>>18267846
I shave my testicles and shaft every 1-2 days in the shower after applying shampoo. Quick and simple.

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>>18266890
>So are toners and exfoliants the same thing?
nope, there are creams and serums out there that can exfoliate too
>The OP seems to list them interchangeably and under the same recommendation list.
yeah sorry these are kind of old and i will probably drop them from OP at some point but at the moment they make people post and thus bump the thread
>>18267181
their toners are mostly hydrating which is an alternative to western toners that are basically astringents (opposite of hydrating)
their sunscreens are great and have the modern filters. this is due to the local low they have. once a new filter is developed or incorporated into a product, it is pretty easy/quick process to get it approved and thus reducing time to market. reformulations in existing products are also common because of it
just make sure there is no alcohol in ingredients and you good
>>18267772
nta but shrinking pores is usually benefit of BHA (salicylic acid)
AHA i believe works a bit deeper in the skin (correct me if im wrong) depending on which one you choose (glycolic going the most deep as it is lowest molecular size). but if you have sensitive skin go with something like lactic acid as it is not that harsh and is actually moisturizing
>I dont have acne but my skin still doesnt look smooth and I feel like I have open/visible pores.
if you dont mind using sunscreen - get aha + bha toner like COSRX - AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner (AHA requires you to use suncreen)
if you mind using sunscreen - get bha toner or serum or cream or whatever
if i were you though i would first get the usual trinity of skincare gigachad gods which is sunscreen, moisturizer and a retinoid (and cleanser i guess). give it some time to work, use them regularly, then reassess your needs after 2 months. unless you already have a routine then post it
>>18267804
really good stuff, i have nothing to add
how do you like copper peptides and the toner?
>>18267860
do you apply cold water on balls before shaving?

>>18267846
never had much need to shave my balls. yeah, 'commando corduroy' is what they used to call me. practically shaved themselves

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>>18267846
This instead of all that gay shit.

The two-finger sunscreen rule: is that just for my face or for my face and neck?
Because if I apply it only to my face I look all greasy but if I apply it to my face and the front of my neck I look fine once it dries. I use a little extra to hit the back of my neck since I don't want to spread it out too much.

>>18267846
This is my stack bros. Can I do better?

>Tretinoin
>La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
>La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser

Money isn't an issue as long as suggestions work.

>>18267883
>if i were you though i would first get the usual trinity of skincare gigachad gods which is sunscreen, moisturizer and a retinoid (and cleanser i guess). give it some time to work, use them regularly, then reassess your needs after 2 months. unless you already have a routine then post it

at the moment my routine is super basic, just cleanse then moisturise and exfoliate 2-3 times a week

i can get sunscreen for sure

what retinoid do you suggest if i am just trying one out for the first time?

thanks

>>18267970
Are you using these things in the posted order? Because cleanser after moisturizer is absurd.
Assuming reverse posted order (which makes perfect sense) this looks good though I'd advise you to move retinoids to the PM and upgrade to an SPF 50+ sunscreen. For me it's Purito Soft Touch Daily sunscreen since it's sweat-resistant, but shop around. You haven't posted skin type or concerns so I can't help much more than that.

How I would do your routine if all I had were those products:

AM:
Rinse face
Moisturizer

PM:
Cleanser
Tret
Moisturizer (I personally use my sunscreen as moisturizer in the AM and use a heavier more occlusive moisturizer in the PM). I'm a drier skin type and not acne-prone though.

>>18268229 (Me)
>Moisturizer
I said "moisturizer" when I meant "moisturizing sunscreen" since that's what your moisturizer is. To be clear, retinoids or not, sunscreen is probably the one true skincare non-negotiable.

>>18267883
>do you apply cold water on balls before shaving?
I see how it could be useful by making the sack contract, making for a potentially easier shave.
But no, I use hot water. Oh and I always go with the grain on the shaft. The surroundings I trim down to 3mm.

>>18268246
>go with the grain
Since we're talking about shaving, I'll mention that I go with the grain on my face too. I tried against the grain once and it was visibly a closer shave but I got a shitload of razor bumps.
I don't fuck with shaving my balls though. I just trim my ball and pubic hair, I feel like sticking a razor anywhere down there is asking for trouble.
I'd also advise you to avoid putting shampoo on your cock and balls. Consider shaving cream/gel instead. The skin is way more sensitive than even face skin.

Question: Is there a difference between cerave cream (the tub one) and lotion? I have dry skin.

Another question: what is your guy’s opinion on alcohol in sunscreen? Yes, no?

>>18268814
For me alcohol in skincare is a hard no, ESPECIALLY for leave-on products that I use every day. It dries out the skin, damages the skin barrier, and over time will age you.

>>18267996
>exfoliate 2-3 times a week
What product do you use? Physical exfolitation is bad for the skin.

>>18268229
Thanks anon. Yeah so to be more specific I do

AM:
Rinse face
Cleanser
Moisturizer

If it's hot, I'll reapply the moisturizer midday for sunscreen purposes

PM:
Tret

I should probably take the "cleanse and moisturize at night too" pill.

My only issue is acne scars, but they aren't that bad. I mostly just want to take care of my skin as much as I can from this point on. I'm always paranoid that I putting shit on my face that's only going to make things worse.

>>18269014
Most recently I used the Paulas Choice one from the OP, why would that be bad? :(

>>18268958
Thanks for clarifying

>>18269072
Chemical exfoliants like the Paula's choice are fine when used responsibly (which it sounds like you are). Physical exfoliation is when you use rough surfaces or grainy products to scrape away the dead skin cells and it leaves micro-tears and other irritation on the skin.

Has anyone had a lower eyelid correction to get rid of their under-eye bags? I'm 30 and thinking of finally getting one as no amount of cream or injections is going to make it better.

redditors say that epilating and sugar waxing makes the hair grow back much less, but isn't it equivalent to plucking? i'm half asian and i've plucked my pubes for probably 5 years and they grow back thicker than ever, it's extremely uncomfortable and time consuming to remove. i used tens of thousands of flashes with an IPL device on my legs and pubes and got promising results initially (on the legs only, not pubes) but i stopped doing it because the hair growth was just obscene at the time with hairs growing thick in new places so it was basically a futile attempt to keep plasting it with IPL just to stagnate the growth at best instead of removing the hair.

>>18269192
Ah okay yeah I only ever used a chemical exfoliant.

Any moisturizer and toner recommendation for oily skin with seborrhea (but no acne)?

I'm using CeraVe Smoothing Cleanser right now for exfoliating and cleanser. But have no moisturizer.

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Which lip balm do you use ?

>>18270042
Aquaphor tub

>>18270050
The entire tub? I use the lip tube to avoid unnecessary contact

>>18270055
No silly I just swipe some with my finger from the tub and apply to lips

I took a four-week break from all skincare products and experienced incredibly dry skin, but nearly all of my acne cleared up. For a year, I had been juggling various cleansers and moisturizers, and finally decided to give my skin a rest. After the break, I gradually reintroduced a cleanser and moisturizer, and now my skin is the best it's been in a long time. I'm sharing my experience in hopes that others might achieve similar results. For reference, my skin type is combination/dry.

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>>18269553
It really shouldn't have any affect on your hair growth. If you feel like it was really growing in thicker/more after that time period, you likely had something else 'change' during that time (hormonal imbalance of some kind or another.)


Since moving to this new house 6 months ago, mine and my partner's entire bodies are breaking out in massive, oily cystic acne.

The only options left at this point are
>Water quality.
>Hidden mold or mite issue?
>Air quality, since the house is on a main road with car exhausts blowing up all day every day.

It's so bad, anons. I have more pus than blood left in me. I'm going to try to find a professional service to check our water and look for mold asap.

Is there a difference between skincare advertising its function/s as "brightening", "lightening", "whitening", or "glowing", or are they used interchangeably? I am pale and do not want to use any products that will make me lighter as any bit of redness or blotching on my face stands out more. What ingredients should I avoid?

Is tea tree oil legit? If so how much/little do I apply and where on the face? Eg on or away from acne zones?

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>>18270042
I've tried half the items in your pic. Been using this every night before bed for years now. Keeps my DSL's nice & juicy. Definitely the best I've found.

Alright friends so I have now got;

>cleanser
>moisturizer
>exfoliant
>retinoid
>sunscreen

so in the morning should I just do cleanser and sunscreen? moisturizer plus sunscreen feels like overkill?

then at night

>cleanse
>retinoid
>moisturize

and occasionally use the exfoliant once or twice per week?

my main goal is for my skin to be smoother/tighter i dont really get spots often but i want that smooth skin look

>>18270763
I wouldn't use cleanser twice a day. Morning sunscreen, night cleanser (to remove the sunscreen) plus moisturizer, insert retinol before moisturizer 3 days a week or every other day. I wouldn't use retinol daily specially when starting out.

>>18267846
Is argan oil a psyop? it doesn’t help my hair, what’s the best hair moisturizer?

>>18270957
oh sorry, wrong general

>>18270860
Thanks :)

I just applied Retinoid for the first time and my skin already looks better, is this some sort of magic serum?

>>18271204
It's one of the skincare GOATs for sure but it can do damage up to chemically burning you if you don't ease into it. The damage can take a week or two to manifest in the form of skin peeling.
If you are just starting retinoids, start with three times a week, then after maybe 3 weeks go up to every other day, then after 3 weeks of that, you can go to nightly. Don't apply it twice a day.

Once you're adjusted to it, though, it increases cell turnover and makes your face brighter, and it stimulates collagen production to make your face smoother, and it tightens pores and regulates sebum production. It's a wonderful product.

>>18271336
Thanks for the advice

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Rate mine?
I'm not big into skin care, but I try to keep my skin clean as much as I can.
The little brown tube is basically an anti-acne/blemish toning and curing cream.

It says one tube of Differin is a 30 day supply but I'm almost done with week 3 and there's plenty left in the tube even though I've been applying nightly.
I usually apply just enough to spread on my face before it gets dry and tacky. Do I need to use more or are those labels a trick to get me to buy more?

i dont really get red spots very often but i get little white spots around my nose/forehead maybe every few days, what does this mean and how can i prevent it?

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What's the deal with ginger? Anyone tried products with it?

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23268563/
>Human skin protects the body from mechanical and chemical damages, and skin wound healing is a costly procedure and worldwide issue. A Zingiber officinale compound, 6-dehydrogingerdione (6-DG), is presented as a novel biofunctional healing agent for human skin wound repair. The effectiveness on cell growth/migration, growth factor, collagen amount, and enzymatic activity was assessed. 6-DG treatment accelerated cellular proliferation and migration dose-dependently. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) showed that 6-DG brought about higher growth factor productions on transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β), platelet-derived growth factor-αβ (PDGF-αβ), and vascular endothelial growth factors (VEGF). Under phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) incubation, 6-DG increased fibroblast collagen yield obviously, reduced matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1) protein expression, and recovered tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 (TIMP-1) secretion. 6-DG also blocked the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway by suppressing c-Jun protein levels and extracellular signal-regulated kinases (ERK) phosphorylation in fibroblasts. From all of the above, 6-DG has potential to be a novel agent for human skin repair.

