This is exactly what i was looking for! I was unsure about the 30 mins gap between salicylic acid and niacinamide but your video cleared my confusion! Lots of love from India.❤️
Hi Melissa, please I have a question Can i use cerave hydrating cream to foam cleanser and ordinary 2%salicylic acid serum and then cerave moisturizing lotion?it would be great if you reply ❤️🩹✨️.
Hi Melissa , please i have a question Which is the better moisturizor to use while i’m using salicylic acid cleanser and niacinamide serum ? My skin is oily
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet oh then which do u think it’s better -Cerave Facial moisturizer lotion Or -Cerave daily lotion Or -la roche effaclar mat 💙 thanks
hey melissa it might be late im not sure if you will see this but if you can please help i have AM 1. cerave foaming cleanser 2.salycilic acid & naiacinimide acid (the ordinary) 3. Neotroguena sunscreen PM 1.cleanser 2. Serums 3.neutrogena water gel moisturizer Would this be a proper and good way to use these products?
Hi Melissa, love your vids. I’ve been struggling (since my breakout last year) with large pores, redness and uneven texture on my cheeks. Do you think my routine is suitable to treat these problems? Am: La roche effaclar cleanser Cerave moisturizer La roche spf Pm: Effaclar cleanser The ordinary niacinamide Paula’s bha/ the ordinaty retinol 0.2 (i alternate these 2) Cerave moisturizer Thanks for your help 💪
Which CeraVe moisturizer do you use? Because that may be too heavy for your skin. But apart from that, BHA should work well to smoothen your skin texture, and the retinol should help too. Still, I find the Ordinary Retinol formulations not great. You may be better off with a gel or lotion-like texture, but they are way more expensive 😕. And for how long have you been using that routine? And also, this would be the correct order of application: Am: La Roche Posay Effaclar cleanser Cerave moisturizer La roche spf Pm: Effaclar cleanser Paula’s BHA/ The Ordinary retinol 0.2 (i alternate these 2) The Ordinary Niacinamide Cerave moisturizer
Either one of them can work. It mainly depends on your budget. The PC exfoliant also has a bit of an 'oilier' texture that The Ordinary doesn't have. However, the PC BHA gel doesn't have that oily feel to it.
Hi Melissa!! I loved your video but i have a question can i use 2% Niacinamide+2%Salicylic acid cleanser with 2% salicylic acid serum nd 5% Niacinamide serum? It would be great if u reply 💗
Generally, using a salicylic acid serum after the salicylic acid cleanser increases the risk of irritation and dryness over time. Therefore, I suggest keeping them separate.
Hi, amazing video, thank you! Maybe I missed something, but what exactly is the reason why there is no need to wait between salicylic acid and niacinamide? Salicylic acid has slightly higher pH's, which means niacinamide has to be applied at least 30 minutes afterwards to avoid the products ''cancelling each other out'', or am I wrong?
No, that is not true. But I know that article 😕 It would only be the case for the powder, and it is a concern for the chemist to formulate the product. So let's say you have Niacinamide powder at home and mix it with your acid, then the problem may arise because you mixed them in their pure forms without stabilizing them. The flushing that rarely happens is not because the pH is influenced but simply because the amount of Niacinamide is too high for your skin to tolerate. And some people experience it; I am one of them. But it also happens with Niacinamide only when not using the acid; for me, it happens with Paula's Choice 20%. It generally is more visible with the exfoliant since it loosens the dead skin cells, making Niacinamide or generally active ingredients that follow absorb better into the skin, so your skin is overwhelmed with its amount.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thanks a lot, it makes total sense! And now I see that Paula's Choice BHA has definitely lower pH, so there shouldn't be any contradictions regarding that either.
Hi Melissa, how do I implement the ordinary glycolic acid toner, paulas choice salicylic acid liquid exfoliant and the ordinary niacinamide into my routine? When is it best to use those AM or PM? Thanks
In that case, use your Niacinamide in the AM and then alternate between your Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid Exfoliant in the PM. Adjust the frequency of use based on your skin tolerance. You can use Niacinamide in the PM too, but you do not have to if you're already using it daily in the AM.
I use Cerave cleanser & then the ordinary salicylic acid & niacinamide. I use this morning and night but I also have the cerave retinol and vitamin C serum. I've been using all of them 2 times a day which I assume is bad so I'm not sure what days I should use what and how often a day I use the items. I have moisturizer and sunscreen that I use for night and day at the end but I'm a bit lost. I am glad your video showed I can combine the serums but i still am a bit lost. Apparently I wasn't even applying the serums correctly
Hey! :) For how long have you been following your current skincare routine? How's it going so far? Well, an example routine could look like this: AM: - Cleanser - Vitamin C - (Optional) Moisturizer - Sunscreen PM 1: - Cleanser - Salicylic Acid - Niacinamide - (Optional) Moisturizer PM 2: - Cleanser - CeraVe Retinol (it already contains Niacinamide) - (Optional) Moisturizer Alternate between PM 1 and PM 2 :)
Hello Melissa, I have a few questions to share with you. I suffer from large pores and I had a past with fungal pimples. I treated them using Nizoral shampoo, and now it has been a year since the treatment. Can I treat my pores without getting fear into fungal pimples? / now i started buying products first Cerave hydrating face wash and Cerave resurfasing retinol serum What should I buy to complete ?/Bha liquid exfoliant or what and how can I combine the products if I buy it and if i but Cerave SA cleanser instead of Cerave hydrating cleanser how i will compine with this 3 products and should i apply sun screen the next day of using my retinol . thank you too mush for every advice
Hello, do you still struggle with fungal acne? If so, I highly advise consulting a doctor or dermatologist (if you can) to get medical treatment for it. And after that, you can have a "regular" skincare routine :)
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I completely recovered from it and disappeared a year ago. I have been using my cleanser and retinol 10 days ago, but the pores are increasing in size in the forehead area. What do you advise me to add to the cleanser and retinol? Yes, I remembered that the first four days I noticed an little improvement in the pores, but after that its get back to same suffering, why do you think?maype its normal /my question is 》 should i get moisturizer and sunscreen also salicylic acid product (which you recommend me) to add my routine for more protecting ?
Hi, i have combination skin, which is very sensitive, with large pores, and redness can i still use these products or recommend other products which can help,lm currently using Cetaphil gentle cleanser and Nivea q10 face cream, now I want to get rid of pores redness and dehydration, thanks for your help.
Hey! It's great to see that you're still around! Are you still battling with your redness? The areas you experience redness, does it feel hot/warm or even feel irritated? Have you ever visited a doctor about your concern?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet the redness has improved only one side of the chick remained, haven't visited the dermatologist because I stay in the remote area.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet the chick under the eye feels irritated when I to use actives, this is the reason I asked you if niacinamide and salicylic acid serum can help with the same problem and to minimize pores.
Hm... as long as the area close to your eye still feels irritated, I wouldn't use anything too potent or acidic, as this can further irritate the area. Instead, you may want to use something hydrating and calming, like a Centella or Cica-Based product.
Hello, I have some acne, quite a bit of acne scaring, and blackheads and whiteheads. I just bought the salicylic acid serum and the niacinamide serum and I don't exactly know how to add them into my routine and whether or not I should be using some of the products I already had at the same time. This is my routines AM CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser CeraVe hydrating toner CeraVe Moiturizing Cream (a little bit) And sunscreen PM Cetaphil Daily Facial Clenser CeraVe Acne Control Clenser CeraVe hydrating toner CeraVe Moiturizing Cream (a little bit) Please tell me what I'm not doing correctly😁
CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser already contains 2% Salicylic Acid, so you can either continue using that cleanser and omit the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum or use Cetaphil's Daily Facial Cleanser in the AM and PM and include the Salicylic Acid Serum. Use both after your toning step. However, you may want to use the exfoliating acid serum only in the PM. Also, may I ask why you use CeraVe's Cream?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I use the cream because I have some dry patches on my skin so I mostly use it on those spots. And thanks so much for sorting out my confusion.♥️
Hi Melissa ! 👋 , I'm wondering if I can use : Panoxyl 10% benzoyl peroxide with the ordinary Peeling and Niacinamide ?? And how do I use it ? Please answer !
Yes, but not on the same day or same routine. So use the peel once a week in your evening skincare routine (or less often). And the Panoxyl 10% with Niacinamide on the other days, still you need to figure out the right frequency for the Panoxyl 10% as it can become very drying when used too often. Therefore I switched to a 4% Benzoyl Peroxide cleanser.
Hi , thanks for the information 😊 I just want to know that ..I m using salicylic acid serum and niacinamide serum at night and use vitamin c serum at morning time .. is it good to do ??? Or should i stop using vitamin c serum at morning ?
