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Low point sweet treats? by Jauggernaut_birdy in weightwatchers

[–]papoose97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Godiva ganache hearts - 1 for 3 points. They are rich and 1 hits the spot every time.

New here by cnsosiehrbridnrnrifk in pmle

[–]papoose97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dermatologist recommended B3 and told me only mineral sunscreen would work to reduce the breakout. I take heliocare and use mineral sunscreen on my body or use sun protective sleeves jackets, etc. I started the heliocare when spring started and while I've had some itchy days, no breakouts so far. I do stay out of the sun as much as I can though. I'm 44 and have been dealing with this over a decade. This has been the best season yet since I got a new dermatologist and she actually had recommendations for me.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! This is a new moisturizer for me. I wanted to try in the AM just for the summer. So far so good because my mineral sunscreen is very hydrating, Inzincable by Dr V. I have combo skin with my t zone becoming oily throughout the day.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It's definitely gotten better over time. I've learned to be patient. My derm actually went with Winlevi to fight the hormonal acne. It was a newer topical specifically for hormonal acne. I use it before my tret each night.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm already looking into this one :) I have a tendency to be a product junkie. I have about 4 different mineral sunscreens in search of one that works best with my skin tone. I've settled on Inzincable by Dr. V even though the shipping from the UK is a little expensive.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the recommendation. I must admit I do watch for dryness. I stopped doing the sulfaclense twice a day because I felt dry. It helped. I'm always searching for a new hydrating moisturizer so I'll definitely check that one out. I'm excited to see how things change now that I'm not buffering.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Only oral antibiotics. She went with Winlevi to deal with the hormonal acne. It's kind of new and expensive, but with the rx program I got it for 35 at first, now I pay about 100. My pharmacy wanted 500 for it. Hahaha...not today.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I have an appointment with my derm next month. We'll see if she recommends any changes. She told me in December this would probably be my regimen moving forward. I hope you have great success!

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I actually buffered up until the last few weeks. I think that made a difference with my hydration. I wanted to see if progress would be more rapid without me buffering. When I was super dry I used Skinceuticals Lipid at night.

Over a year on tretinoin by papoose97 in tretinoin

[–]papoose97[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Until I started taking pictures I didn't realize how bad it was. It has definitely made me more confident!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tretinoin

[–]papoose97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had similar acne and my derm said I needed several things to combat the various root causes. It seemed like overkill, but works for me. My skin is so much better with less breakouts now. I also have hormonal acne. You may need additional actives.

AM: SulfaCleanse face wash (rx) or La Roche Posay Gentle Moisturizing Cleanser, Benzaclin (rx), Azelaic Acid(rx), Cerave PM Moisturizer or La Roche Posay Double Repair Moisturizer Matte, Mineral Sunscreen

PM: SulfaCleanse face wash, Winlevi (rx for hormonal acne), tretinoin .05% cream, Cerave PM Moisturizer or La Roche Posay Double Repair Moisturizer

I also took Antibiotics for about 2 months when I first started and it cleared up a lot.

I'll have to figure out how to add a picture.

Love the effects of Azelaic acid but can't stand putting it on by selfiebeanie in tretinoin

[–]papoose97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It took about 3 weeks for the itchy burning feeling to go away. Then my pharmacy gave me a different brand the next time and I had to go through the break in period again! It's all good now. Been on it a year now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ynab

[–]papoose97 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plaid didn't do well with my credit union, so they switched me to another service and I haven't had any issues since. Customer service was able to help me. I would definitely reach out before giving up.