The fact that Dr. Dray manages to plan, film and edit a video to post *every day* without fail while also working her day job baffles me. I think i can speak for a lot of us when i say these educational videos are greatly appreciated and we're so grateful! 💖💖✨
I 100% agree. Dr. Dray's videos are so educational. I have learned so much from her and my skin has improved enormously. I too am awed by the fact that she publishes such wonderful videos every single day. 💖🙏Thank you, Dr. Dray.
@@lisamccolly2787 Honestly wasn't sure about that either but regardless I'm impressed by her stamina. Someone else mentioned how she also cooks from home and exercises on top of everything so 👏👏
Hi Dr.Dray, Karla here at 60 and fairly new to a consistent skincare routine am and Pm. Is lactic acid good and safe to use under the eyes? And also: do you have a video on how to treat dehydrated under eyes? I use a peptide fueled moisturizer ( helps so so much) and of course sunscreen. I looked thru all of your videos but haven’t found one on how to treat dehydrated under eyes. Do you have one? Also would you mind doing a tutorial showing how you apply your skincare products( full routine? Thank you 🙏 so much for your dedication to all of us and to your U~Tube channel. May God Bless You daily.
@@karlaharvey2623 I know this reply is somewhat late, however lactic acid is not recommended to be used in the area around the eyes seeing as it can irritate it. It is also recommended more for night use but if you plan on using it during the day then sunscreen is neccessary. If at first your skin is irritated by it, you can mix it with your moisturizer to build your tolerance against it.
Which ones do you use if I may ask? I used to get and give medical grade glycolic peels. Now in my 50s I dont seem to be able to handle just a regular otc peel or serum containing glycolic acid. I want to try lactic but not sure which one is best.
@@michelletidler6773 For polyhydroxy acid, I LOVE NEOSTRATA Bionic Lotion. It's gentle and effective. For Lactic acid, I use The Ordinary lactic acid 10%, it's inexpensive and effective.
I like to put powdered milk, salt and oatmeal in a tied washcloth and put it in my bath I squeeze it onto my skin and let it soak while I soak. It makes my skin so soft. Throw in a little olive oil and you good to go.
I just love and admire her! She is soooo pretty and her SKIN !💕 I think we need more youtubers like her that actually provide information that it's relevant and educational, she's so intelligent and well prepared.
Many years ago, my mother suffered from severe widespread skin allergies. Large areas of her skin were raw. At the time, it was a big deal to see a dermatologist, but the one she saw advised her to wrap the affected areas in gauze soaked in nonfat dry milk, and it worked. I've been a believer ever since.
Ever since I was 31, I have had Autoimmune skin issues: Type 1 Rosacea, Seborrheic dermatitis, rashes that come on with many allergens! I wash my face with 2% Salicylic acid 2-3 times a week, take 6 Rosadyn capsules a day, and obtain Candela V beam laser treatments twice a year! My face has been clear since 2016! It's a shame your Genetics can throw you SUCH a curve ball!
Thank you Dr. Dray, you truly changed my skincare routine. As 44 years old woman who lives in most humid & tropical island in Bali, I finally dare to use Retinoic acid, lactic acid and of course Sunscreen. In fact I've been using these for the last 1 year since pandemic. You truly become my skincare guru and my most favorites dermatologist. I learn lots of new things & knowledge about skin because of you, even my dermatologist here in Bali quiet impressed with my knowledge 😁. Unfortunately using sunscreen in Bali is not yet so popular yet as most assume this more for westerner skin 😂. Anyhow I've taught my kids to use sunscreen and reapply them since they're young, even many people many a jokes on us here 😁. Thank you and best regards from Bali 🥰🥰😘😘
Another great product with lactic acid (along with urea, BHA, PHA, Petrolatum, shea, and more - at the top of the ingredient list!) is Gold Bond Ultimate Rough & Bumpy Daily Therapy Cream. I love this stuff, works FAST (but remains sticky on the skin). Superb for KP. All at an affordable $10 price point.
Hey, Dr Dray. I just wanted to say that I followed your advice on sunscreen and bought LA Roche-Posay antihelios SPF 50 and it doesn't sting my eyes. Everything stings my eyes, even micellar water, literally everything. So big Thank you! After watching many of your videos I bought a new skin care products (from cleancer to sunscreen) and so far I'm satisfied. It's day 1 so I can't say more than this, but I'm happy I found you and thanks to you I realized I'm taking care of my skin entirely wrong 😀 Also the Oat Cleansing balm is amazing. I have dry to combination skin (oily t zone, dry everywhere else, pink skin on my cheeks, rosacea maybe) and my skin feels really soft and hydrated. Thank you! You're the real deal!
Ordinary lactic acid, cerave lotion, LRP gentle cleanser & cerave SA cleanser helped to completely clear my acne, smoothen d my skin and improved any discoloration (been using for a year now)
Hello dr.Dray! 🌷Good information about lactic acid. It's the only acid I can use for my dry/sensitive skin. I am using The Ordinary Lactic acid 10% twice per week for a few years now.💞 I never had any issues with my skin except dryness and sensitivity to some harsh ingredients. Lactic acid makes my skin glowing. 💁
I’ve been waiting 5 years for this video. 😂 I have thin, dry, super reactive skin. I have success with LA and really the only one I can use without problems. Thank you for all you do.
As a professional esthetician I really appreciate your videos. Listen to them when I am not working…great education. Yes, I am a skin nerd and always researching and learning. Love your informative videos. Really appreciate you Dr Dray! Thank you 🙏🏻.
