Lip balm before anything is actually a really great tip. I was putting my retinol on without doing this step first and it definitely started irritating my lips. Putting Vaseline on before my retinol was a small, but important step to stop that.
I appreciate how you showed us a PM routine while you still had breakouts. Gives me a lot of hope that, as a senior resident in dermatology, no matter how fastidious I am with my skincare routine, my skin will still misbehave once in a while. Thank you. 😇
Thank you for being transparent and honest about your skin issues!! You are a role model empowering us that’s ok to have breakouts and still be beautiful 🤩
I didn’t even notice your blemishes until you mentioned them. Your radiance is profound, and so much more than skin deep. Your mention of being intentional, considering ‘why’ is so meaningful and appreciated. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, Dr. Ellis! ❤
I'm really glad you mention putting products on the back of the hands. The back of the hands are important to take care of too! I even put tretinoin on the back of my hand and it doesn't irritate my hand.
Hey Dr. Sam! Thank for a great, entertaining and informational video. Two questions: 1. Do you wash your hands with soap and water between products? 2. How long do you wait between products before applying the next one? Hope you see this, thanks again :)
just found your you tube, am 75 and would so much like to see the best way to do a morning and evening routine on a pensioners, budget, plus super sensitive to products around eyes. Thankyou in advance,
I appreciate your candor about your own skin care, especially showing us your bare face.. You look splendid, alluring *without makeup*, and that inspires me to be more diligent about taking care of my skin.. I'm a male, obviously, and the tuition you provide on your channel has been most helpful. I even purchased, on your recommendation, Burt's Bees Red Dahlia tinted lip balm just to add a touch of color to my lips; and I really like it.. Thanks.
Good point on people who use a lot of serums that have one ingredient!! Like with The Ordinary, a lot of people love it because they’re affordable, but if you get a serum that have like 5 or 6 of those things combined, and it costs like let’s say $80 then it’s technically cheaper than The ordinary individual serums. Too much to keep track of. I have enough to worry about! Lol 😂
Mic drop Absolutely agree, that sometimes your skin will have bad days and accepting it is a way better approach. I used to the breaking out as teen and young adult. Currently have a couple hormonal break outs but I’m going with the flow, treating it with kindness so I doesn’t leave a souvenir behind. 😂 everywhere else my skin is very beautiful
I saw your bioderma tip years ago and this is always my first cleanser now. I even let it sit on my eyes first as you did. It's also great to use in the morning before an at home workout- no need to dull full morning routine until after the workout.
I’ve always enjoyed your channel. But your speech around the 11 minute mark…….. you are now my favorite! Preach! Yes!! They need to find something better to do than make fun of us non-perfect-skin folks!!!!
I'm so grateful for your videos and education! I've had the worst oily & acne-prone skin my whole life, and have tried everything (acne creams, acne patches, oil blotting sheets, etc) - until I decided to throw in the towel and start from the ground up with a multi-step skincare routine. I always thought it was too big a hassle or too fussy, but I'm so glad I did. I'm 3 months into a ~7-step skincare routine, and it has honestly been LIFECHANGING! My skin is so much younger, radiant, and acne-free that I can't even believe it! I'm still working up to the ~10-steps (with more advanced elements like serums), but I can't believe it took me until my 30's to do this. It was a lot of research, and Dr. Ellis' videos on oily skin products, order to apply products, etc were pivotal. Thank you so much for all you do, you changed my life!
Thank you for your work with Naturium - I am very impressed by what I’ve tried so far. I’ve tried numerous Retin A-type products and brands, but have been most impressed by their Retinaldehyde for my face, and Retinol for my neck. Because I like these items so much, I will try other Naturium products
I have double cleansed for decades but didn’t call it that. It was just removing my makeup then cleansing my face. I got in the habit in my teens when doing theater. In those days, I sometimes had to do a triple cleanse to get it all off. I changed my opinion of toners, which was that they caused more problems than they were worth, when I first started using K Beauty products. I use several toners, essences, and toner essences for the hydration they provide my skin. I know the effect is temporary, but using them has solved a decades long problem of skin dehydration and the barrier issues that go along with it. Like you, I always put on a lip balm and eye cream before any retinoid. (It’s a tip I got from another YT derm.) I haven’t had any migration problems into those sensitive areas since I started the practice. I still have sensitivity issues with retinoids around my mouth and nose. I really can’t use them there, but I’ve found that applying a bakuchiol cream in that area offers some of the benefits of retinoids without the pain the retinoids cause. I also do the moisturizer sandwich technique because my skin is extremely sensitive. The sensitivity is why I haven’t been able to go beyond using retinoids three times a week. Some things that have always baffled dermatologists about my skin are that it can’t handle using the same products daily and some petrochemicals are a big problem-no mineral oil or petrolatum for me. Those are both easily solved by alternating similar products and reading ingredients lists to check for the things my skin can’t handle including salicylates, any form of lanolin, fragrances (including essential oils and terpenes), and others that I can’t think of at the moment but I recognize when I read them. I’m never content with having to alternate products and try to use a single product daily, but I’ve not been able to tolerate that in 50 years of skincare. One last point, I applaud you for showing us your skin as it is without apology. I wish I were that brave when I was younger. I had a horrible outbreak of cystic acne on the day I had to do a photo shoot and am still embarrassed by those images.
