Hormonal Acne and Hyperpigmentation Skincare Routine for Giselle!

[@Mixedmakeup]

Hi everyone! Just a quick note on the application order of chemical (also known as organic) sunscreen filters discussed in the video. Sunscreen formulations on the market today should be applied as the final step of your skincare routine. Apologies for the oversight in this video.

[@syafiqahbasri3165]

so… no matter if its chemical or mineral sunscreen, we still have to apply it at the final step? even though we are using a thick moisturiser??

[@Jezebel066]

I’m so confused now!!!

[@karsynmayson3687]

i dont mean to be so off topic but does anyone know of a trick to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid lost my login password. I appreciate any help you can give me.

[@shanekeener44]

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[@shanekeener44]

6iu88uuyui

[@carlagee8562]

I love how happy Susan looks whenever the dermatologist said something she agreed with. So cute lol

[@giselledominguez4791]

I just finished watching the full video!!! Thank you soo much Susan & Dr. Chiu!! You really opened up my eyes to the ingredients I’ve been using!! I’m ready to change up my skin care routine!! 😄 Also, Dr. Chiu I wish you were closer to me! I’m definitely going to see a dermatologist ASAP! P.S I stopped using the Kylie Skin toner a couple weeks ago! I didn’t like it either!! 😂😂 🤷🏻‍♀️ Also, thank you to all of the viewers for being so nice in the comments!! As soon as the video went live...I panicked a little because I knew A LOT of people would be seeing me bare faced AND on a bad skin day! Super scary!! But after reading some of the comments... I’m really not the only one battling adult acne & im glad we were all able to learn from Susan & Dr. Chiu. Love you! 💕 Thank you! 💕 Congrats on the baby Susan!! 💕

[@KSA-vu2qv]

It takes a lot to put yourself out there!!💕💕 You are gorgeous and this was incredibly helpful not only for you but so many others like me! Thank you for sharing your routine and loved the tips by Susan and Dr. Chiu!

[@tipsybibi]

Giselle Dominguez I enjoyed watching this video! And who would have knew about the chemical sunscreen, whaaat

[@EH012]

Oh, your skin is LOVELY, really! A lot of people with sensitive skin, myself included, don't notice how LUSTROUS your skin can be! You're glowing, woman! Thanks for putting yourself out there and helping us all out in the process! That SUNSCREEN tip!

[@natdivaz]

U are awesome for willing to share your insecurities, determination and hard work with all of us... There's hope for everyone with acne, no matter what never give up. So thank you!! ❤ P.S= U look lovely in your natural state and seems really sweet too. 💕

[@sunshine9993]

Giselle Dominguez give us a follow up after you made a few changes. Hope your face clears soon. Differin gel help me so much with my hormonal acne. 2 months my skin is clear.

[@ymn5201]

Susan really out here making the world better. Skin problems affect so many people, and we appreciate you helping us out!!!!

[@yasminm.1801]

Omg, we have the same name but I spell it differently. 😭😂 mine is ‘ Yasmin Mohammed ‘ 💖🙈

[@TheBigpapax30]

Conclusion for an acne/hormonal/oily/combination skin: -We all should read the ingredients of products we buy. Switch products on season. Morning and night routines are totally different. Inform ourselves the proper steps for face routines. Super expensive products or legacy products are not necessarily good. Pay attention to acids and use one that targets a problem. Always, always use sunscreens[buy physical or mineral ones]. Eye creams are better for days and makes your makeup to be smooth. If you do use it then buy it with caffeine [Ordinary brand carry one very very good and affordable]. Over using Chapstick can cause acne around lips area, use exclusively night only . Use a toner with exfoliating ingredients, make sure it's one strong enough that does the work. [Try Ordinary or Ren]. Simplified the products and be smart how to layer them. Ordinary 'buffet's seem a good recommend product to add in your routine as a humectant serum. Vitamin C serum is very very important. Jesus 🤯!! Its a lot to learn and personally I think this should be my routine because I have this type of skin with similar problems. I am agree to say that I wasn't doing it correctly, which means is time to buy new products and separate them from day and night, but I will go simple. Thanks

[@rubyzlan]

Congrats to Susan on her newborn baby!!

[@maritza7176]

Who has time to watch a 42 minutes video? Well me.

[@taryn.b]

X2 speed girl

[@miniciominiciominicio]

Who hasn’t figured out you can adjust speed on yt videos?

[@veronicaivanova]

I watched the whole thing whilst doing chores at home 😂

[@sunnyday_lemonbars]

@@miniciominiciominicio right? Also, why can't ppl just watch in parts and come back later? It's not that hard.

