/skin/ - the routine never ends

[Anonymous No.10065912]

Skin Care General

Post everything related to skin care ITT.

Wiki:
Skin care basics: http://tuxbell.com/index.php?title=Grooming#Skin-care_Basics
Acne treatment: http://tuxbell.com/index.php?title=Grooming#Acne_Treatment

Skinacea Links:
Retinoids: http://www.skinacea.com/retinoids/retinoids.html
Sunscreen: http://www.skinacea.com/sunscreen/sunscreen.html
Ridding dark eye circles: http://www.skinacea.com/how-to/get-rid-of-dark-circles.html

FAQ:
Dark circles: http://pastebin.com/t796eKvr
Soap, pH, irritants, and synthetic detergents: http://pastebin.com/51yse1NE
Popping pimples: http://pastebin.com/MufDiSfy
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: http://pastebin.com/GXYPdwMf
Skin tone and diet: http://cdfile.cf/f/6a48b61e.txt
Causes of acne: http://pastebin.com/tudaKWmN

Remember to bump the thread once it hits page 8-10 or so, otherwise some people might not get the help they need in the thread. Try to answer questions as well as asking them (without speculating too much). Online searches can be very helpful for fact-checking.

[Anonymous No.10065925]

usually i just use cetaphil and benzoyl peroxide

what else should i be using? i was thinking of trying the aztec clay thats on amazon

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10065933]

I have finally put together a list of basic skin care products that I feel the most confident in.
Several of the cleansers and moisturizers works for people with sensitive skin (dryness, dermatitis, rosacea). The recommendations are based off dermatological literature, forum recommendations, and online product reviews. The products in the list should have near-universal approval and quality.

---
Recommended basic morning routine:
1. Cleanser
2. Exfoliator
3. Sunscreen

Recommended basic evening routine:
1. Cleanser
2. Exfoliator
3. Moisturizer
---
Recommended skin care products for the face:

Cleansers:
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Aquanil Cleanser

Toners/Exfoliation:
StriDex Medicated Pads, Maximum Strength (2% salicylic acid)
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant (salicylic acid)
Alpha Hydrox Oil-Free Treatment 10% AHA*
Paula's Choice 8% AHA Gel Exfoliant*

Moisturizers:
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
Cetaphil Daily Advance Lotion
Eucerin Skin Calming Daily Moisturizing Creme
Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream**
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream**
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly**

Sunscreens***:
COUI Skincare Facial Advanced Protection SPF 30
Paula's Choice Hydralight Shine-Free Daily Mineral Complex SPF 30
Elta MD UV Clear SPF 46
Kiehl's Ultra Light Daily Defense SPF 50
Shiseide Senka Aging Care UV Sunscreen SPF 50
Neutrogena Age Shield Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 110 (Overkill)

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*Increases sun sensitivity. Use in the evening.

**Heavy/thick. Will probably leave your face shiny. Primarily intended for the body, or for evening use on face.

***All of these offer UVA + UVB protection. Can be used on the body.

Try to use a minimal routine, because there is a "functional limit" to how many products you can effectively use on your face at the same time. The products interfere with each other. Cleanse + clay mask + toner + exfoliation + spot treatment + serum + eye cream + moisturizer + sunscreen is simply an expensive and ineffective clusterfuck.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10065964]

>>10065925
It depends completely on what skin issues you have. See the list below your post.

>>10065933
Please note that you do not need to use exfoliators daily - but generally people can use mild products such as StriDex several times a day (after getting used to the product). If you're only going to use exfoliators once daily, then use them in the nighttime.

8-10% AHA, for example. is not something you should be using on a daily basis.

[Anonymous No.10065979]

>>10065912
Alright NY face has been breaking out more than usual. It's most likely my diet but would appetite in how to keep my face clean and moisturized.
>facial wash in the morning with warm water
>cetaphil with cold water before bed
No routine really. Skin usually dries up during the day, I would say i have somewhat sensitive skin.

[Anonymous No.10066000]

>>10065979
so you dont use any moisturiser or sunscreen in the morning? you should

[Anonymous No.10066039]

>tfw skin doesn't need much care

I only get a one or two pimples at a time and my skin is never irritated from shaving anymore.

Safety razors changed my life

[Anonymous No.10066269]

>>10065933
I've been using:

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant (evening)
Cetaphil moisturizing lotion (evening)
Eucerin sunscreen (morning)

for the past several months, but my nose is still shiny and oily and the tiny acne i have is not going away? Any idea? Also I have little dark things on my nose

[Anonymous No.10066354]

>>10066269
so you're just using PC BHA twice daily? I would use that like both morning and night at least!

you can try clay masks for oil control and also use some kind of mattifying powder

there are expensive PC products that people claim works

http://www.paulaschoice.com/shop/skin-care-categories/targeted-treatments/_/Shine-Stopper-Instant-Matte-Finish-with-Microsponge-Technology/

but I hope there are other things to try

[Anonymous No.10066363]

Do I need to use makeup remover to remove sunscreen before cleansing at night?

[Anonymous No.10066373]

>>10066363
naw. sunscreen is not as sticky as most makeups. the cleanser will remove it properly.

but if you were using makeups then you would use a makeup remover before your cleanser, to get rid of the worst of it

[Anonymous No.10066426]

>>10066354
I'm using PC BHA once, at night only. You think morning + night would be better?

I will look into those products, it's just really confusing to figure out what I need and should buy

And what do you think about those little oil absorbing paper sheet things?

[Anonymous No.10066434]

I've been using a peel off face mask every morning for the past few days, I'm liking the results so far

[Anonymous No.10066445]

How to fix post-acne hyperpigmentation

[Anonymous No.10066460]

>>10066434
what kind of peeling mask is that?

[Anonymous No.10066472]

>>10066445
scour face with sandpaper and let snails slither all over you

[Anonymous No.10066475]

>>10066472
thanks zack

[Anonymous No.10066476]

>>10066460
I've been using Freeman's peel off mask, it was the closest available option to me with the best reviews as a preliminary option to peel off masks, I recommend it but don't see it as the end game

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10066528]

>>10066426
You can use exfoliation products as often as you'd like. You'll know your limit once your skin starts to sting, go red red and dry, and peel excessively. There's a balance there that you need to find. I use a salicylic acid solution at ~2% twice daily.

>>10066445
See the stuff titled "Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation" in OP. In essence:

1. Use a sunscreen to protect your skin from going darker
2. Lighten it using stuff like various AHAs, hydroquinone, ascorbic acid, or Murad Post-Acne Spot Lightening Gel.

Afterwards, don't get acne. If you do get acne, protect it from the sun both during the acne as well as during the healing process. Your skin likes to produce melanin. Try to encourage it to not do that.

[Anonymous No.10066539]

>>10066528
Hey STHLM what do you think of skincaretalk forum?

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10066624]

>>10066539
Haven't used it. Visited just now, and the quality of the advice given there seems to fluctuate a lot between users. I see no need to post there as I think I can be more helpful here. (:

[Anonymous No.10066647]

How can I get rid of sunspots on my face?
For some reason I have like 3 big ones on one side of my face and it looks really bad.

[Anonymous No.10066648]

>>10066624
thats really nice of you,.Thanks for the review :)))

[Anonymous No.10066676]

Alright so my acne has cleared up a lot buy my skin doesn't look the best because it is so oily (especially in the summer time).

My routine is (for morning & night):
1.Dessert Essence Tea Tree Oil Face wash (w/ cold water)
2. Let air dry
3. Moisturize w/ Desert Essence moisturizer (pretty sure tea tree based)
4. (At night only) tea tree blemish stick

My skin looks great after wash and like 2-3 hours after wash but then becomes too shiny oily. Is it because of the moisturizer?

& how important is sunscreen?

Would appreciate any help

[Anonymous No.10066973]

>>10066434
Looks like an herb mint facial mask

http://www.whysanity.net/monos/apsycho4.html

[Anonymous No.10066989]

>>10066647
salad

[Anonymous No.10066990]

>>10066973
Same thing yeah, I'd probably prefer mint, I don't like fruit scents with the face tbh

He's only shown applying one layer, but I've had to apply two coats (with the Freeman's kind anyway) to get it to peel off uniformly like his in the film

[Anonymous No.10067231]

>>10065912
>placebo general, the imagination never ends

[Anonymous No.10067236]

are you all a bunch of mexicans working on the field or what do you need sunscreen for?

[Anonymous No.10067246]

>>10066676
your skin becomes oily if you wash with cold water, and dry if you wash with hot water.
the same apply's to hair.

either wash hot and use moisturizer or wash cold and use soap.

[Anonymous No.10067252]

>>10066676
>>10067246
sulfur soap not some regular garbage

[Anonymous No.10067305]

Ordered some of this in bar and liquid form. Anyone have any experience with it?

[Anonymous No.10067312]

>>10067305
Bronner's is dope. The Neutrogena bars will give a similar clean feeling for 1/2 price with no scent.

[Anonymous No.10067345]

>>10067312

Thanks. Been using nothing but sandalwood EMJ and am getting tired of the smell. Haven't used Neutrogina in a long assed time.

[Anonymous No.10067532]

>>10065912
Why does my skin feel so tight after I come out of the shower?