I’ve literally been binge watching videos on The Ordinary Lactic Acid for days trying to decide if I should buy it!!! Because it is a leave on product, do you think it would aggravate my rosacea? (The 5%) Sorry if you covered this in the video, I just begun to watch and wanted to catch you in the comments!! 🥰
Put a blueberry sized dab on your problem area and see what happens. Testing anywhere else is useless since not all areas of your face react the same. Here's my protocol: Patch test on arm first for allergies. Second test is a small dab of the product on the area I want to use it. Therefore if it irritated my skin I minimized the crime scene and can easily recover and have direct results. Imagine the catastrophe if you test it on another area, saw the area not get irritated , then you put it on your problem area and it blows up your whole face because the areas are not equal !
I use TO mandelic acid (I’m dry sensitive and reactive) I only use once a week, dermatologist advised for my skin type, I have no issues with reaction so far, I just cleanse before and moisturise afterwards 😀
I like the "wash off" technique to slowly introduce your skin to it! Use it as a mask for 1 minute, then rinse it off, once a week, and every month build it up by 1-2 minutes, building up to 30 minutes, then leave it on all night once a week. I have eczema so i'm not quite as sensitive, but i try to be cautious haha
Been using the Ordinarys Lactic acid about 4-5 days a week on my bum’s dark KP scar marks (they’ve been one of my biggest embarrassments, and I never thought they would go away without an expensive procedure) for the last 6 months and the scars are more than half faded! I also seal the lactic with a layer of cerave body cream and rotate a retinol 2-3 times a week.
Combining Lactic after Vit C, as Hot&Flashy Angie does, caused severe irritation for me - but not right away. Took several months before irritation occurred. Just a warning . . .
Angie of hot & flashy skin has acclimated to all the steps she takes in her routine. Shes been at it a long time. It wasn't an overnight, or a week thing, & voila non irritated skin. I like Dr. Drays straight forward scientific routine. Angies (hot & flashy) while solid, is way too many steps. Plus Angie uses really pricey tools like the omni lux red light mask at $300+, and the overpriced NuFace gadget at $400+.
@@Osuzyque thanks! I've been using tret for 10 months, I seem fine with vitamin C now and hadn't had a problem with lactic acid before and am unsure if I should persist with the combo
@@laurenmaher1328 it depends on what type of skin you have and the percentage of Vitamin c and lactic acid you are using. I think that less is more. Timeless 20% is too strong for me. I started using timeless 10% vitamin c and still being very careful. A lot of dermatologists advice to use lactic acid, active on your nights off retinol. Again, everyone has a different skin and issues. You just have to get to know your skin with time. Good luck and take care✨
I like glycolic acid because it shrinks my pores on the T zone on my face. I don’t think I tried lactic acid, but it sounds like it would be good for my skin. Anytime dr Dray makes a long video, I always put the video on a higher playback speed. Actually, I do this to any long video. I can watch more videos in less time and not feel like I wasted too much time.
Sooo I just used my weekly TO 10% Lactic a few hours ago (its nighttime where I am) and normally use Vit C in the morning with my sunscreen. Great video and thanks for the additional information! Hope you're enjoying the rest of the week ❤
I remember you suggestion SA in mornings, retinol at night 6 days a week, and on 7th an AHA. So I'm adding in the ordinary Lactic acid 5% as my once a week AHA. Probably not the strength you were meaning for an exfoliation day but I didn't want to overwhelm my skin . Lol
Ive been using Am Lactin lotion 12% and it has done wonders for my KP arms. For the first time since I was a kid, I have smooth arms! I still have hyperpigmentation from having those bumps for most of my life, but im just overjoyed to finally have soft, smooth arms.
After trying TO lactic acid 5%, used it 2x a werk then sver othrr day. i get addicted to it because of the good results to my skin and have used it every night. I love how my skin looks soft and smoother. Pigmentations fades took a long time, but i am not in a hurry tho'. Results are visible after a week. Been using it for 3 months now.
In this day of having so many products easily available and with social media so prevalent, I feel like so many people use so many acids on their face all at once or several times a day. I've watched all your videos and I know you go for a minimalist approach but can you go into why we'd want to use several different acids in one routine and how much is too much. In the long run, are we going to see detrimental effects by overdoing the acids in our 30s, 40s, 50s etc?
Dr Dray has mentioned that she is seeing overuse of acid exfoliants and this can lead to damage to the skin barrier. And you will see that within months, not decades later.
Very educational video, thank you! ¿Can you give instructions on how to safely / properly use The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA? I have The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% but the instructions on the box are not clear at all. (Only says apply at night.) ¿How much should I use? ¿Should I use my hands or a cotton round to apply it to my skin? ¿Do I leave it on for only 5 mins? 10 mins? Leave it on all night until I wash my face in the morning? ¿How many times per week is safe / recommended to use it, given that this seems to be formulated for an exfoliating (rather than humectant) purpose? I have combination sometimes sensitive skin that is prone to hyperpigmentation, so I want to be extra careful about using AHAs properly. Thanks!
Use lactic acid after thoroughly cleansing and drying your skin. There are actually websites that can tell you the best sequence for all produces - e.g. toner, cleaner, lactic acid, and then moisturizer. You should apply each layer to your skin and then give it time to absorb (1 minute if you're in a rush, 15 - 30 minutes if you have time)
Happy Thursday Dr. Dray and everyone! Always wondered why doctors prescribed Lac-Hydrin 12% for dry skin. Thank you so much for for a great in depth tutorial!
