Doctor V - You Are Exfoliating Wrong | Skin Of Colour | Brown Or Black Skin

[@vanitarattan]

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[@starryhaze16]

Can you exfoliate around the eyes? Thanks

[@preetimathur2025]

Please please make video on DRMTLGY brand needle less serum, vitamin C , sunscreen and moisturizer peptides and advanced eye cream too.

[@priyadharshinimanavalan7134]

hello doctor v i think u should examine my skin , it is very very exotic , like no one in this world has a skin like me , it gets irritated with anything I put , currently I am just washing my face with just water and leaving it alone , and its fine, and when I use skin care products it gets irritated , my skin is a solid subject that should be experimented by skin care experts like u .........

[@aanuyate1]

Hello Dr . V, Thank you for sharing all videos to help understand our skin. Would you please do a video on dermatosis papulosa nigra. I have these on my face, neck and back. Is this something that can be treated? Thank you in Advance

[@Sadaf_thepharmacist]

Is Paul's choice fungal acne safe product Kindly let me know? One youtuber said its not

[@kausarparveen2505]

It’s like a class being taken from a dermatologist, a really nice teacher, clearing our concept for a subject which is difficult to learn from any book, as a good teacher.. dr v is a blessing for SOC ppl 🥰😘

[@vanitarattan]

❤️

[@martinbonsu6972]

@@vanitarattan what do I do if I already over exfoliated?

[@kingazar2684]

@@martinbonsu6972 hi does physical exfoliation immediately remove dead skin cell or not coz aha only dissolve the bond not remove them am i right

[@martinbonsu6972]

@@kingazar2684 ya your basically right but don’t over physically exfoliate thoo

[@kingazar2684]

@@martinbonsu6972 yep 🥂

[@minniemorrie]

Every time I listen to you I regret not finding you earlier. But, I’m making sure my daughter listens to you, she’s 16 and not make the mistakes I have. Thank you for all the knowledge! Xx

[@vanitarattan]

❤️

[@lavayuki]

For BHA the Paula's choice one is my HG, and for AHA I just stick to the ordinary 10% lactic acid. I tried mizon glycolic acid 8% which was fine and I surprisingly didn't react to it but switched to lactic acid after finishing it based on your advice. I can't wait to buy your exfoliant! I don't see any products with a mix of lactic and mandelic compared to glycolic and lactic.

[@immaculateclare6641]

hi, i am not clear on how many times we should exfoliate in a week. Can i use the Salicylic acid everyday?

[@lavayuki]

@@immaculateclare6641 i dont think so

[@subtlybomb]

Man i got Paula's choice bha few months ago. Started using it once a week, while i did notice soft glowy skin the very next day, i also noticed a lot of bumps on my skin. Checked the ingredients and realised it's got polysorbate 20 in it which is a major FA trigger 😭 I hate that i can't use it.

[@withlovedianne6103]

I nearly fell off my chair when she said "I'm 38 now", absolutely stunning !

[@ivonneprado1314]

I love you so much Dr. V! I revamped my entire skincare routine thanks to your advice and now my skin is finally thriving! Thank you for helping me understand how to care for my Mexican skin the right way ❤️ You're a treasure

[@mrsmuddycrocs6488]

I use Tretinoin, 5% urea lotion, and after washing in the morning I use a few drops of TO 5% lactic acid. Those combined are very powerful. I wear a sun hat with a SPF veil to protect, and reapply my SPF 50 every 2-3 hrs

[@cher-ker]

Hi Dr V . What's so interesting about your videos, is that Your explanation on skin care is understandable. There's nothing confusing about anything. It's skincare - The do"'s the don't. The good ,the bad. You keep it simple but detailed ,not complicated. So yeah Thank You. Love & Blessings from South Africa.💟

[@anutandon]

Could you do a skincare routine for post menopausal women please. Do we have the same need for exfoliation etc.

[@nikitagupta9970]

I've learnt soooo much from you ,so grateful for this channel

[@mayank_chopra]

Please make products for people suffering from seborrhoeic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis etc. According to skin type from head to toe because we would love to have a whole range of products from you ❤️

[@glodaily]

Yes please!

