I am one of the unfortunate ones who has a dermatologist (or dermadictator, if you prefer) on speed dial.
I have sensitive, combination/oily, acne-prone skin AND I have rosacea. :-(
I also have a Permanent Layer of SPF 60. Seriously, I literally sunburn within 5 minutes of going outdoors without it. Hyper-sun-sensitivity sucks. I don't even think about the beach anymore, it just makes me unhappy and bitter since I can't go.
I thought I would share some of the products I've found work for me without costing the earth, just in case anyone else has skin that seems to work against them and is, like me, too practical to believe that anything in a tiny jar is worth $100.
Cleanser - AM - Yves Rocher Pure Camille Cleansing Gel. $11.00. 100% organic & soothing.
PM - Philosophy Purity Cleanser. $14.00. It's gentle and removes any kind of makeup easily and without rubbing (even H2Oproof mascara).
Moisturizer - AM - Yves Rocher Pure Camille Moisture Gel. $16.00. Matte without drying.
AM - Clinique City Block SPF 45. $23.50. Necessity of Life nowadays and this one won't irritate your face like the stuff you put on the rest of your skin.
PM - St. Ives 24 Hour Moisturizer. $6.99. Seriously, it makes you look dewy in the AM! My dermadictator recommended it!
Zits - PM only - Vichy Normaderm Nuit. $28.00. Crazy expensive, but a tube lasts about a year. It regulates sebum, has zinc - skin's secret weapon - doesn't dry out your skin.
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I swear by Clinique city block, as I too have fair skin. One of the best cheap moisturising tricks I've ever learned is to smother yourself in baby oil while you're still wet from the shower. Let it air-dry and it'll soak into your skin and leave it unbelievably soft. I do this once a week along with regular daily moisturing and it works amazingly. And it costs about £3 for 6 month's worth! Loving your site btw :)
The baby oil trick is fantastic for our Canadian winters. Also works great on frizzy hair - a dab on the palm of your hand, then after rubbing your hands together, a quick smooth down your hair.
I am a fan of your site, too!
FYI - try shredded eggplant if you have it sautéed in olive oil with spag sauce. YUMMMMM! ♥
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