ANSWERING COMMON ACNE QUESTIONS: Hormonal Acne, Acne Cleansers, Purging?

[@marshak6717]

lol we don't mind. Have a skin series, we'll watch them all.

[@fffaheddd]

Truuu

[@sweetpea5253]

I'd watch them paint the walls, lol

[@Duckdance5241]

😂😂Thats true..

[@marshak6717]

@@sweetpea5253 I'd watch them watch paint dry lmao

[@claudiaherrera2395]

Hahaha for real🤣🤣🤣

[@California_Nation_Laurent]

Hey Dr. Max and Dr. Shah. PLEASE don't make your vlogs any shorter. You both are so informative and so fun to watch. I don't even suffer from acne and I watched this. When you started to end the vlog, I was like "what?!, it can't be over already, I just started it." and sadly, it was over. You two are awesome, thank you so much for your time and hard work. P.S., If Dr. Max is going to test BPO on his hair, then I think Dr. Shah should do his eyebrows and see if he can reproduce his claim. It's only fair. lol - Love from California.

[@connie6410]

Totally agree. Keep the long videos coming!

[@jacqchurchm2293]

Being a mom that persevered with her daughter over a year with her dermatologist to get her acne and “backne” under control/resolved I can share the joy witnessing my daughter’s self-esteem blossom. Patience is part of the process and taught her that some things take time, persistence and to keep doing things till you get the results you want.

[@titiavandeneertwegh3170]

What a sweet comment! It must be wonderful as a mom to see your daughter feel better in her skin.

[@s.a3099]

Your daughter is blessed to have a mom like you! At 31…I think I’m finally learning the patience thing 😂 and finally sticking to a skin care routine long enough to see a difference without throwing in the towel! I’ve also managed to stick to a weight loss program for six weeks and have lost 10 lbs…all this to say, I wish I would have learned the art of patience when I was a teen! Good things take time. So this experience will take your daughter far in so many areas of life ❤️

[@rochellecooray5831]

I wish I had a mother like u

[@Adi-sm7bs]

I wish my mother was this worried she just doesn’t care an d even said sth that destroys myself esteem. If I ever had a daughter that has problem like mine I promise to be a mother like you.

[@SingingAesthetician]

What is stronger than Spironolactone?

[@yanisk.5925]

You guys are such an important resource for those looking for accurate skincare information. Keep up the good work!

[@jess-i-curr]

Yes! I'm very much grateful for coming across these guys. I follow Dr. Dray and she's great but they put things in a much simpler way. And they way they serve it is fun and light. I love it!

[@carolynrice-davis4525]

@@jess-i-curr , you are absolutely correct. I listen to these guys because I too think they communicate info in very understandable manner!

[@kaciewilliams1693]

I'm almost thirty and never really struggled with acne as a teen but stress, mask-wearing, PCOS treatment changes, and dermatillomania left me with horribly inflamed, painful, sometimes cystic acne. After watching a video of yours, I started Panoxyl (and Cerave healing ointment and hydrocolloid patches) every night and, 4-6 months later, my face is almost 100% clear. Thanks guys. ♡

[@seekingthelight2029]

hey i have dermatilliomania too. i just wondered with the panoxyl, when do you use that in your routine?

[@kaciewilliams1693]

@@seekingthelight2029 hey :) so i bought a facial soap foamer for the panoxyl and i use it as a first step to cleanse at night, then cerave facial lotion, cerave healing ointment, and hyrdocolloid patches. In the morning, I usually just rinse with cold water and then apply cerave facial lotion throughout the day when I feel compelled to pick - it helps me when the pickable areas aren't dry. :) I've also found Ambi cream to work well for dealing with the lingering dark spots.

[@seekingthelight2029]

@@kaciewilliams1693 thank you so much, honestly my skin is just so sore, I've been using cerave for about a week now and its really nice, I just bough panoxyl and god knows I have no idea what to do with it. Thank you so much for your help ❤

[@kaciewilliams1693]

@@seekingthelight2029 Good luck, friendly KZbin stranger! Going through those super sore phases really sucks :C I keep some aloe gel in my fridge for those days - it's very soothing ♡

[@nataliagonzalez4789]

Do you add the patches right after the ointment?

[@Lwhosane]

Please do hormonal video. Pcos over here and I can’t stand it. The facial hair man. I don’t care about anything else but this. Tried electrolysis, and laser (not ipl) I am almost 37 so I don’t think BC is an option for me. I don’t want to go through the bs healthcare crap. Blood work, see a derm see an endo or an obgyn. I’m just annoyed with all of it. I can’t wax or pluck (ingrown hairs). I use retinol but it’s just a bandaide and I can’t keep up with the bumps and the scars.