[@skyejacques]

Does Cerave, Cetaphil or e45 not work? ❤

[@sumhithasrau]

Benzoyl peroxide, Retinol, Salicylic acid separately Avoid- body exfoliation for the face, exfoliation tools, exfoliating on a damaged skin barrier Exfoliate at night and follow by a moisturizer No makeup on directly exfoliated skin

[@briannalmoore]

Hey Dr. V, I’m just curious if chemical exfoliants work for the bottom of feet? Or is it okay to use the pumice stone or other tools? Thanks so much for the info!! 💕

[@SimranKaur-xu4cs]

Suggest sum Indian brand exfoliater for oily acne prone skin plz rpl plz

[@saniaasghar3663]

Please make something for stretchmarks, night serum/cream (backuchoil retinal tetrahxyldecyl peptides)for daily use.. and the body exfoliater you use. Please please. Until suggest products in these category. Thank you

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely

[@archi-reddi3084]

Skincare routine: When we are doing WFH and not exposing outside as it is winter in Canada.And we are not wearing makeup. How should our Am and Pm skin care regimen look like? Thankyou for sharing your knowledge It is very helpful

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@thomas8827]

Hello Doc Would u make a video about vicco Turmeric cream which u see in indian market. I’m trying to understand is it a good product. Thanks.

[@bhavnas5654]

The Ordinary has 10% Mandelic Acid . Once a week is good as Dr. V says . But my concern is how to use it. Leave it overnight or few hrs and then wash off the face .

[@preetimathur2025]

Please please make video on DRMTLGY brand needle less serum, vitamin C , sunscreen and moisturizer peptides and advanced eye cream too.

[@chiedzamtetwa6156]

Hi Dr V. I wanted to ask what is the difference between the anhydrous salicylic acid from the ordinary and the normal one? and which one would you recommend for skin of colour xx

[@shantsod]

No Black Friday sales for your range?? Would be lovely as some of us can’t afford the price and shipping costs too on top

[@HoneyBunches100]

Maintain your dignity and never whine, beg or complain if someone hasn’t provided discounts for poorer people. Just level up yourself so you can afford the price she set or be gifted it by someone who adores you. ❤️💫🌍

[@sueb7462]

Greetings Dr. So I don't mean to get off topic but can u review the Honey Pot vaginal wash? Also I know that u prefer a mineral sunscreen over chemical but I really can only get my hands on certain ones given where I am in South America. Could u review the Black Girl Sunscreen line and lemme know if it's ok to use the one for kids on oily face. Thanks 🙏🏿

[@galato4234]

If you please help us to find good moisturizers and exfoliants good for our combination skin from Paulas Choice, La Roche POsay, and Neutrogena or Cetaphil will really appreciate, not only your skincare range ads. Also, we would like to know how to use them. Thank you.

[@ikrz7377]

Hello, Dr. V. would you ever consider creating your own SOC makeup line? I’m already following your skin cleanse routine and using your hyperpigmentation kit. I’ve also ordered your Complete Daily Range & InZincable. Again, Thank you for your EXPERTISE! Hugs from Arizona! ☀️😊💛

[@vanitarattan]

Possibly

[@ikrz7377]

I forgot my emoji- 😎sunglasses for Melasma! Lol

[@francescasignorile6095]

Great video! I’m almost out of my inzincable and I really can’t afford $100 to have it shipped from the UK. Is there a different place I could buy it? It would be great if there was some place here in Canada so I don’t have to pay the duty? It is the best sunscreen I’ve ever used!

[@mumtaparpia649]

Waiting for it to be available in Canada too

[@RichN90]

How much duty did you pay? Is it same if you order one vs more ? I am also in Canada and this is the reason many times I tried to buy and ended up not ordering

[@francescasignorile6095]

@@RichN90 The product was $44.30 then the shipping was just over $35. 00 and the duty turned out to be about $30. So between the shipping and the duty that’s what made it so expensive.

[@RichN90]

@@francescasignorile6095 yeah that's super expensive !! Been several months since it's out was hoping it would be available on Amazon Sephora or something .how long did one bottle lasted for you?

[@francescasignorile6095]

@@RichN90 I reapply my sunscreen twice in a day so It only lasted about a month.

[@Angelface1]

Dr V, PLEASE PLEASE HAVE YOUR PRODUCTS AVAILABLE TO SOUTH AFRICA

[@eliannag9507]

Dr V please skincare video for pregnancy 🙏🤰❤

[@jasmypaul7434]

Oh my God !! Are you reading my thoughts ??!! I was wondering what kind of exfoliation is good for me . Thank you so much for your great work and lots of love as always.💛

[@vanitarattan]

🤎

[@marilizaaguas6818]

I've been using Paula's Choice 2% BHA and I let it sink in for at least 5 minutes before applying Cereva PM moisturiser. I only exfoliate once a week at night. My skin always feels sticky and a bit tacky, never seems to dry. Are the products absorbing into my skin? Also, is coconut oil safe to use to remove eye makeup?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@shutzzzzzz]

Same here. I am using cereva moisturizer and my skin feels greasy. Did u find any solution?

