Dry Skin

Miroslav

jenniewb wrote: »

Glad to hear things are getting better for your skin

Don't be too concerned about the water- its nor going to cause any harm but it can just be a little drying if your in a hard water area thats all. Tone or even use a facial wipe after cleansing and its not an issue.

With regards to the eye area, your right to be a TLC with the area, its where the skin is thinner and so more easily damaged. If you just (assuming you are...) continue to lay back on the harsh products, the area should clear up in its own time. I don't think cleaning it any more will help, I would have thought its more likely to be that the skin is reacting to any harsh products.
Even though you feel you may not have been that intense on the eye area in comparison to the rest of the skin on your face, its such a delicate area it could have just been the smallest things to have thrown it out of kilter.

I don't know about the skin cell turn over in that area but basicly your waiting for the old skin cells to die off and be renewed with newer cells. Maybe the skin around the eyes has a lower turn over or its just been affected to a much deeper level? (hazarding guesses here!!). I think I remember someone (a skin care worker) telling me you get a different turn over in different parts of your face but not sure as to what and where! Fact is the skin does this all by itself, you just need to support the new skin which grows through by keeping it hydrated and well cared for, clean of debris but able to produce its own oils which I think you can tell now is a delicate balance in itself and slightly different for everyone!

Had another idea I was wondering if it may help. Only because someone else here mentioned Lush and I have used their products. I bought a face mask to try with my 7yr old neice last week. She has super delicate skin as shes still just a baby really (IMO!) She really wanted to try a mask so I bought one which was what I thought was pretty mild. It was the Oat based one (Oaty-fix?) basicly made from oats and was fine for her, its supposed to me moisturising. Either way it did no harm. I'd still suggest laying off things till the whole thing clears up but maybe a really mild and moisturising facial masque from time to time could help?

The water has always concerned me, but if the toner gets rid of the issues, then great.

Dry skin has been reappearing under my eyebrows which is concerning. Everywhere else is pretty good at the moment. The eye area is ok apart from the eyebrows which I seem to have to pick flakes from regularly.

I'll have a look at those face masks. Are Lush products only available from their website or can they be bought at other outlets. Don't fancy their delivery charges

GemJar wrote: »

A tip my doctor gave me to help with my awful ezcma is to put moisteriser on within 3 minutes of getting out of the bath or shower as the skin locks in a lot more moisture this way.

I could always steam my face in a sink of hot water with a towel over my head before if I forget to moisturise after a bath?

jenniewb

Miroslav wrote: »

The water has always concerned me, but if the toner gets rid of the issues, then great.

Dry skin has been reappearing under my eyebrows which is concerning. Everywhere else is pretty good at the moment. The eye area is ok apart from the eyebrows which I seem to have to pick flakes from regularly.

I'll have a look at those face masks. Are Lush products only available from their website or can they be bought at other outlets. Don't fancy their delivery charges



I could always steam my face in a sink of hot water with a towel over my head before if I forget to moisturise after a bath?

Where the dead skin around the eyes is concerned it will take longer to sort itself out. My best advice would be to be patient, it will pay off!

You could try using a warm wet/damp muslin cloth and rubbing in very light slow little circular movements every other day but be aware that too much stress is probably likely to start the whole thing up again. Keep the area well moisturised (are you sure your eye cream is moisturising enough for you?) aloe, camella and glycerin are things to look for in terms of moisturising. Stay clear of the anti-aging stuff until this is sorted. Go very gently and be patient!

Lush have many stores around the UK, they list these on the site and its well worth a visit as they are a joy to visit (for many of us anyway!) if you really can't get to one then delivery is your only option. Having never done this myself I have heard from others that they do like to give out the occasional freebie if they feel you need help or value their services.

Miroslav

jenniewb wrote: »

Where the dead skin around the eyes is concerned it will take longer to sort itself out. My best advice would be to be patient, it will pay off!

You could try using a warm wet/damp muslin cloth and rubbing in very light slow little circular movements every other day but be aware that too much stress is probably likely to start the whole thing up again. Keep the area well moisturised (are you sure your eye cream is moisturising enough for you?) aloe, camella and glycerin are things to look for in terms of moisturising. Stay clear of the anti-aging stuff until this is sorted. Go very gently and be patient!

Lush have many stores around the UK, they list these on the site and its well worth a visit as they are a joy to visit (for many of us anyway!) if you really can't get to one then delivery is your only option. Having never done this myself I have heard from others that they do like to give out the occasional freebie if they feel you need help or value their services.

It's slowly improving, but the small spots under my skin are not and i've been quoted anything from £50 - £130 for a dermatologist :eek: This is now my main issue along with the redness at the top of my cheekbones.

I've just carried on using the same as I did before. I don't use anti aging anyway. I'm 35 but I apparently look in my 20's, so not to panic yet

I see the nearest Lush store is 35 miles away from me I shall have to mail order.

jenniewb

Miroslav wrote: »

It's slowly improving, but the small spots under my skin are not and i've been quoted anything from £50 - £130 for a dermatologist :eek: This is now my main issue along with the redness at the top of my cheekbones.

I've just carried on using the same as I did before. I don't use anti aging anyway. I'm 35 but I apparently look in my 20's, so not to panic yet

I see the nearest Lush store is 35 miles away from me I shall have to mail order.

When you order from Lush, also send them a query, they may give you something to try (they give out samples if you buy things in the stores I find).

