Shayan
Hello! I am in my early 20s and have been using skincare (and sunscreen!) since I was 15-17. I...
Hello! I am in my early 20s and have been using skincare (and sunscreen!) since I was 15-17. I use a mix of Australian, European, and Asian (Japanese, Korean) skincare to help manage hormonal acne while trying to prevent skin irritation. I have had some retinol mishaps and irritation, so I am now trying to keep my barrier healthy and moisturised so there are no lasting effects.
My focus is on clearing PIE/PIH, smoothing skin texture, and evening my skin tone to look like a juicy muscat grape. At this point, I am diving into retinol for skin smoothing, acne care, and age prevention to complement my suncare.
I am also starting laser hair removal for paradoxical hypertrichosis on my lower face and neck - meaning no actives for ~6 days a month for at least the next 10 months (3 days on either side of treatments) and a focus on soothing and healing.
Feb 2024
Skincare RoutineMorning Routine
11 steps
Gentle, non-foaming milk cleanser that doesn't strip skin. Good for using during a retinol routine.
Citrussy vitamin C serum that is lightweight and quick absorbing with minimal metallic ascorbic acid scent.
Gentle adult acne spot treatment that doesn't irritate surrounding skin. Can also be used in a breakout-prone area...
Region: Brazil
Juicy hyaluronic acid toner/essence - that's it.
Doesn't have major impact on my skin, used after shaving and when irritated for wound healing attribute.
Region: Australia
Occlusive balm for barrier irritations or pre-flight skincare.
Oil free but still glowy, non-irritating moisturiser.
Very mattifying SPF, use with moisturiser for days of higher sun exposure (time spent outside, beach, pool)....
Evening Routine
12 steps
Gentle, non-foaming milk cleanser that doesn't strip skin. Good for using during a retinol routine.
Region: Brazil
Juicy hyaluronic acid toner/essence - that's it.
Gentle adult acne spot treatment that doesn't irritate surrounding skin. Can also be used in a breakout-prone area...
Doesn't have major impact on my skin, used after shaving and when irritated for wound healing attribute.
Region: Australia
Occlusive balm for barrier irritations or pre-flight skincare.
Oil free but still glowy, non-irritating moisturiser.
World's best lip balm used before bed.
Going to use this routine until i finish BoJ serum (done), snail mucin, and 20% of retinol cream left. Then transition to new retinol routine
Going to use this routine until i finish BoJ serum (done), snail mucin, and 20% of retinol cream left. Then transition to new retinol routine