Skin Actives

Skin Actives

Redwings112020-12-23T13:36:30.000Z
Yes, well said. I’m all for preventative skin care, “wish I knew then what I know now” so ++
I wouldn’t have to try and reverse sun damage from years of not wearing sunscreen and also having to deal with surface redness. I’m amazed at the age
Redwings112020-12-23T01:18:32.000Z
I have a standard skincare routine I follow and decided to get a little lazy. ++
Meaning, I eliminated “actives” for a little while, stuck with just the basics, cleanser, hydrating mist, antioxidant facial oil, moisturizer. My ski
transponster2020-12-21T03:36:31.000Z
What type of Vitamin C? If L-AA, I would introduce the tretinoin by itself +
at first and add back the C serum later only if your skin can tolerate both. I have sensitive/rosacean skin and alternate between the two (one day tr
Lizzy282020-12-17T11:42:52.000Z
When starting Tretinoin it's important to build up slowly; once a week for a month, then twice rop
a week and so on. It might take several months before being able to use it every other night or nightly. Using tret 3 x a week is still effective. On
missirresponsible2020-12-10T23:35:32.000Z
I’ve ditched all actives and my skin is the best it’s been for ages! So pleased! +
I’ve just been using gentle cleansers, toner (no alcohol) and moisturiser. I’ve also been using cold water to cleanse and am making sure to be very ge
4eyes2020-12-08T17:47:26.000Z
Some options if you are peri are to go on a low-dose BCP. Not for everyone, and you have to+
evaluate your health risks. Another option is Rx spiro, which many drs will not rx w/o you being on BCP, unless you are totally done w/ peri and are
Lizzy282020-11-30T12:14:17.000Z
I've Rosacea for 35 years now and managed to get it under control. Avoid heat and steam, spicy rop
food and alcohol. Use gentle, unfragranced skincare - and mu products. Avoid harsh products and scrubs. Also avoid essential oils, denatured alcohol a
4eyes2020-11-29T22:30:20.000Z
Hmm, RetinA is usually great for oily skin. Is it the cream version or the microgel? I find the+
gel works better for my oily skin. I find if I stop my retinAS, things get worse. However, I do have to be careful to not use too many actives w/ re
4eyes2020-11-29T14:22:55.000Z
I agree. Plant oils and extracts and fragrances can often worsen pigment issues, and UV exposure+
propbably the #1 cause. There are sometimes other causes, such as medications, medical conditions, and hormones, but UV exposure will make anything
Lizzy282020-11-29T13:01:54.000Z
First off: only introduce one new product at a time. Patch-test first. Second: I would ditch a rop
few products because they aren't (that) effective and/or contain irritating/drying ingredients: -OH Dark Spot Toner contains irritating plant oils/ex