How To Combine Actives in a Routine | CAIS, Retinoids, Vitamin C, AHA.

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  • @kristinsato
    @kristinsato 3 роки тому +39

    You've been my go to skincare person for so many years now, thank you for continuing to put out high quality videos that are endlessly relevant

  • @AlannaStLaurent
    @AlannaStLaurent 3 роки тому +11

    This video was integral for me to know what order to use my products (I typed it out and taped it inside my cabinet door in the bathroom). I started following your channel because we are the same age range, plus having sensitive skin with hyperpigmentation (oh what fun it is!). I’ve learned a lot about what products are helpful for my skin. THANK YOU for your videos!

  • @volcomwave
    @volcomwave 3 роки тому +47

    So I finally went to a new dermatologist and did a 6-month stint of Accutane. It’s been a month since I’ve stopped and my doctor gave me 0.025% tretinoin for management/anti-aging. I can’t believe how much my skin prefers 0.025% to the 0.05%. My skin feels amazing every morning and very well hydrated! Definitely is a case of stronger isn’t necessarily better for me! I spent the 6 months using the most basic routine ever: LRP Dermo Cleanser, Rovectin Treatment Lotion, and Avène’s Xeracalm cream. It worked wonders and I was so happy to have an excuse to parse down my routine. Slowly expanding what I’m using again… I think I’m gonna splurge on SkinCeuticals Vitamin C!

    • @melbygrace
      @melbygrace 3 роки тому +1

      I am 41. Same thing here. Lower dose. No drying. Still seeing great results!

    • @16ssd
      @16ssd 2 роки тому

      Did you ever get the skinceuticals? If so how is it?

  • @bibicheknauf4163
    @bibicheknauf4163 3 роки тому +120

    You thought me so well over the years: I practically do exactly what “you” do and, I am 75 year old😜

    • @ruebenromero2497
      @ruebenromero2497 3 роки тому +3

      Taught 😉

    • @bibicheknauf4163
      @bibicheknauf4163 3 роки тому +16

      @@ruebenromero2497 thanks for the correction. I hope you never make typos😳

    • @radinwasir4426
      @radinwasir4426 3 роки тому +4

      @@ruebenromero2497 its maybe her auto correct mistake

    • @davidbennet1181
      @davidbennet1181 3 роки тому +2

      We could learn a lot from you as well, I'm certain

  • @cstewart3759
    @cstewart3759 3 роки тому +19

    Oh, Renee, you are a godsend!! I just ordered CAIS yesterday and have been Googling ever since how to incorporate it into my routine of tret, vit c, and Good Genes! You are the BEST!! 🙌🏼💕

    • @ric25feb
      @ric25feb 3 роки тому +1

      i ordered one too yday 😂

  • @Chunky_Munkey
    @Chunky_Munkey 3 роки тому +1

    Lol yup I have been a skincare junky since 12 years old! My korean mix grandmother taught me how to take care of my skin and now being 44 I am so Grateful she did! She’s almost 90 and Oh my goodness! Not only is she up and about like she’s my age, but she Literally looks in her 40’s! I am not blessed fully with her skin because 1/2 my ethnicity is the kind that Ages bad so I am constantly counteracting that and have to be more diligent and caring for my skin 🤦🏻‍♀️ I love skincare and it’s a ritual with me! I practice Super will power and self discipline to NOT use all my skincare I have! 😆 Mahalo for your videos I just found and binge watching!

  • @officejccp7058
    @officejccp7058 3 роки тому +4

    As usual, wonderful skincare advise! Your advise over the years has made my 65 year old skin glow!!

  • @MarissaCooperButPoor
    @MarissaCooperButPoor 3 роки тому +5

    I just got 2 of CAIL 1% and I cannot wait to try it ❤❤ CAIS is my favourite product from NIOD, so I have been curious to try the lipid version ever since you talked about it in your NIOD video. Queen you always give the best recommendations.

  • @robsgil1
    @robsgil1 3 роки тому +1

    Best skincare person out there! Period!!!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

  • @k.huelle
    @k.huelle 3 роки тому +7

    Thank you! You do such an incredible job of explaining your routine that it makes crafting one's own routine so much better and well informed!

