Dealing with skin purging?
We asked three dermatologists to spill on everything you gotta know about the “retinol uglies.”
What is skin purging?
Whileretinol definitelygets a bad rap when it comes to skin purging, its not the only culprit.
Think: glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acidsall of which are common ingredients inacne treatments.
How do you know if your skin is purging, breaking out, or having a reaction?
board-certified dermatologist in Northern California
No matter what ingredient is behind your purge, the process tends to look the same.
Think redness, new pimples, blackheads, and small bumps.
According to Dr. Farber, it typically occurs in areas where yourealreadyexperiencing a breakout under the surface.
That said, its important to differentiate between a purge and a new, unrelated breakout.
Cell turnover aside, it could mean that the product formulation simply isnt right for your skin.
Plus, be sure to moisturize.
She suggests using a light, oil-free moisturizer to keep things balanced.
How long does retinol purging last?
General retinol tips to keep in mind as you adjust
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board-certified dermatologist in Northern California
Its a waste of product and can also make it more irritating than necessary.
Its best to just skip a day or two to allow your skin to recover and then start again.
Listen to your skin and adjust your routine when needed.
Not all ingredients have to be used on all skin types.
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