I turned 40 this year, and I just hate the condition that my skin is in. I always had bad pores on my cheeks on either side of my nose, but lately, I just feel like my texture is getting worse everywhere. I feel like I have big pores on every part of my face… My chin, my forehead, my temples. I have a good skincare routine (attached is what I use at night… double cleanse, pore care pads, hyaluronic acid toner, and a moisturizer); during the day I use something with a good SPF), and I also have a red light mask that I use a few times a week.

I get Botox that I am happy with, and I have a tiny bit of filler in my cheeks. No filler anywhere else yet.

I am also apparently the only person in the history of the world who hasn’t had good results with microneedling. I did three skin pen sessions, equally spaced apart as recommended by the med spa that I go to, and to be completely honest with you, I just don’t see a difference.

Does anyone else have anything that they recommend that they’ve had great results for in reducing pores? I have a consult scheduled with my dermatologist on Tuesday, but if there’s anything that you think I should be asking for, I’m all ears. Thanks in advance ✨

pre treating before a Halo + BBL laser combo almost did the job entirely, strong actives can only use for a couple months at a time, but loving the results.

Before this protocol, I’ve been on tret 2x per week and azaleic acid, vit C, sunscreen for years.

I’m 38 and this definitely is genetic in my family. I also, like most millennials, did stupid things when I was young like lay in tanning beds which doesn’t help.

Is there anything that can actually help with this? Products, procedures, I’m open to anything that could help! I’ve had 2 rounds of microneedling in the past (3 sessions each, so 6 sessions total) but I don’t find that it’s helped with this.

It makes me look so much older than I am 🥲

EDIT: I’m not sure why I can’t add a photo to the post, help!

The amount of different beauty products is so overwhelming. As a woman with OCD and obsessing over reading what is best I am going crazy. Help. What do I need to use to clear up my skin. I have sensitive skin and tend to be on the oily side. I currently use Paul’s choice pore normalizing cleaner, caudalie vinoperfect and Paul’s choice pore reducing toner. I think I have large pores especially on my chin and cheeks near my nose, with almost “seed” like acne. Please please what am I doing wrong?

many people on here are claiming it's part of their holy Grail of products. I generally use a AHA acid on my skin and also tret. I don't really have a problem with rosacea or pigmentation or acne. Would it be worth it for me to include as this acid in my routine ?

My main concerns would be wrinkle, volume and glowiness

Hey all. I have a pretty good routine atm. Sensitive/blemish prone skin… but under control. Love ZO products and ce ferulic (used close to 7 years).

My question.
At night I use Tretinoin (every night) 0.5% been using for approx 4 years. My skin definitely tolerates it. However I previously experienced dry eyes due to regular cream leaching it to eyes so I no longer use facial cream with it.

How do I moisturizer at night? I want to hydrate my skin (especially in winter). But I only ever use Tret now by itself and would love to add in hydration?

Thankyou :)

So I've heard countless of times in the past that retinol and vitamin c are gold standards for skincare. These days, azelaic acid is very popular to pair with retinol.

Now that makes me wonder whether it would have any benefit to add vitamin c to a AZ+ret combo? Or what about a peptide or bifida serum?

Or would it just do nothing special anymore?

F30 So as its show in pictures - my skin is clogged and congested as F. I have had very bad time with it and it got me supper depressed which made me hate how it made me look. Anyway. I tried BHA, AHA and it just didn’t work. I have tried Epiduo forte but had to stop after 2 months because of unrelated issues - now I want to get back on track. I have been gifted tret 0.025 so now I am thinking between choosing those two. Some people say to start with Adaptalene and then move to tret and some people advice go straight to tret because adaptalene doesn’t really prepare u for tret as much as people say. Anyway - my question is, what would u do? Thank u

I LOVED this product and am so sad I just found it this year and it’s already discontinued. Well officially it’s “updated” meaning no longer has spf, has less product but costs more.

I hate that corporations keep doing this and even if the new formula, I’m very annoyed and I don’t want to buy from them anymore.

Anyone know of a similar product? I’m fond of Korean skincare but open to any suggestions!

They have been there for about 3 weeks to maybe a month or so. Only major difference is I have been on more medication (antibiotics) lately, but none that causes me allergic reactions. I used to use Roche Posay serum, and CeraVe AM/PM. Washed with CeraVe nonfoam soap and had great results! Come to think of it, whenI stopped (I ran out or some products), this happened. I have stopped using hair products and washed with dandruff shampoo but has not changed anything a lot. Wonder if this is stress-related, as I have been lately. Thank you for any help.

Looking for advice on what can I do for my under eye dark circles with slight hollowness and thin skin in that area.
I'm not considering surgeries and fillers and would like to know if medical devices (thermage etc?), laser, or whatever procedures can help with my under eye issues.

How do you apply vitamin C serum without causing your foundation to pill? How long do you wait between steps, and which affordable brands do you recommend?
I have very dry skin and currently use the products shown in the photo, but I’ve also tried other vitamin C serums, moisturizers, and foundations, some of which are shown in the second photo.
I apply five drops of vitamin C serum to my skin, then wait 10 minutes before applying moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation, but it always pills badly. I’ve also tried applying the first three products, waiting, and then applying foundation, but I get the same result. Please help!

