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Winter Skin Woes!

Hola Chicas,

You know, I don’t get them too often, but when I do get, well, you know, a ZIT, it’s like the (dun-dun-DAH!) end of the world. Luckily, Elena Maria has been sharing some tips with me on how to keep my skin clean, clear, and looking fresh.

She says the important thing is to know works for your skin type.  Everyone has her own skin type—it can either be dry, oily, or normal.  Mine is dry, so you can imagine what it looks like in the winter—itchy, flaky city! 

If your face feels tight, rough, or itchy, you probably have dry skin. Sometimes, you might even have little white spots or cracked skin—eeek! Most people have dry skin because the oil glands—small glands under the skin’s surface that we all have—do not produce enough oil to keep the face hydrated. And, in the wintertime, drastic changes in temperature (like, going into an overheated room after being outside in below-freezing temps!) can wreak havoc on your skin and just plain make things worse.

DO…

•    Drink lots of water to hydrate your skin from the INSIDE out.

•    Apply a thick, oil-free moisturizer after washing your face (the lotion is most effective when your skin is still damp ‘cause it’ll lock in some of the water!).

•    Gently wash your face using your fingers or a soft towel. Scrubbing it with a wash cloth or shower puffs can irritate your skin and cause breakouts.

•    Use face and lip products that contain soothing, natural ingredients like aloe, chamomile, and oatmeal for a bit of nature’s remedy for dry skin.


DON’T…

•    Wash your face more than twice a day—more washing equals more dryness!

•    Use harsh exfoliaters and face scrubs that can strip away your natural moisture.

•    Go overboard with hot showers—the scalding water can actually make your dry skin worse.

•    Leave your face uncovered when facing the whipping, icy winds of winter. And, keep in mind that going from one extreme (below-freezing temps) to another (overheated rooms) can wreak serious havoc on dry skin!


you tell us ...
How do you keep YOUR dry skin moisturized during winter?

Later,

 



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E4ever writes:

I usually drink LOTS of water during the day, here's an easy way to keep track. OK, get a water bottle and fill it up to a little line marked '20'. Then, get three rubber bands, and put them around the outside of the bottle. Once you drink one full bottle, take of one rubber band and refill. By the end of the day, try to drink three bottles of water.
 

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Sparklygirl writes:

Well i put Vasaline on my face before bed every night so that, in the morning when you wash your face it is nice and moisturized.You can put it on your eyelids to make it look like you have shiney eye shadow on.Put it on your lips and it keeps them well mosturized it works wonders.
 

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AmyRose writes:

peppermints i like bath and body works they have all sorts of good stuff there smilies/cheesy.gif
 

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peppermints writes:

What is your favorite lotion scent and lotion company?
 

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peppermints writes:

Do you guys like the Bath and Body Shop? It smells really nice there! I like coacoa butter too! It smells very nice! Evelyn and Crabtree have Nantucket and Rose scented lotion which smells and works very nicely! smilies/smiley.gif
 

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5chocolatebar5 writes:

Vasoline works great on hands! They even make good-smelling ones!
 

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greenowl writes:

I make mousturizing masks out of avocados and bananas!
It works SO well!!!
 

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new_girl/fashionista writes:

to beta141,
i've got no idea why you have bags under your eyes but i've heard that putting cucumber slices on them will soothe and firm the skin. Maybe you could try that!
-new_girl/fashionista
 

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beta141 writes:

Thanks, kel445. I'll try that!
-Beta141 smilies/wink.gif
 

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kel445 writes:

dear beta i would try avenno it works great 4 me and if ur skin is REALLY dry put ALOT on at night like right b4 u go 2 bed
 

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beta141 writes:

Smartiegirl,
There's one more thing that I do. Every morning I take a shower and that seems to make me look more awake. Try that, too!
-Beta141 smilies/wink.gif
 

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Smartiegirl writes:

Thanks beta141, I'll try!
 

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kel445 writes:

i use aveno it really keeps my skin moisturized but i only use it when my hands are really cracked! smilies/smiley.gif bye!! smilies/wink.gif adios
 

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beta141 writes:

Smartiegirl,
Well, sometimes I have bags under my eyes, but I've found that wearing glasses will hide them. Other than that, maybe you could try carefully applying coverup (like the stuff you use to hide pimples.)
-Beta141 smilies/wink.gif
 

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Smartiegirl writes:

I need help. I always have dark circles under my eyes, no matter how much sleep I get. my dad says they are just blood vessals and that everyone in our family has them. Whatever they are, does anyone know how to get rid of them? smilies/cry.gif
 

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Betty Boop writes:

well i put a lot of lotion on!somtimes i drink hot coco!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! smilies/kiss.gif smilies/kiss.gif
 

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beta141 writes:

Does anyone have any reccomendations on lotions/soaps for extremely dry skin? Also, do some people tan (and stay taned) easier than others?
-Beta141 smilies/wink.gif
 

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socerluver96 writes:

i always use my fave skin lotion from bath and body works.
 

