Dr. Dray!!! Look what you have done! Have you any idea!?! You have created such an amazing community of suncreeners. We are no longer afraid of the White Cast and we are communicating with each other. I can't thank you enough for all your knowledgeable information. You should be so proud of what you are doing for us. Much love!
Proud Draybie from Jamaica! Drabies Unite! I drive with huge dark glasses, long sleeved cardigans, and yes I drive with a hat on. My sunscreen gets casty when I sweat, which is often. Oh well...
Your skin looks fantastic! I can clearly see that it’s firmer as well. I’m so grateful that one of your videos was recommended by RUclips and after watching it, I was hooked! I can’t thank you enough! I counted the ingredient list of one product I no longer use and it has 78 ingredients! No wonder my skin was a mess and sensitized. You’re the best, Dr Dray!❤️🌺🌹
I love it. It’s the ONLY cleanser that I use. It doesn’t break me out. All the high-end cleansers can’t hold a candle to it’s efficiency n gentle formula. ❤️
Thank you for giving me info that my dermatologist has never mentioned. I have been scrubbing my face for years. No more. I have just started tretinoin gel micro 0.1. Thankfully I ran across your videos.
Love this straightforward night time routine. Not only does it save time and money, it's also effective and you can go to bed early when you are really exhausted. 👍Sometimes I wonder why people like to put on tons of products when they just need one good one.
I have an idea that might be useful for your channel. If you’re planning to do a sit down video on a certain topic maybe put an announcement a day or a couple of days before on your Community tab on RUclips. That way we can ask you some questions on that specific topic. Then when you sit down to record a video you can take maybe 5 mins to quickly scroll through and answer anything that may be important to include?
I started implementing your entire skin care routine including tretenoin. I have been doing it for almost a year now and have seen a dramatic difference in my skin. Thank u so much.
I suffer from hormonal acne. I am currently using Cerave foaming cleanser, as my face is extremely oily. However, since my acne is acting up, my dermatologist prescribed me Taxorac cream. I haven’t started using it yet. However, I am thinking on using this skincare routine: AM- Cerave hydrating cleanser, la roche posay spf moisturizer, neutrogena hydroboost PM- Cerave foaming cleanser, neutrogena hydroboost, cerave moisturizing cream (or would PM be better??), then taxorac. Your feedback would be amazing and HIGHLY appreciated. I love your channel so much. You seem like such a sweetheart!! ❤️❤️
With all the respect I love love your videos, little worth story, for just boredom randoms reason I watched one of those not informative episodes of Sephora night time routines and is more like a great scam of companies to make us buy but ever since I found you I found the gold mine of real professional and very honest reviews and products recommendation from a real awesome Dermatologist like you!!! I cant stop thanking your humble and knowledgeable videos, please never stop sharing...
I have never encountered such a helpful channel. I watch and follow about every single “skincare savvy” on this site and you are honestly the best. I used to use the 7 step skincare routine but I now use Cerave face wash with salicylic acid and the Cerave moosturizing cream and my skin has never been more smooth and hydrated and not irritated. Thank you for your informative videos! You literally changed my life!! I never knew how nice it felt to have a healthy skin barrier 😭
PS: my skin is oily/combination and that thick Cerave moisturizer that comes in the blue and white tub feels good even on my oily t-zone. Not to mention that skin oil is now under control (probably because I apply the moisturizer when the skin is wet?). Even at the end of the day, my skin just doesn’t get horribly greasy like it used to. Again, thank you for you videos and keep up the good work!
Thank you explaining your routine. It is very helpful! I had a question: I just had a PDT at my dermatologist's office a few weeks ago & I am grateful that there were no signs of anything bad going on. Would you please do a video to talk about the advantages of this type of pre-treatment? This could potentially help a lot of folks with a history of cancer on the face. Thank you!
Thanks for posting an updated routine! Your skin looks great, I can tell the hyperpigmentation under your eyes has faded a good bit and skin looks tighter. I look forward to watching your next video :)
I'm loving the hada labo cleaning oil, thank you for the recommendation! I just went to my dermatologist and she renewed my prescription for retin a ☀️😎
Thank you for clearing up so many Retin A and....fill in the blank... questions. I have been curious since starting on Retin A several months ago. I was using serums which I stopped doing. Now I realize if I wanted to use any of them, Niacinamide is the only one that can still "dance" with my Retin A. As always, thank you for being a wealth of wisdom!! Happy 4th of July!
I can see a distinct difference in your skin. I have been watching since you started your channel. I have learned so much from you. I have to watch every video.
I'm so happy I found your channel. You are now my most favorite RUclipsr, Dr Dray!!! I've been on Tretinoin for a week now but it makes my skin really dry even if I put moisturizer on top of it. I thought of applying moisturizer first but I was worried it will make Tretinoin less effective, until I saw this video. I'm trying this routine tonight!
I live in Portugal and I'd love if you made a video on skin care products available for us in the European Union. Having the EU in mind because the products will be available in most of the 27 states here
Hi, Dr Andrea!!! I just found you yesterday, and I have binged SO many of your videos, (was up til almost 5 am, watching, lol), and read SO many comments, I can't remember of you addressed this. Question: may I use MCT simple as a cleanser/makeup melter before washing my face? Could I possibly mix a good avacado oil and grapeseed oil myself in a pump to use so I dont have to purchase a specific cleansing oil? Thank you so much for your videos; you have just changed my life!!! I am obsessed with skin care, probably too late. My father was red-headed, very porcelain, and freckled and NEVER wore sunscreen his entire life. The last 15 years before his passing last July, he had had over 1200 topical skin cancers removed, 3 of which were melanoma. The melanoma on his back was 1.5 lbs and took 8 months for his back to heal!! He also had to have his nose and one ear reconstructed after skin cancer removal. Anyway, my girls both look like Disney's Ariel or Merida, and I have slathered them their whole life. My eldest carries a UV parasol and gloves to use walking to her college classes and wouldnt be caught dead without at least one huge sunscreen in her backpack and car all year round...YAY! I appreciate your sunscreen education videos - UV protection is SO detrimental to EVERYONE's overall health, and I wish I had taken it more seriously for myself before now. All that to say thank you, thank you, thank you for what you do for the YT community!!
