Hello all,

I have been using this routine for about three months now after having almost no skincare routine my whole life (I’m 26)

I use the glycolic acid once a week. And i was using an eye cream until i ran out maybe a week ago and then started using the ordinary serum.

My main focus was hydration due to having extremely dry skin and it’s definitely helped that. Now I’m wondering what I should add in to help all these bumps and pores? Should I just use my glycolic acid more?

Also wondering if there’s anything I can do for my eye wrinkles 😭 it’s all I can see in photos of myself

I’ve had a couple people ask about my skincare routine and here’s my daytime and nighttime routine. The sunscreen in my day routine is the etude house “sunprise” but i don’t recommend it as much and will be going back to my tried and true haruharu Black Rice sunscreen as it has no white cast for me

I NEED a moisturizer that doesn’t break me out!!

Hello,

I 23 yo/ F have been stalking this thread for a while and I have yet to find advice that works for me when it comes to a good moisturizer. I am at a complete loss at this point and Vaseline isn’t covering it. I have had acne prone combination skin for a large part of my life. The only time it has gone away is when I was on an SSRI (weird I know), but I can’t take those medications anymore. I will list every moisturizer I have tried below and the side effects, I will also post my very bland routine, as I feel that I keep wasting money on things that break me out.

Routine

Cleanser: Eucerin Gentle Cleansing (hydrating cleansing gel) fragrance free

Used AM and PM

Moisturizer: Vaseline

Used PM

Moisturizers I Have Tried

Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream: caused closed comedones on chin and small bumps on forehead

Malezia Moisturizer: caused medium sized bumps on chin and cheeks (I don’t get cheek acne usually) and small bumps in center of forehead, some whiteheads

Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer: bumps on nose, chin, and sometimes cheeks

PanOxyl Balancing Repair moisturizer PM: Red bumps all over face, oily face in morning

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel: caused breakouts on my chin and forehead

I will take any suggestions or help at this point. My face is the clearest it has ever been since cutting out moisturizer, BUT IT IS SO DRY THE TEXTURE IS AWFUL. Please please help.

Hi, I am 23F, I have never had a skincare routine at all, I normally just wash my face in the shower. I have large visible pores, redness, and some scarring. I would say my skin is a combination of oily and dry. My cheeks are more dry and my forehead and nose are oily.

I would like to start a skin care routine that I can follow to help my skin. I have a $70 amazon gift card that I can spend. Thank you very much!

So Ive been extremely hesitant on hitting the purchase button..because of their return policy and the hype around it by social media. Price point isnt the issue but ..Someone tell me honestly, is it worth getting my whole skincare routine through typology? I took their test and it seems about right but im not sure if the price point and risk are really worth it. Has it helped you any? Pros & cons?

After dealing with acne through my teenage years into my early twenties, trying different topicals and creams to little success, I went to a private dermatologists (UK) and was prescribed Accutane. My course ran from August 2024 to June 2025, so not too long.

As I struggled with rosacea throughout treatment, I waited a few months for the redness to fade before putting together a new routine. I’m a student, so I looked for products on the cheaper side and they are quite thrifty! But they’ve really helped to brighten and enliven my skin over the last 6 months.

AM:
Superdrug B. Instant Foaming Cleanser
Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser
PM:
Superdrug B. Instant Foaming Cleanser
Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser
Simple Smoothing Facial Scrub (2x a week)
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% (2x a week)

Pretty basic.

Hi! I’m trying to figure out whether the clogged-looking pores on my nose are blackheads or sebaceous filaments and what I should do about them.

I’ve been using Isntree Chestnut BHA 2% Clear Liquid twice a week for over 3 months, but I haven’t noticed any improvement. I’m wondering whether I need to use it more frequently, give it more time, or try a different approach/ingredient instead.

Would love any advice please 🙏🏼

I’ve always struggled with having body acne but recently, I’ve experienced really bad breakouts on my upper chest area, hairline, behind ears, and shoulders that coincide with my period. I tried using nizoral shampoo since the affected areas were really itchy and the patterns seemed similar to fungal acne; it’s also been very humid so I wondered if that was one trigger. I don’t know if it was the shampoo or the end of my period, but it has subsided into less angry and inflammatory bumps and scars.

I’m at my wits end wondering how I’m going to wear shirts without people staring at me, but am also scared to experiment in case they make it worse.

As I can’t go to the dermatologist, I was wondering if anyone would be able to see if this does look like fungal acne or something else; and if so, which products could prevent this from happening, and get rid of these marks as soon as possible…

I want to start a skincare routine and i'm looking for a good face wash to start with for oily skin and hormonal acne flair ups

I would like to avoid benzoyl peroxide because I read some concerning things about the ingredient being linked to cancer. I would also like to stay on the more budget friendly side of things if possible

30 yo female. I have pale skin and in the past have struggled with cystic acne on the chin. Over the past couple months I have been able to clear that up and find a great skincare routine.

