Dermatologist's Affordable Anti-Aging Skincare Routine for Sensitive Skin | Dr. Sam Ellis

[@IreneI9601]

That “friend” that commented on your headband is no friend. You look great. Appreciate all the info you share.

[@ursulaholmes2866]

My sentiments exactly.

[@dianaholbrook]

Cannot agree more! Your videos are excellent and contain such great information. Your “friend” is probably not even aware of her jealousy but it is definitely jealousy. Avoid the negativity from her presence as much as you can.

[@savannahn1643]

Secret hater friend!

[@user-vd7vw5xo1s]

I thought that immediately too!

[@FragileFlame82]

Wow I used to have such a friend that wrapped negativity and jealousy into a compliment so it wouldn’t sound so rude. No real friend does that. The headband looks great! I use the same!

[@kristenwilson9845]

😆 I’m chuckling about your friend’s comments and I’d like to reframe what she said a little. As a regular viewer, I appreciate so much that you pull your hair back and wear your headband just like I do every day to wash my face and you look like a (beautiful) regular, relatable person rather than someone producing a picture of perfection. It is refreshing that you are comfortable in your own skin and I love that you empower your viewers to feel good in our skin too, educating us that healthy skin doesn’t mean perfection. I have never thought anything you do is weird or unattractive - you are REAL and I appreciate that!!

[@anniep855]

For other sensitive girlies, it is important to know that “fragrance-free” means no scent ingredients added, whereas an “unscented” product often contains several scents to create a scent-less product.

[@sapphirelady2]

I agree totally with the headband! I just can’t stand my hair getting in my face while I’m washing my face…

[@juliabinford6500]

You don’t look weird at all. I hope you can let those comments go right out of your mind. You are beautiful and fun to watch. Also, thanks for explaining that slugging over tretanoin might be irritating.

[@dawnfrye4343]

Oh please no judgement here we all look the same when cleansing our face💯 thx for the recommendation I’ve been looking for something new for double cleansing ✌️💛

[@faythewu]

Love how you explain things in a way that is easy to understand

[@rhondamullins6192]

Thank you for walking us through this routine. Great information for someone with sensitive skin like me.

[@SaraAshley116]

I have allergic/reactive skin so I often end up with swollen eyes or neck rashes if I’m not careful. I absolutely LOVE eucerin q10 anti-wrinkle face cream. I have dry skin and I get chin breakouts and this cream does not cause any breakouts. Huge fan. And it’s $12……

[@annagillam]

just started using the naturium retinaldehyde & it only took my skin two times (once a week) to get used to it and not peel a lot when it usually hates everything!! love this tutorial

[@DallasNatureLover]

I used the Paula’s Choice Clinical 1% Retinol for a year before asking my dermatologist for a tretinoin prescription. She prescribed tret at 0.025% and I had very little redness or peeling so was able to step up to the 0.05% tretinoin after just a month.

[@theresamoser2432]

Girl you should see me I have the head band, ponytail, the arm bands, and a wrap around robe hate to get my clothes wet and my arms wet. I look like a hot mess but it is part of my routine. 1 month on the naturium and love it could not tolerate tretinoin I just could not deal with the peeling any more. It does not look good at all when makeup is scaling off your face I was done.

[@Mixedmakeup]

Great routine!!

[@vr4288]

@Dr.SamElis can you please talk about why Retinoic Acid got banned in EU skincare. 🙏 So so grateful for you educating us❤❤❤

[@andreamastrangelo1065]

I’ve failed several times trying to use Tretinoin. I thought I would give it one more try using these steps. I also purchased your barrier cream. I’m excited to share that it’s going good and this is the longest I’ve ever been able to make it. Flakes and redness have been minimal and manageable. Yay!