Hi Dr Dray, quick question for gym goers. I’ve heard a lot of conflicting info on whether to take makeup/sunscreen off before indoor workouts. What are your thoughts?
She has stated before (cant remember which vid) that it is not necessary to take off your base layer of sunscreen. You can just apply over it and clean it all off in the shower.
Thank you so much for all your skin care routines I have completely changed the way I use my sunscreen and my other face products I'm currently on tretinoin gel 0.01 percent is the gel tretinoin in As Good As the cream thank you
Love your videos! Really helpful to know what to look for when it comes to skin! I do wonder if there are any products you can recommend for acne along the jawline and neck
Thank you for the great info Dr Dray! Appreciate you also writing down the ingredients that can and can’t be applied together with tretinoin! Have a great day ahead of you!
I used the pink oil too, I bought it because I love all things pink, but I didn’t love it so I bought the Simple brand and I really love it. I think it’s going to be my go-to oil from now on.
Thank you for yet again another great video!💕 The additional information is extremely helpful as far as which products can be used in combination with Retin A.
Your skin looks amazing! Love your routines and they have made a world of difference in my skin (I was a scrubber when washing my face). Thank you Dr. Dray!!
Yeah!! These are like my favorite videos when you do your AM&PM skin care routine! I sit here daily waiting for you upload!!! 😊😊 Your skin is goals, just beautiful! Love you so much!
OMG your skin is so much improved since you’ve used Tretinoin 👍👍👍 I’m going to do everything the same way. Plan to see a dermatologist to switch to Tretinoin after more than 6 months using Differin.
Thanks for showing your routine. I've been following your recommendation of using less products, and my skin looks much nicer. I tried the Altruist today, and really liked it. The Colorscience eye cream has almost as much coverage as a concealer, very nice! I'm having fun trying it all, thanks again!
Thank you Dr Dray, I’m addicted to your videos. Thanks for all the information you provide us. I’ve learned so much and am I’m in the process of changing my skincare routine and lifestyle for the better because of you 😊💜
Dr Dray thanks so much for helping me find a moisturizer for my combo/sensitive skin! I have never found one that hasn't broken me out, Even with my strict consideration of ingredients like fragrance. Which apparently didnt consider essential oils fragrance because of the luck I have had with diluted tea tree gave me hope with all essesntial oils which is not good. I Love the cerave pm moisterizer. No bumps and feeels great to moisturize finally!!!
Hi Dr Dray! Was the length of time between applying the moisturizer and Trentinoin in the video real time or was there a lapse in time edited out? If there was a lapse in time, how long did you wait? Thanks for all the wonderful videos!
She always says to just let it dry. Only put a retinoid on a dry, moisturized face unless your healthcare provider has specifically told you otherwise. :)
Yes, I know. I would like to know how long "she" waits before "she" considers "her" moisturized face dry which is why I worded my question the way I did.
Love the night time!! This summer I have been bad at my routine in the PM.... I don’t wear makeup just sunscreen and go straight to bed w/o washing - I know is bad but I’m exhausted LOL the sun in the desert where dry heat is puts a toll on you.. Since my boyfriend has been watching you - he is so much better at applying sunscreen!! He never ever wears it and now has his own routine 😍❤️🙏🏻
Hi Dr Dray, Jamie here from Australia! Love your videos, I watch every single one. I have a question... My mother (age 58) has just started Tretinoin, what sort of cleanser should she be using with it? Something with Salicylic Acid to help exfoliate? Or something gentle? She has a normal skin type which is very tough. And I’ve convinced her that she must use sunscreen every single day ;)
Very helpful information, thank you! I’m using a puny concentration of tretinoin and still experiencing irritation and sun sensitivity 😣😭 It sounds as though I’ll need to invest in a good oil cleanser, since I will now be wearing sunscreen as a cloak.
Dr Dray, you probably don’t remember but I told u before I have issues with sunscreen (swollen, itchy, stinging eyes.... not because it gets in the eyes). So I haven’t used sunscreen in many years until 2 days ago!! Bought this rohto Japanese sunscreen and so far so good. So happy! Have u tried this rohto skin aqua super moisture milk (yellow, small bottle)? So amazing!
Francescadbg, I really like that one too. It is very light-feeling, unscented, and has a combo physical and chemical sunscreen. And also the bonus of hyaluronic acid!
I have learned so much from all your videos, Dr Dray. I am about to begin using Tri-Luma for my melasma. Do you recommend applying moisturizer before Tri-Luma, just as you do before you use your tretinoin?
Love your videos! You have helped me and my family so much with skin concerns, we have gone to dermatologists and GPs but only after having watched your videos did we truly find solutions. My Rosacea behaves much better these days and my husbands Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are under control! I am now considering embarking on using Retin A, but want to ease myself into using it, it seems there are many out there that suggest getting your skin used to it by starting with over the counter retinols first. Do you think there is any value in doing that? I looked into getting RetrinAL from Avene since it had some good reviews.
Thanks for another good video. I ordered the sunscreen you use in a tinted version (Elta MD) and love it, but find it's hard to wash off. I'll eventually buy an oil cleanser, but until then I was just curious as to what you used before you started using the oil cleanser? Did you find the Elta sunscreen hard to wash off your face also?
your skin looks really nice, much firmer! I have started to use retin-a 0.025 every 4 days...so looking forward to have a nicer skin and reduce my melasma. Stoped using hydroquinone because been using that for several months now. Do you use makeup? Would be nice to see a video about the brands you use.
