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Even skin tone: great improvement but am I missing anything else?

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Criteria16 · 05/02/2025 14:56

I am 50 and, generally speaking, my skin is ok. I would describe it as oily or combination, with big pores but quite bright, no major lines (a bit around my eyes).
About a year ago I started tretinoin on Dermatica and it took a while to see noticeable results but toward the end of last year my skin was consistently smooth, I haven't had a breakout in months and less fine lines. However, I still could not avoid wearing foundation as both the texture and colour of my skin weren't even on my face.
One of my new year's resolutions was to drink more water, so I bought a huge Stanley cup and I have been carrying it everywhere with me since the beginning of January. This way I really got into the habit of drinking regularly ....and that has had an incredible effect on my skin! How did it happen I never realized hydration is such a game changer? Where have I been living until now???

Skin is so smooth and even, in color, tone and texture, that I don't wear any make up most days (others just a bit of concealer). Still a bit oily, but I found a great powder to keep it under control.

I am now considering stepping up on my skin care and start dermaplanning. What else do you think would also make a difference?

OP posts:
Pr1mr0se · 05/02/2025 15:06

Oxygen facials and The Ordinary buffet serum work well for me (same age group and skin type as you).

Itsalwaysfools · 05/02/2025 15:08

Hydroquinone. Not for everyone but it's a game changer. Prescription only though too.

rumkar · 06/02/2025 01:12

Add hydroquinone 4% to your tretinoin night cream. Dermatica's custom formula's are strong and work well. I have similar from Monderma. Also get a vitamin C cream to use in the morning. These are the best three ingredients for skin tone.

Jillfi · 07/02/2025 02:47

Hydroquinone or tranexamic acid

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