Sunscreen, on the other hand, is generally always recommended. Thanks again for taking time for this elaborate comment!! Aesthetic doctor David Jack seconded Kerr's stance, telling me, "The effects of moisturizer are usually pretty superficial and short-lived. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. When you put on something like an eye cream, youll get an immediate response, but after 15 minutes, it goes away.. It certainly does not clog pores. This milky cleanser also contains hyaluronic acid and three essential ceramides. Also, I have tried a lot of different stuff. Dr Obagi firmly believes that moisturizers, in general, reduce your skin's natural ability to exfoliate. my dermatologist said to basically use sunscreen like water while I was on accutane, and to stay indoors as much as I can. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. We discuss anything related to Skincare, Haircare, Makeup, Personal care and Wellness here. It litterally stops your sebum glands from producing oil. Dr. Brian Hibler, a dermatologist at the Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC, volunteered to review Francis' skincare routine for Insider's Skin Clinic series. A moisturizer formulated with skin-soothing ingredients like oatmeal, chamomile, aloe vera, azulene, etc., can substantially reduce these symptoms. $13.91 at Amazon $14.29+ at Target $16.99+ at Ulta 7 Amazon A hydrating healing ointment Waldorf recommended adding a retinoid and finding a new sunscreen. Try raspberry oil and before you think no not an oil it is fantastic for oily skin. Please read our Commenting Policy first. According to Waldorf, surfactants don't distinguish between the excess oil or dirt in your skin and the necessary skin fats that you need. It can mean a lot of trial and error, trips to a derm (or 3) for advice, but in the end, you know your skin best. Lactating/ breastfeeding women will have to consult their doctors. The tree gets its nutrients from the ground,he offers by way of analogy. Considering this is a professional individual who earns a LOT of money dealing with these things and has dedicated his life to the subject of skin, shouldn't I trust him? Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. I guess at the end of the day it wont kill me to try out this way for a while and see how my skin reacts. I can only imagine how dry you were on accutane. She said it is a common misconception that everyone always needs a moisturizer, it's needed when your skin becomes or feels dry or dehydrated. But even if you have dry, flaky skin, Skotnicki says moisturizer isnt necessary unless its causing discomfort. If you're using a product (and spending money on it) more than once a day, you want to be confident that it's helping your skin, not hurting it. Be kind and respectful, bullying will not be tolerated. This particular cream is a topical chemotherapy applied to the skin in areas where sun damage has occurred. 3. Breaking the cycle of moisturizer isnt without its withdrawal period, however. Thank you :). Derms are skincare experts with many years of medical school on their side. Hi, there! But he didn't tell me when to stop using it or to stop ever. Well, since dermatologists agree, it probably is. There are a few dermatologists that are fairly anti-moisturiser. But your dermatologist did not tell you never to use sunscreenthey advised you not to use it for a fixed period (until your medication kicks in) and not to go into the sun in the meantime. He told me about the side effects, but said, unless I go to a sunnier climate - I shouldn't bother putting anything on my face as it would only exacerbate things. She said all it does for me is feed the bacteria who then create more pimples on my face and that I do not need oils (Which is why CE Ferulic is not good for acne prone skin but Phloretin CF is) but hydration and that all I need is hyaluronic acid and no cream. Skin care is a pretty big deal, and we love subs like /r/SkinCareAddiction, however we felt there needed to be a sub that deals specifically with skin that's over 30. Dermatologist Dr. Zein Obagi says that when cells recognize that an outside source has already hydrated the skin, there's no need for natural hydration to take place. Some experts believe that it's not necessary to moisturize skin as the body is already equipped to do it on its own. ; My face wash . Press J to jump to the feed. At 6 weeks according to numerous websites that the tightening effect is to . I encourage you to adopt her less is more routine and hopefully youll see some great results! It seemed to irritate me and make me face red. People have to learn to read their skin and give it what it needs. Im through with my moisturiser so Ive switched to neutrogena hydro boost sleeping mask / LOral revitalift HA filler night cream. i've cut out shampoo for months and although it was gross at first my hair was all smelly/greasy (not a big deal for me i'm a guy) finallyit is no longer gets as oily lesson learned definitely be wary of all the chemicals you put on your body, but yeah i think your dermatologist is smart, especially if he is recommending that you actually cut back on the products you use for your face, not many do that, they just want to sell, sell, sell. The problem is that moisture may be soaked up in walls and furniture or disperse rapidly, depending on how airtight your home is. I had a strange reaction to cetaphil. The trouble is, he told me to wash my face every morning and night with lukewarm water and a simple soap and NEVERmoisturise. So I'm confused as to what's up with the differing advice. To the commentors, Please keep rule 1 in mind. Dr. Gary Goldenberg, a dermatologist and founder of Goldenberg Dermatology in New York, told Insider what products she needs to swap out to address her skin-care concerns. However, now that I've had two kids, I've had to majorly change my skincare routine to accommodate for my needs