How to use a Cleanser

[@Wendy-zl8kv]

Thank you Melissa for sharing these cleaning methods! The dry cleansers are so convenient when I’m in my truck. I sure appreciate you sweetie 💗💗💗

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey Wendy! :) Yes, that's a great way to cleanse your face on the way. You can use a cleanser (using the dry method), Micellar Water or something like makeup wipes. Those are just some ideas which you can do when driving your truck! :) I hope that you are well and healthy!🤗

[@Wendy-zl8kv]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I use the Micellar water now but that other should be great to change things up with another option. Have a great day Melissa 🤗

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@Wendy-zl8kv For you too! :)

[@josearrieta4522]

Buenos Dias Melissa! Hope all is well. Thank you for your videos!

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey Jose! Yes, I hope you are well as well! :)

[@kiwijas]

Hi Melissa! I have 2 different cleansers, one is the Benzac benzoyl peroxide wash and the other is the Cetaphil oily skin cleanser. I use a Niacinamide serum and was just wondering which cleanser was best to use with this. I was also looking at using Lactic Acid but was unsure if I can use it with these cleansers or serums. Do you have any recommendations??

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Niacinamide is not an issue since it does not have any conflicts except for pure vitamin c, but that's also a controversial topic. Anyway, with lactic acid it may be a different story since it is an exfoliant. Depending on the strength you want to use, it can irritate when used after benzoyl peroxide, at least from my experience. It may not happen right away, but the more you do it, the more it can happen. So, therefore, I recommend only using it after Cetaphil Cleanser. So like this: Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser Niacinamide Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser Niacinamide Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser Lactic Acid

[@kiwijas]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you so much!!

[@sexyladychina]

You are very nice girl

[@f.x3237]

hello melissa! for around 6 or 7 months now my skin has been terrible mostly at the cheek and chin area, my skin has never been this bad, around 4 months of it being terrible it cleared for one day then went back to being absolutely bad. alot of pimples and those little bumps, and those pimples become scars, ive had a few in the same spot for about 5 months now and it feels like it would never go. im not really sure what the problem is, before this happened i was using the cerave salciylic acid cleanser, then switched to eucerin dermo purifyer cleansing gel, and towards the end of the bottle i started breaking out. im not that into skincare, so i just use the regular stuff, cleanser and moisturizer i am currently using the thank you farmer back to daily foaming gel cleanser for sensitive skin and the arnaud PA oil balancing moisturizer. i change my pillow sheet every week, and i wash my face when i wake up and before going to sleep. i have sensitive combination skin with very oily T-zone and dry chin up a bit to my cheeks and the rest is normal. i am thinking about starting accutane but im not sure. do you have any cleanser suggestions or anything at all? im desperate

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! While you were at the end of the bottle of your Eucerin Cleanser, have you changed anything else? Like your moisturiser? How about your diet, stress or wearing a face mask? What if you change back to the CeraVe SA cleanser and the moisturiser you used back then? Have you ever tried a 4% or 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser and Differin Gel? I recommend trying this at first before getting into Accutane.

[@f.x3237]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I used to use the cerave moisturizer too although I don’t remember which one, then switch to the moisturizer I currently use. I haven’t changed anything in my diet, but school was really stressing me out and it’s possible it’s because of the face mask too. I will definitely try the product you recommend, thank you so much love! God bless you

[@diogorodrigues9403]

​@@f.x3237Hey there! Did you end up controlling your acne?

[@jillianw2404]

Hi there. So, my daughter is 5 and I'm a single mom, she's my only kid. She is really interested in all of my skin care products. I always catch her on her little stool on the bathroom splashing water on her face and pretending to put on lotions and serums. Lol. Is there anything gentle enough for her to use on her baby skin? Or should I just put her baby soap into a little bottle and have her use that? Any cream recommendations gentle for her skin? I know this sounds silly, but you always respond and I trust your knowledge. Thank you. You're wonderful. ❤

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) Ohh that's so sweet!🥰 Hm... I would look into soaps and lotions that are suitable for babies to make sure that it is gentle enough! Such as Cetaphil, Cerave or Aveeno. Those have products suitable for babies. - Keep in mind, I haven't tried them😉 Although I love Cetaphil's Baby Wash and Shampoo a lot - that's the only one I used - Not as a child but a while ago haha🙈

[@jillianw2404]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you! That's right! Cetaphil and aveeno both make baby products. I will definitely have to put them into my amazon cart. Lol. Thank you so much for getting back to me. You're just full of knowledge and insight. Love you. ❤

[@veronikaorfanidou8579]