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palindrome03 writes:

Dear Isabel,

I have always had good skin but then this little red mark appeared... it wasn't a pimple or acne, just kinda red. I was freaked out because it felt like everyone was staring at it but truthfully it was hardly noticeable. My advice: Even though it may seem like the end of the world it's not because it will clear up in a few days... and if it doesn't you can always go to a dermitologist for help. Also, if you touch it a lot then it will irritate the skin and then people WILL notice it... but only if YOU draw attention to it.
 

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chocolatte writes:

Hola, purple_seashells!
I don't actually use allergy medicine...but right now I wish I did because I am feeling kind of miserable. Eek, the changing of seasons is SOOOO tough!
 

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chocolatte writes:

Well said, Kaija1997! I use lotion too. If I don't use it, my mom goes, "Tsk, tsk..." and slathers it all over my skin. I usually only remember when I am in bed, and that is not so good because then my arms start to stick to my sheets! I am so glad Spring is coming- no more dry skin!
 

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Kaija1997 writes:

Lotion,lotion and guess what else? LOTION!my skin get's really dry and i have sensitive skin so lotion is what MY SKIN NEEDS!
 

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SweetPenguin_4 writes:

My skin is getting dried out! But I didn't freak out about it, I put on lotion. will that help? I have exma, and ahsma, so I get dried hands a lot! smilies/cheesy.gif
When my hand was totally red, I put some lotion on it & it wouldn't go away! Turns out it was only the odd soap in was using!
 

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Happyluckythingylover writes:

Sidnee #8? Please respond! smilies/cheesy.gif I'm desperate!!

Happyluckythingylover

Ok, I will spell a long word.

Hippotomonstrosesesquippedaliaphobia! (Means fear of long words) smilies/cheesy.gif
 

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nellgirl writes:

i have never had a zit and im in 6th grade, i luv my skin!!!!!!!!!!! smilies/smiley.gif
 

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JIMJOE writes:

i have really oily skin and i have the most zits in my grade! please help them dissapear!
 

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crystal_24 writes:

Weird-but-true facts/skin tips: 1.If you stress out a lot, you will get zits. 2.If you eat dairy products, your zits will go away. 3.If you dip a cotton ball into milk and rub it on your face, your skin will be smoother. 4.To get rid of a zit without having to go to a drugstore and buy creams, dab a little honey on your face, leave it there for as long as you can, then wash it off. 5.Steam is good for your skin, so take a hot shower. 6.If you're sunburned, use aloe vera gel.
 

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Jaszmyne1330 writes:

I really like it
 

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GeminiChik writes:

hola, la amiga's! Bueno dias!
winter skin can drive anyone loco, but these tips r excellent! (i'll have to download them on my computer)
luckily, i have skin that is considered 'normal': aka i got the occasional zits and pimples like everyone else, but i don't really have to freak out about skin conditions. but i say to use eucerin lotion! my mom buys it all the time and it reely works! (it does keep skin in check, no lie) you can buy them almost everywhere, so mabye some of you guys should test it out.(sue me if it doesn't work. LOL)-geminichik

You're so lucky about your skin! Good tips, too.

Adios,
 

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purple seashells writes:

hola chicas! now that we are moving into spring, we have a new proble to worry about... allergies! what is your fav allergy medicine....

thanks

purple seashells
 

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crystal_24 writes:

When my skin is dry,I put on moisturizing body lotion and lip balm on at night before my bedtime.Try to drink eight glasses of water a day.Put on super-moisturizing lotion after a bath or shower.Hope this helps.
 

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Smile writes:

Oh, this is an awesome topic! When my skin's feeling flakey or dry or wierd like, what I'll do is kinda unique. Run a super-duper hot bath, and put either bubble bath, or a sweet smell like lavender, rose, sage, vanilla, or daisy. Wash your hair normally. Then, while the shampoo is sitting, read or watch T.V. (if you have a T.V. in your bathroom! ;-) Rinse off, and then when you get out, rub lotion all over. It'll feel good, but make sure the smell of the lotion doesn't clash with the smell of the bath!! Now you'll have soft skin and sweet-smelling skin! This remedy works every time. Write back Isabel!!
 

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Happyluckythingylover writes:

YAAAAAAAY! Thanks for replying, Sidnee 8! Great suggestion. By the way, congrats for being picked for Charlotte's add on story... TWICE! That is way cool! Do you feel excited that you were picked twice? I would! Awesome stories (I hearted yours many times!) smilies/smiley.gif Please please write back! I wanna be friends! Sorry, I just think you r pretty cool...

XOXO
Live, love, and lipstick!
Happyluckythingylover!!!!!!!!!!!!

That story is getting pretty interesting, isn't it? Everybody can check it out here: http://www.beaconstreetgirls.c...ppens-next

Adios,
 

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bratitude123 writes:

i get so many zits. i found that if you don't eat as much dairy products it helps your skin clear up.
 

