/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

I let my skin go to shit and am in the process of recovering it. I've got the Ponds Niacinamide Lotion and the Alpha Hydrox Glycolic Acid lotion and it helps but I'm boosting my routine.

I started on a diy vitamin c serum and ordered the Mizon Snail Gel and the MakeupArtist's Choice 25% Mandelic Acid Chemical Peel. I kind of regret starting the Vit C serum at this time, once I start using the Snail Gel it might be difficult to tell which is having what effect. I suppose I will use either product on one side of my face so I can better compare them.

I think the DIY vitamin c serum really works but its hard to tell if its in my head or not (I really should have taken a pic beforehand for a before/after). I've never really used it very long because I got lazy about mixing it up or got fed up with the smell it would leave on my hands. So this time I am applying with a brush or cotton ball and hoping to see some good results, because so many women have had good experiences with it.

By any chance does anyone here diy their skincare with chemical actives? I was wondering if it would be worth the start up cost.