In my p.m. routine, I use a pea size amount of tretonin all over my face. I use a moisturiser before and after applying the tretonin. I started with 2 days a week and then I slowly build up the routine. Initially, I experienced excessive drying and peeling (you could also experience some purging according to your skin type). The peeling starts 2 days after applying the tretonin so be mindful of that and plan accordingly.

How i use tretonin in my routine.

I have dry dehydrated skin and i’m confused which one should i go for

Sns prep peptaronic

Is tranexamic acid really effective for melasma? How long should i wait for it to completely be gone? Also if you have any specific product recommendations l, please leave them below.

Melasma

Could you please recommend some intensely hydrating toners. I have heard a lot about the rice toner but I also would love to know if there are any other equally hydrating toners before investing.

Hydrating toner

Not a moisturising formula but then i can always top it off with a moisturiser.


➡️Product info
Key ingredients :
✨ 77% Centella asiatica extract ( well known for its calming and healing properties )
✨ 4% Niacinamide (anti- aging and moisturising)
✨ 2% Tranexamic Acid ( brightens dark spots and effective for Melasma)

➡️My thoughts 💭 

First of all, I am so glad to have received  this because i have melasma on my cheeks and forehead and all the ingredients work well for melasma. The tiny white granules is made up of a brightening ingredient and it melts into the skin within few seconds of massaging. 

This ampoule is fragrance-free and the texture is slightly runny but not sticky. It glides on my skin beautifully and leaves behind a radiant skin. The formula is fast absorbing and is very lightweight. You do need to top it off with a moisturiser and seal the deal with a sunscreen.

I have been using the product for a week now and it is insane how it has started to show brightening results already. 

I am content with the product and would definitely recommend you to go ahead and try this especially if skin brightening is what you’re looking for. Best bang for your buck.



expensive and the smell might not be loved by all

It keeps my body hydrated all day long keeping in mind that i have extremely dry skin, adds a nice smell to the body (and surprisingly it also helped with my keratosis pilaris)

*expensive 
*has no brightens effect even after 4 weeks of using it
*a little greasy 

You can go for it but i personally think that it's over priced according to the very little benefits that it delivers. You could find great alternatives at much cheaper prices with similar ingredient list.

^gives a smoothening effect on the skin and thus it is great for blurring pores and minor facial lines, it can also be used as primer. 

^The reflective particals in it makes the skin look glowy and bright.  Can be used on the highpoints of the face when you're not wearing any makeup.

🔻It’s slightly expensive than what i normally purchase.
🔻Can be slightly sticky at first application
🔻The fragrance lingers for a while.

This toner is super hydrating and just what I was looking for especially as the colder season approaches.  
🔺Hydrating and moisturizing
🔺Lightweight and refreshing
🔺Soothes and calms the skin
🔺Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

It gives a horrible white cast and pills near the hairline and would not recommend this to anyone because I had a tough time emptying this tube even on my body because of the white cast which is not visible in the picture but in real life it is very much noticeable.

At the top of the list will be the fact that it contains zinc oxide which is essentially what you should look for in a physical sunsceen. It’s non comedogenic, fragrance free, fragrance free and lasts for 80 minutes.

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