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Thu Nov 27, 2008 12:40 pm |
I'm wondering... How many of u feel that the moisturizer, eye cream, and or serum u used at night don't fully absorbed into the skin? The reason I asked is cuz in the morning when I washed my face, I can still feel the slime on my skin. So does that mean whatever I used the night before didn't get absorbed?
Also, if I layered things on... such as if I applied serum and then moisturizer, I feel that it'll ball up on me. So are we just applying things on our face and think that they're doing something but actually they're not?
As far as serums go, there're many of them and I really don't know which is good. Do they really make a difference compared to just using a moisturizer alone? |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 1:04 pm |
Hi Stardustdy!
I have a problem with products not sinking in but it's due to certain ingredients.
I tried Dr. Brandt's Poreless Gel and I thought it would sink in well but it leaves a tacky feel. (waste of money, didn't do anything either). NARS' Aqua-gel hydrator is even worse. Shiny, was heavy for my oily skin despite the name and reviews and doesn't sink in well.
However, other products such as PSF's Rejuvenating Eyecream (I have the sample right now) sinks in fairly quickly and in the morning I don't feel it at all! Chanel's Age Delay Eye Serum feels slimy still in the morning.
In terms of your other question, some products help, some don't, some make things worse so there isn't really a straight answer for that.
Which serum/product is good for you depends on your skin type, whether you're acne-prone or not, and also the climate you live in (i.e., humid or dry, hot or cold).
Hope that helps! |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 3:23 pm |
Are you using serum and cream/moisturiser from different lines of product? I have this experience with Sothys products, my skin I guess didn't like this product. This was the only product that didn't get absorbed by my skin. Usually my skin is so dry that I have to add some moisturiser when I wake up on the middle of the night |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 3:54 pm |
honeychan, how do u like the PSF's Rejuvenating Eyecream? Does it help with circles? It's good that u don't feel it in the morning but then my frd was saying that it could be cuz it dried up fast...not moisturizing enough? oh well...
Laral, I usually don't use skincare all from the same line. But I don't see the reason for it to ball up or not fully absorbed. |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 5:14 pm |
Stardustdy wrote: |
Laral, I usually don't use skincare all from the same line. But I don't see the reason for it to ball up or not fully absorbed. |
In your post you said that you layering serums and moisturisers, that is why I asked you if you use products from the same line. Sometimes products are not compatible and prevent to absorb properly. For example, I used Vivier eye serum and then I applied Cellcosmet eye gel or cream, as a result cream didn't absorbed as usually and I have this oily stuff on the skin. Even my dermatologist doesn't recommend to mix serums with creams of other lines.
When I use Vivier serum and Vivier or Valmont eye cream I never have problem. |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 8:59 pm |
Lara1 wrote: |
Stardustdy wrote: |
Laral, I usually don't use skincare all from the same line. But I don't see the reason for it to ball up or not fully absorbed. |
In your post you said that you layering serums and moisturisers, that is why I asked you if you use products from the same line. Sometimes products are not compatible and prevent to absorb properly. For example, I used Vivier eye serum and then I applied Cellcosmet eye gel or cream, as a result cream didn't absorbed as usually and I have this oily stuff on the skin. Even my dermatologist doesn't recommend to mix serums with creams of other lines.
When I use Vivier serum and Vivier or Valmont eye cream I never have problem. |
So u r saying that I should stick to one brand of serum & moisturizer as well as eye cream? hhm...I'll see what works then cuz sometimes I might not like everything in that particular brand if u get what I mean. |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 9:31 pm |
Stardustdy wrote: |
So u r saying that I should stick to one brand of serum & moisturizer as well as eye cream? hhm...I'll see what works then cuz sometimes I might not like everything in that particular brand if u get what I mean. |
Not at all! Of course it is not likely that you will like everything in the line. I also use different lines of products. Just try what works for you. As I said before I use Vivier serum with Valmont eye cream with success, but Vivier and Cellcosmet are not working when applied together. |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 9:59 pm |
Stardustdy wrote: |
I'm wondering... How many of u feel that the moisturizer, eye cream, and or serum u used at night don't fully absorbed into the skin? The reason I asked is cuz in the morning when I washed my face, I can still feel the slime on my skin. So does that mean whatever I used the night before didn't get absorbed?
