Gentle Chemical Exfoliation for Sensitive Skin

[@OO-ct4hq]

Hi, just a little experience of mine for some of these products: Acid Duo Cleanser: Really nice texture, nice cleansing, bad smell, high drying level. Acid Duo Cream: Watery-slimey texture, bad smell, very fast results, i could only use it twice a week because more is irritating for me. Using it on my foot with Mugwort Cream and it even helped peeling the FOOT SKIN. Shook Daily Softening Water: The safest exfoliator i've ever used, no smell, 500 mL so i felt like i'm opening a bottle of ice tea lol, suitable for daily usage, really softens my skin, not very noticible effects if you don't have sensitive skin. BHA Liquid: This is an IT product for me, I'm using this once or twice a week but i think it helps my skins purging because pimples are really deep. Helps healing of pimples, feels like my skin is softer and less bumpy. Blackheads are slowly disappearing. Maybe a little bit disturbing smell but only for seconds. Good luck :)

[@brookspa94]

THANK YOU for sharing your experience with all these! I definitely know I can trust Kelly’s knowledge & experiences, but since everyone’s skin is different, hearing specifics of others experiences is also very helpful! Hugs 2U!😊

[@m.younis9849]

Thanks bro for sharing 👍🏿

[@alexnowaka4391]

Hey I hope you are doing good I was going to buy the by wishtrend cleanser but now I’m doubting could you please tell me more about it pleaseee🥺 Thank you in advance

[@OO-ct4hq]

@@alexnowaka4391 What's your skin type and expectations from a cleanser?

[@sandraschiller]

I really really like and appreciate your videos! You give very complex reviews/details/alternative options and I love that you don't talk trash about product just because it didn't work for you. A conversation with you about skincare would probably be extremely interesting and informative! Keep up the good work!

[@tojin]

Isntree's 8% Clear Skin AHA Essence is amazing. Effective yet gentle, my fav AHA treatment by far. Contains right concentration of the right type of AHA to me; 4% glycolic acid & 4% lactic acid.

[@LotusXiao]

I have it too but I'm neutral about it hahaha. It's a bit sticky and has a weird smell.... But it's okay... Can you enlighten me more since I stopped using it for three weeks now hahaha

[@ajengyf]

Benton Aloe BHA 👏👏👏 it's my first exfolliating toner, the only toner that contains Snail Mucin but somehow it didn't broke me out, really love the formulation! I really love how gentle yet effective this toner is! Thank you Kelly for introducing me to this product! 💕

[@TSauers09]

Kelly, I just have to tell you how much I appreciate your thorough and detailed reviews. I can tell you put a lot of work into it and it really makes every video captivating for me! you’re a great storyteller as well! Thank you so much, as someone with sensitive rosacea skin, your gentle approach to skincare resonates with me and so far I’ve purchased the MISSHA Artemesia Time Revolution essence per your recommendation and it’s been amazing!

[@paigelilyxx]

I’ve been waiting for this video, thank you! I need to try the acid duo cream. I’d love to see a video about your experience with using azelaic acid!

[@thelmb.9896]

Thank you Kelly! You’ve taught me so much... I’m approaching 8 weeks of repairing my moisture barrier. I removed all fragrance alcohol and chemicals from my routine and incorporated hydration ceramides fats and cholesterol and my skin has definitely improved! However, it seems to have come to a halt and was just thinking of slowly bringing back a chemical exfoliant! When you do these great informative and comparative videos, would you be able to include a quick note on when and where you would apply this in your routine order? Thanks again Kelly!!

[@jennal4831]

Glad to know that you like the toners I used as well! The Benton Aloe BHA toner and the By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid Prep Water are so gentle yet effective. 💕

[@TheDearyayah]

Do you use both on alternate days?

[@kate.m8499]

So happy to see the Benton Aloe toner made it to your list. It's my fav toner ever because of all the reason you mentioned. I'm on my third bottle now!

[@AS0398]

I’ve been really considering this! How often do you find you can use this weekly? I’m planning on using it 4-5 times a week but not sure if that’s too extreme!

[@kate.m8499]

@@AS0398 no, it is not too extreme at all. The BHA percentage is low. Every other day should be fine. Plus with the Aloe and snail mucin, it is very soothing.

