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Its been awhile since I last visited this site...I recently decided (bad idea) to take some pics of me just to compare my skin from a few years ago....it really seems like I have aged quite a bit in the last few years. I dont know what is up with my skin...im breaking out(stressed with new job I suppose) my when I look at these pictures my heart just sinks. With the pitting, LARGE pores, my face just looks like a mess. I have had some treatments in the past but Im thinking of trying something new!! I know my skin will never be perfect but I would be happy if it looked 1/2 way decent. It really looks terrible to myself and at this point I need guidance as to what procedures may possibly benefit me. Thanks!!
Most of your problem is with texture. I don't see much scar, certainly nothing deep to be concerned about. CO2 fractional is an option, but I suggest you first go with TCA route: TCApeel to addressthe overall texture issue and TCA cross for the enlarged pores. You'll likely need to repeat treatment. Good luck.
Thank you Sirius Lee!
Do you think a strong tca peel like a 35% tca peel? Ive had peels like vi peels and they produced 0 results.iIhave suddenly developed these lines around my jaw line going up(maybe sleep wrinkles/sun damage) or maybe creases caused from acne/aging). I will look into a tca peel!
2 hours ago, sdps said:Thank you Sirius Lee!
Do you think a strong tca peel like a 35% tca peel? Ive had peels like vi peels and they produced 0 results.iIhave suddenly developed these lines around my jaw line going up(maybe sleep wrinkles/sun damage) or maybe creases caused from acne/aging). I will look into a tca peel!
If you've done peels in the past, 35%peel is fine. Repeat a few times and you should see an improvement for both wrinkles and crease lines. For enlarged pores, apply TCA cross method using 50% strength. If DIY is not your thing, seek professional help.
I have now been on retin-a for about 2 months. Although I feel like my skin is reacting fine with it in photos my skin looks really dry. I use cerave moistruizer every night and sunblock everyday.Does any one have any recommendations that improve dry skin?
As soon as the weather cools down, i will be taking the advice on starting with the tca peels. I am hoping for softer, clearer, plumper skin. This pic is how my skin looks in differnt lighting. My scarring is probably more noticable in this picture. The pores suck but dont keep me up at night. My concern with texture is the actual pitting and the leathery looking skin. Maybe retin a can help with this after sometime?!