[@Kit-Kat4L]

Look into your gut health

[@Kit-Kat4L]

I suggest listening to gutsy health

[@piquantement]

Why does your age make you think BC isn't an option for you?

[@iuliiasveshnikova1913]

Ask your dermatologist about Rakuten. My husband had to go through the course, the only thing that actually helped him.

[@Lwhosane]

@@piquantement blood clots? I don’t know. I just thought after a certain age it’s bad

[@malin8408]

I have PCOS, have had really bad acne and gotten help in the past from both my obgyn and my gp. I don’t have as much problems anymore, but I’d love to see an episode dedicated to the skinstruggles that PCOS can give you. And as always, thank you for a great episode ☺️

[@riddhipatel4243]

i love how they just stare at each other when they are talking.

[@PonderAndQuill]

Me too!!

[@alara0475]

It’s so cute 😂

[@camillefaith2005]

Bromance is strong with these two!!

[@ExothermicRxn]

That’s how people normally talk lmao

[@dreamingunicorns5847]

That's called showing respect

[@megankeylock9487]

THE HORMONAL ACNE BIT!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Would love a video on building a routine for hormonal acne, and if possible, some info on medications that are available in Canada, as we in the north have some differing laws around retinoids. Thanks for all this incredible info!

[@mindymiller9255]

So would I! I've never been to a dermatologist but every time I ask a doctor they say it looks like hormonal acne! It's super painful

[@iss8504]

Hormonal acne is often due to high insulin. If spironolactone works, it's insulin that's the real problem. Go keto diet for 6 weeks and see if things get better. My son cured his chronic acne at 22 by going zero carb. I saw that and also did the same thing and miracles, my acne gone in a week, after years on spironolactone. Doctor told me it was hormonal but not why my aldosterone was high. It's insulin that causes this. My blood glucose totally normal but only because higher insulin was keeping it there.

[@naghamaftab6228]

I cured my nodular acne at home cause it was easy getting my hands of stuff

[@IrmaU94]

​@iss8504 no hormonal acne is due to..... hormones... not sugar. My diet doesnt change but my skin is worse the days before period

[@virginiaraffaeli8332]

Don't shorten the videos! They're incredibly informative and the amount of actual scientific info you give us is really really helpful!

[@PonderAndQuill]

I love them. Me PMSing, breaking out and listening to this is like therapy!

[@tyler-qr5jn]

My acne calms down and has signs of totally clearing up, then suddenly it comes right back again and the cycle continues...

[@deadcitypunk]

Same

[@quinnsanford7839]

I used to have the same issue, I’ve noticed that stress with make mine flare back up or if I start eating more dairy.

[@TheBLGL]

Can you get to a dermatologist? I use to have painful cysts, up to the size of a quarter, and once one has freaking ten heads, it was so gross, but since I’ve been using tretinoin the past ten years, it has mostly cleared up, and if I do get a small whitehead once in a while, it goes away quicker. Or, if you live near the Mexican border, you can buy it OTC there (mine is all OTC, from living abroad). Also, make sure you’re using moisturizer! Something unscented like cerave (the lotion, cream will probably be too heavy). They didn’t mention how important that is.

[@tyler-qr5jn]

@@TheBLGL I'm English, Mexican boarder is quite some miles away 😂

[@kateausten904]

@@quinnsanford7839 hi can I ask you do you eat sugar? Recently I started a diet with no sugar nor dairy products but I was wondering if it’s ok to use sweetener or eat fruit, I found it harder to avoid sweet food than foods with dairy

[@Patricia-iz8nn]

Been using adapalene for 2 months, had massive changes, purging, acnes come and go quickly while acne marks slowly heals and planning to add niacinamide on my routine after 2-3 more months for better result. Always wear your sunscreen y'all!

[@myaaisha3147]

I think with adapalene u have to keep using it or ur just going to get more pimples

[@connie6410]

Every time I watch your videos I think about how lucky your patients are to have you as their dermatologists! Thanks for talking about the psychological effects of acne, it's so important and not always considered. Also the bloopers are awesome!!

[@jesicca7710]

Ladies, go get yourself wild chaga elixir and you'll be shocked by the results. Not only that it cleans your skin, but also it makes your hair shiny and healthy within a week! My friend's been using it since September and her skin is glowing, her hair is so shiny, and what's even more crazy it's that her eyes became even bluer. It's totally insane what wild chaga does to you. She also said that her energy is over the roof, never been so focused and motivated, hasn't been sick since she started drinking it. She convinced even me, even tho i don't have any skin issues but i have to feel those other benefits, so i ordered it few days ago. Trust me on this ladies, it will be your best investment ever. One more thing, make sure you buy the real organic wild chaga elixir, not some modified crap.

[@jesicca7710]

@Tech Greed mrraditz has the best chaga!!

