I know there is probably another topic exactly like this but I'm tired of trying to find one. Is there anyone else who is on their second week of the regimen or someone who has completed a month yet? I'm on my second week and my skin has become awfully dry and looks terrible, is this normal?
4 hours ago, HonorRichards said:I know there is probably another topic exactly like this but I'm tired of trying to find one. Is there anyone else who is on their second week of the regimen or someone who has completed a month yet? I'm on my second week and my skin has become awfully dry and looks terrible, is this normal?
Completely normal! It can take 3-6 weeks for skin to fully adjust to the treatment, what they call the "hardening" phase. During this time you can expect a lot of uncomfortable dryness, redness, peeling, etc. All part of the process. Hopefully you'll also start to see some skin clearing, followed by periodic breakouts, but with time these will get fewer and fewer and things will clear a lot faster. In the meantime, just keep muscling through with the treatments, and moisturizing as often as needed to keep your skin comfortable and in balance. Adding a few drops of jojoba oil to your moisturizer at night can really help with surviving the hardening phase. It was a lifesaver for my son! With time and continued use, these symptoms will subside and the Regimen will start to feel comfortable, and your skin will look better too, less angry and distressed. Hope this is helpful!
I am finishing up my second week and yes I can totally relate. My face was moderately dry during the first week and a half, and all of a sudden it started to itch and turn red and burn. Most of my active acnes are gone (red marks still remain), but my face looks very red, and my eye area looks a bit swollen. I've been reading all sorts of reviews and stories to calm myself. Don't quit no matter what. Thank about how gorgeous you will look in 3 months! Bu oh man three months is such a long period of time, especially now when my face itches/burns/gives off heat every second. It's hard to not think about how bad the situation is. However, it will be worth it. Stay strong.