I couldn't find any info on the topic on her blog though I see her site sells some of them. My skin type is DRNW if it matters. Does she recommend them for everyone? How would she recommend using it if that's the case? Does the type of light the mask offers make a difference? Is it all just a fad?

What do you think about the Jan Marini Intervention Retinol Plus Mask? You apply a thin layer, wait 10 minutes, remove with wet washcloth.

Skin type 3 looking for help

Hello!

I am an aesthetic and wellness nurse practitioner. I am looking into carrying my first skin care line and really love derma med but haven't heard/seen much about it until I found your page which lead me to finding my skin type and I just LOVE all of this. I found that I'm a type 3. I have used only ZO for about 6 months and at first saw a big difference but now I am seeing small breakouts again. I have always had a clogged chin, acne scars and pigmented skin. It's gotten so much better since I've consistently done microneedling, peels and tox. But I have a long ways to go, in my opinion. Also, I have always thought ZO is rough on skin barrier do you have opinion on this? I was convinced for a quick minute it works but starting to change my mind. I'm going to list my current routine and what I'd like to introduce and see what you think. I also would love to focus on derma made, la Roche posay and revision products, maybe ZO if they have any products you like/recommend.

Am 1. Hypochlorous acid spray 2. ZO complexion renewal pad 3. Some days ZO exfoliating polish 4. ZO daily power defense 5. ZO firming gel 6. ZO growth factor serum 7. Neocutis eye cream 8. Vani cream lotion 9.tinted sunscreen (I switch, currently using it cc cream spf 50, I love used la Roche posay but makes me a little too oily, and I have used revision (too thick))

It's weird because the glowy stuff makes me feel/look oily but I also get dry SO easily.

Pm 1.double cleanse I change the cleansing oil/balm around- never sure what works 2. ZO cleanser 3. ZO Complexion renewal pads 4. ZO daily power defense 5. ZO retinol + acne 6. ZO growth factor 7. Neocutis eye cream 8. Vani cream

Before I started ZO I was using tret and worked up to .1 % but was told to stop with starting ZO.

I would love to hear your thoughts on these products to add and what you think i should take away.

These are a couple products I have now and would like to try

1. it INDUCTION THERAPIES- Advanced AX5 *10% TRANEXAMIC ACID

2. It INDUCTION THERAPIES C20+ FE 20% L-ASCORBIC ACID SERUM

3. All derma made trial size products.

4. Re introducing tret

I just need suggestions for my skin type with the main goal being brightness, making my skin happy not so back and forth between dry or oily, reducing texture and acne scarring, continuing to reduce clogged pores/acne breakouts, reduce crepey skin under eyes, neck, body (used necktifirm and did like that) and not feeling my sunscreen needs to be tinted! Makeup free would be my dream!

FYI: it does take me a longgggg time to get used to tret so I'm worried about that and love the idea of using derma mades version to start with. And I live in Missouri.

I'll post pics without the tinted sunscreen on and without tinted sunscreen right after skincare so my face is red. These are all taken right before I repeated my tox so around my eyes smooth out after.

Sorry for such a long post 😬

I’ve really enjoyed discovering my skin type and delving into what products are best for my skin type. Unfortunately I have so many products at home that I’ve purchased (I’m a bit of a skincare junky) that are not really suitable for my skin type. I plan to use up what I’ve purchased some, super expensive, and slowly purchase products more suited for my skin. My first (of many) questions is how to adjust for my perimenopausal bipolar skin. It literally changes from oily to dry weekly. Certainly it could be the products I’m using as the problem but it also occurs if I’m doing minimal skincare. Thankfully I have no major issues except hyperpigmentation that I’ve struggled with all my life. My wrinkles are there but not severe. I’m 47 female Fitzpatrick VI.

I’d be interested in whether there is anything besides your skin type quiz I should be doing during this perimenopause period. Should I take the test multiple times a month, lol? Appreciate all advice

Hey everyone! I’ve always understood that if you have melasma, you generally stay on brightening agents year-round, and that the only time you really need a “break” is if you’re using hydroquinone long-term.

Lately, I’ve been hearing more about taking a “tyrosinase inhibitor holiday,” but there doesn’t seem to be a lot of clear info out there. Do we keep using prescription retinoids during that time? And what kind of non-tyrosinase inhibiting ingredients can help maintain an even skin tone in the meantime?

Would really appreciate product suggestions too — I’ve got oily, acne-prone skin and melasma. Thanks in advance!

