Hi friends all the products I use are here WITH affordable alternative cause I understand not everyone can buy a $500 skincare routine ❤: www.shopltk.com/explore/glowbymonica/productsets/11ee411c97997adcafc00242ac110004 (affiliate)
I struggled with really bad acne and hyperpigmentation as well. I was using retinol, alpha arbutin, vit-c, niacinamide you name it and I've probably tried it. My skin got clear-ish but I'd still break out a lot. Then came exam time...I had absolutely no time to focus on skincare. I neglected my skin almost entirely. The only thing I did was wash my face with a facewash maybe once or twice daily. And my skin IMPROVED DRAMATICALLY. My current skincare is literally just a gentle cleanser and sunscreen in the morning and a aloevera based night gel at night. And it's the clearest my skin has ever been. So sometimes doing less is exactly what your skin needs!
Exact same thing happened to me. But with wrinkles not acne. I've tried everything, I must have spent £1500 in total over time. Then I got ill and was hospitalised then lost capability to do anything for my skin. ITS THE BEST, CLEAREST and reduced wrinkles now. I've test this theory many times and same results everytime. Does anyone know why this is? Best Wishes xx
Do not forget to clean all your skincare bottles regularly. And buy separate face cloths that you only use for your face and wash more often. Made such a difference for my breakouts.
Pay attention how ure skin and body reacts after certain foods or skin care products. It can be key. I realized that i need to use cream cleansers and certains foods trigger my skin as well. PSA for every1: PAY ATTENTION! Do not blindly use anything even retinol you may be better off w.o it even!
I don’t usually comment on TH-cam but as a brown girlie who has struggled with acne since I was 8, your channel has been an absolute blessing! You are super inspiring and have helped me be super confident with myself acne and all! Thank you for being so real on camera, it’s rare to find. 💕
As a desi woman who also had acne, hyperpigmentation and acne marks/scars throughout my teens, honestly the more complicated I made my skincare the worse my existing issues got. I think I was packing too many ingredients on. Simplifying my routine actually helped a lot; actually have eczema on parts of my face so that's partly why all the acne-targeting products I tried didn't help, because they just made parts of my face even drier and more sensitive. Now I just use a soap-free face wash and face cream: I put a lighter, thinner face cream on my oily T-zone and a thicker cream on my dry cheeks and jaw area (both with SPF 30) . Sometimes if my skin is extra dry I will also use a hydrating serum before applying the face creams (that extra step is basically my winter skincare routine). If I get new pimples, I apply a gentle spot gel just on the pimples themselves overnight. I exfoliate with a gentle exfoliating cleanser only once a week, and make sure not to exfoliate too hard as for me it actually makes my dark marks/dry skin peeling worse. So face wash, a hydrating serum in winter and and the face creams. Sometimes I add extra sunscreen on top of the 30 SPF face creams if I'm going to be out and about a lot that day.
Great video! Love seeing more people integrate tretinoin into their routine. I use 0.025% but it made me dry and irritated when I first started using it. A tip from my dermatologist was to apply it only at night and as my last step. I would put a pea-sized amount on top of the CeraVe PM moisturizer and it really helped get my skin used to the product!
As someone else who deals with the same problems as you Monica, I’m happy to see you have a simple routine instead of having 40 steps 😓 my routine is short and simple as well! Glow Recipe Cleansing Balm Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Exfoliant Topicals Faded Serum for Dark Spots and Discoloration Dermatologist Cream (idk what the name is at the moment so I’d need to go check)
I got my skin better when I practiced 4 cleansing steps. I used the B.Lab balm cleanser, the garnier micellar water, b.lab matcha cleanser for dry areas and lastly, a drug store cleanser from a local brand for my oily areas. The point is, I live in southeast asia. We saved electricity so I have to sleep with a very warm environment with only a fan. That's why I dont wanna put anything that makes my skin feel heavy such as putting moisturizers and creams. I also use niacinamide serum for final touch. Sunscreen is also a must in mornings. I advise people to not really follow the trends but find your own products that is appropriate for your skin and for the environment you live in. Every skin is different.
I love short and realistic skin care routines! I only do 4/6 out of these. I might need tretinoin because I have really stubborn hyperpigmentation, too. Thank you for the recommendations.
Try toner of 3 part ACV, 1 part water between wash and moisturizer steps for your face. O and mildly moisturizing products (like LRoche Posay) for those steps, instead of harsh acne ones. It’s a little counterintuitive from what’s marketed, but it makes sense to restore your skins natural protective mechanisms (e.g. the moisture barrier). Made a world (WORLD) of difference for my skin…. Acne stopped with a week or two, and scars were gone within 2 months. I also did minimal makeup during that time to allow my skin to heal.
