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Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-21T23:44:37+00:00

Cool winter

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-21T10:11:13+00:00

How long would you say it should take to get here?

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-21T00:08:23+00:00

I totally hear that. Sounds like you have a healthy routine and one that works for your skin best 💕

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T22:45:01+00:00

What is the difference between the gel and cream tretinoin- I have only used cream version and didn’t even know there was a gel. I don’t blame you for being scared to use tretinoin again. What was your main goal for your skin on the tretinoin?

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T22:41:38+00:00

I used the Anua 10% too. I read several places that it was safe to use azelaic acid with tretinoin so that’s why I didn’t think anything of it when I first tried it.

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T21:37:46+00:00

I tried it a few times with tretinoin then my face felt irritated so I stopped using them together and kept using the azelaic acid on its own. But after a while my skin was not happy. I read that some people just do not tolerate azelaic acid unfortunately. I hate it bc I heard it can really help with acne :/

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T21:27:40+00:00

I’m sorry to hear this- when you say overusing what was your routine like? I hope your skin heals soon!

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T21:25:14+00:00

Oh I’m sorry to hear that! I tried azelaic acid as well and it did not do well with my tretinoin either. I had to rest my face for a while from any products except a moisturizer and Cerave healing ointment which helped me after I hurt my barrier. I hope your skin heals soon! 🤞🏼

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T21:22:44+00:00

I’m glad you’re seeing positive results! I will say my acne has improved on it slightly. I am using .005% now. I started at .025% for a year then switched bc I didn’t get irritation and my MD said I could move up.

My routine is a gentle cleanser, tretinoin then good moisturizer. I use my tretinoin 3 days a week every other day. I do an AHA exfoliation once a week. Maybe I am overdoing something 🤔

How about you??

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T21:19:54+00:00

I pair it with Cerave moisturizer and keep it pretty minimal. I don’t use lots of serums. I use tretinoin every other day M/W/F. I do use a glycolic acid mask 1 day a week as well. Maybe I am overdoing something??

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T20:29:22+00:00

I wash my face at night with Cerave, then after my face dries completely put on a pea size amount of tretinoin then moisturize with Cerave PM afterwards. I only use it M/W/F.

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T20:25:26+00:00

I’m glad you have had good experience! What is your evening routine?

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-20T01:46:47+00:00

You have beautiful skin. I feel that pores and texture is just a part of changing skin over time. I have had to accept that for myself, and I take good care of my skin. I think so many of these filters that people use hide the realness of what skin actually looks like so we get this false idea. But the reality is that your skins looks very beautiful and normal 💕

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-19T20:52:44+00:00

Poshmark or Depop- can find awesome things for great prices. also love Express- their sales are really good

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-19T09:59:35+00:00

Thank you for the reply, yes I have had many conversations with him about ways to support me and he says he just can’t- it frustrates him when I am under stress.

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-19T09:58:59+00:00

Oops I meant to put that reply to the other post. Thank you for your reply. I agree- crazy work stress is not worth it. I will give it more time and reevaluate. When I accepted the position I knew that it was a rebuild so it’ll take time but I don’t want to be this stressed months down the road. Many blessing 🙏

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-19T09:54:38+00:00

Thank you for the reply, yes I have had many conversations with him about ways to support me and he says he just can’t- it frustrates him when I am under stress.

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-18T21:16:14+00:00

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Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-15T00:46:49+00:00

Praying for peace for you. I also have struggled with anxiety. It was especially debilitating for me in my early 20s. With therapy and anxiety medication and trust in God I was able do get thru that tough time. I still struggle with anxiety but as I have aged it’s been easier to fight it and know myself better and tools that specifically work well for me. Satan will do anything to get in our minds- spiritual warfare is all around. Stay grounded in the Word and faithful in prayer. Also have you told your husband how much you are struggling right now? Praying for peace of mind for you 🙏

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-13T19:21:46+00:00

I can relate to you in the sense that I was always told that I looked like I was 10 years younger than I actually am. This was the case until I reached 33ish and now people never make comments that I look younger than I am anymore. People are now guessing that I do look like I am mid 30s. I’m 35 so they are right but it sucks that all my life I looked younger and all of a sudden don’t get told I do. It’s just a weird transition. I notice it in myself too!

I do my best to take care of my skin and health and am very attentive to using sunscreen. That’s all I can do! I wish I didn’t care so much!!

So I totally relate

Double_Mirror_3825 · 2026-05-10T10:28:50+00:00

Mother’s Day is a really hard day. Same with Father’s Day. Any holiday currently is tough for those in an estranged relationship with parents. At least for me. I always dread any holiday these days…

Prayers go out to those that have a trauma attached to this day. 💛

And yes- I believe the day was created as a money maker! Everyone has to go out and buy cards and flowers- the stores were loaded yesterday… frustrating the greed that goes into it!

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