Things I wish someone told me BEFORE clearing my acne

@danakim_82992

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Tretinoin and Azelaic Acid

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Why it worked

The video provides a detailed and multi-faceted approach to acne treatment, addressing both topical and internal factors, which resonates with viewers seeking comprehensive solutions. The use of specific product recommendations, coupled with a clear rating system, adds credibility and practical value.

Summary

The creator shares a comprehensive skincare routine for clearing acne, emphasizing the importance of tretinoin and azelaic acid, a good moisturizer like Dr. Althea 345 relief cream, and gentle cleansing with Bioderma and Vanicream. The routine also includes internal solutions like supplements and spearmint tea, and the use of hypochlorous acid spray.

Structure

1Introduction to acne clearing advice
2Key topical treatments: Tretinoin & Azelaic Acid
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i use all of these daily and i swear it cleared my skin and gave me the best glass skin ever. this routine actually saved my skin😫🫶 #skincare #skincareroutine #acne #acnetreatment #tretinoin

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Product placement

Tretinoin Cream USP, 0.025% ACTS - topical acne treatment. Removing it would change the video's advice. Azelaic Acid Gel, 15% ACTS - topical acne treatment. Removing it would change the video's advice. CeraVe Eye Repair Cream APPEARS - a skincare product, but not used in the video. Removing it would not change the video. Dr. Althea 345 relief cream ACTS - moisturizer used to support skin barrier. Removing it would change the video's advice. Bioderma Sensibio H2O ACTS - micellar water used for cleansing. Removing it would change the video's advice. Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser ACTS - facial cleanser used for cleansing. Removing it would change the video's advice. Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides APPEARS - a supplement. Removing it would not change the video. Kirkland Signature Fish Oil APPEARS - a supplement. Removing it would not change the video. Dima APPEARS - a supplement. Removing it would not change the video. Zinc Glycinate APPEARS - a supplement. Removing it would not change the video. Other supplements (unclear names) APPEAR - supplements. Removing them would not change the video. Organic Spearmint Tea ACTS - used to lower androgens. Removing it would change the video's advice. SkinSmart Antimicrobial Eczema Therapy ACTS - hypochlorous acid spray used for antibacterial cleansing. Removing it would change the video's advice.

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Things I wish someone told me BEFORE clearing my acne trust me. ik ball The 2 most important (∞/10) tretinoin+azelaic acid tip: use sandwich method, use eyecream to prevent dryness Focus on skin barrier (100000/10) literally the best moisturizer. the absolute best to use alongside tretinoin&azelaic acid to heal irritation and rebuild a healthy skin barrier Gentle Cleansing (10/10) Bioderma Sensibio H2O use it in the morning&before sleep Gentle Cleansing (10/10) vanicream gentle cleanser use it only before sleep, (double cleanse Bioderma first to melt makeup, followed by Vanicream) Fix the problem inside (9/10) topical skincare can only do so much if ur guy is inflamed or ur hormones are imbalanced Drink spearmint tea(8/10) drink one cup daily. helps lowering excess androgens (testosterone) meaning less oil production and fewer cysts exact same as vital Tower 28 SOS spray and way cheaper on amazon. literally a gentle, antibacterial face sanitizer tip: MUST spray hypochlorous acid immediately after sweating, prevent bacteria and sweat from settling into pores and causing breakouts Hypochlorous acid (8.5/10)