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February 26, 2015
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Breakout
I start using the bio oil I loved it. I use it for about 2 weeks but the third week i I break out my face dried up and pealing little roughness here and there. Am asking for help right now on what can I do to bring back my smooth face. Thanks for the help
June 3, 2015
Retin-A
February 18, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Cons:
None
I just started using this Bio oil and its shown some improvements. I'm hoping that 1 week into this will work so that i can make a nice appearance to a Family trip by next Friday, but i have a strong feeling that this will work. I have look at many other reviews online and there all shown positive's. so i hope that you can try to use it.
It's basically simple to use and you just have to apply it on the face and body 2x's a day for 3 months for an excellent result.
September 16, 2017
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Bio oil has cleared my skin
I don't have severe acne, but I do suffer from oily skin and I have nasty spots and regularly had more than 5 spots at a time.
I first started using this when my sister, who is studying BA cosmetic science at LCoF, wouldn't stop raving about how much it had changed her acne on her face -and her skin was completely clear. So i was sceptical at first about putting an oil on my already oily skin but after a month of using this nightly I was so happy with the results! My skin is clearer, softer and I barely get breakouts (if I do they disapear quicker than they did). Bio oil is proven to be non- comedogenic (which means it won't clog pores) and is also a dry oil so is easily absorbed. The thing I would advice to do would be to make sure you cleanse and moisturise the morning after you apply it and thoroughly cleanse before you apply it! :)
March 17, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Great moisturizer, skin looks great in the morning, dried up my acne first night I used it
Cons:
none yet
I have only had it a couple weeks but LOVE IT I have dry cheeks and oily chin and break out constantly on chin and beside mouth. I was skeptical at first about putting it on the oily spots well cause its oil but when I woke up and the zits were pretty much gone I WAS AMAZED. And my skin looks great. Also I have very sensitive skin on my face almost every lotion burns when I put it on after a shower this stuff actually was soothing!
July 29, 2010
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
Reduces redness
Helps speeding up the process of fading the red marks (I have only the stubborn ones left, which may seem like, to other people, that it "stopped working", but these marks are older, and therefore takes longer time to fade)
It's cheap compared to other products
It doesn't break me out
Good moisturizer
Natural
Can also be used on bug bites, wounds and more
Cons:
Can seem a bit thick and oily, but that's only if you use too much at the time. A little goes a long way :)
Today I've used it for exacly a month, applied every morning and evening. It has cleared up a lot of my red marks (idk how many, though), and made my skintone more even. I really like it as a moisturizer-- Blah blah blah, check "Pros", that should be enough :).
August 23, 2010
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Fades red acne marks
Evens out skin tone
Gives a smoother complexion over time
Cons:
Greasy, but you only need a few drops
I've been using bio oil for a few weeks now and it has improved my acne scarring. I only use it at night after cleansing (I don't use toner) and rub a few drops into my cheeks and problem areas in a circular motion until it's absorbed.
Very happy with the results, I'll recommend it for anyone with fair/sensitive skin prone to acne as 'oil dissolves oil'.
January 17, 2010
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
Re-surfaced my skin, acne crates disappeared, lightened up my dark spots
Cons:
Stinging sensations, skin tightening, strange smell that you'll eventually get used to...
I got my MaMa lotion 2 years ago from SkinCareRx online. I was so insecure of my acne crates and all the scars it left behind so I did a ton of research and found this cream. I read all of the reviews carefully and hoped to God that it wouldn't irritate my skin or make my acne worse because it's about $50 a bottle. (Quite an investment for cream) I was skeptical but gave it a shot and I was so grateful I did. I have to admit it, it made my face smell like fart but eventually you'll get used to the smell and you'll see your skin reconstruct itself in no time. I guess they changed the branding for the lotion now and added different kinds of moisturizers and ingredients. I can't imagine how it works now, knowing it did an amazing job the first time around. I would totally recommend this but find someplace where you can order a sample size before you buy it. Remember results vary and not all products work with all skin types.
November 21, 2009
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
Fairly easy to use, great pump bottle, fades acne scarring, resurfaces skin, kicks acne a$$.
Cons:
The bottle isn't see-thru, so you can't see when you're running low.
I've been using the *new* MaMa lotion, M2, and I have to say that this is the only thing that is consistently working on my cystic acne. It totally resurfaces your skin. Many of my acne scars that I've had for years have faded & are nearly invisible. Even during my hormonal moments, it keeps acne at bay. If I do break out, I only have a couple of zits instead of an entire crop of them. My skin is glowing & youthful-looking. I no longer have to cake makeup on my face, which is liberating in itself. Many of my friends & family have commented on how great my skin looks. I have tried nearly every product to get rid of my acne, including a good deal of homeopathic treatments, but this is my HG anti-acne product. I'm 35 and this is the first time in my life I've felt good about my skin! NOTE: I alternate this every other night with Dan's AHA with super results. I also use Dan's cleanser, and spray colloidal silver on my face throughout the day if I'm feeling particularly oily.
May 27, 2016
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
good
I use this as a night time moisturizer for my face and I think its great. Its an excellent price and it lasts for a long time. I dont have any scars on my face,
August 28, 2014
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Worst product ever!
Mederma is the worst product I've ever used. It burnt my face and now it looks like someone poured acid on it. I hate it. Do not use it if you don't want to look hideous.
Pros:
Remove Old / New Scars, Very Easy to use, Evens out Uneven Skin Tone, Aging Skin, & help with Dehydrated Skins. Works on all type of Skins. Cheap, and a little goes along way:).