I’m 31 and you would think that I would be well past the acne stage by now, but no acne is something I’m dealing with more now than ever before….pouts.

I was reading Shape Magazine (Feb 2010 Issue) and came across some good news for us acne sufferers.

Creams and cleansers that contain probiotics can help you clear up acne. They change the PH of your skin “making it inhospitable for blemish – causing bacteria.” says Tami Meraglia, M.D, a Seattle based physician.

She also recommends taking a probiotic supplement saying:

“And popping a probiotic supplement can enhance the complexion clearing effect.”

Some of the products that were recommended in the article are Clinique Medical Probiotic Cleanser ($28.00) , Epicuren Discovery Acidophilus Probiotic Facial Cream ($60.00) and Sonya Dakar Acidophilus Flora Dietary Supplement ($44.00).

I’m very interested in trying a probiotic cleanser, but they all seem fairly expensive. Do you know of a good Probiotic cleanser? Has anyone tried the Clinique product yet? Any one ever find that taking a probiotic has helped clear up their acne? Please share.

The always beautiful rocker, Gwen Stefani, shared her favorite beauty products for under $40.00 with Glamour magazine this month.

Pantene Pro V Restoratives Time Renewal Shampoo ($5.00 at Target)

“My hairstylist Danilo turned me on to this one. I just do whatever he tells me and hope for the best.”

MAC Prep + Prime Translucent Finishing Powder ($21.00 at Maccosmetics.com)

“This one sits onstage with me!”

Kiehl’s Bath and Body Shower Liquid Body Cleanser Mango ( $16.00 at kiehls.com)

“This reminds me of when I first met Gavin.”

Epicuren Kukui Coconut After Bath Moisturizer ($ 30.00 at epicuren.com)

“I’m a coconut lover!”

I’ve never tried anything from Epicuren that I know of, but that may change. I love coconut as well and this product sounds wonderful.

Kristen McMenamy(44)

Skincare Essential:

Her moisturizer of choice is Luxe Paris.

Exercise Routine:

Hot yoga. “It’s amazing for your complexion. You sweat for an hour and a half. Afterward, I shower and put on jojoba and sesame oils while my skin is still damp.”

Cindy Crawford(43)

Must Have Beauty Product:

Moroccan Oil Treatment

Antiaging Tip:

“Women forget to take care of their decolletage, and it shows their age.” She protects hers and her complexion with Meaningful Beauty, the skin care line she helped create.

Amber Valletta(35)

Skin tip:

SPF is a must. “I live in California, so I wear sunscreen everyday, even if it’s cloudy.”

Skin Care Regimen:

Items from Epicuren, Dermalogica, and Lancer RX.

Claudia Schiffer(39)

Antiaging tip:

“What I eat affects my skin,”she says. “Anything that’s heavy, like dairy or sweets, breaks out my complexion, and it doesn’t look fresh. When I stopped eating dairy, my skin looked nicer.”

Skin saver:

“Fresh carrot or apple juice and water with lemon and ginger help give my skin a healthy look.”

Helena Christensen(40)

Must have product:

Nude Miracle Mask

Go to facialist:

Christine Chin of New York City’s Christine Chin Spa.
“After I get the microdermabrasion and a green tea facial, my skin feels unbelievably soft and dewy.”

What’s your antiaging beauty secret? Please share!