Need skincare help


I've done the whole Retin-A thing---it did nothing for me. Right now, I'm using Cetaphil and an acne cream from Clean & Clear, but I want something that will prevent acne--not just clear it up afterwards. My skin is probably on the oily side of normal--which is fine for me, as it means I don't have any wrinkles yet, but I HATE the acne!
I was thinking of trying Paula Begoun's line--anyone here had any luck with that? Any product recs you could give me would be MOST appreciated.
TIA!
3a/b shoulder length auburn Boticellis
No-poo since 2/13/04
Currently using Devacurl line--and I may never go back to anything else! No poo once a week. One Condition every day, followed by AnGell.
No-poo since 2/13/04
Currently using Devacurl line--and I may never go back to anything else! No poo once a week. One Condition every day, followed by AnGell.
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Also, it could be a reaction to something you're using and perhaps sensitive to, like the cetaphyl. People like it, I know, but my skin hated it--I broke out, if I remember correctly, and it did not clean my skin. My skin is also fairly oily, like yours. If you're having a reaction to something, that would explain why it takes so long for your skin to clear up and why the acne medication doesn't help. If you see a dermatologist, you could be cured with and antibiotic cream.
I have had issues with my skin for years because it's sensitive to just about everything. For the longest time I thought it was acne, but for the most part it wasn't. As long as I don't use anything with the ingredients I'm sensitive to (mineral oil and its derivatives, salicylic acid, lanolin, etc), I'm fine.
between shoulders and BSL
No-poo since 2/13/04
Currently using Devacurl line--and I may never go back to anything else! No poo once a week. One Condition every day, followed by AnGell.
between shoulders and BSL
I have had NO breakouts, I mean not even a single pimple, since using Proactive.
Wow. Only hear good stuff about this product. Might just have to try it.
3B ■ Medium/Course ■ High Porosity