You popped up in my "feed" and I'm so glad! Thank You, not only for the information, but for your transparency about having skin issues sometimes. I'm 54, went a long time without acne, started HRT in May, and now I'm not just fighting wrinkles but acne too! Think I need to look into this Tretinoin you mentioned. Thanks again. I'll be checking out your channel again. 😀
I'm also 54 from the UK, and started HRT last year. Within a week the acne started. No issues before. My doctor says it isn't the HRT. Eh, yes it is! I stopped HRT 2 weeks ago and my skin has cleared, first time in over a year! Shame as HRT is great for so much but I can't stand acne!
I wash my face with water first, so the makeup starts to wash of a bit and then I clean up mascara with micelar water. I always had troubles removing mascara, this pre-step really works magic!
What a great, quick review of the general rules of layering but a confirmation that there's no data that one HAS to do it a certain way. Those tips about moisturizing before or sandwiching to help tret inflammation is so helpful; I've been stuck at every 3rd day & realize I could fix it that way. Question: how often do you suggest a final "slug" occlusive layer if there is any peeling happening? Keep that short term? Thanks!!!❤🌺🙏
I really like your advice. I watch other derms online and what you say is smart-don’t overdo it, but focus on any issues you have. Less is probably more. I actually have good skin. I do use Tretinoin, but only a few nights in the week. I also use Vitamin C in the day under my moisturizer. I use AHA some nights. I go by the rule thinner to thicker. I use occlusive moisturizers over my actives since I have dry skin.
Another RUclipsr advised not to use any acids with Tretinoin. She is a doctor, too, but not a dermatologist. So I’ve been alternating tretinoin and azaleic acid. Now that I’ve seen this routine, I’ll use my tretinoin every day!!
I’m not the amazing Dr. Sam BUT I know people use head and shoulders or the Nizoral anti dandruff shampoo to wash their foreheads when they get that fungal acne and it works! Give that a try unless Dr. Sam gives other advice that fits your needs better but Nizoral is a great place to start. And just make sure to use moisturizer afterwards so you’re replacing any moisture you removed during the face washing process
Waaaait a second! :o Why have I always been told to use retinols alone and only by themselves?? That's my reason for applying them every 2,3 nights.. I had zero idea one could use it in the middle of other skincare products!! So it has always been: remove makeup>cleanse>retinol>bed. I use either 1% retinol cream or Epiduo..
I am new to your channel and oh my gosh. Thank you! You are so easy to watch and your delivery is so soothing. This was so very helpful and I even took notes! Thank you.
Thank you for this great information.... I started using Night Shift on my neck and décolleté because my retinol was irritating... omg I love it and can use it every night without irritation 😊
This video is full of helpful tips! I just had to watch it again. Your opinion on skin cleansing devices, please 😊 I'm talking about the ones that are really gentle on the skin, I don't want to risk and go for dupes
You can definitely simplify by just doing the wash, eye cream, serum, and moisturizer! That's what I do after 12hr nursing shift. When I have more time, I do something similar to what she showed
Hey, Dr Sam! Loved this video. About retinoids on the neck, I was able to use my prescription tretinoin 0.025% on my neck *every single night* after building tolerance! I adored my tret, but my derm switched me over to Epiduo. Hopefully he'll put me back on it 💖
Do you use Epiduo together with other products? I am so confused as I've been told to use it only by itself. So: cleans>Epiduo>bed. Now I saw this video am I'm so confused :o had no idea it could be used with even moisture. Let alone acids
Hi! Such a helpful and clarifying video. Thank you! 🙏🏼 If you were to incorporate copper peptides, when would that go? And what would you avoid when using an AHA on some nights a week?
I also use the Laneige Balm and love the way it feels on the skin when you have it on. Is also pretty hyped.. Unfortunately it is not very caring, when I wake up in the morning my lips are not better cared for than before....
