It always seems like it simple thing. I guess I should look at getting to a skin clinic and getting an assessment.
Seems like they're all over the city, so lots of options.
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It always seems like it simple thing. I guess I should look at getting to a skin clinic and getting an assessment.
Seems like they're all over the city, so lots of options.
If you like the Paula's Choice active, you should try the Mizon AHA 8% Peeling Serum. I personally think it's a superior version of Paula's Choice. Not to mention half the price, if not more.
Konjac sponges are good when it comes to those types of exfoliants.
I don't really have experience with ingrowth hair, but judging from what was recommended I'd throw in clay mask in there too. The Innisfree Vocalnic Clay mask is my personal favourite.
Also don't forget to moisturise after exfoliating, it can be quite drying in the winter and harsh.
Oh snap! That's a good price!! Thank you so much :) I'll look into it!!
I follow Dr Dray on YouTube and have finally found my favourite skincare routine.
Basically just a cleanse with Neutrogena Acne Cleanser (orange stuff in pump bottle) followed by Neutrogena Hydroboost Gel right after on a wet face, and then CeraVe moisturizer when the gel has dried.
The cleanser takes care of my (mild) acne, removes makeup really well, and gives me a super satisfying cleanse. The gel is nice and cool, and makes me so damn soft. The moisturizer followup seals all that shit in.
I've been super lucky with this routine, as none of these products are pricey or hard to find.
Basically just a cleanse with Neutrogena Acne Cleanser (orange stuff in pump bottle) followed by Neutrogena Hydroboost Gel right after on a wet face, and then CeraVe moisturizer when the gel has dried.
The cleanser takes care of my (mild) acne, removes makeup really well, and gives me a super satisfying cleanse. The gel is nice and cool, and makes me so damn soft. The moisturizer followup seals all that shit in.
I've been super lucky with this routine, as none of these products are pricey or hard to find.
I don't keep up with any specific brand but I always use moisturizing lotion since I live in a high altitude desert area. ( New Mexico)
Which CeraVe moisturizer? Do you think helps with lines and dryness? I am looking for a CeraVe moisturizer, but I am a little confused about which one is the best. It is a little expensive in my country (about $35) so I am doing a little research before I buy it.
Thanks for the answer, catberry! In fact this week I bought a FPS30 serum sunscreen (to save a bit of my Bioré sunscreen in cloudy days when I don't need a FPS50+++ protection) and it is mainly composed by silicone, and made wonders to control my oiliness - the first product to do that. It can transfer if you rub your face and isn't waterproof, but it has hyaluronic acid on it, and I am liking it by far - and it didn't give me any breakouts.
I also finally received my Moistfull Collagen emulsion and toner, and I think it is kinda sticky and it didn't made my face plump and hydrated as I thought it would... I have to water it down with thermal water or my usual watery toner to be able to apply it and make it be absorbed. Maybe I am just not really used to the texture of Korean products yet. The smell is wonderful, though - like the Sulwhasoo products I got, loved the herby smell! But since I started research about skincare I got a lot more skeptic about 'natural' actives, I am more drawn to the more traditional dermatology with acids and etc.
I watched Wishtrend a few times recently and I felt like it was... An ad. I didn't think that many of their products (like Vitamin C) are that different from the Western version. Is a great place to understand Korean brands better, though.
I am almost a hater of Lush - it is so overrated. And expensive. And also, its hype is Buzzfeed's fault!
AM and PM ones are the ones I'd go for without thinking twice about it. As the name suggests, one for AM, one for PM.
I use spf 50++++ all year long and I live in the UK - barely any sun here, especially now. I would sometimes replace it with a tiny bit of coconut oil in the winter though, as my skin gets really dry in the cold and oils have UV protection. However, I don't think it's main purpose is the spf factor, but it's also evening out the skintone. For example if you have redness or acne scars and use sunscreen every day, they will fade over time. That's the primary reason I started using it. Sun protection and wrinkle care is just a bonus. Wrinkles aren't really a thing in my family, so I'm not too worried about that, thankfully. I have enough on my plate with the acne :D
Do you mind sharing that serum though? It sounds interesting.
