(Part 2) Best products from r/SkincareAddicts

Hi, u/mihaelalala7! :)

I would suggest replacing the micellar water with a cleansing oil or a cleansing balm (even though your dermatologist suggested it), as it would do, in my opinion, a much better job at breaking down the gunk that's on your face that your regular water-based cleanser won't be able to dissolve. Even though it might seem strange to put oil on your already oily skin, the excess sebum that builds up on the skin and in our pores cannot dissolve in a water-based formula, and maybe even certain ingredients from your SPF and such. Micellar water does a similar job, but I don't find it as effective. Then I Met You has a nice, fragrance-free cleansing balm.

When building up a skin care routine, the most important things to look for are skin barrier support and sun protection. For your skin to be happy, you have to provide a good SPF, gentle cleansing and proper hydration through a good moisturizer. By looking at the ingredient list of your Isis Pharma moisturizer, I came to the conclusion that you should definitely replace it. It contains a lot of fragrance, which should definitely be avoided in skin care, and it also contains a really harsh surfactant, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, that is just terrible for the face. Sodium Laureth Sulfate is basically the stuff that makes up regular soap, which we all know we should not put on our faces. It really strips the skin, and can definitely lead to skin barrier damage that will worsen your skin concerns (breakouts, comedones, dullness etc.). A much, much better option would be the CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser, that is fragrance-free, non-comedogenic, MUCH gentler and hydrating. It contains ceramides, compounds that are present in our skin's own moisturizing system. Your cleanser is by far the worst product in your routine and you should replace it in my opinion.

When it comes to the exfoliating acids, I think you'll do a much better job preventing breakouts and smoothing your skin texture by using your Salicylic Acid as a primary exfoliant, since it does basically the same job as the Lactic Acid, but it also has the property of being soluble in oil, thus unclogging your pores while also providing a gentle exfoliation. Salicylic Acid also can help with controlling excess sebum production and it also has antibacterial properties. Be aware that the overuse of chemical exfoliants can lead to irritation, dryness, redness and peeling, so maybe use them a few times a week, and don't apply them on areas where you don't experience congestion. You can switch to using the Salicylic Acid on your breakout-prone, textured areas, 2-3 days a week, and see if your skin tolerates it well. If not, you can go back to the Lactic Acid. Do not use your chemical exfoliants on the sensitive parts of the face, such as the under-eye area, as it's simply unnecessary, and the risk of getting irritated is much higher on the extremely thin skin under our eyes.

I'll have to mention fragrance again when talking about your moisturizer. It's definitely not as bad as your cleanser, but I'd look into other options that are fragrance-free, such as CeraVe's Moisturizing Cream, that is also non-comedogenic and contains ceramides.

The SPF you're using is most likely fine, and you should continue using it if you like the product. La Roche Posay, Eucerin, Cetaphil and CeraVe also provide good sunscreens that you can explore in the future.

The witch hazel may or may not help, you can keep using it if you like it. For sebum production control and anti-inflammatory properties you can also try incorporating Niacinamide into your routine, as it's a proven ingredient that can definitely help with the appearence of breakouts and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots) from acne scarring. The Ordinary has a great Niacinamide 10% + Zinc serum.

Also, the order in which you apply your products is of utmost importance. There are a lot of sources online where you can find more about this, but generally you should look to apply your products from the thinnest to thickest, starting with your cleansing oil and water-based cleanser, and ending with your sunscreen/moisturizer at PM.

So, to summarize: definitely look to replace your cleanser, you can improve your PM double-cleanse by replacing your micellar water with a cleansing oil/balm, be careful with your exfoliating acids, look to get rid of fragrance and harsh ingredients in your products by paying close attention to the ingredient list of the products that you're buying and doing research on that (Dr. Dray is board-certified dermatologist that has a YouTube channel, her advice is just pure gold, you can learn a lot from her). Our skin is a living, breathing organ, that is perfectly capable of self-sustaining and protecting itself. Our job is to enhance its mechanisms, and not overwhelm it by using too many products, harsh ingredients and fragrance.