I am not afraid of mineral oil. I used to use baby oil to remove my make-up (back when I still wore some, in my early 20s). It was lovely and never broke me out, on the contrary it was amazing for my dry skin. I also used to use sweet almond oil as a layer underneath moisturizer. It was recommended to us by my family internist (dry skin even as a babe). It's probably not THE best but it worked for me; and whatever works... is good for me. :)
Gina, I am so glad I'm not alone! :) I have been dry since I was a baby. Since the age of 3 (when our internist recommended it) I have been using sweet almond oil underneath the Nivea blue tin and it works (worked) wonders. When I turned 44, about 2 years ago, I started replacing the sweet almond oil with a hyaluronic acid, and that is the most amazing thing I ever did! It is so good! I use the one by The Ordinary (it's great) and also the one our Aldi put out (they had it on promo). I'm in Belgium, BTW. Aldi does some great products (skincare) here!
Marleen G. Hi Marleen! I’m originally from Spain and go back to see my family when I can. Sooo tempted to move back! You’re definitely not alone! I went through a short oily phase, but no acne or breakouts. Other than that I’ve had dry skin. It never occurred to me that I needed hydration, so I try to find products with any form of hyaluronic acid and/or sodium hyaluronate in large quantities. I’ve used some products from The Ordinary, but never the hyaluronic Acid. It’s so cheap that I’m going to test it out. The Ordinary product that works like a miracle on my face/neck is the AHA 30%+ BHA 2%. I order about 8 to 10 at one time! I’ve used Acids since they came out so it doesn’t bother me or irritate my skin. I use it 2X a week. It’s definitely a Holy Grail product for me. Think we can find another lady, besides Dr Dray, who isn’t terrified of mineral oil or petrolatum?! LOL!
Hi dr Dray. Thanks a lot for the useful video! I have completely changed my routine after your advice with great results. However, after taking oral Isotretinoin my skin have become very sensitive (I am still on a low dose and probably be for some time) so I cannot at all tolerate something like Tretinoin even at a lower concentration. Are there alternatives to it? Thanks a lot from all of us for great advice!
I received my retin A micro yesterday in the mail,my insurance company sent it to me and I will be starting the regimen tonight...I’m a bit reluctant because I’m praying it doesn’t erase even the slightest hardwork I have put on my face...thank you Dr.Dray for the vlog and you have a wonderful day 🥂
I have the micro as well! I would recommend starting it off slowly - like once a week. I put it on Saturday night and start peeling by Wednesday. Then the peeling is gone in a few days. I'm hoping that I can start twice a week soon.
I started using a moisturizer 1st then about 15 minutes later follow with Retin A and hydroquinone. I've been doing this for a few months. It has been so much better doing it that way versus the Retin A 1st. I have no more peeling or dryness. I do hope it's absorbing.
Ever tried Mizon? :) although it’s scented I enjoy the whitening good night mask. Seems to lighten any redness I have and does have a relaxing scent for night time.
hi dr. dray, thanks for sharing, as always. can you do a comparison between .025 and .1 tretinoin in terms of effectiveness.? my derm prescribed .025 for me. thanks
Great advice as always, Dr Dray (esp. the sunscreen around the eyes tip)! I use a moisturiser at night that contains 10% Urea, and was wondering if Urea is an ingredient that is OK to be used with Tretinoin?
Hi Dr. Dray, have you ever used the Korean morning lotion, Cremorlab? I heard much better ingredients than Netrogena hydro boost, it has double amount and so afford too!
Can you do a video of makeup products you recommend for the skin? Like foundation, concealer, blush, bronzer, etc.? I know none of them are good for your skin, but if you had to choose some which one would they be?
Thanks dr d for all the great information. I've totally changed how I treat my skin. One question, I think you mentioned you dont use body cleanser. How do you wash off water resistant sunscreen? And I'm curious about your skin care routine for your body. I'm looking if you already have a video on this.
Have you tried the Ordinary's retinoid? (granactive retinoid 2% emulsion). I've been using it on my eyelids and neck with no problem and no adjustment period. I'm wondering if it's okay to use in this way even without irritation. Just discovered your videos and I'm really enjoying them. Thank you for putting all this information together.
Hullo Dr. Dray , loved your am pm routine video , as I had mentioned earlier , I am from India and most of the product mentioned in your video are not available here. So I follow your routines diligently going strictly by ingredients. I am 60 + and I sincerely thank you for the detailed videos which I follow. I noticed you are not applying hylaraunic acid based cream at night only a light moisturiser , will try that , as here in Delhi also it’s very hot and humid. I have been using tretionin .1 alternative days for 2 months now and no peeling or flaking . Your advise please shall I start applying daily ?
Dr Dray the simply pure cleanser can it be shipped to the United States and once again you knocked it out of the park with this video and in the words of Tina Turner your simply the best better than all the rest
I love your videos Dr Dray! I have a question! I have super dehidrated skin so I bought the Neutrogena hydro Boost my skin feels so good but my question is should I moisturize my skin too? I don't like moisturizing my skin it feels to oily is it using the Hydro Boost enough or should I moisturize it as well!?
I love your skincare routine videos and your explanations! So much useful info. Speaking of simple, clean products, happy to report that L'Oréal has done good by us, Europeans, and finally made CeraVe widely available in EU drugstores 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 they've changed up the formulas a bit (from what I could tell comparing to the US site ingredients list) -- nothing too crazy, they've just removed the parabens (probably to calm down all our unfounded skincare phobias lol), as well as replaced the surfactants in their washes with some gentler ones. Pretty impressed overall, I was afraid L'Oréal was going to start putting fragrance in everything as per their usual.
Hi Dr. Dray - you are the person I had always wished existed on RUclips, and you do! Thank you so much for all your incredibly helpful videos. I was wondering if it’s okay to add facial oil after using retin-A - my skin gets very dry and peely so I was using it to help moisturizer about 10-15 mins after application of retinol, but I’ve read online that it may cause the retinA to lose efficacy. Is that true?