I got the misceller water yesterday and I LOVE IT! And even though my husband won’t do a full skincare routine, if I hand him a round with this on, he will at least do that!!! Amazing.
I love how you are so honest and show how no one can have perfect skin even with a perfect routine!! Thank you 🙂 is used to be so hard on myself because I felt I shouldn’t get any pimples at all! I would love to know your thoughts about the retinol on the neck in the morning…do you need to wash it off since you will be going into the sun or is it not a problem since it’s been on there so long! I use tretinoin on my face and obviously wash that off but would love to try this one for my neck! Thoughts on this?! Thanks!!
I use hyaluronic acid and then CeraVe night cream with ceramides & niacinamide. But, I recently bought Amylactin with 15% Lactic acid. How should I work the Amylactin into my skin care routine?
Thanks for all the info @DrSamEllis! I’m veeeeery late to the skincare party (46!) but I’m here, with my SPF and so many questions!! 😅 About cleansing at night, after makeup, I usually do micellar water with a cotton round and then I wash my face at night on my quick shower (with hydrating face wash) before bedtime, cos I felt that really cleaned out any makeup/mascara leftovers (and I hate the mess on the sink) but a friend mentioned that’s NOT a good idea and to just stick to the sink 😢 Is this really true? Does it make a difference? Thanks beforehand to anyone that can help!!
Makes absolutely no difference between sink or shower, except maybe using hotter water in the shower than you would while washing your face in the sink.
@@carola3046 me too! I'm 70 now and honestly didn't get serious about a routine until 68( just boots serum and 30 spf😂) it took A pandemic for me to sit and watch and learn about serious skin care😅🎉. I glow now and am mistaken for 50's not 70. NEVER too late❤
The theory behind the sink or shower really just comes down to how you’re treating your skin. People just tend to irritate their skin more in the shower when using water that is either too hot or cold or aggressively scrubbing/washing (especially if your shower head is high pressured). As long as you’re being gentle, you can cleanse your skin wherever you’d like!
Dr. Ellis, I’m 52 years old. My current nighttime routine is (La Roche Posay products) Cleanser, Retinol, and Moisturizer. I’d like to add Hyaluronic Acid now…..please tell me when and if it’s safe!
I wish I'd realized when I was a young adult whose face went crazy with acne out of the blue that derms can get it too and it's okay. Instead I spent money I didn't have at department store counters that pushed everything but the kitchen sink at me and none of it did anything but aggravate my face even more for which I blamed my skin and hated it more, not the products.
Wow, my routine is almost exactly like yours except the brands are different. I use the cetaphil hydrating cleanser, naturium salicylic acid exfoliant, and the naturium vitamin c serum, and the naturium azelaic acid emulsion, and the crave PM moisturizer. Then the naturium spf
At what point would i add in my acne treatment gel? I use cerave acne control gel. It is my first product application. Then I use adapalene and then a moistureizer and eye cream. If i am using adapalene, do i not need the acne tx gel? I tolerate the adapalene well, other than a longer than expected purging period. Thanks!
THANK YOU so much for doing this video! I struggled with the order of products for a long time, and now I feel like I have a plan. This video was beneficial, and I appreciate it. I also appreciate YOU and the way you give valuable advice so freely. I've never watched one of your videos and felt like it was a waste of time - I always take something away from your messages. Your channel is valuable, and I've learned a lot! Thank you for putting in the time and effort to make valuable content. You're amazing! ❤
Why can’t you put a cream directly under the eye? That skin is the thinnest and feels like it would love that extra moisture. Loved this video (as always) by the way!
What about a pure? Hyaluronic acid? In my mind, wouldn’t that be one of the most important things because it would help any of your serums and your night or morning lotions and retinol sink to deeper layers of your skin? If you were going to buy a product and it’s pure form, I feel like that should be one?I would love your thoughts on that, please!
I have rosacea & use a prescription Azelaic acid gel 15%,. When would I use it in my routine? I only use it once a day in the morning. I use e.l.f holy hydration cleansing, gel, e.l.f. Holy hydration toner, the azelaic acid then e.l.f holy hydration moisturizer. Your comments would be appreciated.
I have two questions. Can you combine tretinoin with moisturizer together and apply to your face? Also, what do you recommend for eye bags? P.s. I love your channel ❤
It’s not recommended mixing a retinoid and moisturizer because it could lead to “hot spots” i.e. one part of your face could get all the retinol. Unless they’re specifically formulated to mix together, the products might not work well mixed then applied.
My question is, when do i apply my niacinamide serum? Before or after my tretinoin cream? Or does it not matter? And i use salicylic acid serum, can it be used in the same routine or alternate days?