[@Josh-vz6bj]

When it’s important

[@SusanYara]

Dr. Chiu dropping the knowledge!! Big thank you to Giselle for sending in her routine and sharing with us. ❤️

[@megantruong2264]

Susan Yara I use vitamin c and then an spf 25 moisturizer. Is that bad? Should I use a moisturizer and then a sunscreen on top?????

[@the.annethology]

@@megantruong2264 spf has been proven to work better when used together with vit c :) but make sure your spf is higher than 25 as it doesnt have protection, the minimum is spf 30

[@amirahmuhammad5813]

31:28 is where she drops it 🙉😮

[@ayushirathore05]

Hi Susan, I have been watching your videos since a long time , and i try to imply as much as I can , but all the products you recommend do not retail in India and if I have to import them they are way too expensive . I have Hormonal acne (on my cheeks and jaws) , which sometimes form a lump/node in my skin, i try to keep my skin clean as much as possible but what should I do ?? I have seen many dermos for the same , but it doesn't get better. Can you recommend some products that retail in India and do have good effect? I follow you soo much and it has made my skin shiner and healthier but acne is my concern. i hope you read this.

[@ayushirathore05]

@Diptasree Choudhuri may be consulting a dermo will help , I have and it is like a dream come true . may you find that too , sis (love xoxo)

[@iamTTR]

I think this is my favorite series from mixed makeup. Giselle asked some questions that I had on my mind for a while now ie the Estée Lauder night repair serum. I low key want to send in my skincare routine now but I’m not too confident being on camera especially with my acne covered face. I had severe cystic acne for years and went to a dermatologist and it improved but it has never gone away. It would be interesting to know if there’s any difference between guys and girl’s skincare routine.

[@MinPinSteve]

TianRong Tan I went the Korean skincare route. A dermatologist prescribed retinol and hydroquinone. It ruined my skin. I tried Korean skincare earlier this year and it has helped out so much! Go to Wishtrend to find curated skincare good luck!

[@veronicaivanova]

I love EL's day wear eye cream and eye cooling gel and many other products but I am not sure really what the serum does. Sure it feels moisturising, especially when applied before a long flight, but it definitely doesn't seem to do any miracles!

[@johnatespaghettiforlunch3568]

I'm not sure if this will work for you or if you're already on this - have you tried cutting out dairy and sugar in your diet? This helped me a lot specially to prevent breakouts and inflamation.

[@suann9790]

@@johnatespaghettiforlunch3568 Yes!! Switching to mild organic products, quitting sugar and now finally going vegan helped me so much.

[@aliceprobably]

Fermented foods can also help a lot - Bekah Martinez has a video on it which is where I heard to try it. Also I would assume most of us who watch this channel have had acne and we're all just very interested - submit your routine if you want to!!

[@NewYorkPrincess22]

If hormonal acne is internal how does one go about remedying it? That’s a video I would love to see, maybe you can invite a nutritionist on the show and we can hear their perspective about what foods to add or take out from our diet. What supplements to use etc.

[@smartblondevibes]

NewYorkPrincess22 yeeesss!! I love this idea

[@ramyarao4499]

Exactly! The only way to "cure" hormonal acne is diet. Stay away from dairy, sugar and processed food and trust me you will notice the change. I can't seem to fade my dark spots away tho. I've tried vitamin C, but didn't really do anything. Just a sticky layer sitting on top of my skin.

[@Anikinomundo]

There's a supplement called DIM that helped me with hormonal acne. It takes about a few weeks to.see results though but if you're consistent it works. Also I find that if my stress levels rise for some reason, that will have an affect on my hormones. So pay attention to that as well.

[@NewYorkPrincess22]

ramya rao vitamin c was horrible for my skin, made me break out even more

[@NewYorkPrincess22]

M thank you I will look into it

[@Kendra567]

Omg lowkey want to submit a video, lowkey don’t want anyone to recognize me 😂😂😭

[@ninalou4629]

Hahah dooo it

[@roxanam.8713]

That's how i feel too....lol

[@naynay_berry]

Same! 😂

[@AnnaFryxell]

Do it!!

[@thelymitrae]

girl, same

[@AlexaStyleBook]

Ughhh those cystic acne is the worse!! It takes forever to come to a head and hurts like heck😵😵😵

[@dolsiemercado3140]

Alexa Style Book YES!!!

[@jennycarrington9035]

And the scars are terrible

[@eatyourcevapi]

Alexa Style Book wait, does cystic acne actually end up having a head that you could technically pop?

[@dolsiemercado3140]

Marta K Yes, unfortunately YES. It is painful, if they need to be removed/popped.

