SWR: Skin Issues

wiggleit28 Posted: Feb 02, 2011 09:07 AM

SWR: Skin Issues

Good morning on this icy day!

So, my wedding is coming up and i'm having some issues with my skin. REALLLLY dry skin that won't go away with layers of moisturizer. Also, I have some acne scarring that i'd love to get rid of. I'm wondering if any of you have undergone a procedure like microdermabrasion? Or if you have anything else to recommend? I've had facials and they're great but i'm looking for something that'll have longer lasting results. Thaaaaanks!!

anjelagain Posted: Feb 02, 2011 09:21 AM

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Posted by wiggleit28

Good morning on this icy day!

So, my wedding is coming up and i'm having some issues with my skin. REALLLLY dry skin that won't go away with layers of moisturizer. Also, I have some acne scarring that i'd love to get rid of. I'm wondering if any of you have undergone a procedure like microdermabrasion? Or if you have anything else to recommend? I've had facials and they're great but i'm looking for something that'll have longer lasting results. Thaaaaanks!!

Just get facials!!!!!!! thats it! go somewhere botanical i go to healthy alternatives in babylon, their stuff gives me that clear bright look.

Also, I use a body oil, it changed my life i have th same problem. shower, and drip dry just a little, and then i smooth the oil all over. this is the first year i didnt get ecsema. its not cheap stuff but FM me if you wanna know the product

Chelechel1 Posted: Feb 02, 2011 11:23 AM

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I got lazer refracturing done to my acne scars and that shrunk them about 40-50%. It is moderately painful and results will take about 6 months. 3 sessions one month apart, $400 a session. But it is definitely worth it. Your face will be pink for about 2-3 days but it's not that bad, and I'm very fair. Stay out of the sun for a while. It also helped my chicken pox scar. My giant chicken pox scar next to my eyebrow is half the size now. In the future I'm going to ask my dermatologist if I can do it again. It's also used for wrinkles.

Edit: Dr. Horlick who has an office in Selden, but he does the lazer refracturing in his Nassau office.

PRINCESSCUT Posted: Feb 02, 2011 11:26 AM

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I have tried microdermabrasion and for me it did nothing. But it has worked for other people. Right now I plan on getting light chemical peels to help with my acne scarring. I also have been using a retinol gel prescribed by my dermatologist. So I would say go to a derm and see what they say and what they give you. So far the retinol has made my skin a lil dry , ( my doctor did give me a great moisturizing cream), but then I havent had any breakouts.

ndeokinanan Posted: Feb 02, 2011 11:32 AM

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I use to be a skincare consultant...so hopefully I can help. try Cetaphil products, you can get it at Duane Reade, cvs, etc.

I feel that microdermabrasion will dry your skin out even more...but it will help with the ance scars a bit.

For the acne scars, that will actually take a long time to go away. I don't think it will go away in time for your big day but you can try to use Perricone M.D. from Sephora. It is pricey but it works wonders for acnce scars. maybe ask for a sample before sampling.

And as always drink plenty of water!!!!!!!!!!!

bartgirl12 Posted: Feb 02, 2011 12:13 PM

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ive done chemical peels and it worked great for scarring and underskin breakouts. I am only red for about an hour and then it goes away and my face is smooth again. It also improves dryness for me too because it peels away that layer to bring a fresh new layer.

FutureMrsDe Posted: Feb 02, 2011 12:46 PM

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try cerve moisturizer it supposed to repair your skin.

anjelagain Posted: Feb 02, 2011 01:47 PM

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Posted by PRINCESSCUT

I have tried microdermabrasion and for me it did nothing. But it has worked for other people. Right now I plan on getting light chemical peels to help with my acne scarring. I also have been using a retinol gel prescribed by my dermatologist. So I would say go to a derm and see what they say and what they give you. So far the retinol has made my skin a lil dry , ( my doctor did give me a great moisturizing cream), but then I havent had any breakouts.

Me too... Ive been doing enzyme peels.. papaya. They have been working really really good

JessNicole7EM Posted: Feb 02, 2011 06:39 PM

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drink a ton of water. I never get acne. and everyone always says I have great skin.

PhyllisNJoe Posted: Feb 02, 2011 06:48 PM

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Posted by anjelagain

Posted by wiggleit28

Good morning on this icy day!

So, my wedding is coming up and i'm having some issues with my skin. REALLLLY dry skin that won't go away with layers of moisturizer. Also, I have some acne scarring that i'd love to get rid of. I'm wondering if any of you have undergone a procedure like microdermabrasion? Or if you have anything else to recommend? I've had facials and they're great but i'm looking for something that'll have longer lasting results. Thaaaaanks!!

Just get facials!!!!!!! thats it! go somewhere botanical i go to healthy alternatives in babylon, their stuff gives me that clear bright look.

Also, I use a body oil, it changed my life i have th same problem. shower, and drip dry just a little, and then i smooth the oil all over. this is the first year i didnt get ecsema. its not cheap stuff but FM me if you wanna know the product

YES thank you! I'm going to call this place tomorrow. I live in Babylon and have been wondering where to go get facials. I want to get at least 2 or 3 before my wedding in April.

Just looked at their website - I can use everything they offer!

Thanks

Have an Appt on Sunday!