[@AS0398]

@@kate.m8499 Thank you so much! I've read somewhere that the pH level is not acidic enough on the Benton Aloe BHA toner for the salicylic acid in the toner to effectively exfoliate and the toner works more as soothing rather than soothing and exfoliating? Have you noticed good exfoliation with its use?

[@kate.m8499]

@@AS0398 i have very dry skin, and any form of BHA would further dry up my skin. However I do have some blackheads on my nose sometimes, and this is where I used this toner. And it works. But If you are looking for true BHA, this won't be it.

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Kelly I use azelaic acid instead of AHA's etc. I have rosacea and eczema prone skin and although I use azelaic acid primarily for it's anti inflammatory benefit, it also provides smoothing of texture and brightening benefits. The other thing i use is snail filtrate which naturally has a small amount of glycolic acid in it's formulation. I can't use anything with an acidic ph (2 -4ph) which AHA's and BHA's need to be to function optimally. I get most of my cell turnover though from my retinoid and the combination of these things mean I don't need any other exfoliation. I don't use scrubs. but i may try a powder wash with enzymes if i need any extra exfoliation in the Winter. Best wishes.

[@ILYATRAGER]

Thanks!

[@mayramedina8535]

What really works for me is using acids in the form of gentle face wash. Slower contact time, really helps exfoliate, but way less irritation because it doesn’t have long contact times with my skin. Once I rinse the wash I go in with mugwort toner and a nice thick moisturizer. For reference I have very sensitive reactive skin :).

[@vanefreja86]

Which one do you use? :)

[@samyuktharamesh26]

I've heard of another one but havent seen a lot of people talk about it, it's the Jumiso Yes I'm Toner 5% AHA, and seems pretty gentle based on what little reviews i've seen online. I would love to see you review the brand Jumiso as a whole!!

[@jenlauren143]

I do enjoy the By Wishtrend acid duo cleanser but the hibiscus duo acid cream was too irritating for my skin. Generally I don’t do well with BHA’s , salicylic acne, but I get along well with AHA’s and LHA’s so I’m glad to see some recommendations in here that contain those ingredients and him and I may need to give them a try.

[@milipedreros1884]

I like the neogen wine and lemon pads

[@zahrah7520]

I had quarantine acne so I used the cosrx bha every two nights. My very resilient skin LOVES it

[@lavayuki]

I just use those peeling gels for exfoliation, and have tried the Mizon AHA/BHA Toner which I think was very very low %, and also a powder enzyme cleanser

[@titasbf]

Hi! Have you tried the COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Daily Toner? Is it a good option for starting out? Btw I really like your videos! 😊

[@scray00]

AMEN to the “sometimes you just need average “. It’s so true 😂 I feel this especially when I’m doing skin rescue (usually from over exfoliating). I also know ,for me on the east coast, they’re good for transitioning from season to season.

[@taintedlife2618]

Kelly, my skin has been acting up in quarantine. I’ve always had breakouts here and there but nothing dramatic. I’m 43. My skin has been irritated on my forehead especially. It’s like I have some pimples that haven’t quite come to the surface. Not how my acne usually behaves. I’ve simplified my products. And I want to start exfoliating again but not sure if I should wait. Also I’m gonna try curology. It’s time for tretenoin.

[@nfischer7854]

Lovely video as always. AHA’s and Vitamin C do not agree with my skin at all. I find the Benton Aloe Bha gentle enough for daily use but bi-weekly I use the Cosrx Power liquid (you forgot to list it). Please make a video on body care! My back and shoulders are constantly clogged 😭 I’m currently using the Ordinary Glycolic acid toner and Cerave SA cream but I’m curious about K-beauty options.

[@MC-ko2mx]

Some really great picks here, Kelly! Low and slow is definitely the best option. I'd rather be cautious, than go too fast, and wreck my skin barrier.

[@CarrCab]

I use Stratia's Soft Touch AHA on the nights I don't use tretinoin. And, being a man, I shave almost every day, so that's physical exfoliation to my lower face and neck. I use Vanicream's Shave Cream, and I wash my face with a gentle cleanser (Aveeno Calm + Restore) both before and after I shave.

