Woke up yesterday and trying to figure out what this may possibly be. Here is updated photo after face wash, applying coconut oil, oregano oil, and applying chapstick from Whole Foods(365 peppermint version). Not sure if I should worry or wait until Sunday for more results?
Have been using tazarotene 0.1% for 7 months now. I currently use it after moisturizer. Over the years I’ve used different moisturizers, cleansers, different routines, and sunscreens. Yet my skin looks the same. I’ve tried applying taz on clean day skin before moisturizer and also applying without using moisturizer before or after. I was prescribed Azelaic acid 15% 3 months ago. I used it twice a day, but that also didn’t help. I paid for telehealth and they said I should use clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide. My acne isnt inflamed, and I don’t want to bleach my eyebrows. Plus benzoyl peroxide can be very drying. I’m thinking of just going to a dermatologist, but I don’t want to waste money if change isn’t guaranteed.
My routine is simple
AM
Rinse face with water
Cetaphil moisturizing cream
Skin 1004 sunscreen
PM
Vanicream gentle cleanser
Cetaphil moisturizing cream
Tazarotene 0.1%
I dropped the AA 15% after 3 months because it didn’t seem to be working.
26m no idea what this stuff under eyes, on nose and honestly all over face are i used to have such a simple routine and it no longer works for whatever this stuff is recent year
thank you all for the suggestions last month . i got on .25% tretinoin, using cerve intense moisturizer cream , & black girl sunscreen KIDS 30 spf and here is the progress… only less than 2 month of progress and im amazed 🥹.. i do get a little breakouts here and there and thats if my cycle is near& if i neglect my diet (eat too non balanced meal & low water intake) … i was also prescribed spironolactone however did not start due to potential s/e…. any who ….. here’s what my face is looking like !!
My skincare routine so far that I have been sticking to is CeraVa acne control cleanser, cetaphil lotion, thayers hydrating milky toner on makeup days and the use the ordinary glycolic acid 7% but I don’t use that that regularly. For sunscreen I have neutrogena hydro boost spf 50 but I just recently got a new sunscreen that I have not started to use yet, it’s the beauty of joseon relict sun aqua- spf 50+ PA++++.
For my body care I have been using the naturim glow getter and glycolic acid body wash but it looks like it’s not really doing anything for my discolouration.
Sorry the lighting isn’t great but It’s on both sides of my cheek. Not my exact check but a little closer to the sideburn area. It’s gotten slightly less noticeable since I got a tan but in the winter it’s so noticeable and I can’t stand it.
Products I’m using:
I use an SPF everyday (dermalogica)
Tatcha moisturizer or dermalogica intensive moisturizer
The ordinarys brand retinol and hyaluronic acid
And Cerave foaming wash as a cleanser
I been dealing with this for like a year, i had a beauty mark right here and i can’t get it off i use cerave facial moisturizer, ordinary set, peppermint soap anything will help im just ready to get this off my face please help
Hi everyone when I was 19 my wife permed my beard and it didn’t go well I got these light spots that I think are from that perm how can I even out my skin tone any tips appreciated I just wanna know how to fix it if I can’t fix it I don’t mind just growing my beard back or using make up honestly
Hey friends, I'm running low on my cerave hydrating facial cleanser and have to start looking for another one. the bottom half of my face always gets dry after washing so idk what skin type that'd make me, do any of you have some good recs?
**TIMELINE: 1yr between pictures. Improvements started about 5 months in.**
In addition to clearing my skin, I also cleaned my diet up a little bit. More fruits & veggies basically. I was dealing with a lot of bloating & inflammation & it showed in my face. This isn’t even the worst of my skin. It got so bad that my face was constantly in pain. I stopped taking pictures after a while because I hated seeing myself.
Now, let’s get to the meat of the matter.
Products used in no particular order:
\- Tazarotene. Used at nights. I think a lot of you would’ve seen this coming from a mile away. Retinoids make a difference. Individual results may vary.
\- azelaic acid 20%. Used in the mornings mostly.
\- Kojic acid 1%. Helps with stubborn hyperpigmentation. Used at nights.
\- Niacinamide 4%. Also helps with hyperpigmentation.
\- I do not use cleanser in the mornings. Only water. evenings I double cleanse to remove makeup & sunscreen.
\- cleansers were Ponds Cold Cream makeup remover & Cetaphil gentle cleanser. I’ve now switched to a Korean brand what so far works well.
\- PDRN skin serum (optional tbh). I’m not sure if the topical PDRN does much of anything but the serum is hydrating & gives a beautiful glow.
\- PDRN moisturizer. Again, same thing. So moisturizing I buy it in bulk from Korea. I love it!
\- sunscreen. Korean.
