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Is there an alternative product to foundation, that won’t give me breakouts?

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

Words by Eliza Ashe

Q: I love wearing foundation and I wear it everyday, but I think it may be giving me pimples. Is there an alternative product to foundation, that won’t give me breakouts?

A: If you are worried that your foundation is causing the breakouts, try giving your skin a break from it for a week or two, see if your skin improves.

Otherwise look out for oil-free, or water based foundation instead.

It's really important that you cleanse your face morning and night to remove make up and excess dirt and oil.

Q: I have a fringe and underneath it, my forehead is covered in pimples! I really want to get rid of them, so can you please tell me how?

A: Believe it or not, this is actually quite a common problem. Firstly, the forehead (as with the entire t-zone), is a common place for pimples to occur and having your hair resting on top of it doesn't help.

Sweat and oil build up on your forehead, clogging pores and causing breakouts.

Try pinning your hair back as much as possible, especially when you exercise. All you need are a few bobby pins and some hair spray - simple!

Q. I have really short hair and I would love for it to be a bit livelier. How do I add more oomph?!

A: There are lots of ways that you can add volume to limp locks. Next time you're at the hairdresser ask them to cut some layers into your style. Layers are a great way to add volume and texture which will help to give the illusion that your hair is thicker. Adding foils or highlights will work similarly.

Boost the volume once again, by using a root boosting/ volumising/ hair thickening product before you blow dry.

Tell us your thoughts and leave a comment.

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User comments
hey peoples, i have heaps and heaps of freckles all over my arms does anyone know how to get rid of them!!! because when im older welll i dont now kinda lol want a perfect clear body ! love ya"s bye xoxoxo
I had acne really bad untill experimenting with face cleansers (as you do) and i came a cross a product called phisohex best stuff all you need is like a squirt the size of a five cent piece.Really works wonders!! stops the little nasties from popping up.
I have dots all down my arms and on my face what can i do to get rid of them
i get red spots and pimples on my chest and back and its really hard for me to wear v-cut tops and dresses...please help ive tryed creams and soaps!!!
I don't really get pimples but i find a few odd ones like on my nose and it goes all red embarrassing a bit but i usually just try and hide and keep a low profile!
i have acne...and some acne on my arms. i have tried using washes to make it go away...and the doctors here aren't very good... so they wouldn't be able to prescribe anything... please tell me any tips or tricks i can do. i have tried - wearing breathable fabrics - washing with body soap for acne - putting on acne ointment (it dries them out...) - (i shower daily, btw).. PLEASE HELP



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