Let’s Get Intimate: Exfoliating Acids | Dr. Shereene Idriss
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 มิ.ย. 2024
- Time for a deep dive! Chemical exfoliants have gained a ton of popularity over the last year. But it won't do you any good, if they are being used and/or even being instructed to be used incorrectly! So let's get into it, AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, all of the above!
0:00 intro
0:55 the trend of exfoliating acids - how NOT to use them!
2:48 what are exfoliating acids
4:28 why you should be cautious with exfoliating acids
5:25 how to correctly use exfoliating acids
6:05 alphahydroxy acids (ahas)
10:09 betahydroxy acids (bhas)
12:10 formulation of exfoliating acids
13:01 polyhydroxy acids (phas)
14:54 acid combination products
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AHAs
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Kate Somerville myshlf.us/p-194019
Sunday Riley myshlf.us/p-194020
Allies of Skin myshlf.us/p-194021
BHAs
Neutrogena myshlf.us/p-194024
Paula's Choice myshlf.us/p-194025
PHAs
Indeed Labs: myshlf.us/p-194048
Ole Henriksen
Zelens myshlf.us/p-194058
ACID COMBOS
Dr. Dennis Gross myshlf.us/p-194023
The Ordinary myshlf.us/p-194027
Drunk Elephant myshlf.us/p-194059
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She's a really good orator, she passes on information eloquently and kindly and when you (just like me, who's a bit tired of a 10 hour shift) just start to get a bit distracted, she slams the desk just in time for you to refocus 😅🙏🏻💘
Exactly! Straight to the point and No BS
Like a real teacher 🤣
**Orator
Same!!!! I tired hearing other dermatologists and they were sooo boring … she’s super informative and fun
This!! I like her intonation so it keeps me drawn to listening to her even though her videos are 15 mins long.
I can’t believe people like you still exist. You’re giving out “FREE” super useful information. Basically, you’re sharing your knowledge with us without asking anything in return.
God bless you for being so helpful!
Please consider making a video about beauty procedures for 20s, 30s, 40s and etc.💜
This would be super cool. I’m joining you on the request 😬😆♥️.
Doesn't she basically promote the same level of care for people of all ages? It seems kind of ageist to promote that someone who's older ought to treat their skin differently, because there's an underlying implication that aging is bad. I don't think that is the intention of the question/request, but cosmetic companies already do enough of that.
As a mature woman,I can say that my skin is so much different then that of my 30 years daughters skin.
As the aging process is different for everyone, in general , it’s good to know that, some of us over 50,don’t have the same concerns as that of a 20 or 30 year old. It’s not be ageist or anything,it’s just good common practice as a derm to look at the age of her patient.
To consider the concerns they have and do what it’s right for that person.
I’m sure there are those of us over 50 who have hormonal breakouts,have become dryer due to lack of hydration ,who haven’t used sunscreen in the past and have pigmentation concerns. These may not be the same as a younger person but the derm can address these concerns as the same as the acne concerns of the younger patient. All the best to you 😊❤️🇨🇦.
yes!
I was dealing with bad acne around six months ago. I heard all the rage about salicylic acid and overdid it once, especially with my sensitive skin. I had chemical burns, pus-filled blisters, just destroyed my skin's barrier. Scarred me both emotionally and physically, so I now stay far away from any salicylic acid. Yes, I know it's an irrational fear lol.
But then a few months later I started getting flaky skin and my products weren't absorbing, so I took a very cautionary step into the realm of acids once again, this time with glycolic acid. It worked well to exfoliate and reduce blackheads without turning my entire face red in 10 seconds. I've worked up to using it once a week, and my skin is so soft and my products absorb much better.
But yes, let me be the cautionary tale. I still have a pink scar on my nose from where my skin sloughed off...not fun
Could you have been allergic to the ingredients of salicylic acid?
I don't doubt it's possible but it sounds like a big concentration. Some acid peels really do work by burning the top ;layers of skin of but I've used salicilic acid daily for years and it just helped. But it was a product for daily use.
Puss filled blisters also sounds like it might be a massive allergic reaction.
I’m on an obsessive dr.shereene videos deep dive and no one can stop me from becoming my own dermatologist
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An epitome of beauty, intelligence and knowledge = Dr. Shereene.... Sending you love from India
Thanks to you I stopped exfoliating everyday. For about 8 weeks I didn't use any actives at all to help my skin repair; now I only use BHA a maximum of twice a week, sometimes just once. Skin looks much healthier so thank you
Which exfoliate you are using?
