How often do you use tretinoin + azelaic acid?

How often do you use tretinoin + azelaic acid?

I use tretinoin at night and Skinoren 20% in the morning, but my skin is very dry and peeling badly. It looks especially bad under makeup.
Do you use both daily, or alternate them? How often do you use each?
Would love to hear what works for others with dry skin!

u/goldscentie — 12 days ago

Anastasia brow powder duo

What color should I choose for my brown ashy hair? Taupe or Medium Brown? Now I use Mac omega single eyeshadow for my brows.

u/goldscentie — 2 months ago
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Should I keep my natural color or go back to blonde?

Hi! I could really use some honest opinions because I'm overthinking this.
I have an AirTouch appointment tomorrow, but yesterday I dyed my hair back close to my natural color because I wasn't sure if blonde was actually my best look anymore.
Here's the timeline:
Photos 1-2: My natural hair color.
Photos 3-4: My first blonde. This was the first time I lightened my hair.
Photos 5-6: My second blonde. It was lighter, but | started feeling like it looked "dirty" after a while. Looking back, I think maybe the transition from my natural roots wasn't blended enough, rather than the blonde itself being the problem.
Photo 7: My current color (dyed back close to my natural color yesterday).
For context:
Green eyes.
Very fair skin with a neutral undertone
Naturally ashy dark blonde/light brown hair.
What should I do?:(

u/goldscentie — 2 months ago

Should I switch from Differin to Epiduo Forte?

Hi everyone,
I’ve been using Differin (adapalene 0.1%) every night for about 6 months. Overall my skin looks really good and I don’t have active breakouts most of the time.
However, I still occasionally get a weird tingling/deep sensation under the skin on my jawline (usually before a painful cyst forms). Sometimes I can feel it even when nothing is visible on the surface yet.
I’m wondering if this means Differin isn’t preventing inflammation well enough.
Would it make sense to switch to Epiduo Forte for the added benzoyl peroxide (and stronger adapalene), even though my skin is mostly clear?
The thing is, I’m really scared to switch because my skin is finally clear, and I’m worried that Epiduo Forte might make it worse or cause a purge. I don’t want to lose the progress I’ve made.

u/goldscentie — 2 months ago

Satin finish foundation

Hi everyone!
I’m looking for a foundation with a satin finish—something that’s right between matte and glowy. I don’t want anything too dewy or radiant, but I also don’t like a flat matte finish.
I have normal to slightly dry skin, so I’m looking for something that won’t cling to dry patches and gives a natural, skin-like finish.
I’d love to hear your recommendations. Thanks in advance! 😊

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u/goldscentie — 3 months ago

Replacement for LPR

I’m looking for a replacement for the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser since it’s no longer available where I live.
I have acne-prone skin and use tretinoin, so I need something that’s very gentle and won’t strip my skin.
Right now I’m deciding between CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser and Prequel Cleanser.
I’d also be happy to hear any other recommendations.

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u/goldscentie — 3 months ago

How to balance proportions as a petite with a short torso?

Hey guys! I'm looking for styling advice for a petite frame with a short torso. Most petite tips focus on looking taller via high-waisted clothes, but high-waisted bottoms make my torso look nonexistent and completely throw off my proportions.
I just want to look balanced and put-together. What are your favorite cuts, rises, and styling tricks to harmonize a short torso when you're 5'2"? Thank you!

u/goldscentie — 4 months ago

Looking for a summer version of YSL Vanilla Couture

Hi everyone!
I’m absolutely obsessed of YSL Vanilla Couture, but as the weather is getting warmer, I feel like they’re becoming a bit too heavy/cloying for daily wear.
Does anyone know of a fragrance that captures that same sophisticated, vanilla vibe but is airy and light enough for summer?

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u/goldscentie — 5 months ago