NGKUR: Dry Skin/Scalp

[housecarder]

So I'm not not sure if this is due to the hormones from BCPs or the dryer weather coming in, or both, but my skin has been really dry on my face and scalp. I have a few creams that help my face (although they tend to throw me to the oily side and cause breakouts), but nothing seems to be working on my scalp. I have really itchy flakiness going on and look like the before model of a head and shoulders commercial. What products do you use for a dry scalp? Any good facial creams that won't break me out?

[ironbaby]

I will be following this for scalp recommendations, but I do have a great face cream.

I use the Origins Night-a-Mins night cream every night and I have found I don't need a daytime moisturizer in addition. It's super light and smells like citrus.



I also use the Clarins Daily Foaming Cleanser with a Clairsonic in the shower. In combination, I never have dry skin again on my face.

[cocobellaf]

I really like the Boscia line. It doesn't break me out and when I use it consistently (especially the Clear Complexion spray), my skin is at its healthiest.

For the dry scalp, what kind of hair products are you using? Shampoo/conditioner, hair spray, etc.? What hair type do you have?

ironbaby - I am looking for a night cream. I've just been using Aveeno night cream but I don't love it. I am tempted to try the one you posted!

[pinkcat]

Josie Maran Light Argan Oil works really well on my face without making it oily, but provides great moisture.

www.sephora.com/100-pure-argan-oil-light-P380805?om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=scWgK6lfT&pcrid=66330622492&pdv=c&site=us_search&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KEQjwg9-vBRCK7L7wmO2u0JcBEiQA_tzoaE2HMmDETwbM5oKxzVmnsenfhaRvUu7H-j0d3hqOgLMaAnfv8P8HAQ

If I have a sunburn on my scalp I have used this before to help with peeling as well, and it has worked great for that too!

[mill23]

I love this Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask which I'll every few days when my skin gets dry. I like that it doesn't make my skin oily or cause me to break out.

I had psoriasis for a long time on some parts of my scalp but have started using high quality shampoo (I use Bain de Terre or Joico products) and that has really helped.

[dke2010]

I have the dry scalp issue so I'll be following. Occasionally I rub olive oil all over my scalp and let to sit for a few minutes before taking a shower. It sounds gross but it seems to help.

[bl1210]

I have severe dry skin everywhere. I use Perricone MD Blue Plasma cleanser. I like it because you don't have to rinse your face after you use it. I use Vichy Aqualia Thermal Dynamic hydration creme in the morning and at night. For my scalp, after I shampoo it, I use coconut oil or the Moroccan oil conditioner.

[madamewaffles]

+1 to the Origins items mentioned and Josie Maran oil! I usually rotate each night. I tend to get dry skin on my cheeks and oily on my forehead/nose, and all of those products provide a good balance for me. As for the scalp, I do hot oil treatments every couple weeks. I usually get the oil from Sally Beauty Supply. When I am not mobile, I will link it for you!

[housecarder]

Sept 15, 2015 6:48:41 GMT -5 cocobellaf said:

I really like the Boscia line. It doesn't break me out and when I use it consistently (especially the Clear Complexion spray), my skin is at its healthiest.

For the dry scalp, what kind of hair products are you using? Shampoo/conditioner, hair spray, etc.? What hair type do you have?

ironbaby - I am looking for a night cream. I've just been using Aveeno night cream but I don't love it. I am tempted to try the one you posted!

I have thick hair that is pretty straight with some slight wave. I usually just use herbal essence hydrating shampoo and conditioner. I've tried head and shoulders thinking it was a dandruff problem and that made it worse.

[cocobellaf]

I would try to switch to a shampoo/conditioner that doesn't have a lot of added fragrances. I use the L'Oreal EverCurl for my curly hair. I really like it... they have other kinds of shampoo/conditioner in the same line (EverPure, EverSleek, etc.)

Have you seen a dermatologist? Possibly psoriasis or eczema?

[k3am]

I'm a big fan of keeping it simple.

For hair, I use my normal shampoo (yaaaaay Costco brand!) and add in castor oil. You can also mix castor oil and a lighter carrier oil (grapeseed, olive, coconut) and let it sit directly on your scale for 30 mins (or overnight if you're amazing about sleeping with minimal moving). I use grapeseed oil as a finishing oil after a blow out. My stylist is always in awe of how healthy my hair is.

For skin, I wash my face with a combo of castor oil and grapeseed oil, and moisturize with castor oil (eyes and surrounding area) and grapeseed oil everywhere else.

And I swear, the oil doesn't leave you oily or breaking out.

I sound like a g-d hippy. I'm decidedly not a crunchy hippy, but this aspect of my "beauty" regime is. And it's cheap.

[housecarder]

Sept 15, 2015 12:05:06 GMT -5 cocobellaf said:

I would try to switch to a shampoo/conditioner that doesn't have a lot of added fragrances. I use the L'Oreal EverCurl for my curly hair. I really like it... they have other kinds of shampoo/conditioner in the same line (EverPure, EverSleek, etc.)

Have you seen a dermatologist? Possibly psoriasis or eczema?

I haven't gone to a dermatologist because it's a recent change since going on both control pills.

[housecarder]

Sept 15, 2015 7:16:41 GMT -5 pinkcat said:

Josie Maran Light Argan Oil works really well on my face without making it oily, but provides great moisture.

www.sephora.com/100-pure-argan-oil-light-P380805?om_mmc=ppc-GG&mkwid=scWgK6lfT&pcrid=66330622492&pdv=c&site=us_search&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KEQjwg9-vBRCK7L7wmO2u0JcBEiQA_tzoaE2HMmDETwbM5oKxzVmnsenfhaRvUu7H-j0d3hqOgLMaAnfv8P8HAQ

If I have a sunburn on my scalp I have used this before to help with peeling as well, and it has worked great for that too!

I got a sample of Octavio argon oil in my ipsy bag this month. It said it was for frizz and to add shine. Maybe I should try that on my scalp and face.

[ohinvrtedworld]

No help on the scalp bit, but as for your face, what is your wash routine like? I realized that I was washing my face too much for my skin type and that's why it was super dry. I've been just wiping my face with micellar water and then washing it with Sebamed once a week for a deep clean with my knock off Clairsonic, and it's a lot less dry and flaky! My area around my nose was always peeling.

Micellar water is like $6 at Target, so it's worth trying at least! It removes light makeup too.

[housecarder]

Sept 15, 2015 18:00:52 GMT -5 ohinvrtedworld said:

No help on the scalp bit, but as for your face, what is your wash routine like? I realized that I was washing my face too much for my skin type and that's why it was super dry. I've been just wiping my face with micellar water and then washing it with Sebamed once a week for a deep clean with my knock off Clairsonic, and it's a lot less dry and flaky! My area around my nose was always peeling.

Micellar water is like $6 at Target, so it's worth trying at least! It removes light makeup too.

I honestly don't wear makeup on a regular basis so I have only been washing my face in the shower and occasionally when I wear any makeup. But after my showers my face is always flaky!