Question:
Which one?
I am 16 yo, quite dry skin, some oily areas, may get a little red after shaving, and may get some pimples now and then.
I am standing between Shiseido (not sure about either the emulsion or the gel), Clarins Man Moisturizer
(either gel or balm, here too), Dermalogica's Active Moist, Biotherm's Hydra-Detox, or Niveas Sensitive Lotion.
Any opinions on which to get?

Answer:
Standard speech here I guess...
Best bet is not to skip ahead right into a moisturizer...
Better to try and clean/clear up the source and work up to a moisturizer if it's really needed
1. Good face wash (Glycolic Acid,Salicylic Acid a must)
2. Wash at least twice (when you get up and always right before bed) a day
3. Add an astringent/toner to your routine.. this will help with pimples, oil, and post shaving
4. Give this a couple weeks and if.. at that time your face is still dry.. spring for a very light moisturizer
Try and go for low or no alcohol everything.. it will defintly dry your face out..
Other brands to consider:
Baxter of California
Anthony Logistics
MenScience

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I do all of these steps; cleansing with L'oreal purezone morning and evening, tone with Lancome Tonique Douceur/ Clinique Clarifying Lotion, and then use a moisturizer - morning and evening

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For the shaving part,
Shave in the shower or right after.
Use very hot water and make sure your face is good and wet.
Make sure you shave with the grain. That's mostly down except for the bottom of your neck.
Use non-alcohol cream/gel. I just started Zirh shave gel and like it alot.
Possibly use something to prepare your skin if it's really bad.
Also consider a less closer shave. Some of these superclose razor can really irritate your skin. I've used some sensitive skin razors in the past. Right now, I just use Gillette CustomPlus disposables.
I've just started using Zirh Correct and Zirh Protect. So far, they seem good, but I'd hate to recommend them so soon.

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Originally Posted by keeg Which one?
I am 16 yo, quite dry skin, some oily areas, may get a little red after shaving, and may get some pimples now and then.
I am standing between Shiseido (not sure about either the emulsion or the gel), Clarins Man Moisturizer * *
(either gel or balm, here too), Dermalogica's Active Moist, Biotherm's Hydra-Detox, or Niveas Sensitive Lotion.
Any opinions on which to get? First of all, I'm so sorry I haven't answered your message. I was going to think about recommendations and then totally forgot about it.
It would help to know what you wash your face with right now. A gentle cleanser is key. Do you use anything for your pimples and is this a big concern for you?
Meanwhile I would really recommend one of Dermalogica's Travel Kits. They contain travel sizes of a complete skincare routine. The one for normal/oily skin has the Active Moist.


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You asked for a recommendation for a moisturizer.
This is what to get:
Complex 15 Therapeutic Moisturizing Face Cream (lotion)
http://www.drugstore.com/products/pr...UY-PLST-0-SRCH

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Originally Posted by Concord [quote author=keeg link=1141934420/0#0 date=1141934419]Which one?
I am 16 yo, quite dry skin, some oily areas, may get a little red after shaving, and may get some pimples now and then.
I am standing between Shiseido (not sure about either the emulsion or the gel), Clarins Man Moisturizer
(either gel or balm, here too), Dermalogica's Active Moist, Biotherm's Hydra-Detox, or Niveas Sensitive Lotion.
Any opinions on which to get? First of all, I'm so sorry I haven't answered your message. I was going to think about recommendations and then totally forgot about it.
It would help to know what you wash your face with right now. A gentle cleanser is key. Do you use anything for your pimples and is this a big concern for you?
Meanwhile I would really recommend one of Dermalogica's Travel Kits. They contain travel sizes of a complete skincare routine. The one for normal/oily skin has the Active Moist.
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I wash my face with L'Oreal Purezone Exfoliating Wash... I know it's not gentle, but it I've tried dozens of other cleansers, which didn't do the job as well as the Purezone; totally free from acne, only a few pimples now and then.
About the shaving, I use Nivea Sensitive Shaving Gel, and Mach 3 Power..I have to shave against the grain, since a 16 y.o. beard is softer than an adult's...

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Originally Posted by MadScientist You asked for a recommendation for a moisturizer.
This is what to get:
Complex 15 Therapeutic Moisturizing Face Cream (lotion)
http://www.drugstore.com/products/pr...UY-PLST-0-SRCH I live in Norway and prefer buying it from a shop, but thanks anyway:P

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Originally Posted by keeg [quote author=MadScientist link=1141934420/0#5 date=1142000759]You asked for a recommendation for a moisturizer.
This is what to get:
Complex 15 Therapeutic Moisturizing Face Cream *(lotion)
http://www.drugstore.com/products/pr...UY-PLST-0-SRCH I live in Norway and prefer buying it from a shop, but thanks anyway:P[/quote]
The link was to show you the product and let you read reviews. It is also available in various drugstores and other shops in the US. I don't know about its availability in Europe however.

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Re: shaving
I would suggest you switch to a two pass shave style if you really feel the need to be ultra clean/close
Lather, shave with grain
very hot rinse
Lather, shave against the grain
very hot then very cold rinse
Shaving with first will clear much of the hair leaving only a layer of stuble to tackle against the grain..
this greatly reduces irritation and makes the whole process a lot more enjoyable.
Eventually you should look into shavebrush and old school cream.. it's been a great help to
my face and my shave.