I would like to know what your routine is in general, but I’m also specifically curious about what products you use, if you use them, and what the rationale is behind each product.
My routine:
Morning
- Rinse face with warm water.
- Scrub face and neck with warm, wet washcloth.
- Apply facial moisturizer with SPF (I use CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30) to face, neck, and hands.
Evening
- Shower.
- While in shower, scrub entire body with an exfoliating mitt (ie this one).
- Apply a retinol (I use Retin-A (tretinoin 0.05%)) to face, neck, and hands.
- Apply facial moisturizer (I use CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion) to face, neck, and hands
- Apply body lotion (I use CeraVe Moisturizing Cream) to whole body, excluding hands and face.
I have used, and considered continuing using a BHA (also AHA?) liquid exfoliant (I have read that it shouldn’t be used at the same time as retinol due to PH requirements, ie use it in the morning and retinol in the evening) (I previously used Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, but I no longer because I have lost trust in Paula’s Choice overall due to their borderline false advertising regarding their retinol product [1]), but I am unsure of what a good product would be, and the rationale behind it. I have also heard about Vitamin E, though I’ve never used it.
References
- “[Research] Study: The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice retinols are unstable”. toa20. r/SkincareAddiction. Reddit. Published: 2023-01-26T17:49:01.223Z. Accessed: 2024-10-29T05:16Z. https://www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/10lxshy/research_study_the_ordinary_and_paulas_choice/.
I don’t have one.
Water
Body soap
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The liver stores vitamin A for years and vitamin D for months so you don’t need to supplement daily but adjust the dose.
Do note that there is a difference between dietary/systemic vitamin A, and topical vitamin A (there are also different types of vitamin A [2]) — one is ingested, and, thus, metabolized in the gut, and the other is absorbed directly into the skin. Dietary vitamin A, is used by the body for the skin [1.1], but topical retinol provides a greater concentration (more targeted) to the skin cells [1.2], and allows one more control over the dosage [1.3].
References
- “Could eating vitamin A-rich foods be better than applying retinol to your skin? Here’s what the experts say”. Laura Alario Avery. Published: ca. 2023-02-03. Accessed: 2024-10-29T03:53Z. https://www.stylist.co.uk/fitness-health/nutrition/eating-vitamin-a-foods-retinol/755982.
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Vitamin A through food is very important for skin healing, as it helps modulate the immune system and reduce inflammation. It also comes with a lot of antioxidants that target free radicals and protect the skin from damage, which is why it’s an essential vitamin to have in your diet.
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It’s a targeted solution that can help reduce pigmentation, boost skin hydration, and support cellular turnover.
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[…] you have more control over the dosage [of Vitamin A applied to the skin].
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- WebSurge. “Can I replace Retinol by Vitamin A?”. Published: 2024-08-23. Accessed: 2024-19-29T04:00Z. https://www.quora.com/Can-I-replace-Retinol-by-Vitamin-A.
Vitamin A, as a broader term, encompasses a family of compounds known as retinoids, including retinol, retinaldehyde, and retinoic acid. Each of these has different strengths and modes of action on the skin. Therefore, replacing retinol with another form of vitamin A may not yield the same results.
- “Could eating vitamin A-rich foods be better than applying retinol to your skin? Here’s what the experts say”. Laura Alario Avery. Published: ca. 2023-02-03. Accessed: 2024-10-29T03:53Z. https://www.stylist.co.uk/fitness-health/nutrition/eating-vitamin-a-foods-retinol/755982.
You’re using too many products.
Why?
All skincare products are loaded with microplastics and hormone disruptors.
Do you have any proof for that claim?
MORNING
- wake up
- cry for 10 minutes (the salt has healing effects, for open wounds from the fights at school)
- go to school
- get punched (this is important to remove possible blood clots)
EVENING
- shower
- smoke weed
- if face hurts, put Vaseline on.
my skin is very healthy (not kidding) and I don’t do anything to it. (I’m a conspiracy practicalist and I believe skin care products are scams)
Thanks for reading.
Liquid Neutrogena followed by Aveeno moisturizer in the shower.
Stridex pad periodically throughout the day if my face starts to feel oily.
I used to have a whole shave routine that included Proraso and Old Spice, but the ritual started feeling less zen and more like a chore so I don’t really do it much anymore.
I try to use lotion with SPF 30 every day, and I use retinol a few times a week. I’ve thought about adding topical vitamin C in as well. I don’t have a strong preference for any specific brand.
I’ve thought about adding topical vitamin C
How come? Like what are you looking for out of it?