[Anonymous No.10067547]

>>10067532
too dry i think

[Anonymous No.10067554]

Hey guys /k/ here, for the last couple weeks I've been using bug spray as an anti-acne topical. I put it on once a day, on my face, and it doesn't seem to be working. What's something that I can buy at a pharmay for fairly low prices? This bug spray thing isn't going super well, and I'm broke as fuck. Thanks guys for all the help.

Also why does my face look worse in the light of my screen (snapchat or skype), but looks less awful in the light or a mirror?

[Anonymous No.10067601]

Does Murad Post-Acne Spot Lightening Gel help with the scars too?

[Anonymous No.10067635]

How to shrink pores on nose and cheeks?

[Anonymous No.10067742]

Is jerking off bad for your face?

[adrift !cfkaiwenfk No.10067933]

>>10065933
To make a pastebin for this or not to add in the FAQ? Btw, sorry I was not able to make the IRC Friday night; Rizon said my hotel wifi was banned :/

[Anonymous No.10067935]

>>10067601
I got the answer in like 10 seconds from google

no spoon feeding pls

[Anonymous No.10067938]

>>10067742
You shouldn't cum in your own face

[Anonymous No.10068209]

>>10066676
Desert essence has mixed reviews
it leaves some people oily

[Anonymous No.10068238]

>>10067938
hey man
nice cum

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10068252]

>>10066647
sun-induced hyperpigmentation (extra pigment)
see what to do here:
>>10066528

>>10067246
Cold water, coupled with some kind of detergent, is much less effective at removing oils and dirt than hot water and detergent. That's why it's good to use a bit colder water if you have dry skin.

>>10067635
Essentially: go with a basic routine. Cleanse, and exfoliate. It help you get rid of the stuff that is stuck in your "pores"/pilosebaceous ducts. Some people use clay masks for that purpose. I can't vouch for them. Look for a "pore minimizer" for specific (and expensive) product suggestions. A revised oil cleansing method could work, too. I would just go with cleanser + BHA.

>>10067933
No worries.
I'll add the list to a pastebin later.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10068276]

Is it bad to use an AHA and a BHA in the same day? BP in the morning and SA in the evening.

[Anonymous No.10068287]

got some cerave hydrating cleanser, that shit will get me nice and soft right?

[Anonymous No.10068291]

>>10068238
I didnt asked for your favorite drink

[Anonymous No.10068303]

>>10068276
why take care of ur skin ur going to die in a surgery accident in december any way

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10068357]

>>10068276
Well, benzoyl peroxide is not an alpha-hydroxy acid. But it does make your skin more sensitive to sun though, and it is generally recommended that it shouldn't be used in the morning. SA is a milder morning option. Salicylic acid can even be used to prevent and restore sun damage.
Don't forget the sunscreen - especially not when you're on BP.

PMID: 16758568

>>10068287
Amazon will tell you this

I'll add it to the recommended products list later (forgot about it)

>>10068303
Not helping

[Anonymous No.10068363]

My skin gets itchy as fuck when I use that aztec clay, at first it worked but now I don't use it as much because it gets too itchy.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10068472]

>>10068357
Oh, I had assumed it was.

I am currently using Stridex Max Strength during morning and evening and it had helped tremendously but I feel that I am still getting new spots.

What is a good % of BP to use snd what product? I will integrate that into my night routine instead of SA.

I've heard mixed reviews on using both. What's your recommendation?

[Anonymous No.10068620]

anyone recommend a face sunblock that doesn't smell or leave a noticeable grease? bonus if it has moisturizing and anti-acne properties

[Anonymous No.10068635]

>>10067935
I'm an idiot. I should have read the reviews at the bottom.

Thanks though.

[Anonymous No.10068781]

>>10067236
sunscreen is the best defense against aging skin, treat yo self

[Anonymous No.10068801]

>>10068781
>going outside

[Anonymous No.10068817]

>>10066039
Fuck you

[Anonymous No.10068820]

Been on Tretinoin since April and my problem areas still haven't been helped. I hope I haven't got the full effect yet. Bought some cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen recently I hope all 4 will finally make my skin clear.

[Anonymous No.10068821]

>>10068209
But it completey wrecked my acne. :( I'm scared of using something else

[Anonymous No.10068900]

>>10068635
it's okay
I like you anyways

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10068923]

>>10068620

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10068957]

>>10068472
Ah, right. Good to hear that it has helped. I would probably just increase the number of times applied/day for SA, since it seems to have worked for you.

The concentration of BP to go for is 2.5%. Beyond that the increase in effectiveness is generally not worth the increase in side effects. Most people experience redness/burning/scaling during the first week or so. I would wait 1-2 weeks before trying that, in order to see how I respond to increased SA usage.

More info on BP:
>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9351221

There isn't that much of a difference between different BP products. Just make sure that BP is the main active ingredient.

Spot test, your mileage may wary, medical disclaimer, et c... I hope it turns out alright.

[Anonymous No.10069107]

What happens if I use not good sunscreen?

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10069202]

>>10068957
I already use SA twice a day. When else would I use it?

[Anonymous No.10069229]

Remember everyone's face is different and not everyone does or needs to do this every night.

[Anonymous No.10069669]

>>10066269
Try a sunscreen with a matte finish

[Anonymous No.10069685]

>>10066426
Oil blotting papers work great to absorb excess oil.

[Anonymous No.10069689]

>>10066676
you need to use toner before moisturizing to balance your skin's pH.

[Anonymous No.10069693]

>>10067236
enjoy your premature aging

[Anonymous No.10069702]

>>10069229
>recommending a foaming cleanser
>recommending two separate moisturisers with spot treatment and eye cream over one of them

Jfc. That's just poor.

[Anonymous No.10069719]

>>10069702
there's nothing wrong with foam cleansers

[Anonymous No.10069755]

>>10069229
you're not supposed to do every step every night, and you should only exfoliate a couple times a month.

[Anonymous No.10069762]

Do BHAs help with hyperpygmentation? Do they stop pimples from appearing?

[Anonymous No.10069775]

>>10069719
If you want to mess up the ph balance of your face, then sure there's nothing wrong with them.

[Anonymous No.10069779]

>>10069775
that's what toner is for

[Anonymous No.10069981]

>>10069779
You're a moron.

[Anonymous No.10070094]

Are the suggested products fine for people with combination/oily skin as well? Or would say, the moisturizers be a bit overly hydrating? Or, is it fine as long as it's oil free?

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10070135]

>>10070094
Yes.
They are all intended to clean the skin without drying it out, and without irritating it and causing the skin to become oilier.

For oily skin, I would probably use CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser (and not the Hydrating one).

As for moisturizers, the *** ones are some you probably don't want to use in the morning. Both the Cetaphil and CeraVe lotions are water-based and are reputed to not make oiliness worse (and actually help make the skin less oily).

>>10069202
Haha, I don't know. I guess you can try something more/something else. AHA is an exfoliation option.

[Anonymous No.10070155]

Is it best to not use any products on my face once or twice a week so I'm not exposing my face to chemicals every day?

[Anonymous No.10070246]

>>10069775
synthetic detergent cleansers that are pH-balanced do not fuck up your skin pH, even if they are foaming

[Anonymous No.10070251]

>>10070135
Awesome, thanks. I already currently use the CeraVe Foaming cleanser (though it doesn't seem to foam at all??)

Just looking for a better daily moisturizer and a chemical exfoliator. In the evening, I use a thicker moisturizer that's supposed to prevent wrinkles, as well. Some O'lay shit.

What about shaving? Kinda hate to admit it here, but I'm trans, so I obviously like a super clean shave. However, using Gillette's Fusion Proglide, I usually always have some ingrowns on my upper lip and chin. Just got a Mach3 Turbo for $8, since its cartridges are a bit cheaper, but a straight/safety razor would be even cheaper.

[Anonymous No.10070261]

>>10070251
Err, wasn't asking again about moisturizer, if it sounds like I was.

Though I guess uh, is witch hazel toner worth using? Or are your listed chemical exfoliants supposed to take care of all that in one step?

[Anonymous No.10070355]

I have PIH scars that are fading very slowly. Texture wise, they feel exactly the same as an unblemished patch of skin, but the red/brown marks run deep. I've been using 10% AHA (glycolic) for several months now without really seeing a marked improvement, despite increasing the usage from every second day mixed with moisturizer to every night in place of moisturizer. I apply facial sunscreen if I go out, and I follow a pretty simple routine with CeraVe's cleanser and lotion with the niacinamides. I'm going to supplement some Hydroquinone soon.


Recently, I heard about a home remedy using a Boric Acid/Glycerin paste topically to fade scars. There are many lifestyle blog pages online that say it's an effective solution, but absolutely no concrete studies backing it like the traditional glycolic acid / niacinamides that I'm using. I've heard both good and bad about this. Is it advisable to try it out? Or will it burn me and make a smaller problem into a larger one?

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10070418]

>>10070251
Right.

As for moisturizers: The ones listed are good. If you need something to use in the daytime, I would suggest a mattifying sunscreen. Will hopefully make your skin less shiny.

As for chemical exfoliators, the one's I can recc are listed.

Shaving: Shave with the grain, and try to make sure that your razor is sufficiently sharp. Shave after showering, and use a shaving cream/gel. An electric razor is less likely to give you ingrown hairs, but it will not give you an as close of a shave. As a long term solution, I think you should totally go for laser hair removal. Very effective.

Witch hazel can possibly be effective when trying to trying to control oiliness. I don't know that much about it. The exfoliators listed are meant to prevent acne, among several other things (pH control, bacteria growth, aging signs, skin absorption, sun protection, luster, et c).

