Being Comfortable With My Makeup-Free Face

I have sensitive skin so I’m often hesitant to try new skin products on my face. Although I’m in my mid-30’s, I still have issues with breakouts. I was hoping to leave that in my teenage years – that and my elastic waist jeans & silk shirts (no, I won’t be sharing a picture). Seriously, if we ladies have to start worrying about fine lines at this age, shouldn’t we be able to leave breakouts in the past?

My skin is very oily and I used to think that I should skip the moisturizers for this reason. I was very wrong! Proper facial moisturizing lotions actually help all skin types – oily, dry or combination skin.

I’ve replaced my regular facial moisturizers with CeraVe AM & PM Facial Moisturizing Lotions and I’ve been really pleased with the results. My skin feels a lot softer and looks healthier. It has also helped even out my skin tone so I no longer worry about red patches on my face. I actually feel comfortable going out to run errands now without having to wear foundation!

I love that the CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion has SPF 30 protection, which has helped prevent sunburns this year. It’s a light lotion that gives adequate coverage without the sticky, heavy feeling that you may feel with other brands. With skin as fair as mine, sunburns are a real concern but I’m happy to report that I’m sunburn-free this summer. I never thought I’d be comfortable sharing a picture like this on the blog but this is my makeup-free face!

I used to be guilty of not washing my face before bed. If I didn’t wear makeup during the day, I just skipped washing and moisturizing for the night. In order to properly put the CeraVe AM & PM Facial Moisturizing Lotions to the test, I started washing my face every night before bed and it has made a huge difference with my breakouts. CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion helps to restore and maintain the natural protective function of the skin barrier. With the patented MVE^® delivery technology, the lotion provides a controlled release of essential ceramides and other skin-nourishing ingredients slowly throughout the night so you wake up with restored & healthy skin.

These products are both really affordable. With both of the moisturizers, a little product goes a long way. I’ve been using both of the products for months now and the bottles still feel like they’re full!

CeraVe® is the first brand to contain the essential ceramides, cholesterol and fatty esters that healthy skin needs, delivered through a patented controlled-release MVE® system over 24 hours. The daily regimen of cleansers and moisturizers helps repair, replenish and protect the skin barrier to leave your skin looking and feeling soft, clean and healthy.

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