Help - must find natural moisturizer
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free skin care · Mon Jan 12, 2015 12:54 pm

Hello ,
I am looking for a natural moisturizer (pls don't suggest olay or garnier or such) for combination sensitive skin.
I have used Dr. Hauschka a lot, light Rose, then Revitalizing and then Quince. Quince I liked the best but i found that my forehead was shining and cheeks were too dry.
I am currently having some sort of a rash around right eye that started on the forehead, so I am not using anything while waiting for it to clear.
I tried Pevonia combination moisturizer, but I am not a fan of of ingredients, nor packaging.

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. I was thinking of trying Eminence gel moisturizer.

I do realize that with Natural choices are more limited, nevertheless hope someone has suggestions.

free skin care · Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:38 am

Is there something specific you are sensitive or allergic to?

Tue Jan 13, 2015 9:24 am

Have you tried Pai Skin Care? They have a few moisturizers. Blissoma is another that might be worth a look--I've repurchased several of their products over time and quite like them. Also Andalou Naturals seems to have a few that are well liked. HTHs!

Tue Jan 13, 2015 10:10 am

You can look into Origins and see if they have what you might be looking for. As stated before Andalou Naturals have some good products.

free skin care · Tue Jan 13, 2015 3:28 pm

Personally I suggest the body deli line Smile

free skin care · Tue Jan 13, 2015 6:49 pm

zverenok wrote:

Hello ,
I am looking for a natural moisturizer (pls don't suggest olay or garnier or such) for combination sensitive skin.
I have used Dr. Hauschka a lot, light Rose, then Revitalizing and then Quince. Quince I liked the best but i found that my forehead was shining and cheeks were too dry.
I am currently having some sort of a rash around right eye that started on the forehead, so I am not using anything while waiting for it to clear.
I tried Pevonia combination moisturizer, but I am not a fan of of ingredients, nor packaging.

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. I was thinking of trying Eminence gel moisturizer.

I do realize that with Natural choices are more limited, nevertheless hope someone has suggestions.

I'd recommend Andalou Naturals. I'm currently using their Revitalize Age Defying Fruit Stem Cell serum and just started using their Super Goji Peptide Perfecting cream. Plan to try their Resveratol & COQ10 Night cream next. I'm also using their Citrus Verbena body lotion which has a wonderful scent and helps hydrate my very dry skin. Andalou Naturals can be found in organic grocery stores like Whole Foods and Roots (which is currently running a sale) and online at Vitacost & iherb. I've read a lot of rave reviews on various websites. I've been using the fruit stem cell serum for about a month & I think it has helped to make my skin softer & clearer. I do plan to repurchase.

free skin care · Wed Jan 14, 2015 9:59 am

You say you are looking for a "natural moisturizer" but then mention a list of manufactured moisturisers which whilst made with natural ingredients are anything but natural.

Have you thought about moisturising with a natural oil. Oils are great and you get different oils with different properties. For example Rosehip contains a lot of vitamins that help the skin, Avocado is a lighter oil which again has vitamins for the skin. Castor Oil is great for dry skins (I have dry skin) and love that oil.

free skin care · Wed Jan 14, 2015 10:43 am

I didn't think i was allergic to anything to be honest. My doctor confirmed the rash was caused by something i put on face - other than moisturizer nothing goes on it.
Pevonia i ordered may not be fresh so maybe it cause it - but wonder why such a delayed response.
Doc said to throw out all i have and get a fresh one.

Now in terms of natural - I am all into natural and have suggested pure oils myself to others. But with Canadian winters, dry indoors, freezing outdoors, rush to get to work and all - I don't find the time to treat myself to that even though maybe i should.
At the same time, oil alone doesn't seem to work on my dry cheeks, and leaves me shiny on T-zone. So it's a long road of finding the right combination oils etc.

Andalou Naturals looks like a nice line - the ingredients list especially. Dont like the fact that it's in a jar - introduces bacteria. Any idea if it's sold in Canada?

The Pai looks really nice - dispenser is good, and so are ingredients and seems to fit the description to my skin nicely. Same question - is it sold in Canada?

Also http://www.blissoma.com/Smooth--A-Perfecting-Serum_p_52.html this looks real nice. Have no idea what to chose though Smile

free skin care · Wed Jan 14, 2015 12:14 pm

There is a great Canadian skincare line by Living Libations; PAI has some nice products. Right now I am trying Amazonian Skincare products and really like them.

HTH

free skin care · Wed Jan 14, 2015 2:34 pm

While Rosehip oil has great description, it also has the following caution on NewDirectionsAromatics:

Cautions: Rosehip Oil may aggravate acne in high concentrations, and for some individuals, it may cause sensitivity to light if it gets into their eyes.

So what is considered high concentration? If you take pure Rosehip oil and apply to face? I am thinking I have also used Dr. H face oil on around the breakout, and thinking maybe that made me break out?

free skin care · Wed Jan 14, 2015 8:43 pm

If you are going to try an oil, try marula oil. Here's an article as to the benefits of marula oil. Here's part of the article: "Marula Oil contains roughly 60 percent more antioxidants than other beauty oils like argan oil or grapeseed oil, in addition to higher levels of fatty acids like Omega 6 and 9 - which set this oil apart from others on the market." The fatty acids in marula are really hydrating and nourishing says (Dr.) Kim, "while the antioxidants like Vitamins C and E protect your skin from sun exposure and pollution, and can even help reverse the damage that's already there." These benefits make marula a good anti-ager and its ultra-moisturizing properties make it a great addition to your winter beauty regimen."

https://www.yahoo.com/beauty/should-you-try-marula-oil-107615393653.html

free skin care · Thu Jan 15, 2015 7:21 am

Which oil were you using? Not every oil functions the same. I have dry skin and so for me I have to have the heavier moisturising oils but I have friends with oily skin and they have to go for the lighter ones.

zverenok wrote:

Now in terms of natural - I am all into natural and have suggested pure oils myself to others. But with Canadian winters, dry indoors, freezing outdoors, rush to get to work and all - I don't find the time to treat myself to that even though maybe i should.
At the same time, oil alone doesn't seem to work on my dry cheeks, and leaves me shiny on T-zone. So it's a long road of finding the right combination oils etc.

free skin care · Thu Jan 15, 2015 8:10 pm

There is a very expensive brand on the Spirit Beauty site called Yuli. In the past I've always made my own oil serums with essential oils and a variety of unrefined 'heavy' oils (I have never had a break out problem and have dry skin) like hemp, evening primrose, chia, etc., but now we are moving around too much (internationally)for me to do so.
Anyway, this brand is supposed to have serums good for all skin types (including acne and mature skin) and contains no alcohols from any source and no citrus essential oils (both of which i do not like)and is truly a natural line.

Thu Jan 15, 2015 8:19 pm

jasminerosey wrote:

There is a very expensive brand on the Spirit Beauty site called Yuli. In the past I've always made my own oil serums with essential oils and a variety of unrefined 'heavy' oils (I have never had a break out problem and have dry skin) like hemp, evening primrose, chia, etc., but now we are moving around too much (internationally)for me to do so.
Anyway, this brand is supposed to have serums good for all skin types (including acne and mature skin) and contains no alcohols from any source and no citrus essential oils (both of which i do not like)and is truly a natural line.

Yuli has some great products. I've loved the few products I've tried thus far over the last year or so.

free skin care · Thu Jan 15, 2015 8:28 pm

Try Grateful Body - love their moisturizers and natural approach

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