Originally Posted By Rebekah o.k. I know some will have no idea why this topics exists (the "just use soap and water" set) but I need some help. Years and years ago I had a fantastic line of products to wash, tone & moisturize my face from Yves Rocher. But they phased out that line and I didn't care for any of their other product lines. For the past few years I've tried a hodge podge of soaps, toners and lotions. But I haven't done a "get a facial" and select spa line or even darkened the counters of the mall. Recently I started using a gentle cleanser again and not only noticed better skintone but taking that brief moment refreshed the mommy batteries, too. So I'm thinking a little pampering of the face may be a really good way to start and end the day. I realize that everyone is different but I'd be interested to know what skincare products you loved or hated. If you ever dabbled with a super expensive one that you loved -or- what super inexpensive item on the drugstore shelves you adore or anywhere in between. Apparently I don't watch or read any "womens" programming because I can't think of the last time I saw a skincare ad aside from Dove or Old Spice. Thanks for any input. Rebekah.
Originally Posted By Lady Starlight This will be an great thread. I too, like to hear and am curious about other womens or mens skin care products,on what works and what doesn't for them. As for myself, I only use dove to wash my face and then use Oil of Olay to moisturize. Thats it for me. Pretty simple.
Originally Posted By smedley I use elemis, it is expensive, but it's really great and more importantly doesn't irritate my highly sensitive skin. It's a cleanser and toner, but the cleanser is rinsed with water like a soap which I like and the toner either sprays on or can be used with a cotton pad. I also use their pro-collagen marine cream, it is amazing but it was a gift and I am not sure I will stretch to that kind of cost when it comes to needing more LOL!
Originally Posted By llanatoye ooh, I need to put in my 2 cents. I've never used soap on my face but I do use a cleanser, it's from Origins. Makes your face feel so wonderful,Checks and Balances Frothy face wash. Origins is sold at a separate counter at Macys and online at www.origins.com. They have quality products, kind of pricey but well worth it. Does a really good job on my rather mature face. Read the reviews on anything you buy from them because different skin types react differently to different products and the reviews help sort it all out. And I have used their moistuizers in the past but right now I'm using Olay Regenerist.
Originally Posted By CuriouserConstance Philosophy has great products. It's on the spendy side so I don't use them regularly, but everything I've tried from them I've loved. They make pretty much everything you can imagine. And their showerwash smells and feels wonderful.
Originally Posted By Sara Tonin At the age of 54 I still have oily skin. I use Neutrogina Oil-Free Acne wash. As a side note to LS; we used to have drug company reps bring in lunch and freebies and one time I slipped and called it Oil of Old Lady and so ever since that's what we've called it.
Originally Posted By LOVE-DCA I use the clean and clear crème cleanser to start with in the morning to keep my pores clean. Then I use a lotion with vitamin E on my face, let it dry and then put my makeup on,
Originally Posted By Tinkeroon I use Cetaphil. It's a mild cleanser. They have the bar form which I use with a cleansing pad (mildly abrasive...the pad not the bar). The pad is not from them, however. After using the bar, I use the Cetaphil liquid cleanser. It leaves my skin feeling light, clean and moisturized. I follow up with Cetaphil lotion. (very light feeling) My mother-in-law recommended it to me years ago, but I never paid it any mind. As I got older and my skin got more sensitive I gave it a try and just love it. Also, in the shower, I use Origins Salt Suds. It's not one of those crystlized salt scrubs. It's just a liquid body wash but it makes my skin feel divine! I love, love, love it!
Originally Posted By LPFan22 I used to use Mary Kay and really enjoyed it because it didn't really feel like I was putting anything on my face. Unfortunately, you can't just walk into a store and buy them but it's easy to find a rep and I don't think it's much more expensive than store bought brands. The same goes for Avon products, which may be a little cheaper than Mary Kay. Now I use Dove for sensitive skin bar soap in the shower and like LS, moisturize with Oil of Olay. I use one in particular that has an SPF formula for daytime. Once in a while I'll use a peeling mask or mud mask but it's usually a hand me down from my mom. She'll buy something, not like it and give it to me. I'm really interested in the Kiss My Face line. Here is the link to that... <a href="http://www.kissmyface.com/index.html" target="_blank">http://www.kissmyface.com/index.html</a>
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 I use Murad products. I started on it years ago when I went to the dermatologist for adult acne. I've moved on to their "mature skin" line and buy it at Sephora. I left the dermatologist when she started talking botox! I like Sephora if you are shopping around for something new (especially the store in DTD They carry several brands and they don't work on commission. They also give samples and will take products back at full refund if you don't like them or don't use them.
Originally Posted By CuriouserConstance Yeah you can find Philosophy products at Sephora too. Fun to sniff all the showerwashes.
Originally Posted By CuriouserConstance Not to mention Oprah uses Philosophy! I mean what more could you ask for?!
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I am not particular but will always use 2 specific items from Shiseido: Benefiance toner BAlancing Softener(really mild on the face) Shiseido purifying mask That mask is the Oriental"s secret for perfect looking skin I believe. Love this.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Go to <a href="http://www.Armhammer.com" target="_blank">http://www.Armhammer.com</a> for many surprising uses including (Bathroom getting personal section) Bath Soak facial scrub and excellent exfoliant before using self-tanning for no streak look. I always buy the huge size at Costco.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub ^Makes me laugh^ I was in a hurry to leave when I posted. Sorry.
Originally Posted By LuLu I use olive oil soap and coconut oil as a moisturizer. Never thought the fancy stuff did anything special. I get nice-smelling soap (fragranced with essential oils) at Marshalls or TJ Maxx. The coconut oil is the same stuff I use for cooking.
Originally Posted By friendofdd DW uses a philosophy product called Amazing Grace. I guess it is costly and she doesn't buy much for herself, but it makes easy gift shopping for me a couple times a year. As for me, I use an electric shaver and aftershave.
Originally Posted By KittyPrincess1206 I use a line of facial products called Reviva Labs. Kinda pricey, but sooo worth it. It's got glycolic acid in it, which helps perfect your skin's PH balance, also exfoliates, and OMG, makes your skin so smooth, my face has never felt like this! Never irritates my skin, and my skin is pretty sensitive. As for moisturizer, Olay Regenerest.