Hey Melissa. Thanks for sharing this video. I am 28 yrs old, my skin is oily at the T zone and the cheeks. I have acne blemishes and sunspots and my skin is textured. I will now start using Cerave foaming facial cleanser for normal and oily skin and sun cream from La Roche-Posay the ultralight. Also i bought some products from The Ordinary but i don't have any idea how to use them. Could you please recommend the combo of these following products: Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2% AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution Salicylic Acid Anhydrous 2% Solution Natural Moisturising Factor +HA Thank you in advance, hope you could help me out!🙈💞

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) I recommend having a look at the following videos down below: How to use The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIW9YpWPes2Gh80 How to use The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% or 10% + HA: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpOrhXp_bL2EZ80 How To Use The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution | Full & In-Depth Demonstration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYS8YaOPmN5rgbs This should help you to set up one AM routine and 2-3 PM routines depending on your set up! :)

[@veronikaorfanidou8579]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thank you Melissa. I have already had a look at the mentioned videos, but as this is the first time i use these products i haven't figure out the order to use them and how often, in order not to damage my skin. Could you please recommend a combo?🙏

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

I recommend watching the videos above, those should help you to set up a routine! It's important that you learn it so that you understand what you can and can not add and how you can adjust your routine in the future :) Once you come up with a routine, I'm happy to check it! :)

[@veronikaorfanidou8579]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thank you for the recommended videos. After watching the videos, I decided to go with the below routines: AM ( Monday and Wednesday) Cleanser Salicylic acid Niacinamide Hyaluronic acid Moisturizer SPF AM (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday) Cleanser Niacinamide Hyaluronic acid Moisturizer SPF PM (Monday and Thursday) Cleanser Peeling solution Niacinamide Hyaluronic acid Moisturizer PM (Tuesday and Friday) Cleanser Lactic acid Niacinamide Hyaluronic acid Moisturizer PM (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday) Cleanser Niacinimide Hyaluronic acid Moisturizer Based on my skin type which i have already mentioned on my initial comment, i would appreciate it if you please let me know if any of the products that I mentioned above should be used more frequently. If so, how often? Thank you in advance:)

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@veronikaorfanidou8579 Hey again! :) Overall your routine looks good. I recommend using the Peeling Solution just once per week or even less often since you are using Salicylic Acid and Lactic Acid as well. Over time adjust the frequency of how often you can use Salicylic Acid and Lactic Acid. Start with 2-3 times per week and see how it goes! :)

[@priyatiwari6181]

Hey Melissa please recommend a good Vit c from the ordinary for a beginner in vit. C .. ( have no experience in actives .. 26 yr girl .. with left over dark spots from acne .. not many .. may be 5-6 .. no acne prone .. oily tzone .. normal but sensitive skin ( not very sensitive) .. and uneven skin tone textured skin with dull skin being major concern .. please recommend me a good Vit. C from the ordinary .. 🙂

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Have a look at the other reply! :)

[@priyatiwari6181]

Just did .Thank You Melissa 🙏

[@anishamr]

Hi Melissa, thanks for all of your video.. I come from tropical country (Indonesia) & currently living in Belgium. I don’t know why everytime I stay in European zone, my skin always breaking out. I experienced this as well during my stay in Holland in 2014. When I live in Indonesia, I only had acnes during period and it’s not so severe..but here, I had acnes all over my face and it never stops.. also I always have acnes on the exact same spot..do you happen to know why this happens? My current routine AM: - Cleanser Avène Cleanance Gel - TO Hyaluronic Acid - TO Niacinamide - La roche posay SPF anti imperfection - La roche posay unifiant duo(+) PM - DHC cleansing oil - Avène cleanance gel - TO hyaluronic acid - TO mandelic acid - La roche posay toleraine ultra fluid (optional, if I feel my face is drying) and once-twice a week I use paula’s choice BHA toner do you have any recommendations what should I change in my routine? Many thanks!

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hello Anisha, since I also stayed in Asia for a while and lived a few years in Australia with people from Japan, Taiwan, China, and South Korea, I am sure that it is food. Because they always had issues when eating it for weeks or even months, they always ordered from their home country or tried to eat in "good" Asian restaurants. What do you currently eat? How different is it from "home"?

[@anishamr]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Hi Melissa, thanks for your response. I eat quite the same food in fact here (rice, asian cuisine, etc).. I also avoid gluten and lactose..

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@anishamr Hm, okay. Well, that's just something you should consider. For how long have you been using the DHC cleansing oil? That would be another option; apart from that, my recommendation would be to use a Benzoyl Peroxide cleanser and use it regularly on the affected areas to fight the acne.

[@anishamr]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Hi, I’ve been using DHC cleansing oil for 2 months. beforehand, I use Bioderma Micellar Water H2O. To be honest, I don’t see any significant differences between those two. Do you have any recommendations for Benzoyl Peroxide cleanser that are available in Benelux area? I see that benzoylperoxide cleansers are banned by EU regulation (?) many thanks!

