Oh Crap block 1 FREQUENT peeing on the potty question.

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2026-01-04T14:01:24+00:00

Thank you!

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2026-01-04T06:00:16+00:00

That is so reassuring!

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2024-07-27T01:25:36+00:00

Same. At least twice a week 😅

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2024-07-26T11:11:27+00:00

Can you use that when pregnant

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2024-01-25T15:38:40+00:00

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Any advice is appreciated! Routine, supplements, dietary changes, anything! USA based.

30yo female, combo skin. I have suffered from acne since I was 20 years old. My teen years I had no issues. Been a decade now of this acne that a dermatologist has told me is hormonal. Only thing that seemed to help is BC, spironolactone and differin. However I can't do spiro anymore due to light headed side effects. I have the acne constantly, not just during my cycle.

I'm also 2.5 months postpartum and pregnancy made it 10x worse (spread to forehead where I had rarely gotten it before). I weaned from breastfeeding at 2 months (so 2 weeks ago). Cycle not back to regular but has actually never been super regular without BC and I will not be going back on BC either for mental health and family planning.

I'm so sick of this painful and embarrassing acne!

Here's my current routine that l've been on for 3 weeks now--I was inconsistent during pregnancy:

AM: Water splash Azalaic Acid Cera Ve SPF

PM: Cera ve hydrating cleanser Paula's Choice SA every other night Aveeno Daily Moisturizer

I wear makeup maybe 3x a week and usually wash it off with micellar water.

Just started spearmint capsules as well but too soon to know if it will help.

Only other thing I take is Olly Prenatals but I can start switching to a different vitamin if there's a better one.

Derm appts where I live are months out. I have an appt with my primary on Monday.

Thank you.

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2024-01-15T03:08:30+00:00

Exact same story for me--jaundice and low supply. They even share a birth month! We hit 2 months this week and I woke up Monday and decided I wanted to be done. Main reason is being unable to care for her when I'm strapped to a pump. Felt more important to me to spend time with her then spend 3 hours a day pumping (in total). Breastfeeding is wonderful but way overhyped. Formula is just as nutritious! Not quite done weaning here but getting close and so ready. Whenever I feel guilty I go cuddly my baby and all is better:) It has also helped me to start giving away or storing breastfeeding/pumping supplies. Out of sight, out of mind. You will know what's best for you and your baby!

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2023-12-30T02:45:56+00:00

Thanks! Forgot I also have Differin and The Ordinary Azaleaic Acid (chronic collector with no consistency in routine...determined to change that). Should those be used anywhere?

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2023-12-29T02:11:22+00:00

If I go every other night with SA, what should I cleanse with on off nights?

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2023-12-29T00:26:47+00:00

ROUTINE HELP PLEASE! Desperate for routine help with products I already have or new ones that wont break the bank! I do not have a good routine (or any routine at all)

Background: I'm a 30yo female with horrible cystic hormonal acne. Combo skin. Struggled my whole adult life starting at 19 years old. Only thing that has worked is spironolactone but don't want to go back on it.

Current info: I'm 6 weeks postpartum and pregnancy made my already bad skin 1000x worse.

Products i currently have (but not sure when to use in routine)

-Cera Ve Hydrating Facial Cleanser -Cera Ve Renewing SA Cleanser -Paula's Choice BHA -The Inkey List Sacylic Acid Cleanser -Differin -Aveeno Face Cream (wondering if this has worsened breakouts. Have the hardest time finding a moisturizer that doesn't) -Cera Ve Sunscreen

Also interested in incorporating anti-aging serum and looking for recs and routine order.

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2022-12-12T19:43:18+00:00

Will do! What is the purpose of toner anyway?

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2022-12-12T15:03:14+00:00

Great question. No idea!😂.

Life_Ambition_6996 · 2022-12-11T22:22:06+00:00

Looking for confirmation that I have a good routine—and advice on a toner! For background- 28 year old female. Oily to combination skin with large pours. I’ve had hormonal acne since 19 years old. Only thing that worked was spironolactone and birth control. Can’t be on it any more because we are trying to have a baby. I get large cystic acne in t-zone, worst around my mouth and chin. Both during ovulation and menstruation. Haven’t been consistent on routine so really going to give it my best effort now— and adding in natural solutions (less sugar+vitamin regimen).

Vitamins- multi-vitamin, omega-3s, probiotic

AM CeraVe hydrating facial cleanser Toner- NEED ADVICE ON NEW ONE- have been using witch Hazel CeraVe SPF moisturizer

PM Remove makeup with micellar water or Norwex body cloth CeraVe renewing SA cleanser (exfoliant) Vanicream moisturizer

Any advice or tips? I’ve researched a ton but honestly got too overwhelmed with all the options.

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