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Guest Expert of the Week: Renée Rouleau, Plus a Great Giveaway for Readers!

20 July 2010 439 views 30 Comments

Since a lot of our wonderful readers have asked us for skincare advice (and experts), we sat up and took notice. On tap this week (and LIVE today) is Renée Rouleau, celebrity esthetician and trusted skin care expert who has been helping men, women and teens of all ages attain glowing, beautiful skin for more than 20 years. She has two skin care spas in Dallas, TX and an exclusive skin care line based on nine different skin types.

Renée is available to answer your questions LIVE on Facebook for 1 hour on JULY 20th only, from 1:30-2:30pm EST and we’re giving away a special surprise to one lucky reader if you scroll down and read below.

BeautyStat: A lot of our readers complain about their skin and breakouts. Have you seen an increase in this phenomenon? What would you advise them to do?

RR: I definitely see more skin sensitivity, rosacea and increased breakout activity now than I did back in the 1980’s when I became an esthetician. As for breakouts, back then I recall that teens and those in their 20’s were the ones most likely to struggle with blemishes, but now I see women well into their 30’s 40’s and 50’s that still battle breakouts. The words ‘adult acne’ was hardly in the vocabulary back then compared to how often it is used now. I’m sure stress, hormone imbalances and using more potent skin care products than ever before can all play a role.

What to do? I’ll speak specifically for those that are well out of their teens but still struggle with acne breakouts. If you’re breaking out the key is not to use ALL acne products. Many people feel like they need to switch their entire routine to acne products, but that’s over-compensating and will only leave your skin dried out and irritated.

A great way to address the recent breakouts is to switch to a product using Salicylic Acid such as Renée Rouleau AHA/BHA Cleansing Gel. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic beta hydroxy acid (BHA) famous for its ability to:

-Smooth the skin without causing irritation,

-Reduce acne-causing bacteria and oil to prevent blemishes

-Penetrate the pores to help clear out impurities

These properties not only help prevent acne, but also make it an excellent choice for preventing blackheads after a deep pore cleansing facial. For these reasons you’ll usually find Salicylic Acid in cleansers and moisturizers formulated for breakout prone skin as well as in acne spot treatments. It’s a fabulous ingredient with proven results in reducing blemishes. If you’re using a cleanser with Salicylic Acid, make sure it is sulfate-free so it doesn’t leave the skin feeling tight and dry.

BeautyStat: What is your best selling product?

RR: The Anti-Cyst Treatment. It’s been in my line for 18 years and continues to be one of our best sellers. Of all the types of breakouts one can get, cystic acne is the most stubborn and hardest to treat. Traditional spot treatments only leave the skin dry and flakey on the surface, but this product absorbs deep within the skin to dissolve and digest the bacteria and infection for rapid healing. True acne cysts can take anywhere from 2-4 weeks for the body to reabsorb the infection, but by treating the cyst with our Anti-Cyst Treatment, you can get a 50% quicker recovery. It’s also important to note that if someone is prone to cystic acne in the chin and jaw line area, this may be caused from too much dairy in your diet. So cutting back on dairy might really solve this problem!

BeautyStat: What tips does Renée give regarding a skincare routine? Is a routine important? If so, how important? At the very least, everyone should be cleansing, toning and moisturizing morning and night. For the health of the skin, it’s so important to remove dirt, debris, makeup and bacteria on the skin by cleansing and keeping the skin cells hydrated using an alcohol-free toner and moisturizer. A lot of people think that tending to their skin takes a lot of time. But I’ve timed it and it doesn’t take long at all. Washing your face takes 75 seconds, applying toner takes 10 seconds and moisturizing takes 25 seconds. That’s less than two minutes! Be sure your daytime moisturizer has sunblock included in the formula. The next most important additions to a good skin care routine would be to use a gentle facial scrub 2-3 times a week on the face and neck, and apply eye cream at night. (Daytime is optional.)

BeautyStat: What about wrinkles? How early is it to do prevention of wrinkles and aging?

RR: Anti-aging products (particularly those with antioxidants) can start to be used as early as age 21. But here is the important part: it’s important to choose anti-aging products appropriate for your skin type. Many cosmetic companies (not mine, of course) assume those who want anti-aging care must have dry skin so many anti-aging formulas can potentially be pore-clogging. I see young women and men all the time in our skin care spas who still have oil and breakouts, but want to preserve their youthful appearance for as long as they can. Choose formulas that contain Hyaluronic Acid, Stabilized Vitamin C (Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is my favorite type of Vitamin C for sensitive skin), Elderberry Fruit Extract, Glycolic Acid, White Tea Extract and Beta Glucans. And of course, the #1 best anti-aging product in the entire world is sunscreen because the #1 cause of premature aging is from daylight UV exposure. So wearing sunscreen 365 days a year, rain or shine, inside or out (damaging UV rays can penetrate through windows in your home or office) is a must.