Also, if you happen to be q_ko - please come back.

>>10070355
As you may know, it is often needed to use a combination of substances to see major improvement in PIH (like you've done, to some extent). Your pigmentation seems to run deep in your skin, and it is therefore not that likely that you will succeed to peel it away using various chemicals at home.

I would see a dermatologist if I were you. They'll know what to do, and can offer you true power-options. Some prescription-only combination therapies will hopefully do the trick.

Note that red marks is rather "post-inflammatory erythema" and could get worse from some PIH treatments (especially some acid stuff). You could even make your pigmentation worse by irritating your skin using the wrong chemicals at wrong concentrations, so I would just see a derm instead to play it safe.

[Not a doctor, et c]

[Anonymous No.10070501]

>>10070418
Lmao, no, I'm not them. Just some 6'1 ~144lb white person from Ohio. (Still mostly presenting dudemode, tho kinda uncanny valley)

Laser/electro is obviously the longterm goal, but money's really tight atm.

Thanks again.

[Anonymous No.10070675]

>>10070418
Thank you. I would see a derm but the backlog here according to my family doc is around 4 months, which I don't really have because I move cross-country for school.

They don't appear to be PIE since the test for PIE vs. PIH is that PIE disappears or diminishes in the presence of pressure, while PIH does not.

Hopefully the Hydroquinone treatment works out - I've heard it's very efficient when combined with the AHA

[Anonymous No.10070677]

I got a cleanser that leaves my skin feeling a little squeeky, do I just need to throw it out?

[Anonymous No.10070745]

>on spironolactone from 14 to 24
>mostly wash face with soap in the shower
>clean no acne no dryness or oil
>stop spironolactone
>loads of oil
>clogged pores
>acne
>redness blotchy
Wat do?

[Anonymous No.10070772]

>>10070745
Become a tranny like me. Hue.
>300mg spiro, 4mg Estradiol

Aside from ingrowns, it really cleared up my skin! :^)

[Anonymous No.10071014]

>>10070501
I'd be more worried about changing your hairstyle asap, because long hair on a young balding man is not cool. And yes, you are balding like a mofo and may have hsv1

[Anonymous No.10071076]

>>10071014
Lolno. My hairline isn't that bad. My hair's just tied in a bun. But yeah, I plan on getting some Rogaine in a few months to make my hairline less square.

[Anonymous No.10071084]

>>10071076
Oops, forgot (shitty) pic

I still need to figure out a decent hairstyle and how to take care of my hair (it normally seems pretty dry and frizzy, and I think my shitty flat iron does more harm than good)

But yeah, this isn't the thread for that...

[Anonymous No.10071089]

>>10065912
My face gets redness maybe roseachia even
What do you recommend

[Anonymous No.10071091]

>>10071014
>hsv1
Lmao, what even. What, that tiny blemish on my lip? Just a tiny whitehead that I missed when I blurred shit out.

[Anonymous No.10071096]

(also sorry for apparently derailing the thread)

nb

[Anonymous No.10071115]

can sum1 pls sticky?

[Anonymous No.10071823]

>>10071115
why sticky?

[Anonymous No.10072147]

you seem to have missed the skincare general, newfriend

>>10065912

always look in the catalog before posting

[Anonymous No.10072148]

>>10071823
>why sticky?

Because you touch yourself at night

[Anonymous No.10072153]

Guys, I found out I have a relatively painful and larger-than-usual pimple growing on my face (still in its early stage). How can I stop from getting worse/leaving a scar? Just let it develop until it's ready to ooze?

My sister uses this tea tree oil cleanser from The Body Shop that she says works wonders, but I don't know...

I hate it when this shit happens, and my face is actually clear too.

Help is appreciated

[Anonymous No.10072174]

Anyone know anything about this? I've read really positive reviews online.

[Anonymous No.10072175]

>>10072174
>Witch Hazel
>Aloe Vera

How can you go wrong? Seems good.

[Anonymous No.10072201]

Is it ok to use the products I use on my face, foaming cleanser, benzoyl peroxide and a moisturiser, on my chest for some mild acne? It is only a few spots spread out across the top of my chest

[Anonymous No.10072279]

>>10072153
I don't know if itr's available in your country but here I live in France and everytime I get a pimple and I feel like it's going to be white and all, I just put some colourless eosin on it. It dries the shit out of it, fixed in 3 days top.

I looked it up and I guess the english name is tetrabromofluorescein

[Anonymous No.10072305]

>>10072201
Yes
Your skin is less sensitive there than the ace

[Anonymous No.10072597]

>>10072174
doesnt really do anything

[Anonymous No.10072737]

>>10072153
lance it with a needle (not a fuck off big one obviously, one that will create a channel to the surface without doing heaps of damage) and pop a blister bandage on it. it'll draw out all the shit before it really has a chance to fuck up your skin.

[Anonymous No.10073323]

>>10072153
>>10072737
yes, you could pop it, but do it safely like it says in the FAQ instead

Popping pimples: http://pastebin.com/MufDiSfy

[Anonymous No.10073327]

Anything to help with constant red cheeks?

[Anonymous No.10073581]

>>10071089
seeing a doctor, lol

>>10073327
consider rosacea. and going to a doctor.

also, for both of you: don't use steroid creams on the face. it can create steroid induced rosacea.

laser treatment is GOAT
it truly helps.

[Anonymous No.10073648]

The most important thing is to drink enough water every single day, at least 84 ounces of water daily.

Also if you're not steaming your face at least once a week you might as well be throwing your money in the bin. A good 10-15 minute light steam followed by a daily cleanser will do much more for your skin than washing with the cleanser and other products alone for 4 days straight.

[Anonymous No.10074010]

>>10073648
84 ounces? Jesus. I drink about 50/day and my piss is already like water.

[Anonymous No.10074096]

So I ordered a"Korean Italy towel" to see what all the hype was about. Does /skin/ have experience with these or how about Korean spas in general?

Soaking in hot water for half an hour sounds punishing but the result is supposed to be god tier cleanliness.

Would appreciate feedback

[Anonymous No.10074222]

big up STHLM, probably the best trip going

if I could get some advice please

had pretty mild acne, but had a course of roaccutane about 2 yrs ago. Now my acne is coming back with 2-5 little whiteheads each morning.

at the moment I am doing

>morning
face wash with cetaphil bar soap
cerave moisturizer

>evening
face wash with cetaphil bar soap
applying freederm cream to spots ( nicotinamide 4%)
cerave moisturizer

should I be swap out for the freederm for some sort of BP?
This seems to be the only decent one I can buy in the uk: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Neutrogena-On-The-Spot-Acne-Treatment-21g/dp/B000052YJX/ref=sr_1_1?&ie=UTF8&qid=1436136985&sr=8-1&keywords=Benzoyl+Peroxide

[Anonymous No.10074315]

Is pore shrinking possible guys?

[Anonymous No.10074348]

>>10074315
Did you even read any of the linked articles in the OP? They literally answer your question.

[Anonymous No.10075832]

bump

[Anonymous No.10075860]

>>10067554
Why the fuck are you using bug spray to fight acne my friend?

Phone light is generally closer to your face and more revealing and contrasting with its bluish tone than warm bathroom lighting.

[Anonymous No.10075901]

>>10068620
ansolar

[Anonymous No.10075937]

Has anyone any experience with this?

[Anonymous No.10076028]

>>10067532
probably your face wash is drying you out too much, I get the same

[Anonymous No.10076032]

>>10074222
you tried BHA? in my experience it's the king of mild acne, PC does a pretty good BP I think but it's expensive

i'd recommend swapping out your bar soap with a face wash too, I've had great experience with the cetaphil face wash

[Anonymous No.10076037]

>>10065933
what's your experience like with the hydrox 10% pads? I thought they were pretty underwhelming for the price compared to PC

[Anonymous No.10076059]

>>10076032
no I have not, is there one you recommend?

[Anonymous No.10076079]

>>10076059
salicylic acid is BHA
two listed in OP :)))

[Anonymous No.10076094]

been using pro-active for last two years and has noticably reduced acne, but i still get one or two spots every now and then and my skin isn't clear

what is /fa/s thought on proactive and anything else i should add to my skin care routine

[Anonymous No.10076123]

so about dark eye circles, mine look purplish, so I guess it's ''iron oxide leaking from tiny blood vessels''
which product do you recommend?

[Anonymous No.10076126]

>>10076123
did you happen to read the FAQ part called "dark circles"?

[Anonymous No.10076133]

>>10076126
yes but it doesn't recommend any products

[Anonymous No.10076147]

>>10065912
Step 1: Wash face with cleanser
Step 2: Spray and wipe apple cider vinegar over face and let dry
Step 3: Moisturizer
???
Profit!!!

This routine has done wonders for my skin, just saiyan.

[Anonymous No.10076253]

>>10076133
http://www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/19ftrr/teach_it_tuesday_thursday_dark_circles_under_eye/

They recomend products here

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10076282]

>>10070501
You're welcome. Good luck.

>>10070675
Alright. Hopefully it turns out alright.
Remember to make sure that your SPF is at least +30, and that it protects against both UVA and UVB.

>>10070677
Not necessarily! It's probably just squeaky clean. It will probably need some moisture afterwards, though. What cleanser are you using?

>>10074010
Yep. That's because 84 ounces of water daily is a rather arbitrary number that doesn't take important factors like body mass, activity levels, outside temperature, air humidity, salt intake, caffeine intake, or other things into consideration.

