So I have pretty light skin, and I normally dealt with this by going to the beach every once in a while, just so I wasn't pale as a ghost, and I really enjoy surfing so its not like it was a chore. But recently, I have started Treinoin(basically Retin-A) and I was specifically told to avoid the sun because my skin would be very sensitive for the next few months. Is there any possible way for me to not be EXTREMELY pale during the next few months? It just adds to self confidence issues, as in social situations if I ever blush or anything like that my face turns a tomato red because I am so pale, along with the fact that Tretinoin makes your face red in general for the first few months. Any help is appreciated!
Im extremely pale myself but have just learned to accept it. Its incredibly important to try and avoid the sun while using that medication since your skin is renewing itself and quite thin because of it. In reality, you should be protecting your skin from the sun anyway. You also dont want to cause further inflammation!
If you feel really self conscious about it, Im pretty sure there are tanning products out there that can be specifically used for the face. If your not comfortable with that, theres always a tinted moisturiser, light B.B creams or concealers/ foundations that can assist in covering that. If you arent interested in using those type products, maybe you could invest in a bronzer to bronze up your face a bit and give a bit of colour. Just make sure you properly remove those products at the end of the day.
Dr Jart has a product that you might be interested in being the Dr Jart + Cicapair Re - Cover SPF30. I havent used this personally but have heard some great things.
Please know that theres nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed about having pale skin!
