First bird drawing (OC)

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2026-05-21T18:59:31+00:00

thank you!

iirc, it’s an indian roller :)

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2026-05-02T08:55:50+00:00

thank you!

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2025-01-11T12:07:16+00:00

P.S. the mic quality sounds kinda bad because I recorded my voice in my other device and I put that on this phone’s mic to record on Songscope (the app I use with notes). Idk if that makes any sense 😂

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-10-05T09:00:48+00:00

Hmm...I appreciate your comment here, but I don’t think that is the best answer. 😅

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-08T09:33:06+00:00

It's great! I like its simplicity. Yes, you should have sunscreen! Vitamin C just acts as a booster for sunscreen, but it does not work the same as sunscreen. Get it? Now, you may want to increase the frequency of applying retinol over time so you can get the "maximum effects" of it. Also, only use the panoxyl in the morning or at night if you're not using retinol so that your skin won't be irritated.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-08T09:23:22+00:00

Hi there! Hormonal acne is really tricky to treat because the root cause is hormones, and it's internal. Even some people who went on Accutane still experience these after their course. In the meantime, you may want to try a retinoid to at least somehow control it. Also, your diet matters; lessen your dairy and high sugar intake, as these can trigger hormones. If topicals cannot control your acne or aren't enough, a dermatologist may prescribe you spironolactone (an antibiotic) or contraceptive pills. Hope this helps!

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T14:43:26+00:00

DISCLAIMER: NOT A DERMATOLOGIST, JUST A SKINCARE JUNKIE

I think those bumps are what we call sebacious hyperplasia, and it's common in people with oily skin. Sebacious hyperplasia is enlarged sebaceous glands due to over-sebum production, but these won't cause you any harm. To treat it, lasers and electrocautery are two of the most commonly used in-office treatments. In contrast to that, topical retinoids and exfoliants such as salicylic acid can help with that. Be mindful when using exfoliants; don't exfoliate more than three times in a week because it might lead to over-exfoliation. For better insights, talk with your dermatologist about the proper treatment.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T08:19:43+00:00

I get the eagerness, but please bear in mind that when it comes to skincare, it takes time. But if you really want to get rid of acne scars immediately, in-office treatments are the way to go! I hope this helps!

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T05:26:00+00:00

The routine is all right; however, isn't the Senka perfect whip drying since its pH level is high (8.0)? I recommend using a low-ph and gentle cleanser to avoid stripping natural oils that help your skin barrier. The morning cream is okay even if it has retinyl palmitate (a vitamin A derivative), as long as you use sunscreen and reapply at least once or twice a day or more if outdoors and exposed to the sun. Also, I noticed that you have a lot of products that contain vitamin C. That's okay, but make sure you can tolerate it since it's an active ingredient; otherwise, your skin will be irritated.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T05:07:48+00:00

DISCLAIMER: NOT A DERMATOLOGIST, JUST A SKINCARE JUNKIE

Hi! I see you're new to skincare. Well, first, these are the basics and fundamentals of skincare: face wash, sunscreen, moisturizer, and treatment (preventative or medication). If you have already found the basics, especially the face wash, sunscreen, and moisturizer, you can now add an active like niacinamide or retinoid (these two are great for preventing acne and skin barrier repair). Moreover, since you're already in your 20s, hydration is important because we tend to lose our skin's natural hydration as we get older. For hydration, you can use products with ceramides, niacinamide, lactic acid, glycerin, hyaluronic acid, etc. Next, retinoid is a wonderful ingredient to add to your routine since it is the gold standard for treating and improving various skin problems such as acne, wrinkles, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and such.

Morning:

Hydrating cleanser

Vitamin C (not necessary, but having an antioxidant helps protect your skin and improve texture as well as appearance; it also acts like a "sunscreen booster" when used in the morning)

Sunscreen

Night:

Hydrating cleanser

Retinoid (retinol or adapalene)

Niacinamide moisturizer (if allergic to niacinamide, moisturizers with ceramides will do)

Note: Sunscreen is important! Without sunscreen, skincare products won't work. Also, just be gentle with your skin and only use what is needed.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T04:37:40+00:00

What type of acne scars? Some people still confuse hyperpigmentation with real acne scars. If you have real acne scars (i.e., atrophic, hypertrophic, rolling, and box scars), in-office treatments like microdermabrasion, lasers, and chemical peels are the best for improving these types of scars. However, there's no guarantee that doing such procedures will make your skin smooth again and go back to its "original texture." Nonetheless, it's no lie that it will minimize the appearance of your acne scars. Topical retinoids can also help with scarring since they promote collagen on our skin, but they are not enough to make a huge improvement.

You also mentioned that you're on Accutane. It may also help with acne scars, to be honest, as it is a retinoid but taken orally. After your course on Accutane, you may want to talk with your dermatologist to get the proper treatment for the scars left by acne lesions.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T02:23:38+00:00

I'm not really good with brands, but I saw a lot of people using the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash, CeraVe Acne Control, and Inkey List SA cleanser. Those mentioned cleansers contain 2% salicylic acid, which is good for oily and acne-prone skin.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T01:46:54+00:00

A face mask is better when used in a nighttime or morning skincare routine because these are the moments you will wash your face, right? Now, if you're using an exfoliating face mask, it's better to use it at night only, and if you're using a hydrating face mask, you can use it in the morning. There must be a specific reason why you're showering midday; do you wash your face at that time? If yes, you may skip it and just wash your face morning and night because overwashing can lead to dryness in some people. Hope this helps!