  • @Moskinlab
    @Moskinlab 3 роки тому +2

    a cup of herbal tea, blanket and this video is all I need now 😍😍

  • @Peachy_Pikachu
    @Peachy_Pikachu 3 роки тому +3

    Omg, this video was everything! I've been using toner before my Vitamin C and quicky realised with your video, the brand does recommend applying the active after cleansing. I'm such a sucker for toners and didn't even think of going first with Vitamin C. I wanna maximise my Vitamin C serum and going to try as you do.Then toner and after another brightening serum, which is my Azelaic Acid derivative serum. Thank you so much for this comprehensive guide. You're the best!

  • @melbygrace
    @melbygrace 3 роки тому +2

    THANK YOU! You are my favorite skincare teacher. I am ready to try CAIS but I’ve wondered where to put it in my routine.

  • @irisyeo07
    @irisyeo07 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Renee for this video 🥰🥰❤️❤️ - I am rewatching this for the third time! ❤️❤️❤️ I started getting Melasma in the last 1 year and I went see my dermatologist about two months ago as it got worse. She has prescribed me with Triluma and I have seen great improvement with it. Now I’ve also asked my dermatologist to prescribe tret (first time & need to start my well aging routine as I’m 48 yo !) and I am alternating with Triluma, and also using the OTC retinol on non-tret & non-triluma days. My skin is quite sensitive and watching this video again reminds me it is ok to skip a few times sometimes, as my skin is quite sensitive….. Skin-tuition right like you always say! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @gtan307
    @gtan307 3 роки тому +9

    I no longer use vit c serum in the morning due to frustration of it being oxidized. So instead I use leave on brightening acid (PC BHA 2%) to replace vit c in the morning before moisturizer (contain niacinamide) and sunscreen. And at night I use retinoid instead of BHA. I find this routine is more effective for my acne prone skin (with hyperpigmentation).

    • @MyLoVeLyMaN
      @MyLoVeLyMaN 3 роки тому +5

      I do similarly, but instead of BHA I've been using prescription Azelaic acid AM. Apparently Azelaic acid is also an antioxidant!

    • @gtan307
      @gtan307 3 роки тому +2

      @@MyLoVeLyMaN I’ve never tried Azelaic Acid because I’ve used BHA from PC for 9 years and love it. But I heard it’s an amazing ingredient.

  • @jananiethirraj
    @jananiethirraj 3 роки тому +5

    Excited to see you again!

  • @joshuaransome907
    @joshuaransome907 3 роки тому +2

    Renee please do a video about your favorite eye creams. Many say eyecreams are bogus

  • @eueua9141
    @eueua9141 3 роки тому +1

    This video was perfect especially since I just stocked up on my fave NIOD products and staring Retin-A.

  • @cecilieharris
    @cecilieharris 3 роки тому

    This video is so helpful and answered so many of the questions I was having. I'm very early in my retinol journey and drinking up all knowledge and tips I can get for someone my age, so this insight is extremely valuable.

  • @simply.evelyn
    @simply.evelyn 3 роки тому +5

    I'm on the right track! 🤩 Thanks so much, Renee for this video! Because of you, I'll be trying some Hada Loba products soon; just waiting on my order to arrive. Take care!

  • @debmurray2734
    @debmurray2734 3 роки тому

    New sub here ... I have appreciated your pragmatic approach to sensitive skin care ... Following the guidelines you have outlined works for me. The actives my rosacea prone skin cannot tolerate well are Ascorbic acid, Tretinoin and AHA. I moved to alternating days with Ascorbic acid and Tretinoin. On my "off days" I added copper peptides and about once per week I will replace that with a mild resurfacer like lactic acid serum or enzyme mask
    Even with that infrequency, resurfacing can trigger a rosacea flare. But on the whole, alternating product frequency and making sure I am sealing in hydration with heavily occlusive moisturizer has been a game changer to calming my skin.

  • @asmarashid2221
    @asmarashid2221 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this, so helpful! One thing I'm still not clear on is copper peptides and antioxidants. Everyone mentions not combining it with vitamin C and 'strong antioxidants' like the NIOD survival 0 but what about antioxidants like green tea and other plant extracts?