@MelissaVanDijkOfficial thanks for the reply ..Yes actually IDK why I m getting so much tiny pimples on cheeks and chin . Can't figure it out that is it for summer n extreme humidity or for my skincare mistake 🤔
@@priyachakraborty1011 Well, how often do you use these products? Daily? If so, that may be the reason for your concerns. Also, what Vitamin C serum are you using? Are there any other skincare products in your regimen? If you could list the exact routine, I may be able to figure out what might be going on and offer some guidance.
@MelissaVanDijkOfficial Thanks for being so kind to solve my issue ❤️ My daily skin care routine is - DAY TIME 1. At morning I use 1% salicylic acid gel facewash. 2. Then I use 10% vitamin C serum which also contains 5% niacinamide in it from the brand The Dermaco ( I used it before also for 3 mnths didn't experienced any issue though i used only it at night nothing else ) 3. Followed by sunscreen NIGHT TIME 1. Using a gentle face wash 2. Then 2% salicylic acid serum ( The Dermaco ) ( Used before also , and that time really helped me to get rid of acne in last summer though that time I used only this on regular basis nothing else ) 3. 10% niacinamide from The Dermaco ( using for the first time ) Please guide me if am doing wrong 🙏
@@priyachakraborty1011 I think it is simply too much for the skin to handle, and therefore, I suggest reducing the frequency. Also, if you are using the gentle face wash in the morning, you could potentially use that one in the evening as well; otherwise, you have too much SA in your skincare routine. So basically, you are not doing much wrong; you are just overusing all these products. So, I would stick to one treatment serum per day. DAY TIME: Using a gentle face wash. Then, I use a 10% vitamin C serum + 5% niacinamide Followed by sunscreen. NIGHT TIME (3-4 times per week): Using the gentle face wash - that's it, nothing more. NIGHT TIME (2-3 times per week): Using a gentle face wash. Then, 2% salicylic acid serum, or 10% niacinamide from The Dermaco I mean, you could adjust them as you like, but you need to reduce the frequency of the treatments; otherwise, your skin barrier can't handle it.
Hello melissa I'm a teenager i have oily skin my face have open porse & acne & dark sports i want to reduce all of my skin problems now I'm using Cosrx salicylic acid daily gentle cleanser ( twice in a day) Iunik centella calming gel cream ( twice in a day) Axis y dark spot correcting glow serum ( night time only) Now i want to add Plum 2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid ( for night time skin care) can i use all Products together in my skin care??
I wouldn't use the COSRX Salicylic Acid cleanser in the evening when using Plum 2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid at the same time. One Salicylic Acid product is enough. However, I also recommend investigating the root causes of your acne, such as lack of sleep, stress or mental health issues, environmental factors (air & water quality, washing detergent, etc), or your diet (such as consuming too much added sugar, processed food, fast food, or any food intolerance; like soy, milk, bread (gluten), eggs, chicken, etc). See here: www.youtube.com/@MelissaVanDijkOfficial/community
Hi, thank you for the video. I'm building a skincare routine for myself. Could you please review my skincare routine and recommend any changes? I have sensitive combination skin and Acne prone skin 1. Cleanser - Cetaphil 2. Minimalist brand - Salicylic acid face serum 2% and Niacinamide face serum 5% (Should I use 10%?) I have some questions regarding the serums - should I use both serums together, one at night, and the other in the morning, or should I use them alternately, twice a week, on different days? I have sensitive combination skin, so I'm confused. 3. Moisturizer - Minimalist 3% Sepicalm with oats face moisturizer 4. Sunscreen - Dr. Sheth Ceramide and Vitamin C sunscreen" Please review it and recommend me good product 🙏
Hey! :) Which Cetaphil Cleanser do you use? The video should provide guidance on how to use the products, including frequency and timing. If you can get a 5% Niacinamide serum, I recommend starting with that. The order of application seems good. The frequency of use depends on your skin tolerance.
Hello Malissa.Thanks for all your beautiful information you’re the best always 👍😘Please can you recommend product for my 12year old daughter with oily skin .Thanks
Yes, of course :) The Ordinary For Beginners ua-cam.com/video/diaLVk_EsI4/v-deo.html How to Build a Skincare Routine and What Products Do I Need?: ua-cam.com/video/8gLrr2wbi_8/v-deo.html
It's because everyone just repeats what the other person is saying 😕 And if you have someone getting it wrong, everyone else will since the source is the same. (as people tend to just go with what a dermatologist/influencer says without doing any research on the person or the topic itself 😕) So every skin needs moisture, but water and a protective seal would be enough to relieve dry skin. Let's say your skin cannot hold on to water anymore because its natural function is compromised; you then can help it with a protective seal (oil, vaseline, dimethicone etc.). And add moisture (Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin etc.) or water to keep it that way for much longer so that the skin hopefully can recover. Now, if you have oily skin, natural oil production is not compromised, so your skin can still produce enough oil but lacks water. So while you wash your face, the skin absorbs some water, and the oil keeps it that way. So now, theoretically, you could add Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin etc., instead of plain water to keep it more hydrated looking for the entire day. As these ingredients absorb water and stay for longer that way, as water can quickly evaporate depending on the area you are in. (e.g., a very dry climate) So technically, you can use any humectant that keeps the water for much longer on oily skin. So if you use a moisturizer, it should be without these occlusive (fatty substances/mineral oils/plant oils, or silicon) Also, all these serums/exfoliants (water-based formulations) include water, so there is no need to add more water to them; they contain everything they need. Now from a business perspective, influencers/companies want to sell you more products to make more money, of course :)
Yes, it is the same. Just follow the guide I shared. Clean face use 5-8drops of Paula's Choice BHA Liquid and apply all over the face/neck (ua-cam.com/video/leaORDqh75A/v-deo.html) Apply Niacinamide
This depends on your skin tolerance, which is very individual. However, you could use both products daily. I also recommend watching the first 6 min. of the video.
The products I use are: - Cetaphil Cleanser - Thayers toner - Ordinary Salicylic Acid Serum - Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid Serum - Ordinary Niacinimide Serum - Cetaphil Moisturiser - Suncream How would I layer these? And when can I use a clay mask and how many times a week should I use it? For the days per week I can refer you your video but I just need to know how I would layer these!
Your order of application is correct; however, you likely do not need to use a moisturizer unless you have dry skin or use a gel if you really want to include one. Also, I've discussed the frequency in my video, so I recommend watching it. 😉
hiii, i was wondering if this skin care routine is proper for me, i have acne prone and very oily skin. currently have been doing this since 2 years now morning: 1) cetaphil oily skin cleanser 2) rose water as toner 3) essence (loreal) 4) niacinamide serum (ordinary) 5) moisturiser (plum) 6) sunscreen (dot & key 50spf) night: (currently) 1) cetaphil oily skin cleanser 2) rose water as toner 3) essence (loreal) 4) moisturiser (plum) 5) rosehip oil now i want to add salicylic acid to it and i’m thinking of only using it at night (once or twice a week) as i’ve never tried a salicylic product before. is that better? to use it only at night before moisturiser?
Do you have great results with this routine, or is that why you want to add salicylic acid? 🤔 But the order would be like this: Night: Cetaphil oily skin cleanser Salicylic acid Essence Rosehip oil Moisturizer Plant oils have a smaller molecular size than chemically made moisturizers, so therefore moisturisers should generally be used as the last step in a skincare routine. The exception might be a product that contains only hydration/humectants, but those are very rare.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet yes, my skin was doing a lot better with that routine but recently it started to break out and i also have a lot of blackheads and whiteheads and i heard salicylic acid also helps with that so i bought it. thank you replying i will start doing the night time like this
It's best to extract them with a tool, especially for blackheads; otherwise, they will not go away. But the routine may be too much for your skin. I would probably recommend something like this: Day Routine: Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry Rose water as toner Niacinamide serum (Ordinary) Sunscreen (Dot & Key 50 SPF) if you have sun exposure; otherwise, just leave it as it is Night Routine (every other day): Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry Salicylic acid - leave it as it is Night 2: Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry Lightweight gel-based moisturizer (if needed; otherwise, just clean your skin) This approach focuses on targeting the specific concerns you mentioned, with a simplified routine that could be less taxing on your skin.
Hey Melissa! I'm from Bangladesh and will be turning 18 in few months,,I have oily and acne- prone skin,have tiny bumps all over my face I want to add a niacinamide serum to my routine bc of the acne scars So can you do me a favor by checking my routine? - Cosrx low ph good morning gel cleanser - Some by mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 days miracle toner (3 days of a week,not everyday) - Melao 2% Salicylic acid serum - Pond's super light gel moisturizer or (Pond's light moisturizer when my skin feels dry) -3W clinic sunscreen
Hey! :) The order of application looks good. For how long have you been doing this routine? How's it going so far? Do you know that your AHA/BHA/PHA Toner and Salicylic Acid serum are exfoliating acids? Use Niacinamide after your exfoliant.