Hello dr. Dray! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I would like to use cosrx 96 snail mucin serum after the ordinary 10 % lactic acid...is it a good idea! Tks again and take care☺
Should I cleanse allow my skin to dry a little apply lactic acidosis let it dry then apply moisturizer. Thank so much I really love your opinion. I love the way you explain everything. Thanks
I would love to see an at home tutorial of you applying a lactic acid peel!! Could I persuade you to do that? I would like to do one but I’m very insecure about my own abilities. Thanks
I’ve been using Neostrata on and off since my 20’s. I’m nearly 50 now. I’m currently using their 10% glycolic serum and their triple moisture neck cream. Instead of their body cream (which is great but it all gets pricey, especially in Australia) and you are not scent sensitive, The Revolution has lactic and sal acid 8% in a very rich cream base. It has helped my very dry legs and feet enormously. Here in Oz, it’s only $12 and is in a large tube.
Happy Thursday, Dr Dray. I enjoyed learning more about this ingredient. I don't think I've ever used a product with lactic acid. Sounds promising. Thanks, as always! Hope you have a lovely evening. 💚
Hi. Thank you for you videos, super informative. I have the Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner, Mandelic Acid and AHA 30% and BHA 10% peeling solution. Can I use them interchangeably?
Can I layer the ordinary’s lactic acid, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and naturium’s plant ceramide rich moisture cream as a skincare routine? I suffer from hyperpigmentation.
DR. DRAY, I have never used lactic acid. Why do some doctors say to use it only twice a week? Also, do I use it before or after my regular skincare products -- toner, moisturizer, and retinol at night? Thank you.
Lactic acid like the ordinary one should be used before or after moisturizer? I see you use it before, but you always recommend acids go on top of moisturizer
I just started using lactic acid the next morning I had a discoloration on my cheeks, but no irritated skin. Really annoying. Is it possible to react like this?
Not typical but when the skin starts smoothing out some discoloration can become more noticeable as dead heaped up dry cells were previously camouflaging
I just got the Ordinary Latic acid so this video is very well timed! Thank you! Also wondering if there an actual benefit from face washes with active ingredients? It seems like they don’t spend enough time on your skin to really do anything? (Specifically talking about the Inky List Fulvic Acid face wash)
Dr dray love your very helpful information on all things skincare. I’m using retin a regularly and still get peeling from time to time. Can I use SQUALANE AND LACTIC acid on nights I’m not using Retin A
@@stephaniesmith4114 I have really strong nails but I also wear gel. Once I take the gel off my nails become sooo dry and it last for a couple of weeks.
I am not clear about what you said about mixing Vitamin C (Timeless 20%) with Lactic Acid 10%. Is it just a matter of skin tolerance? Is it better to use one in the morning and the other in the evening? Which would you recommend for overnight. each other
You're very good at what you do! You're so helpful. Tysm. Q. I'm considering Strivectin oleic acid but haven't found other oleic acid products to compare. Your thoughts on this acid, please.
Simply put, the occlusive nature of the vasiline improves scar suppleness and stratum cornium moisture content, thus helping the skin's moisture content to an optimal environment for your natural healing process to continue. Neosporin when compared against a placebo of vasiline experienced the same or better healing results because allergies to the common antibiotics (sulfur amongst others) were absent. In other words, there's no reason to add the antibiotics when what actually does most of the work is the occlusion from petroleum jelly on a cleaned body surface.
I'm trying it for the first time and it works. I have a couple of cuts on my arms and some insect bites around my ankles. Putting a little Vaseline on it AM & PM (plus if I wish my hands and end up washing it off) keeps the area clean, moist, and the scab isn't overly dry and itchy. I am tempted to pick at things mindlessly so avoiding the dry/itchy is good. Not sure if it makes a difference in scarring or not, we'll see.
Thank you for all these wonderful and informative videos! Question about lactic acid: do you use it after cleanser? On damp skin? How long do you wait before moisturising? Another RUclipsr mentioned that putting a moisturiser too soon could increase the skin Ph which would compromise the efficacy of the lactic acid. What do you think?
If your lactic acid is a serum, apply after cleanser. If your cleanser has lactic acid, use it as a first step as usual. If your moisturizes has lactic acid, apply at the end of your routine. Apply on dry skin if you've never used aha before so your skin can get used to it, apply moisturizer right after to minimize irritation. If your skin is used to lactic acid, you can apply to slightly damp skin, and wait until the product has been fully absorbed before applying your moisturizer. Tips I got when I started using aha ;)
I was using the TO lactic acid in 5% and it didn't give me any irritation whatsoever. So I was careless when I tried the 10% one, and I definitely had a little bit of irritiation thoughout the next day. I think I might've put too much on though
I’ve been gluing tips and fiberglass wraps on my nails all summer because I ruined them moving . But I hate fake nails even these are not thin enough for me to properly work. I’m going to soak them off and try the lactic acid because I have tried good nail oils and it just works for a few minutes and wipes off
Is it ok to use Differin under the eyes , will it help with under eye wrinkles? what can I use on my lids for anti aging and wrinkles? And is it ok to use vitamin C in the day time while using defferin in the night ?
Is itching a side effect of using lactic acid? Will the itching stop and maybe my skin needs time to become accustomed to the use of it. I have just started a week ago with The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10%. Also, I started the PCA Skin use on tiny drop on the back of my hand and dipped a q-tip in it to dab on the light freckles that recently appeared on my forehead, but I’m sure it’s from from all the years as a child in the 1950s & some 1960s of playing out in the sun without sunscreen.😢 Thank you for the video.
