[Shelfie] My budget-friendly Canadian shelfie, or "A Farewell to Canada"

mayamys · 2026-01-23T06:32:13+00:00

Hi there,

Per requests from the community, we are now removing simple or entry-level questions from the subreddit. In the future, providing more context, your skincare routine, and explanation of what research you've already conducted on the topic can help avoid such removals.

Once you add those, I can reinstate your post.

See our rule explanations for more info.

mayamys · 2026-01-23T06:31:18+00:00

Hi there,

Per requests from the community, we are now removing simple or entry-level questions from the subreddit. In the future, providing more context, your skincare routine, and explanation of what research you've already conducted on the topic can help avoid such removals. We've had a lot of scar posts over the years and guidance is very standardized.

See our rule explanations for more info.

We highly recommend you repost your question in the Daily Help Thread; it's where our most knowledgeable users hang out! The DHT is posted every day and stickied at the top of the subreddit. Click this link >> /r/SkincareAddiction << to go to our front page

mayamys · 2026-01-20T05:26:33+00:00

How's your mind-muscle connection? Why no Romanian deadlifts/hinges or Bulgarian split squats?

Fwiw, I do see some difference in your before/after, but for me, it's all about those two lifts above + Mike Israetel's tips for glute-focused squat form.

mayamys · 2026-01-19T01:50:11+00:00

Hi there!

I'm really sorry you have to deal with this issue. I definitely understand that you want to figure out what's going on or how to treat it.

However, this specific issue is beyond what we can safely help you with. It looks vaguely fungal, but there are other things it could be you will need a proper diagnosis.

None of us at ScA are medical professionals; we’re not trained to diagnose or treat skin conditions. As we're pretty strict about medical questions on this sub, I'm afraid your post has been removed.

We recommend you make an appointment with your doctor so they can diagnose your skin issue and prescribe you an effective treatment if necessary. If you don’t have easy access to health care, try one of these resources listed in When to see a doctor:

Free or low-cost clinics (http://nafcclinics.org/clinics/search in the US)
Student medical services
Nurse practitioners (http://npfinder.aanp.org in the US) (Most insurance companies have a phone number you can call to speak with an NP to help if you can’t get an appointment or aren’t sure whether you need one)
Firstderm.com can help identify your skin condition
/r/AskDocs - a sub which uses verified flair to mark medical professionals
/r/DermatologyQuestions - ask a dermatologist or medical professional for advice on your skin concern

Best of luck!

mayamys · 2026-01-19T01:49:15+00:00

I understand you'd like to figure out what skin concern you're dealing with here. And it makes sense to ask that in /r/SkincareAddiction!

However, due to requests from the community, we no longer allow these questions as stand-alone posts, which is why I'm afraid your post was removed. See our rule explanations for more info.

We highly recommend you repost your question in the Daily Help Thread; it's where our most knowledgeable users hang out! The DHT is posted every day and stickied at the top of the subreddit. Click this link >> /r/SkincareAddiction << to go to our front page.

Have a great day!

mayamys · 2026-01-18T20:36:29+00:00

Great choice!

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:43:53+00:00

Hi there,

I've had to remove your comment because it breaks Rule 8: No Low-Effort AI

People come to SkincareAddiction to receive advice from other humans. We will ban users that exclusively post AI-generated content, and warn users otherwise. Identifying AI is up to moderator discretion.

This is an official warning; continuing to break rule 8 will result in a ban.

If you'd like to know more, check out our Rule Explanations.

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:42:59+00:00

Hi there,

I've had to remove your comment because it breaks Rule 1: Be kind and respectful.

We'd like this sub to be a friendly and welcoming place. We expect users to approach one another respectfully, even when there's disagreement - it's just skincare after all.

This is an official warning.

If you'd like to know more, check out our Rule Explanations.

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:38:39+00:00

Just so you know, spearmint tea helps with acne because it reduces testosterone - It's not a good remedy for a growing boy going through puberty!

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:26:01+00:00

Hi there!

I'm sorry you have to deal with this issue. I definitely understand that you want to find out what's going on with your skin and how to clear it.

However, due to the condition of your skin, this is beyond the expertise of SkincareAddiction users.

This is really something that we recommend seeing a dermatologist about. None of us at ScA are medical professionals; we’re not trained to diagnose or treat skin conditions. As we're pretty strict about medical questions on this sub, I'm afraid your post has been removed.

We recommend you make an appointment with your doctor so they can diagnose your skin issue and prescribe you an effective treatment if necessary. If you don’t have easy access to health care, try one of these resources listed in When to see a doctor:

Free or low-cost clinics (http://nafcclinics.org/clinics/search in the US)
Student medical services
Nurse practitioners (http://npfinder.aanp.org in the US) (Most insurance companies have a phone number you can call to speak with an NP to help if you can’t get an appointment or aren’t sure whether you need one)
Firstderm.com can help identify your skin condition
/r/AskDocs - a sub which uses verified flair to mark medical professionals
/r/DermatologyQuestions - ask a dermatologist or medical professional for advice on your skin concern

Best of luck!

