Damn The Dry Skin!

Jan 31, 2013

Tammi D.

Hi guys was wondering if anyone had any advice? I've been getting loads of dry skin around my mouth and it's looking awful when I apply make up. I use Avene products so have a good moisturiser and I'm exfoliating daily. Anyone know any tips/tricks to help it budge? Or even a good makeup that won't stick as much?

Jan 31, 2013

Mariah G.

Cetaphil moisturizing cream. Gets rid of dry skin in one night (:

Jan 31, 2013

Stephanie D.

Mmm...just because you pay more for a moisturizer doesn't mean it's the best option for your skin. Especially more expensive ones can contain higher concentrations of ingredients that work - but that can also be irritating.

Check your label(s) for retinoids, peptides, vitamin C or A/BHA's (like lactic acid, glycolic acid and so on). Any of those may be drying or irritating your skin and you may have to dial back on the anti-aging/exfoliating/brightening ingredients.

A kind of cursory glance also seems to indicate that Avene doesn't use silicone as a moisture barrier (they won't list the full ingredient labels on the website on the three that I checked, so I may be wrong). Dimethicone may actually work better for you to retain moisture in the long run.

Another possibility is that you are simply exfoliating too much and that is drying out your skin. 

Jan 31, 2013

Amanda C.

I use Simple! it works for anyone really and its inexpensive~ <3

Jan 31, 2013

Sandra T.

I've had the same problem but more so my whole face was dry, and my makeup would look like its cracked up on my face! What seemed to help me was spectro derm face wash for dry skin and the moisturizer for dry skin their the blue covered ones, as well as before applying your make up right after moisturizing apply/spray on a primer I use Mac primer it's amazing! Hopefully that will help you :) 

Jan 31, 2013

Kirsty R.

I always find that if I get dry skin around my mouth the best thing to do is apply an intense moisturiser like Nivea Blue (in the little blue tub) for best results apply before bed as you will move less in your sleep meaning the moisture can penetrate deeper and wont wear off as quick as it would during the day :)

Jan 31, 2013

Vanessa P.

I get dry skin around my mouth too, I just put some Vaseline on it at night and it's gone by morning

Jan 31, 2013

Mia F.

I use Nivea cream. It works like a miracle abs amazing u shud DEFINATLY use it and its not even like a really expensive brand or anything so try it x

Jan 31, 2013

Kendra C.

Hi Tammi D! I too suffer from annoying dry skin! A product that has really turned my skin around as far as any flaking etc is the Origins Modern Friction Exfoliator. It really helps gently remove the dry skin, but it's still really gentle. I have sensitive skin as well and this product is great for both issues!! 

Jan 31, 2013

Kirsty R.

I agree Mia its great :)

Feb 1, 2013

Tabitha S.

Coconut oil help me a lot with dry skin and plus it has other benefits as well.

Feb 1, 2013

Loren B.

Spray w glycerine and rose water 

Feb 1, 2013

Rana N.

i use glycerin...it tastes bad but it works immediatly...i apply it after washing my face clean every night before bed 

Feb 1, 2013

Nabila F.

oh, try epimax ! i have dry skin and it works wounders :)

Feb 3, 2013

Courtney S.

I agree, using an expensive moisturizer doesn't mean it will work. I've been using one for months realizing it wasn't helping my skin AT ALL. I found Ponds Dry Skin Cream and you can get it at the drugstore!! It has worked so well for me. Hope that helps!! 

Feb 3, 2013

aliyah b.

Vaseline overnight works soooo well

Feb 3, 2013

Yanny G.

If u have acne problems Vaseline is not a good choice, it can clog your pores.

Feb 3, 2013

Uriia A.

Coconut oil is so awesome! it wont clog your pores. 

Feb 3, 2013

Kaleigh W.

You may be exfoliating too much. That can cause dry skin.