Gurl, I wish I had tanish, brown skin but my skin is peach ya'll with soft, long hair and brownish, tanish skin which is clear are beautiful 🫶❤️ and God made you beautifully
Hiii, I'm a huge fan and love your videos sm. I also struggle with hyper pigmentation and a homemade remedy that works for me is mixing aloe vera gel, rose water, lemon juice, honey and potato juice in a bowl and applying it to my face. Wait for it to dry and rinse it off. Repeat the process everyday till your pigmentation fades away. You can store the remainder in the fridge. Hope it works for you ❤❤
I try to do as little as possible cleansing wise to not upset the moisture barrier, and after that what helps the most are indeed retinoids to help with dark spots, and benzoyl peroxide to treat the acne. I find retinoids don't stop me from breaking out but they make the breakouts come to a head way quicker. What stops me from breaking out as much is benzoyl peroxide and not stripping the skin (by overusing cleansers, overdoing acids, or using scrubs). Then using as little makeup as possible, and avoiding heavy products.
I’m multiracial but light skinned and I get hyperpigmentation from every zit I get :,) do you have tips I struggle with really dry skin and apparently that causes acne since the skin barrier is broke :,)) so any tips?
what do you usually do when you have a breakout, or like 3? I tried out some new products that broke me out heavily and I got some of those nasty cystic pimples that feel like they're coming from the depths of your skin and ache. ok UPDATE! That naturium retinaldehyde moisturizer you recommended is AMAZING! I said it once and I'll say it again: I trust your recommendations wholeheartedly because I know they're gonna be fantastic
Omg there's this 15 day free trial my mom got I think it's called revinol cuz me my mother and my sister all have sun spots I hate them cuz its above my upper lip and on my cheeks! That worked beautiful for my mom her skin is clean clean like she never had any sun spots at all I need to find a hair growth treatment that actually works also any secrets anybody????
@@makeupbymonicaa omg thank you so much for replying, yes a little new to retinol. 2 months in only use it twice a week. I definitely need to try the cocokind serum 😊
I am seriously wondering... apparently you started wearing make up at 12 and you have had skin issues since 13... are you sure it's not the make up causing all the skin issues ?? I love make up but my skin is too sensitive to it and I can't wear anything buy compact mascara and gloss... maybe going off make up for a while would help you rule out make up as the cause ?? Not hating... just trying to help.❤❤❤
You use Entirely too Many Products on Your Acne Prone Sensitive Skin!!! Stick to ONE REGIMEN, ONE PRODUCT LINE that WORKS!!! Changing from Product to Product keeps your SKIN irritated….. See a Dermatologist ASAP!! And STOP with the Different Products every VLOG!! Your SCARRING Your Skin!, Beautiful Brown Girl ❣️💕
Hi friends all the products I use are here WITH affordable alternative cause I understand not everyone can buy a $500 skincare routine ❤: www.shopltk.com/explore/glowbymonica/productsets/11ee411c97997adcafc00242ac110004 (affiliate)
Can you put a link in the description? I’m very interested in the affordable version but the link isn’t working!❤
as a girl with pigmented skin , this really helped me , thankyou so much
I'm so glad!
How did it help u in 8 hours?
@@makeupbymonicaa
Your lips are always hydrated and has the prettiest pink tint to it!
Imagine her using lip tint or peel off tints😍😍😍
I struggled with really bad acne and hyperpigmentation as well. I was using retinol, alpha arbutin, vit-c, niacinamide you name it and I've probably tried it. My skin got clear-ish but I'd still break out a lot. Then came exam time...I had absolutely no time to focus on skincare. I neglected my skin almost entirely. The only thing I did was wash my face with a facewash maybe once or twice daily. And my skin IMPROVED DRAMATICALLY. My current skincare is literally just a gentle cleanser and sunscreen in the morning and a aloevera based night gel at night. And it's the clearest my skin has ever been. So sometimes doing less is exactly what your skin needs!
100%
Exact same thing happened to me. But with wrinkles not acne. I've tried everything, I must have spent £1500 in total over time.
Then I got ill and was hospitalised then lost capability to do anything for my skin. ITS THE BEST, CLEAREST and reduced wrinkles now. I've test this theory many times and same results everytime.
Does anyone know why this is?
Best Wishes xx
Do not forget to clean all your skincare bottles regularly. And buy separate face cloths that you only use for your face and wash more often. Made such a difference for my breakouts.
Also if you saw the first version I had to reupload cause there was a fat typo and I didn’t like the beginning of the video😢
Pay attention how ure skin and body reacts after certain foods or skin care products. It can be key. I realized that i need to use cream cleansers and certains foods trigger my skin as well. PSA for every1: PAY ATTENTION! Do not blindly use anything even retinol you may be better off w.o it even!
