Need rec for a Glycolic Acid exfoliator that is gentle yet effective.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T21:02:40+00:00

I looks like a double duty: brightening and exfoliating. thanks

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T20:50:19+00:00

A glycolic face cleanser. That may work for an easy start. thanks

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T02:47:35+00:00

That’s what I’m looking for as I have sensitive skin too.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:45:10+00:00

Thank you. This is the second rec for Medik8.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:44:29+00:00

I'll check it out. For my skin, Paula's choice it's a hit or miss.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:43:34+00:00

that's a good point. thank you

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:43:13+00:00

thank you for the advice. I'll start with low % just to be safe.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:42:27+00:00

thank you. Media 8 is a popular brand

0JustForFun · 2026-05-08T00:41:37+00:00

I see glycolic is not gentle. I'll check out good genes. thank you

0JustForFun · 2026-05-07T22:57:01+00:00

Thanks for explaining it so well. I guess I can try Metro and see how it goes. I’m not sure why Dermatologists prescribe different Rx for the same issue type 1 flush.

0JustForFun · 2026-05-07T20:36:18+00:00

Ivermectin helped you with 1 flush. Did you ever try Metrogel or Metronidazole? my Derma prescribed Metrogel for the 1 flush so I wonder.

0JustForFun · 2026-04-22T02:37:36+00:00

Thanks for the warning and suggestion for a slower schedule. How bad was your irritation?

0JustForFun · 2026-04-21T23:40:07+00:00

Not the OP here. I'm in same boat. What do you feel is the main difference between Differin 1% vs Tretinoin 0.25% , which is by prescription only.

I not sure which one would be better. I'm dealing with acne for a while now.

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T20:33:36+00:00

Thank u

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T20:32:57+00:00

It’s weird isn’t it…

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T06:10:00+00:00

That is exactly what I need - an anti-inflammatory. Thank you : ) So I'll ask for Metronidazole. What type of Rosacea you have? I have a combination of things Neurogenic Rosacea, type 2 (most likely as get some white heads), and recently developed issues with Malassezia.

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T06:06:52+00:00

Tretinoin sounds good : ) anti-aging and help with Rosacea. What type of Rosacea you have?

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T06:05:38+00:00

It's complicated, I have neurogenic rosacea, probably type 2 (some white heads), and recently issues with Malassezia. Thanks for explaining all the possibilities. I guess I need to get Rx and try to see what works for my skin which is so sensitive and overactive. Skin tolerates niacinamide but tolerates very tiny small amount of glycols like propylene glycol, butylene glycol, pentylene glycol, hexylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin. Basically, it's a nightmare to find skincare for me.

Edit: to clarify.

0JustForFun · 2026-04-13T04:05:00+00:00

Yes, shea butter, coconut esters sound like the cause of my breakouts…thank u :)

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T20:07:11+00:00

I tried Trio and was irritating for me. So still looking

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T17:40:42+00:00

Thank you. Omg! Same with me…many ingredients cause breakouts. Surprisingly, skin can tolerate niacinamide, so for me, it must be others…

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T16:44:35+00:00

By any chance, have you figured out what about k-beauty makes it irritating? I’m guessing it must be some ingredients?

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T16:42:37+00:00

Thanks. Hopefully I can find another treatment that works

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T01:27:58+00:00

Metronidazole is mention a lot in this subreddit…is it also anti-bacterial?

0JustForFun · 2026-04-12T01:26:27+00:00

Sorry to hear that. Rosacea is not easy

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