I bought myself a skin care kit for oily skins from FREDERIC M - FRANCE, and I used it RELIGIOUSLY.  You wouldn't imagine something as simple as that actually making a difference!  Yes, how often you use your product will speak volumes about how well it works. I also opted for organic and natural products to avoid harsh ingredients and chemicals.  I also bought PURE  Benzoyl Peroxide from the chemist to help get rid of my existing  spots, I started on the lowest dose,2.5%.  There was no need for a stronger dose because I found that I didn't need it. Once I had all my products this is how I used them.
 

How I look after my Skin Now

Every morning I wash my face, then apply some toner on a cotton wool, to refresh and restore PH.  The toner also removes off excess dirt. I then apply a day cream for protection from the harsh weather and pollution.  At night I use make-up remover, then wash, then tone.  In place of my night cream I applied Benzoyl Peroxide to my existing spots.  After a week I noticed I developed a bit more spots. Usually this is when people say: that product is not suited to my skin.  I did not say that. I carried out cleansing toning and moisturizing during the day.  At night I continued with the Benzoyl peroxide. After 2 weeks my spots started to dry up.  At this point I decided to introduce my face mask. I started masking once a week in-between watching telly or doing housework.  This is the order:- cleanse, then apply a mask, then tone, then moisturize.  Gradually my skin started to feel smoother. After 3 weeks my spots had dried up so I put the Benzoyl Peroxide aside.  (I would not recommend prolonged use since it can bevery harsh on the skin).
 

The Result

My skin is now acne free for 3 months now. Well..not totally acne free,(I still get 1 or 2 particularly at that time of the month) but thats OK. I still keep my Benzoyl peroxide handy and apply it when the odd spot appears.  When this happens I put my night cream on hold.  The first thing you realize when you start feeling good about your skin, is that it boosts your confidence.  Remember that feeling of embarassment you get when people stare you in the face? All that is gone.
 

The Secret

Now I can actually go out without having to apply heavy make-up. My skin is velvety soft so my foundation blends in quite easily.  Due to my constant use of toner my skin is a lot less shiny. The secret is use all your products, even when your face gets better.  If you stop your condition will return.  Never neglect your skin.  Maybe after a while you could cut down on how often you tone or exfoliate. As you've probably read earlier, looking after you skin is like brushing your teeth. The process should never stop.'
 

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