Specific Recommendations?

[splotx]

Hi!

i'm looking for the perfect cleanser, toner, exfoliator and moisturizer. i've looked at other threads where favorite products are listed but there are just so manyy i can't decide what to try! i'm currently using Boots Time Dimensions for everything except moisturizer...i just use baby lotion or something random for that. although it's working all right, i still have clogged pores, blackheads and the occasional big zit

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what would you recommend for someone with normal, combination skin with an oily t-zone (nose and sometimes forehead) that is prone to blackheads (especially on the nose!!), and occasional dry patches on the cheeks? thanks for any replies!!

 

[kaeisme]

I like Neutrogena Deep Cleansing Cream

Oil of Olay Regenersist

Oil of Olay Sensitive Skin Moisturizer

 

[Aquilah]

I recently got a sample of MAC Oil Control Lotion, and I'm in LOVE with it! Most definitely going to have to get a full size ASAP! MK TimeWise is good, especially now that they have two different formulas for normal-to-dry and normal-to-oily skin types instead of just the one formula.

MAC's Microfine Refinisher is really nice too. As for a cleanser, I've had great luck with MK Velocity Facial Cleanser (the lightweight moisturizer too), as well as Avon Naturals Purifying Tea Tree & Grapefruit.

 

[Nessicle]

I have normal/combo and I use Dove soap for my face together with Olay Beauty Fluid (Olay Complete if my skin is a bit drier) and I don't get blackheads or spots.

I don't use a toner - I personally think it isn't necessary but it's personal choice. I like to put some water on a cotton pad and wipe it round my skin to freshen up or I like to use The Body Shop Cucumber water on a cotton pad, but I only do this if I'm not wearing make up and just want to freshen up.

For an exfoliator I use Origins Never a Dull Moment and I love it, but I heard St Ives scrub is quite good too!

 

[imperfection96]

Well...I am not sure if you would like this but it works for me. I try to go as natural and organic as i can with everything in my life. I only use products 2-3 times a week. the rest of the time it is water. I also keep my products to a minimum.

For my skin I use.

pure organic honey as a face wash or mask.

oatmeal/vanilla bar soap from sweetgrassonline.com.

(I order this from thevillagegreenmarket.com) along with my eccobella products.

Alba very emoilent body lotion for my face if needed. if I don't feel the need for a thick lotion. I use natures gate herbal lotion.

exfoliation is either a rough wash cloth, aspirin mask or baking soda.