tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post5272532074369470675..comments2024-03-14T16:03:32.434-04:00Comments on Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing: Gertie's Week in review {8.13.11}Gertiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04314542159287533507noreply@blogger.comBlogger84125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-9647893434727817332011-09-05T21:07:41.294-04:002011-09-05T21:07:41.294-04:00I love reading your blog, even though I don't ...I love reading your blog, even though I don't sew clothes. But I never had anything to add, until now! I use a glycolic acid peel at home (you can get in on amazon) whenever my skin starts to be troublesome, and I find that when I use that once a month or so, and then just water and cetaphil to wash with regularly it keeps my skin in line. Also kiehls avocado eye cream is the BEST THING EVER.Justinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09893833709797727629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-52856709196126483442011-08-25T23:03:56.431-04:002011-08-25T23:03:56.431-04:00http://www.olea.com.au/
Start from the inside fir...http://www.olea.com.au/<br /><br />Start from the inside first! Olive Leaf Extract is amazing and has cleaned up my skin like you wouldn't believe as well as many other health benefits. (I have also had great success combatting coldsores with this!). I have many other friends who are loyal to a teaspoon a day. I'm not sure of the best place to find it in the US. When I am sick I go with 2 big teaspoons 3 times a day. <br /><br />If you are going organic with your makeup then organic cleansers & moisturisers etc such as Weleda and Miessence are also great. But it can be a journey changing to organic and often things will get a little worse until your skin finishes detoxing. <br /><br />Good Luck!!Roxynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-23578134283725992462011-08-21T23:18:45.709-04:002011-08-21T23:18:45.709-04:00Hi Gertie, I love your blog posts. I also admire y...Hi Gertie, I love your blog posts. I also admire your style and creativity. I am sorry your breaking out. I have been using bare Escentuals for the past 4 years. I think its awesome! I personally love the sheen it gives my skin. If you prefer a more natural matte finish, you can try Alima Mineral Make up. You can check out their website. They offer great samples and has a great customer service. I have sensitive skin and those two mineral make up brands did not irritate my sensitive skin. Goodluck on your future endeavors and more power to you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-29752141114769433512011-08-16T19:11:22.885-04:002011-08-16T19:11:22.885-04:00Cetaphil cleanser with Clarisonic brush, followed ...Cetaphil cleanser with Clarisonic brush, followed by Cetaphil moisturizer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-59203248372080867922011-08-16T16:10:57.168-04:002011-08-16T16:10:57.168-04:00Hi Gertie,
Tons of info here, but here's my 2...Hi Gertie,<br /><br />Tons of info here, but here's my 2 cents:<br />YES YES to Bare Minerals. I love it and have for about 5 years. (I'm 46.) Two tips for that: 1) always moisturize before applying. It goes on much better and stays smooth. 2) wash your brushes FREQUENTLY. They are full of bacteria, which you don't want to put on with your makeup! I use mild, clear shampoo.<br />I love the Neutrogena line. I use the cleanser, toner, make up remover, and moisturizer with sunscreen and my skin has never looked better. I have rosacea and have tried all kinds of stuff, but this works best for me, even better than the expensive stuff from the dermo. <br />Good luck with all your projects - love your blog.2kellymikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00160869518389213775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-33366227891304912842011-08-16T12:24:58.956-04:002011-08-16T12:24:58.956-04:00Hey Gertie. I have issues with stressed skin too....Hey Gertie. I have issues with stressed skin too. I stick to this regimen:<br /><br />- Hydrate with water....alot<br />- I Only wash with cool or cold water<br />- I Use Cetafil foaming wash (dermatologist recommended<br />- I Use only BareMinerals makeup (it has never caused a breakout for me)<br />- I "ice" my face with an icecube every night after washing my face to shock my pores closed.<br /><br />Sounds strange, I know but it works. My stress breakouts have really reduced in frequency.Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15460033995589836290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-9775007045220328002011-08-16T11:28:28.893-04:002011-08-16T11:28:28.893-04:00I use Bare Minerals and love it. I used to use L&...I use Bare Minerals and love it. I used to use L'Occitaine lavender vineger for acne flair ups but they have stopped making it so I recently made my own lavender vineger and it takes away red and drys up the pimples--amazing and all natural, how to make it can be found online.xegbphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05710389463357648886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-89313147144156224492011-08-16T08:55:22.563-04:002011-08-16T08:55:22.563-04:00My DD (then age 18) had a major break out when she...My DD (then age 18) had a major break out when she went away to college last fall. Probably due to stress.<br /> I did taker her to a dermatologist but cortisone shots were not mentioned. She went on two prescription ointments (one AM, one PM), an oral antibiotic, and the pill (to control raging hormones, I guess). And she did switch to Bare Minerals make up.<br /> I would recommend you see a dermatologist. They can do more than just cortisone shots. Don't try to wait it out like my DD did. She now has some acne scars. Good luck.knitbysuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14220533192979968820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-64212685772337435682011-08-15T17:15:47.713-04:002011-08-15T17:15:47.713-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03037636603903648365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-18929500108501070692011-08-15T17:15:34.888-04:002011-08-15T17:15:34.888-04:00Hey Gretchen, I hear you on the stress acne. Mine ...Hey Gretchen, I hear you on the stress acne. Mine is solved by my derm, but my BF had crazy acne issues that couldn't be solved by medications and she now swears by detox facials so you might give that a try. She bloged about it here http://luckiestgirlever.com/i-love-fresh-med-spas-mills-downtown-orlando/ I don't think we have a fresh med spa in NYC, but perhaps you can find something similar.<br />Good luck!Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03037636603903648365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-74528734892203987062011-08-15T17:05:14.849-04:002011-08-15T17:05:14.849-04:00Oh! I feel your pain. When I started traveling for...Oh! I feel your pain. When I started traveling for work it really was a disaster for my complexion at first. <br /><br />Now I make sure to drink plenty of water in flight (flying is very dehydrating) and I try to start each day with a glass of water, since sleep is dehydrating, too. Speaking of which, making sure you get 7 hours of sleep a night is probably the most improtant thing you can do to combat stress. <br /><br />As one or two other people suggested, I've also opted to use a milder cleansing regimen - I use Cetaphil or Purpose, which are non-soap based. This seems to have helped my complexion in general and dealing with the flare ups too.Cliohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05552253628640209694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-7601980923126138602011-08-15T08:12:28.177-04:002011-08-15T08:12:28.177-04:00I agree bare minerals is the best prodct aroud for...I agree bare minerals is the best prodct aroud for problem skin. Also, you may be over cleansing because you may have sensitive skin and exfoliating twice a week is actually aggraviting you sin. Try Clarins skin products. i have tried so many different lines over the years, this is the skin care line i keep comnig back to. Their mask once a week, toner, and moisturizer keep my skin free and clear. I do not work in the skin care industry, just spent a lot of cash over the years trying to figure out something that will work. love your work and blog.Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07920832186505151869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-58996456522161509632011-08-15T08:01:20.174-04:002011-08-15T08:01:20.174-04:00I had dreadful acne in my teens and used all sorts...I had dreadful acne in my teens and used all sorts of stuff from the doctor. I guess it has settled now - though still have oily skin plus wrinkles at the same time (56) - grrrr.<br />Suddenly became allergic to benzoyl peroxide in my twenties so had to forget that.<br />I find that treating my skin really gently has been the best thing. I love Origins products, especially Dr Andrew Weil cleanser/toner. I used to have skin on my neck that regularly flared up but it has been great with Origins. The Andrew Weil creams are a bit pricy and I often go for the cheaper Origins face cream.Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03521904397315006981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-42735023548510752382011-08-15T07:57:18.696-04:002011-08-15T07:57:18.696-04:00Gertie, find yourself an esthetician in a dermatol...Gertie, find yourself an esthetician in a dermatology or plastic surgeon's office. She should be able to help your acne problem - which can be very different than treating a teenage acne problem. I am an esthetician in a plastics office - and you should be able to get your skin under control with the right products and possibly in office treatments. I wouldn't jump to doing cortisone shots because this can leave indentations in your skin. <br />Minerals are great for the skin. The purer the mineral blend the better. Bare Escentials is not a bad choice, but not completely pure.