Skin care

Busy Gal's Guide to Skin Care

Have zero time? Use these fast skin care tips and tricks -- because your skin notices when it's being neglected

by Anna Jimenez

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Tip 2: Know your skin type Before you know which products should be your go-tos, Perry says it's important to know your skin type -- since most products will cater to those specific needs. Many local drugstores now have beauty technicians in the aisles that can help you determine if your skin is dry, oily, combination/normal, or sensitive -- if you're unsure about your type. If not, head to the department store or make an appointment with your dermatologist to help diagnose your skin.

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choosing a go-to rpoduct can be tough even if you do know your skin type

by venenumletalis Friday, March 29, 2013 at 03:00PM Report as inappropriate

I need simple and finding products that multitask are even better. I difficulty believe in keeping the cleansing clothes handy after an exhausting day it seems like that's all I can manage.

by Chica181 Thursday, March 7, 2013 at 03:01AM Report as inappropriate

Great guide.

by Lili04 Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 04:16AM Report as inappropriate

Two FANTASTIC tips: Eating enough protein to keep skin healthy and caring for skin while traveling (it takes more of a beating than you realize, and airplanes are dehydrating). Great information!

by GigiSD Friday, February 15, 2013 at 11:18PM Report as inappropriate

great tips

by aishak55 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 03:16PM Report as inappropriate

Nice

by EricaC123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 05:13PM Report as inappropriate

knowing ur skin type is definitely important so you could the the correct product for ur skin

by mosh Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 09:32PM Report as inappropriate

I hear a lot about that SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic, wonder if its worth the hype/price.

by kimihavens Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 01:24PM Report as inappropriate

Knowing your skin type & having a regular regimen is most important.

by robyne00 Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at 05:19PM Report as inappropriate

I actually love cleaning out my skin care products... Looking for expiration dates, lining them up in rows of "things that must be used now" and "things that can keep"...

by schien Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 02:18PM Report as inappropriate