Skin Care

[sharpstyle]

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4
I just ordered Proactiv because lately my skin has like more than just the once a month pimple. I am hoping to get rid of blemishes as well.

Since I have been working (2 weeks now ) my skin is so oily when I get home. It is ridiculous.

For those who have used Proactiv, how soon did you see results?

I have used Pro Activ in the past and it worked quickly, Id say in a matter of a few weeks you will begin to see results. Although I no longer use the product, I recommend it highly.

--Side Bar--Also, Dermatologists like to prescribe antibiotics for acne or other skin problems, but they may not tell you that antibiotics may interfere with the effectivness of birth control pills. So for those who are considering using antibiotics be cautious.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by sharpstyle
I have used Pro Activ in the past and it worked quickly, Id say in a matter of a few weeks you will begin to see results. Although I no longer use the product, I recommend it highly.

--Side Bar--Also, Dermatologists like to prescribe antibiotics for acne or other skin problems, but they may not tell you that antibiotics may interfere with the effectivness of birth control pills. So for those who are considering using antibiotics be cautious.

I learned that via a classmate in high school who got prego while on BC but taking acne medicine.

[Mz Destiny]

Originally posted by CrimsonTide4
For those who have used Proactiv, how soon did you see results?

I've been using Proactiv for about 3 months. I ABSOLUTELY love it! I kick myself for not trying it when I first saw the infomercial 3 years ago.

After using Retin-A Micro, Doxycycline and other Acne medications with Zero long-lasting effects, I decided to try Proactiv after a soror suggested it. I ordered the trial-sizes first because I didn't want to commit to the auto-ship program in case it didn't work. Well it worked! I started seeing results in about a week. My face completely cleared up in 2 weeks. I still have the monthly breakouts, but instead of the blemishes and bumps hanging around forever, they are gone in about 3 days.

Proactiv is the best investment I have made in regards to skincare!

[RedefinedDiva]

Originally posted by sharpstyle
--Side Bar--Also, Dermatologists like to prescribe antibiotics for acne or other skin problems, but they may not tell you that antibiotics may interfere with the effectivness of birth control pills. So for those who are considering using antibiotics be cautious.

My derm told me. I didn't take them. Hey, I may have bad skin, but I won't be pregnant!

[Lady2000]

Hello all,

As a student, I don't have a whole lot of money to spend on different skin treatments but I everyone gave some good suggestions that don't cost a whole lot. I hear some of the same problems that I struggle with on a day to day basis! A product that a friend suggested was an oatmeal bar by Aveeno. It's made for both oily and dry skin and it works really well. It's very inexpencive as well for those on a budget, one bar is about $2.

[aka2de]

Greetings All:

I'm new to the forum but thought I'd add my .08 anyway.

I have eczema and I take 2 tablespoons of Omega 3/6/9 (Flax Seed Oil w/ Borage Oil and GLA) everyday. The stuff works! No more eczema break-outs. I actually use Black Soap w/Shea Butter, Queen Helene Cocoa Butter and the 2 tablespoons of Flax. That's my homemade cure. No more topical steriods, antibiotics, Aveeno baths....ya feel me?

The flax (with an omega 3/6/9 combination) also helps with the general condition of the skin (gives you a glow), circulation, and weight maintenance (digestion).

Now, it took me a minute to get used to the taste of the Flax. At first, I actually put it in my yogurt to disguise the taste (it's not NASTY, but i just didn't like it). Now, I can take it straight - holding my breath.

If you have eczema or other skin issues, I urge you to just try it for a month and see if it works for you. Now I'm not all into a healthy lifestyle, but I can answer basic questions. Otherwise, try any privately owned vitamin/ healthfood store for more info.....

HOPE THIS HELPS SOMEONE!

Soror w/a True AKATUDE....

[Steeltrap]

Originally posted by aka2de
Greetings All:

I'm new to the forum but thought I'd add my .08 anyway.

I have eczema and I take 2 tablespoons of Omega 3/6/9 (Flax Seed Oil w/ Borage Oil and GLA) everyday. The stuff works! No more eczema break-outs. I actually use Black Soap w/Shea Butter, Queen Helene Cocoa Butter and the 2 tablespoons of Flax. That's my homemade cure. No more topical steriods, antibiotics, Aveeno baths....ya feel me?

The flax (with an omega 3/6/9 combination) also helps with the general condition of the skin (gives you a glow), circulation, and weight maintenance (digestion).

Now, it took me a minute to get used to the taste of the Flax. At first, I actually put it in my yogurt to disguise the taste (it's not NASTY, but i just didn't like it). Now, I can take it straight - holding my breath.