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>>18267883
>nope, there are creams and serums out there that can exfoliate too
i've been exfoliating weekly with TO Peeling Solution for about two months now, but it doesn't really do much anymore and i'm pretty sure the remainder of the bottle my sister gave me expired (opened two years ago)
is there any better exfoliant that can get rid of my bumps or should i just buy that peeling solution again?
here's my routine
AM:
cerave foaming cleanser
cerave moisturizing lotion am
skin1004 water fit sun serum
PM:
same cleanser
cerave resurfacing retinol serum
weekly TO peeling solution

What's the redpill on dry eye issues from long term tret/retinoid use? Using adapalene for about a year, what else should I be using for mild smile and forehead lines?

>>18269553
the thinking behind that is that repeated pulling of the hair can damage follicles over time. i've heard of IPL causing paradoxical hair growth especially in non-europeans

>>18271408
Solid basic routine. Integrate a sunscreen in the AM. Often sunscreen is a good enough moisturizer too, unless your skin's particularly dry.

Are you Polish btw? Or at least in the EU? Do you mind trying the Pharmaceris Spectrum Sun Cream and giving a review? Specifically, I want to know if it dries shiny/greasy because if it dries non-shiny, it's literally a holy grail product for me.
I ask because I don't live in the EU and I want to make sure it's as good as it sounds before I eat the debilitating import fees that I'll incur for it.

Remember the two-finger rule for sunscreen too.

trying to get into using sunscreen more regularly, started with the cerave SPF 30 am one and not 100% of the time but pretty frequently it burns the shit out of my face and leaves it a little red. i don't really have the same problem from the regular cerave moisturizer i use or adapalene. it also pills really bad and looks like shit on my skin
what are some other sunscreens worth trying?

>>18272681
>sunscreen burns my face
>the moisturizer doesn't
First step is take a look at what ingredients are in the sunscreen but not the moisturizer. Try to figure out which ingredients you're sensitive to.
Secondly, avoid any sunscreen that uses both mineral and chemical filters. They interfere with each other and make the sunscreen less effective and more irritating.
Sunscreen worth trying:
Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen
Purito Seoul Daily Soft Touch
Neutrogena Sheer Zinc
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Sunscreen
Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen

Octocrylene in particular can cause skin irritation and burning on exposure to light (yes, this kind of defeats the purpose of being a sunscreen, it's a terrible filter). Look for octocrylene and oxybenzone free sunscreens. North American chemical sunscreens fucking suck because they refuse to approve newer filters so we're stuck with obsolete filters from the 70s. Oxybenzone in particular there is no excuse for continuing to use that shit.

What's the harshest soap I can buy off the shelf? I need something strong for my feet. I'm considering even using dish soap.

>>18272693
>need something strong for my feet.
What's wrong with them? If it's fungal you could consider something like ketoconazole shampoo.
In general when it comes to skin though, unless you need to "reset" and purge something like fungus, consistency is better than intensity. Deal with your foot issue then get something like a soothing body wash and make sure to wash your feet every single day.

>>18272694
It's fungus. I have it mostly on the defensive using anti-fungal creams, but it always wants to come back. I barely ever wear socks and shoes, so it's not a moisture/fresh-air problem.

Alright ladies and gents, give me the rundown on benzoyl peroxide for mild face and moderate back/ass acne
>I never suffer irritation from products. Is there any reason not to go for 10% over 5%? If 10% does more harm than good, I'd roll with 5%
>Do you apply it before a shower, during or after? Heard it shouldn't be rinsed off but the archives mention other uses
>Pea-sized amounts to rub onto each acne spot with a finger? Or spread it on a back-scrubber and thoroughly dig it all across the back?
>Would you apply something like a Cera Ve foam before applying BP?

Mineral sunscreens make me look more pale than I already am.

This may sound like a stupid question, but when doing cleansers - after lathering it on my face do I wait or immediately wash it down?

>>18267894
Putting fat from cow's ass on your face is the most gay thing past 10 threads I'm afraid

>>18273065
I have this issue with them too. I tried a few including Neutrogena "Sheer" Zinc and it made me look like I had anemia. It's not just an issue for brown people.
I think maybe ones that have a lower zinc oxide concentration (they'll have some titanium dioxide to compensate but their combined concentration is still lower than zinc-only) MIGHT be better for it but I haven't found one I like. I also don't like the way titanium has slightly worse UVA coverage than zinc and the low overall concentration of filters gives me pause.
I just stick to chemical sunscreen. Sucks that it makes me look shiny but I can control that with powder.

Does whatisinmyjar's sunscreen finder work for anyone? Or is it just broken and they refuse to take it down?

>>18273078
Depends on the type of cleanser, the instructions on the bottle should tell you. But generally it's a lather and rinse off right away situation. The only time you'd let it sit is if there's some active ingredient that needs to absorb.

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>>18267957
depends on your skin, surface of your face, product itself
if it dries for too long then probably include neck
>>18267970
hopefully the moisturizer has spf50
if not, get sunscreen with spf50
>Can I do better?
post your goals (acne, anti aging, large pores etc) so we can advise
>>18267996
>exfoliate
post product. i see you mentioned paulas choice >>18269072 but you are posting manufacturer desu. paulas choice have many exfoliants
>what retinoid do you suggest if i am just trying one out for the first time?
cerave resurfacing retinol serum
>>18268246
>>18268249
finally good posts on shaving down there. thank you anons
>>18268765
i believe cream is heavier and lotion is lightweight and oil free. be sure to check inci list as it could differ between regions (as well as translations)
>>18268814
absolutely nope. alcohol = drying


on a side note i cant post my large replies anymore as apparently they are recognized as a spam when i hit post button. what a retarded feature

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>>18269048
if you are not cleansing in pm after wearing spf thats bad. your skin does not rest properly and you might reduce efficacy of the rest of your routine
>I'm always paranoid that I putting shit on my face that's only going to make things worse.
well you use tret so you already know the drill desu. unless you are allergic to certain ingredients or dont tolerate them?
>>18269290
i was proposed nucleofill light eyes but passed
>>18269723
i can recommend this vid but not sure if these are fine to use with seborrhea
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hevaszImfJk
>>18270042
i only put moisturizer on my lips desu
>>18270148
sometimes a break can produce good results for your body. fasting is another example that a break is clinically proven to sometimes help
>>18270209
if your diet has not changed then water quality is a good candidate. one of the Doctorly guys (yt channel) said he saw common symptoms between many patients in some state he temporarily moved into i think. he suspected bad water quality and he started using bottled water only on his face

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>>18270489
not sure if they are internationally and lawfully defined to use in skincare business so it probably varies between companies or even products
>I am pale and do not want to use any products that will make me lighter as any bit of redness or blotching on my face stands out more. What ingredients should I avoid?
honestly i think you should avoid hydroquinone only but you can check out a few vids regarding sun damage, discoloration, hyperpigmentation and avoid these ingredients (retinoids, AHA, niacinamide, azelaic acic, benzoyl peroxie etc)
>>18270620
not sure if pure tea tree oil should be applied to skin. dilute it first in moisturizer (try one drop first just to be safe) or some kind of oil if you have. patch test first
but yes tea tree is a proven anti-inflammatory ingredient and more
>>18270763
post exfoliant so we can advise better
>>18271204
nta but if skincare companies began actively advertising retinoids, they would likely have to withdraw 90% of their product portfolios from the market. most of these products contain ingredients like "golden peptides" or "botanical extracts from some fancy organic plant" grown in "urban gardens," which lack scientific justification. these ingredients often serve as marketing gimmicks to lure consumers in with the latest tiktok trends
>>18271408
get sunscreen at least. if you want more, consider retinol
>>18271991
from my experience and from my derms advice a super thin layer of adapalene is enough, anything more can only cause irritation and not necessarily be more effective. but if it works for you, use more, just be careful with skin peeling and redness.
as for detoriation, it depends on the product (formulation, packaging). some people bin expired skincare products with no exceptions, others use it on their body on a part that is not visible when they go out
>>18272088
checked
post routine just in case you use anything comedogenic
review diet (remove processed food, dairy, stuff with added sugar)

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>>18272189
it has anti inflammatory properties. havent used anything with ginger but some time ago there was an anon saying chamomile calmed down his acne or something (has anti-inflammatory properties too)
>Anyone tried products with it?
nope but beaty of joseon has something with ginger i think
>>18272207
>get rid of my bumps
can you post them so we can advise better? or post pic from google images with something similar
>(opened two years ago)
mine TO peeling solution says its good for 12 months after opening. does it still sting you after application?
also in my region they sell fakes of this exact product
>>18272321
>What's the redpill on dry eye issues from long term tret/retinoid use?
i sometimes get dry eye but i think its from staring at monitor for 12 hours a day
>Using adapalene for about a year, what else should I be using for mild smile and forehead lines?
anything that stimulates collagen production (vitamin c serum, glycolic acid in high dosage, copper peptides)
>>18272704
have you been to derm
>>18273045
>I never suffer irritation from products. Is there any reason not to go for 10% over 5%? If 10% does more harm than good, I'd roll with 5%
5% is as effective as 10%, but 10% will be more irritating. i think 2,5% is fine too (used in epiduo)
>Do you apply it before a shower, during or after? Heard it shouldn't be rinsed off but the archives mention other uses
you should leave it on afterwards but there are BP washes like panoxyl which are also effective
>Pea-sized amounts to rub onto each acne spot with a finger?
too much. use less just to cover the spot slightly if you are starting and see how it goes over time
>Would you apply something like a Cera Ve foam before applying BP?
it is advised to use skincare products on a clear skin but you dont need to use facial cleanser on your back

important note: benzoyl peroxide will bleach your clothes or anything it comes in contact with. if its problematic for you, consider azelaic acid instead

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>>18273078
check package for instructions
i usually rub it in for 20-30 seconds before rinsing off though
>>18273213
interesting website, never used it before, thanks

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If I have dark eye circles because the skin under my eyes is really thin, would it help to use something like hyaluronic acid?
Or should I suck it up and start using concealer?

I'm a guy btw.

>>18273319
Arigato

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>>18273319
mine are similar to these, it's more texture than bumps, as for the solution it still stings and i got it from Sephora so i assume it's legit

>>18273446
bump

>>18273290
>avoid these ingredients (retinoids, AHA, niacinamide, azelaic acic, benzoyl peroxie etc)
Thank you based asian chick poster.

How to get rid of sleep lines on forehead. Or at least prevent them growing more.

Sleep on back isnt an option.

Should I get some cream or some sort of device to wear?

