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Should i wax my facial hair?

Im sick of having to shave every couple of days, shit gets stubbly in a day or two

/r/skincareaddiction

Anyways what I do is this:

AM: Shower and get out and apply Cerave Wide Spectrum Moisturizer sunscreen SPF30

PM: Cleanse face with Cerave foaming facial cleanser and apply cerave moisturizer from the tub.

Reviving thread.
To anyone that said to cop cetaphil you're my fucking hittas, I got the cleanser and I've only been using that for the moment, after just 2 uses my skin feels sooo much better.

Before my skin was kind of blotchy, bumpy and oily and now it's smooth, even, and even the coloration has changed.
Thank you /fa/ I love you, we're all gonna make it.

>>9418806
>/r/skincareaddiction
I really hate this place. You would think that it would be one of the more usefull subreddits, but it's really just unsolicited advice about sunscreen and stupid before/after threads.

AM: Wash with Boscia Detoxifying cleanser & Boscia charcoal sponge, shave with Acqua Di Parma gel and Merkur Futur DE (w/ Feather blades), finish with Acqua Di Parma balm. If I showered too hot, I use Boscia Hydration gel or Voyage d'Hermès balm, but the latter rarely because it's not that great.

PM: Biore charcoal cleanser, Anthony astringent pads, Boscia nightly hydration, and C&C Persa-Gel 10 for spots.

MISC: Charcoal masks every weekend, Biore pore strips every 3 days.

Is spot application of Witch Hazel good for pimples that have already developed?

I dont have any particular problem, and I dont ave greasy/oily skin but I do get the occasional 2 or 3 spots that just take an age to dissapear.

My routine of facewashing has just been some cheap shit branded facewash in the morning and thats it but now I want to get intoa proper regular skincare regime.

What should i get? what brands/items to look out for and what to avoid?

>>9419866
nah. for developed pimples i pop and apply benzoyl peroxide. Gone in the morning. Assuming you got all the sebum out.

Best skincare tip I know is that I would never let water touch my face for more than 5 seconds and have it cold as hell. If you drain your pores of oil it will cause the dead skin and bacteria to harden up.

Imma go to my doctor for accutane, if he doesnt give me any I am just going to go on a low dose and buy it online.

My pores are pretty much the only thing keeping me from being 9/10

>>9419873
Bumping for interest! My skin is overall clean, but I do get some small red bumps here and there (only in the face). What do?
>>9419857 could cetaphil work?

>>9419910
Is there a special method to pop pimples? It always seems to make it worse when I do.

>>9419857
It is a useful subreddit, but the usual threads are shit.

>>9419767
I'm so happy for you. <3

>>9419910
Applying an fairly powerful oxidizer to broken skin is generally a no-no, as it hurts the sensitive exposed tissues. It is very likely to slow wound healing, and possibly aggravate scarring. Instead, clean with some kind of anti-bacterial solution (without alcohol) and put on some minor wound tape/cotton plaster/hydrocolloid plaster (if anything at all).

>>9419941
There are good methods commonly used by dermatologists. I've described revised versions of them here:

>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336197

>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336212

>>9419958
pretty much. more scientifically correct than most other places, luckily.

>>9419910
the white in "developed pimples" generally aka "pustules" is pus, btw.

I use the body shop tea-tree facial cleanser, followed by their toner, and a moisturizer with sun screen for both AM and PM.

I spot treat pimples with tea-tree oil and occasionally use the bodyshop seaweed ionic clay mask.

I'm not really sure what I'm doing, my skin seems to be doing better since I started this but its still a bit blotchy and red, I don't break out nearly as much though. I get razor burn every time I shave though, I use two blade disposable razors that I throw out after a single use and I use random shaving gels.

Any tips/advice/improvements would be appreciated.

blimp

How do you deal with oily skin? My skin gets oily so quickly, I have to use blotting sheets throughout the day. It's killing my effay game.

>>9423092
Do you have a skincare routine?
Drink a lot of water if you don't already btw.

My skin is unfortunately red and I have yet to find any ways to correct that.

ATM I cleanse with loreal men charcoal cleanser in the shower in the morning,
I apply a toner to my visage,
I apply a moisturizer,

In the evening,
I cleanse my skin with an anti acne cleanser,
I apply a moisturizer.

One time a week, I apply a face mask to my visage,
Twice a week in the evening, I exfoliate my skin.

My skin is still red, do you know any way to ameliorate my condition, experts??

How the heck do I get rid of black dots (hairs)? I have them immediately after shaving and I hate it

Ignore my shitty skin

>>9423131


finacea. made my tomato face white as a ghost.

I'm using Phytomer Detoxifying Cleansing Gel, it's effective but doesn't dry out my skin too much. After I dry my hair I use Kyoku Oil Control Lotion. Once a week or so I use a Laidbare face mask. I was never a big soda drinker but I started drinking a lot more water and that's helped too. If I'm hungover I have a root beer, and then it's back to water/coffee.

4 realz tho, exfoliate, moisturize, sun screen.

That's it. Doesn't matter what you use to do it as nothing has been proven to be any better than anything else.

>>9424500
can you rec a sunscreen for acne prone skin? >>9423883 is me.

Exfoliator, snail cream, sunscreen would be a pretty solid skincare regimen right?

Is moisturiser with sun protection adequate? Should I use extra sun screen for my face?

>>9423883
r/wicked_edge

be careful you could cut your eyes.

man exfoliator is kinda expensive

>>9424619
Neutrogena has sunscreen for acne prone skin. I use it, its not bad kind of expensive though but it lasts a while for purely face use

>>9424698
That's why you use a boar-hair brush when shaving. Two birds, one stone.

>>9421167
don't use body shop tea-tree, it has sulfates

switching up your shave gels is probably irritating your skin, get a natural shave cream

Is there a way to get rid of uneven skin?
It looks really bumpy and annoying in sunlight and stuff like that, not quite acne scarring but close.

>>9427134
Pic related is what it's most like I guess.

how to get rid of this shit on my nose? I originally thought they were blackheads and tried using strips to no avail. I'm fairly sure I heard someone on /fa/ say they're different to blackheads though.

Sometimes small black hairs grow out of them which I pluck immediately but cannot get rid of the black dots, it's really bothering me.

Whats the best stuff to get rid of acne scarring and crater face?
Bio oil sounds iffy, what about bb cream?

>>9423092
Do toners help for this

>>9427295
i have the same thing, but mine isn't nearly as bad as the pic

Scrubbing my nose with a toothbrush and a scrub helped a bit

>>9427573
bad advice
I scarred my nose scrubbing too aggressively

>>9427295
Use a chemical exfoliant twice a week. Get a facial once a month. Really surprised at how little people suggest getting facials in these threads

>>9427619
where the fuck do I go to get a facial

also how can I be a self respecting man if I go somewhere to get a fucking facial

also what the fuck is a chemical exfoliant that shit sounds horrifying

>>9427627
Most spas have services for men. A chemical exfoliant use works by dissolving the intercellular "glue" that attaches skin cells, allowing separation and removal from skin. Chemical exfoliants include Lactic Acid and Salicylic Acid. Physical exfoliants remove dead skin cells through friction but many physical can scar the skin

Hot or cold showers?

Are hot showers really bad for you?