Dr Dray thanks for this! I’ve watched your video on how/ why oils aren’t super moisturizing...do you suggest adding another type of moisturizer specifically for helping with retin-A peeling and patchiness? I also don’t wear makeup so can’t cover it up!
Do you recommend Vaseline for dry eyelids? My eyelids become irritated by coconut oil and mineral oil they become red and scaly. They are so dry. Your skin is looking great!
Hi! I'm no dermatologist but I have the same problem; as a spot-treatment or maybe one night every week I'll put some vaseline in my eyelids and lashline to make washing the flakes off in the morning easier; daily, though, a scent-free, barrier-repairing eye cream hydrates the area pretty well. The thing with vaseline is that it seals the surface and smoothes it but it doesn't hydrate it, so I'd say try this routine?: a nourishing eye cream, an eye-loving creamy cleanser and vaseline as a now-and-then kinda treatment.
Do you approve of Ponds cold cream cleanser to remove makeup? It's a mineral oil and beeswax base. I've been using it for a while to remove makeup and it works like a charm. And it's it's only $5!
Jennifer Smith I was wondering the same thing. There are 2 Ponds cleansers. One of them is much more lightweight than the original cold cream and has a lighter green cover, but has fragrance. I may go to CVS and try the smallest size.
I'm pretty sure I remember her mentioning in another video it's not a bad product (or maybe it was mineral oil in general) it just contains fragrance which serves no purpose. I agree though, it really is effective at removing makeup with ease! I do find with my skin I need to use a damp cloth to get the excess residue off or it's just too much on my skin.
Shannon Messina Might be a good product for me in the cold NYC winters. Going to find out about the fragrance. If it’s not strong my skin doesn’t react.
mar sol I miss Noxzema as a morning cleanser. Left my face so soft. There’s the Original and now a new one with a lot of menthol. It has pink writing. That one I wouldn’t use.
Thanks for the video! Recently my eye area was so red, dry and irritated because I’m currently using Adapalene 0.3%/ Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% it’s called “effezel” in my country, to treat my acneic rosacea. And i accidentally put it too near to my eyes, now I see I should avoid that! But, Dr. Dray, do you think this “effezel” cream can be also good for “anti-aging” purposes? Like tretinoin?
Didn’t realize you were using such a high percentage of Tretinoin. Your skin looks firmer than before. Did you know that dr Davin Lim mentioned you in his bio oil video?
I noticed you added benzoyl peroxide on the avoid list while using tretinoin. My dermatologist prescribed me to use clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide half and half as a spot treatment alongside tretinoin. Was this bad advising? I did notice that my face doesnt tolerate BP well at all. That's probably why
Dr. Dray!!! Look what you have done! Have you any idea!?! You have created such an amazing community of suncreeners. We are no longer afraid of the White Cast and we are communicating with each other. I can't thank you enough for all your knowledgeable information. You should be so proud of what you are doing for us. Much love!
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We Draybies can spot a fellow Draybie across the street.... hat pulled down, shades on, minimal skin showing, and a ghostly white cast!
lol! love it :)
So true, I'm one of them
Proud Draybie from the Philippines. They do not understand why I do wear sunscreen even when I seldom go out
Proud Draybie from Jamaica! Drabies Unite! I drive with huge dark glasses, long sleeved cardigans, and yes I drive with a hat on. My sunscreen gets casty when I sweat, which is often. Oh well...
Debbie Davidson that's fantastic! Same here greetings from Los Angeles ☀️😎
I love the Kose Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil! It melts my full face of makeup so fast.
:)
i've never seen someone cleanse this way before... as in apply the oil and then the second cleanser before rinsing the oil off first
Your skin looks fantastic! I can clearly see that it’s firmer as well. I’m so grateful that one of your videos was recommended by RUclips and after watching it, I was hooked! I can’t thank you enough! I counted the ingredient list of one product I no longer use and it has 78 ingredients! No wonder my skin was a mess and sensitized. You’re the best,
Dr Dray!❤️🌺🌹
Thanks!
I think so too! It looks more luminous with less pigmentation and also firm and supple! :)
To those who wear makeup, the vanicream cleanser is really cheap and it takes off makeup beautifully!
I love vanicream cleanser!
I cannot get over the plastic smell and it left a film
I love it. It’s the ONLY cleanser that I use. It doesn’t break me out. All the high-end cleansers can’t hold a candle to it’s efficiency n gentle formula. ❤️
Thank you for giving me info that my dermatologist has never mentioned. I have been scrubbing my face for years. No more. I have just started tretinoin gel micro 0.1. Thankfully I ran across your videos.
thanks for watching
Love this straightforward night time routine. Not only does it save time and money, it's also effective and you can go to bed early when you are really exhausted. 👍Sometimes I wonder why people like to put on tons of products when they just need one good one.
simple is best
Eunice Lin agree wth u, why people put a ton product 😄 lol
Ayu Yulianti I'm so much wiser in choosing my skincare products now. Extremely grateful to Dr Andrea. Knowledge is power! 😉
Eunice Lin great Dr, she not put some toner. She really2 save my money sooo well. and i'm happy 😉
Ayu Yulianti Glad that things are working out for you too! 💗
I have an idea that might be useful for your channel. If you’re planning to do a sit down video on a certain topic maybe put an announcement a day or a couple of days before on your Community tab on RUclips. That way we can ask you some questions on that specific topic. Then when you sit down to record a video you can take maybe 5 mins to quickly scroll through and answer anything that may be important to include?
Dr Dray
I agree your skin is beautiful. I can see the firmness and decreased hyper pigmentation
I laughed so hard when I read toilet water in your list of ingredients to avoid with retinol lol 😂
:)
oh so its a joke right?? LOL i was so confused
@@0310tp no Eau de toilette is fragrance literal translation is toilet water
I started implementing your entire skin care routine including tretenoin. I have been doing it for almost a year now and have seen a dramatic difference in my skin. Thank u so much.
