topic Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look! in Beauty

Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

AngelPuppy1 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:45:08 GMT

I think it might have something to do with the weather changing for one thing because I go through this ever so often. I noticed within the last few days that my face has all these little dry flakes all over it! I have very sensitive skin so can't use retinoids or anything like that. And I have Rosacea so have redness and broken caps, so skin is very reactive and I have to treat it gently. I apply moisturizer and then try to apply my bb cream or foundation and it looks terrible as the flakes are still showing! Yuck!!!

I don't want to try and use a heavy moisturizer as this will break me out, plus, I don't think it would help since it seems that I need to get rid of this layer of what I think must be dead skin???? I don't know????

I tried using Clnique Seven Day Gentle Scrub and that doesn't seem to be doing much either.

Would some kind of facial mask help??? If so, what kind???? I can't use anything harsh or anything with fragrance!

I'd appreciate any suggestions! Thank you for the help!

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

Janey2 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:43:16 GMT

Maybe trying Josie Maran light argon oil twice a day used as your moisturizer. If possible I would not put anything else on my face. If the argon oil works I would the add your foundation. It is possible that something you always use is suddenly giving you problems.

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SilleeMee — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:05:47 GMT

When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.

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Kabella — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:53:41 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 You may want to skip the creams & try JM's Argan oil. It should be soothing on your skin with beneficial ingred's that help heal sensitive skin problems also. You can switch up to an oil cleanser. I am not familiar with rosacea so thats all I can reco.

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Dusty1 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:00:39 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 What cleanser are you using? I have found that if I change my cleanser I can fix some dry skin problems without using heavier products that will break me out.

I love Cosrx Face Wash but it can dry me out.

First Aid Beauty Face Wash is very gentle. Even cleansers that claim to be gentle or for dry skin can still make my skin dry out.

A gentle scrub might help.

Argan oil is very soothing to my skin, I would use that after a gentle scrub.

Good luck.

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Dusty1 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:05:11 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 I see that @Kabella also recommended argan oil. I do love JM Argan OIl & that is what got me started with argan.

I buy Ulta brand or Shea Moisture brand argan oil, now though. I use argan oil as a makeup remover before my face cleanser, so I go through a bit of it.

If my face is irritated I use it to sooth my skin.

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

Sooner — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:06:18 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
I think it might have something to do with the weather changing for one thing because I go through this ever so often. I noticed within the last few days that my face has all these little dry flakes all over it! I have very sensitive skin so can't use retinoids or anything like that. And I have Rosacea so have redness and broken caps, so skin is very reactive and I have to treat it gently. I apply moisturizer and then try to apply my bb cream or foundation and it looks terrible as the flakes are still showing! Yuck!!!

I don't want to try and use a heavy moisturizer as this will break me out, plus, I don't think it would help since it seems that I need to get rid of this layer of what I think must be dead skin???? I don't know????

I tried using Clnique Seven Day Gentle Scrub and that doesn't seem to be doing much either.

Would some kind of facial mask help??? If so, what kind???? I can't use anything harsh or anything with fragrance!

I'd appreciate any suggestions! Thank you for the help!

@AngelPuppy1 I could have written your post. I have skin like yours. I am not sure exactly what fixed the problem, but I stopped putting so many harsher things to get rid of the flakes--some skin really does react badly to acne type products and exfoliation products.

I use lighter moisturizers like some Shiseido has and some Clinique has, milder but efficient cleansers (Cliniques have been good) and drinking a lot more water.

It has taken awhile but my skin is very good now. I do use the Tatcha rice exfoliator about once every week to 10 days--used LIGHTLY--and it helps. It is for sensitive skin. And is expensive, but 2 for 1 now here.

But in general fewer products, less harsh, and more moisture but not heavy creams has worked well for me. And water! Get yourself a good water bottle (I love the Takeya ones with the straw top) and use it!

Good luck!!!! Hope any of this helps.

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

tends2dogs — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:24:43 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
I think it might have something to do with the weather changing for one thing because I go through this ever so often. I noticed within the last few days that my face has all these little dry flakes all over it! I have very sensitive skin so can't use retinoids or anything like that. And I have Rosacea so have redness and broken caps, so skin is very reactive and I have to treat it gently. I apply moisturizer and then try to apply my bb cream or foundation and it looks terrible as the flakes are still showing! Yuck!!!