Since you're not dealing with really bad skin concerns, having a really good, gentle double-cleanse, potent moisturizer, SPF 30+ sunscreen, using frangrance-free, non-comedogenic products and mildy exfoliating your skin with a gentle BHA (Salicylic Acid product) should really be all you need to get your skin to a good state. I'm glad you asked for advice, I'm extremely happy that you specificed the products you use, because otherwise I wouldn't have been able to identify some of the mistakes in your skin care (and potentially the biggest), and I hope you'll find my advice helpful.

All the best!

STAY OUT OF THE SUN!

The best tanners I have found- and I have used them all- are Loving Tan and Famous Dave's. Personally, I wasn't a huge fan of St. Tropez but I know a lot of people love it.

Loving Tan is a mousse and it comes in either a 2 Hour Express formula, which is great because it develops within two hours! Or a regular 8 hour formula, which is what I use since they sadly don't offer the 2 hour in Ultra Dark- and somehow even though I am white as snow, that's what I need to get the results I like. It's also expensive for how small the bottle is- they don't last me very long and I'm a pretty small human. But the color- oh, the color! It's divine.

If you go with LT, or any other kind of mousse, skip the mitt and get yourself the biggest makeup brush you can find. I use this one and it's absolutely perfect. I started out just using a brush to apply tanning mousse to my face but the blending was so flawless that now I take the extra time and do it to my whole body.

Famous Dave's is a lotion that I got for free in exchange for my review and normally, those types of products are reallllly hit or miss but I fell in loooooove with it. It's the nicest color I've ever gotten from a lotion, it's super moisturizing, the odor isn't toooooo bad and it washes RIGHT off your hands- I don't even use gloves or a mitt at all. It's like $30 on Amazon but a bottle will last you a looooong time. I had nice results with the medium but I much preferred the Small Batch Reserve dark color- probably best to get your feet wet with a lighter shade as they're buildable!

Whatever you do, exfoliate beforehand! If you have really dry skin, put on heaps of lotion the night before- don't even rub it in all the way, just throw on some sweats and let it sink in.

You'll figure out what product and routine works best for you as you go along- it's taken me years but I'm finally almost to complete tanner product peace. Good luck! :)

I have super dry skin that's also super sensitive. I have dry scalp and some scaly patches on my face that I've dealt with by being super gentle with my skin. First, I would recommend finding moisturizing products for sensitive skin. I highly suggest a hyaluronic acid based lotion, but you'll likely have to layer moisturizers to get what you want. It may also be helpful to use a hydrating cleanser or a good cleansing oil.

Basically, what i suggest is to try layering multiple simple products, based on what your skin needs.

What's worked for me when nothing else would:

Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Moist lotion Hyaluronic Acid Lotion. My skin requires this in the dry winter.

Ceracolla Super Moist Lotion This has ceramides that are super awesome for "unhealthy" skin.

Cremo Moisturizer This has Urea which is a mild exfoliant in small amounts... I love this stuff.

Burts Bees Sensitive Night Cream Generic night cream with ingredients that don't burn my face. It's not super moisturizing on it's own, but is great when layered.

Ceracolla Perfect Gel If your skin isn't super dry, this could work for hyaluronic acid and ceramides.

Boots Expert Sensitive hydrating serum This is super moisturizing, but breaks out my chin. It's actually the most moisturizing feeling of the bunch, but doesn't have a lot of "benefits"

Aquaphor: A thin layer overnight can make your skin feel great in the morning, and especially if you're not wearing makeup, it won't need to be washed off.

Bare minerals has a purely nourishing moisturizer which has great ingredients, except for lavender essential oil, which my skin does not like. It's in my skincare drawer for when my skin is healthy, but I'm nervous about considering using it.

Also: Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue tinted gel cream has been wonderful for my super dry skin. I apply it in the morning and do not apply powder (which never worked for me before) and it gives just enough coverage and leaves my skin looking nice. Also, I do find it quite moisturizing for a tinted moisturizer/foundation. The only issue is that it doesn't last on my chin so much, but I'm putting some in a bb cushion test out!

I am very certain that you have dehydrated skin. Not the same as dry skin, though you may have that, too. Tight feeling skin, getting very oily very quickly, redness. Oily and dry at the same time. Your moisture barrier has been compromised. This will take time and patience to repair, but believe me, it is worth it. I once had very similar skin.

