Do Scents Make Sense? Part 4
Help Me Keep My Skin Beautiful, Yet Fragrance Free!
Skin - the body's largest organ, designed for protection as well as for beauty. How important is it for us to take care of it? Well, think about this: your skin starts to age when you are only in your mid-20s. So it's very important to know how to care for it. We'll do our best to help you to do just that - fragrance free!
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Step One: Use a Gentle Facial Cleanser
Select a facial cleanser designed for your special skin type. Be sure to use only cool or warm water, as hot water will strip your skin of its natural oils. Pat your skin dry.
Fragrance Free Facial Cleansers
W. Clark tells us: "I've used this Neutrogena product for years and home I never have to change. It does a great job cleaning my sensitive skin. When I've tried other facial cleansing products I always experience a bad reaction."
+ With hyaluronic acid and six herbal extracts
+ Soap-free, will not dry skin
+ Removes dirt, oil and makeup residue gently and effectively
This satisfied customer says: "Having both oily and sensitive skin, it can be a challenge finding a product that cleans well and is not an irritant. After using this product daily for a long time, my skin still responds well to this cleanser."
Step Two: Moisturize!
Moisturizer gives your skin extra protection. If your skin is oily, use an oil-free moisturizer every day. If your skin is dry, you might have to moisturize more often. Pat it on while your skin is still damp.
Fragrance Free Moisturizers
+ Absorbs quickly to replenish moisture
+ Non-greasy, glycerin-rich formula penetrates instantly
+ Hydrates skin with therapeutic moisture levels that last all day
+ Based on clinically and time-tested formula used by Norwegian fishermen
Moisturizing Vitamin Complex Fights the Seven Signs of Aging. Olay Total Effects contains VitaNiacin, an exclusive formulation of vitamin B3 (a niacin derivative), vitamin E and pro-vitamin B5.
+ Formulated specifically for chronic dry, sensitive skin
+ Clinically proven to bind water to the skin and prevent moisture loss.
+ Free of lanolins, parabens and fragrances that can irritate sensitive skin. Non-comedogenic.
+ Provides long-lasting relief to even severe dry skin.
+ Cosmetically appealing for facial use
No Parabens, No Mineral Oil, No Petroleum, No Artificial Color, No Fragrance, No Animal Products, No Gluten.
Step Three: Don't Forget the Sunscreen!
You need sunscreen every day. Some moisturizers contain sunscreen, but if yours doesn't, you need to buy sunscreen. Make sure it has a broad-spectrum SPF of at least 30.
A very satisfied Wayne says: "I have super sun sensitive skin, and have been dealing with pre skin cancers for years. This is the brand we get from the Vets Admin when prescribed a sun screen. They had always prescribed the same product only "Natural Zinc" until now. The Natural Zinc left me white streaked. But this new change to "Clear Zinc" although it still goes on white... after a couple minutes turns really clear. I love the change. AND it really protects in the harshest conditions. GOOD STUFF!"
Step Four: Now Put on the Makeup
Remember:
1. Cleanser
2. Moisturizer
3. Sunscreen
4. Makeup
Fragrance Free Makeup
Use under foundation to create a naturally flawless complexion.
* Non-comedogenic
* Won't clog pores
* Dermatologically-tested
* Non-acnegenic
* Pressed powder
* Oil free
* Fragrance free; SPF 20
* Hypoallergenic
* Non Comedogenic
* Dermatologist developed
Ann Gee writes: "Lasts forever. Like a liquid and powder. Conceals great while doing good for acne. Doesn't dry out your skin either."
* Oil free
* Fragrance free; SPF 20
* Hypoallergenic
* Non Comedogenic
* Dermatologist developed
How do you keep your face clean and fragrance free? - Please share your secrets with us!
You've actually listed a few skin cleansers that I have used! At the moment, I have one from the Simple line. I love Oil of Olay and Neutrogena, but wished they were more reasonably priced.
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@Lynn Klobuchar: I'm really proud of you for supporting him in this. Too many just figure, "That's HIS problem," and do nothing to change his environment. What a great mom you are! :)
I am pretty lucky -- not much bothers my skin. But my oldest son has to use the Aveeno products. We've been fragrance and color free with him for years.