Drinking water is a common advice in these threads, but I think the potential benefits from increased water intake exist because when you drink more water you probably drink less dairy/high GI drinks - that has been shown to contribute to acne.

More info:
>>/fa/thread/S9336061#p9361475

>>10076037
I don't know that much about them. If you're feeling underwhelmed, then you can try applying them more often and see what happens.

>>10076133
That's mainly because 1. it's easier to deal with the environmental common causes behind it, and 2. it's kind of hard for products applied to the skin to reach down to the areas it needs to reach. Lasers seem to work, though. I would just use BB cream in the meantime.

>>10076147
ACV is actually quite good as long as you don't apply too much of it for too long. It helps counter the high pH of most other skin care products, and helps bring the pH of the skin down to healthy levels and prevents the growth of "acne bacteria".

>>10076253
Retinoids as well as ascorbic acid are recommended there. The firs tip is a bit controversial, considering that erythema is a common side-effect of retinoid treatment. Retinoid usage can also cause a kind of rosacea. Ascorbic acid seems to work, though, as it has been found to help make red skin less red, like after different kinds of brutal in-clinic skin therapies.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10076302]

>>10074222
I would probably just second this:
>>10076032

Even though the bar soap is a syndet one, and therefore much better than most other bar soaps, using the dedicated facial cleanser would probably be good.

Freederm Gel is /okay/. I'd probably just use some AHA/BHA stuff at first, and then consider BP after a couple of weeks. Roaccutane is apparently also a thing you could try again if you feel the need.

[Anonymous No.10076482]

>tfw tried every fucking treatment ever
>tfw really really do my best to get clear skin
>tfw take antibiotics against acne
>tfw nothing works

fucking kill me god

[Anonymous No.10076490]

>>10076482
why not Accutane?
that's generally the FINAL SOLUTION.

[Anonymous No.10076498]

Am I meant to mix the aztec clay til its like a paste if so what consistency
i could only get lumpy shit in water :(

also i just use recommended 15-20 that's fine ?

[Anonymous No.10076502]

>>10076498
I think it's supposed to be mixed with apple cider vinegar according to instructions

what does the internet say?

[Anonymous No.10076515]

>>10076502
it says either/or
ill pick up some apple cider vinegar
apparently 35-45 mins too

[Anonymous No.10076679]

>mfw i stopped washing my face and it's going alright
i can't come up with an explanation yet

[Anonymous No.10076683]

has anyone else noticed that the week after doing mdma the skin doesn't break out and it usually looks better than previously?

[Anonymous No.10076901]

>>10076683
Yeah seriously what the fuck
a week after Mandy my skin is all good
its a shame that my lips are always messed up after

[Anonymous No.10076965]

>>10067305
god damn I hate people like this.
we get it, you smoke.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10077014]

>>10076683
>>10076901
this has sent me on fucking online crusade

never heard of this happening

very interesting

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10077019]

>>10076683
>>10076901
this has sent me on a fucking online crusade

never heard of this before

very interesting

[Anonymous No.10077026]

>>10068820
Nigga you need accutane if tetinoin isn't working.

[Anonymous No.10077031]

>>10065933
exfoliating just makes any tan I get dissapear instantly. I've stopped exfoliating for the past month and i look better and healthier.

[Anonymous No.10077068]

I know this has probably been asked and answered a lot but,

Back acne, pls help.

[Anonymous No.10077075]

>>10077019
finding anything?

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10077087]

>>10077075
I'm off to a party actually

but mdma seems to be able to affect how much sebum that is produced or released by the sebaceous glands. that's why some users experience dryness in lips/scalp/face

will look it up further later

[Anonymous No.10077377]

>>10077087

You're a great poster pls never leave, not just based on this post but in general

[Anonymous No.10077471]

>>10076282
MtF faggot again. So are you saying that I need to increase my water intake from 50 to at least 70fl oz, even though my urine is already clear? In your other linked post, you said 2.2L for women (which I'd assume is probably the guideline I should follow by now, due to hormones?)

I am planning to redo a Couch to 5k, as well as some newbie lifting program, so obviously I'll have to increase my intake even further then. Just want to make sure I have a good baseline.

[Anonymous No.10077477]

>>10077068
Alba Botanica Acne Body Scrub

[Anonymous No.10077918]

>>10077477
You are a lovely person, thank you. I've had this problem since December of last year.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10078546]

>>10077068
AHA, BHA, or BP - to a greater extent than on the face since your skin is much thicker/less sensitive on the back for example (maybe don't overdo the BP though...). Remember to not use ordinary too-alkaline bar soap on your back.

Other tricks people use is to try to change bedding quite often, as well as wearing a clean t-shirt every night (to avoid the accumulation of skin residues/oil/dirt/bacteria). Not tested if it works in controlled studies afaik, though.

As for diet, avoiding dairy seems to be one of the few things we actually have reason to do when it comes to acne. I'll probably do a write-up on that.

>>10077471
I don't know. Try reading the CDC/Mayo Clinic links. They have recommended rules of thumb. I just try to drink whenever I'm thirsty, and then some.

>>10077377
Thank you. You're welcome.
I've had people here thank me for helping them improve their skin - and that's pretty much why I'm here.

[Anonymous No.10078638]

>>10076482

look into PDT treatment for acne, worked well for me YMMV

[Anonymous No.10079036]

Do you guys really need sunscreen for everyday use? I don't feel the need since I'm not white.

[Anonymous No.10079069]

>>10069702
>>10069719
>>10069775
So should i not buy this?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YMJJSK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

[Anonymous No.10079071]

>>10079036
depends where you live
but yeah, i have fair skin and live somewhere sunny

[Anonymous No.10079085]

I have a cluster of acne on the middle of my back right on top of the spine. The rest of my back is clear but I can't do anything about that region.

I always treat it with BP but a few weeks later it comes back again, exactly on the same fucking spot. Can I use my face cleanser there or something to prevent it from breaking out again?
Do I have to keep using BP even after I clear that zone? I'm using it as a spot treatment, not as prevention.

[Anonymous No.10079091]

>>10079036
What was the point of this post?

[Anonymous No.10079097]

>>10079036

Bummer that you're not white, dude. I highly recommend it.

[Anonymous No.10079103]

>>10079091
I'm just wondering if it's necessary.

>>10079071
Where do you live? Somewhere sunny like California, maybe?

>>10079097
I'd try if I could.

[Anonymous No.10079335]

>>10079069
You should. It's really awesome stuff, imo.

[Anonymous No.10079419]

Anyone ever gotten a mole removed? I have two that make me very self conscious (one near my ear and one at the back of my neck). Is this costly? Where do I go? I'm tired of living with them.

[Anonymous No.10079669]

PIMPLE IN MY EAR WHAT DO I DO

[Anonymous No.10079682]

Can you exfoliate if you're also doing a peeling each week? My skin is really resistant.

[Anonymous No.10079722]

any unbiased reviews out there of this?

[Anonymous No.10079777]

My skin looks shit, I'm also incredibly pale. My question is: Would getting a tan sort of make my shitty blemishes and bad skin issues stand out less even a little bit? Maybe like the contrast isn't as bad.

Pls help

[Anonymous No.10079937]

>>10079722
>review
>unbiased

[Anonymous No.10079949]

>>10079937
damn

[Anonymous No.10079961]

>>10079777
the sun helps with acne

but getting a tan probably won't make a huge difference or anything

[Anonymous No.10080098]

> face wash with bp only shit thay ever works
> have brand A that works pretty well for a year or so
> company changes formula
> adds fragrance and coconut derived ingredients that irritate skin
> switch to brand B
> doesnt work that well
> check ingredients
> fuckers changed name of a coconut derived ingredient to some technical sounding shit
> BRAND C
> Works okay so far, not sure if getting random zits from it or just a normal breakout

I WANT OFF MR BONES WILD SKIN RIDE

[Anonymous No.10080105]

> tfw if we had evolved a slightly different alternative to sebum then noone would have to deal with acne

[Anonymous No.10080118]

>>10080098
a c c u t a n e ?

[Anonymous No.10080209]

>>10080118
While my skins not perfect its a far cry from needing accutane. Im just really insecure about having even one small pimple at a time.

[Anonymous No.10080329]

So I've been on roaccutane at a low dosage of 20mg and I've been getting almost no pimples at all only when I stop taking it for 2 weeks and then the oil starts to get clogged up again.

What I want to know is, is it wise to rely only on accutane at a low dosage for the rest of your life ? What are the major side effects that will come when you're older ? So far, it's only dry lips and minor flaking only when I'm on it. Other than that, I don't feel anything. I heard about hair thinning as well. Is it true ?

[Anonymous No.10080457]

>>10080329
Whats considered the average dose?

[Anonymous No.10080468]

>>10080457
It depends on the severity of your acne. I don't think there is an average

[Anonymous No.10080908]

STHLM the left side of ym face looks puffier and the skin there feels thicker and rougher, is this because i always lay it on my hand?

[Anonymous No.10081018]

ANYONE HAS A VIDEO WHICH SHOWS HOW TO APPLY ALL THIS SHIT TO YOUR FACE?
TFW

[Anonymous No.10081041]

>>10080329
You didnt do your research. There is a cumulative dose, I forget what it is but it takes around 2 years to reach it at 20mg.