Fair warning, I myself use a mostly AB routine, and my product suggestions will reflect that.

Find a simple low pH cleanser. I like this one because it's cheap, easy to find, and lasts forever. Cleanse twice daily, with tepid water.

(I am a fan of the double cleansing method when wearing foundation and/or sunscreen. You can learn more about that here.)

Then I would work on finding light hydration that doesn't break you out. I have found that my skin absolutely loves multiple layers of light hydration. And that was key to restoring my barrier. Just putting one thick heavy layer didn't work because my skin couldn't/wouldn't do anything with it. But multiple light layers was something my skin could work with.

This, this, this, this, and this are all super suggestions. Pretty simple, basic, and gentle choices. No, you don't need to go buy all of them. Try one. See how your skin likes it after several weeks. Maybe add another. Or, some people like adding multiple layers of the same product.

Then find a humectant to layer on top, to seal moisture in. This is a very popular one. This, this, this, and this are all good choices.

Once you find a routine that your skin seems to like, stick with it for a few months. Like...3 to 6 months. It won't be an immediate fix. But over time you'll start to notice less of the tight feeling, less of the dry thin skin with an oil slick on top, less redness. Only then will you be able to see what your real skin type is. Maybe you start to see more dryness or flakiness, and the oil slick goes away. Then maybe you have drier skin. Or maybe the tight and dry feeling goes away but the oiliness stays. Then maybe you have oily skin. But until you heal your moisture barrier, nothing you throw at your skin will do any good.

1. How many times should one cleanse each day? twice
   
   
2. After washing your face and putting on moisturizer, is it normal for your skin to still feel slightly tight and dry? no
   
   
3. When moisturizing my face, if I use something more watery it just feels like it dries up and takes all the moisture from my skin leaving it dry. Is this supposed to be normal? no
   
   
4. If I put on more moisturizer afterwards, the oiliness gets too much and my face turns red. When that happens should I cleanse again and put more moisturizer on? Or should I use a cloth or something similar to wipe my face instead? keep blotting sheets on hand and blot at the oiliness (no rubbing)
   
   
5. What should I be doing if my skin turns red and irritated? this is a sign that your skin is damaged - find gentle products that restore balance
   
   
6. If I put on sunscreen my face gets oilier but still remains dry. What should I do during times like that? again, this should get better as your skin gets stronger
   
   
7. How many times should one be using 8~10% AHA per week? if I were you, I would stop using this, at least for several months
   
   
8. Would you agree that dry skin is generally darker and tougher and oily skin is reddish and blotchy? no, I think those are unrelated

An excellent moisturizer with excellent ingredients that won't break the bank is [Cerave PM] (https://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Moisturizing-Facial-Lotion-Ounce/dp/B00365DABC/ref=sr_tnr_p_1_beauty_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1478021646&sr=1-1&keywords=create+pm)

Heres a good routine to start in the AM:

• Cleanse with a gentle cleanser, doesn't need to be fancy– I use one from Trader Joes.
  
• Apply BHA or AHA exfoliator – do a little research on this to figure out which will address your specific skin best. (You could also wait to incorporate this step into your routine until you have found a good cleansing and moisturizing rhythm)
  
• Apply Anti-Oxidant serum (optional - but good for anti-aging)
  
• Apply Moisturizer
  
• Apply SPF 30 or higher (some people will get a moisturizer with SPF already in it to combine steps, personally I keep them separate because it creates a better barrier for your skin and I have had milia form from using a combination sunscreen moisturizer.)
  
  PM:
  
  
• Get all the makeup off your face! Use wipes, makeup remover on cotton pads, etc. – whatever works for you, just get it all off.
  
• Cleanse with same gentle AM cleanser.
  
• Apply exfoliator.
  
• Apply optional serum.
  
• Apply moisturizer.
  
  Happy to answer any specific questions :) Good luck!

Haha yeah, it doesn't have a lot of slip, so it's hard to spread it out.

What moisturizer do you use? Try to find Vanicream. It comes in a large, inexpensive pump bottle and they sell it at most drug stores. That's what I use most of the time.

I wouldn't apply the oil yet, but that would be the first thing I would add on to your routine when it's time. The fewer things you apply at first the better.

