What is your own personal skincare routine?

[blush09]

im 40 next month .. boo hoo and must admit have never been a big fan of the cleanse, tone and moisturise routine (smacked hand) but have decided its perhaps time i start to look after my skin a little more

have been looking at the clinique 3 step system, but its a little too steep for me to upkeep - just wondered how everyone else looked after their skin, and would it really make a difference to my usual dove cleanser and moisturiser (anything cheap at the time!) anyway?

 

[Tracey Roberts]

im 40 next month .. boo hoo and must admit have never been a big fan of the cleanse, tone and moisturise routine (smacked hand) but have decided its perhaps time i start to look after my skin a little more

have been looking at the clinique 3 step system, but its a little too steep for me to upkeep - just wondered how everyone else looked after their skin, and would it really make a difference to my usual dove cleanser and moisturiser (anything cheap at the time!) anyway?

:lol: I'm in exactly the same boat, I use water, bit of soap and atm St Ives collegen elastin, usually vaseline intensive

 

[Bagpuss]

I used Clinique once and it brought my skin out in spots...i think it was the moisturiser..(yellow one)

I have since found that i am better with a oil free moisteriser and i love the clean and clear range...ok its not anti ageing but it does clean and it doesn't make my skin break out....The neutragina range is good too.

I ain't a big fan on hyped up products that claim to do this and that....yeah some may temporally make your skin look and feel better a little but nothings been proved to reduce wrinkles.

I stick to over the counter products cos its affordable and easy to get hold off....but i guess going to a skin pro and having a consultation about your skin type and requirements would be advisable.

I have used lots of stuff over the years....from expensive to cheep....and i cant honestly say i have not noticed a huge difference in any. JMHO

 

[angelina221]

:lol: I'm in exactly the same boat, I use water, bit of soap and atm St Ives collegen elastin, usually vaseline intensive

I use St.Ives collagen and elastin as a body moisturiser.I also use bio oil. I have never used toner on my face-tend to find it dries it out a bit.
I can't use Dove. When it first came out i bought some shower creme and i found i was getting dry flaky patches everywhere. It wasn't till i mentioned it to one of my sisters and she said she was having the same problem, and she had just started using it too.
Considering it is supposed to be 1/4 moisturising!
I use eye make-up remover pads from tesco. I cleanse and then use good old Nivea!
Once a week i use a face mask.

 

[Poshfloss]

Hi,
Clinique 3 step for me too. I have used it for years, ocasionally tried other systems, but always come back to Clinique.
It is not as expensive as you think, the initial outlay may seem a lot, but it does last a long time.
Also if you go into a Clinique store they will give you some products to try before you buy.
Good luck and start to look after your skin.
Lotsa luv x :hug: x

 

[gillian w]

One of the main differences in professional skincare/some expensive skincare as opposed to the cheaper ranges are that the base oils and perfumes they use tend to be natural plant based and not mineral and man made.This makes them more active and more expensive and wouldnt you sooner put almond or jojoba on your face rather than something thats a by product from the petroleum industry.
I think you can get away with your skin looking ok with little care in your 30s even early 40s but if you want to look young in your 50s you really need to look after it from as younger age as possible.
Its not all about wrinkles, bad or lack of skincare can result in age spots,menopausal acne or rosacea,broken capillaries,pigmentation, allergy and sensetivity etc.
I agree you dont have to spend loads my favourite non professional range is Liz earle.I personally use clarins.
Cliniques toners are pratically pure alcohol which shouldnt be anywhere near a face.

 

[Martin Duffy]

I use Decleor cleanser, toner, aromessence & moituriser, and balm at night. I mask once to twice a week, have regular AHA peels & CACI facials - I'm a skin-care whore!

There are many differences between high-street & salon ranges, I refuse to call them cheap & expensive as the high street ones are so full of fillers you need more of them so they often end up costing as much if not more!

The main point of differences are quality of ingredient, the amount of active ingredient (most high-street products contain such minimal amounts of the active ingredient they barely work) and the amount of research that goes into professional ranges (high street ranges are usually followers rather than innovators). There really is no comparison between professional products & what you can get on the high-street, they are poles apart. It's like saying glue on nail tips are like professionally applied extensions, or that Sally Hanson is the same as a professional nail product.

 

[Martigirl]

There are many differences between high-street & salon ranges, I refuse to call them cheap & expensive as the high street ones are so full of fillers you need more of them so they often end up costing as much if not more!