[@elsereno4]

You should delete this bot/scam/spam comment

[@rob3rt619]

Hey guys, y’all are probably struggling with something and that’s why you’re watching this. I just wanna say I spent like a year trying different products to treat my acne. And it went away after I just stopped using everything and just stuck to a gentle cleanser and moisturizer once a day. Repair your skin moisture barrier. When you use products it throws of your skin makes it oily or dry. Don’t get caught up trying every product with no results. Take your skin back to its natural state. Drink water eat healthy. Go back to basics. 🙏🏽

[@AutumnHarvest1]

I guarantee that Dr. Shah is right and your hair will turn orange. When you have dark brown or black hair, it will always turn orange before it turns blonde. That's just the way dark hair always lightens. Please don't try it.

[@sidrabutt3584]

Can a benzoyl peroxide cleanser also change the colour of eyebrows???

[@christinacamille6419]

VIDEO IDEA: Can you talk about popping pimples? Like how to safely do it, how dangerous is the triangle zone actually, and how to treat it afterwards so it doesn't get infected? They say don't pop pimples but a lot of my pus-filled pimples get accidentally broken anyway so wouldn't it be safer to directly pop them properly

[@christie4239]

Have you seen those videos of needle extractions? That might be an option For my accidentally popped pimples I used benzoyl peroxide to wash it. Then a witch hazel and cover it with an acne patch like a hydrocolloid acne patch from Nexcare or Hero. It’s been helping my skin not scar and helping the “wound” heal properly by protecting the water barrier of the skin on top of preventing that crusty healing

[@sarahgay4434]

I put a pimple patch over them to protect them from getting accidentally popped.

[@NV09]

Same! Ugh 😩

[@NV09]

@@christie4239 I've heard somewhere that it's better to fully pop off it happens accidentally to get all the pus out but it tends to scar more 😩 can't ever win

[@christie4239]

@@NV09 that’s what the acne patch is for. It helps with the healing process in reducing the scar. Vitamin C and retinol help get rid of the scar as well

[@mylindalovell1201]

Maskne! (Mask + Acne) I am struggling at work to maintain fresh skin. Between an N95 and cloth/paper masks my skin is so dry and clogged. I would love a short video with ideas to try because washing my face in the public bathroom at work isn't really an option.

[@christie4239]

I’ve been using Salicylic Acid face wash from Cerave and Benzoyl Peroxide OT face wash from PanOxyl. Use a travel bottle for work. Also I useWater Wipes Unscented (baby wipes) at work when I can’t make it to the sink. honestly though I use Water Wipes for everything especially when I was sick and preventing nose rashes from tissues. I basically replaced tissues with water wipes. I always have them with me. For the dryness try finding a moisturizer that doesn’t break out your skin (non comedogenic) brands that have been working for me Versed, Cerave, and LaRoche Posay. I use also these capsules that have aloe Vera/vitamin e in them that you cut open and it’s a lotion you can get at target in the pharmacy aisles. Drinking water will also help with that. I know us healthcare workers love coffee/caffeine but get that hydration in. It will change your skin.

[@poisonism]

Would love to see both of you talk about shaving after care/skincare! One beard, one clean shave seems like the perfect combo for getting the full perspective.

[@alexlibby5087]

I’m SO happy y’all touched on PCOS! I have it; I can’t treat it w/ hormones just metformin; and while the other physical symptoms are gone - my acne is a constant struggle. It’s become such a large part of my life and self esteem and the battle with it and the acne (and PIH) is exhausting

[@ashe_3]

I have PCOS too and thanks to this channel I've made some changes to my skincare routine and it has been better. My goal isn't to have amazing flawless skin, just less painful acne that doesn't make me feel insecure.

[@sophiamia3026]

Metformin? My mom takes that medicine since she’s diabetic, can you tell me how it’s helping you with your hormonal acne? I’m so done with my cystic acne caused by my pcos 😫

[@alexlibby5087]

@@ashe_3 my skin has also had a big improvement thanks to their information! The large and painful cystic acne is a lot better, but still prone to breakouts

[@alexlibby5087]

@@sophiamia3026 I have to take it as a treatment for my PCOS as hormones can greatly affect other health conditions I have. Even than I’m currently trying to get off it due to the constant stomach problems (3 years on & it’s still makes me vomit pretty regularly). It helped with my acne somewhat; but I still had to seek help of dermatologists, address my skincare routine, and get religious about it for an acceptable difference honestly

[@siramea]

@@sophiamia3026 The thing about hormones is, they are more closely linked than we really ever thought about. If one is out of whack it affects the others. Metformin can lower insulin and blood sugar levels in women with PCOS, stimulate ovulation, encouraging regular periods and lower the risk of miscarriage. It is not exactly designed for treating PCOS, but because many women with PCOS have insulin resistance, it can be used "off-label" in certain circumstances to encourage fertility and control the symptoms of PCOS.