You should always wear sunscreen. The sun damages and ages everyone's skin. The most effective thing you can do to improve your skin as you age is to wear sunscreen regularly.

Sunscreens in the USA are pretty terrible due to a classification issue that makes it difficult for new sunscreen ingredients to be approved by the FDA. I use Japanese sunscreens. They sell them on Amazon, but they ship from Japan. They are non-greasy and better at protecting skin from the sun. Many of them, even the inexpensive ones, include things like hyaluronic acid. They're awesome. Some examples: here, here, here.

Some things that might help:

Anything that goes near your chin (hands, chinstraps, jacket collars, pillows, etc) needs to be washed regularly and thoroughly. Try to touch your face as little as possible!

A good cleanser and chemical exfoliant can help you out. Some commonly recommended products here on SCA are CeraVe's foaming cleanser and Stridex pads (the red box, not green box). Both will help keep your skin clean and remove any bacteria that are causing you problems. It is important when using an exfoliant that you use a lotion afterwards so your skin doesn't get too dry, moisturized skin feels and looks better! Another common product here is CeraVe's lotion (there's a pump kind that's thinner, and a jar kind that's thicker and creamier).

Hydrocolloid bandages are a godsend if you have any active acne! If the blemish is 'open', cut off a small portion of the bandage and put that on the offending zit after you wash and moisturize your face for the night. By the time you wake up, most (if not all) of the fluid from the acne will be absorbed into the bandage, leaving the blemish flat and less red.

I hope this information is helpful to you! Acne can be so painful and embarrassing, but it can be managed and fixed. Best of luck! :)

My skin is kinda sensitive, and I enjoy using a variety of cleaners - but the wipes don't usually do well with my skin. My favorite for makeup is Sephora's make up remover, esp the eye make up remover liquid. I also like the face shop rice water cleanser set, because it has an oil cleanser you use with a normal soap cleaner you get a moist and smooth clean and the makeup really comes off well. I got the set based off someone's rec here actually. When I'm not wearing heavy makeup I often just use this swedish bar soap, which is very nice and doesn't irritate my skin.

I use Shiseido Senka Mineral Water UV Essence.

I also avoid the sun like the plague but here's a funny anecdote. I started noticing this weird splotch on my left hand. At first I thought it was a raised oblong nickel-sized spot on my hand. Maybe it was irritated or having an allergic reaction because I swatch on that hand a lot. But then I looked closer at it and I realized, it's not raised. It's lighter than the surrounding skin, and it looks and feels smoother, which is why I thought it was swollen. That is the spot where I squeeze my sunscreen every morning before I smear it on my face. It's also the spot where I squeeze all my moisturizers before I apply them.

That was a wake up call to me that like ~2 months of extremely consistent application of products can have an actual, noticeable effect. I am very vigilant about applying sunscreen and moisturizer to my face, but I'm trying to be more vigilant now about applying it to my hands as well!

Use this! Finishing Touch Hair Remover

I’ve tried waxing, threading, shaving- everything. It all makes me breakout, this is the only thing that works and is gentle enough that it doesn’t have any negative effects on my skin. It looks nice too, and it’s portable so that’s a plus.

It doesn’t work great on thicker hair (upper lip, unibrow and chin for me), I can usually still see that hair below my skin even after using this so I usually tweeze or use an eyebrow razor on those areas. But for cheeks, neck and forehead, the thinner hair that creates “fuzz,” this is perfect!

Let me just add- do. not. shave. I used to do it for years, I even thought it was “good” for my skin because it’s exfoliating. But since I’ve stopped the texture of my skin has been so, so much better. Shaving is way too harsh for facial skin. I have a lot of facial hair so I totally understand that urge, but trust me. Use a combination of tweezing and the hair remover I linked above- even if you have to do it every day it won’t harm your skin at all.

Good luck :)

I'm assuming that you're looking for a LAA Vitamin C, instead of SAP/MAP/etc? For Vitamin C serums, personally I like SkinActives', which comes in a 15% and 20% formula. I've also been trying the Timeless Vitamin C for the past few weeks and have liked it - it's theoretically a dupe for the ultra expensive SkinCeuticals Vitamin C that is most people's HG.

