@@reem2469 you can also try Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash it's the same salicylic acid 2% but with a better price and you can use it's non-comedogenic oil free moisturizer.
GRACE1ENTERTAINMENT actually no it's not she's clearly had fillers in her cheeks no amount of make up can create that illusion you can't create what's not already there just like make up can't cover texture or acne if you're that gullible you probably think Kylie Jenner over lines her lips to get a fuller pout when in fact it's filler and as you age you lose all the moisture and plumpness that you had in your younger years and the only way to get the plumpness back is through cosmetic procedures from face lifts , fillers and botox
Can you make a video on 'skin purging' and explain if it's real, especially after using a new product (eg. exfoliant, BHA, retinols) and what should be expected and the results. Thanks :)
I'm literally just watching binge watching your videos. I love learning things about how the body works, and what I can do to help myself. Doctors usually terrify me, but watching your videos is helping me to get over that, So thank you
I crush up Asprin and make a paste that I put on my acne. It's the same thing... well Asprin is acetylsalicylic acid. Still safe for you and works great!
Argan rain argan oil helped a lot with my dull skin problem. It can make your face a little sensitive, (it doesn't matter it's winter or raining). I highly recommend it if you want to brighten your skin, and remove acne spots or any spots you may have. I really love it!
I've been lucky enough to never have an acne issue, but using salicylic acid wash before I shave, and I get a much closer and smoother shave, plus using it to wash the first two days after shaving has entirely prevented me from getting ingrown hairs.
I've had some pretty dark spots on my forehead and cheeks for years. My dermatologist finally recommended it to me after many treatments didn't work and I'm surprised how fast it is working! It's only been a good 2 weeks. BUT it's important to have a moisturizer no matter how oily your skin already is. So what i usually do is apply a sunscreen w moisturizer. (CeraV or another good spf). Before my derma was giving me the benzoyl treatments but it wasn't really helping to unclog my pores fast enough...so I think sticking the the salicylic acid is a game changer.
I use this morning/night for my blackheads only one I suffered from since a teenager to an adult and the toner afterwards for cleaner skin. When I just tried it I test it out of nose , chin and forehead. The thing about the toner you DONT wash it off your face it helped with mine. From across the pond UK.
I remember when I moved to Thailand for half a year I started struggling with acne because of hot and wet weather. So I couldn’t find salicylic acid no where. I needed to use another products to reduce my acne. Fortunately after 3 months my facial skin got better. In my opinion salicylic acid is one of the best thing to remove oil from the face but I think it’s not enough to cure the skin completely.
I use the 2% neutrogena toner every day. It burns for a minute but it worth it. It has transformed my acne. I struggled with it for years. Not any more. I tell everyone about this stuff.
salicylic acid helped with the mild folliculitis, shrink large pores on the scalp, and removed scalp acne thick skin on the occipital protuberance scalp. i used this in conjunction with yellow sulphur mixed with moisturizing head and shoulders..
Thank you so much for making this video!!! I've been trying to get an appointment at the dermatologist office for over two months... everywhere is booked out so far in advance and it's been so nice to hear your advance on this matter in the mean time while I wait for my appointment.
I am almost 60 years old and a few years ago I developed a lot of congestion on my cheeks (probably slow cell turnover after menopause??). I tried using products with many different ingredients but it wasn’t until I used salicylic acid during the day that I started to see results. I use tretinoin 5 to 6 times a week at night but salicylic acid is what helped the congestion. I use a gentle 2% product.
For me it was very dramatic. Pimples were reduced and less inflamed in less than a week. But as in any beauty product. Try to use it for at least a month. And if there's no improvement then that means it's not working for you.
Could you discuss the difference between hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate? Also, discuss sd alcohol 40 and alcohol denat! I have a ton of clients who I just can't get to understand all these ingredients and it's very frustrating. They all love you though and would listen to you since you're a doctor. Since I'm a cosmetics representative they think I'm just trying to sell them something and I don't know what I'm talking about regardless of all my education and training!
I started using an oil free face wash with salicylic acid for my acne and in three days i was pretty much completely clear except for the fact that it was so strong that my lips started almost like falling off and i cant smile because they crack open and it hurts so much so be aware that the product does work but its really hard on your dry areas. That also might’ve been because it was 2% salicylic acid which was way too rough as a starter product
Jennifer Polley Oh... Yes, please! I've been thinking setting up a routine for myself because I've been having a lot of acne lately and I've been considering adding it to the list of products, but I do for sure want to know first how it works.
If benzoyl peroxide isn't working your acne is most likely not caused by bacteria or the dosage of benzoyl peroxide is too low the lowest is 2.5ml and the highest is 10% but you'll never get put straight on the highest dosage because you will have negative effects since acne is caused by hormones , excess oil production , hair follicles clogged by oil , dirt and dead skin cells and bacteria so diet and everything else is actually completely irrelevant and if diet or lifestyle change works for people they never actually had acne since acne doesn't have a cure it can only be treated
You might want to read about Demodex. Rosacea can associated with Demodex, it was for me. Tea tree oil cleared up my acne, rosacea, and skin tags. Oh, and dry eyes! For your eyes you don't put tea tree oil directly in your eye I put a little on my fingertips - just moisten them- then squeeze my eyes shut and rub it into my lashes. I keep my eyes shut for about 5 minutes.
