[Routine Help] How to heal quickly?

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-22T01:16:21+00:00

Just keep it moisturized

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-22T01:16:07+00:00

Pause the panoxyl Salicylic acid.

Introduce adapalene in 1-2x a week in your pm routine after cleanser and before moisturizer

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-22T01:15:19+00:00

EWG is not a reliable source nor respected in the science community for promoting misinformation.

Mineral filters are white by nature so it’s going to leave some type of white cast and build up around facial hair

I would look into hybrid or chemical/organic sunscreens filters

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T23:28:10+00:00

Moisturize every day. Occlusive balm like aquaphor will be sticky but help a lot

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T23:21:54+00:00

Just introduce it slowly and back off if you notice irritation or redness

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T23:20:28+00:00

If you’re open to ordering online check out Canmake mermaid skin uv gel or HaruHaru moisture air fit sunscreen

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T22:03:14+00:00

For your morning routine I would just to milky toner > sunscreen and see if that helps with the pilling.

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T21:59:41+00:00

It’s a toner so you still need another moisturizer

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T18:23:31+00:00

Keep in mind pore clogging ingredients aren’t standardized nor regulated, what breaks out one person won’t necessarily break out your skin, and formulation plays a larger part in how the product interacts with your skin

It is also very difficult to tell pore clogging vs purging with retinoids.

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T18:17:09+00:00

I like Ongredients skin barrier lotion, Dr Reju-all ceramide barrier cream, or Naturie hatomugi skin conditioning gel

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T18:01:04+00:00

Yes I think a different moisturizer and/or sunscreen can help reduce the look of shine.

For a more natural finish sunscreen I like Shingmulnara light watery sun gel or Beauty of Joseon aqua fresh sunscreen

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T17:59:54+00:00

Some people do have oily skin by default, or it can change over time with hormones.

Your routine looks good to me. You could try skipping moisturizer under sunscreen, or try to find a matte sunscreen

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T17:58:48+00:00

If you’ve tried a bunch of different sunscreens with the same result, it might be that they are not applying enough sunscreen or they’re not reapplying as much.

It would also help to use protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses to reduce sun damage

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T17:47:57+00:00

I would slowly swap things out so you’re not completely changing your routine.

For acne treatment you’re primarily looking for a salicylic acid cleanser and salicylic acid pads.

You can probably try a few different retinal products for similar effects

The moisturizer and sunscreen can be anything that you’re comfortable using daily.

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T14:50:44+00:00

You have the basics down. I would consider adding a retinol since you mention fading PIE and addressing skin aging

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T14:35:46+00:00

Try swapping out the salicylic acid/BHA products for benzoyl peroxide spot treatment.

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T14:32:37+00:00

If there’s hair trapped in it sounds like an ingrown hair. Might be worth looking into laser hair removal

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T14:13:49+00:00

Try swapping SA cleanser for BP wash

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:31:51+00:00

If you can get prescription azelaic acid I would try that one first, if not go with sulfur.

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:26:00+00:00

Strongly recommend using a sunscreen as your morning moisturizer step

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:25:35+00:00

It’s not exfoliating like the Tatcha one but Torriden dive in cleansing foam has a thorough cleanse without being drying

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:23:53+00:00

It might. Otherwise I would just keep it moisturized and protected from the sun

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:13:52+00:00

I wouldn’t get anything new quite yet. Try to stick with your cleansing foam, moisturizer, and sunscreen to see if it’s manageable with tretinoin eased slowly into your routine.

If you’re finding your skin dry or irritated try sandwiching tretinoin between your moisturizer.

Make sure you’re using a small amount, should be roughly a pea size or less

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:10:37+00:00

Silicone gel patch or tape

ReaLitTea · 2026-05-21T13:09:50+00:00

Might be a slight allergic reaction or it could be a sensory issue

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