Reddit reviews CeraVe Healing Ointment | 5 Ounce | Cracked Skin Repair Skin Protectant with Petrolatum Ceramides | Fragrance Free
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[ SKIN PROTECTANT ] Protects and soothes dry, cracked and chafed skin with a silky, lightweight formula that contains hyaluconic acid for added moisture[ ESSENTIAL CERAMIDES ] Formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) that help restore and maintain its natural protective barrier[ NON-GREASY FEEL & WON'T CLOG PORES ] Lanolin free to avoid skin irritation caused by lanolin[ DEVELOPED WITH DERMATOLOGISTS ] All CeraVe products are developed with industry experts[ NEA SEAL OF ACCEPTANCE ] Accepted by the National Eczema Association
I would like to preface this by saying this is what I would do for me personally knowing what I know now about my own skin. If I were making suggestions for someone else I think this list would be very very different.
Under $50:
Heimish All Clean Balm [$17]
CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion [$11]
CeraVe Healing Ointment [$9]
Australian Gold Tinted Sunscreen [$13]
This particular budget was actually a lot harder than I thought it was going to be. I prioritized Sunscreen first, because that is an important product to me and it is a product that was difficult to find something I was happy using every day. I picked the cleanser next because I knew it was going to be pricey at this budget. I really think oil cleansing has done wonders for my skin. I especially like balms. I find them much easier to use. I occasionally like to use a straight oil, but on a daily basis using something with an emulsifier is just more practical. In reality if I had to stick to this budget all the time, I would probably sub out the Heimish for an emulsifying cleansing oil like Kose or the Simple one. I just haven't used either of those yet, I wasn't comfortable substituting that for the sake of this exercise.
I don't think I would be totally happy with this routine long term. It's not as hydrating as I tend towards and it doesn't have any actives. The CeraVe lotion is nice, but I wouldn't LOVE using it. I picked this over the CeraVe cream because I find that the cream does not actually sink into my skin. It's nice over other thinner formulas, but it tugs at my skin uncomfortably if used on its own.
Under $100
Heimish All Clean Balm [$17]
Stridex Maximum Acne Medication Pads [$4]
Dear, Klairs Supple Proparation Facial Toner [$22]
Hada Labo Gokujun Premium Hyaluronic Solution [$15]
Holika Holika Skin and Good Cera Super Cream [$17] (this is discontinued, but as long as it's $17 at Amazon or CVS where I bought it I will probably keep using it)
Jojoba Oil [$8 @ Trader Joe's]
CeraVe Healing Ointment [$3] [Travel Size]
Australian Gold Tinted Sunscreen [$13]
TBH this is making me realize how much money I actually spend on my routine. GEEZ I DIDN'T NEED THIS TODAY. Essentially I just took out the CeraVe lotion and added my HG Hydrating/Moisturizing Layers. The Klairs seems like so much of a splurge here, but it really truly is one of my favorite products to use. It is very hydrating and soothing to me. I also added the Stridex because it's cheap, effective, easy to use and this is one active I know I can tolerate if I keep up my hydration/moisturization.
I think the CeraVe Healing Ointment is a true workhorse and I would never be with out it, BUT I don't actually use very much of it. I mean I bought my first 3 oz. tube 9 months ago and I don't think I've even used half of it. With the smaller budget it makes more sense to get a bigger tube because it can be SUCH a multitasker, but since I have a few more items in the way of "moisturizing" here, I would probably purchase a very small tube of the ointment (mostly for my lips and the corners of my nose) and also incorporate Jojoba Oil. I love Jojoba for cleansing and for mixing into other products. My very chapped lips also DRINK UP oils like no one's business.
I am ashamed to say this routine is still short of some things I use pretty frequently, but I would still be happy with it. It has everything I actually need.
