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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
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 Posted - Mar 19 2010 : 09:05:06 AM
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I'm in my late 50's and as I have aged I see a big difference in my skin. It is so dry and just can't seem to find anything to help. And I've tried alot. Does anyone have a good idea that may work for me? Would love to try anything.
Thanks, Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
2914 Posts
Cindy
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Posted - Mar 19 2010 : 7:49:00 PM
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I'm in my late forties and I use sweet almond oil on my face and lanolin on my hands. I also have to remember to wear sunscreen now that I'm outdoors more. I've been experimenting with different recipes for lotions, cleansers, etc. I prefer cosmetics that are all natural. Who wants to put "methylparabens" on their skin?
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2010 : 8:28:24 PM
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Thank you prariehawk, I'll try the sweet almond oil. I use to have oily skin and had to handle that. Now it is terribly dry. Actually so is my legs and arms. There not much out there that really works. I will also try the lanolin. Will the almond oil help with the elastistiy? spelled that wrong, But it seems that the skin on my face is getting a saggyness. Maybe you can't cure all ageing. Thanks, Brenda
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Mar 19 2010 : 9:53:06 PM
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Hi Brenda, Raw coconut oil does wonders for all skin types and conditions. Best of luck!
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2010 : 02:59:21 AM
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Thanks Channah! Looks like I need to go back to the Health Food Store.
Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
2914 Posts
Cindy
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Posted - Mar 20 2010 : 7:34:50 PM
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Brenda--I don't know if the almond oil will help with elasticity--I think that has a lot to do with diet. Maybe the people at the health food store could recommend something. I know it's important to drink water. I'm just learning about herbs so I don't know which herbs might help. But having "wisdom lines" (wrinkles) is a sign of character--so wear your face proudly!
Cindy
"Dog is my co-pilot"
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2010 : 8:17:36 PM
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Will do, I guess I've earned them. Thanks, Brenda
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cajungrammie
True Blue Farmgirl
124 Posts
tina
dry prong
la.
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 04:45:00 AM
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i too have really dry skin,i use goat's milk soap.it makes your skin so silky.and yes drink lots of water.
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 04:54:56 AM
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Thanks Tina, the doctors told me about the water and I'm trying. I know that it will help and I've never been one to drink much water. So I guess that I've really brought this on myself. But I will continue trying and maybe it will help some from the years of abuse of not drinking water as I should. I do appreciate all the suggestions.
Thanks again, Brenda
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4738 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
4738 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 05:41:27 AM
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I am going to be 50 this June. One of the things I use to keep my face from feeling dry is a face cleanser that is easy to make and leaves my skin feeling soft & smooth. A cup of yogurt, 1/2 to a 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mixed together. Put a handful on your face & rub in for a minute. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. The mixture lasts for a week in the fridge.
I also drink lots of water, take vitamins for women plus fish oil. A lot of people think I'm 38 years old and are shocked when I mention my oldest son will be 28 in June.
Good luck finding what works best for you.
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 05:56:05 AM
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Thank you Dawn, those are things I have right now. I will be using that today. I have the spirit of a 25 yr old and just don't like to see my skin getting so dry. Wish you could do face exercise's to tone it up like you can your body. hahaha
Blessings, Brenda
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ddmashayekhi
True Blue Farmgirl
4738 Posts
Dawn
Naperville
Illinois
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 1:41:00 PM
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Brenda, you can do face exercises to tone up your face muscles. Take a look at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble or wherever you buy your books and look up subjects for Face Exercises.
Dawn in IL |
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podsandpetals
True Blue Farmgirl
57 Posts
Cindy
Genoa
NY
USA
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2010 : 8:26:20 PM
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Cindy where do you get the cream, never heard of it!
Blessings,Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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podsandpetals
True Blue Farmgirl
57 Posts
Cindy
Genoa
NY
USA
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 23 2010 : 9:25:51 PM
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Thanks Cindy
Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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fiddlegirl89
True Blue Farmgirl
232 Posts
Kayla
Dunnville
KY
USA
232 Posts |
Posted - Apr 24 2010 : 07:59:48 AM
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I second the coconut oil...eating more coconut oil would also help, from the inside out! My mom makes raw milk soap (the milk isn't pastuerized so all the helpful, healing properties are very much alive and present and active) and it's great for your skin. She's also started making lotion bars and that sort of thing, and our products are all we ever use...we never have any skin problems or dryness.
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Help for skin care