I definitely let an over saturated cotton round soak micellar water into my (waterproof) mascara for like a whole minute and it doesn’t get like half of it off. Especially on the underside of the lashes where there’s less contact. I guess it depends on the mascara you use?
I use the same azelaic acid! I absolutely love the naturium one so much better than the ordinary. It really helps with my redness and pore clogging. I use it in the morning though now that I see you combine it with tretinoin, I kinda wanna try too🤔
I can't wear retinoids every night..too irritating. Also I heard we shouldnt use retinoid ever night because we don't want our skin to constantly be in cell turnover mode.
Hi, I like you video. For how long you should wait before applying each layer and is it okay applying retinoid while exfoliating the skin on the same night? Thank you
Thanks Dr. Ellis! I have oily/acne prone/sensitive skin (so much PIH ) and I was wondering when was the best time to use/best way to layer the "acne treatment" (benozyl peroxide or salicylic acid) and then skin treatment serum (retinol or lactic/glycolic acid)
I personally use salicylic acid/glycolic acid during my morning routine and finish with sunscreen. I use retinol every other night.I don't use benzoyl peroxide anymore but if I had to I would put it during nights that I don't use retinol. Hope this helps!
I always used my BP in the morning after applying any serum and sunscreen. I use a serum type sunscreen with SPF 50 by LaRoche Posy. The BP really prevents my skin from becoming too oily during the day. I only put it on my T zone and acne prone areas. I use the retinA at night under a light layer of moisturizer. I wash with a glycolic acid cleanser about twice a week, rather than using glycolic acid gel or cream, which makes my skin red and dry. Otherwise I use a very mild cleanser, I really like Vanicream gentle foaming cleanser and it’s priced right.
I asked this in a different video. Is it better to wait 10 minutes after applying retinoids to apply moisturizer? Does it make the retinoid more effective or not really?
Lip balm before anything is actually a really great tip. I was putting my retinol on without doing this step first and it definitely started irritating my lips. Putting Vaseline on before my retinol was a small, but important step to stop that.
Thanks for all this information ❤
SUCH A GOOD TIP!
Bless you for filming with breakouts/real skin- it normalizes those things for all of us
I appreciate how you showed us a PM routine while you still had breakouts.
Gives me a lot of hope that, as a senior resident in dermatology, no matter how fastidious I am with my skincare routine, my skin will still misbehave once in a while.
Thank you. 😇
Thank you for being transparent and honest about your skin issues!! You are a role model empowering us that’s ok to have breakouts and still be beautiful 🤩
I didn’t even notice your blemishes until you mentioned them. Your radiance is profound, and so much more than skin deep. Your mention of being intentional, considering ‘why’ is so meaningful and appreciated. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, Dr. Ellis! ❤
Love this! Seeing a professional dermatologist with acne is sooo refreshing and reassuring!
I'm really glad you mention putting products on the back of the hands. The back of the hands are important to take care of too! I even put tretinoin on the back of my hand and it doesn't irritate my hand.
Hey Dr. Sam! Thank for a great, entertaining and informational video. Two questions:
1. Do you wash your hands with soap and water between products?
2. How long do you wait between products before applying the next one?
Hope you see this, thanks again :)
Thank you for making this video! It is very helpful! Can you do a AM skincare routine in the best order as well?
just found your you tube, am 75 and would so much like to see the best way to do a morning and evening routine on a pensioners, budget, plus super sensitive to products around eyes. Thankyou in advance,
I appreciate your candor about your own skin care, especially showing us your bare face.. You look splendid, alluring *without makeup*, and that inspires me to be more diligent about taking care of my skin.. I'm a male, obviously, and the tuition you provide on your channel has been most helpful. I even purchased, on your recommendation, Burt's Bees Red Dahlia tinted lip balm just to add a touch of color to my lips; and I really like it.. Thanks.
Good point on people who use a lot of serums that have one ingredient!! Like with The Ordinary, a lot of people love it because they’re affordable, but if you get a serum that have like 5 or 6 of those things combined, and it costs like let’s say $80 then it’s technically cheaper than The ordinary individual serums. Too much to keep track of. I have enough to worry about! Lol 😂
I get that but o always wonder if they have enough of each active to be effective .
Yes! Stand in the skin you have! Love this. Thanks for the empowering encouragement and reality check.
