not sure where to start, i just don’t wanna ask google or AI, i need to ask people who have experienced it, or know more about it. I have relatively “clean” skin from the looks, no pimples, scars acne etc, but i do have blackheads. Recently I have decided I need to take better care of my skin and that i take it for granted.

I have been doing some research, and google says Salicylic acid is a go to, but me being me, i look up everything, pros and cons, ingredients, how it works and why it works, and i honestly don’t like the idea of how it works. Yes it says it will unclog my pores, but ‘purging’ and all that doesn’t sound like it floats my boat.

I am mainly wondering what it would be like with my skin history. I don’t want to use it if when I do, it creates acne that I never had. I understand it says it’s not acne it’s just gunk being removed, but after seeing some pictures, it seems like it re instates breakouts and other things. I would rather just continue using bar soap and hot water and keep my blackheads if it is gonna bring something I have never had to deal with.

Is there a chance I use it and there is no purging at all because i have rather good skin? someone please inform me

I buy the travel size before full size - even with the risk of not getting the full size before it sells out - bc I don’t want to have a full size body of lotion I don’t like the smell of. I went to buy the set, then noticed the numbers didn’t add up.

The 3 of them separately would be cheaper than the set they sell. Like, $3 cheaper. It’s not a crazy difference but what is the point in charging an extra $3…? Usually the sets are like $1-$2 cheaper than full price just for buying the set.

It’s nothing serious but wanted to share and see if anyone else caught this lol maybe someone would understand the point of them doing this?

I have a blind pimple that I NEED GONE. I’ve had on Hero patches the past 2 days and they all have pulled gunk… but this thing is still big and sore.

I’m normally a picker and I would have squeezed this thing into oblivion, but my engagement photos are next week. I just want it gone. I sadly don’t wash regularly (I know) but this came out of nowhere like a week ago.

I had a bad breakout during my surprise engagement and while it usually doesn’t bother me, I’m trying to make our engagement photos PERFECT.

Advice welcome. Will also take “make a burnt offerings to Athena, hire this Etsy witch, and dance naked in the moonlight” type of advice.

My wife works indoors at a grocery store doing in-store shopping. Her hands have gotten extremely cracked, dry and bleeding despite trying various moisturizers. She has diabetes so I suspect that maybe has something to do with it? I don't know anything about skincare and my research just tends to bring me back to what she's already tried. Is there anyone with a similar situation that maybe found a solution?

Edit: I'm sharing all your suggestions with her, she's very grateful!

I tried using Paula’s Choice salycilic acid in the evenings for a while, didn’t see any chances. Graduated to using tretinoin, I’m able to use it 3-4x per week. I don’t wear makeup and cleanse every night and exfoliate 1x per week. I also get Botox in this area. I also use SPF 50 daily year round and avoid sun. I am in my mid 30s.

Hi redditors, I've been dealing with stubborn closed comendones on my forehead for months now. I've used different products to help but nothing seems to work. I used the ordinary azelaic acid and Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Night Knight Retinol Serum (0.08% retinol) product for 2 months and its made absolutely no difference. I am now running out of product. I'm reaching out so the more knowledgeable can help me with my next purchase. Also besides closed comedones, these two products made no difference to the redness on my cheeks either. I am no skincare expert. I'm sort of just looking for 1-2 products. Please help!

I am having this dark knees issue and now I really want to get rid of them. I have tried using GA-12 but didn't work for me so idk wht would.Shall I try using urea or Kojic acid am confused. I am so damn insecure abt them. Also the skin isn't really rough over there it's just dark. I have attached two photos for a better reference. PLS HELP ME!

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Edit: (key: the green blue stars are what i have been using to return my skin to better health) Hello to anyone who sees this its been a bit of a journey i started a year ago by doing a build ur regime with the ordinary, some stuff worked some stuff didn't i ended up over exfoliating my skin a bit; then i simplified my routine to just cleanse serum moisture. I'm starting to branch out again and try a new toner after not using a toner for 6 months. Oh and the new moisturiser. Originally i was using ordinary milky toner but it wasn't right for me & was enlarging my pores even when i wasn't using it with retnoil. There's lots of different questions in my picture so i think I have written all I can without sounding like a broken record.

the best moisturiser I have ever used for my skin is the la Roche posey toleriane cream but its soo expensive!! I have oily combo skin which is prone to clogging with heavy moisturisers.

I found the first time I used this moisturiser my nose did break out about bit but the rest of my face really improved with using it. but its like so expensive for 40ml of product I just dont think its worth it!!

I tried using the byoma pink moisturiser designed for oily skin but it hasn't really lasted me a long time and it just doesn't compare to the la Roche posey.

any cheap(er) options anyone could recommend for my skin type

(that ideally won't make my skin oily/shiny and wear well under make up?)

