Night Cream Recs for Prevention

[ssmjlm]

I feel like I can't find a night cream that wows me.  Or maybe they're not supposed to?

I had an origins one that was more just a renewal cream vs night, so when it ran out I ordered this origins one:



But after 2 nights of use, I'm broken out all on my jawline with little bumps.

I'm willing to spend a decent amount or go drugstore.  I've used neutrogena w/no issue, but Oil of Olay breaks me out too.

[kittycatlove]

I've been using Philosophy's Hope in Jar Night. I think it's more of a renewal than a prevention. I really like it. I had previously used a Neutrogena one but felt I needed a little something more.

Do you have a Sephora near you that you could get a few samples of different kinds?

[Deleted]

Not exactly a night cream, but Retin-A has done wonders for me and I use it at night. If you can't get a prescription, I'd try a non-prescription strength retinol. The science behind retinol is very strong.

Revive Moisturizing Renewal Cream wows me, but it is not MM.

[rikki]

Feb 27, 2014 17:56:58 GMT -5 v said:

Not exactly a night cream, but Retin-A has done wonders for me and I use it at night. If you can't get a prescription, I'd try a non-prescription strength retinol. The science behind retinol is very strong.

This is what I was going to suggest, too.  My insurance covers it, but if it did not, it costs about $40 a tube.  One tube lasts quite a long time as you really only need a tiny drop. 

[tacom]

Feb 27, 2014 18:03:12 GMT -5 rikki said:

Feb 27, 2014 17:56:58 GMT -5 v said:

Not exactly a night cream, but Retin-A has done wonders for me and I use it at night. If you can't get a prescription, I'd try a non-prescription strength retinol. The science behind retinol is very strong.

This is what I was going to suggest, too.  My insurance covers it, but if it did not, it costs about $40 a tube.  One tube lasts quite a long time as you really only need a tiny drop. 

Do you use a cream or gel?

I started the micro gel for acne and hyper pigmentation a few weeks ago and haven't been blown away yet. I know the full effect can take up to 3 months though so I'm waiting it out.

[rikki]

Mar 2, 2014 7:33:22 GMT -5 tacom said:

Feb 27, 2014 18:03:12 GMT -5 rikki said:

This is what I was going to suggest, too.  My insurance covers it, but if it did not, it costs about $40 a tube.  One tube lasts quite a long time as you really only need a tiny drop. 

Do you use a cream or gel?

I started the micro gel for acne and hyper pigmentation a few weeks ago and haven't been blown away yet. I know the full effect can take up to 3 months though so I'm waiting it out.

The cream. I'm in Chicago and didn't bring it. When I get home I'll find out the exact specifics (brand, strength) and email it to you.

Have you started flaking and peeling yet? Once that stage was over I really started thinking my complexion looked better. It took some time.

[tacom]

Mar 2, 2014 9:01:28 GMT -5 rikki said:

Mar 2, 2014 7:33:22 GMT -5 tacom said:

Do you use a cream or gel?

I started the micro gel for acne and hyper pigmentation a few weeks ago and haven't been blown away yet. I know the full effect can take up to 3 months though so I'm waiting it out.

The cream. I'm in Chicago and didn't bring it. When I get home I'll find out the exact specifics (brand, strength) and email it to you.

Have you started flaking and peeling yet? Once that stage was over I really started thinking my complexion looked better. It took some time.

I think so. I had some redness/irritation and maybe a *tiny* bit of peeling along my jawline (where I was focusing application), but nothing dramatic. I have a follow up appt on Wednesday so we'll see what my derm says!

[ssmjlm]

Oh sorry, I was on doxy and retin-a, pre-TTC, but had to go off of everything for pregnancy and breastfeeding. I plan to go back to my derm this summer once we fully wean.

I might try the philosophy, I tried that on my hand at sephora when I returned the other stuff.

[Deleted]

Mar 2, 2014 7:33:22 GMT -5 tacom said:

Feb 27, 2014 18:03:12 GMT -5 rikki said:

This is what I was going to suggest, too.  My insurance covers it, but if it did not, it costs about $40 a tube.  One tube lasts quite a long time as you really only need a tiny drop. 

Do you use a cream or gel?

I started the micro gel for acne and hyper pigmentation a few weeks ago and haven't been blown away yet. I know the full effect can take up to 3 months though so I'm waiting it out.

I've used both (always micro though).  It was never something that blew me away or lead to immediate results (although I do think it helped a bit with acne), but I'm really happy with the condition of my skin at almost 35, and I'd imagine my years of Retin-A use has a lot to do with that.

[tacom]

Mar 3, 2014 10:00:47 GMT -5 v said:

Mar 2, 2014 7:33:22 GMT -5 tacom said:

Do you use a cream or gel?

I started the micro gel for acne and hyper pigmentation a few weeks ago and haven't been blown away yet. I know the full effect can take up to 3 months though so I'm waiting it out.

I've used both (always micro though).  It was never something that blew me away or lead to immediate results (although I do think it helped a bit with acne), but I'm really happy with the condition of my skin at almost 35, and I'd imagine my years of Retin-A use has a lot to do with that.

this makes me happy to hear! if it's as much about prevention, I'm ok with that.  

v, you will always be 31 in my head. 

[mfluder]

Mar 3, 2014 10:14:43 GMT -5 tacom said:

Mar 3, 2014 10:00:47 GMT -5 v said:

I've used both (always micro though).  It was never something that blew me away or lead to immediate results (although I do think it helped a bit with acne), but I'm really happy with the condition of my skin at almost 35, and I'd imagine my years of Retin-A use has a lot to do with that.

this makes me happy to hear! if it's as much about prevention, I'm ok with that.  

v, you will always be 31 in my head. 

I used it every other day and it took six months but my skin looked amazing. I suck at staying consistent though. Planning to work on being consistent again.