[@milipedreros1884]

I have the white version of the huge klairs toner and love it. I also love the benton bha aloe one, the only downside is that you have to use it in six months, mine went bad at a quarter to finish the bottle, but its a great product.

[@L_San87]

Kelly, my Kelly 😆 always with the goodies, the ones we need and want to hear about. I learned the hard way to also go slowly with my chemical exfoliation. I use wishtrend mandelic acid and I also use TO granactive retinoid emulsion, both very gentle and they work as a charm, they need time but make my skin glow. BTW, another amazing advice I got from you was the artemisia essence from missha, I am inlove with mugwort and my skin found it's holy grail! Thank you so much! Also loving the Illiyoon ato ceramide cream. You Kelly are a gem 💎

[@brunette3cookie]

Glad to know I'm not the only one that can't tolerate AHAs at all, even mandelic acid. My skin isn't sensitive and is on the dry side, which is the weird thing. I LOVE the Cosrx BHA, the AHA was such a bad move for my face. I hope someone comes out with a PHA active, since all the slots of my routine are already full.

[@jackiek4159]

I love your videos and how you explain everything in detail! Thank you! 🙌🏻💞

[@mahwishkhan8303]

which one ia best for beginner with dry to combination and sensitive skin type to get rid of blackhead, whitehead, acne and acne scar 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢plzz reply....

[@queencara]

I love BHAs (currently using the COSRX BHA Power Liquid) and enzyme powder face washes (currently using the IsNtree Spot Saver Mugwort Powder Wash).

[@sarahm627]

Thank you so much Kelly for your videos. They are always so informative and I am excited to go on my skin journey while watching your videos 💕

[@milipedreros1884]

Ohh yesss also love the mandelic acid one, does tingle though but helps with texture, yassss

[@SaraHungary]

Right now I am using the By wishtrend Enzyme Powder Wash for 2 times a week, but I am really eyeing the Acid Duo Hibiscus cream :)

[@oceanbird.]

I'm so excited to try the cosrx bha liquid! I've been thinking about trying it forever but I've been a bit scared of it with such sensitive skin and having bad exfoliating experiences. I'm really glad to hear your experiences with these products since it gives me more confidence to get exfoliating again. I also use azelaic acid since I have rosacea, but I need some extra bha power for my nose and chin area for sure

[@plunkybug]

I’ve had irritation with the exfoliating products I have tried but I feel like maybe I need *some* mild exfoliation to help with products sinking in better. But with the stinging, I have been told to stay away from all exfoliating products, that my barrier might be compromised. But I’m not showing any improvement in my skin or sensitivity and I question if my barrier is really damaged or not, and if it’s just sensitive. I’d like to try the Stratia liquid gold in the essentials kit, but it cones with the exfoliating product in addition to the cleanser. I’m sure the cleanser will be fine, but unsure if the exfoliating product will be, despite being promoted as gentle with mandelic acid.

[@Abdullah-yr4tv]

Love this video, for the past 4-5 months I started to focus a lot more on gentle exfoliation and I am loving the results, and my skin isn't irritated. One odd thing about the By Wishtrend Acid Duo Hibiscus 63 Cream is that although I agree with all your points about it, it is one of the only products that sensitize my skin and make it itchy and "burny" (the other product is the SK-II treatment lotion but not not as bad as this). I do use the acid-duo cleanser every other day and it never sensitized me and feels like a normal cleanser. Could this be that I may be reactive to something in this cream? Because my skin is very tolerant and I've used much stronger exfoliants, vitamin C, and tretinoin in the past and non of them felt like this. P.S. Your hair looks so good in this video!

[@brookspa94]

Another OUTSTANDING video! Once again Kelly, THANK YOU for sharing all your honest & unbiased research/work, knowledge, experiences, etc... with all of us! You’re passion is obvious! With your passion & your being blessed with the gift of being a GREAT teacher, I’m/we’re blessed to have found YOU! You’ve taught me so MUCH, & I’m so GRATEFUL! Sending you Hugs, 🙏🏻, & 🥰

[@pellematura]

Could you make a video on the beat hydrating toners for dry sensitive skin please?

