Daily Moisturizer for Acne-prone Skin?

I have used Oil of Olay my whole life. They have stuff with sun screen and for sensitive skin. Face scrubs, masks, make up removal all sorts of great products. I just went to my 20 year class reunion and every one said I had not aged a bit. I think I have, but they complimented how great I looked. Good luck!!

Possibly the Velocity Line from Mary Kay - It is designed for Teens - and we all know how acne prone most teens skin is.

I feel your pain. I used to use proactive but I think it is age inappropriate for me because it was drying out my skin. I have since used two different lotions that I love. Neutrogeana age dyfying acne treatment and oil of olay total effects acne age fighting. For some reason though my skin has decided to behave itself lately and I have switched to the original oil of olay. I love there products. P.S. next time you have your annual have them do a blood test on your hormones. They may be of balance causing you to break out. That is what was going on with me. Good luck.

I just read the rest of these posts. The thing about the olive oil may be helpful. I have also started using St. Ives Olive Scrud. Great stuff.

I've had acne issues since I hit puberty. It's not as bad now of course but I still have one or 2 pimples pretty much all the time. I used proactiv for a while and it did work great but for budget reasons had to quit. Now I use Dove Gentle Exfoliating cleanser (its a moisturing cream cleanser) and Dove Deep Moisture facial lotion with SPF 15. On the cleanser I use the all skin types version but they have a sensitive skin one. I also use Olay dail facials wet cleansing cloths when I need a quick clean or to help remove makeup. They are alcohol free and don't leave me feeling dried out. In fact I usually don't moisturize again after I use one. Again I use the all skin types but they have a sensitive skin too.

Hi,I have the same problem.I have recently found johnson & johnsons new clean & clear soft oil free moisturizer with spf 15.It softens, protects,while keeping pores clean.
I was afraid it would still dry/break me out like many others but it has been a great product.
Got it at walmart for $6.00 in a 4oz bottle.

Dawn, I have sensitive skin also. I've used Merle Norman for years and it is very good to my skin. You can also go into Merle Norman and they will discuss with you your concerns and they also have samples for you to try.

I started using MN in my teens. I had a very serious acne problem. I do skin care in the morning and pm. Folks talk about my complexion but I contribute it to Merle Norman skin care.

Hi Dawn,
Please check out my website at www.youravon.com/tbarnette to try out some products for your skin. If you try something and it is not to your satisfaction there is a 100% guarantee on the products. I know you will find Avon worth the try and will probably never need anything else! Please let me know how you like it.

T.

I use Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer with SPF 15. I love it. It is oil-free, which is a must for me. And it is for sensitive skin.

Dawn, is it possible that you're allergic to wool? Lanolin is a sheep product, just as wool is. This could give you a clue in searching for a suitable moisturizer. BTW, I've often said I'm going through puberty one pore at a time (I'm 67 and still get a blemish now and then)! Both my adult daughters are very sensitive to wool and are, therefore, careful to watch for any skin product containing lanolin. Good luck!
Barb O.

I am in the SAME boat!! The only thing that works for me is Neutrogena Oil Free Moisture. They have a regular one and one with SPF 15, I use them both.

Dawn-I just started using Arbonne products. I am very pleased. I have sensitive skin and have to be very careful with what I use. These products are all natural from Switzerland. Visit the website Arbonne.com. If you are interested in purchasing or trying some samples let me know. I recently signed up to be a consultant just because I like the product so well. They have baby products that are peditrician recommended. My son has extreme eczema and the products work great on his skin. Products great for rosasia, acne and men products. If you order straight from the website you will have to pay full retail. I can get you some sample products for 35% off of retail price. Let me know what you think. S. C-stay at home mom with 2 boys and a loving husband.

have you tried clean and clear. It is pretty good. I have noticed smaller pores since I have used this.

I have been using Aveeno moisturizer and love it! It has a spf of 30 which I really like. My break outs occur on my chin so I don't use moisturizer there but other then that I haven't had any problems with it. I know all skin types are different but it's worth trying.

L.

I have had acne problems since pre-puberty and I've always used Purpose moisturizer, which was recommended by a Dermatologist. It has always worked very well for me. A little goes a long way, so a bottle lasts me for months. It soaks right in and doesn't feel greasy. You can find it at Walmart or most drug stores with the other skin products.