>>9427671
Yes, hot showers heat up the skin to a temperature that it is not normally used to. You're best off sticking with cold showers because they will preserve the skin and keep you from developing wrinkles.

>>9427702
Luke warm is fine, cold showers suck in the winter

>>9419857
wow such a little bitch

>>9424619
Cleanser -> exfoliator -> sunscreen/moisturizer

idk about snails but
never forget the cleanser

>>9427861
>cold showers suck in the winter
wow what a little bitch
even i take showers on the coldest temprature

how long untill I can see any differences from exfoliating?

Alright pay attention pimply greasy fuckbois.

The perfect regime is as follows:
x2 a day mild facial wash (cetaphil or similar hypoallergenic facial wash brand)
x1 a week exfoliation (chemical based only) which for me is neutrogena facial wash with salycic acid, this removes dead skin and dirt in pores.
Drinking plenty of water
Getting plenty of omega 3, which has proven to reduce inflammation, which allows you to have a dirty grimey face without your skin reacting, getting angry and causing you all those ugly fucking pimples. (Will not work for hormonal acne, cause well duh that's caused by hormones)
Vit C serum (homemade, go do some research there's plenty of guides online)

That's it, try it if you don't believe me, I'm a former sufferer of acne and greasy skin, I work as a production assistant on television and film shoots so I'm usually fucking dirty and sweaty at the end of the day. And this really helped, now I'm glowing and have a clear even skin tone, getting loads of compliments from qts about how pretty I am.

>>9428190
everybody hates you
stop posting

>>9428356
Me again, oops I forgot to mention I also use a hypoallergenic facial moisturizer, such as physiogel or cetaphil lotion at night. Haven't found a good Sunblock because I have caramel skin and every sunblock I've used so far leaves me looking like a geisha.


Btw I am a 20 year old male.

>>9428356
Just a small tip:
You should typically use BHA (salicylic acid) every night

and also, you should not use salicylic acid facial cleansers

because it needs to stay on your skin for ~30 min and absorb to have a significant effect

if you're using a face wash, it's only on your skin for 1 minute at most and the difference is very small

I suggest you use pic related from Paula's Choice because it is formulated well in terms of pH and doesn't have any weird stuff like alcohol (like Stridex pads do)

>>9428356
>>9428452
I have a cetaphil cleanser and moisturiser, but I haven't used the moisturiser yet because it seemed overkill.

When should I put the moisturiser on? 10 minutes after the cleanser, only at night, or?
Good post btw.

What's worked for me so far is cleansing wipes in the morning before shaving, shave routine listed below, moisturize generously with GEL based moisturizer, splash water with face throughout the day, use more gel moisturizer if my face feels dry, exfoliating wipe, cleansing wipe, gel moisturizer in the evening

>>9418798
I tried and I immediately started breaking out seemingly where the hairs were plucked out, been shaving since and it's fine

Wet face with hot water, put shaving cream, shave along hair growth, rinse with hot water, shave against the hair growth, rinse with ice cold water, moisturize

>>9423092
I tried blotting sheets and began to suspect that they were actually stripping oil and causing more to be produced

>>9421133
>>9421152
Are you the Swedish fellow who linked me all those derma pdfs on skype?

>>9423883
Are you a guy or girl?

Pic related best products for my skin I've found yet

I started accutane today /fa/

What is going to happen to me?

>>9428542
giant fucking kidney stones

say goodbye to your urethra cause it's gonna get FUCKED UP

>>9428555
>555
CHECKED

also if I drink enough water will my face not get fucked up

>>9428542
say goodbye to you are social life

>>9428555
trips of truth

>>9428512
Yep. Did you like them?

>>9419857
That's really a lovely routine you have there but it's expensive as fuck. Do you have an image of your face so we can see the results?

>>9428565
Water won't get rid of the side effects of Accutane lol

>>9428484
Thanks for the tip mate, never knew about the salycic acid facial washes being useless. But I've been sticking with this regime for almost a year, and id reckon my face feels a lot more taut post salycic acid facial wash exfoliation. Maybe placebo? Will try that out next paycheck but I wonder if I can get that brand in my country. (Singapore)

>>9428495
Yeah about 5-10 minutes after the cleanser, I use it at night only sorry if I was unclear in my posts. I don't put it on in the morning before I go to work. I don't apply too much as well, just enough to spread on my whole face thinly, if it doesn't get absorbed by the skin you're using too much.

The real trick is the omega 3 (fish oil or flaxseed if you're vegan) which keeps you inflammation free and the vit c which keeps your skin looking bright and youthful. Good luck mate hope you see the same results as I did

>>9428495
Wash face twice - when you wake up and before you go to bed
Put moisturizer on immediately after cleansing

>>9428542
Your doctor /really/ should have told you about the possible side effects when deciding upon what kind of medication to use. Finding out what side effects that can arise from Accutane treatment is as easy as googling "Accutane side effects". Bear in mind that you don't have to experience any, even though most medications carry with them some kind of very common side effect. Accutane is generally one of the last steps in acne treatment, as it's pretty much as risky as it is effective.

>>9428542
dry skin and chapped lips. maybe some bone pain and bone spurs when you're 70 years old.

anything else is lies or you should tell your dr about because they usually shouldnt happen

>>9421167
Shave with the grain, don't apply much pressure, make sure you lather good, don't go over the same spot twice unless you lather again. Once done shaving apply a proper moisturizer to help ease the skin and reduce irritation.

>>9428182
Exfoliating isn't necessary unless you have oily skin.

when will all the paulas choice shills go away?

>>9428632
not really true

>>9428596
singapore: http://www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/2sxam3/asian_products_that_are_alternatives_to_paulas/cnu0lby

>>9428620
Also get a safety razor. The multi blade ones are shit and are shit for your skin. A nice shaving soap with a good safety razor (and good blades) is just the best.

>>9428676
>reddit

>>9428682
do you want me to copy paste the text to pastebin or something?

if it's relevant and correct advice, i don't see what is wrong with the website it's coming from.

it could be skincare product advice from porn hub for all i care, as long as it's actually true

>>9427295
It's fairly common for people to confuse open comedones ("blackheads") with sebaceous filaments. The stuff in the green area is predominantly sebaceous filaments, while there are some blackheads in other places (marked blue). This is before/after a layman OCM treatment.

Sebaceous filaments (mostly just fat + skin residues covering a strand of hair) are in general much softer (and lighter) than blackheads. They can rather easily be squeezed out of the pilosebaceous ducts. After extraction, sebaceous filaments will reform after a couple of weeks. They can be a bit irritating. Certain keratolytic substances will make them a bit less visible, as well as OCM (as seen in the pic). Salicylic acid should work better, from a solubility perspective, than common AHAs like glycolic acid or lactic acid.

>>9428602
wb res

Anyone else break out from Dimethicone? It sucks cause it's in everything.

>>9423092
40,000-30,000 iu's of vitamin A should make you dry

>>9428573
They were an interesting read, they gave me some perspective for my skin, although I haven't read through many

Also I suppose it was rude for me to delete you, but you added me on a throwaway :,[

>>9423092
>>9428801
... As well as putting you at a risk for hypervitaminosis A. 30,00-40,000 IU of vitamin A is 3-4 times the RDI (assuming the most common vit A supplement - retinyl palmitate). Be safe.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypervitaminosis_A

http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminA-HealthProfessional/

Oily skin, when caused by hyperactive sebaceous glands (things in your skin producing sebum - your skin fats), is called "seborrhea". That doesn't have to be your specific condition, though.