[@KHC2023]

I use the Naturium as well! Just purchased the .10 and working my way to every day use. Now every other and have done great. I haven’t had to do the sandwich method as my skin has tolerated! I haven’t gotten any dryness or flaking. Probably going to ask my dermatologist for a prescription next! Thanks for a fabulous video ❤

[@sulakaricats]

Lovely simple routine for sensitive skin, same routine using different products as my dermatologist gave me. I’m in Australia and using QV Face range, I can’t tolerate tret, but Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1 is my vitamin A, I don’t know if I’ll go higher, favourite first cleanse is currently The Ordinary Squalene Cleanser. I’m an endoscopy nurse and same as Dr Sam I wear tinted sunscreen, mascara, brow gel and a clear lip balm as my work day face.

[@orrwahawija3774]

This was such a game changer for my skincare routine! Can't wait to see what's next!

[@brirose230]

Really wish the Prequel Gleanser was actually in stock! And available to ship to other countries!

[@RekhaNirghin]

Hi I am new to your channel & I love it❤. Could you please do a video on anti aging skin care(50yrs+) routine using only Korean products.

[@monikab3413]

Thanks for the routine and all the good tips! For my rosacea and combination skin I' m currently loving the Bioderma Sensibio Cleansing Oil, Cerave's foaming cleanser, Revox's azelaic acid and The Ordinary's Buffet peptide serum occasionally, Cerave's Resurfacing Retinol Serum twice a week and Cetaphil's Redness Control cream. My skin is really sensitive, but I never had issues with any of these products so far, even though I still don't dare using retinol more often. 🙈

[@tnt01]

You are educated, successful, kind and pretty. Your "friend" is jealous. Do not fool yourself.

[@amosunia]

Dr Sam, I use and love all your products! My favorites are the spray toner, cleanser and this barrier cream. While I love and appreciate the generous size, would you consider making a travel set with these essentials so we can take the prequel goodness on the go? Please? ❤

[@Baycydney]

Great idea! Yesssss

[@DrSamEllis]

10000%

[@senseofwonder4734]

I'm absolutely so anxious to be able to reorder another Gleanser from Prequel, and also would like the Moisturizer. When does it expect to be available again?

[@emilyhanson7951]

Your headband is awesome. Haters gonna hate. I am getting my5a headband in my Christmas stocking.

[@crucitasquillace5072]

I, too, do not do a skincare routine without doing what you do. I love it!! ❤

[@kamerynpeyla4074]

Great video! Also would love an end of the year 2023 favorite products video ❤

[@sueartz6830]

After watching this video I ordered the haruharu products-love them. Had no problems with them. Also ordered the No. 7 eye cream-first eye cream that does burn or make my eyes blur. Thank you so much for this video!!! I also ordered your gleanser and lotion, just waiting for them

[@theresas9556]

Your friend is so jealous of you, she had to make a snarky comment 😂 good lord, can't a woman just support another woman's success without all the backhanded immature silliness? Also you look freakin adorable in your lil headband!

[@rosemenichetti5730]

Love all your recommendations and "your" affordable products that do not break the bank! Thank you!!

[@rajvy04]

Learned so much from this! My skin is in for a treat. Can't wait for the next video!

[@sylvielanglois1884]

I really appreciate your very informative videos for people with sensitive skin…..like myself! I just wish that products (Prequel) would be available in Canada!

[@amyisthatyou]

Very helpful video, you answered all my questions. Thank you. Can’t wait to try your Prequel products.

[@erinlee7216]

Agreed...that is no friend. Friends don’t demean you!

[@megansmith9344]

That Vaseline trick is something I need to try. I get crazy dry spots in those places. .....and 'girlfriend is throwing shade' turtle power babe!

[@pamelagileno5483]

Keep checking prequel's page for your 'gleanser' and the urea cream but still sold out.

[@misjakoning]

Thank you so much! I’m learning a lot. I ordered some nice Korean skin products with your help and I’m going to order that retinoid serum as well. Love from The Netherlands ❤

[@andrea6710]

I love Bioderma Atoderm sensitive EYE for the hole Face with Retinoids. It comes in 100 mL.

