u/Ouiouilebroccoli

I reviewed the CFR and I have an idea of the rating but I’m curious to see if other agree

I’ve worn bangs and long layers for about 15 years, minus that year where I chopped to a bob.
Loved it, I thought it was cute but it’s high maintenance…I’m also over my straight bangs. I think they are too thick, I can never cut them properly, you’d think I’d learn overtime…

Should I chop or continue to grow my bangs and maybe clean up my layers?

I started Tretinoid 0.01% in February, increased to 0.025% in March and added Azelaic Acid 15% in May.
I see no progress, especially for my acne.
I don’t get any peeling or burning sensation or any side effect so that makes me think I have a healthy skin barrier, right?

Do I keep pushing? Do I ask to increase strength? Do I try something else?

My dermatologist was pushing for me to get back on birth control to help my acne. I really don’t want to do thaaaaaat but I’m also tired of my acne. I’ll be 33 next month.