@@arianamengbroken360 Yes! I decided that I used too much, and have since put a small amount in hand to dip one finger into and use a “paint method” that Dr. Dray uses to spread over my face. I love adding it as my moisturizer as part of my morning routine & it stays all day. I also have added it as part of my nighttime routine! No more dryness, and not sticky! Thank you for responding!
Approximately how long would it take to start having the benefit of increase in collagen production? I have been using the ordinary lactic acid 10% for about 6 months daily and really have been enjoying it! I love all of your videos Dr Dray!
Thanks for the video but i am concerned as I bought the Ordinary Lactic acid, but apparently i can only use in the evening BUT apparently Lactic acid and Differin should not be used together. I don't want to do alternative nights otherwise I will not get Differin in. It would be great to use the Lactic Acid in my am routine - YES with suncream as then i can use Lactic acid daily. Oh and I also have the Ordinary Buffett which apparently is compromised if I use Lactic acid together.
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The fact that Dr. Dray manages to plan, film and edit a video to post *every day* without fail while also working her day job baffles me. I think i can speak for a lot of us when i say these educational videos are greatly appreciated and we're so grateful! 💖💖✨
Thanks for watching
Did Dr. Dray go back to clinical work ? I thought she had left...
I 100% agree. Dr. Dray's videos are so educational. I have learned so much from her and my skin has improved enormously. I too am awed by the fact that she publishes such wonderful videos every single day. 💖🙏Thank you, Dr. Dray.
@@lisamccolly2787 Honestly wasn't sure about that either but regardless I'm impressed by her stamina. Someone else mentioned how she also cooks from home and exercises on top of everything so 👏👏
@@lisamccolly2787 Yea I think she's a full-time RUclipsr.
Thank you for always mentioning the effects on darker skin tones. Darker skin gets over looked often.
Hi Dr.Dray, Karla here at 60 and fairly new to a consistent skincare routine am and Pm.
Is lactic acid good and safe to use under the eyes? And also: do you have a video on how to treat dehydrated under eyes? I use a peptide fueled moisturizer ( helps so so much) and of course sunscreen. I looked thru all of your videos but haven’t found one on how to treat dehydrated under eyes. Do you have one?
Also would you mind doing a tutorial showing how you apply your skincare products( full routine?
Thank you 🙏 so much for your dedication to all of us and to your U~Tube channel.
May God Bless You daily.
@@karlaharvey2623 I know this reply is somewhat late, however lactic acid is not recommended to be used in the area around the eyes seeing as it can irritate it. It is also recommended more for night use but if you plan on using it during the day then sunscreen is neccessary. If at first your skin is irritated by it, you can mix it with your moisturizer to build your tolerance against it.
Since I'm over 50 (54), lactic and PHAs have become my new best friends! Thanks for the great content!
Thanks for watching
Which ones do you use if I may ask? I used to get and give medical grade glycolic peels. Now in my 50s I dont seem to be able to handle just a regular otc peel or serum containing glycolic acid. I want to try lactic but not sure which one is best.
@@michelletidler6773 For polyhydroxy acid, I LOVE NEOSTRATA Bionic Lotion. It's gentle and effective. For Lactic acid, I use The Ordinary lactic acid 10%, it's inexpensive and effective.
I like to put powdered milk, salt and oatmeal in a tied washcloth and put it in my bath I squeeze it onto my skin and let it soak while I soak. It makes my skin so soft. Throw in a little olive oil and you good to go.
I just love and admire her! She is soooo pretty and her SKIN !💕 I think we need more youtubers like her that actually provide information that it's relevant and educational, she's so intelligent and well prepared.
I could n't agree more !
Many years ago, my mother suffered from severe widespread skin allergies. Large areas of her skin were raw. At the time, it was a big deal to see a dermatologist, but the one she saw advised her to wrap the affected areas in gauze soaked in nonfat dry milk, and it worked. I've been a believer ever since.
can you tell me how u used it
Ever since I was 31, I have had Autoimmune skin issues: Type 1 Rosacea, Seborrheic dermatitis, rashes that come on with many allergens! I wash my face with 2% Salicylic acid 2-3 times a week, take 6 Rosadyn capsules a day, and obtain Candela V beam laser treatments twice a year! My face has been clear since 2016! It's a shame your Genetics can throw you SUCH a curve ball!
Thank you Dr. Dray, you truly changed my skincare routine. As 44 years old woman who lives in most humid & tropical island in Bali, I finally dare to use Retinoic acid, lactic acid and of course Sunscreen. In fact I've been using these for the last 1 year since pandemic. You truly become my skincare guru and my most favorites dermatologist. I learn lots of new things & knowledge about skin because of you, even my dermatologist here in Bali quiet impressed with my knowledge 😁. Unfortunately using sunscreen in Bali is not yet so popular yet as most assume this more for westerner skin 😂. Anyhow I've taught my kids to use sunscreen and reapply them since they're young, even many people many a jokes on us here 😁. Thank you and best regards from Bali 🥰🥰😘😘
Love to you from Australia! You go, girl - get the locals to start using sunscreen!💋
Thanks Becky..it's getting there hopefully 😁🙏
Would you please tell your skin routine. I'm your age and just started carung for my skin!
Omg you live in Bali?? Living the life, that's where I hope to live someday.
How r u using retinic acid I live in very humid climate too.Its taking toll on my skin.Can you share your routine?
