This to me is kind of the same as when "slugging" became a trend: promoted on TikTok as something new when really it's something people have been doing for years without the trendy label. Maybe not specifically like this trend, but rotating between retinoids and exfoliants throughout the week with a day or two of "recovery" sprinkled in was already a normal approach to a routine before it was given the name.
I passionately dislike that name slugging. Lol There is nothing new under the sun but don’t tell these kids that. These Influencers are being influenced by companies enticing them with making deals 😈with them.
i started skin cycling before it had a name. i was overloaded with skincare, and learned what i could and couldn’t use together, so i adjust my skincare to what i feel my skin needs/can tolerate well. i use differin, but it causes a lot of dryness for me (even on my neck, where i never apply it!), so i use other things on other nights. of course they are marketing a name now lol.
Yes me too! I was so confused by the new trend because i was thinking.. its this how most routines are anyways? I guess there are some people who use irritating products everyday without stopping.. maybe they believe the irritation means the product is working so they dont want to take a break
I did the same thing when I started adapalene. I’ve gotten very used to adapalene and have found moisturizing products that work for me so now I use adapalene 6 nights a weeks and then I exfoliate on the one night that I don’t
Yes, me too! Now, when I’m dealing with a nasty hyperpigmentation on my upper lip after laser hair removal, it makes even more sense. I do use a hydroquinone serum topically, but I try not to mix it with Tretinoin, just not to overwhelm my skin.
You are looking especially lovely today! I think skin cycling is a no brainer, do what feels better for your skin, we each should know what works for us.
Because I have some rosácea, sensitive skin many exfoliant,etc irritates my skin. So I don’t follow a trend. I do what ever is best for my skin. I agree with Dr Dray the expert.
So glad to hear you speak on this. I do love skin cycling. I did it for a month with no irritation then upped my retinol to two nights in a row and I’ll continue to build up until I’m using every day.
What I find interesting is when you talked about the potential issues or not experiencing benefits, a lot of other dermatologists echoed your thoughts right after
This was such a great perspective on skin cycling. I saw Whitney Bowe's videos and started skin cycling, but realized I was getting better results using my tretinoin every other day instead of every third or fourth day. This confirms that I should go with my gut and with my own personal results. Thank you!
Just pay attention and listen to your skin. Tretinoin daily is good for me, sometimes my skin gives me signs, so I stop and go with more gentle actives along with soothing ingredients.
My weekly night routine for 2 years now: Mon/Tue - Tretinoin Wed - BHA/PHA exfoliant Thu/Fri -Tretinoin Sat - BHA/PHA exfoliant Sun - Rest (moisturizer only) I’m super oily and acne prone so chemical exfoliation helps unclog my pores.
You're so wise and detailed in the way you explained things. I didn't know I was already doing skin cycling, I think most people do anyway! But now someone gave it a name and made it a 'trend'. 😐
I agree with your thoughts. I’ve built up my tolerance so I can use tretinoin every night and I always use “repairing” products like a moisturizer alongside it. I’ve pretty much eliminated exfoliation because I just don’t see the point of it anymore. My skin looks great these days.
So happy to hear your thoughts on this. I always though tretinoin only once or twice a week didn’t make sense if you can tolerate it. I use it every night along with azelaic acid and my skin has seen dramatic results
Learning your skin & symptoms of irritation is so important. Then it is easy to give your skin what it needs. I adjust my routine based on how my skin feels. I will skip a night of tretinoin if my skin feels too dry or irritated. Use 2-4 layers of toner, based on dehydration. Sometimes I will do a whole routine of calming and repair, especially if I have been outside in the Maine winter weather. Many blessings💖💖💖
IMO Skin cycling is good but it’s not for everyone. I find it works well on my sensitive combination skin because it can’t tolerate harsh actives everyday. Plus I have no wrinkles or acne so my retinol working gently over the long term is ideal for me. In short, skin cycling works best for sensitive and/or combo skin that isn’t in need of immediate intervention and just needs to stay balanced.
Very good advice, I also think the Age of individuals is also important. I'm 77 with a lot of sun damaged skin, but sensitive skin. So I'm using a little retinol everynight, but I leave out areas where sensitivity appears. As you say, everyone is different & you have to be careful.
