For years I've suffered from red blotchy skin and mild acne (I'm now 62 & it's the uneven skin tone and redness that is my main problem along with aging skin). I've consulted drs. and haven't found a product(s) that helps, I see results and I can afford on an ongoing basis.

I am SO relieved I've found and have used easily obtained, reasonably priced and easily researched products: Essential oils and topical niacinamide.

First the oils, I've used both Rosemary and Lavender oils daily. Although the oils are immediately absorbed into your skin, your skin is NOT oily! Wow, I've never applied a facial product that absorbs so quickly without any residue!!! Within 2 weeks I noticed a visible difference & now 2 months later, my skin keeps getting better far less redness and more youthful. I know, buzz word, it is 100% true. I am amazed that after all this time and money I've found something that really works! You can find your own info very readily and see the range of oils you can get & their dos/donts applications. Again, after tying various oils I happily experience the most results from Rosemary & Lavender. I buy both the oils and Niacinamide tablets from Puritan Pride - quick and economical. Why Niacinamide tablets? Apply topically on blemishes and leave on over nite. It greatly assists in reducing inflammation and speeding up the healing process. You can even add it to your moisturizer overnight. You just put a few tablets in a little water, approx. 1/4" warm, to dissolve the pill. Make sure you have a lid otherwise the liquid will evaporate (baby food jars work perfectly!) I sincerely hope this info helps someones current situation where you feel depressing frustration and sadness regarding these socially restrictive problems!