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    Default Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    I have skin damage. It's pretty much under control wiht the help of many products. Me not being a fan of cosmetic surgery or any form of needing a Doc. for this would like to know if anyone has any answers or remedies that can actually help reverse chest damage from the sun..my skin.

    After a long day i notice that the skin is very thin and i have lines that are forming... They are a result of skin damage, because i have basal cell cancer from the sun many years ago. I use Retin A on my face from time to time, but not like i should...i hate it at this point. It makes my face oily.

    Also it would take too much to use on my upper chest skin.

    Does anyone use anything (holistic) over the counter or from the fridge etc. to help if you have skin damage showing.

    My roomate mentioned it. So now i know it can be seen...Ahh yuk!

    I hate it. HELP.

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    Default Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    Hyaluronic acid capsules from the health food store will increase collagen production in the skin. Hyaluronic moisturizing cream will also attract moisture to the skin, and prevent it from drying out. A good health food store with a cosmetic section should carry a good line of natural skin care products. Also, taking a CoQ10 supplement each day will also help neutralize damaging free radicals that cause and perpetuate skin damage. CoQ10 is the most powerful antioxidant there is. Retin A also sensitizes the skin to sun exposure, so you might want to stop using it all together.

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    Thanks for the info. I don't do the sun, have not for many years.

    I will look for those products and try applying them.

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    Vitamin c serum is supposed to do alot for skin damage. It lightens sun spots help promote collagen. I use it after I get mirodermabrasion or peels. philosophy makes a powdered version that you can mix with your lotions or spf.

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    Where do i find Vit. C serum. It used to be over the counter, but not anymore.

    TY.

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    I used to get mine at my dermatologist but he charges almost a hundred for a 2oz bottle. Ebay has alot of different ones at really good prices. If you getting a serum make sure its 15% potency or over. p.s. just checked on Ebay, try the skinceuticals 15% vitamin c serum too, thats a very good brand, and very good price.
    Last edited by Bellona; 01-26-2007 at 06:11 PM.

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    Default Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    Pamela, I've seen Vitamin C serum at the Body Shop! Check it out there..

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    Hy Pam .

    I am empathetic to your situation and share your aversion to "conventional" medicine, especially being that many dermatological (RX) remedies tend to further irritate the skin, {Begin mini-rant} thus adding to an individual's original aggravation (conveniently so, may I add, as increased irritation leads to higher dosaging / applications and more product usage which they will be more than happy to refill (sarcasm), since it is bankrolling their malpractice insurance premiums;

    However, I digress...) {end mini-rant; lol}.

    :: Kinda long; Sorry in advance. Lots of Info though...Thought you may benefit ;X ::

    Hun, since your case involves skin texture, there are a few natural alternatives that I could recommend to you. I will start with what I think might be the best. However,

    I WOULD HIGHLY ADVICE THAT YOU MAKE SURE THAT NONE OF THE FOLLOWING HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES INTERACT WITH ANY TOPICAL / OTHER MEDICATIONS YOU MAY BE USING AT THIS TIME.

    100% UNREFINED Shea Butter Oil - Absolutely no known side effects, I cannot tout this stuff enough.

    It must be UNREFINED to get the maximum benefit (cold-pressed and containing no solvents).

    Unrefined Shea butter naturally contains considerably high concentrations of vitamin and active elements which rehydrates all skin types from sensitive - normal - dehydrated, scaly and irritated skins and keeps them moisturized.

    Natural proteins, fatty acids, phytosterols and phospholipids plump up the skin by activating cellular reoxygeneration, which in turn will produce increased capillary circulation resulting in overall cellular rejuvenation of the cellular matrix of the epidermis. This will allow your skin to renew itself, healing simple inflammation / irritation to small dermite cracks and ulceration of the skin.

    Although its concentrated levels may vary from company to company, unrefined shea butter displays a considerably high level of between around 9% - 13% of unsaponifiable phospholipids which are accepted and absorbed deeply by the skin's normal temperature. This allows the oil to distribute evenly throughout the epidermis and since loss of elasticity is what creates wrinkles, fine lines, cracking and thinness of the skin, it helps to prevent wrinkles while diminishing the appearance of fine lines by increasing elasticity.