Also, if I layered things on... such as if I applied serum and then moisturizer, I feel that it'll ball up on me. |
A few things come to mind that could be causing your problems..
- Are you using products 'appropriate' for your skin type? Do you really need that extra moisture?
- Do you exfoliate your skin regularly? Built up layers of dead cells will surely keep your products from fully penetrating.
- Are you using products that contain things like silicones + mineral oil? They are made to seal actives/moisture in, and actually form a barrier, rather than penetrate deeply. (In fact, some gals like products like that as their makeup primer, because of the little slip it provides.) |
_________________ ♥I'm flattered by all the lovely PM's, but I don't get here much these days. Please don't be afraid to post your quearies to other DIY members who will be glad to help you (or sell you their wares..lol) Still happy with LED, dermarolling and a DIY antioxidant regime. Peace & Hugs to all.♥ |
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Thu Nov 27, 2008 11:48 pm |
Kassy_A, I'm currently using Lancome moisturizer and it does contain dimethicone. I find that if I applied a lot, it will start to ball up on me. And my face is always slimy in the morning when I washed it.
I'm planning to go all natural in terms of skincare these days. I'm thinking of using the PSF berry antioxidant serum at night and skip the moisturizer as I heard the serum is quite moisturizing. I'm also planning to add Vit C serum in the morning too. I'll see how this go then.
Lara1, I'm glad that combo works for u. Can't be happier when u got it all figured out! |
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Fri Nov 28, 2008 12:04 am |
Stardustdy wrote: |
Lara1, I'm glad that combo works for u. Can't be happier when u got it all figured out! |
Let me try to explain to you again: what I meant is that if you use different products one of them may prevent the other to absorb into your skin properly, for they may not be compatible. It is just simple chemistry. I never said you can't mix the products (that is what my dermatologist said). I said you have to try and see what kind of combination of products works for you.
I will be glad if you get what I mean |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Fri Nov 28, 2008 12:05 am |
Here are a few suggestions:
-dont apply too much product
-consider a alpha hydroxy cleanser which will increase absorption, or regular use of an exfoliator in the mornings
-if that doesn't work, consider applying products well after your shower in the morning/or well after you wash your face. Maybe the moisture content in your skin is preventing the products from sinking in? |
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Fri Nov 28, 2008 12:10 am |
1. Use less amount
2. Try some cleansers that can wash your face thoroughly
3. skip the lotion procedure if the lotion is a little sticky for you |
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Fri Nov 28, 2008 10:17 am |
What i would suggest (besides the good previous advice regarding choosing the appropriate products for your skin, and not over applying) is to leave what you put on your skin for a while, and just before going to bed, gently wipe any excess off.
It can be also your own sebum that you feel on your skin in the morning. I notice that sometimes (but usually when i do _not_ moisturize, and my skin tries to overcompensate). |
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Mon Dec 08, 2008 5:22 pm |
Lara1 wrote: |
Stardustdy wrote: |
Lara1, I'm glad that combo works for u. Can't be happier when u got it all figured out! |
Let me try to explain to you again: what I meant is that if you use different products one of them may prevent the other to absorb into your skin properly, for they may not be compatible. It is just simple chemistry. I never said you can't mix the products (that is what my dermatologist said). I said you have to try and see what kind of combination of products works for you.
I will be glad if you get what I mean |
I know what you mean. Some products from different lines seem to be incompatible when mixed. For instance, in my case: Vivier C+E serum and L'Oreal Revitalift face cream - when layering them, they just sit on top of my skin and peel off when I touch my face. It does not happen if I use a Vivier cream instead of the L'Oreal. It is not because we apply too much or do not use a good cleanser, etc. It's just that some brands seem to be incompatible.