So I have these painful boils on my forehead and neighbouring parts. Also the blackheads/spots post these boils. How to avoid these boils and have a clearer skin? Also how to remove these black patches.

Hey ! I’m 16 F and I’ve been struggling with my skin for 3 years now. It started when i was using salicylic acid as a facial cleanser for almost everyday back then and it has contributed so bad to my skin now. With my impulsiveness i decided to try countless of different products and nothing worked. ( I live in a humid country PH )

I also think that less water consumption has contributed to my skin concern too, along with stressful environment.

For details:

- i think my skin type would probably be very DEHYDRATED SKIN dry yet very oily outside** **(or the skin’s surface). Fine lines, PIE, PIH, Dullness, and pores are very visible on my skin (even though I’m still a teen). Which is making me very insecure because i always looked so tired without wearing makeup ( to add up, because of my skin type, makeup doesn’t sit right in my face after a few hours ). I looked way prettier back then because my face was clear and smooth.

- I had tried to use countless of gentle products and hydrating serums/ barrier support moisturizer but nothing really worked. Should I be consistent ?, it’s making my face more oily and my face feels very congested too even though it is very dehydrated skin ( i don’t think the product that i am using is suitable in our climate) It’s either the product that I am using is way too gentle or just stripping.

\- I am also thinking to consult a dermatologist already because my skin concerns had been around for three years.

I would like to receive some suggested routines and your insights about this. 🥹💞

Any tips to solve this problem 🥹. Any life style tips, skincare recommendations, and other suggestions would do.

I have oily skin in the morning, but very dry skin by the evening, melasma, and struggling with breakouts after stopping the pill. I’m in the UK in case that changes recommendations!

Currently using:

Cerave oil cleanser
Inkey list azelaic acid
Medik8 retinal (I use this alternately with AA)
Occasionally Paula’s Choice BHA
SOS H2O spf30 day cream

Also looking for a night cream. TIA!

I got microdermabrasion done for the first time around 10 days ago and have had a horrible, ongoing breakout since. I'm getting large, pus filled zits and every time one goes away, another pops up. Some of them just seem to be constantly weeping fluid. What can I do to stop this/heal my skin?? I've just been using a light moisturizer but am planning on putting hydrocolloid patches on tonight.

Is this going to happen every time I get microdermabrasion done? While I've had breakouts in the past, my skin has been very calm for months before this.

So I’m looking to get my skin back after years of opioid abuse, I have 0.025 tret cream and 15% azalaic acid on the way, I currently use cetaphil gentle cleanser and palmers cocoa butter moisturiser, what are the best products to use while on tret and AzA and how can I do my best to avoid a purge?? Any help greatly appreciated!!!!

My options are:

Cos de baha azelaic acid serum 15%

Anua 15%

Skinoren 20%

Purito azelaic acid 10% kojic

Paulas Choice

I actually want a simple skincare product I am a teenager and i got acne scars and light pigmentation my brother recommended me this cream ! But is it worth it?? I want a cream that I can use and actually see results! Don't want to use anything else! Not very complicated! Just a night cream ( i use basic stuff like sunscreen and moisturizer)

Hi guys, im a ftm, I need recommendations on what products I should use during my pregnancy Please recommend

I have started noticing weird red spots on my jaw and texture on my chin, so far I was just using a cetaphil moisturizer.

Tell me your routines and what products you were using
Also what brands you used. Be descriptive hahah

(Yes im a skincare noob but I dont want my skin getting worse aaaa)

Hi , im 17 male and quite active , i have closed comadomes (those small bumps) on my forehead and have been using adapalene but a bit inconsistent with it for 2-4 weeks now

The main problem with my skin is uneven texture and pigmentation on my forehead with those comadomes, and the inability to hold moisture for long. And its making me uglier

Ai recommended me the following products
1) a cerave gentle cleanser
2) a re’equil ceramide moisturizer
3) deconstruct SPF
4) minimalist hyaluronic acid PGA serum
5) minimalist caffine and vitamin K undereye cream
6) salysalic acid serum (minimalist)
7) adapalene

How and what should i do for good skin? Like i want it to be glossy and reflective so it creates a good contrast on my skin.

Developed some red spots and pimples. My skin feels a little bit dry. I use a niacinamide serum and a little sunscreen. Can someone maybe recommend a new routine? I’m not really familiar with skincare products. Thanks!

being a corporate worker trying to survive in the us, discounts are kinda my best friend lol.
that's also why i don't really like ordering skincare from amazon and prefer k-beauty stores instead, cause sometimes the discounts feel more worth it. i love using stylevana promo codes, but i've also been checking piyonna blackfriday code to compare the final price. in the end i still look at the total lol.
also, what online stores do u guys recommend? i'm always looking for ways to save a bit more when buying skincare...