Beauty routines.

lovesclimbing · August 2018

I mostly meant oral medications like accutane and such and things like hormonal BC, but I also would prefer to not use other medications on my skin either. I'd like to get away from salicylic acid, too.

@shessocold, ooh that's a good idea. I'll ask my midwives when I see them for my prenatal visits. Whatever I do, I might not really do anything until I'm no longer pregnant, which is more than half a year down the road. Last pregnancy, my skin stayed the same/was maybe slightly better. This pregnancy, it seems to be worse. It's been the worst it's ever been for a few weeks now. So I hate to radically change or do anything big if part of it is just pregnancy hormones for now.

JeeGooDowster · August 2018

I'll be 37 in October. Luckily I haven't had much grays but i have 10 or so really thick white strands that stick out (bc I have jet black hair)...my coworkers more or less just stare at it in convo and keep asking if they can pull it out (i won't let them).

I do my own hands and feet - I'm too cheap...and I also like changing colors every 2 weeks LOL.

I've been using Anti-Aging Olay face lotion since i was like 13 years old...and used Clinique toner first...but now i discovered a much cheaper toner...Witch Hazel!! It's done well for my skin - but I haven't been using since I'm preggo....can'at wait to start caring about my skin again LOL.

ILoveBeachMusic · August 2018

@lovesclimbing I know you think of this as solely a cosmetic problem but it is important to keep your skin healthy. It is the largest organ of the body. It also is very involved (first line of defense) in the immune system so you don't want to mess around if the acne is so bad that it could compromise your skin's function. If you can find a dermatologist, I think you should at least see what they would say reasonable treatment would be.

lovesclimbing · August 2018

ILoveBeachMusic said:

@lovesclimbing I know you think of this as solely a cosmetic problem but it is important to keep your skin healthy. It is the largest organ of the body. It also is very involved (first line of defense) in the immune system so you don't want to mess around if the acne is so bad that it could compromise your skin's function. If you can find a dermatologist, I think you should at least see what they would say reasonable treatment would be.

Yes, I do realize that. I don't think it's that bad that it's affecting my skin's function. It goes in phases where it's worse or better.

Anyway, sorry to derail the thread!

CharmedPam · August 2018

btw if anyone wants this, my micropolish is on sale right now. It's very gentle and I like it so far. I'll probably pick up some more jars.

https://www.makeupartistschoice.com/SALE-PAGE-MICRO-POLISH_p_365.html?goal=0_90097d1c05-43adb39c46-45620167

Using Micro Polish will:

Gently wipe away dead surface skin cells and sebum, soften lines, wrinkles, scarring.
Lighten acne marks, hyperpigmentation from sun damage, hormonal hyperpigmentation, or post-acid-peel skin tone unevenness.
Refine skin's overall texture by gently polishing the skin.

PrettyGirlLost · August 2018

Fun discussion topic! TLDR: Sephora, take all my money, lol!

Sun damage is the leading cause of all our aging skin woes, and you want to prevent Melanoma as well.

Number 2 is Vitamin A, AKA Retin-A. Yes, it was originally developed to treat acne, but it has some of the most powerful anti aging properties of anything on the market. You will need a prescription for it, and oftentimes insurance will deny your claim unless you have a prior authorization. But sometimes it's worth it to buy it without insurance coverage; with my plan it would have been $65 for a tube that will last me forever. . . well until it expires. That's much cheaper than SK-II products, Creme de la Mer, and most other high end skincare and anti aging products. YMMV on price, though.

If you can't get a hold of Retin-A, start using Retinols. These are Vitiman A derivatives and they are available OTC, but they are much less effective because they are in much lower dosages. However, when used over time most women do see results.

The Ordinary has several Retinol products, as well as a ton of other serums and skincare products and their prices are great: https://theordinary.com/

Once you hit your 30's your skin cells don't regenerate and slough off as quickly as they used to, so exfoliation a few times a week becomes important.

Check out the Korean Beauty Routine. It might seem complicated or too long, but you can adapt and pare down the steps to suit your lifestyle.

And The Dermstore has a nice summary of how to order your skincare routine and why:

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PrettyGirlLost · August 2018

lovesclimbing said:

I mostly meant oral medications like accutane and such and things like hormonal BC, but I also would prefer to not use other medications on my skin either. I'd like to get away from salicylic acid, too.

@shessocold, ooh that's a good idea. I'll ask my midwives when I see them for my prenatal visits. Whatever I do, I might not really do anything until I'm no longer pregnant, which is more than half a year down the road. Last pregnancy, my skin stayed the same/was maybe slightly better. This pregnancy, it seems to be worse. It's been the worst it's ever been for a few weeks now. So I hate to radically change or do anything big if part of it is just pregnancy hormones for now.

I agree with PP's that you should consider seeing a dermatologist when you can afford it, lovesclimbing. Acne is a medical condition, and there are lots of ways to treat it. Sadly holistic remedies just don't work sometimes. Sometimes we need more powerful compounds or drugs.

Granted, Accutane is hella more powerful and has nasty side effects when compared to most other treatments, RX or holistic or otherwise, but that isn't necessarily the only treatment a dermatologist would prescribe for acne. There *should* be a lot of options for you to give you some relief and allow you to continue to breastfeed and still be crunchy too!

I feel badly that you have been struggling with skin issues for so long. I can relate because I have Rosacea and wasn't diagnosed until I was in my mid 20's >< And there's no known cause or cure, so yay, fun!

frances_l · August 2018

Accutane! That is the one that my coworker uses. It does have side effects. Like her skin is looking really nice and even but now she gets really chapped lips.

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