I suffer from hormonal acne. I am currently using Cerave foaming cleanser, as my face is extremely oily. However, since my acne is acting up, my dermatologist prescribed me Taxorac cream. I haven’t started using it yet. However, I am thinking on using this skincare routine:
AM- Cerave hydrating cleanser, la roche posay spf moisturizer, neutrogena hydroboost
PM- Cerave foaming cleanser, neutrogena hydroboost, cerave moisturizing cream (or would PM be better??), then taxorac.
Your feedback would be amazing and HIGHLY appreciated. I love your channel so much. You seem like such a sweetheart!! ❤️❤️
I go on and off this channel and gosh doc your skin has dramatically improved. It is even, plumped, less wrinkles. I'm shocked.
Thanks for the tips with tretinoin! I used to use it in the morning with a bunch of the ingredients you mentioned not to use it with.
With all the respect I love love your videos, little worth story, for just boredom randoms reason I watched one of those not informative episodes of Sephora night time routines and is more like a great scam of companies to make us buy but ever since I found you I found the gold mine of real professional and very honest reviews and products recommendation from a real awesome Dermatologist like you!!! I cant stop thanking your humble and knowledgeable videos, please never stop sharing...
thanks!
I have never encountered such a helpful channel. I watch and follow about every single “skincare savvy” on this site and you are honestly the best. I used to use the 7 step skincare routine but I now use Cerave face wash with salicylic acid and the Cerave moosturizing cream and my skin has never been more smooth and hydrated and not irritated. Thank you for your informative videos! You literally changed my life!! I never knew how nice it felt to have a healthy skin barrier 😭
PS: my skin is oily/combination and that thick Cerave moisturizer that comes in the blue and white tub feels good even on my oily t-zone. Not to mention that skin oil is now under control (probably because I apply the moisturizer when the skin is wet?). Even at the end of the day, my skin just doesn’t get horribly greasy like it used to. Again, thank you for you videos and keep up the good work!
Thank you explaining your routine. It is very helpful! I had a question: I just had a PDT at my dermatologist's office a few weeks ago & I am grateful that there were no signs of anything bad going on. Would you please do a video to talk about the advantages of this type of pre-treatment? This could potentially help a lot of folks with a history of cancer on the face. Thank you!
Thanks for posting an updated routine! Your skin looks great, I can tell the hyperpigmentation under your eyes has faded a good bit and skin looks tighter. I look forward to watching your next video :)
I'm loving the hada labo cleaning oil, thank you for the recommendation! I just went to my dermatologist and she renewed my prescription for retin a ☀️😎
so glad to hear you like it!
Thank you for clearing up so many Retin A and....fill in the blank... questions. I have been curious since starting on Retin A several months ago. I was using serums which I stopped doing. Now I realize if I wanted to use any of them, Niacinamide is the only one that can still "dance" with my Retin A. As always, thank you for being a wealth of wisdom!! Happy 4th of July!
Would love for you to do a video addressing the chest area.
I can see a distinct difference in your skin. I have been watching since you started your channel. I have learned so much from you. I have to watch every video.
Thanks!
I'm so happy I found your channel. You are now my most favorite RUclipsr, Dr Dray!!! I've been on Tretinoin for a week now but it makes my skin really dry even if I put moisturizer on top of it. I thought of applying moisturizer first but I was worried it will make Tretinoin less effective, until I saw this video. I'm trying this routine tonight!
I live in Portugal and I'd love if you made a video on skin care products available for us in the European Union. Having the EU in mind because the products will be available in most of the 27 states here
Cerave baby lotion has niacinamide and you get 8oz for $10!
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L Smith Going to have to check it out! Thanks for the info!
Oh wow I didn't know this! Great tip!!!
I read somewhere that it's about 1-2% though, compared to the 4% of the Cerave PM
Thanks for the info! It could still be beneficial to use for the body and hands
If u use micellar water you can always rinse it off. I do that every time I use it and I believe that’s the correct way to use it.
My mom always said that if you’ve had a bottle of sunscreen for an entire year you weren’t using it enough
one for a year? even one for a month is really not enough, at least imo.
Thank you so much, your channel is a great place to learn about skin care. I like that you seem very honest in your reviews!
Hi, Dr Andrea!!! I just found you yesterday, and I have binged SO many of your videos, (was up til almost 5 am, watching, lol), and read SO many comments, I can't remember of you addressed this. Question: may I use MCT simple as a cleanser/makeup melter before washing my face? Could I possibly mix a good avacado oil and grapeseed oil myself in a pump to use so I dont have to purchase a specific cleansing oil? Thank you so much for your videos; you have just changed my life!!! I am obsessed with skin care, probably too late. My father was red-headed, very porcelain, and freckled and NEVER wore sunscreen his entire life. The last 15 years before his passing last July, he had had over 1200 topical skin cancers removed, 3 of which were melanoma. The melanoma on his back was 1.5 lbs and took 8 months for his back to heal!! He also had to have his nose and one ear reconstructed after skin cancer removal. Anyway, my girls both look like Disney's Ariel or Merida, and I have slathered them their whole life. My eldest carries a UV parasol and gloves to use walking to her college classes and wouldnt be caught dead without at least one huge sunscreen in her backpack and car all year round...YAY! I appreciate your sunscreen education videos - UV protection is SO detrimental to EVERYONE's overall health, and I wish I had taken it more seriously for myself before now. All that to say thank you, thank you, thank you for what you do for the YT community!!
Hi Dr Dray, quick question for gym goers. I’ve heard a lot of conflicting info on whether to take makeup/sunscreen off before indoor workouts. What are your thoughts?
I’m curious too, good question!
She has stated before (cant remember which vid) that it is not necessary to take off your base layer of sunscreen. You can just apply over it and clean it all off in the shower.
