Dry Face

<< this happens every single winter and i am fed up! >>


Laura, so you have laid out your skincare routine to us. As I can tell you
don't exfoliate. Sure those cleansing cloths may contain an exfoliant according
to the manufacturer, but you need to use some type of chemical exfoliant. Look
for something with alpha hydroxy acid or beta (salicylic acid) hydroxy acid.
That will help dissolve those dead skin cells built up on the surface of your
skin. You can moisturize unti the cows come home but you need to remove the
surface debris and dead skin cells that accumulate into dry flakes and patches.


Also, drink water, water, water, and more water. Watch your consumption of
caffeine in sodas, teas, coffees and even hot cocoa. These dehydrate the skin
if more that 2 cups a day are consumed. Get a humidifer for your bedroom. Have
the humidifer turned on whenever you are home. Even if you aren't in your
bedroom. You need moisture in the air. If you live in the states you can find
humidifers at Lowe's, Home Depot, Walgreens, CVS, Target, Walmart and even
K-mart. Use a humidifer everyday. Plus stop using that soap. Soaps are full of
binders and waxes which are known to clogg pores. But they also strip the skin
of its oils so then you can feel tight and dry.

Sorry to write a book, but I hope these suggestions help.

Cindi
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Laura wrote:
> Hi all
>
> this happens every single winter and i am fed up!
>
> my skin feels dry and i have small flakes on my face. i probably dont
> take as much care of my skin as i should...i am posting here for any
> good advice!
>
> i am 24 years old and generally have good skin - very little dryness,
> no spots. my skin is a little pink and my pores are bigger than i
> would like but that's life!
>
> i use cleansing cloths every night before i go to bed followed by a
> moisturiser - Garnier at the moment...i can never stick with one
> product as i am never entirely happy with the results. when i
> shower, i use Pears soap (naughty, naughty i know) followed by the
> same moisturiser.
>
> i want to get rid of the flakes i keep getting. they are worse on my
> nose and right under my eyes. can anyone give me hints for
> exfoliating and general skincare? tips for smaller pores would be
> good too! i dont have a lot of money so am not able to go out and
> spend a lot on products.
>
> thanks!

aqueous cream from your local boots or whatever
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Hi Laura,
You are doing everything right, the only thing you need is a more
powerful moisturizer for Winter months, like Nutrithys Cream for
Ultra-Dry Skin by Sothys Paris. It is not available retail, but can be
found at http://www.image-and-beauty.com/sothysparis2.htm. We
sometimes don't realize that we need different products for hot and
cold time of the year, because the environment affects our skin
differently during Summer and Winter. Also,in winter, having a
humidifier in your room, especially in your bedroom, would be a great
idea, because central heating is extremely drying for the skin. If you
can't get a humidifier, put a fishbowl filled with water in your room.
That would add at least some moisture to the air. As to exfoliants
containing AHA's, I would not recommend it for Winter - AHA is DRYING
and is much better for Summer months. Good luck!
Tiffani
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> Laura wrote:
> > Hi all
> >
> > this happens every single winter and i am fed up!
> >
> > my skin feels dry and i have small flakes on my face. i probably dont
> > take as much care of my skin as i should...i am posting here for any
> > good advice!
> >
> > i am 24 years old and generally have good skin - very little dryness,
> > no spots. my skin is a little pink and my pores are bigger than i
> > would like but that's life!
> >
> > i use cleansing cloths every night before i go to bed followed by a
> > moisturiser - Garnier at the moment...i can never stick with one
> > product as i am never entirely happy with the results. when i
> > shower, i use Pears soap (naughty, naughty i know) followed by the
> > same moisturiser.
> >
> > i want to get rid of the flakes i keep getting. they are worse on my
> > nose and right under my eyes. can anyone give me hints for
> > exfoliating and general skincare? tips for smaller pores would be
> > good too! i dont have a lot of money so am not able to go out and
> > spend a lot on products.
> >
> > thanks!
>
> aqueous cream from your local boots or whatever
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