Thanks for replying❣️I've been following this routine for the last 12 days I'm noticing that my nose area is getting dry probably bc of SA,,so I'm using a tiny bit of oil at night to keep my nose area moisturized,is it the right thing to do? I wanna ask one more thing I have dandruff problem and I've heard that dandruff causes acne,then instead of increasing acne fighting products to my routine should I cure my dandruff first?
Hey :) What oil are you using? Have you noticed a decrease in acne since using your current products? Addressing your dandruff could help with your acne. Using a medicated shampoo designed for dandruff (with active ingredients such as zinc pyrithione, ketoconazole, or selenium sulfide) control can be helpful. Also, make sure to always dry that area well. If your hair and scalp are oily, washing your hair more often can help reduce both oil and dandruff. However, treating dandruff may not fully clear up acne, particularly if it's not just on your forehead or hairline. Factors like hormones, diet, stress, and genetics also affect acne. Since everyone's skin is different, if home treatments don't help your dandruff and acne, you might need to see a dermatologist for a customized treatment plan.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I'm using olive oil Yeah,the amount of acne on my face is decreasing but still having bumps and pimples especially on my chin area
@@akame-chan9946 If that works for you, keep using it. Use your Salicylic Acid serum mainly on areas where you experience acne/pimples to decrease them as well.
i am oily type skin using salicylic acid for the past 3 months can i introduce niacinamide serum to face? if at what concentration i should use 5% or 10%?
Hiya ive just came across your video, just a question can i use the ordinary hyaluronic acid with niacinamide and salicylic acid at the same time? If so how should i layer it? Thanks
Yes, apply SA first and wait a few minutes. Then, use Niacinamide followed by Hyaluronic Acid. Alternatively, you can apply Hyaluronic Acid before Niacinamide. Both sequences are okay.
@@chelsearennie8034 After cleansing, pat your skin dry. Allow the product to fully absorb into your skin before moving on to the next step. There's no need to wet or mist your face in between. See here: ua-cam.com/video/xNUUUr81rLE/v-deo.htmlsi=ZdUzd7EZTMd-BozW
Hi! I was wondering if this routine would work -Cerave SA cleanser -The ordinary Niacinamide serum -The ordinary Natural Moisturizer -Bliss blockstar sunscreen
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I wanna use the SA cleanser for pimples under my skin and the niacinamide for evening my skin color and getting rid of ance scars
@@beanburrito487 Yes, this can work. However, depending on how deep those pimples are under the skin, it's best to see a beautician or dermatologist to get them extracted.
Can i use salicylic acid(2%) face wash And 10%vitamin c + nacinamide 5% serum And moisturizer with hyluronic acids and ceramides Can i use the about skin carr routine? If yes then at what time intervals and how much times a day I have dry skin but i am having a breakout of acne with whiteheads what should i do plz Guide me I am 17 year old boy....
If your skin tolerates the individual skincare products well, yes, this can work. However, if using the Salicylic Acid cleanser twice per day daily becomes too potent or makes your skin too dry, it's best to alternate between that one and a non-exfoliating acid cleanser, or simply wash your face with water. Additionally, it's important to address the root cause of your acne for better control, as it likely stems from internal factors such as stress, diet, or food intolerance.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet since I am a student i had been sleeping 5-6 hours only since 1 year I hadn't face much problem about acne earlier but now my skin is looking very dull and with acne which is just Irritating me 😔
I wouldn't use them in the same routine. In fact, just use one 2% Salicylic Acid based product to not overwhelm your skin. Still, if you want to use both, use a non-exfoliating acid foaming cleanser whenever you want to use the 2% Salicylic Acid serum.
Hlw beautiful, um from Bangladesh... Um using ordinary nicinamide since may 15.. Recently i bought a salicylic acid cleanser & after using that cleanser with serum my face got tiny bumps.. Should i kept using that or stop that cleanser????
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet no i didnt use salicylic acid cleanser before... Niacinamide didnt cause any harm to my face when i used with my previous cleanser...
@@fahmidabintejalal3690 It is not the Niacinamide but the Salicylic Acid causing the issues. Still, for how long have you been using it? And which one do you use?
Hmm, that is generally not causing any issues. But the pH is a bit high of that cleanser; maybe that is leading to problems. So it is probably best to change it or just give it another week or so and if it does not get any better, change it.
Hi! I have an issue, help me out. Can you use the salicylic acid, niacinamide and the azelaic acid cream together? Especially for a skin of colour. Please answer.
Hmm, technically yes, using both products could work, but practically, it might be too much for the skin over time, especially if done chronically. Therefore, I would suggest using one (Niacinamide) in the morning and the other (SA) in the evening. Alternatively, you could use them both in the evening only, either daily or on alternate days, depending on your skin's tolerance for both.
I don't have any toner or essence which has salicylic acid but I do have serum which has salicylic acid Actually I have two serum at home one is salicylic acid 2% serum and niacinamide B3 5% serum. Can I use two serum at the same time in the evening and morning???? Please reply 🙏
You can use them as mentioned in the other video you commented on. Just replace the regular cleanser with your Salicylic Acid cleanser. However, you may not want to use the Salicylic Acid Cleanser when using your retinoid. Do you use Tretinoin or Granactive Retinoid? Alternatively, use your SA cleanser only in the AM and a regular cleanser in the PM.
I've read everywhere that niacinamide is used before salicylic acid, im using a salicylic acid serum, i'll list the ingredients below, im wondering if i can use a niacinamide toner with it, and if i can, should i be using the toner before the serum? ingredients of the SA serum: Aloe Vera Juice, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Propanediol, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, Pullulan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lecithin
Hey! :) Where did you read about it? Can you share the link? Do you have a Niacinamide toner or serum? Have a look at the video below: Order of Application And Layering For Skincare with Infographics, Waiting Times and Example Routines: ua-cam.com/video/ADWu7oSBLFc/v-deo.html
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet im afraid i can not share the link as the reply is getting deleted but i read it on procoal site and many others, so i was wondering if i can use this routine for pm and same in am without the SA serum, and the undereye cream:- - Activated charcoal and coffee facewash - niacinamide toner - (PM) SA serum (3 times a week) - (PM) under eye cream - Minimalist 10% Vitamin B5 Gel Face Moisturizer For Oily & Acne Prone Skin - (AM) mattifying noncomedogenic 30-50 SPF sunscreen (not yet decided which one) do i need to make changes in this or am i set? also is the order correct PS - i have an oily skin and blackheads on nose
@@mr.croctic Yes. UA-cam has a function to block links on the channel to prevent Spam, which I also use! As otherwise, I will have tons of marketing or porn and scams in my comment section. However, I do not even see the links anymore; they are getting deleted immediately. Anyway, I think the issue here is that you have a Niacinamide toner (I checked that website, and it's pure marketing so that people buy it because Niacinamide is very popular), and you have a Salicylic Acid serum. Technically if you have water-based products, you can apply them in any order. However, the toner's purpose was to remove the last traces of makeup and/or cleanser from the skin after washing it and to balance the skin's pH. Now I think it comes from a time when they used exfoliating acid cleansers that reduced the skin's pH, and then you adjusted it with the toner. But nowadays, you have so many skincare products that things are getting mixed up. Still, since you have the toner, it would be applied before the exfoliant if you are from the western world. If you are Asian, they tend to do it the other way around as they often do double cleansing (using an oil-based cleanser flowed by a regular gel or foaming cleanser). Ensuring that everything comes properly off the skin before applying the exfoliating acid. So there are different schools of thought. But you overall have the correct order of application.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I've not yet ordered the products, I'm yet deciding on what to get and what not to, only thing i have is the cleanser, so do you advice me to get a different toner? or alter anything else, I'm actually set on getting the SA serum since it has great reviews and the brand is really good and trusted, it also doesn't have things like parabens and sulfates as you already saw, any advice would be very appreciated since i didn't want to spend money consulting a dermatologist asking what to use first, toner or a serum, since I'm actually a student with limited allowances
@@mr.croctic Well, I do not know that brand, and if you trust it, just go ahead and buy it. But you do not necessarily need to use a toner, so from that perspective, you can just skip it :)
some article in google says that it is more helpful to apply niacinamade first before salicylic acid. But your guide tells that salicylic acid is to be apply first, any reason?
I do not know the article, but there is only one possibility, and that is when Salicylic Acid is in a cream formulation or oil formulation or Anhydrous Solution (without water). But exfoliating acids are generally used before since they are almost always water-based. Apart from that, it exfoliates the skin, loosens the dead skin cells on the skin surface, and gets even deeper into the skin so that the serums or generally skincare products you apply after penetrate better into the skin, giving you more benefits.