[@danute1735]

I have not had acne, and I am really not sure what it feels to have cystic acne. But I sometimes get these reaaaaly painful bumps under my skin (it’s similar, right?). When I had my first painful bump, my mom actually massaged it (as funny as that sounds) and no pimple formed (or a normal, not painful version). Since then, every time I get the painful bump, I massage it (quite aggressively, might I add)and they just stop and don’t develop more. I don’t know if this is correct, or if I’m even on the same page, but this helps me and I wanted to share.

[@denisemunoz8521]

This dermatologist is amazing!!!

[@myaaisha3147]

I wish I had her for my acne. She is amazing and explains in detail

[@Deychana1]

I'm really liking the series so far. It's very informative and thoughtfully put together!

[@olympiaunwin4475]

I'd love them to do a dry skinned person with acne prone skin! So many acne skin care products are too drying for my skin and I struggle to find the balance between the two

[@lilybabe1125]

Olympia Unwin yes!!!!!!!!!! Me!!!!

[@Alex-ge8cp]

I agree. Almost all the acne products I see are targeted for oily skin so I kind of just assumed I had oily skin. They make it seem like if you acne prone skin, you have to have oily skin. I now I understand my skin a lot better and I use exclusively The Ordinary products. Using a facial oil and HA among other things has really helped my skin

[@badbitch898]

k beauty is everything. Neogen has spot treatment that doesn’t dry out your skin. Cosrx has AMAZING pimple patches and so many products with ingredients such as honey, centella et everything. I love it. Plus, their ceramides moisturize are so good

[@bryantparadine641]

I have combination acne prone skin and my moisturizers are the vanicream moisturizing skin cream and the Avène extreme tolerance cream both those moisturizers are heavier on me so I only use them at night but if you’re dry you could use them morning and night. For morning time I use extreme tolerance emulsion and it works 😁

[@shayry5724]

I use paula choice salicylic acid for any acne..it does work in reducing them in days..then use normal moisturiser..i noticed that some of the moisturizer i used would break me out..ones that has capric triglycerides which is present in most of the moisturizer..so that means i need to find the silicone based ones..

[@sacredoasis55]

I needed this. I'm 37 with the same thing going on and I'm frustrated.

[@korqui.p]

Roshundra Foy Me too 37 next week 😢

[@sacredoasis55]

awww. Happy early birthday

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

Korqui p Happy Blessed Birthday 🥰

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

Roshundra Foy I’ll be 42 this December and I get adult acne around my jawline. What helped me was Apple cider and for the scarring, I use Kojic acid soap.

[@BlasianGoddessTM77]

rekhae1 I know the feeling Queen 👸 I get frustrated too. I tried everything from tomato scrub, turmeric, coconut, nope those didn’t work but only Apple Cider and Kojic soap

[@jenniferito2326]

I think what would be interesting is to hear this Dermatologist’s routine, morning and night!

[@meriidah]

Omg!!! Please do a video about sunscreens, about chemical and minerals

[@LauraMartinez-vb1qr]

She has one already 🙂 it's very informative.

[@veronicaivanova]

@@LauraMartinez-vb1qr, true, but it lacks the information given in this video

[@e.starling141]

Jenluvsreviews did one recently that was super informative. It breaks it all down and give you everything youd need to know.

[@fatcat4642]

meriidah watch labmuffins video on it

[@Ciel_DJ]

There are better, more informative and science-backed sunscreen videos by Labmuffin Beauty Science

[@hreasons30]

For REAAAL this whole thing with hyperpigmentation has been my PRIMARY focus for the past year. THANK YOU GIRLS for bringing us real info!

[@allie148]

So proud of you Giselle for putting yourself out there like that!!!

[@lese91]

I’m thrilled because Giselle and I have exactly the same concerns!! I can’t tell y’all how grateful I am

[@sarahgarcia557]

Wow I didnt even realize this video was a whole 42 minutes😲 Welp I'm an addict to this channel so the more content the better😁 And yes I watched the whole thing no pausing of course🙃

[@adygirl13]

I’m thrilled that Susan took on board some of the criticism on her “skincare products you don’t need”, where she made a comment about dermatologists that came across ( at least to me) as dismissive of their professional experience. It was really, really nice to see her working with a dermatologist and learn from their combined expertise. This is a video i will definitely be rewatching whenever I get stuck. Thanks to them both and also to Giselle for coming forward.

[@trickstergods]

wooaaahh that tidbit about the chemical sunscreen blew my mind!! 🤯 my morning routine is pretty simple rn but i was gonna add some stuff. now i gotta think about my routine a lil more! thanks for that info dr. chiu! great video as always susan!

[@radrose4864]

Congrats on the baby, first of all. I am 28 and currently experiencing the worst cystic acne breakout of my entire life. I hope I can get a handle on it soon.. so painful 😖 Love this series - now I want to send a video

[@areebakhan361]

Hey I'll be 28 next week. I've started double cleansing and chemically exfoliating on Susan's recommendation and I'm also using the ordinary's Niacinamide trust me, my skin never looked this good.