I don’t usually comment on TH-cam but as a brown girlie who has struggled with acne since I was 8, your channel has been an absolute blessing! You are super inspiring and have helped me be super confident with myself acne and all! Thank you for being so real on camera, it’s rare to find. 💕
Thank you so much for talking about a fragrance free option! Would love to have a video of the best fragrance free skin care and makeup options.
Yesss only 4 steps needed say it louder for the people in the back❤
As a desi woman who also had acne, hyperpigmentation and acne marks/scars throughout my teens, honestly the more complicated I made my skincare the worse my existing issues got. I think I was packing too many ingredients on. Simplifying my routine actually helped a lot; actually have eczema on parts of my face so that's partly why all the acne-targeting products I tried didn't help, because they just made parts of my face even drier and more sensitive. Now I just use a soap-free face wash and face cream: I put a lighter, thinner face cream on my oily T-zone and a thicker cream on my dry cheeks and jaw area (both with SPF 30) . Sometimes if my skin is extra dry I will also use a hydrating serum before applying the face creams (that extra step is basically my winter skincare routine). If I get new pimples, I apply a gentle spot gel just on the pimples themselves overnight. I exfoliate with a gentle exfoliating cleanser only once a week, and make sure not to exfoliate too hard as for me it actually makes my dark marks/dry skin peeling worse.
So face wash, a hydrating serum in winter and and the face creams. Sometimes I add extra sunscreen on top of the 30 SPF face creams if I'm going to be out and about a lot that day.
I could listen to you talk for hours about literally anything😭❤️
Binge watching your videos back to back- and adding comments for the algorithm~! 🌻👍 Keep up the great content!
Great video! Love seeing more people integrate tretinoin into their routine. I use 0.025% but it made me dry and irritated when I first started using it. A tip from my dermatologist was to apply it only at night and as my last step. I would put a pea-sized amount on top of the CeraVe PM moisturizer and it really helped get my skin used to the product!
Can you make a video saying your favorite brown girl friendly sunscreens and concealers?
U look so good without makeup !! Also eyeliners suit u soooo much ❤
Acne is such a pain to deal with. Right there with ya!
As someone else who deals with the same problems as you Monica, I’m happy to see you have a simple routine instead of having 40 steps 😓 my routine is short and simple as well!
Glow Recipe Cleansing Balm
Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser
Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Exfoliant
Topicals Faded Serum for Dark Spots and Discoloration
Dermatologist Cream (idk what the name is at the moment so I’d need to go check)
I got my skin better when I practiced 4 cleansing steps. I used the B.Lab balm cleanser, the garnier micellar water, b.lab matcha cleanser for dry areas and lastly, a drug store cleanser from a local brand for my oily areas. The point is, I live in southeast asia. We saved electricity so I have to sleep with a very warm environment with only a fan. That's why I dont wanna put anything that makes my skin feel heavy such as putting moisturizers and creams. I also use niacinamide serum for final touch. Sunscreen is also a must in mornings. I advise people to not really follow the trends but find your own products that is appropriate for your skin and for the environment you live in. Every skin is different.
I love short and realistic skin care routines! I only do 4/6 out of these. I might need tretinoin because I have really stubborn hyperpigmentation, too. Thank you for the recommendations.
Try toner of 3 part ACV, 1 part water between wash and moisturizer steps for your face. O and mildly moisturizing products (like LRoche Posay) for those steps, instead of harsh acne ones. It’s a little counterintuitive from what’s marketed, but it makes sense to restore your skins natural protective mechanisms (e.g. the moisture barrier). Made a world (WORLD) of difference for my skin…. Acne stopped with a week or two, and scars were gone within 2 months. I also did minimal makeup during that time to allow my skin to heal.
Gurl, I wish I had tanish, brown skin but my skin is peach ya'll with soft, long hair and brownish, tanish skin which is clear are beautiful 🫶❤️ and God made you beautifully
Hiii, I'm a huge fan and love your videos sm. I also struggle with hyper pigmentation and a homemade remedy that works for me is mixing aloe vera gel, rose water, lemon juice, honey and potato juice in a bowl and applying it to my face. Wait for it to dry and rinse it off. Repeat the process everyday till your pigmentation fades away. You can store the remainder in the fridge. Hope it works for you ❤❤
Pls don’t put lemon on your face 😭😭😭
The lemon is optional!
I try to do as little as possible cleansing wise to not upset the moisture barrier, and after that what helps the most are indeed retinoids to help with dark spots, and benzoyl peroxide to treat the acne. I find retinoids don't stop me from breaking out but they make the breakouts come to a head way quicker.
What stops me from breaking out as much is benzoyl peroxide and not stripping the skin (by overusing cleansers, overdoing acids, or using scrubs). Then using as little makeup as possible, and avoiding heavy products.