Hey what do you think of this routine? I am from India :) I have dry skin but I am suffering from comodones so adding SA in my routine 1) Minimalist 2% SA + LHA Cleanser 2) 5% Niacinamide Serum ( 3 days of week, not everyday) 3) Re'equil Ceramide & Hydraulic Acid moisturizer (heavy moisturizer as SA cleanser dries up skin) 4) Fix derma 30+ sunscreen I am 18 yrs old. Loved the video as always:))
So, what you need is a non-comedogenic hydrating product, such as a hyaluronic acid serum or a light moisturizing gel. It is recommended to avoid using heavy moisturizers or sunscreens as they can clog the pores. Here is a suggested skincare routine: Minimalist 2% SA + LHA Cleanser 5% Niacinamide Serum (use three days a week, not every day) Hyaluronic Acid serum or Moisturizing Gel (for example, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel) Sunscreen fluid or mineral SPF
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you so much!! I saw your other comment too where you said that I should not use SA and Niacinamide if I have dry skin but the problem is I am also suffering from closed comodones 😭 they are a lottt so what do I do now, I am so confused should I use them on alternate days? I will make sure to use a good non- comodogenic moisturizer :(
@@Bellabliss3 Yes, you could use lactic acid or glycolic acid as the appropriate exfoliant for your needs. Salicylic acid (SA) may be too drying, and niacinamide might not be the best option either. Lactic acid is generally considered gentler and more hydrating than glycolic acid, making it a better choice for those with dry or sensitive skin. Look for a product with a low concentration of lactic acid (around 5-10%) to minimize the risk of irritation.
Hi Melissa. I have just discovered your channel and this video. This video is very helpful thank you. Please could you recommend a skin care routine for hormonal cystic acne on the face? Currently I am cleaning the skin with a salicylic acid cleanser, then using salicylic acid serum first then niacinamide serum after followed by a moisturiser with SPF. Is this effective for cystic acne? I have tried benzoyl peroxide gel but that seems to be rather irritating for my skin. Please help! Thank you!
Hello Dharmi, It sounds like a pretty drying combination you follow. But what products do you have? Can you list the name? And what gel did you try? Sometimes the formulation of the gel is also essential to consider. And do you have experience with Retinoids such as Adapalene? 🤔 And have you ever considered visiting a doctor?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Hi Melissa. Thanks for the reply. I am using the inkey list salicylic acid cleanser, the ordinary salicylic acid 2%, the ordinary niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. Moisturiser I am using 'Eucerin UreaRepair replenishing face cream 5% urea'. The benzoyl peroxide I have used is called Acnecide 5%. I haven't tried retinoids yet. I have visited a doctor who has referred me to a dermatologist however I am still awaiting an appointment for that. Look forward to your reply.
@@dharmid I think the combination is too potent/drying, and the cream may even cause more acne as it is too heavy and clogs pores. I have had a great routine here: ua-cam.com/video/nu1Wo9O_6e0/v-deo.html That worked well for me; you could exchange the benzoyl peroxide cleanser for the Inkey List cleanser. But overall, you could also wait for the doctor's appointment.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet hello Melissa. Thank you for your suggestions. I will take a look at your video that you have linked. I appreciate the time you have taken out to respond to my messages ☺️
hi mellissa can u help me with my skincare routine? am i doing it right?? ihave struggled with acne for years now. am -salicylic acid 2% cosrx -gokujyun hyaluronic liquid/essence -sunscreen pm -salicylic acid 2% cosrx -gokujyun hyaluronic liquid/essence -the ordinary niacinamide 10% -night cream
Salicylic acid is a chemical exfoliant (beta-hydroxy acid) that penetrates deep into the pores, clearing them of excess oil, dead skin cells, and debris. By applying it first, you're helping to unclog and clean your pores, which can enhance the absorption of the products that follow. Niacinamide, on the other hand, is a water-soluble vitamin (vitamin B3) that works on the skin's surface to help improve its overall appearance, reduce the appearance of pores, and regulate sebum production. So, applying salicylic acid first can help enhance the efficacy of the niacinamide, as it helps clear the skin and make it more receptive to the benefits of the niacinamide.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Yeah Its just that online some people say to use niacinamide first since its water based and salicylic acid is oil based and would block it. I use the ordinary for both niacinamide and salicylic and I think the salicylic is actually water based.
@@Vereign Ah, no. There is a Salicylic Acid Anhydrous solution by The Ordinary. If you have that one, it should be applied after Niacinamide. However, all the other solutions I am aware of are water-based.
Heyy thankyou so much for the video 💗💯. Can you just check my routine once please...:)) 1. Cleanser 2. Minimalist brand =Salicylic acid face serum 02% 3. Minimalist brand= Niacinamide face serum 10% (should i use one with 5% or 10% is fine) 4. Minimalist brand= Moisturizer Please confirm if I'm doing it in a right way 🙏🏻💫 And if i have to add vitamin C serum when should i use it ? I have oily and acne prone skin .. Thankyou so muxh I Hope you will reply 🙏🏻
Hey! :) The routine looks good, although I don't think you need a moisturizer, unless it's a gel/oil-free one, in which case it may work. Start with a 5% Niacinamide serum, as you have the option. Use your Vitamin C serum when not using Niacinamide, so one in the AM and the other in the PM.
This is exactly what i was looking for! I was unsure about the 30 mins gap between salicylic acid and niacinamide but your video cleared my confusion! Lots of love from India.❤️
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Thus is what I was looking for
Thanks for all the good info, as always
Happy to help!🥰
Another professional presentation, marvelous demonstration. Thank you.
You're very welcome! Thank you 😀
Thank u so much for the amazing video. Now got clear with how to use salicylic acid with niacinamide for both a.m n p.m. . Love u
Thank you so much you really helped me a lot lately while i started discovering active products in skin care ! ❤❤
You're so welcome!
Hi Melissa, please I have a question
Can i use cerave hydrating cream to foam cleanser and ordinary 2%salicylic acid serum and then cerave moisturizing lotion?it would be great if you reply ❤️🩹✨️.
Yes, that's fine.
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Hi Melissa , please i have a question
Which is the better moisturizor to use while i’m using salicylic acid cleanser and niacinamide serum ?
My skin is oily
The examples I have in this routine are both great, but the Hydration Vaccine is better but way more expensive. 😕
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet oh then which do u think it’s better
-Cerave Facial moisturizer lotion
Or
-Cerave daily lotion
Or
-la roche effaclar mat
💙 thanks
@@rushdghanim1449 they are all great, but I really like la Roche Posay moisturizers :)
Use green tea moisture..
hey melissa it might be late im not sure if you will see this but if you can please help i have
AM
1. cerave foaming cleanser
2.salycilic acid & naiacinimide acid (the ordinary)
3. Neotroguena sunscreen
PM
1.cleanser
2. Serums
3.neutrogena water gel moisturizer
Would this be a proper and good way to use these products?
Yes, but I wouldn't start using Salicylic Acid daily immediately. Instead, begin by using it less often to see how your skin tolerates it.
Hi Melissa, love your vids. I’ve been struggling (since my breakout last year) with large pores, redness and uneven texture on my cheeks. Do you think my routine is suitable to treat these problems?
Am:
La roche effaclar cleanser
Cerave moisturizer
La roche spf
Pm:
Effaclar cleanser
The ordinary niacinamide
Paula’s bha/ the ordinaty retinol 0.2 (i alternate these 2)
Cerave moisturizer
Thanks for your help 💪
Which CeraVe moisturizer do you use? Because that may be too heavy for your skin. But apart from that, BHA should work well to smoothen your skin texture, and the retinol should help too. Still, I find the Ordinary Retinol formulations not great. You may be better off with a gel or lotion-like texture, but they are way more expensive 😕.
And for how long have you been using that routine?
And also, this would be the correct order of application:
Am:
La Roche Posay Effaclar cleanser
Cerave moisturizer
La roche spf
Pm:
Effaclar cleanser
Paula’s BHA/ The Ordinary retinol 0.2 (i alternate these 2)
The Ordinary Niacinamide
Cerave moisturizer
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thanks a bunch 😭
Hi, I wanna ask that which should I use paulas choice toner or the ordinary salicylic acid serum?
Either one of them can work. It mainly depends on your budget. The PC exfoliant also has a bit of an 'oilier' texture that The Ordinary doesn't have. However, the PC BHA gel doesn't have that oily feel to it.
Hi Melissa!! I loved your video but i have a question can i use 2% Niacinamide+2%Salicylic acid cleanser with 2% salicylic acid serum nd 5% Niacinamide serum? It would be great if u reply 💗
Generally, using a salicylic acid serum after the salicylic acid cleanser increases the risk of irritation and dryness over time. Therefore, I suggest keeping them separate.
Hi, amazing video, thank you!
Maybe I missed something, but what exactly is the reason why there is no need to wait between salicylic acid and niacinamide? Salicylic acid has slightly higher pH's, which means niacinamide has to be applied at least 30 minutes afterwards to avoid the products ''cancelling each other out'', or am I wrong?