BTW, do you like the Vivier eye serum? Is it not irritating? |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 2:55 am |
i usually mix the facial serum and cream or gel together from different lines. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 3:12 am |
I will touch my face and feel it. It doesn't have anything on my skin. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 6:08 am |
I've always been told that products absorb better when applied to slightly damp and warm skin. Also, they should be applied according to consistency - thinnest to thickest.
As for balling up - I had that happen with a L'Oreal product once (forgot which one). I usually just end up giving up on that particular product. I now only use very runny serums and oils so don't have that issue any more. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 10:09 am |
It seems to be a matter of trial and error for me. So far, the Vivier serum and creams I use go well with Dermaglow, True Radiance, and Clean and Clear products, and not well with some from L'Oreal, Olay, La Roche Posay... |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 3:20 pm |
[quote="Luciana
I know what you mean. Some products from different lines seem to be incompatible when mixed. For instance, in my case: Vivier C+E serum and L'Oreal Revitalift face cream - when layering them, they just sit on top of my skin and peel off when I touch my face. It does not happen if I use a Vivier cream instead of the L'Oreal. It is not because we apply too much or do not use a good cleanser, etc. It's just that some brands seem to be incompatible.
BTW, do you like the Vivier eye serum? Is it not irritating?[/quote]
I do find that this serum is irritating. When I started to use Vivier serum I did it for two days and my skin become red, not like if I had an allergic reaction, just irritated. Now I use it once or twice a week and it is better, but I have to moisturize much more my skin when I use this serum, otherwise my skin will get too dry and irritated.
I found that Dermalogica products also better be used without combining with Vivier serum. |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 9:35 pm |
Lara1, thank you. I will try to get a sample of the Vivier eye serum and see how it goes before I spend the money on an expensive product that might end up in a drawer. Thanks again. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 9:55 pm |
my suggestion is to pat gentle to help the cream to absorb. |
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Wed Dec 10, 2008 10:46 pm |
Luciana wrote: |
Lara1, thank you. I will try to get a sample of the Vivier eye serum and see how it goes before I spend the money on an expensive product that might end up in a drawer. Thanks again. |
You are very welcome! It is great if you can get a sample. You will be able to try it before buying. I couldn't get sample and had to buy the whole bottle and I don't regret it.
Best of luck! |
_________________ Blond, blue eyes.Skin: Normal, sometimes oily, during winter very dry. Very sensitive. Occasional breakouts. Very fair. |
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Fri Dec 12, 2008 4:00 pm |
You won't have this problem with any of the NaturDerm products, they are silicone free. When you massage them in, your skin just sucks them right up. http://www.greatnewskin.com/index2.html great sale right now too. |
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Sat Dec 13, 2008 2:10 pm |
i kinda find this the case with my Decleor white night cream........but if i just use my photomer instant moisture cream i dont have any problems....so maybe the decleor one is to heavy to absorb into my skin? |
_________________ age 33 .. skin dry with odd breakout now and then. skin color best i can describe is golden brown..tans easily |
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Fri Oct 23, 2015 7:46 pm |
Things don't absorb into my skin either and my skin is oily and dehydrated. It doesn't exfoliates itself very well but I use acids regularly and even have a clairsonic.
Most gel-like moisturizers won't absorb and will become sticky. Creams just break me out. Oils are the worst, even ones meant for acne prone skin. They just don't absorb! (Only exception is emu oil and possibly jojoba but I still don't like them on my skin.)
It's not the products though. I think people who experience this either are less fortunate or have damaged the dermis somehow. (I think it's the latter for me.) I just used this jelly cucumber mask on myself and then on my BF (against his will, hehe). The mask sank into his skin within minutes and his skin was dry again. The mask just sat there on mine until I went and washed it off...
I wonder why... It just makes things more difficult when you're trying to feed and moisturise your poor dehydrated skin... :'( |
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