While many think spots are just for teens, mums know what pregnancy can do to your skin. Pregnancy hormones cause everything from breakouts to oily patches and dryness.
Neutrogena has put together tips, with dermatologist Dr. Sue Mayou, on how to cleanse your skin according to your specific problem. So whether your skin is oily while pregnant, or you're having a breakout, here is a solution tailored to you.
The problem: "My skin is sometimes very spotty and dry. I don’t want my skin to dry out even more by using a harsh spot skin clearing treatment but I need to eliminate my break outs!"
Dr. Sue Mayou says: “Look for a product which contains salicylic acid but that is also gentle. The salicylic acid will help to exfoliate the skin and unblock the pores. Make sure you use a product that is suitable for sensitive skin and tailor your approach to specific problem areas”
Sue’s top skin tip: “Wash twice daily with a gentle cleanser containing salicylic acid and look for hydrating properties too”
Neutrogena’s solution: New Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Cream Wash
The Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Cream Wash 150ml (£4.49 RRP) is gentle enough for everyday use on all skin types. The Cream Wash includes spot-fighting MicroClear Technology which offers a fast and effective solution for clearer skin. The powerful sebum-dissolving agents break through the oil on the surface of your and penetrates deep down into pores to help clear spots and prevent future break outs. The creamy textured wash purifies skin without over drying.
The problem: "I get an oily T-zone but I can’t find an everyday product that isn’t too harsh"
Dr. Sue Mayou says: “The T-zone is usually the oiliest part of the face due to the higher concentration of sebaceous glands located here. Use gentle products with an active drying ingredient for oily areas and wash your face twice a day, especially important in the evening to remove makeup and dirt”
Sue’s top skin tip: “Use the ‘paint by numbers’ approach and treat problem areas of your skin with different products.”
Neutrogena’s solution: Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Facial Wash
The Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Facial Wash 200ml (£4.94 RRP) is an uplifting daily facial cleanser which works to give you clearer, fresher and healthier skin. The refreshing gel cleanses deeply without drying out your skin and targets blocked pores in your problem area, whilst the sweet grapefruit scent stimulates your senses to kick-start your day.
The problem: "My skin looks dull and spots are starting to appear"
Dr. Sue Mayou says: “When skin is looking dull, it is a good idea to start using a scrub regularly. A gentle scrub can be used on a daily basis and has the effect of a gentle exfoliation. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells improving light reflection off the skin’s surface improving radiance. Sweating can contribute to blocking the pores and spot formation, so using a scrub which contains salicylic acid will also help. A scrub also removes dead cells which may be clogging pore openings and contributing to the formation of spots.”
Sue’s top skin tip: “Use a gentle daily scrub with exfoliating beads at least twice a week and up to once a day if your skin can tolerate it.”
Neutrogena’s solution: The Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Facial Scrub
The Neutrogena Visibly Clear Pink Grapefruit Facial Scrub 150ml (£4.95RRP) is an uplifting daily facial scrub for clearer, fresher and healthier looking skin. The exfoliating micro-beads help to unclog pores, eliminating spots and blackheads.