Has anyone seen significant improvement in hollow temples with Sculptra? I had one vial injected three months ago, but I haven’t noticed any improvement.
Thx

I have been using tretinoin 0.1% cream and azelaic acid 15% gel (both prescriptions by my primary care provider) since the beginning of June with no issues besides this one particular raised white spot on my cheek that hasn’t improved at all. It may not be that noticeable but hasn’t budged since beginning my skincare journey five months ago. I see a dermatologist for the first time in April but wanted to see if I can help identify and start to mange this spot before I go…Here is my current routine:
AM:
- CeraVe hydrating foaming oil cleanser
- Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow vitamin C serum (incorporated this a week ago)
- HaruHaru hyaluronic toner
- Pyunkang Yul essense toner
- Cosrx advanced snail peptide eye cream
- Azelaic acid 15% gel (every morning)
- DRMTYLY universal tinted moisturizer spf46 or Beauty of Joseon relief sun aqua-fresh spf 50+ pa++++

PM:
- SKIN 1004 light cleansing oil
- La Rocche Posay toleriane foaming cleanser
- HaruHaru hyaluronic toner
- Pyunkang Yul essense toner
- Geek & Gorgeous power peptides
(incorporated this a month ago)
- Cosrx advanced snail peptide eye cream
- Tretinoin 0.1% ( five times a week)
-Aestura Atobarrier 365 hydro soothing cream

OTHER:
- The Ordinary glycolic acid (once a week)
- Dermaplane (once a month)

Hi.

How to get rid of these nodes white head like.. which feel rough on my nose area? What are these actually called?

Pls help

Thanks

I have used the cross method with TCA 20% with success for ice pick scars. ⛏️

In an impulse, I applied a line of this over my nasolabial fold. I am worried a thin few inches of spot treatment (versus a full face treatment) like this may damage my skin?!

I did flush the area shortly after with cold water but the skin already frosted a minute before. I applied A&D ointment over the breadth of the site.

Looking for advice or others who have been through similar experiences!

Hello! I’ve been dealing with bumpy, textured skin for a few years now, it’s only getting worse. Im in late 30s, had cystic acne in my 20s.

Some of the bumps on my cheeks are these fleshy bumps that can be peeled off like wax. They bleed a little but heal quick with no scarring. I do have syringomas around my eyes as well.

Derms have been no help. I have super sen skin so most things irritate me.

AM

• rinse with cold water
• Hyaluronic acid
• vaseline (no other occlusive moisturizer has done well on my skin)
• sunscreen

PM

• Vanicream face wash
• Hyaluronic acid
• vaseline

I do Tret 2x a week with occasional aha peel.

Getting ads or seeing posts from “natural face bible”. Is she legit?? I’m interested

The skin on the top of my forehead is scaly when in harsh light. I’ve tried eczema lotion, every lotion pretty much. I drink water all the time and I moisturize morning and night. At night I do use no.7 face wipes and the elf moisturizing lotion. is there anything else I could try?

Interested in good and bad experiences - have seen conflicting reviews

I'm 6 months post partum after a high risk pregnancy. I had to take multiple steroids, inject lovenox and ingest progesterone daily for months during pregnancy. All this has wreaked havoc on my skin. I have melasma, large pores and skin feels dehydrated all the time. Pre-pregnancy, even with my first baby, I had zero skin concerns. Should I see a dermatologist or cosmetologist to address these concerns, or should I just try OTC products till I find one that works? I'm currently breastfeeding and plan to until 12 months old. I'm happy to try breastfeeding safe interventions now and other ones later.

I've heard it's not a matter of if, but when. Is there anyone here whi has gotten filler 5+ years ago and is still happy with it?

Edit: typo in the title, sorry

I habe pretty significant dark circles. They started a decade ago, due to poor sleep schedule, working extra hours, poor self care. I have pretty intense schedule. There is not much time for self care. Previously I have tried some pads cuccumber. Honestly nothing works and I stopped using anything. I decided to live whatever the way I look. I dont do any daily skin routine. I dont get time too. I get comments like I am looking so old.

Please share how to I fix my dark circles.

I recently commented on another post in this sub from someone looking to address their nasolabial folds, mentioning that I’d had filler and was really happy with my results.

I offered to share my before-and-after photos via DM, as Reddit wouldn’t let me attach them to my comment, and I had a good few messages asking for the b/a photo! 😂 So I thought it would be easier (and hopefully helpful to others) to make a separate post.

A few details about my treatment:
Practitioner: Dr Jonny Betteridge, London, UK
Treatment: 4ml of hyaluronic acid dermal filler, distributed across my mid-face, nasolabial folds and pyriform area (around the base of the nose)
When: March 2026
Photos: Before treatment vs. 3 days after treatment
Caveat: I know the lighting is a bit different between the two photos, but I promise you the results are genuinely like this 😅

EDIT FOR MORE INFO:

Age in post photos: 33
Cost: £1800
Current pic 7 months later (age 34): taken today, 24th Oct ‘26
Another “before” pic with different lighting: taken 2 days post-treatment
Before/after pic of mid-face volume: excuse the weird angle!

It’s now been 7 months since my treatment and I’m still absolutely delighted with the results! I’ve had no noticeable migration or complications, and everything has settled really nicely. There was a bit of bruising and swelling for the first 7-10 days, but nothing that wasn’t too obvious/easily covered by a bit of concealer.

My main concern was the appearance of my nasolabial folds and the loss of volume in my mid-face. I wanted to soften those areas without dramatically changing my facial features or looking obviously ‘filled’.

I know filler isn’t for everyone, and everyone’s anatomy, results and experiences will be different, but I thought it might be useful to share my experience for anyone considering a similar treatment.
Happy to answer any questions about my experience! ❤️