[@089_snehasugumar4]

The inzincable is ₹6000 on Nykaa in India....Wish it was on a cheaper side...I would really like to get my hands on it....

[@dianeruffin8551]

Is there any food that we eat that have all these things in it? What foods can help with people of color skin?

[@shwetasv6520]

Hi dr v thanks for video 😊, if you could please make a video on problematic and irritation causing ingredients in lipstick and lip balm.

[@vanitarattan]

Sure

[@Shuz1211]

Topic suggestion: how do derm procedures such as lasers, micro needling, etc affect melasma/ hyperpigmentation? Is it ok to do? What about home treatments such as NuFace micro current devices? I really appreciated the other dermatologist conversations you had and would love to learn more. Thank you so much for all the education you are providing us! You are the BEST! xoxoxoxo

[@edith6527]

Hello Dr. V, is hard to hear you starting 5:17 and it stops at 9:20, what is that sound? Video is very informative I learned a lot, thank you

[@LadyBella881]

So I think I was confused in thinking Tretinoin exfoliates the skin. I was just told it only increases cell turnover but you still need to exfoliate to wash those cells away. Is that true?

[@CamilaSaurus]

Good question!

[@vivekyadav-co3lp]

Umm you're helping a lot, so thanks for that... Actually before you said Cervave moisturiser is best, but then in your recent video you said it's not the best, you'd prefer Paula's choice skin barrier one. Could you please tell which one would be best please 😅😅?

[@candiejohnson7818]

Thank u ! I have changed my entire skin care line and im in ❤️ with ur sunscreen!.

[@shreyanair2336]

Dr V can you please do a video on the Indian brand Deconstruct. It has come out with serums with good ingredients but would like your opinion. Thanks 😊

[@blackhalogacha8012]

Is developing tan skin the same as having skin of color if you maintain that color?

[@cesiah527]

Dr.V hiii!! Thank you so much for teaching us how to take the best care of our skin, may you continue to be a blessing and be blessed!! Can you please do a video reviewing the brand biossance? They make a sunscreen that has 14% zinc oxide which seems high but it is only SPF 30 and I’ve wondered if it is suitable for me among other things the brand carries!!! Thank you so much💕

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@princessap9635]

Thanks dr v! Can you please do a video on acacia (vegan) collagen??? I think many SOC community have this diet restriction and would appreciate this ❤️😍☺️

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@thirumalaiparthasarathi2967]

Hey Dr. V, Loving your videos!!! Could you do a video on Skin Care for the body with affordable products available in India?

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@juwariaa]

Yes I want these too

[@salonikapur2423]

Yes please Dr v! With detailed info on how to go about it, morning or evening, during/after a bath, sunscreen etc

[@tanyavansha3603]

Can you please make a video on how to take care for under eye dark circles, specially what products to use in India!

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@sultanaakther9836]

For dry skin which product is best?

[@gingerxoxo22]

Thanks so much for the information….as a person with Discoid Lupus I suffer from large atrophic scarring and I am looking for a solution although there doesn’t seem to be much options for people of color…depressing to say the least

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@christopherhenry2259]

@@vanitarattan thank you dr!!

[@gingerxoxo22]

@@vanitarattan thank you so much. I look forward to watching the video.

[@vi9763]

I understand why you recommend your skincare line, but please understand it is cost prohibitive for many of your viewers. Please suggest more affordable product

[@mali-hz4cb]

I used my Inzincable for the first time today and I love it!! It has the perfect finish and brightens the face. Thank you so much!!! ♥ 😊 Can't wait for the daily range!!

[@vanitarattan]

Amazing

[@abigail9457]

Omg! What great timing Dr V, for past few days I was looking into exfoliators and you came out with this amazing video. Indeed a savior for me and SOC fam❤

[@roopamoolani3368]

Can I mix 5% lactic acid+ 10% Mandelic Acid+ 2% Salicylic acid & leave it overnight?

[@keerthanakalyanasundaram3480]

No that's too many exfoliating agents at once

[@kaimarak2611]

Dr.I m using ur pigmentation kit since 3 months should I use aha bha exfoliating solution.

[@gurushreereddy4363]

Dr. V ❤ waiting for your products to be launched in India :)

[@lipsarout297]

Please suggest a good chemical exfoliation peeling solutions

[@Cynthia0138]

I use salicylic acid cleanser for my daily Am and PM routine because I have oily skin. Do I still need to use the salicylic acid exfoliator? I am confused 🤔

[@monisham9898]

I used to use benzoyl peroxide wash during my teenage years which prevented my acne but now my skin can’t tolerate it. 😩. I use 3.5% and my skin gets red and so itchy. Same with SA.

