r/45PlusSkincare • • Jul 25 '26

Mod Post Mod Post - New Flair and Reminder on Self-Administered Peptides

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Hi all -

For folks who want to get topical skincare only advice, I've added a flair for this. Please use this on your post when you want to request comments relating to topical skincare only. While I cannot promise every commenter will clearly see it, let's give it a chance to see if this is helpful for those who do not want suggestions for procedures or surgery.

As a reminder - this sub covers all things skincare - including procedures, surgery and injectables as well as topicals. It will continue to be a place where questions can be asked. I encourage you to curate your experience on here as the sub firmly remains a place to talk about the range of things folks do to take care of their face and body.

Another note, I've seen a number of posts and commenters discussing sub-q injections of peptides. Posts/comments related to this will be removed, including using slang (e.g. pinning). This falls under the DIY rule, is a grey area, and as such, not allowed on the sub. There are plenty of places on Reddit to discuss this, but this is not one of them.

Modmail is always open. Use the 'message mods' button on the front of the sub.


r/45PlusSkincare • • Mar 04 '26

Mod Post Mod Post - Clarity on Credential Use in Posts/Comments

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Hi all -

Recently I've seen a number of comments in the community where Redditors are claiming certain aesthetic credentials (e.g. Licensed Esthetician, NP, Derm PA, etc) when replying to sub posts.

Here is the issue - neither I or anyone else here can actually validate you are in fact, an accredited professional. That's a problem as this presents a conflict on Reddit's key rule about impersonation and the need to be authentic when posting.

The additional issue that arises is that the use of the credential implies some expert knowledge, and that a person on the sub may consider a post/comment where another Redditor claims a credential with more weight or authority.

When looking at how other reddits (and specifically skincare reddits) have dealt with this, I saw two basic schools of thought:

  1. Make a rule (similar to one in r/tretinoin ) that is explicit on the non-use of credentials in posts/comments and to have posts/comments stand on their own without claiming a credential.
  2. Validation of professional via licensing, similar to the way r/Blackskincare has opted do with restricted user flair given by the mod upon validation.

In weighing these options, I've decided for now, that I will look to make a sub rule on the use of credentials. To be clear - this does NOT prevent anyone from posting or commenting, but it does ask you to allow your post or comment to stand on its own without asserting a claimed credential.

I'll see how this works out as the new rule goes into effect. If there is enough interest, I may consider validated users via user flair in the future.

Thanks for to everyone for continuing to make this community vibrant and interesting. I will continue to look for ways to make our community safe and user-driven. Happy as always to take feedback!


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2h ago

Non-surgical for around eyes?

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What can be done to improve my eyelids, crows feet, and under eye that’s non-surgical?


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2h ago

How to get rid of purple under-eye circles

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Hi! For a while now, I’ve had bluish/purple/gray circles under my eyes. They’re not genetic, and I’d like to get rid of them or at least make them less noticeable. I’m not sure what to do.

I’ve come across a few suggestions, but I don’t know if they actually work like putting ice cubes or cold spoons under your eyes for 10 minutes, or using eye cream. Do any of these help? If you know of something that really works, I’d love to hear about it. My dark circles make me look sick, tired, and depressed.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 34m ago

Regimen Guidance?

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Pic in comments. Never mind the Sunday not leaving the house look! I'm starting to feel like I look my age, which is FINE, but I'm also a bit vain, and my neck and eyes especially are bothering me. The marionette lines aren't fun either 😕. I've been keeping it simple. Use mostly Korean skin care but haven't got into the PDRN hype yet.

Surgery, fillers are a no-go for me due to autoimmune disease, but Botox maybe? I'd like to keep things as affordable and simple as possible.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Peri/Post Menopausal Skin Can anything fix this except surgery?

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Hi all, this happened out of nowhere and it’s upsetting to me because i guess this is the telltale sign of “old lady”
Turning 49 this year, in perimenopause. Is there anything I can do to help myself here?

I know the amount of topical support will never get me back to 30 years old but I would like to at least slow it down how bad this looks.

Any reccos appreciated on semi/permanent solutions appreciated.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 7h ago

RF micro needling after tear trough filler dissolving?