I use the moistfull collagen emulsion and I love it. However I never found it heavy or sticky. That said, I do use a tiny bit of it and spread well. Veeeeery thin layer.
Wishtrend have terrible presenters, I feel like. Very amateur who have no idea what to do when someone tells them 'sell a product'. They used to be a lot more genuine back before they got a lot of attention, but hey - that's what happens. However they are still pretty factual about products. They are selling them but they're not gonna lie about what's in them and what it's good for, like western brands often do.
I believe in taking care of myself, and a balanced diet and a rigorous exercise routine.
In the morning, if my face is a little puffy, I'll put on an ice pack while doing my stomach crunches. I can do over a thousand now!
After I remove the ice pack, I use a deep pore cleanser lotion.
In the shower, I use a water activated gel cleanser.
Then a honey almond body scrub. And on the face, an exfoliating gel scrub.
Then apply an herb mint facial mask, which I leave on for 10 minutes while I prepare the rest of my routine.
I always use an aftershave lotion with little or no alcohol, because alcohol dries your face out and makes you look older.
Then moisturizer, then an anti-aging eye balm followed by a final moisturizing protective lotion.
I didn't know that oils had UV protection, very interesting! I love oils, but I think here is too hot to use them during the day [Brazil, what to expect lol] - at night they made wonders for my skin. I really love rosehip oil, it is helping a lot with my eyes, until I find my perfect eye cream [still on the quest!].
Of course! It's called Ensolei Profuse AOX FPS 30 Serum. It also came with a free bottle of thermal water, so it was really worth it.
Definitely. I am so tired of seeing western brands and bloggers lying about a product which the active ingredient is in the bottom of the list of components [like that Vichy Idealia eye cream, and the Serozinc from La Roche-Posay bullshit]. Even famous french oils like the Nuxe one are a little bit too hyped [but Claudalie deserves it tho].
I will look for the CeraVe creams! Thank you very much!
I'm not 100% confident ALL oils have UV protection but I know for certain that argan and coconut do. I use argan on my hair and coconut on my face and I know both of them have UV protection.
Thanks for that! I'll check the serum out, it sounds great.
One of the reasons I'm such a strong believer in Korean cosmetics is because of that. They may be selling a product but they will ALWAYS go into detail about ingredients, what it is good for and what it isn't good for and NEVER lie about it. Western culture is so much about 'hey use this, it's amazing for EVERYTHING, like some sort of a MIRACLE!'
It's only become common in recent years for people to discuss ingredients in the west, while in the east that has always been the case, which is why they generally have better products imo.
And a big hat!
It's the very basic blue/white pump bottle moisturizer for normal to dry skin, fragrance free with ceramides and hyaluronic acid.
Is anyone able to suggest some really great sunscreens that are comparable to Kiss My Face? Looking for some good SPF 30 to put on for the day.
I think Kiss My Face is Zinc Oxide based, yea?
Would this be a decent choice?
I think Kiss My Face is Zinc Oxide based, yea?
Would this be a decent choice?
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Got a very strong cream for my dishydrosis on my hands, and it's a steroid. The dermatologist was grumpy and didn't let me talk much, and said it could be an allergy to anything but that it's weird that it's only on the one hand.
He wants me to put it on every morning and every night, but I haven't been too faithful because I prefer to just put it on at night. I don't want to get cream all over everything I touch during the day.
Apparently it's so strong it's advisable to use a q-tip and only put a small amount on the infected area. It does burn very slightly, so that makes sense.
He wants me to put it on every morning and every night, but I haven't been too faithful because I prefer to just put it on at night. I don't want to get cream all over everything I touch during the day.