I don't want to try and use a heavy moisturizer as this will break me out, plus, I don't think it would help since it seems that I need to get rid of this layer of what I think must be dead skin???? I don't know????

I tried using Clnique Seven Day Gentle Scrub and that doesn't seem to be doing much either.

Would some kind of facial mask help??? If so, what kind???? I can't use anything harsh or anything with fragrance!

I'd appreciate any suggestions! Thank you for the help!

@AngelPuppy1 Here is another vote for Josie's argan oil. I have using Retin A for close to a year now and still get flaking. If I am just around the house, it doesn't bother me, but when going out and putting on make up, it is a problem. I put her oil on and it takes care of it so that I can precede with my make up. Since using RA, I have found I don't need as much foundation. I use Maybelline age rewind hightlighter and neutralizer under my eyes, Bare Escentuals for any extra coverage and then a light dusting of IT airbrushed foundation. This works for me. Oh, I have tried other less expensive brands of argan and they don't penetrate my skin like Josie's. A bottle lasts a long time. I hope you can resolve this.

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

Shanus — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:35:54 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.

@SilleeMee I agree about using too hot water...I'm a victim of that, too, but have been trying to not do it as often.

Retin A does it's work by flaking, exfoliating. I always recommend the gentleness of a soft wash cloth to remove any loose flakes. If the poster is still flaking after a year, maybe a less % is in order or alternating nights.

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tends2dogs — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:29:48 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.

@SilleeMee I mentioned in my post to the OP that I am still getting flaking because of using RA. If I added the glycolic to my regimen, would that take care of it? Would I have to use it daily? I have the 10% serum and the body lotion from Alpha Skin. I don't know why I stopped using them, but have recently stepped up the body lotion to daily use. I then apply Josie's body butter over that. Could I use the body stuff on my face?

TIA

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SilleeMee — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:41:10 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.
@SilleeMee I agree about using too hot water...I'm a visctim of that, too, but have been trying to not do it as often.

Retin A does it's work by flaking, exfoliating. I always recommend the gentleness of a soft wash cloth to remove any loose flakes. If the poster is still flaking after a year, maybe a less % is in order or alternating nights.

@Shanus

I think we talked about this before. RA's anti-aging effects happen deep within the skin. The flaking and dryness are side effects of that and are not what makes RA effective as an anti-ager. RA works beneath the skin's surface and it works there regardless of any flaking you may see on the surface meaning flaking is not necessary to get results when using RA and flaking should not be a goal either.

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

Shanus — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:44:02 GMT

@SilleeMee Yes, I agree about the Retin A working beneath the surface. I have also found over the years that the natural flaking is a good exfoliation for me.

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SilleeMee — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 13:48:08 GMT

@tends2dogs wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.

@SilleeMee I mentioned in my post to the OP that I am still getting flaking because of using RA. If I added the glycolic to my regimen, would that take care of it? Would I have to use it daily? I have the 10% serum and the body lotion from Alpha Skin. I don't know why I stopped using them, but have recently stepped up the body lotion to daily use. I then apply Josie's body butter over that. Could I use the body stuff on my face?

TIA

@tends2dogs

I use the Alpha body lotion quite often on my face. The 12% GA, which it contains, takes care of my flakes and dryness. I apply my RA at night, rinse that off in the morning and then apply a light layer of the Alpha body lotion to my face. I do that two or three times a week, sometimes less...just depends on my skin at the time. Consistent use of at least 10% GA should help with dryness/flaking plus the GA will help maintain moisture levels inside the skin b/c GA has the ability to penetrate deeply plus GA is a terrific humectant (moisture loving acid, plumps the skin from within).

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henderson — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:27:45 GMT

I use Paula's Choice UnScrub -- fragrance-free and very gentle.

This one-of-a-kind, gentle cleansing face scrub whisks away makeup, sunscreen and impurities while renewing skin with round, biodegradable jojoba beads.

Thoroughly cleanses without disrupting skin's barrier
Natural, dissolvable beads gently cleanse skin
Milky, gel texture rinses easily
Use alone or as one step of a double cleanse

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Caaareful Shopper — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:30:09 GMT

Perhaps this is TMI, but this is my experience.

I have not had any major menopause issues, and I'm 60 years old this year. A little night time sweats for a couple of months years ago, but other than that, nothing....yet.