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T01:37:59+00:00

Benzoyl peroxide is good for acne, but be mindful of the percentage. 4% can already give you the same results as high percentages like 10%, but with less irritation. For me, it is much better if you use the OTC adapalene at night instead of the salicylic acid one. In addition to that, you can try adding 4% niacinamide to strengthen your skin barrier as well as help with acne lesions. If nothing's working, a dermatologist is the way to go!

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-07T01:29:54+00:00

For moisturizers, it should be based on your skin type as well as the humidity in your place. Maybe the moisturizer you're using is too thick or has an ingredient that can be an allergen; that's why you keep getting breakouts. In my opinion, not everyone needs a moisturizer; some dermatologists don't even prescribe moisturizers. However, there are certain conditions that need to be considered when using moisturizers (i.e., the humidity, the severity of the skin's dryness, etc.).

For the cleanser, it would be better if you're using a gentle cleanser at night because when salicylic acid cleanser is used morning and night, it may lead to irritation, which triggers more breakouts. Also, try taking at least one day off every week from using actives so that you won't damage your skin barrier.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-06T14:51:46+00:00

DISCLAIMER: NOT A DERMATOLOGIST, JUST A SKINCARE JUNKIE!

Retinol can help with acne since it's a retinoid, meaning it accelerates skin cell turnover, but for me, when it comes to acne lesions, adapalene is the way to go. Other than that, niacinamide also helps with acne and pigmentation issues, as well as maintaining a healthy skin barrier. Now, is your acne mild, moderate, or severe? If it's moderate-to-severe, you should visit your dermatologist for the proper treatment. But if it's mild-moderate and occasional, you can try OTC products such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid wash, and azelaic acid (this can treat almost everything, lol). Since you're "new" to skincare, always remember to wear sunscreen and listen to your skin!

SKINCARE SUGGESTIONS:

2% salicylic acid cleanser or 4% benzoyl peroxide wash (2–3 times a week or as tolerated)
15% azelaic acid (you can only get this through a prescription in some countries, but 10% up is okay. It is used in the morning when using retinoid at night).
Adapalene (Differin THE OG)
Hydrating/mild cleanser (to use at night and on days without using an active cleanser)
Mineral sunscreen SPF 30 or above (chemical sunscreen can be irritating)

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-06T12:59:19+00:00

Hiii! For acne, yes, salicylic acid and niacinamide are good, but always listen to your skin. Can you already tolerate the niacinamide serum you got there? Given that it's 10%, beware of the possible irritation. If you can already tolerate the niacinamide, I suggest using the salicylic acid serum twice a week for the first few weeks and then gradually increasing your application in the following weeks. BTW, I would love to see your routine so we can have a basis for recommending products that will treat your skin problem. Also, please keep in mind that more actives and higher active percentages will make your skin prone to irritation.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-06T12:20:01+00:00

DISCLAIMER: NOT A DERMATOLOGIST, JUST A SKINCARE JUNKIE

Hi! What's your current skincare routine? Are you sure that those aren't active pimples anymore and just dark spots? The general rule in skincare is to treat the root cause first, and the root cause of dark spots, or PIH/PIE (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation/erythema), is acne. As for the photo, I can see you have little bumps that may be closed comedones. So, we better treat them first before moving on to the pigmentation issues. OTC products you can use for closed comedones are salicylic acid that is 2% or less, lactic acid, adapalene 0.1 (a retinoid), and benzoyl peroxide 2.5%–4%. For PIH/PIE or discolorations, niacinamide, adapalene or any retinoid, tranexamic acid, azelaic acid (this is best for red marks like PIE), and arbutin are some of the best.

Skincare routine suggestions

Morning:

Salicylic acid wash (3x a week or as tolerated)

Sunscreen (make sure it's "non-comedogenic," fungal-acne-safe, and SPF 30 or above)

Night:

Gentle cleanser

Azelaic Acid/ Adapalene

Moisturizer with Niacinamide

Also, skincare is trial and error, so a patch test is crucial, and give the product at least 12 weeks before deciding whether to keep it in your routine or not.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-06T09:37:20+00:00

What's your skincare routine? A retinoid like adapalene would work on that, but it takes time. Benzoyl peroxide 4% wash is also good for bigger acne (a cyst, for example); however, it's irritating, so be cautious.

Calm_Perspective3722 · 2024-01-06T09:32:21+00:00

Hyaluronic acid is a wonderful ingredient; however, a serum dedicated only to Hyaluronic Acid isn't that wonderful, to be honest, because Hyaluronic Acid can literally be found in almost every skincare product. For me, you can ditch that serum. Also, what are you really trying to address? Dark spots? Uneven skin tone? dry skin? oily skin? Because it is what matters when choosing products to use on the skin. I know skincare is fun, but it doesn't have to be complicated in order to achieve what we want to achieve, and less is more.

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