[@stephaniemaynard8450]

I came across this video today as I eagerly awaited my first Prequel order of your Sun Barrier and coincidentally enough the MASSIVE skin protectant cream. Ironically I just used a new “treatment cream” which my skin decided wasn’t for it and I am flaking like I did years ago when first getting used to my tretinoin LOL. I am in love with this routine and eager to see how my skin fares with your expertise and amazing products. Thanks for always putting out solid content.

[@sandragrumet]

I currently use Vanicream as my first layer, then a retinoid, then LRP Ciciplast Balm. It’s the only way I can tolerate it and so far, it’s been amazing. I’m definitely deep diving into Prequel once I can access it - Canadian’s always get the good stuff last 😩

[@emmesun]

I loved this video, I really needed it, thank you so much for all these suggestions 🥰

[@jlw1524]

I appreciate the explain with the routine. Thank you for the information!

[@melissagalech3649]

Your friend sounds like a little B! I also pull my hair back and I have a band for my head to keep out the hair as well. It doesn't look ridiculous at all. Even when you were cleaning off your eye makeup. Normal looking! And I appreciate you showing us how you do it and what products you recommend. Keep it up! I subscribe to 3 different youtube channels that are dermatologists and none of them did a video about just hands or just nails. I love that you did! I think you're my new fav! You might want to try to phase out your "friend."

[@jinx3903]

I agree with the change of terminology around ‘anti-aging’. Recently watched @nadinebaggott interviews on ageism (💖Helen Mirren) and great topic to think about

[@michellecastro6560]

Great video! I have reactive sensitive skin so I appreciated this step by step demo as I get ready to test a retinal serum soon. Huge fan of your Prequel products as well. Oh and I have the same headband! Don’t sweat it Dr. Ellis, we got you! 😂😊

[@cynthiagreencmt7709]

This was great! I appreciate all the tips. I have sensitive skin as well. I’ve recently started to use KIEHL.S calendula deep cleansing foaming face wash. I find that it really feels soothing to my face.

[@mariahfranklin7274]

I ❤❤❤❤ your cleanser… Having Rosacea it has really made a difference. I wish there was a sign up for the out of sticks so I can be sure not to miss ordering when things come back in stock….

[@jean-lucleblanc5825]

Canada need Prequel!! 😅 you’re the best!!

[@asapvictory16]

This is VERY similar to my sensitive skin routine - clearly I've been learning from the best :) such great tips! Some of my sensitive skin staples/faves are: - Gleanser and Barrier Therapy from your brand! Haven't tried the rest of the products yet (but will soon!) :) - Stratia Lipid Gold - my holy grail product for skin barrier support - Pretty much any product with centella asiatica but my current fave is the Selfless by Hyram cleanser - Trying out some other popular k-beauty calming ingredients like mugwort and have been loving it! Plan on trying heartleaf and lotus next

[@wrv6927]

Thanks for this routine, would you do a night routine for fading or dealing with, dark spots? 😊

[@scavengedgems7396]

Thank you & love the practical headband :)! I would love to try your cleanser & the moisturizer. I've been trying to purchase it for over a month. However, every time I look it's been sold out.

[@SandiTink]

My skin hates most petrochemicals. In place of petrolatum, I use shea butter. My skin is so darn sensitive, that I use a moisturizer that contains a calming ingredient (e.g., oat or cica) before applying a retinoid. I have dry skin, so I use a heavier moisturizer on top of the retinoid. Even being ultra cautious and using a tiny amount of a retinoid, my skin won’t tolerate it more than three times a week. The same is true for vitamin C, azelaic acid, and Bakuchiol. Every time I try to add a day of any of them, my skin feels burnt. I really don’t want to try again for a very long time if ever.

[@erinsirohi5631]

lol - Turtles Unite! Yes we all look goofy when we remove our makeup at night. Thanks for being real 💗

[@physicaltech12]

You do not look ridiculous. You look amazing. Thats an envy comment in my book😂 The only way to clean the face is pulling the hair back, it will be ridiculous having all the hair on the face😂 you will be washing your hair at the same time. Thanks for doing your videos.

[@susanmcf1]

I need to try the Naturism retinoid for my neck (I use tretinoin on my face).

