Suggestions for dry acne prone skin!

[mkt00]

Hey everyone,
I'm really hoping I can get some good product recommendations here! I appreciate any advice or suggestions.

I moved to Georgia from Southern CA about 3 years ago (I'm 26 now). Since moving to GA I have had all kinds of skin problems. My biggest concerns are combating acne and dry skin simultaneously. My skin has also become much more sensitive/red and I am more prone to have allergic reactions to topical products (never had a single allergic reaction when I was in CA). I've been going to a dermatologist for years now, but just can't seem to get my skin under control here in GA. Every time I visit CA my skin clears up and goes back to how it used to be.

I would love to hear if anyone has had similar skin problems when moving to a new climate! I would also love to hear about any products anyone with similar problems has had success with! I really need a good cleanser, moisturizer, and foundation. I'm on topical prescriptions for the acne, so I'm not really looking for acne treatment products. I just need good gentle products that won't make me break out.

 

[thepicketywitch]

It almost sounds like you're having an allergic reaction to something! Do you have any allergies, or have you ever been tested?

As for products for you skin, I would suggest Cetaphil cleanser; it's EXTREMELY gentle, no added colors or frangrances. It was a godsend for me when I was on Accutane. I would also suggest using Aquaphor for the dry places on your skin-don't be scared of it! It can't clog your pores or make you break out, I promise. I use it daily, and it's incredibly moisturizing.

As for acne treatments, there's nothing I can think of that would help without drying your skin out more, so I think that would be a better question for your dermatologist, but I really do suggest you look into being tested for skin allergies.

I hope your skin calms down!

 

[k.a.t]

Sounds extremely sensitive to something in that environment...are you using different products there? eating different foods? Sometimes it's the quality of the water in a new place, or it could be the climate change. I wouldn't treat it for Acne, I don't think it's that, and acne creams and products tend to be so harsh, therefore making the problem so much worse!