I'd recommend that you try washing your face less often, with a milder cleanser (even an diluted one), as well as using a water-based moisturizer. If you're in your teens then your (potentially) hyperactive sebaceous glands could be caused by hormone levels. Different kinds of kaolin clay /may/ act drying, in regards to oil, on the skin. It seems to work for some users, but there hasn't been any studies on the substance yet.

I would try changing some things in the way you treat your skin, and then simply ask your doctor for advice.

>>9428871
It's okay. I didn't know that you did, because I removed you as well. Heh. Not a throwaway though. It's just a Skype acc for /fa/. Even listed in the meetup list.

bump

Should I shave my dick? or nah? srs.

>>9429259
I prefer: Balls shaved. Everything else trimmed.

Why? That's what the girls I've been with has seemed to prefer. I keep the growth managed so that they're not getting hairs in their mouth constantly when doing oral.

I don't shave by the shaft because it's easy to get red bumps, and having a really short stubble there irritates their private parts when grinding against you. But everything depends on your partners preferences.

>>9429259

Shave shaft and balls, trim everything else.

>>9419857
hahahah

what to do about dark circles? besides more sleep, because i don't think that is the cause

>>9429315
I'll repost something I wrote a while back.

Re. dark circles under eyes:
----
There are two main kinds of dark circles under eyes ("periorbital"- around the eye):
- Those caused by highly visible superficial blood vessels
- Those caused by local excess skin melanin (hyperpigmentation)

Re. the first kind of dark circles around eyes: What you have under your eyes are red-blue blood vessels that for some reason has become more visible.

Sleep deprivation may increase the prominence of dark circles below the eyes, as the area becomes irritated. Puffy eyelids from lack of sleep can help darken the area below the eyelids. Sleep deprivation can lead to pallor (pale skin), which can highlight the unaffected blood vessels under the eyes.

Being underweight can make the blood vessels more visible, as the skin above it becomes thinner. Rubbing the eyes, or making the eye area irritated in general, can contribute to increased blood flow in the area.

tldr: sleep well. check for allergies. gain weight. do not irritate the area. use make-up. check for anemia. and if you're still bothered by it: see a doctor (dermatologist)
----
For hyperpigmentation, I wrote a response to a guy:
>What you have /are/ periorbital dark circles, but yours seems to be related to an excess of pigmentation in the area rather than overly visible blood vessels. What you seem to have is called "periorbital hyperpigmentation".
>Without intervention, the pigmentation often increases slowly over time. Treatment options include chemical dermabrasion, laser, filler injection. Sunscreen is good to prevent further pigmentation in the area.
>The quick beauty fix: BB cream with sunscreen.
>Actually fixing it: possibly by the use of chemical dermabrasion/chemical peeling. Ask your doctor/a dermatologist.
----
To see what you /may/ have, google "periorbital dark circles" as well as "periorbital hyperpigmentation". Hyperpigmentation is more common for people with darker skin.

Let me know if it helps!

>>9428542
keep some chapstick on you at all times bro. those lips gonna be dry.

>>9428542
dry lips for sure
dry skin probably
i had joint pain, not eveyone does
i also had mood swings, felt really depressed some days.
flaky skin.

dont pick your skin for any reason. not to scratch off flakes, black heads. anything

GO ON ACNE dot ORG, they have a page of everything you should know and do.

>>9428735
What can be used to reduce blackheads?

Does anyone here use Korean skincare products?
I've heard good things and all the Koreans I know here import these products and have really good skin.
Also I've seen a few seagull threads mentioning this stuff.

I haven't purchased anything yet but here is my possible routine:

1. DHC Deep Cleansing Oil
2. Missha Super Aqua Fresh Cleansing Milk
3. Benton Snail Bee High Content Skin
4. Benton Snail Bee High Content Essence
5. Innisfree Green Tea Balancing Lotion

For sun protection I'll probably go with a physical sunscreen (titanium, zinc oxide). Preferably something that goes on clear and is non greasy. Please recommend one if you know.

P.S. I'm actually the OP

have a really pale complexion (blonde on blue on pale) so I look retarded when my lips are chapped.

always keep burts bees on me, which I love. but is there anything better for keeping lips close to skin color?

As someone who just walked into this thread and skin care in general, where the fuck do I start?

>>9430614
http://www.skincare-addiction.com/routine
and click your skintype for a simple routine like 3 or 5 steps (can't remember)

All the products on there are internet approved so you just need to buy them and use them

>>9430621
>internet approved

how do i get rid of my postinflammatory hyperpigmentation? i'm white and there are a shit ton of red marks on my cheeks making them look hella rosy.

Every night I've been applying a honey masque on my face after cleansing and exfoliating and it's been doing wonders

For the moment I'm using wild flower honey because it's the cheapest, but I'll probably move to something more to see if it helps more

I'm a men, 21 yo. Why shoul I clean my face with some product every night ?

>>9432322
Because pizza face was only excusable when you were mid-puberty and angsty.

>>9429849
Cum, applied topically twice daily. Peel it off once it has dried, like Patrick Bateman. Highly exfoliating.

Failing that - salicylic acid (ish 2% solution in water), various alpha-hydroxy acids, "oil cleansing method", proper mechanical extraction. Recurring blackheads often require extended chemical treatment (weeks), after they've been removed mechanically.

Stridex Pads (max strength, without alcohol) is popular, as well as Paula's Choice 2% SA.

>>9432613
>Cum, applied topically twice daily. Peel it off once it has dried, like Patrick Bateman. Highly exfoliating.

for real?

>>9418786
just signed up for pocketderm

my script is clindamycin - niacinamide - azelaic acid

i'm hype

is witch hazel a better astringent than after shave?

bump

>>9432634
Do give it a shot, though. And post pictures.

90% of it is genetics.

>>9433242
wrong

Stridex pads make my face feel tight and dry. Should i try something else or is that something that just goes along with this kind of treatment?

>>9433323
It could be the alcohol

Try Paula's Choice 2% BHA instead
It's alcohol free

>>9431769
i'm not so sure exfoliating every day is a good idea (not an expert, just sayin)

>>9433329

I heard about that one, but i was hoping there were others that could be found in the drugstore.

Is there even anything good in drug stores? because it just seems to be shelves and shelves of bullshit. Forget about finding something with AHA ingredient.

Just copped this.

I know someone else here got the 40%. If you're here, m8, how was your experience with it?

>>9433371
paula's choice customer service is really good, so if there's something wrong with the product or your skin doesn't like it, they'll give you a refund

if you check /r/skincareaddiction you'll find some drugstore products

but they're really rare, because most of the stuff doesn't work (So people keep buying more) except for maybe stridex pads and a few other things

>>9433033
>give it a shot

>>9432822
anyone?

>>9433347
Do it as often as you feel that it is needed to prevent acne, and as often as you want to while still not drying or irritating your skin too much.

>>9433371
Buying things online can be recommended. Often the only reliable way to get hold of the exact product you're after.