[@EH012]

Girl. I feel ya. Try using a zinc oxide, maybe! Nothing has cooled my inflammation more than straight zinc oxide powder mixed into face masks... sometimes even a pinch in my night cream! I think in America you get diaper rash cream, and that might work, but those can be really occlusive heavy. Keep ya chin up! The inflammation population is vast and you're not alone!

[@h2oeve]

Areeba Khan do you mind my asking what products you use to double cleans and chemically exfoliate?

[@mariflick]

Areeba Khan I’m using the niacinamide as well but haven’t really seen any result.. how long did it take for u to see result?

[@alejandraugarriza2364]

I use DIM and zinc pills, best thing ever for my skin! I suffered from hormonal acne.

[@sarenateegrace7603]

Wow I needed this video!! I'm the same age as her and having the exact same issues! I never had any skin problems until about 2 years ago! Thank you! 🧡🧡

[@holleyb1856]

Sarenatee Grace same boat sister ! I was so relieved they were reviewing her when she said her age and listed her concerns . I was like yessss me too!!!

[@littleanina1]

Sameeeee😭

[@veronicaivanova]

I am 27 and started having acne recently. Don't know if it's due to my birth control but it's super annoying. I am like: "Didn't acne stop with the end of teen years?!" 😣

[@jasmyneartis5867]

I always had perfect skin until after my first son in 2015 . I am 24 , I break out on my cheeks and my chin . I have a lot of hyperpigmentation. I used to use black soap but that stopped working . I eat healthy mostly and drink lots of water . I have started using only water and moisturizer as of now and I don’t wear make up .

[@jasmyneartis5867]

Vivien Maron yes it is frustrating especially when people ask you why you are breaking out . I have a appointment with the dermatologist next month. I wish you the best also .

[@TaylerBootz]

I seriously want to see update videos after a few months from these people who take your recommendation. That would be awesome.

[@Vero-gi4hd]

LOVED Dr. Chiu! Great on camera, so informative, and good dynamic with Susan. Please bring her baaaaack. :D

[@mariflick]

Currently suffering from hormonal acne and I want to cry every time I look at my face 😞 also, dr chiu jawline is no joke, so sharp 🔪

[@sofly5286]

I am going through the same thing. How long did it take for yours to go away???

[@mikanchan322]

sama here TT hormonal acne gangg

[@mariflick]

So Fly it took a couple months but now suffering from acne scars 😭 but it’s getting better!

[@mikanchan322]

@@mariflick wow, nice! What were things that helped for you?

[@mariflick]

Oni Giri tbh it was my diet, I had gained 20 lbs during the time I commented this and I went to Disney in December and looked at my pictures and cried lmao I started dirty keto late January and cheated several times but I’m down 30lbs. I tried curology and it didn’t work for me. I bought dermalogica cleanser and exfoliate and I’m still using it even though I don’t think it’s what that’s helping me but both are gentle and great products and expensive so I’m going to continue using til I run out lol I saw my acne improving late March and finally in May is when I started being more consistent with treating acne scars and it’s helping. I use a lot of products that are recommended on KZbin - the ordinary peel, niacinamide, alpha arbutin, glycolic acid, rose hip oil. Slow progress but grateful. I don’t cry as much anymore 😂 good luck 💖

[@short.andcurly8772]

I’m triggered about this whole sunscreen thing 🤯🤯🤯 I’m shook y’all 😭

[@veronicaivanova]

Me too! This is the first time I hear Susan, saying it's ok to be in your moisturiser as long as you put a lot 😮

[@marta537]

J Flo I am watching the video right now and you got me curious, what about the sunscreen? :o

[@nathaniel741852]

In this video, Dr. Chiu states that chemical sunscreens must bind to the skin before they become effective. I think she may be incorrect about this. LabMuffin discussed this in one of her "myth busting" videos last year - she modeled chemical sunscreens on paper and displayed how UV light is blocked even though they are not bound to skin. Check Myth #4 in the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5usg5awbcxlhs0

[@janiceandthomas]

@@marta537 The dermatologist was saying that she's not sure if chemical sunscreens are effective when you're layering several products before using the sunscreen because it needs to interact with certain proteins in your skin in order for it to be effective. So she suggests wearing it before moisturizer, especially when it's a somewhat occlusive one like the CeraVe Moisturising Cream. It came as a shock to Susan because ppl tend to advise to use sunscreen after moisturizer.