Hi Dawn,

This is the product that I use. I don't use the acne line because I did Accutane several years ago, which did away with most of my breakouts. But, you should check this out. These products make my skin feel just amazing.

http://www.karavita.com/acnecare.asp

I use the hydrating formula because the medicine made my skin overly dry: http://www.karavita.com/hydrating-regimen.asp

I hope you find something. Before I did the Accutane, I was in the same boat as you. Everything would make my skin break out. I tried Almay, Clinique, Mary Kay (Velocity) and I can't tell you how many other things. Maybe this will be the key for you!

Hi, Dawn:

My daughter has the same problem and she is 35. Recently she acquired a sample of Origins facial cream w/ white tea and it has made her skin soft and cleared up her break outs almost completely. I've not seen her skin look so good in a long time!!
I'm not sure of the cost, but it is found at most department stores, and I think it's probably similar to Clinique. My daughter says that it lasts a long time, so it may be an advantage to spend a little more than what the over the counter things cost. I've found that for my skin care, that there are certain products that work the best, and I stick with them. I tried all different ones over the years, then about 14 years ago found that Clinique basic skin care line works the best on my skin. Now my daughter has found the Origin for herself and plans to stick with it.

D.

I would watch for oil-free products that say they are for "sensitive skin", and then test on a small area first rather than all over. If it breaks you out or otherwise doesn't work for you, many businesses will take it back, so save your receipts.

I had exquisitely terrible acne the whole time I was pregnant and nursing my first two kids (so for about two years a pop). My face would rip open at night and bleed on my pillow (it was that bad). A week after weaning the second one (when he turned 12 months), I started clearing up, so for me it is totally hormonal. With the first one, a friend at work gave me some Benzaclin (a prescription that she didn't end up using, but offered it to me because of my obvious problem). It has benzoyl peroxide and the antibiotic clindamycin. It cleared me up in two weeks, and then I went to a doctor who apparently didn't know anything about what is ok when you're nursing, and she refilled the prescription for me as needed. But the OB wouldn't give me that when I was preg/nursing the second one, but there were no ill effects on my first son, that we know of.

I went through accutane after weaning the second one, and so (as happens) my skin became extremely dry. I mistakenly put a vaseline product on my face one night, and didn't even break out (that's how much it dries you out). The dermatologists office recommended several products, including Eucerin Calming Cream (I think that is what it is called). They also said that there is a difference between "lotion" and "creams", where lotion often has alcohol and such in it, but cream doesn't. I don't recommend doing accutane, by the way. It is too risky, and only "cured" me while I was on it. I still break out, according to my hormones. Best wishes to you, and believe me I understand your frustrations.

This may sound strange, but a dab of your finger in olive oil and rubbed into your skin may help.

I also have extremely sensitive acne-prone skin..... The best things I have found for me are Olay's Complete Moisturizer with SPF 15 (altho I do still get occassional breakouts with this) and Clinique's Superdefense SPF 25. The latter's been the best for me but tends to tip my budget sometimes...

Good luck!

I have had terrible acne ever since I got pregnant and ever since - my daughter is now 26 mos old. I have been using Proactiv and it works well for me. I have extremely sensitive skin and I have been using the entire regimen (I only use the wash in the mornings otherwise it dries my skin too much) and it has cleared my acne. I like the moisturizer, it's light and covers well. It feels a little different at first but I got used to it fairly quickly and I can tell when I don't use it.

Dawn,
I am 32 and have the same type of problem with my skin. The only 2 moisturizers I've found that works w/out breaking me out is Proactiv's Moisturizer and Clean & Clear's Oil Free Dual Action Moisturizer. Hope one of these will work for you too!

Hi Dawn,
I'd love to help you. I'm an independent consultant for Arbonne International. Our products have been very sucessful for sensitive skin because they are all natural, no chemical dyes or fragrances. They are free of mineral oil and animal by-products. All products are PH correct and tested by independent dermatologist. Check out our web-site at www.arbonne.com and send me an email if you would like to try our products. We have a 45 day guarantee if for any reason you are not completely happy with your results.

I like the Jason products. They are inexpensive and have not casued problems with my acne.

Hello Dawn, I shop with an on-line environmentally green health and wellness company. They have terrific products for sensitive skin. I use the facial wash and moisturizer. They also have specific products for acne prone skin ... here is some info:
Facial Wash also has gentle cleansers that lift dirt and oil off your skin. And it’s so mild—much milder than other
acne treatments—that your skin will never look red and rough. In this line there is also a Deep-Cleaning Astringent, Pore Clarifying Cream, and a Quick Stick. I can send you PDF file with all of the information on these products if you like.

Good luck! D..
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Proactiv makes a great one. I don't have mine with me and can't remember the name. It's oil free and has sunscreen and does not make your skin break out. It the best one I've used in a long time.