All of your video releases have been so relevant to my updated skin issues! You’re so understanding and relatable for skin concerns. I also appreciate all of your K-beauty reviews and product suggestions!
I also find that the rovectin lha blemish ampoule when used all over my face really helps with texture and clogged pores. Niacinamide is also something that really helps me.
The BePlain bamboo ampoule has been my holy grain for my clogged sensitive skin since I discovered it 2 years ago. I love it! I do wish it came in a bigger bottle... I reserve it for when my skin gets super sensitive. I'm so glad you were able to try it and mention it in this video.
Speaking of dehydration, I read that fermented skincare ingredients can penetrate deeper and hydrate the skin better but there are many different kinds. I was wondering if you could explain all the different kinds of fermented ingredients and the benefits of type as well as the best products of each! Also, it would be so cool to see a day in your life or maybe what got you into skincare and what made you start the channel!
I squeezed one clogged pore really bad and it hurts and it somehow went further inside rather than coming out 😂😂😂😂 and now I got recommend this video,,,, skincare gods are sending me signs 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Thank you for the much needed reminder to STOP TOUCHING my skin! As well as always having the most clutch product recommendations 😆 I finally started using the cosrx propolis toner that had been hanging out in my to-try box (got it at the same time as the BoJ serums but didn't want to change too much too fast). Holy crap! Another game changer for sure. Since I got my first Korean skincare product (I'm From mugwort essence), about a year ago now, my skin has gone through such a dramatic change.
I completely agree with you, since I began double cleansing I notice I don't get black heads as often. The oil cleanser needs to be medium weight like the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Oil cleanser. I have tried IUNIK Calendula oil cleanser which is a lighter weight oil and found I had to use BHA toner a little more often to remove black heads.
this video comes at a perfect time! since we have to wear FFP2 masks where I live I have pimples and texture on my cheeks. that's the first time in my 22 years! and since 2 or 3 weeks it got so much worse. it's summer now and I'm sweating more maybe that's the reason... or it's all just a coincidence
19:55 (approximately) Yes! Please don't pick/squeeze!! If you must, avoid all unnecessary "dead" time in front of mirrors, as much as possible. Especially when you stand very close to the mirror or mirrors that have those magnifying effects. Those kinds of mirrors aren't helpful in any way to the borderline OCD picker. And remember: it's only a momentarily satisfaction but a lifetime of scars and regrets. Take care of yourself and do something you really like to do instead! ❤❤❤
Another ampoule that has ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids that is super lightweight (perfect for ALL skin types, I have oily dehydrated skin!!!) is the Ample:n ceramide shot ampoule! Nice runny texture, super affordable!!! I have acne prone skin and it doesn’t break me out! No fragrance or essential oils either :) a lot of skin barrier repairing products are perfect for winter but can get a little heavy on my oily skin in the summer, so ones like the ample:n are perfect right now!!! I’m gonna try the ve plain ampoule now!!!
I love the ample:n ceramide shot, I've been using it for a month now and my skin loves it! The fact that it comes in a 100ml bottle makes it really super affordable. I love it!😬
I finally tried the PC azelaic acid and wow, I should have invested in it earlier! Y'all, if you've been trying to make The Ordinary's azelaic acid work for you without success, just save your money and buy Paula's Choice on sale. It's definitely worth it.
@@RachelDemand It's still in stock on Amazon, if you need it in a pinch. I've purchased one of their toners from Amazon before, it was the real deal - just double check that PC is the Amazon seller.
@@ybell1294 yes I have seen it’s on Amazon and I keep waiting Lol. Most because PC usually has a sale, but if it doesn’t come back in stock in the next week I’m just going to buy it from Amazon! I don’t want to run out! 😁
What has worked for me this most is, like you said, focusing on my skin barrier + exfoliation. I used to be more focused on the ✨exfoliating✨ part of my routine but if you are not careful, you can overdo it. Right now I'm using ample:n ceramide shot ampoule and TO peeling solution, it's an amazing combination. Thanks for the video, Kelly! So informative, as usual. 💚✨
Yesss , to the point my forehead was covered with flaky skin because I was so insecure about my closed comedones lol. Hydration and exfoliation is the key.
@@JL-vc2gi It is so easy to over-exfoliate. I make sure to follow instructions and do it once a week or once every two weeks, depending on how I'm feeling. It's worked perfectly for my forehead + cheeks, which were my most problematic areas!
