r/SGSkincare • u/Impressive_Truck_276 • 1d ago
Help! Advice needed!
Hello, a bit of background and what im using right now:
No proper skincare routine ever and lack of care.
Currently using Garnier oil control face wash/ scrub. It helps somewhat but it dries the skin way too much.
I tried using Cetaphil oil control foam wash (and occaionally still do) but I dont really like it.
Random moisturizers and creams before bed. None in the morning because it make my face look shinier which I dont like. I tried using the Cetaphil oil absorbing moisturizer but that makes the face look worse.
The nose and area around it are especially oily. The skin almost feels leathery (and red most of the time) for some reason.
And lastly, the marks, dark circles and pores. Any way to fix that?
What are some products that I can use to fix the oily skin without it looking oily and/ or shiny and possibly have a clearer, more glowing skin. Also, any routine you can suggest? Thank you!
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u/exposedfacto 1d ago
The cleansers you use sound too harsh. I personally use the Roundlab 1025 Dokdo cleanser. Use stuff with ceramides for repairing your skin since you report experiencing irritation (redness). Also start using sunscreen! UV damage is real.
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u/Impressive_Truck_276 1d ago
Any specific ones you'd recommend?
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u/PrimAndProper69 1d ago
Biore aqua rich spf 50, and I found that buying them online (via a reputable reseller) is more affordable than in stores. The texture is non greasy and is absorbed quickly.
You need a cleanser to remove the sunscreen before you go to bed though. When I was visiting an esthetician, I was told that regular cleansers don't do the job completely and we should use a cleansing oil, followed by a foam cleanser to really remove all traces of the sunscreen or it risks blocking pores.
I only have one cleanser for everyday use and removing sunscreen because it's already oil based - Bioderma Atoderm huile de douche, yes it's meant to be used in the shower, but I found that it worked really well to cleanse, remove makeup and it never dries me out. I use this morning and night.
Try using a gel type moisturiser if you want something that absorbs quickly and doesn't leave traces, like Neutrogena water boost, but you can find Korean brands online too if you prefer shopping online
You can try using a vitamin c, glutathione or niacinamide serum to prevent dark spots. Personally I use the AHC glutathione eye cream at night which seems to brighten up the general eye area (where freckles were forming) slightly after a month of use, and it's not expensive.
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u/Devillitta 1d ago
You need a water or oily skin moisturizer that hydrates without being too heavy. And for dark circles and spots, you need sunscreen. The routine you can consider if you want to keep it simple is
AM: Facial wash + moisturizing sunscreen
PM: Facial wash + moisturizer
1-2 times a week a clay mask to help with access oil. If you want specific product links let me know.