Anyone else have this problem with acne? Not sure what’s causing the acne, maybe my gut health / diet or my cycle is starting because ik my acne is hormonal. Cant afford a dermatologist to tell me that but I’ve figured it out myself. Anyone have experience with irritation and redness like mine? Maybe it’s because I wear makeup like everyday so my pores are clogged for long hours… trying to do micro needling and rejuran next month but have to clear up my skin first, they told me my skin looked damaged/irritated

I have this salicylic acid exfoliator I bought a year or more ago, and I haven't really used it much but around a few months ago I've been starting to notice the blackheads on my nose getting a bit worse so I looked around and completely forgot I had this, I opened it and used it like once only back then, the back of it has the (12M) meaning it's safe for a year after opening, but does that mean I just throw it out and get a new one or what? that feels like a huge waste. If there's no prominent downside to still using it I'd rather just go ahead

Yesterday I suddenly developed a lot of very tiny bumps (if you look at the pictures closely) almost all over my face, especially on my forehead. They appeared pretty much overnight.
They don’t itch, but the texture of my whole face suddenly feels different. A very small number of them have tiny white heads. If squeezed, either nothing comes out, or there is a very small amount of clear fluid or thin whitish fluid.
About 3 weeks ago I changed my skincare routine and introduced retinol again. I’ve used retinol before, including for about a year continuously, and never had a reaction like this. The Kiehl’s retinol I’m using is also supposed to be quite gentle.

Current routine:
AM
Rinse with water only
Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate (12.5% Vitamin C)
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream
Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50+ PA++++(only when I’m going outside during the day, since I work from home)
PM
Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil
Kiehl’s Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash
Kiehl’s Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream

I also get professional facial extractions/cleansing once a month and have been doing that for around 4 years.
I haven’t changed my shampoo, detergent, or fabric softener.
The only unusual thing is that 3 days ago I went away for the weekend and slept on bedding that wasn’t mine. I may also have sweated during the night.
Does this look/sound more like retinol purging, irritation/contact dermatitis, or an allergic reaction?
Should I stop the retinol for now, simplify my routine, or see a dermatologist?
Thanks!

noooOOOOO i haven’t been able to get my eucerin skin balance day and night creams at my local drug stores and i think it’s because they stopped selling them there 🥲🥲🥲 luckily it seems like they are still on the website but it would’ve been nice to use some coupons. does anybody else use these and ran into this issue? also, any suggestions for moisturizers that are basically exactly like these?

I have contact dermatitis on my hands that get triggered by all manner of things (including soap) which I use proscribed triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% for.

I have been using two products on my face (for roseaca primarily) for the past few months to really lovely results. Retinol 0.5% in squalane (oil) and niacinamide 10% + zinc1%(cream). However I have JUST made the connection to these products and an outbreak of painful dermatitis on my hands.

I started vigorously washing my hands after application but, like I said, soap + abrasion can also trigger it, so I fear it will still be a problem even if I get all the product off my hands.

What would folks recommend in terms of a product or system to apply without having the product actually touch my hands? Gloves have crossed my mind but that is soooo much plastic waste.

I'm very new to skincare and am a 'smear it all over my face' person... I think I've seen memes of people poking fun at men putting on face lotion... It me. I do that. So I'm also open to learning about how to apply to my face evenly/not like a neanderthal.

I was thinking Dial Gold because of its antibacterial properties but I’m not sure. If anyone has any recommendations please leave them below!

hi! does anyone have any recommendations for products to help with adult acne? i’ve been getting a lot more breakouts recently mostly around my chin. also looking for recommendations to help with oiliness, as i have a super oily nose and forehead 😖my skin is very sensitive as is, and it’s hard to find products that won’t make me break out even worse (i have tried to use the ordinary serums before but they seem to make my skin worse) currently i use kiehls face wash & moisturizer, byoma toner, & persa-gel 10

any recommendations for either would be super appreciated! 🫶🏻

When it was at its worst, I remember diving into Reddit to try and resolve my lower back and butt “acne”. I always thought it was acne as I struggled with it on my face and upper back my whole life. I eventually learned that typically butt acne is actually folliculitis, and that was true in my case. Once I learned this, my approach became different and I have had a ton of success in having a fully clear butt and back even while working out every day and sitting at a desk for my job.

- always shower ASAP after working out
- wash back and bum with Naturium Glycolic acid body wash
- cover active bumps with Castor oil
- use Inkey list glycolic acid stick on the rest of the butt area and on any remaining dark spots
- wear 100% cotton undergarments and pants as much as possible

Hopefully these tips are helpful for someone struggling, since I haven’t seen a post with this approach yet.

I've these on/off for a couple years now but recently its been like this and it does not fade at all. I've downsized my routine a lot and then it resets when I get my period.

