any suggestions to improve how your skin looks???

[Larisa]

I've got combination skin, and no matter what product I've tried I still breakout, or my skin gets dry and flaky. ;3; I've tried biore, ponds, neutragena for sensitive skin, but to no avail still no results. I'd love to be able to find a regiment that will improve how my skin looks, keep breakouts to a minimum, refine pores, help with the puffies under the eye? I don't get the time to do my make up everyday since i'm chasing about my very active 10 month old so if we go out I don't want to look a train wreck. I would greatly appreciate if anyone could help me out.

[geena la brujita {★}]

hey there... my skin was always acting out, some parts dry, oily etc. my saving grace has been EMINENCE PRODUCTS. they are a bit pricey but a little goes a long way and they have made my complexion almost brand spanking new.

[Rachael Valentine❤ {★}]

I highly recommend the Oxygen Peel by Philosophy. It works awesome on all skin types and you see a difference after one treatment. I use it weekly! It smoothes, brightens, tightens, and exfoliates all in one.

[Betty Maraschino {Madam}]

I know everyone is saying different things and all, but i really would recommend trying more simple products.
for years ive tried various cleansers, toners, moisturisers. found non of them work, to the point id given up. I now use Vitamin E cleanser and moisturiser, and occasionally cold cream, and my skin looks so much better. No breakouts (a first, Ive had breakouts constantly since the age of like 12) my skin looks fresh, i only wear makeup now cause its a security blanket. (and the tiny lines starting on my forehead have gone)

Dont give up hope of finding the right product for your skin!!!

Dont over cleanse too.

I, personally, would recommend cream cleansers over astringents and washes. They dont feel ass harsh. And wipes are good before you cleanse, but i never realised just how much makeup they left on the skin. :O

Oh, and if you get the time try using home made natural masks. :)

Hope that was of some help.

[Maggie Eliana]

http://www.ernolaszlo.com/

Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn both used this line.... if only I could afford it.

[Ruth 'n Roll {★}]

I must say I have to go with Kristy C's advice here. The way youlive have a huge impact on your skin. I alse read something about approaching the problem from the h*** body perspective which is quite the same approach as Kristy says. It is important that you know your skin type, so if you have a light skin, try to avoid skin, if your skin is greyish, you get not enough vitamins (due to smoking, lack of sleep or lack of intake for example). There are many great ways to get your skin look perfect and beautiful and shiny without using any product on your skin.

You say you have a kid running around. That must be quite a joy, but also exhausting. try to get some rest when he is not active, so if he goes to sleep, go to sleep as well, and when he is at friends, grand ma or anywhere else, don't feel bothered to take a nap (about 20 minutes during the day can do miracles to your health and thus for your skin). Make sure to eat balanced. No sugar! No smoking! Try to avoid additives and preservatives, also modified food is actually not that good for you. Don't be afraid of natural fat like coconut oil or olive oil, but also fat from meat, fish and vegetables, it is healthy and good for your skin health (if not combined with sugar). Grains can be healthy if you have an active life style, but try to eat whole grains and high quality grains and try to eat a minimum. Same goes for coffee. Moderate amounts of very dark chocolate are not harming you but try to avoid non-dark chocolate (there is a lot of milk and sugar and unnatural fat in that so it is not good for your skin health).

So, another item that affects your skin like nothing else is called stress. It might sound strange, but if you are happy your skin gets that glow we all love. When you are stressed, when you feel like 'there is so much to do' or 'it is just not good enough', that might cause skin problems. Try to take time for yourself and try to keep doing things that make you happy at least twice a week!

Last but not least temperature does a lot to skin. Especially when you get exposed to high and low temperatures during the day. When you are used to a warm temperature, try to protect your skin when it is cold and windy so your skin does not get too dry (body butter type of products can help with that, but wash it off when you are back inside). When you are used to a colder temperature and your skin doesn't dry out when it is windy or cold, try to protect your skin against extreme warm temperatures by drinking a lot (sweating actually protects your skin from drying out) and also with warm temperatures you can protect your skin with hydrating products (honey, sun-protection products). Remember that putting oil on your skin actually will not help you it will dry out your skin and block oxygen.

Hope this helps a bit.

Kristy C said:

Hormones, diet, smoking, genetics, sun. In no particular order :) I love helping people with this kind of stuff, and feel that I've got the skin thing down pretty good. I am not one to brag, but I have to tell you for the purpose of this conversation that, I get compliments on my skin non-stop and am asked "what's your secret?" quite frequently. Like I said, not to come off conceited ( I am NOT!!) I just love to help and feel my information is useful.

First a few questions:

Do you smoke?
Are you on birth control?
What's your diet like?
What, if any, are the skin concerns of other women in your family?
Do you spend time in the sun?
What is your water consumption like?

Feel free to message me directly, I know some of thse questions can be kind of personal :)

I hope to hear from you!

[Sarah Koldewey]

I would definitely go to a dermatologist. I've fought combination skin all my life and I've tried all kinds of home remedies and over the counter, drugstore stuff, but it didn't help at all. I always go crawling back the the derm, and she gives me two presciptions and I'm 100 percent better in a couple months. The best thing they can give you is probably a Retin A cream which may sensitize your skin at first, but once it adapts it keeps your pores and hair follicles from being sticky and getting clogged. Retin A also has the bonus of having some anti aging properties as it is made of Vitamin A, the same as Retinol.

Moisturizer is super important, I love the Cerave line as it is inexpensive, will not exacerbate the problem and really does moisturize well. It's recommended by my dermatologist and many others. 

My last advice would be not to change your routine too much, don't use too many products either. You really want to keep it simple or you might irritate your skin further. 

Also some low grade acid peels like salsylic and glycolic will really go a long way to speeding the recovery and help get rid of any dark marks, you can get some really highly praised ones on Amazon

[PhotoBug777]

Try Aveeno  skin cleanser.  The breakouts could be due to changes in hormones after childbirth.  Your diet may have changed due to your new hectic schedule.

Cleansing is important.  Be gentle with your skin.  When you where makeUp , get something with an SPF in it.

Puffiness could be from fluid retention.  Cucumbers on the eye area.  Or place a spoon in the freezer for a little while and place on the puffiness to reduce inflammation.

Smashbox makes a great primer that goes on your skin under foundation.  It will fill and smooth any rough  areas.

The best thing for your skin is too HYDRATE from within.

Get Massages.... don't tan...don't smoke.

I'm 55 and have awesome skin...people think I look 35 -40

If you are in a hurry and don't want to look "rough" in public...

A touch of foundation,  lip gloss,  eye pencil and out the door.

There is always Sunglasses,  Dry Shampoo,  and a funky Hat  in a pinch....LOL

DONNA