>>9433651
Are you referring to this post?
>>/fa/thread/S9359926#p9388974

There are plenty of user experiences to read on Amazon. Spot test, be careful about your eyes, follow the instructions, and dilute it and/or use it for shorter periods of time if it irritates your skin too much.

>>9433699
Nice dubs.
"After shave" is a very vague term. If it acts more as an astringent or not depends on what's in it. Witch hazel is a rather effective astringent, but there are plenty of other substances that works in the same way. What's your purpose of using astringents?

>>9433730
to prevent razor burn, i just use regular after shave.

one of my friends uses witch hazel and he said it works pretty well for him. and it just got me thinking.

>>9433347
I forgot to elaborate, exfoliating when needed

Most of the time I just use a cleansing wipe and it's enough

bump

Someone please help. Why is my forehead ashtrays like this? I've tried a cerave cleanser and moisturiser but it hasn't improved over the last 2 weeks. So I'm guessing it's not a matter of hygiene. Is it possibly an allergy? I didn't have this problem at all until a year or two ago. Sorry for the disgusting image.

Hey guys
I have mild cystic acne and my doctors prescribed me generic isotretinoin but i'm hesitant to commit to it. I've read that it stunts growth and I'm only 17 and what they call a late bloomer. I'm currently 5 7 and still growing but i'm scared that if I take isotretinoin it'll stunt my growth. I have mild cystic acne that isn't super noticeable (mostly chin and sides) but I still want to get rid of it. Have taken many topical creams + doxycycline but to no avail. Help?

>>9427619
im not really gay though and i'd rather not put that there.

>>9435691
looks like psoriasis

Acne on my back, what do i do?
I've tried exfoliating, didnt do much but it helped a bit.

I just started to read into skincare. I have a normal skin and i don't do anything skincare related atm.

just copped pic related and i'm planning to put it on every day before going to bed. is this a good plan or not and what should i add?

sorry for crappy english

>>9428512
>splash water with face

blimp

>>9436187
pls respond :$

>>9436187
Well, if your skin is problem-free then you probably do not need any extra products. I wouldn't even recommend a cleanser if you're not bothered by acne (your skin might change appearance for the better after a wash/exfoliation, though). Moisturizer and sunblock will reduce and prevent various signs of aging, so I guess that's all you really need unless you want to invest a lot of money into your skin.

>>9436173
Caring for yourself is not gay.

>>9436175
You sure? Can I get another opinion pls

any recommendations for bags under the eyes

19 y/o male here

My facial skin is always flaky and a bit red.

If I rub my face I can see little white flakes fall off all the time, and it disgusts me when I get them on my dark clothes. Eyebrows and facial hair give them off too.

The redness I've had in my upper cheeks since childhood which isn't a problem, but on my forehead is where it's annoying which only cropped up in the last few years. Makes me look like I have panda eyes the way the redness circles them.

I guess hair is part of skin right? I'm not sure if this is dandruff or lice (probably not lice), but my hair always has little white flakes in it. Kinda like the same from my face.

Washing routines
>face
water every night and morning, cetaphil cleanser every 3 nights
>hair
wash with water every other day, shampoo/conditioner every 3 nights

Use Old Spice hair stuff when going to parties.

I'm pretty much /fa/ retarded if you couldn't tell.

>>9439157
You can use Cetaphil cleanser every morning and night.

>>9439166
Sounds good, will do

>>9438925
cucumber slices actually seem to work. mine were horrible but they're slowly going away.

>>9439157
*should probably add

I did have acne when I was younger and still have some acne now. Small stuff.

>>9439157
>>9439188
*and triple adding because I'm dumb

The red skin on my forehead looks rough, not smooth. But it doesn't look super crackly like psoriasis.

trim facial hair short or shave it off?

I posted on a skincare thread on /cgl/ but I'll probably get a better response here. I've been on oxytetracycline tablets and zineryt solution for about 3 months for my acne. I also have blackhears on my nose, spreading to my upper cheeks. My acne is on the majority of my cheeks still and just as bad as when I started the treatment on the forehead. Would it be worth returning to the doctors to see if I can get a more suited treatment?

>>9439157
Use a moisturizer. Cerave is god tier.

>>9427619
The only complaint I have about my face is sebaceous filaments on my upper cheeks/nose. They're really only noticeable when you look closely, but nothing really has worked. I use stridex 2-3 times a week and an Aztec clay mask (does a really good job) about once a month. Do I need to do both of these more often?

>>9433242
i think you are wrong

>>9440350
>>9439166

I have the same problem, how should I go about moisturizing my scalp if I'm nopoo?

>>9440324
No need for another doctor's visit just to take care of blackheads. Take care of your pores; Biore charcoal scrub and Biore strips can do the majority of the work. If you're really in a pinch, make gelatin masks to clear your pores.

>>9440935
what about the acne? Will it help with that too?

>>9440911
Use conditioner

Going to Florida with some friends in a month and I want to retain my paleness and the longevity of my hair despite probably being in the sun most of the day - what are some really good brands of sunblock and leave in conditioners that you would recommend?

>preferably stuff meant to block solar flares that doesn't cause acne breakouts the day after

>>9440940
Reguarly cleaning your face will always take care of it. Prescriptions alone won't work if you treat your pores like little garbage pits.

>>9441170
I clean my face once in the morning and once before I go to bed. I don't wanna wash it any more than that out of fear of drying out the skin

Is bentonite clay gods for removing blackheads and acne? 26 years old and somehow I'm breaking out worse than I ever did as a teenager.

I have these blemishes, although I wouldn't really consider them acne. Any tips on how to repair?

>>9428484
>>9433329
>BHA

Shit is weak.

>>9441677

>>9441170
>tfw buy a facewash
>use it one time, break out worse than ever
>stop using it, skin gets better

>>9441600
check your diet, drink plenty of water and wash your pillows/bedsheets

i swear to god the amount of people who don't do this and complain about having shit skin. you are feeding yourself shit, dehydrating yourself and sleeping in filth!!

if youve done all of this for 3 weeks and things havent changed then consider using products.

as for blackheads, you need to exfoliate and use face masks my friend.

>>9418786
There's a reason models have very nice skin. They invest time and money into their products. They have a dermatologist that they go to semi often.

The most /fa/ thing to do is look like you don't care about your skin but in reality, you're spending a lot of time on it because that's what most models/actors do.

genetics is half the battle.

when I think f skin care, this scene from american psycho comes to mind

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46-WNPlCYsg

>>9442378
Goals

How effective exactly have Cetaphil products been for those of you who have used them?

>>9442378
Mah nigga

>>9428542

Most commonly, super dry skin which will result in cracked dry and sometimes bloody lips, nosebleeds, mood swings & depression.

It affected my vision as well, now I need to wear glasses.

Any place that sells empty serum bottles for my various beauty projects?

>>9442701
http://www.makingcosmetics.com/Containers-Bags_c_40.html

Great site.

YOU'RE WELCOME

>>9442519
i've used cetaphil lotion and cleanser. i really recommend the lotion but the cleanser is too mild for my tastes.

>>9442951
hey, recommend me a spot concealer bby

>>9443002
Murad Acne Treatment Concealer.

Covers really well. Contains salicylic acid which may help prevent further acne in the area, and it is also anti-inflammatory. Be sure to match your skin tone. Hope you'll enjoy it.