>>18273319
>have you been to derm
Yes, a couple, years ago
First one would only prescribe some antifungal cream that didn't do anything more than the otc stuff. Second one prescribed the antifungal pills (terbinafine I think), which worked a bit, but not enough. They have a high risk of liver damage, so couldn't take them too long, and the fungus eventually returned.
Lately, I've been washing with the same gentle-ish soap I use on the rest of my body, and I can feel the fungus coming back. I was using ivory soap before, which is pretty harsh, but I think I am going to try dish soap for a while. Just on my feet.

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>>18273446
really doubt hyaluronic acid will do anything in this case
topically, look for ingredients that thicken skin. glycolic acid and retinoids come to mind. how much these will help depends on your case. i had thin skin under eyes since forever and retinoids + the ordinary 30% AHA peel 1-2 times a week resulted in maybe one shade (5%?) lighter
again, as i mentioned in other post i was recommended procedure but passed. if you want to get something more effective, ask a professional for procedure recommendations. it will also probably be cheaper in the long run and less straining for your skin
also here is Doctorly video about this if you havent seen already
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74eZe8KsHsw
>>18273665
normally I would advise AHA and retinoids for this but you are already using those.
how long has it been like this? im just guessing at this point but its possible you might shed this layer of skin in the near future.
someone else might give you better advice. i can only suggest youtube channels like dr Dray or Doctorly for further research. here might be a good start desu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxIECnsT4L4
simply going to a derm might also help
>as for the solution it still stings and i got it from Sephora so i assume it's legit
if it stings then it probably still works but i would still replace it with a new bottle and see how that goes, just in case. fortunately its not as expensive as skinceuticals products
>>18273768
forgot vitamin c. avoid that too
>>18274159
if you mean pic related thats tough, ask a professional for recommendations. probably some kind of fillers but i doubt anything topical will make a significant change
>>18274180
i can only suggest to go back to your derm or go to some other one if you were not satisfied. pretty sure you can find one that will be able to help you but it obviously takes time and effort. maybe other anons can advise better. lastly, try reddit skincare communities

>>18273246
>i can recommend this vid but not sure if these are fine to use with seborrhea
Thanks a lot. I got a bit impatient and already got myself CeraVe Foaming Cleanser (which they recommended as well in the video) and for moisturizer I got CeraVe Oil Control Moisturizing Gel-Cream (which was not featured in the video). I'll try the products from suggested video next. Thanks a lot anon.

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The receipt checker at Costco told me I was going to be so pretty after I bought some moisturizer
I'm a 28 year old man

>>18274159
tretinoin

>>18274515
Costco skincare stuff is so expensive though it all seems scammy as fuck, with do-everything creams and serums throwing every buzzword on their packaging hoping you buy it

Double cleansing with Micellar Water: Do I actually need to use cotton pads? I've just been using my hands. I wash and dry them first, of course.

Do any Americans ITT have experience buying products from the EU? What websites should I check out and is it true that you get fucked on import/customs fees in ways that the K-Beauty sites don't?

>>18275604
i dont think you get scrutinized for import duties or taxes on anything as an american unless your declared value is over $800 USD and even then there's lots of exceptions, realistically you'll only get import duties if the package is over $2000 declared value, since that's a commercial shipment and not for anything personal use.

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>>18267846
i bought a bottle of pic related. how do i use this shit? i put water on my beard and then put a little bit of this on, looks like i have shaving cream or some shit all over my face. am i supposed to just rinse it out? does it even do anything at that point?

>>18267846
Are hot baths good or bad for skin?

Where can I read online about good skincare routines for boyslave femboy faggots who want to be soft and smooth and eerily fuckable

Why am I getting skintags suddenly? Like little ones around my eyes. What can I do to stop this?

>>18276872
just follow skincare routines for women and block DHT and testosterone depending on how much you dislike being male.

High frequency wand or acne vacuum?

>>18277542
women often do stupid things for no reason so I'm wary of their skincare routines - a lot of them have terrible skin under the makeup

i'll look into it and compare/contrast with the stuff at the top of this thread ig

>>18277972
Look into skincare channels on youtube aimed at women too. Look for ones that are actual dermatologists. I watch some of their videos as a man because a lot of their tips are useful regardless of sex but they definitely do content geared specifically toward women trying to look feminine.

>>18278111
checked
anybody in particular you've found?
the repeated travesties of modern credentialism make it very difficult to dive into a new domain and quickly get a sense of who actually knows what the hell is going on

>regardless of sex
definitely - I'm sure most people want to have smooth, unblemished skin to start with. you can always throw more dirt on later, or tan a lot, if you want to look like a construction worker or something

Moon Brah routine just dropped

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrXrF82Jv_0

>>18278180
Holy shit... I heard about this on /fit/. It was just an allergic reaction to donor fat or something, right? Is his face fucked up for good?
Imagine dedicating your life to anti-aging and longevitymaxxing and then you fuck your face up permanently with a botched procedure.

Credit where it's due, this guy redpilled me on "staying young is a million times easier than getting young".

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How can I get rid of this shit or make it less noticeable. I think these are my pores?
I'm tired of having pizza face at 30

What's a basic face routine?
I do
>Cleanser
>witch hazel
>face lotion/cream.
Is this good?

>>18278704
>What's a basic face routine?
Sunscreen in the morning, cleanser and moisturizer in the afternoon.
>Is this good?
No.

how to fix deep nodular acne and how dangerous are acne shots from the pov of long term usage?
Also, is the 'acne region in face' and possible health issue map legit or bs?

is there anything to help with waxing hyperpigmentation or am I fucked? I've been trying azelaic acid, had this shit for years and derms are not covered by insurance

I use:
>0.05% tretinoin cream
>15% azelaic acid
>niacinamide serum
>vitamin C supplement (pill)
And I still get acne pustules around my nose, usually before my period.
What am I doing wrong?

We always talk about face skincare, but what about for your body? Do you guys use a special exfoliant or lotion or what?

>>18279917
I shower at the end of every day with a gentle, moisturizing body wash.
I use a body moisturizer on my face and I should really start applying it full-body 3-4 times a week.

I'd like to ask the thread about this too: how do I reduce my bacne?

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Is this glass skin shit a meme? I'm able to achieve something like that with the products I have and I think it just looks greasy.
Could just be all the blemishes on my face from the recently managed acne taking away from the "hydrated" look but idk.

>>18280024
I feel the same way. I have chicken skin under my eyes which isn't noticeable if my face stays matte but if I'm shiny it's worse than having bags and dark circles combined.

>>18280024
>>18280041 (Me)
I think it's a combination of your face needs to be smooth and you need to be either a woman or committed to the twink aesthetic like a K-Pop idol for it to work.

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>>18274381
probably solid picks anon, good luck
>>18274970
your method is fine. using cotton pads with anything usually means wasting a lot of product
>>18275840
idk, never had this but maybe try without water unless thats what instruction on the package says. then just get something else
>>18276562
hot water is overstripping oils your skin produce. however im sure there are lots of books that provide good evidence on therapeutic use of "hydrotherapy"
i sometimes go for hot water on my legs after walking 10km+ for a better rest and reducing risk of muscle sores etc
>>18276872
im sure there are youtube channels marketed for such audience
>>18276903
no idea but try this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6eoczv3c8U
>>18277853
id go for a facial from a professional
>>18278141
nta but id say Dr Dray, Doctorly are a good start
>>18278180
nice follow up on his end. yet another example that the best solution does not always work for everyone

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>>18278702
>ctrl + f tina
>no results
well here goes threadly vid rec on pore care from Tina
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evdxhw9fCkY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAveYddVE8s
just keep in mind that everyone has them and they are visible from close distance only
>>18279061
i can only suggest urea creams to see if they help, this might prevent ingrown hair that may lead to this
as for post-mortem, retinoids are good choice in general and can be used with azelaic acid but they require sunscreen usage in AM
>>18279072
you are doing nothing wrong. its your hormones. cant fight them. additionally you can review your diet against dairy, processed food and things with sugar to leave less possibilities for a breakout
>>18279917
ive been using salicylic acid shampoo with urea on my body and it feels nice to use from time to time
>>18280014
>bacne
body lotion with niacinamide (and maybe BHA), spot treatment (like azelaic acid or effaclar duo) or benzoyl peroxide wash (panoxyl)
>>18280024
it is usually achieved by using oily products. it is aesthetic that not everyone likes and is more common in Korea. 10 step korean skincare routine is pretty retarded if you asked me though

>>18280544
>urea
like what comes out of your peepee?

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I'd rather not post my face but its the only way to accurately describe my situation:
>was sick for a long time with autoimmune disease
>lost weight, gained weight on corticosteroids, lost weight again etc
>eyes became sunken, wrinkles got deeper, face got puffy
>i aged 10 years in 5

my skin tone is uneven despite the fact my health has improved the last year - i'm up to 150lbs compared to my low of 128lb 18 months ago. i feel like my face looks ragged. This was taken in the best possible light but when I'm out anywhere else it looks worse. Where do I even begin here? I use Ketoconazole on my hair and face, at night I used Retinol or CeraVe PM, and in the day i use cerave AM with SPF sunscreen, even though I rarely go out into the direct sun.

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>>18267846
hey lads, I just started, got Cerave SA Lotion for rough and bumpy skin, since my skin is dry, rough, bumpy
it exfoliates, moisturizes, and restores skin
anyway, when do I use the lotion? What's the best time? At night, before sleeping? Or in the morning, after waking up?
Also, what about washing your face, wouldn't soap fuck it up? I use le petit marseillais liquid soap for my face, it supposedly doesn't dry your skin
What should my routine be, bros?
I'm doing
>shower in the morning, wash face
>get dry
>after a while, put lotion on the skin
And what can I add to it? I'm a guy, never did skincare
And how much lotion should I expend per use?

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>>18280630
lil bro just doxxed himself

cock

>>18281182
>it has been scientifically proven that the only way to keep penis skin healthy is to have sex
It's literally over for everyone ITT including me.

I'm relatively new to this skin care thing and I don't have the patience to go through the sticky. I've always had severe nodular acne with deep inflamations that gave me post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I've bought some tropicals & a face wash in the hopes of looking better & dealing with future acne bursts, but haven't a clue as to how to use'em. These are:
1% salicylic acid face wash(that supposedly contains witch hazel), clindamycin & nicotinamide gel, adapalene(without benzoyl peroxide) and 2.5% benzoyl peroxide gel.
What do? For context, I'm a guy who only uses a bar of soap for bathing & washing my face. I also use some random shampoo once in two days for washing my hair.

>>18282227
Oh, I've also bought an spf 30 sunscreen. These nodular acne always pop up in my cheek & jaw area

Do you guys think there's any major risk to applying retinol right after I shave?
I shave after the shower 2-3x a week. I also cleanse my face in the shower, and apply retinol after cleansing.
Sure, I'm probably increasing my risk of irritation but is this a "you're a retard" risk or a "someone with sensitive skin (not me) would want to avoid that"?