Apparently it's so strong it's advisable to use a q-tip and only put a small amount on the infected area. It does burn very slightly, so that makes sense.
I have relatively oily skin and this has worked wonders on my face and my back. Took about a year of near-daily use and now I rarely have any acne.
I've used this too and it didn't really do anything for me. I'll try Cerave
I think I overproduce sebum. Everytime I return home from the gym, I have to immediately hop into the shower or else skin around my mouth and nose will turn dry and flakey. It doesn't help that I'm also in Canada where winter is coming. Any tips as I do cleanse, moisturize, etc. Nothing seems to work.
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I think I wash my hands too often. They're always dry as hell. I hate the greasy feeling that lotions leave on my hands, and I hate touching stuff (like my phone) and getting lotion grease on them. Is there a "quick-dry" sort of lotion out there for people like me?
I hear people say cold spoons. But yeah, uh.. sleep and moisturize.
Use a thicker cream/lotion. I've had good luck with First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream. You can get a sample at Sephora if you walk in.
Ugh a lot of lotions are like that.
Surprisingly, I had a lot of luck with Vaseline lotion. It's cheap and doesn't leave my hands feeling gross like others.
Been using moisturizer on my face (and sometimes hands) since I was 12-13, when I hit puberty I really suffered from dry skin after taking showers.
I dunno about using anything else, never really felt needed.
I dunno about using anything else, never really felt needed.
Thanks for this thread it's extemely helpful. I'm currently 27 years old and I have had a love/hate relationship with my skin ever since I started getting my first acne since I was a teen. In general I have improved greatly compared to what I used to go through before. In the past I would get massive breakouts and even sometimes would get these nodules that would get infected and swell up parts of my face. It was really disheartening and a blow to my confidence. Eventually I was placed reaccutane treatment when all the face washes and prescription creams didn't work. All that ended by the time I was about 19. Since then my skin has definitely cleared and relatively speaking is no where near as bed as before but I still get minor breakouts here and there.
However, my big issue right now isn't active acne lesions, but the scars that have been left behind. Similar to my mother actually, I have acne scars all over my face around my cheekbones and temple areas. Many people tell me it's not noticeable but to me it sticks out like a sore thumb whenever I see pics, vids, or even my reflection when there is direct sunlight on me. It really bothers me and kills my confidence. I've spoken to my aunt who is a dermatologist and she is recommending combination of therapies such as dermapen, laser treatment, and subscision. Hopefully I can do that one day but at the moment with my work week it's tough for me to commit to that kind of regimen. Are there any home care options I can do in the meantime to even out my skin tone and hide the scars a little bit at least?
TL:DR: After years of dealing with poor skin and acne I currently have multiple acne scars and an uneven skin tone (darker spots). Any good home care products to even everything out?
However, my big issue right now isn't active acne lesions, but the scars that have been left behind. Similar to my mother actually, I have acne scars all over my face around my cheekbones and temple areas. Many people tell me it's not noticeable but to me it sticks out like a sore thumb whenever I see pics, vids, or even my reflection when there is direct sunlight on me. It really bothers me and kills my confidence. I've spoken to my aunt who is a dermatologist and she is recommending combination of therapies such as dermapen, laser treatment, and subscision. Hopefully I can do that one day but at the moment with my work week it's tough for me to commit to that kind of regimen. Are there any home care options I can do in the meantime to even out my skin tone and hide the scars a little bit at least?
TL:DR: After years of dealing with poor skin and acne I currently have multiple acne scars and an uneven skin tone (darker spots). Any good home care products to even everything out?
I have relatively oily skin and this has worked wonders on my face and my back. Took about a year of near-daily use and now I rarely have any acne.
I use Neutrogena Body Clear and it's been fantastic for back pimples as well.
Under eye masks. Like this - I've heard great things about it. Just leave them on at night when you're at home until they dry out.