[@6ixof135]

I would like to see a collaboration with an ophthalmologist on retinoids, the risk of meibomian gland dysfunction, and how to keep topical retinoids out of your eyes (if that’s actually possible).

[@Wagaba-Miller]

You guys saved my skin, I was having non stop acne break outs, tried everything and nothing was controlling the acne until I used the differin gel. I no longer have random breakouts. Thanks a lot ☺️!

[@civbabez22]

Idk why I didn’t listen the first time I saw this vid, but I eventually got fed up with my acne-ridden skin and started Differin. Two words.. Game changer. Thank you both, you’re awesome!

[@jemimakaru]

Thank you for everything you guys to for us. Your friendship is such a joy to watch and I’ve learned a lot from you guys ☺️ so genuine, very informative and all-round good eggs ❤️ lots of love

[@garyz777]

As effective as benzoyl peroxide is for treating my acne, it DOES stain my face; it IS a bleaching agent. I don't know if the cleanser does, but the leave-on definitely does and it's only 2.7%. Over time, it turns the areas of application reddish and takes about a week of non-use to clear. It also stains my towels and my shirts. Even though I think I've washed it off thoroughly before toweling off my hands and face, my colored towels are all bleached. I now use only white towels, hand towels too. I've ruined SO many nice shirts and towels because of benzoyl peroxide. I basically now only wear white and black t-shirts as these colors seem to be most resistant to bleaching and am really careful when taking off my black shirts making sure they don't brush against my face when putting on or taking off. Word!

[@jonah9516]

Honestly don't mind long videos as long as there are timestamps 😊

[@irsyadakmal3777]

True

[@cindycollazo3328]

Your information on PCOS is spot on. I’ve done so much research and gone to many doctors. When I finally found the correct doctors, they’ve said exactly what you’re saying. Keep it up!

[@harry9469]

You guys don’t know how much your videos helped me. I was struggling from Acne from very long time and finally it’s getting better by having a routine and adding active ingredients. Thank you for all the help. ❤️ God bless you both.

[@21taffygirl]

Not only do you two give tons of useful information and tips but I love watching you! You both are funny and play off each other! I always remember Dr. Shah saying he wanted DEWY skin and Dr. Maxfield just laughing at him and with him!! I smile every time I watch you guys!!!

[@LB-ge8ih]

Regarding “hormonal acne,” I’d be curious if there are any differences in treatment for post-menopausal acne. You’d think one of the benefits of menopause would be that you’re past having acne, but nope. In fact, as with so many other things on the body as it ages, it’s still there, just lower. So for those who are looking forward to “the change,” prepare to start getting acne on your jaw and neck. Thanks for that, Mother Nature!

[@Lovelyesquire]

Yep! I’m 50 and can attest to this! No acne for decades and this year I’m breaking out like a teenager!!!!

[@frenchvanilla4]

I have this issue post menopausal acne😪

[@carolinab9964]

I don't care about the length, I truly appreciate the time you put into each video. Knowledge is power y'all!!!

[@Sam-wn1ht]

I have personally experienced that you have to give three months to a product. I followed the advice of Dr. Shah. At the end of two months after using azaelaic acid I was still having pimples. I thought the product was not suitable for me but I continued it to complete thevthree months. At the end of three months, I saw significant improvement.

[@lisawilliams3982]

Which azaleic acid did u use?

[@Sam-wn1ht]

@@lisawilliams3982 I used the azelaic acid 15g (skinoren: brand name) tube availabe at the pharmacy. It is very cheap, so I did not go for the other expensive options.

[@lisawilliams3982]

@@Sam-wn1ht did u actually have to ask the pharmacy for it? Which one. Ty for answering me

[@Sam-wn1ht]

@@lisawilliams3982 yes, I asked for azelaic acid from the pharmacy. I used the one from skinoren brand.

[@lisawilliams3982]

@@Sam-wn1ht ty

[@mysticshadow425]

Good to see this two men in touch with their female side 💁🏻‍♀️💁🏻‍♀️💁🏻‍♀️

[@rhodadadzie7490]

Guys, you have helped me so much. I watched your channel in August and I followed your plan to get rid of acne and ever since I haven't experienced a breakout. Thank you so much keep on doing the good work.

[@Jervisdude]

Don’t mess around with serious acne. You will regret the scaring that occurred with ineffective treatments that have been around forever; salicylic acid and peroxide don’t work. Go at it hard with antibiotics and better yet, a course of accutaine. Before I took accutaine, I had scarring acne and skin that was sopping oily skin. I’d wash it off and ten minutes later I was dripping oil. Accutaine changed all that and got rid of my serous acne permanently .

