https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:23:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference/page/2#post-1707521 Wed, 03 Aug 2016 12:16:25 +0000 jenanded 1707521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh I had no idea about these filaments! Why has noone told me what they are... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference/page/2#post-1706461 Mon, 01 Aug 2016 17:04:20 +0000 Nishaa 1706461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm going to second annagybe, "Some people win the genetic lottery, some don't. But skin care does help"</p> <p>Yes, consistency is the key. But more than expensive products I think a consultation with dermatologist would help. Over moisturising is also a problem like over cleaning is. </p> <p>And yes, sunscreen. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference/page/2#post-1706115 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 20:03:43 +0000 gradfashionista 1706115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For long bouts, I tried using products with salicylic acid to clear pores, as well as benzoyl peroxide (Paula's Choice, plus her Vit C serum). I used these for months at a time, but honestly, could not tell the difference between the "before" and "after."</p> <p>&nbsp;Same goes for home SA and GA peels, which managed to burn my skin without unclogging. Two years ago, I treated myself to my first (and so far only) facial. It felt lovely, and while my skin look slightly better immediately after, it returned to its regular appearance within a few days. Months later, I read about the difference between blackheads and sebaceous filaments, which look like tiny blackheads on your nose, but are actually filaments that return within a week of being extracted. In other words, you can't get rid of them, and their appearance and visibility are determined genetically.</p> <p>From what I've read and been told by doctors, the only products that make a visible difference are prescription retinoids (Retin-A, Tazorac, etc), which require daily use over the long haul.</p> <p>But I still hope that there are cheaper and efficient options out there.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference/page/2#post-1706112 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 19:39:35 +0000 Gaylene 1706112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming back in to clarify my earlier remarks. I think skin care is a very individual matter. What works for one person doesn't necessarily work for another. The obvious answer to "Do facial products make a difference?" Is YES, but that doesn't mean a more complex or more costly, skin care regime will automatically improve your skin. The "difference" can just as easily be negative as positive. And, to add to the confusion, even dermatologists differ in their recommendations and treatments. It's a Wild West out there in skin-care land ;)</p> <p>My personal philosophy is to keep MY skin comfortable and to introduce new products carefully, one at a time, to see how my skin reacts. Sometimes I'll keep using a product because I like the feel or the fragrance--happiness isn't bad for the psyche. I try to remember that signs of aging aren't going to be erased no matter what products I put on my face. I also try to remember my best skin is the skin on my torso and inner arms which has been washed daily with a mild soap for decades and protected from sun for most of my life. I try to keep that fact in mind when I see the advertisements for the latest "miracle" product. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference/page/2#post-1705937 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 10:49:29 +0000 Staysfit 1705937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, for sure! Talk with a dermatologist. I have rosacea, I wish you could see my before and after pictures! I use Cetaphil or Eucerin Redness relief soap to cleanse, a facial peel from Exuviance because OTC retinoids are too harsh for me, and I use sunscreen/moisturizer everyday. Vitamin C cream is also supposed to be helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1705581 Sat, 30 Jul 2016 12:40:14 +0000 anne 1705581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have never tried anything expensive. I just use nivea to moisturize and wash my face once a day in the shower. I bought some make up remover recently but haven't opened it.<br /> I have pretty good skin but not from my efforts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1705215 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 20:51:15 +0000 Anonymous 1705215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just adding -- the only thing I've ever done that actually resulted in favorable comments on my skin is I quit eating sugar.&nbsp; After about a month, the compliments started.&nbsp; Which eased the withdrawal pains! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704876 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 11:44:37 +0000 Deborah 1704876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My personal view is that a good diet, drinking lots of water and enough sleep are great for our skin. &nbsp;I also believe it's important to cleanse and moisturise. &nbsp;I am actually trialing some skin care for a friend at the moment. &nbsp;I like it but I don't think it makes my skin look any better than my usual products. &nbsp;The only product I have found that really makes a visible difference is a bee venom product... made quite a difference and reduced the puffiness under my eyes. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704843 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 07:33:49 +0000 Brooklyn 1704843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second Alexandra and Xtabay on Paula's Choice products. I love them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704817 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 05:54:23 +0000 Gigi 1704817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a friend who swears by Dr. Hauschka products. She started using them in her thirties and was so impressed that she became a salesperson for them. She has amazing skin. She looks like she is in her late thirties, but she is in her early fifties. I myself tried some of the Dr. H products, and I reacted to some of them (the Night Serum and the Cleansing Milk gave me acne). However, others seemed to be the only thing my sensitive skin could handle (the Melissa Cream and the Cleansing Cream). I had been using a glycolic cream before starting the Dr. H products, and I noticed a big difference with the glycolic cream. But I found that I could do without it once I started the Dr. H. So the Dr. H products must be doing some good stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704774 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 03:30:41 +0000 BrieN 1704774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well. If I ever get my mother-in-law to divulge her secrets I'll be sure to share them here. She has aged 5 years in the last 20. I have to imagine that there must be some needles or scalpels involved, but nothing you can pinpoint. She is fanatical about sunscreen, a wide brimmed SPF hat, and huge sunglasses every moment she steps outside, so there is one piece of advice for you.&nbsp; </p> <p>As for me, Retin-A &nbsp;and a product called Calm, Cool and Corrected have cured my rosacea woes.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704748 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 02:30:25 +0000 SandyG 1704748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm also in the group for Retin-A skin woes. When I asked my very fair skinned dermatologist what she recommended for my skin&nbsp;it was only two products. The first is an Rx 30% vitamin C cream which she swore would not irritate my skin, because I was twitching thinking about my rosacea getting irritated with vitamin C. But it's gentle and my skin is brighter and more even in color in one month. The second is the skin supplement Helios Ultra.&nbsp;She uses both, has beautiful skin, and her hobby is ocean racing, so she has lots of sun and salt water exposure. She's currently sailing to Hawaii and back, so she's a really sporty dermatologist!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704656 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 00:18:48 +0000 Aziraphale 1704656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yup, it's true. Retin-A makes some people's skin freak out. But it's worth a try, because in terms of making the skin's collagen layer thicker, it's the only thing that has the science behind it. Other creams will temporarily plump up the skin, and be lovely to apply and non-irritating, but they don't make any structural changes -- they just temporarily (like, for a few hours) increase the skin's ability to retain moisture. </p> <p>Moisturizers are important if your skin is prone to dryness or flakiness, though.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gradfashionista, I am like you. I find a very minimal routine is just as good as a complicated one. The less I muck with my skin, the better. More than anything I rub on my face, you know what I think helps? Sleep! The myths about "beauty sleep" are actually true. Also, for me, stress = blemishes. Alcohol consumption (which seems to increase with increased stress, haha) definitely plays a role too, although drinking too much doesn't seem as terrible for my skin as inadequate sleep.&nbsp;</p> <p>Another thing: when people talk about skin, I wonder if there's an element of opinion to it. I think people tend to get perfectionistic. Photoshopped or airbrushed media images don't help the situation. We have unrealistic expectations of how skin should look.&nbsp;Lots of people who think they have mediocre skin actually have very nice skin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704596 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 21:52:09 +0000 jill58 1704596@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I too had a bad reaction to prescription Retin-A cream. I've always been very skeptical of products although I have been a daily user of moisturizer with sunscreen since my twenties.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704348 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:32:56 +0000 Anonymous 1704348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second <b>Alexandra </b>on the Paula's Choice products.&nbsp; I use quite a few of them for body care.&nbsp; The facial products are excellent, too.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704342 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:23:26 +0000 Anonymous 1704342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a bad reaction to an Rx Retin-A cream prescribed by my dermatologist. My skin got so bad that it was peeling badly, and it was painful to wash my face. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704326 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 14:50:57 +0000 Alexandra 1704326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, it makes a big difference, in my experience. My current regime for several years now has been Paula's Choice. My evening routine is cleanser, toner, exfoliant, serum, and moisturizer. Morning is simpler - toner, serum, moisturizer with SPF. A few years ago I had a bout of redness, dryness, and irritation that started out of nowhere and nothing worked to get rid of it until I tried this Paula's Choice stuff. My skin felt better overnight and healed over the next couple of weeks. The products are fragrance-free and kind to the skin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704279 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 13:56:52 +0000 Thirkellgirl 1704279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I'd used sunscreen when I was young instead of baking in the sun, and all of my skin issues at this point in life are because of that. I use Olay Regenerist face wipes at night (or Philosophy Purity), and then Josie Maran light argan oil. I was a Clinique user for years, and it was a real revelation to me that I'd hit the point in life where oil was a *good thing. In the winter I use Clinique's Moisture Surge Mask, which I have discovered is gentler than either of their other two Moisture Surge products. I exfoliate with a wash cloth year round, and use either Clinique's 7-Day Scrub or Philosophy's MicroDelivery Exfoliating Wash or Olay Regenerist scrub weekly, and I haven't noticed any difference in results between them. My grandmother and mom both had lovely skin into their 80s and my grandmother used Ponds Cold Cream and my mom used Oil of Olay (and no sunscreen) so I think consistency in moisturizing is more important than how expensive the product is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704180 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 09:04:38 +0000 jenanded 1704180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have always used products on my skin. The ones I have been using for ages are Simplicite and they seem to make a good difference. Not that my skin is perfect by any means, but it is fairly cost efficient and my skin is in pretty good nick for how my skin plays. I find a lot of the commercial brands give me red itchy skin, oiliness, etc etc. I would give a lot more things up before I ever did my skin care range... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704159 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 06:23:53 +0000 Aziraphale 1704159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Expensive moisturizers tend to smell delightful and feel lovely as you smooth them on your skin, but in my experience, they don't actually do anything much besides temporarily add a bit of moisture, which is something that a cheap tube of Cetaphil or CeraVe does just as well (if not better). So mostly I use the cheap stuff, but I do find that daily moisturizer makes my skin marginally nicer.</p> <p>One thing that does work, I think, in terms of making you look a bit more youthful and radiant is Retin-A (tretonoin) cream. It increases cell turnover. I've noticed a slight difference since using it for this past year, although I'm also a year older, so I'm fighting against the clock, lol.</p> <p>I dislike sunscreen but have been using it faithfully for at least a decade. It's one of the only things that works for preventing -- well, delaying -- wrinkles. Staying inside like a monk all the time would work even better, of course. :-)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1704094 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 03:06:31 +0000 annagybe 1704094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Some people win the genetic lottery, some don't. But skin care does help in my opinion.</p> <p>I use Retin-A and a topical combination of an antibiotic benzoyl peroxide. With those I use a lot of moisturizer. <br />I've just started using this and I like it so far. Not cheap,<br /><a href="http://www.sephora.com/viz-1000-75-hyaluronic-acid-complex-P222818?skuId=1125459&amp;icid2=products%20grid:p222818" rel="nofollow">http://www.sephora.com/viz-100.....=products%</a></p> <p>I'm trying to find new regular moisturizers. I think I'll try Aesop. <br />If anything hit up Sephora and ask for samples, or any department store. Get at least two of each product if you can to see how they really work.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703954 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 00:09:36 +0000 rachylou 1703954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My grandma used the Clinique moisturizer and didn't have a wrinkle, I swear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703952 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 00:07:52 +0000 Thistle 1703952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't use much.</p> <p>My skin is very sensitive, and I'm prone to fragrance based dermatitis. Almost anything I use must be fragrance free.</p> <p>Many cleansers, masks or peels leave my skin red and itchy. Also allergies.</p> <p>My dermatologist basically told me he's seen it more and more often. He gave some recommendations but I should really go back as my skin has changed post kids. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703934 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 23:38:07 +0000 deb 1703934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, I was a Clinique user when they first came on the scene. Started retin A in my mid 30s then stopped because of other medical issues. I have always used moisturizer, even with oily skin. I am currently using - </p> <p><b>Night</b></p> <p>I double cleanse with <a href="http://www.sephora.com/take-the-day-off-cleansing-oil-P384821?skuId=1583426&amp;icid2=products grid:p384821" rel="nofollow">Clinique Take the Day off Cleansing Oil</a>&nbsp;and any good cream cleanser.