No, that is not true. But I know that article 😕 It would only be the case for the powder, and it is a concern for the chemist to formulate the product. So let's say you have Niacinamide powder at home and mix it with your acid, then the problem may arise because you mixed them in their pure forms without stabilizing them.
The flushing that rarely happens is not because the pH is influenced but simply because the amount of Niacinamide is too high for your skin to tolerate. And some people experience it; I am one of them. But it also happens with Niacinamide only when not using the acid; for me, it happens with Paula's Choice 20%. It generally is more visible with the exfoliant since it loosens the dead skin cells, making Niacinamide or generally active ingredients that follow absorb better into the skin, so your skin is overwhelmed with its amount.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thanks a lot, it makes total sense!
And now I see that Paula's Choice BHA has definitely lower pH, so there shouldn't be any contradictions regarding that either.
Hi Melissa, how do I implement the ordinary glycolic acid toner, paulas choice salicylic acid liquid exfoliant and the ordinary niacinamide into my routine? When is it best to use those AM or PM? Thanks
In that case, use your Niacinamide in the AM and then alternate between your Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid Exfoliant in the PM. Adjust the frequency of use based on your skin tolerance. You can use Niacinamide in the PM too, but you do not have to if you're already using it daily in the AM.
I use Cerave cleanser & then the ordinary salicylic acid & niacinamide. I use this morning and night but I also have the cerave retinol and vitamin C serum. I've been using all of them 2 times a day which I assume is bad so I'm not sure what days I should use what and how often a day I use the items. I have moisturizer and sunscreen that I use for night and day at the end but I'm a bit lost. I am glad your video showed I can combine the serums but i still am a bit lost. Apparently I wasn't even applying the serums correctly
Hey! :)
For how long have you been following your current skincare routine?
How's it going so far?
Well, an example routine could look like this:
AM:
- Cleanser
- Vitamin C
- (Optional) Moisturizer
- Sunscreen
PM 1:
- Cleanser
- Salicylic Acid
- Niacinamide
- (Optional) Moisturizer
PM 2:
- Cleanser
- CeraVe Retinol (it already contains Niacinamide)
- (Optional) Moisturizer
Alternate between PM 1 and PM 2 :)
Thank you very much!! btw could it get rid of my tan?
no
Hello Melissa, I have a few questions to share with you. I suffer from large pores and I had a past with fungal pimples. I treated them using Nizoral shampoo, and now it has been a year since the treatment. Can I treat my pores without getting fear into fungal pimples? / now i started buying products first Cerave hydrating face wash and Cerave resurfasing retinol serum What should I buy to complete ?/Bha liquid exfoliant or what and how can I combine the products if I buy it and if i but Cerave SA cleanser instead of Cerave hydrating cleanser how i will compine with this 3 products and should i apply sun screen the next day of using my retinol .
thank you too mush for every advice
Hello, do you still struggle with fungal acne? If so, I highly advise consulting a doctor or dermatologist (if you can) to get medical treatment for it. And after that, you can have a "regular" skincare routine :)
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I completely recovered from it and disappeared a year ago. I have been using my cleanser and retinol 10 days ago, but the pores are increasing in size in the forehead area. What do you advise me to add to the cleanser and retinol? Yes, I remembered that the first four days I noticed an little improvement in the pores, but after that its get back to same suffering, why do you think?maype its normal /my question is 》 should i get moisturizer and sunscreen also salicylic acid product (which you recommend me) to add my routine for more protecting ?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet please melissa
What's your skin type?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet oily to normal
And iam athlete everyday sweat
Hi, i have combination skin, which is very sensitive, with large pores, and redness can i still use these products or recommend other products which can help,lm currently using Cetaphil gentle cleanser and Nivea q10 face cream, now I want to get rid of pores redness and dehydration, thanks for your help.
Hey!
It's great to see that you're still around!
Are you still battling with your redness?
The areas you experience redness, does it feel hot/warm or even feel irritated?
Have you ever visited a doctor about your concern?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet the redness has improved only one side of the chick remained, haven't visited the dermatologist because I stay in the remote area.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet the chick under the eye feels irritated when I to use actives, this is the reason I asked you if niacinamide and salicylic acid serum can help with the same problem and to minimize pores.
Hm... as long as the area close to your eye still feels irritated, I wouldn't use anything too potent or acidic, as this can further irritate the area. Instead, you may want to use something hydrating and calming, like a Centella or Cica-Based product.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet a centella , like which one?
Hello, I have some acne, quite a bit of acne scaring, and blackheads and whiteheads. I just bought the salicylic acid serum and the niacinamide serum and I don't exactly know how to add them into my routine and whether or not I should be using some of the products I already had at the same time. This is my routines
AM
CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser
CeraVe hydrating toner
CeraVe Moiturizing Cream (a little bit)
And sunscreen
PM
Cetaphil Daily Facial Clenser
CeraVe Acne Control Clenser
CeraVe hydrating toner
CeraVe Moiturizing Cream (a little bit)
Please tell me what I'm not doing correctly😁
CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser already contains 2% Salicylic Acid, so you can either continue using that cleanser and omit the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum or use Cetaphil's Daily Facial Cleanser in the AM and PM and include the Salicylic Acid Serum. Use both after your toning step. However, you may want to use the exfoliating acid serum only in the PM. Also, may I ask why you use CeraVe's Cream?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I use the cream because I have some dry patches on my skin so I mostly use it on those spots. And thanks so much for sorting out my confusion.♥️
Hi Melissa ! 👋 , I'm wondering if I can use : Panoxyl 10% benzoyl peroxide with the ordinary Peeling and Niacinamide ?? And how do I use it ?
Please answer !
Yes, but not on the same day or same routine. So use the peel once a week in your evening skincare routine (or less often). And the Panoxyl 10% with Niacinamide on the other days, still you need to figure out the right frequency for the Panoxyl 10% as it can become very drying when used too often. Therefore I switched to a 4% Benzoyl Peroxide cleanser.
Hi , thanks for the information 😊 I just want to know that ..I m using salicylic acid serum and niacinamide serum at night and use vitamin c serum at morning time .. is it good to do ??? Or should i stop using vitamin c serum at morning ?
If you have a water-based vitamin C serum, then this should work well. The rest is fine. Or are you experiencing any issues? 🤔
@MelissaVanDijkOfficial thanks for the reply ..Yes actually IDK why I m getting so much tiny pimples on cheeks and chin . Can't figure it out that is it for summer n extreme humidity or for my skincare mistake 🤔
@@priyachakraborty1011 Well, how often do you use these products? Daily? If so, that may be the reason for your concerns. Also, what Vitamin C serum are you using? Are there any other skincare products in your regimen? If you could list the exact routine, I may be able to figure out what might be going on and offer some guidance.
@MelissaVanDijkOfficial Thanks for being so kind to solve my issue ❤️
My daily skin care routine is -
DAY TIME
1. At morning I use 1% salicylic acid gel facewash.
2. Then I use 10% vitamin C serum which also contains 5% niacinamide in it from the brand The Dermaco ( I used it before also for 3 mnths didn't experienced any issue though i used only it at night nothing else )
3. Followed by sunscreen
NIGHT TIME
1. Using a gentle face wash
2. Then 2% salicylic acid serum ( The Dermaco ) ( Used before also , and that time really helped me to get rid of acne in last summer though that time I used only this on regular basis nothing else )
3. 10% niacinamide from The Dermaco ( using for the first time )
Please guide me if am doing wrong 🙏
@@priyachakraborty1011 I think it is simply too much for the skin to handle, and therefore, I suggest reducing the frequency. Also, if you are using the gentle face wash in the morning, you could potentially use that one in the evening as well; otherwise, you have too much SA in your skincare routine.
So basically, you are not doing much wrong; you are just overusing all these products. So, I would stick to one treatment serum per day.
DAY TIME:
Using a gentle face wash.
Then, I use a 10% vitamin C serum + 5% niacinamide
Followed by sunscreen.
NIGHT TIME (3-4 times per week):
Using the gentle face wash - that's it, nothing more.
NIGHT TIME (2-3 times per week):
Using a gentle face wash.
Then, 2% salicylic acid serum, or
10% niacinamide from The Dermaco
I mean, you could adjust them as you like, but you need to reduce the frequency of the treatments; otherwise, your skin barrier can't handle it.
Hello melissa I'm a teenager i have oily skin my face have open porse & acne & dark sports i want to reduce all of my skin problems now I'm using
Cosrx salicylic acid daily gentle cleanser ( twice in a day)
Iunik centella calming gel cream ( twice in a day)
Axis y dark spot correcting glow serum ( night time only)
Now i want to add Plum 2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid ( for night time skin care) can i use all Products together in my skin care??
I wouldn't use the COSRX Salicylic Acid cleanser in the evening when using Plum 2% Encapsulated Salicylic Acid at the same time. One Salicylic Acid product is enough.