I think it’s supposed to smooth out the complexion of the skin. I get pretty blotchy at times.
That’s a lot. I woke up and wash my face with water and that’s everything
That’s a lot.
Do you mean that something in my routine is unnecessary? Or are you simply stating that, subjectively, it feels like a lot?
Your routine is too long for me.
I’m not saying it’s wrong.
I’m going to get reamed on here for too many products and spending way too much money but I’m an aging female in a very superficial location, so please forgive me! And marketing clearly works on me…
Morning: Cetaphil cleanser, with just hands. I wouldn’t scrub your face with a wash cloth, sounds too harsh. Skinceuticals Phloretin (it’s a high end vitamin C serum)- this one has really evened out my skin tone and apparently protects from further sun damage. Before upcoming lotions I mist with water or Caudalie grape water spray-helps lock in moisture with the lotions Alastin Restorative Skin Complex serum-my dermatologist recommended this one, he also sells it…no idea how much it has individually helped or not Kiehls avocado eye cream Dieux instant angel gel cream Little bit of La Roche Posay cicaplast under eyes Supergoop mineral matte spf 40 sunscreen
Evening: Double cleanse-start with Neutrogena sesame seed oil on dry face-I’ve only been doing this about a month and it’s my favorite (and cheapest) thing now-removes makeup and oil or dirt from the day really well and it’s really hydrating. Then lightly wash with cetaphil cleanser. Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Dr Dennis Grossman retinol eye cream Skinceuticals a.g.e Interruptor lotion Aklief- this is a prescription tretinoin derivative and I don’t use it every day Skinceuticals Triple Lipid Repair La Roche Posay cicaplast lightly under eye
On my chest I use Timeless vitamin c (a good dupe for the Skinceuticals Phloretin) in the morning and then the Dieux InstantAngel cream. Also been using some leftover skinceuticals HA Immerse there that didn’t work well on my face.
Body I do a messy mixture of Gold Bond Retinol body lotion mixed with a vitamin E oil and water nightly
I’m still sort of figuring it out and would love to eliminate stuff but I’m not sure what. It’s ever-evolving. Admittedly I spend WAY too much money on this, but fuck it, I can and it makes me feel good. Also this stuff (at least some of it) has totally transformed my skin for the better. So maybe some of it is a waste but some of it definitely works
Yo it’s good to take care of your skin, and it’s good to do things that make you feel good. I used to do an intense Korean skincare routine but since COVID I don’t really leave home so I’ve cut it down to almost three steps. Easy peasy if you never see the sun and don’t wear makeup nor have a medical condition.
I am gonna have to check some of these out though. I can’t out-hermit age lol
Oh yeah, age will catch up on you quick! And I’m in a very sunny/outdoor activity area so I really have to be vigilant about taking care of my skin. The Korean skincare sounds interesting but I have no idea where to start
Wash face with body wash that has honey, olive oil, dead sea minerals. Don’t put much effort into it but it’s the body wash I found doesn’t irritate my skin.
Shower daily. Sugar scrub weekly. Jojobo oil as needed on whole body. Moisturizer on joints and feet as needed. Cream/ointment a minute after moisturizer to seal it in a little more.
I try to take care of it a bit, though I know a more routine routine would be better just difficult for me.
I don’t use make-up, but I make an exception for the soap from the hardware store.
My routine goes a bit like this:
- get into shower
- turn on water
- get wet
- turn off water
- lather up
- turn on water
- rinse off
- turn off water
- rub dry with that same old towel
I do this as necessary, but at least before Christmas and midsummer (even if not necessary).
When I get a mosquito bite, I scratch at it until it becomes an open wound. Bam, skincare
- Shower
- Moisturizer
That is all, folks.
I use the same, just a moisturizer after showering, also for the skin under my beard. Don’t need any beard products as well really.
Same, though I also wash my face again before bed
I have one skin, yes.
Showering is my skincare.
(I do not count the shaving)
I have one skin, yes.
Interesting interpretation/reading of my original title. As a result, I have removed the introductory clause:
If you have one,
I was trying to clarify the target audience of the question. Not sure the best way to go about wording it to achieve that end 🤔.
Of course, you need to be clear that this post isn’t for people who don’t have skin, right?
Ha, yeah, I know I’m being pedantic, but I strive to be precise and consistent in my word use.
I appreciate it, but I just thought it was funny
Unless I actually have mud or dirt on my face, it only gets cleaned with water in the shower. Dove soap bar for rest. Pure aloe vera (or as close as possible) applied to the face to help with dryness when needed.