<br />Please feel free to email me with any questions! <br />P.S. Cannot wait for your book to come out!!!Jami Derrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09750793652109335172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-90975878891073133472011-08-15T02:13:51.987-04:002011-08-15T02:13:51.987-04:00You already got swamped with skin care tips, but h...You already got swamped with skin care tips, but here is mine. Benzoyl peroxide 10%, use a mild cleanser and then a toner i like loreal, it's cheap! Then use the benzoyl peroxide. For hard to shrink pimples, apply a warm cloth for a couple minutes and then put a dab of hydrocortizone cream on it, it works similar to the cortizone shots, but no needles, and super cheap!Lucha Lovelyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03575997509606377320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-83339575390948955352011-08-15T00:07:40.860-04:002011-08-15T00:07:40.860-04:00I have used Bare Minerals and thought the product ...I have used Bare Minerals and thought the product was OK, but my favorite is Everday Minerals http://www.everydayminerals.com/ , which costs less, and comes in a far greater range of colors and finishes. They offer sample kits with several samples in a range of colors to help you determine the colors you want. I use Cetafil products on my sensitive skin, recommended by my dermatologist. My dermatologist also told me to apply olive oil to my face before washing in the evening (he suggested Cetafil or Dove) because of the natural chemicals. I also use olive oil (extra light virgin olive oil) as a body lotion after a shower. I used some of the Cetafil cream moisturizer and Every Day Minerals to mix up my own creamy foundation. I apply a thin layer of cream first then the "foundation". Works great and has SPF value. No affiliation to the products, but after years and years of trying many different products, I am very happy.patsijeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10362426384481772370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-5246903202866395942011-08-14T23:35:26.895-04:002011-08-14T23:35:26.895-04:00http://www.eyeslipsface.com/minerals/face/foundati...http://www.eyeslipsface.com/minerals/face/foundation<br /><br />the link is too my favoriteeeee makeup of foundations. It's a mineral based and easier on your skin but so much cheaper and just as good. ELF overall is a good brand-- especially for the price.aliceinconversehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16792185467870660736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-32586304866275492382011-08-14T18:53:31.506-04:002011-08-14T18:53:31.506-04:00Hi Gertie, I've had mild acne for most of my a...Hi Gertie, I've had mild acne for most of my adult life. The only thing that worked for me was retin-a micro and benzaclin gel. I do use the bare minerals exclusively. That said, I've heard great things about the Tanda spot treatment - light device that zaps cystic zits for around $50. Best advice: DO NOT WAIT to get treatment - scarring lasts way longer and its much harder to get rid of than the acne itself. Good luck and I hope you find a solution!rosannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00821550574752151039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-49915848435923927082011-08-14T17:25:12.523-04:002011-08-14T17:25:12.523-04:00I suspect the air surrounding you is probably very...I suspect the air surrounding you is probably very "conditioned" - i.e. dry. Between dry skin and makeup and hot lights and reapplied powder - your poor skin is suffering. If everything seems fly away or shocky with static, your air is too dry. Drinking more water can help, but also getting water into the environment can help also. In your home/work space, add a cool air humidifier - the inexpensive ones for babies works well. You don't need to add anything menthol - just run the vaporizer. Protect the surrounding space for damp, but let it run. Finally, don't burn yourself, but remember to get some daylight on your skin too. My blood pressure medicine and sunlight don't get along, but I try to spend at least 20 minutes outside in the early morning or evening.Marjorytnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-26503324005943169922011-08-14T16:54:09.659-04:002011-08-14T16:54:09.659-04:00I tend to try to take s somewhat scientific approa...I tend to try to take s somewhat scientific approach to skincare, since sales people mostly want to sell their products (even if