If you have eczema or other skin issues, I urge you to just try it for a month and see if it works for you. Now I'm not all into a healthy lifestyle, but I can answer basic questions. Otherwise, try any privately owned vitamin/ healthfood store for more info.....

HOPE THIS HELPS SOMEONE!

Soror w/a True AKATUDE....

Welcome, Soror, and thanks for the interesting skin care tip. Please come by the New Soror thread and say hello.

[Gina1201]

Okay y'all I just bought Proactiv off of eBay, yes I am cheap. Based on what everyone else has said, I am looking for nothing but good results.

[CrimsonTide4]

Originally posted by Gina1201
Okay y'all I just bought Proactiv off of eBay, yes I am cheap. Based on what everyone else has said, I am looking for nothing but good results.

Thanks for the tip. Today is day 2 with the expensive proactiv. You are not cheap; you are cost efficient.

[Mz Destiny]

Originally posted by Gina1201
Okay y'all I just bought Proactiv off of eBay, yes I am cheap. Based on what everyone else has said, I am looking for nothing but good results.

Be careful buying Proactiv off of Ebay. There is a history of people selling already-expired product, and unfortunately you won't know it until you receive your package.

[Gina1201]

Originally posted by Mz Destiny
Be careful buying Proactiv off of Ebay. There is a history of people selling already-expired product, and unfortunately you won't know it until you receive your package.

Thanks Mz Destiny! When I buy items from eBay, I pay 95% of the time through PayPal. They allow you to buy a satisfaction guarantee on the item purchased. That way if you don't like, or in some cases don't receive, the product you can get your money back.

[Paradise359]

Originally posted by LikeASista
Well, when I was in junior high and high school, I could use alcohol to clear up my pimples. But as I got older, my skin seemed to just go bizerk, and NOTHING I did helped. I thought once you became an adult, pimples left. But I was getting them by the dozens. When I got rid of some, OTHERS would form. I, too, have oily skin. I tried EVERYTHING, ... Noxema, Sea Breeze, Oxy, ... you name it. But, I finally found one thing that works. Though it's expensive, and though I found it through an infomercial, I can only say I'm quite pleased with it. It's name? ProActive Solution!! I don't know how the stuff works, but it WORKS. I'm tired of paying $45.90 every two months, though, so if anybody knows of ANY other product that works just as good, please let me know. I'm a struggling student who doesn't have that kind of money.

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No weapon formed against me shall prosper, for I am a child of the Most High God, Who sits upon the Throne of Grace, and rules all Heaven and Earth.

I LOVE ProActive & as a student & now graduate, it is rather expensive so I too had to stop using it. But I saw this product in Wal-Mart that claims to be the inexpensive version of ProActive. Forgive me, but I forgot the name at this moment. It's call Pro-something. But anyway it's $18! So I'm going to try it & if it works like ProActive I'm keeping it! By the by, it has the same three step products as ProActive.

[txdiva]

GNC has a similar version of Proactiv called Progressiv, with the 3-step system and everything, and it's $29.99. I'm afraid to buy it though because I don't know if it will work as good as the real stuff.

[ProseChild02]

Originally posted by Paradise 359
But I saw this product in Wal-Mart that claims to be the inexpensive version of ProActive. Forgive me, but I forgot the name at this moment. It's call Pro-something. But anyway it's $18! So I'm going to try it & if it works like ProActive I'm keeping it! By the by, it has the same three step products as ProActive.

Ooohhh, what is this product line? I would love to find something cheaper. I like the ProActiv, but as someone posted earlier, my skin becomes resistant and the oil starts back up. This summer humidity is making the breakouts worse...I think I'll try some of the GC suggestions, once my funds look better.

[LikeASista]

Originally Posted by LikeASista

Well, when I was in junior high and high school, I could use alcohol to clear up my pimples. But as I got older, my skin seemed to just go bizerk, and NOTHING I did helped. I thought once you became an adult, pimples left. But I was getting them by the dozens. When I got rid of some, OTHERS would form. I, too, have oily skin. I tried EVERYTHING, ... Noxema, Sea Breeze, Oxy, ... you name it. But, I finally found one thing that works. Though it's expensive, and though I found it through an infomercial, I can only say I'm quite pleased with it. It's name? ProActive Solution!! I don't know how the stuff works, but it WORKS. I'm tired of paying $45.90 every two months, though, so if anybody knows of ANY other product that works just as good, please let me know. I'm a struggling student who doesn't have that kind of money.

Wow, I've come a long way since then. I've discovered the magical combination of 10% Benzoil Peroxide and water. Works perfectly everytime.