[@helenan7368]

You don't look ridiculous at all, you look professional. Skincare routine with your hair coming to your face, that would be ridiculous.

[@tracybownes7612]

Great video ! Please can you tell me what colour is on your nails in this video, it’s so pretty ! Thankyou

[@ritavalente8946]

Thank you for your videos Dr. Ellis. A quick question: does one need a double cleanse if one does not wear make up? Thanks again!

[@kellygalvin8484]

Great video! Love the “sandwich” idea - I plan to start that tonight. I’m looking at switching from Tretinoin to a Retinal. Would love a review of Avene products. Also, do you recommend Baccuchial in a.m.?

[@myhottea]

Thank you for this great video Dr. Ellis! Is the glycerin, or are any other ingredients in your Gleanser derived from soy?

[@laly6980]

Great video! I learned a lot thanks 😊

[@sharmilividyadaran9016]

Love your content Dr Ellis. I absolutely love Uriage's Bariederm for my retinol nights.

[@fialta1608]

Thank you for this! What do you think of the Naturium Retinaldehyde 0.10%? I have been using the 5 for sometime and ready to explore..any thoughts?

[@cindynova6375]

Hi are you restocking your cleanser before the sale is over?

[@jodieclark4518]

Thank you so much, Dr Sam, for sharing your brilliant expertise with us. Prequel is a great product and so glad to find this reasonable, effective and pleasant brand of products! Your explanations and sharing help a lot of people -)

[@Baycydney]

I love your products! TYVM for the sale but your gleanser is out of stock. Will it be back in time for sale?

[@gulkzimin6580]

This video is so useful. ❤. I have a question though, Haruharu has a black rice facial oil, and there is lavender oil, do you think it might cause iritation for sensitive skin? And what is your option on facial oil? Thanks

[@TheAlexaJacks]

Please bring Prequel to Canada ❤

[@d.h.9278]

Might I inquire do you use any of these on days you use red light therapy in the evening? Thank you in advance! You are so gracious and educational.

[@DrSamEllis]

I do but I always use my red light before applying them

[@judymitchell27]

I'd like info on the cleansers. Thank you.

[@crnaprovider]

can you include a serum with your routine using retinol? if so, which order can you put it? Can you suggest a serum that won't interact with retinol? Thank you

[@noornasr156]

Hi Dr. Sam Ellis, can I use tretinoin and Roc contour cream together? Or should I use the Roc in the morning and the tretinoin at night?

[@judyesquilin6035]

Hello! I appreciate this video. Is it good for women over 50?

[@kimsenn5024]

Thank you, I needed this info. I have a lot of trouble finding a night time moisturizer that doesn’t sting.

[@DrSamEllis]

This one doesn’t sting. I love it for that.

[@mariaromero8797]

Hello Dr. Ellis, when will you restock your famous gleanser? It’s been sold out for the longest time. Hoping to purchase it soon😀

[@RaquelSantos-gb1hh]

Definitely use a headband no shame!

[@lukastemberger]

Obviously, reducing the retinol percentage by using the sandwich method will be less irritating. And also less effective.

[@pamelacox540]

I wear waterproof sunscreen on my face and just learned about the double cleanse. Oh and that “friend” who gave you grief for your “goofy” headband is not your friend. How does she keep her hair off her face when cleansing?

[@VanityismyReligion]

Question: isn´t retinol more potent, when applied to wet skin? So, if my bottom-of-the-sandwich-moisturizer is more of a gel, how would that affect everything? Does it still work as a buffer?

[@ursulaholmes2866]

Funny! I actually use the Prequel skin utility ointment on the areas around my nose, eye, and mouth before applying tretinoin! You surprised me with the Vaseline!

[@DrSamEllis]

I usually use my Prequel Skin Utility Ointment too, but was trying to keep the routine extra affordable! (Also, I always feel a bit self conscious recommending too many Prequel products even though they are holy grail for me haha)

[@ursulaholmes2866]

@@DrSamEllis your products are all affordable! There’s no need to be self conscious about your product line! It was well done and is of excellent quality and incredibly affordable. Well done. I use everything you have except the lotion that’s been sold out for quite some time.

