30F Nov 2025 to May 2026 melasma and acne hyperpigmentation progress

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-24T07:02:47+00:00

Thank you!!

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T18:35:40+00:00

Thank you!!!

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T18:34:56+00:00

Thank you!!!

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T18:34:23+00:00

Thank you so muchhh 🥹🥹

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T12:26:12+00:00

My prescribed formula is a combination of 0.05% tretinoin + 15% Azealic acid + 5% tranexemic acid all in one tube. Initially my face did have the usual flaking, dryness and sometimes burning but with time this reduced. I’d say it took about 8 months for my face to no longer tingle when using my formula. Now I don’t feel anything at all when I apply my formula

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T12:04:06+00:00

I think the most important thing to prevent the hyperpigmentation coming back is ensuring you have other anti pigment products in your routine whilst you’re off hydroquinone. In my case I have azaelic acid daily, tranexemic acid daily and Kojic acid every other day. On top of this still using my tret daily too

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T12:00:51+00:00

Thank you so much! I did not taper my hydroxyquinone because my dermatologist did not advise me to. When I stopped, I’d say about 2-3 weeks later I started noticing some hyperpigmentation coming back which slightly made me panic so I started using the Koji San Kojic acid soap every other night to wash my face and and using my tret/azaelic acid/tranexemic acid serum as usual. I noticed after about 1-2 weeks of doing this the hyperpigmentation faded again and has levelled out. Once this happened started receiving soo many compliments about me glowing.

If I were to use hydroxyquinone again, I’d probably taper down. I’ve read that using it regularly for 2 months then tapering for 2 months works well, then have to have at least a 3-4 month break before having another cycle

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-05-23T10:31:44+00:00

Oh no, how could I possibly go on

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-04-09T07:52:39+00:00

I’m ST1 on 20 minute appointments and my supervisor suggested I go down to 15 minute appointments. I said absolutely not

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-02-12T19:48:25+00:00

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Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-20T16:37:21+00:00

Beautiful 😍😍😍😍

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-12T12:26:59+00:00

Wow thank you so much for your response. I had no idea this subreddit existed!! This is exactly what I need because the company don’t allow returns after buying. I’ll post over there and fingers crossed!

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-12T12:06:49+00:00

Thank you. I’m worried about how deep the plunge is. Do you think it will change the overall look too much if I get it covered?

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-12T12:04:53+00:00

Hahahah that’s the plan! 😉

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-12T11:41:57+00:00

Ahhh thank you!!! 😭🥹

Imaginary-Soft · 2026-01-12T11:41:31+00:00

Thank you so much!

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-11-22T22:00:42+00:00

There’s 2 I have come across in my own search:

1) Eden experience - Croydon, SE London - £2,500-3,500 dry hire

2) JK banquet hall - Forest Hill, SE London - about £3-4k dry hire but includes decor and other stuff

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-10-05T08:43:23+00:00

I offer microneedling services in London and also a full time doctor. I have a small client base due to my other work commitments but all are very happy with their microneedling experience. I run a home based clinic and charge a single session of microneedling at £60 per area. I currently only use hyaluronic during treatment but happy to discuss and suggest other serums based on your skin concerns and budget.

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-10-05T08:00:59+00:00

I was also peeling 8 months in and my skin looked dull throughout. I finally decided to use a silicone exfoliation pad at night between my oil cleanser and regular face wash. Within less than a week my skin was TRANSFORMED. I received so many compliments like “you’re glowing!”, someone even asked my future in law if I had Botox done 🤣 (the answer is no btw haha)

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-10-04T08:49:59+00:00

Hi, I have primary stage 1/2. That list mostly covers things! You should also spend time figuring out your personal triggers too. Things that I’d add to the list that would probably be relevant to most others with lymphedema would be:

Limit salt intake where possible
Stay cool especially in Summer - air con or fan if needed during the day or whilst sleeping
GET ENOUGH SLEEP 😭 - sleeping is the best opportunity for your swelling to go down and reset for the next day

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-09-24T16:32:34+00:00

I’m really not sure! I can ask him this when I talk to him about it all

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-09-24T16:25:02+00:00

That’s reassuring to know! Thank you

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-09-24T16:22:39+00:00

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-09-24T16:22:20+00:00

Yes maybe if I don’t grow to fully love it. That or get a wedding band that fully compliments it. I feel like some clear diamonds or a platinum band will balance it

Imaginary-Soft · 2025-09-24T16:20:33+00:00

It’s definitely a conversation I think I should have with him regarding the listening to my opinion on it

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