@@nooneganjam3924 yes, ofc. but keep in mind that every skin is different, give it some time to your products to see any changes. i have "normal" to oily skin, also, i don't have any sensitivities, my skin is pretty resilient. i don't use a cleanser in the morning bc im lazy and i don't feel like i need it. then i go aged and use elmt skin activating solution, melano cc intensive antispot essence, then i just to straight into my sunscreen (isehan kiss me mommy uv aqua milk) some days i use a moisturizer before that, im going through klairs fundamental water gel cream. it is pretty simple, i like to keep it short.
Kelly, which do you prefer for blackheads on cheeks and especially nose. I am older but have them. Do you prefer the Paulas choice that you are talking about in this video or the cosrx BHA blackhead power liquid. Waiting for your reply before I order. !! Thank you. !!!
What are the best “gritty” oil cleansers? You recommended one in a video that I watched recently (although I can’t remember how old the video was), but that particular product doesn’t seem to be available anymore.
I've loved your videos of tret. I started using tret almost 2 months ago - do you typically use tret every night? When do you exfoliate? I feel the need to exfoliate (white heads close to my nose, and some pimples), and know that I need to slowly introduce acids. I have dry skin and don't usually get pimples!! ugh! Would love your thoughts.
This video was so needed!!!! Thank you so much. I am suffering from them now. They're not that bad but I have enough skin problems to take care of lol. I use a hydrating toner, a ceramide moisturizer and Paula's Choice bha and I still experience clogged pores. But I think it's because I am not cleansing my skin properly? My Cosrx low ph cleanser doesn't lather that much and I use a small amount to not dry out my skin, and because I use lots of layers of moisturizer, I think I have lots of excess sebum and product on my skin. I have the Klaus fresh cleansing oil so I'll start using it and look out for any improvement. Thanks again!! Update : the cleansing oil helped so much!!!!
@@bhumimandera2515 I double cleanse with Klairs cleansing oil then Round Lab Dokdo cleanser. But I now use the Purito cleansing oil. Both are great but I prefer the Klairs cleanser.
Thanks for posting this video. I bought the PC 10 % Azelaic acid booster. How much is needed to apply on full face? Would be v.grateful of you could reply
@@churrho It’s quite thick so I use it mostly at night but also during the day in winter. It has recused my skin making it way more soft and doesn’t add to the oily spots.
I started using the Naturiam Azalaic Acid Emulsion and it has really improved the redness in my skin. I had never used azalaic acid before and am amazed at what it is doing for me.
When you have dry skin but a tendancy towards closed comedones 🙃 I know that one trigger for clogging is fatty alcohols but its so hard to find rich creams that, even without fatty alcohols, don't cause congestion. Niacinamide is a cyst trigger for me but people love to recommend that stuff. My current routine is: Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Keep Cool and Soothe Toner Innisfree Green Tea Lotion EX (only moisturiser that doesn't break me out) A few drops of Hemp oil (very moisturising, doesn't clog me up) La Roche Posay Sunscreen (And 0.015% Tret and Azelaic Acid a few times a week buffered between my moisturiser and under the Bioderma Ciccabio Pommade with the appropriate wait times)
My boyfriend has the same struggle and uses the purito Unscented centella recovery cream, it’s super affordable and is light enough where it won’t clog your pores but slightly occlusive to keep hydration!
How can you tell if you are hydrated? I'm very oily I'm 49 currently using Differin gel...love that stuff almost at 12 weeks. I use Korean skincare...toners are my fave. Maybe I'll step up a few more layers of toner. See what happens.
For me I can tell by observing my skin when freshly washed, vs how it looks like an hour later, or a few hours later. If your skin is properly hydrated it will still look and feel plump later in the day.
Prescription azelaic acid was far too drying for me and I used it consistently for over 2 months before deciding it wasn't going to work out Now I have adapalene for a little over a month and it is going much better. More irritating but less drying and the irritation is starting to subside... it would have subsided earlier if I didn't try to use PC 2% BHA Gel a few days after my skin could tolerate adapalene
You can use azelaic acid with tetrinoin. It's the only acid safe to use with Retinoids that includes tetrinoin. I was reading about it. As long as it's not causing skin irritation, it's fine.
I use 0.1% Tretinoin and Glycolic acid to treat my acne and scars. Nad of course, with the help of sunscreen and moisturizers, my skin is tolerable handling those active ingredients. I have not used azelaic acid and BHA to treat my acne. It is just because not so effective compared to Tretinoin and Glycolic Acid.
I love your reviews, the only thing that gets me little bit bored is repetitive sneering when you try to explain something, Mouth and faces u drag along with explanations, if you talk normally would be so much better cuz you are beautiful and very knowledgeable. Love