>>9443041
*gives you a virtual kiss on the forehead*

thanks bby

>>9443045
>>9443041
Oh and do you have BB and/or CC cream recommendations? Gotta cover those post-acne spots.

>>9442378
Same
I wish I could have a routine like this and just be methodically beautiful
But I'm lazy, lazy and poor

>>9443045
Well, I don't use one. If I were to buy any of those things I would compare reviews on Ulta.com, Beauty.com, and Amazon.com and then buy the best stuff after getting a skin tone checkup in a nearby makeup store.

>>9443055
Well, I don't use one. If I were to buy any of those things I would compare reviews on Ulta.com, Beauty.com, and Amazon.com and then buy the best stuff after getting a skin tone checkup in a nearby makeup store.

>>9441677
u can keept hat

>tfw doing GOMAD

Wish me luck because this is going to fuck my skin up bad.

>tfw u spent $150 on korean skincare products just now

18 y/o here
I have kind of oily skin and some slight acne and acne scarring and red marks from my early teen years, can anyone recommend me a basic regiment to make my skin a little better?
I dont want to go crazy with like 6 different bottles of different stuff, if there was just like 1 or 2 products I could use to make it slightly better that'd be swell

>>9444914
CETAPHIL

I'm the same age as you and suffered from the exact same thing, fuck you might as well be me.
Their cleanser and moisturizer are goat, I cleanse in the morning and at night and moisturize whenever necessary and after 2 weeks my skin is fucking radiant.

>>9444920
do I need an exfoliant? some blog post is saying for acne skin its a good thing to have.

any specific cetaphil product, or just their generic cleanser/moisturizer?

>>9444931
Their cleanser is more or less the exfoliant afaik.
I went for the daily facial cleanser and moisturizing lotion.

>>9444935
thanks mate, I will definitely follow your advice and see how it works out

>>9441160
Pale as fuck Florida resident here.

I use Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunscreen (it comes in SPF 55 and I think 80+) if I am somewhere like the beach or something. For just daily running around, I cover up with clothing and use Peter Thomas Roth max sheer all day moisture defense lotion on my face. I don't know about the hair stuff though, you should be ok with whatever you normally use unless you plan on swimming in a chlorinated pool.

Just copped aztec secret
my skin feels real smooth and not oily

>>9444935
>>9444931
Well, yes, the cleanser works exfoliating to some degree. Acne-prone skin could require a dedicated exfoliator though - such as salicylic acid, mandelic acid, lactic acid for example - since excess skin entering the "pilosebaceous ducts" can contribute to acne. If you find that your new moisturizer and lotion doesn't cut it for you, then you can try something with AHA/BHA.

>>9445917
It's a very interesting product. Just make sure that it doesn't make you too dry! I think I'll try it out some day.

---
Is it just me, or has the amount of pseudo-scientific bs in these threads decreased as of late?

>>9444793
I clean bulked (chicken breast + broc every meal supplemented w/ weight gainer) and the increased caloric intake did a number on my skin. Was completely clear before and now on the tail end of a massive months-long breakout. Bulking sucks

>>9446067
yo dude, I've had a "dormant" blind pimple for a while now (not coloured, pretty flat, not tender at all) and it suddenly flared up yesterday and grew red and tender and inflamed. What the fuck do I do to take this bitch down? Of course not touching it but I am applying warm compresses, and I heard spot treatments usually do not work for these sons of bitches

>>9446417
Well, it sounds like a whitehead that has become infected and formed an "abscess", and inflaming the tissue around it. If I would have something like that I would lance it and drain it (aka "popping").

I've written about how to do it somewhat safely here:
>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336197
>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336212

If the infection is too close to your eyes, or at an otherwise sensitive spot (or one that is hard to reach), ask a friend or a local nurse for help. Some gauze/plaster can be put on the wound after extraction and cleaning. Be aware of the risk of spreading the infection.

Let me know how it goes.

>>9446597
oh shit, lance it? that's the last thing I'd think of, man. isn't going digging in a tender, headless, pimple going to make it redder than the devil's dick?

>>9446623
Lancing is an unnecessarily scary word actually... It's generally not a matter of "digging" in it. It's generally just a matter of making a small and shallow hole with a very sharp needle, and then force the gunk out through there. Only clinicians make actual incisions.

This usually makes the inflammation subside. It's a standard treatment for abscesses, since they rarely heal on their own. As long as it's not too big/deep you should be able to take care of it yourself. It would be optimal to do it once it has formed a head, though.

All things are very hard to diagnose over the Internet. Read up beforehand, ask a doc, I'm not a doc, your own responsibility, et c, et c.

pic related

I'm still getting acne and the acne scars from the aftermath

What would be OTC shit I can look at? Proactive?

>tfw realizing i can see how much sunscreen I've used if I put it under light

>>9446623
:^)

>>9446067
I have some raw honey how often should i be doing a mask with that and an aztec clay mask?

>>9446747
aftermath of what? just go on accutane if shit is bad

>>9446761
aftermath of the acne

I've actually been on accutane but I still get stray acne not as severe but still annoying and leaves blemishes

>>9444914
easy

la roche posay cleaning foam
la roche posay effaclar H or effaclar K cream (it's moisturizer basically)
that's all you need for the beginning
wash once or twice a day with foam and water, and moisturize once or twice a day, depending on how your skin feels.

The best skincare is to not use any skincare products.

>>9446800
well, this is not true

you can say that the best skincare is to have superior genes

but even then it's not true

>>9446814

I use minimum grooming products and I don't need to improve my skin. Top kek.

>>9446821
>I don't need to improve my skin

best skincare doesn't equal to your satisfaction with your own skin condition, m'lady

>>9446821
Adding the "top kek" was the icing on the cake, your absolutism reeks of poor b8

In the last months I've been dealing with acne, I'm 21.
Never had acne problem in my life nor my parents or relatives had it.
I suppose it is because of the meds I'm taking, but I want to know: if I stop taking them will it solve the problem? or is it possible that the side effects of the meds will last for more?
My skin is so shit now, I don't ever remember how it was before starting the therapy.

bimp

if soap is too abrasive for your face then what are you supposed to wash your face with?

>>9449274
...pls don't say sperm

>>9449274
Soap is too basic and damages the PH and acid mantle of the skin.

Buy ph strips and make sure that your cleanser is 7 to 5.5 on the scale.

Dove is the only cheap soap I know that has a neutral ph.

>>9449317
Great post. I'll expand on that.

>>9449274
You should use a cleanser that is not soap, that is non-irritating and with a somewhat skin-neutral pH. Use a cleanser based on only synthetic detergents ("syndet"). Not all of these synthetic cleansers are good, but most of them are.

Based on "Irritant effect of cleansers - Correlation between pH and irritant effect of cleansers marketed for dry skin" (Baranda, et al), and some other derma literature, I've found that some of the most non-drying, non-irritating and recommendable cleansers are:

- Cetaphil Gentle Cleansing Bar
- Avene Cold Cream Emollient soap-free cleansing bar
- Dove: White Dove (bar), Dove Baby (bar), Dove Pink (bar), Dove Liquid Cleanser for Hands.

The above works for all parts of the skin, way better than most other things you've put on your skin. CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser (for the face) as well as Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser are two great options.