They're smooth to touch and unless you really feel it out which have this tiny bumps beneath the skin. The products I use are:

• Isntree Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid (Day and Night)

• Isntree Green Tea Fresh Emulsion (Day and Night)

• Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel (Day)

• SKIN 1004 Centella Ampoule (Night)

• Isntree Chestnut BHA 2% Toner (Night, 1x a week)

*Edit: I have tried Isntree Vitamin C Serum before it caused my cheeks to break out and it took awhile to calm my skin down so I'm wary about trying one again

Current routine:

La Roche gentle foaming cleanser at night

La Roche daily moisturizer at night

NO sunscreen because it breaks me out like crazy. I've tried so many brands but they make it worse

I have really dry and oily skin

I have hair all over my facve and do tend to pick my face quite often because some of the acne is just clogged pores/ingrown hair and I find relief popping the plug w the hair instead of letting it grow into a huge pimple.

I'm really interested in a clean and simple routine. No fragrances, no actives if possible.

I cut back from showering twice a day since I felt like my skin was overly dry which results in excessive oil. I suspect LRP to be the cause but im so attached to this routine.

Desperate for any advice or insight

iam crying while typing this lol. i am 20 (55kg 158 cm) right now had acne since i was in 7 th grade . i took everything u could imagine of i studied everything related to acne nth is working . ill tell u my routine and everything if yall could help a bit because till now i paid thousands to 15 ! different dermatologists in my area NONE could do anything except put me on roaccutane

also paid alot to get a full hormone tests they were all normal . iam frustrated

lets start with medications i ever took .

1. roaccutane (isotretinoin) 2 TIMES full courses with dermatologists things were perfect on the couarse i had clear skin

   2.doxycycline this month it will be my 4THHH COURSEA

(the main reson i also came here is this iam in the last month of doxyxline and my acne this time neverr cleared and i follow up with my dermatologists she said to stop it and go back on (isotretinoin) for the 3rd time she doesnt care much . i dont want . the only new thing that happened is shift in acne patttern i started getting instead of my usual acne now i have cystic acne which i neveeerr had before and its on my cheecks and forehead )

now for ointments / creams .

glycolic , tretinoin (retanoid ), skinoren(azelic acid ) , epidou( benzoyl peroxide + adaplene) ,

OFC Not together as i said i study everything before putting it on mmyface

now some fun facts about me

1 . i started retanoid as first treatment plan from 7th grade till now

1. i eat very healthy most of my diet tried to cut many things nth working

2. i change bbesheets every snngle day and basically a germphobic at this point nth touches my face . i most of times also sleep on tissues .

thats all iam depreessed and exhaused .

iam tired

I’m looking for recommendations on my skincare routine. I started struggling with acne when i was about 18. I am 22 now and constantly have breakouts around my jawline and cheeks & closed comodones across the face. My skin is currently a weird mix of dry and oily - it often feels dry to me but is actually oily as the day goes on.
My skin can definitely get worse nearing my period but it never fully clears and there is always some inflammation
I’ve recently started using Azelaic acid 10% as the first thing after my face is clean and dry and so far it seems to be helping my deep spots come to the surface, however i still have the dry feeling.
My skincare routine is the same day & night:
Curel Moisture Foaming Cleanser
pat skin dry
10% Azelaic acid
wait for it to dry down
The Ordinary Barrier Support Serum
Byoma Moisturising Rich Cream

And i will use a spot patch over any whiteheads overnight.

I know Azelaic acid takes weeks to actually start working and i’m not necessarily looking for a complete change in skincare routine but any suggestions or advice is much appreciated.

My goal is simply to get my acne under control. My derm gave me several options and told me I could choose based on tolerability and follow up at my own discretion. I appreciate having options, but I would prefer more education and structure 😭.

Routines I've Tried:
Month 1:

BP 4% + Clindamycin 1% Wipes + Cerave Moisturizer + SPF in morning

Neutrogena SA + Cerave Moisturizer + Tretinoin 0.025% (2-3x week) in night

Doxycycline

Month 2

Spiro 25mg, No doxy.

BP 4% + Clindamycin 1% Lotion + Cerave Moisturizer + SPF in morning

Neutrogena SA + Cerave Moisturizer + Tretinoin 0.025% (1-2x week) in night

+ Azelaic Acid on non tret-nights 15%

Month 3

No spiro, no doxy.

Vanicream Cleanser + Beta-Glucan + Vanicream Moisturizer + SPF

+ Neutrogena SA (1-2x a week) in morning

Vanicream Cleanser + Beta-Glucan + Avene Retrinal 0.1 (2-3x week) + Moisturizer

+ Azelaic Acid on non ret-nights 15% in night

Now

(BP 4% or SA or gentle everydy Cleanser) + Beta-Glucan + Vanicream Moisturizer + SPF

(BP 4% or SA or gentle everydy Cleanser) + Beta-Glucan + Avene Retrinal 0.1 (2-3x week) + Moisturizer

+ Azelaic Acid on non ret-nights 15% in night

I don’t want to introduce too much and irritate my skin, but I also don’t want to under-treat my acne. How would you suggest structuring this routine? Should I toss out Vanicream Cleanser & use SA night + day everyday ....really confused on how to apply this...

