Skincare 101

Okay ladies,
so, you want to take care your skin? First off, think of everything you are currently using. it should be no more than 5 products, preferably not even all at the same time. Then, think of your skin type. The different types are normal, dry, oily, and combination. You should be careful of what you put on your face, because too many products just cause breakouts. You should also try to stick to natural and organic remedies and products as much as possible, because products with ingredients like silicone, talc, and parabens can actually cause allergic reactions, breakouts, and are sometimes not very safe in the long term. Research a few products and read reviews on what works for your budget and skin type. Your skin type will make or break a product. A product with lots of oils is bad news for oily skin, and drying products like tea tree oil (an oil that isn't oily!!!) are very drying, and so bad for dry skin. Combination skin is hard, but more and more companies are releasing combination skin products.
Watch what's in your makeup too! My number one product to avoid is Talc, as it clogs pores and causes breakouts. However, I will readily admit that many, if not all, of my eyeshadows have talc, because I do not find breakouts a problem on my eyelids :) however, pressed powders should be talc free. This will cost quite a bit extra, but you will be happier with the products results. Try to go at least 2 days a week with little or no makeup, and always remove it before bed!
My skin care agenda goes like this: (I have normal skin)
Morning: wash face gently with damp NORWEX facecloth. These cloths are magic, I swear. A little water and these chemical free, soft cloths wash everything off of your face. http://www.norwex-products-online.com/catalog/item/6414321/6242619.htm There's a link, and honestly, ask your parents if you can get a package of them. 100000% worth it.
Scrub face with Clean 'n' Clear face cleanser. It's in a blue bottle, and the front talks about how clean and tingly it makes your face feel. I agree. It's perfect for mornings.

Evening: Gently wash face with NORWEX cloth
Remove makeup with makeup remover (Whatever I have, generally Lid-care makeup remover)
Gently lather face with Aveeno face cleanser for acne-prone skin
Dry face
Apply a few drops of tea tree oil to a puffy cotton ball. Gently buff into T-zone (the chin, nose, and forehead)

-Daily is everything in skincare. Once you find something that really works, keep an extra bottle of it around.
-Try to keep it drugstore, you'll have more access to it and save some money

Whew! Long post!
Love,
Oohlala