Have you tried Aveeno hand creams? They're heavy moisturisers for dry hands but they absorb really fast. Nothing greasy about it. I'd also suggest looking at water-based ones in general.
Sunscreen every day helps the most to fade out scars over time. But keep in mind, scars take years to fade and severe scars will never fully fade away. Use creams with niacinamide - that helps a lot with evening out skintone.
I personally have acne scars from my teenagehood as well, when I used to pop them and then try hard to cover it all with makeup (terrible times, no youtube to tell me how wrong that is) and I'm saving up to get a fraxel laser treatment. It removes acne scars and makes your skin kind of perfect, really. Helps with enlarged pores as well. It basically burns out the top layer of your skin and lets new skin grow. It's not painful though. Loads of videos on youtube from people having it done. People in Korea get that treatment like every 6 months or so. Costs like $100 there, it's crazy :(
Vitamin C, retinol, and hydroquinone. All of those can be bought OTC. Spot fade with hydroquinone, retinol/Vit C is for the whole face.
I'm waiting for my private insurance to kick in but: I need a OTC shampoo for this issue: I've spent the last year or so with itchy/sensitive scalp.
Ever since I applied a hair dye a year ago: I cannot put any oil/cream/whatever on my scalp. It burns and itches for days.
Hair growth has slowed a lot as well.
Help.
Ever since I applied a hair dye a year ago: I cannot put any oil/cream/whatever on my scalp. It burns and itches for days.
Hair growth has slowed a lot as well.
Help.
This is a really dumb question, but I'd thought I'd ask it in case anyone knew...
I've noticed pretty much all BHA exfoliants have a warning to be careful using it if you have an allergy to aspirin (I think that's related to salicylic acid in general). I don't have an allergy to aspirin, but I am on a steroid anti-inflammatory medication for 6 days that instructs me to not take blood thinners like aspirin/ibuprofen etc while I'm on it. Does this mean I should also not be using BHA exfoliant for a week as well? I'm assuming it's probably fine, since this is just topical application and I don't have an allergy to aspirin... Wanted to make sure with you fellow skin people, in case any of you might know. Thanks!
I've noticed pretty much all BHA exfoliants have a warning to be careful using it if you have an allergy to aspirin (I think that's related to salicylic acid in general). I don't have an allergy to aspirin, but I am on a steroid anti-inflammatory medication for 6 days that instructs me to not take blood thinners like aspirin/ibuprofen etc while I'm on it. Does this mean I should also not be using BHA exfoliant for a week as well? I'm assuming it's probably fine, since this is just topical application and I don't have an allergy to aspirin... Wanted to make sure with you fellow skin people, in case any of you might know. Thanks!
What are some natural ways to manage Eczema? I've had it on my fingers for years, and despite going thru several prescribed creams, it still haunts me.
Is there a correlation between diet and Eczema? I'm convinced dermatologists are interested in curing me, just keeping me coming back for more copays and fees.
Is there a correlation between diet and Eczema? I'm convinced dermatologists are interested in curing me, just keeping me coming back for more copays and fees.
I have horribly dry skin, like scaly-looking broken earth in the desert dry and my dermatologist recommended amlactin. Does a good job but the second I stop using it my skin reverts back to severely dry. Am I just stuck having to use product or is there some other lifestyle change I could do?
No one? :(
Anyone has experience with fighting closed comedones? I have a bunch of them and I would to get rid of.
The stuff that helped me with back acne was Body Clear® Body Wash-Pink Grapefruit. It smells nice and really helps with body acne.I'm still struggling with face acne so I can't help you there. :(
Thank you. Unfortunately is quite impossible to find that body wash here in my country.
For face acne I've heard that the Neutrogena brand has some really good face washes designed for acne.
I need to start using this avon stuff on the regular. It worked for me in college, but I've been lazy lately with applying it. I think I need to do it both in mornings and at night.
I've tried everything Neutrogena but it never works on my face. I've gone fully vegan when it comes to products I use on my face and so far it has yielded the best results.