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is witch hazel ok to use as an aftershave and/or as a face toner?
pic related

Can someone recommend me a babbys first Glycolic Acid product? I'm interested in something in the 10% range to get my skin used to it.
Are leave-on products like the Neutrogena Hydro Boost fine as long as they're formulated well? Do I want to look into glycolic acid toners and use those at night?

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can someone tell me why women are putting beef lard on their face?

>>18283830
It's a meme. There's no benefit that you won't get from a proper moisturizer and it has deficiencies like going bad if not refrigerated and having no humectant properties.
If women are putting it on their faces it's because they saw it on tiktok.

>>18282227
Go to a dermatologist and get isotretinoin, and use it with antibacterial/antibiotic topical treatments (like those you mentioned) as the doctor instructs you. Be very careful and monitor your skin, listen to your doctor, never skip steps and be patient.

>>18267883
If I use COSRX - AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner in the morning is it okay to use Cosrx BHA power liquid at night still?

>>18282773
It seems like people generally recommend skipping retinol on days you shave, or shave at the beginning of a day and apply at night which is annoying as someone who likes being clean shaven. But if it's not bothering you then I think it's fine

>>18283691
It's what I use but I get an alcohol-free variant. I don't think it's making anything worse since my problem areas don't really overlap with the places I shave but there might be better.

>>18284185
thx for da heads up. Can I use adapalene after washing my face with the 1% salicylic acid face wash?

>>18284455
Look out for alcohol free next time. It makes your face dry out and look older right?

>>18284485
Basically, although a lot of shaving enthusiasts swear by aftershaves with alcohol in them. But I'm not sure those guys necessarily have the same priorities or routines

>>18283830
Without looking into this at all, I'd assume that it would work just as well as a normal occlusive like vaseline.

>>18284483
Typically you shouldn't use two ingredients that dry/exfoliate your skin in the same routine.
Especially if you're gonna use isotretinoin that is extremely drying, your skin could flake off pretty bad.
I'd say use a gentle face wash, and use adapalene in the evening followed by a gentle non-comedogenic moisturizer 20-30 minutes later.

>>18284502
>shaving enthusiasts swear by aftershaves with alcohol in them
Are these "shaving enthusiasts" what I'm picturing? The clean-shaven version of the "bro my beard is so MANLY" losers?
>Bro who cares that alcohol dries out your face a man is SUPPOSED to look older!

>>18284603
>gentle face wash b4 adapalene
k.
Btw, I've no plans on ever consuming accutane. the most I'll ever consume is tretinoin cream after I get used to adapalene.

>apply moisturizer to face and allow it to set for 5-10 minutes
>this makes my sunscreen dry significantly more matte when I apply it
Is this just a good thing or is the moisturizer interfering with the sunscreen? I know you're not supposed to mix your sunscreen with moisturizer ahead of time because it can interfere with solubility, homogeneity, etc. and make the sunscreen less effective.

>>18284708
Sometimes it's more along the lines of "alcohol is fine it's actually the cosmetic industry funding studies that say it's bad" but yeah, kind of. Guys who are minmaxing their shaving gear but think sunscreen is a scam.

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picrel is this the same as an astringent? says it "takes down" pores and gives smoother skin

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Eyebags are mpossible.

>>18285065
>Christian Bale was 26 years old in this film
Gives me hope to see guys around my age who still look good (I am 25, look old for my age, and am trying to wind the clock back a bit).
I know I'm never going to look 21 again and frankly I don't really want to, but I do want to look my best.

Is spf really needed in an AM moisturizer

>>18286307
By the time the UV index is high enough the spf has probably worn off right?

I'm a ginger and have a splotchy red face. I just grabbed an Azelaic Acid ointment and I'm wondering how to integrate it? Should I do it at night or in the morning? I do retinol every night so can I do both every night or should I start alternating?
Current routine:
Morning: Nothing
Evening: Wash, shave, retinol serum, moisturize, slug with aquaphor

>>18286312
Not if you use a modern sunscreen.

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Hey, there was an anon giving product recommendations.
Been inconsistent with my skincare routine and after some vacations my skin got worse than before.
Anyway, take a close look at this pic and recommend me a routine please.

>>18286307
no, it can be a separate product but most sunscreens are moisturizing anyway

I don't want to make a thread for this so I'll just hijack this thread
I use castor oil to moisturize my face and minox for my beard. If I dermaroll my whole face, will I get hair on my upper cheeks? I have acne scars and that's what I'm using the castor oil for and what I intend to dermaroll for

5 years ago, I learned about Tretinoin and the typical skincare stuff here because of this thread
My face is looks better now. ty

>You should stop consuming processed food
This is such a vague statement. What degree of processed is ok? Obviously these people who say that still consume food that they don't hunt/grow and wash themselves.

I have major discolouration in different parts of my body. On my face, neck and arms I have tanlines cause of the sun. On my asscrack, ballsack and penis I have testosterone discolouration ig? Neither has bothered me personally but I was hooking up with a chick and she made a comment and it made me insecure
What I'm asking is, what should I look into to bleach my skin? Nianicimide and glutathione are what I've found from surface level searching. Product recommendations? I'm new to skincare so any help would be nice

>>18267846
I recently got into skincare as a foid and everything seems really confusing.
Currently I am using:
>Bioderma Sebium Foaming Gel (been using this since I was 12 when a dermatologist recommended it to me, ~2 times a day)
>Avene mattifying aqua gel in the morning
>La Roche-Posay Effaclar AI targeted imperfection corrector on pimples and blackheads in the evening
>Freeman Renewing Cucumber Peel-Off Gel Mask about once a week

My skin is oily and acne-prone, my pores are dilated and I get random tiny bumps on my forehead and under my cheekbones. Should I add or replace anything?

What does Tretinoin do?

>>18280630
Corticosteriods can cause skin to become thinner and more fragile. It would be in your best interest to keep your skin as hydrated as possible and to avoid prolonged sun exposure. Try your best to not do anything that will break your skin like scratching or popping/pushing acne if you break out. Buy stuff for dehydrated skin and maybe stuff listed here >>18274356
>topically, look for ingredients that thicken skin. glycolic acid and retinoids come to mind
I had this problem on my hands because I need to regularly use topical steroids for my eczema, and one product that really helped was La Roche Posay's cicaplast baume B5. It was suggested by my dermatologist. I would suggest that along with some good moisturizer.

Are leave-on glycolic acid products safe to use?
I'm thinking of using the Neutrogena 10% glycolic acid peel twice a week. The instructions claim it's totally safe to use nightly and you just apply it at night and put moisturizer on top but I don't trust that. I feel like in the long run it will fuck my face up. Do I just not understand AHAs?

>>18290798
>twice a week.
The other five days I use retinol. Currently just using retinol every night but want to incorporate AHA exfoliation.

bros, I'm 26 years old and I just had the most hardcore atopic dermatitis of my whole life. I kept it under control for years, but lately I have been doing lots of sport and I started consuming sugar and caffeine again, so my skin worsened. Last week I caught the flu and my skin became complete shit. Pic related is how my legs look, I have a big rash too. I tried aloe vera like I did all my life and it isn't working, regular moisturizer and vaseline to keet it hydrated doesn't work. I want to kill myself right now, I can't even run today because this shit itches like hell. I have been searching the archive and from now on I will stop consuming caffeine, sugar and milk, I'm fixing my diet to see if my skin improves. Do you have any advice?

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>>18290826
pic related, I also have a rash in my fucking neck

>>18290826
Go to a doctor.

>>18290833
>Go to a doctor.
I have been going and they don't fix shit, they are specially bad at everything skin related, all they do is give you drugs

After dermarolling are you supposed to use NO product or can you use moisturizer?

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>>18290513
Very helpful thanks anon. Maybe thin skin is my problem. I have a very animated face it's caught up to me, if I could get rid of these wrinkles that would be great. Im dehydrated all the time due to my illness and maybe that has something to do with it

>>18267846
Is shaving bad for the skin? Because Patrick Bateman was clean shaven

>>18291186
Hope all goes well for you anon. I would use something stronger than the CeraVe stuff you're using now though. Focus on hydration first before you irritate your face with a stronger retinol/retinoid. You'll likely never get your skin back to what it was like before being in hospital unless you get fillers, but even the small differences count. My hands still like to remind me now and then that they don't like steroids by getting red, sometimes blister, and flake.

>>18291191
Depends on your skin. At the end of the day some people cannot shave clean without the skin reacting badly no matter how nicely you use a proper safety razor and lather up.

>>18291191
It can irritate the skin but that's what shaving cream/gel and aftershave are for.
Do not use aftershave with alcohol in it.
Personally I use Bulldog Shaving Gel and I follow up my shave with my standard moisturizer, which has enough soothing ingredients that I skip aftershave. I'm open to being corrected on that though.

>>18291191
>>18291366
If you have super sensitive skin, there may be value to using multiple blades. There's multi blade razors that use standard blades, look em up

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I have some mild acne redness. should I get picrel? I just afraid making it worse. I use cleanser+moisturizer, and once a week retinol 1% and glycolyc acid 7% for few months but acne doesn't go away.

>>18289992
I would try kojic acid bar soap. Nianicimide 10% did not bleach my skin.

>>18291858
>once a week retinol 1%
Are you building up to using it daily? Retinol 1% only once a week won't do anything.
You also shouldn't use it on the same days that you use glycolic acid.
Consider incorporating a Salicylic Acid treatment into your routine, as that's the exfoliating acid that targets the garbage inside of pores. Glycolic acid is for increasing skin cell turnover and boosting collagen production.

>>18292083
>Are you building up to using it daily? Retinol ?
it's too harsh for my skin. I've been told to start with .25 or .5 but I could get 1% the ordinary only. I tried to apply twice this week just a bit so yeah building up but really slowly. Despite that I see small differences. I'm a fair olive and my skin looks better. Not sure if it's retinol or not.
>You also shouldn't use it on the same days that you use glycolic acid.
I know. even the next day isn't good idea. I tolerate glycolyc better than retinol. Actually bc if retinol I had to stop using other products like ordinary aha bha and ordinary niacinamide. Cant do all together.
>Consider incorporating a Salicylic Acid treatment into your routine
ok, I will look into it. Thanks

>>18292105
>but I could get 1% the ordinary only.
Are you certain? They don't have neutrogena where you live? They make a 0.3% cream.
I think Olay and Cerave have 0.3% products too.

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>>18267846
many threads ago someone posted about using pic rel on ur face because it has 1% zinc in it. now this might sound dumb but are there any reasons why you shouldn’t do that if it’s so cheap?

