Can I apply BHA prior to Retin-A?

Hi everyone! I am currently using Retin-A Gel 0.025% and I am wondering if it is ok to apply a 2% solution of BHA (salicylic acid) before applying the retin-a gel. I am currently only using a cleanser and then waiting 30 min to apply retin-a.

I know the best solution is to probably apply bha in the morning but I find that it makes my face red for awhile which makes makeup application a bit difficult.

Thank you!

In What Area of the Face are Toxins Usually Eliminated?

Hi everyone! About 2 weeks ago I started drinking about 5+ tsp of Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar diluted in water. For about the same amount of time I also started taking Omega 3 pills which seem to be of high quality (high EPA/DPA, clean source of fish, small fish etc.).

For the last 4 or 5 days I broke out in millions of tiny red blemishes predominately around my jawline and chin. My forehead is pretty clear and ironically, it is usually the area where I have lots of congested pores and bumps.

I'm just wondering if anyone has experienced toxins being eliminated through the body in this way. Anyone experience this particularly with ACV or Omega 3? Thank you so much!

Very tiny raised red bumps

Hi everyone. For awhile I have been suffering with these tiny (very tiny) red bumps that seem to form in clusters or patterns on my face. They are predominately along the sides of my jaw, cheekbones and sometimes by my temples. They are raised and most noticeable if you look at them from the side in natural lighting. Some of them will have a tiny hair sticking out of them and others turn into whiteheads.

I've looked up pictures of folliculitis on Google (always the most extreme cases) and it doesn't look like that. I've heard that Everyday Minerals has done this to some people, I recently started using it again but these bumps were there beforehand.

Anyone know what these might be? I'm not using BP or any other medicated "treatments" besides a salicylic scrub I've used for years so I don't suspect any type of purging.

Thank you so much!

Edited to Add: Just a note, the bumps are not at all itchy and I don't have similar ones on my scalp or on my back.

Small inflamed pimples all over face!

For the past month to two months I have been using Dove Sensitive Bar and Olay Complete All Day UV moisturizer for Sensitive skin and I think there are some problems. I've had minor clogged pores for a while but last week I broke out in small inflamed pimples all over my entire face - from the top to the bottom. Some are whiteheads but most are these tiny red bumps with a hole in the center. If you squeeze them, a hard white substance will usually come out. I have a bad history with glycolic acid so I am kind of ruling that out. I've used BP but due to the side effects -dry skin, red, dull.... I don't want to use that either. Any advice to what might help this?? Thanks everyone.

Abstaining from all acne targeted products - only gentle

Hi everyone! I am just wondering what your opinions and experiences are regarding an approach to skin care that does not use any "acne fighting" ingredients. By this I mean any type of stronger ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, AHA's, retinols, peels, prescription products etc. I have extraordinarily sensitive skin and sometimes I find that all of these ingredients irritate the crap out of my skin. Has anyone here done a regime of only sensitive skin products that contain none of these ingredients? If so, please share, I would love to know your experiences. Thank you!