Glad to see your keeping up with things and haven't caved to the nearest bottle of Clearasil/Clinique/harsh products, it could still take time as skin turnover isn't as fast as we think. But if its at all getting worse rather then better do see someone- eg Doctor, just to rule out any hormonal changes rather then it all being topical (skin only).

Goodluck!

Miroslav

jenniewb wrote: »

When you order from Lush, also send them a query, they may give you something to try (they give out samples if you buy things in the stores I find).

Glad to see your keeping up with things and haven't caved to the nearest bottle of Clearasil/Clinique/harsh products, it could still take time as skin turnover isn't as fast as we think. But if its at all getting worse rather then better do see someone- eg Doctor, just to rule out any hormonal changes rather then it all being topical (skin only).

Goodluck!

I will send them a query then and see if they offer any sample

I'd never go the likes of Clearasil. Too many horror stories have been put my way.

It's not getting worse, it's just not getting much better. I know there are people with far worse skin than myself, but every little negative thing can sap confidence.

cagneyfan

HI,

Don't spend a fortune on expensive products. Often when someone has sensitive skin it's best to stick to very simple items - which don't need to cost a lot.

I always wash my face with 'ACQUEOUS CREAM' - it's an emollient and water softener. It costs a pound from the likes of Home Bargains/poundland etc.

Doctors reccomend it. You can also use it as a moisturiser. However, if I were you I'd use that to wash with and then use E45 as a moisturiser. It costs about £1.80 for a tube. Again, it is often reccomended by doctors etc.

Liz Earle stuff is nice, but to be honest I really don't think it's worth spending that kind of money when the above items are really good.

If you get an eczema rash you could use Hydrocortisone. However, the shops only sell it at 1% which is not reccomended for your face. If you want 1/2% you have to go to the doctors for it. I don't know why as it would seem more logical to go to the docs for the 1% and be able to buy the weaker one over the counter.

Please don't dismiss the expensive products - as some people swear by them. But you'd be silly (I think) if you didn't buy the cheaper versions first.

jenniewb

If its not getting any better, maybe see if you can catch a few skin care people (like the sales assistants) just ask for advice, get a few opinions before you add everything up at the end, see what they say (and if any suggestions appeal to you knowing that if your skin is in some kind of trauma the best thing to do is to let it do its thing and feed it suppliments-topicly, to make it stronger).

Thats what I tend to do if something happens to my skin anyway! Your not going to get freebies or samples that way (not unless your buying stuff then they sometimes chuck a few extras in) but for advice most professionals don't mind trying to help with a problem if they can.

Miroslav

cagneyfan wrote: »

HI,

Don't spend a fortune on expensive products. Often when someone has sensitive skin it's best to stick to very simple items - which don't need to cost a lot.

I always wash my face with 'ACQUEOUS CREAM' - it's an emollient and water softener. It costs a pound from the likes of Home Bargains/poundland etc.

Doctors reccomend it. You can also use it as a moisturiser. However, if I were you I'd use that to wash with and then use E45 as a moisturiser. It costs about £1.80 for a tube. Again, it is often reccomended by doctors etc.

Liz Earle stuff is nice, but to be honest I really don't think it's worth spending that kind of money when the above items are really good.

If you get an eczema rash you could use Hydrocortisone. However, the shops only sell it at 1% which is not reccomended for your face. If you want 1/2% you have to go to the doctors for it. I don't know why as it would seem more logical to go to the docs for the 1% and be able to buy the weaker one over the counter.

Please don't dismiss the expensive products - as some people swear by them. But you'd be silly (I think) if you didn't buy the cheaper versions first.

You make a good point with trying the cheaper products first. It's been good to get recommendations here.

jenniewb wrote: »

If its not getting any better, maybe see if you can catch a few skin care people (like the sales assistants) just ask for advice, get a few opinions before you add everything up at the end, see what they say (and if any suggestions appeal to you knowing that if your skin is in some kind of trauma the best thing to do is to let it do its thing and feed it suppliments-topicly, to make it stronger).

Thats what I tend to do if something happens to my skin anyway! Your not going to get freebies or samples that way (not unless your buying stuff then they sometimes chuck a few extras in) but for advice most professionals don't mind trying to help with a problem if they can.

I've not had time to do this yet as I had to go into hospital for an operation and i've not donme anything with my skin for a couple of weeks :eek:

Ironically, despite some dryness the spots are less noticeable now So much so i'm worried about starting it all up again, but I know I have to look after my skin :cool:

suki1964

Miroslav wrote: »

You make a good point with trying the cheaper products first. It's been good to get recommendations here.



I've not had time to do this yet as I had to go into hospital for an operation and i've not donme anything with my skin for a couple of weeks :eek:

Ironically, despite some dryness the spots are less noticeable now So much so i'm worried about starting it all up again, but I know I have to look after my skin :cool:

Ive just read through this thread and have to ask - does your skin actually feel tight and dry? Its just where you are saying the skin flakes makes me think its not a dry skin issue you have

Miroslav

suki1964 wrote: »

Ive just read through this thread and have to ask - does your skin actually feel tight and dry? Its just where you are saying the skin flakes makes me think its not a dry skin issue you have

It only feels tight after i've cleansed and before i've toned and moisturised.

The rest of the time it feels dry especially around my mouth and on my forehead and it flakes around these parts.

Since changing my skincare routine, things have improved alot.