Reddit mentions of Elizavecca Milky Piggy Wrinkle Care Revitalize EGF Retinol Cream

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Hello! After lurking for many months, this is my first post on this sub, but I have to share with you. I hope to find someone else who has used this, or perhaps I can convince a few of you to try it. c: I'm 23, have normal-to-dry, acne-prone skin. I'm also very pale, if that matters.

I was in search of a multi-purpose moisturizer. I was previously using the CeraVe PM lotion, but it pilled up too much on my skin with my nightly masks, serums, and a sleeping pack on top. It was effective regardless of the pilling, but it was annoying and felt gross. No thanks. So, on a whim, I purchased the Elizavecca Milky Piggy Wrinkle Care Revitalize EGF Retinol Cream from Amazon. I'm attracted to anti-aging products by default--hence the nightly sheet masks-- and the positive reviews, decent ingredient list, and packaging drew me in. Plus, this is a retinol + moisturizer in one product... which meant that I could go without my retinol serum.

I've been applying this mask as the last step of my skincare routine for the past month, and guys, wow. My smile lines have faded, and my skin feels soft and supple. It has also reduced the severity and number of (admittedly small) pimples I get during the week of my period. A little goes a very long way. The product is affordable, smells incredible, and is a HG for me.

TL;DR: buy this product because it kicks ass. ;u;

1. I think I deserve something nice for myself because I've been busting my back at work to provide for a household of 3, and carrying a lot of weight on my shoulders. For all the stress though, I've still being doing what needs to be done, and something good happening would be a refreshing change of pace for me. I've been eyeing this face wash, moisturizer, or work out set because I want to feel better about myself.
   
2. Tell me why I'm waiting for someone, who doesn't give a f*ck about me [Russ- Tell Me Why]
   
3. u/Fantasyismything

There's nothing gross about what we refine in our appearances! But that is exactly where I started when I had my "enough is enough" moment. This blog post really helped me get a rein on it, and 6 months later my skin is virtually flawless so it works!

As for products, since there are a lot and it seems like a bit much upfront. I recommend

Cleanser 2-Step (Oil to lift makeup and debris, foam to completely clean face)

1. The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam (150 mL/5.0 Oz) & Light Cleansing Oil (150 mL /5 Oz) Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SUZWGHM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RcMVBbZWGQB0R
   
   
2. Microdermabrasion Exfoliator (remove debris clogging pores)
   DRMTLGY Microdermabrasion Facial Scrub and Face Mask. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KYPY23/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_udMVBbRKR035V
   
   If you would like, a toner can be added in place of the exfoliator on days that you do not exfoliate.
   
   
3. BHA (Reduce pore oil production)
   COSRX Natural BHA Skin Returning A-Sol, 100ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V4JPXO4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1eMVBb36B2C7R
   
   (Optional: if you look around, you can find products called "serums" and "essences" to Target specific problem areas. They are typically pretty expensive as they are highly concentrated)
   
   
4. Mask (lock-in moisture and allow serums/essence to penetrate)
   Dermal Korea Collagen Essence Full Face Facial Mask Sheet, 16 Combo Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BAM7F8C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aiMVBbV8HNZTF
   
   
   
5. Sleeping Packs! (Thick overnight mask for ultimate hydration)
   Elizavecca Milky Piggy Wrinkle care Revitalize EGF Retinol Cream for Anti Aging Pore Minimizing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTF6Y6B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_SlMVBb24VC3B5
   
   
   And that's about it. You also generally want to do them in that order. It sounds like a lot, but all that will run you perhaps $50 for a 2 month or so supply, depending on your use.
   
   
   I can certainly attest to how powerful a combination they are though, I almost shudder to think of wearing makeup most days now. My skin feels so clear for the first time in my life that I realize it's unnecessary, and anyone can have that with a little effort!
   
   Good luck 😘😘

I wash my face with a Clarisonic skin brush every time I shower; I have the Mia 1 but I know they also have a brush for men. I use this with just a general face wash that I buy at the grocery store.

In the morning, I use a cotton ball with witch hazel to tone my face and then I put on Tarte Drink of H2O Hydrating Boost before my makeup; it feels nice and light and doesn't make my skin feel greasy.

At night I rotate through three different products - Elizavecca Milky Piggy Water Coating Aqua Brightening Mask, Elizavecca Milky Piggy Wrinkle care Revitalize EGF Retinol Cream, and Elizavecca Green Piggy Collagen Jella Pack.