Hi Uncle Charlie! It's going to be in the 30's here tonight and we have our first frost warning. Had to turn my heat on for the first time. Happy Tuesday!! Peace and blessings to you. 🙏🕊💗
I was waiting for your video on this and didn't disappoint:) I am not sold on this trend personally, I prefer a solid routine and just stick with it on a daily basis. I want my tretinoin every night and antioxidants every morning and top them up with hydrating and calming Ingredients. I find it easier :) btw love the denim jacket and that shade of lipstick suits you.
i agree this seems like a lot of marketing. my routine is simple for once and it’s doing wonders, double cleanse, differin and a tonne of heavy duty moisturisers at night and every second morning use hyaluronic acid. spf 50 every day. i feel like skin cycling encourages using maybe a lot more products than you need
I knew you’ve have really interesting thoughts about this! Great video. I wonder if you might consider an updated video on caring for skin wounds? On Sunday I fell and badly skinned both palms and one knee, and I’ve been covering them with large non-stick pads and CeraVe Healing Ointment even before I saw your video from 5yrs ago. That video is so great; I laughed so much. I’m sure the advise is the same, but maybe you’d consider an updated video that also touches on larger abrasions and the full healing period. For instance, I wonder if at some point I could transition to those second skin pads for burns? Also what about letting skin around the wound breathe? Necessary? My wounds are fairly large - about 2in squared - but I’m mid-30s with no health issues so I think I can heal them without a doctor it’s long as I can keep them from getting infected.
I always go back to dr dray’s videos to listen to her advice and how she emphasised the basic ones 💕Because some of the tiktok videos way too complicated 😅
I have been doing this for years, only now it has a name🙄 but i do it little differently.. monday retinol, tuesday azelaic acid, Wednesday retinol, Thursday azelaic acid plus aha, Friday break and just moisturizer , saturday retinol, sunday either azelaic acid or just moisturizer depending on my mood. And i use heavy moisturizer everyday anyways with everything
I do this skin cycling for 20 years now… But in a different way: 1 night retinoids,2 night calming, moisturising,nourishing ,3 night exfoliants , 4 night calming, moisturising, nourishing… and so on. Remember that most actives literally destroy your skin barrier ( biom, hydrolpidic barrier) -that’s just is. If you using actives carrying for your biom, moisture, lipids in your skin is a must…
The best part of the day is watching dr dray. I stopped going on TikTok because there is too much nonsense on there especially about skincare and all of the false claims people make and fear mongering.
I saw this on TikTok and thought duh…a routine based on my skin needs with a dash of Dr Dray’s recommendations is fine thanks. A SA cleanser and the occasional lactic acid serum is my exfoliation. Obviously not in tret nights ☺️
I don’t cycle, I have a perfect skin regimen that works for me and I do it day and night. I don’t play at this, I’m vigilant in taking care of my skin, I’m not young and I’m deadly serious and consistent with my skincare.
This is what I do naturally. It just makes sense. You can't use all the products everyday such as an AHA peel. I just started the chemical exfoliation and it has made a huge difference in clarity and brightness in a short time. I'm just starting a retinoid. Taking the slow approach hasn't caused me any irritation on my combo skin. I cycle more like this video recommends. I did start a chemical glycolic and AHA peel along with 2x/wk drugstore retinol, which has been working great for me. My skin isn't super sensitive though. I have fine lines and sebaceous hyperplasia. I can't afford to see a professional, so it's trial and error and this channel has helped alot.
I used to be obsessed with facial skin care. Now I'm 64 and wash my face with tap water and micellar water. Have for 2 years. I'm not seeing a huge difference. A little more dryness, but that's all. Not wearing makeup except occasional eye liner and eye shadow. So much easier to go natural.
I get huge benefit from using both azelaic acid and tretinoin, but the combination is so irritating for me so I tried to cycle, but I'm not sure if this isn't a mistake and I should just use the tretinoin nightly. Is there even a point to using azelaic acid twice a week?
When it comes to TikTok and skincare…..I personally feel like it’s only good for discovering new products or hyping up products that are already on the market, but not as highly talked about. When it comes to trying new techniques to apply skincare….some of the techniques that I’ve seen on TikTok have honestly just been so useless, dumb, and a bit risky to the skin and a lot of the TikTok creators that I’ve seen come up with these trends….end up with messed up skin, or they know that some of these skincare trends aren’t that good but purposely do it for views, and then trick other people into trying out those trends.
Hi Dr. Dray, Thanks for keeping current with TIC TOK, fads, new procedures, the whole gambit and sharing them with us On a side note, you are the bomb today! Looking strong, healthy, and beautiful. Keep it up! 💐
Thank you again for so much useful information. My skin breakes out the next day after using Caudalie peeling mask (glycolic acid) and it never accured to me that maybe I don't even have to use it at all. I use retinal and a mosturizer every night so my skin is pretty smooth as it is. As a woman in mid40s I was sure that an exfoliant is a must have for an "anti-aging" skin care rutine. I guess older doesn't always equals smarter 😁
I feel like "exfoliating" is somewhat akin to "detoxing" -- it's overhyped; people are misinformed about it; and your body already does it, but, yeah, one can change things up to help your organ(s) along.
I sort of cycle products mostly at night because retinol products don't always mix well with other products. I found the exfoliation portion interesting! Good video!! Thanks!
