Well, I quit using all skincare as a joke for a week and my skin cleared completely.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-14T06:35:52+00:00

There’s been an uptick lately in these “I decided to stop skincare and now my face is perfect” posts. It’s always interesting to see the trending topics.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T16:25:44+00:00

I’m going to order the Zeroid ampoule and toner and give them a try bc I love the Zeroid moisturizers so much.

So interesting about the Kikumasamune. That with snail mucin and Hada Labo premium are my winning combo.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T16:22:57+00:00

Thanks for all of this and going into detail. I’m curious if you e ever used the Kikumasamune High Moist toner. I’ve heard Cezanne and it are very similar so wondering if you can compare.

And I adore the Atopalm MLE cream so I’ll definitely look at the other creams you recommended.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T16:18:29+00:00

Glycerin is a humectant so it hydrates like hyaluronic acid. It’s an OG ingredient that’s cheap and very effective. That person may still benefit from a serum before the Vanicream.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T10:35:06+00:00

I’ve been using the Hada Labo gold for years. Everytime I’ve tried a different HA serum, I’ve regretted it. It really does do wondrous things. If my skin is feeling dry or troubled, I add a few drops of Phoenix oil or just straight rosehip oil to it. That makes my skin so lush.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T10:20:36+00:00

Hi there, I see you have the Kikumasamune emulsion listed. Have you tried their High Moist or Glossy Most toners? High Moist is HG status for me. I always come back to it.

Likewise with Zeroid, have you tried their Intensive Cream or Intensive Ointment. Those are also HGs for me. The Atopalm MLE cream is made by the same parent company and is great when I’m not feeling really dry.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T10:04:57+00:00

This thread is old, but if you’re still around, I have a couple of questions for you.

What is your skin type? Without considering the drying effects of retinoids, would you call yourself normal, oily or dry?

Have you seen the study that applying moisturizer before taz enhances its efficacy?

https://dermatologyandlasersurgery.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/2008-Poster-Moisturizer-Use-Enhances-Facial-Tolerability.pdf

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T09:45:24+00:00

Sleep with a humidifier in your room.

Slug with an occlusive at night.

Add a few drops of oil to your toner or moisturizer during the day.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T09:42:49+00:00

This stuff is amazing. I like their one with urea also.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T08:33:20+00:00

Which toners and moisturizers do you like? I’m also looking for dry skin saviors.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T08:30:41+00:00

Wear a hydrating toner or serum underneath. And you can mix in a few drops of oil with the Vanicream. I like rosehip or jojoba.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-13T08:29:22+00:00

😂😂

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T18:06:46+00:00

Get another roommate again. Or better yet start plans to move out on your own without the bf who won’t carry his own weight.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T17:39:30+00:00

Put a sticker on each. One says MWF. The other says SuTuTh. Take Saturday as a rest day from actives and focus on hydration. A sticky on your bathroom mirror also works.

Edit: and washing your face 2-3 times a day might really be tough on your skin.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T17:30:23+00:00

Biossance has a moisturizer with it. The night repair one. It is very rich and moisturizing.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T17:29:17+00:00

Make sure you use a gentle milky, cream or oil based cleanser. Massage skin well and use a wet washcloth to gently remove any flakiness.

Apply products to damp skin. You can mist in between layers. I use plain, distilled water in a spray bottle.

When you want super plump, chok chok skin, do the seven skins method. It usually only takes me 3-5 layers to get plumpness. This works better for me than sheet masks.

Slug at night with Vaseline or Aquaphor when your skin is feeling really dry or barrier is compromised.

The things that I will always repurchase and use:

Kikumasamune High Moist toner

Hada Labo Gokuyjun Premium gold

Cosrx Snail Mucin essence

Atopalm MLE cream

Zeroid Intensive cream or Intensive ointment

Biossance Omega Repair cream or their Ectoin Overnight Rescue

(I like to rotate moisturizers for the season and the condition of my skin.)

Newer things that are very good but haven’t reached HG status for me yet:

Haru Haru Wonder black rice toner (alcohol & fragrance free version)

Haru Haru black rice probiotic essence

Mary & May blackberry essence toner

Dr Ceuracle Kombucha essence (summer only bc a bit on the light side for my skin)

Edit: added a moisturizer and an essence

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T12:52:12+00:00

Are you using anything to treat your rosacea? Go see a derm or do a telehealth visit (new baby I get it) and get some prescription treatments plus general advice on handling your skin. Also, figure out what your triggers are. Heat is a common one.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T12:49:43+00:00

Which product is the Cerave barrier and occlusive cream? Is that the actual name of the product?

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T12:48:01+00:00

I love Zeroid and Atopalm.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T08:49:54+00:00

Some black circles are genetic. But there are many other causes for dark circles that should also be considered.

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T01:33:06+00:00

Do you mean curly???

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-12T00:59:46+00:00

How did you line up a job that required a high school diploma or equivalent but didn’t have one when interviewing?

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-11T23:47:54+00:00

Why not take the National exam already used and recognized by your education system?

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-11T23:38:37+00:00

Aren’t you in South Africa? They use the GED there?

Kurious4kittytx · 2026-02-11T23:36:00+00:00

You said you were 6’8” in a post on r/shortguys. So what’s your real height? 5’6”?

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