they are doctors hawking their own lines of products), and there are a LOT of things passed around as "definitely true" by people who "know" that have absolutely no scientific basis (eating chocolate leading to acne is a big one). In this respect I've found the information on the Paula's Choice site, in her books and Beuatypedia to be outstanding. I can only use a couple of her products now due to medical reasons (I do still use a few of them), but all I've used over the years are good products with a fair price, and the info she gives out is about the most scientifically sound I've found in the cosmetics/fitness field. Ultimately you have to figure out what works for your skin because humans don't all have the same body chemistry and different things work for different folks. Good luck!Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06515091383481646816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-87733313990805728582011-08-14T16:50:21.557-04:002011-08-14T16:50:21.557-04:00I exfoliate with an old fashionee washcloth and we...I exfoliate with an old fashionee washcloth and wear a light moisturizer with sunscreen. That's it. I don't even wash my face with any sort of face wash or moisturizer, and I certainly don't wear foundation. (Though I understand that's necessary when you're On Camera). Maybe I'm crazy blessed with good skin, but it's gotten much much better since I stopped washing it.Beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13481830027900552668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-10058652720028773612011-08-14T14:56:22.150-04:002011-08-14T14:56:22.150-04:00RE mineral foundations - just a warning: they are ...RE mineral foundations - just a warning: they are hypoallergenic, but that doesn't mean you can't be allergic. I tried one of them and my skin broke out into a spotty rash after one application, it took days to calm down and hasn't been the same since (this is 2 years ago).<br /><br />About two months ago I started using rosewater as a toner after cleansing and it's brilliant. I've got fewer blemishes and my combination skin has become less oily and less dry. I'd definitely recommend it!Clarehttp://magpiemakes.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-32756844345885343382011-08-14T12:31:41.676-04:002011-08-14T12:31:41.676-04:00I've been using Bare Minerals for over 5 years...I've been using Bare Minerals for over 5 years now and I can attest that my skin has improved dramatically. I've been prone to hormonal and stress-related breakouts and since using the minerals, I rarely break out.<br /><br />I also use an exfoliating AHA cream (Alpha Hydrox 12% Souffle), and a retinol (Alpha Hydrox Retinol ResQ). Since I'm 57 now, I find that these really keep my skin nice and smooth which makes the minerals go on nicer.Deb Gnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-17908951762533259362011-08-14T11:17:31.096-04:002011-08-14T11:17:31.096-04:00I've used Proactive for years, and I may as we...I've used Proactive for years, and I may as well be their spokesperson for how much I've talked it up over the years. It's not for everyone. I have oily skin, but others that have used it find it drying. I do not. I've also used Bare Minerals for a number of years and love it. In my experience, acne is one of the ways your body has of getting crap out of itself. I've also been on a low oxalate diet for a number of years, and it really did the trick for me. One more thing, you would think that drying out a big zapper was the way to go (in the dark years I used to use rubbing alcohol-bad idea), but really, the more moisture it has, the faster it will heal. Take care of yourself, and get your body back in balance. Get a massage!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3259455441759015869.post-69571740763477147102011-08-14T10:49:52.063-04:002011-08-14T10:49:52.063-04:00Heh, I started reading all the posts thinking &quo...Heh, I started reading all the posts thinking "Ah, maybe someone will recommend something good" and then realized there were 60 posts and I need to make a doll shirt before a child's birthday party today and don't have time. Later.<br /><br />When I was 14 my mom told me that I'd grow out of my acne when I was 18. I'm 30. Now it's not <i> that </i> bad, but still (she lied!)(she'd roll her eyes at that). I use Bare Minerals with a Clinque coverup stick and the main trouble with BM is that when you're already red and splotchy it doesn't cover long term that well.<br /><br />Proactive in the morning, Neutrogina at night in the shower. It goes reasonably well. Not bad enough to warrant a prescription.<br /><br />Now when I'm stressed I get cold sores. Sweeeeeeet. (If you do get those, get your doctor or dentist to write you a prescription for prophylactic Valtrex, it works better and faster than the creams.)Marienoreply@blogger.com