I have severely dry skin when I wash my face, but if I don't wash my face I break out. What's a good lotion?

Question

I use pro-active once a day and it clears my skin, but then it dries out like crazy the next morning. I need a lotion that I could use to keep my face hydrated, but won't clog my pores and will work well with the pro-active. Any suggestions?

Answer 1

well first of all pro-active drys out your face period..it has way too much medication it in and its very overrrated..it works for some people but then it eventually starts to dry you out..try using Neutrogena Oil free Moisturizer w/ SPF15..its water based so it absorbs fast, it won't make you greasy and its inexpensive..also they make an Acne Kit called Advanced Solutions acne therapy and more dermatologist actually recommend that kit more than anything else because its gentle but very effective..try using that if your tired of getting dried out, its works faster and its a quarter of the price :)

Answer 2

OK! I have the same problem to. Don't use like a regular lotion because that will clog your pores. What I do is every morning I use the Pro-Active Daily oil control. Or try using orgins because my friend uses that and her face does not look dry at all.

Hope this helps U!!!

Answer 3

Clinique has a face lotion I can't live without. It's sold in a square bottle and the lotion is yellow. It's a very light, thin lotion and doesn't make you break out because it's specially made for the face.

Answer 4

Try one of these natural-based products by Warm Spirit:

Bio Cream: contains pure lanolin, exotic coconut oil, aloe vera gel and the antioxidant qualitiies of vitamin E.

Kindness Cream: Vitamin E, sodium hyaluronate (keeps skin moist and supple), essential oils: ylang-ylang and chamomile

I use the Biocream and it keeps my skin from getting dry all day. I have eczema patchs around my eyes and have not suffered with them in months since I began using it. It prodives the moisture I need daily.

I am an independent consultant for this company too. So I have first hand use.

Answer 5

The very best moisturizer for your face, and anywhere else on your body, is called Moisturel. It is made by Westwood-Squib. It's extremely mild, no overwhelming fragrances, not oily, absorbs quickly and easily, and only need a very small amount. I've been using it for 20+ years. I've bought it at both Walgreen's and CVS, but more recently I can only find it at CVS (which used to be Eckerd). It costs about $10 per 14 oz. bottle. I love it!!

Answer 6

Try Clinique 3 Step Care

Answer 7

if u r using Proactive then u need to get the moisturizer that comes with I think the four or five pack. u need to moisturize ur skin even if it's oily. u can even buy it by itself. I don't know if u buy ur proactive online or at the mall. but if u buy it at the mall, u can buy it at cost with taxes already included. it's pricey but it helps. The moisturizer will balance ur skin while protecting it while u r out with an SPF. which u should be using cause the chemicals in the cleanser and repair could damage ur skin.

Answer 8

do not use cocoa butter...it make you break out. Everybody's skin is different. Go see a facialist and see what she says. Pro Active is the worst product for your ace. I am sure it clears you skin but it is so bad for your skin...way too drying. Go to a trusted facialist and see what she says

Answer 9

I use Aveeno Clear Complexion. It's very gentle on your skin and it's one of the only lotions i've found that doesnt make your skin feel greasy after application. hopefully you'll find something. good luck!

Answer 10

Dove daily lotion with SPF or Vaseline Intensive Care with cocoa butter. I've used both and they are not oily and perfect for all day moisture.