25-12-2012, 20:03
Recently I've been using nixoderm which is supposed to be a natural remedy, though it's comprised of several ingredients. It cost be about 7 bucks for a 17g container. Small, but the reviews I read about it made me think I should give it a try. It works quite well. It's taking time to completely get rid of my acne but it's going down faster than when I was using Proactiv and SkinID - and I'm near my period too. I'm only using it every other day to give my face a rest in between. I exfoliate my face the same day I use it so that it penetrates deeper. I'll mix some oil with some sugar and just scrub it on. I'll usually use Neem oil since it's supposed to fight acne (it has antibacterial properties) though using it by itself takes a while.
If any ever uses Neem, keep it mind it has a kind of nutty, earthy scent. So you might want to split it with another oil and use it at night. Maybe take a shower in the morning afterwards since in the sun it can bring out a garlicy scent.
I also occasionally use baking soda to scrub my face. It's supposed to be a form of microdermabrasion, though I couldn't tell you if it's like the expensive procedure. But it does help to remove dead skin cells.
If any ever uses Neem, keep it mind it has a kind of nutty, earthy scent. So you might want to split it with another oil and use it at night. Maybe take a shower in the morning afterwards since in the sun it can bring out a garlicy scent.
I also occasionally use baking soda to scrub my face. It's supposed to be a form of microdermabrasion, though I couldn't tell you if it's like the expensive procedure. But it does help to remove dead skin cells.