Hello PW,
I'm Sue and I'm 18 years old this year. I was blog hopping from one to another until I stumbled upon yours. So, I thought maybe I could ask for your opinion.
Ever since I reached puberty, I've been struggling with sensitive skin. I used to have lots of acnes and my skin is always oily. Now that I'm older, I am still having frequent breakouts (albeit lesser!) and my skin is still very sensitive.
Over the years, I've tried all sorts of skin care products but to no avail. I've even tried going for facials but my condition worsens. What should I do?
Regards,
Sue
Dear Sue,
Thank you for dropping me an email after visiting this blog. Your email has actually reminded me of my own problem when I was about your age. I did try many different products and also went for facials but nothing worked. I did many self-experiments and I finally managed to control my skin condition. Even though I still get occasional breakouts, I'm happy that I have gained back my self-confidence and I now dare to look at myself in the mirror.
Anyway, maybe you can consider the following ideas:
1) Make an appointment with a gynecologist and get yourself checked. Most acne problems are due to hormonal imbalance. Talk to your doctor about your bad skin condition and ask whether it is ideal to try mild contraceptive pills such as Diane-35 and Mercilon. I took Diane-35 for about 2 years when I was about 17 years old and it worked. However, please take note that some people might be sensitive to such pills. Please get your doctor's advice before you try it!
2) To prevent or lessen inflamed skin, try putting thin slices of cucumber on your face on a daily basis, or at least a few times in a week. It helps to cool down your face and reduce stress to the skin from external factors.
3) Consider using facial scrub at least once a week, followed by a mask. It is recommended that you use clay mask as it helps to absorb facial oil and prevent breakouts. Other than that, mask also helps to reduce blemishes caused by acnes.
4) Use only non-comedogenic cosmetic / make-up products.
5) There should be no direct contact between your hands / fingers to your face. In other words, it is advisable that you let go the habit of resting your arms on the table with your palm supporting your chin. This could encourage unwanted breakouts around the chin area. In short, your hands should not touch any part of your face at any time of the day, except when you wash your face.
6) Drink adequate water, get enough sleep and if possible, exercise.
7) Never skip the common facial regime: Cleanse, Tone and Moisturize.
8) Control food intake. Try to cut down on greasy food.
I have listed some of the ways that you may try to improve your skin condition. I hope they help. Hope your skin condition improves. :)
Take care.
Regards,
Psychologist Wannabe
I'm Sue and I'm 18 years old this year. I was blog hopping from one to another until I stumbled upon yours. So, I thought maybe I could ask for your opinion.
Ever since I reached puberty, I've been struggling with sensitive skin. I used to have lots of acnes and my skin is always oily. Now that I'm older, I am still having frequent breakouts (albeit lesser!) and my skin is still very sensitive.
Over the years, I've tried all sorts of skin care products but to no avail. I've even tried going for facials but my condition worsens. What should I do?
Regards,
Sue
Dear Sue,
Thank you for dropping me an email after visiting this blog. Your email has actually reminded me of my own problem when I was about your age. I did try many different products and also went for facials but nothing worked. I did many self-experiments and I finally managed to control my skin condition. Even though I still get occasional breakouts, I'm happy that I have gained back my self-confidence and I now dare to look at myself in the mirror.
Anyway, maybe you can consider the following ideas:
1) Make an appointment with a gynecologist and get yourself checked. Most acne problems are due to hormonal imbalance. Talk to your doctor about your bad skin condition and ask whether it is ideal to try mild contraceptive pills such as Diane-35 and Mercilon. I took Diane-35 for about 2 years when I was about 17 years old and it worked. However, please take note that some people might be sensitive to such pills. Please get your doctor's advice before you try it!
2) To prevent or lessen inflamed skin, try putting thin slices of cucumber on your face on a daily basis, or at least a few times in a week. It helps to cool down your face and reduce stress to the skin from external factors.
3) Consider using facial scrub at least once a week, followed by a mask. It is recommended that you use clay mask as it helps to absorb facial oil and prevent breakouts. Other than that, mask also helps to reduce blemishes caused by acnes.
4) Use only non-comedogenic cosmetic / make-up products.
5) There should be no direct contact between your hands / fingers to your face. In other words, it is advisable that you let go the habit of resting your arms on the table with your palm supporting your chin. This could encourage unwanted breakouts around the chin area. In short, your hands should not touch any part of your face at any time of the day, except when you wash your face.
6) Drink adequate water, get enough sleep and if possible, exercise.
7) Never skip the common facial regime: Cleanse, Tone and Moisturize.
8) Control food intake. Try to cut down on greasy food.
I have listed some of the ways that you may try to improve your skin condition. I hope they help. Hope your skin condition improves. :)
Take care.
Regards,
Psychologist Wannabe
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