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Mid-40s, trying to learn more about Black skincare routines to deal with post-inflammatory...
Mid-40s, trying to learn more about Black skincare routines to deal with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
Currently (Jan 2024) dealing with a random but persistent bout of acne on my left cheek.
Acne + PIH? Ain't nobody got time for that
Skincare RoutineI have been using Duac Gel which contains Clindamycin (an anti-biotic) and **Benzoyl...
I have been using Duac Gel which contains Clindamycin (an anti-biotic) and Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) every night for nearly a month. It has cleared up my acne but I am left with Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH).
To counter this I have switched to using Duac in the AM and using the following ingredients at night:
Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun: Geek and Gorgeous C-Glow: Contains 15% vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
Tue/Thu/Sat: Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1 Night Serum (0.01% retinaldehyde)
Cycling on Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun
Good Molecules Discolouraton Serum: ( Niacinamide & Cetyl Tranexamate Hcl (a derivative of tranexamic acid)
Topicals Faded: (Kojic acid, Melatonin, Azelaic acid & niacinamide)
These two products while not identical are supposed to do the same things. I am still testing to see which is more effective and suitable for my sensitive skin. So on days that I do not use retinol, I use either one or the other (NEVER BOTH).
Once I finish my Duac prescription (another 2 months to go) I will change up the routine again
Morning Routine
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I have switched to using this in the morning and retinol at night. Duac is...
I have switched to using this in the morning and retinol at night. Duac is very effective and as the acne heals I am left with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
As a dark skinned Black woman I need a sunscreen with no whitecast. This is...
As a dark skinned Black woman I need a sunscreen with no whitecast. This is it, at least, if applying only once. Another important note: it does not sting my eyes.
Evening Routine
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Gentle but effective every day cleanser.
Gentle but effective every day cleanser.
This can be slightly drying so I use it twice a week as part of my...
This can be slightly drying so I use it twice a week as part of my exfoliating/mask days.
Never on the same day as retinol.
Apply and wait AT LEAST 15 MINUTES before...
Never on the same day as retinol.
Apply and wait AT LEAST 15 MINUTES before next step
I use this at night for now because I am using Duac in the morning. Once I finish my Duac prescription I will move this back to every morning.
I use this every night after my main active (either 15 minutes after vitamin...
I use this every night after my main active (either 15 minutes after vitamin C or 30 minutes after retinol)
It helps dampen my skin before I apply hyaluronic acid