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or esthetician so none of this is medical advice. Always consult a professional.
Further notes: I do get breakouts from time to time. Mainly hormonal on my chin & occasionally my cheek. Also, some of my hyperpigmentation is old & stubborn & at this point in my life, I doubt they’ll improve without advanced skincare such as laser treatment.
I've also cut back on the active sin my routine because i think i've seen as much improvements as i can get. I'm maintaining now with just a retinoid and sunscreen.
Besides that, I also started *microneedling* at some point later in my journey. I saw the greatest results BEFORE but I think microneedling is helping my overall appearance & skin health & I like doing it. I could do without it tbh. I added it much later because I wanted to see what else I could achieve for my skin.
Heya, this is a 6-year-old hyperpigmented scar and I honestly feel like I’ve tried everything possible. The discoloration has stayed the same for years and it’s starting to affect my confidence a lot, especially because I have these scars on multiple parts of my body. I’ve already tried vitamins A, C, and E consistently, along with glutathione supplements and creams, but I haven’t seen any real improvement. I’ve also used different brightening products over time, yet the scars still look dark and stubborn.
At this point, I’m wondering if hydroquinone is worth trying, especially for older scars like these. Has anyone here successfully treated long-term hyperpigmentation that’s several years old? If hydroquinone helped you, how long did it take before you noticed results, and did you experience any side effects? I’m also open to hearing about other treatments that actually made a visible difference, whether it’s prescription creams, chemical peels, lasers, or anything else. I’d really appreciate honest advice because I’m feeling discouraged and running out of options.
My last hope is hydroquinone should I try it?
In March I did my first round of Neo + Era Aerolase laser treatment and my skin on about week 4 post treatment has turned a completely different shade. Since then I’ve returned to the clinic. They recommended I do another treatment to reset my skin. I’m on week 3 after that, no signs of returning to my original skin color. Suggestions please
Help please I don’t know what my face needs, whenever I try make up it looks ashy and dirty, now am avoiding make up. I had an accident on my right cheek left a bit of hyperpigmentation but it’s fading. Dry skin or what not, I just wanna know what I can do so I don’t look a 30/ 40 year old, and can improve my look. And I am using neutrogena face cleanser and Clarince day face cream.
I'm 8 weeks into tret 0.025% and wanted to share what i have noticed because ive been logging everything daily on Thea since day one. Weeks 1 to 2: skin felt tight and dry but no purge yet. Weeks 3 to 5: purge hit HARD, jawline and chin covered in new spots, I wanted to quit so badly. Week 6 to 8: purge calming down, old spots healing fast, texture getting smoother. The thing that surprised me most from my log was how much skipping nights mattered. Every time I skipped tret 2 nights in a row my skin got worse within a few days. I also discovered that a moisturizer I was using on offnights was clogging my pores and the only reason i caught it because the pattern was right there in my data. If youre starting tret please track everything from day one. You will thank yourself so much during the purge when it feels like nothing is working but the data says otherwise.
Has anyone else noticedd patterns they wouldn't have caught without tracking?
Dealing with textured skin probably from shaving 2-3 times a week. First two is before and last 4 is after about 7 weeks of skin care routine. Not sure how much progress I made but can yall be honest and tell me what yall think and tips to improve.
I'm a 23 yo male never really had a skincare routine, before I just rinsed my face with water in the morning or used whatever body wash I had available to get rid of the oil, so I'm looking for recommendations on products to start building a routine with to fix my clogged pores and extremely oily skin.
If so, what are your results like? I’m thinking of buying it and also wondering what the scent is, everyone says it’s a subtle scent or it may throw people off but as long as it’s not strong, it should be okay.
had chin ache for years at this point and I can’t seem to stop picking at the coarse hairs that pop up constantly. It’s made my super insecure about my face and I know that u may have to get laser hair removal in the future but how do u get rid of the acne and the marks. I don’t have much of a routine for my skin other than washing it with a cleanser and exfoliating once in a while. Any products or advice would help a lot. Thanks guys!
Hi, I’m looking for general advice, not a diagnosis. I’ve had these dark, dry-looking patches/spots on my inner elbow crease for a few months now. It doesn’t hurt, and I don’t think there’s pus, bleeding, bad smell, or open wounds. The area looks darker than my normal skin and a bit rough/dry. I’m wondering if this could be irritation, eczema, or a reaction from a cream/product I used before. Should I see a doctor or dermatologist for this, especially since it has lasted this long? What details should I watch for?
Anyone have any experience with this chemical sunscreen? I seem to be allergic to chemicals sunscreens but this great mineral one I have my eye on is expensive and in the mean time I wanna opt for something cheaper if it’s gentle. Anyone with sensitive skin have luck with beauty of joseon?