Thank you so much for all your skin care routines I have completely changed the way I use my sunscreen and my other face products I'm currently on tretinoin gel 0.01 percent is the gel tretinoin in As Good As the cream thank you
Can u help review skinceuticals? Or give your opinions on them? Thanks! :)
Love your videos! Really helpful to know what to look for when it comes to skin! I do wonder if there are any products you can recommend for acne along the jawline and neck
Thank you for the great info Dr Dray!
Appreciate you also writing down the ingredients that can and can’t be applied together with tretinoin! Have a great day ahead of you!
HappyTuesday!
I used the pink oil too, I bought it because I love all things pink, but I didn’t love it so I bought the Simple brand and I really love it. I think it’s going to be my go-to oil from now on.
Hope you are having a good week Ms Bonnie!
Thank you for yet again another great video!💕 The additional information is extremely helpful as far as which products can be used in combination with Retin A.
Love those lists of do and do nots. Thanks again😘
This is such an easy skin care routine!!! I should try doing these steps
I absolutely love the Cos Rx overnight face mask.
It is a nice moisturizer :)
Your skin looks amazing! Love your routines and they have made a world of difference in my skin (I was a scrubber when washing my face). Thank you Dr. Dray!!
Yeah!! These are like my favorite videos when you do your AM&PM skin care routine! I sit here daily waiting for you upload!!! 😊😊 Your skin is goals, just beautiful! Love you so much!
Thanks Ms Hannah!
OMG your skin is so much improved since you’ve used Tretinoin 👍👍👍 I’m going to do everything the same way. Plan to see a dermatologist to switch to Tretinoin after more than 6 months using Differin.
Active_ Healthy_Beauty Inspirations how was differin for u
Thanks for showing your routine. I've been following your recommendation of using less products, and my skin looks much nicer. I tried the Altruist today, and really liked it. The Colorscience eye cream has almost as much coverage as a concealer, very nice! I'm having fun trying it all, thanks again!
So glad to hear you like them Ms Sherry!
Thank you Dr Dray, I’m addicted to your videos. Thanks for all the information you provide us. I’ve learned so much and am I’m in the process of changing my skincare routine and lifestyle for the better because of you 😊💜
Dr Dray thanks so much for helping me find a moisturizer for my combo/sensitive skin! I have never found one that hasn't broken me out, Even with my strict consideration of ingredients like fragrance. Which apparently didnt consider essential oils fragrance because of the luck I have had with diluted tea tree gave me hope with all essesntial oils which is not good. I Love the cerave pm moisterizer. No bumps and feeels great to moisturize finally!!!
diluted tea tree oil likewise can go awry
@@DrDrayzday omgoshhh probably doing more harm then good lol
Hi Dr Dray! Was the length of time between applying the moisturizer and Trentinoin in the video real time or was there a lapse in time edited out? If there was a lapse in time, how long did you wait? Thanks for all the wonderful videos!
Marilyn Godwin Smith i would also like to know!!
She always says to just let it dry. Only put a retinoid on a dry, moisturized face unless your healthcare provider has specifically told you otherwise. :)
Yes, I know. I would like to know how long "she" waits before "she" considers "her" moisturized face dry which is why I worded my question the way I did.
Another great video! I feel like a more knowledgable consumer with your help :)
Thanks!
Love the night time!! This summer I have been bad at my routine in the PM.... I don’t wear makeup just sunscreen and go straight to bed w/o washing - I know is bad but I’m exhausted LOL the sun in the desert where dry heat is puts a toll on you.. Since my boyfriend has been watching you - he is so much better at applying sunscreen!! He never ever wears it and now has his own routine 😍❤️🙏🏻
So glad to hear the bf has the spf!
Most of the products I use are recommended by you! Your my go to for trusted advice! Thankyou!!!
Glad to hear the recs are going well for you
Hi Dr Dray, Jamie here from Australia! Love your videos, I watch every single one. I have a question... My mother (age 58) has just started Tretinoin, what sort of cleanser should she be using with it? Something with Salicylic Acid to help exfoliate? Or something gentle? She has a normal skin type which is very tough. And I’ve convinced her that she must use sunscreen every single day ;)
Try Heimish all clean balm! After using Shu Uemura oil that cost a lot I switched to Heimish balm that only like 20$+ I really really LOVE IT! :)
i have used that one, it is nice
Omg yes thank you for this video!!!!! The description box with products is so helpful :)!!!!!!
thanks for watching!
Very helpful information, thank you! I’m using a puny concentration of tretinoin and still experiencing irritation and sun sensitivity 😣😭 It sounds as though I’ll need to invest in a good oil cleanser, since I will now be wearing sunscreen as a cloak.
Another fantastic vlog Dr. Dray.....lots of good advice....thank you....have a great night...
Dr Dray, you probably don’t remember but I told u before I have issues with sunscreen (swollen, itchy, stinging eyes.... not because it gets in the eyes). So I haven’t used sunscreen in many years until 2 days ago!! Bought this rohto Japanese sunscreen and so far so good. So happy! Have u tried this rohto skin aqua super moisture milk (yellow, small bottle)? So amazing!
Francescadbg Congratulations! Hope it keeps working for you!😊🌼💐
Francescadbg, I really like that one too. It is very light-feeling, unscented, and has a combo physical and chemical sunscreen. And also the bonus of hyaluronic acid!
Gina La Perugina NYC thank u 😁
Patricia West ah! good to know. I just bought it because the ratings on amazon is good and it’s Japanese... so I decided to try it. 😁
I like it too..
Enjoyed:)👍🏼 Simple...Love skincare routines!! Put your skin to bed...Love it!!! Happy Tuesday;)🤠🐶☀️
Happy Tuesday Ms Susan :)
Dona Jones nahhhh
Thanks for both update videos. So helpful, I need to work on my pea size tretinoin, it some how morphs into several peas!
Dr. D have you tried the Neutrogena cleansing oil? What are your thoughts? Please review more!!! Thank you!!!