[@racheltuten30]

I struggled with acne after I hit puberty and all the way through college (some stress related) and I tried everything and nothing worked. Since then I have followed an actual skincare routine (cleansing, treating, and moisturizing) and I have had a significant improvement! I never had the tools or steps to help me out. I would just try one cleanser or one acne treatment, but I wasn’t consistent and didn’t know the ingredients I should use to help my skin. My confidence and self esteem have improved so much 🥰

[@RAMBOANIME687]

I am 20 and nothing is working 🥺

[@urvesh0607]

You are both a hilarious dynamic duo 😂 and of course very intelligent and deliver information in such a great way for us to understand our skin care needs better. I appreciate all the evidence based knowledge you both share with us with each video. Please add a discussion regarding battling maskne and maskne during pregnancy 😫 working night shift I guess my skin will always be out of whack but wearing the masks for 12+ hours has been horrible for my skin for over a year. I hope others can also benefit from your advice on this topics. Thank you 🙏🏼 😊

[@elisa48092]

thank you, is not only to feel pretty, but having pimple make my self esteem lower and first of all, hormonal pimple hurt like hell. Like having a needle under the skin

[@nadinedessa]

I need to take a day off from work and binge watch all your videos. Can’t get enough!

[@Ablueeee]

Great video!! I have PCOS and the combination of tretinoin, removing dairy from my diet and spiro has removed my hormonal acne

[@Jj_86]

What’s spiro? Is that dim

[@Ablueeee]

@@Jj_86 it's a prescription that my derm prescribes

[@michelekoupai]

i finally found dr. maxfield's "shop my shelf" ... you guys are so relaxing to watch and entertaining. love it!

[@aleksandrag-ska]

How are you applying skincare products, especially sun protection, on parts of face with beard? My bf unfortunately grew a beard and he loves it 🥲 so I would love to see a video about face hair care ❤️

[@Tobsimobsitobsi]

Yes, me too!

[@morgianasartre6709]

Doesn't hair protect the skin in that area from the sun anyways the same as on our scalp?

[@tpespos]

Yes this! I have a beard and I don’t know what I should do? Should I apply my moisturizer to my beard?

[@meganz020]

Watch James Welsh, he has a beard and pretty sure has videos on beard care

[@AcaciaBieberLove]

@@morgianasartre6709 no it doesn’t, your scalp can get burned too that’s why you should wear a hat if you’re out in the sun

[@whitepaper5241]

I'm someone who has used both Benzoyl Peroxide leave-on and cleanser. I think the leave-on is much more effective for treating acne. Up to this day, its efficacy at treating acne is incomparable in my opinion, even compared to Azelaic Acid, Adapalene and Tretinoin. The cleanser is a nice thing to have. If your acne is gone and you want to use Benzoyl Peroxide for maintenance, then the cleanser is a good option. It's much less irritating and it doesn't stain the fabric - I mean, my face never bleached anything that it touched when i used the leave-on version, but i know some people have a problem with this.

[@murad1764]

how much minutes did you leave on your face?

[@vaniillary]

After almost 15 years of struggling with acne, the only thing that worked for me was accutane. Life-changer.

[@centric145]

What was your full routine for treating acne?is it true that acne med may cause teeth discolouration ?

[@Josh-fp2qn]

I was 15 and had terrible acne. This was 2004. Accutane was my last hope. Let me tell you that drug kicked the shit out of my acne.

[@AHRead]

Just want to say a MASSIVE thank you for your videos. In my late 20's and I have first developed cystic acne. GP had tried me on laods of different medications which just caused irritation or no effect on my acne. By binge watching your videos and learning, Iv managed to create a skin care routine that has worked! 6 months later I'm almost acne free again. Honestly can't thank you both enough for your videos ♡♡ with love from the UK

[@tacoboutit2929]

What are you using I’m 27 and I have hormonal cystic also I’m not sure what to do

[@vaidehimajithia6260]

I like long videos. There is so much I’ve learnt and included in my own skin care routine. Your videos and all that you share and guide, have so much meaning for people like me who live in very small towns in India. Thank you Doctors 🙏🏽🌹

[@ysabeyya]

People have longer attention spans then you think. I appreciated long form and in depth videos.

[@emily933]

Honestly that topical hormonal treatment is so interesting. I'm against hormonal birth control for myself but I could be open to something topical

[@elissaarana-straker5187]

Dr. Maxfield always looks like he's having the best time, love his vibe!

[@humayraravat]

No video is long enough, hoenstly its worth it. Alot of people enjoy long videos.

[@amcbride5257]

I love the long videos, pls dont shorten, gimme allllllll the info! Also yasssss to the hormonal acne video.

[@kiwiskinny4027]

i’ve been using the panoxyl for my back acne and my skin has cleared so much! It really did take about 3 months for the product to work and for me to see a difference. It really hasn’t helped with my acne scars but the acne itself has cleared so much😭

[@tionne4945]

Someone recently recommended this to be. May I ask what percentage you used (4 or 10) and where you purchased it?