I'm lucky to have been born with 'good' skin so my focus is on anti-aging but I've accumulated too many products that I like and it is getting very pricey each month so my plan is: - morning 1 and 2: salicylic acid cleanser, antioxidant serums, SPF, moisturiser - night 1: cetaphil gentle cleanser, copper peptides, other multi-peptide serums, tretinoin + my moisturiser - night 2: cetaphil gentle cleanser, AHA serum, glycolic cream + my moisturiser
Yes its is! I agree with you Dr Dray. I wont stop using Retinoids every night with this skin cycling. I do skin cycling in a different way but i stick with my retinoids at night and antioxidant in the morning i just adjust the other serum that i layer/combine them with . Instead of combining other actives like tranexamic acid, kojic acid, azelaic etc with my morning and night routine i do change it with hydrating serums 3 to 4x in a week. 😍
Dr dray just low key and very kindly called out Whitney Bowes because she’s doing this skin cycling thing while selling products in office. Somehow I knew that’s how this video would go
yes! i agree. i completely looked forward to listening to Dr. Bowe’s tips, however I was disappointed to see her approach is rather “TV outlet” type. she also coincidentally just launched her new skincare line! -_-
Thank you Dr. Dray! You are the bomb! My skin is way better with your teachings. Could you do a video regarding the ingredient urea? The eucerin hand cream with urea is my fav, I love the texture. Can I apply to my face? I am nervous as I don’t want to mess my skin up after all the improvements. I think I love urea though, so silky!😊
Skincare overloaded hahaha 😆. Because these people can't stop buying products to another product! Really.. They need to calm down and don't be greedy with beauty.
Hi Dr. Dray, thank you for the videos, as per usual! Could you talk more about the impact of Epsom salt on skin and hair? For those that take Epsom salt baths as a recommendation from their PCPs to deal with chronic joint pain (I don't know how it works or if it works), can Epsom salt water damage the hair? In my case, usually submerge completely.
Of course it can damage the hair. It will fry it out and make it very dry. Instead use 1 pound baking Soda and one pound of Sea Salt in your bath. Mimics ocean water ( great negative ions)
I started skin-cycling without even realising it had a name. 3 night routine, nights 1 and 2 adapalene, night 3 la Roche posay effaclar duo, and it seems to be the best for my skin ❤️ of course always using moisturing and protective products but this is the joys of acne and eczema
I live in NE and I back off my retinol starting now until March because my skin gets dry. But I’ve been using it for years and it seems I still get the benefits. And I use heavier moisturizers too. I guess that’s skin cycling! The internet is ridic sometimes!
I have tried skin cycling and it did not work for me. I tried to use my differin less, and I noticed that my face was peeling badly. Once I went back to using it nightly, my skin went back to normal.
I have been using tretinoin for 3 and a half years , I use it every night and the only thing I switch up is my morning routine . Some days I’ll use a barrier cream , others I’ll use alpha Arbutin. Tretinoin works the best for me when used nightly .
I've been doing "skin cycling" before it was called "skin cycling". I call it "giving my skin a rest" and it works for me. Sometimes I'll even go a whole week with no actives. My skin loves it.
Greetings Dr Dray hope u r well n 🖐Hello Every1 n Happy Tuesday😀n what a Wonderful Vid…. thanks n This is Gonna b so Helpful n OMG I love your Jean Jacket🔥👍n Continued Blessings to All💜….
I'm truly lucky that my skin isn't sensitive. The only thing my face really hasn't tolerated is adapalene (yes I introduced it properly, but I purged and got myself a nice new batch of scars). I use a very mild retinoid now and I can use it every single day with no issues, even right after an AHA cleanser. I also use 1% SA every day, mixed with L-ascorbic acid. I even use 10% niacinamide in oily zones during the summer. Zero irritation.
I started skin cycling after coming across Whitney’s video and it destroyed my skin. It was the worst my skin ever looked because I was purging and repurging. I t created hyperpigmentation that I’m still trying to fade.
You look so beautiful ✨️ For Skin Cycling there are weeks I focus more on hydrating than exfoliating and use chemical exfoliants when I feel my skin needs it. My skin gets irritated easily so I have to be careful.
