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Wed Feb 07, 2007 6:07 pm      Reply with quote
I have really sensitive skin, and it's rather soft naturally, but after cleansing, I still need a moisturizer that absorbs into my face.

I use cetaphil right now but I don't like how it feels, it's too thick, cakey, and doesn't seem to ever absorb into my skin, which makes me feel as though I am about to break out (even if I do or don't, it's the greasy feeling I hate). Plus it makes me shine all day!

What moisturizers are safe for the face (non-comodogenic), that I can find over the counter (walgreens, cvs) and will absorb into the skin fast without feeling greasy?

I like how aloe vera gel absorbs into the skin fast, but it doesn't leave me too moisturized.

I searched, but didn't find anything to my liking.

Any help would be greatly considered and probably will try it first hand Smile

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Wed Feb 07, 2007 7:23 pm      Reply with quote
Did you try Neutrogena? Also Eucerin is supposed to be good. Or you can check out what Trader Joe's has for lotion. Their products are great quality. (If there's a TJ's store near you, I mean.)
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Wed Feb 07, 2007 10:14 pm      Reply with quote
bkkgirl wrote:
Did you try Neutrogena? Also Eucerin is supposed to be good. Or you can check out what Trader Joe's has for lotion. Their products are great quality. (If there's a TJ's store near you, I mean.)


Thank you Smile I will go to the store and try a bit out before I purchase any.
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Thu Feb 08, 2007 1:56 am      Reply with quote
I have the Eucerin hydra-protect as an good old favourite. It's for sensitive skin and come in to formulations. I have only tried the one for normal/dry skin, but it is really nice and sinks in without any greasy feeling. Very Happy

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Thu Feb 08, 2007 3:28 am      Reply with quote
I use Camellia Oil or Sesame Oil as moisturizers. Very Happy
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Thu Feb 08, 2007 8:24 am      Reply with quote
I like Neutrogena Light Moisturizer for over the counter product. When I travel and forget to bring my toiletry bag, I always pop into a store for Neutrogena. It's cheap and it moisturizes rather well. Also, I've heard Eucerin has really good products though I haven't tried any. Hope that helps.

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Thu Feb 08, 2007 2:29 pm      Reply with quote
lynn2525 wrote:
I like Neutrogena Light Moisturizer for over the counter product. When I travel and forget to bring my toiletry bag, I always pop into a store for Neutrogena. It's cheap and it moisturizes rather well. Also, I've heard Eucerin has really good products though I haven't tried any. Hope that helps.

It does, thank you. I am interested in Neutrogena now Smile Also, I've heard lots about eucerin, sounds like a plan!
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Fri Feb 09, 2007 2:37 am      Reply with quote
Pure Rose Hip Oil is anti aging and moisturising and is very inexpensive. Apply it to wet skin and it will absorb a lot better.

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Fri Feb 09, 2007 3:01 am      Reply with quote
hi,

i would highly recommend to you living nature's hydrating flax gel (it is a cosmetically elegant gel type moisturizer--kind of like putting aloe on your skin, but with other helpful ingredients as well.

Here is the product info:

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EXTRA HYDRATING GEL

Your skin will benefit from the deep nourishment of our Extra Hydrating Gel. Utilising the exceptional properties of Harakeke (New Zealand flax) gel, Manuka Honey and Evening Primrose Oil this nourishing gel helps to refine pores and restore vitality to tired and dry skin.

To use:

Smooth a small amount onto your face and neck after cleansing. Wait 30 seconds then apply your Living Nature moisturiser or night cream.

Hero ingredients:

Manuka Honey for its antiseptic and humectant qualities and Evening Primrose Oil for the high amounts of gamma linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid.

Ingredients INCI:

Aqua (water), Macadamia ternifolia (macadamia oil), Leptospermum scoparium mel (manuka honey), Buxus chinensis (jojoba oil), Sclerotium gum, Oenothera biennis (evening primrose oil), Citrus grandis (grapefruit seed extract), Phormium tenax (fl ax extract), Citrus dulcis (orange oil), Xanthan gum, Citrus grandis (grapefruit oil), Leptospermum scoparium (manuka oil), Tocopherol (vitamin E), Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree oil), Limonene*, Linalool*. *component of natural essential oils .

Good luck!

