Skincare woes

[cjeanette]

I feel like I am constantly fighting pimples and cystic acne in the chin region that I am not used to. I can't tell if I have normal or combo skin.

Talk to me like I am 2. What should I be doing?
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[CloudBee]

Do you normally moisturize? Once I got into a good routine of moisturizing every night after my shower, my skin transormed. I rarely get cystic acne now.

[mfluder]

One, I'm a derm stuff, but it really helps the smaller stuff and not the chin pimples. As a result, I do this when I have chin break outs, but of course, I don't know how much retina helps (if at all honest).

First, I use this, as recommended by my derm. Not every day, just when I need it. If you get it, make sure you get the cream version, as its not as drying, which can make it worse. www.amazon.com/Panadol-Panoxyl-Acne-Creamy-6-Ounce/dp/B004WIEF7A/ref=sr_1_1?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1341327128&sr=8-1&keywords=pan+oxyl+cream (PanOxyl Cream Wash)

Second, I put a salicylic acid on it. I've been using this, which works well for me (I like having 2%, though my derm actually recommended .5%). www.amazon.com/Peter-Thomas-Roth-Acne-Clearing/dp/B0006BDQDG/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1341327223&sr=1-2&keywords=peter+thomas+roth+acne+clearing

Third, I've been using a glycolic night cream, which I think has been helping (not hurting at least). Uh, there are less expensive options than this, clearly. Clark's Botantical's Marine Cream: www.birchbox.com/shop/clark-s-botanicals-smoothing-marine-cream

And Fourth, I have a standing prescription now for anti-biotics to take a week at a time if necessary. I've only had to use it twice. I never thought I'd go this route, but its worth it, for me.

[cjeanette]

Jul 3, 2012 9:21:04 GMT -5 CloudBee said:

Do you normally moisturize? Once I got into a good routine of moisturizing every night after my shower, my skin transormed. I rarely get cystic acne now.

Yep, everynight and spf everyone morning

[cjeanette]

Oooh, I been thinking about the Clarks Botanicals! I may need to use some birchbox points....

[mfluder]

Jul 3, 2012 12:27:28 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Oooh, I been thinking about the Clarks Botanicals! I may need to use some birchbox points....

I really have no idea if its all in my head, but I really do think my skin looks better. It's calmer, less red, and I've been having smaller/less breakouts. I still need spot treatment (but the PTR stuff is gentle enough I can use over large areas - aka my entire chin, without issue). CB's radiance mask is really nice too...

[Deleted]

I can recommend a derm in Leawood:). She's actually a PA so she's pretty inexpensive and easy to see.

I ended up with a topical prescription, antibiotics, and face wash from Wal-Mart being the best combo. I also try to wash my make up brushes more. And not touch my face.

[cjeanette]

Jul 3, 2012 13:37:23 GMT -5 @kcpokergal said:

I can recommend a derm in Leawood:). She's actually a PA so she's pretty inexpensive and easy to see.

I ended up with a topical prescription, antibiotics, and face wash from Wal-Mart being the best combo. I also try to wash my make up brushes more. And not touch my face.

At Dermotology and Skin Cancer Center? Went there and didn't remotely like them.

[cjeanette]

Jul 2, 2012 21:40:12 GMT -5 carrotsmakemefat said:

DDF glycolic serum at night.

I was using this all winter and it seemed to do great for me. Once the weather changed I feel like it is making the chin worse? Do you think it helps dry skin? That would explain it.

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Jul 3, 2012 13:42:15 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

Jul 3, 2012 13:37:23 GMT -5 @kcpokergal said:

I can recommend a derm in Leawood:). She's actually a PA so she's pretty inexpensive and easy to see.

I ended up with a topical prescription, antibiotics, and face wash from Wal-Mart being the best combo. I also try to wash my make up brushes more. And not touch my face.

At Dermotology and Skin Cancer Center? Went there and didn't remotely like them.

Yeah. Bummer.

[cjeanette]

Jul 11, 2012 7:15:32 GMT -5 v said:

Jul 3, 2012 13:43:24 GMT -5 cjeanette said:

I was using this all winter and it seemed to do great for me. Once the weather changed I feel like it is making the chin worse? Do you think it helps dry skin? That would explain it.

Have you thought of trying DDF's glycolic toner? Maybe that would work for you for warmer months?

I should look into that. I have been using a Clinique toner from years ago I found in the cabinet and it seems to be helping.