I've been putting Vaseline on my face overnight as a moisturizer and it seems to be reducing the inflammation of my acne. Is it actually helping my acne?
Yes, it's protecting your skin's barrier and moisture content so your skin can do it's job and heal itself. You might want to check into CeraVe Healing Ointment. It's occulsive like Vaseline, but with more beneficial ingredients. 🖤
Thanks- I just got sayslic acid- I’ve been using it for 6 days- twice a day, and it’s causing my skin to get dry and flaky. So you recommend every other day
That Guy - I don’t wear makeup 😂, I’m a dude. And I got it figured it out. I’m using sayslic acid on the spots with the most blackheads * nose* two days a week- while I use benzoyl peroxide almost everyday for my acne on the sides of my face. It seems to be working really well, and the redness stoped. The bumps just fade into small dark spots that eventually clear up.
Hey Dr. Lee, I am a curv-acious woman and I have some mermaid thighs. Every summer I dread wearing shorts or a skirt because of chafing. Could you do a video on what the thicker women of the world can do and use to help prevent that? I am sure I am not the only one missing wearing shorts on 90 degree days.
StariaL i have been suffering from eczema since i was in grade 4 now i am 19 Firstly use olive oil. It REALLY HELPS. also use the first aid moisturiser it helps people with eczema/rashes etc
Please try DUAC Cream. It's a prescription. I wish someone told me about it years ago. I struggled with hormonal acne for years. Finally I saw my doctor. He told me to use it every night. I saw results extremely fast. I'm talking about 1- week. I've been on it for a good couple of months and I'm finally free from acne. I'm left with some scaring but a big difference. I hope this helps.
Hi Dr Lee I've been getting into more "natural" skin care products, such as coconut oil or argan oil to moisturise Id love to see a video on these sorts of products, if they work and how to use them Thank you :)
! I’ve been using Cerave SA cleanser and their rough and bumpy skin lotion on my face and all the tiny bumps on my forehead have disappeared. I’m so glad I found SA
Maria Noel Fernandez yes I use it twice a day morning and night . The lotion is heavy so I literally use a pea size amount on my fore head since that’s where my bumps are
@@jenniferbrook1720 thank you so much! I was actually scared that the SA would be too much to actually use it twice a day, but i am going to try to do it this way now. Thanks again!
Maria Noel Fernandez I’m not sure about jus pure SA but the products I mentioned I use twice a day and moisturize after. I also have combination skin type. Oily summer - dry winter
not to step on dr lee's toes cause i absolutely adore her, but salicylic acid has to be at the correct pH level or the exfoliating properties aren't effective
acne treatments contain salicylic acid , glycolic acid and benzoyl peroxide your best off asking an actual dermatologist but from what I've read it can be used together but retinol should only ever be applied at night because that's when the skin repairs itself and always wear an spf even if it's the lowest recommended spf which is spf 15 otherwise you'll cause dark sports/ hyper pigmentation which is a nightmare to correct
I remember my Dr suggesting using a SPF moisturizer with the 2% SA and I thought that was insane. I had oily skin, but with SA I had dry flaking while I adjusted to its use. So yeah, a moisturizer was the right call. Seems Counter intuitive tho.
Hopefully you see this Dr. Lee! Is there a difference between keratolytics and chemical exfoliants, or is "keratolytic" really just an umbrella term for anything that helps encourage cell turnover? Like, is retinol considered a keratolytic?
i use neutrogena rapid treatment pads and it was 5% salicylic acid but i also use neutrogena rapid clean stubborn acne cleanser which uses 10% benzoyl peroxide . my question is can i use both these products( same time ) to treat my acne . one is a treatment pad and one is a face wash .
Manas Patel You can use both with no negative effects, but only the treatment pad will have any real benefit. You should only keep a cleanser on your skin for 10-20 seconds, and that's nowhere near enough to get the benefit. Leave-on treatments are the best, but you don't necessarily need 5% salicylic acid. If that causes any discomfort or redness (when it is supposed to reduce redness), you should reduce the frequency of use or percentage or both. You should also likely be using a non-comedogenic moisturiser after the leave-on treatment!
I’m about to buy it but I feel like at first use it 2x a week then you can apply the nicinamide serum and a moisturiser if the next day your skin is red or you’ve broken out that’s probably purging so then don’t use the salicylic acid again till a few days
IRREGARDLESS. IS. A. WORD. The word is used incorrectly more often than not, but it's actually supposed to be used emphatically. To elaborate, this is the example provided by a lexicographer for Mirriam-Webster: "Dad, let me borrow the car. I'm a really good driver.” "Regardless, I'm not comfortable.” "Oh but come on. I'll get it detailed, and I'll put gas in it.” "Irregardless, no.” See? It's a pretty nifty little word, huh? Remember that it's used for EMPHASIS to point to the end of a particular discussion or part of a discussion. So if someone is having a discussion about an in-depth subject, and they feel as if they need not provide further details, they can use it to help draw the lecture or conversation to a close. Seriously... to the people whining about a word and trying to make yourselves feel better, you could have learned all of this by googling "Is irregardless a word?" -_- Ignorance is not admissible in the age of information.
