Help me make my skin look better

angelil

^^ I have to agree with this!

The best you can do for your skin is as follows:

Do not smoke.
Drink plenty of water.
Stay out of the sun, and use sunscreen even on days that are not sunny/when you will not be sunbathing.
Try to eat well (most of the time ). Going vegetarian for at least half the week is a good way of doing this (and I mean proper vegetarian...not a margherita pizza and chips kind of vegetarian ).

On top of this, as others have said, you need to use skin care that's right for your skin, and that won't necessarily be the most expensive.

Exfoliate twice a week - again, using a product that's right for you (but even coffee grounds will do it - very MSE!).

Always, always remove makeup at night.

Toner isn't necessary. Moisturiser is.

Use an eye cream - any will do, it doesn't have to be expensive. Alternatively, if you don't want to buy a separate product, just use your normal moisturiser sparingly around the eye area.

Don't forget your hands and neck - they are the first areas to betray your age.

Remember that you can't get rid of the wrinkles that you already have - but by following the steps above, you can lessen the effect of future ones.

Bangton

If I could take back some of the money I have wasted on expensive lotions and potions I really would be well off! I've made so many skincare mistakes.

I don't think the answer lies in expensive skincare, it's purely the RIGHT skincare.

For me, it is essential I exfoliate otherwise my skin looks dull and I get spots on my chin. I currently use Body Shop Vit C Microdermabrasion which I love as it's such a lovely fine texture. I use it twice a week.

When I take my makeup off I use Boots cold cream (£2.99) and a warm flannel and repeat the cleansing process twice to make sure all my make up is off.

I personally only use moisturiser once a day as it can make me a bit greasy. My utter favourite is simple's rich moisturiser which again, costs very little and lasts ages. It's called rich but actually isn't

Obviously you can't see my skin so this may not help at all but after years of suffering breakouts/dry patches/dull skin I am finally at a stage where I am happy with the products I use and the way my skin looks. I've spent anything from £2 to £60 on a face cream but in the end consistency has also helped. Sticking to the same products stops my skin reacting badly.

I think finding the right skincare is personal to you but don't be forced to spend a bomb. My biggest recommendation would be to exfoliate as it really does help clear dead skin cells and remove any build up from your skin.

Mrs_pbradley936

angelil wrote: »

^^ I have to agree with this!

The best you can do for your skin is as follows:

Do not smoke.
Drink plenty of water.
Stay out of the sun, and use sunscreen even on days that are not sunny/when you will not be sunbathing.
Try to eat well (most of the time ). Going vegetarian for at least half the week is a good way of doing this (and I mean proper vegetarian...not a margherita pizza and chips kind of vegetarian ).

On top of this, as others have said, you need to use skin care that's right for your skin, and that won't necessarily be the most expensive.

Exfoliate twice a week - again, using a product that's right for you (but even coffee grounds will do it - very MSE!).

Always, always remove makeup at night.

Toner isn't necessary. Moisturiser is.

Use an eye cream - any will do, it doesn't have to be expensive. Alternatively, if you don't want to buy a separate product, just use your normal moisturiser sparingly around the eye area.

Don't forget your hands and neck - they are the first areas to betray your age.

Remember that you can't get rid of the wrinkles that you already have - but by following the steps above, you can lessen the effect of future ones.

While I agree with what you say I think genes play a huge role too. Plus my friend has 3 teenage children and they all have the most dreadful acne which no amount of eating well and keeping clean can sort out. The girls are fine now because they have been put on the pill but the boy they cannot sort out.

Rummer

I rarely put anything on my face and I have always had clear healthy skin. However the only skin care regime I would use is Estee Lauder. Over the years I tried many many different brands from the cheapest to ones that were eye wateringly expensive and it has been the best for my skin.

It is hard to find what works for your skin as it is often trial and error. If you are comfortable to eventually purchase costly brands then many will give you a consultation and some freebies to take away with you.

I registered with the Estee Lauder site and when I purchase skincare I always get a few free samples. Mainly I buy their skincare sets just after Christmas as they are often greatly reduced and with wee extras.

angelil

Mrs_pbradley936 wrote: »

While I agree with what you say I think genes play a huge role too. Plus my friend has 3 teenage children and they all have the most dreadful acne which no amount of eating well and keeping clean can sort out. The girls are fine now because they have been put on the pill but the boy they cannot sort out.

Oh, I agree completely. I'm another one with persistent acne which sadly I'm only now beginning to grow out of in my late 20s. I've weighed everything from 58 to 68 kilos, been a meat-eater and a vegetarian, exercised a lot and not at all, and tried a variety of skincare routines. Some people you can sadly do little for I'm just hoping it'll pay off when I'm older

NinjaSavingKat

I just wanted to jump in on this thread momentarily... I have and am suffering from cystic acne. If you google it you will see this isn't "normal" acne but large pustules that leave horrific scars... the main thing I have noticed makes a significant difference and it's not something everyone wants to here is going vegan..

I have been a vegetarian all my life ( never eaten meat ever as my parents were very strict ) but it's the cutting out of dairy products, the significant rise of water intake and a "green smoothie" packed with spinach every morning AFTER water with fresh lemon juice...

I fell by the wayside recently and low and behold another postule on my chin that I am slowly getting rid of.. yes creams and that can help with some aspects but I truly believe diet is the way forward if you are wanting to be serious or at least cut back on milk and cheese...

Avene is another I would recommend that someone has already mentioned and the facewash lasts for ever and use Cleanance K with it.. ... and anything without parabens and additives... www.lovelula.com is a site I use for trusted brands...

Worth a look although since being on my debt busting mission I haven't been on the site... good old Dove soap for me for the time being...