Good Morning Andrea 🧡I think the biggest issue is that to many people are using to many actives before their skin is ready for them. They think if they start a Tretinoin for example thinking it will be a miracle and they over do it. I think you stick to a regimen and you skip the actives in the beginning. I have always taught my clients this and it works every time. Stop the foundation and concealer, be consistent with excellent skin care, use zinc oxide sunscreen and wear a wide brimmed hat. 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
yeah! I've just recently started tretinoin and my routine is Morning: moisturiser then sunscreen Night:Cleanse, moisturise, Tretinoin, moisturise I use it twice a week still getting irritation:((
Happy Tuesday Dr Dray and everyone . Thanks for this I don't do TIK TOK but I do actually do this . I am 59 with sensitive oily acne prone skin . I actually use the Peach lily good acid toner a few mornings a week and use adapalene a few nights a week but don't like to do them the same days . Have a great day love to mom and Tybee xoxoxoxo
I don't do Tik Tok either but have been doing this whenever I introduce a new product to my sensitive skin thanks to Dr Dray. Happy Tuesday, Mary Ann! Hope you had a great day! 💕
I have newer and older acne scars, milia, and acne prone skin and for years I've tried everything you can think of and skin cycling has helped me tremendously. I do an exfoliation night, 2 retinol nights, and 2 recovery nights. Day time: I'm using an antibacterial soap to cleanse, toning, applying niacinamide, vitamin C, and SPF. Nighttime I'm cleansing, toning, exfoliation cream/tretinoin/or moisturizer depending on what night it is. I notice when it's my recovery nights my scarring looks so much better the next day. I apply cerave healing treatment on top of my moisturizer. Now I'm just at a bump in the road because my texture is not getting better. (Black heads, milia)
I've done that for the last 3 years without knowing about a trend. It works perfectly well for me and because of my disposal to acne, I cycle retinol, salysilic acid and my ceramides(hydration). I always advice my friends to do the same as it works. Besides that vit. C works up to 48 hours inside the skin, so it can be cycled with niacinamide and/or vit. D on serum
I do a version of skin cycling. My skin can’t handle using any product two days in a row. I have to alternate even moisturizers to keep my skin from reacting. Actives like Vitamin C and A preparations cycle even farther apart because my skin is so sensitive. And I’ve been doing this for decades.
Not on Tik Tok so I had never heard of this. Interesting concept and it actually makes sense. Especially if you have sensitive skin. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts on this trend. Thanks, Dr Dray! Thanks to you, I've been doing this whenever incorporating a new product into my sensitive skin care routine. Happy Tuesday! Hope you have a beautiful evening. 💜
This to me is kind of the same as when "slugging" became a trend: promoted on TikTok as something new when really it's something people have been doing for years without the trendy label. Maybe not specifically like this trend, but rotating between retinoids and exfoliants throughout the week with a day or two of "recovery" sprinkled in was already a normal approach to a routine before it was given the name.
Exactly! This is something most of us already do but these influencers give it an unnecessary name to sound like they started it.
Absolutely right. Reinventing the wheel is all tik tok beauty does....
My great grandmother did slugging and she was born in 1908! A cleanser, a moisturizer and “slugging” was her entire routine.
I passionately dislike that name slugging. Lol There is nothing new under the sun but don’t tell these kids that. These Influencers are being influenced by companies enticing them with making deals 😈with them.
i started skin cycling before it had a name. i was overloaded with skincare, and learned what i could and couldn’t use together, so i adjust my skincare to what i feel my skin needs/can tolerate well. i use differin, but it causes a lot of dryness for me (even on my neck, where i never apply it!), so i use other things on other nights. of course they are marketing a name now lol.
Same, I didn't realize using products as you need them was a special idea lol. Do people really buy 20 products and use them all every day?
Yes me too! I was so confused by the new trend because i was thinking.. its this how most routines are anyways? I guess there are some people who use irritating products everyday without stopping.. maybe they believe the irritation means the product is working so they dont want to take a break
I did the same thing when I started adapalene. I’ve gotten very used to adapalene and have found moisturizing products that work for me so now I use adapalene 6 nights a weeks and then I exfoliate on the one night that I don’t
Same!
Yes, me too! Now, when I’m dealing with a nasty hyperpigmentation on my upper lip after laser hair removal, it makes even more sense. I do use a hydroquinone serum topically, but I try not to mix it with Tretinoin, just not to overwhelm my skin.
Loving the look!
I've been waiting for your opinion on this. The concept doesn't seem super groundbreaking, only now it has a name.
thanks!
You are looking especially lovely today!
I think skin cycling is a no brainer, do what feels better for your skin, we each should know what works for us.
Yes! Thank you!
Ooooh digging the look! Eyeshadow , hoops, and jean jacket giving LIFE! Happy Tuesday!
Because I have some rosácea, sensitive skin many exfoliant,etc irritates my skin. So I don’t follow a trend. I do what ever is best for my skin. I agree with Dr Dray the expert.
So glad to hear you speak on this. I do love skin cycling. I did it for a month with no irritation then upped my retinol to two nights in a row and I’ll continue to build up until I’m using every day.
What I find interesting is when you talked about the potential issues or not experiencing benefits, a lot of other dermatologists echoed your thoughts right after
This was such a great perspective on skin cycling. I saw Whitney Bowe's videos and started skin cycling, but realized I was getting better results using my tretinoin every other day instead of every third or fourth day. This confirms that I should go with my gut and with my own personal results. Thank you!
Just pay attention and listen to your skin. Tretinoin daily is good for me, sometimes my skin gives me signs, so I stop and go with more gentle actives along with soothing ingredients.