[@AlexK348]

I would take that part with a very big grain of salt, I cannot find the source right now, but I have seen people 'debunking' that claim, doingsimple tests like putting the different types of sunscreens on fabric, using uv lights, showing how they all react and protect right away. And also other dermatologists and chemists are clear that all types of sunscreen you should wait at least 20 minutes for them to set in, and you see physical sunscreen bottles with that same recommendation/warning. And that's because it is more about them creating an even layer of protection, drying down well and staying where you put them, instead of going off easily with any sweat, rubbing and so on.

[@Abigail-ow5ex]

I just turned 25 in June and am having almost identical issues. Thank-you for the info! Also my jaw dropped during the sunscreen portion. Susan, this channel is so refreshing and informative and I'm obsessed lol

[@VALENTINA-ek7xh]

Love it! I was like you when I heard about the chemical sunscreen. Just started using a physical sunscreen and I’ve really noticed a change in my skin

[@refinedefined]

Glad to hear spironolactone mentioned! It is the *only* thing that has ever cleared my acne.

[@syafshamroz]

The sunscreen part really blow my mind. Im like whttttttttt! Lol thank you so much susan for bringing dr annie to highlight abt sunscreen. Really open my brain abt sunscreen

[@ginanord9327]

I really enjoy this series. My only comment is to request when suggesting a new skincare routine to not just recommend products that she already owns, but also other products for other people with similar problems. For example, dont just stick with current vitamin c cream, but suggest to all the other folks with hyperpigmentation other recommended products. I had a lot of acne scars, and Timeless Vit C Serum with vit E and ferrulic acid has completely changed my skin. I get that they are trying to save her money, but just reading comments it sounds like a lot of people have Gisselle's skin type and would benefit from just a new product recommendation. I want to know what Dr Chiu's favorite vit C serum is. Very impressed with the young lady who put herself out there and turned in this video. I cant imagine how brave you would have to be! But I learned so much from this video!! Thank you Gisselle!

[@kmgx291]

I needed this video so bad! Her skin type is so similar to mine and I'm currently changing up my routine. This is great info! 🙌

[@viviancee]

Really loved this video, one of my favorites. Dr. Chiu is so informative and explains things so clearly and effectively. Would love to see you on more.

[@biloushka8437]

Loved this video. I'm having the exact same issues and I feel like I'm basically doing what you and the Dr recommend but I still don't have the acne under control. I guess I really do need to accept the fact that hormonal acne depends on other factors...

[@taryn.b]

Same here. I think what the skin care experts are not telling us is that it has to do with our diet and lifestyle factors. That's not their area of expertise so they can't advise on that. But I get hormonal acne breakouts after I eat certain foods. Like those containing gluten and soy. But those are my worst offenders.

[@AnnaFryxell]

We were all freaking out behind the scenes when Dr. Chiu dropped that knowledge bomb about sunscreen!

[@alejandrajimenez8650]

Anna Fryxell yes 😂 I stopped the video to see what type of sunscreen I had!

[@sailorgrlie]

I haven't used chemical sunscreens for years so I was fine with that comment. 😂 Once I learned that it absorbs the UV rays and begins to break down as soon as you put it on your skin I didn't see the point of it. I noticed very early on with my children that if we used physical sunscreen their skin was fine all day with one reapplication, but they burned every time we used chemical sunscreens.

[@leilanidru7506]

I haven’t gotten to the part of the video where she addresses his but from the research I’ve read The chemical filter avobenzone does degrade when exposed to sunlight which is why there other actives in there to stabilize it and make it last approx advertised time. Sunscreen is regulated as a drug so they wouldn’t put outlandish claims on it. Also, most people can’t wear physical spf’s because they are simply unwearable if ur anything darker than milk and don’t wanna spend 20 straight mins rubbing into ur skin for each application and reapplication and don’t wanna pay and arm and a leg for invisible physical sunscreens with advanced formulas that make it not have a white cast. So for a lot of us, it’s simply the only option.

[@leilanidru7506]

Ok just actually got to the part in the video. Her issue was with layering that isn’t a concensus among all dermatologists and admits they’re no studies. Not that chemical sunscreens don’t work or are lesser. They work just as well just put them as close to ur skin as possible. I don’t wear makeup and use my sunscreen in place of moisturizer so I’m really not getting the chemical sunscreen panic in the comments😂😂🤷🏾‍♀️ What we should all be worried about is what the chemical actives are doing in our bloodstream and to our bodies over time because nobody knows and their effects are inconclusive😬😬 not about layering to get the advertised spf. It’s not that big a deal.

[@jennycarrington9035]

I read that chemical sunscreens have chemicals that can reduce androgen production, so i switched to mineral ones

[@MikeClimaco]

Wow!! Dr Annie is very neutral with her opinions. Love her!!