Thank you Renée!

GIVEAWAY: All readers who leave a Comment below (ask about your biggest skincare concern and Renee will do her best to answer) AND Share this article with their friends will be entered to win a collection of her ‘top sellers’ (Elderberry Toner, Toning Cloths, Anti-Cyst Treatment, and Matte Moisture) and her newest launch (Luxe Mint Cleansing Gel), worth over $180!!

A winner will be picked at the end of this week. So what are you waiting for?

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30 Comments »

  • Cassie said:

    I have had blackheads on my nose for as long as I can remember. I have tried scrubs, pore strips and cleansers. Can you help?

    # 20 July 2010 at 4:23 pm
  • Pat said:

    Is rosehip oil good for preventing wrinkles around the eye area?
    shared on twitter @pavanco

    # 20 July 2010 at 4:30 pm
  • Deanna G. said:

    What I want to know is: What’s the best way to fade old acne scarring without being too hard on your face? I have pretty sensitive skin.

    (Shared on twitter: http://twitter.com/calidreamin87/status/19006781633)

    # 20 July 2010 at 4:41 pm
  • Dawn H. said:

    I am looking for a good product that will reduce the brown spots from sun damage. I have tried quite a few products and not had any results that were worth the money I paid.

    # 20 July 2010 at 4:45 pm
  • deeann lynch said:

    im at the age were im starting metapose and im getting hot flashes like crazy, is their anything that can help me with keeping my makeup on,as soon as i start here comes the hot flashes. i am a make up junkie love to wear it and play with it .but now i cant keep it on i need help,i use primer on my eyes and skin before i put on my make up but thats not helping,plesae please please i need help thank you so much for your help

    # 20 July 2010 at 4:46 pm
  • Lori said:

    I would like to know how to tell what type of skin you have. I was thinking that I had oiliness only in the t-zone area but now I’m starting to think that it’s everywhere. I just don’t know. Also I would like something to use for redness on the forehead and the nose area. I’ve been using Ginifique by Lancome for a couple of months now and I don’t really see any improvement in my skin, maybe only a little more toned, but that’s it. Any advice you can give will be most helpful. Thank you.

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:03 pm
  • Lori said:

    It’s me again, I have one more thing that I would like to get rid of and that puffiness under that eye, it’s not real bad but it’s still bothersome. Again, thank you for any advice you can give. I shared on Facebook.

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:06 pm
  • Jessica said:

    Hi, I was wondering if you had any skin brightners that aren’t thick and cause acne

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:10 pm
  • Leslie Novak said:

    Hi Renee! I am fourty-nine and a half. I live in Florida and still get small acne bumps at my upper forehead & hairline. I assume it is from sweating and wearing bangs. What causes this and what can I do to prevent and/or treat this affliction?

    Thanks for making the time to help!!

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:21 pm
  • Leslie Novak said:

    What are the white bumps (like whiteheads) that I get near my eyes or eyelids. What can I do to prevent or treat them?

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:24 pm
  • Karen R. said:

    What should I use for the reddish acne scars that I still have from past breakouts?

    Shared on facebook.

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:31 pm
  • johanna said:

    How do I fade dark spots in the summer time without causing further skin damage in the sun?

    thanks :)

    sultansmom mom at gmail dot com

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:42 pm
  • Kristen B. said:

    I have congested skin especially in the t-zone, and the one problem that I hit a brick wall with every time is blackheads. If a product claims to aid in getting rid of or preventing them, you can believe that it’s somewhere in my toiletry cabinet. What is your advice when it comes to blackheads? What product(s) or treatments will help clear my skin of these pesky little buggers?

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:43 pm
  • Toni said:

    Hi What’s the best product for hyperpigmentation from acne? Can acne prone skin exfoliate every day?

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:51 pm
  • Toni said:

    What’s the best foundation for acne prone skin?

    # 20 July 2010 at 5:52 pm
  • Valerie C. said:

    What is the best oil control product and best anti-aging products for my fair/oily/sensitive skin? Thanks!

