[Shannon in ATL]

Hi guys -
As I got skinnier the lines in my face got a lot more pronounced! I've been using Mary Kay Timewise nigt solution off and on for a while, and also have the daytime serum which I never really used. Started putting it under the makeup this week. The problem I'm having is that it is making my skin very oily. Does anyone have a recommendation for a daytime wear solution that won't make my face shiny? I'm so oily right now that when I scratch my eyes the oil gets in them and they start to burn...

Thanks!

[primaballerina]

Vichy makes a really great 24-hour moisturizing serum- it absorbs into your skin and keeps it hydrated all day. I have oily skin to begin with, and I find it is the only thing that works for me (moisturizes without making me look oily). I usually put a vichy lotion over top of the serum- they make a "thick" and a "light" lotion, depending on your skin type (i use the light one). It's definitely not oily, and it's the best moisturizer ever! I live in a dry climate, so i had to do a lot of research to find a good face cream- I tried everything, including La Mer (which is ridiculously expensive and supposed to be the best in the world) and the Vichy one is the best, in my opinion.

[Shannon in ATL]

Thanks!

[Darby1]

Hey Shannon,
Mary Kay tends to use a lot of oils in their products (at least they used to). I'd check the night solution and see if it has oil in it and if it does, quit using it too.

Is your skin usually oily or combination? Or do you think its just this product?

Most brands carry oil free products, including drugstore brands like Neutrogena or Oil of Olay. Your might look into some of the microdermabrasion systems that are available to help with the fine lines and wrinkles. Microdermabrasion will also help with any clogged pores that the oil caused.

I find with skin care products you just have to use trial and error. When I worked in spas I would do consultations on the skin; you might call around and see if any estheticians in your area will do a consultation. Most will also give samples of the products they recommend (and sell in the spa).

You can also usually get samples from the counters at department stores. Talk to the people who work there-they're not usually licensed skincare specialists, but they do get training on the products. Oh, and I think the sales associates at Sephora are very knowledgeable. I think you can get samples from them too.

Good luck!

[Shannon in ATL]

The MK solutions both say that they are oil free, but I don't really believe them... My skin is combination -oily T zone, not so bad everywhere else. It used to be super duper oily when I was young, but it is drying a little as I hit late 30's...

I got a coupon for either a microdermabrasion treatment or a lymph massage at my PSs office after my recent surgery - I have no idea what a lymph massage is, so I might do the microdermabrasion and then talk to the esthetician while I'm there.

Thanks Darby!