You may still want to consult with a dermatologist because if you do have a skin condition, it may just keep getting irritated by any product you try until you get the condition cleared up. It’ll be worth it though- best of luck to you!
lilmamasessy on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
this sounds like it could be rosacea, i suggest going to a dermatologist, it may not be the problem you think it is, also sometimes skin becomes allergic to things after extended use.
pinkweeniedog on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
wow
Alex T on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
I had the same problem, I found this hemp based sunblock called burn out that works great and Ive had no break outs.
The Queen Has Spoken on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Head to the dermatologist…
Flaky sounds like seborrhea.
Redness and bumps sounds like Rosacea
spindymindi on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
good advice up above me there!
have you tried proactive? its on tv and i have a friend that uses it .its great.
also you could try to go to the mall and talk to the lady behind the clinique counter.
if all else fails go to the dermatologist
909donna702 on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
toothpaste on the very tip of one will shrink it within an hour give or take a few minutes. then rinse it off with lukewarm water and your good to go.
yaaaaaaa.hooooooo on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Go to a dermatologist because it sounds like you have rosacea and need a prescription to control it .There is no cure.
Questing on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
All I can use is Dove for sensitive skin. Everything else I break out in a rash of tiny bumps and itch.
LITTLE MELON on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Have you tried Proactive? It works pretty well. If not, go to a dermatologist, they will help.
cinnamon on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Yes, I would probably take a trip to the dermatologist, you may need an allergy test to see what exactly you are allergic to. Alot of the products that youve mentioned have perfumes in them, and this also could be the reason for your outbreaks, The dermatologist will determine which products, if any you should use, or better yet he/she will give you prescriptions for the appropriate medication(s). lol
cuteredhead on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
I too have sensitive skin.
I tried proactive and it did major damage to my face.
I have been using Arbonne Clear Advantages for four months and love it! https://www.arbonne.com
I luv kole on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
Well, you shouldn’t use Neutrogena products only becuz you said u dont like cheep product and neutrogena is very cheap! ~good luck~ ~♥destiny☻~
TNCreature on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
My great aunt used 2 products on her face:
Whitch Hazel and Vaseline
Sometimes simple is best.
Good luck, I have very sensitive skin as well.
use oil free, non comedogenic, FRAGRANCE FREE products.
Chamomile can be very soothing for your skin (you can even use the tea bags). Aloe Vera is very soothing as well.
Dreamer124 on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
I have found great success using the Oil of Olay line. My skin tends to get dry in patches and since using their line of products (the Regenerist and Definity line) I have had great success! I had some bumps on my face and since using this they have noiticably been smoothed over! I have had these bumps for nearly 10 years and after 6 months of daily usage, they are almost flattened down.
They will probably never go completely away, but I am very happy to see them smoothed this much. I hope that if you try this line you too might find success and great skin!
funkydesign03 on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
You should probably see a dermatologist. They can prescribe you products based on your specific skin type that will improve the overall condition of your skin and treat the problems you are having now. Although I use Neutrogena products, they are scented and perhaps the fragrance is irritating your skin and causing the bumps and flakiness.
Good luck
Rumor on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
I 100% owe my skin’s life to Glytone products… I have combination skin that is either extremely dry, or very oily and Im super prone to rashes and break outs of all sorts. I had a dermatologist recommend Glytone and its seriously saved me, my skin is soooo smooth.. and always… Ive used it for 3 years now, never stopped working! I buy it online… the link is below!
rn on July 29, 2010 at 3:06 pm
had the same problem too. And this is what has helped.
1. Stop using All skincare products
2. Before I use regular tap water to wash my face with I use Evian ( it is that bottled spring water). I pour some on the palm of my hand and just sort of smear it all over my face. Or you could pour some on a cotton pad and gently ( without rubbing) smoothe it over your face to lift off some of the oil. I follow that by rinsing my face with regular tap water. Evian actually helps to cleanse the skin which I could never get by using tap water only.