[Anonymous No.10081102]

>>10065925
Aztec clay is amazing. Also Coconut Oil.

[Anonymous No.10081108]

>>10066039
Have fun with premature wrinkles.

[Anonymous No.10081117]

>>10081102
>coconut oil

VERY comedogenic

https://www.beneficialbotanicals.com/facts-figures/comedogenic-rating.html

[Anonymous No.10081135]

>two rounds of Accutane
>several rounds of pills and creams
>microdermabrasions and a dermabrasion
>do everything in my power to avoid it, healthy diet, ample exercise, 7% body fat
>still getting acne
>still have terrible scars


I can't take the humiliation anymore and being gawked at /fa/, one more year of suffering and I will kill myself

[Anonymous No.10081158]

Is Proactiv worth trying? I have a free coupon and my homie Adam Levine likes it

[Anonymous No.10081215]

>>10080908
you sleep on it. If you use exfoliators or retin a , the added irritation causes it to puff up.

[Anonymous No.10081301]

nigress anon here. no breakouts but a couple hyper-pigmentation marks i need gone on a budget. the problem is i can't use most otc shit because it gives black people uneven tones.

suggestions?

i had a dermatologist for a while and he had my skin phenomenal but i can no longer afford it.

[Anonymous No.10081376]

Let's say I take a shower in the morning. Do use a cleanser and exfoilator before or after the shower? And before or after shaving?

[Anonymous No.10081407]

>>10081018
what products

[Anonymous No.10081421]

wouldn't take my word as the law but i'd recommend cleansing in the shower and then shaving if you want a closer shave (I sometimes cleanse after shaving because it feels fucking good) assuming you're using a chemical exfoliator you should use it after cleansing and apply moisturizer after it dries out, don't use physical exfoliation it's terrible for your skin in the long term

[Anonymous No.10081427]

>>10081421
>>10081376
ay im retarded

[Anonymous No.10081431]

>>10081301
Did you try searching for budget alternatives for the meds he prescribed?

Sorry, I don't have any other suggestions, but I'm just a random anon

[Anonymous No.10081727]

Any recommended products for dental care/whitening?
I know this is skin care but I didn't want to make another thread.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10081809]

>>10080908
I guess so. I've sometimes experienced similar things myself. It's easy for you to test it out!

>>10081727
if you search for "teeth whitener" on amazon, and then sort by reviews - then you'll get several hundred recommendations. this goes for all products.

>>10081135
I'll hand you some wild cards from vast academic dermatological depths that could possibly help:

- topical linoleic acid (found in high amounts in grape seed oil and safflower oil)
- topical phytosphingosine
- http://www.direct-ms.org/pdf/EvolutionPaleolithic/Acne%20vulgaris.pdf (try to apply it to some extent, if you haven't already)

also, if you are considering suicide then you probably need a therapist as well as a dermatologist. I personally think there are more things to life than great (or shitty) skin. There are so many wonderful things in life that do not depend on the state of your skin. I think you can have a decent time anyways.

--------------------------------------------

I'll try to post a bit less in order to prevent the skin care threads from turning into ask-sthlm threads. also, I've just started working in skin care again so I will probably implode if I advice people on it both at work and at home (at least like... often).

yes, I will still post. just not quite as much.

[Anonymous No.10081827]

>>10081809
True enough but I trust 4chan more than amazon reviews since a few of them are faked. I was just wondering if any of you guys have any experiences with teeth whitening products?

[Anonymous No.10081960]

>>10081827
And for the first time, the phrase "I trust 4chan" was uttered

Amazon reviews often correlate with other review sites, so it's a great aggregator

[Anonymous No.10082001]

>>10081960
I, also, trust 4chan more than many other sites or communities. Aside from trolling, which can be avoided through a little common sense, what reason does Anonymous have to lie to anyone? We have nothing to sell, no specific agenda to push. So...

[Anonymous No.10082023]

>>10071084
I suggest parting your hair not so far on the side like you have, imho you'd look really good with a middle part, being a transwoman you'll want to draw away emphasis from MPB areas until regrowth starts

[Anonymous No.10082087]

>>10082023
Oh, thanks. Yeah, I'm still really unsure of what to do with my hair. I was thinking of getting another 5-6 inches lobbed off to bring it up to my collarbone/shoulders, go for a long bob. But yeah, I have no idea what to do to pull attention away from my chin and hide my brow. I'd think straight bangs would only hurt me.

Pic maybe related?

(I should probably take this to the hair thread >>10080282)

[Anonymous No.10082245]

>>10081135
it took my bro so many years to figure his shit out. three rounds accutane, creams, pills, proactiv, all the natural shit i gave him that worked for me, cetaphil, etc. he uses acne.org and loves it, plus his scars have mostly healed. i do oil cleansing with hemp/grapeseed oils because my skin is drier but still acne prone.

don't give up. it sucks ass but you will figure something out. also, i'm sure you've heard this before, but it's way more noticeable to you than anyone else. and once your shit is figured out you can always get laser treatments for scarring.

[Anonymous No.10082267]

>>10081117
So will Coconut oil cause breakouts? If so, whats a good replacement

[Anonymous No.10082301]

This is simply a joke I'm late in finding, right?

[Anonymous No.10082311]

Can 4 months of a good skincare routine take slightly bad skin to pretty good? (I'm not expecting flawless, but you know)

My issues encompass:
>Acne, but it's very minor
>T-Zone as fuck; nose and forehead are oily but cheeks are drier than the sahara
>Acne scars; pitted/icepick and hyper pigmentation but the pitted/icepick scars are pretty minor so I don't really care if they don't get reduced I mostly want the hyper pigmentation gone
>Sebaceous filaments (I do realize these are permanent but I hear there's ways to reduce their appearance)

[Anonymous No.10082511]

Random input here.

I clean my face regularly, exfoliate somewhat often, use moisturizer and sunscreen during the day. My skin is still prone to acne so I always have to watch it.

One thing I've realized this summer though is that my skin really clears up when I go swimming more often. What is it that does this?

My guess was the antibacterial properties with a bit of sunlight. With that being said. How can I mimic this effect without a pool or hardh chemicals?

[Anonymous No.10082540]

Just got a bottle of this stuff from amazon. This shit has helped my skin more then anything posted in this thread.

I'm using it for hyper pigmentation from acne / other fair skin flaws.

[Anonymous No.10082543]

>>10082023
Kek. I had a feeling I was just going to be met by trolls if I posted there. owell. I have errands to run before it gets dark. Thanks again, Anon.

[Anonymous No.10082552]

>>10082301
No, anon. We all smear jizz on our faces. It's really healthy for you.

[Anonymous No.10082555]

>>10082245
I've already had five nonablative laser resurfacing procedures as well

[Anonymous No.10082653]

>>10082311
>Acne scars

Try

>>10082540

I've used lots of peels / ACV / mixtures. but this is working amazingly

[Anonymous No.10082787]

Does shaving over acne make the scarring significantly worse if it causes the acne to bleed a little?

[Anonymous No.10082790]

>>10081158
Adam Levine doesn't have an acne problem.

[Anonymous No.10082834]

>>10082653
you lying to me?

[Anonymous No.10082896]

so i read over some of the faqs, and sorry for some degree of spoonfeeding, but i just caught this thread and was looking for some advice.

my skin has slowly been clearing up over the years (23, male, had moderate acne as a teenager), but it really still isn't 'healthy'. i don't get many big nasty whiteheads or anything any more (maybe 1-2/week), but my face is still very oily, like straight up oil slick on the way home from work. because of this i still get a lot of blemishes and small filled pores like the nasty ass video in the op with someone cleaning out pores with some dermatology tool, especially around my nose. i also still get lots of small blemish/bumps that i am not really sure what to even classify as, since they arent really whiteheads but are still filled pimples.

im looking to put the final nail in the coffin and clear my face up but all this stuff is a lot of info to take in at once. anyone care to give me a link or tldr for a good treatment regimen for clearing up oily skin and helping reduce oiliness?

currently i havent really made much of an effort, but i would like to start. all i do right now is use a cleanser in the morning (clean and clear morning cleanser) and then wash my face with water at night. i also occasionally will wash off after working out in the evenings. any suggestions for regimen/products to look into?

[Anonymous No.10083066]

>>10082834

naw man. use it. I've had years of acne and acne scars. I've tried AHA peels Gycolic peels. I've used ACV for years trying to get rid of acne scars.

here is my regiment.

>African black soap
>Indian healing clay mask w/ green matcha and charcoal powder once a week
>I use a black head remover that I scrap off deadskin / black heads after a hot shower
>I do egg white masks once a week
>AHA lotion 2x a day

my skin hasn't looked better. The AHA lotion is really helping. Another company on ebay sells a big bottle of it. I might try that to save money.

Drink lots of water too. Get your god damn veggies and fruit in too.

Next I'm going to try to do some stand up sun tanning at a tanning salon by me.

>tfw patrick bateman

[Anonymous No.10083099]

>>10082790
Not anymore hehehe

[Anonymous No.10083139]

All this talk about skin routine but how many of your niggas take cold showers?

[Anonymous No.10083159]

>>10083139
me :#

[Anonymous No.10083168]

>>10069669
Does this go any higher then 20? I want 50

[Anonymous No.10083227]

>>10083066
>>tfw patrick bateman
the dream
((good for you tho, im struggling with acne scars and i like hearing stories of people getting better))

[Anonymous No.10083239]

>>10083168
You don't need higher than 30, really. Why waste your money?