Can frequent chemical exfoliation followed up with spf facial moisturizer for protection help even out your complexion? I have darker areas around my face as well as rougher spots. If so, what's the best facial spf moisturizer? I use stridex salicylic acid pads btw
Burning questions about acne? Oily skin? Dry skin? Wrinkles?
You've come to the right place.
I've answered hundreds of questions in threads and in PMs over the years, and now, in this new place we now call home, I'll answer hundreds (?) more. But first, some (very brief) background:
Skin is complex. Complex as fuck. But there are a few ground rules that everyone should abide by to treat it right. As a note, I'm not in any way affiliated with any of the companies whose products I may happen to recommend in this thread now or later. I will also not post any URLs to any products because I'm not seeking any referral link-generated profit. I just want to help!
So with that, here we go:
Step One: Cleanser
Cleansing is the first step to clearing dirt and oil from your face. This is important because the build-up of sebum (our body's naturally-produced oil), along with sweat and the general debris of the day, clog pores and provide the food source for the bacteria that cause acne and other facial blemishes. It's also important as a prep for the subsequent steps because it allows the active agents and other important ingredients to better penetrate the skin and do their job.
What To Look Out For: The best cleansers are free of fragrance, dyes, or any additive "tingling" ingredients like menthol or eucalyptus, which unfortunately pervade "men's" branded skin products. Since a cleanser is not meant to provide any skin care benefit beyond removing surface dirt and grime, it's also a waste of money to buy one that contains active ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. The twenty seconds or so that you rub it on before rinsing aren't enough time for them to penetrate into the skin.
Recommendations: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser, Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Step Two: Exfoliant
Exfoliating is the secret MVP of skin care. When we're younger, our skin naturally undergoes an accelerated cell turnover cycle that keeps it smooth, taut, and blemish-free. As we age, though, the combination of sun damage (we'll get back to this one), hormonal carnage, and poor lifestyle choices can leave skin sallow and unhealthy. Exfoliation through the use of products that contain beta-hydroxy and alpha-hydroxy acid help prevent and/or reverse skin damage by forcing the same accelerated cell turnover cycle that younger, healthier skin experiences. Its benefits are manifold: not only do you help reverse years of skin damage, but you also help ensure that future cellular turnover proceeds more smoothly and reveal younger-looking, healthier skin free of blackheads or whiteheads. As a note, BHA is best applied daily, whereas AHA is something that (due to its higher concentration) is better used weekly as an overnight treatment.What To Look Out For: The best exfoliants are free of alcohols, essential fruit oils, or any other drying and/or irritating ingredients, and should be packaged in opaque containers that keep out sunlight, not jars that let in oxygen and dirty hands. They need not contain extra cell-communicating ingredients like niacinamide or Vitamin C, but it only helps.
Recommendations: BHA = Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid; AHA = Alpha Hydrox AHA 10% Glycolic Acid Enhanced Lotion, Paula's Choice RESIST Skin Revealing Body Lotion with 10% AHA
Step Three: Moisturizer/Sun Protection
Exfoliation is a supremely effective antidote to skin aging and blemishes, but proper use of moisturizer and sun protectant are the preventative measures that render those problems moot to begin with. Moisturizing your skin is important, even for those who naturally produce excess sebum, because it keeps wrinkles at bay and provides a range of cell-communicating ingredients that supplement the rapid cellular turnover promoted by exfoliation. More importantly, though, it also provides sun protection in the form of SPF (sun protection factor) that minimize the negative effects of UVA and UVB radiation on the skin. UVA radiation is the type of deeply penetrating radiation that causes wrinkles over time, and can even develop into melanoma (skin cancer), while UVB radiation is the type that, while not penetrating deeply into the dermal layers, does cause uncomfortable sunburns and can create hyperpigmentation (darkened skin discolorations). Your morning moisturizer should contain an SPF of at least 30, but you have no need to use SPF at night. UVA/UVB rays penetrate clouds, glass, and clothing (so sunscreen is a year-round must!), but for obvious reasons, are not present at night. As a note, since exfoliation can make the skin more photosensitive (vulnerable to sunlight), it's imperative to follow any day exfoliation with at least SPF 30.What To Look Out For: In the morning, your moisturizer should be your sunscreen. Formulations nowadays (even mineral sunscreens containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) don't leave the ghostly white-ish cast that you might remember from childhood excursions at the beach.
