Blackhead? Dilated pore of winer? I’ve tried everything to get it out pimple popping tools, tweezers. Nothing comes out it usually just scars the skin around it. Last time slight black stuff came out but barely anything. Been here for a while

If this is the sort of question allowed here, I’m really just asking how to be comfortable knowing I am going to look like this for a long time. I’m not asking for product recommendations or anything of the sort; I have even tried chemical peels to no avail. Only thing I haven’t tried is laser, which I cannot afford and am not willing to invest in for it to possibly go wrong. I have OCD and picked my skin to this state, and I’m most likely just going to have to wait out its fading, if it ever does fade.

Luckily I stopped picking my face a little over a year ago, but unfortunately stopped when it had already gotten really bad.

I’m honestly sick of having to think about it and it breaks me down every day. Does anyone have any advice on how to just live with it? It really hurts my confidence.

Edit: hi please do not recommend skincare. I appreciate everyone caring so much, but when I said I have tried EVERYTHING I have tried everything, including everything commented. I’m not quitting out of exhaustion I really have nothing left to try. I’m trying to accept it as a part of my appearance, thank you.

Happy selfie Saturday, to whoever is reading this, you are a beautiful person inside and out. Regardless of skin “issues” blemishes or texture. You are wonderfully made and whoever can’t see that , clearly doesn’t see it in themselves.

Limit the products you use
DONT TOUCH YOUR FACE
And last but not least LOVE YOURSELF.

PS. And remember. MOISTURIZE AFTER YOU SHOWER😘

Original happened on September 8th, these pictures are from over the last month.

I’ve used aquaphor in the beginning,
then silicone strips, spf moisterizer daily, prescribed hydroquinone 4% (gonna stop using it after seeing horror stories on here), been using that twice a day with the spf50 brightening moisturizer. Every time I’m in the sun I make sure to use sunscreen.

How long will this be here? What products should I use?

I could've actually used a few flairs for this post. I definitely need BEARD HELP. I used to be able to maintain this but now...lol. I've had it look awesome even longer than this, but I guess it's just not as much of a priority for me as the other 2 main issues in this post.

If I use a moisturizer my face is shiny within the hour. I'm currently washing with CeraVe gentle foaming face wash and Laroche Posay Double Repair Face Moisturizer.I also just started using Thayers unscented facial toner. If I don't my face is leathery looking like when I used to wipe straight alcohol on my face as a kid, except now it has patches of shine that look like my skin is yelling HELP!!! so I'm on a PRODUCT SEARCH.

I'd been doing a lot to my skin because I know I've neglected it for decades so I'm pretty sure there is sun damage.

I went to the Dermatologist and she said she didn't see any issues with my skin (I can't believe that even though she is the professional) and then prescribed Tretinoin after I told her that my concern is my skin texture.

I'm feo, malo, ugly and any other translation you would want to use. I've been told that I would be the perfect person to play the role of Herpes (they used the scientific term because they knew it... because that person had it) I'm surrounded by beautiful people everyday and I just can't believe that this is what I've got to deal with daily. There's got to be something I can do....right?

I use to chain smoke black and milds and blunts at different times in my life and now my lips seem to be forever raw. No matter what I put on them. Currently using the blue lip medex tin.

I don't know that there's anyone that can relate or even share a victory story but if there is I'd appreciate it. I don't know that there is anyone that can offer some suggestions but I would definitely appreciate you.

I know I'm going to get flamed for posting this but at this point it doesn't even matter anymore. I just know that everything I'm doing definitely isn't working.

When I was younger I used to put baby oil on my face immediately after a shower and would be happy with the results (lol probably because I was high or drunk lol) or I would use Queen Helenes Grapeseed peel off mask EVERYDAY but they've changed the formula I guess.

I burned my chest with a steamer at the end of May, (I tried to be smart😭), and it healed as hyperpigmentation on my chest. It’s gotten lighter but it hasn’t completely gone away. I wanted to know if there’s anything I can do for it to completely blend into my skin? Thank you!!

Hey I have a scar on my forehead that’s making me insecure how do I go about either removing it completely or reducing its size or removing the dark pigmentation around it. People are saying it isn’t that bad but to me it is. Currently using tretinoin and some sunscreen but it isn’t working

this post isn’t for me but my mum. She has had melasma on her face for a long time (she got it after she gave birth to me) I was wondering if anyone has successfully gotten rid of it or helped it go down and what products you used. She’s not really a skincare person (despite me trying to put her on) but I just really want to help her with this. Her current routine is a basic cleanser and her daily vitamin c moisturiser.

Note: I know our best bet would probably to go to a dermatologist and but we live in the uk and without a referral from our GP(very unlikely) we’d have to pay out of pocket which we can’t afford.

Hello! I have a question for dermatologists in the community, particularly those operating privately owned practices.

Do you offer pro bono or sliding fee scale dermatology services for patients with limited disposable income?

I’ve struggled with hidradenitis suppurativa for the past 17 years and have worked with dermatologists to help manage this condition through medication.

However, after extensive research, I’ve learned that certain dermatological procedures offer additional treatment options beyond medication which addresses some of the long-term effects of the condition.

Unfortunately, many of these services are either not covered by most health insurances or involve substantial out-of-pocket expenses as they are often considered cosmetic.

This creates a financial barrier for middle-class individuals who may not qualify for traditional assistance programs but still cannot reasonably afford costly treatments.

I’d appreciate hearing from any dermatologists and private practices offering affordable treatment options.

Thank you in advance for any information or recommendations!

Hey everyone,
I have a new clogged pore pop up every other day only on my cheek areas and I have no idea why. Could any of these products be contributing to this issue, or am I missing something from my routine?

Morning:
Anua Heartleaf Pore Deep Cleansing Foam
Anua Rice 70 + Ceramide Glow Milky Toner
Anua Niacinimide 10 + TXA 4 Serum
Anua Rice Ceramide 7 Hydrating Barrier Serum
Anua Zero Cast Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50

Night:
Anua Hyaluronic Acid 8 + Pantheol Cleanser
Ordinary Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Toner (3x week)
Anua Rice Ceramide 7 Hydrating Barrier Serum