I've recently purchased some Biotherm products but after reading some online customer reviews about the particular ones I have, I realized that they contain alcohol (it says "alcohol denat." in the ingredients lists). I've heard that alcohol clogs pores or is very bad for the skin... now I'm debating whether or not I should go and return these skincare products (is Biotherm a good brand anyway?).
2006-07-10 19:52:31 · 32 answers · asked by fruitxcakee 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
I'm pretty sure I have combination skin (oily T-zone). Would the products still dry out my skin?
2006-07-10 20:03:54 · update #1
i only use products with natural ingredients, such as olive oil. http://www.olive.sg
2006-07-24 05:49:30 · answer #1 · answered by Podbie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most facial products contain alcohol, some contain less of it, some more of it. As far as I know, Biotherm is a great brand, I have been using it for a year now and really love it! (I have combination skin). This product line doesn't hurt your skin, but instead the skin after using Biotherm is more even and soooo smooth. (Wow, it sounds like ads :)
What I think is give it a try and after decide if you want to go on on with it.
All very best to you!
2006-07-15 14:36:32 · answer #2 · answered by Wannaknow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alcohol Denat Bad For Skin
2016-11-10 09:36:41 · answer #3 · answered by gremer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would avoid them - there are other more natural products around.
The reason for using skincare products is to help the skin and I really am not convinced that alcohol-based ones work at all.
As for Biotherm, I'm sorry, I haven't heard of it but go to a department store and get some samples - you can try a few out and see which you prefer and which actually suit your skin
2006-07-24 21:12:29 · answer #4 · answered by Annalyse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not bad - just could dry the skin out. If you already have dry skin I would return them - if your skin is normal to leaning on the oily side I would give them a try. Biotherm is a great brand and usually has wonderful products.
2006-07-10 19:57:17 · answer #5 · answered by hot_fiat 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It won't clog your pores, but it is very drying. Much depends on your type of skin and your age. If you are a teenager with oily skin, some alcohol in products won't hurt.
2006-07-10 19:57:55 · answer #6 · answered by amazonactivist 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all alcohols are bad for the skin. Cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol are 2 types that are often used in certain lotions and face washes (Cetaphil uses them). These are emollient alcohols that are actually good for skin. I've been using Cetaphil face wash for many years and find it's the only thing that doesn't aggravate my sensitive skin. But beware products that list plain alcohol. These can be very hard on your skin.
2006-07-23 04:51:45 · answer #7 · answered by Garfield 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alcohol products is drying and absorbs oil for skin. For example, if you have a combination skin, and you would want to use a toner with alcohol content, you can only use it at your T-zone area.
As for your cheeks, as it is more vulnerable, you only can use a toner without alcohol content. It would be mild and better for your skin.
2006-07-23 05:33:19 · answer #8 · answered by Kiong J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alcohol makes the skin dry, but I know someone that will put alcohol on the on-site of a pimple. It dries it right up. I wouldn't use it all over my face though.
2006-07-23 17:44:30 · answer #9 · answered by Jenn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alcohol will dry your skin, also unclogged pore...try cleanser for combination skin or with little alcohol..since you have T-zone oily skin try to use the toner just in that area that shines...I had problem finding a the right products...
i use now the clear pore toner....it does not dry my skin...from neutrogena...
2006-07-24 20:38:02 · answer #10 · answered by Minerva01 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Alcohol can dry the skin, but isn't that what you want? In moderation, it can help your skin. I recommend a balancing cleanser like Phiso-Derm to clear up the T-zone.
My face was messed up until I went to a dermatologist for Accutane, even proactiv didn't work.
2006-07-24 06:44:21 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