Dr. Sandra I need help. 20% salicylic acid peels don’t work on my skin anymore, and my acne is coming back. I don’t know what to do I can’t get rid of it, I’ve had it for 16 years now
I’ve been using a salicylic acid face wash by clean and clear... I wash my face once a day. The cleanser says to use twice a day. My skin is so burned inflamed and itchy. It hurts so bad, I think i’m allergic. My acne has never looked better though lol
Steve Salas So it turns out I was allergic to the moisturizer I was using but I did give myself a mild burn. I’m much more cautious and don’t rub my face as hard, and my acne is looking quite good. So if you use any product with salicylic acid in it, don’t scrub too hard.
Must be the antibacterial quality. It’s great as a deodorant too…especially for children starting puberty and going through the smelly body odour stage.
My skin was not that bad before but from few months imma getting this bumpy skin texture and having stubborn bumps on my forehead..... Can you please help and make video about that .....🥺
I have been using Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning and Retin A (Tretinoid) before bed. But I am skipping the latter one almost every night---I did not have acne like a saw here or my son's kind ( which I haven't seen at all )--or blackheads. When I took my son to the Dr and he gave my son Tretinoid, I just asked if I could also take it---by the 80's , after a hysterectomy --I was taking Estrogen--just when I really started to feel like a human being, I had to have a mastectomy the Estrogen tablets were not OK--after pleading with him I took premarin vaginal cream....
Any recommendation for someone who is allergic to salicylic acid? I am allergic to NSAIDs as well (Epi-Pen prescribed), but when I used salicylic acid products my face swells. But I am acne prone. I have been sticking to Glycolic Acid, but still have cystic acne sometimes
Summer there are products out there that contain beta hydroxy acid that is not salicylic acid. I can't remember what it's called but the CosRx Korean brand has that type of BHA
Summer I am not really allergic to salicylic acid but I have noticed that it causes me to have more acne instead of clearing my face. I personally use st. Ives coffee and coconut scrub and it has worked best for me. I hope that helps
I had 5 treatments done in a Dr office . I had it on my face, ears, and scalp . Boy did I peel . I was given a 30% . Mine was every 2 weeks and paid by my insurance . I am 65 when I did this for a preventive measure that’s why the insurance paid for it.
Dr. Sandra Lee, Could you post a video of products/brands you recommend for specific skin types? Also the 10 Step Korean Regimen of Skin Care is gaining popularity throughout the internet. Any opinion on the skin care system??
I'm suffering from acne since 7-8 years. undergoing through many types of treatments...including salicylic acid..chemical peels..and even laser treatments...but couldn't get a permanent cure for it...can u suggest something ?
I started using salcylic acid about a month ago from the ordinary...till now I dont see any major differences but I will continue trying it. I still have this one stubborn whitehead on my nose that does not want to go away...is there anything you guys know that can help?
Anna Howley That is weird. But could still be your diet. Grains and gluten can cause skin problems. I switched to a keto diet, no grains and my skin is completely clear. I also added hyaluronic acid and an oil to moisturize. Often times oily skin is a sign you actually have dry skin and the oil glands over compensate. I never thought I had dry skin because I've always been oily, but after using an oil for a moisturizer, I was shocked. My skin is very well balanced now. Not nearly as oily as it had been. I still get an oily nose, chin, t zone, but far less.
It might be hormones. You should go see a dermatologist as they can diagnose better what's going on. Something to try before that is do an elimination diet. If you're not diabetic take a fast day and then slowly add foods back. You might be reacting to something your eating.
hi Doc! i had verticolor on my face, i applied salicylic and it burns my face.. now i have this weird burnt spot on my face... how long should it heal after the burn?
Tara, "irregardless" is seen as a redundancy because "regardless" already means "despite the circumstances" so "irregardless" would seem to mean "despite despite the circumstances". It's kind of like using a double negative. Most dictionaries say that "irregardless" is an incorrect usage, but languages change all the time and it can be tricky to really say whether something is an "actual" word or not, since linguistics are more complex than that.
Yes thats fine. For more information check out this video: th-cam.com/video/7KB2AEDjsQY/w-d-xo.html He talks about skin care products that are safe to mix together. Skip to 5:17 if you don't like long intros 😁👍
i use Paula's choice! I got the calm redness relief with Salicylic acid and it's helped me so much. I take vitex for my hormones/chin acne, lightly exfoliate with a warm konjac sponge, put on PC and then moisturise with jojoba oil. My skin has improved so much. I've never spent a decent amount on skin care until now but it has lasted ages and I'm really happy w the results. recommend!
I really discourage Paula's Choice. It made my acne SO bad I was eating out of straw because it was just too painful. The brand said it was "purging" but it went on for over 2 months. I couldn't handle it anymore. Instead I started researching Korean inspired multistep system. My night time routine is lengthy, but my skin is completely different than it was a year ago. I have found some of my holy grail products while I am still on the search for others. Focus on one step at a time. Don't spend a lot of money on cleansers because you wash them off in 60 seconds. Cerave is a great brand at the drugstore or Target and is also cruelty free. My skin isn't perfect yet as I still have some cystic acne now and again. My dermatologist recommended me steaming my face between products. That is the #1 thing that helped my skin. It took work on my part, but in about 3 weeks my skin really started to change dramatically. Now I only need to do it once or twice a week, depending on my desire. I will do more if I am having a more than a couple of cystic spots.
