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(More customer reviews)I started using this product three months ago and wow what a difference! I suffered from teenage acne which never really went away and when I hit my thirties it came back with a vengeance. I'm 36 now and have developed VERY sensitive skin. Never a makeup person since it makes me break out. I even tried prescription acne medication, which never worked. Finally took a six month treatment of pills and it cleared my skin up but it was never the same. I don't sun worship not since a case of sun poisoning when I was 24. I also have a fair complexion which reddens within five minutes of being outside. I wear a hat while gardening due to the sensitive nature of my skin. Freckles everywhere, even my arms.
I've been plagued with dry, sensitive skin and trust me over moisturizing doesn't work! I began to use Aveeno and Biore products and got my skin under control but I was still having breakouts. I've tried Neutrogena in the past but wasn't satisfied with the cleansers and stuff.. after reading other reviews of this product and Neutrogena Advanced Solutions I decided to try both of them and what a result!
The facial peel I use once a week or so, because of the cost I was stretching it by using the advanced solutions. The first thing I noticed was that the dry skin I was having trouble with, which led to combination skin and dry patches on my face improved within a couple of weeks.
I developed this odd condition of breaking out along my jaw line and had scars and even acne that just wouldn't go away.. they're finally gone! Also the breakouts I was having have nearly stopped! I still do get breakouts, especially right before my period but as soon as it happens I use Biore facial strips to clean out my pores and dab on some Aveeno facial mask, which is also marvelous, and I can control the breakouts.
Some might think I use too many products but in reality I rotate them. Like when I get a zit I dab on some Aveeno facial mask (not on my entire face, just the breakout area) right before the shower and rinse it off at the end. The gentle mask of soy is cleansing and doesn't clog my pores. I can't afford facials and facial peels so these are a good alternative.
The Neutrogena facial peel MUST be followed up with a good moisturizing lotion. I personally use Aveeno clear complexion face lotion, this is light and doesn't clog my pores like some of the others. Also its a good idea to scrub away the flaking skin (usually by the next day) I use Aveeno facial two side scrubs (in round jar). The face soap doesn't dry my skin out and the scrubbing side is perfect for sloughing off the dried skin.
Also try Neutrogena Advanced Solutions - this is more textured then the facial scrub. White sandy thicker solution that you dab onto your face and use the hand held "scrubber" that comes with the kit. Its not really a scrubber as it doesn't rotate, it vibrates. Anyway I use this every other day or so, again sparingly. I don't glop the stuff on my face just a few dots, forehead, cheeks, chin and jaw and anyplace where I might have blackheads and then follow up with the face cream. Also this doesn't `foam' up like it looks on the commercial, it's more of an exfoliating scrub then a cleanser.
The Facial Peel is thinner and sort of a tan gray color, looks sort of gross and when applying I apply it sparingly in a THIN layer. You really don't need to put it on heavily. Your face will tingle, which is normal, massage off with fingertips or sometimes I use my handheld face sponge. One of those free gifts with an order of something or other. You can also use the sponge from the advanced solutions in circular motions. Your face will pink up within thirty minutes after using this so don't panic. This is normal because it increases circulation to your skin which brings the blood to your cheeks. Remember to use facial cream while your face is still moist. Sometimes I forget and then my face feels all dry.
I usually use these scrubs after I've taken a shower and my face is moist and pores open. Also use a hairband or a hair towel to keep hair back, its really annoying trying to wash the face scrub out of your hair. Follow up with a toner and lotion and you should notice a difference within a couple of weeks. Other reviews of this product point out that you have to continue to use these products and its true! But having suffered from acne all my life and been frustrated with the lack of good over the counter products the price is worth purchasing these and using them. There are ways of stretching the products out like I said above.
Also great products are.. and no I don't work for Aveeno, they just have really great products that don't cost a fortune!
Aveeno
Clear Complexion Cleansing Mask
Clear Complexion Daily Cleansing Pads (this is the one with the scrubbing side and smooth side)
Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer
Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser - Absolutely great for daily use or even more then once daily. In hot weather I use it more often when I feel like a cool rinse.
Correcting Treatment, Clear Complexion
If you're looking for a good moisturizer for your body, try Aveeno Creamy Moisturizing Oil or the Moisturizing Shower & Bath Oil. I also use Jergen's ultra healing which you can use on your face also.
Biore
Blemish Ice Cleanser
Daily Deep Cleaning Pore Cleansing Cloths - these are sometimes better then using toner on a cotton ball since it's a full cloth. My husbands actually likes to use these also. He also likes the Pore unclogging scrub for when he takes a shower and the Triple Action Astringent.
Good luck with your skin!
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