However, about a year ago, my always-oily skin showed a noticeable change. Dry, flaky skin around my nose, forehead, and chin. Apparently, skin changes during menopause is one of the top changes we go through, but it gets less discussion.

Solution for me -- I exfoliate twice a week. When I finish that process, I leave my face slightly damp and apply argan oil all over my face with upwards smoothing. Putting the argan oil on while my face is damp leaves it bright and moisturized, with no oily residue or feeling. It has been remarkable for my skin! Not one flake or dryness, even over the colder months last winter.

So for me, it's exfoliate twice/week + argan oil after every regular wash, morning & night.

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Fressa — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:39:13 GMT

I have super sensitive skin with issue and allergies. I've had those tiny flakes that you are describing. Here's my list of products that I tried and worked for me. A little goes a long way so they last a long time.

Dr. Denese firming facial microdermabrashin firming cream (it's a facial wash)

Dr.ancer Polish-Sensitive

Dr.Denese --Firming Facial Wash

I found that I needed the Polish or Firming cream wash to get rid of the tiny flakes. The
Firming facila wash works but I needed an extra boost.

I use the microfiber (campenlli) facial towels to remove my eye makeup and they work fine. I read reviews that others use them over the entire face. My face reacted to that but I believe that was an allergic reaction to the fibers. (I have a ton of allergies) Those may or may not work for your needs. Check the reviews to see if someone posted that has similar skin needs that match yours. That's what I do.

Hope one of the above works for you.

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wilma — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:58:42 GMT

@henderson wrote:
I use Paula's Choice UnScrub -- fragrance-free and very gentle.

This one-of-a-kind, gentle cleansing face scrub whisks away makeup, sunscreen and impurities while renewing skin with round, biodegradable jojoba beads.
Thoroughly cleanses without disrupting skin's barrier
Natural, dissolvable beads gently cleanse skin
Milky, gel texture rinses easily
Use alone or as one step of a double cleanse

@henderson

@AngelPuppy1

I was also going to suggest this product. The beads are round jojoba beads so they are not abrasive. I suffer from seborrhea dermatitis on certain areas of my face, and this cleanser seems to help keep those flakes minimized so I don't have to use my prescription hydrocortisone cream as frequently.

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skatting44 — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:37:19 GMT

I'd double check the products you have used that may contain alpha hydroxy. Check the BB cream. I have used Josie Maran green cucumber mask along with a cream that has whipped argon oil in it.

Re: Complexion is flaking --- not a good look!

tends2dogs — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:18:34 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
@tends2dogs wrote:
@SilleeMee wrote:
When the weather starts getting cooler people tend to use warmer water when bathing and cleansing. Warm or hot water is often the cause of dry skin issues. Taking hot showers is my problem b/c I hate getting cold while bathing so I crank up the hot water and that's not good! It just dries out my skin and then I end up having to use more lotion.

Glycolic acid moisturizers/serums are very good for dry/aging skin. The GA not only helps gently dissolve dry skin flakes on the surface but it will also help plump the skin from within and help the skin stay hydrated. A 10% GA product is usually a good one to start with, for example Alpha Skin Care's 10% lotions, creams or serums.

@SilleeMee I mentioned in my post to the OP that I am still getting flaking because of using RA. If I added the glycolic to my regimen, would that take care of it? Would I have to use it daily? I have the 10% serum and the body lotion from Alpha Skin. I don't know why I stopped using them, but have recently stepped up the body lotion to daily use. I then apply Josie's body butter over that. Could I use the body stuff on my face?

TIA

@tends2dogs
I use the Alpha body lotion quite often on my face. The 12% GA, which it contains, takes care of my flakes and dryness. I apply my RA at night, rinse that off in the morning and then apply a light layer of the Alpha body lotion to my face. I do that two or three times a week, sometimes less...just depends on my skin at the time. Consistent use of at least 10% GA should help with dryness/flaking plus the GA will help maintain moisture levels inside the skin b/c GA has the ability to penetrate deeply plus GA is a terrific humectant (moisture loving acid, plumps the skin from within).

Thank you, @SilleeMee . That is an easy enough step to add. I do the warm washcloth rinse in the morning, too, so that will be my next step in the morning! TA

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icezeus — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 19:42:56 GMT

Perhaps you could see a Dermatologist and see what they recommend.