For me, a combination of 2% salicylic acid and 10% benzoyl peroxide has been great for my acne.
Can u please tell me which cleaner have u used?
@@reem2469 Glycolic acid 1% + Salicylic acid 1% is also a good option
James 007 thank u. But I’m a bit hesitant about the cleanser I should get. I think la roche posay medicated face wash contains 2% salicylic acid.
@@reem2469 you can also try Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Wash it's the same salicylic acid 2% but with a better price and you can use it's non-comedogenic oil free moisturizer.
What product has this combination?
Dr. Lee has the best approach when it come to explain everything. Love her personality and voice. Perfect bedside manner
Those cheekbones Dr Lee. How can I grow them???
Emily Everett lol if that's you in your profile pic than you already have them
Emily Everett It's called contouring & blush...lol
Emily Everett fillerz
I’m pretty sure you can buy them... fillers, lift
GRACE1ENTERTAINMENT actually no it's not she's clearly had fillers in her cheeks no amount of make up can create that illusion you can't create what's not already there just like make up can't cover texture or acne if you're that gullible you probably think Kylie Jenner over lines her lips to get a fuller pout when in fact it's filler and as you age you lose all the moisture and plumpness that you had in your younger years and the only way to get the plumpness back is through cosmetic procedures from face lifts , fillers and botox
Can you make a video on 'skin purging' and explain if it's real, especially after using a new product (eg. exfoliant, BHA, retinols) and what should be expected and the results. Thanks :)
I feel like it's bullshit! After using proactiv I purged for 3 months :/ my acne just got worse.
jim jones it wasn’t a purge then. Purging last up to about a month and a half. That crap wasn’t for you
Skin purge should only last 3-8 weeks at most. Beyond that it's not a purge it's a reaction.
Watch dr dray!!
I’m watching this in 2020🥺
I'm 2021 watching this video
March 2021
2025
I'm literally just watching binge watching your videos. I love learning things about how the body works, and what I can do to help myself. Doctors usually terrify me, but watching your videos is helping me to get over that, So thank you
I crush up Asprin and make a paste that I put on my acne. It's the same thing... well Asprin is acetylsalicylic acid. Still safe for you and works great!
Yeah it's good but using it with rose water helps a lot
I will give it a go, thanks for that!
How do I make a paste plz help
Argan rain argan oil helped a lot with my dull skin problem. It can make your face a little sensitive, (it doesn't matter it's winter or raining). I highly recommend it if you want to brighten your skin, and remove acne spots or any spots you may have. I really love it!
Arganrain is great for skin
I've been lucky enough to never have an acne issue, but using salicylic acid wash before I shave, and I get a much closer and smoother shave, plus using it to wash the first two days after shaving has entirely prevented me from getting ingrown hairs.
She said “irregardless”!!!!!!!!!
Kelsey Sradeja HAHAHA Im so glad someone else commented this cause I was going to it made me cringe so hard
I cringed..hard
Irregardless she's richer that all yall combined! And works less!
Ivy league education has failed you again!
I've had some pretty dark spots on my forehead and cheeks for years. My dermatologist finally recommended it to me after many treatments didn't work and I'm surprised how fast it is working! It's only been a good 2 weeks. BUT it's important to have a moisturizer no matter how oily your skin already is. So what i usually do is apply a sunscreen w moisturizer. (CeraV or another good spf).
Before my derma was giving me the benzoyl treatments but it wasn't really helping to unclog my pores fast enough...so I think sticking the the salicylic acid is a game changer.
How much do you use in a day? Or what is your routine?
I use this morning/night for my blackheads only one I suffered from since a teenager to an adult and the toner afterwards for cleaner skin. When I just tried it I test it out of nose , chin and forehead. The thing about the toner you DONT wash it off your face it helped with mine. From across the pond UK.
The blemish control toner from Mary Kay has 2% & you could literally do an at home peel with it. I loved it when I had acne...it works.
I remember when I moved to Thailand for half a year I started struggling with acne because of hot and wet weather. So I couldn’t find salicylic acid no where. I needed to use another products to reduce my acne. Fortunately after 3 months my facial skin got better. In my opinion salicylic acid is one of the best thing to remove oil from the face but I think it’s not enough to cure the skin completely.
Ma'am please make a video on how to minimize large pores on face. Thank you so much!
Salicylic acid helps a lot with enlarged pores also
I use the 2% neutrogena toner every day. It burns for a minute but it worth it. It has transformed my acne. I struggled with it for years. Not any more. I tell everyone about this stuff.
Kya yee sach mei blackheads pr asar krta hai
salicylic acid helped with the mild folliculitis, shrink large pores on the scalp, and removed scalp acne thick skin on the occipital protuberance scalp.
i used this in conjunction with yellow sulphur mixed with moisturizing head and shoulders..
Thank you so much for making this video!!! I've been trying to get an appointment at the dermatologist office for over two months... everywhere is booked out so far in advance and it's been so nice to hear your advance on this matter in the mean time while I wait for my appointment.
