I've been getting EXTREMELY dry skin on my face, mostly around my mouth and chin... but I also have pimples (a whole crop on my forehead). I talked to someone and they said I should just wash my face once a day instead of morning and night, but I wear makeup... it probably isn't a good idea to sleep with makeup on if I have zits. Should I just say "screw it" and wash my face tonight and moisturize and hope my skin isn't going to flake and peel forever?
2006-10-23 15:28:35 · 19 answers · asked by conste11ations 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
ALSO, I've used proactiv in the past, and while it cleared up my skin to an extent, it removed all the moisture from my skin and made it peel. So I'm never using that again.
2006-10-23 15:34:46 · update #1
Continue to wash your face morning and night. But apply an oil free moisturizer in the morning before you put your makeup on. Exfoliate with a gentle scrub 2 or 3 times a week. Since you wear makeup, make sure it is hypoallergenic and oil free. Also, wash your brushes once a week with a mild soap (I use a couple drops of my face cleanser). Good Skin from Kohl's is a really good line of products. I use the basic cleanser and moisturizer for combination skin. Check it out and see if its for you!
2006-10-23 15:46:46 · answer #1 · answered by Annieo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why not just wash your face at night?
Or use moist make up wipes to take it off, that way you won't be actually washing your face twice but still removing gunk and you can give it a proper wash in the morning.
Make sure to change your pillowcase often (especially if you are washing your face less) because there will be oils, bacteria and stuff that will stay on it and transfer to your clean face.
Your skin has probably got dry because of the harshness of the proactive, i'm not sure what can be done about that, sorry. I had the same thing happen to me, only I used it for years and my skin is REALLY bad. It went from oily and spotty to unbelievably dry and spotty. This is harder imo because you need to find a balance between getting rid of spots and not over-drying your skin and yet keeping it moisturised.
Best of luck and just steer clear of any harsh acne medications.
Mineral makeup is also good for your skin, you might want to look into that. You can sleep with it on.
2006-10-23 15:45:47 · answer #2 · answered by Fluffy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never ever wear make up at night! That is the worst thing you could do. It will lead to premature aging and all of that fun stuff. Always wash your face twice a day with a gentle face wash (maybe go speak to a dermatologist to see what he recommends) and use a moisturizer made specifically for blemish prone skin. I recommend Neutrogena.
2006-10-23 19:10:02 · answer #3 · answered by Little Miss 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds like a bad idea! Why get rid of washing your face? Instead, be careful in choosing your makeup and skincare items You obviously have sensitive skin. You may also try this product I'm using-- Cover Girl advanced radiance lotion sample. Here's where you can find more details http://www.upkb.com/covergirl.php
2006-10-23 15:38:39 · answer #4 · answered by Scotty 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use Oxy Pads, that way you can isolate where your skin comes in contact with the cleanser, however keep in mind, Pimples can be caused by dry skin, so perhaps instead of washing it moisturize.
2006-10-23 15:31:58 · answer #5 · answered by gg 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use Cetaphil to "wash" your face. You can use to just remove your makeup with a tissue, or rinse it off like you would a cleanser. It'll keep your face from drying out. And then use a toner on your forehead that has salicylic acid to help with the breakouts.
2006-10-23 15:34:11 · answer #6 · answered by fiestyredhead 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Always wash before bed to get rid of the make up and dirt from the day. Try skipping the morning scrub and see what happens.
2006-10-23 15:36:14 · answer #7 · answered by therego2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash your face, but don't moisturize. Chances are that your face is already naturally oiled enough (hence the acne), so if you add moisturizers before bed it could clog pores and cause breakouts. Try a soap with moisturizers already in it.
2006-10-23 15:31:29 · answer #8 · answered by fidget0144 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wash your face morning and night, but find a better skin care system than you're using now....
2006-10-23 15:32:59 · answer #9 · answered by scarlett 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wash ur face in morning and at night but put on some special cream and face washers.
2006-10-23 15:31:18 · answer #10 · answered by High_fashion CHIC 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