Neela Neela
11 months ago

Melasma reduction, bright skin, is my routine ok?

I'm 40 yo, little wrinkles, very pale skin with melasma on forehead and a couple of sun spots on the cheeks.

Small stubborn blackheads on nose and chin only, occasional hormonal pimples on chin, deep and impossible to pop.

Melasma on forehead, dry/sensitive skin, blackheads on nose and chin.
AM - Everyday
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SA Smoothing Cleanser CeraVe - SA Smoothing Cleanser
2
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA The Ordinary - Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
3
15% Vitamin C + EGF Serum The INKEY List CA - 15% Vitamin C + EGF Serum
4
All About Eyes Rich Clinique - All About Eyes Rich
5
Peptide Moisturiser The INKEY List CA - Peptide Moisturiser
6
Sun Project Water Sun Cream SPF50 Thank You Farmer - Sun Project Water Sun Cream SPF50
PM - Everyday
1
SA Smoothing Cleanser CeraVe - SA Smoothing Cleanser
2
Superdrug Naturally Radiant Hot Cloth Face Cleanser Naturally Radiant - Superdrug Naturally Radiant Hot Cloth Face Cleanser
3
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% The Ordinary - Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
4
Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA The Ordinary - Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
PM - Every other day
1
GRANACTIVE RETINOID SERUM 5% IN SQUALANE The Ordinary - GRANACTIVE RETINOID SERUM 5% IN SQUALANE
2
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% The Ordinary - Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%
PM - Once a week
1
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution The Ordinary - Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
Acne & clogged pores Dry skin Uneven skin tone
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Do you use a sunscreen?

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You've got great products. I would say just listen to your skin and cut back if there is any dryness or irritation, as there are many actives in here.

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I'd reduce cleansing - drop the hot cloth cleanser and consider not cleansing in the morning. Otherwise you are using great strong actives that help against pigmentation. Agree with @Meredith that it's key to watch your skin reactions closely to avoid irritation. Best of luck on the journey! 💙

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