    It is also added to many sunscreen and sunscreen based products since it contains cinnamic acid, which protects the skin from from UV rays. Please, YOU SHOULD NOT SUBSTITUTE SHEA BUTTER FOR YOUR CURRENT SUNSCREEN REGIME.

    Shea butter is naturally molecularly very similar to the molecular composition of our own skin, explaining why it would be well tolerated by many individuals, even those who have sensitive skin. It can be used on your whole body, your hair - even safely applied to sensitive mucous regions such as the corners of your eyes! This broadens its usage indications (compared with other products) and because of this, is used in many cosmetics as a emollient base and to prevent premature skin aging. Unrefined shea butter can be used on the whole body by women, men and some people use it on their babies.

    Generally, oils on skin last all day long, especially when applied right out of the shower while the skin is most receptive to absorption and shea butter smells nicely.

    Myself, and other girls included, use shea butter to remove eye makeup; As a bonus, it works itself into the thin, sensitive skin around the eyes and nutures it with nutrients.

    Best part is, it is readily available through internet / health stores and fairly priced for a raw product, so you can slather on as much of it as you want, virtually wherever you want. It really is a wonderous product derived from the oils of the fruit of a shea tree.

    God is so good.

    Point-Blank; This stuff is the best and I believe is best suitable for you.

    Hope this helps sweetie and let me know if it's any good for ya. I have waaayyy too much info on this (and other alternative treatments; If you, or anybody else out there's curious, just let me know. I am happy to help).

    P.S. Oh, and BTW, Please remember that essential oils will break down the rubber in latex-based products ::giggling:: .


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    Default Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    You can also do glycolic peels and the like on your chest. They will help alleviate sun damage quite well. So will copper peptides.

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    Arrow Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    You can also check this thread out.


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    Default Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    always use spf on your face and smooth it over your decollette. All your face creams should be taken as far down as that. Also use a bust gel/spray and use it above chest area.

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    Default Re: Chest skin damage...QUESTION

    Thanks ladies. I am reading all this. And looking into these products.

    But i want a product known to not hide or plump skin, but actualy help me get rid of the skin damage. Is it do-able?

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    Pamela,
    A site that would help your specific skin condition is: skinbiology.com there is alot to read through
    Once you get over the initial asthetics of the website, it actually has many helpful hints for specific skin problems.Check out the Dr Pickhart's free online book and the chat messageboard.. I used to only belive in what doctors and dermatologists sell but they don't always tell you everything because they only know what is marketed to them. You've always been a great help on this site- I've always enjoyed your posts so I thought I would share.

    I don't know the specifics of your skin condition but from what I know off hand, I would say the use of Copper Peptides, followed by emu oil would do alot of good.

    A topic in the website that may be of particular interest to you is "Skin Remodelling"

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    I am having the same problems at the moment so i can empathise.
    I have been using a combination of vitamin c serum and 10% glycolic acid during the day and retin a at night (plus lots of sunscreen) This was recommended to me by my dermatoligist. Anyway I have seen some difference in the texture of my skin but am very doubtful whether the improvement will be enough for my liking. The next alternative is microdermabrasion but they have also said they cannot guarantee any major change from that either.

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    Thanks ladies. ALL is being compiled for me to try.

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    Obagi is a skincare regimen that's prescribed to reverse sun damage on the face. A lot of the products contain medical doses of Hydroquonine (sp?) at about 4%. You can buy only up to 2% at drugstores.

    There are also lasers that can really help with that, but I'm not sure if you'd consider that plastic surgery or not.
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    I really think you should consider peels or microdermabrasion..you can get them done at medispas. I had major sunspots and fine lines from tanning for so many years, now I have none... you don't have to see a doctor for them.

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    My parents have both been using the Arbonne body serum -- it's been doing a pretty good job of making my dad's cystic acne scars on his back soften up. It might be more of an addition to your regimen or a maintenance thing, though.

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