Skin Resetting: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream review

As I've told you earlier, my skin type is dry. Around 2 months ago, my skin was like seriously dry like if I smile, my face would crack. If you're facing a problem of thirsty skin, meet my hero.

I'm telling you first that this product has quite heavy texture and if you have an oily skin, I suggest you to try the lotion type of CeraVe. I purchased 2 small tubes in approximately 500 Baht (30 Baht=1 Dollar and 40 Baht = 1 Euro). There is also a 16 oz. size available too.

Here are what the product claims: 

• moisturises, restores, and maintains protective skin barrier
• controlled release (keeps your hydration level steady)
• non-comedogenic
• non-irritating

If you've ever tried Dermalogica Ultracalming Barrier Repair, I can say that their textures when applying onto the skin are quite similar; like there's a thin shield covering your face ( weird word choice, hope you get it). The differences are that CeraVe is much cheaper and it offers a thicker shield.

So, this cream helps me with my flaky skin very well. It's also non-comedogenic and causes no irritation as it claims.

I can say that this product is my main rescuer. Believe it or not, although I've told you its texture is quite thick and not so suitable for oily skin type, I had to apply this cream for 4-5 layers daily in order to hydrate my skin. I didn't feel greasy at all, can you imagine how badly my skin became a dessert? However, I regain my hydration back in a month, together with taking Meiji Amino Collagen and applying Kose Hyaloroncharge Moisture Lotion L.

Out of these three HG items, if you ask which one I'd pick out of these 3, I'd say this CeraVe cream. It keeps my skin hydrated and comfortable. So, let me summarise the pros and the cons for you.

Pros

- doesn't clog pores, causes no allergy (for me)
- no perfume, no alcohol; less chance for irritation
- can be used as both night and day cream, as it contains no SPF
- keep skin hydrated and improve skin condition when using regularly.

Cons

- have to be purchased via Internet only (for Thailand), and some online stores sell it overpriced.
- may be too greasy for those who have combination or oily skin tone


Will I purchase it again, yes :) Maybe I'll try the lotion type this time.

My Skin Resetting Mission

First of all, I'd like to describe my skin condition I had first. Well, I used to have a combination skin, but the overall was fine. I had pimples when going to bed late continuously, but it healed fast.

Around 1 and a half year ago, lots of cystic acne came out of nowhere. I had no idea how to deal with it, so I started to pop it out (I know it sounds really gross, but if you can imagine, it's hard not to do it). Result? Redness all over my face that I didn't need blush on at all. I did go to see doctor, but nothing went better. I stopped seeing the doctor, still no clue how to get rid of it. My mission has been started here.

I tried to hide all the scars and redness. It was wrong putting more make up to cover, since it only irritated my skin more and pores just stay clogged. However, that was when I discovered the most amazing foundation and concealer for me: Revlon PhotoReady and Cezanne Liquid Concealer. 

Later on, I had tried Proactiv (I'll make a review later). It gave me a lot hope. My face was a lot better in 2 weeks. I used the kit continuously half a year. My acne had not completely cured, I still have them on my cheeks and chin, also blackheads on my nose. Believe me, it was really an awful experience. It seemed like I just couldn't do anything about it and nothing was really effective. I faced a very dry skin condition when using Proactiv, which was rescued by Physiogel Lotion in the first hand.

I started to look for something else. I tried some local brands, but none worked. Then I finally found something made for me: Mario Badescu. I'll surely write a review for products I've used, please stay tuned :)

Not only acne I had to deal with, but also dryness, scars, and skin allergy. I've already written a review about Meiji Amino Collagen, one of my helpers. If you're facing the same problems, or you just want to improve your skin condition, go check my review out!

What I do to get my hydrated, pimple free skin back I:Meiji Amino Collagen Review

Hi again! I haven't written anything lately. It's been a long time, huh? I accidentally saw my blog view statistic a moment ago, and it was like 500 views. I mean, that's quite a number for me. So, somebody did find my blog and check it out, I guess? Pleaseeee, leave me a comment so that I know I'm not alone and my posts are a little useful to someone ^^ Anyway, I've decided to update my blog more currently from now on.


OK, a product of the day is Meiji Amino Collagen. I've been taking this for 2 months now. It contains 5000 mg of fish derived collagen (said to be absorbed better than pig derived, 49 mg of vitamin C, and 28 mg of Arginine in 7 grams (one spoon), contains no sugar.  

I'm sure you all have heard about collagen. Still hesitate in buying it? My suggestion is, don't be, it does worth the money!

Before I purchase this first can, I have read reviews from several websites. I've found that many Asians are impressed with it, but not many Thais do. Well, to tell you one thing, so many Thai girls want to have white skin and almost every online store claims that taking collagen will brighten up your skin tone.

Collagen has nothing to do with a skin tone. That's why there are some comments saying they're regret purchasing this. I mean it can brighten up just to the level of your original skin tone which may be darken because of sunlight or other factors. But it won't turn you into a pale, sexy, Dracula, whatever.

So what can collagen help you? My major problems were pimples, severely dry skin, rash, hypersensitive, and my make up didn't last more than 2 hours on my face. It was difficult looking at myself in the mirror. My skin was in a very bad condition. It seems like I became allergic to every single kind of base makeup in this entire world. Even mineral makeup! I was absolutely desperate, didn't know what to get rid of first; dry patches, rash, or pimples.

Then collagen pop up in my mind. I've heard about it a while ago, but didn't really believe it'd help. I read some review and decided to try it. To be honest, I believe in Japanese products good reputation. I bought my first can from Boots in a price of approximately 1,200 Baht. This can last for 28 days. The refill bag is cheaper and lasts longer ( there are 30 days and 33 days bags, but I need a container and a measuring spoon first).

I noticed the change in a couple of weeks. My body skin appeared to be smoother and dry patches on my face were a little cured, not completely, though. I take this collagen every day before bedtime, together with tomato juice. If you don't like tomato juice, replace it with any other juice that contains high level of vitamin C. The result will appear fast and better, since I'd tried mixing it with something else and found that tomato juice is the best.

I also have Keratosis Pilaris on both of my arms. Seriously, it helps. Although it doesn't all vanish, but it does really help. I went back home last month, my mom, friends, and my boyfriend agreed that I've made a great improvement on my skin.

There are various brands of collagen in the market, you can try any you like because I believe that they'll give you similar result. But Meiji collagen is popular, affordable, and easy to find, so I think I'm gonna stick to it. 

My conclusion

Pro 

• makes skin smoother
• heals allergy, makes skin stronger
• noticeable results         
• cures dehydration
• brightens up your skin to the original tone

Con 

• need to be repurchased every month
• the price is around 850-1000 Baht (30 Baht = 1 Dollar), although I find it worth the money, somebody does think it's quite pricy.
  
  
  Will I buy it again? Absolutely!
  
  This is my first episode in my skin resetting mission. If you have a question, please feel free to ask. Believe me, I've faced almost every kind of skin problem and will be really happy if I can help you out! ^^