If you know how to formulate your own lotion or cream, Here is what I would do:
Make the glycolic concentration at 10 percent or less.
Make sure that he final product has a pH of 3.5 or greater.
Formulate the product in such a way that it protects the skin from increased sun sensitivity with ingredients such as titanium dioxide, or PABA if you can tolerate it. I would also make sure that your formula includes some Vit. E.
When formulating a cream or lotion, I like to use oils that are high in Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids. Hemp Oil contains approximately 23.1% Omega 3 fatty acids and 55.2% Omega 6 fatty acid. Also vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, D & E.
I have no idea how much Hemp Oil costs but, according to the USDA, Soybean Oil contains 6.8% Omega 3 fatty acids and 51% Omega 6 fatty acids. I would also include Avocado or Soybean Oil. Also include humectants. Glycerin is good. Yes, there are other excellent humectants, but none of them is as cost effective as Glycerin.
From what I read it was recomended that the area needs daily exfoliation and moisturizing. Apparently the skin isn't shedding the sebum, which it is naturally supposed to do, and the pores are getting 'clogged'.
Would you be opposed to trying a sugar scrub? You could keep it very simple such as pure olive oil and sugar of your choosing. Make up a batch with 50% of each. Mix them together and use on the areas that need it the most.
Also, Check out the ingredients here:
http://www.ingredientstodiefor.com/cate ... gory_id=28 or here:
http://www.ingredientstodiefor.com/cate ... ory_id=210 They do have unusual ingredients that might help with your skin condition. Let me know if you need more help.
Irena
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