Curology so far has been a complete waste of my time. Only worked for the first month or two and now the acne is worse than before

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>>18280660
>anyway, when do I use the lotion?
both am and pm or whenever you feel like but i wouldnt use more than twice a day
>Also, what about washing your face, wouldn't soap fuck it up? I use le petit marseillais liquid soap for my face, it supposedly doesn't dry your skin
dove (it has more neutral ph and no sls) or get facial cleanser like neutrogena hydroboost
>And what can I add to it? I'm a guy, never did skincare
depends on your goals. start with sunscreen as it is pretty universally recommended
>how much lotion should I expend per use?
thin layer is enough
>>18282227
you went to derm and he did not tell you how to use these?
>>18282238
get 50 spf
>>18282773
give it a go and if you experience irritation for extended periods of time then stop
>>18283737
the ordinary or cosrx
>Do I want to look into glycolic acid toners and use those at night?
probably yes unless you prefer serums, though toners are more popular
>>18284201
probably yes but i would swap them, bha in am, aha/bha in pm
>>18284483
if you have sensitive skin, i wouldnt. if not, give it a try and observe skin for dryness. if it occurs, stop

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>>18284774
it is a general advice to let one product dry until applying next one
>>18284967
if your goal is to shrink pores, watch >>18280544
>>18286312
if you are really afraid of this, consider https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0f3GMiIqI4
>>18286389
you can use retinoids and azelaic acid together but i would use it in the morning instead
more important is to use 50spf when you go out or experience direct sunlight at home
>>18287954
not sure what your goals are but go for the usual baseline of any skincare routine (cleanser, moisturizer, spf, retinoid)
am
wash with water, cleanser optional
spf
pm
wash with cleanser to get rid of spf
retinoid
moisturizer
>>18289928
what type of acne scars. atrophic? id go for retinoids instead of castor oil and collagenmaxxing routine. on the other hand you already dermaroll so idk, up to you
>>18290089
add spf in am and retinoids in pm
id also replace the mask with glycolic acid or aha+bha product for your tiny bumps
am
wash with water or cleanser
moisturizer
spf
pm
cleanser
retinol (twice weekly use glycolic acid or aha+bha product instead as aha shouldnt be used with retinoids)
moisturizer

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>>18289992
i would go see a professional and ask him for recommendations
>>18290166
checked
many good things, use it wisely
>>18290798
>Are leave-on glycolic acid products safe to use?
yes, up to 10-12% you should be fine
>>18290840
go to another one, read some reviews and see which one is good with issues you have
>>18290926
moisturize
>>18291523
dr dray said that aftershaves are just moisturizers with scent and to use moisturizers instead
personally i use them interchangably
>>18293163
well you wash it off after a minute or two. a leave on zinc product would probably be more efficient
>>18293466
checked
post routine

I have a short beard, 3mm-5mm hair length, would that get in the way of product application? Should I bother with beard oil or such at that length?

>>18293632
>well you wash it off after a minute or two. a leave on zinc product would probably be more efficient
do you have any recommendations?

>>18267846
what do you guys use to alleviate dark spots caused by acne?

>>18293853
Honestly... only thing I've found that works is time...

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This nigga and feet balm are a game changer, I have feet as sexy as a man can get now.

>>18267846
Reposting this from /balding/ cause I didn't get much help there

I've been on accutane for four months now, 80 mg, and I'm pretty sure it's been affecting my hair growth. For reference, I went on fin/min last year when I noticed I was balding and got good results. Ever since starting accutane, though, I've noticed my hairline get way worse, along with in general shedding a lot more all over. The derm I'm seeing says my hair may be shedding a little, but it's nothing major, but I'm not convinced. She seems to be convinced it's this miracle drug, but idk if the pros are outweighing the cons here. I've read it's temporary, but it takes like a year to get back to normal when you stop accutane. What does /fa/ think?

>>18267846
>annoyed by my prominent pores
>start splashing my face with cold water after cleansing and before applying any products
>pores immediately less noticeable
Don't sleep on cold water, you may not have a problem with your products, just a problem with your pores being too open before applying them.
I still use my products obviously, I just mean they weren't what was causing my pores to look bad.

>>18293632
>dr dray said that aftershaves are just moisturizers with scent and to use moisturizers instead
that might be true for some of the fancier creamy balms but generally aftershaves are used for their astringent and antiseptic qualities, which is why alcohol is so common in them

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>>18270042
ever since they reformulated the light blue one i switched to this one

>>18293163
>are there any reasons why you shouldn’t do that
if you don't have fungal acne

>>18293673
Beard Oil is more for Reddit beards.

what are supplements to take that are actually useful for skin? right now i take
>500mg vitamin c
>1000 iu d3
>100mg magnesium citrate
>50mg coq-10
mostly for general health/preventing deficiencies, and i saw coq-10 helped my mom immensely with heart related issues so i figured i'd start on a small amount too. was alternating every other day between these and a generic men's multivitamin, but i recently ran out and am thinking about just sticking to more targeted things.

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>>18293673
does any of your products leave visible residue on your beard? if not, i would not care. the fancy beardcare nowadays and the prices are retarded
>>18293719
not really, no. i used a zinc cream once from a drugstore for like 3$ in my teenage years and it did not do anything.
i think some products from LRP Effaclar line contains zinc
the ordinary 10% niacinamide has also zinc in it but i wouldnt use it (10% niacinamide is a wee bit too much)
>>18293853
retinoids, exfoliation, sunscreen, benzoyl peroxide, azelaic acid, vitamin c
>>18293882
nice, are these socks?
>>18293959
consider getting a second or third opinion on your case
>>18294043
ah yes, totally forgot. ill pass on putting alcohol on my face though
>>18294097
i was prescribed oral vitamin pp (basically niacin/B3) and zinc by a derm for a month or two but it was acne related
vitamin a is probably fine but i would have to check efficacy in clinical studies
supplements are cool but make sure your diet is free of stuff that will negate the effects of these supplements

good vit C toner to use in the morning?

>>18294418
Non, it's similar to a pumice stone. I do own silicon socks too, used with my feet balm.

>>18294097
>What supplements are actually useful to take for skin?
Choline 100-200mg per day (or just eat eggs every day)
A bioavailable silica like monomethylsilanetriol or Ortho Silicic Acid at 10-20mg per day
You can buy biosil liquid drops to cover both.
Fish collagen peptide powder 10g per day. This only provides building blocks for collagen but helps if your diet is shit.
L-glutathione 1000mg per day
Astaxanthin 12mg per day
Super oxide dismutase specifically the branded compound GilSodin 500mg per day. Regular sod does nothing when taken orally
Switch from magnesium oxide to Magnesium glycinate / Magnesium bisglycinate, it has better bioavailability. Note you have to take a larger dose to get 100mg per day of elemental magnesium

>>18294798
Oh yeah vitamin c is important too
I would try and find liposomal vitamin c capsules. You can usually find ones that use liposomal pure way c pretty cheap. Stick with 500mg per day

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So I've been alternativing between Cerave's Skin Renewing Nightly Exfoliating Cream (Retinol) and their nightly exfoliating treatment (Some kind of AHA). I found it didn't really irritate my skin, but at this point, I also can't say it really did anything for me. So I think I'm ready to try some other stuff. Currently:

>AM
Cerave Hydrating Moisturizer
(Sometimes) Stridex pads (but I should probably swap to a different BHA, I'm not really struggling with acne)
First Aid Beauty Daily Repair Lotion
Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen

>PM
Cerave Hydrating Moisturizer
(Every Other Day, Alternating) Cerave Retinol, or Cerave AHA
Black Rice Hydrating Toner
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream (or just the lotion if my face isn't feeling that dry)

I honestly think my skin is pretty nice for a 30 year old guy, but I've got some dryness and skin inconsistency that I think could be a lot better, so I was thinking a better exfoliant might do me good. Was thinking of just sticking with The Ordinary products, but totally open to suggestions.

>>18293163
>applying THE worst shampoo on the market on your face
what could possibly go wrong anon


>>18294097
>>18294798
PharmD here. No supplements are useful for your skin right off the bat, and you shouldn't preemptively take supplements for your skin to look good. or for anything for that matter.

Deficiencies are supposed to show you what's wrong with your lifestyle. You should be taking a vitamin screening absent any supplementation for am month, consider your eating habits and overall lifestyle, see what you can improve, retake a vitamin screening, and if the changes don't get you quite there, THEN supplement. And then you take another screening. If things aren't good at this point, chances are it's something you would be very glad you discovered in time rather than hid with extra supplements.
The human body is a chaotic system (in the mathematical sense of the word). That means that any visible problem is usually not just caused by one glaring issue, but by a sum of underlying variables that get ingrained in feedback loops that then cause bigger issues, etc.

Case in point : an older woman with anemia supplements her diet with extra iron, making the anemia symptoms disappear. If she had corrected her diet to incorporate a normal amount of iron, she would still have anemia. Is that bad ? No, because then she'd complain to her doctor. And her doctor would realize something weird is going on. He would realize that something is eating at her iron reserves, and ding ding ding - he would've known about the dozen fibroids hidden in her uterus.

I'm not against taking, say, L-glutathione, but shouldn't your ass be eating broccoli and carrots anyway ?

>>18295031
what's the face cleanser you're using ? I find it hard to believe that after adding moisturizer AND a lotion AND a sunscreen your skin is still dry. Maybe switch to a lower strength retinol ?

idk about the ordinary but their hyaluronic acid serum and their retinol serum were so oily i literally threw them after two uses.

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>>18295148
I wouldn't say it's dry. Texture wise it's soft. But I kind of feel like appearance wise there's just something off? Like my skin isn't really retaining what it should. So my skin is soft and moist, but textured. Pic related. Only thing I'll comment is this is basically eod and by this point of the day my nose is sometimes a bit oily
>Also the light in my kitchen is super cold so it makes me look more pale than I already am
>Also also I'm a little broken out from a dirty towel they used when I got a wet shave the other day

So yeah, I was thinking a better exfoliator will probably help clean up this skin texture a bit and then I will be good, but if I'm missing something I'm way open to suggestions.

>>18295170
I don't think you can get completely smooth, uniformly colored porcelain skin naturally. If you see someone like that they're caked in makeup to get that look.

>>18295170
it's a male genetics. You can't do much tbqh besides makeup.

Do you moisturize before or after dressing? I always worry that pulling the shirt over my head will rub stuff off.

>>18295170
I think your problem has more to do with ridiculous standards than it has to do with your skin sucking.
>my noise is a bit oily
that is normal. The nose and nostril is greasier in general. You're already using AHA/BHA so it won't get any smoother. You could exfoliate with a BHA /AHA cleanser and those throwable exfoliating sponges if you're really anal about it but I feel like you'd be way past the unhealthy obsession stage if you did that.

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I shaved against the grain to see what it's like, and the baad happened. Here's my short journey:

>>18295421
I don't moisturize, but when I wear fragrance I wait for it to dry and then I put clothes on.

