Will this help my boyfriends oily, acne-prone skin?
he uses a freakin' bar of soap to wash his face... which i told him is probably over-drying his face, making it produce even more oil! so im asking this because i told him i'd help. his skin is SUPER oily, has blackheads, and acne..but not a whole whole lot.
first - exfoliate a few times a week. use enough baking soda to fill his palm and add water till you get the consistency of brown sugar. rub in circles all over his face. leave on for a minute or two. rinse off.
second - use Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash as a facial cleanser two times a day.
third - apply witch hazel as an astringent to skin, especially on really oily-prone and acne-prone areas.
will that help?? the excessive oil may be causing the acne so should he just try this first or does he need to buy a product for acne?
ive researched it............ im just asking what yall think. hes not going to see a dermatologist.
October 19th, 2010 - 05:34
Benzoyl peroxide, is a topical ointment that has been found to be effective for some people. Another is salicylic acid. Both are inexpensive and available at most pharmacies in the skin care section.
October 19th, 2010 - 05:34
He should either see a dermatologist or try proactive.
What you are suggesting may not work for his skin.