during pregnancy and while nursing. The letter F. . If I were you, I'd seek a second opinion. It's only in the day, when I'm waking up for work or something, where I feel the need to moisturise, but obviously, I was told not to. They work very well :), Dont do that itll severely dry out your skin. I think I am going to try her way now and hope for the best. Take warm, not hot, baths and showers. I dunno why such things work , i have acne issues too, but if im not using any sunscreen it will be a disaster as my skin is become more lighter and prominent sun because of the products im using. another interesting thing which i can say is true from experience is that shampoo messes up your hair/scalp. i used to shampoo every day and then went a day without and my hair would get so greasy. "Moisturizer doesn't just add water back into your skin, it also traps in the water. Accutane thins and damages your skin. Glad I found this thread and this comment. Here are some reasons why you might feel like you are getting conflicting advice. My dermatologist told me to use hyaluronic acid on my skin to help even out mild sun damage on my skin. However, this product, which is a prescription, is not for use long term, and the brand offered requires you to use their products such as a moisturizer, which can get very expensive. For more information, please see our Especially when, to Dr. Days point, I live in New York, one of the most stressful, polluted cities in the world. This sub is a relaxed community to learn, discuss and share everything skincare related. He did tell me to manually avoid the Sun. !dermatologistsbefore the 5th one figured out what was wrong with me. The problem is, especially now in winter, my face, after a shower or just simply washing my face gets very tight and dry. "In Hollywood, people are suffocated by plastic surgery, but striving for an impassive perfection isn't something I ever . If feeling greasy is what turns you off about cream moisturizer, experts suggest using oil as a means of locking in hydration. That would be my approach. Posts that do not conform to the rules will be removed. I have the greatest respect for Dr. Obagi, I think hes a genius, and I dont disagree with him on some level, says New York City-based dermatologist Doris Day, M.D., a pro I frequently turn to for a balanced bottom-line perspective on all things skin. Dry face + Less acne (but still acne) vs Smooth, elastic face + more acne - I dunno what's worse haha.. This is absolutely nonsense., So what to do if youre hooked on moisturizer? Just my 2 cents, but I honestly think every skin - even every acne/acne prone skin - works a little differently in that regard. However she may or may not change it in my follow up which is next week. After IPL how long does hyperpigmentation last? Skincare routines vary for everyone, but most regimens involve a moisturizer. This intense cream works to bring damaged cells to the surface and remove them while preventing the further development of abnormal cells. and our I've been to probably 10 derms throughout my acne and skin journey over the last 15 years. Ive been advised that acne prone or oily skin should only be treated with Gel moisturizer, never cream and definitely Not before any retinoids because the moisturizer creates a barrier the retinoids cant get through. My friend with acne issue always consult me for her skincare problems but i asked her to consult a doctor, and the doctor suggest her not to use any sunscreens and moisturisers, giver her face wash to wash . A dermatologist told me to use a 2% ketoconazole shampoo in a daily manner for my dandruff (my skin is oily, not dry). Almost zero per cent of my patients actually require a moisturizer., He links our use and in fact, abuse of moisturizer to cosmetic companies who pushed it on consumers in the 1950s and 1960s because it was so easy to formulate and sell, calling it brainwashing.. 5. You should absolutely use a moisturizer and sunscreen after IPL treatments. What did you guys use with Klaron and Differin? The American Acne Association does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. My dermatologist told me to use this on 5 areas on my face to get rid of sun damaged areas. But I have never once questioned the need for my moisturizer. Less is more! Plus it's a oil based. So yeah, a lot of what I know I've picked up either on here or personal experience. I started using Epiduo in the middle of May when my dermatologist prescribed it for me. Ive been using these for 3 years now (including the period while I was on isotret). He prescribed 0.025% Tretinoin and basically outlined a super simple routine for me, which seemed pretty standard and legit. Good luck! and to be honest I would be scared as hell to go outdoors without sunscreen, it terrifies me. Cookie Notice So what does our skin require? Typically they happen when dead skin cells decide to hang together and get trapped under your skin's surface. Though it is every dermatologist's wish that we all apply the best of sunscreens throughout every day without fail, most are also cognizant of the fallibility of humankind. I had a lot of questions, particularly because anybody who has gotten upset over acne has probably gone through their obsessive phase where you read everything and anything acne related. Why do dermatologists say not . It would be really silly to listen to that instead of listening to an an expert who has evaluated your skin and customized advice for you. Please read the sidebar rules before posting or commenting. Perhaps I'm looking for advice or just other people who have had a similar experience and what they think of it. No never heard that ur gonna want to use more. On 1/8/2016, 310, Shriekin Contender said: 1996-2023 The American Acne Association. If youre concerned then go to a different dermatologist for a second opinion. Photo: Laura Doss/Corbis. 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