Another great product with lactic acid (along with urea, BHA, PHA, Petrolatum, shea, and more - at the top of the ingredient list!) is Gold Bond Ultimate Rough & Bumpy Daily Therapy Cream. I love this stuff, works FAST (but remains sticky on the skin). Superb for KP. All at an affordable $10 price point.
lactic acid is one of my favorite AHAs. gently exfoliates and acts as a good humectant. 💜😊👍🏼
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I just bought Lactic Acid 5% + HA from The Ordinary last week and I've been wondering how to best use it. Thank you so much for this video! 🙏
Hey, Dr Dray. I just wanted to say that I followed your advice on sunscreen and bought LA Roche-Posay antihelios SPF 50 and it doesn't sting my eyes. Everything stings my eyes, even micellar water, literally everything. So big Thank you! After watching many of your videos I bought a new skin care products (from cleancer to sunscreen) and so far I'm satisfied. It's day 1 so I can't say more than this, but I'm happy I found you and thanks to you I realized I'm taking care of my skin entirely wrong 😀 Also the Oat Cleansing balm is amazing. I have dry to combination skin (oily t zone, dry everywhere else, pink skin on my cheeks, rosacea maybe) and my skin feels really soft and hydrated. Thank you! You're the real deal!
Wow! 9 hours later and NEOSTRATA cream is Out of Stock! That’s the power of Dr. Dray 💪
Ordinary lactic acid, cerave lotion, LRP gentle cleanser & cerave SA cleanser helped to completely clear my acne, smoothen d my skin and improved any discoloration (been using for a year now)
Would you say SA worked better for you in a cleanser than like a leave on product with it?
Do you use the SA cleanser and lactic acid at the same time?
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Dr Dray! Gurl! Was going all through your channel YESTERDAY looking for videos on lactic acid. Take my money!!
Thanks for watching
Hello dr.Dray! 🌷Good information about lactic acid. It's the only acid I can use for my dry/sensitive skin. I am using The Ordinary Lactic acid 10% twice per week for a few years now.💞 I never had any issues with my skin except dryness and sensitivity to some harsh ingredients. Lactic acid makes my skin glowing. 💁
I've been using ordinary lactic acid 10% once a week for a month now. I love it my hyperpigmentation is improving and my skin so soft.
How do you use lactic acid once in a week overnight ?
Yes, once a week overnight. Moisturizer first and then lactic acid just few drops.
@Aqsa Hameed Do you have sensitive skin? If you have just use it once a week or twice at night time.
I’ve been waiting 5 years for this video. 😂
I have thin, dry, super reactive skin. I have success with LA and really the only one I can use without problems.
Thank you for all you do.
As a professional esthetician I really appreciate your videos. Listen to them when I am not working…great education. Yes, I am a skin nerd and always researching and learning. Love your informative videos. Really appreciate you Dr Dray! Thank you 🙏🏻.
I’ve literally been binge watching videos on The Ordinary Lactic Acid for days trying to decide if I should buy it!!! Because it is a leave on product, do you think it would aggravate my rosacea? (The 5%) Sorry if you covered this in the video, I just begun to watch and wanted to catch you in the comments!! 🥰
I have been using mine for 3 months, it does work. Cheap and effective.
Azelaic acid is great for treatibg Rosacea
Put a blueberry sized dab on your problem area and see what happens. Testing anywhere else is useless since not all areas of your face react the same. Here's my protocol: Patch test on arm first for allergies. Second test is a small dab of the product on the area I want to use it. Therefore if it irritated my skin I minimized the crime scene and can easily recover and have direct results. Imagine the catastrophe if you test it on another area, saw the area not get irritated , then you put it on your problem area and it blows up your whole face because the areas are not equal !
I use TO mandelic acid (I’m dry sensitive and reactive) I only use once a week, dermatologist advised for my skin type, I have no issues with reaction so far, I just cleanse before and moisturise afterwards 😀
I like the "wash off" technique to slowly introduce your skin to it! Use it as a mask for 1 minute, then rinse it off, once a week, and every month build it up by 1-2 minutes, building up to 30 minutes, then leave it on all night once a week. I have eczema so i'm not quite as sensitive, but i try to be cautious haha
How do 12 people not like this video? It's awesome! Thank you Dr
Been using the Ordinarys Lactic acid about 4-5 days a week on my bum’s dark KP scar marks (they’ve been one of my biggest embarrassments, and I never thought they would go away without an expensive procedure) for the last 6 months and the scars are more than half faded! I also seal the lactic with a layer of cerave body cream and rotate a retinol 2-3 times a week.
Omg same here
Is it Cerave Healing Ointment that you use? If not, which Cerave product is it?
Do you use the 10% lactic acid or the 5%?
@@tinacahoon9819 10%
@@LaLa-qb2ps the basic moisturizing cream. Forgot to mention I also make sure to give the skin a rest once a week or so.
The voice overlay was so cute 😂
Good day Dr. Dray and everyone!
That was incredibly comprehensive, thank you!! The best video I’ve watched on Lactic acid and mixing different ingredients. Thank you!
The PCA skin pigment gel is definitely a game changer! Been using it for a month now and I’ve seen amazing results!
Iheartmusic301 what is your skin concern ?l have melasma
@@ritasharqawi7367 I’m dealing with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation from acne
Been using eucerin roughness relief lotion. Has ceramide, urea, lactic acid. Recommended! 😊
My fav during the winter ❄️🙌🏽💚
Do you use it as a facial moisturizer or body?
Me too and advanced clinical retinol on my thighs it’s been helping with rashes from sitting all day at work and riding my bike.