[Anonymous No.10083249]

>>10083139
>>10083159
any skin benefits of cold showers?

[Anonymous No.10083280]

>>10083249
Circulation, natural tightening of pores, softer hair, less oil production.

[Anonymous No.10083322]

>>10083280

CITATION

NEEDED
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E
D
E
D

[Anonymous No.10083463]

>>10065912
I have a boil and have been diagnosed with MRSA, i've been using surgical soap, charcoal bar cleansing soap, toning cleanser, clearasil wipes throughout the day, and I try to dab it with Neosporin at night. My skin is in otherwise excellent shape but this is a pretty prominent blemish.


I have a date on Sunday, is there a way I can get rid of this before then?

[Anonymous No.10083495]

>>10083280
>tightening of pores
Shiggy

[Anonymous No.10084205]

>>10069669
>>10083168
Pic related is what I use, I recommend it

[Anonymous No.10084218]

how to improve skin texture
using aztec clay 1x week

i cleanse/moisturize 2x a day
should i try exfoliating more?

[Anonymous No.10085147]

>>10066434
ever since watching American Psycho Ive wanted one of these

[Anonymous No.10085223]

>>10083463
>MRSA

damn. what does your doctor tell you?

you should seriously have had a doctor tell you what to do

what the fuck

[PlsSudoku !d2CR0Z05Kw No.10085264]

>>10069669
>>10084205
if it doesnt have zinc, why even try...

[Anonymous No.10085316]

>>10083249
they wake u up in the monring

[Anonymous No.10085895]

who else /silverpowder/ here??

[Anonymous No.10086173]

>>10085264
>ingredients
>2% zinc oxide
gg

[Anonymous No.10086470]

I only get pimples on my forehead, in the forms of large, cyst-like zits. I use benzoyl peroxide and salicyllic acid as well as a general sensitive face wash, but it seems that after one goes, another comes up near it or around it.
I also get small, pus filled pimples on my scalp, sometimes they are irritated, and swell, other times they are simply just a pimple, anything to do about these?
I do pop them as well, the ones on my forehead and scalp, what can I do to further remedy these?
Pic related is my forehead.

[Anonymous No.10086507]

>thinks my skin is shit because I have a pimple once every season change
>read the thread
>instantrelief.psd

STHLM you're dope though, keep up the good work

[Anonymous No.10086554]

I get shit like this on my forehead, not actual acne.
These routines don't have much of an effect on them.
Any suggestions?

(Pic not me btw)

[Anonymous No.10086575]

What should I do to improve my face?
Currently expholiate>foam wash>toner>spot treatment>moisturize/collagen mask.
I've always had issues with acne on my neckline, I've switched to shaving with a new blade each time and with the grain to see if that will help but so far no luck.
Also I have acne scars on my jaw that I would like to get rid of. Thinking of trying out Alpha Hydrox lotion.
Any tips for the huge pores on my inner cheeks and nose?

[Anonymous No.10086580]

>>10086575
Yes my hair is ugly AF, had to cut it for a wig during a cosplay. so I'm looking for a new style to go for as it grows out, any recommendations?

[Anonymous No.10086761]

>>10082555
You might be going overboard and depleting the natural oils on your skin? When I started breaking out I freaked and all the anti acne stuff I used/washing my face 3 times a day kept making it worse. I literally wash my face with oil now and it's much less oily.

>>10083066 this guy's advice is great; I do matcha and/or clay masks once a week. You will find something that works for you. I understand your pain but don't give up.

Also, drink an insane amount of water.

[Anonymous No.10087653]

>>10086470
bump for this please?

[Anonymous No.10087665]

/fa/'s thoughts on tretinoin?

[Anonymous No.10087863]

>>10087665
If you need it just take accutane

[gr8 blog post No.10087943]

>>10086554
Same. I figured they're enlarged sebaceous glands, same as on the nose?

But yeah, suggestions to minimize them would be awesome.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10088242]

>>10086575
Generally speaking, an AHA like glycolic acid can help fade hyperpigmentation and also reduce the apperance of pores. Alternatively, use Salicylic Acid 1%-2% on thise areas, at least 1 time a day.

Use sunscreen at 30spf or higher if you're going to be outdoors at all.

Also, if you're using a physical exfoliator, stop. Using Salicylic Acid as an exfoliator, or any chemical for that matter, is much better for your skin.

[Anonymous No.10088301]

>>10087943
oops, name

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10088397]

>>10086470
make sure you pop the stuff in a somewhat safe way (see the FAQ). remember that you shouldn't actually need to pop (but instead work in a preventive manner).

I think you should see a derm.

don't forget to use some kind of sunscreen to protect the area as it heals, otherwise it's more likely for you to get bad scarring/redness

>>10086507
cheers

>>10087943
those looks like completely ordinary primarily closed comedones. some open ones as well (darker). it's rather the sebaceous ducts that get clogged and swell, rather than the glands themselves. see pic for details.

a derm could possibly give you some topical retinoids. quite good for non-inflammatory acne lesions such as comedones iirc.

>>10088242
based Oooo

[Anonymous No.10089178]

>>10088397
>comedones (apparently plural of "comedo")
Ooh, okay. I was just making that sebaceous suggestion since up until this thread I thought the things on my nose were blackheads, too. Figured that applied elsewhere

Learning more new stuff!

[Anonymous No.10089188]

>>10088242
Why is a physical exfoliator bad?

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10089393]

>>10089188
Most physical exfoliators have small particles with sharp edges. This tend to leave tiny cuts all over your face which damages the layer under the dead cells.

There is the option of the plastic beads, which won't damage your face with cuts. However, you will probably over exfoliate AND they're very bad for the environment. (Some countries have banned these beads)

Chemical exfoliation is better for your skin because it evenly, and gently, sheds the outer layer of dead skin while also cleaning pores from the inside.

[Anonymous No.10089406]

>>10065933
The /fa/ wiki says you should exfoliate first before anything when doing your routine? Not sure who to trust now.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10089489]

>>10089406
Cleansing before exfoliating allows the chemical to better absorb into the skin.

Exfoliating should only be done prior to cleansing if it's a physical exfoliant. Which you shouldn't use anyways.

[Anonymous No.10089620]

This thread has inspo'd me to get a decent skin care routine.

I have mild acne. I was on antibiotics for a few months which helped stop new spots from forming, but there was always this 'background' of less active (is that a thing?) spots. I've stopped them now, because I don't like the idea of them affecting my gut flora and shit. I might ask my GP for benzoyl peroxide -- I was on 10% a couple years ago but I'll make sure to get 2.5% this time. There's been studies to show that BP may be carcinogenic, but oh well.

I've gauged a routine I'll start from the links in the OP -- anyone with experience mind checking if it's okay?

Once a day:
Oatmeal facemask
Twice a day (morning & before sleep):
Cleanser, then astringent, then moisturiser (or should moisturisers be avoided with acne?)
3 times a week:
Exfoliator
Once a week:
Clay facemask

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10089772]

>>10089620
If you have small and closed comedones, adding SA 2% daily would be a good idea.

Using BP 2.5% is definitely a good idea as well if you have red/inflammed pustules/papules.

The oatmeal facemask is good but probably won't need that daily. Mousturizer in excessive amounts can cause more acne as it mixes with your dead skin cells and will clog the pores. However, the right amount of moisturizer can reduce oil production and reduce the shedding of cells into your pores which can minimize acne.

A basic routine would be:
-Cleanse morning/night.
-Exfoliate via SA
-Spot treat with BP
-Sunscreen (morning) / moisturizer (night)

Face masks can do be 1-2 times a week for desired results.

This all depends on your skintype though.

I use both SA and BP and never do face masks and my skin has improved but for others it will cause extreme dryness.

[Anonymous No.10089914]

>>10089772
>-Exfoliate via SA
This http://www.amazon.co.uk/Clean-Clear-Exfoliating-Daily-Wash/dp/B000KUAITS/ref=cm_cr_dp_asin_lnk has great reviews, but does not contain SA. Should I find an exfoliant which contains SA instead? Any you recommend?

Also gonna get this cucumber mask thing so I can be Christian Bale http://www.amazon.co.uk/Freeman-Facial-Peel-Off-Mask-Cucumber/dp/B00005NFBJ?

Regarding sunscreen, I have an SPF 15 aloe vera cream. Is this alright, or do I need something fancy?

Thanks for your help.

[Anonymous No.10089918]

Has anyone here had luck with removing milia? I have them on my upper eyelids and ive had a bit of luck using coconut oil, to the point of where one of the dots actually peeled off, but the others dont seem to want to peel off.

Been using coconut oil for the better part of two years and havent been getting any significant results. I have a proper skincare routine and i sleep with a different pillowcase every other night and still nothing.

Just hoping anybody had any luck with removing them with any products, if it comes down to it, i will most likely just get them taken care of by a professional. Its just frustrating that i was able to get one to peel off after so many years and none of the others will peel.

Thanks.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10089922]

>>10089914
That is a physical exfoliant. I'd personally recommend using a wash without an exfoliant. Cerave foaming facial cleanser is good. Use stridex 2% SA pads after. 15spf is on the low side. 30+ is usually recommended for the full effect.

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10089966]

>>10089918
Go to a dermatologist to get them removed and exfoliate often.

[Anonymous No.10089988]

>>10089922
Do I need to use SA pads if I get an astringent with SA?