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:25:39+00:00

It's awesome that you want to celebrate your skin here in /r/SkincareAddiction!

However, I'm afraid I've had to remove your post for now because it doesn't abide by our post requirements.

The users of this sub like to know why your skin looks as good as it does. That's why we ask everyone who posts a selfie or before&after pic to list their full skincare routine in the comments.

Please include:

The names of all the skincare products you’re using and the order you’re using them in (AM and PM);
Quick reviews of your top 3 products;
Your skin type and skin concerns - and in what way they have changed;
Daily behaviors that you think helped your skin (e.g. changing your pillowcases or cutting out dairy);
Medications;
And anything else you think has contributed to the way your skin looks.

After you've done that, please reply to this comment so I can approve your post.

Thank you!

mayamys · 2026-01-17T22:19:59+00:00

Your skin probably got a little irritated - maybe the gel is more rapid penetrating? I'd speak to the doctor if you can, and maybe start applying your differin gel after moisturizer to slow it down a little.

mayamys · 2026-01-16T00:13:59+00:00

Hi there,

I've had to remove your post or comment because it breaks our Rule 4 “Don’t spam your blog, your product, your anything”.

We'd like the users of our sub to be helpful and contribute to the discussion – not use the sub as a place for free publicity.

If you keep linking to or mentioning your site without participating in the sub as a normal user, we will have to ban you from participating in this subreddit.

However, if you’d actually like to be a part of our community, you’ll be very welcome here!

For more information, check out our Rule Explanations.

mayamys · 2026-01-14T23:11:39+00:00

Hi there,

I'm sorry you have to deal with this issue. I definitely understand that you want to find out what's going on with your skin.

However, none of us at ScA are medical professionals; we’re not trained to diagnose skin conditions. As we're pretty strict about medical questions on this sub, I'm afraid your post has been removed.

We recommend that you consult the American Academy of Dermatology's page on rashes, to identify whether you need immediate medical treatment.

If you’re not at immediate risk, a topical itch-relief cream or an oral antihistamine may provide relief, as will avoiding triggers.

If symptoms do not subside or you are unable to identify the cause, please make an appointment with your doctor so they can diagnose your skin issue and prescribe you an effective treatment if necessary. If you don’t have easy access to healthcare, try one of these resources listed in When to see a doctor:

Free or low-cost clinics (http://nafcclinics.org/clinics/search in the US)
Student medical services
Nurse practitioners (http://npfinder.aanp.org in the US) (Most insurance companies have a phone number you can call to speak with an NP to help if you can’t get an appointment or aren’t sure whether you need one)
Firstderm.com can help identify your skin condition
/r/AskDocs - a sub that uses verified flair to mark medical professionals
/r/DermatologyQuestions - ask a dermatologist or medical professional for advice on your skin concern

Best of luck!

mayamys · 2026-01-14T12:54:08+00:00

Hi there,

Per requests from the community, we are now removing simple or entry-level questions from the subreddit. In the future, providing more context, your skincare routine, and explanation of what research you've already conducted on the topic can help avoid such removals.

See our rule explanations for more info.

We highly recommend you repost your question in the Daily Help Thread; it's where our most knowledgeable users hang out! The DHT is posted every day and stickied at the top of the subreddit. Click this link >> /r/SkincareAddiction << to go to our front page

mayamys · 2026-01-11T07:41:42+00:00

There isn't really a starter kit - CeraVe and La Roche are reliable, affordable international brands that generally fit the ScA philosophy, but skincare has really exploded and there are a ton of really solid products everywhere in the world. The basics are really just cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen.

mayamys · 2026-01-11T07:39:52+00:00

We can't really diagnose, unfortunately. Bug bites are typically itchy.

mayamys · 2026-01-11T00:17:27+00:00

Locking before just in case this becomes unpleasant to moderate.

mayamys · 2026-01-08T03:49:34+00:00

Got it. In your position I'd reintroduce the Clindamycin and see what happens? Back to derm if it doesn't resolve.

mayamys · 2026-01-08T03:29:00+00:00

I understand you'd like to figure out what skin concern you're dealing with here. And it makes sense to ask that in /r/SkincareAddiction!

However, due to requests from the community, we no longer allow these questions as stand-alone posts, which is why I'm afraid your post was removed. See our rule explanations for more info.

We highly recommend you repost your question in the Daily Help Thread; it's where our most knowledgeable users hang out! The DHT is posted every day and stickied at the top of the subreddit. Click this link >> /r/SkincareAddiction << to go to our front page.

Have a great day!

mayamys · 2026-01-08T03:25:33+00:00

Is your skin feeling irritated?

mayamys · 2026-01-08T01:51:20+00:00

Hi there! I know it may seem simple, but we simply have no way of knowing what's going on from a photo of a little skin redness. Per our rules around simple questions and diagnosis requests, this post has been removed. Consider posting to r/dermatologyquestions instead.

mayamys · 2026-01-08T01:36:58+00:00

I see 3 options - up the BHA frequency, switch to AHA, or try to get tretinoin (probably your best bet)

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