[@pvonich6202]

giselle is seriously beautiful!

[@leeslyrose]

I used to have really bad skin two years ago (looking back at it) and my skin and skin care routine has improved so much because of LIAH YOO. I wash with 1. cerave oily to normal skin 2. Cerave SA face wash 3. Grape seed oil (when you have oily skin you don’t want to remove oils, you should add for it to stop reproducing 4. Cerave day moisturizer 5. Cerave sunscreen spf 30 with retinol To remove makeup I use coconut oil- no toner or witch hazel

[@allisonhogarth2983]

i LOVE dr chiu, please bring her back

[@Mixedmakeup]

She's awesome!

[@jenlauren143]

I am 36 and I had my second son 4 years ago and I immediately suffered from hormonal acne and melasma which was induced by my pregnancy! It was crazy because one day I woke up and it was in patches on my cheeks and forehead. I now work with my dermatologist and with retin-a and hydroquinone my skin is healing and getting clearer. 💙💙💙 I totally have to use mineral sunscreens over chemical sunscreens because chemical sunscreens irritate my skin and I don’t have that issue with mineral filters. The Cerave Pm cream is one of my HG moisturizers.

[@MakeupByKFlash]

Susan and this doctor have great on screen chemistry! Love this video

[@taylorewalters]

oh my goodness, yes! i’m 30 with the same problems going on with my skin. i will be taking notes 🙌🏼

[@srizualemgr]

omg I have the exact skin problem and I am 27, so glad its been posted at the right time.

[@Sofia-vl6yn]

I'm also dealing with hormonal acne at 27. I went to the dermatologist today and she prescribed tretinoin and a vitamin d3 + folic acid suplement . Hopefully this will take care of the acne! :d

[@kristinacassandra1318]

THANK GOODNESS for this video I’m in the exact same position 😩

[@marythe00001]

The sunscreen “under or over a moisturizer” is a headache. Dermatologists are conflicted about it. So, I rather not guess and just use a chemical sunscreen that is moisturizing.

[@abeach5420]

This series is ideal. Real board certified dermatologists, like Dr. Chiu, is critical as we know and would love to see Dr. Stefani Kappel and Dr. Andrea Suarez as part of the series as they are absolutely 'no nonsense'. Best.

[@paytonnr]

Would DIE to see Dr. Chiu’s skincare routine!!!!!!! PLEASE 💚💚💚

[@Sofia-vl6yn]

Saaaame!!

[@light.eternally106]

the discussion on the chemical sunscreen blown my mind away that makes me need to subscribe to the channel. It is so knowledgeable when a beauty experts discussing with a dermatologist.

[@milly4987]

Me: I can't with the length of the video Also me: *watches videos*

[@alishareed1207]

This is so great! THANK YOU!! I have exactly the same issues as Giselle. I've been so frustrated with my breakouts, and so lost in my skin care routine. This video answered all of my questions and taught me a lot. Definitely going to take this advice. Much love!!

[@devon5812]

I am LOVING THIS SERIES YOU AND THESE PAST TWO DOCTORS ARE AMAZING 😍😍😍

[@GracefulBeautyWithSheri]

What are your thoughts on DIM supplements for hormonal acne? I take Estroblock Pro supplememt and it completely got rid of my hormonal acne. My Dermatologist wanted me to take Spironolactone and I'm thankful I tried this supplement 1st and never had to take a RX.

[@LindokuhleTG]

Hey doll. Where did you get the supplements?

[@briesullivan883]

In my experience, my acne is usually caused by a lack of oil and moisture.

[@KittyGalorePawzz]

I love the series, the most helpful ever. So much more than just product reviews.. please continue!

[@ilikeicetea09]

My mind is blown about spf too! 😭

[@A_S_123-ye]

Omg more of it please please please it honestly helps ordinary people like me tbh. Tysm😭

[@MikeClimaco]

I was blown away!! In the morning I wash my face with Hada Labo hydrating facial wash and just a moisturizing suncsreen spf40 and my skin is thanking me. I am Dr Annie approved!

[@cseghiri]

I had horrible hormonal acne when I was pregnant and after I gave birth. I found very recently that less is more for my face. I am looking to add maybe one more serum and a chemical exfoliant but by not using a lot of products my skin is changing for the better. Dr. Chiu is right you want products that do the job and that’s exactly what I needed!

[@LaCoriNetter]

This video really helped because I've been dealing with a lot of hormonal breakouts lately and since i'm a woman of color i tend to get a lot of post breakout dark spots.

[@maryanchirwa9874]

I never want this series to end!!