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Absolutely agree, that sometimes your skin will have bad days and accepting it is a way better approach. I used to the breaking out as teen and young adult. Currently have a couple hormonal break outs but I’m going with the flow, treating it with kindness so I doesn’t leave a souvenir behind. 😂 everywhere else my skin is very beautiful
I love a good face oil so I always put a drop or two after my moisturizer at night. My skin looks and feels great in the morning. 🙂
I saw your bioderma tip years ago and this is always my first cleanser now. I even let it sit on my eyes first as you did. It's also great to use in the morning before an at home workout- no need to dull full morning routine until after the workout.
I’ve always enjoyed your channel. But your speech around the 11 minute mark…….. you are now my favorite! Preach! Yes!! They need to find something better to do than make fun of us non-perfect-skin folks!!!!
Thank you Dr Ellis!! You and Dr Dray have help me so much dealing with hyperpigmentation and my journey with tretinoin!! Your skin is beautiful
I'm so grateful for your videos and education! I've had the worst oily & acne-prone skin my whole life, and have tried everything (acne creams, acne patches, oil blotting sheets, etc) - until I decided to throw in the towel and start from the ground up with a multi-step skincare routine. I always thought it was too big a hassle or too fussy, but I'm so glad I did. I'm 3 months into a ~7-step skincare routine, and it has honestly been LIFECHANGING! My skin is so much younger, radiant, and acne-free that I can't even believe it! I'm still working up to the ~10-steps (with more advanced elements like serums), but I can't believe it took me until my 30's to do this. It was a lot of research, and Dr. Ellis' videos on oily skin products, order to apply products, etc were pivotal. Thank you so much for all you do, you changed my life!
One of your BEST videos. Thanks for showing the human side Dr. Sam!
Hello Donna
This was really helpful in helping me decide if there's anything I need to change with my routine. Thank you!
Thank you for your work with Naturium - I am very impressed by what I’ve tried so far. I’ve tried numerous Retin A-type products and brands, but have been most impressed by their Retinaldehyde for my face, and Retinol for my neck. Because I like these items so much, I will try other Naturium products
You rock, Dr. Sam! Simplify my routine!
Excellent - very useful. But why is everyone on RUclips saying “go in with” instead of “apply?”
I have double cleansed for decades but didn’t call it that. It was just removing my makeup then cleansing my face. I got in the habit in my teens when doing theater. In those days, I sometimes had to do a triple cleanse to get it all off.
I changed my opinion of toners, which was that they caused more problems than they were worth, when I first started using K Beauty products. I use several toners, essences, and toner essences for the hydration they provide my skin. I know the effect is temporary, but using them has solved a decades long problem of skin dehydration and the barrier issues that go along with it.
Like you, I always put on a lip balm and eye cream before any retinoid. (It’s a tip I got from another YT derm.) I haven’t had any migration problems into those sensitive areas since I started the practice. I still have sensitivity issues with retinoids around my mouth and nose. I really can’t use them there, but I’ve found that applying a bakuchiol cream in that area offers some of the benefits of retinoids without the pain the retinoids cause. I also do the moisturizer sandwich technique because my skin is extremely sensitive. The sensitivity is why I haven’t been able to go beyond using retinoids three times a week.
Some things that have always baffled dermatologists about my skin are that it can’t handle using the same products daily and some petrochemicals are a big problem-no mineral oil or petrolatum for me. Those are both easily solved by alternating similar products and reading ingredients lists to check for the things my skin can’t handle including salicylates, any form of lanolin, fragrances (including essential oils and terpenes), and others that I can’t think of at the moment but I recognize when I read them. I’m never content with having to alternate products and try to use a single product daily, but I’ve not been able to tolerate that in 50 years of skincare.
One last point, I applaud you for showing us your skin as it is without apology. I wish I were that brave when I was younger. I had a horrible outbreak of cystic acne on the day I had to do a photo shoot and am still embarrassed by those images.
Thanks for making it simple routine based on everyone needs.I like your honesty
Great video! How long should we wait in between each product application? Thanks!
Great question!
Yes how long do we need to wait?
@@MEF7after the layer dries. Serums dry very quickly
You popped up in my "feed" and I'm so glad! Thank You, not only for the information, but for your transparency about having skin issues sometimes. I'm 54, went a long time without acne, started HRT in May, and now I'm not just fighting wrinkles but acne too! Think I need to look into this Tretinoin you mentioned. Thanks again. I'll be checking out your channel again. 😀
I'm also 54 from the UK, and started HRT last year. Within a week the acne started. No issues before. My doctor says it isn't the HRT. Eh, yes it is! I stopped HRT 2 weeks ago and my skin has cleared, first time in over a year! Shame as HRT is great for so much but I can't stand acne!
Just add spironolactane- if hrt was causing acne, spiro will counteract.
I wash my face with water first, so the makeup starts to wash of a bit and then I clean up mascara with micelar water. I always had troubles removing mascara, this pre-step really works magic!