My weekly night routine for 2 years now:
Mon/Tue - Tretinoin
Wed - BHA/PHA exfoliant
Thu/Fri -Tretinoin
Sat - BHA/PHA exfoliant
Sun - Rest (moisturizer only)
I’m super oily and acne prone so chemical exfoliation helps unclog my pores.
I was so curious what you thought about skin cycling. Keeping it simple has been the best solution for me and I learned that from you😉
I personally pay no attention to tic Tok on skin care stuff among other things too
that is a good approach
Your very smart. No one should be using Tik Tok and feeding the beast. The end game is terrible.
You're so wise and detailed in the way you explained things. I didn't know I was already doing skin cycling, I think most people do anyway! But now someone gave it a name and made it a 'trend'. 😐
I agree with your thoughts. I’ve built up my tolerance so I can use tretinoin every night and I always use “repairing” products like a moisturizer alongside it. I’ve pretty much eliminated exfoliation because I just don’t see the point of it anymore. My skin looks great these days.
You are totally giving me nineties vibes with that lipstick, Jean jacket and earrings! Looking lovely! Love your videos!
You are looking gorgeous!!!
So happy to hear your thoughts on this. I always though tretinoin only once or twice a week didn’t make sense if you can tolerate it. I use it every night along with azelaic acid and my skin has seen dramatic results
I followed your instructions and had no problems with tolerating tretinoin 0,05%. You give the best instructions.
Learning your skin & symptoms of irritation is so important. Then it is easy to give your skin what it needs. I adjust my routine based on how my skin feels. I will skip a night of tretinoin if my skin feels too dry or irritated. Use 2-4 layers of toner, based on dehydration. Sometimes I will do a whole routine of calming and repair, especially if I have been outside in the Maine winter weather. Many blessings💖💖💖
IMO Skin cycling is good but it’s not for everyone. I find it works well on my sensitive combination skin because it can’t tolerate harsh actives everyday. Plus I have no wrinkles or acne so my retinol working gently over the long term is ideal for me. In short, skin cycling works best for sensitive and/or combo skin that isn’t in need of immediate intervention and just needs to stay balanced.
Very good advice, I also think the Age of individuals is also important. I'm 77 with a lot of
sun damaged skin, but sensitive skin. So I'm using a little retinol everynight, but I leave out areas
where sensitivity appears. As you say, everyone is different & you have to be careful.
Awesome outfit and earring combo! 💙💙 thanks for the video! Have a great Tuesday
Thank you! You too!
Couldn’t be a better day to post a video sporting that awesome jean jacket!🍁 The weather here ideal for it!
Hi Uncle Charlie! It's going to be in the 30's here tonight and we have our first frost warning. Had to turn my heat on for the first time. Happy Tuesday!! Peace and blessings to you. 🙏🕊💗
@@marylawman8603 I’m loving 30’s tomorrow! Have a nice evening God bless you! Thanks! 🤠🍁👍🏻
I was waiting for your video on this and didn't disappoint:) I am not sold on this trend personally, I prefer a solid routine and just stick with it on a daily basis. I want my tretinoin every night and antioxidants every morning and top them up with hydrating and calming Ingredients. I find it easier :) btw love the denim jacket and that shade of lipstick suits you.
I love love this outfit and look on you!! It fits you so well. Makes you look quite youthful as well
i agree this seems like a lot of marketing. my routine is simple for once and it’s doing wonders, double cleanse, differin and a tonne of heavy duty moisturisers at night and every second morning use hyaluronic acid. spf 50 every day. i feel like skin cycling encourages using maybe a lot more products than you need
Thank you @drdray for calming all the noise that tiktok can bring to the skincare world 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I just wanted to comment that you are becoming more beautiful than ever✨
I knew you’ve have really interesting thoughts about this! Great video. I wonder if you might consider an updated video on caring for skin wounds? On Sunday I fell and badly skinned both palms and one knee, and I’ve been covering them with large non-stick pads and CeraVe Healing Ointment even before I saw your video from 5yrs ago. That video is so great; I laughed so much. I’m sure the advise is the same, but maybe you’d consider an updated video that also touches on larger abrasions and the full healing period. For instance, I wonder if at some point I could transition to those second skin pads for burns? Also what about letting skin around the wound breathe? Necessary? My wounds are fairly large - about 2in squared - but I’m mid-30s with no health issues so I think I can heal them without a doctor it’s long as I can keep them from getting infected.
Thanks for giving your take on this Dr. Dray!
You look beautiful! Love the lipstick color and the jean jacket^^
I always go back to dr dray’s videos to listen to her advice and how she emphasised the basic ones 💕Because some of the tiktok videos way too complicated 😅
I have been doing this for years, only now it has a name🙄 but i do it little differently.. monday retinol, tuesday azelaic acid, Wednesday retinol, Thursday azelaic acid plus aha, Friday break and just moisturizer , saturday retinol, sunday either azelaic acid or just moisturizer depending on my mood. And i use heavy moisturizer everyday anyways with everything
Thank you for existing Dr Dray. Sending love from India. ❤❤
Same to you!