@@tinacahoon9819 as body moisturizer esp back of arm to control my kp and feet too. Once in a while on the whole body.
Thanks for the tip on lactic acid for nails. I'm going to give it a try!
Your consistency needs to be awarded. Always great to learn from you. 😊😁
Thanks for watching
Combining Lactic after Vit C, as Hot&Flashy Angie does, caused severe irritation for me - but not right away. Took several months before irritation occurred. Just a warning . . .
Me too! But in a few days. I don't understand how she's able to do it
Angie of hot & flashy skin has acclimated to all the steps she takes in her routine. Shes been at it a long time. It wasn't an overnight, or a week thing, & voila non irritated skin. I like Dr. Drays straight forward scientific routine. Angies (hot & flashy) while solid, is way too many steps. Plus Angie uses really pricey tools like the omni lux red light mask at $300+, and the overpriced NuFace gadget at $400+.
@@Osuzyque thanks! I've been using tret for 10 months, I seem fine with vitamin C now and hadn't had a problem with lactic acid before and am unsure if I should persist with the combo
@@laurenmaher1328 it depends on what type of skin you have and the percentage of Vitamin c and lactic acid you are using. I think that less is more. Timeless 20% is too strong for me. I started using timeless 10% vitamin c and still being very careful. A lot of dermatologists advice to use lactic acid, active on your nights off retinol. Again, everyone has a different skin and issues. You just have to get to know your skin with time. Good luck and take care✨
I do lactic then 15 later vit c. The lactic allows vit c to penetrate better. Try dropping vit c percentage.
🙌🏾 count on the queen to know the difference between instruction and direction. 👍🏽
I like glycolic acid because it shrinks my pores on the T zone on my face. I don’t think I tried lactic acid, but it sounds like it would be good for my skin. Anytime dr Dray makes a long video, I always put the video on a higher playback speed. Actually, I do this to any long video. I can watch more videos in less time and not feel like I wasted too much time.
Good to know. I've been using the ordinary lactic acid 😀
Thanks for watching
Amlactin from the drug store is 15%, super affordable and effective.
Sooo I just used my weekly TO 10% Lactic a few hours ago (its nighttime where I am) and normally use Vit C in the morning with my sunscreen. Great video and thanks for the additional information! Hope you're enjoying the rest of the week ❤
Hi how often do you use lactic acid and AM/PM?
@@garimanikesh9943 hi! I only use it once a week, at night 😊 i have combination/sensitive skin
I literally just got my order of The Ordinary Lactic Acid this evening! We shall see if it works for me.
It's the last one for me to try. I have glycolic, mandelic, BHA and PHA. So far I can only handle PHA and the BHA derivative salicylate.
Lactic acid 10 percent has been amazing for me. Love it 😊
I remember you suggestion SA in mornings, retinol at night 6 days a week, and on 7th an AHA. So I'm adding in the ordinary Lactic acid 5% as my once a week AHA. Probably not the strength you were meaning for an exfoliation day but I didn't want to overwhelm my skin . Lol
Ive been using Am Lactin lotion 12% and it has done wonders for my KP arms. For the first time since I was a kid, I have smooth arms! I still have hyperpigmentation from having those bumps for most of my life, but im just overjoyed to finally have soft, smooth arms.
As a person of Color, thank you for specifically mentioning us 💕
After trying TO lactic acid 5%, used it 2x a werk then sver othrr day. i get addicted to it because of the good results to my skin and have used it every night. I love how my skin looks soft and smoother. Pigmentations fades took a long time, but i am not in a hurry tho'. Results are visible after a week. Been using it for 3 months now.
Hi. Can I use it on my dry skin?
Lactic acid is the active ingredient in Amlactin, Ameliorate, Dermal Therapy, 12% Ammonium Lactate from Amazon.
You are the best on you tube, love listening and thank you for taking your time to do videos!! Have a lovely wknd! ❤️💐
This is THE video I've been waiting for.
In this day of having so many products easily available and with social media so prevalent, I feel like so many people use so many acids on their face all at once or several times a day. I've watched all your videos and I know you go for a minimalist approach but can you go into why we'd want to use several different acids in one routine and how much is too much. In the long run, are we going to see detrimental effects by overdoing the acids in our 30s, 40s, 50s etc?
Dr Dray has mentioned that she is seeing overuse of acid exfoliants and this can lead to damage to the skin barrier. And you will see that within months, not decades later.
Thank you for these recommendations today Dr Dray. I am grateful for you taking the time to put out videos on RUclips with you free expert advice.💖💖💖💖
You are so welcome!
Good morning Dr. Dray, thank you for all your great info on skin care. Could you please do an info video on Curology?
Cleopatra already exfoliating with lactic acid. Such an exfoliating queen ❤
Ohhh great topic. Thank you! Happy Thursday 💕
Happy Thursday
Omg that zinc suncreen sounds so good!
Very educational video, thank you!
¿Can you give instructions on how to safely / properly use The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA?
I have The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% but the instructions on the box are not clear at all. (Only says apply at night.)
¿How much should I use?
¿Should I use my hands or a cotton round to apply it to my skin?
¿Do I leave it on for only 5 mins? 10 mins? Leave it on all night until I wash my face in the morning?
¿How many times per week is safe / recommended to use it, given that this seems to be formulated for an exfoliating (rather than humectant) purpose?
I have combination sometimes sensitive skin that is prone to hyperpigmentation, so I want to be extra careful about using AHAs properly.
Thanks!