What a great, quick review of the general rules of layering but a confirmation that there's no data that one HAS to do it a certain way. Those tips about moisturizing before or sandwiching to help tret inflammation is so helpful; I've been stuck at every 3rd day & realize I could fix it that way. Question: how often do you suggest a final "slug" occlusive layer if there is any peeling happening? Keep that short term? Thanks!!!❤🌺🙏
Thank you!!!!!! I appreciate you showing your natural skin which is beautiful. ❤
Thank you for the tip on how to use miceller water on our eye makeup. That helped me a lot!
Hi how long to wait between applying the different products on your face. Thanks
I really like your advice. I watch other derms online and what you say is smart-don’t overdo it, but focus on any issues you have. Less is probably more. I actually have good skin. I do use Tretinoin, but only a few nights in the week. I also use Vitamin C in the day under my moisturizer. I use AHA some nights. I go by the rule thinner to thicker. I use occlusive moisturizers over my actives since I have dry skin.
Thank you for being real and showing that yes we do get pimples! Also loving the list of facial products in order very helpful!
Another RUclipsr advised not to use any acids with Tretinoin. She is a doctor, too, but not a dermatologist. So I’ve been alternating tretinoin and azaleic acid. Now that I’ve seen this routine, I’ll use my tretinoin every day!!
Yes as long as you’re not getting irritation it’s not an issue!
She is a dermatologist
@@CH-zu7fn re-read my post, please. the non dermatologist doctor to whom I referred is the other RUclipsr.
@@DrSamElliscan you recommend a cleanser and moisturizer for dry sensitive and scaly skin “ and fungal issues like fungal acne and seb derm
I’m not the amazing Dr. Sam BUT I know people use head and shoulders or the Nizoral anti dandruff shampoo to wash their foreheads when they get that fungal acne and it works! Give that a try unless Dr. Sam gives other advice that fits your needs better but Nizoral is a great place to start.
And just make sure to use moisturizer afterwards so you’re replacing any moisture you removed during the face washing process
Do you hold off on the moisturizer for 20-30 min to let retinol soak in ??
I was told to do that but sometimes am confused if I really have to.
Waaaait a second! :o
Why have I always been told to use retinols alone and only by themselves??
That's my reason for applying them every 2,3 nights..
I had zero idea one could use it in the middle of other skincare products!! So it has always been:
remove makeup>cleanse>retinol>bed.
I use either 1% retinol cream or Epiduo..
I am new to your channel and oh my gosh. Thank you! You are so easy to watch and your delivery is so soothing. This was so very helpful and I even took notes! Thank you.
Thank you for this great information.... I started using Night Shift on my neck and décolleté because my retinol was irritating... omg I love it and can use it every night without irritation 😊
Yay so happy to hear that! I think it’s such a special product!
If you use Azelaic Acid, hyalauronic acid and face oil in your routine, what order should they be in?
This video is full of helpful tips! I just had to watch it again. Your opinion on skin cleansing devices, please 😊 I'm talking about the ones that are really gentle on the skin, I don't want to risk and go for dupes
Thank you so much for this information. Do you have a morning routine video as well?
Dr. Sam Ellis, this is my favorite RUclips video of all time :') THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Looking for a simple routine - I’ll keep looking thanks
You can definitely simplify by just doing the wash, eye cream, serum, and moisturizer! That's what I do after 12hr nursing shift. When I have more time, I do something similar to what she showed
Hey, Dr Sam! Loved this video. About retinoids on the neck, I was able to use my prescription tretinoin 0.025% on my neck *every single night* after building tolerance! I adored my tret, but my derm switched me over to Epiduo. Hopefully he'll put me back on it 💖
Do you use Epiduo together with other products? I am so confused as I've been told to use it only by itself. So: cleans>Epiduo>bed. Now I saw this video am I'm so confused :o had no idea it could be used with even moisture. Let alone acids
Hi,lovely video routine explained with much clarity. Very helpful. I like using aloe Vera gel. Can it be considered a toner / serum replacement?
Hi! Such a helpful and clarifying video. Thank you! 🙏🏼
If you were to incorporate copper peptides, when would that go?
And what would you avoid when using an AHA on some nights a week?
Thank u ❤ for doing this with breakout, that's life for many of us.. much Appreciated ..u are so beautiful. Blessings 🙌 ..
Thanks so much! Would you be able to suggest products for a person of color,if they are different?😊
New to your channel and I loved the video thank you❤️ I learned so much and you’re beautiful & you got a new follow!
Absolutely! I’m 75 and still get bumps!