>>18295517
Nta, I use sugar to scrub my nose every day

>>18273446
Alpha m and Jose zuniga both say to put cold spoons

>>18289933
Mostly sodas and foods that don't go bad for a long time.

>>18295586
So no sausage even if it is handmade from the local butcher? Because of all the preservatives that all sausages have.

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Salicylic acid cleanser in combination with bha exfoliant for around half a year hasn't really helped much with my whiteheads. What else should I try?

How do you take care of your face skin after exercising?
I like to run, and I sweat a lot... and I think it might be messing up my skin. I wipe the sweat off with a towel pretty often and I shower soon afterwards... but I'm still getting lots of blemishes, and even little whiteheads. A while back, I had to stop running for a couple weeks because of an injury and the skin problems stopped, so I'm thinking there's a connection...

>>18295662
>benzoyl peroxide
>retinoids
>isotretinoin

>>18295663
I don't think there's any way other than using expensive skincare products

>>18295653
Can sausage last for months, especially outside of fridge? If so, it's not as healthy as other options.

>>18295577
Yes, and like I told you in the other thread, you went at it in the worst way possible. Try again.

>>18295662
Prescription clindamycin lotion along with a BP cleanser is the only thing that helped so far with my whiteheads on my T-zone. Hoping it doesn't have to be a permanent thing, every time I finish up bottle I take a break and it eventually starts to come back but less and less each time.

>>18295691
You stalking me? Fuck off

>>18295517
Sorry I mean I'm not expecting Korean tier skin. Just looking to even my texture out a bit. But point taken.

>>18295662
Same here. Trying tret for a few months too but hasn't really helped much.

>>18295662
Are you remembering to moisturize? Failure to moisturize can lead to irritated/broken skin barrier and increased sebum production, both of which contribute to whiteheads.
After you cleanse, splash some cold water on your face to close your pores. Use moisturizer as the last step of your skincare.

>>18296337
Oh no yeah I am moisturising, and also using sunscreen of course.

What does tretinoin do for minoxidil absorption? I keep hearing about it
I have a bit of acne too so might pull the trigger

>>18270620
i kinda swear by the hollywood beauty tea tree oil, it quite literally fixed a then-recent piercing i had that wasn't healing no matter how much time had passed and i was just putting it on straight

nowadays i put a drop or two and mix it with my night cream and wear it overnight when it's cold/dry like nyc fall/winter (aka now)

never had issues just putting it straight on my face either, but ymmv since i've read some people have horrific experiences (though i don't know if it was specifically with the hollywood beauty brand stuff as everyone has their own blends)

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https://www.reddit.com/r/AusSkincare/comments/jd80uh/psa_dont_be_tricked_into_buying_topical_products/
>PSA: Don’t be tricked into buying topical products with collagen
is pic related a scam?
>Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Zea Mays Bacterial Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Stearic Acid, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Copernicerifera Wax, Polysorbate60, Sorbitol, Collagen, Lactic Acid, Tocopherol, Beta Sitosterol, Squalene, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Capsuchaphythanol, rylyl glycol , carbomer, sodium hydroxide, hexyl cinnamon, alpha-isomethyl ionon, linalool, benzyl salicylate

>>18296729
>hexyl cinnamol
That's a fragrance ingredient that oxidizes on contact with light and can trigger reactions, I avoid it. Parfum (fragrance) can have ingredients that do as well. Nobody ever discloses the ingredients of their fragrance so you have no idea what you're getting, regardless of product.
Nothing else on this list leapt out to me. Lactic Acid IS an AHA but I don't think its concentration is high enough to worry about.

Collagen in topical products is a meme because the protein is way too big to be absorbed through the skin, let alone utilized. You're just smearing protein on your face. You want ingredients that stimulate collagen production or provide your face with the ingredients to make it itself.

>>18296868
>Nothing else on this list leapt out to me
Linalool as well.
Plug the product into INCIDecoder and see if they have any warnings as well.

I've tried the tips in the op for dark circles and puffiness but it hasn't helped that much. It used to not be much of a problem but the it's gotten worse over the last couple years. Are there good products for that? i've tried vitamin C serum but it's a pain to use and hasn't shown much results.

My le reddit routine, it's probably bad:
>oil cleanser + foam cleanser
>konjac sponge for exfoliating
>hada labo toner+moisturizer
>corsx snail cream
>sunscreen
>some eye cream which isn't helping the dark circles

Also is it safe to take retinoid under the eyes because I've heard it's too strong for that. Is there a recommend retinoid brand, is it available otc or has to be prescription?

>>18296926
>Also is it safe to take retinoid under the eyes b
I've been doing it with no ill effects but I'm still only using babby's first retinol, 0.5% concentration.
Probably going to escalate to the Paula's Choice Clinical (1%) soon.
I think Cerave has a 0.3% retinol that you could start with. Cerave is a solid recommendation because it's cheap but gets the job done.

>>18296936
Thanks anon, I'll maybe give that a try before asking a derm for prescription retinoid. should I apply it before or after moisturizing?

>>18296952
Before moisturizing.
Remember to ease into it. Start twice a week, then after 3-4 weeks every other night, then after 3-4 more weeks every night. Remember that it increases sensitivity to UV, so keep using sunscreen.

>>18296729
>Is pic related a scam
It's obviously some chink shit with poorly photoshopped advertising you found on Amazon. God only knows what is in the crap.

>>18296936
>The Ordinary 0.5% retinol is squalene

is this a good babby's first retinol if I don't want to start at that Cerave one that's been reccomended? it's for acne scars.

>>18297268
0.5% retinol in squalene* whoops

Thoughts on facial patches? You know the ones for small individual spots.

anyone had success shipping from Skinorac to Poland?

>>18283830
It's got emollients and vitamin E.
It does nothing that moisturizers don't do better and it lacks key benefits of moisturizers.
It's a TikTok trend, it's retarded by definition.

Anyone else notice their beard getting thicker after a couple of months using retinol?
Should I be putting this on my scalp too?

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>>18294543
havent heard many vit c toners recommendations, consider serums instead (timeless, geek & gorgeous)
>>18294798
>>18295141
saved
>>18295031
the order is wrong. in am cleanse first. stridex, moisturizer/lotion, sunscreen
in pm cleanse, toner, retinol or aha, moisturize
if you want to up your exfoliation game and stay within the ordinary then go for The Ordinary peeling solution if your skin is ready. you could also consider getting stronger retinoid (go to derm or order online)
>>18295170
your skin is more than fine. just maintain it
>>18295421
dress first
there was some anon a few threads ago using benzoyl peroxide and his hoodie got slightly bleached around his face
>>18295653
preservatives are the main indicator that food is processed even if its some handmade special crafted bio expensive food. also heard that many vegan stuff like vegan hot dogs or hamburger patties etc are not that healthy after all
check out DASH and mediterranean diet to understand the philosophy. fresh vegetables and fruits 5 times a day is a bit too much for me but you get the idea
once i started implementing certain aspects of dash diet i suddenly stopped getting so many headaches and was not so tired anymore. i think there is special anti-inflammatory diet that will probably fit in this category as well
>>18295662
have you reviewed your diet? for me, dairy and slop with sugar usually does that
>>18295663
>How do you take care of your face skin after exercising?
i wash face with water, sometimes using cleanser too
make sure to pat your towel on your face instead of wiping. wiping may cause skin damage if you do it often and make it weaker in what its purpose is
make sure to moisturize if you wash your face often. no hot water on face, only lukewarm. oral zinc + vit b3 could possibly reduce this a little but i wouldnt have high hopes for this.
if above wont help, not much you can do im afraid
>>18296729
looks bad, get something else with good reviews

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>>18296926
try https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74eZe8KsHsw
maybe there is something new you will learn
for puffiness, use cold spoon. if it helps, consider caffeine serum. heard sleeping on your back can help with that too
>is it safe to take retinoid under the eyes
comes down to your skin really. mine can handle it no problem tazarotene too
seconding cerave resurfacing retinol serum
there is also olay24 and neutrogena as alternatives
>>18297268
cerave has additional ingredients that will help you with acne
but if you dont want it because of these ingredients then sure, give it a try but ease into it
>>18298825
havent noticed that, sorry

>>18299419
>i wash face with water, sometimes using cleanser too
Same
>make sure to pat your towel on your face instead of wiping. wiping may cause skin damage if you do it often and make it weaker in what its purpose is
Thanks I didn't think of this, though I do have extremely soft towels.
>make sure to moisturize if you wash your face often.
Already do that, though I only really wash once a day.
>no hot water on face, only lukewarm.
I can try lowering the temp a bit
>oral zinc + vit b3 could possibly reduce this a little but i wouldnt have high hopes for this.
My multivitamin has zinc, but I can see about b3
>if above wont help, not much you can do im afraid
Yeah, that's what I was kind of expecting...
Thanks though

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9vf2ylY2ds
this doctor guy says to take cod liver oil supplements and stop eating sugar and you'll stop getting acne

>>18299430
post routine

>>18299900
Well, in the morning after eating breakfast and wasting time, I...
1. brush teeth, rinse with mouthwash, floss
2. shave with a cheap Amazon brand 3 blade cartridge using Gillette Series Sensitive Shave Gel, then thoroughly rinse off. I don't moisturize at this point, because then I...
3. Go run, 30 min at least, sometimes more if it's the weekend. I sweat a lot. If I'm inside on a treadmill, I'll towel off my face as needed
4. Then, get home, shower, rinse off face with warm water, sometimes use a bit of Cerave SA Cleanser. Wash rest of my body with Ivory soap bar and wash cloth
5. Dry off, then moisturize damp face with Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream

>>18300041
NTA but I'd move the shave to after your run. The steam from the shower softens up the hair. Post-shave is a moment when the skin is irritated and I'd certainly not want to have sweat on my face right after.
Check the weather app on your phone to verify the UV index when you run too. You may want to sunscreen up before your run. (UV index of 3+ means sunscreen up, I sunscreen up daily no matter what because I used retinol).

Is there an actually good, reasonably priced 50+ SPF broad spectrum mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin that doesn't cause whitecast or shimmer?

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How do I fix this?
I'm using:
>(all of this daily PM and just sunscreen AM)
>CeraVe's cleanser for Blemish Prone Skin (the exact same one in >>18295662's post)
>CeraVe's Facial Moisturising Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin
>Vaseline to lock in moisture
Yet I still somehow have these lines, bumps and awful texture on my forehead. There's other places on my body where my skin isn't that great either but this is just bad and I've been struggling with it for years? Is it sun damage? Is it dehydration? I'm literally drinking 2L of water everyday non-stop. It just feels like there's a layer of skin under my current skin that just won't come out no matter what I do.

Is the only solution to this botox? I'm only 19, I had bad acne for a few years but I went on a 9 month course of Roaccutane and finished it recently and I have no more really bad acne anymore but these lines were present althroughout before, during and after Roaccutane. So wtf is it?

