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I've been alcohol free for 2 months tomorrow after drinking for the better part of 2 decades. As the fog lifted, it became apparent just how any aspects of my life I gave up on - skincare being one of them. I combed through this sub, googled the heck out of each of the recommended items, but I'd be lying if I said any of it was straight in my head. Here's the routine I've pieced together. Budget is a concern, so if you have more economical suggestions, I'm all ears.

My skin and concerns (in layman's terms):

• approaching 40
  
  
• largely clear with the exception of occasional pimple
  
  
• rarely oily in any particular zone but forehead tends to get dry and flaky
  
  
• dark discolorations all over in small and large patches and under eyes
  
  
• wrinkles are becoming apparent. I don't mind looking my age, but I refuse to appear older due simple to neglect and apathy
  
  
• seldom washed face. Would remove eye makeup with coconut oil with no ill effects
  
  I've been follow this routine for 2 solid weeks now with no ill effects - no breakouts or sensitivity other than minor redness shortly after application.
  
  MORNING
  
  
• wash face with coconut oil
  
  
• apply [Silk Naturals Facelift Serum](https://www.silknaturals.com/store/index.php/facelift-vitamin-c-dmae-peptide- serum-620.html)
  
  
• apply Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen 45spf applied over two passes to ensure coverage of face and neck
  
  
• makeup as usual
  
  EVENING
  
  
• wash with coconut oil
  
  
• alternate nightly between Silk Naturals 8% AHA toner and Admire My Skin Retinoid Cream
  
  
• apply Silk Naturals Argon Moisturizer
  
  End goal: even out skin tone, keep complexion clear, undo the damage I've done by drinking as long as I have.

Can someone help me get better products or maybe get a routine going that would be effective? I feel like I am not getting any progress.

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I have been trying to get rid of my razer bumps on my face for a while now. I managed to finally get them majorly down using Bump stopper, but now I have a lot of dark splotches on my face. I have been using these products to try and clear my skin up, but I am not noticing any changes:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N1QNHHA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0036BI56G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002VA4LMU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721P16T8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N9ER4GO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Biore UV face milk SPF 50 pa++++

Nivea man face scrub

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Routine:

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I normally exfoliate using Nivea man face scrub every other day in the shower.

Morning:

Ponds

Biore UV face milk

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Night:

All products except exfoliating ones every now and then.

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Skin type:

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African American

Probably dry, I normally have dry hands

Pic of how it looks:

https://southerncosmeticlaser.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/shave-bumps-cosmetic-dermatologist-charleston.jpg

Do you think this would work? (Not sure if the hyperlink will work so my apologies if it doesn’t)

Potent Retinoid Cream Provides Retin A & Tretinoin Cream Results Without A Prescription - The Most Effective Retinoic Acid Moisturizer For Acne & Wrinkles Will Provide You With That Youthful Glow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0721P16T8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cKFVCbTPDE7GP