Skin care recommendations

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

I have extremely acne prone, oily, and dry skin
I have moderate acne, with some cystic acne
My skin is oily on my chin and nose
And it's flaky and dry on my forehead and cheeks
I have no idea what to do about it
I currently use the body shop tea tee oil face wash, ceraVe moisturizer for normal to dry skin, Bioderma cleansing water, and the loreal cleansing oil for makeup remover. I also use a acne spot rearming I got from a dermatologist
Is there any products you'd recommend to me to help with my skin?? I really need help

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

I don't use a toner, just the Bioderma cleansing water
And I'm 16, but I've had acne since I was 10
I know I need to see my dermatologist again but I'll have to wait until I can go to the city :(

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

I've been using the face wash since Christmas
I really want to try accutane because I've tried so many different pills and face treatments for it and nothing's working, but my moms super against accutane
Happy birthday btw :)

Jun 22, 2015

Hannah P.

I don't know if the dermatologist would be the one to give you this, but I've been on lymecycline tablets since November for acne. they were prescribed by my doctor. I found that they have really helped. I still get some acne around that time of the month, but nowhere near as much as I used to have. I've also had less blackheads too. I've just finished exam season, and didn't breakout from stress like I did for my GCSEs lasts year :)
they might work for you

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

Thanks Hannah
I'll ask my doctor about that

Jun 22, 2015

Hannah P.

I'm guessing you're from the US? I'm from the UK, so things might work differently. but it might be worth s shot :)

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

Nope I'm Canadian
So hopefully there's lymecycline here that I could try.
I'm getting desperate haha

Jun 22, 2015

Sisi S.

Wash your face before your apply make up and at the end of the day. Use bioderma H2O sensitive skin - doesn't matter that you have combination skin. Use hydrating moisturiser on the dry parts of the face, and use oil free moisturiser on the oily places. Use toner on the oily parts. I am using gel from Syncare to reduce acne, and it does work! :) ration of your skin is unbalanced water : oil. So just keep that in mind that you are trying to balance it by skin care. Drink lots of water (around 8 cups of water per day) to hydrate your skin, and eat hearty and balanced diet. See a dermatologist to talk about the skin care and acne! Do not touch your face too often, as it transfers bacteria and oil to your face. Use SPF products to protect your skin from the sub.

Jun 22, 2015

Sisi S.

Syncare is not famous, but really good for young complexions that are acne prone

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

Thanks sisi
Where would I get syncare??

Jun 22, 2015

Brittany F.

Developing a solid skin care routine is key when it comes to clearing up your skin. Cleanse, tone, moisturize.
The most effective and most commonly used acne fighting ingredient is Benzoyl Peroxide. Benzoyl Peroxide works by killing off the bacteria causing your acne and drying up pustules at the same time.
Another common favourite is tea tree oil, it has anti bacterial and nourishing properties that will combat your acne and overall improve your complexion. It can be used as a spot treatment or found in acne fighting products.
Sulphur masks are also great; they work through osmosis to rid your body of the toxins under your skin that may be causing breakouts. I highly recommend the Murad one; use a sulphur or any acne fighting mask once a week to help speed up the process of ridding your skin from pimples.
When it comes to the actual routine you want to be sure you're consistent with it and washing your face once a day. A problem a lot of people have it that they do not properly wash their face, whenever you touch your face you want to follow your lymphatic system. It is the system that flushes out toxins from your face and working against it will cause build up and lead to breakouts. I like to think of it like streams, ponds and lakes. Streams are from your nose outward, working from the innermost part of your face you want to move your hand towards the outer edges. Now toxins are built up in 'ponds' Around the edges of your face, so finish off by going from the temple to the chin on either side, the lakes are the bottom of your chin! Start off with a cleanser with any of those acne fighting ingredients and use it to wash off any dirt oil or makeup from that day, always run in gentle circular motions following your nymphatic system. I recommend a foaming or gel water activated cleanser as they're usually more deep cleansing and will help you get rid of the bacteria under your skin. After wards always follow it with a toner. The high quantity of minerals in water will throw off your Ph balance and cause your skin to freak out which will not contribute to your acne problems. Afterwards follow up with a water based moisturizer. Oil can clog your pores and irritate your acne. If you have dry skin and cannot go without proper moisturizing get a hydrating serum to apply under your day cream. It really is best to talk to a dermatologist of your acne is getting worse or has been going on for a long time

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

Thanks so much Brittany!!

Jun 22, 2015

Qwaserght T.

And I'm not sure why she's so against it Megan
Maybe I'll try some more ceraVe products because I haven't noticed a change with the tea tree oil cleanser