[@maaonni5791]

I love Stratia mandelic acid. Honestly, I hate the texture of this product. It is too viscosity. But it is the most gentle but still effective acid that I ever try. It does not irritate my skin at all. The only exfoliation than does not dry my comedones or make them angrier and painful. Hate the texture but will buy it again.

[@amyanswers9438]

Thank you for the video , i was hesitant between the benton bha toner and the cosrx one , i think i will go with the cosrx bha toner , amazing video

[@same5640]

Do you think the purito centella unscented serum would be a good option for acne and rosacea prone skin? Btw love your videos

[@vanessamalik1102]

Hi Sam E, I have adult acne with rosacea-prone skin and would recommend the Purito Centella Unscented Serum. I'm really enjoying it & have already repurchased. It really helps calm my redness & soothe irritation. I'm also using it to heal a burn on my hand.

[@same5640]

Vanessa Malik thanks for responding i’ll give it a try then

[@stephanierigby325]

I love this product for my dehydrated acne prone skin.

[@jerminelim3870]

hi kelly! i’m just wondering which exfoliator i should get if i’m just a teen that has never used chemical exfoliant before but do get blackheads on my nose and clogged pores on my chin!

[@joy7367]

I use both the wishtrend mandelic acid and the cosrx bha, depending on if my skin needs some unclogging or some brightening. I also tend to use the aha one or two days before the bha because I feel like clearing the surface before going deep into the pores helps to avoid pimples when I 'm doing the bha deeper cleaning. You got me to really want to try the hibiscus cream though because it seems like it combines both my concerns, and I already always mix aha with my cream, because I let it work for about 20 minutes and it would dry out my skin otherwise

[@TheDearyayah]

So how many times do you exfoliate in a week? Can you elaborate on your exfoliating routine?😂

[@joy7367]

@@TheDearyayah I don't really have a set routine actually, it really all depends on how my skin is doing at a given point... if it's congested and with lots of clogged pores or pimples I'd use BHAs, and if it feels a bit rough, almost like there's a layer of dryness that keeps hydration from penetrating the skin, is when I use AHAs. I'm also trying out a vit C serum at the moment so I try not to use them too much. usually before or around my period is when my skin is the most unbalanced and when I tend to use exfoliating products more, up to 3 times in a week I'd say, sometimes just targetting the areas with pimples. and sometimes my skin is thriving without this help so I can go without exfoliating for the whole week

[@ashleywilliamson427]

Hey Kelly! I really love your videos! They're very informative and I feel like I should be taking notes😂

[@KellyDriscoll]

So glad you enjoyed it! ❤

[@misstuky6499]

Kelly I've been using tretinoin for 2 months now, just tretinoin, niacinamide and an antibiotic (sorry, can't remember the name) Is not from the brand you used because I'm in the UK and here is Dermatica who is basically offering the same thing you had. It recommends, if anything to use a vitamin c serum in the morning but my skin before had reacted badly to it (maybe the percentage was too high, I don't know) Which one would you recommend?? And when you think I can start using chemical exfoliation?? And which one would you recommend?? Thanks

[@martinmoore8216]

Great exploration of the topic. Much appreciated.

[@seraphinasenkmuller7792]

I'm using the ABP Triple Synergy liquid as my first bha since a few month now and while I haven't noticed the smell, I do feel like it's a little weak against really severe pimples. It helps a lot with my nose blackheads tho so I'm not complaining. Once it's done, I'll probably try the Cosrx blackhead thingy

[@maninderdhaliwal92]

Is Benton aloe toner suitable for oily acne prone sensitive skin?

[@zehrabenli4169]

I love your videos so much. They are very effective, please keep doing this! Love you

[@ILYATRAGER]

Hi Kelly how do you feel about BOJ AHA/BHA toner with green plum extract?

[@margaretkwon]

Great video! I bought Benton Aloe Bha Toner, super excited to try it! Would love to see a video from you about affordable fragrance and essential oil free moisturizers for different skin types :)

[@margaretkwon]

@Sundara Daya This is great! A lot of products just dry me out, so I hope this one helps.

[@rashasarandah1695]

margaret kwon has it helped?

