Advices needed for skincare product at night!
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Sat Sep 09, 2006 6:09 pm

Hi all, I previously had bad acne but its now very much clear. Surprised

My normal routine has been-

Morning: Vitamin C serum 12% from CSRx then SPF 35+ sun screen

Afternoon (home from work): Wash face then apply 10% AHA (Neostrata)

Night: apply differin gel

Since my acne has been cleared for about 3mths now, I am thinking of stopping the differin gel and apply some other product to reply/enhance my skin condition. My skin still looks pretty dull and has a few scars from acne but its slowly imporving. Any advices is very much appreciated!!

free skin care · Sat Sep 09, 2006 6:18 pm

The Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel and the Neutrogena Acne Mark Fading Peel would help with the fading of the scars and improving your skin texture.

free skin care · Sat Sep 09, 2006 10:15 pm

I agree with Yen that you need a peel or some sort of exfoliation to get rid of the dead skin cells that are making your skin look dull.

I use Ice Elements 2 minute miracle exfoliating gel as it is gentle, yet effective, however I am thinking that although you would see benefits from this you may also want something more aggressive, like microdermabrasion to help with the scarring.

Take care.

Sat Sep 09, 2006 11:42 pm

Thanks for the input guys! however i am already applying AHA 10%, which is a form of exfoliator in the afternoon... so would another peel/exfoliation at night become abit of an over kill??

free skin care · Sat Sep 09, 2006 11:46 pm

Hi Matti!

Your AHA is going to help you with your skin cell turnover, however, you are going to need an actual peel or exfoliant to remove the dead skin cells that have turned over... Depending on your skin, you may not need to exfoliate often, however, since your skin is dull that does show that it does need to be done.

I exfoliate my skin 2 - 3 times a week, however some people exfoliate daily.

Take care.
Bosoxy.

free skin care · Sun Sep 10, 2006 12:11 am

But, if your skin is sensitive, you must think twice before exfoliating. I would suggest no exfoliation if you have sensitive skin.

Personally, pearl powder improves my skin by making it glower and fairer.

Sun Sep 10, 2006 3:20 am

thanks for the input! my skin does go alittle red and stings alittle after i apply my 10% AHA... so i guess its alittle sensitive.

So what product do ppl using uses as a night time product? pearl powder?? i never use it before but sounds fancy! Very Happy

free skin care · Mon Sep 11, 2006 1:12 am

For acne skin Jojoba Oil works well as an overnight or daytime moisturiser, I like to add a few drops of Lavender and Tea Tree essential oils to treat my skin at the same time.
Also Decleor Aromaessence Balms, particuolarly the Ylang Ylang would help to bring that 'glow' to your skin.

free skin care · Mon Sep 11, 2006 8:50 am

matti_pacman I would suggest continuing with the Differin for several reasons. First, acne is generally not cured and it is only kept under control by the products you use. If you got your acne under control using Differin and AHA chances are that you will experience a return of your acne if you stop either one. Second, retinoids including Differin IMO have a lot of antiaging benefits mainly due to increased collagen production. I have been using Differin for eight years now for acne and I believe that if I ever stopped using it it would only be to try a different retinoid. Unless you are experiencing irritation from the Differin, I don't think you should stop using it. Just a note about AHAs it is normal for your skin to sting a little after you apply these because of their low pH. If that is the only problem you experience from using these and your skin is not irrated in general then that is okay. Personally, I cannot use AHAs everyday because I really do experience irritation from them. IMO since you use 10% AHAs everyday you may want to be carefull adding more exfoliation to your routine in the form of a peel. I am not saying don't do it but just be carefull adding one of these products. I am actually surprised that your skin looks so dull with your current routine. How is your skin hydration wise? It is possible that all the strong products you are using are drying your skin a little and that is why it looks dull.

free skin care · Mon Sep 11, 2006 8:05 pm

how about re vive moisture renewal cream? It works for creating glowing skin ^_^

Tue Sep 12, 2006 12:00 am

Thanks for all the great input! I think TheresaL you hav my skin condition spot on. My skin does get dry very easily.
Thanks for letting me know that Differin is a retionids... so does that mean not only does differin cures pimple, but also does good to the skin itself?
The AHA 'suppose' to moisturize the skin too, but i guess i need to sqeeze in a moisturizer somewhere then... Confused

free skin care · Tue Sep 12, 2006 7:07 am

Yes Differin does have benefits other than helping with pimples and that is why I think you should stick with it as long as it is not irritating your skin. AHAs can by themselves moisturize the skin and I imagine that the base for your AHAs would contain some moisturizing ingredients. However, if your skin is dry or dehydrated then I think it needs additional moisture. Or you may need to occasionally skip a day of AHAs or Differin.

A few questions. Do you use the Differin Cream or the Gel? Do you wash your face again before you apply the Differin? Also, how much time is there between applying your AHAs and Differin? I'm sure that we can fit a moisturizer in your routine somewhere. BTW I didn't say this before but you have a nice routine that contains a good mix of actives!

Wed Sep 13, 2006 12:30 am

I am currently using Differin Gel and I usually apply it after my shower and before i go to bed. ( i prefer shower at night Rolling Eyes

)

I think theres about 5 hrs gap between my AHA application and differin gel application... is that enough?

Maybe i can apply some moisturizer in the morning after my Vit C application... but then i will feel theres 100 layers on products on my skin after i put on my sunscreen too! Razz

I guess i may try using dfferin gel on alternate days, see how that goes. Thanks!!

free skin care · Wed Sep 13, 2006 7:29 am

I prefer to shower at night too so I don't think that is odd at all!

A five hour gap between the AHA and Differin is plenty!

I would say that if you feel you need to apply moisturizer you can do so after applying the Differin. I am sure some retinoid purists would say no moisturizer but I think that if you wait at least 15 min. after you apply the Differin there is no problem. I always apply moisturizer over my Differin (after waiting of course) and this works fine for me. Using the Differin everyother day instead of every day might be enough to take care of your dryness though. Let me know how it works for you.

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