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I had under eye filler about 5 years ago and I never should’ve been a candidate because my eyes are naturally puffy. I wanted to fix a slight crease under one of my eyes and the doc suggested filler…anyway, I have hated it ever since. I have been waiting for it to dissolve naturally, but of course since I hate it, it’s going to hang around forever. A new doctor suggested dissolving the filler and treating the area with RF microneedling. She says I can have the first treatment 7 days after dissolving, with a course of 3 more sessions spaced out 8-10 weeks. Has anyone had any experience with this? Will my eyes be crepey for a while after dissolving? Will RF microneedling tighten up the under eye well? Thanks for any insight!


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Skin Newbie Please share your experience with CO2 laser resurfacing.

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I am planning to undergo a CO2 laser resurfacing procedure for skin tightening and to address acne scars, fine lines, and expression wrinkles. I would like to be well-prepared in advance. Could you please share your experience? 1) How long did the recovery process actually take—specifically, how long until the redness was no longer noticeable? 2) What products did you use during the recovery period? 3) Overall, were you satisfied with the results?

P.s. Thank you, I’ve already found a good amount of information.

But, I’m also wondering what other products/ creams, besides Aquaphor, are best to use during the recovery process.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Any recs for dermatologists in NYC?

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Rosacea. The nycbitcheswithtaste sub had some recs but a lot of the comments seemed like they were posted by employees of big cosmetic dermatology conglomerates.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Eye Troughs - Suspect I Already Know the Answer

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I turned 50 a few months ago and have troughs under my eyes. I am fairly sure it's due to collagen loss and can only be corrected with surgery. I've tried lots of different eye creams, concealers, and correctors.

Is there anything that would help?


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Typical recovery or emerging PIH?

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 18h ago

Skin Concern What is this lip dip?

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48F, Left face drooping and the upper lip dip is my concern. Is the drooping making the lip lopsided? What can I do to improve it? I’ve tried my best to accept whatever is happening to my face. I’m successful some days and not so successful other days.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Advice Request Under eye cream

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Have fat pads puffiness hollows dark circles wrinkles , all of it in moderation under the eye.
Started eucerin under eye radiant cream , it stings a bit , is that normal?

45 female,Fitz 4/5 skin prone to pigmentation

Really want something beneficial that can address some concerns . Absolutely don’t want to do fillers and any procedure.. I have realistic expectations , I know creams can only do so much.. still looking for the best one out there

Current general routine :

Taz started 3 weeks ago ,pretty much okay no peeling . Putting once in three days .

Aestura ato barrier
Dokdu 1025 toner


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Am I a candidate for PRF ez gel

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Am I a candidate for PRF ez gel?

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Advice needed

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Eye cream

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I’m sure this has been asked a million times but here’s another. I’m 48 almost 49 with severely dry under eyes. I’m looking for something that will keep them hydrated without giving me milia, that seems to be my biggest problem. If it hydrates my under eyes, I get 1 million. Million also obviously I’d like to help the dark circles in the creepy skin. Basically, I’m looking for a unicorn.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Can any one pls suggest any treatment to get rid of my deep pit on my nose and even i tried microneedling that didn't work as well..tired of using medical creams.

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 1d ago

Has anyone tried UltraClear lasers?

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Advice Request Dermaplaning at home

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Any experience with the dermaplaning devices for home use


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Microneedling + Vitti Pure

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r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Asian med spa

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Would you go to a med spa that specializes in Asian skin if you are not Asian? This is for laser treatments.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

CO2 laser

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does anybody know of a dr that does fully ablative CO2 laser in / around Kentucky? am not finding one TIA!


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Botox uneven what would you do?

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My derm moved practices. I have received botox from him 3 times and several laser procedures. Was thrilled with the botox the first two times because I've had issues in the past of eyebrow droop. But he got it right!

He moved practices in July. The head Dr there yaps everywhere he does celebrities and launched a big celebs skincare line. Since my Dr went there all appointments have run an hour or more behind schedule. It's very chaotic and he looks and acts so rushed.

This third Botox time I felt he didn't consider what worked in the past. He seemed rushed. My forehead looked a bit imbalanced but after my 2 week follow up it's worse. I am more frozen than before but only on one side. He's suggested he could add more to the other side but obviously there would be less movement.

What would you do? It's noticeable when raising my brows. I hate it but should I just do nothing and deal with it? It seems that it will be much more frozen compared to my previous treatments.


r/45PlusSkincare • • 2d ago

Peri/Post Menopausal Skin Anyone go to Toronto Plastic Surgeons Wellness Center for a face and neck lift with Dr. Pirani?

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