Thanks so much for the great info! You do a wonderful job!
if you aren’t sure, then go by these general “rules” for products used after cleansing. lightest to heaviest. water based to oil based.
Fantastic! Can you do one for morning??
I wish there was a "love" button for your videos!
I also use the Laneige Balm and love the way it feels on the skin when you have it on. Is also pretty hyped..
Unfortunately it is not very caring, when I wake up in the morning my lips are not better cared for than before....
How long should you wait between layering products? Thanks this is so helpful ❤
Really informative - thank you!
I got the misceller water yesterday and I LOVE IT! And even though my husband won’t do a full skincare routine, if I hand him a round with this on, he will at least do that!!! Amazing.
Love to hear this!!
What do you recommend for the first cleanse? Your videos has helped me so much establish an affordable skincare regiment.
I love how you are so honest and show how no one can have perfect skin even with a perfect routine!! Thank you 🙂 is used to be so hard on myself because I felt I shouldn’t get any pimples at all!
I would love to know your thoughts about the retinol on the neck in the morning…do you need to wash it off since you will be going into the sun or is it not a problem since it’s been on there so long! I use tretinoin on my face and obviously wash that off but would love to try this one for my neck! Thoughts on this?! Thanks!!
Hi! If you can, definitely apply your retinol/tretinoin to your neck! Start slowly, and eventually you could use it every night, like I used to.
No need to wash off your Tretinoin anywhere.
Super helpful! Definitely going to simplify my routine.
I use hyaluronic acid and then CeraVe night cream with ceramides & niacinamide. But, I recently bought Amylactin with 15% Lactic acid. How should I work the Amylactin into my skin care routine?
Thanks for all the info @DrSamEllis! I’m veeeeery late to the skincare party (46!) but I’m here, with my SPF and so many questions!! 😅 About cleansing at night, after makeup, I usually do micellar water with a cotton round and then I wash my face at night on my quick shower (with hydrating face wash) before bedtime, cos I felt that really cleaned out any makeup/mascara leftovers (and I hate the mess on the sink) but a friend mentioned that’s NOT a good idea and to just stick to the sink 😢 Is this really true? Does it make a difference? Thanks beforehand to anyone that can help!!
Makes absolutely no difference between sink or shower, except maybe using hotter water in the shower than you would while washing your face in the sink.
You’re a baby😂. I started my serious skincare at 60/62. I am going on 74. It does make a difference 😊Keep at it!
@@carola3046 me too! I'm 70 now and honestly didn't get serious about a routine until 68( just boots serum and 30 spf😂) it took A pandemic for me to sit and watch and learn about serious skin care😅🎉. I glow now and am mistaken for 50's not 70. NEVER too late❤
The theory behind the sink or shower really just comes down to how you’re treating your skin. People just tend to irritate their skin more in the shower when using water that is either too hot or cold or aggressively scrubbing/washing (especially if your shower head is high pressured). As long as you’re being gentle, you can cleanse your skin wherever you’d like!
@@mikaylatolan5965 Thanks for the detailed explanation, this makes sense now, I appreciate it!
Dr. Ellis, I’m 52 years old. My current nighttime routine is (La Roche Posay products) Cleanser, Retinol, and Moisturizer. I’d like to add Hyaluronic Acid now…..please tell me when and if it’s safe!
I wish I'd realized when I was a young adult whose face went crazy with acne out of the blue that derms can get it too and it's okay. Instead I spent money I didn't have at department store counters that pushed everything but the kitchen sink at me and none of it did anything but aggravate my face even more for which I blamed my skin and hated it more, not the products.
Hi. Will you please do a video on layering your prequel products? ❤
Thank you for this video. Super helpful! What is your opinion about lactic acid being used before retinol?
Your so wonderful, I am not really into skin care but I just love your videos 😅
Wow, my routine is almost exactly like yours except the brands are different. I use the cetaphil hydrating cleanser, naturium salicylic acid exfoliant, and the naturium vitamin c serum, and the naturium azelaic acid emulsion, and the crave PM moisturizer. Then the naturium spf
At what point would i add in my acne treatment gel? I use cerave acne control gel. It is my first product application. Then I use adapalene and then a moistureizer and eye cream. If i am using adapalene, do i not need the acne tx gel? I tolerate the adapalene well, other than a longer than expected purging period.
Thanks!
