Facial product for clogged pores?

[capt_noonie]

I used to use Biore years ago but heard a rumor that using those strips actually can make your pores bigger. I don't know if that's true, aren't your pores determined by genetics?

Anyway, I have tiny clogged pores on the tip of my nose. I exfoliate a few times a week with a wash cloth. The little white heads come out, but show up again like the next day. Any recs on a product that would help?

[celstu1]

I have an AWESOME mask. It's pricey, but it WORKS!

Glymed Plus Anti-Aging Exfoliant Masque (4 oz) - Shop at Skin1!

[Wylie's Mom]

I would alternate using an at home glycolic peel and a lactic acid peel (once a week, then 2x if needed)...in combo with a derma roller, which helps the process even more and fosters collagen building. You can buy 65% peels that are safe for at home....and they'd charge you well over $100-200 at a spa. Sometimes, daily morning use of beta hydroxy acid can help keep the pores/blackheads under control. And of course, retinol is great to use at night, both for anti-aging and to exfoliate gently (which helps minimize pores).

edited to add link: http://www.makeupartistschoice.com/

[Teresiana]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

I would alternate using an at home glycolic peel and a lactic acid peel (once a week, then 2x if needed)...in combo with a derma roller, which helps the process even more and fosters collagen building. You can buy 65% peels that are safe for at home....and they'd charge you well over $100-200 at a spa. Sometimes, daily morning use of beta hydroxy acid can help keep the pores/blackheads under control. And of course, retinol is great to use at night, both for anti-aging and to exfoliate gently (which helps minimize pores).

edited to add link: Home Chemical Peels Skin Care Acne Scars Wrinkles

I buy glycolic acid & do peels at home. You can get a starting percentage and move up as your skin gets used to it. Soooo much cheaper than going to a dermatologist. I also have a Clarisonic & those things totally live up to the hype.

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by Teresiana

I buy glycolic acid & do peels at home. You can get a starting percentage and move up as your skin gets used to it. Soooo much cheaper than going to a dermatologist. I also have a Clarisonic & those things totally live up to the hype.

LOVE my Clarisonic too!!! That also makes my pores smaller bc it cleans so wonderfully. Would not be without it, and yep, it does live up to the hype.

[dawn27]

I clean really well with plain rubbing alcohol and than use St. Ives apricot scrub to do a deep cleaning. I love it, Plus it makes my skin smooth as a babies bottom.

St. Ives Apricot Scrub

[Wylie's Mom]

Btw, this is an example of a derma roller, which is the easiest thing ever to use (but a spa will charge you $250 to do it for you!): Amazon.com: 0.5mm MicroNeedle Skin Roller...

[Teresiana]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Btw, this is an example of a derma roller, which is the easiest thing ever to use (but a spa will charge you $250 to do it for you!): Amazon.com: 0.5mm MicroNeedle Skin Roller Dermatology Therapy System: Beauty

I wish I knew about this last night when I ordered my scalloped pet ramp!! I've never heard of a derma roller. Before I put that bad boy in my cart, should I be getting the 0.5mm as a first time user? Do they come in "sizes"?

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Btw, this is an example of a derma roller, which is the easiest thing ever to use (but a spa will charge you $250 to do it for you!): Amazon.com: 0.5mm MicroNeedle Skin Roller Dermatology Therapy System: Beauty

Wth is that thing?!

[MauiGirl]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Btw, this is an example of a derma roller, which is the easiest thing ever to use (but a spa will charge you $250 to do it for you!): Amazon.com: 0.5mm MicroNeedle Skin Roller Dermatology Therapy System: Beauty

Ok, I want one, but what size? .05mm, 1.mm. or 1.5mm or do you start low and work up, needing all 3?

I had FX Laser on my face last year, and it was very expensive and very painful. The derm roller looks like it's worth a try.

[celstu1]

Ouch! It looks painful!!! LOL

I have cystic acne. No one knows I have acne, I don't really get pimples often that are visible. Instead I get these lumps under the skin that come on fast and last for years. They occasionally swell up and I'm able to poke them but they don't go away. I've been to a dermo and was on low dose antibiotics for them for 6 months, it helped but didn't get rid of them. She mentioned Acutane, but didn't want to resort to that until she exhausted all other options. Since they SEEM a bit better, I just stopped going. These Glymed products are awesome amazing products. I've never tried anything that helped so much!

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

Ok, I want one, but what size? .05mm, 1.mm. or 1.5mm or do you start low and work up, needing all 3?

I had FX Laser on my face last year, and it was very expensive and very painful. The derm roller looks like it's worth a try.

I PMd you too . I'd start with the .5 - and you can just stay with that one if you like. Some people also have the 1.0 which can be used for both face and body. I've used both and like them both but probably use the .5 more often. You will love it! I gave you lots more detail about using it via your PM.

Originally Posted by celstu1

Ouch! It looks painful!!! LOL

I have cystic acne. No one knows I have acne, I don't really get pimples often that are visible. Instead I get these lumps under the skin that come on fast and last for years. They occasionally swell up and I'm able to poke them but they don't go away. I've been to a dermo and was on low dose antibiotics for them for 6 months, it helped but didn't get rid of them. She mentioned Acutane, but didn't want to resort to that until she exhausted all other options. Since they SEEM a bit better, I just stopped going. These Glymed products are awesome amazing products. I've never tried anything that helped so much!

Lol, it really doesn't hurt...the needles are very micro and you just lightly run the roller across the face...there is a light prickly feeling, but nothing painful. It does great things to your skin...causing repair/rejuvenation, smaller pores esp if used with a peel, but can be used on its own too. It's pretty cool. I don't know, though, if it would a good tool with cystic acne...?

[MauiGirl]

Wow, thanks for the prompt reply Ann. I just ordered the .5 one on Amazon, and can't wait to try it.

BTW way all fellow YT members, I love how we share so much off topic info here. Who knew that a Yorkie forum would be so full of beauty hints

[YorkOfTheShire]

I'm starting to feel weird, or like some sort of 'little house' woman.

...I just take a bar of goat's milk bar soap to my face along with the rest of me while I'm in the shower. O_o

[celstu1]

Originally Posted by YorkOfTheShire

I'm starting to feel weird, or like some sort of 'little house' woman.

...I just take a bar of goat's milk bar soap to my face along with the rest of me while I'm in the shower. O_o

HAHA! Thats great! I wish I could do that! I have horrible skin (well I think I do!)