I am almost 60 years old and a few years ago I developed a lot of congestion on my cheeks (probably slow cell turnover after menopause??). I tried using products with many different ingredients but it wasn’t until I used salicylic acid during the day that I started to see results. I use tretinoin 5 to 6 times a week at night but salicylic acid is what helped the congestion. I use a gentle 2% product.
Is it a wash off or leave on product?
Salicylic acid 5% + Benzoyl Peroxide 10% + Differin 5% killed my acne.
+ Always apply moisturiser after washing your face.
How would you know if salicylic acid is working? Should and can you feel it working?
For me it was very dramatic. Pimples were reduced and less inflamed in less than a week. But as in any beauty product. Try to use it for at least a month. And if there's no improvement then that means it's not working for you.
Could you discuss the difference between hyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate? Also, discuss sd alcohol 40 and alcohol denat! I have a ton of clients who I just can't get to understand all these ingredients and it's very frustrating. They all love you though and would listen to you since you're a doctor. Since I'm a cosmetics representative they think I'm just trying to sell them something and I don't know what I'm talking about regardless of all my education and training!
I started using an oil free face wash with salicylic acid for my acne and in three days i was pretty much completely clear except for the fact that it was so strong that my lips started almost like falling off and i cant smile because they crack open and it hurts so much so be aware that the product does work but its really hard on your dry areas. That also might’ve been because it was 2% salicylic acid which was way too rough as a starter product
They make it in 1 percent and .5 percent as well. However, I always use the 2 percent because it seems to work better for me.
Can you do a video on benzoyl peroxide please? It seems to work best on my skin but I don't know why.
Benzoyl peroxide kills bacteria
Jennifer Polley Oh... Yes, please! I've been thinking setting up a routine for myself because I've been having a lot of acne lately and I've been considering adding it to the list of products, but I do for sure want to know first how it works.
If benzoyl peroxide isn't working your acne is most likely not caused by bacteria or the dosage of benzoyl peroxide is too low the lowest is 2.5ml and the highest is 10% but you'll never get put straight on the highest dosage because you will have negative effects since acne is caused by hormones , excess oil production , hair follicles clogged by oil , dirt and dead skin cells and bacteria so diet and everything else is actually completely irrelevant and if diet or lifestyle change works for people they never actually had acne since acne doesn't have a cure it can only be treated
Eva Tovar
Eva Tovar my routine is a benzoyl peroxide wash twice a day and salicylic acid wipes once a way or after I sweat a lot. It helps
can you feature rosacea please? causes and treatments! been suffering for more than 20 years. thanks.
Neng Mena rosacea is more autoimmune disorder than infected follicles. I don't extract Rosales pustules. I use cool calming products.
Cynthia Ellis are there over the counter meds for it? thanks! 😃
Neng Mena azelaic acid
avoid spicy foods, hot temperature, and use tea tree oil products
You might want to read about Demodex. Rosacea can associated with Demodex, it was for me. Tea tree oil cleared up my acne, rosacea, and skin tags. Oh, and dry eyes! For your eyes you don't put tea tree oil directly in your eye I put a little on my fingertips - just moisten them- then squeeze my eyes shut and rub it into my lashes. I keep my eyes shut for about 5 minutes.
Make a video on how to get rid of acne stains
you mean acne scars? i mean i dont know what kind of acne scars you have. you can dm me on Instagram @/itsxodeb and i can help you on there :)
Hello doctor can you please make a video on how to treat stubborn under eye dark circles?
I've been putting Vaseline on my face overnight as a moisturizer and it seems to be reducing the inflammation of my acne. Is it actually helping my acne?
Be careful, Vaseline helps hair to grow, and I'm sure you don't want a hairy face! But I'm glad it's helping your acne x
Yes, it's protecting your skin's barrier and moisture content so your skin can do it's job and heal itself. You might want to check into CeraVe Healing Ointment. It's occulsive like Vaseline, but with more beneficial ingredients. 🖤
I used it yesterday for the first time and I am a combination skin, mostly dry but it has worked well for me
Any skin irritation occurred?
Love you, doc. But, it's "regardless" not "irregardless". 🙂
Or irrespective
Im pretty sure you can use either interchangebly
Thanks- I just got sayslic acid- I’ve been using it for 6 days- twice a day, and it’s causing my skin to get dry and flaky. So you recommend every other day
Wear that before bed after removing your makeup.For your dry skin moisturize your skin with lotion and serum during the day time
That Guy - I don’t wear makeup 😂, I’m a dude. And I got it figured it out. I’m using sayslic acid on the spots with the most blackheads * nose* two days a week- while I use benzoyl peroxide almost everyday for my acne on the sides of my face. It seems to be working really well, and the redness stoped. The bumps just fade into small dark spots that eventually clear up.
@@AlbertusSalvatierra Goodluck with your model career
That Guy - Yeah, no. I’m not in any form of modeling, I’m still a t e e n
@@AlbertusSalvatierra What is this comment section 😭😭😭😭😭
Hey Dr. Lee,
I am a curv-acious woman and I have some mermaid thighs. Every summer I dread wearing shorts or a skirt because of chafing. Could you do a video on what the thicker women of the world can do and use to help prevent that? I am sure I am not the only one missing wearing shorts on 90 degree days.
Moisturizer
Can you do a video on eczema? How do you treat it?
