CONSISTENCY. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Here’s my night-time routine, but I want to make sure I say that more than anything else, being consistent is what has made the difference. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Ok, let’s get into the routine because this is ALL actives, and NO, I don’t use them all daily.
The Differin is a 0.1% retinol and it is prescription. I use this every other day, and it has taken me a year to get my skin used to it. I started out using it once a week and that was enough. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Twice a week – on non-retinol nights – I use the Neostrata Peeling Solution. It’s pretty strong, so use as directed. I find this really helps with surface texture in a way that the retinol does not do. It’s also lactic acid based, so it is more hydrating than other peeling solutions I’ve tried, and it doesn’t leave my skin more dry. I actually wake up very glowy when I use this, so love that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Murad Dark Spot Serum OR Vivier Advanced HQ serum go under the retinol and I only use them on retinol nights. TBH, both of these are good in their own way and are helping minor melasma, but I might move to something stronger once they’re done. We will see.
Vitamin C and Sunscreen in the morning. Random moisturizers and oils as needed, but usually only at night.