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Wed Mar 07, 2007 9:15 am      Reply with quote
OOOhhhhh...this looks good. Where do you get it avalange? And, how do you use it with the Osea?
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Wed Mar 07, 2007 9:58 am      Reply with quote
why not go for an emu/ha mix or jojoba/camelia if you love birds? Smile

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Agent OO-CAT wrote:
OOOhhhhh...this looks good. Where do you get it avalange? And, how do you use it with the Osea?


i ran out of this long ago, but i really liked it, especially for summer. i think it is great used alone for oily skins, and lovely worn over an oil for drier skins. i used to use this interchangeably with the osea atmosphere protection cream, just depending on what i was in the mood for!

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Wed Mar 07, 2007 11:15 am      Reply with quote
If you live near an Ulta I'm currently in love with the Hydrating Moisturzer with Spf 15 (12.50usd). Sinks right in with no greasy feel....moisture is great (says its for combo skin) but it working on my dry winter skin. I'm also a fan of Neutrogena. I use their cleanser and light night cream....works wonders.
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Wed Mar 07, 2007 1:19 pm      Reply with quote
I tend to use PSF's Balancing Moisture Lotion.
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Wed Mar 07, 2007 5:17 pm      Reply with quote
Merlot (if you can find it, some Walgreens carry it, have never seen it anywhere else). My holy grail. I need to make a giant raving post about this sometime. lol. Fab for dry-supersensitive skin that's breakout prone.Very Happy

Aveeno Ultra Calming Lotion SPF15 - tons of moisture, smells terrible. Won't break you out.

Btw, most drugstores have really good return policies, so don't be afraid to try something. Just save your receipt.

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Wed Mar 07, 2007 6:18 pm      Reply with quote
For OTC, I like Olay's moisturizers. The original, regular one for normal skin. My brother uses the sensitive skin formula and he seems to like it.

Oils are also great. I like jojoba, sesame, coconut, rosehip, and grapeseed oils.
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Sat Jun 13, 2009 11:36 am      Reply with quote
I love Eucerine, I thinks its awesome. Absorbs into my skin and doesnt feel greasy.

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Mon Jun 15, 2009 11:06 am      Reply with quote
avalange wrote:
hi,

i would highly recommend to you living nature's hydrating flax gel (it is a cosmetically elegant gel type moisturizer--kind of like putting aloe on your skin, but with other helpful ingredients as well.

Here is the product info:

Image

EXTRA HYDRATING GEL

Your skin will benefit from the deep nourishment of our Extra Hydrating Gel. Utilising the exceptional properties of Harakeke (New Zealand flax) gel, Manuka Honey and Evening Primrose Oil this nourishing gel helps to refine pores and restore vitality to tired and dry skin.

To use:

Smooth a small amount onto your face and neck after cleansing. Wait 30 seconds then apply your Living Nature moisturiser or night cream.

Hero ingredients:

Manuka Honey for its antiseptic and humectant qualities and Evening Primrose Oil for the high amounts of gamma linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid.

Ingredients INCI:

Aqua (water), Macadamia ternifolia (macadamia oil), Leptospermum scoparium mel (manuka honey), Buxus chinensis (jojoba oil), Sclerotium gum, Oenothera biennis (evening primrose oil), Citrus grandis (grapefruit seed extract), Phormium tenax (fl ax extract), Citrus dulcis (orange oil), Xanthan gum, Citrus grandis (grapefruit oil), Leptospermum scoparium (manuka oil), Tocopherol (vitamin E), Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree oil), Limonene*, Linalool*. *component of natural essential oils .

Good luck!

--avalange


This product looks great! Do you use it yourself?
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Sun Jul 05, 2009 9:10 am      Reply with quote
honey and beeswax in a jar - brilliant, not too expensive
wonderful!!
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Mon Jul 06, 2009 3:48 am      Reply with quote
i like to use Avene product. it bring me a health skin. recommanding Thermal Spring Water
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Mon Jul 06, 2009 11:05 pm      Reply with quote
Oil of Olay has a variety of good products. I found a light moisture lotion with SPF.
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Tue Jul 07, 2009 10:44 am      Reply with quote
My derm. has always recommended Olay w/ spf (they have sensitive skin version, too) and he said Neutragena's skin lotions are pretty good, too. Both come in huge bottles that last forever.

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I love KIEHLS ULTRA FACIAL CREAM,Very moisturizing, it will be left grease, easy to absorb, repair powerful sebum membrane

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Wed Jul 22, 2009 11:26 am      Reply with quote
Joboba Oil is supposed to sink right into the skin and moisturize really well.
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Wed Jul 22, 2009 10:23 pm      Reply with quote
Cerave is great! My dermatologist recommended this to me several years ago, and I like it a lot more than Cetaphil which wasn't moisturizing enough.

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