StariaL i have been suffering from eczema since i was in grade 4 now i am 19
Firstly use olive oil. It REALLY HELPS. also use the first aid moisturiser it helps people with eczema/rashes etc
GO to a dermatologist!!!!!
You get shots
They work to. Go see a dermintalegst. You will be 100% happy
Dr im having acne along the jawlines... what the best i can use?
It's hormonal acne.
Rashi Sharma I have it on my forehead what about that?
@ནꦎ༩꧞ꦫꦍ You also fuuuck.It's good.
It’s hormonal. You need to use birth control or a prescription from a derm
Please try DUAC Cream. It's a prescription. I wish someone told me about it years ago. I struggled with hormonal acne for years. Finally I saw my doctor. He told me to use it every night. I saw results extremely fast. I'm talking about 1- week. I've been on it for a good couple of months and I'm finally free from acne. I'm left with some scaring but a big difference. I hope this helps.
I use the ordinary salicylic acid 2 times a day, and my skin is fine. Thats a good sign right?
You could be over exfoliating
@@etheriusmoon1809 well it says on the description to use it 2 times a day. So I guess it's safe.
it says 2 times a week not day
@@mewome LMFAO
@@rayamarie7362 it's not funny bruh 💀. This person NOW could be suffering from cystic acne or damaged skin barrier.
Thank you for your videos Dr.Lee!! They are so informative!!!
if we shouldn't apply it to red irritated areas then how do you put it on acne or breakouts if those are usually red and irritated?
Hi Dr Lee
I've been getting into more "natural" skin care products, such as coconut oil or argan oil to moisturise
Id love to see a video on these sorts of products, if they work and how to use them
Thank you :)
! I’ve been using Cerave SA cleanser and their rough and bumpy skin lotion on my face and all the tiny bumps on my forehead have disappeared. I’m so glad I found SA
Hi beatiful! I have a question, do you use it in the morning and in the night? ( two times a day) ? Thanks
Maria Noel Fernandez yes I use it twice a day morning and night . The lotion is heavy so I literally use a pea size amount on my fore head since that’s where my bumps are
Maria Noel Fernandez I used the st ivys brand it’s black and green bottle, it also have SA in it . That is also my favorite that works for the bumps
@@jenniferbrook1720 thank you so much! I was actually scared that the SA would be too much to actually use it twice a day, but i am going to try to do it this way now. Thanks again!
Maria Noel Fernandez I’m not sure about jus pure SA but the products I mentioned I use twice a day and moisturize after. I also have combination skin type. Oily summer - dry winter
WOULD APPRECIATE NEW LESSON OR TWO DOC. THANK YOU!
Salicylic acid is amazing for killing odor causing bacteria as well so the s.a soaps are excellent for underarms
not to step on dr lee's toes cause i absolutely adore her, but salicylic acid has to be at the correct pH level or the exfoliating properties aren't effective
love the background info on this acid!
Regardless and irrespective are words.
Can you combine the use of salicylic acide with retinol?
chantalvanson yes SA in the morning and retinol at night
acne treatments contain salicylic acid , glycolic acid and benzoyl peroxide your best off asking an actual dermatologist but from what I've read it can be used together but retinol should only ever be applied at night because that's when the skin repairs itself and always wear an spf even if it's the lowest recommended spf which is spf 15 otherwise you'll cause dark sports/ hyper pigmentation which is a nightmare to correct
I remember my Dr suggesting using a SPF moisturizer with the 2% SA and I thought that was insane. I had oily skin, but with SA I had dry flaking while I adjusted to its use. So yeah, a moisturizer was the right call. Seems
Counter intuitive tho.
Hopefully you see this Dr. Lee!
Is there a difference between keratolytics and chemical exfoliants, or is "keratolytic" really just an umbrella term for anything that helps encourage cell turnover?
Like, is retinol considered a keratolytic?
Love your show and did you just say “irregardless”....?!😱😃😃
does salicylic acid works on acne scars?
Yes
Does it work on pigmentation
No.
So since I start using SA my bumps are gone like in a day, it’s still there and red but like less bumpy and almost flat 🥺 I use Paula’s Choice Body SA
did you not purge?
@@hailey6585 no nothing it just clears my skin
i use neutrogena rapid treatment pads and it was 5% salicylic acid but i also use neutrogena rapid clean stubborn acne cleanser which uses 10% benzoyl peroxide . my question is can i use both these products( same time ) to treat my acne . one is a treatment pad and one is a face wash .
Manas Patel You can use both with no negative effects, but only the treatment pad will have any real benefit.
You should only keep a cleanser on your skin for 10-20 seconds, and that's nowhere near enough to get the benefit. Leave-on treatments are the best, but you don't necessarily need 5% salicylic acid. If that causes any discomfort or redness (when it is supposed to reduce redness), you should reduce the frequency of use or percentage or both.
You should also likely be using a non-comedogenic moisturiser after the leave-on treatment!
Please make video on hidradenitis suppurativa treatment
I have closed comedones how often should I should a saclyic acid face wash and what other products should I use
I’m about to buy it but I feel like at first use it 2x a week then you can apply the nicinamide serum and a moisturiser if the next day your skin is red or you’ve broken out that’s probably purging so then don’t use the salicylic acid again till a few days
IRREGARDLESS. IS. A. WORD.