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>>18300144
Better picture to show the issue. Not even my 33 year old sister has skin like this, I have no clue what could be the issue, I just want to have supple looking skin and not have it look...dry and clogged up at the same time? Does that description make sense?

Also, I do know I'm balding, you don't have to tell me that.

Current regime
>AM
Aldi hyaluronic acid moisturiser
>PM
TO retinol 1%
Cerave moisturiser

Thinking about adding Matrixyl to the mix, I also use an spf 50 when im going out into the sun. Is there anything I should change about this? I have pretty big pores on my nose and my skin tends to get a bit oily. I just wash with water or cleanser if I have makeup on

>>18300144
that salicylic acid cleanser is very aggressive and probably too stripping for your skin. Use the Cerave hydrating cleanser instead, their light green one. Having overly dry skin can result in that terrible texture and that cleanser is making it worse. As your skin gets more hydrated again, the clogging will also go away.

I'd recommend you add an extra hydrating toner or ampoule to your routine while your skin heals. The moisturizer itself won't be enough, you want another layer under it. I'd swap out the vaseline for rose hip oil (helps irritation).

Also add a sunscreen during the day. The roaccutane without sunscreen will result in very easily irritated skin.

For hydrating layers, I can vouch for the below (you just need one of these):
>Skin 1004 Probio Cica Centella Intensive Ampoule
>Cosrx Snail Mucin Power Essence
>Kikumasamune Sake Skin Care Lotion High Moist (apply 2-3 layers of this)

>>18300292
>>18300144
Ah also please note that some people get closed comedones with the Kikumasamune toner, so if you have skin sensitive to ferments, don't use this one. The cosrx and Skin1004 are both very gentle though.

And just want to emphasize how important the sunscreen is if you have used or still use roacutane. Your skin will be very sensitive to sun.

So years back I had very bad acne on my face. I went through treatment that minimized it. Now I still have scarring but it's gotten better. Still extremely noticeable, just dark brown spots everywhere. I'm only applying differin gel in the morning. Should I look into dermarolling? I seriously just want this scarring to minimize asap. I would do laser but I'm broke. Recommendations are wanted

>>18300054
I like to be clean shaven when I run in case I meet any cute /fit/ girls, but yeah I do know it's probably not a good idea to shave then sweat. That said... I pretty often get blemishes on parts of my face that I don't shave, like my noise, forehead, upper cheeks... so I'm hesitant to say that shaving is the issue.

I'm retarded. I kept reading online to use tretinoin, lamenting that I didn't have any. Then I realized the Retin-A I get from Mexico occasionally actually is tretinoin. I'd only use it sparingly on occasional acne. Well now I decided to just get a US prescription so I can get a steady supply of the stuff. I now intend to apply it over my entire face nightly. What am I in for? Will I now have a youthful glow? Am 34 M.

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What the hell is this?
I usually have a full beard but it starts getting straggly and annoying after a few months and I shave it all off.
I just shaved it off and this was under it.
It's not itchy or anything and it's been on my jaw or neck before when I shaved and goes away after a week or so.
It's never been this big before though

>>18300352
entire face nightly with nothing else you are in for orange peel skin and sun burns

>>18300352
You have to ease into tret, I would advise you to get a lower-strength retinoid to start first even.
You need to start twice a week, wait 3-4 weeks, and if there's no issue, escalate to every other night, then after another 3-4 weeks, escalate to nightly.
I personally started with a 0.5% retinol solution and now I use 1% retinol, which I'm happy with. I' not sure I'd go direct to tret even if you're easing in.

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>>18273045
>Thread still up
Been using it for a few weeks and while it does work (especially on the face), for every acne blotch it kills, 2-3 more appear on the back.
This is like whack-a-mole, just want a clear back

>>18301337
I found that lots of exfoliation works the best to prevent back acne. If you are a white person you may have mild kerotosis pilaris that leads to your pores getting clogged easily.

In the shower, start by using a rough cloth to scrub down your back / back of legs / etc and then apply your soaps. Then when you are done, use a moisturizer of some kind to keep your skin from creating a lot of oils and getting clogged further.

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That thing is must have for minor injuries. I accidentally got the 1.5 cm long cut on my chin and that thing closed it in a minute with no irritation afterwards.

is it over for me? been having pimples on my nose throughout my 23-26 years and theyve left large holes and bumps on my nose that never leveled out, it looks terrible close up and when light hits the hose it looks very bumpy, is a dermatologist the only way?

>>18302420
Yes. Most extreme treatment would be cosmetic surgery but that's only a last resort. Go to the dermatologist first.

how the fuck do I fix super bumpy skin? I got this new routine I will be starting. Let me know if I am missing anything

Morning:

Cleanse - La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Cleanser
(Optional) Apply Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Moisturize with CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
Finish with EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46

Evening:

Cleanse with La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Cleanser
Apply Paula’s Choice 2% BHA (if not used in the morning)
Use CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum (on alternate nights if needed)
Moisturize with CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

>>18303154
Start slow. Don't immediately go into daily exfoliating.

From what I've learned from lurking on this thread, here's the ingredients you should be looking out for
Gluthathione
Retinol
Kojic Acid
Niacinamide
Hydroquinone
Anything else

got dark gray sebaceous filaments on my nose, i got recommend a salacylic acid masque. any other tips

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Unironically all you need for your face

>>18300041
For long-term sebum reduction, which could be contributing to your symptoms, niacinamide and retinol are great options. You might already have niacinamide in your Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream, but double-check as product formulations can vary by country. If you decide to try retinol, remember that it typically requires daily sunscreen use. As for your diet, have you reviewed it? Certain foods are known to trigger breakouts, and you can find extensive lists here or in archived threads for guidance.
>I had to stop running for a couple weeks because of an injury and the skin problems stopped, so I'm thinking there's a connection...
While it could seem like everything is fine, the body is incredibly complex. Physical activities can sometimes reveal or intensify underlying issues that might otherwise remain dormant. Exercise, in particular, has a way of bringing certain skin conditions to the surface.
Lastly, you may want to explore alternative moisturizers if you haven’t already. Some people find that Cetaphil’s formula doesn’t work well for their skin and may even cause breakouts. Trying an oil-free moisturizer might help as well.

All these steps could help reduce your symptoms, although there’s no guarantee they’ll completely resolve the breakout issue.

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>>18300076
check if koreans did any new physical/mineral filters and if they did, look for products that use them. then a simple review on youtube will help you decide
>>18300144
checked
it wont fix the lines but try retinol (or adapalene if you can get it otc) for 3 months
also dont worry about it too much. nobody will look at you that close as your pics are. unless its your partner, but it probably wont matter to them
>>18300161
its fine, if you could post your goals we could advise better. but if you mean business with your pores only, search for Tina in this thread, she has two great vids on this matter
>>18300300
checked
post routine
consider sunscreen as it prevents dark spots to get worse. other ingredients you can look for are niacinamide, azelaic acid, benzoyl peroxide, vitamin c, maybe kojic acid or alpha arbutin
there is cream called "faded" that apparently does wonders but not sure about availability in your area
>differin gel in the morning
id rather use it in pm though some retinoids (or formulations) are said to be fine when using during day time
>>18300352
apply at the same pace as you did before but slowly ramping up to every day usage
make sure to use moisturizer and sunscreen in AM otherwise you will experience all the side effects you can possibly imagine
>Will I now have a youthful glow?
it will certainly help but dont expect overnight effect
>>18300574
might be anything, allergic reaction comes first to my mind but idk
post routine or consider going to derm
>>18301337
1337 checked
have you reviewed your diet? eating slop and dairy can cause this
>>18302420
for atrophic scars, consider dermarolling. visit a professional for best advice
>>18303154
skip bha in pm completely, use in am instead. the rest is fine. report back in 2-3 months. if its your first retinol, start slowly. expect side effects if you start all this at once
>>18303868
epiduo worked best for me, good effects after just 3 months

>>18304257
>there is cream called "faded" that apparently does wonders but not sure about availability in your area
Is it this one?
https://www.amazon.com/Topicals-Faded-Serum-Spots-Discoloration/dp/B0BMZF7H3P?crid=2SSXUNGTVIGOA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Lx0WZDyIztu-TWmxUIXrbxPgLfTSQSRu03JE6VtXdrG60dljw_eueDV3S9_qqQT3fDFmCFs2kaiypZalKS56wgcyee4HkQB3dOU6tVYRFS6PUe9PqiRwAJAr78TpWGAII18rWbq2CDW__Zi4WwaCEXjxHbNMPcfvLHbHWFUMNewrkAlo3PmgzAwzqgCKnrefpKDfESp9mdfNu4bXo3EX6QFpSTM311yHo0FihvHVtqwAHW4GsKG5iXsKRkR1okfqvXUOpDGAEib-lCe2YHUZL8pQP8Oq5yXJH2HUezUWlEY.9z51Ir-9DmfsD5PBsn8KauOe4KKIZL-PXLHhbbBLeac&dib_tag=se&keywords=faded&qid=1730743528&sprefix=faded%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1

Also i dont really have a routine. I just wash my face, apply differin after ive dried and thats it.

>>18304266
Not the anon you're replying to but I've been through two whole tubes of Faded myself - it works amazing for acne scars especially.
Also, you should be applying a moisturizer to finish your routine. When the skin is dry, the skin becomes irritated and that can cause more acne. If you are a dry person, a richer moisturizer works better, if an oily person, a lighter moisturizer.

>>18304275
How many times do you apply it? AM and PM? How long would you say a tube would last so i can subscribe to it on amazon. Also Thanks for the tip, ill get a moisturizer too. One last thing, since i am using differen, is it okay to apply both faded and differen?

>>18304278
Good questions.
>How many times should I apply it?
You can use Faded AM and PM, but it is an exfoliating product which can make your skin more sensitive, so make sure to put on sunscreen if you leave the house that day. If you've never used an exfoliating product before, I would use it three times a week to begin. I use it twice a week myself as I alternate in a retinal and a hydrating serum.
>How long does a tube last?
For me, using it only twice a week, it can last almost an entire year. You don't need to subscribe in my opinion.
>Is it okay to apply both Faded and Differin?
I would not recommend it, Differin contains a retinoid which is a chemical exfoliator like Faded, which can irritate the skin when used together. I'd use them separate from each other.

>>18304281
Okay so ill use it three times a week, so thats 6 applications right, if doing AM and PM.
>You don't need to subscribe in my opinion
Only because its cheaper this way, i always just cancel the sub anyways.
>I'd use them separate from each other.
I only apply it in the morning, would it be fine to not apply faded in the and then apply it at night after ive showered?

>>18304285
Yes, you can use them at different times of day, for sure

>>18304292
How long would you say until i can start applying it everyday?

>>18304294
>>18304292
Actually I think applying both differin and faded works out. I apply one in the AM and one in the PM. Sounds fine right?