Recommendations: Facial sunscreen = Kiss My Face, Face Factor SPF 30; Body sunscreen = NO-AD SPF 45; Night facial moisturizer = Dr. Carver's Miracle Repair Serum; Night facial moisturizer = Olay Quench Body Lotion Ultra Moisture
OK, that hopefully wasn't too much.
But it's only the tip of the iceberg. This is a very broad overview of what your ideal skin care routine might look like. However, because skin is complex (as fuck), there's a whole host of other more specific concerns that people might face. So if you have any questions about the following:...or anything else, then ask away! This is your space to learn everything and anything you ever wondered about your body's largest (and sexiest!) organ.
- Mild-to-severe OTC or prescription acne treatment
- Enlarged pores
- Dry/oily/combination skin
- Shaving/grooming/ingrown hairs
- Toners/serums/lotions/masks/essential oils
- Laser treatments
- Skin lightening/brightening
- Diet/exercise/genetics
- Smoking/drinking/masturbation
Any advice for back acne? My problem is that not only do I constantly get painful bumps all over my back, after they are no longer active they take forever to heal and stick around as dark spots for weeks.
I have yet to find a face wash that leaves my face feeling good. I've been having some comedonal acne on my chin and it's pissing me off.
How do you guys fight this?
And I feel that my skin complexion (especially texture) could be better. I don't know what to do - I'm never ok with my skin and am constantly changing products.
A user told me to user Neutrogena Body Wash and I've seen some good reviews on it. I have yet to try but probably it will be my next purchase.
Not really about skin care. But I have a couple of bumps (small but noticeable by me) around my neck/shoulder areas. I guess they are called lipomas and somewhat common?
Anything you can do that doesn't require surgerical removal? Anyone ever had that done?
Anything you can do that doesn't require surgerical removal? Anyone ever had that done?
I've met a lot of people with Eczema and unfortunately it is a thing that will be with you for ever. You need to adjust your lifestyle/regime around it to make it better... :(
Especially if it's on your hands, just getting into the habit of using hand cream after every hand wash I think is essential.
Unfortunately, I've never heard of anyone being 'cured' of eczema.
Same thing as above, just build a nice routine that works for you and get into the habit of doing it every day.
For example, I have super acne prone skin. In the past 5 years I've learned to follow my 3-5 step routine every morning and evening without a fail. I've come home drunk like shit and I've still done my routine, this is the kind of habit I've built.
Be very careful with frequent chemical exfoliation. I really wouldn't recommend doing it more than once a week, because it thins your skin and could be damaging over time.
The nutrogena one mentioned above. Clear body wash.
Have you tried the Shiseido Perfect Whip face wash or any of the Hada Labo foam ones?
No I haven't. They're quite pricey for me (I'm still finishing my master's degree) so I don't know if I should.
From what I read I need benzoyl peroxide (to actively fight acne) on my products. I had cystic acne a few years back that I eventually cured with medication (talked to my dermatologist about it) - now I want to keep my skin as clean as possible. I'm pretty sure I've been using some shitty products:
Loreal Men Expert Pure Power Exfoliator (using this one right now)
Nivea for Men Original Face Wash
BullDog Oil Control Face Wash
Garnier Pure Active Wash Scrub Mask 3 In 1 - this one can be a face wash, exfoliator and face mask
Pure Active Blackhead Removal Facial Cleansing Brush + Pure Active Intensive Deep Pore Gel Face Wash
But I must say that these last two were the ones that granted me the best results. Right now I'm using the Loreal Men Expert scrub combined with the Moisturiser and while the pimples redness tones down I feel like my skin is not exactly at its best. While I have oily skin, after using these products it can get flaky - basically I have oily skin that can get REALLY sensitive.