Under $200:
Heimish All Clean Balm [$17]
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser [$15]
Stridex Maximum Acne Medication Pads [$4]
Stratia Soft Touch AHA [$14]
Dear, Klairs Supple Proparation Facial Toner [$22]
Hada Labo Gokujun Premium Hyaluronic Solution [$15]
Stratia Rewind [$16]
Stratia Liquid Gold [$24]
Holika Holika Skin and Good Cera Super Cream [$17]
Jojoba Oil [$8 @ Trader Joe's]
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 Soothing Repairing Balm [$15]
CeraVe Healing Ointment [$3] [Travel Size]
Raw Honey [$7ish]
Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask [$5]
Australian Gold Tinted Sunscreen [$13]
Again these all the same products as before. The three additions I use frequently are the LRP B5, Stratia Liquid Gold, and Stratia Rewind. The Raw Honey and the Queen Helene are masks that I know work for me and are fun to use. I very rarely use the honey buy itself, but it is lovely as a mask mixed with the Klairs (thanks to u/LGBTQBBQ for that tip). I've also included the Stratia Soft Touch here because it is on my list to try. I'm pretty sensitive to actives and I think a 10% Mandelic is something I could handle.
I actually really enjoyed having to think about my routine like this. I really thought I had paired down my routine quite a bit and I suppose I have, but even the $200 budget would not be enough to repurchase everything I use on a monthly basis. This (mostly) doesn't even include things I want to try or things I have around just in case or just because. Realistically I would have a couple more wash off masks, and eye cream (even though it is not at all necessary imo), at least one other kind of sunscreen, and maybe one or two other moisturizers.
But I guess I'm that kind of extra bitch.
...and like its a hobby right? It's ok to spend money on a hobby.
At least that is what I'll tell myself.
I actually do have times of extremely flaky skin - luckily it was a good day where my skin was actually properly hydrated and flake free! I’m mostly combination skin but more on the dryness scale. But I would say it would most likely cake like makeup would :(
If you want to try it, on flakey days I massage in CeraVe Healing ointment. It is like Vaseline but it it melts into like a creamy gel when you put it on. I blot off the excess with a tissue then apply makeup etc. It generally keeps the flakes from forming for a few hours, and it doesn’t clog my pores. It’s not that expensive and its loaded with ceramides that keeps skin hydrated. They sell it on amazon and in drugstores. I bought the huge 12 oz jar because I love it.
And they are both good for sensitive skin, so it shouldn’t flare up your psoriasis (but I’m not an expert).
CeraVe link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B016F3MESG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1542944160&sr=8-3&keywords=cerave+healing+ointment&dpPl=1&dpID=41DaXXXtuFL&ref=plSrch
I recommend using a hydrating toner. This stuff helps the moisturizer sink in better. A popular recommendation is Hada Labo gokujyun lotion. I'm on my second bottle and I will keep repurchasing it. It's also fragrance-free.
Another recommendation would be using an occlusive after moisturizer. It locks in the moisture so it doesn't evaporate from your skin. There's good ol' Vaseline, Aquaphor, and CeraVe healing ointment (which is my personal favorite). They're all fragrance-free. You only need a small amount to cover the face. I use like... a dime size amount.
For this brand I would prefer CeraVe Healing Ointment as it has a simple ingredient list.
If you have a damaged skin barrier, you're gonna want to cool it with the exfoliating (ESPECIALLY no to a chemical peel).
What has personally worked best for me when I've gone a little nuts on the actives and messed up my skin are these products:
http://www.sephora.com/ceramidin-starter-kit-P384555?skuId=1589274&icid2=D=c6:products%20grid:p384555
(Dr. Jart Ceramidin liquid and cream)
^ both the serum and cream together, though the cream felt like it did more if you wanted to choose between the two.
Also:
https://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Healing-Ointment-5-Ounce/dp/B016F3MESG
Followed by Cerave Healing ointment on top of whatever other lotion/serum/ cream I use.
Always recommend the cera ve SA renewal cleanser. It’s amazing and events your skin and brightens it. I actually use the SA renewal body wash, you get a lot and I can use it on my face as well. The Cera Ve SA body lotion is also love, sometimes I use it on my face. Makes body super smooth, these two are dream team.