I was feeling down.. and then this came up, thanks for cheering me up and teaching me at the same time.
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@@shereeneidriss I use Cosrx, AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner in the morning before Timeless C-serum as I've been told it lowers the Ph and makes the vitamine C work better. I top up with Spf 50. My face seems to handle it well, but my neck freaked out, so stopped using it on the neck. Now I wonder if using the toner at night would be better but nights are adapalene time... so 🤷♀️
I do use The Ordinary Peeling Solution, but infrequently. The directions are pretty clear: Do not leave on for longer than 10 minutes. It is not recommended to use more than twice per week. Contact of the product with the skin must be of limited frequency or duration. Sadly, it is people who do not read or follow the directions who are messing up their skin 😪
It's also very personal. I can't handle 5 % glycolic acid oder 2 % salicylic acid more than once a week, and I've been using them for years and I wouldn't consider my skin sensitive. Start small, patch test and use your noggins, people ;)
For beginners even less frequent. If I ever purchase it I'll only use it once in two weeks. Also like the other commenter said: patch test first inside your forearm ‼️‼️
Even twice per week is quite aggressive given it’s percentages. I think this would be best used in rotation with a more gentler exfoliation treatment e.g., 1x a week use The Ordinary AHA/BHA treatment; next week use 1x a week First Aid Beauty Radiance Pads etc.
If it hurts your face, STOP. Whether its working or not, pain is not a good thing.
I love that product. With a lot of trial and error, I’ve found that using twice per week for 6 minutes is the best for my skin. The 10 minutes was a bit much for me, even once per week.
You are a sunshine in the stressful TH-cam community! Kisses from Greece!
You are hilarious. Thank you for what you do! I am 63. Hard to find someone who really cares, knows their stuff and is willing and excited to share and educate. xoxx
A few years ago I had spent the summer on my boat. When fall came I realized that my skin looked leathery, like old shoes. I was using Paula’s Choice at the time so I called them for help and they recommended their 8% AHA cream and told me it would take awhile. Sure enough within two to three months I looked like myself again. So grateful to them.
You should in the future, ALWAYS ALWAYS wear a high SPF sunscreen when outside or in the sun! Even indoors and in cloudy weather! It will prevent a lot of suffering!
Dr. Idriss’s advice on washing in the morning w/ just H2O is doing my skin wonders. I thought I have an oily skin but weirdly enough my skin produced lesser oil now. And exfoliants are really our bffs but dermatologist don’t trust us to DIY because we always overdo it. Lol learned my lesson once when I got my face raw and inflamed. Keep the product longer on skin DOES NOT EQUATE to faster “exfoliation” ☝🏼
I use a micellar gel in the AM based on dr. idriss's advice. i used to think my skin would eat products because I was oily but I was making myself oily by washing my face twice a day
Same!
Can we take a minute to appreciate the Pillow Talk Derm Library closet !😍😍
My jaw dropped when I saw it hahah
Yes!! She just went into the secret haven of product so casually lol. That's an episode by itself!
Thank you so much for this video. I've tried to say these things for quite a while, ever since I've noticed this idea of using efoliating acids every single day, twice a day, even in a single skincare routine, and the companies, influencers and bloggers jumped at me, saying I'm spreading fake informations. I was starting to think that maybe I'm the one who's crazy. So thank you so much for doing this video.
Can I just say how much I thoroughly appreciate your skincare room? It fully caters to my skincare products obsession and ocd organization. I need one; like yesterday.
I started exfoliating last week. It is amazing how much one learns with you. Thank you.
Thank you for this. There was a woman in the “DIY skincare community” who was excessively using chemical peels & other exfoliants. She ended up looking much older instead of younger which surprised me. I thought of her as an example when you said over-exfoliating can make one look older. I too need to be careful. I use Retin-A at night & glycolic acid serum in the morning for skin rejuvenation. At times, I get pimples from doing so & now I know why. 😬
I'm always re-reading the directions and ingredients whenever I do my skincare (especially when it's a face mask/clay) it helps remind me to do it the right way or what I should take from it. Thank you Dr. Shereene for this lovely lesson on chemical exfoliants - I'm learning a whole lot more🤭
Your energy in these videos lately gives me live, so grateful for you! 👑
Eyeliner sharp enough to cut a bish! You look gorgeous 😍 pumped for this chemical exfoliation video 🙌
Lol Adele inspired
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Thank you, what a comprehensive, informative session! I think the reason why we're so obsessed with skin barrier health these days is because we all had wrecked ours with over-exfoliation at some points in the last 4-5 years.