[@brianakeane2826]

Thanks for your thorough content- it's really appreciated! I went to my derm 2 weeks ago for hormonal acne- appt was max 7 minutes and the doctor barely asked questions, talked about none of this for hormonal acne, and just prescribed a bunch of products. I appreciate the Azelaic acid, Clindamycin , Spironolactone but I want to hear more about why this is happening/how to help it, instead of just being pushed meds/topicals. I wish derm appts weren't so rushed. I'm better off watching your YoutTube channel at home than paying a $60 copay to see the derm for 7 mins.

[@gtfoitsana]

You guys have the best content for dermatology related questions and each video is packed with information. I’m sure these long videos empower a lot of people, like me, to take action to safely experiment and reach out to professionals when needed! The editing style of these videos are also hilarious so it definitely keeps me staying until the end credits

[@margrethlodvers6246]

My all time favourite channel on youtube! Love you guys! These videos are so informative and FUN to watch! 😊 I wish I had your channel when I was a teenager dealing with severe acne. Thank you so much for mentioning PCOS and spreading light on it as someone who has it, I appreciate it so much. ❤

[@laurasignorelli505]

What about post-pill hormonal acne? Would be amazing if you could cover this in your future hormonal acne video! I was on the pill for 10 years, been off for a full year and my skin is still an absolute mess 😞

[@lolgeselle]

Hey girl this has been happening to me too!! Any update ? Advice ?

[@TheCiamarie]

I feel this. It took almost 2 years for my body to find balance. I do have PCOS as well.

[@shasharlene]

Following this.

[@mindymiller9255]

I feel that. I was on the pill in high school and after I stopped I got acne on my cheeks and I was told by my doctor it was hormonal acne. :(

[@planesg3993]

I came off in feb 2021 and I’m still struggling with it!

[@henrythomas7112]

Usually, I never comment on videos but your video is so convincing that I never stop myself to say something about it. You’re doing a great job , Keep it up.

[@Nanona6]

I’d kindly like to request a video about “preventive botox”. Does it really have the ability to PREVENT wrinkles at all? Are there scientific studies?

[@Missmethinksalot1]

The literal icing on the cake is the editimg and sfx

[@Tani1392]

I’m here for the frosted tips look. Let’s make it happen lol

[@padmagopalakrishnan5416]

This video deserves million views!!! ❤.

[@meiling57]

I’ve always had break outs once in awhile during menstrual periods. But this year, after staying home for more than an year. I realised I started having hormonal acne around my jawline which hurt. I tried salicylic acid (Paula) and retinoid 0.3% (ordinary). I’ve definitely seen improvement for the past two months but they are so stubborn and I’ll have a few big ones and a few little bumps every month which is just plain painful. :( Thanks so much for the information. Will def consider seeing a dermatologist when I can!

[@maika9659]

My sister had a great result with 10% niacinamide serum after 6months of her using it. So I was encouraged to try the product too. Knowing my skin got really sensitive, I first tried the 5% niacinamide serum, and the 30 ml last for just 1 month of usage for me. I find it nice because there is no noticeable purging that occurred, and I noticed the small dark spots got lightened. So I next bought the 60ml of 10% niacinamide serum then after a month I also tried adding 1% retinol serum gently in my night routine. And now, I can see the purging. Sometimes I feel discouraged to continue using it but I learned in this channel to be patient. And of course, I don't want my money spent to go to waste so I will still continue to use it until it is all consumed regardless of the result. XD

[@kelly._.wagle11]

My dermatologist recommended panoxyl with a retinol for my acne and I saw a really good benefit within a few months. Just stick with it :)

[@dararithkith991]

How do u use it?

[@dewolafromisaleekotv3011]

How do you use pls?

[@geraldineseva7159]

After you wash panoxyl you put deffirin gel ?

[@Juliaelara91]

Where were you like 10 years ago. You guys are awesome I can’t get enough!!

[@Wuffskers]

I've thought about using other BP washes but PanOxyl's cheap price point really can't be understated especially considering in my experience it does work well.

[@ashleyhatfield1818]

Video Suggestion: When to actually go to the dermatologist? And when is it a "try to get a skin check every x years but if you're low risk and a month late it's fine" and when is it "get the first available appointment with the first available derm you can find"?

[@janeonabbq]

Love your videos, guys! So grateful to have evidence based skincare from doctors who aren’t pushing an agenda. You said you love hearing personal experience from watchers - wanted to let you know my purging from adapelene (Differin) took 4 months! I was just about to give up because so much literature says 3 months max. I’m glad I stuck it it, it really changed my life.

