For People with (Super) Sensitive Skins ..
Tuesday, November 16, 2010 @ 11:05 PM
As you all know, I'm one with SERIOUS skin's problem. From Pimples to Blemishes, to now Acne to having Acne scars, can say my face is damn Cui ~ Hahaha ..
And when walking down the street, I can see random strangers' face, if not better, or skin condition more worse than me. Sometimes I wonder, " Did they do something about it, or like me, tried EVERYTHING and yet nothing works on them ? " Hmmz ..
I can say I tried EVERYTHING. From Pimple cream (Oxy Cover), to Facial (Ucara) and to Doctors exterior prescription Gel (Differine), nothing works. Pimples and Acne still comes out to party on my face. FML.
Until I discovered Avene.
Once, my friend, Ting Ting, recommended them to me. She told me that the brand is specially for Super or typical Sensitive skins. Being skeptical and frugal, I just passed them off as " High End Materials " as the products are quite expensive (More than $15 per product) and purchase those cheaper face wash such as "Acne" The Brand.
BIG MISTAKE.
Because my face is super sensitive, "Acne" is actually quite strong on my face (despite stated it's mild) and soon, more acnes started to come out and my face condition worsen. Thus, have to stop using it.
Then, it's that time of the month again to stock up on beauty products. I went to Watson and purchase facewashes I know is "Light" on my face and this time, Avene's promoter approach me and recommended their Moisturizer to me. I've decided to give it a try and to my amazed, it actually moisturize and calm my skin down by a lot !! Hence. I've decided to recommend to you guys (who are reading) so that you may give it a try.
*Mind you, it ain't cheap.
First off ..
Avene's Thermal Spring Water
I found this DAMN USEFUL. It not only can be used as a Toner, it can also calm your face down from redness if your face is flushing red from Exercise, or just pure heaty after a hot and long walk. Of couse, you have to wash your face first before spraying it to really see the effect.
Price : SGD$ 20 ++ (Don't Remember. Hahah ..)
Direction : After washing your face, dry your face with a clean towel before spraying the Thermal water all over it. Once done, pat your face for a while to let the skin absorb the water.
I found this DAMN USEFUL. It not only can be used as a Toner, it can also calm your face down from redness if your face is flushing red from Exercise, or just pure heaty after a hot and long walk. Of couse, you have to wash your face first before spraying it to really see the effect.
Price : SGD$ 20 ++ (Don't Remember. Hahah ..)
Direction : After washing your face, dry your face with a clean towel before spraying the Thermal water all over it. Once done, pat your face for a while to let the skin absorb the water.
2. Avene's Clearance Series - Emulsion
I'm using this when I'm going out because after applying it, it reveal a quite clearer face. Plus, your face is moisturized and it also can calm your face down to prevent possible break-outs.
Price : SGD$ 20 ++ (This one also Don't remember. Sorry.)
Direction : After spraying the thermal water, wait for it to dry. When dried, apply a THIN layer on your face and pat your face for a while and let your skin absorb the moisturizer. DO NOT APPLY TOO MUCH. It will become sticky. Been there.
The 2 mentioned are the ones I'm using now and found it useful. Hence, I decided to recommend them to friends experiencing the same problems as I am. There are also other Series of products meant to solve your problems such as Age-ing and Dried Skin. You can click on the picture below to go to their main Website to see what kind of Series they have.
I'm using this when I'm going out because after applying it, it reveal a quite clearer face. Plus, your face is moisturized and it also can calm your face down to prevent possible break-outs.
Price : SGD$ 20 ++ (This one also Don't remember. Sorry.)
Direction : After spraying the thermal water, wait for it to dry. When dried, apply a THIN layer on your face and pat your face for a while and let your skin absorb the moisturizer. DO NOT APPLY TOO MUCH. It will become sticky. Been there.
The 2 mentioned are the ones I'm using now and found it useful. Hence, I decided to recommend them to friends experiencing the same problems as I am. There are also other Series of products meant to solve your problems such as Age-ing and Dried Skin. You can click on the picture below to go to their main Website to see what kind of Series they have.
As this is not a elixir to your face problem, results may vary depending on oneself. If irritations and break-outs occured, PLEASE STOP USING. You are not suitable for it and don't keep using 'cause it's expensive. You can pass it to someone else who are suited for it.
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So far I'm using this method of face-washing and nothing has happened so I can recommend you this method. JUST FOR YOUR INFORMATION. You can choose not to use it.
Step 1 : Find a suitable face wash and stick to it !!
Products that says your face will feel fresh and cool, tend to be hard on your sensitive skin. Sensitive skins can't take harsh condition now, and any wrong application, can make the situation worse.
So choose 1 that cleanse your face and don't have other side effects (i.e : Tightening of face = Your face is suffering. You really should stop using it)
Step 2 : Dry your face with a clean towel and Apply Toner.
Many people tend to overlook the Toner part. It's quite important as the right Toner not only calms your face, it also control the oil secretion of your face. Plus, it act as a base for applying moisturizer.
Do note, do not apply too much Toner. Too much of it, will also dry your skin and make your face worse. Just a light cover over your face will do.
Step 3 : Applying of Moisturizer.
This step is deemed SUPER IMPORTANT. After washing your face, your skin will tend to feel dried out as the loss of water has occurred. Hence, replenishing of moisture on your face is needed to prevent your face from drying and Drying can cause the face to produce more oil, thus producing pimples and oily skins.
Do note that applying a thin layer will do, as applying a huge amount will make your face oily/sticky and you will feel uncomfortable.
Side note : If you happened to have pimples the day before, I suggest you to apply Oxy cover. It works effectively and and dried the pimples by the next day or 3. But, do not apply it across your face as this products is also considered to be too strong for Sensitive skin and tend to dry the moisture in your face up.
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Above is the method I used if my skin started to show signs of break-outs. But guys, I suggest at night, just used Toner and then that's it, Unless your face is dry then you need to apply moisturizer. Your skins still needs to breath.
Despite the method introduce, it's best to still sleep early and watch what you eat. Too much deep fried and oily food + countless late nights will caused a toil on your skin + body and thus Acne is formed.
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Hope this article is able to help those troubled skins out. Any questions, please post them on my Tagboard and I will reply to them shortly.
Till then,
Have a Happy and Cleansed Skin !!