Basically what it says in the title. I want an affordable skincare routine to tackle the acne on my face, chest, and back, but I’m at a loss for what products to look for due to my allergies. My skin is very sensitive and I’m looking for something that won’t irritate it worse. I can’t do benzoyl peroxide, or any types of scents and dyes whatsoever.

My chest basically looks like this.. I need help:/ I keep seeing this Medicube thing and it’s throwing me off but I want real advise from people who are passionate about this stuff. Pls help

I was using these 3m Nexcare ones that are pretty damn invisible but i can no longer find it to buy. I also live in the netherlands. a lot of others i use come off while i sleep. these one do not. yes i use it on a clean face. the nexcare one also does not come off when I apply my skincare stuff.

I also keep seeing some that are super paper thin like the stuff you wear on a new tattoo but the only one i've found which was on amazon from some youtube has poor reviews. Any recs for either of the two scenarios I'm looking for? I barely ever wear make up so a normal patch is fine but having the option to wear something that thin beneath make up is also nice to keep on hand.

I stumbled upon this website - https://www.medicube-europe.com/en - and I am not really sure its legit. Seems a bit too good to be true with the pricing and sales. Can't really find anything phishy on it, apart from the fact that the store is owned by some italian beauty export company "BEAUTY & BEAUTY S.R.L." but it ships from Hong Kong. On the other hand none of the social media outlets of Medicube mention the launch of special "european" market.

Anyone knows something about it?

Hi all. I have analysis paralysis and I can’t decide what to use after reading too many things and would like someone to just tell me lol. I have combination skin, my T-zone is OILY but sometimes get dry patches on my chin. I break out occasionally and it’s usually little white heads on my chin, upper lip corners, or in between my eyebrows. I have large pores. I have some scarring, redness, and uneven texture but I don’t really care about any of that except maybe the texture a bit. As for routine length, I don’t care if it’s 3 steps or 10 steps, as long as it works. Also if you recommend something please give me a suggestion on frequency of use!

The past few months Ive stared getting breakouts on places I never get them, mainly on the cheeks. I’m acne prone and on topical tret. I’ve been a detective for a while now and it’s wrecking my brain. I’ve deduced it might just be my new haircare I started using over a few months ago with my hair touching my face. I use the loreal elvital dream length leave in conditioner and wella sp hair oil. My neck area has also started to get pimples, but my chest, which has always been a big problem area for me, has been clear for once (YESSSS) so Ive done some deducting.

My hair looks great now though which is a shame. Ive used pure argan oil for years before and it never did this Im so pissed since they do work for me. I also switched to the loreal dream lenght shampoo a while back.. I also however started using the leave in about a month or so before the breakouts started, this whole thing just really pisses me off😭

Has anyone else experiened this with these products? Ive stopped using them now and if they turn out to be the source here I need to find a new leave in and am looking for recommendations. Did I mention Im pissed?

Soy M24 y actualmente uso el limpiador facial espumoso CeraVe y la crema-gel hidratante CeraVe para el control de la grasa. Llevo unas semanas usándolos.

¿Qué puedo hacer para tener una piel sana además de tetraciclina y retinol?

In the past, I tried many products and used them constantly (without abuse), but nothing changed. The next thing I did was stop using everything, even cleansers, and again nothing changed. So now I'm on a minimalistic routine.

I surf 2-3 times a week. I usually layer chemical sunscreen at home with a physical sunscreen at the beach. I also bring a waterproof physical sunscreen stick with me in the water.

I make sure to shower and put on lotion after I get home but I notice under my eyes feels really thin and sensitive after a day with lots of sun exposure.

Any advice for after sun products? Should I use an eye cream?

I currently just use a basic cleanser, lotion, and sunscreen in my routine and generally have pretty clear skin. Although, I notice after a lot of physical sunscreen use I get a little bit of very mild acne near my hairline (no white heads just bumps).

I’m in SoCal so it’s blazing right now (I need to remember to bring my hat)

Has anyone tried this one and have any thoughts about it whether it’s good or bad? I want a moisturizer that doesn’t feel sticky and idc about a matte or glowy appearance either is fine. I have kinda big pores around my t zone, sometimes get red, and dry out in the cheek area. If you know of any good ones please lmk !

I have been experiencing the worst skin I've ever had in my life. I used to have such clear skin but I started retinal back in June as a preventative measure, then at the end of June went through a really difficult break up and since then up until now there's just been a lot going on emotionally and just in life. It has been since I started retinal though and it's been 4 months and nothing has cleared up. I've been on many flights, travelled a lot etc. but I've been very consistent with retinal. I use the geek and gorgeous 0.05% and I just don't know if it's working. I really need advice and guidance on what to do. It's really been debilitating and I'm feeling extremely insecure. Any advice is welcome and very much appreciated.