Dr H cleanser cream - NOT for me
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free skin care · Sun Jun 26, 2005 5:34 pm

I have found that Dr H is not a line for me. I've used the Dr H cleanser cream for about 3 weeks. In the beginning, I had lots of tiny white heads, which supposed to be part of the purging process according to people's experiences. I've used it am and pm, however, the situation did not improved but getting worse. I was not only having many white heads but also many zits. After the 3rd week, I've decided to stop using it. I went back to my favorite cleanser - Yonka Nettoyant Cleansing Gel, and it began to clear out my skin. In the past, I also tried Dr H clay mask, and it also did not work for me. It was very harsh to my skin, and I had red spots after using that. Knowing that many people praise Dr H's products, I just have to say, it's not the right product line for me. Sad

Anyway, just want to share my frustration and wonder if anyone else has similar experience?

free skin care · Sun Jun 26, 2005 6:35 pm

hiya.

i have not tried the cleansers in DH line, but from looking at the ingredients, they probably don't give enough of a cleansing action than a gel cleanser.

But I have had good success with DH moisturisers and day masks. I did have lots of blackheads and small millia at first, and I was about to give up because I thought the oil base was too suffocating for my skin.

I actually really like the clay mask, because I do have quite oily skin. I think it is a normal reaction to get red spots after the clay mask, as it has drawing properties on the skin. I do get large zits afterwards, because there were small blackheads in the place where they would have come out anyway. Just makes the 'purging' faster. I don't thjink the clay mask is meant for moisturising effects..

But at the same time, i have also been changing my diet, and it is now winter here. so I will probably switch to something less oily in summer.

Perhaps if you are in a more humid place, and use makeup, the cleansers may not be enough to get rid deep dirt on your skin.

hope this helps Smile

free skin care · Sun Jun 26, 2005 6:41 pm

I got sample of the cleanser and rejuvenating mask due to the board rave. Unfortunately they didn't work out for me either. The cleanser some how made my skin drier and dermatitis flaredup. The mask gave me a bunch of whiteheads. Sad

So you are not alone...

free skin care · Sun Jun 26, 2005 6:46 pm

Ive had exactly the same experience as you Happygirl except I gave it the shuv after 2 weeks!

Bit of a shame really.

Farouk

Mon Jun 27, 2005 2:36 am

I'm sorry it didn't work for you HappyGirl - unfortunately not all products work equally well for all.

I'd just like to clarify something based on what Miranets said. The cleansing cream indeed does NOT have enough cleansing action - it's not supposed to. This is supposed to be used as a mild exfoliant and pore cleaner AFTER you use your normal cleanser to remove your makeup. It's fine by itself in the morning because you have nothing on, but in the evening you will need to cleanse first.

free skin care · Mon Jun 27, 2005 8:19 am

I'm having trouble using the Dr H CC, I never know if am using enough or not (I squeeze about 1cm worth out) and the video on the website doesn't work for me so I'm not sure I'm applying it right (all this kneading and rubbing!)

Z

free skin care · Mon Jun 27, 2005 8:21 am

I'm with Mabsy on this one - the Dr. H is not a make-up remover....if you are wearing make-up you must use a traditional cleanser prior to using the Dr. H...I think that the name (Dr. H. Cleansing Cream)should be changed to more accurately reflect it's role in the skin care regime - the title is totally misleading..
Pudoodles

free skin care · Mon Jun 27, 2005 5:12 pm

Well, I have to agree with Happy Girl on this one - I have not seen it do much for me or my pores and I have been using it faithfully for close to a month now. I had placed a post earlier asking for help with how to apply it, and several people told me to watch the on-line video, which I did.

It's true - the name is misleading. It really is more of an exfoliant, although you are not supposed to rub, just press/massage it onto your skin.