However, I also recommend investigating the root causes of your acne, such as lack of sleep, stress or mental health issues, environmental factors (air & water quality, washing detergent, etc), or your diet (such as consuming too much added sugar, processed food, fast food, or any food intolerance; like soy, milk, bread (gluten), eggs, chicken, etc).
See here: www.youtube.com/@MelissaVanDijkOfficial/community
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet can i use salicylic acid serum in a week for once in a day?
Yes
Hi, thank you for the video. I'm building a skincare routine for myself. Could you please review my skincare routine and recommend any changes? I have sensitive combination skin and Acne prone skin
1. Cleanser - Cetaphil
2. Minimalist brand - Salicylic acid face serum 2% and Niacinamide face serum 5% (Should I use 10%?) I have some questions regarding the serums - should I use both serums together, one at night, and the other in the morning, or should I use them alternately, twice a week, on different days? I have sensitive combination skin, so I'm confused.
3. Moisturizer - Minimalist 3% Sepicalm with oats face moisturizer
4. Sunscreen - Dr. Sheth Ceramide and Vitamin C sunscreen"
Please review it and recommend me good product 🙏
Hey! :)
Which Cetaphil Cleanser do you use?
The video should provide guidance on how to use the products, including frequency and timing.
If you can get a 5% Niacinamide serum, I recommend starting with that.
The order of application seems good. The frequency of use depends on your skin tolerance.
Hello Malissa.Thanks for all your beautiful information you’re the best always 👍😘Please can you recommend product for my 12year old daughter with oily skin .Thanks
Hello 😃
is that the only concern she has 🤔?
Hello Melissa! Is it okay to use the Niacinamide with Ordinary Glycologic acid toner or any AHA instead of Salicylic acid?
Yes, of course :)
The Ordinary For Beginners
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How to Build a Skincare Routine and What Products Do I Need?:
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Hello. Can i use this routine.
1) Cetaphil cleanser
2) Ordinary salicylic acid 2 % serum.
3) ordinary niacinamide 10 % + zinc 1 % serum.
Yes :)
Did I get that right- no moisturizer if my face is oily? Could you give me further details on that? 😮💨 I thought moisturizer is key!
It's because everyone just repeats what the other person is saying 😕 And if you have someone getting it wrong, everyone else will since the source is the same. (as people tend to just go with what a dermatologist/influencer says without doing any research on the person or the topic itself 😕)
So every skin needs moisture, but water and a protective seal would be enough to relieve dry skin.
Let's say your skin cannot hold on to water anymore because its natural function is compromised; you then can help it with a protective seal (oil, vaseline, dimethicone etc.). And add moisture (Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin etc.) or water to keep it that way for much longer so that the skin hopefully can recover.
Now, if you have oily skin, natural oil production is not compromised, so your skin can still produce enough oil but lacks water. So while you wash your face, the skin absorbs some water, and the oil keeps it that way. So now, theoretically, you could add Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin etc., instead of plain water to keep it more hydrated looking for the entire day. As these ingredients absorb water and stay for longer that way, as water can quickly evaporate depending on the area you are in. (e.g., a very dry climate)
So technically, you can use any humectant that keeps the water for much longer on oily skin. So if you use a moisturizer, it should be without these occlusive (fatty substances/mineral oils/plant oils, or silicon)
Also, all these serums/exfoliants (water-based formulations) include water, so there is no need to add more water to them; they contain everything they need.
Now from a business perspective, influencers/companies want to sell you more products to make more money, of course :)
i did not see you apply the paulas choice exfoliant,can we use it along with the others??
Yes, it is the same. Just follow the guide I shared.
Clean face
use 5-8drops of Paula's Choice BHA Liquid and apply all over the face/neck (ua-cam.com/video/leaORDqh75A/v-deo.html)
Apply Niacinamide
Hi Melissa! Im sorry i kept asking questions haha. Is it okay to use salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid together?
Yes, however, have a look at the other reply. It's also fine to use Hyaluronic Acid with Azelaic Acid.
Can you please tell me that if i can use salicylic acid and then niacinamide serum regularly or twice a week please
This depends on your skin tolerance, which is very individual. However, you could use both products daily. I also recommend watching the first 6 min. of the video.
The products I use are:
- Cetaphil Cleanser
- Thayers toner
- Ordinary Salicylic Acid Serum
- Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid Serum
- Ordinary Niacinimide Serum
- Cetaphil Moisturiser
- Suncream
How would I layer these? And when can I use a clay mask and how many times a week should I use it?
For the days per week I can refer you your video but I just need to know how I would layer these!
Your order of application is correct; however, you likely do not need to use a moisturizer unless you have dry skin or use a gel if you really want to include one. Also, I've discussed the frequency in my video, so I recommend watching it. 😉
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDietthank you!
Where in my routine can I add an eye cream?
technically before or after moisturizer@@syedaghashmirazehraabidi2412
hiii, i was wondering if this skin care routine is proper for me, i have acne prone and very oily skin.
currently have been doing this since 2 years now
morning:
1) cetaphil oily skin cleanser
2) rose water as toner
3) essence (loreal)
4) niacinamide serum (ordinary)
5) moisturiser (plum)
6) sunscreen (dot & key 50spf)
night: (currently)
1) cetaphil oily skin cleanser
2) rose water as toner
3) essence (loreal)
4) moisturiser (plum)
5) rosehip oil
now i want to add salicylic acid to it and i’m thinking of only using it at night (once or twice a week) as i’ve never tried a salicylic product before.
is that better? to use it only at night before moisturiser?
Do you have great results with this routine, or is that why you want to add salicylic acid? 🤔
But the order would be like this:
Night:
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser
Salicylic acid
Essence
Rosehip oil
Moisturizer
Plant oils have a smaller molecular size than chemically made moisturizers, so therefore moisturisers should generally be used as the last step in a skincare routine. The exception might be a product that contains only hydration/humectants, but those are very rare.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet yes, my skin was doing a lot better with that routine but recently it started to break out and i also have a lot of blackheads and whiteheads and i heard salicylic acid also helps with that so i bought it. thank you replying i will start doing the night time like this
It's best to extract them with a tool, especially for blackheads; otherwise, they will not go away. But the routine may be too much for your skin.
I would probably recommend something like this:
Day Routine:
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry
Rose water as toner
Niacinamide serum (Ordinary)
Sunscreen (Dot & Key 50 SPF) if you have sun exposure; otherwise, just leave it as it is
Night Routine (every other day):
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry
Salicylic acid - leave it as it is
Night 2:
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser - pat dry
Lightweight gel-based moisturizer (if needed; otherwise, just clean your skin)
This approach focuses on targeting the specific concerns you mentioned, with a simplified routine that could be less taxing on your skin.
Hi, I have PIE only on my cheeks. Is it ideal to use Cerave SA cleanser, The ordinary Niacinimide serum, and cerave night moisturizer?
Technically it should be the right products for you, the order is correct, and they do not conflict. So yes.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Thank you so much!
@@angelaikarain 🥰
Hi ❤️
Can i use hyaluronic acid with SA and Niacinamide?
yes, you can
Hey Melissa! I'm from Bangladesh and will be turning 18 in few months,,I have oily and acne- prone skin,have tiny bumps all over my face
I want to add a niacinamide serum to my routine bc of the acne scars
So can you do me a favor by checking my routine?
- Cosrx low ph good morning gel cleanser
- Some by mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 days miracle toner (3 days of a week,not everyday)
- Melao 2% Salicylic acid serum
- Pond's super light gel moisturizer or (Pond's light moisturizer when my skin feels dry)
-3W clinic sunscreen
Hey! :)
The order of application looks good.
For how long have you been doing this routine? How's it going so far?
Do you know that your AHA/BHA/PHA Toner and Salicylic Acid serum are exfoliating acids?
Use Niacinamide after your exfoliant.
Thanks for replying❣️I've been following this routine for the last 12 days
I'm noticing that my nose area is getting dry probably bc of SA,,so I'm using a tiny bit of oil at night to keep my nose area moisturized,is it the right thing to do?
I wanna ask one more thing
I have dandruff problem and I've heard that dandruff causes acne,then instead of increasing acne fighting products to my routine should I cure my dandruff first?
Hey :)
What oil are you using?
Have you noticed a decrease in acne since using your current products?
Addressing your dandruff could help with your acne. Using a medicated shampoo designed for dandruff (with active ingredients such as zinc pyrithione, ketoconazole, or selenium sulfide) control can be helpful. Also, make sure to always dry that area well. If your hair and scalp are oily, washing your hair more often can help reduce both oil and dandruff. However, treating dandruff may not fully clear up acne, particularly if it's not just on your forehead or hairline. Factors like hormones, diet, stress, and genetics also affect acne. Since everyone's skin is different, if home treatments don't help your dandruff and acne, you might need to see a dermatologist for a customized treatment plan.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I'm using olive oil
Yeah,the amount of acne on my face is decreasing but still having bumps and pimples especially on my chin area
@@akame-chan9946 If that works for you, keep using it.