That and too much sun exposure in youth!
Hi Dr. Idriss! I really love all your videos and I hope you will do more of them about hair/scalp care. What to do or not, best products, overhyped Ingredients, etc. It would be really nice! Thank you once again for the great content you post everytime ! 😄
Your closet 😳 ❤😂 In my dreams! I use my acid serum 3x a week, at night after I cleanse and before my moisturizer. My daily moisturizer has a 30 spf so I’m covered the next day! Thank you again for putting this truly important information in simple, fun and easy to understand ways! You crack me up with your enthusiasm! I just wish I could afford more. Tho I am happy with my face (skin) At 60, I’m doing great. I have so few wrinkles and the few I have are so fine. I look in my early 40’s. I credit sunscreen, not smoking and genetics ❤ Tho my sister who is 2 yrs older smokes, uses tanning beds, refuse’s sunscreen and we look easily 20 years apart! She hates me and actively comes at me because of it! I’ve had to get a Restraining Order! (I’m not joking) our Mother is almost 88 and has so few wrinkles and sagging it’s crazy! She looks 70 and a healthy vibrant 70! I wish I could send my younger self flowers for using sunscreen like I did lol So I promise you younger ladies, your 60 yr old self is begging you lol wear that sunscreen! 😊
You're such a joy to watch and learn from, always making my day. Thanks! ❤️
Thank you for clarifying how often to use acids! Marketing tells us to use them way too often!!! Anecdotally, I noticed my skin does best using acids 3-4 times a week, so thanks for validating what I'm doing.
"Marketing tells us to use them way too often!!!"
Probably to sell more.
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I can't believe how much I learned on this video. Mostly that I was doing everything wrong and way to often. Thank you so much for this concise info.
Don’t buy products recommended by people but from dermatologists !!
Dr. Shereene, you are sensational! Thank you for all the information you've been sharing and your sense of humor
Thank you, thank you, thank you! For someone with mature skin but very new to the world of beauty products. My staple for years has been sunscreen and moisturiser, this type of information is incredibly valuable. Thank you for explaining with great details the world of exfoliants. It makes it less scary for me to dip my toes in! 😊
I LOVE your videos…they are the most informative of all derms AND you are very engaging and entertaining, so you are NEVER boring! Thank you Dr Idriss! ❤
My daughter, who is 12 and I absolutely love your videos! You are such a ray of sunshine!
Could you give us tips for crepey skin on arms for people in their 60’s and older? Which treatments laser could help ? Thank you love your channel. Always fun and so informative
The new necessarie body serum with retinol is awesome for this!
I’m 60 with dry skin and have been using a BHA. I think I technically should be using AHA? But I tried Paula’s Choice AHA and it was so drying. Now I’m confused.
Yes, I keep my boxes too. That library is off. the. charts!!! Love it! Thanks for another great video!
Shereene Idriss the "Sunshine" Doc.. Whose "Good morning my little skin nerds" make me smile ear to ear💛💛💛💛😊😊😊😊
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Omg I love your library! I’m a librarian! Alphabetised and all! Fantastic.
And labels printed!!!
First off, the eyeliner looks great!!! Love Adele!! Thanks so much for taking the time and sharing your knowledge, with making these informational videos!! I love your feisty, down to earth, real talk approach!!
Honestly I like the way you explain all the acids in details..Good job
Thank you. You gave a fabulous, comprehensive description of products. Great visuals too. Thanks ❤
More helpful video have never been uploaded. This was so informational. Thank you so much. ❤️❤️
Thanks for this video! Hoping for a video/deepdive that tackles what serums can be used at the same time within a day. Basically serums that work well together and what doesn't (and what you can use after exfoliating!)
Or maybe something related to warts/milia? 😊 I know the best option is going to the clinic but it would be nice to know what else can help (aside from exfoliating)
40 minutes up and no dislike. Not even haters, because NO ONE can not like lovely Dr. Idriss ❤️❤️
Another fantastic video filled with great information!! Such energy…. Wonderful sense of humor🤗🤗 Loved your sweater😍!
I love love love ur let’s get intimate videos 😍 there sooo informative and so easy to understand.
Thank you so much for this doc Shereene!! I have just been breaking out lately and I have just been so confused what I did wrong. I have been taking some time off of exfoliating acids and my skin is definitely doing better.
