Skin Actives

Skin Actives

Joy12019-11-20T22:45:08.000Z
I did some peptide research a year or so ago. there's a lot of them that are used in skincare.
eventually I gave up because the list seems never ending. and then they go and rename them or, certain companies will come up with their own names for
Redwings112019-11-20T11:14:40.000Z
Here’s a routine that transformed my skin significantly +
I used to be oily, acne prone and am now normal/dry and sometimes sensitive with surface redness, but my skin is clear and even radiant which I attrib
Lizzy282019-11-20T10:22:09.000Z
First thought: your skin just isn't able to tolerate Tretinoin and esp. not in such high %. I would+
stop using it and look for other actives like AHA, Vitamin C or such. But first let your skin heal; this might take a while. Ongoing Tretinoin irritat
verandie2019-11-19T02:14:42.000Z
Skincare suggestions? Retinoids, sunscreen, & moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! +
It doesn't hurt to throw in some other actives, if you can tolerate them. Various acids for your skin type. Lately, I'm trying a peptide + HA serum (A
GentleReader2019-11-19T01:15:14.000Z
It depends on your skin type and your skin goals. Be careful about using too many actives in your+
routine. It's a sure way to set yourself back. For daytime, I have used and enjoyed Replenix Power of Three serum. It's a lightweight gel serum best f
Lizzy282019-11-15T13:19:18.000Z
2nd. I just use my facial serum/moisturizer/oil, ss and tretinoin cream rop
around my eyes. In winter I'll add an extra drop of oil. Wearing sunglasses is very important as well. (Very) dry, sensitive Rosacean skin & sensitive
niftypineapple9142019-11-14T15:50:43.000Z
if your skin is peeling stop ALL actives for at least a week. Then try re introdcing slowly, 2x/week
atm you're harming your skin and not getting any antioxidant benefit.
FlowerBombBabe2019-11-13T16:28:46.000Z
Thanks for your input, my skin is not sensitive and I only put it on for 2/3 min before the +
burn occurred. I washed it off but the red patched are still on. I never had a skin reaction, I'm used to actives such as Retinol / Vit C / peptides,
Lizzy282019-11-13T15:36:10.000Z
Is it the 30% AHA +2% BHA Peeling Solution? Are you an experienced user of acid exfoliation? rop
It clearly says "This formula contains a very high concentration of free acids. We recommend use only if you are an experienced user of acid exfoliati
KittySkyfish2019-11-12T17:24:55.000Z
I think your skin is actually irritated, making it feel tight and dry. If so, you're treating +
the symptom but not the cause, which is why you can't extinguish the feeling of tightness and dryness. IMO, cut back to a bland regimen that is free