[@kellys4879]

I hope you both know how thankful I and others are for all your help! I truly can’t thank you enough. Your advice has been life changing. THANK YOU!! You’re also both adorable and hilarious. You’re the best!

[@hoosieraussis1]

I used benzoyl peroxide for years and it never bleached my hair, although it ruined many shirts and towels. I used regular 3% hydrogen peroxide as a toner (desperate attempt as a teen) and my hairline became bleached within a couple of weeks!

[@Kimberly__Klein]

Sulphur is the ticket! Been using it for over 30 years. I have not seen another Drs youtube ever mention it. You guys are great!

[@paolandre]

What product do you use?

[@EveaGornall]

Could you do a video on birth control and hormonal acne? Which types of BC works best, which ones might make it worse, etc… Thanks!

[@astracey1]

Yes, this! I feel almost positive the BCP that my pharmacy switched me out on (bc it's supposedly the same exact pill) is the cause of my sudden acne issues. I did not have much hormonal acne as a teen, and throughout life, I've only had normal acne from time to time, now I'm getting 1-4 pimples at a time. As soon as they clear up, it will only be about a week before they start coming back again. I finally figured out it had to be the BCP switch, I started researching & tons of peep said they were switched on the same & that's when they started having acne issues as well. They just sent me the original one so I'm hoping that fixes it. It's driving me insane.

[@xduo4050]

Omg a new video on my day off, what a treat 😍😍

[@thomasknight815]

I’m with Dr maxfield on this one, been using 5% benzoyl peroxide leave-on for years now. Put it over my facial hair and no bleaching at all

[@l4ibamahmood]

same it doesn’t bleach anything for me lol

[@mairanizam9331]

You guys are super helpful 😭 I don’t mind listening to you guys talk science for hours!!

[@tylahchante]

I am super excited for the orange hair. Please do this lol

[@hollyw9566]

I like these videos so much that I, a sixty year old woman who doesn't have acne and is fortunate enough to have never had acne, is watching this video. When I have other things I should be doing.

[@SA28583]

I have a dream that you both say lets go at the same time

[@mirandada6457]

Your video editors are so adorable!

[@allissa9802]

I just started an actual skin care routine a few weeks ago and I’ve noticed my skin has been so much worse than before (to be expected), but this really explained what was going on and what to expect. I can’t wait to see where my skin will be a few months from now. Thank you for this!!

[@user-cz3sh3dx1w]

hello, any update? how's your skin?

[@allissa9802]

@@user-cz3sh3dx1w Hey! So I’ve been trying to keep up with the routine face wash at night and in the morning. However I’ve definitely slacked off on using Differin. I mainly used it because I have blackheads that never go away no matter what I do. But it was making my skin dry and kind of sore, so I started using it once every couple days. Now I forget to use it at all. I’m not the best person to give a report on differin. But I highly suggest CeraVe face wash (I use the foaming one) and am/pm lotion! ETA: My skin is about as clear as it was to begin with (I don’t get many breakouts, some here and there), but I do notice my face being less oily than before. That’s a huge plus, even if I still battle my blackheads.

[@doomdesire3460]

@@allissa9802 Differin sits well on my face after 4 months

[@mariatmrz]

Just came accross the channel. I learned so much in this video, it felt illegal not to subscribe. Thank you guys. 🥺

[@lou9123]

Noo don't make the videos shorter! It's way easier to learn about skincare (which is a very very large topic) if you have fun doing so! And you both make it very enjoyable so please, do continue! As long as there are time stamps so we know where to go if we want to, it's all good.

[@lazyninja711]

i've had acne my entire life all over my body only to discover 35 years later that i was allergic to the gluten in my products. i radically removed all products from my home containing gluten and i no longer have acne.

[@debrajean743]

I don't have acne, I'm just here for the sexy Doctor show :-))))))) And don't worry about your videos being long......the longer the better!!

[@jaer492]

So glad I started binging your vids this week before placing my sephora order

[@TheOnlyCoolOne1]

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[@daniellatincaniueki175]

Combining AHA with retinoids? For someone who has been comfortably using adapalene, azelaic acid and niacinamide nightly for more than one year but still has texture, would it be okay to add a later of glycolic acid a couple of nights a week?