>>9446067
>Is it just me, or has the amount of pseudo-scientific bs in these threads decreased as of late?
Yes

>>9419866
Just a bit of advice for Pimples. Use sudocream at night as a face mask as it is a zinc cream and helps with redness as well as getting rid of acne.
Have been using this trick for a few months and absolutely love the results.

Hey 18 year old teen with acne from Sydney, what moisturizers and shaving cream do you guys recommend?

I started moisturizing with a nivea for men sensitive skin moisturizer sample a few days ago before I just used water because I was misinformed that all moisturizers cause acne.

my current shaving cream has alcohol and I heard thats pre bad for acne but I have to keep using it because my hair grows fast af

Also any improvements I can make for my routine? I'm just raelly confused about what skin care products to use because of the fear it will irritate my pimples and shit

AM: Shower, wash with Cleanser (Ella Bache Gel Purete Demaquillant) and then I apply Nivea for men sensitive moisturiser

PM: Wash face with cleanser, moisturise and apply Benzoyl peroxide

Love these threads, thanks /fa/

I have a variety of prescribed medication for acne and rosacea because I visited a dermatologist before actually attempting a proper skincare routine, are any of these products worth using in addition to my standard cleanse / exfoliate / moisturize?

Clindamycin Hydrochloride
Metronidazole cream
Adapalene cream
Minocycline tablets 50mg

How do I deal with little white clogged pores? Not the acne kind, but the tiny little filled bumps that you squeeze and this happens:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLs1j2hQOao

To those struggling with acne, stop wasting money in crap

After copping pic related a week ago and using it every night and leaving it for 15 mins my skin has turned into baby skin with out acne, just need to get rid of the dark spots where the acne was. This shit is the real deal 10/10

>>9451266
fuck moisturizer, benzoyl twice a day instead.

how do I stop picking at my skin holy fuck my face is horrible i can't stop help

Yo, I got that there seborrhea + perioral dermatitis combo. The 'seb isn't that bad, it mostly reasults in my nose being all red, and combined with sebaceous filaments it looks kinda splotchy. I'm taking meds (tetracyclines) for the perioral derm, but if it goes anything like the last time it's probably going to re-surface when the meds are done.

Anyone got some general advice/tips for this combo? My skins pretty ok right now, but a bit splotchy and I get whiteheads a lot.

>>9452280
i cant say i believe you but at $8 for 1lb id be losing money not buying it

>>9452280
is this like a meme or does it actually work
i see this stuff everywhere in /fa/

>>9452101
come here and let me hug you

>>9452388
great support community:
https://www.reddit.com/r/CompulsiveSkinPicking

(inb4 mindless >reddit comments - some minor subreddits are a greater source of information than 4chan boards will ever be)

also, see a therapist. Skin picking is not a dermatological issue - it's a mental issue.

i just checked out this cetaphil cleanser and the ingredients list mention

>sodium lauryl sulfate

isn't this some nasty shit that's bad for your skin`?

>All these people cleansing twice a day
>Irritating their skin
>Touching their face
>Implying that isn't doubling oil production in the skin

Just buy a gentle cleanser like cetaphil, cleanse at most once a day or even every other day.

You can rinse with clean water if you have too.

Buy some benzoyl peroxide and use it on developing spots and like that other guy said get some anti bacterial cleaner, I just use hand sanitizer and clean out any spots you pop.

I had acne until my 20's and tried everything, but doing less and leaving my face alone is what cured it eventually.

>>9421133
Based STHLM, should one use products if they are not needed? If yes, which ones?
I have been a victim of the natural fad; doing nopoo and using natural soap, toothpaste,and deodorant, etc. (wonders btw)
I have few/no pimples and blackheads and live in a desert climate. Also exfoliate once a week with raw honey. I apply sunblock when going outdoors for over 15 minutes. Mostly natural diet with plenty of water. Any feedback is welcome.

So is that Thayers Witch Hazel stuff worth getting and using?

This just came in and the instructions are stressing me out. it tells me to add baking soda to water and apply to face but doesn't tell me when to put the Acid Peel in, what the fuck.. I'm scared but slightly determined
>pic related; my order

>>9453317
I'm pretty sure you use the baking soda + water after the peel so your face is neutralized. You have to make sure you neutralize/rinse it completely off to avoid burning your skin. Be really careful with how long you leave it on.

>>9452606
I was really impressed when I first used it. It sucks a lot of shit out of your pores, but I felt that you needed to use it a few times a week to see noticeable results. My nose and cheeks look really clean after I use it

>>9453405
>after the peel
Wait so after a certain time, I have to, with my hands, peel the chemical off of my skin? The instructions are terrible, I need a video tutorial. I'm so scared of fucking my face up over acne scars

>>9453427
You can probably find some videos on Youtube. When I used my Salicylic acid peel this is what I did:
>Cleanse face gently
>Wait to dry completely
>Apply thin layer of peel on face
>Wait 30 seconds (After the first time, you can increase to 1 minute, but do so carefully)
>Rinse gently with cold water all over face
>Apply baking soda + water all over face as last step.
Your face will probably be red and it might sting during it. Just be very very very careful to not leave it on long

>>9453446
A lot more useful, thanks. What did you apply it with and how long did you leave the water/baking soda on for?

>>9453502
You can use a brush, that makes it really easy. But I didn't have a brush so I used my fingers, but I think you could also use a cotton round or something. I didn't' really time the baking soda/water, I just made sure I got it all over my face

>>9419767
fuck that's awesome. does anybody else get happy just reading other people's skincare success?

>>9449274
>>9449302
cetaphil or oil cleanser

cetaphil because it's not soap and is gentle as fuck. oil cleansers are also good because instead of scrubbing away the oil/debris on your face with soap, it will bond with the oils on your face and be carried away in the water.

>>9453247
>cleansing your face twice a day is too irritating
>but using hand sanitizer is ayy okay
>I had really bad acne until I started leaving my face alone
>which also is the time when most people's hormones start settling down

>>9419767
hi! which cleanser?
and do you know the source of your picture? the girls super pretty

>>9453696
Some qt race-mixed Russian girl named Katya

>>9453502
wouldn't the baking soda paste be too basic?

>>9453316
i have it! the smell is pretty roses and i don't know if it makes a difference but my face & body do calm down and feel moisturizer after I use it

>>9453209
Generally, yes. It depends on concentration, mainly. That specific formulation appears to work very well for many people with sensitive skin, judging by the interviews. Bear in mind that that specific cleanser was not tested for irritant rating in the study I mentioned above.

>>9453247
>cleanse at most once a day or even every other day.
Cleaning needs vary across individuals.

>You can rinse with clean water if you have too.
Water does not effectively remove dirt, fats, excess (possibly pathogenic) bacteria, and excess skin in uppermost layers - compared to various kinds of detergents.

>I just use hand sanitizer and clean out any spots you pop.
Broken skin should not be exposed to alcohol. Use chlorhexidine or some other mild general antibacterial cream/fluid.

>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336197
>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9336212

I'm 25 now & my acne has settled down a lot, but my complexion generally looks like shit and I have blackheads on my nose

I shave my head, and the skin around my hairline and on my head looks pretty bad too.

I currently don't use any skincare products whatsoever. I want some that I can use on my face and head.

is Cetaphil really my best bet? what other things should I try?

