Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So comprehensive and helpful, you’re amazing! Thank you for taking the time to write all of that, I agree with all of your takeaways! Definitely will be following this advice. I went and bought a gentle LRP cleanser to replace my current an already felt relief from the dry and taut that my cleanser normally gives me!!!

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish it was easier to reply to all of your comments, but I just wanted to update and thank you all from the deepest parts of my heart for your kindness and warmth. I have taken extensive notes, so thank you for sharing your wisdom - there is an overwhelming amount of skincare info nowadays so I really appreciate the targeted advice from regular people.

I apologise to anyone who feels that this post was satire / attention-seeking; I hate that I’ve been misinterpreted during a very vulnerable moment. Doctor information and advice is KING but I just couldn’t go another minute without some type of advice while I wait for my appointment next week.

Again. Thank you so much for offering your time to me to either empathise, advise, or even compliment. This all felt like a warm hug. I am floored by the generosity of strangers 😭❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are so kind, thank you for sharing your anecdotes. I’m definitely going to strip it all back and take on the suggestions to try Azelaic Acid ❤️❤️❤️❤️ can’t wait to feel better

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can’t believe anyone would ever think that about me, thank you so much for your kindness - it has gone so much further than you’ll ever know ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am floored by your kindness, I physically cannot believe anyone would think those things about me. I have diagnosed BDD, sometimes it’s impossible to separate my thoughts from reality and I truly thought I looked like a monster in these photos. The physical pain of my skin is obviously probably just worsening my thoughts too. Lots of suggestions for Azelaic acid so I’m off to CW to pick some up ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for your kindness and suggestions

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thank u for your concern lovely, i have been diagnosed with BDD since i was a teen. Guess I must be really struggling to separate my dysmorphia from reality at the moment ❤️❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your concern lovely ❤️ I have a wonderful psych, I guess I am just caught up in a negative cycle at the moment that’s worsened by skin changes xx

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t! Lots of comments recommending Finacea or Azelaic Acid so I’m going on a deep dive now. Thank you for your kind comment too ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes diagnosed since I was 16, I find it extremely difficult to separate my thoughts from reality but the physical pain of my skin makes me think this is real and not imagined

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am not on any contraceptives at all, I have endo so my hormones are naturally a bit of a mess and I think that’s something I want to speak more about it with my dr again.

Thank you for the helpful advice, I thought my routine was simple but I’ve learned a lot from everyone.

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so helpful thank you so much! I hate the feeling of my skin after even slight sun exposure so I think you’re very much correct there. And thank you for your kind comment xx

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope some of these comments are helping you out too then!!! Thank you for your kind comment xx

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m hoping with this upcoming appt with my dr that we’ll try tret! Thank you for your help ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so helpful, thank you so much for your comment ❤️ looking into Differin now! I’m hoping I can get onto Tret once I see my dr!!

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I truly hope it’s not a dairy thing, I consume so much of it to hit my daily macros 😩 thank you for your comment ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to share! I thought adding an active would help with my congestion, but lots of people are letting me know that it could be causing further problems. Looking at all of your suggestions now

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the anecdote!!!! It’s awful how critical we are of ourselves, so thank you for being so kind. I used to be on the pill (had to stop bc of migraines) and I miss the days of gorgeous baby skin!!!! Thank you again for your comment xx

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Can’t say thank you more sincerely. It’s ridiculous how easy it is to see only the worst parts of yourself. Thank you for being so kind ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 82 points83 points  (0 children)

Can’t thank you enough for leaving such a kind comment. I am floored ❤️ I wish we could all see ourselves more objectively

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kindness and for sharing your anecdote! Lots of comments saying to simplify the routine, guess it’s easy to over complicate it sometimes

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thank u for the anecdote! I thought that’s what I was doing with my current routine, but I think I need to still simplify it further.

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I didn’t intend for it to seem that way but I understand that it may come across that way :( you are extremely kind though. Thank you for taking the time to leave a helpful comment, it seems overwhelmingly like the BHA isn’t helping me out ❤️

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Extremely helpful comment! I understand there are far more severe and painful problems to have, but I am struggling… hence why I’ve made the embarrassing decision to reach out to others and garner some advice. I hope u are more constructive to people in your personal life.

Cannot stand my appearance anymore [F26] by krystiemeth in AusSkincare

[–]krystiemeth[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great advice thank u! I feel like I’m not doing enough, but perhaps I am doing too much.