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prei4cake writes:

I put lip balm on a lot and put lotion on my hands when I get a chance.
 

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abz writes:

lotion!
 

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leaofparis writes:

Put some Vaseline on if you have dry skin- you'll look shiny and you'll be given oil.
 

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denimgirl07 writes:

1. If your lips are very chapped, medicated or flavored lip balm can hurt. Try putting vasaline (the clearish yellow gel kind) on your lips.
2. Don't eat junk food or sugar. People say that the "Chocolate Gives you zits" thing is a myth, but sugar actually does make your skin break out.
3. Drink lots of water!
4. Try to get natural face scrub or soap instead of the kind with lots of chemicals.
5. If your hair gets super frizzy during the winter (like mine), don't wash it everyday, just every other day.
6.If your zits are really bothering you, and nothing works, get the medicine. I think that the cream is better than those wet face wipe pads!
Hope this helped!
denimgirl07
 

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denimgirl07 writes:

I have eczema so it can be hard to take care of my skin. (eczema makes you always have a rash that is super itchy!)
I carry a chap stick with me everywhere, put on aloe gel, and try not to itch my face.
Also I put on zapzit cream and it works!
P.S. Have you ever gotten aloe out of the actual plant? It's so cool... you squeeze it and the gel comes out! It works on dry skin, sunburn, and mosquito bites!



Whoa that's really cool!

Adios,

 

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cats rule writes:

dear oceanangel I use smackers it is good
 

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happysk8ter841 writes:

i use lotion to keep my skin smooth
 

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purple seashells writes:

hey everyone!
the way i keep my skin hydrated in the winter is by cleaning my face with OXY pads and then applying aloe vera cream. both are pretty inexpensive and work great! hope it works for you!
 

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balletgirl writes:

i use my moms lotion and use this soap i have that smells like lemonade because the lotion smells bad.
 

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briecheese writes:

the way i keep my skin moisturized in the winter is after every shower give it a good cream
 

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horseluvr84 writes:

I had never moistorized my skin before really, but for christmas got a bottle of moistorizer lotion. Heres the thing- it was generic. My skin really reacted.

heres the lesson- don't use generic brands no matter how much of a tight budget you're on.

Yeah, and testing even like more expensive stuff is important too. My mom always makes me put a little dab of whatever new stuff I bought on my arm for a few hours and see how my skin reacts before I smear it all over me. It's kind of annoying, but I've definitely avoided some seriously bad skin situations that way!

Adios,
 

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sidnee#8 writes:

Hay Everyone,
This is a tip DON'T wash your hair everyday! Wash it every other! K! Unless your hair gets really gresy then you could wash it everyday, but mostly every other day! K! -Sidnee#8
 

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sidnee#8 writes:

Happyluckythinkgylover,
Yes Aveeno is awesome stuff! I don't know what to tell you about the dry hands, but I would drink more water your hands should not dry out that much! I would also try Burts Bees hand lotion! Any of the Burts Bees stuff is really good! Hope your hands are better! -Sidnee#8
 

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oceanangel writes:

does anyone use smackers?
 

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Happyluckythingylover writes:

My hands get soooo dry in winter. They crack and bleed and it HURTS! Lotion stings too. Anyone have any suggestions? But for dry skin anywhere, buy Aveeno dry skin shower gel. When you take a shower, it cleans you and helps dry skin. So relaxing! smilies/wink.gif

Hola Happyluckythingylover! Try a lotion with oatmeal or oatmeal extract in it...it really helps my hands in winter! But make sure you're not allergic to it first--that would be NO fun!

Adios,
 

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oceanangel writes:

My skin doesn't get all weird when I don't moisturize it, but I like to, it's relaxing... and I drink LOTS of water smilies/smiley.gif

oceanangel
 

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starfashiongirl writes:

what i do is that i put some algae creme wash is a really moisturized creme that when you wash it off i leaves your skin soft and shiny .

 

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led2104 writes:

I put like water and soap and stuff it relaxs me and cleans my face! wats up beacon street girl fans
 

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kelewap writes:

i have to put on so... much lotion or else me skin gets messed up
 

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ilovefashion writes:

~Isabel

I have what you call normal skin.
It probly sounds nice but if I dont moisturize my skin enough it gets really dry and itchy and when I get to much moisture it gets so oily. Some times I get really confused about my skin.

Ugh, that does sound confusing! Katani told me (she's kind of the BSG expert on lookin' good) that you can try putting moisturizer just on the parts of your face that get dry, like your cheeks, and skip it on the rest. Hope that helps!

Adios,



 

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tinkerbell95 writes:

I wash and moisturize my face twice a day
 

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BooButterfly writes:

Dear Pandagirl,
Trust me Proactiv is the BEST investment I have ever made my acne was clearer in ONE day! Maybe you should tell your mom how much it would mean to you to be able to use it!
Love, BooButterfly