Nasty Vitamin A Cream

[Nelli]

I started using this vitamin A face cream, in an effort to keep the wrinkles at bay. After 2 weeks, my skin seemed blotchy and dry!! and then the cream started to sting a bit whenever I put it on. I stopped using it, obviously, but now I have really, REALLY dry areas on my face, that I can't seem to get rid of. Anyone else found that they have had a reaction to it, or how can I 'heal' my skin. (I look about 55 instead of 29)

[Lynnieshell]

try Sudocreme (often used for nappy rash) it's magic and heals skin very quickly. It's a barrier cream though so it doesn't absorb well so you might want to try it at night while you're asleep.

[Miss Zippy]

Hi Nelli. I've also had this reaction to Vitamin A creams and I don't consider myself to have particularly sensitive skin, though it is a bit on the dry side. My skin also ended up red, blotchy and very dry and a bit flaky. Anyway, the best moisturiser I have found for dry skin and for keeping the laughter lines at bay is Eucerin - costs about �6 in Boots and lasts ages. I will eat my hat if it doesn't work for you. I used to be a complete sucker when it came to beauty products and have tried just about every brand, but have now wised up and believe that the basics really are the best.

[Nelli]

You speak the truth Miss Zippy! I too am a firm believer in Vaseline and Lanolin, but I strayed from the path! ;-) I'm glad i'm not the only one who's had this reaction, I wouldn't say I had sensitive skin, but it really has damaged my face. I've heard of this Euricin, so will definately invest in a bottle. Thank's for the advice. :-)

[Miss Zippy]

No probs, hope it works for you. (P.S make sure you get the cream for facial use as there are a couple of other moisturisers in the range.)