The main point of differences are quality of ingredient, the amount of active ingredient (most high-street products contain such minimal amounts of the active ingredient they barely work) and the amount of research that goes into professional ranges (high street ranges are usually followers rather than innovators). There really is no comparison between professional products & what you can get on the high-street, they are poles apart. It's like saying glue on nail tips are like professionally applied extensions, or that Sally Hanson is the same as a professional nail product.

I couldn't agree more particularly the nail tip analogy.

Nail geeks would be up in arms (me included) if anyone suggested that glue on tips are as good as professional enhancements.

Personally I have seen a massive difference in my skin since using professional products properly.

 

[xxnaughtyfairyx]

im a huge neals yard fan =) cleansers i tend to use the chamomille one tone, not so much maybe once a week normally a sunday as i have the zesty lemon one really gets the mind working after a couple down the pub , moisturise with rose oil and always carry lavender sunscreen in my bag and a moisturiser. a mask once a fortnight, i just see how my skin is to see which one i use, body products all neals yard again
my skin is problamatic but this is helping, i have used dermalogica, darphin, hara clearasil ( slap me i was 14 at the time) simple dove the usual
this is the best my skin has been xx

 

[jrobinson]

I wish i could force myself to stick to a routine, I start one then a week on i just get lazy. I have acne prone skin and the only thing i found that really gets rid completly is the acne range from MD formulations. I find it fantastic. Like i say just need to stick at it!! Also used clinique which i like but no massive difference. No 7 is nice for a while.

 

[collin]

I wish i could force myself to stick to a routine, I start one then a week on i just get lazy.

I find my routine soooooo easy to maintain and works a treat.

Without fail or need for reminding 1 glass of red with red meat (or a white with fish or chicken) and then..well if there's any left ..the rest of the bottle.

Not sure about the effects of the skin but after two thirds down ...I really don't care any more ..:lol::lol:

That aside I do feel that professional products ,,whilst more expensive,do tend to offer better remedies to the various skin complaints we all suffer from.:hug:

 

[gillian w]

I use Decleor cleanser, toner, aromessence & moituriser, and balm at night. I mask once to twice a week, have regular AHA peels & CACI facials - I'm a skin-care whore!

There are many differences between high-street & salon ranges, I refuse to call them cheap & expensive as the high street ones are so full of fillers you need more of them so they often end up costing as much if not more!

The main point of differences are quality of ingredient, the amount of active ingredient (most high-street products contain such minimal amounts of the active ingredient they barely work) and the amount of research that goes into professional ranges (high street ranges are usually followers rather than innovators). There really is no comparison between professional products & what you can get on the high-street, they are poles apart. It's like saying glue on nail tips are like professionally applied extensions, or that Sally Hanson is the same as a professional nail product.

And looking at your picture on your website you look wonderful and about 18 so it must be working

 

[chantell simone]

I use skincare products by sacha cosmetics.

I cleanse, tone and moisturise twice a day, I also use a face scrub that I make myself once a week and I steam my face once a week.

 

[Lauz]

I have recently changed from clinique back over to the body shop, after i found clinique made me break out in spots and irritated my skin.

I now use the body shop seaweed products (i have combination skin) and it seems to be working and my skin has cleared up.

I don't find the body shop products expensive either i think their seaweed products are about £6-£8.

 

[Martin Duffy]

And looking at your picture on your website you look wonderful and about 18 so it must be working

Thanks for the kind words, as I'm 32 I quite like the idea of looking 18!!!

 

[Vanilla Pod]

HI I USE ALGOLOGIE, CLEANSER, TONER, MOISTURISER AND
ILCSI FACE MASKS:hug:

 

[blossom]

I'm 43 and not in the least worried about getting older. I've always suffered from an oily skin and it's still fairly oily though thankfully not quite as bad as it used to be!

I need a slap for my skincare "routine" - whichever brand of baby wipes is on 2 for 1 (must be fragrance free though), this is for eyes and face, followed by liberal splashing with cold water. I sometimes use an organic rosewater toner made by a therapist locally. Once or twice a week I exfoliate gently using a bit of salt on my finger - it feels lovely and ever so soft afterwards! :smack: I know I know :lol:

I've used expensive stuff in the past but tbh haven't noticed any difference, now I go for quick simple and cheap. When it stop working I will have to re-evaluate!! lol