Hi Dr. Baumann, so I tried to show the best I could on photo of my texture (photo shows part of my cheek and jaw) I am wearing sunscreen so that is why it looks a little shiny. I have been using Alastin skin nectar for inflammation I had gotten from one treatment of Morpheus done last year in February. I have always had large pores on my cheeks but my skin became this texture from the Morpheus and I’m guessing it did not help to have a hydrafacial done 4.5 months after that Morpheus treatment- but! Wondering about my texture. The Alastin skin nectar, which you had recommended- thank you thank you for that! because I can see it has been helping definitely overall (been using for about 4 weeks now) but will it help with texture? Should I go to Plated intense serum maybe after I’m done with this bottle of skin nectar? (seems like bottle is almost done)- would the plated help with both texture and the inflammation or can you please recommend what I can use for texture? Thank you so much always!!

Now that I have improved the resilience of my skin (yay!), I want to try to reincorporate a straight LAA back into my morning regimen. I'd like to use either SC CEF or the Obagi. I also use Plated AM and PM though, and I know that complicates things.

If I use them on alternating days does that defeat the purpose of the vit C? I don't think I have enough time in the morning to split up the application, and even then I'm not sure how to do it. Is it possible to still get close to maximal benefit if I use the LAA and Plated on alternating days?

Thank you! 😊 ❤️

This is not surprising. Many BO products have this issues.

Here is a blog I wrote awhile back. In it I talk about what you can use instead.

I often don’t use BP in my acne patients anyway- especially dry types.

When I do prescribe BP I use a wash off version so this is not an issue.

What are you going to use instead of La Roche Posay Effaclar BP?

Have you ever wondered how we validated our skin care quiz? Or how we test the products on various skin types?

The 75 th anniversary publication of the Journal of Cosmetic Science has an article I wrote on AI generated skin care routines. It discusses the science and research behind our skin type quiz, product recommendations, and custom skin care routines. It explains how dermatologists and other doctors tested the system for over a decade.

I’m so excited to be asked to write this article on AI generated skin care routines.

If you have time to read it- I would love to hear your thoughts. Link is above.

So I already use Plated Intense and don't plan on stopping it. I know GF always has to be applied first, otherwise it can't penetrate. As far as I know, you don't sell Zo products. But I'm curious Dr. B if you have any thoughts or an explanation as to why Zo Growth Factor is supposed to be applied last in a routine. How does the product work if it goes on after all your other serums?

I was thinking of adding ZO's product in the morning because it won't get in the way of vitamin C application since it has to go on last. But if it doesn't actually do anything when it's applied last, or can't possibly work because it is applied last, then I'm not sure how I feel about it.

Editing to clarify: Just to clarify, while my question is about the ZO product, I am more broadly curious about the potential for a GF to be effective if it is not applied at the beginning of a regimen. Based on my understanding of the mechanism by which a GF works, it seems implausible and unlikely for it to have an effect if it is not applied first. I read that the ZO GF functions on the surface of the skin. So, is it possible for a GF that does not penetrate the skin, and thus relies solely on paracrine signaling, to have the same impact as other products in the exosome/GF category?

TIA!

Do you notice that some skin types are more common than others? I've noticed a LOT of DSPWs on here, but that may be because that skin type is so challenging? Just curious!

hoping I could get some advice. I’m a skin type 3 dspw and still having issues with comedones, rosacea and pie. My current routine is Sarah ford cleanser am and pm epicutis lipid serum am and pm lumielle glass skin toner pm only (I did just start this last week) and Sarah ford moisturizer am and pm and Colorescience classic spf. I did order the co2 carboxy mousse to start possibly using as my am moisturizer but I was just wondering if this routine is ok for my skin type or if there’s things I should change?

I’ve been dealing with acne since before my pre teens. I have extremely congested skin and it’s also very very sensitive. I’ve seen multiple Derms and they all either give me a strong dose of Tretinoin or Accutane. Ive also tried Spironolactone and that didn’t do anything at all. Curology majorly helped but only for a bit. Now I’m using benzoyl peroxide facial cleanser, adapalene, and salicylic acid once a week. I give my skin breaks and use a lot of calming toners and creams to try to not ruin my skin barrier any more than it already is. But the acne scars, the dry patches, the redness, and the acne are wearing. It’s painful and annoying. Any suggestions would really help. Whenever I stop my actives and just focus on moisturizing and helping my skin barrier my acne flares and gets way worse because my skin gets more congested. I’ve attached photos of my skin and my products. Let me know if there’s anything I should switch out or better how I should properly implement these products in my routine.

Has anyone tried these? I have not. My skin is so sensitive that I don’t want to risk it. But I keep getting asked about it. Any thoughts? I can’t quite understand the purported benefit of this product. “Increasing oxygen” can increase oxidation. What does this product do? Any what is the science on it? And does it really work?