I think the dream routine:
Am:
Pm:
-melazepam 20% important and alternate between this and Retin a, but not everyone can handle either of these. But it goes to say these are anti-aging power horses
Great products:
Benton snail bee essence (the masks, steam pacts, everything..)
Just a few products to think about. I am by no way saying jump and add any of these to your routine instantly. I’ve looked around and found a lot of, what I’d consider to be talked about products and decided to make it easier and list them for you.
I think a basic SA cleanser like cera ve would be a good place to start, a good spf that is non-irritating. Find a moisturizing Oil thst your skin likes and then maybe start trying actives. Don’t go jumping in until you find a routine that calms your skin and that your skin really likes. Then start testing the waters with maybe azelic acid like melazepem (strongest you can get in us is on amazon) or vitamin c. Possible acid peel pads. We kind of have to know your skin type and current routine. Things that have worked and have not, and what you want out of a new skin routine— in order to give you better direction.
Personally, I love using the CeraVe Healing Ointment at night to help recover at night. I try to take great care of my lips, and I haven't found anything I like more than the ointment. It is also cool because I apply it on my hands and I feel my hands love it.
I recommend the healing ointment. It's similar to vaseline, but less heavy and has ceramides in it. I use it both for daytime wear (mix a little in with last moisturizer before sunblock), and at night time with my sleeping pack.
I'm a side sleeper as well so I understand what you're talking about. Don't worry about it too much. You'll still have all your goodies sealed in from the night before, and your pillowcase won't be a greasefest. When I rinse my face in the morning it still has a nice moisturized softness to it
[MOISTURIZER HELP] Hi! Also a longtime lurker first time poster! I need some helps with dry flaky skin, particularly around my nose and under my eyes.
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AM
PC Hydrating Cleanser
PC 4% BHA
PC 8% AHA
Biore 50+ Sunscreen
**moisturizer help**
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PM
PC Hydrating Cleanser
Tretinoin .05
**moisturizer help**
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Moisturizers I Have
I currently have the cerave tub, but it stings when I put it on at night after the tret. I also have TO HA 2% serum, TO Niacinimide 10% serum, TO natural moisturizing factors +HA lotion, Eucerin Advance Therapy clear ointment (thick occlusive) and I really just don't know what to use to get enough moisture for all day. I've found that adding the TO HA serum just 'rolls' off into jelly bits into my hands if I touch my face or put makeup on it (the makeup or eyebrow pencil just rolls it off, it's very unattractive haha).
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Moisturizers I'm Interested In Trying
I was thinking about which of the below to get and how to incorporate them into my routine! (i have bothersome sebaceous filaments by my nose and no real acne problems). If you have tips for the small black dots near my nasal folds too that would be great :)
- TO Squalene / Hemi Squalene / Fruit Oil (favorites?)
- Hadalabo Moisture Plumping
- DR Jart Cream - seems a bit expensive
- Hadalabo Premium Hyaluronic Solution - could I just use my TO HA Serum differently instead of buying this. or would this solve the makeup issue. I don't wear foundation but just under eye concealer and eyebrow pencil
- Stratia Liquid Gold
- Eucerin Urea Repair Cream 5%
- Cerave Healing Ointment - better that the Eucerin Advance Therapy clear ointment (thick occlusive) I already have?
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What do you all think? Which is worth getting? Please let me know which new products you guys have discovered and solved your flaky skin (and in which order to use AM and PM)? I would so so appreciate it :)
Basically this, /u/BeeFact.
I use this pumice after deadlifting and benching days. In addition to that, I use CeraVe's hand cream probably once a day or so.
If my callouses get really messed up (which they don't anymore from using the above steps), I would apply CeraVe's healing ointment after a thorough pumice session before bed.
Also, you should wash your hands immediately after your workout to remove any chalk from your hands. Donny Shankle has a hand care video that echoes what I said above.
I haven't used it in 2 days because the redness and peeling is SO bad. It looks like I have 3rd degree burns all over my face. No natural skin color left whatsoever :(
I'll try some Aquaphor. It looks similar to this, that I've been using:
https://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Healing-Ointment-5-Ounce/dp/B016F3MESG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8