Use your Salicylic Acid serum mainly on areas where you experience acne/pimples to decrease them as well.
i am oily type skin using salicylic acid for the past 3 months can i introduce niacinamide serum to face? if at what concentration i should use 5% or 10%?
Yes, that's fine. If you can get a 4-5% Niacinamide concentration, I recommend starting with that one! 😊
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet can use both at the same time or one in day time and another one at evening routine?
@@shivtushal8121 Yes :)
Hiya ive just came across your video, just a question can i use the ordinary hyaluronic acid with niacinamide and salicylic acid at the same time? If so how should i layer it?
Thanks
Yes, apply SA first and wait a few minutes. Then, use Niacinamide followed by Hyaluronic Acid. Alternatively, you can apply Hyaluronic Acid before Niacinamide. Both sequences are okay.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thankyou
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet do I apply it on wet or dry skin?
@@chelsearennie8034 After cleansing, pat your skin dry. Allow the product to fully absorb into your skin before moving on to the next step. There's no need to wet or mist your face in between. See here: ua-cam.com/video/xNUUUr81rLE/v-deo.htmlsi=ZdUzd7EZTMd-BozW
After salicylic acid face wash can I use 10% niacinamide & zinc 1% serum. Gap time between facewash & serum?
Yes, that's fine. Use it right after you have washed your face + pat the skin dry :)
Can we use Aha 30%+bha2% peeling solution with retional routine. Pls reply .I m beginner of these things
No, use them on alternate days.
See here: ua-cam.com/video/AXG_uwGFxLg/v-deo.htmlsi=tV2c7L1Il0OwDV6_
Hi! I was wondering if this routine would work
-Cerave SA cleanser
-The ordinary Niacinamide serum
-The ordinary Natural Moisturizer
-Bliss blockstar sunscreen
Hello, yes. But for what do you want to use it? 🤔
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I wanna use the SA cleanser for pimples under my skin and the niacinamide for evening my skin color and getting rid of ance scars
@@beanburrito487 Yes, this can work. However, depending on how deep those pimples are under the skin, it's best to see a beautician or dermatologist to get them extracted.
Can i use salicylic acid(2%) face wash
And 10%vitamin c + nacinamide 5% serum
And moisturizer with hyluronic acids and ceramides
Can i use the about skin carr routine? If yes then at what time intervals and how much times a day
I have dry skin but i am having a breakout of acne with whiteheads what should i do plz
Guide me I am 17 year old boy....
If your skin tolerates the individual skincare products well, yes, this can work. However, if using the Salicylic Acid cleanser twice per day daily becomes too potent or makes your skin too dry, it's best to alternate between that one and a non-exfoliating acid cleanser, or simply wash your face with water. Additionally, it's important to address the root cause of your acne for better control, as it likely stems from internal factors such as stress, diet, or food intolerance.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet since I am a student i had been sleeping 5-6 hours only since 1 year I hadn't face much problem about acne earlier but now my skin is looking very dull and with acne which is just Irritating me 😔
@@Nikhil31057 Please take a look at my other reply. :)
My salicylic acid serum is oil based and niacinamide water so should i still use salicylic acid serum first both are from ordinary btw.
See here: ua-cam.com/video/IZMY_8N4wkk/v-deo.htmlsi=nCH4Y6MUfUOpa3_D
I have a cleanser by ceraVe and it already Contains salicylic acid and niacinamide. Can I Applay the two Serums After the cleanser ??
which cleanser do you have?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I have the blemish control cleanser by cera ve🥰💕
I wouldn't use them in the same routine. In fact, just use one 2% Salicylic Acid based product to not overwhelm your skin. Still, if you want to use both, use a non-exfoliating acid foaming cleanser whenever you want to use the 2% Salicylic Acid serum.
After my face wash can i use 10% of niacinamide in serum base and moisturize saliysalic base
yes you can
Hlw beautiful, um from Bangladesh...
Um using ordinary nicinamide since may 15..
Recently i bought a salicylic acid cleanser & after using that cleanser with serum my face got tiny bumps.. Should i kept using that or stop that cleanser????
It could be the Salicylic Acid. Have you ever used a Salicylic Acid product before? 🤔
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet no i didnt use salicylic acid cleanser before... Niacinamide didnt cause any harm to my face when i used with my previous cleanser...
@@fahmidabintejalal3690 It is not the Niacinamide but the Salicylic Acid causing the issues. Still, for how long have you been using it? And which one do you use?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Cosrx salicylic acid gentle cleanser, it became 15/20 days um using that...
Hmm, that is generally not causing any issues. But the pH is a bit high of that cleanser; maybe that is leading to problems. So it is probably best to change it or just give it another week or so and if it does not get any better, change it.
Hi! I have an issue, help me out.
Can you use the salicylic acid, niacinamide and the azelaic acid cream together?
Especially for a skin of colour. Please answer.
Yes, however, you need to check if your skin tolerates this combination. Otherwise, keep Salicylic Acid and Azelaic Acid in separate routines.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I will! Thank you so much for replying and so quickly.
Can i use both serum in morning also at night? Can i use it twice a day?
Hmm, technically yes, using both products could work, but practically, it might be too much for the skin over time, especially if done chronically. Therefore, I would suggest using one (Niacinamide) in the morning and the other (SA) in the evening. Alternatively, you could use them both in the evening only, either daily or on alternate days, depending on your skin's tolerance for both.
I don't have any toner or essence which has salicylic acid but I do have serum which has salicylic acid
Actually I have two serum at home one is salicylic acid 2% serum and niacinamide B3 5% serum.
Can I use two serum at the same time in the evening and morning????
Please reply 🙏
Have you watched the video? Because this should answer your question.
🥺Hi sister i have very damaged dry hair can i use any keratin creams in the replacement of conditioner weekly once or twice plz say sister 🥺
I haven't used Keratin Creams so, I'm not sure how this will work for hair. I'm currently using The Ordinary Hair Shampoo and Conditioner.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet iam using aild shampoo and conditioner but my hair always become rough till the week will serum helps this
@@foxyking35 I'm not sure. I haven't looked that much into hair care.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet ok sister🥺😔
Can I use Salicylic acid serum and Niacinamide serum together?
haha
Can i use niacinamide moisturizer and sunscreen?
yes
Thank you so much for this!! Very insightful
You're so welcome!
Hey i use niacinamide but i want to introduce cosrx salicylic acid cleanser and alpha arbutin into my skin ..please guide
I have oily acne prone skin
You can use them as mentioned in the other video you commented on. Just replace the regular cleanser with your Salicylic Acid cleanser. However, you may not want to use the Salicylic Acid Cleanser when using your retinoid. Do you use Tretinoin or Granactive Retinoid? Alternatively, use your SA cleanser only in the AM and a regular cleanser in the PM.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet no i don't use retinoid just niacinamide and alpha arbutin
@@javeriamemon6999 Oh okay, but were talking about it in an other comment.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet ah yes actually that was for my mom 😅
@@javeriamemon6999 Ok :) Just use your SA cleanser and then follow with Alpha Arbutin and/or Niacinamide ;)
How to layer salicylic acid serum , niacinamide and vitamin c together?
can you list the exact name of each product?
Great as always!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
I've read everywhere that niacinamide is used before salicylic acid, im using a salicylic acid serum, i'll list the ingredients below, im wondering if i can use a niacinamide toner with it, and if i can, should i be using the toner before the serum?
ingredients of the SA serum: Aloe Vera Juice, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Propanediol, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, Pullulan, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lecithin
Hey! :)
Where did you read about it?
Can you share the link?
Do you have a Niacinamide toner or serum?
Have a look at the video below:
Order of Application And Layering For Skincare with Infographics, Waiting Times and Example Routines: ua-cam.com/video/ADWu7oSBLFc/v-deo.html
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet im afraid i can not share the link as the reply is getting deleted but i read it on procoal site and many others, so i was wondering if i can use this routine for pm and same in am without the SA serum, and the undereye cream:-
- Activated charcoal and coffee facewash
- niacinamide toner
- (PM) SA serum (3 times a week)
- (PM) under eye cream
- Minimalist 10% Vitamin B5 Gel Face Moisturizer For Oily & Acne Prone Skin
- (AM) mattifying noncomedogenic 30-50 SPF sunscreen (not yet decided which one)
do i need to make changes in this or am i set? also is the order correct
PS - i have an oily skin and blackheads on nose
@@mr.croctic Yes. UA-cam has a function to block links on the channel to prevent Spam, which I also use! As otherwise, I will have tons of marketing or porn and scams in my comment section. However, I do not even see the links anymore; they are getting deleted immediately.