I have learned so much from all your videos, Dr Dray. I am about to begin using Tri-Luma for my melasma. Do you recommend applying moisturizer before Tri-Luma, just as you do before you use your tretinoin?
Please show skincare routine for sensitive dry skin using drugstore products🙌🙏 🙏🙏
Love your videos! You have helped me and my family so much with skin concerns, we have gone to dermatologists and GPs but only after having watched your videos did we truly find solutions. My Rosacea behaves much better these days and my husbands Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are under control! I am now considering embarking on using Retin A, but want to ease myself into using it, it seems there are many out there that suggest getting your skin used to it by starting with over the counter retinols first. Do you think there is any value in doing that? I looked into getting RetrinAL from Avene since it had some good reviews.
Thanks for another good video. I ordered the sunscreen you use in a tinted version (Elta MD) and love it, but find it's hard to wash off. I'll eventually buy an oil cleanser, but until then I was just curious as to what you used before you started using the oil cleanser? Did you find the Elta sunscreen hard to wash off your face also?
why do you not use the hada labo plumping gel anymore ? love the vid
i ran out and dont find it is essential
your skin looks really nice, much firmer! I have started to use retin-a 0.025 every 4 days...so looking forward to have a nicer skin and reduce my melasma. Stoped using hydroquinone because been using that for several months now. Do you use makeup? Would be nice to see a video about the brands you use.
Amazing thank you . Which cerave is best for oily skin please
I am not afraid of mineral oil. I used to use baby oil to remove my make-up (back when I still wore some, in my early 20s). It was lovely and never broke me out, on the contrary it was amazing for my dry skin. I also used to use sweet almond oil as a layer underneath moisturizer. It was recommended to us by my family internist (dry skin even as a babe). It's probably not THE best but it worked for me; and whatever works... is good for me. :)
Marleen G. I have dry skin too. My skin loves mineral oil and petrolatum...day and night. So glad I’m not alone!😊
Gina, I am so glad I'm not alone! :) I have been dry since I was a baby. Since the age of 3 (when our internist recommended it) I have been using sweet almond oil underneath the Nivea blue tin and it works (worked) wonders. When I turned 44, about 2 years ago, I started replacing the sweet almond oil with a hyaluronic acid, and that is the most amazing thing I ever did! It is so good! I use the one by The Ordinary (it's great) and also the one our Aldi put out (they had it on promo). I'm in Belgium, BTW. Aldi does some great products (skincare) here!
Marleen G. Hi Marleen! I’m originally from Spain and go back to see my family when I can. Sooo tempted to move back! You’re definitely not alone! I went through a short oily phase, but no acne or breakouts. Other than that I’ve had dry skin. It never occurred to me that I needed hydration, so I try to find products with any form of hyaluronic acid and/or sodium hyaluronate in large quantities. I’ve used some products from The Ordinary, but never the hyaluronic Acid. It’s so cheap that I’m going to test it out. The Ordinary product that works like a miracle on my face/neck is the AHA 30%+ BHA 2%. I order about 8 to 10 at one time! I’ve used Acids since they came out so it doesn’t bother me or irritate my skin. I use it 2X a week. It’s definitely a Holy Grail product for me.
Think we can find another lady, besides Dr Dray, who isn’t terrified of mineral oil or petrolatum?! LOL!
Marleen G. Never heard of Aldi, but now I’m really intrigued!
Aldi is a worldwide supermarket, it is in the US too. ;)
Thx for this. Really appreciate the minimalist approach to skin care!
Thanks!
Thank you very much for this video! Your skin looks amazing! Do you use retin-a every night of the week?
Hi dr Dray. Thanks a lot for the useful video! I have completely changed my routine after your advice with great results. However, after taking oral Isotretinoin my skin have become very sensitive (I am still on a low dose and probably be for some time) so I cannot at all tolerate something like Tretinoin even at a lower concentration. Are there alternatives to it? Thanks a lot from all of us for great advice!
I received my retin A micro yesterday in the mail,my insurance company sent it to me and I will be starting the regimen tonight...I’m a bit reluctant because I’m praying it doesn’t erase even the slightest hardwork I have put on my face...thank you Dr.Dray for the vlog and you have a wonderful day 🥂
I have the micro as well! I would recommend starting it off slowly - like once a week. I put it on Saturday night and start peeling by Wednesday. Then the peeling is gone in a few days. I'm hoping that I can start twice a week soon.
Lifeasahoosier I will definitely start off slowly and thanks for your advice🙏🏾
:)
I started using a moisturizer 1st then about 15 minutes later follow with Retin A and hydroquinone. I've been doing this for a few months. It has been so much better doing it that way versus the Retin A 1st. I have no more peeling or dryness. I do hope it's absorbing.
Ever tried Mizon? :) although it’s scented I enjoy the whitening good night mask. Seems to lighten any redness I have and does have a relaxing scent for night time.
hi dr. dray, thanks for sharing, as always. can you do a comparison between .025 and .1 tretinoin in terms of effectiveness.? my derm prescribed .025 for me. thanks
Great advice as always, Dr Dray (esp. the sunscreen around the eyes tip)! I use a moisturiser at night that contains 10% Urea, and was wondering if Urea is an ingredient that is OK to be used with Tretinoin?
Your skin is looking phenomenal! Is organic coconut oil ok for a first cleanse? Sending love💕
thanks! coconut oil can be irritating tbh, but i find it works okay
Your skin looks so good!
thanks!
Hi Dr. Dray, have you ever used the Korean morning lotion, Cremorlab? I heard much better ingredients than Netrogena hydro boost, it has double amount and so afford too!
Love your tips for retin-a. I was able to continue with the .01% with doing it the Dr.Dray way :)
Can you do a video of makeup products you recommend for the skin? Like foundation, concealer, blush, bronzer, etc.? I know none of them are good for your skin, but if you had to choose some which one would they be?
i recommend no makeup products
Great video. I really enjoy your informative videos. I know this is off topic, but do you supplement with vitamin D3?