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:01 pm
  • Valerie C. said:

    I shared on Facebook too :)

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:02 pm
  • Renee Rouleau said:

    @Pat Rosehip is a nice oil and won’t clog the pores but I’m not a fan of using straight oils in the eye area since the pure oil can seep into the eyes and cause unnecessary puffiness which will weaken the elastin fibers of the delicate under eye tissue . Here’s more info to read >

    http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/07/could-your-eye-cream-actually-be-causing-more-wrinkles/

    @Dawn The reason why you have tried other products and they have worked unsuccessfully is because brown spots are hyper sensitive to any sun exposure as well as heat and are extremely difficult to get rid of.

    Avoid rubbing the skin. Read more> http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/10/got-brown-spots-avoid-vigorous-rubbing-of-the-skin/

    Heat causes brown spots. Read more > http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/07/brown-spots-are-made-worse-from-uv-heat-not-just-uv-rays/

    More information > http://www.reneerouleau.com/DiscolorationHyperpigmentation.aspx

    Take the time to read this information as it will really give you some insight! -Renee

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:07 pm
  • adrian said:

    What do you recommend for combination skin?
    Just shared on twitter – here’s the link
    http://twitter.com/smilefest/status/19013206926

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:20 pm
  • Renee Rouleau said:

    @Adrian Do you mean what products do I suggest for combination skin? If so, check out my nine skin types, find one that sounds like yours and it will suggest products. If you have other questions, just ask me here! I’ll be on for a bit longer or email us here > http://www.reneerouleau.com/Contact.aspx

    Check out skin types #2, #3 or #4.

    http://www.reneerouleau.com/Prescription.aspx

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:30 pm
  • Lisa G said:

    I have cystic acne that flares up horribly with dairy. Is there any advice you have in reducing inflammation?

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:32 pm
  • Lisa G said:

    I tweeted

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:35 pm
  • Carol said:

    Renee, what is your favorite anti-inflammatory ingredient that anyone with advanced Rosacea should use to calm daily flare-ups?

    (Sharing this on Facebook as we speak….err I type.)

    # 20 July 2010 at 6:40 pm
  • Johanna said:

    What skin care routine do u suggest for ppm age 30 with no lines and do not spend time in the sun?

    # 20 July 2010 at 7:06 pm
  • Renee Rouleau said:

    @Cassie The reason why you’ve tried every product under the sun to remove blackheads and none of them work is simply because

    products don’t remove blackheads. Read this blog post for helpful tips
    > http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/12/whats-the-best-remedy-for-removing-blackheads/

    @Deanna G. I’m assuming you mean acne scars like little indents inthe skin? If so, What Your Skin Needs Is Exfoliation And Hydration

    If you were to take a piece of wood and hit it with a hammer, you would make an indentation in the wood. To smooth out the dent, a little sandpaper would make the dent less noticeable. The same rules apply with the skin. Acne scars are indentations in the skin, so by “sanding” down the skin with super exfoliators, the lines and wrinkles will be less deep, and therefore, less noticeable. It’s truly that simple! Once the skin is exfoliated, you should then focus on giving the skin intensive hydration to fill the cells with moisture so the scars are plumped up.
    Read this for tips on how to safely exfoliate for sensitive skin > http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/12/facial-scrubs-irritate-my-skin-how-can-i-safely-exfoliate/

    If you mean red or dark marks that breakouts have left behind, exfoliation will help too. Read this > http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/10/did-your-blemish-leave-you-with-a-red-or-dark-mark/

    # 20 July 2010 at 10:01 pm
  • Renee Rouleau said:

    @Carol Lichochalcone, for sure! Found in this product > http://www.reneerouleau.com/Anti-RednessTreatment.aspx

    Here’s tips for rosacea > http://blog.reneerouleau.com/2009/11/common-rosacea-triggers%E2%80%94important-info-to-know/

    @Johanna Take a look at our nine skin types and it will suggest products! :) http://reneerouleau.com/Prescription.aspx

    For more skin care questions, contact us here! http://www.reneerouleau.com/Contact.aspx

    # 20 July 2010 at 10:18 pm
  • vikki polanski said:

    can a cysty person such as myself develop a skin cyst from their face to the top of their head? one has appeared in the center of my hair part and I dont know if its carried over acne.would your product help that?

    # 21 July 2010 at 7:43 am
  • Esther Palestino said:

    Why do i get an awful rash on my arms after I’m exposed in the sun?, (i do use a SPF cream) this rash look like very dry bumps and they itch, what can i do or what are they? someone told me it was sun poisoning! not sure if it’s true.
    Thanks!

    # 22 July 2010 at 5:28 am
  • Starla Paulus said:

    I would like to use an eye cream with an SPF but every one I’ve tried burns my eyes. Any other options out there?

    # 23 July 2010 at 1:04 am
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    # 25 February 2011 at 11:12 am

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