AboutLinda Gearke Expertise I can answer questions regarding how to develop and market your own line of personal care products---skin care, bath and body, hair care, etc., I have experience in all phases of the product development process from concept to distribution.
Experience 15 years experience in marketing and developing over 350 beauty products and 6 years in business for myself helping entrepreneurs bring their personal care product idea to market.
Organizations National Cosmetology Association
Sales & Marketing Executives
Business Women's Network
National Association of Women Business Owners
Education/Credentials University of Minnesota, School of Mass Communications & Journalism
Question i just turned 33 and would like to know what my daily facial care routine should be. all i do is wash my face with johnson facial wash twice a day and sometimes i use the clean and clear once a day for blackheads. i always have acne and still but not as much as before i have some parts that is oily and get acne and some other parts are dry and have signs from the acne so i don't moisturize to not have acne and get sweat and i don't take any vitamins neither drink plenty of water. i live in Egypt, Alexandria there is pollution everywhere.
need your help for a good product and step by step guide for usage.
thanks
lara
Answer Greetings, Lara~
I would suggest the continued use of the Johnson facial wash each morning. However, I would suggest using a mild exfoliating cleanser each night. Aveeno makes a couple of good ones. Another good one is "Olay Smooth Skin Exfoliating Scrub". This will help to deep clean your pores and eliminate black heads and acne.
In addition, you need a good oil-free moisturizer daily. It will provide a barrier between your skin and the pollutants in the air which invade your skin and cause breakouts as well as premature aging. There are many on the market. It won't clog your pores, but it will keep your skin nicely conditioned and eliminate the drying you're experiencing. Aveeno also makes a good one. I happen to like Aveeno products, but there are several good products on the market.
Also, I want to share this common response I give to anyone wanting to clear up their breakouts. The main things that contribute to breakouts are diet, bacteria and pore-clogging make-up. Here are some common tips I offer anyone with breakouts....
1) Diet. Drink 8 eight ounce glasses of water daily to help keep your skin clear. A diet of fried foods, processed foods or one that's sugar-laden could also be a contributor.
2) Bacteria. Proper cleansing with an exfoliating cleanser once daily can make a huge difference. Touching your face excessively (talking with your hand propping up your chin, for instance) will contribute to breakouts.
3) Look for non-comedogenic make-up products - they are less likely to cause breakouts. Most brands of make-up are non-comedogenic, which means they won't clog your pores. Since your skin is prone to acne try to find products that are non-comdeogenic, oil-free (water-based), hypoallergenic (unlikely to cause an allergic reaction) and fragrance free.
Keep applying a drying agent, such as peroxide to a pimple daily/nightly to make it go away quickly. But, do not pick at it!
Good luck, Lara!
Regards,
Linda Gearke
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