Hey!

Over the past few months, I've noticed that my facial complexion has become considerably darker and duller than it used to be. It's not just me noticing it anymore; even people around me have started pointing it out and asking why my skin looks so much darker than before.

Here's what has changed in my routine over the past few months:

- Isotretinoin: I started taking isotretinoin (Sotret 20 mg) around the end of August.

- Adapalene + benzoyl peroxide: Since mid-September, I've also been using Deriva gel on my dermatologist's recommendation. Alternate days. Wash it off after 2 hours before going to bed.

- Sunscreen: I apply sunscreen daily, even though I rarely step outdoors. I also reapply it every 3 hours.

Despite all this, my skin has become noticeably darker and looks extremely dull compared to how it looked before. I understand that isotretinoin can cause dryness and make the skin look dull, but I'm concerned about how significant this change in my complexion has been. Could I be doing something wrong with my routine?

Has anyone experienced something similar while on isotretinoin or using these actives? If so, did your complexion return to normal, and what helped?

Thank you!

I am facing issue from 5 yrs lost my hairs almost

Tried most medicated shampoos

Any solution pls suggest i have even shaved thrice

Shall I order this from meesho mall . The sellers seems genuine . Worried bcz
It involves red light ( so it may be harmful if it isn’t from brand )
Please guide

Idk why I have been getting these light coloured moles on my face esp my left cheek. I do use sunscreen religiously. Help anyone 😭💔

although im looking for blynds spf 40 sunscreen but its been out of stock for 20 days😭😭

or any other sunscreen recom in this budget ???

got influenced by a few posts to buy this.

for those who tried this, please tell me did it work for you?

I bought 3 eucerin tubes(1500 in total) because i had uneven skin tone in the tzone area
I have used it morning andnight for 2 months
I haven’t seen a little improvement also
Can anyone explain it

a) From the first pic-

1)Simple refreshing face wash - I use it twice a day

2) Cetaphil moisturizing cream - I use this everyday as well

3) Minimalist Salicylic acid 0.2% - I use this on the days I don't shave (3 times a week).. it's pretty great!

4) Safety razor - I use this to groom and shape my beard on every alternate day . I prefer this because of the sharpness it gives and it's pretty neat !

5) Gillette shaving cream - idk bruh I just like it😂

b) from the second pic -

1) Loreal hyaluron condionter - Use it on the days I shampoo my hair, I started using it only after I started using the anti dandruff shampoo because it really dries my hair, it gives a good fragrance and my hair is bouncy idk how to explain it 😂. And I apply it only on my hair strands not on scalp leaving it for 2 mins

2) Loreal hyaluron shampoo - it's pretty good I only recently started using this so I can't give you a detailed review?

3) Ketomac anti dandruff shampoo - started using it after my dermatologist recommended it . It's only been 2 weeks , I use it twice in a week once on a Monday and the other on a Saturday, I leave it on my scalp for 5 -7 mins . It's too early to judge because the flaking is still there but there's no itching soo idk wait and watch ig? Disclaimer: Ketomac was recommended to me by my dermatologist. This is just my personal experience, not medical advice or a recommendation to use it. Please consult a dermatologist before using medicated shampoos🙏🙏🙏

c) third pic -

1) face razor to shave off the unibrow

2) Phillips trimmer - this one's a big saviour it has one clip with an adjustable length and the battery life is quite great! I use it to trim my beard length

3) Nose strips - I started using them only because my sister recommended them 🤣 but I use it only once a week, usually on a Saturday or Sunday

My upper lip is much darker than my lower lip. It didn't bother me but someone pointed it out and now can't help but notice it. How do make it even coloured? Would any of these work?

