topic Re: PERSPIRATION AND SKINCARE in Beauty

PERSPIRATION AND SKINCARE

Shanus — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:20:27 GMT

Oh Wow!.. So hot and sweaty here in NC for weeks and more to come.

We all need to get out even just to food shop or get to the drugstore. I try to do both in one shot at Target...early morning, short list and out.

I'm experiencing some clogged pores (yes, me) and areas that are very dry because I'm skimping on moisturizer. My sunscreen may cause issues if it contains zinc oxide in a few of mine. I'm careful to avoid those.

I'm finding I'm doing cleansing more often...washing off everything if not going back out and staying bare faced to let my skin breathe knowing at night the serums, etc. will go on.

I've stopped my Retin A for the summer months. I haven't found an SPF that is sufficient when it makes my skin sun sunsitive. The same with my acids...I've cut back and not using them every day.

What, if any, changes have you made to your skincare routine in these sweltering days?

Re: PERSPIRATION AND SKINCARE

Harpa — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:43:06 GMT

@Shanus With skincare, there is very little I change up from season to season. I'm like the tortoise that methodically takes one little step, but just keeps going.

I still believe in daily gentle exfoliation, not overloading my skin w/ makeup (I never have used foundation, except for a brief BE period), and protective moisture.

Perspiration doesn't really take the place of that extra protective layer. But I know what you mean. Cause I perspire, too, especially when walking out there in the heat. I just try not to upset the apple cart, even if the apple cart otherwise seems to be tipping over.

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vermint — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:54:38 GMT

Since I don't use anything skin-care-wise except Cetaphil cleanser, WEN Replenishing Treatment Mist and Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel year-round, I don't change anything.

I wear makeup if going out (and sometimes when staying in!), and don't worry about sunscreen unless I will be spending more than 30 minutes outdoors...which is very rare for me.

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Desertdi — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:08:23 GMT

I'm afraid of my SHOES melting...(Crocs® sandals)

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:07:28 GMT

No changes in skin routine. I have oily skin.

Years ago I had an awful reaction to an SPF lotion and since then just avoid sun exposure. Always wear a hat with a broad brim when I go outside.

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teganslaw — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:08:30 GMT

My skincare is the same all year. I rinse with cool water in the morning, followed by moisturizer, (favorite is Korres yoghurt nourishing gel cream), undereye cream and a little highlighter. Gentle cleanser at night with lactic acid a couple times a week and night cream moisturizer in between.

I haven't been going outside in this heat so no need for sunscreen. I apply it when I'll be outside for a few hours.

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smoochy — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:51:31 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
I'm afraid of my SHOES melting...(Crocs® sandals)

On our recent cruise to the southern Caribbean, my daughters shoes did actually melt! Olukai flip flops. Yes it was that hot. She contacted the company afterwards and they sent her a brand new pair

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Applecakes — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:34:58 GMT

@Harpa what do you use for exfoliation and how often? Thanks :-). Enjoy your day.

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Applecakes — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:36:27 GMT

@Shanus when you talk about a possible issue with your spf (zinc oxide) does that ingredient dry out skin? Thanks.

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Shanus — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:58:23 GMT

@Applecakes wrote:
@Shanuswhen you talk about a possible issue with your spf (zinc oxide) does that ingredient dry out skin? Thanks.

@Applecakes For me in this extreme heat, it just feels heavy and occlusive. Some spfs with the zinc ingredients do have moisturizers, too which for my skin which is dry.

I had been using a Neutrogena SPF w/ zinc, but now changed to EltaMD UV Sport because it's water resisitant (sweat, too) for my early morning walks.

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wagirl — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 14:23:07 GMT

I add more facial oils during the summer and most days I don't use anything but my skin care as I don't go out much. I have been using Shiseido clear stick spf 50+ when I do go outside tho--it is so nice for my face. Seems not to ball up with my moisturizer or make up. I ,too, come home and wipe off the sweat and outdoor stuff. My fave oils are from SKINN--oh how I LOVE them. I exfoliate maybe once a week and am using PTR pads one time a week at night. Just trying to keep it simple, stupid!!

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Harpa — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:22:58 GMT

@Applecakes wrote:
@Harpawhat do you use for exfoliation and how often? Thanks :-). Enjoy your day.

@Applecakes I have no skin sensitivies. I've been using -- for years -- low percentage of AHAs (a.m.), along with L-ascorbic acid (low %) also, low % of retinol (again for years), which I use p.m., but also a smidge in the a.m.

Also, in cleansing, I use a soft muslin cloth.

For me, I have no reason to go into higher strengths of anything. Just slow & steady.