u/JEYCHIM

I’ve been using tretinoin daily + sunscreen and a Korean moisturizer, and I shave frequently.

I also use Elidel on and off because I suspect perioral dermatitis.

My skin looks generally okay, but I’m dealing with:
Persistent redness (especially cheeks/nose area)
Some texture and visible pores
Blackheads on my nose that won’t go away

I suspect I might be over-irritating my skin (tretinoin + shaving?), but I’m not sure how to balance everything without making things worse.

Any advice on calming redness + clearing blackheads without wrecking my skin barrier?