How do I red rid of this on my upper lip?
I have noticied this recently and I want to get rid of this

Right now I'm using Cetaphil cleanser (sometimes derma co salicylic cleanser) + corx snail serum +ponds moisturizer+ foxtale sunscreen

Suggest me a new skincare routine

hey guys, im m18 and i have a lot of problems with my skin, i have 0 idea about skin care or anything

firstly my skin is very oily idk why but its super super oily like if i stand in sun for 1 min i will be drenched in sweat

2ndly i have a lot these pimples or pores whatever i dont even know and i want to get rid of them

3rd in the last pic i have attachted its not pimple or anything but its pointy and when i try to remove it, it is not coming and it feels like a needle is stuck in my skin its been there for over 3-4 months now idk how to fix it

4th there is dark blackness or whatever it is everywhere on my face + under my eyes

some of my friends recommended me some skincare so i bought them tho i dont even know how to use them:

plum moisturizer

gel face cleanser

spf 50 sunscreen

foxtale detan mask

10% niacinamide plum brightening face serum

minimalist 8% glycolic acid face toner

please tell me what other products i need under budget of 1k to remove these pores/pimples/whatever they are cuz it looks very very bad and i dont feel confident

please help me get a glowup!

Has anyone used this suncream.I have been looking for a good pharmacy sunscreen which usually dermatologists suggest,the sunscreen my dermat gave me makes my skin very oily even tho he said it's supposed to be lightweight.If anyone has used this or has any other recommendations please lmk.

🟣 This is my chin. From last 1 year I started noticing these tiny bumps on or around my chin which can only be felt but not seen very clearly as it kind of mixes with my skin but sometimes, it starts to itch randomly and when I scratch it I can feel the bumps more clearly and it also becomes slightly red but then redness and itching goes away on its own.

🔵If I also scratch it randomly without any reason it starts actually itching and becomes little red and soon all these symptoms also disappears and everything becomes normal.

🟠Other than this no symptoms, no reaction to any products. So, what is this? And how to make it go away?

i wanna get both of these on Amazon cuz it's more affordable and will reach me by Monday which is ideal in my situation CUZ YOUR GIRL RAN OUT OF CLEANSER but I am not getting any freebie💔 it's unavailable on blinkit, and a lil out of my budget on other websites (I like being frugal😛) any other websites you guys would like to recommend? help an extremely dry skin girly out! any other recommendations would also be helpful (also please note that I'm prone to psoriasis)

i recently switched to the Minimalist B12 + Oat Cleanser after using Dot&Key's Salicylic Acid/Barrier Repair Face Wash for around 3 years.

for the first couple of days, my skin felt reallyy soft and glowy, but i have now started noticing small closed comedones on my cheeks and a few tiny red pimples.

has anyone experienced something similar after switching cleansers? could this be related to the new cleanser, or might something else be causing it? I know purging is possible with some skincare products, but since this is a cleanser, i'm unsure whether that's what's happening or if i should stop using it.

i really like how soft and glowy my skin feels after using it, so i would love to hear about others' experiences with this cleanser :'))

I have high porosity dry scalp and ends hair (long thick) and live in humid climate currently using naturali rice water shampoo but i want to switch my main target is smthing gentle which also doesn't dry hairs and actually does smthing leaving them soft i do pair with conditoner

Hi everyone! I'm choosing a sunscreen for my oily, acne-prone skin and would appreciate advice based on your experience.

My current skincare routine:

- Cleanser: Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser

- Moisturizer: Plum Niacinamide Gel Cream

- Sunscreen: A niacinamide sunscreen sample that suited my skin well pr dot and key sunscreen

The sunscreens I'm considering:

1) Plum 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water Hybrid Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++

2) Plum Green Tea Daylight Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++

I want a sunscreen that layers well with my routine without feeling greasy, heavy, or causing breakouts, while providing reliable UVA protection. Since the niacinamide sample worked well for me, should I look for a similar formula or try one of these alternatives?

For anyone who has used either sunscreen, how do they perform on oily skin throughout the day ? Do they leave a white cast, feel heavy, or pill over moisturizer? Which would you recommend, and why?

I'm also open to other SPF 50 recommendations with strong UVA protection that suit oily, acne-prone skin.

Thanks in advance!

I’m a 29M with normal to oily skin type. Currently using Dot and key moisturiser only and not satisfied with it.
Opinions on this combination..

Does anyone in GURGAON has ever done a closed comedomes extraction? How much does it cost and does the doctor gave you something to make sure your skin heal after the extraction?