[@lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64]

I could use a microdermabrasion-type product when I was younger. But I noticed that after 50, they caused micro-tears in my skin and an actual rash on my skin after using. I started to use a peeling -type gel and/ or glycolic acid once a week and these work much better. My skin is smooth, soft, and glowing instead of scratched and irritated.

[@remiperry7539]

Dr v please we want the exfoliating balm that you formaleted for your self you can ask the viewers and they will agree with me.

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely

[@zarakhan9731]

plz can u make vlog on eye bags n dark circles..

[@Nikita-ox5si]

I've never been a skin care enthusiast. E45 cream has been a moisturiser that I've used for 20 years or so. I've bought the odd scrub. But through your videos I'm obessing about skin care now. Is cleansing enough? Or would you say toning and exfoliating is as important? I don't see myself using so many products. I bought a cereve cleanser, the cream is on my list (will be hard letting go of E45!), and I'd like to buy an SPF from your recommendation.

[@xicalisboa]

Absolutely not exfoliate if you have sensitive or dry skin?? Not low percentage mandelic, not pha...?? 😲🥺

[@Prnvat9playz]

Hey Doc thanks heaps for the great video. Doc can you please please suggest any skin tightening treatment for skin of colour. I was just reading about fibroblast? I recently lose 25 kg and skin around my eyes become lose and like creepy. Please help me doc. I dont want to go for injections or botox etc. I know this would be a concern for us brown skin people. So please help us with this one as well. Thanks heaps for everything you doing for us.😘😘

[@vivmadmaxx66]

Unfortunately we dont get any of those in Barbados we get meutrogena bright boost or simple or loreal age perfect so guess yes neutrogena has in mandelic or lactic acid canr remeber which

[@vanitarattan]

Sorry to hear that

[@etikapramanik1399]

My age 21..can I use niacinamide every morning?can u make a video on how to do body expoliate?

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@tokioteleiras]

I'm been breaking out so much and I'm trying to heal my skin but I'm not seeing results... I try one night bha, next night aha, next pha, next retinol and keep rotating.... its not working 🥺

[@dibortheone]

Why is she always talking about redness of the skin when talking about skin of colour??? Brown skin doesn’t always turn red. White skin always does. This is confusing. She needs to acknowledge what brown skin does and that it doesn’t change colour the same way white skin does. This is quite annoying - she does that a lot - she pretends to care about skin of colour but only refers to what white skin or light skin does when she talks about redness.

[@safiaorkz3969]

Love ya Dr v ❤️❤️❤️

[@seemakothari1963]

Dr.whthr multipeptide serum is safe during pregnancy

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll review

[@rammifernando1462]

Hi Dr V, you said do not exfoliate damaged skin. I have oily acne skin and have some damages from acne So does that mean I should not exfoliate? I am using Paula's choice BHA exfoliator

[@RA-wp6th]

Same, I'm not sure what she means when she says damaged skin. I have sensitive skin with hyperpigmentation, does it mean my skin is damaged? Hoping she sees this question!

[@gayathrisubramanian6110]

Hi DrV Can we use Facetheory Super Gel Moisturizer and Inzincable Sunscreen Since both has niacinamide I am worried If it can't be used, Please suggest any other sunscreen

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@gayathrisubramanian6110]

Thanks Dr V

[@gayathrisubramanian6110]

Trying your minimize pores shorts, hope it works

[@frooty6044]

Dr.v can u please suggest best benzoyl peroxide (anything other than face wash😊) for acne which are available in india🌈

[@pasaikoumanneh7742]

Hello Dr V apreciate the good work you doing and i must admit that am in love with your curls and i'd really apreciate it if you would'nt mind sharing the products you use for your curls thank you!

[@vanitarattan]

❤️

[@NeasTube]

Why did you say don't exfoliate dry skin? I thought you said in a diff video that dry, aging skin needs exfoliation of the dead skin cells. So confusing.

[@sweetashh700]

Hello dr v…..can paulas choice moisturiser which has retinol be applied after 2% bha……since I hv very sensitive skin,….thankyou

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@marialissetteneiracuadra8348]

Ohhhh nooo , i was doing exfoliation of my skin in sauna whith the exfoliation bath gloves . My arms got hyperpigmentation.