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@anishamr I order Differin's Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser (that's the one I use as well) from Iherb or have a look at the US Amazon and order it from there.

[@pushpochowdhury1182]

Hey Melissa! Hoping you are doing well. My age is 17 and i have dry to combination skin as its Winter. Right now i'm facing bumpy and textured skin. ☹️ i also have white heads on my nose and lower lip area. And from past 3 months noticing some discoloration on the Corner of my cheeks. What Should i do now to get rid of the bumpy and textured skin. Can you please suggest me some skin care products to get rid all my problems. Currently i am Using bioderma sebium bar as my cleanser . Rose water as toner & Simple hydrating light moisturizer

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) You may want to look into a gentle exfoliant like Mandelic Acid. For how long have you been using your current skincare routine? :)

[@pushpochowdhury1182]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet its about 7 months started this routine when it was summer

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@pushpochowdhury1182 Have you had whiteheads and bumpy skin before you even used those products?

[@pushpochowdhury1182]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet White Heads are like homies. In my lower lip area whiteheads are there for 1 year + and noticed nose whiteheads for about 6 months . and yes I have bumps before they gone automatically after 3 to 4 days . but now this time my face is all over textured . forehead and cheeks got bumpy

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@pushpochowdhury1182 Have a look at a 4%-5% Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser (Cerave, Differin or Panoxyl) and use it mainly where you experience whiteheads. Alternate between a Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser and Gentle Cleanser like Cerave, Cetaphil or even Geek & Gorgeous or Paula's Choice. Have a look at The Ordinary Mandelic Acid and a moisturiser like Cerave's PM Moisturiser.

[@nouranoura1697]

Hey I have questions do I need to wash my face after using the ordinary products (niacinamide 10 zinc 1+alpha arbutin 2 ha+hyaluronic acid2/b5) the next day

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Well, I recommend at least washing it with water :)

[@priyatiwari6181]

Hey Melissa ..for a skin of color which is also sensitive ..and has never tried any active .. wants to get rid of few dark spots ... And has little textured skin and slight dull skin..what percentage niacinamide would you recommend . 5 or 10 ... ? Please reply 🙂

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

If you can find a 5% Niacinamide serum, you can start with 5%. However, Niacinamide is generally well tolerated so, you could start with 10% as well. Still, if it should be a bit too strong, you always can dilute it with a moisturiser :)

[@mysmallworld7823]

Respected ma'am can I use Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2% and alpha Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA at a same time? Kindly please reply me.

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Yes, that's fine! :)

[@Zander.Toledo]

Hey Melissa I do every other day adapelene and I was wondering since I have oily acne prone skin I was wondering how long to cleanse in the morning because I use my sunscreen as a moisturizer and sunscreen as one but I was wondering to avoid unecessary dryness I do wake up oily

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Yeah, as pointed out above, it's just the climate. When I didn't have the air conditioning on, I experienced the same issue. I haven't found a solution for this. However, I usually just massage the cleanser to ensure I cover all areas. I'm not exactly sure how long that takes, maybe 15-20 seconds. Then, I rinse off and use my washcloth to remove any residue before rinsing again. Ultimately, you need to find the right balance and timing that suits your individual needs.

[@aklilewhat5613]

Hi Mellisa could please help me, which one is good eye hydrating cream. Thank you

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

I haven't tried many but from the once I tried CeraVe Eye Repair Cream. However I have tried a few serums and Hylamide SubQ Eyes works great.

[@aklilewhat5613]

Thank you my dear

[@fifitiny6307]

Can you suggest cleanser for oily skin that goes to exfoliating process🥰

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Yes, use a Salicylic Acid cleanser. The Inkey List 2% Salicylic Acid cleanser or CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser.

[@blackgalaxy6232]

Hi malisa,I have pigmentation on my cheeks area since from 4 years.my body colour is fair but my face dull and dark.i trying ordenery retinol 1.5 for 2 years no changes,it's not work for me.can u suggest me any wighting cream or serum for me please,I am from in uk

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hello 😃That's because it is too deep into the skin. And therefore, the topical products won't do much for it. So my advice would be to visit a professional in your area and ask for advice. You can try other topical products such as Alpha Arbutin and or Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), but I highly doubt that it will make a difference. They aren't that expensive, so if you cannot visit a professional for whatever reason, you can try them. 😉

[@paulasevean3226]

Hello love your video what eye cream/ serum do you recommend for mature skin

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) Thank you! :) Are you referring to a hydrating eye serum/cream or for fine lines?

[@saherkhan6226]

Hi.being very helpful regarding skin care i want to know which ordinary products are for my skin as i am having acne acne scars open pores and i didn't get alpha arbutin 2%HA in launceston Australian please recommend something for me.TIA.stay blessed

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) If you still have active acne, I recommend looking for a 4%-5% Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser (AM) as well as a gentle Cleanser (PM) and a 0,2% or 0,3% Retinol serum or cream or Differin Gel (PM). You can use a moisturiser in the AM and/or PM if dryness occurs. Don't forget SPF during daytime.