The word is used incorrectly more often than not, but it's actually supposed to be used emphatically. To elaborate, this is the example provided by a lexicographer for Mirriam-Webster:
"Dad, let me borrow the car. I'm a really good driver.”
"Regardless, I'm not comfortable.”
"Oh but come on. I'll get it detailed, and I'll put gas in it.”
"Irregardless, no.”
See? It's a pretty nifty little word, huh?
Remember that it's used for EMPHASIS to point to the end of a particular discussion or part of a discussion. So if someone is having a discussion about an in-depth subject, and they feel as if they need not provide further details, they can use it to help draw the lecture or conversation to a close.
Seriously... to the people whining about a word and trying to make yourselves feel better, you could have learned all of this by googling "Is irregardless a word?" -_- Ignorance is not admissible in the age of information.
Sanguine Wasted yes, exactly!! Very few know this... thanks for mentioning it 🙃
Irregardless people still like to moan and bitch !!
Maybe I could have punctuated that better lol😀
It's nothing but a redundancy. It is looked down upon because it is an irrelevant term compared to regardless 🙃
Saying 'irregardless' is like saying 'I could care care less'.
I use 10% salicylic acid as spot treatment once every three days
I'm concerned about the effects of alcohol, witch hazel and camphor in the formulation.
Susan S you shouldn't use any of those products on your skin
That's what I was thinking!
Dr. Sandra I need help. 20% salicylic acid peels don’t work on my skin anymore, and my acne is coming back. I don’t know what to do I can’t get rid of it, I’ve had it for 16 years now
She doesn’t do yt
Dr. lee can you please do a video of an acne regimen!! :)))
I’ve been using a salicylic acid face wash by clean and clear... I wash my face once a day. The cleanser says to use twice a day. My skin is so burned inflamed and itchy. It hurts so bad, I think i’m allergic. My acne has never looked better though lol
ats S how is it now
ats S ?
Steve Salas So it turns out I was allergic to the moisturizer I was using but I did give myself a mild burn. I’m much more cautious and don’t rub my face as hard, and my acne is looking quite good. So if you use any product with salicylic acid in it, don’t scrub too hard.
Can you do a video on treating dry skin
Having a hard time with Salicylic small amounts of BP and Tretinoin. I’m so dry. It’s crazy. :(
I wanna see you go head to head with Susan Yara. She once said that she could easily go head to head with you, a board certified dermatologist. 👁 👄 👁
I find the best thing to keep my skin amazing is neat essential lavender oil. It's like magic!
Must be the antibacterial quality. It’s great as a deodorant too…especially for children starting puberty and going through the smelly body odour stage.
I was wondering if salacylic acid face wash is as effective as the creams/serums
Its affective for me
It is for me.
Is it safe for a breastfeeding or pregnant? TIA
My skin was not that bad before but from few months imma getting this bumpy skin texture and having stubborn bumps on my forehead..... Can you please help and make video about that .....🥺
wart remover has around 12%-17% salicylic acid
In your animation it shows the clog shrinking from the acid but how does the shrunken clog come out of the skin without manually squeezing it out
I just need help with my blackhead I don’t have bad acne just blackheads 😭
Same
salicylic acid helps with blackheads as far as i know
Can you please do a video on Fungal acne.. how to get rid of it, what products to use
Chiku Namasiku anncy twinkle has a good video on this
@@tascha11 thank you
I have been using Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning and Retin A (Tretinoid) before bed.
But I am skipping the latter one almost every night---I did not have acne like a saw here or my son's kind ( which I haven't seen at all )--or blackheads. When I took my son to the Dr and he gave my son Tretinoid, I just asked if I could also take it---by the 80's , after a hysterectomy --I was taking Estrogen--just when I really started to feel like a human being, I had to have a mastectomy the Estrogen tablets were not OK--after pleading with him I took premarin vaginal cream....
R.I.P CHANNEL
Thank you Dr, what an informative video
💖
Does it helpful for removing warts?
Hey.........I find your videos really useful. I wanted to know the effects bleaching could have on skin and the frequency of it's appropriate use. 🤓
Any recommendation for someone who is allergic to salicylic acid? I am allergic to NSAIDs as well (Epi-Pen prescribed), but when I used salicylic acid products my face swells. But I am acne prone. I have been sticking to Glycolic Acid, but still have cystic acne sometimes
Summer there are products out there that contain beta hydroxy acid that is not salicylic acid. I can't remember what it's called but the CosRx Korean brand has that type of BHA
Summer I am not really allergic to salicylic acid but I have noticed that it causes me to have more acne instead of clearing my face. I personally use st. Ives coffee and coconut scrub and it has worked best for me. I hope that helps
Benzoyl peroxide washes are good.
Is salicylic acid only for oily skin? What if you just need a simple chemical exfoliant for normal skin?
Can you use salicylic acid wash then you apply neem oil at the same time ?
Brendah Douglas you would be fine to do so. You may want to premix it for easy application
@@dezzid.2558 What is neem oil??
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Thank you 🙏 Dr Lee I really need it to hear that.