[@HinaBarkatAliRattani]

Hey Dr V ! I just love your videos , i used the ordinary aha bha once in 10 days for a month and the ordinary vit c 23 percent and after a montH i got acne on lower cheeks 😞 i never had acne before ! I have stopped everything and using oil free cleanser and moisturizer , and erythromycin topical solution on my acne its been 2 months the acne is coming and going !! What to do now

[@jyotipatil3316]

Can you told me anyone 5% lactic with 5% mandalic with humictant + bha face exfoliater indian brand ?

[@malomusende3018]

Hello Dr.V just wondering what you think of Beauty of Joseon bubble toner exfoliator with 3% glycolic and a humectant? I have darker skin and I feel like it works great but I am not sure about my risk in the future. I used to use Paula's 2% but I always felt like my skin felt really irritated no matter what I did

[@shivangisrivastava5966]

Hiiii, would you please suggest good shampoo and conditioners for hair which are available in India ? Thank You for all the advices it has made my skin better . :)

[@SK-xg1ru]

Could you please change your video upload time as the majority of the people in the US won’t be awake to ask questions in the 1 hr timeframe in the comments section 😕I had to set an alarm to wake up and comment here. You are a blessing for soc and Thank you for everything you do! 😄✌️

[@vanitarattan]

Sorry about that

[@leenmillss2086]

Can you recommend anything for body mainly buttock and waist discoloration please x

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely

[@lilikiflu7805]

do I still need to use toner while] using mendelic acid and how many percentage is enough for mendelic ?

[@sabeenahanson426]

So no exfoliation for dry and sensitive skin?? Is that what Dr. V meant?

[@Camilla88888]

Can you please talk about micro current devices like Nuface and Melasma…for skin of color o sensitive skin.

[@vanitarattan]

Sure

[@priyaljain9051]

Can you review khadi natural and Tonymoly products

[@asiaelzein]

❤️❤️ thank you! Can you also do a video on exfoliating the feet

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@belm3243]

Dr V. ..I am 50 and struggling with my skin..hormonal acne just on my chin...I cant work out an anti aging ..hyperpigmentation and acne regime...too many issues. I KNOW! Pls help anyone? SOC family?xx

[@simbulelejezile2107]

Hi Dr V. I hope I'm not out of place. I was wondering if you would recommend Mandelic Acid from The Ordinary?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll review

[@pasaikoumanneh7742]

I watched one of your videos where you admitted that you're not a dermatologist, i wonder what do dermatologist know that you don't, for me you a step ahead dermatologists considering you're a cosmetic formulator and having all this knowledge in dermatology

[@vanitarattan]

🤎

[@bettyausten9533]

I didnt get that part...should a dry skin exfoliate the body or not?

[@saniaasghar3663]

I have a question . Medik8 retinal , pharmaclinix anti agex serum or avene retinal... which would you suggest?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll review

[@shivanirao7296]

Such a delight to learn about various skin conditions and topics from you Dr. V. Thanks for engaging us.

[@rosemothiba5837]

Hi Doc, how do you chemcal exfoliate the body ? do we use an BHA body wash? and how often

[@kathyhatch3670]

Here in Texas I have found that lactic acid attracts mosquitoes.

[@rosythakur1923]

Heloo Dr.V. Wish you well. Could you please do a video for skin care and pigmentation with products available in India. I saw your last videos such as serums for pigmentation but those products are not easily available in India. It will be a huge help for your skin care family in India.

[@vanitarattan]

Yes

[@zuhahani4395]

Hi dr v! I use Alpha arbutin which has Hyaluronic acid in it, as hyaluronic acid should be used on damp skin if I use this formula on damp skin will it affect the potency of alpha arbutin?

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@latreselatrese4179]

I was excited to purchase Paula's choice, but sadly it was a waste of money. Paula's choice caused burning and was sticky after applying. I wiped it off and tried another day and it seems way to strong for my skin and it says to leave on the skin-way to sticky. Waste of money

[@truthserum106]

U never mentioned d concentration of the salicylic acid.. Aha. Plus suggest humectant post exfoliation. Wud b useful if u cud always include Indian brand.

[@lucyayala2681]

Hello I have been struggling with melasma and i don't know if I should even be exfoliating. I'm using urban Rx products. I really want an advice.

[@laydieb1571]

My hands are getting dark spots from all the hand washing and hand sanitizer. How can I prevent this? Thank you.

[@vanitarattan]

I’ll do a video

[@mona938-]

How oftenly we use exflotion for dry mature and sensitive skin?

[@etikapramanik1399]

Plz make video on suganda product..like mandalic acid,body lotion and vitamin c

[@vanitarattan]

Absolutely