[Anonymous No.10090030]

if you want nice skin you need to accept that it will take time and possible a lifestyle change. in order of importance in my opinion
1. Exercise outside around 3 days a week(wear sunscreen and drink plenty water)
2. Don't stress about what to wash your face with. I normally just wash with water unless my face is actually dirty. Moisturize often, brand really doesn't matter I use a large bottle for my entire body. Wear sunscreen anytime you go outside. Don't shower/scrub your face 3 times a day.
3. Eat relatively healthy, best foods for skin are obviously vegetables, fruits, and fish. Try to limit sugars/dairy. If you plan on running a lot, I strongly suggest drinking chocolate milk after runs.
4. Take multi-vitamin, vitamin c, vitamin d/calcium, and fish oil supplements.

Time is probably the biggest problem, by mid 20s your acne will likely be gone, accutane and other acid based acne products will do more harm to your skin in the long run.

[Anonymous No.10090042]

>>10090030
Why chocolate milk after runs?

[Anonymous No.10090159]

>>10090042
good recovery drink, cheaper than buying protein powder. you will feel full also.

the less i worried about my face the better it got. if you have acne, there is no overnight cure to get rid of it, using harsh cleansers/remedies when you are stressing out about your face won't make it any better. you should live a healthy, happy, stress-free life and with enough time you will clear up.

just my thoughts

[Anonymous No.10090197]

>>10090159
what the FUCK? a good recovery drink would be full of electrolytes, not dairy and sugar

[Oooo !G0DemmThXA No.10090201]

EVERYONE SHOULD IGNORE 90% OF THIS.


>>10090030
>>10090159

[Anonymous No.10090213]

>>10090197
>What is protein

[Anonymous No.10090230]

>>10090213
youre expecting recovery from the protein found in a glass of milk?

[Anonymous No.10090250]

>>10090230
*chocolate milk

[Anonymous No.10090261]

I need to ask something.

Whenever I use moisturizers, my face becomes dry, especially around the nose. The skin becomes red and flaky, and upon ceasing to use moisturizer, it goes back to normal. Should I even use them?

btw I tried a few different ones, some for sensitive skin, but even the Sanex Zero% one did the same thing, and it's supposed to have a lot less crap in it.

[Anonymous No.10090262]

1/3

I will just post my routine. Take my advice or don't.

First and foremost, pretty much anything you purchase at the grocery store is complete crap. Old Spice, AXE, Etc all smell like a chemical toliet (think about it, it really does).

Birchbox.com is literally the best thing you can do for yourself and your daily routine. They send you 3-5 large samples of some of the best products made for only $20 a month. You fill out their little survey and they send you stuff based on your skin type. Try out what you like and whats best for you.

1. Take a shower, every day. EVERY DAY. EVERY FUCKING DAY.

2. Wash your hair first. I use Davines MOMO shampoo. Worth every cent and smells like nothing else and worth every penny. I typically dont use conditioner. I dont have a ton of hair and I feel its harder to comb.

3. Wash your face. First with a "scrub" or exfoliate. I use Billy Jealousy LiquidSand Exfoliating Facial Cleanser. Good Stuff.

[Anonymous No.10090266]

>>10090262

2/3

4. Wash your face AGAIN with a daily cleanser. I use DTRT foaming cleanser.
https://www.birchbox.com/men/dtrt-foam-cleanser-face-to-face

I think of it like this...Why "clean" the dead shit on your face. Scrub it away and then ACTUALLY clean your face.

Also, each time you clean, spend TIME doing it. 20 seconds isnt going to do shit. Get into the crevasses. Behind your ears, under your chin, around your eyes. Neck. EVERYWHERE. You should be spending at LEAST 2 min at each phase.

5. Wash your body. This sounds simple but once again, most people suck.

First, go out and buy yourself a luffa AND a back scrubber and each time you are done using them, take a small squirt bottle and spray them down with cleaning vinegar. This will sanatize them for next time.

As for body wash, I switch back and forth. Everyman Jack has an EXCELLENT product line. Cant go wrong with Sandlewood. Its more pricey but it lasts 10 times longer than Old Spice.

I live in Arizona and I also use Dr. Bonners Peppermint soap because that shit will wake you up in the morning with the peppermint chill...whoa buddy!

Put the soap on your body and scrub yourself down with the luffa. GET EVERY WHERE. Feet, legs, Taint, EVERYWHERE. Remember, people can smell you no matter how much you only wash your "top"

Use the back brush to scrub your back. This will get rid of your back acne.

6. RINSE yourself. This is SUPER important. Seems dumb and "Duh" BUT RINSE for at least 3-4 minutes.

7. Get out of the shower and use a CLEAN towel. Not "clean-ish" but CLEAN. I only use a towel 3 times before I wash it.

PAT DRY. All the bitch ass oils you just put on, you want them to stay there? Pat yourself dry. Takes the same amount of time as scrub drying.

[Anonymous No.10090272]

>>10090266

3/3

8. Body lotion. This is personal preference but use something decent. Not that Shaq shit you see on TV. I personally use Eucerin Original Healing. It has literally no smell. Its as thick as caulk and then melts into you. Takes me at least 10 minutes to get it everywhere, but fuckin worth it.

A side note...put lotion under your armpits before you put on your deodorant. Your deodorant will go on smoother and it feels amazing. Also, learn the difference between anti-persperant and deodarant. They are different. I live in Arizona so Anti-persperant is my only choice.

It will take the lotion a bit to absorb. I would also reccomend Burts Bees Honey and Shea butter. If everyone smelled like that stuff, there would be world-peace.

9. Now face...

First, Shave your face. Everywhere you dont want hair. It helps clean and will make it smoother. I personally hone my razor blades on my jeans before I shave every time.

Next, use a facial wipe...YES I KNOW YOUR FACE IS CLEAN. Wipe it anyways. I use Burts Bees Brand Facial Wipes for Sensitive Skin. Even after my routine (which is more than most) I still wipe dirt off my face. I also use it to wipe behind my ears, in my ears, anywhere gunk and dead skin can develop.

Use a toner. Anything with Witch Hazel is good. Vitamin C is even better. Nothing with alcohol.

10. Eye cream. This stuff is expensive but freaking worth it. Makes your eyes look bright and awake. Also, whatever you use, it should be at least $30 or more but will last well over 4-5 months.

11. Face lotion...Face lotion can be expensive. I personally use Clark's Botanicals Smoothing Marine Cream. It smells like you received a facial from mother nature herself.
https://www.birchbox.com/men/clark-s-botanicals-smoothing-marine-cream but once again, I would try Birchbox and narrow down which one is best FOR YOU.

[Anonymous No.10090274]

>>10090230
What's so special about dairy proteins that make them different than any other protein? If the person is having more problems with muscle fatigue than dehydration whats wrong with drinking milk?

[Anonymous No.10090282]

>>10090272

12. Hair...Once again, dont use run of the mill shit. It smells like shit. It gets on your face (you touch your hair and your face ALL day long. Use something with the LEAST amount of ingredients.

Notable mentions...

-Get an exfoliate to sand down your feet. Sounds gay but feels amazing walking around.

-Cologne. Dont ruin your routine by smelling like a cloud of shit. Three sprays to your wrist, tap them together a couple times, then tap them behind your ears and your neck. Thats IT. And remember TAP them together...dont rub.

-Order a some essential oil to rub on your palms. I personally use Texas Cedarwood or Sandalwood. JUST ONE OR TWO DROPS on your palm and rub your hands together. Studies find that when people shake hands they "sniff" their hands afterwards. Human equivalent of dogs sniffing each others asses.

-Brush your teeth at least three times a day for at least 5 min. mouth wash, floss (I also mix a little tea tree oil and water and swish with that once a day). Not only can bad breath ruin an entire routine but do you know how much an abscessed tooth hurts? I do, and I dont wish that on my worst enemy. Truth me, take care of your teeth.

-IRON YOUR DAMN CLOTHES. LEARN HOW. NOW.

Face care is overall hygiene in general, not just your face. Its not gay or un manly to take care of yourself. You can listen to the so called "manly guys" who throw AXE or Suave on their bodies for a three min shower OR you can swim in pussy...your choice.

-2 cents

[Anonymous No.10090301]

>>10090230
milk/sports drink are to replace fluids lost during exercise and begins the recovery process. you are autistic if you assumed that's all someone would do after a workout. you obviously eat a meal as soon as you can.

[Anonymous No.10090302]

>>10090262
>>10090266
>>10090272
>>10090282
Anon it's time to contact your therapist and tell her your ocd is flaring up again.

[Anonymous No.10090324]

>>10090030
>>10090159
>Exercise outside around 3 days a week(wear sunscreen and drink plenty water)
This is good lifestyle advice but it has no effect on your skin. There are no peer reviewed articles linking water intake or exercise and acne.

>Don't stress about what to wash your face with.
I agree there's no point in stressing too much but there are products that are better than others. Foaming cleansers tend to be very harsh for most skin types except maybe Asians.

>I normally just wash with water unless my face is actually dirty.
Great, you have good skin. I also wash with water most of the time, but somebody with an oily skin may need a light cleanser in the morning/night.

>Moisturize often, brand really doesn't matter I use a large bottle for my entire body. Wear sunscreen anytime you go outside. Don't shower/scrub your face 3 times a day.
Alright, that's fine.

>Eat relatively healthy, best foods for skin are obviously vegetables, fruits, and fish.
They have a very, very small effect and only for some types of acne.

