So, my skin looks like crap lately

BusyRaeNOTBusty
BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
edited February 9 in Chit-Chat
I know I'm getting older (33) but I'm not that old. Blackheads, blotchy-ness, wrinkles (there's this awesome upside-down curve over my chin now), bags under my eyes, ect. I know sleep, I'm going to work on that. More water? Vitamins? Fish oil? Fruits, veggies? What helps nutritionally?

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  • justinproulx1
    justinproulx1 Posts: 335
    fruits veggies yes as well anything high in omega-3 fatty acids, including wild salmon, sardines, fortified eggs, and walnuts.
  • salembambi
    salembambi Posts: 5,585 Member
    olive oil
    fruits & veg
    nuts
    lots and lots of water

    and lots of sleep!! also sunscreen ..remember sunscreen and hats ..
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    Omega 3's and lots of water.

    But for me it took following the program on acne.org - its really simple and cheap and completely changed my skin. Gentle wash, low strength benzyl peroxide, and gentle moisturizer is all it took.
  • afat12
    afat12 Posts: 178 Member
    Exfoliate and use an oil free moisturizer with sunscreen. Drink plenty of water, fish oil, vitamin e. Limit sugar, especially white sugar.

    For wrinkles I'd start using something with retinol.

    I'd recommend this book http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Deneses-Secrets-Ageless-Skin/dp/0425211762/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Exfoliate and use an oil free moisturizer with sunscreen. Drink plenty of water, fish oil, vitamin e. Limit sugar, especially white sugar.

    For wrinkles I'd start using something with retinol.

    I'd recommend this book http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Deneses-Secrets-Ageless-Skin/dp/0425211762/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

    Yeah, that's another problem. Any heavy wrinkle cream gives me pimples. I'm at an awesome age.

    I currently use this one.

    http://www.amazon.com/Neutrogena-Healthy-Skin-Lotion-Ounce/dp/B003BMGAUI
  • TheWretchedFat
    TheWretchedFat Posts: 52 Member
    Drink lots of water! Maybe take a prenatal vitamin :)
  • curvygirl77
    curvygirl77 Posts: 769 Member
    Gosh I hope 33 is not old (Im 37 and I still feel young). ---I agree with others have said about exfoliating and using a skin lotion with retinol. I'm currently looking to purchase mini microdermalbrasion machine from amazon---I was told they are awesome.
  • Qarol
    Qarol Posts: 6,171 Member
    For me, birth control pills. I was having terrible acne when I stopped taking it in 2010. I'm back on it after a few months, and my skin is finally clearing up.
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Gosh I hope 33 is not old (Im 37 and I still feel young). ---I agree with others have said about exfoliating and using a skin lotion with retinol. I'm currently looking to purchase mini microdermalbrasion machine from amazon---I was told they are awesome.

    "Older" not "old". :drinker:
  • a_vettestingray
    a_vettestingray Posts: 654 Member
    Water, Fishoils, varied fruits and veggies, and a good sweat which I am sure you already do.

    I also wash with water and a microfiber cloth before bed and use some face oil for moisture (3 drops), wash with a salicylic acid wash (clears up and prevents blackheads) in the AM. BB Cream with sunscreen in the AM as well. Cheap, easy, and my skin is usually clear - minus the hormonal flare ups once a month on my chin.
  • Cali_Chica
    Cali_Chica Posts: 895 Member
    I use the Nutrogena exfoliating pads and they work well to keep skin clear.
  • ddavies919
    ddavies919 Posts: 1,005 Member
    Lots of water and Nerium! Seriously! Like gold in a bottle!
  • afat12
    afat12 Posts: 178 Member
    Exfoliate and use an oil free moisturizer with sunscreen. Drink plenty of water, fish oil, vitamin e. Limit sugar, especially white sugar.

    For wrinkles I'd start using something with retinol.

    I'd recommend this book http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Deneses-Secrets-Ageless-Skin/dp/0425211762/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

    Yeah, that's another problem. Any heavy wrinkle cream gives me pimples. I'm at an awesome age.

    I currently use this one.

    http://www.amazon.com/Neutrogena-Healthy-Skin-Lotion-Ounce/dp/B003BMGAUI

    That's a good one! If you can afford it I'd also say try microdermabrasion. :)
  • KrazyDaizy
    KrazyDaizy Posts: 815 Member
    I know I'm getting older (33) but I'm not that old. Blackheads, blotchy-ness, wrinkles (there's this awesome upside-down curve over my chin now), bags under my eyes, ect. I know sleep, I'm going to work on that. More water? Vitamins? Fish oil? Fruits, veggies? What helps nutritionally?
    I absolutely LOVE Philosphy Miracle Worker Miraculous anti-aging lactic acid cleanser & mask and Miracle Worker Miraculous Anti-Aging antioxidant pads. My skin has never looked better and it would help with all the issues you listed above. And then I use a good peel about once a week - Peter Thomas Roth Un-Wrinkle Peel Pads. :smile:

    I sound like an ad for Philosphy :) but really those products kick booty!
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    a make a mixture of jojoba +rose hip+ carrot seed oils. in addition to eating fresh fruit and vegetables this keeps me looking like i bathe in the blood of virgins
  • bearkisses
    bearkisses Posts: 1,252 Member
    honestly, water. just lots of water. My skin looks amazeballs when it is so hydrated from the inside out.
  • emdeesea
    emdeesea Posts: 1,823 Member
    Water, sunscreen daily, eat right, exercise, plenty of sleep, keep your life as free from stress as possible, use a silk pillow case (they don't leave marks on your face), make sure you wash the makeup off your face every day (no excuses), no smoking, no excessive drinking, limit sugar intake, no tanning (beds or sun).

    I use cold cream to remove makeup. It's not harsh and takes it all right off.
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