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It's so hard to tell if niacinamide is doing anything for sebum but I used to wash my greasy ass face 3 times a day with dove soap and now after a month of use, I'm down to one and blotting off the excess oils 6 hours later with a paper napkin to feel ok.

Also, I'm still looking for a cure for dark eye circles because of thin skin, I tried hyauloronic acid for 2 weeks but I'm not sure it's doing much of anything.

Incidentally, I'm also blasting 10mg oral minoxidil and supposedly this causes dark eye circles but they were already like that before starting, plus the skin can't be that thin because the oral min caused some peach fuzz to start growing on my eye circles which I now have to shave off on occasion.

I feel like I'm experimenting on myself but it's kinda fun.

Browing the OP to learn about skincare. Never really had a routine, but looking to put one together. I have dry flakey skin, its probably because I do all the wrong things. Ive been using body cleanser like a bodywash, not moisturisng, not cleaning my face properly so it gets fungal infections. Is everything I need to know in the OP links to put together a routine in the op links?

>>18304684
Start simple, it's hard to know what works if you start doing a bunch of stuff at once.
Also if you have fungal infections on your face, you should try Nizoral shampoo on your face.

Is petroleum jelly save to use on the face/lips?

>>18305698
Yes
Lots of people use petroleum jelly on their faces and lips.

>wake up at 11am-1pm
>shower at 4:30
>work at 6
should i be doing my whole routine when i wake up, or should i wait until after i shower? if i wait, what do i do in the morning?

>>18304367
After careful consideration, I'm pretty sure my under eye skin being thin is not the the cause of my dark eye circles because the color moves around with the eye skin when I yank and stretch it around, I just bought some 2% retinol to thicken and alpha arbutin + HA to lighten to see if it does anything.

>>18305844
what color is most prevalent in japan

>>18305723
When you wake up, but don't wash your face in the shower.

My face has been fucked recently by rosacea. Been using 10% Azelaic acid for past couple of weeks and seeing improvement and basically no spots. Also using hyaluronic serum once a day and Aveeno moisturiser 2x daily.

Had IPL a month ago but didn't seem to make much difference. Will go back for another session but not too sure its worth it and expensive

>>18306535

Also, stopped washing with cleanser AM and just wipe my face with micellar water instead.

Bought some dove bodywash but honestly my skin looks worse, dry and like scrumpled up tissue paper. Going to try another brand. Maybe should just stick with goat soap.

>>18306535
>Aveeno moisturiser
Is this the big pump pack stuff? Was going to get the a bottle of the frag free stuff to try.

Do you cleanse your face seperate after the shower over the sink, or just bodywash it with the rest of your shower routine?

>>18307022
NTA but for me it's the Live Clean fragrance-free.
I did try the Aveeno too and it's a good purchase.

>>18307023
separately on days I don't shower

>>18307023
I cleanse in the shower but I don't let the shower run over my face, I collect water in my hands and wet/rinse it that way.

whats the drawback to using strong retinols? also what about retinoids? why cchoose over retinol?

Gentle moisturizer for before sleep use? Even the Cerave night facial is too thicc and causes ugly ass breakout on me

How much does retinol really increase sun sensitivity? Do I still need to wear sunscreen if the UV Index where I live doesn't go above 1?

>>18309603
where the fuck do you live if it never goes over 1? mate its not even midsummer and it hit 9 today where i live
i say dont even bother about sunscreen, wear a hat (you are on /fa/ anyway) and the sun sensitivity is nothing to worry about

>>18309607
>where the fuck do you live if it never goes over 1?
It goes up to 2 and sometimes 3 in November where I live (Northeastern USA).
Winter for me is Summer for you because you're on the opposite hemisphere from me.

I'm at the stage in life where I just want to be as superficial as possible.
Everyone I know that commands respect from men and women all look like they're a million bucks and I want that.
From grooming hair, to shaving, to manicures/pedicures, is there a singular thread on /fa/ that streamlines all the things you need to do to be as superficial as possible?
What combination of threads would be the best?
This one and /watches/ are the only ones I can think of.

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>>18308809
you damage skin barrier and any product (even gentle) would cause redness/sting. Takes weeks to recover. Even 1% retinol is too strong for most people.

Azealic acid is a miracle product for me, it's the only thing that instantly calms down my skin and makes it less red.

>>18309346
Are you sure your skin is clean before you apply it? I had the same thing as you because I thought just washing my face in the shower would be enough, but using a UV camera showed me that it doesn't get rid of the sun screen at all. Just something to consider.

>>18309623
You need to be applying sunscreen on your face and neck any time you go outside before dark anon. A lip balm that contains at least 30 spf is also recommended. If it's winter just wear gloves if you don't want to put sunscreen on your hands as well.

>>18310173
I use Cerave foaming cleaning in the morning and evening, then beauty of joseon red bean water gel as moisturizer in the morning or sunscreen
I the evening ever since i added the cerave one (both the regular and the one specific for the evening) i wake up in the morning with some red spots that eventually turns into pimple
I've been looking for something similar to the red bean water gel for that fresh feeling but with no success

>>18309640
No you just have to check every general for the guides.

should i just use hyaluronic acid moisturiser and drop all my other skin care? i feel like most of its doing nothing. i might pick up a nicatinamide because i want to look ghostly pale but idk if it will do that

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I need advice on how to fix all of this. I looked into skincare stuff before but idk where to start my skin gets oily as well. What are good products to start with

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>>18304266
checked
yes this is the one. read package for instructions on how to use it
>>18304684
introduce sunscreen and moisturizer, maybe a gentle cleanser like LRP toleriane
AM:
- cleanse with water only or use cleanser if greasy
- moisturizer
- use sunscreen if going outside
PM:
- cleanser (to get rid of sunscreen)
- moisturizer
report back in 2 months
just keep in mind skincare is about consistency
>>18305698
yes
>>18307016
>Bought some dove bodywash but honestly my skin looks worse
they have a few lines of bodywashes, which one you chose? was thinking to get something myself but not sure which one
>>18307023
i usually use shampoo on my face. but at my girlfriends the water is really hard and i use filtered water on my face over the sink

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>>18308809
>whats the drawback to using strong retinols?
sometimes its redness, contact dermatitis, skin peeling off. you also need to use sunscreen obviously
>also what about retinoids? why cchoose over retinol?
retinol is a type of retinoids
there are stronger retinoids like adapalene, tazarotene, tretinoin. they are less irritating and more effective (because they need less changes to become retinoic acid). see this if you have not already: https://www.skinacea.com/retinoids/types-of-retinoids.html
>>18309346
the one you mentioned has shea butter early in the INCI list. try lightweight oil free ones, they help with oily/mixed skin type and acne.
cerave pm or neutrogrena hydroboost if you want to try something small. if you prefer big bottle get cerave moisturizing lotion. for kbeauty recs check archives
>>18309603
i would use sunscreen when leaving house for more than 30 minutes in that case
>>18309640
google looksmaxxing
>>18310171
sounds like rosacea
>>18310611
checked
depends on your skincare goals. post full routine and how long you have been doing it. were you consistent?
>i might pick up a nicatinamide because i want to look ghostly pale but idk if it will do that
it wont
>>18310825
start with cleanser, moisturizer, sunscreen and retinol (like cerave resurfacing retinol), these are absolute basics of most skincare routines. read about them and ask questions if you have any (when to apply etc) _before_ you start.
since your skin is oily, make sure to use oil free lightweight products only.
also check out youtube channels like Dr Dray or Doctorly for basic information (OP is a bit outdated)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hevaszImfJk

>>18310858
Thanks friend I'll check out the YouTube channel I've been looking at kbeauty stuff for awhile and American face products to and it has been a struggle to figure out how to fix My acne...

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>>18310923
Assuming you're >>18310825 don't worry about the k beauty stuff, just get the basics down like >>18310858 said. The only asian skincare products I'd look into are the sunscreens. I'm also black asian sunscreens are the only ones that don't make me look like I'm Dave Chappelle doing whiteface.

>>18310933
Lol I understand I'll just do the basics

>>18310858
>post full routine and how long you have been doing it. were you consistent?
i inconsistently do retinol 1% and cerave moisturiser at night, hyaluronic acid moisturiser in the morning. i use the aldi ha moisturiser, people always comment on my skin when i use it. im thinking i need to rework this routine because its not very good. sunscreen when i go out of course (when longer than 10 minutes)

Any way to avoid lower eyelid wrinkles? Used to just apply tret directly on my under eye region but I keep seeing people complaining about getting severe permanent dry eyes so I stopped.

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>>18310948
yeah start with any drugstore brand like cerave or cetaphil. neutrogena hydro boost line works too (they have good fragrance free moisturizer and cleanser)
>>18311275
seems like you are after a basic routine, possibly anti aging? what are your skin issues? since you are saying it is doing nothing. if you are <25 i am not sure if you will see any significant changes from retinol.
im unsure about hyaluronic acid effects but afaik they are short term (idk 24-48h?). i really dont care about it in my routine. they pack it everywhere anyway so there is not much choice. but on the positive side of things HA helps other ingredients to penetrate the skin.
if you like the aldi ha moisturizer - keep using it. if you are after hydration, simple slugging with petroleum jelly in pm does great things and reduces trans epidermal water loss of your skin by 99%. but do moisturize before that
i am unsure about your other products (sunscreen, retinol) and their ingredients but check if they already have HA on the INCI list.
>>18311418
>Any way to avoid lower eyelid wrinkles?
anything that stimulates collagen production: retinoids, certain types of vitamin c serums, high percentage glycolic acid peels, copper peptides
apply with some spacing so it does not get into your eyes
>severe permanent dry eyes
been using various retinoids under my eyes and im fine, currently tazarotene 0,1%. see how it works for you before you make a decision
if i get too close to my eyes with any product (moisturizers mostly) my eyes sting a little randomly throughout the day

>can't fix dark circles because I can't gain weight at all without 3000+ calories every day
It's over?

>>18311577
yes, die

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>>18311418
>lower eyelid wrinkles
i have had good luck with hyauloronic acid to smooth out eye bag wrinkles, just added retinoids and alpha arbutin + HA to lighten and thicken the skin under my eyes, please hope!

>>18311577
>can't gain weight at all without 3000+ calories every day
Half-cup of peanut butter is around 760 calories. Blend that shit with milk and protein powder to get over 1000 calories that you can chug.

>>18312036
it's so easy to gain weight, a single fast food meal is like 2000 calories if you get multiple refills of soda, you have to really try to stay skinny and malnourished.

>>18312453
>is like 2000 calories if you get multiple refills of soda,
This is true but that's sloppy weight.
Peanut butter is mostly unsaturated fats, with a decent amount of protein. It also has a decent mineral profile. Almond butter is even better. You can genuinely make gains with a peanut butter protein shake a day. Not so with multiple liters of soda.

>>18267846
>Studies on how diary and sugars create acne
What if I'm lactose tolerant?