Use lactic acid after thoroughly cleansing and drying your skin. There are actually websites that can tell you the best sequence for all produces - e.g. toner, cleaner, lactic acid, and then moisturizer. You should apply each layer to your skin and then give it time to absorb (1 minute if you're in a rush, 15 - 30 minutes if you have time)
Happy Thursday Dr. Dray and everyone! Always wondered why doctors prescribed Lac-Hydrin 12% for dry skin. Thank you so much for for a great in depth tutorial!
Same to you!
@@DrDrayzday thanks doctor!
Greetings Cathy Giuliana hope u r well n Happy Thursda😀👍💜….
* Happy Thursday😀👍💜….
Hello dr. Dray! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I would like to use cosrx 96 snail mucin serum after the ordinary 10 % lactic acid...is it a good idea! Tks again and take care☺
Should I cleanse allow my skin to dry a little apply lactic acidosis let it dry then apply moisturizer. Thank so much I really love your opinion. I love the way you explain everything. Thanks
Hi Dr Dray! How does one properly apply the PCA Skin product AND retinol? Can I put them on one after the other in the same session?
I use the serum by the ordinary and my simple hydrating moisturizer also I use this new nivea scrub with lactic acid. It's not a harsh scrub
I would love to see an at home tutorial of you applying a lactic acid peel!! Could I persuade you to do that? I would like to do one but I’m very insecure about my own abilities. Thanks
I’ve been using Neostrata on and off since my 20’s. I’m nearly 50 now. I’m currently using their 10% glycolic serum and their triple moisture neck cream. Instead of their body cream (which is great but it all gets pricey, especially in Australia) and you are not scent sensitive, The Revolution has lactic and sal acid 8% in a very rich cream base. It has helped my very dry legs and feet enormously. Here in Oz, it’s only $12 and is in a large tube.
Thanks for the info. Can i know the exact name of the revolution cream?
@@Anne-mw9kv Revolution AHA smoothing Intense Moisture Lotion
Happy Thursday Dr Dray!
Happy Thursday
Thanks for the video. Hoping for an updated salicylic acid video & routine soon (how much to use, combining w/ other acids/products, etc.). 💕
Happy Thursday, Dr Dray. I enjoyed learning more about this ingredient. I don't think I've ever used a product with lactic acid. Sounds promising. Thanks, as always! Hope you have a lovely evening. 💚
Dr dray's vids are like those books that provide knowledge by every word...
Hi Doctor Dray, Can i use Lactic Acid Together with Astringent? Thank you in advanced :)
Hi. Thank you for you videos, super informative. I have the Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner, Mandelic Acid and AHA 30% and BHA 10% peeling solution. Can I use them interchangeably?
Excellent as always.l really appreciate your informative videos.l have very dry sensitive skin.ls it ok to use yogurt for exfoliating my face?
Happy Thursday Dr Dray and peeps ❤️ ❤️ BTW love the aveeno shave gel. Thanks for the recommendation
So glad! Happy Thursday
Can I layer the ordinary’s lactic acid, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and naturium’s plant ceramide rich moisture cream as a skincare routine? I suffer from hyperpigmentation.
I use the ordinary's lactic acid and I pair it with hyaluronic acid. I found it a good combo since it has it already.
Dr. Dray are you reading my mind?! I just discovered we have a Deciem store in Chicago!! Happy Thursday 😊
😊 Thanks for watching
DR. DRAY, I have never used lactic acid. Why do some doctors say to use it only twice a week? Also, do I use it before or after my regular skincare products -- toner, moisturizer, and retinol at night? Thank you.
Thanks for the video. What do you think about adding a few drops of the The Ordinary's lactic acid to my hand cream?
Hi Dr Dray, I would like to know your thoughts on sun protective face masks and which ones you would recommend for covid and sun
Lactic acid works great for my son with ichthyosis 💙
Thank you for creating such informative videos!
Hi dre Dray! Do you recommend putting lactic acids under moisturisers on wet skin or on top of moisturisers after the face has dried?
Fresh clean skin, wait15 min bring ph back up.
Can you use Maelove Glowmaker and The Ordinary 5% Lactic Acid in the morning prior to your moisturizer?
Lactic acid like the ordinary one should be used before or after moisturizer? I see you use it before, but you always recommend acids go on top of moisturizer
I just started using lactic acid the next morning I had a discoloration on my cheeks, but no irritated skin. Really annoying. Is it possible to react like this?
Not typical but when the skin starts smoothing out some discoloration can become more noticeable as dead heaped up dry cells were previously camouflaging
I just got the Ordinary Latic acid so this video is very well timed! Thank you!
Also wondering if there an actual benefit from face washes with active ingredients? It seems like they don’t spend enough time on your skin to really do anything? (Specifically talking about the Inky List Fulvic Acid face wash)
Varies
You could leave it on the skin for ca. 2 min and wash ist off after that. I do that with the Salicylic Acid Face Wash from CeraVe !
Dr.Shah says that having it on the skin during the wash is actually enough despite it not feeling like long enough
Dr dray love your very helpful information on all things skincare.
I’m using retin a regularly and still get peeling from time to time. Can I use SQUALANE AND LACTIC acid on nights I’m not using Retin A
Currently exfoliating with paula's choice 2% bha. Is the ordinary lactid acid a replacement for this or can I use both at the same time?
I'm wondering the same thing
Hello. If you use a Lactic acid product in your morning skincare, will it be applied before or after your Vitamin C?
Can we apply the lactic acid serums you mentioned to our nails? Such as The ordinary Lactic Acid 10?