I just love your videos Dr. Idriss.....so informative and entertaining 💯
I think we need a tour of the beauty closet! Having mature, sensitive skin, I have been using Wishtrend Mandelic on the nights I don’t use my Avene Retinaldehyde and a few mornings I use the La Roche Posay Pigmentclar cleanser before my Vitamin C… seems to be mild enough… I tried the LRP glycolic and it was too irritating for me. Thanks for very informative videos!
I just bought this product and used it this evening, the mandelic acid by Wishtrend! It made my face slightly pinkish red but otherwise no itch, sting, irritation. I will try it 1x a week for 1 month and see how that goes. Is it safe to seal this product with CeraVe Healing Ointment??
You are simply stated , the BEST ! Thank you , thank you Dr Idriss ! 👏👏👏👏♥️
I absolutely just love love your youtube channel. Thank you so much for sharing your world of knowledge about skincare. I am working on my skin and in as little as a month there are such improvements. Your skin is amazing btw!
So incredible that you have an entire closet filled with skincare! (For research purposes of course) Haha. That was amazing to see
Thank you for the video and sharing your extensive knowledge with us! You always look STUNNING 🤩
I just read the directions for the Paula’s Choice 2% BHA and they recommend using once or twice DAILY 😱 thank you for clarifying this
I think that 2% is mild enough to use every other day or so.
The Paul’s Choice has some built in buffers in it to help with irritation and over drying.
IMHO
Thank you! This is information I really need right now. I'm glad I discovered your videos.
You skin is glowing! Love your channel ❣️
I love your videos and the information but your personality it’s the best !!
You’re glowing 😍 and you have the most perfect smile 🙌🏻
Eyeliner looks so good on you! You are so beautiful!
I freaking love you and your videos! So much information under such entertaining delivery!
Thank you for everything you do, knowledge is power. The amount of misinformation out there is crazy.
I went to get a Biologique Recherche facial yesterday. Told the esthetician I use CF Ferulic along with prescription azelaic acid to treat my rosacea. I told her at night I use tret 2-3 times per week and exfoliate 1-2 times per week with lactic acid. She went on to tell me I am overdoing it with too many different acids, and that she would suggest I stop using all that and instead use the p50 lotion daily morning and night because my skin is too dehydrated.....
hands down the best dermatologist on youtube imo
Love your quirky, unique, style which is fun, charming and engaging. Many thanks for your expert knowledge to us amateur nerds.
No way I got all this information without paying upfront for it😭. I have just started my 20's and all this is really useful.
Nice feature on you in Vogue! 👍😊 Great information as always on acids this morning. Thankful for your straightforward, no holds-barred advice!
Paula's choice kept convincing me that we're absolutely safe using their all time favourite BHA twice a day, every day. Noooooo way!
Thanks for the informative video-I enjoy watching your fun take on everything-a little humor with our skin care 😍. I love being one of your Little Nerds.
I learned a lot, as usual, but...I just want to know where I can get that beautiful sweater, Dr. Isriss!
Your little room is great! I could just order from you. Great video as always! Thank you so much for the down to earth explanations! You are the greatest!
Since a person’s cell turnover slows down as we age, should you exfoliate MORE or LESS often as you get older?
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I guess if you’re drier then more aha. Less bha
Yay! Acids video I’m always confused on what to do thank you 😊 for another great video 💕
you should make a little handbook of what (/how/when/where/why) to use for different skincare stuff! i think a lot of ppl would benefit from it
Would you please tell us how to incorporate an exfoliating acid if we’re already using a retinoid in our routine? Thank you 🙏🏻 Love love love your videos ❤️
Only use the exfoliating acids the nights you're not using retinoids
I use Tretinoin 6 nights a week. On Sunday night I use the Paula’s Choice AHA/BHA mask for sensitive skin. I use the mask for 10 minutes, rinse it off and follow with a moisturizing toner and my moisturizer. I haven’t had any problems and I have sensitive skin prone to dryness.
Similar to other comments, I alternate. I use my acids 3 times a week (tuesday, thursday, saturday) and retinol the other 4 times a week (the other days), both in the evening.
@ i do pretty much the same. 3nights retinol, 3nights aha (in my case lactic acid) and i leave 1night as "no exfoliation" night and my skin is way better than it was like a year ago. i have dry skin, by the way.
I also alternate, but between three incompatible products:
Sat, Tues: retinoid
Sun, Wed.: copper peptides
Mon. Thus: acid
Friday is a day of rest :-)
This is working well for me. I'm using a fairly strong o-t-c retinal, with no side effects. I have 4 different acid products, from Tarte Knockout (P50 dupe) to a mandelic, and I choose based on how my skin looks and feels.