You do need a cleansing balm or oil if you are using sunscreen everyday.. it helps remove is way better then using a regular cleanser
The ceo Sunday Riley vitamin C serum works magic on hyperpigmentation spots.
Have you tried a bar of Unscented organic goat milk soap? I bought one from my local farmers market for $6 and It works wonders for my skin.
Paula's Choice is a great skincare brand. I've been using it for the past 3 years. My texturized skin is gone.
I looooove your Milk Makeup tshirt! Where’d u get it if you don’t mind me asking??? I love!
you are more amazing than you realize
Girl I don't know what it is but you look so beautiful in this video❤❤
I think I'm going to try out that cocokind serum for my hyperpigmentation. Thanks for the tips and recommendations.
If you’ve tried it have you seen any results?
My night routine: wash face with dove soap thn sit under the fan to dry my face , after drying apply niacinamide serum... Thn go to bed and sleep 😴
I’m multiracial but light skinned and I get hyperpigmentation from every zit I get :,) do you have tips I struggle with really dry skin and apparently that causes acne since the skin barrier is broke :,)) so any tips?
Have you tried Major Fade by Dr. Idris?
Thanks fr. I’m also a brown girly struggling with acne, and I’ve been so scared to do accutane. I’ll def give this a shot before 💜
You are beautiful
You should try heimish cleansing balm 🤌
My college doesn't allow heavy makeup. Can you please suggest a makeup routine?
what do you usually do when you have a breakout, or like 3? I tried out some new products that broke me out heavily and I got some of those nasty cystic pimples that feel like they're coming from the depths of your skin and ache.
ok UPDATE! That naturium retinaldehyde moisturizer you recommended is AMAZING! I said it once and I'll say it again: I trust your recommendations wholeheartedly because I know they're gonna be fantastic
Omg there's this 15 day free trial my mom got I think it's called revinol cuz me my mother and my sister all have sun spots I hate them cuz its above my upper lip and on my cheeks! That worked beautiful for my mom her skin is clean clean like she never had any sun spots at all I need to find a hair growth treatment that actually works also any secrets anybody????
“Since I was 13”. Girl I wish I was that lucky! I got acne when I was about 3-5
Can you post a morning routine? Thank you love you
Girl I’m 31 and had acne and hyperpigmentation since I was 13 too. I hate it
Try to not wear make up for a while. Just wash and moisturize. Give your face & skin time to breathe.
What’s crazy for me is I’ve had nice smooth skin until I started wearing makeup… 😅
Where did you find the old version of Laneige Cream Skin? 😢
Try tretinoin plus hydroquinone. But keep in mind that you can't use it for more than 3mos. Straight
Benzoyl peroxide gel
what is the name of the moisturiser??
I got diagnosed with PCOS and learned external creams have no effect on me😢 but internal hormonal imbalance cause the acne and scars.
dang i need me some of that 0.1% tretinoin. my insurance covers a hefty amount of the price but it’s still expensive
Is this an every night routine? Thanks
For me it is yes BUT if you’re new to retinol only use it 2-3 times a week and then Build your way to everyday
@@makeupbymonicaa omg thank you so much for replying, yes a little new to retinol. 2 months in only use it twice a week. I definitely need to try the cocokind serum 😊
Hold on nah! You said 4 steps 😂❤
I am seriously wondering... apparently you started wearing make up at 12 and you have had skin issues since 13... are you sure it's not the make up causing all the skin issues ?? I love make up but my skin is too sensitive to it and I can't wear anything buy compact mascara and gloss... maybe going off make up for a while would help you rule out make up as the cause ?? Not hating... just trying to help.❤❤❤
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doesn’t Chlorophyll make the skin more sensitive to sun?
The only real decision about struggling with acne you should know is that you should find a good dermatologist.
Im white, but i have olive skin, and i tried to IPL my upper lip, and now I have a dark mustache 😭
How did you lighten your lips?
Guys you have to count how many times she says brown girl
I have been struggling with acne scene i was 9😢
Use ice
Her: apply a pea-sized amount
Also her: applies it like sunscreen
You use Entirely too Many Products on Your Acne Prone Sensitive Skin!!!
Stick to ONE REGIMEN, ONE PRODUCT LINE that WORKS!!! Changing from Product to Product keeps your SKIN irritated….. See a Dermatologist ASAP!! And STOP with the Different Products every VLOG!!
Your SCARRING Your Skin!, Beautiful Brown Girl ❣️💕
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I don't know what my life would be if laneige cream skin discontinued...
Girlll my hyper pigmentation makes me look like a zombie but I can't do skincare cause my mom disent allow it
I had it since i was 6
Can we pls get more bgf skincare vids?💖
your eyes are beautiful 🤎