I'd like to know also!
@@stephaniesmith4114 I have really strong nails but I also wear gel. Once I take the gel off my nails become sooo dry and it last for a couple of weeks.
I am not clear about what you said about mixing Vitamin C (Timeless 20%) with Lactic Acid 10%. Is it just a matter of skin tolerance? Is it better to use one in the morning and the other in the evening? Which would you recommend for overnight. each other
Skin tolerance.
Is it suitable for oily skin? I bought the ordinary one. Scared to try😅
You're very good at what you do! You're so helpful. Tysm.
Q. I'm considering Strivectin oleic acid but haven't found other oleic acid products to compare. Your thoughts on this acid, please.
I recently bought Simple replenishing rich moisturizer and has lactic acid and panthenol, is really good and really affordable 👍🏻👍🏻
You look so much younger over the years. You’re so pretty dr.dray :D
Hey Dr. Dray. I know you’ve mentioned using petroleum jelly in place of neosporin, but how exactly does petroleum promote wound healing?
Simply put, the occlusive nature of the vasiline improves scar suppleness and stratum cornium moisture content, thus helping the skin's moisture content to an optimal environment for your natural healing process to continue. Neosporin when compared against a placebo of vasiline experienced the same or better healing results because allergies to the common antibiotics (sulfur amongst others) were absent. In other words, there's no reason to add the antibiotics when what actually does most of the work is the occlusion from petroleum jelly on a cleaned body surface.
Keeping the wound bed moist and protected
I'm trying it for the first time and it works. I have a couple of cuts on my arms and some insect bites around my ankles. Putting a little Vaseline on it AM & PM (plus if I wish my hands and end up washing it off) keeps the area clean, moist, and the scab isn't overly dry and itchy. I am tempted to pick at things mindlessly so avoiding the dry/itchy is good. Not sure if it makes a difference in scarring or not, we'll see.
Thank you for all these wonderful and informative videos! Question about lactic acid: do you use it after cleanser? On damp skin? How long do you wait before moisturising? Another RUclipsr mentioned that putting a moisturiser too soon could increase the skin Ph which would compromise the efficacy of the lactic acid. What do you think?
If your lactic acid is a serum, apply after cleanser. If your cleanser has lactic acid, use it as a first step as usual. If your moisturizes has lactic acid, apply at the end of your routine.
Apply on dry skin if you've never used aha before so your skin can get used to it, apply moisturizer right after to minimize irritation. If your skin is used to lactic acid, you can apply to slightly damp skin, and wait until the product has been fully absorbed before applying your moisturizer.
Tips I got when I started using aha ;)
@@eduardaarrais thank you very much for sharing these tips 🙏🏽. Cannot wait to try ☺️
So informative. Thank you, Dr. Dray.
I was using the TO lactic acid in 5% and it didn't give me any irritation whatsoever. So I was careless when I tried the 10% one, and I definitely had a little bit of irritiation thoughout the next day. I think I might've put too much on though
I’ve been gluing tips and fiberglass wraps on my nails all summer because I ruined them moving . But I hate fake nails even these are not thin enough for me to properly work. I’m going to soak them off and try the lactic acid because I have tried good nail oils and it just works for a few minutes and wipes off
Do you recommend Lactic acid for oily skin?
What a great teacher always thorough and giving attention to so many details! 🍏 Enjoy the beautiful weather! ☕️🧴☀️⭐️
Thank you! You too!
@@DrDrayzday thanks!!!
Hi Uncle Charlie!! How are you? I hope you had a fabulous day! Happy Thursday!!! 🍁🌞🍂
Hi Uncle Charlie!! How are you? I hope you had a fabulous day! Happy Thursday!! 🍁🌞🍂
@@marylawman8603 I’m good hope your doing well weather will be nice for several days. Have a nice evening!
Is it ok to use Differin under the eyes , will it help with under eye wrinkles? what can I use on my lids for anti aging and wrinkles? And is it ok to use vitamin C in the day time while using defferin in the night ?
Is itching a side effect of using lactic acid? Will the itching stop and maybe my skin needs time to become accustomed to the use of it. I have just started a week ago with The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10%. Also, I started the PCA Skin use on tiny drop on the back of my hand and dipped a q-tip in it to dab on the light freckles that recently appeared on my forehead, but I’m sure it’s from from all the years as a child in the 1950s & some 1960s of playing out in the sun without sunscreen.😢 Thank you for the video.
Rather than itching , did you feel tingling ? If so , yes that is normal . I experienced that as well but only on the first time
@@arianamengbroken360 Yes! I decided that I used too much, and have since put a small amount in hand to dip one finger into and use a “paint method” that Dr. Dray uses to spread over my face. I love adding it as my moisturizer as part of my morning routine & it stays all day. I also have added it as part of my nighttime routine! No more dryness, and not sticky! Thank you for responding!
Approximately how long would it take to start having the benefit of increase in collagen production? I have been using the ordinary lactic acid 10% for about 6 months daily and really have been enjoying it! I love all of your videos Dr Dray!
Is it okay to use it daily ?
Outstanding work! Thank you for all the information!
Thanks for the video but i am concerned as I bought the Ordinary Lactic acid, but apparently i can only use in the evening BUT apparently Lactic acid and Differin should not be used together. I don't want to do alternative nights otherwise I will not get Differin in. It would be great to use the Lactic Acid in my am routine - YES with suncream as then i can use Lactic acid daily. Oh and I also have the Ordinary Buffett which apparently is compromised if I use Lactic acid together.