For AHA and BHA, my HGs are from an Asian brand, CosRx. Both the AHA and the BHA are readily found on amazon and other websites. I think they are both amazingly formulated products - effective without ripping your face off. I use both on a daily basis, after building up my tolerance to the acids, and have no issues with overexfoliation.

I don't think you need to wash your face again. I don't wash my face again, but I'm not a dermatologist. I could be wrong!

To be honest, I had to Google e45, so I'm assuming you're from the UK? I'm not, so I'm not sure what's available on the other side of the pond. Again, SPF 30+ is a must. Definitely get fragrance free if you have sensitive skin. Sorry I can't recommend a specific brand! This looks promising, but I have no idea if it's fragrance free https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nivea-SPF-Face-Anti-Age-Moisturizer/dp/B07BCT7B7J/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=moisturizer+with+spf&qid=1561991874&s=gateway&sr=8-13

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00MWI2IS0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This mask!!! I tried it once and my skin looks so nice! It's from Korea but it's worth the wait + it's fun to do haha http://i.imgur.com/0GYeWwA.png (not me)

Agreeing with the other comment, salicylic acid, and/or glycolic acid.

I would try BHA (salicylic) first - it works like a charm for me. But I have to be diligent with it - 2x/day, every single day. Stridex Pads in the red container or Clearasil Rapid Action Pads are great, inexpensive options that I currently have and use.

https://www.amazon.com/Stridex-Med-Pads-Size-90ct/dp/B000NUN8BK

https://www.amazon.com/Clearasil-Rescue-Treatment-Cleansing-Packaging/dp/B0012MXUEI

If after several weeks you notice no changes, try switching over to an AHA (like The Ordinary’s Glycolic Acid, mentioned here already). Hope this helps-Good luck!

I've struggled with bacne for my entire adult life and only now (maybe 2 months) see consistent results.

I use the following:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PO7GKLM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_aOVxY3oMIQMVN

Then I follow with this but I didn't add it until after a week of just using the above was and my old moisturizer:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0071XPQQ2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_ZIXqoMmXx48cJ


Best of luck!

I'm in scandinavia, my skin is dehydrated and acne prone, so I'm looking for products that don't brake me out and helps my skin stay hydrated.
I'm currently using Epiduo 2-3 nights a week for my acne (which has finally disappeared - yay!) so my skin needs all the moisture it can get.

I buy almost all mu stuff online :)

• Eucerin hydrating cleanser
  
• HadaLabo Gukyjuon lotion
  
• Benton Snail Bee High Content Essence
  
• Sebamed clear face gel as /u/TheeBananananas mentioned. Bought at a pharmacy. This stuff stings like a bitch when I apply it the nights I use Epiduo though :(
  
• Shiseido sunscreen
  
  I'm super satisfied with the HadaLabo lotion and Benton Snail Bee Essence, but I'm thinking about trying this HadaLabo cleanser and Suncreen and the Benton Snail Bee Steam Cream :)

20% Vitamin C Serum - 60 ml / 2 oz Made in Canada - Certified Organic + 11% Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin E Moisturizer + Collagen Boost - Reverse Skin Aging, Remove Sun Spots, Wrinkles and Dark Circles, Excellent for Sensitive Skin + Includes Pump & Dropper
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00PL3DK26/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xU.RCbZ51RQGD

Body:

Kiss My Face Sport air-powered spray
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FTC6ZBM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_IjeBzbXQ08N5S)

The Kiss My Face Kids air-powered spray works very well too and smells nice.

Face:

Normal to dry skin- Shiseido Senka UV 50+ (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IG12XLO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mfeBzbJERN9MA)

Oily- Shiseido Senka Mineral Water gel (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Q1WT58/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rheBzbA71WA9W)

Source: South Texas summers for 9 years

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+/PA++++ (3 Count)

https://www.amazon.com/Biore-Aqua-Watery-Essence-SPF50/dp/B071H7P3T8/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3C48Y92DYGMK2&keywords=biore+uv+aqua+rich&qid=1570404485&sprefix=biore+uv+%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-9

I have oily/sensitive skin and Reddit really recommended this and I love it. I live in Florida where it's hot and humid and it doesn't make me sweat. It is creamy and milky and sets on my skin all day. Highly recommend.