>Try to limit sugars/dairy. If you plan on running a lot, I strongly suggest drinking chocolate milk after runs.
>good recovery drink, cheaper than buying protein powder. you will feel full also
It's not better than protein powder if you're looking for hypertrophy but it's alright for most people. Having said that if you're lactose intolerant it will most likely make you break out.

>if you have acne, there is no overnight cure to get rid of it
Yes there is, not "overnight" but between 1 and 3 months that's been proven to work on most people.

>using harsh cleansers/remedies when you are stressing out about your face won't make it any better
Yes and no, I agree that harsh cleansers are bad (funny that you said it didn't matter what you used earlier) but there harsh and proven cures like peels. Even BP is pretty harsh and very effective used properly.

Good job ignoring all the work that researchers have done on acne, faggot.

[Anonymous No.10090336]

>>10090302
Not OCD. Its called being an adult. I learned my lesson from being a teen and my early 20s. When you grow up and realize that other adults (especially successful ones) take care of themselves, it starts to separate the dumb and poor from the smart and successful.

Take my advice, learn on your own, or continue to bang those swamp donkeys and work some crappy hourly job..

[Anonymous No.10090343]

>>10090336
dat projection

str8 from somebody calling you out on an excessive care routine, to saying that they bang 'swamp donkeys' and work a 'crappy hourly job'

If you want someone to take you seriously, don't act like a faggot, faggot.

[Anonymous No.10090355]

>>10089393
Any word on Clinique men's exfoliate?

[Anonymous No.10090403]

>>10090343
Once again, someone "calling me out" because I take "too good care of myself"

Lol I DGAF how you smell or how you choose to take care of yourself.

Or you could take advice from someone who has no Acne and works and lives among professionals. Managers, bosses, executives, and customers talk and judge on EVERYONES appearance, hygiene, and smell.

[Anonymous No.10090425]

>>10090403
Girls too.

[Anonymous No.10090431]

Styptic Pencil/stick

for when you cut yourself shaving and the blood won't stop. Styptic stick

[Anonymous No.10090467]

>>10090336
Your routine sucks and you should be sad you can't recognize that. Protip: If your routine is longer than Patrick Bateman's you're doing something wrong.

More is not better, continuing to wash/exfoliate/wipe your face over and over again is going to strip your face and make it overproduce oil. You shouldn't wash your face more than two times a day and you shouldn't exfoliate it more than every 3 days. You shouldn't be washing your hair more than every other day or it will be greasy.

[Anonymous No.10090482]

>>10090467
"Protip"

Lol

Whatevs... Lazy and quick, anthem of the ignorant.

[Anonymous No.10090487]

>>10090482
cool argument

[Anonymous No.10090511]

>>10090467
Not even him but most people can exfoliate every day, even twice daily, there's research on this.
See for example http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8651713 this isn't for acne but it's pretty much the same acid exfoliating creams use.
Of course you still use moisturizing/lotion/toner after that.

>You shouldn't be washing your hair more than every other day or it will be greasy.
It's not as black and white, a bad shampoo is going to wreck your hair but some shampoos can be used daily. Whether he is using a good one or not, I don't know, but it can be done.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3002407/

[Anonymous No.10090519]

>>10090487
"Your routine is longer than Patrick Bateman's" is not an argument either.

[Anonymous No.10090538]

what do you beautiful anons think of Vichy? im poor and I've been hearing their products are nice for the price, despite being fairly cheap.

[Anonymous No.10090637]

>>10090487
>>10090519
go out and play, kids.
don't sit and argue on 4chan for too long.

[Anonymous No.10090683]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Clean-Clear-Exfoliating-Daily-Wash/dp/B000KUAITS/ref=cm_cr_dp_asin_lnk

Is this a bad exfoliator because it has alcohol, parfum and a shitload of other chemicals? Would it be better to use an enyzme exfoliator?

[Anonymous No.10091591]

I have dark skin, I've never had sun burn before in my 21 years of life
Should I still invest in sun screen?
Completely new to skin care
Last time I've has acne was when I was in my teens and I practically cured them with vitamin C
However nowadays I have an oily face even when I wash in the morning.
I wash my face after I shower in the bathroom sink using my bodywash, stupid sure but I didn't think it was a big deal.
What would you guys recommend?

[Anonymous No.10091593]

>>10091591
I would also like to add that I prefer to use facial wash with little to no alcohol, as alcohol dries your skin and makes you look older

[Anonymous No.10091696]

I'm looking for:

>A cleanser with no alcohol or perfumes in it and will make my skin feel nice and soft

>Something to stop spots from forming. I have really acne prone skin and it kills my confidence anytime i get a spot. And when i say spot, i don't mean those tiny red dots or white heads, no, on my skin they're always huge red mounds that stay for like a week.

>And a moisturiser that will keep my face from looking oily

any suggestions?

[Anonymous No.10092717]

>>10091696
>any suggestions

how about reading the goddamn product recommendations in OP and >>10065933 ?

cleansers and moisturizers exactly like that are listed.

if you want to keep getting spoon-fed about everything, then go to reddit

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10092787]

>>10091591
Melanin-augmented individuals need sunscreen, too. Just go with anything +30 SPF (that protects against both UVA/UVB). See the list.

When it comes to excess oil, the cleansers are all good at not drying the skin excessively, irritating it, and making your skin oilier.

Note that how your skin appears after your routine is very dependent on what you apply last. Consider a good oil-free moisturizer or a "mattifying" foundation/sunscreen.

[Anonymous No.10093224]

Is cleansing followed by SA pads the same as cleansing then using a physical exfoliant product?

If I buy a cleanser and SA pads is there any need for me to buy a physical exfoliant?

Should you apply products to a damp face, or a dry face after splashing with hot water then drying off?

[Anonymous No.10093232]

>>10090538
bump

[Anonymous No.10093259]

>>10093224
Chemical and physical exfoliation would be excessive, so you wouldn't need to buy anything to scrub if you're using salicylic acid.
However because salicylic acid is a BHA it might be worth looking into something with an AHA in as well, such as glycolic acid, to use before the salicylic if your skin isn't too sensitive. Salicylic works on a deeper pore level but an AHA beforehand helps cut through the surface dead skin cells or oils.

Try just to use an AHA at night though because they can increase sun sensitivity.

[Anonymous No.10093762]

>>10093259
Wait someone said this is a physical exfoliant
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Clean-Clear-Exfoliating-Daily-Wash/dp/B000KUAITS/ref=cm_cr_dp_asin_lnk

Is that right? This is just a cream. I thought physical exfoliation is where you actually scrub off the dead skin.

So would cleanser -> astringent -> SA pads -> the linked product be excessive?

[Anonymous No.10093779]

>>10093762
>Gentle micro-beads clean the skin
If you see the word beads then it's physical. Gentle is a marketing buzzword.

[Anonymous No.10093799]

>>10093779
Thanks man, I get it now. So would cleanser -> astringent -> SA pads -> moisturiser -> suncream in the morning work towards clearer/softer skin and less acne? Or is there something I'm missing? I think I'm alright without AHA because I've read that BHA are the main importance if the main aim is to remove acne.

[Anonymous No.10093831]

>>10093799
It could work but it's not an exact science. If it's not clearing your skin then add a spot treatment or a night routine, just give it a few weeks each time you modify your routine to know if it's helping or not.

I know it's >leddit but skincareaddiction has a good beginner's routine.

[Anonymous No.10094059]

>There are people not using retin a

Literally throwing your money away tbh

[Anonymous No.10094307]

does moisturizer actually make your skin look better? not referring to dryness or wtv, but I was wondering if it can help increase my...well, beauty.

[Anonymous No.10094702]

>>10065933
Almost embarrassed to ask cause it seems like such a simple question, but when going from cleanser to exfoliator ect, do you rinse off the previous before moving on to the next solution? Or do you just put on exfoliate while leaving on the cleanser?

Completely new to taking care of my face. I'm a simpleton who use to wash his face with body wash.

Please help me

[Anonymous No.10094730]

Is there a DIY solution to get hid of this scar that looks like a mole? When l was a kid my brother held back a tree branch and it hit me right above the eye. It kind of smashed the skin so it never healed correctly.

[STHLM !DERMI5T8xc No.10095030]

>>10093799
Cleanser, SA pads, Sunscreen is all you need, most likely.

You shouldn't need to combine a moisturizer and a sunscreen.

An astringent shouldn't be needed there either.

>>10094307
Well, it will help make your skin not dry - as in red/irritated/painful/scaling/tight.
It will probably also give your skin a more even tone, and a bit healthier "glow" (shine).

>>10094702
Cleanser is generally applied with warm/lukewarm water and rinsed off.

Exfoliation is either applied and washed off, or left to do its work.

Moisturizers are left on the skin.

>>10094730
Uh, hm.

I wouldn't risk any DIY treatments.
There is a real risk of you making it worse.

Ask your doctor for some kind of scar removal. A derm should know exactly what to do.

[Anonymous No.10095576]

>>10095030
Heh, l suppose that IS a funny query to make. I didn't mean scissors or anything, but l heard here and there about liquid nitrogen treatments you can get done yourself [spoiler]something along those lines.
Anywho thanks

[Anonymous No.10095694]

How do I get rid of backne? It's fucking disgusting. Please help.

[Anonymous No.10095777]

>>10086575
are you chilean?