>>9453837
judging by the reviews*

>>9453299
If you have trouble-free skin, then there's not that much required to do with it. A basic cleansing is generally recommended to prevent acne though, but I'd say that the most important thing for you (if you don't have problems with acne) would be to use a moisturizer daily - preferably together with a sunblock. There's also good combinations of the two.

If I would have completely trouble-free skin, then I would only use moisturizer (twice daily) and sunblock once daily - and occasionally cleanse as much I felt was needed. As my aging progressed, I would start using all kinds of funny substances.

>>9453317
Some other user asked about this product at 30% a bit higher up in the thread. I wrote: " Spot test, be careful about your eyes, follow the instructions, and dilute it and/or use it for shorter periods of time if it irritates your skin too much."

I'd just approx. follow the instructions here >>9453446 - but I would dilute the original solution - as well as diluting the baking soda-water mixture. I prefer to play it safe. The Amazon reviews page has pretty good instructions, too.

>>9453590
yep. "we're all gonna make it"-posts are great. some anon thanked me and someone else in a thread some time back for fixing their skin. felt good.

>>9453696
/probably/ Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser.

>>9453746
In general, yes. It can be diluted, though.

Does anyone know how much a treatment of accutane for 3 months cost? Including visits and blood work of course. Saved 2k and fuck I really need accutane. Was on it a few years ago and the meds were around 250 a month, not sure about visits and bloodwork though since insurance covered it but now I don't have insurance, hopefully 2k is enough.

>>9453696
>>9453726
Katya Lischina

btw, try google reverse image search once in a while. <3

>>9418786
So I used to exfoliate with a exfoliating glove daily with just bar soap and then in the beard area after shaving apply handsanitizer before using olive oil around the eyes

I literally never got a pimple and I am constantly getting my skin remarked on.

But I met this woman who gave me a bunch of free Erno Laszlo products recently and I can see a difference although I did get a couple very, very small pimples.

Is it alright to use this as a facial moisturizer?

>>9453914
disgusting ruski

>>9453949
post face, uggo

>>9453880
if it were cerave vs cetaphil, cerave would be my first choice but that's just my opinion

>>9453948
isn't that a body lotion? it might vlog your pores. I use clinique's moisturizer. I've tried the cerave one (not the tub) and Clinique is significantly better but pricey

>>9418786
I have a good, pale, pimple free skin. I dont use any products at all
But i do get some dry skin around my nose. Its frustrating. Do you guys know about some lotion that could help?

>>9454169
people that have a daily routine try not to change it or else it might change their skin, but since your skin is already great I feel products might worsen it? just look around for a good moisturizer that suits your skin. I wouldn't recommend lotions on your face

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is there a way to get more pale?
im not that tan but it's uneven and I like the pale better
mostly on my arms and legs

>>9454364
Regular exfoliation, or lightening soaps if its on your body. It's probably best not to manually exfoliate if you are using a lightening soap already since it can really dry out your skin. It's going to be a gradual process, so don't expect big results overnight.

>http://www.amazon.com/Likas-Papaya-Herbal-Soap-Authentic/dp/B00446DJI6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1423974894&sr=8-5&keywords=Likas

>http://www.amazon.com/Kojie-Skin-Lightening-Soap-Pack/dp/B005R3IPJI/ref=cm_rdp_product

>>9454364
Fellow palebro here.
If you want to get pale look into Korean and Japanese skincare products.
I know with Japanese products there are a lot of "whitening" cleansers and moisturisers.
Stay out of the sun as well and if you go outside make sure you're wearing sunscreen.
Personally I prefer physical suncreens because a lot of chemical UV blockers act as endocrine disruptors.

Hey, does anyone here use AESOP product? is it worth the price bump?
i wanna buy a toner from there, is their stuff any good?
wouldn't really say i have serious acne anymore, just the occasional, fairly mild breakout, oily skin, bigass pores when i eat bad.

mfw people still use SPF under 50 and think they'll minimise skin damage

>>9455434
Yep. That's because you get about 97% UVB absorption even at SPF 30. And about 93% absorption at SPF 15.

LURK MOAR

>>9455434
Also, re. UVA: as long as you're at SPF +15 you're mostly good, provided that the sunscreen includes a chemical UVA screener.

>>9455749
>>9455723
No you need to get a really high UVB protection to get good UVA protection. Most sunscreens are really badly formulated so you get something like a 12 SPF for UVA in a SPF 30 .

>>9455723
also the first major cause for skin aging isn't UVB but UVA.

at the moment the best protection available would be a high SPF sunscreen with Tinosorb M/Tinosorb S or Mexoryl which has been stabilized. Also some fancy antioxidiants would be a good add for chemical sunscreens.
The EU has regulated this:
"there is a requirement to provide the consumer with a minimum level of UVA protection in relation to the SPF. This should be a "UVA PF" of at least 1/3 of the SPF to carry the UVA seal."
While the US is fucked and won't care about any regulations.
So no, you should lurk more

>>9455787
>>9455790
>>9455861
>The Skin Cancer Foundation maintains that SPFs of 15 or higher are necessary for adequate protection.

>To make sure you're getting effective UVA as well as UVB coverage, look for a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher, plus some combination of the following UVA-screening ingredients: [...]

http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/uva-and-uvb/understanding-uva-and-uvb

>Most sunscreens are really badly formulated

Yes. Like I said: "provided that the sunscreen includes a chemical UVA screener". Mostly that's not needed though, considering that zinc oxide, one of the most common sunscreen ingredients together with titanium dioxide, blocks all kinds of UVA rays as well as UVB.

>the first major cause for skin aging isn't UVB but UVA.
I know. :^) See pic.

I do agree with you about that we need to highlight the dangers of UVA more, especially from a cosmetic perspective. It just seemed like I needed to primarily highlight that an excessively high SPF is often unnecessary.

>>9455787
>>9455790
>>9455861
>The Skin Cancer Foundation maintains that SPFs of 15 or higher are necessary for adequate protection.

>To make sure you're getting effective UVA as well as UVB coverage, look for a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher, plus some combination of the following UVA-screening ingredients: [...]

http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/uva-and-uvb/understanding-uva-and-uvb

>Most sunscreens are really badly formulated

Yes. Like I said: "provided that the sunscreen includes a chemical UVA screener". Mostly that's not needed though, considering that zinc oxide, one of the most common sunscreen ingredients together with titanium dioxide, blocks all kinds of UVA rays as well as UVB.

>the first major cause for skin aging isn't UVB but UVA.
I know. :^) See pic.

I do agree with you about that we need to highlight the dangers of UVA more, especially from a cosmetic perspective. It just seemed like I needed to primarily highlight that an excessively high SPF is often unnecessary.

I have a tiny cold sore scar & an acne crater close to each other on my face and its killing me
Google is useless dear /fa/ what can I do or cop for my problem?

>>9455888
Czech em

>>9429291
How to shave balls?
They always get irritated shortly after I try to shave them and the hairs grow back extremely quickly.

>>9455924
Brazilian wax. You'll get better results and it wont grow back as quickly

>>9456000
CZECH EM

Best way to beat acne as a male is to control your inflammation and hormones. Which means plenty or ALA/DHA/EPA aka omega 3 fatty acids. Eat less omega 6 fatty acids which promote inflammation.