6 days ago I went to get a basic facial. The lady cleansed, exfoliated and then did a peel (that I didn’t ask for). The peel (she claims) was more gentle and just to exfoliate. It did not burn only tingled. After she applied a few cooling products, oil and moisture. I left looking a little red but nothing alarming.
The next day my skin started breaking out on my cheeks, nose and chin. I also seem to have more blackheads popping up everywhere. No cysts but tiny red marks that reach a white head quickly. My skin has been red to the touch especially my chin. If I touch it it stays red for quite sometime.

I’ve been careful not to exfoliate and only use barrier supporting products but everyday it’s a new redness patch/ acne mark. My skin is not peeling according to the last it wasn’t that type of peel.

It’s the worst having bad again after finally clearing it up.

Has this happened to anyone? Was it the peel that caused this? Any suggestions on what I can do?
Thanks!

19M. I have had acne for a few years now.
My current routine is Cleanser (for oily skin cuz i think that's what I have) and a moisturiser (for dry skin, which I only recently just noticed, but I've been using it for months so I kinda just got used to it). Anyway I use those 2 every morning and night. And only at night before bed I apply some other cream that doesn't have any brand or anything on it that my dermatologist gave me (note that my dermatologist didn't give me either of thise other 2 I mentioned).

I noticed my acne also gets noticeably better when I don't eat anything sweet or salty (like chocolate and chips for example).

I've heard Cerave products aren't that good so I was wondering what else do you guys recommend.

Hey everyone!

I had acne since I was 13, and now I'm 21, I finished Roaccutane course at March. I read this and other threads a lot, and I decided to try Vbeam (Vbeam Perfecta) laser to get rid of my PIE.

After first procedure (march) my face was looked like a lot of bees attacked me, I was okay with thay, after next prodecures my face was slightly swallowed for few days only. I did 5th Vbeam procedure 3 weeks ago, my next appointment is next week, and I'm confused, I don't see any difference between before and after these treatments... I spent so much money and time, I followed all doctor's recommendations, mousturised my face everyday, SPF 50 every time I go outside, I also use Differin 0,1% every 3 days before sleep as my dermatologist recommended...

I don't understand, do I need to do more treatments, this clinic is scamming me, or I just choosed wrong treatment?...

Thank you for replies!

Hi everyone! I’d really appreciate some advice on my skincare routine.

For years, I’ve had persistent red bumps and spots around my chin and mouth area. They tend to keep coming back in the same area, but I’m not sure whether this is actually acne or something else.

This is my current routine:
Morning:
AESTURA Atobarrier 365 Cream
Sunscreen
Evening:
If I wear makeup, I double cleanse using Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil followed by the Haruharu Wonder cleansing gel.
Azeane (15% azelaic acid)
AESTURA Atobarrier 365 Cream

My skin is generally sensitive, dehydrated and prone to breakouts, so I’ve been trying to keep my routine simple.
The red bumps and spots in the photo are mostly concentrated around my chin and mouth, and I’ve been dealing with this issue for years.

Does this look like acne to you, or could it be irritation or something else? Is there anything you would change or add to my routine? Could any of the products I’m using be contributing to this?

I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences from people who have dealt with something similar. Thank you! 🫶🏼

For context Im switching from alternating between curology, glycolic acid, and retinol, to just using tret and azelaic acid. I use centella spf and I use vitamin c drops, those two Im gonna keep using but I’m stopping the old stuff mentioned. Right now I just use the cleanser and moisturizer that comes with the curology. What should I use instead as a cleanser and as a moisturizer? Is there anything else I should get too? Thanks.

Hey, it’s my first post here!
I need help figuring out what I’m doing wrong in my current routine. I’ve been doing it for 1 year and still no results. In the pictures you can see my skin and the products I use. My main issues are oil, acne, clogged pores and black heads. Plus I suspect that acnatac makes it even more oily and acne prone.

Does any one have tips? Thank you ❤️

Pics included!!

I noticed I have a lot of bumps around my cheeks? If I pop them a sort of white stuff comes out (gross, I know, sorry!) and I have no idea what it is or how I can fix them? And there’s a lot of bumps on my nose too :(

I'm 23 and really bad with skincare and I feel so embarrassed. All I use right now is Cerave foaming facial and vanicream daily moisturizer. I feel like my skin is fine...? It usually looks kinda dull and I feel like a lot of moisturizers are way too greasy. I use whatever's at Walmart that sounds fine enough, I can't really afford expensive stuff and get kinda overwhelmed with everyone else's 12 step skincare routine haha.

Does anyone have any advice? I'm more than willing to learn about routines!! So sorry if this post sounds dumb!!!

as a heavy dry, acne-prone guy, i’ve been looking for a ceramide-based moisturizer that isn’t too heavy and also doesn’t cost a fortune.

i mainly wanted something for my morning routine, especially for days when i’m staying indoors, or sometimes before going to the gym at night.

i already use aestura atobarrier 365 at night, but using it in the morning feels like a double-edged sword. it’s too expensive to use both day and night, and honestly, it’s a little too heavy under my boj sunscreen.

so i kept looking for alternatives. i tried illiyoon lotion, but unfortunately it gave me red rashes (probably because of all the botanical/leaf extracts). vanicream facial moisturizer and la roche-posay double repair were also more expensive than i wanted.

i was honestly about to give up on finding something that checked all the boxes until i came across this new moisturizer.

i was skeptical because i’d used a vanicream cream before and remember it giving me a slight stinging sensation. but wow… this one is genuinely a generational product.

it’s silky, lightweight, and feels incredibly soothing. it has 5 ceramides, and despite being marketed for dry skin, it doesn’t feel greasy or heavy at all. there are also no oils or super-heavy emollients, which is exactly what i was looking for.

and the value is crazy. 12 fl oz for around $14. 😭

if you’re looking for a lightweight ceramide moisturizer for dry, acne-prone skin, definitely give this one a shot. i’m honestly really impressed so far.