[@margaretkwon]

@@rashasarandah1695 I am still waiting for it to arrive :)

[@flowers.967]

Kelly I would love for you to review Isntree TW real Bifida Ampoule. Great video as usual ❤💛

[@mariakatsikani2799]

I prefer mild peeling gels (during the afternoon once to twice a week), since I use azelaic acid in the morning and tretinoin at night. The only k beauty peeling gel I have used so far is the purito bha one with betaine salycate. I strongly dislike peeling toners, since the sting and go all over the place (close to the eyes, eyebrows, mouth)

[@genisisk]

kelly!! i love your videos so much they're so informational and i love how you explain each product it really helps me to decide which one i should try for my skin type/concerns thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

[@pinkysrivastava4133]

What about the Cosrx AHA 7 Power Liquid? I have sensitive skin but it was the only chemical exfoliant available so I purchased it 😶

[@josefinalangevin1744]

Exactly what I was needing!!!! 😍😍😍 thanks Kelly 🥰🙌🏻💛

[@kamandm6012]

i was looking for some exfoliating products😍 thank you❤️

[@janemagistrado8577]

Would love if you could make a video for beginners or teens who are dealing with acne or just want to start to build their skincare routines. I find your videos educational and entertaining at the same time. Keep it up sweetie 💖

[@maliahitch]

Love Asian skincare but nothing I've found compares to Sunday Riley Good Genes for exfoliation but it's so gentle and soooo effective. No irritation

[@catharinaazalea2772]

Hi, can we use expoliating toner everyday?

[@crissyanderson6495]

Thank you so much for this video! I have dry, sensitive skin with redness! I'm having a difficult time putting a routine together or whether finding products that work! I was prescribed by my dermatologist tretinoin 0.05% which I've been on for 3 month so I'm trying to pick products around that. What would you recommend? Thanks again and I love your videos 😍

[@ayyc15]

I really needed this vid Kelly thank you! I need advice 😩 I normally use The Ordinary AHA/BHA peeling solution for deep exfoliation and the 7% glycolic acid sometimes so my skin is pretty resilient! But as I’ve got older I’ve gotten more PIH and I’ve read that AHAs aren’t great for it 😭 what would you recommend?? I want something that I can still see effects from 😭❤️

[@faisalliaqat610]

You can try a retinol. I’d recommend starting with over the counter adapalene at the concentration of 0.1% maybe? Or you could get a prescription for tretinoin as well. It usually takes a few months to see results with a retinoid but I would recommend you to continue using it and applying a good thick moisturizer afterwards since it could dry out the skin. However, I am just speaking from my experience and i think you should research on retinol and see if it works for your PIH scars :)

[@ayyc15]

@@faisalliaqat610 I use the ordinary Granactive retinoid emulsion! im not sure UK has tret :/

[@faisalliaqat610]

annachanaaa oh I see. I just wanna ask, are the PIH scars you got from recent breakouts or breakouts from several months ago? If they’re from recent breakouts then it’s important to stop using the product that’s making you break out and focus on products that repair your moisture barrier instead.

[@rashasarandah1695]

So I use Tretinoin at night so I really want to try the Benton Aloe BHA toners spring I have to use in the mornings. However I use a topical antibiotic for acne and vitamin c serum in the morning so I wonder if I can still use the Benton toner too? Should I skip the vitamin c when I use it or are they ok to use in the same routine?

[@danielamerino2470]

Great video and recommendations! I know I’m so scared of high percentage chemical exfoliants ! Before I got into K beauty I used to use the ordinary and other brands and I ruined my skin barrier I’m too sensitive lol 😂

[@rs008]

I have sensitive acne prone combination skin..and i used purito abp synergy liquid last night and after 30mins used my niacinamide serum and cosrx rice mask. my skin was good but in the morning it became too dull, my pore got larger !!! what should i use after exfoliation? how long i have to put it? please someone help if you know🤕 WHAT TO DO...

[@josephine5955]

Hey Kelly! Loved this video. I’m acne prone and tretinoin has helped so much but with masks and maskne it feels like I need something else extra. I just got Stratia Soft touch. Have you tried it?