Thanks dr d for all the great information. I've totally changed how I treat my skin. One question, I think you mentioned you dont use body cleanser. How do you wash off water resistant sunscreen? And I'm curious about your skin care routine for your body. I'm looking if you already have a video on this.
Have you tried the Ordinary's retinoid? (granactive retinoid 2% emulsion). I've been using it on my eyelids and neck with no problem and no adjustment period. I'm wondering if it's okay to use in this way even without irritation. Just discovered your videos and I'm really enjoying them. Thank you for putting all this information together.
Hullo Dr. Dray , loved your am pm routine video , as I had mentioned earlier , I am from India and most of the product mentioned in your video are not available here. So I follow your routines diligently going strictly by ingredients. I am 60 + and I sincerely thank you for the detailed videos which I follow. I noticed you are not applying hylaraunic acid based cream at night only a light moisturiser , will try that , as here in Delhi also it’s very hot and humid. I have been using tretionin .1 alternative days for 2 months now and no peeling or flaking . Your advise please shall I start applying daily ?
Dr Dray the simply pure cleanser can it be shipped to the United States and once again you knocked it out of the park with this video and in the words of Tina Turner your simply the best better than all the rest
i dont think so...i am using it to use it up, but there are similar products that could be used instead
I love your Videos they're so educational and so fun to watch! Thank you for the quality content!!!
I love your videos Dr Dray!
I have a question! I have super dehidrated skin so I bought the Neutrogena hydro Boost my skin feels so good but my question is should I moisturize my skin too? I don't like moisturizing my skin it feels to oily is it using the Hydro Boost enough or should I moisturize it as well!?
Dr dray, Can our skin become become used to niacinamide then stop working as a well after a while ? (For the brightening effect)
This was very good information I appreciate you taking time to make the video.
I love your skincare routine videos and your explanations! So much useful info. Speaking of simple, clean products, happy to report that L'Oréal has done good by us, Europeans, and finally made CeraVe widely available in EU drugstores 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 they've changed up the formulas a bit (from what I could tell comparing to the US site ingredients list) -- nothing too crazy, they've just removed the parabens (probably to calm down all our unfounded skincare phobias lol), as well as replaced the surfactants in their washes with some gentler ones. Pretty impressed overall, I was afraid L'Oréal was going to start putting fragrance in everything as per their usual.
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Hi Dr. Dray - you are the person I had always wished existed on RUclips, and you do! Thank you so much for all your incredibly helpful videos. I was wondering if it’s okay to add facial oil after using retin-A - my skin gets very dry and peely so I was using it to help moisturizer about 10-15 mins after application of retinol, but I’ve read online that it may cause the retinA to lose efficacy. Is that true?
i would not...oils are not good moisturizers, despite internet hype for them
Dr Dray thanks for this! I’ve watched your video on how/ why oils aren’t super moisturizing...do you suggest adding another type of moisturizer specifically for helping with retin-A peeling and patchiness? I also don’t wear makeup so can’t cover it up!
Do you recommend Vaseline for dry eyelids? My eyelids become irritated by coconut oil and mineral oil they become red and scaly. They are so dry. Your skin is looking great!
Hi! I'm no dermatologist but I have the same problem; as a spot-treatment or maybe one night every week I'll put some vaseline in my eyelids and lashline to make washing the flakes off in the morning easier; daily, though, a scent-free, barrier-repairing eye cream hydrates the area pretty well. The thing with vaseline is that it seals the surface and smoothes it but it doesn't hydrate it, so I'd say try this routine?: a nourishing eye cream, an eye-loving creamy cleanser and vaseline as a now-and-then kinda treatment.
Do you approve of Ponds cold cream cleanser to remove makeup? It's a mineral oil and beeswax base. I've been using it for a while to remove makeup and it works like a charm. And it's it's only $5!
Jennifer Smith I was wondering the same thing. There are 2 Ponds cleansers. One of them is much more lightweight than the original cold cream and has a lighter green cover, but has fragrance. I may go to CVS and try the smallest size.
I'm pretty sure I remember her mentioning in another video it's not a bad product (or maybe it was mineral oil in general) it just contains fragrance which serves no purpose. I agree though, it really is effective at removing makeup with ease! I do find with my skin I need to use a damp cloth to get the excess residue off or it's just too much on my skin.
i think it has fragrance, but if not if i recall it is fine
Shannon Messina Might be a good product for me in the cold NYC winters.
Going to find out about the fragrance. If it’s not strong my skin doesn’t react.
mar sol I miss Noxzema as a morning cleanser. Left my face so soft. There’s the Original and now a new one with a lot of menthol. It has pink writing. That one I wouldn’t use.
Thanks for the video! Recently my eye area was so red, dry and irritated because I’m currently using Adapalene 0.3%/ Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% it’s called “effezel” in my country, to treat my acneic rosacea. And i accidentally put it too near to my eyes, now I see I should avoid that! But, Dr. Dray, do you think this “effezel” cream can be also good for “anti-aging” purposes? Like tretinoin?
that is essentially epiduo forte...see my Q&A on retinols for antiaging as i discuss differin for wrinkles there
Didn’t realize you were using such a high percentage of Tretinoin. Your skin looks firmer than before. Did you know that dr Davin Lim mentioned you in his bio oil video?
Your videos are amazing! Thank you!
Question- Do you recommend any under eye creams? Especially for those with dark circles?
thanks; no
I noticed you added benzoyl peroxide on the avoid list while using tretinoin. My dermatologist prescribed me to use clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide half and half as a spot treatment alongside tretinoin. Was this bad advising? I did notice that my face doesnt tolerate BP well at all. That's probably why
I'm loving your videos!! Thank you so much for making them! Would you recommend retin a cream or gel? Thank you!
discuss with your treating dermatologist
wish I would have found your channel a long time ago. Love the videos.
Thanks!
Thanks for the video! should you put moisturizer before or after tretinoin?