You may remember the great SPF moisturizer thread of 2005. I ended up sticking with Olay Complete Defense, SPF 30, and I really like it. It's affordable and easy to find, moisturizing enough, and after everyday use I can see that the still-pale skin on my face has been protected from the good deal of sun my shoulders and arms have endured. I like it even better than the Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizer, which stings a bit in sensitive spots and is only SPF 15.
Since that went so well, I thought I'd ask you, Dear Readers, another face question. I got a little starter kit of Dr. Hauschka stuff, and have been using the Cleansing Cream and Clarifying Toner every day, along with the Normalizing Day Oil at night (despite its name). So far, I think I like the stuff. My skin is clear and a bit less blotchy and my pores seem slightly more orderly. I also like the idea of skin care without too many chemicals. But I wonder whether any of you have had any experiences with Dr. Hauschka in the longer term... anybody?
I adore the good doctor. I swear by his lip balm. He makes amazing stuff.
Posted by: Sarah at August 24, 2005 2:51 PMI am a reformed skin-care junkie, but alas have terribly sensitive skin. I used Dr. H's stuff for quite awhile. It was fine, but my skin didn't look as fabulous as I expected. I couldn't justify spending the money when I found better results with Cetaphil.
Posted by: Lisa at August 24, 2005 4:25 PMI *love* this stuff. When I do remember to use it (I go through phases where I don't for a while), my skin feels lovely and creamy.
I actually had a customer (I work at a place where we sell Hauschka) ask about it and as I waxed poetic, she said "Wow. You have great skin."
First time in my life that's happened.
I use Dr. Quince Day cream (have sensitive skin which ranges from very dry in winter to normal/oily in summer; and is complicated by rosacea). I really like these products because, presumably anyway, they do not contain parabens, which have been linked to cancer. I wish I could find a product, though, which also contained the antioxidant vitamin C (also without parabens). Anyone know of any?
Posted by: Cowit at September 17, 2005 12:41 PM