Another esthetician here! I've noticed a huge improvement in my skin through double cleansing. I use Innisfree's Apple Juicy Cleansing Oil and Cosrx Low PH Good Morning Gel Cleanser.
The best part is while oil cleansing, you will actually feel all the nasty little gritty pieces of skin and dirt coming up, and after rinsing and your second cleanse, your skin just feels so nice. I wish I'd started this sooner, but better late than never!

i've posted this a few times because i had reaaaally bad, really painful back acne and i found this routine posted on r/SkincareAddiction (which has more subscribers than r/SkincareAddicts so sometimes there's already an answer there)

I use humane acne treatment on a salux cloth AFTER rinsing out conditioner, dry body well, then apply paula's choice aha lotion on my back (i use a regular lotion on the rest of my body so i don't get too dry) and then I also sleep in a clean tshirt every night. I should say that I only shower every other day so if you shower daily, maybe ease into the routine in case it could be drying.

I haven't had any back acne since implementing this routine, that's why i always respond to back acne posts lol it changed my life!!!!

yes, it will help clean out your pores. Try the stridex pads in the redbox, here, but also probably at your local drugstore

I really like Cerave Moisturizer PM It was around $8 on Amazon.

Ok thanks for looking. i have no idea how youre figuring that out but.. would this work? https://www.amazon.com/SHAVEOLOGY-AfterShave-Men-Anti-Aging-Moisturizer/dp/B01FPQZNAK/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=shaveology+aftershave+for+men&qid=1564165316&s=hpc&sr=1-

Not exactly, but they're still products that they list as alternatives.

I do use the recommended CosRX Blackhead Power Liquid for the BHA, for the clay mask I use Elizavecca Milky Piggy Bubble Clay, and then for the cleanser I use Amore Pacific/Illiyoon Cleansing Oil.

I have extremely dry skin plus a ton of fine hair, so I usually follow this up with a couple of swipes with a razor (with the grain) for hair removal plus exfoliation on my cheeks/jawline/chin. You obviously don't need to do that last step, I just wanted to give a thorough response 🙃

Oh I hear you. I'm on the same front, no birth control, try to make it bearable to deal with my monthly acne.

I'm not as familiar with oily skin. I damaged my skin by being too rough with it so it needs a lot of external support and is incredibly dry.

Have you considered any of these? I've used them all and did find they were effective over time and weren't too harsh.


Olay AHA moisturiser

nip/fab glycolic acid

Stridex BHA 2%

Crave 3% BHA

The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam and oil. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SUZWGHM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5E6fAb4F2NCVA

An AHA (chemical exfoliant) would be helpful in getting rid of whiteheads.


Here are a couple you could consider:


https://www.amazon.com/COSRX-Whitehead-Power-Liquid-100ml/dp/B00OZ9WOD8/


https://www.amazon.com/Paulas-Choice-SKIN-PERFECTING-Exfoliant-Combination/dp/B01N1QNHHA/

Exfoliation is what worked for me. I used a glycolic acid (AHA) from CoRX AHA Whitehead power liquid

And then followed that up with Goodal Waship Glacial clay mask about twice a week. Oh and whenever I use any chemical exfoliant I make sure to moisturize my skin. I only ever do the AHA at night since there is a risk of making your skin worse when exposed to sun. I moisturize at night with Goodal Moisture Barrier Cream and some sort of hydrating facial mist like Goodal Flower Infused mist. Pretty much all my stuff is Korean skin care stuff (I use a lot of goodal and cosrx. I had to do a patch test with the AHA thought because previous ones I tried made my sensitive skin hurt really badly. The Korean stuff is more gentle for me. You can always find something similar in Ulta though. I know Ulta started carrying some of the products I mentioned.

Could you link me what you use? I was always told hair growing back in thicker/coarser/darker was a myth but that has happened to me after every time I’ve attempted, even when using one of these as it turned areas with previously blonde peach fuzz to areas with black hairs.

Second this! Was actually about to post this myself :)

I've been using the cleansing oil and face wash set for a few months now and I've noticed a massive difference in my skin texture and tone.

Sorry, meant to include the link

https://www.amazon.com/Vanicream-Skin-Cream-Pump-Dispenser/dp/B000NWGCZ2