Hey guys, I want something lightweight that gives a glowy look. I don't like doing a lot of makeup so I want something that would give me that look. I heard about the Rhode milk product, but it's really overpriced. I need other cheaper products.

I have combination skin (oily + dry). Any recommendations?

i (24 f) have had eye bags my whole life but in the last year or two they’ve been getting much darker and pronounced, especially on the right side

no matter what foundation or concealer i use it doesn’t rly cover them, i’ve tried colour correcting too but it is hardly ever effective

the left one is okay but the right one is so much worse in person, especially the fact that it’s a double one… it srsly makes me look crazy.

does anybody have any suggestions on techniques i can use / products i can get / changes i can make to try help the appearance of them? tysm in advance!!

Hi! Where I’m currently commuting (SoCal) it is currently constantly in the 80s and the sun is really strong and doesn’t go away till 8 P.M., but later in the day (around 5ish) the UV level is around 2 and below. I always apply throughout the day and before my morning commute. I know usually sunscreen is not needed at that level, but I am still out walking about 15 minutes to my car and then driving about an hour each day home when the UV is at 2. If damage is cumulative, should I just reapply to be safe before I start my commute home? I’ve been reapplying so far, but if I’m wasting time doing it or it’s unnecessary I don’t want to be foolish, haha. Thank you for help skincare council 🫡

(not the greatest example pictures as all whiteheads have just been popped or in early stages but can add the new ones I find tomorrow)

I’ve had acne since I was maybe 12-13? Annoying but not concerned because that’s common for teenagers. Around 17-18 I became more self conscious about it and explored korean skincare slightly (oil cleansing, toners, serums, etc) and my skin started glowing but pimples were unaffected. It was never cystic or clustered, rarely got blackheads or scarring, just CONSTANT freaking whiteheads and red spots. I’ve tried bp, adapalene, clindamycin, whatever it was either did nothing or ruined my skin barrier so much that I couldn’t wash my face without it stinging.
I felt like it wasn’t too bad for awhile but last year my whitehead charts went up AND forehead texture made an appearance, now I wake up with new spots every day next to the red post-acne that’s takes 2-6 business weeks to fade. So basically my chin is always pink is and my forehead bumps like to show off whenever I step under light. Additionally there are these dark spots I think are sebaceous filaments but they’re so freaking visible I hate it. My GP eventually referred me to a derm and this is the current routine I’m following with the products I was recommended.

before bed: cetaphil gentle exfoliating SA cleanser -> either azclear or tretinoin 0.01% (altering nights) -> cetaphil SA lotion
morning: wash with just water -> either azclear mixed with the SA lotion or just the moisturizer by itself

I used to use beauty of joseon relief sun aqua fresh but haven’t been using any sunscreen at all for a couple of months because I feel like I’m putting too much product on my skin and my nose always immediately starts sweating after doing my routines? Also sometimes use the ordinary niacinamide serum but having trouble fitting it in with the other stuff.

I don’t even go out without a pimple patch anymore and use them overnight but it seems like they’re not very effective unless I poke or pop before putting them on (and even then it’s 50/50). I know it’s bad to but I seriously can’t be going to work with my whiteheads glaring at everyone.
I was told my next option is birth control because it could be a hormonal thing or dropping another couple hundred (that I can’t afford) to go back to the derm so they can give me more pricey medications that may or may not work.

I stay hydrated, I wash my pillowcases, I really just don’t know what to do anymore. I’m hoping it’s something stupidly obvious that one of you can point out for me and I’ll start seeing improvement. Thanks for reading this far!!

I use Naturium Azelaic Acid Derivative Complex 10% and Vanicream lotion every other day, I also use the Medicube zero pore pads maybe once or twice a week kind of just whenever

Today was the first day I’ve used a Vitamin C serum, from a local brand – Bielenda Skin Clinic Professional Vitamine C Serum. I have sensitive combination skin, very dry and flaky cheeks and rather oily nose. After applying the serum I’ve experienced initial redness that went away rather quickly. I didn’t think much of it because my skin is so sensitive that it often gets red, even without any product use. But then during the day I got a little ichy and small red bumps appeared. They weren’t big and are now almost gone.

I’m pretty sure it’s the serum that caused it. Here’s the ingredient list:
Aqua (Water), Propanediol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ferulic Acid, Pantenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 19140

Do you have any recommendations for a very gentle Vit C serum?

Looking for sunscreen recommendations that don’t burn my eyes, don’t leave a white cast, blend well, and isn’t greasy.