[@jessicakrenz9724]

You two are amazing! Absolutely love how informative all of these videos are. As someone who has struggled with acne for quite a while now, always struggled with one thing specifically. So, whenever I got anything prescribed by a dermatologist, they would mostly not know themselves how exactly it's supposed to be used. So, my dermatologist would give me something like epiduo forte which is very strong, without any explanation on how to use it and then were surprised when my skin became red and sensitive and was peeling (I heard similar stories from different derms as well). Could you guys do an explanation of all the acne medications that are prescribed and a step by step on how to use them (on the daily weekly and monthly outlook) like how to introduce the product correctly etc. (specifically asking for Epiduo but also duac acne)

[@adrianacollado316]

Could you please do an anti aging for acne prone video? I've always been very scared of putting anything in my face due to acne, but I'd love to start an anti aging routine. Also, which PSF would you recommend for acne prone skin? Thanks! Awesome video

[@Wazzaaap]

Love the longer videos! Keep them coming 😀

[@teletubbiestunetwister9570]

Since the first time I asked for a sulphur video last fall to today, my sulphur use has decreased because my skin has healed so much... from using a good routine, which included sulphur several times a week in the beginning to now being used once a week, if that, just_in_case_it_was_the_key_to_preventing_my_acne. Would still love to learn what you have to say about it though. :D

[@kristaolsen6236]

Just recently discovered your channel and your videos are SO helpful. This video answered so many questions I've been having recently. Thank you so much!

[@haleyprater5303]

Loved this video! Thank you for talking about hormonal acne. I have a question for you all. I was diagnosed with endometriosis in June and since my OBGYN recommended that I take my birth control for several months before having a cycle I've noticed that my face is flaring up with acne and texture. Do you think that taking the birth control four months in a row is causing this? I always learned that birth control was supposed to help acne. Thank you both so much!! Love your channel 🥰

[@daleymusings]

Hi Dr. Max and Dr. Shah! Appreciate all the great content! Videos are not too long! Started Adapalene over four months ago as an anti-aging solution - rarely had acne - but the purging period was dreadful for over four months and painful acne - so just made appointment to see dermatologist - feels like hormonal acne but didn’t start until I started adapalene -

[@BubblyViolin11]

I think y'all need a spreadsheet or a list of vids you want to do and have promised to do to keep track of all the content. lolol

[@SSandKKMom]

THANK YOU! I have been waiting to hear y’all speak of how cleansers with actives work with leave ons. 👏🏻

[@couscousandhumus]

Can acne be related to nutrition (dairy, sugar, fat)? And what are the reasons that acne sometimes returns after a course of accutane, even several years after? Also, can supplements break you out? (my personal experience is that hair supplements containing biotin *might* be breaking me out). PS: I love your data driven approach and sound advice! Keep it up!

[@chlbo9763]

I can't say for certain but In my experience with hormonal acne, dairy and sugar effects it a lot. When I have phases of eating lots of sugar and dairy, I think especially because of the hormones in dairy, I have acne flare ups on my chin. I have reduced my dairy intake but my hormonal acne hasn't completely gone. I'm going to start using a stronger cleanser that has salicylic acid in it as wearing a face mask all day, I get sweaty and really oily along my T zone and chin.

[@chlbo9763]

I did also try biotin supplements a couple months ago and it made my acne a lot worse

[@kateausten904]

@@chlbo9763 Hi please can you tell me if I can use some alternative for sugar, some sweetener or eat fruit? I’ve recently completely cut out sugar and dairy, but I find it hard to not eat sweets 😔

[@chlbo9763]

@@kateausten904 sweeteners are a good option if you like them, I personally don't, so whenever I crave something sweet I try to have something that has little sugar in them. I tend to eat dark chocolate if I crave chocolate as there is less milk and it's also contains magnesium. I also drink a lot of tea so if I start wanting sugar I occasionally add a natural honey to sweeten my tea. Also eating fruits which are sweet like apples is a good option. Although blueberries aren't sweet I try to eat them as they appear to help my acne as well. And although changing my diet and eating better has helped my acne quite a lot, I do still find that diet doesn't completely stop me from getting hormonal acne. So recently, along with a healthy diet I have started taking a vitamin B complex which is also significantly helping with my acne as well as a healthier diet. My acne is clearing up a lot and I find that I am focusing more on treating acne scars more then anything now although I do still get the occasional spot, my acne has definitely improved a lot by doing these things.

[@kateausten904]

@@chlbo9763 thank you a lot for the reply! I also find vitamin B helpful

[@archanajethy]

Hi Doctors - Your videos are very informative with genuine recommendations. Please make videos on the benefits of facials and bleach which are very common with South Asian communities.

[@Emmiiillyyy]

What are your thoughts of using Diluted apple cider vinegar to treat acne? I have used it for years and diluted it with water so it is not as harsh and use it to help with any bad bacteria and as a toner. It has been the only thing that helps my acne stay at bay and is my holy grail (I have tried many products over the counter and RX and nothing has impressed me as much as APC). Would love to know your thoughts.

[@Emmiiillyyy]

@@jenifercheck I have been doing it for years and apple cider vinegar has helped my skin compared to anything over the counter or prescription products. I use it as needed i do not use it every day. It is my favorite acne treatment (: . Benson peroxide has made my acne worse and I dont ever want to use it again. Apple Cider Vinegar is my holy grail

[@mark_alvarez]

THIS DUO is a blessing. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