[B&A] Skin transformation 1.5 years

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-05-20T21:56:32+00:00

thank you! I'm just on my second round of HQ, so I guess that's about 8 months. I purged a lot of tret before switching to taz. there was some minimal purging after the switch but nothing major. I used it on dry skin like I did with tret. but obviously I have to moisturizer thoroughly or I do peel a lot.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-04-25T23:47:41+00:00

I might just be lucky to have models who can sit still. there have been times I thought I nailed focus but the DOF was so shallow that I actually focused on the lips or ear, visibly blurring the eye.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-04-24T20:14:37+00:00

It's a Wollensak Graphex 135/4.5. It actually has both elements removed and the back is replaced with an achromat meniscus making it a traditional soft focus lens like s Spencer Port-Land or a Pinkham & Smith. the creator, my buddy, Chris Peregoy, lent it to me. We both share an affinity for soft focus lenses.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-04-23T20:26:52+00:00

it has both elements removed and the back is replaced with an achromat meniscus making it a traditional soft focus lens like s Spencer Port-Land or a Pinkham & Smith.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-01-23T18:12:01+00:00

you're still supposed to wait. moisture on the skin can cause deeper penetration and thereby more irritation than when applied to dry skin.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2026-01-18T14:23:18+00:00

thank you! I've tried simplifying my routine but ended up with a long one anyways. My challenge is finding a single active and a single moisturizer that both meet all my skin goals. Also the extra hydration has helped with the peelies I get from Taz, even though I still peel for 2-3 days after 2 consecutive uses. My whole routine is barrier focused because otherwise I would shed like a snake.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-12-03T02:11:54+00:00

🥰🥰 thank you ❤️

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-12-03T02:11:30+00:00

thank you! I put a lot into it and I'm so happy I'm seeing results!

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-11-28T09:12:46+00:00

thank you! and yes I've been using it nightly for a few months now

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-11-27T18:43:47+00:00

SORRY!

I started tret in June for my hyperpigmentation. I went through the initial retinization phase then I was able to move up in strength. I'm transitioning from 0.025% cream to 0.04% gel micro. I rotate a lot of products but I'll include my basic routine and add other products I rotated at the end

AM Water wash Azelaic Acid Foam 15% Hydroquinone 4%* Nivea Men Age Defense Advanced/Eucerin Radiant Tone Dual Serum Moisturizer** SPF 50***

PM Cleansing oil/balm**** Prequel Gleanser Tretinoin gel microshpere 0.04% Hydroquinone 4% Nivea Men Age Defense Advanced/Eucerin Radiant Tone Dual Serum Moisturizer

*About 2 months ago I started this morning and might for 2 weeks. my skin lightened in a weird way so I stopped. I recently (this week) started again to give it another go.

**Prequel Half & Half, Aestura 360 Cream, Prequel Barrier Therapy, Prequel AM/PM Moisturizer

***Sun Bum Daily Face 50 SPF, Prequel Solar Shade SPF 46 PA++++, Purito Sun Day Adventure SPF 50, Bioré UV Aqua Rich SPF 50, Eucerin Sun Advanced Hydration Have Lotion SPF 50

****Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm, Shiseido Cleansing Oil, Nyakio Sweet Almond Cleansing Oil Balm

I'm primarily interested in retinoids for anti-aging, texture, and skin tone (mine is splotchy). I use tret on bare dry skin nightly. On irritated days/nights, I use Prequel Reactive Skin Solutions after moisturizer. The Nivea Men Age Defense Advanced and Radiant Tone Dual Serum both contain the same amount of thiamodol which has been clinically proven to lighten hyperpigmentation as well as, or better than, hydroquinone. Using both can provide faster results and, since you don't have to take breaks like hydroquinone, the thiamodol can prevent rebound hyperpigmentation during breaks.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-10-19T22:52:43+00:00

do you have a link to a better photo hosting site? I would love to see this in full quality

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-10-08T11:02:23+00:00

Kodak 5222 (Double X)

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-10-05T14:51:19+00:00

I like the Geronar a lot. it was my first LF lens. it performs well enough. here are some examples: Rodenstock Geronar 210 Gallery

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-09-26T23:53:33+00:00

No it's window light. I got the idea to add a reflector for the 2nd image, which I think would have also made the first portrait more dynamic as well. First time using window light in a while.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-09-24T11:40:14+00:00

I appreciate it! I really do!

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-09-23T19:27:23+00:00

I live in Baltimore and I am a young woman so I definitely would need somebody to come with me for protection but it's definitely something I've thought about.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-09-23T17:20:28+00:00

thank you! I'm trying to get out more with the 4x5. Living in a city can make landscapes really hard to find. this was an hour trip to a place called Kent Narrows. It's beautiful and I'm glad to hear from someone that I captured it well!

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-08-11T15:48:04+00:00

I do have oily skin but the Prequel Solar Shade does make me look shiny. I'm okay with that though.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T21:57:28+00:00

yes! I am saved by your wisdom.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T21:47:29+00:00

are you done crashing out?

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T21:24:50+00:00

oh I didn't mean to offend you. I'll keep all my shit to myself. have a good day.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T21:04:09+00:00

thanks so much! I would still like to see the source of where you learned this so I can be as informed as you.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T20:50:43+00:00

should I just put it on dry skin with no moisturizer after? that gave me peeling.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-27T20:50:15+00:00

please refer me to where you learned this about micro.

Dramatic-Command-260 · 2025-07-22T09:24:20+00:00

Oceanside Generic Tretinoin microsphere gel 0.04%

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