Nice video. Nice details about Best Acid Face Washand it's best
I had 5 treatments done in a Dr office . I had it on my face, ears, and scalp . Boy did I peel . I was given a 30% . Mine was every 2 weeks and paid by my insurance . I am 65 when I did this for a preventive measure that’s why the insurance paid for it.
salicylic acid lime caviar the kind used in exfoliating foot masks (peel) can it be used on the face or for back acne scars?
Dr. Sandra Lee,
Could you post a video of products/brands you recommend for specific skin types? Also the 10 Step Korean Regimen of Skin Care is gaining popularity throughout the internet. Any opinion on the skin care system??
I'm suffering from acne since 7-8 years. undergoing through many types of treatments...including salicylic acid..chemical peels..and even laser treatments...but couldn't get a permanent cure for it...can u suggest something ?
aanchal sharma Try Accutane
I started using salcylic acid about a month ago from the ordinary...till now I dont see any major differences but I will continue trying it. I still have this one stubborn whitehead on my nose that does not want to go away...is there anything you guys know that can help?
can you get an allergic reaction by Salicylic Acid?
Curlyhairjojo yes you can, google salicylic acid burn
Is Aloe vera really helps to treat an acne?
Yes bro
I’ve used wipes before. They started to dry out my face and also it burned my eyes.
Used this decades ago for tinea versicolour.
Dr Lee can you do a video to talk about glycolic acid, Amlactin (lactic acid), and ceramides?
Is salicylic acid good for rosacea?
That and aloe gel together
I got some salicylic acid in my eye. Should I be concerned.
You should wash it out. And if any severe irritation occurs you should see your doctor.
No
I can not believe this doctor did not mention the fact the for salicylic acid to be effective it must have a proper ph
Can you do a video on sudden oily skin and loads of comedones bc I'm struggling
Anna Howley It's likely your food diet if it's not typical of how your skin usually is and came on suddenly.
Terri Boyd idk. I've been eating so healthy. But when I eat junkfood I don't break out. I'm not joking it's so weird.
Anna Howley That is weird. But could still be your diet. Grains and gluten can cause skin problems. I switched to a keto diet, no grains and my skin is completely clear. I also added hyaluronic acid and an oil to moisturize. Often times oily skin is a sign you actually have dry skin and the oil glands over compensate. I never thought I had dry skin because I've always been oily, but after using an oil for a moisturizer, I was shocked. My skin is very well balanced now. Not nearly as oily as it had been. I still get an oily nose, chin, t zone, but far less.
Anna Howley is your moisturizer too thick? do you use oil-free products? go to the dermatologist to find the best products for your skins needs!
It might be hormones. You should go see a dermatologist as they can diagnose better what's going on.
Something to try before that is do an elimination diet. If you're not diabetic take a fast day and then slowly add foods back. You might be reacting to something your eating.
is it okay to apply moisturizer after putting salicylic acid on pimeples?
omg i have the same question and i cant figure it out
hi Doc! i had verticolor on my face, i applied salicylic and it burns my face.. now i have this weird burnt spot on my face... how long should it heal after the burn?
Did she just say "irregardless"?
Amir Hz i heard that too
my first thaught was *mean girls* 😂
Amir Hz in some dictionaries, it's included as a word because of how often it's used now
is that not a word? i know a lot of ppl that say that. i say that. even ms word check doesn't correct it
Tara, "irregardless" is seen as a redundancy because "regardless" already means "despite the circumstances" so "irregardless" would seem to mean "despite despite the circumstances". It's kind of like using a double negative. Most dictionaries say that "irregardless" is an incorrect usage, but languages change all the time and it can be tricky to really say whether something is an "actual" word or not, since linguistics are more complex than that.
Hi ! Is it ok if I use salicyllic acid and niacinamide in the same routine then moisturize?
Yes thats fine. For more information check out this video:
th-cam.com/video/7KB2AEDjsQY/w-d-xo.html
He talks about skin care products that are safe to mix together. Skip to 5:17 if you don't like long intros 😁👍
what would you recommend for adult acne in women? I'm desperate
i use Paula's choice! I got the calm redness relief with Salicylic acid and it's helped me so much. I take vitex for my hormones/chin acne, lightly exfoliate with a warm konjac sponge, put on PC and then moisturise with jojoba oil. My skin has improved so much. I've never spent a decent amount on skin care until now but it has lasted ages and I'm really happy w the results. recommend!
I really discourage Paula's Choice. It made my acne SO bad I was eating out of straw because it was just too painful. The brand said it was "purging" but it went on for over 2 months. I couldn't handle it anymore. Instead I started researching Korean inspired multistep system. My night time routine is lengthy, but my skin is completely different than it was a year ago. I have found some of my holy grail products while I am still on the search for others. Focus on one step at a time. Don't spend a lot of money on cleansers because you wash them off in 60 seconds. Cerave is a great brand at the drugstore or Target and is also cruelty free.
My skin isn't perfect yet as I still have some cystic acne now and again. My dermatologist recommended me steaming my face between products. That is the #1 thing that helped my skin. It took work on my part, but in about 3 weeks my skin really started to change dramatically. Now I only need to do it once or twice a week, depending on my desire. I will do more if I am having a more than a couple of cystic spots.
Sari Na please go to a dermatologist to find the best fit for your skins needs.(-:
You are still beautiful no matter what