What is the best routine for mature skin- age 72. I have been to the clinic years ago and I had combination skin, maybe the purple color

I’m 60 Type 3 with lots of sun damage from my misspent youth. I get a Fraxel yearly, which really helps to get rid of sunspots. I use SPF religiously but would like to add a brightening cream/serum to help maintain my skin between the yearly fraxel treatments. There are so many on your site! Which ones do you recommend ?

Someone asked this but I cannot find the conversation so I’ll post it here

Dr Youm, the barrier scientist from S Korea who makes Zerafite just got back to me.

The Zerafite Wrinkle Defense and the Zerafite Brightening Barrier Repair Creams both have 2% niacinamide.

In my opinion - this is a good amount because too much is irritating. I have seen patients get red rosacea flares from 5% and 10 %.

Wondering if Alastin is worth the price? I think they are!! Here is why ( I have received no payment from Alastin for this post or youtube video)

This interview with Dr Widgerow is for all you science lovers who want to understand anti-aging skin care.

Hi Dr. Baumann, I found out at Baumann Cosmetic office that gentle antioxidant cleanser is no longer available and was told an alternative is Medature Plantract Cleansing Gel. Just wanted to run it by you if my skin type is ok for that (I realized I didn’t give my skin type on the phone when I asked). Or do you feel there’s a different alternative in place of the gentle antioxidant cleanser?

Hi Dr. Baumann - I'm going on 57 and skin is in pretty good condition due to prevention, mostly concerned with lines around eyes and sagging. I've been incorporating various products you recommend and unsure if it's overkill at this point:

Day: Wash face in shower rotating with Cetaphil and Skinmedica AHA (til run out); then Skinceuticals Vitamin C (may switch to Dermamade $); Alloy Estrogen cream (rotating with remaining Skinmedica TNS which will discontinue when finished); Neocutis firm eye cream; recently Zerafite barrier repair; finally Elta MD (may try out Pavise next).
Night: Wash with Essopi Hydroxy Cleanser, add Plated and wait 5-10 minutes; Neocutis firm eye cream; Alloy Tretinoin 0.028% and Algenist Genius Sleeping Collagen Moisturizer.

If I'm using Plated at night should I be able to get rid of Tretinoin, Vitamin C, Estrogen (what are your thoughts on Estrogen cream efficacy?)? Are a lot of these products basically doing the same thing? Curious as I'm not treating anything specific, mostly trying to prevent. Thank you!

I just found this sub after seeing the add on Facebook reels, taking the test, looking at product recommendations and not liking them (unfamiliar, expensive or break me out). I looked up my skin type on TikTok, found the posts about this sub and am here now! Thank you for having this information, tools and yourself to help us!

I’ve been dealing with cycles of recurring cystic acne for almost a decade now along with very clog prone skin. Pretty much threw the kitchen sink at my face, including multiple rounds of spiro, prescription topicals and peels from dermatologists. I’ve found I don’t like most of CeraVe’s or La Roache products, some breaking me out or cleansers drying my skin out. Heavier moisturizers like CeraVe or Vanicream in the tubs seem to break me out as well as fermented ingredients.

I’ve been trying to take a more holistic approach since with the use of acne supplements like this for a more well rounded treatment as well as probiotics. I’m working on cutting down on pre packaged foods too.

My current routine isn’t exactly militant. I have a range of products I try to skin cycle to avoid overdoing it on the actives and destroying my barrier (again 🫠).

Cleansers:

Bioderma micellar first “cleanse”

Tula cult classic baseline cleanser

Tula all star sulfur for active acne

Toner/essence:

Haruharu black rice every day

Purito

Naturium Niacinamide zinc when not using topicals

Treatments:

Topicals faded for PIE spots

Lancôme clarifique for texture/clogged pores when I feel my skin can’t handle retinol

Remedy retinol/salicylic acid occasional use only when I feel my skin can handle it

Pair spot treatment for the juicy boys

Moisturizers:

Clinique moisture surge moisturizer, spray and mask

La Roach cicaplast

Zinc oxide cream pm over rest of skincare when my skins feeling extra dry

Naturium barrier bounce, just started using again to test if it breaks me out

Other:

Pyunkang Yul Peeling Gel when I’m peeling

Hypochlorus acid stopped using on my face, think it made acne worse

Peels (rare use):

Jessner’s multi acid

Mandelic 40%

I’m curious about switching some of my products and simplifying what’s in my rotation for a few products from Experiment Beauty. Would they be suitable for my skin needs?

Specifically, I feel my skin is dried out by my cleanser and can’t seem to ever be fully satisfied by any moisturizer I try. That could be exacerbated by hot showers a the Michigan cold though. I like the Clinique ones I listed well enough but think there might be a better fit out there.

I need some routine advice on improving my skin texture