[@EzraSprouts]

Let us know how you get on with Soft Touch! I've been considering it myself - like Kelly AHAs are usually too harsh for me, but this one has some gentle buffering ingredients that I hope could help

[@pazrodriguez8068]

Do you recommend the Benton BHA AM or PM ?

[@loinsberry]

New subscriber here, love this video! Can’t wait to watch more of your content 💓

[@sandraschiller]

Oh and btw, what would you think about a video regarding best cruelty free options for different types of products? Especially first treatment essences, I am having a hard time finding a cruelty free one, I even consider using the purito Fermented Boosting Essence as a first essence, what do you think? Thanks in advance! Xo

[@silentscreenvamp]

Yes, please! BTW, Neogen is cruelty-free and have an excellent fermented first essence.

[@raviraabhardwaj8732]

Hi kelly I just wanna know that the glutathione in rovectin LHA ampoule is safe or not ? Love your videos ❤️

[@kimyoo-bin542]

I'm 19.. I've oily sensitive acne prone skin.. I've been suffering acne spot, dark spot, pigmentation uneven tone.. Which serum/ essence & moisture should i use???? Vitamin c doesn’t suit me

[@nfischer7854]

Johora Suraiya Hey, try in the day time Benton Green tea toner, IUNIK Tea tree Serum and the Skin and Lab Medica Calming cream. Night time try the Cosrx BHA power essence , Taim Vita B5 Serum and the Skin and Lab Medica Cream. Don’t forget sunscreen!

[@quickmealss]

Help! Since they are all gentle, can I use all of them at the same time? Like one after the other?

[@swatisharma8525]

Kelly talking about wishtrend 2% gel cleanser and me worried about my recent purchase of it 😆

[@KristinaFedric]

Did you ever try the Paula's choice BHA Liquid exfoliant? Does it irritate your skin? I am so worried to use anything on my skin because its super sensitive and flares up like crazy. >.

[@briesullivan883]

Have you tried the Cosrx Whitehead power liquid? Ik that it has ‘power’ in the name, but it’s very gentle.

[@KellyDriscoll]

Yeah it's a good choice for AHA, a little stronger than the Wishtrend Skin Prep water imo.

[@briesullivan883]

What about the Krave Beauty Kale lalu yaha?

[@SaraHungary]

That is pretty strong compared to these products with the 5.25% glycolic acid. That is closer to the western exfoliating toners.

[@EzraSprouts]

It stung my sensitive skin, but worked wonders on my keratitis pilaris - an expensive solution for bodycare though! Ymmv, it seems some of us just don't get along with glycolic acid / AHAs in general

[@milipedreros1884]

Interesting new options for me, thnx, blessings

[@Maria-rodriguez12]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@EzraSprouts]

Off topic but are we gonna address what a bop Kelly's outro music is? It's giving me Slum Village vibes and I am 100% here for it

[@KellyDriscoll]

Yaass, the artist is Leavv the song is Tomorrow, you can find it on spotify!

[@EzraSprouts]

Lo fi beats to restore your moisture barrier to

[@spyfie1879]

Hey kelly love your reviews but your thoughts on cosrx aha /bha toner as a daily exfoliant

[@KellyDriscoll]

It doesn't do anything, too low a percentage to make a difference!

[@spyfie1879]

@@KellyDriscoll is it even not suitable for beginners coz when I started using it am purging this is my first exposure to acids plz reply

[@annietan259]

How do you know if you have clogged pores? I periodically have super super small bumps that can be popped or just random bumps n sometimes redness patches that itch appearing on my face n sometimes neck. Is it caused by clogged pores?

[@jessmess7981]

this was super helpful!!

[@nadareyene]

i'm gonna get the benton!

[@anating4882]

Omg wtf??? You read my mind???? Omg guurl, this is the exact video i was looking for. Youre amazing!!!

[@KellyDriscoll]

Ahhh we're on the same wavelength! 😍

[@anating4882]

Kelly! Please check Axis-Y physical sunscreen! Want to see your review on it

[@anating4882]

Its a mugwort based physical sunscreen!

