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Topic: Skin Problems
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Gooberzlostlovefound
Knowflake Posts: 727
From: and the embers never fade in your city by the lake
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted April 20, 2006 11:18 AM
 
glycolic acid  :thumsbup:This helped my skin a LOT. Like pixie said, pH is HUGELY IMPORTANT. Can't stress that enough. If the pH of any product is too high, it won't help your skin.
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pchan33
Knowflake Posts: 182
From: usa
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted April 24, 2006 05:55 PM
pixel,Thanks for the response. I was using neostrata 4 pha gluconolactone formulation facial cleaner and neo strata 8 aha oily skin solution. within 3 days, my face looked like an oil slick. I guess maybe because I'm so used to using drying products. Maybe I'll try it again. My chin is covered with painful whiteheads. I hate adult acne! arg.  ------------------
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pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 3604
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: Jun 2005
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posted April 25, 2006 02:46 PM
Why are you using the gluconalactone?Use the one reccomended for acne.
Gluconalactone is designed for DRY skin, not combination/acne. That might be your culprit there. Take it back to where you got it and ask why they would put you on something not designed for your skin type.. get your money back and reinvest it in what you need. The 4% Oil free gel. The texture will feel better to you as well.. it will feel squeeky clean but not tight.
Works beautifully!!!! *shakes her head.. who is selling these products?*
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pchan33
Knowflake Posts: 182
From: usa
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted April 25, 2006 07:35 PM
oh my! no wonder! Thanks so much pixie. I will stop using that right away. I will follow your advice. I'll keep you posted. d'oh!  ------------------
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pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 3604
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: Jun 2005
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posted April 25, 2006 09:56 PM
I'm glad you're giving it another try.Seriously, I am astounded.. who would sell you that particular product, and did they know what they were talking about? I hope to hear from you a week from now, saying how much you love these products.
You will.
Glad we got to the bottom of it.
Be well. Love youself.
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pchan33
Knowflake Posts: 182
From: usa
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted May 03, 2006 03:58 PM
Pixie,
I am happy to report that my skin has improved since getting to correct formulation for my skin. It's been about a week or so. I can't wait to see how good my face looks in a month.  ------------------
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mysticaldream
Knowflake Posts: 170
From: bowling green, ky
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted May 04, 2006 07:55 AM
I agree with the recommendation for glycolic acid. My best had the same skin condition. She no longer had acne but the discoloration from previous acne made her feel that she couldn't be seen without makeup on her skin, and she was embarrassed about it. The light acid "peels" have 90% removed it and her skin now looks great, even without makeup!IP: Logged |
pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 3604
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: Jun 2005
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posted May 04, 2006 11:18 AM
YAYAYAYAYAY!!!!!
That is such fabulous news!
Thanks for the update!( Yes, glycolic peels are awesome too!!!) IP: Logged |
pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 3604
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: Jun 2005
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posted May 10, 2006 10:30 AM
I was reminded recently, of sunscreen!!!!! I think we take it for granted....Aging is external factors and internal factors.... over 90% of 'aging' is external... as in, what you do, what you are exposed to. Sun damage takes ten years to show, and typical 'aging signs' are actually sun damage. Possibly you aren't concerned with aging, but your future self will be... and your future self is dictated by your present self...
So I thought I'd leave a little note on this string to remind everyone to incorporate a sunscreen into their daily routine.
Yes, the sun is our friend, but it has a temper. If you know this, then you arm yourself with a barrier.....
The number one thing you can do is to add an SPF to your routine.. or choose products with one built in, for ease and incidental sun exposure... and take precautions for extended days out.
And of course, check out elsewhere on this site for 'un-aging' or immortality. Keep your body able.  Your friendly neighbourhood skin preacher.
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