Thank you for this video!! Very very helpful in differentiating between acids. You are the best!
The Ordinary AHA/BHA peel is great for at home facial peels but should be treated like that and not like any regular exfoliant. But the results are absolutely amazing.
I really hope you see this because I ABSOLUTELY LOVE your approach, and your personality and the passion and knowledge you have for skin is just infectious! I have recently made the choice to swap out most of the skincare products you are recommending for hormone health as lots of the chemicals disrupt your endocrine system. Have you considered more natural alternatives, and would you be open to creating videos providing effective science backed alternatives - there are so many brands out there taking advantage of women that want a natural option who don’t understand the science terms and you could be so amazing at bridging that gap ❤️ I love you work thank you!
The eyeliner looks amazing! Thanks ywt again for another entertaining and informative video Dr S
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Gorgeously Stunning , Informative and concise thank you!
I love your vids and humor, you're just Fabulous!❤️
What an interesting topic...
Great video as always!
Love these segments! I learn so much!! Thank you!! That closet tho!!😳. 😍
Love your deep dive videos! ❤
New subscriber, love your videos, super informative and I could listen you all day. Thanks!
I just came across this video, and I love her! Very informative.
Your eyeliner looks amazing! I was wondering about kojic acid, specifically the bar soap. I find I get a bit of flakiness under my eyes and I don’t k is how to gently exfoliate that area. Thank you for always sharing all of your knowledge!!
Thank you for calling out The Ordinary’s AHA/BHA combo … it is brutal! I can tolerate it for a couple minutes, but I’ve been buffering it with moisturizer and then rinsing it off. Since the formula is red, I refer to it as my weekly “Blood Burn” :-)
Great content as always, Shereene! Im currently using the other Drunk Elephant acid combination- the leave on TLC Framboos Night Serum. Love it 🤍
Omg.....honestly you could be an animated cartoon version...I.e. your expressions at 3:27 and 3:38.... lol....but I love all the educational information you are providing with some fun and excitement. lol💜
Love these Saturday mornings BUT………….which would be the best for dry, menopausal, DULL, aging skin! BTW, love having you as my virtual dermatologist in addition to my real one. You’re a gift!!!!!
Killed with the eyeliner look, kudos!
What a beautiful look with the soft pink lips and beautiful eyes and sleek hair! Could you comment on CeraVe’s salicylic face cleanser and whether it could be used in the morning before the CeraVe vitamin C serum? Or is it just better bang for the buck using it before retinol?
Your knowledge, delivery and personality. I think I have found my HG dermatologist TH-camr! Thank you :-) Much ❤️ from Sydney Australia
Hi Shereene, I've been binge watching your videos the last couple days 🤪 you're awesome! 2 part question if you don't mind: First, what are the correct percentages we want in all the exfoliants you mentioned? And second- I was using Paula's Choice BHA off and on for years then suddenly my skin started getting irritated after use so I switched to their 1% BHA for sensitive skin. Is 1% enough? Thank you!!🙏
Good morning Dr Idriss! Looking beautiful as always! 🤓 ☀️💛
I love how you call us nerds! I want all the info! Love it!
Love this video. You are a good teacher and explain everything so well 😊. You are so pretty, love the eyeliner 😍
Great, thanks. You look exquisite, btw! So elegant with your hair up (showing how perfectly proportioned your face is) and love the Adele-style eyeliner! x
Great explanation!!! Love it!!!! ❤️🥰 Thank you!!!
Love the makeup doc 😊 I literally want to go to New York just to visit you 🥰 I’ve become a skin geek, thanks to you! Mil 🙏 gracias
This was extremely helpful, thank you.
Good to know about the Ordinary peeling solution. I was hesitant and waiting for you to say something about it before I try since you are like the skincare bible 😊. Thank you!
Paula’s Choice has an AHA 25% + BHA 2% mask that is much more gentle than THE ORDINARY one. You’ll be happy to know the first sentence of the directions is: “Once per week use on clean skin.” You leave it on for 10 minutes then rinse it off. I am on my first tube and so far I like it a lot.
Thank you for this video! It is now clearer what acids are out there and what to do with them. Funny enough (or may be not so funny) that there are serums that contain acids, so as I understand these serums should be used as exfoliants, right? They are not supposed to be used as a "helper" after exfoliation, do I understand it correctly?
I haven't yet watched all your videos yet, but I didn't see a video about serums. If you haven't done such one, I would be very grateful if you do one some day.
Anyways, thank you for your videos, they have been a great help! And you look amazing, by the way! Looking forward to more videos.