[@PR78193]

Hi kelly, I am from India. Ru using tretinoin currently. Have u noticed volume loss on ur face from retin a, especiallyunder eyes and cheeks. Read some articles about this in reddit. I happened to see ur video about curology results. I noticed that ur under eye looked more hollow in the after picture. May b it is just the lighting. Can u pls tell me if that is the case or is there a real volume loss happening. I am scared to start tretinoin for this reason. There are no much scientific studies regarding this. but lot of people are reporting...hence I am anxious

[@friedbolognasandwich]

Can anyone help me out? When I started my skincare journey in early 2020, I had a BAD reaction (that I idiotically thought was purging) from Ole Henriksen's balance skin line. I used their cleanser and toner DAILY. I followed their directions, suitable for daily use, and not only was I essentially exfoliating everyday with both the cleanser (AHA) and toner (BHA), sometimes twice a day too, and it brought out acne where I have never had it before (along my cheeks, I usually only get acne on my chin, forehead, and temples). I also added the Clinique Salicylic Acid because I thought it was treating what I thought was hormonal acne, not irritation from the absolute massacre of over exfoliation I did to myself. And that Salicylic Acid pobably made my skin worse too. Fast forward to a month ago, I finally get my skin under control and am focus on repairing my moisture barrier and addressing TEWL, having beautiful plump glowy skin. I then decided to reintroduce chemical exfoliants again and got The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid 7% toner because it seems to have rave reviews and a cheap price tag. My face got these awful red bumps everywhere over night leaving me with the bumpiest texture ever, itchy, angry red splotches all over my neck and, whatever it was, spread to my forearms,upper arms and calves somehow. I had to use a steroid cream to get my skin under control (and was too itchy to deal with). Unfortunately the patch test I did to my lower arm was fine so I thought it would be ok with my face. Always proceed with caution people!! So funny enough, the steroid cream helped skin look better than before. But with my period coming and hormones flaring I decided to reintroduce that salicylic acid from Clinique and the BHA but the blemishes on my cheeks are flaring back up to full blown pimples and white heads. I'm left to believe that my skin, which before this year I never thought was sensitive, can't handle AHA's or BHA's including glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid. Should I just not chemically exfoliate at all? Help! 😞😭

[@anao7576]

Girl I gotchu. “Urea” that’s the secret. Urea is moisturizing but it helps exfoliate without irritation! I use eucerin urea repair 5%. Don’t wash your face in the morning. A thing that helps me a lot is to exfoliate with plain jobs oil. I let it sit for 5 mins and then I massage my skin to help with the clogged pores. Get a barrier repair cream for the night. I have combo skin so I use a gel from aveeno for those oily areas. There also a toner with urea. Tiam vitab5 is panthenol so it will restore your lipid barrier w/o the need for oils that may clog your pores. Just get a calming/hydrating toner (I use sukoyaka suhada) then go with the b5 toner and your urea cream. If you have bad pimples, use the cica acne patches that absorb the gunk and deal with the redness. A good extra that helps is masking while you showe cause the steam and water weakens the barrier. I buy colloidal oatmeal and make a paste with raw honey or just use one of those compressed masks for the shower. Remember to use a low ph cleanser and double cleanse with an oil cleanser first.

[@lauralong777]

I do not have acne, clogged pores, or dark spots. I just have dry flaky skin from Retin A. I need something that is not too strong and will not cause more flaking.

[@sarahr9323]

I'm in the same boat. I got a sample of first aid beauty radiance pads and they work great! No stinging and no more flakey shin. I'm almost out and they are pricey. I'm trying to find a cheaper alternative but just may end up purchasing them again. I use them maybe twice a week.

[@lauralong777]

@@sarahr9323 Do they burn your skin at all?

[@sarahr9323]

NOO! I have pretty sensitive skin and no burning at all. Very gentle but effective. I wouldn't use them everyday but maybe 2-3 times a week.

[@lauralong777]

@@sarahr9323 How do you use them? Do you use them at night?

[@sarahr9323]

I've used them at night or the morning just whenever my skin needs them or when I remember lol. I think most people use them at night. I wash my face, use the pads, add any serum and lotion. I use spf if it's during the day. They just fit between washing my face and serum or lotion. No stinging and very gentle. I've tried pixie glow tonic and that BURNED. I think the FAB pads are quick, easy and gentle. Just wish they weren't so expensive

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[@bimaladebbarma4600]

U talk too much