[@bohnblue4153]

I have oily skin and am dealing with some hormonal acne (I'm 18). My current acne treatment product is Differin, and I use a 10% benzoyl peroxide cream to spot treat. Dr. Chiu mentioned something about tachyphylaxis and recommended taking periodic breaks when using products like these. However, I'm worried that if I stop using the Differin for a week/month, my acne will get worse. What would you recommend I do?

[@aalexttostado]

continue using differn, if it gives you viewer skin don’t stop

[@sailorgrlie]

My understanding was that she was referring to hydroquinone. I've always heard that you can use a retinoid every day without breaks.

[@bohnblue4153]

@@sailorgrlie ah okay thank you!!

[@johnatespaghettiforlunch3568]

I'm amazed how this video is both educational and entertaining wihtout ads!!! This made me revisit my skin care routine steps, products and even noted their expiration dates and when I should throw them away. Thank you so much!!!

[@SarahR745]

Do you need a “build my skin care routine” candidate? I just have face wash and moisturizer in routine. 🙈 I did finally add an SPF for my face.

[@hannaxoxo12]

Sarah Rhea that’s about enough tbh. If you’re feeling fancy throw in a vitamin c serum to use at night or Niacinamide

[@mhgni.b6314]

Lol same!! I really am not into all the extra stuff. I dont understand them and my skin doesn't like alot

[@missbrownskin0]

Susan is good vibes. She seems so sincere and Dr Chui is very knowledgeable

[@charmhaze21]

Yesss, exactly what I need. Love this series so much.

[@lorraelena]

I’ve learned so much about skin and skincare these past few months from your videos, Susan. And this is definitely one of my faves! Hope that you can make this a permanent series. 😊 Thank you for always upping the game.

[@lorraelena]

Adding, I shared this video with my beauty group and someone from there commented that she was a bit turned off by the thumbnail because it looked like Susan and Dr. Chiu were disgusted by Giselle’s acne. I didn’t feel that because I knew the topic was about the routine and that Susan’s attitude is always positive and encouraging. Just sharing what a non-subscriber felt about it.

[@sailorgrlie]

Honestly, I'm a little shocked at how much money these skin care routines have cost. So many steps, and most of them high end. If you can afford all of these products, you can afford a trip to a dermatologist.

[@TheCatsMe00w]

But that doesnt include medications the derm may prescribed. One of mine, if I didnt getting it a specificly through mail (which comes with it's own issues cause I have yet to receive it and I got prescribed in june) was 300 dollars with insurance. Rx can get more pricey than middle class skin care.

[@rafaeltlv1795]

I agree she used way too many product. A person who has a skin condition or any skin problems should limit the number of cosmetics. I am surprised that a doctor almost encourages this over consumption of cosmetics which are probably detrimental for her skin.

[@probablystudying5811]

I'm 23 and I have these struggles 😭 thanks this was helpful :)

[@im__f0xy405]

I really love this series susan ! ThankYou, BUT please ask your Next Dermatologist about their Opinion Regarding Controversial sunscreen ingredients ( Hormone Distruption etc ) Thnks a Lot Love ❤️

[@nozimaa8450]

I really like Dr. Chiu! She seems very well educated and a great dermatologist!

[@elainemayorga]

I wish dermatologist would comment on checking diet for inflammatory foods before they start talking points on products used. Using the products is great but I don’t think it’s the full picture.

[@e.starling141]

That's so true. I discovered that for myself recently. I was breaking out on my forehead a bunch and i dont normally break out all. I had been trying some skin care samples and thought that maybe one of those were the issue, but the acne remained even after i stopped using them. I finally googled forehead acne and found an article that said dairy cam be a cause. And sure enough i had been on a rare ice cream kick for the 2 wks prior. I stopped eating it and my forehead immediately cleared up. I would have never considered my diet being the culprit before this. Its crazy what a difference it can make.

[@elainemayorga]

E. Garceau ahh! Thank you for sharing, reading that reminded me of my situation! When I was much younger I asked my derm if my diet could be affecting my acne and she said it’s not proven so no but be careful! And you know in the US they brand milk as a growth staple, so I continued to consume it! It’s not until I cut it out completely that I saw a difference in my skin! I’m so glad I did and wish more people would talk about changing your diet to get better skin. I find pescatarians / Mediterranean ppl have great skin cause they eat a diet rich in omega fatty acids :-) nutrition when it comes to skin is so interesting

[@eatyourcevapi]

E. Garceau Same thing for me! When I notice a “larger” break out on my forhead I can always look back on the last two weeks and find out that I had a bunch of dairy products

[@e.starling141]

@@eatyourcevapi Its so crazy. Im 38 and and just now figuring this out. Which just goes to show its not talked about enough.

[@bongekamnguni5865]

I can't get over how great of an idea this segment is😭!Love this!

