Hormonal Acne...

[InSearchOfPerfectSkin]

My skin has been extremely clear since using my Clarisonic, but I seem to always get a pesky pimple around my jawline and mouth during that time of the month. I actually just battled my last pimple on my chin, and it has yet to go down completely 2 weeks later! Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you in advance! xo!

 

[shellygrrl]

Spot treat that sucker.

Burt's Bees has a couple of options that are super affordable. Or if you want to go hard-core, something like La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo (US formula is a spot treatment; EU formula can be used all over the face).

 

[InSearchOfPerfectSkin]

Thanks so much Shelly, you are wonderful! Going to look into La Roche-Posay...
What would you suggest specifically from Burt's? Thank you again!

Spot treat that sucker.

Burt's Bees has a couple of options that are super affordable. Or if you want to go hard-core, something like La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo (US formula is a spot treatment; EU formula can be used all over the face).

 

[InSearchOfPerfectSkin]

Also, I was recommended some products from my dermatologist, but they are just so damn drying!

 

[Chelsssea]

Have you tried spot treating with a BP cream?

 

[InSearchOfPerfectSkin]

Thanks so much for your response! No, I haven't. What is a BP cream and can you suggest a good one? Thank you again!

Have you tried spot treating with a BP cream?

 

[shellygrrl]

Thanks so much Shelly, you are wonderful! Going to look into La Roche-Posay...
What would you suggest specifically from Burt's? Thank you again!

They have one treatment in a bottle and one in rollerball form. The latter is what I used to use ages ago. I think the formulas are pretty similar to each other; the rollerball is just more portable.

 

[InSearchOfPerfectSkin]

Thanks, Shelly!

 

[JessicaL]

Hi, have you tried grapefruit acne spot treatement from citrusclear? It works very well for me. It contains salicylic acid to treat existing, prevent future breakouts, and control oily skin.

 

[Mixxi]

Spot treatments are good as even if they are drying they on,y target the area you put them on. I really like Lush's cosmetic warrior face mask for hormonal spots as it is naturally antibacterial and not at all drying. I use it every day when I breakout.

 

[VAL4M]

Use acid toner! Neostrata clarifying solution, or Pether Thomas Roth [h=1]Wrinkle X Peel Pads, Bliss and Kate Somerville and Pixi all have those acid toner or pads. if you do not have oily skin make sure you are still using a good moisturizer, also use a gentle cleanser if you have a lot of redness in your skin. I love Tata Harper purifying cleanser (expensive but so good) [/h]

 

[Acne]

Best foundation/concealer for oily acne prone skin?

I am a 13 year old with mild forehead acne. I am very insecure about it and have tried everything, from proactive to chemical peels. I have been considering wearing makeup to conceal my acne and feel more confedient. The problem is I have never wore foundation. I want to find a good foundation where it doesn't look cakey and has enough coverage without breaking me out. However I don't know if I should use concealer instead of foundation on my entire face. (I have oily acne prone skin) What do you guys recommend (school is starting soon and I am looking to invest in high end makeup)

 

[shellygrrl]

I am a 13 year old with mild forehead acne. I am very insecure about it and have tried everything, from proactive to chemical peels. I have been considering wearing makeup to conceal my acne and feel more confedient. The problem is I have never wore foundation. I want to find a good foundation where it doesn't look cakey and has enough coverage without breaking me out. However I don't know if I should use concealer instead of foundation on my entire face. (I have oily acne prone skin) What do you guys recommend (school is starting soon and I am looking to invest in high end makeup)

Are your parents okay with you wearing makeup at this age? I ask because if they say 'no', I believe that should be respected.

You're only thirteen. Acne often comes with puberty and sometimes doesn't clear up completely until well into adulthood (yay hormones). Personally, I recommend investing in a skincare routine instead of a high end foundation or concealer; at your age it will be a much better, much more useful investment. (And even if you are allowed to wear makeup, you still need to have a skincare routine.) A good routine that works for you will, at the very least, help keep breakouts under control. And you need to use it every day.

Were you using Proactiv every day?