@Mehendi true that! ❤
@@Suha_Chakravorty ❤❤
I do this skin cycling for 20 years now… But in a different way: 1 night retinoids,2 night calming, moisturising,nourishing ,3 night exfoliants , 4 night calming, moisturising, nourishing… and so on. Remember that most actives literally destroy your skin barrier ( biom, hydrolpidic barrier) -that’s just is. If you using actives carrying for your biom, moisture, lipids in your skin is a must…
What do you use to moisturize? :)
@@micaylavargas8075 NIOD mmhc2, isntree hyaluronic acid water essence, beauty of joseon dynasty cream, Pyunkang yul calming moisture barrier cream…
The best part of the day is watching dr dray. I stopped going on TikTok because there is too much nonsense on there especially about skincare and all of the false claims people make and fear mongering.
I saw this on TikTok and thought duh…a routine based on my skin needs with a dash of Dr Dray’s recommendations is fine thanks. A SA cleanser and the occasional lactic acid serum is my exfoliation. Obviously not in tret nights ☺️
I don’t cycle, I have a perfect skin regimen that works for me and I do it day and night. I don’t play at this, I’m vigilant in taking care of my skin, I’m not young and I’m deadly serious and consistent with my skincare.
This is what I do naturally. It just makes sense. You can't use all the products everyday such as an AHA peel. I just started the chemical exfoliation and it has made a huge difference in clarity and brightness in a short time. I'm just starting a retinoid. Taking the slow approach hasn't caused me any irritation on my combo skin. I cycle more like this video recommends. I did start a chemical glycolic and AHA peel along with 2x/wk drugstore retinol, which has been working great for me. My skin isn't super sensitive though. I have fine lines and sebaceous hyperplasia. I can't afford to see a professional, so it's trial and error and this channel has helped alot.
My sustainable skincare routine consists of
sunday - 5% glycolic acid, ceramide moisturizer
monday/tuesday/wednesday - 0.5% retinol, ceramide moisturizer
thursday - 5% glycolic acid, ceramide moisturizer
friday/saturday - 0.5% retinol, ceramide moisturizer
+ tinted spf ALWAYS
I used to be obsessed with facial skin care. Now I'm 64 and wash my face with tap water and micellar water. Have for 2 years. I'm not seeing a huge difference. A little more dryness, but that's all. Not wearing makeup except occasional eye liner and eye shadow. So much easier to go natural.
I get huge benefit from using both azelaic acid and tretinoin, but the combination is so irritating for me so I tried to cycle, but I'm not sure if this isn't a mistake and I should just use the tretinoin nightly. Is there even a point to using azelaic acid twice a week?
When it comes to TikTok and skincare…..I personally feel like it’s only good for discovering new products or hyping up products that are already on the market, but not as highly talked about. When it comes to trying new techniques to apply skincare….some of the techniques that I’ve seen on TikTok have honestly just been so useless, dumb, and a bit risky to the skin and a lot of the TikTok creators that I’ve seen come up with these trends….end up with messed up skin, or they know that some of these skincare trends aren’t that good but purposely do it for views, and then trick other people into trying out those trends.
You look so beautiful! The denim jacket, hoop earrings, fall lip look is great! Thank you for your videos. We are so lucky to have you. 💗
I don’t watch TicTok, just TH-cam! You’re the one I listen to! I appreciate your honesty! TFS! 🥰
thanks for watching!
Yes, I am a "big picture" person and don't feel the need for TicTok either. There's enough fun, entertaining and informative content on TH-cam.
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Hi Dr. Dray, Thanks for keeping current with TIC TOK, fads, new procedures, the whole gambit and sharing them with us
On a side note, you are the bomb today! Looking strong, healthy, and beautiful. Keep it up! 💐
Thank you again for so much useful information. My skin breakes out the next day after using Caudalie peeling mask (glycolic acid) and it never accured to me that maybe I don't even have to use it at all. I use retinal and a mosturizer every night so my skin is pretty smooth as it is. As a woman in mid40s I was sure that an exfoliant is a must have for an "anti-aging" skin care rutine. I guess older doesn't always equals smarter 😁
When I even see that it is TikTok...I kind of know lol. But there is nothing like the Dr. Dray take on things! 💜💜💜
thanks for watching!
I feel like "exfoliating" is somewhat akin to "detoxing" -- it's overhyped; people are misinformed about it; and your body already does it, but, yeah, one can change things up to help your organ(s) along.
Hi Dr Dray🌻Happy Tuesday! Love the outfit. Thanks for the vid💕
I sort of cycle products mostly at night because retinol products don't always mix well with other products. I found the exfoliation portion interesting! Good video!! Thanks!
