Irritated From Facial Cleanser, Help:(

Feb 2, 2014

Lana L.

So I used the oil free acne wash by neutrogena and it completely dried out my skin, especially my chin where I had some acne is now all as red as a tomato and extremely flaky and dry, what should I do?:( it looks horrible.

Feb 2, 2014

Lana L.

Lol I put a lot of moisturizer on and its still red and irritated, and no orange

Feb 2, 2014

Kitty K.

Try some oatmeal ( with honey if you can ) or some aloe Vera to help moisturize and soothe it and reduce redness.

Feb 2, 2014

Mariam A.

Use a gentle cleanser for instant try the Cetaphil cleanser it's really gentle on your skin and on the acne.

Feb 2, 2014

Mariam A.

After your done using the cleanser follow up by a gentle moisturizer Try the aveeno line, The cetaphil moisturizer. Cerve Moisturizer. All found at the drug store

Feb 2, 2014

Grace G.

Whenever my skin I really red I make a mask I honey (preferably raw and unrefined so that it has all the good enzymes) and green tea (just make tea as usual and cut open the tea bag)

Feb 2, 2014

Grace G.

It sounds like you have sensitive skin so maybe the salicylic acid is too irritating for you also too much moisturizer can make it worse. If your skin is flaky try using a flannel wash cloth and warm water to gently rub away the flakes

Feb 2, 2014

Traci L.

I agree with Kitty make a oatmeal mask you just need old fashioned oats and water into a paste

Feb 2, 2014

Samantha C.

Some fresh aloe Vera will probably help if you can get your hands on some?

Feb 2, 2014

Bailey G.

Did you use the regular cleanser in a pump bottle or the cream cleanser? I use the cream cleanser and it doesn't dry my skin out. Foamy bubbly face wash can do that to you.

Feb 2, 2014

Shauna S.

When your skin is irritated its best not to put anything on it because it will irritate it. believe me I've reacted to dozens of different cleansers lol. do not start cleansing your face right away with a different cleanser. wash your face with cool water or you can also put a cold cloth on your face. also ice your face which will bring down the redness and any itchiness. I recommend putting a light layer of cold pure aloe Vera gel on your face to sooth the area.

Feb 2, 2014

Shelley W.

I agree with Kitty. Oatmeal is the way to go to soothe the skin. And don't reach for any makeup in the time being.

Feb 3, 2014

Juliana S.

Your suppose to wash your face and then use a toner then a good moisturizer a good one is Clinique 3 step from wht you described it will help your acne clear up (takes time) it works good luck xoxo.