r/Skinfessionals

Honest question- how organic and real are they?

What makes you believe that a skincare product actually works?

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Hey everyone, I’m 19 and completely new to skincare.

I’ve always had "good" skin and never had acne, so I got away with doing nothing my whole life, but lately my skin has changed. It feels and looks very dry, and I’m noticing a lot of rough texture and fine lines that are really bothering me at my age.

The few random products I’ve tried make my skin flare up a bit, it gets a bit red and forms small, pimple-like bumps.

What I need help with:

How to fix the dryness and texture without triggering a reaction

Recommendations for a super basic, gentle routine (cleanser, moisturiser, SPF)Where should I start?

Also, the past few months I've developed a red cluster on my chin that won't go away? There like tiny pimples but there not even pimples. I've never have anything like this on my face before.

Where do I even start? Any recommendations for a basic, sensitive-skin-friendly routine? Thanks!

There are so many products and ingredients being recommended online that it’s hard to know what’s genuinely worth trying.
I’m curious, what’s one skincare product or ingredient that you personally noticed a difference with, and how long did it take to see results?

I’ve been going back and forth on which LED mask to buy and figured I’d ask here before I finally decide.
I have mild rosacea on my cheeks, but I also get the occasional breakout, so I’d really like something that can help with both. I’m also prone to migraines, so I’m a little worried about how bright some of these masks are. I definitely don’t want something that feels uncomfortably bright or gets really hot.

Has anyone with rosacea found a mask that has helped with redness and acne, without being super bright or hot?
I’ve mostly been looking at the CurrentBody Multi-Light and Omnilux Clear, but I’m open to other suggestions too.

I’m also a little hesitant about the CurrentBody because I’ve heard some people mention having issues with their devices, and I’m wondering how good their customer service is if something goes wrong. Has anyone actually had to deal with CurrentBody customer service because their mask stopped working or they had a warranty issue? How was your experience?

If you have rosacea, I’d love to know what you’re using and whether you’d buy it again. And if you’re sensitive to bright light or prone to migraines too, I’d especially love to hear from you!

Hi everyone, I’ve been using 0.25 tretinoin gel for 5 months now and I’m afraid I’m not noticing a difference in my acne with it.
I use the cerave moisturizer(the one in the tub that u can get at Costco in a pack of 2)
For face wash I use the cera ve hydrating foaming cleanser and the non foaming one as well
I’ve been using the sandwich method ever since starting tret and my skin isn’t peeling or anything like that but even if my skin clears for a few days the acne always comes back(on the lower part of my face)
I’ve also been on spironolactone 50 mg for about 3 weeks now which I’m aware isn’t long enough to actually notice a difference but I just feel disheartened about the way my face looks as school is about to start again and this combination isn’t exactly working

I’m in my early 30s and have started noticing some faint lines around my eyes and on my forehead that weren’t really there a few years ago. They’re not deep, but I’d like to keep them from becoming more noticeable if I can. I already wear sunscreen and keep my skincare routine pretty simple, but I’ve been looking into other options too. Has anyone tried devices for fine lines or general skin aging? Did you notice a difference, and if so, how long did it take before you started seeing results?

Hey everyone, just curious about how you all handle your skin, especially when those first big breakouts hit.

• The panic moment: What’s the first thing you do when you get a bad breakout? (Toothpaste? Mom's advice? Frantically searching Reddit?)
• The fix: Are we actually team hydrocolloid pimple patches, or do you prefer sticking to regular salicylic acid face washes and creams?
• Who do you trust: Where do you get your actual skincare advice? Influencers, friends, or a literal dermatologist?
• The cringe: Does anyone else feel like skincare brands are sometimes super cringe when they try to appeal to teens? What makes a brand actually cool vs. just trying way too hard?

Have the most stubborn skin tag in my armpit. Want to get it off asap but don’t want to go to the derm. Has anything worked for you to eradicate it completely? TIA!

everyone’s advice was right! i had a pretty large milia on my cheek (quite noticeable in photos and irl) and it finally came out today! i used a combination of methods so im not sure which fixed it, but it worked!

for a week or so i did the hot water on a towel to dry it out trick, it seemed to harden it and bring it to the surface more but wouldn’t come out. i use glycolic acid toner anyway but i started putting more onto the milia and rubbing it gently when i did my skincare. this also did seem to bring it to a “head” more.

however, the strangest thing happened a few days ago. i got a pimple right where the milia was! it became really red and prominent (albeit painless), became a lot harder and brought the milia to the surface a lot more. i noticed one day after washing my face that the pimple seemed to be popping, but it was just normal pimple contents & not the milia. i put hydrocolloid patches on it for a few days & after that i continued my skincare routine as normal. the pimple/milia began to shrink and today i simply itched my cheek and felt the whole milia just pop out.

i can’t believe something i dealt with for so long is finally gone! i only have one left on my waterline now, so i will continue to take these steps^ and hopefully find out which works best!

just wanted to share my success story with you guys, i hope the same happens to you if you want to get rid of your milia! i read a lot of potential solutions on this reddit page and didn’t believe any until now, you don’t have to have milia forever!

I am also curious , is anybody allergic to Linalool?