I'm in my early 30s and don't have any wrinkles yet, but I also try to avoid too much time in the sun because I'm relatively fair and I burn easy.

**Skin type and skin concerns:**

Main concerns: Dryness, acne (cystic and general acne all over chin and cheeks), and splotchy discoloration all over my face (my dermatologist said it was melasma). My skin is consistently congested and breaking out, yet my entire face is sensitive, dull, itchy and flakey. After years of reading tips here, I've finally gotten to the point where redness and the majority of flaking is gone and products don't burn when they touch me, but my skin remains dull and feels tight.

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While the products I've selected are relatively affordable, they add up. Plus I'm worried I'm doing more damage than good by overwhelming my skin with all these product. Mostly though, I'm so jealous of all your minimalist routines I see on here, and I want to create one that would work for me. I don't know where to start. What are your thoughts?

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**Skincare routine with full product names**

AM

1. Wipe face gently with Neutrogena Makeup Removing Wipes
   
2. Spritz face with rose water to re-moisten (currently using Leven Rose Rose Water)
   
3. Eva Naturals Vitamin B3 5% Niacinamide Serum(daily)
   
4. Spritz face with Kikumasamune Sake High Moisture Skin Lotion Tonerbefore skin dries completely
   
5. Moisturize with Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel-Cream
   
6. Spritz face again with Kiku to keep moist
   
7. Warm two drops of The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Hemi-Squalanein hands and pat all over face (I just added this to my routine and I have high hopes)
   
8. Australian Gold Botanical Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50
   
9. Coola Liplux Lip Balm Sunscreen SPF 30
   
10. 1-2 times per week, exfoliate face with Baiden Mitten Exfoliator Glove
    
11. 1-2 times per week exfoliate lips with Hanalei Sugar Lip Scrub
    
    PM
    
    
12. First cleanse with Illiyoon Total Aging Care Cleansing Oil (I'm finishing up this bottle and then I'm going back to using Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil).
    
13. Second cleanse with CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
    
14. Saturate cotton pad (White Rabbit organic cotton) with Neutrogena Alcohol-Free Toner and gently wipe face and neck
    
15. Spritz face with rose water to re-moisten
    
16. Elizavecca Hell Pore Control Hyaluronic acid Serum(nightly)
    
17. Spritz face with Kiku before skin dries completely
    
18. Moisturize with Elizavecca Milky Piggy Retinol Cream
    
19. Spritz face again with Kiku to keep moist
    
20. Additional moisturizer layer with Mizon Black Snail All in One Cream (I'm sure this is unnecessary, but I feel like the snail cream has done more for me than any other product and I'm emotionally attached to it now lol)
    
21. Warm two drops of TO squalane oil in hands and pat all over face (NEW)
    
22. Hanalei Lip Treatment
    
23. Cover any cystic acne with spot treatment patches
    
24. Once a week, spot treat dry problem areas with Origins drink up intensive overnight mask(it looks like they recently changed the formula for this, so I'm going to have to find something new when this runs out)
    
25. Once a week, spot treat acne problem areas with Proactiv Skin Purifying Mask
    
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    **Daily behaviors possibly impacting skin:**
    
    My diet is crap. While I don't eat a lot of processed food, I eat too much sugar, too much oily and fatty foods, too much red meat and not enough vegetables. Because of my family, it's going to be difficult to make adjustments, and honestly I'm not sure where to start. Caffeine consumption is pretty high, while I only have the occasional coffee, I drink a TON of green tea and oolong tea. Water intake is fair, and I usually refill my 32oz water bottle 2 times a day (yes, I have to run to the bathroom at least every 30 minutes). I pretty much stopped wearing makeup a little over a year ago, now I only wear for special occasions and the occasional eye liner.

Would someone have a recommendation for a night cream that isn't insanely expensive? I'm looking at Neutrogena's Hydro Boost Gel since I know I can get it locally.

I also found this one on Amazon when shopping for a night cream: Elizavecca Milky Piggy Retinol Night Cream. IA lot of Elizavecca products I'm seeing look quite interesting, such as their hyaluronic acid and their eye cream. Is it a brand worth trying?

I was going to get the Eucerin Replenishing Facial Cream with Urea after someone suggested it to me, but apparently I can't get it because of shipping restrictions? So I have to consider other options now. If neither the Neutrogena products nor the Elizavecca products are worth it, could someone recommend something else? I'm not a total noob when it comes to skincare, but there are so many things to choose from that I still don't know where to even begin.