Archive for April, 2010

Dr. Sheffield ’s ClearZit Acne Cream Reviews

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

Dr. Sheffield’s ClearZit must be somewhat of an interesting product judging by the name. It sounds so professional but does it really work? That is a great question to ask and here are some answers.

That is the question that is answered. You can see evidence of its pros and cons in the next two sections, and this will give you an idea of how well it does (or does not) work.

Pros

This product does well for preventing acne from appearing. It also helps the little pimples go away overnight. The larger acne takes a bit longer though. The redness as well as the size of pimples goes away very quickly for most people.

This product not only works, but it is very affordable. For the amount of money it costs it really seems to do wonders for many people. Many users were very impressed and very satisfied with the results.

Another major advantage of using this product is that it can be used by people of all ages. Even a 49 year old who has used it has experienced positive results. It also works great on teen acne problems.

Cons

Of course, with any product there is always a downside. Sometimes if too much is used on the wrong skin type the skin can dry and peel.

It may not be a wise move for someone with sensitive skin type to use this product. It can also irritate sensitive skin. It generally is recommended for people with normal to oily skin.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Acne Product | No Comments »

St. Ives Apricot Scrub Review (For Oily Skin and Acne)

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

The St. Ives Apricot scrub has been popular for a long time. It has actually been used on normal and oily skin types. However, this one often is used for oily skin types.

This product has received mixed response by consumers. It seems to have done some people well while it has done other people maybe “so-so” or below average.

Pros

This product smells nice and provides users with a great way to scrub the skin and remove dead skin cells. One person has experienced a total cleansing within a week.

This person has used this product for two and a half years and it has reduced breakouts considerably. It smooths the skin in the process, and acts as a way to refresh it. Furthermore, this product clears up white heads.

Cons

St. Ives has the tendency to over-dry the skin of some people. It sometimes irritates the skin and causes a paradoxical reaction-breakouts and/or a rash. Furthermore, it sometimes stops working after awhile or even causes redness or burning.

Conclusion

The “cons” of the St. Ives solution may be because of misuse. For instance, if too much of it is used or it is used too often then it can dry the skin. Either that or if a person scrubs too hard it can cause damage to the skin.

Sometimes people use a moisturizer after using St. Ives to return the moisture to the skin. However, the idea is that some people may not want to use this product but rather one that does not dry the skin in the first place.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Acne Product | No Comments »

Murad Acne Review

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

Murad Acne is a very common treatment for acne. So how well does it work? That is a good question and one you may probably have been pondering for awhile. This something you should think about as you seek a way to clear up your skin.

The answers to how well it works or how well it does not work are indicated in the following pros and cons. You should gain some valuable insight while reading this.

Pros

It clears up the majority of acne in people. It has wiped on many cases of moderate to severe conditions. This product makes the skin a little smoother and at least for two persons it did so without drying the skin.

Other reports indicate another advantage of using the Murad system. It has resulted in brighter skin and it actually felt good to the senses while applying. For some people it acted as a good moisturizer and cleanser.

Cons

This product works well for some individuals. However, it seems that it does not work for as many as people would like to believe. At least this is the opinion of one online reviewer who only gave it a 1 out of 5 rating, which is very poor.

Sometimes this product has been known to burn or irritate the face. Therefore, it is not recommended to people with dry or sensitive skin types. You should be very careful because you could irritate your skin.

Unfortunately, although there was many “pros” associated with using this product it actually disappointed many people. Many people (although the experiences were very conflicted) mentioned that this product is too harsh.

Numerous individuals said also that it worked “good but not great.” They also may have said that it causes the skin to dry and peel. This of course is contradictory to other people who have used it without experiencing dryness.

Conclusion

There has been quite a few mixed results associated with using this product. Some of the problems associated with using the Murad acne treatment may be related to misuse and overuse. This is one product that is better applied if you follow the instructions as is.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Acne Product | No Comments »

Neutrogena Oil-Free Stress Control 3-in-1 Review

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

The Neutrogena Oil-Free Stress Control 3-in-1 is a product that you can buy over the counter. It has its advantages and disadvantages just like any other acne cream does. It is important for you to read through this to determine if this product will work for you.

Advantages

It is considered one of the best that you can buy over the counter. Its main advantage is that it helps prevent acne from emerging. The main way of accomplishing this is by unclogging pores and wiping away dead skin cells.

Another major point in favor of this particular Neutrogena product is that it smells great. It smells better than quite a bit of other products used for a similar purpose.

Disadvantage

The fragrance in the Neutrogena 3-in-1 is very pleasant but it also can irritate the skin of some people. You are fair warned that it could cause allergies so if you are prone to allergy to fragrance it may not be the best solution for you.

There also is the concern about how it has silicone in it. This is another possible skin irritant for some people. Furthermore, Neutrogena 3-in-1 may not be useful for all skin types.

Usage Tips

Since it is oil-free Neutrogena 3-in-1 is best used on people who have oily skin. Otherwise, it may strip away the skin’s natural protective layer, or it can dry the skin. Be very careful if you have sensitive skin as this may not be the right product for you, although it is fairly mild.

Tags: , , , , , ,
Posted in Acne Product | No Comments »