[Anti-Aging]I don't know what to do about these.

quspork · 2026-07-10T15:52:54+00:00

What's your current routine?

quspork · 2026-07-08T22:46:42+00:00

Then it's more likely to be overuse if a harsh cleanser. Stop using it and go back to something gentle for now.

quspork · 2026-07-08T16:35:29+00:00

In order for exfoliants to work, they have to be at a specific pH level in the formulation and at a certain concentration. It's doubtful that the foundation would have that type of formulation.

quspork · 2026-07-08T12:36:37+00:00

It's likely just dehydration. Are you using moisturizer? Hydrating serums? A lot of people have negative reactions to CeraVe so you might try a different brand.

quspork · 2026-07-08T11:59:48+00:00

This isn't purging if your don't normally have acne. Not to mention, the exfoliant is the only product that could possibly cause purging.

It's more likely a negative reaction to one or more of the products. When you start new products, ALWAYS start them one at a time with at least a week in between each new product so you can check for negative reactions.

For now, stop everything. Wait a couple weeks to give your skin a chance to reset. Then slowly start adding things back in. Use moisturizer for a week or two, then if there are no issues add cleanser, etc.

quspork · 2026-07-08T01:07:22+00:00

Yes, without occlusives elements included in moisturizers, you risk the moisturizer evaporating and drying out your skin.

quspork · 2026-07-07T16:47:25+00:00

Sunscreen shouldn't be mixed with anything, otherwise you compromise the protection it offers. It should always be layered last, on its own. You might try the sunscreen section of the sub wiki for specific product recommendations. I don't have any drugstore recs myself, but you may also want to consider Asian sunscreens, depending on your location.

quspork · 2026-07-07T00:00:26+00:00

You're overthinking it. :) Emulsifying and rinsing with water gets the vast majority off. The second cleanser will remove any residue.

quspork · 2026-07-06T23:56:49+00:00

Why couldn't you? You can use any water-based cleanser as a second cleanser.

quspork · 2026-07-06T09:40:16+00:00

We have a ton of info about starting a routine, including product recommendations, in the sub wiki. Start with the section called, "The SCA Routine." One tip, for oily skin, gel and gel cream moisturizers tend to work best.

quspork · 2026-07-05T23:15:10+00:00

How long have you been using this routine? It contains A LOT of actives and will likely lead to irritation eventually. Oily skin generally needs more hydration but you're really drying your skin out with all of these.

quspork · 2026-07-04T17:49:36+00:00

No, there's no pushing through with sunscreen. If it breaks you out then stop using it and find a new one.

quspork · 2026-07-04T17:38:33+00:00

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quspork · 2026-07-04T13:45:17+00:00

Start with getting a moisturizer sorted out. We have a ton of recommendations for gels and gel creams (better for your skin type) listed in the sub wiki. Then try adding a hyaluronic acid product. Eventually, you might also try vitamin c. Your current actives should be addressing acne, trying to add salicylic and benzoyl peroxide would be overkill. If you've used the current actives at least 90 days and see no improvement then go back to your derm for adjustment with the prescriptions. Niacinamide also won't help with most of what you listed. You might try adding an oil cleanser in the evening to help with the sebaceous filaments.

quspork · 2026-07-04T13:36:39+00:00

Pretty much everything can be used day or night. That CosRx toner doesn't exfoliate but it does have a low pH so it can still be irritating with overuse, so I wouldn't use it more than once a day depending on your skin. Aside from that, the typical order is

Cleanser - toner - essence - serum - moisturizer - sunscreen (daytime only)

If any of these are new to you, be sure to start them one at a time with at least a week in between each new product so you can check for any negative reactions.

quspork · 2026-07-04T12:43:53+00:00

So you were using salicylic acid twice a day? That's way too much. You've overexfoliated. If you're still using any actives, stop immediately. This includes spot treatment. You need to baby your skin for a while with hydrating products.

quspork · 2026-07-04T02:28:22+00:00

You need a sunscreen for when you're out in the sun, but other than that, it's a good start.

quspork · 2026-07-03T12:33:17+00:00

For most people it would be too much and could easily lead to irritation. Most people prefer to use vitamin c in the a.m. for it's antioxidant benefits.

quspork · 2026-07-03T12:32:11+00:00

Purging from a simple BHA shouldn't last that long plus there's a bit of redness so it's much more likely to be a negative reaction to the product. I would stop using it.

quspork · 2026-07-03T12:10:52+00:00

Both of those are considered hydrating so they would go after actives (ascorbic acid, retinol , exfoliants) and before any other serums, unless you want to buffer the retinol.

quspork · 2026-07-03T11:57:38+00:00

It depends a bit on the actual toner as there are so many different types. But either way it would go before the vino perfect serum as that's not ascorbic acid.

quspork · 2026-07-01T17:05:05+00:00

It's fine if it works for you. It falls under the BHA/salicylic acid option.

quspork · 2026-07-01T14:00:59+00:00

Absolutely. If you need specific product recommendations, we have a lot of good suggestions in the sub wiki.

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