Anyway, I think the issue here is that you have a Niacinamide toner (I checked that website, and it's pure marketing so that people buy it because Niacinamide is very popular), and you have a Salicylic Acid serum.
Technically if you have water-based products, you can apply them in any order. However, the toner's purpose was to remove the last traces of makeup and/or cleanser from the skin after washing it and to balance the skin's pH. Now I think it comes from a time when they used exfoliating acid cleansers that reduced the skin's pH, and then you adjusted it with the toner. But nowadays, you have so many skincare products that things are getting mixed up.
Still, since you have the toner, it would be applied before the exfoliant if you are from the western world. If you are Asian, they tend to do it the other way around as they often do double cleansing (using an oil-based cleanser flowed by a regular gel or foaming cleanser). Ensuring that everything comes properly off the skin before applying the exfoliating acid.
So there are different schools of thought.
But you overall have the correct order of application.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet I've not yet ordered the products, I'm yet deciding on what to get and what not to, only thing i have is the cleanser, so do you advice me to get a different toner? or alter anything else, I'm actually set on getting the SA serum since it has great reviews and the brand is really good and trusted, it also doesn't have things like parabens and sulfates as you already saw, any advice would be very appreciated since i didn't want to spend money consulting a dermatologist asking what to use first, toner or a serum, since I'm actually a student with limited allowances
@@mr.croctic Well, I do not know that brand, and if you trust it, just go ahead and buy it. But you do not necessarily need to use a toner, so from that perspective, you can just skip it :)
How do I fit Vitamin C and retinol in this routine?
Don't use these products in the same routine. Instead, use them on different days to avoid irritation.
some article in google says that it is more helpful to apply niacinamade first before salicylic acid. But your guide tells that salicylic acid is to be apply first, any reason?
I do not know the article, but there is only one possibility, and that is when Salicylic Acid is in a cream formulation or oil formulation or Anhydrous Solution (without water). But exfoliating acids are generally used before since they are almost always water-based. Apart from that, it exfoliates the skin, loosens the dead skin cells on the skin surface, and gets even deeper into the skin so that the serums or generally skincare products you apply after penetrate better into the skin, giving you more benefits.
Hey what do you think of this routine? I am from India :) I have dry skin but I am suffering from comodones so adding SA in my routine
1) Minimalist 2% SA + LHA Cleanser
2) 5% Niacinamide Serum ( 3 days of week, not everyday)
3) Re'equil Ceramide & Hydraulic Acid moisturizer (heavy moisturizer as SA cleanser dries up skin)
4) Fix derma 30+ sunscreen
I am 18 yrs old. Loved the video as always:))
So, what you need is a non-comedogenic hydrating product, such as a hyaluronic acid serum or a light moisturizing gel. It is recommended to avoid using heavy moisturizers or sunscreens as they can clog the pores.
Here is a suggested skincare routine:
Minimalist 2% SA + LHA Cleanser
5% Niacinamide Serum (use three days a week, not every day)
Hyaluronic Acid serum or Moisturizing Gel (for example, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel)
Sunscreen fluid or mineral SPF
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet thank you so much!! I saw your other comment too where you said that I should not use SA and Niacinamide if I have dry skin but the problem is I am also suffering from closed comodones 😭 they are a lottt
so what do I do now, I am so confused
should I use them on alternate days? I will make sure to use a good non- comodogenic moisturizer :(
@@Bellabliss3 Yes, you could use lactic acid or glycolic acid as the appropriate exfoliant for your needs. Salicylic acid (SA) may be too drying, and niacinamide might not be the best option either.
Lactic acid is generally considered gentler and more hydrating than glycolic acid, making it a better choice for those with dry or sensitive skin. Look for a product with a low concentration of lactic acid (around 5-10%) to minimize the risk of irritation.
Can i do in morning routine is alpha arbutin + niacinamide and during night is niacinamide + salicylic acid? (serums the ordinary)
Yes :) Use SA before applying Niacinamide - as mentioned and demonstrated in the video.
So if your using alpha arbutin it should go before niacinamide? Is bha Paula's choice salicylic acid ,alpha and then niacinamide ok?
@@Walker245305 Yes, that's fine. You can also use Niacinamide before applying Alpha Arbutin.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet what about Paula's choice salicylic acid and then alpha then niacinamide?
@@Walker245305 As mentioned, yes that's fine.
Can i use salycylic acid and HA serum?
I do not have such a video. Yes, you can, and I will record that one this week. Thanks.
Hi Melissa. I have just discovered your channel and this video. This video is very helpful thank you. Please could you recommend a skin care routine for hormonal cystic acne on the face? Currently I am cleaning the skin with a salicylic acid cleanser, then using salicylic acid serum first then niacinamide serum after followed by a moisturiser with SPF. Is this effective for cystic acne? I have tried benzoyl peroxide gel but that seems to be rather irritating for my skin. Please help! Thank you!
Hello Dharmi,
It sounds like a pretty drying combination you follow. But what products do you have? Can you list the name? And what gel did you try? Sometimes the formulation of the gel is also essential to consider. And do you have experience with Retinoids such as Adapalene? 🤔 And have you ever considered visiting a doctor?
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Hi Melissa. Thanks for the reply. I am using the inkey list salicylic acid cleanser, the ordinary salicylic acid 2%, the ordinary niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%. Moisturiser I am using 'Eucerin UreaRepair replenishing face cream 5% urea'. The benzoyl peroxide I have used is called Acnecide 5%. I haven't tried retinoids yet. I have visited a doctor who has referred me to a dermatologist however I am still awaiting an appointment for that. Look forward to your reply.
@@dharmid I think the combination is too potent/drying, and the cream may even cause more acne as it is too heavy and clogs pores.
I have had a great routine here: ua-cam.com/video/nu1Wo9O_6e0/v-deo.html
That worked well for me; you could exchange the benzoyl peroxide cleanser for the Inkey List cleanser.
But overall, you could also wait for the doctor's appointment.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet hello Melissa. Thank you for your suggestions. I will take a look at your video that you have linked. I appreciate the time you have taken out to respond to my messages ☺️
It's fine I used niacinamide before salicylic acid??
I suggest doing it the other way around :)
hi mellissa can u help me with my skincare routine? am i doing it right?? ihave struggled with acne for years now.
am
-salicylic acid 2% cosrx
-gokujyun hyaluronic liquid/essence
-sunscreen
pm
-salicylic acid 2% cosrx
-gokujyun hyaluronic liquid/essence
-the ordinary niacinamide 10%
-night cream
Hey! :)
The order of application looks good! :)
Let me know how it goes!
thank you for responding! i will let you know how this goes😊
Please tell me what i use my skin is acne prone and oily. I have open pores..... 😢
You can use the combination of products that I demonstrated in this video.
There are many products please can you tell which products reduce open pores.....I am form Bangladesh
@@ummetarin6646 the combination of products that I demonstrated in this video.
wouldnt you use niacinimide first instead of salicylic acid?
Salicylic acid is a chemical exfoliant (beta-hydroxy acid) that penetrates deep into the pores, clearing them of excess oil, dead skin cells, and debris. By applying it first, you're helping to unclog and clean your pores, which can enhance the absorption of the products that follow.
Niacinamide, on the other hand, is a water-soluble vitamin (vitamin B3) that works on the skin's surface to help improve its overall appearance, reduce the appearance of pores, and regulate sebum production.
So, applying salicylic acid first can help enhance the efficacy of the niacinamide, as it helps clear the skin and make it more receptive to the benefits of the niacinamide.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet Yeah Its just that online some people say to use niacinamide first since its water based and salicylic acid is oil based and would block it. I use the ordinary for both niacinamide and salicylic and I think the salicylic is actually water based.
@@Vereign Ah, no. There is a Salicylic Acid Anhydrous solution by The Ordinary. If you have that one, it should be applied after Niacinamide. However, all the other solutions I am aware of are water-based.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet okay thank you sm!
Heyy thankyou so much for the video 💗💯.
Can you just check my routine once please...:))
1. Cleanser
2. Minimalist brand =Salicylic acid face serum 02%
3. Minimalist brand= Niacinamide face serum 10% (should i use one with 5% or 10% is fine)
4. Minimalist brand= Moisturizer
Please confirm if I'm doing it in a right way 🙏🏻💫
And if i have to add vitamin C serum when should i use it ?
I have oily and acne prone skin ..
Thankyou so muxh I Hope you will reply 🙏🏻
Hey! :) The routine looks good, although I don't think you need a moisturizer, unless it's a gel/oil-free one, in which case it may work. Start with a 5% Niacinamide serum, as you have the option. Use your Vitamin C serum when not using Niacinamide, so one in the AM and the other in the PM.
@@MelissaVanDijkTheSkinDiet okay thankyou soo much i really needed thos one 💗💯
Tysm.. For sharing 🤗
😊
Nice video
Dankje
🙂