JordanM98

From what you're saying, I'd say it's mild.

I know they say that retinoids purge your skin for upwards of eight weeks, but I'm just several weeks in and I cant say that my skin is purging anymore. The peel irritation is long gone. I hate to say...

Sunscreen is not necessary, but it isn't smart to go without it. I can't speak for either Duac or Tazorac. Toners aren't necessary, and in my experience most of them dont feel like they're doing much....

The irritation from the peel must be 80% gone right now. I've started using topicals again, and I think I'm adding benzoyl peroxide 10% to my routine in the morning. The only reason I use BP 10% is be...

Photos are on their way(: I have several from a few months ago and I'll be taking more tonight.

Hi everyone! I'm making this log so I can keep a record of my quest for clear(er) skin. All replies, suggestions, etc. are highly encouraged. Let's hope my skin improves the way I hope it to!   ...

Hi everyone! I'm making this log so I can keep a record of my quest for clear(er) skin. All replies, suggestions, etc. are highly encouraged. Let's hope my skin improves the way I hope it to!   ...

Hi everyone! I'm making this log so I can keep a record of my quest for clear(er) skin. All replies, suggestions, etc. are highly encouraged. Let's hope my skin improves the way I hope it to!   ...

Science really isn't my strong point, but my basic understanding of topical retinoids is that they speed up the process of cell turnover so that acne from the deeper layers of the skin comes to the su...

I've just started a course of Epiduo (adapalene .1%), and I can say that I have definitely seen an increase in active acne. Nonetheless, I will keep going for the sake of clear skin. I'd love to hear ...

Not picking definitely reduces the intensity of acne(: I say go for it.

I asked my derm about why my acne mirrors in some spots and is more random in others. Keep in mind that not everyone's acne mirrors, but she said that mirrored breakouts are an almost sure sign of a h...