THANK YOU so much for doing this video! I struggled with the order of products for a long time, and now I feel like I have a plan. This video was beneficial, and I appreciate it. I also appreciate YOU and the way you give valuable advice so freely. I've never watched one of your videos and felt like it was a waste of time - I always take something away from your messages. Your channel is valuable, and I've learned a lot! Thank you for putting in the time and effort to make valuable content. You're amazing! ❤
Regarding morning skincare routine,when do you add sunscreen
Why can’t you put a cream directly under the eye? That skin is the thinnest and feels like it would love that extra moisture.
Loved this video (as always) by the way!
You definitely can! But some people are prone to developing milia in that area with thicker creams.
@@DrSamEllis ah okay, I’ll watch out for that. Thanks so much!
When do you apply prescription creams like Soolantra or Rhofade for rosacea?
this video made me subscribe to u. love ur nonjudgmental mentality and realistic vibe. so cool!
What about a pure? Hyaluronic acid? In my mind, wouldn’t that be one of the most important things because it would help any of your serums and your night or morning lotions and retinol sink to deeper layers of your skin? If you were going to buy a product and it’s pure form, I feel like that should be one?I would love your thoughts on that, please!
I have rosacea & use a prescription Azelaic acid gel 15%,. When would I use it in my routine? I only use it once a day in the morning. I use e.l.f holy hydration cleansing, gel, e.l.f. Holy hydration toner, the azelaic acid then e.l.f holy hydration moisturizer. Your comments would be appreciated.
I have two questions. Can you combine tretinoin with moisturizer together and apply to your face? Also, what do you recommend for eye bags? P.s. I love your channel ❤
It’s not recommended mixing a retinoid and moisturizer because it could lead to “hot spots” i.e. one part of your face could get all the retinol. Unless they’re specifically formulated to mix together, the products might not work well mixed then applied.
My question is, when do i apply my niacinamide serum? Before or after my tretinoin cream? Or does it not matter? And i use salicylic acid serum, can it be used in the same routine or alternate days?
I definitely let an over saturated cotton round soak micellar water into my (waterproof) mascara for like a whole minute and it doesn’t get like half of it off. Especially on the underside of the lashes where there’s less contact. I guess it depends on the mascara you use?
I use the same azelaic acid! I absolutely love the naturium one so much better than the ordinary. It really helps with my redness and pore clogging. I use it in the morning though now that I see you combine it with tretinoin, I kinda wanna try too🤔
I can't wear retinoids every night..too irritating. Also I heard we shouldnt use retinoid ever night because we don't want our skin to constantly be in cell turnover mode.
When do you apply vitamin c? Can you apply collagen and retinol water first too in the beginning of your skin routine?
Thanks for making this video!
Love this!!! I wanted to ask tho- how many days a week should one use the azaleic aid? Is every night too much? I like to use it for rosacea !
Damn! This is very detailed and informative! Thank you
I saw a video that mentioned that there should be no more than 3 products that get used at one time.
Hi, should I use niacinamide moisturizer even though I started using beginners retinoid and use vitamin c in the morning? Thank you
Lovely video Dr Sam Ellie, ❤
Thanks for sharing your PM skincare, Take care.
Hi,
I like you video. For how long you should wait before applying each layer and is it okay applying retinoid while exfoliating the skin on the same night?
Thank you
Dr Ellis , I dont have acne but redness from some broken capillarries , would Azelaic acid help with that?
Do I need to wait for any amount of time after applying a retinoid before applying a moisturizer?
Excellent video, thank you!
What oil would you use to do face massage and at what point would you suggest doing that? At the beginning or end?
Thanks Dr. Ellis! I have oily/acne prone/sensitive skin (so much PIH ) and I was wondering when was the best time to use/best way to layer the "acne treatment" (benozyl peroxide or salicylic acid) and then skin treatment serum (retinol or lactic/glycolic acid)
I personally use salicylic acid/glycolic acid during my morning routine and finish with sunscreen. I use retinol every other night.I don't use benzoyl peroxide anymore but if I had to I would put it during nights that I don't use retinol. Hope this helps!
I always used my BP in the morning after applying any serum and sunscreen. I use a serum type sunscreen with SPF 50 by LaRoche Posy. The BP really prevents my skin from becoming too oily during the day. I only put it on my T zone and acne prone areas. I use the retinA at night under a light layer of moisturizer. I wash with a glycolic acid cleanser about twice a week, rather than using glycolic acid gel or cream, which makes my skin red and dry. Otherwise I use a very mild cleanser, I really like Vanicream gentle foaming cleanser and it’s priced right.
I have dry skin around my eyes, so eye cream is a must and I use it 2 times per day.
Try Castor oil Or Coconut oil. No chemicals. Works wonders
I asked this in a different video. Is it better to wait 10 minutes after applying retinoids to apply moisturizer? Does it make the retinoid more effective or not really?