It can be so frustrating when you read tons of posts raving about a product, and then when you try it the same wonderful results do not happen for your skin. That has happened for me with several products, including Dr. H's CC, Dermalogica's Daily Exfolliant (people love this stuff!!), and most Mineral Make-Up (made my pores even bigger then they were in the first place). It just shows you that everyone's skin and/or expectations are different. Rolling Eyes

On the flip side, I have also discovered some really great products that I wouldn't know about if it wasn't for the Boards: Pure Luxe Eraser, Chanel's Voile Universal Make-Up, Decleor's Essential Balm and Neroli & Iris Oils, and Stila's Tinted Moisturizer! I guess it goes to show you that what works for one person may not work for another, and it's important to be consistent and patient when trying various products. Very Happy

free skin care · Thu Jun 30, 2005 11:37 pm

Pudoodles and Mabsy - Yes, I used other cleanser before Dr. H CC, but somehow it's not working right for me.
I agree that there is no ONE SIZE fit all, different product works for different people. I am trying to see if I can find a pattern here. Say, Dr H CC does not work for me, then maybe certain products (with similar formulation) will not be good for me, either.
But, more importantly, I am looking for the "group" that will work for my skin. Pray

Fri Jul 01, 2005 10:48 am

Whenever I use Dr H CC, my cheeks become rather rosy and has that flushed look - almost like wearing an overdose of rosy hue blusher.

It seems weird and I wonder if anyone has experienced this 'problem'. The redness goes away after awhile and I assume its because I have sensitive skin or that I am too overzealous with the pressing and rolling motion.

Fri Jul 01, 2005 8:01 pm

missykiehls wrote:

Whenever I use Dr H CC, my cheeks become rather rosy and has that flushed look - almost like wearing an overdose of rosy hue blusher.

I have the same problem, first time I tried I rolled and kneaded for 3-5mis, I ended up with a red face and tiny whiteheads/pimples.

As I had heard so many raves, I started again this time I rolled and kneaded for 1-2mins, the result was the same as before.

Last month I gave it another try, but this time I used my foam cleanser first, then put the Dr H CC on my palm and spread it evenly on my hands, then gently pressed it on my face ONCE and left it on for 3-5mins(I have very oily skin) then I used cotton/cloth to wash it off. The result was very good, no red, no pimples, less blackheads, less oily. Luckily I didn't toss it away after the first try, I don't use it as a cleanser, but more like a wash off moisturizer.

free skin care · Fri Jul 01, 2005 10:58 pm

alaya - do you wash off the foam cleanser before using Dr H CC or not?

Sat Jul 02, 2005 1:51 am

happygirl163 wrote:

alaya - do you wash off the foam cleanser before using Dr H CC or not?

happygirl163 - I wash off the foam cleanser first. I need to use the foam cleanser first even in AM, also I tried to wash off the Dr H CC with my hands, but the result is not as good as cotton/cloth. I do think that smearing the Dr H CC thinly on hands helps to reduce the alcohol content before applying to my face(maybe wishful thinking).

If you still have some of that Dr H CC, may I suggest you experiment on your nose for a few days. Leave it on for 1 min,and see what happens. If your nose falls off stop using it Bad Grin

free skin care · Mon Jul 04, 2005 10:26 am

I love the masks, but I have the same problem with the cleansing products.

free skin care · Mon Jul 04, 2005 10:38 am

anybody try the moisturizers? i hear they were good? suggestions?

Tue Jul 05, 2005 2:25 am

alaya wrote:

Last month I gave it another try, but this time I used my foam cleanser first, then put the Dr H CC on my palm and spread it evenly on my hands, then gently pressed it on my face ONCE and left it on for 3-5mins(I have very oily skin) then I used cotton/cloth to wash it off. The result was very good, no red, no pimples, less blackheads, less oily. Luckily I didn't toss it away after the first try, I don't use it as a cleanser, but more like a wash off moisturizer.

If you press the cream onto your skin once, will it be sufficient to remove the dirt and skin impurities? The Dr H CC video seems to suggest that a couple of presses are necessary. Anyway, I will also give your method a try. Thank you!

free skin care · Tue Jul 05, 2005 2:49 am

I've posted it before but I'll mention it again, my skin didn't like the Dr.H but it did suit the Jurlique so I guess a different formulation works for me not the premise of the product. As we know not everything works for everyone Wink

free skin care · Tue Jul 05, 2005 2:00 pm

whats the difference between the Dr. H CC and Jurlique?

free skin care · Wed Jul 06, 2005 2:03 am

on me the Dr.H feels more oily.

free skin care · Wed Jul 06, 2005 10:45 am

so both products the DHCC and jurlique are supposed to be meant to do the same thing?

Thu Jul 07, 2005 1:22 am

Halfie wrote:

whats the difference between the Dr. H CC and Jurlique?

Same concept, very similar product, different brand.

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