</p> <p><a href="http://www.sephora.com/facial-radiance-pads-P278317?skuId=1309608&amp;icid2=products grid:p278317" rel="nofollow">First Aid Beauty Radiance Pads</a>&nbsp;- This is a chemical exfoliator. Granules irritate my skin.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.sephora.com/glow-by-dr-brandt-overnight-resurfacing-serum-P302937?skuId=1390616&amp;icid2=products grid:p302937" rel="nofollow">Glo By Dr Brandt</a> - retinol cream</p> <p>I use <a href="http://www.sephora.com/dramatically-different-moisturizing-lotion-P381030?skuId=1538354&amp;icid2=products grid:p381030" rel="nofollow">Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing lotion</a> day and night.</p> <p>Morning</p> <p>I only use a wash cloth and warm water in the morning, no cleanser followed by </p> <p><a href="http://www.timelessha.com/20-vitamin-c-e-ferulic-acid-serum-1-oz/" rel="nofollow">Timeless Skin Care 20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid</a>&nbsp;- It is made on demand and because vitamin C&nbsp;decreases it's potency with age ( it turns yellow) must be use before the turn.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a great product for the price and I highly recommend it.</p> <p><a href="http://www.sephora.com/advanced-genifique-youth-activating-serum-P379510?skuId=1528066&amp;icid2=products grid:p379510" rel="nofollow">Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum</a>.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703863 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:35:25 +0000 Carla 1703863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like you, Clinique was my go to for years. Then the moisturizer started to feel too greasy and made my eyes water! I have different stuff in different kits (I have 2 gym bags on the go, and a drawer at home.) I like Aveno products, but have flings with other lines. Nothing really high end.</p> <p>My skin looks best about an hour after a workout - when the redness recedes and it is plumped up, shiny, and clean fom a good sweat followed by a shower. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703857 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:31:05 +0000 Gaylene 1703857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think if your current regime is working for you, I'd stay with it. Despite the claims, nothing prevents aging--and, if you are lucky, you'll live long enough to gain a few wrinkles and lines regardless of what you smear on your face. </p> <p>My skin care regime was similar to yours (sans the clay mask) until I reached my early sixties. Since I spent a lot of time outdoors, I was an early sunscreen adopter and I think it paid off for me since, at 67, I have very little wrinkling and a fairly smooth, even-toned complexion. My makeup routine was also pretty simple--mascara, eye pencil, a dab of concealer, and a lip gloss. All my products, along with a small bottle of shampoo, a brush, and a tube of hand cream, fit easilyinto a small pocket in a backpack or carryon. </p> <p>In my early sixties, I did start using a glycolic acid lotion, a vitamin C serum, and a hyluronic cream. My skin didn't have a problem with these products and did appear brighter--at least to my eye, although Mr, G says he can't discern any difference. :). I like the feel and subtle scent of the products, and I can afford them, but I suspect the psychological benefits might outweigh any real difference. Whatever...it pleases me to use them so I'll continue for now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703854 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 21:26:19 +0000 Angie 1703854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It ABSOLUTELY makes a HUGE difference. And will be back to comment.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703807 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 20:29:07 +0000 Anonymous 1703807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, it absolutely makes a difference to me. I use a fair bit of product - different things on different days and time of day, and every time I decide to substitute my high end stuff for a drugstore version or go the simple route, I regret it. You are lucky to get away with just sunscreen - I'm pretty amazed! &nbsp; I have recently gone full on into the Prevage line, which is really expensive, but got good advice, plus a good cosmetician at Shoppers Drug Mart willing to give me extra little treats to make the expense worth my while. &nbsp;I think I have good skin, especially for the amount of sun exposure I get. I treat it very well, and hope it reflects that.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703769 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 19:57:06 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1703769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sunscreen and Retin-A have an impact. I think the rest is more looks and comfort. (I really like facial oils in the winter.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-facial-products-make-a-difference#post-1703751 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 19:41:42 +0000 Anonymous 1703751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I noticed a profound difference in my skin after I began using Avon Anew cream in my mid 30s. I am now 60 and use glycolic acid on my face, neck, chest twice a week. I also use a vitamin C serum two times a week. I constantly get complimented on my skin. No lines, wrinkles, or dark spots.</p> <p>BTW, i think adding sunscreen to my routine helped immensely. </p>