Zinc helps with repairing skin and reducing serum DHT in the body. Supplementing is fine but don't overdo it as it competes with other minerals and might cause defiencies in them.

Cleansing with mild stuff like cetaphil once a day is enough if you're not a greaseball

Ofc do not smoke and do not skip sunblock

Even skin tone can be achieved with vit C pills and topical vit c serum

Try not to resort to accutane or anti biotics as the first measure, as it might fuck things up in your body

I have normal to oily skin so I dont need to do too much to it.

I use african black soap on my face every time I take a shower (this is so important and I recommend it to anyone)

then moisturize with whatever I have at the time (best I've ever used is philosophy hope in a jar, but most anything works for me). I dont go outside much so I dont use sunscreen.

and then when I get a pimple, I use diluted ACV or something with benzoyl peroxide.

>>9423092
moisturise. the less hydration the more your skin produces oils

>>9453427
Is english not your first language? The instructions are clear and simple.

1) wash face
2) apply rubbing alcohol to face
3) mix water and baking soda
4) apply chemical peel to face after alcohol dries
5) wait 3-10 minutes
6) rinse with baking soda+water mixture

That's basically what it says exactly.

>>9419857
/r/skincare addiction only cares about sunscreen so much because they are mostly all girls and are all terrified of getting sun caused wrinkles

>get wrinkles
>not a woman
>not looking like total shit
>male masterrace

>>9453881
i didn't expect the thread to be still up! but which ceraphil cleanser would you best recommend for sensitive, super dry, and acne prone skin?

>>9453247
>I had acne until my 20's and tried everything, but doing less and leaving my face alone is what cured it eventually.

So your saying you leaving your face alone is what cured your acne and not the fact you and you got older.

Fascinating.

Yo nigs when I wake up my skin usually looks dry as fuck (I'm half black so the dry skin is extremely visible all over my face) but when I wash/moisturise it my face looks shiny/oily as fuck. I use the standard Simple facewash and moisturiser.
What do?

>>9419857
>discounting /r/skincareaddiction
>still using pore strips

are you fucking retarded?

ishygddt

>>9456492
>3-10 min
The other anon said 30 sec-1 min. WHICH IS IT

>>9457142
The paper I got with it says 3-10 minutes. I kept it on for 8 minutes the first time I did it.

>>9457155
Ah. What was the concentration? I have the 40%

>>9457142
What are you using that tells you to put baking soda and rubbing alcohol on your skin. You must be absolutely retarded to think that's beneficial in anyway to your skin.

>>9457186
See>>9453317

>>9457263
Ok, so it looks like baking soda is used as a neutralizer but I still wouldn't use it on your face, it's not required. As for rubbing alcohol, I'd say absolutely not, way to drying. Take a look at this post.


http://www.acne.org/messageboard/topic/101901-glycoliclactic-acid-peels-how-to-do-them/?hl=lactic

>>9457164
30%

>>9457285
The paper they sent me said to wipe your skin with rubbing alcohol to remove any oil and whatnot before applying the peel.

>>9457285
This also says you can do it once every 7 days? The paper they sent says once every 2 weeks for 20%, 3 weeks for 30 and 40%, and 4 for 50%.

>>9457321
I imagine a cleanser would suffice, then wait for it to dry.

>>9457343
I've heard of people doing them weekly and having no problems, see how your face reacts. Just starting out I would say 2 weeks would be fine.

Hey /fa/, would anyone know how to fix keratosis pilaris?
It's on my back and my arms, and I just generally don't like taking my shirt off anymore.

>>9456548
speak for yourself if you think wrinkles caused by the sun is hot

is there supposed to be a slight burn after rinsing the acid off :o

>>9451266

pls rerspont

>>9457404
i feel you!! I used to never show my legs but after I saw a girl with kp i got the confidence to cause she was still super pretty regardless of it. but unfortunately i don't know how to treat it

>>9428356
>>9428452
Get some Bioderma Photoderm max Ultra Fluid. No white cast but it does leave your face shiny and that's easily fixed by layering a mattifying primer after it's soaked in for 15 minutes.

>>9457404
Use a chemical exfoliant, like salicylic acid. Cerave SA works like a fucking charm. Physically exfoliating your arms and legs with a scrub brush a few times a week helps too. Don't slack off on this routine or else it'll reappear. I swear by this method and my KP is almost unnoticeable now.

>>9456749
The gentle one, not the daily facial cleanser.

>>9453948
Yes! However, the fragrance may irritate your skin if you're using the US version of the product. You could try Eucerin moisturizing cream if that happens because it's very rich, but also unscented.

>>9430497
http://en.koreadepart.com/item/1319179914/vonin-the-character-special-gift-setfor-man

I got this for christmas a year or 2 ago.

i have some stretch marks around my butt/thigh area from my growth spurt when i was younger. what are some creams you guys would recommend for them?

>>9457526
>>9451266
BHA

>>9454013
just cuz im uggo doesn't make ruskis any less digusting
eastern european languages are extremely unpleasant to listen to

This plus cetaphil SPF moisturizer and a soap-less cleanser are all you need.

>you're welcome

>>9453881
Hörrö Svenne-banan:

Vilka produkter ska jag köpa för att fixa min oljiga och feta hud?

24-årig snubbe med typisk oljig hud. Har även lite acne då och då, men peroxid hjälpte aldrig nämvärt

Tack i förhand!

Can I do OCM/double cleansing with just normal Cetaphil cream?

Totally clueless but I only have a little acne and a cleanser, exfoliate and moisturizer are the most important right?

I was think cetaphil for the cleanser and benzoyl peroxide for the exfoliater.

I need a good moisturizer though.

>>9461740
Use bha to exfoliate
But yeah your routine looks good

>>9461756
any good suggestions for a moisturizer?

>>9457937
Thanks, anon.

>>9461766

>>9462269
what makes it so great

>>9462325
Skin food.

>>9461766
cerave
eucerin
cetaphil

>>9462340
I don't know what that means

>>9462457
It means that it's bullshit.

>>9430497
because american products are too mainstream

le quirky and unique hipster

>>9461099
Try a mild and non-drying cleanser (see >>9449732), together with a water-based and "light" face moisturizer is your best bet. If there's acne, you could add some BHA-based and ethanol-free toner. You may be interested in various products containing "astringents".

If you're considering benzoyl peroxide again, try one that has a low concentration (~2.5%) BP.

>>9430497
korean skincare is great! but not a lot of people know about it, and im not too informed in that area so look up on youtube "ponys beauty diary skincare", for something to get you introduced, and /r/asianbeauty

Does anyone if this crap actually works?

>>9465782
I know that light therapy (specific wavelengths) has shown that it can decrease acne but that mask looks like something from seen off tv so...

If I were you I'd just return it and go to a dermatologist to get it done. I did awhile ago and it was awesome, don't remember if the girl I went to was a dermatologist or a cosmetologist practicing under one. It was a 30 minute session and it was like getting a face massage. She'd dim the lights and play nature music and massage my face with this exfoliant that was supposed to help and then did the light therapy, then massage my face again with lotion. I got a ton of free samples because the dermatologist formulated her own cleansers, lotions, etc and those worked really well.

I honestly don't remember if the light therapy helped my acne at all but it was a great experience. Ditch the mask and do it at the derm if you have the cash.