I'm lucky to have been born with 'good' skin so my focus is on anti-aging but I've accumulated too many products that I like and it is getting very pricey each month so my plan is:
- morning 1 and 2: salicylic acid cleanser, antioxidant serums, SPF, moisturiser
- night 1: cetaphil gentle cleanser, copper peptides, other multi-peptide serums, tretinoin + my moisturiser
- night 2: cetaphil gentle cleanser, AHA serum, glycolic cream + my moisturiser
You do have good skin
You look beautiful Dr
You would be a GREAT professor! Professor Dray!
Yes its is! I agree with you Dr Dray. I wont stop using Retinoids every night with this skin cycling. I do skin cycling in a different way but i stick with my retinoids at night and antioxidant in the morning i just adjust the other serum that i layer/combine them with .
Instead of combining other actives like tranexamic acid, kojic acid, azelaic etc with my morning and night routine i do change it with hydrating serums 3 to 4x in a week. 😍
Great honest insight even beyond skin care
Dr dray just low key and very kindly called out Whitney Bowes because she’s doing this skin cycling thing while selling products in office. Somehow I knew that’s how this video would go
yes! i agree. i completely looked forward to listening to Dr. Bowe’s tips, however I was disappointed to see her approach is rather “TV outlet” type. she also coincidentally just launched her new skincare line! -_-
I got all these "derm of the stars" kinds of vibes
happy Tuesday everyone enjoy it xo
happy tuesday
Enjoy !
Thank you Dr. Dray! You are the bomb! My skin is way better with your teachings. Could you do a video regarding the ingredient urea? The eucerin hand cream with urea is my fav, I love the texture. Can I apply to my face? I am nervous as I don’t want to mess my skin up after all the improvements. I think I love urea though, so silky!😊
Happy Tuesday, Dr. Dray 🤍☀️😊🌸
You too!
Happy Tuesday my friend xoxoxo
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Greetings Maricel Gundayao hope u r well n Happy Tuesday😀👍💜….
@@maricelg777 enjoy your day xo
On tik tok? Proceed with caution lol! Thanks for your insight Dr. Dray! And loving the 90s look with the Jean jacket and hoops!!
The way you did your makeup is so flattering! Thanks for this informative video.
Thanks for your take on this! Love the new look, I think dangly earrings and red lippie suits you Dr. 😘
Skincare overloaded hahaha 😆. Because these people can't stop buying products to another product! Really.. They need to calm down and don't be greedy with beauty.
I have been looking up exfoliation and retinols and ran into this trend. I am gonna try it, tho not word for word. Wish me luck ;-;
Love the lipstick!
Hi Dr. Dray, thank you for the videos, as per usual! Could you talk more about the impact of Epsom salt on skin and hair? For those that take Epsom salt baths as a recommendation from their PCPs to deal with chronic joint pain (I don't know how it works or if it works), can Epsom salt water damage the hair? In my case, usually submerge completely.
Magnesium flakes might be better.
Of course it can damage the hair. It will fry it out and make it very dry. Instead use 1 pound baking Soda and one pound of Sea Salt in your bath. Mimics ocean water ( great negative ions)
@@mermer58 wayyyyyy better
I started skin-cycling without even realising it had a name. 3 night routine, nights 1 and 2 adapalene, night 3 la Roche posay effaclar duo, and it seems to be the best for my skin ❤️ of course always using moisturing and protective products but this is the joys of acne and eczema
You look so pretty with lipstick! Thank you for all the info!
I live in NE and I back off my retinol starting now until March because my skin gets dry. But I’ve been using it for years and it seems I still get the benefits. And I use heavier moisturizers too. I guess that’s skin cycling! The internet is ridic sometimes!
The only thing that was missing in this video is a mic drop at the end
I have tried skin cycling and it did not work for me. I tried to use my differin less, and I noticed that my face was peeling badly. Once I went back to using it nightly, my skin went back to normal.
We love you Dr Dray!!!! ❤
Loving the jeans jacket. It reminds me I need to go look got one. I used to have one....really miss not having one !
I have been using tretinoin for 3 and a half years , I use it every night and the only thing I switch up is my morning routine . Some days I’ll use a barrier cream , others I’ll use alpha Arbutin. Tretinoin works the best for me when used nightly .
I only use retinol at night . My skin is too sensitive to use it in daytime. Using it at night works great for me
I've been doing "skin cycling" before it was called "skin cycling". I call it "giving my skin a rest" and it works for me. Sometimes I'll even go a whole week with no actives. My skin loves it.
