Before i start anything, a bit of disclaimer, i mean, a huge one, I AM NOT AN EXPERT. This is just base on my research and experience. Then, if you think this routine is suitable for all skin type, NO. To be damn FLAWLESS, NO! To be fairer, also a HUGE NOOO! Lastly, this is not a routine that require A WEEK OR A MONTH, it needs more time and patience. Also, COMMITMENT! CONSISTENCY! Yeah, a friendly reminder, you do need some budget. Trust me, skin care is as expensive as make up. Sometimes, A LOT MORE EXPENSIVE. Ok, lets begin.
Firstly, please please identify your skin type. Is it oily, combination, dry, sensitive, acne prone.
Then, do some brief research about your own skin. Mine, oily and and acne prone skin. I get hormonal acne easily especially during my period or stressful week. Yes people, there are different types of acne. I mean, you must differentiate between pores, white and black heads, acne and whatever that is on your face.
Most of the acne is cause by bacteria that is why some people would take some kind of anti bacteria pills and such for acne problem. If you the kind of person who seldom get acne or just a certain areas, identify the areas. Trust me, it would be helpful to curb your acne problem. Sometimes, since you change to a new shampoo, a lot of acne on your forehead, if your acne is more chronic on your left or right cheek, probably due to you sleep on that either side more often. In order to curb it, change to a new shampoo or whatever..
I personally have acne more on my right cheek because i sleep on my right side often. I am not that rajin to change my pillow case everyday or every week, so i would put a piece of small cloth ( a thin and breathable) on my pillow. I wouldnt have to change my pillow case everyday but i would wash that cloth every week or every 4-5 days. Sometimes i would just terbalik kan the cloth :') Yet again, its up to you.
Ok, moving on. Secondly, do some research about the product you want to use. What i did, i find what is good for my skin, then i do the research about the ingredients THEN only i find myself the products. You would be surprise of what kind of product that existed and good for your skin.
Then, make yourself a routine. Be consistent with it at least 3 months or until you are out of the product. Aint nobody got lot of cash.
I am not here to say, "Eat healthy, Drink a lot of water, Avoid oily foods, Dont stress up, Avoid bla bla..." As a student, i understand how busy, stressful and just everything about not being able to do so. It is all up to you, if you expect the results fast, do drink a lot of water and eat healthy foods and such. One of the reason of my late result was due to the bla bla bla that i ignore.
Here is my routine, the products that i used for the pass almost 3 months. And some suggestions too.
I wake up every morning, i wash my face with this .
and i used this to wash my face,
Then, i would dry my face with tissue paper, seriously, avoid using towel even if it is towel face.
Tone your face with any toner you love. Honestly, i dont really have a favourite. For me, as long as it suits your skin type, then it is alright. What i am using right now is the first picture, the second picture is what i wanted to use but im waiting for the first one to finish first.
i would recommend this too.
But, please, it depends on your budget and your skin type~
Then, i would moisturize my face with this and added sunblock too. Seriously, sunblock is important! It would reduce your winkle when you get older.
I let my face dry a bit, i would apply some powder to avoid my face look too oily. If you dont like your face to feel watery, i dont recommend the biore sunblock. The reason i choose watery essence sunblock because it is easier for me to take my ablution (wuduk) during class break.
If i feel like doing it, i would apply the moisturizer after the prayer.
If you feel your skin is drying, just apply it. It is important to keep it hydrated. For my high pigmentation, due to acne scars and such, i used this in certain areas.
At night before i sleep, i would scrub my face daily. With this,
Just gently scrub your face. I love it because it is not harsh, and the main ingredient is salicylic acid. It if good for acne prone skin.
Then, i would tone my face with the same toner. Then i apply this acid. 3 drops, forehead, left and right cheek.
Lastly, i apply oil on my face. 3 drops~ The oil id the combination of olive oil and the rosehip seed oil. You can get the olive oil from any supermarket. I know people use it for cooking ;) Make sure it is extra virgin olive oil~ The rosehip oil, any brand could do. Find the one with reasonable price.
Thats it!
For someone with skin like me, salicylic acid, lactic acid, AHA BHA, rosehip seed oil, olive oil helps A LOT! Especially to reduce the scars. Dont expect for no pimples forever or a week of changes. No no no no noooo. Your skin barrier is genius, dont doubt it so treat it well~ IF you only have problem as certain area, do find a product in small quantity and apply at that area only! If you have extra money, meet the dermatologist. They might recommend you a better products. Like i said, i am not an expert. This works for me.
About mask, honestly, i am not that rajin lah to wear. What i would recommend, clay aztec mask plus apple ciger. It smells like nightmare but it smoothen your skin. DOnt expect for it to peel your acne and such. Wash it gently with warm water. It might work because i see a lot of reviews about it but i dont really apply it weekly so, im not sure.
Yes, why I DONT RECOMMEND ANY LOCAL PRODUCTS??? BECAUSE MOSTLY ARE TRASH! Seriously.
At first i tried nurraysa soap, i used like 4 bars of it, nothing. I tried this serum, noufa or apatah its brand, 3 bottles, nothing. FYI, each bottle cost rm40 after discount LOL
What i love it but its not my favourite is kak maria's products.
I purchased it and honestly, i love both spray and the toner a lot. I would purchase it again after current products finish. One of the reason why i like it, because it cost a bit. SUMPAH MURAH. The products are organic, no chemical harsh and such.
I wanted to use organic products only but most of the one i tried were not working for me and it cost a fortune for one. That is why i decided to use the chemical products THATS WHY I DID MY RESEARCH ABOUT IT FIRST!
Please people, the products that show a huge differences in less than a month could contain mercury and harsh chemicals without you realizing it. I am not accusing but it might be. It is just a friendly advise.
Yeahhhhh lastly, before changing products, do rest your face at least a week, avoid applying the whole face for the first time, try am area to ensure it does not cause any effect on your skin. Andddd, justtttt a friendly advise, again, take a break from all the make up. I rest my face for a long time, make up for only event attending. Even on a date, i avoid applying foundations.
Still, its up to you~ Its your own skin.
I am not saying that the products is the only reason for my better skin, alhmdulillah God allows my skin to improve. Seriously, now, my skin is healthier and much clearer. It took 2/3 days for my acne swollen to cool down now. I am still working on it.
Last last last, you are beautiful no matter with or without the clear skin. I found a guy that look through me instead of only physically.
We started dating while my face was breaking out. LOL
now my skin is soo much better but i dont have the picture right now. If you followed me on my ig, you know how much it does to me. :)
thank you for reading until this very end!! Hope some of the tips are helpful~
This is my improvement~
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