I'm still trying to find a regimen that treats my skin the right way. I don't want to go through that acne era again, I simply can't.
Hada Labo ones cost less than a dollar in Japan, surely some ebay seller will have a decent price?
They are on amazon prime, but that's overpriced, unless you really need it right now. I'd go to ebay for a more decent price on Japanese products when I'm not in a rush.
Also I've read some terrible stuff about Nivea as a brand. Can't really recall most of it to find it, unfortunately, as I have little interest in Nivea products, but I've marked it as something I do not want to use in my head. You gotta be very careful with those brands who often use alcohol and perfume - it's acne's worst friend. Use gentle products, in foam and gel forms.
Hhhmmm, depends on many things. Which one are you using?
I've never broke out from chemical exfoliator and I break out from a lot of things.
This thread is gold. I'm posting here to see if anyone has similar experience to mine and any possible tips.
1. I have scalp acne. Sometimes it's acne, sometimes it's more of an issue with scabbing/itchyness. I've tried multiple shampoos, conditioners, not using product in my hair, etc. Has anyone had any really good experience with fighting this successfully over a period of time? For reference, I have relatively thick-growing fine hair, and I do use product in my hair regularly.
2. I have very light (but still embarrassing) acne that seems to come on after shaving most commonly. I always make sure to cleanse before I shave, and it happens regardless of shaving with a razor or an electric shaver. Any tips here?
3. I'm starting to follow some of the tips outlined earlier in the thread. For years, I used the St. Ives scrubs with microbeads and crap in them. Switched over to the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. Still using the non-oil Neutrogena lotion as my main lotion in the morning/evening. My skin is generally oily as the day goes on to the point of feeling that I need to wipe down (but not super shiny). Can anyone recommend moisturizer/exfoliant combos that might pair well with the described skin and routine? If this info helps, I almost always have some kind of acne on my face, though it's almost always white heads/red bumps and not the more cystic type.
Thank you in advance to anyone with insight!
1. I have scalp acne. Sometimes it's acne, sometimes it's more of an issue with scabbing/itchyness. I've tried multiple shampoos, conditioners, not using product in my hair, etc. Has anyone had any really good experience with fighting this successfully over a period of time? For reference, I have relatively thick-growing fine hair, and I do use product in my hair regularly.
2. I have very light (but still embarrassing) acne that seems to come on after shaving most commonly. I always make sure to cleanse before I shave, and it happens regardless of shaving with a razor or an electric shaver. Any tips here?
3. I'm starting to follow some of the tips outlined earlier in the thread. For years, I used the St. Ives scrubs with microbeads and crap in them. Switched over to the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. Still using the non-oil Neutrogena lotion as my main lotion in the morning/evening. My skin is generally oily as the day goes on to the point of feeling that I need to wipe down (but not super shiny). Can anyone recommend moisturizer/exfoliant combos that might pair well with the described skin and routine? If this info helps, I almost always have some kind of acne on my face, though it's almost always white heads/red bumps and not the more cystic type.
Thank you in advance to anyone with insight!
Stridex salicylic acid pads. They have menthol, detergents, and fragrances according to r/skincareaddiction
I just ordered some Paula's Choice liquid BHA. It seems to be highly recommended and lacks any additives that could be causing irritation.
Asking againThis is what I current have on my amazon cart. Is it good enough? Also added a shaver because being a black male with razor bumps is not cute. Anything else I should add?
I've used Stridex long time ago. I don't remember it being irritating, but I also don't remember it doing anything other than drying my skin out. :(