[@saherkhan6226]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you so much.i ll try this stay blessed. And active acne is now very low but having scars /marks all over my cheeks n chin

[@shriyagadichandha]

Can u suggest a serum for glowing skin please?????please?please

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hmm..what are your skin concerns? What's your skin type? What skincare products do you currently use? A Vitamin C serum or certain moisturisers can make the skin more luminous.

[@gerlindehudak9149]

Thank you ❤️

[@ivettevegarodriguez7749]

Hi girl ,i need you advice i need a routine for my niece ,she is 30 but she still have acne and little scar cause by the acne,i want her use the correct products and she is starting to use the Ordinary .Thanks

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Hey! :) What's her skin type? Does she have post-acne marks or physical scars?

[@ivettevegarodriguez7749]

She have the t zone type of skin and the rest is dry skin ,she have scars from past acne

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Have a look at a Niacinamide Serum (The Ordinary, Inkey List, Geek & Gorgeous..etc) and a Retinol/Granactive Retinoid/Retinal Serum (Paula's Choice, Cerave, The Ordinary or Geek & Gorgeous). Those are just some examples! :)

[@ivettevegarodriguez7749]

Thank you so much.

[@DebbieSparrow]

I'm 65 years old. Which product would be for large pores on nose and chin?

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

I recommend using a Retinol/Retinal or Retinoid. If you can get tretinoin, use that one 0,05%; otherwise, use Paula's Choice 0,3% Retinol + Bakuchiol or Geek and Gorgeous A-Game Retinol 0,1%. And do not forget to moisturize well during the day because the retinol/retinoid will make your skin dryer. A great moisturizer would be Paula's Choice Omega Complex+ or NIOD hydration vaccine.

[@irineakeneos9022]

This kind of isn't related to the video but do you have any good products that are good to get rid of like acne scarring. There was a spot I used to pick at all the time and its left a dark stain on my chin and its been over a year now.

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Yeah, some are very stubborn and stay for a very long time, sometimes years. You can try to use a brightening ingredient such as Ascorbic Acid and Alpha Arbutin and only use it on the spot, or generally, retinol should also help since it also has anti-aging benefits at the same time :)

[@irineakeneos9022]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you so much

[@AlbaroArmas]

Hi which combination is better CeraVe foaming facial cleanser normal to oily CeraVe resurfacing Retinol serum Or Cetaphil daily facial cleanser normal to oily CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum. (My face is oily and I have acne marks)

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

From my experience, Cetaphil cleanser tends to sting on sensitive skin, whereas CeraVe doesn't do that. But from a washing perspective, both perform great!

[@tokec8471]

Should I wash my face with cold or warm water after cleansing? :) *I've heard cold water close the pores, so it's good*

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

That is a myth pores do not open and close. So you can use lukewarm water to feel comfortable on your skin.

[@harkisingh]

I recently purchased the ordinary squalene cleanser and it says use on dry skin but won’t my hands be dirty as soon as I wake up? Or can I wet my face first and then use the cleaner even though they say use on dry face. Thanks

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

If you're concerned about dirty hands, wash them with hand soap, dry them, and then use TO cleanser on dry skin. See here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laqXdo2jbL2mns0si=fMKhjQLN66AT2bIE

[@harkisingh]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thank you very much, appreciate you replying even on a old video!! Got a new subscriber!!

[@harkisingh]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Also I have another concern is that I have dark under eye circles is there any products you recommend for that?

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@harkisingh Hmm, not really. Dark circles are usually caused by hormones, lack of sleep, or food allergies. I would first look into these factors. :) And welcome to my channel 😃.

[@bintepakistan7754]

Plz recommend me some physical sunblocks?

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Paula's Choice but if you are from Pakistan is likely not available 😕

[@divamori]

Thanks

[@rachelvilleza1980]

❤❤❤

[@WickedKiss]

She doesn't really seem to know what she's talking about. 😂How did she get so many subscribers? NEXT!

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

Probably because she is a real person and cares about her subscribers? Even if someone like you is writing BS under her videos... 🤔

[@WickedKiss]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Lols yeah, okay. Pushing and selling products that most people haven't heard of. You probably just get paid by those companies to say whatever. 🤣

[@WickedKiss]

@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Also, lol nice ability to take criticism

[@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet]

@@WickedKiss Very interesting 🤔 What products and people are you referring to? And I am not paid by anyone to demonstrate these products; I primarily like to help people. So as a result, people subscribe to my channel and support it. And I think I am the only one on KZbin in the skincare scene that is not sponsored. 🤣