New Skin Care Book - Skin Type Solution by Dr Leslie Baumann

[ivette]

i saw this book too. very interesting

 

[Tina Marie]

hmm sounds great! Anything to help my skin- think I might go grab it! Thanks for the rec!

 

[singinmom]

For those who are interested and haven't purchased her book yet it is now out on paperback. I was surprised to find myself testing as a dry skin type (always thought I was combo/oily) and am currently trying her suggestions. The book has a lot of great information and I highly recommend it.

 

[BEgirliegirl]

Hey girls! I have a question for all of you who have the book. I just got my book in the mail today and have been reading it. I took the test but I still am little unclear about my skin type. Well I am only confused on the Oily vs Dry part. I am without a doubt a S,N. The book said I was a W but I think it is more cause of genetics not things I am doing cause I cant go out in the sun without BURNING! So my question is mainly for the Oily vs Dry. It came out that I was an O but only by 1 or 2 points, so technique I am combination. She does not have a category for this so should I look more at the O or the D side? I have some dry spots but is mainly where I have applied acne meds to dry it up. My face can feel tight sometimes after washing but I think I am using too harsh of a cleanser. I also hate the feel of anything thick and oily on my face. So what should I do? What did you other combination girls do? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! You girls are always so helpful with everything else!

 

[singinmom]

I have combination skin also. Tested higher on the dry side of the oily/dry scale the first time I took the survey so I stopped using my topical acne meds. (they'd stopped working anyway so I figured I'd try the gentler approach) I started using aveeno ultra calming products. My skin feels generally better and when I re-took the survey I scored only slightly dry. Problem is I'm still breaking out. So now I'm trying La Roche Posey products and if that doesn't work I may have to go to the dermatologist to get a different prescription. This is my long way of saying try something for a few weeks and see how you feel. Since you are a few points on the Oily scale start with one of Dr Baumann's gentle recommendations for you such as aveeno or cetaphil.

 

[speedy]

I love this book. Since I read it and started following the recommendations, my skin has been amazing. I never thought I'd get my skin like this.

 

[sweetsugar]

I have got nothing but good things to say about The Skin Type Solution by Dr Baumann. Her book kinda saved my skin. I thought I knew it 'all' about skin care but this book has proved me wrong. Currently I have been following her recommended skin care for a month and my skin has never looked sooo good since I cant even remember when, it feels baby soft, previous black acne scars have gone, looks clear & radiant and no more new spots or cysts have been formed not even during the time of the month . Even pa & grandpa have said how clear my skin looked! BTW my skin type is OSPT ! Also because of me my BF is following it, he too says it is good, next target is my mum!

 

[Leza1121]

Hi,

I think I will add this book to my beauty library. :sunshine:

 

[BEgirliegirl]

Hey sweetsugar! What products are you using? Also what was you number for the O/D part? Thanks so much! I am really curious to see what you are using that helped you considerind we are both close together- the only difference is that I am an N! :laughing:

 

[sweetsugar]

Hi BEgirliegirl,

My skin result was: O37/S34/P36/T34 . So Dr B says that between 34-44 is very oily!!

Currently I m using:

AM

* Cleanser: Mario Badescu Acne Facial Cleanser (a fuss free & efficient cleanser with salicylic acid)

* Toner: Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Toner ( I thought I didn't need a toner but my skin has proved me wrong)

* Treatment on T-zone only: Clindagel (1% clindamycin & 5% Bezoyl peroxide)

* Moisturizer: Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream SPF 15 (I dont have got any wrinkles but this contains retinol which exfoliate my skin)

* Apply Scarguard to those nasty dark acne scars!!

PM

* Makeup remover: DHC Deep Cleansing Oil ( I apply MU everyday)

* Cleanser: same

* Toner: same

* When I have got spots I apply 10% Benzac gel and when have got cystic acne then I apply Mario Badescu Buffering lotion

Weekly

* Kanebo Silk peeling powder, this not a scrub but I use it as a scrub but its very gently 3x a week

* I apply different kind of (sheet) masks once a week or when I feel like it

Other things I have learned from Dr B are:

* Expensive Skincare is not necessary better

* Natural or Organic skin care have never been scientifically proven that its more efficient or better for the skin

* No harsh treatments for my skin, like microdermabraison, or going to the sauna because its too hot for my skin

* Mineral Makeup has also never been scientifically proven to be better for the skin, I do use Mineral Liquid Foundation

Hope this helps! And good luck with ur skin care routine!!

 

[BEgirliegirl]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it! :laughing:

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it! :laughing:

 

[sweetsugar]

Sure no problem! You're welcome!

 

[bunkyprewster]

She is working on an updated version that is suppose to be out this December. Guess what is going on my Christmas wishlist??