[@Baycydney]

Yes, so do I. The prequel ointment is so lush!

[@lamp07]

Dear Sam, i do dermapem 4 weekly & I have ultrasound. What sequence should I use and how? First ultrasound or second after dermapen? Love you posts❤

[@katherinelinne9200]

I can't wait to try the Gleanser! Any idea when it will be back in stock?

[@deborah972]

Hi dr sam ellis love your videos skincare 😊 xx

[@ratherbquiltn]

Unfortunately my rosacea triggers include propanediol, and propanediol is in everything these days. I know several other people who are sensitive to propanediol as well. If you could include some propanediol-free recs in some of your videos sometimes we would be very grateful! Thanks.

[@amaggzz1207]

Thank you for saying I only need half a pump of your gleanser, I’ve been going to town with two pumps 😂 also Not the point of the video but I absolutely love that sweatshirt

[@DyanCovington]

Can these products be used if you have acne-prone skin? Particularly the oil cleanser.

[@RC-gd7nt]

So weird but when I use glycerin skincare it makes me feel so sweaty!

[@michellesparks1590]

That girl is jealous OR she really is in awe of your ability to put yourself out there. For some people that is unimaginable. She definitely could have chosen better verbiage.

[@brittneyr8590]

Fellow headband fan! 😂❤

[@lauriejean5598]

Dr. Ellis, Will Prequel ship to Canada eventually? Also, can we apply the No.7 Future Renew Damage Reversal Eye Serum to the upper eyelid as well?

[@patriciayamaoka4640]

I loved this video! I have very sensitive skin and I live in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where the weather is mostly hot and humid, so it's very difficult to find effective but comfortable skincare products. It's so sad we don't have PREQUEL here... I manage to use retinol 0,3 almost everyday with your great sandwich technique, and I'd like to know if I could add, at night, an lactic acid or azelaic acid sérum or anything to target dark spots without getting all red (I already uso Vitamin C in the morning before my sunscreen). Thanks!!😘

[@mickimc2883]

Ridiculous?!?!?! Someone as beautiful as you could wear whatever they want and NEVER look ridiculous! Being real makes you more relatable. I agree with ireneissakidis . . . that friend, is no friend...

[@DT2125]

Hi Dr Sam!! What about buffering in between a hydrating serum and your moisturizer?:):)

[@Stardust675]

I use the medik8 liquid peptides, then my prescription tret, then a thick moisturizer.. Dr Sam, Also wondering if this is okay? @DrSamEllis

[@dianarusnov292]

Just chiming in, but I do this as well and have for years! If you can tolerate retinoids you don't have to do the heavy sandwich method. I cleanse my skin, apply a face mist and an essence to add hydration, then go in with a retinoid. And my skin is fine!

[@DT2125]

@@dianarusnov292 thanku!!!

[@nml1930]

Most helpful Thank you so much

[@carolesimmons9476]

You’d look gorgeous with anything on your head! Question- I have really dry eyes. I heard about this method of putting Retin A on early evening and leaving it on until you go to bed- for me like 6 hours- then washing off- not sleeping in it. There was a term for this but I forgot. Been doing that. Does that do any good?

[@roxanneabdollahi3716]

Thanks very good information

[@kristasmith6363]

Can we get an update on what’s going on with the Urea lotion? Would love to get it :’)

[@martham7198]

When is gleanser coming back in stock?

[@DrSamEllis]

Very soon! Aiming for within the next 1-2 weeks!

[@Noochbaby]

@@DrSamEllis yay!! Can’t wait :)

[@marissa9522]

Thank you for this 😊

[@Nailartbydm]

Please tell me how can I get rid of syringoma under eyes. Please and also mention the name of products which are available in the UK. Cheers

[@Emmiiillyyy]

I am not sure if you talked about this product but I'd like to know your thoughts on Wenlevi that is a prescription cream. I use it as my moisturizer after I use tret.