[@venteanari]

omg i have like the exact same skin issues as giselle, i needed this

[@alexey5481]

I have struggled off and on with severe hormonal acne for several years (since I was about 19, I'm now 23) and watching your videos has helped my skin so much! I have been seeing a Derm for years, but honestly working out which products are best for my skin has helped me manage breakouts and re-texturize my skin! If you have adult hormonal acne I suggest getting blood tests to check your hormones. I have high testosterone and it is the major source of my acne problems, after being on spironolactone for several months and figuring out my dosage I very rarely deal with hormonal breakouts I also use rx skin products like Epiduo and aczone but, I don't think you necessarily need those as long as you are treating your hormone imbalance!

[@aivivaaa]

My input in this is, I think she's using too much product. I don't know, just my opinion though. I always go for like less is more kinda thing. Edit: also congrats susan!!

[@mustafafh4402]

Aiviva too too too much, i would suggest her to stick to the basics, all her skin products should be moisturizing and hydrating, and only a serum treatment with active ingredients, +AHA exfoliation 2-3 a week, and SPF! And patience, other than that she’s over doing skincare with alot of active ingredients and thats dumb, could make her skin worse

[@mizonula53]

I’m so happy Dr. Choo and I have similar take on Sunscreens. Most of the sunscreens are already packed with moisturizer/ cream or some kind of base anyway. 🤗

[@oreoorva]

Please do a video on sunscreens because I alwayd have breakouts from sunscreeen😩

[@StephASMR]

Two intelligent and opinionated women respectfully discussing a topic they both feel strongly about. I love this

[@millie7642]

when suggesting the products at the end you should add pictures to make it less confusing lol

[@ssjgara]

I‘m a 22 years old Albanian guy from Germany and I love ur videos! Just a random fact to show u the versatility of your audience lol

[@jasminecastaneda8496]

YES YES YES ANOTHER VIDEO

[@angelicaalvarez3587]

I´m only 2 minutes of the video and i'm already liking the video and subscribing to the channel. Love this! a professional perspective and suggestions is amazing

[@honeyyyrae]

Literally my skin! I would LOVE a skin care routine for tretinoin users?

[@MrTomasGomes]

I love this segment of mixed makeup! Keep it going strong

[@wilam]

I love this series, so informative and relatable!

[@raer1079]

Loved all 40 minutes! Great video. Lots of awesome information!

[@padfamz4]

I am the same age and same exact struggles minus the wrinkles 😭 before this last few months, I had perfect skin.

[@cristinacollier4746]

Purito comfy water sunblock is an amazing physical sunscreen. It’s better than the elta MD UV clear in my opinion. If you have an oily skin type it works great because it doesn’t leave that shine like the elta MD one does and it’s a lot cheaper!

[@natascha8028]

Thank you!!

[@jacquelinesanchez8792]

Video on mid 20s age to early 30s skincare please! 💗

[@xo.Frenchie]

Just discovered your channel and I’m obsessed with it. Got a free pointers from this video. And for a doctor to make time to make videos is amazing. I’m taking notes.

[@lilavrillover]

Susan can you ladies please do a skincare routine for when you are sick. Love your videos

[@sunniva6891]

Omg i wanted to ask this too!!

[@sunnyday_lemonbars]

Cleanse serum moisturizer. The fewer steps the better when you're not well.

[@sunniva6891]

@@sunnyday_lemonbars thank you!

[@luuquanlan3506]

omg the chemical sunscreen part was so mind-blowing. btw thanks a lot love this kind of video

[@sweethanami94]

Thank you for addressing this weird time for your skin, when you´re in your mid-twenties! I´m 25, still having breakouts (I have "big" pores and oily prone skin that loves to get small pimples) but I´m also noticing first signs of wrinkles and aging (I have those little wrinkles around my eyes, we call "Krähenfüße" (crows-feet) in Germany). I always thought that when puberty ends, my skin won´t be this oily and breakout-prone anymore, sigh. It is a constant battle!

[@michellecamacho2698]

MissSophisticated I used to had extremely oily skin, nicianimide from the ordinary cured my oily skin !! And it’s less then $10, I also used the glamglow super mud that also help me specially with blackheads,

[@sweethanami94]

@@michellecamacho2698 Thank you! For a split second, I was afraid that I cannot get these products in Germany, but they're actually available. Will definitely try out the nicianimide from the ordinary!

[@noneness]

This is me to a tee! Thank you so much for posting this video. Hopefully I can modify my routine accordingly and get some results for myself ♥️

[@abiassender2795]

Could you guys do a video about winter vs summer skin care? xx

[@mbosso558]

Susan I have been following you for so long and I just found this series and I’m obsessed I thought your harpers bazar reviews were my favorite but this wins