[sunny101]

Hi girls, I have a problem. First let me begin by telling you that I have not changed my skincare routine since converting over to mmu. When I started using mmu, I noticed that I did not break out anymore like I used to with my MAC studiofix and was thrilled. However, it's been about six months now and I feel like my skin is not improving anymore. It's kind of at this stale-mate, where I don't break out as much as I used to, but still get the odd little pimple (only with some mmu companies; Sheer Cover, Lumiere VV) . So, my question is this; have you changed your skincare routine upon switching over to mmu? If so, in what way? I use the Philosophy purity cleanser, it's a 4-in-1 (cleanser, toner, light hydrating moisturizer, makeup remover), then I use the Micro-Delivery mini peel pads, When Hope is Not Enough serum and lastly When Hope Is Not Enough moisturizer and in the mornings I use the Smashbox Primer (and sometimes Laura Geller spackle primer). Well, this is pretty much my skincare routine, if anyone has any suggestions, it would be much appreciated, thanks girls!

[Hoozey]

Sunny-
I've been "using" (we addicts need to say it like it is) MMU for almost 5 years but this winter my skin went through a major change. It got much drier than ever before. I have tried Purity cleanser and it's pretty good but I think it still had some kind of sulfates in it as it's cleansing agent. Anything with sulfates seems to overstrip my skin. I found this line at Sally's Beauty called Purist Naturals and fell in love with the Hydrating Hibiscus creamy cleanser. I also love the Green tea moisturizer in that line. It isn't greasy but really seems to sooth my skin. I occasionally use the cucumber toner too. There are other products like a exfoliating scrub and a clay mask but I haven't tried them. Also, they make a cleanser/moisturizer for normal-oily skin too- you may want to try those?
About once a week I use Serious Skin Cares(SSC) Vit. C-line microdermabrasion- one part is a gritty paste, the other is a clear gel that warms up when applied to part one.
I've tried Smashbox primer but prefer SSC's A-primer. It's got a bit of glow to it and it goes on slicker. I don't use primer too often though because I don't have issues with my MMU staying in place with my dry skin. It also has some Vit. A-- thus the name. They also make a vit. C primer but I like the A better. I also use squalane oil when I need more oil or jojoba.

[sunny101]

Originally Posted by Hoozey

Sunny-
I've been "using" (we addicts need to say it like it is) MMU for almost 5 years but this winter my skin went through a major change. It got much drier than ever before. I have tried Purity cleanser and it's pretty good but I think it still had some kind of sulfates in it as it's cleansing agent. Anything with sulfates seems to overstrip my skin. I found this line at Sally's Beauty called Purist Naturals and fell in love with the Hydrating Hibiscus creamy cleanser. I also love the Green tea moisturizer in that line. It isn't greasy but really seems to sooth my skin. I occasionally use the cucumber toner too. There are other products like a exfoliating scrub and a clay mask but I haven't tried them. Also, they make a cleanser/moisturizer for normal-oily skin too- you may want to try those?
About once a week I use Serious Skin Cares(SSC) Vit. C-line microdermabrasion- one part is a gritty paste, the other is a clear gel that warms up when applied to part one.
I've tried Smashbox primer but prefer SSC's A-primer. It's got a bit of glow to it and it goes on slicker. I don't use primer too often though because I don't have issues with my MMU staying in place with my dry skin. It also has some Vit. A-- thus the name. They also make a vit. C primer but I like the A better. I also use squalane oil when I need more oil or jojoba.

I'm glad to hear good things about the Serious Skin care line, I always see it on the Canadian home shopping channel. guess I'll pick up on some of their products, I saw a great kit the other day with the A-primer, I think...
anyways, thanks Hoozey, maybe it is the Philosophy stuff, have you tried any of their other products or heard any reviews on them?

[Princess6828]

I just wash it all of with my Dove beauty bar, and then use my Chanel precision face cream. That's it. Oh - and every other night or so I use my Avon oily/blackhead skin masque.

[farris2]

I use my Beauticontrol Platinum skincare (cleanser,toner,moisture) twice daily.I microderm at least once per week,it makes the MMU go on so much better.I didnt change anything about my skincare regimen.

[Momo]

I've been able to be much gentler with my skin. My skin isn't sensitive but I find that I don't need heavy duty products in order to make a difference anymore. Although, my skin has gotten much drier than usual this winter like Hoozey said. I never used to need moisturizer.

[speerrituall1]

No change.

[emily_3383]

I use my cetaphil.

[lklmail]

I use almost the same skincare as you, except I don't use primer. Purity cleanser, Hope in a Jar moisturizer, and When Hope Is Not Enough eye cream everyday, then the 2-step Microdermabrasion once a week (the Vitamin-C one that looks & smells like concentrated orange juice....yum!) I I rarely get breakouts, and I sleep in my MMU most of the time!

[sunny101]

Originally Posted by lklmail

I use almost the same skincare as you, except I don't use primer. Purity cleanser, Hope in a Jar moisturizer, and When Hope Is Not Enough eye cream everyday, then the 2-step Microdermabrasion once a week (the Vitamin-C one that looks & smells like concentrated orange juice....yum!) I I rarely get breakouts, and I sleep in my MMU most of the time!

I'm also embarassed to say that I too on many occasions have slept in my mmu without any negative effects...just can't figure out what it is...guess it's just the "oat" ingredient in the Lumiere VV.

[triol]

Almost the same: I use Decleor skincare products. Toner, aromaoil and moisturizer for combination skin. I used that before MMU too. The addition is skincare-products with AHA.

[newyorlatin]

I use Olive Oil to remove all of my makeup nightly and then apply a very warm cloth.

I then may or may not exfoliate with a microfiber cloth.

I then wash with a Green Tea soap.

I then may or may not tone with Apple Cider Vinegar/H2O

Next I moisturize with Emu Oil

Lately I've been applying an overnight minerals treatment as my final step.

[icecookies]

Makeup Remover: Vaseline

Wash:I used to use Philosophy Purity but have been using my own soaps that I've made and added healing ingredients to.

Tone: Witchhazel and rosewater or Apple cider vinegar and water

Moisturize:Shea Butter

Nightime Treatment

[Gvieve]

Pretty much use the same routine with occasional masks

[sunny101]

Originally Posted by icecookies

Makeup Remover: Vaseline

Wash:I used to use Philosophy Purity but have been using my own soaps that I've made and added healing ingredients to.

Tone: Witchhazel and rosewater or Apple cider vinegar and water

Moisturize:Shea Butter

Nightime Treatment

Is the apple cider vinegar ok for dry skin too?