Giving gorgeous 90's vibes today! Love ❤️
Dr. Bowe does advise stepping up the retinoids as you can tolerate it and tailoring the cycle to your own skin. It is just a basis.
this video makes total sense & is needed right now-thanks
Greetings Dr Dray hope u r well n 🖐Hello Every1 n Happy Tuesday😀n what a Wonderful Vid…. thanks n This is Gonna b so Helpful n OMG I love your Jean Jacket🔥👍n Continued Blessings to All💜….
happy tuesday!
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Happy Tuesday Whitney hope you are having a wonderful day my friend xoxoxo
Greetings Maricel Gundayao hope u r well n Happy Tuesday😀👍💜….
Greetings Mary Ann Gonzalez hope u r well n Happy Tuesday😀👍💜….
I'm truly lucky that my skin isn't sensitive. The only thing my face really hasn't tolerated is adapalene (yes I introduced it properly, but I purged and got myself a nice new batch of scars). I use a very mild retinoid now and I can use it every single day with no issues, even right after an AHA cleanser. I also use 1% SA every day, mixed with L-ascorbic acid. I even use 10% niacinamide in oily zones during the summer. Zero irritation.
I started skin cycling after coming across Whitney’s video and it destroyed my skin. It was the worst my skin ever looked because I was purging and repurging. I t created hyperpigmentation that I’m still trying to fade.
Fantastic video. Thanks for breaking down the cycling and products.
It's just old wine in a new bottle. We all do some variation of skin cycling already.
You look so beautiful ✨️
For Skin Cycling there are weeks I focus more on hydrating than exfoliating and use chemical exfoliants when I feel my skin needs it. My skin gets irritated easily so I have to be careful.
I’ve been waiting for this vid for so long 🥲
Omg I love that lip/jacket combo your wearing
Yesss fall vibes
NO ONE should even be using Tik Tok! You wouldn’t be using it if you truly understood what there end game is.
Dude bffr
Good Morning Andrea 🧡I think the biggest issue is that to many people are using to many actives before their skin is ready for them. They think if they start a Tretinoin for example thinking it will be a miracle and they over do it. I think you stick to a regimen and you skip the actives in the beginning. I have always taught my clients this and it works every time. Stop the foundation and concealer, be consistent with excellent skin care, use zinc oxide sunscreen and wear a wide brimmed hat. 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
yeah! I've just recently started tretinoin and my routine is
Morning: moisturiser then sunscreen
Night:Cleanse, moisturise, Tretinoin, moisturise
I use it twice a week still getting irritation:((
Happy Tuesday Dr Dray and everyone . Thanks for this I don't do TIK TOK but I do actually do this . I am 59 with sensitive oily acne prone skin . I actually use the Peach lily good acid toner a few mornings a week and use adapalene a few nights a week but don't like to do them the same days . Have a great day love to mom and Tybee xoxoxoxo
Greetings Mary Ann Gonzalez hope u r well n Happy Tuesday😀👍💜….
Happy Tuesday!
@@DrDrayzday enjoy xoxoxo
Your smart for not using Tik Tok.
I don't do Tik Tok either but have been doing this whenever I introduce a new product to my sensitive skin thanks to Dr Dray. Happy Tuesday, Mary Ann! Hope you had a great day! 💕
I have newer and older acne scars, milia, and acne prone skin and for years I've tried everything you can think of and skin cycling has helped me tremendously. I do an exfoliation night, 2 retinol nights, and 2 recovery nights. Day time: I'm using an antibacterial soap to cleanse, toning, applying niacinamide, vitamin C, and SPF. Nighttime I'm cleansing, toning, exfoliation cream/tretinoin/or moisturizer depending on what night it is. I notice when it's my recovery nights my scarring looks so much better the next day. I apply cerave healing treatment on top of my moisturizer. Now I'm just at a bump in the road because my texture is not getting better. (Black heads, milia)
Oh you look absolutely lovely today that lipstick lights up your face x
I think product's toleration are correlated with the hormonal cycle. Tretinoin, for me, irritates my skin during ovulation stage.
Huh, I already do this. Retinol a couple times a week, slugging on other nights
I've done that for the last 3 years without knowing about a trend. It works perfectly well for me and because of my disposal to acne, I cycle retinol, salysilic acid and my ceramides(hydration). I always advice my friends to do the same as it works. Besides that vit. C works up to 48 hours inside the skin, so it can be cycled with niacinamide and/or vit. D on serum
I do a version of skin cycling. My skin can’t handle using any product two days in a row. I have to alternate even moisturizers to keep my skin from reacting. Actives like Vitamin C and A preparations cycle even farther apart because my skin is so sensitive. And I’ve been doing this for decades.
Not on Tik Tok so I had never heard of this. Interesting concept and it actually makes sense. Especially if you have sensitive skin. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts on this trend. Thanks, Dr Dray! Thanks to you, I've been doing this whenever incorporating a new product into my sensitive skin care routine. Happy Tuesday! Hope you have a beautiful evening. 💜
thanks for watching
i’ve been waiting for this one!!