Skin problems

Girl_least_likely_to

Violetta - I use the olay skin polisher every other night and the dead sea wash every morning and night including after the polisher. I basically treat the skin polisher as an exfoliator and have carried on with my normal face wash. Are you using anything else along with the skin polisher? I don't know whether I'm supposed to but it's working for me . TBH the olay product doesn't feel like is getting my skin clean only exfoliating so this is why I'm using my normal face wash inconjunction with it.

It was a few months ago since I first started using it and I think I still got a few spots in the first few weeks of using it, but they have gotten few and far between now. Using a regular exfoliator has improved the texture of my skin and I think this has perhaps prevented the spots . I really hope it works for you. Give it a few weeks and use a wash along with it.

Violetta_2

Girl least likely to-I have been using it once a day then putting a moisturiser on after my face feels clean but not stripped (iykwim) like some things seem to. It does seem like it's doing something I will give it another few weeks and see how things are have also just realised the spots may well be hormonal at the moment anyway, (explains my rubbish mood today too:rolleyes: )
Thanks for the info I will let you know how I get on.

LizD_2

Emms, do you eat a lot of dairy products? I find cheese is the worst thing I can eat for my skin (although I love it). Dairy products are mucous-forming, which could be contributing to your congested skin.

Try another brand of Pill, if you're on it. I was on Microgynon, but my doctor changed me to Yasmin, which is supposed to help spots. It's worked for me.

Stick with the facials, they'll definetly work.

liney

Has anyone tried the Time Delay Microderabrasion kit which is £10 in boots? I am tempted to spend £40 on the Roc kit, but wondered if anyone has any experience with these?

I have terrible enlarged pores, but dont sufffer with spots.

fruitcake_2

Large pores are hereditary, one thing you can do is first thing in the morning after cleansng your skin, splash your skin with cold water....large pores react to the cold by appearing smaller. But it is a myth that you can change the size of your pores. They tend to appear larger when they have dirt and debris in them, so the best thing to have a good cleansing regime...

Emms

Just thought I would post an update since I wasnt wanting to improve my skin for my wedding and it was two weeks ago. The week before my skin was terrible, probably the nerves, but for the wedding it was fab and the make up lady did a fab job too. Heres a pic for you all to see



Theres loads more on my bebo page http://emmalouisebee.bebo.com

Thanks to everyone for their suggestions

Emma

skintlass

Hi Emms - you looked glowing. Just thought I'd add in my experiences as I've struggled since I hit my teens with spots. I tried all sorts of facials, lotions and potions, micro dermabrasion (professionally) - you name it I tried it. I finally got a handle on my skin when I watched This Morning and realised that it was possible I had PCOS - the doc on there said any woman consistently getting acne over the age of 20 should get checked for it - I spoke to my doctor - got checked and was diagnosed. I take dianette now and apart from a few spots when I have my period my skin is ok. Two points to note though - having regular facials and paying attention to my skin over the years resulted in having very few wrinkles/lines at 37 and the best deep cleanising facial I have ever had was a Rene Guinot one.

dmg24

Emms,

You look absolutely stunning!

Congratulations on getting married x

Kristina_2

I’m not sure you are referring to blackheads, whiteheads, or very large pores, but I will cover all topics for you.
Do see a dermatologist to remove blackheads. They have the tools and the know–how to safely remove blackheads without causing scarring or infection. If you have just a few blackheads, use a comedone extractor. Using your fingers to squeeze them out can spread bacteria and can cause scarring. It's best to remove blackheads after a warm shower or bath, when your skin is soft. And always disinfect any tools with rubbing alcohol before you use them on your face.
Do wash your pillowcase every night and always use clean face towels if you have acne–prone skin. Dirty towels and pillowcases can harbor bacteria and germs that can make acne worse. Don't pick, pop, squeeze, or otherwise mess with your skin. Squeezing blemishes or whiteheads can lead to infection or scarring. It almost always makes the acne you have worse. You should never tangle with a whitehead as they'll go away on their own in a few days anyway.
For more beauty tips and tricks, also skin problem treatments visit: https://www.beautybits.eu
Almost forget - the skin is your mirror. So be aware what you eat, how much you sleep, worry. Because even if you be beautiful after the treatmens - you'll need to look after yourself before the wed.
So do not worry about the skin - you ARE getting married, so just enjoy

melancholly

just had a quick look at the wedding pics - you look fab!!
i've had bad skin since junior school - apparently the earlier you get it, the longer it stays
it's getting better now (late 20s) but i still find that in times of stress i look terrible!! i find the clinique seven day scrub cream great, and i also only put moisturiser on every other day (can't remember where i read that tip but it seems to help)

but it's all irrelevant now as in those photos you look amazing!!