  • @jenniferolson3206
    @jenniferolson3206 3 роки тому

    This was amazing, thank you!! Where to use what just continues to confuse me and this helped so much!!!

  • @Miss_Cali
    @Miss_Cali 3 роки тому +18

    It’s been a minute but this video is right on time. Waiting for this year’s box to go on sale.

  • @lynngrover1194
    @lynngrover1194 3 роки тому

    Awesome informative video for those that have a few sensitive areas. Anything strong near my eyes causes them to get red, irritated and goopy. Your note to use eye cream first to help protect that area from the stronger serums/creams you put on your face is something I will make sure to do from now on. I have also been having trouble with my prescription Tretinoin cream causing really flaky patches in my more super dry areas…going to start using every other night and if needed every 3rd night. Post menopausal skin can be a hot mess. I don’t need anything exacerbating it;)

  • @arinco6944
    @arinco6944 3 роки тому

    Thank you. Most informative and comprehensive video. I rewatched it a couple times.

  • @jenniferdecker1424
    @jenniferdecker1424 3 роки тому +2

    Extremely informative video!!! I’ll be rewatching. Thank you! 💗

  • @Thoughtspresso
    @Thoughtspresso 3 роки тому +3

    Perfect timing, since I just bought my first retinol 1% ever, and wanted to know when to use them for how often in a week, and when do I get to use my exfoliators.

  • @marthastewart2658
    @marthastewart2658 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this video it answered my questions how I incorporate my copper peptides into my routine

  • @skincarecataloger
    @skincarecataloger 3 роки тому +1

    This was helpful. I’ve been wanting to incorporate copper peptides and I wasn’t sure how to do it. Thank you.

  • @trinichandy3049
    @trinichandy3049 3 роки тому

    Thanks for all the information on how to use these products.

  • @hpham2101
    @hpham2101 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much for this Renee. What LED mask do you use? I'd love to see you do a video on that :)

  • @chuyaoli2724
    @chuyaoli2724 3 роки тому +1

    yeap! Just watched all the past skincare routine video to figure out! Still find this video very useful! Thank you!

  • @irisyeo07
    @irisyeo07 3 роки тому +1

    Yay, first time I’m the first one to comment! Thanks Renee for this video! 👍 one random question - have you relocated out of US permanently and staying in HK? Greetings from Singapore …. And I’ve been following your channel for a long time now.

  • @mauriciosanchezrojas3101
    @mauriciosanchezrojas3101 3 роки тому

    The queen is back!
    😁

  • @Rose-ux7hd
    @Rose-ux7hd 3 роки тому

    It’s as if you read my mind. I had bought the CAIS based on your last video, just received it last night and had been unsure how to incorporate it into my routine. Thank you so very much for this. So helpful.

  • @rayliur
    @rayliur 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this video, Renee! Really helpful!

  • @alinad2928
    @alinad2928 2 роки тому

    Vitamin c irritates my skin during the day, haven’t tried cais but used the inkey list Q10 for the antioxidant protection during the day. Eager to try the anthelios 70 spf sunscreen.
    At night I use the Inkey list niacinamide then retin a .025% then a thick moisturizer (I like the cosrx moisturizer/L’Occitane shea butter moisturizer). Got one of those micro current massagers for nighttime 😅

  • @ErikaHamilton1
    @ErikaHamilton1 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing video, like always thank you Gothamista. I was waiting for this video.

  • @adrianasusunaga5671
    @adrianasusunaga5671 3 роки тому

    Love this video, makes it so much easier to understand. In what country are you? You mentioned that is humid!

  • @dangaw6392
    @dangaw6392 3 роки тому +5

    Renee, are you waiting between Niod CAIS and Tretinoin? Do you apply right away?

  • @mariewarne5727
    @mariewarne5727 3 роки тому

    Thanks, Renée. You've answered all of my questions.

  • @mary-qc3rf
    @mary-qc3rf 3 роки тому +1

    what great resource....thanks so much. bwt i was wondering if you tried la mer or augustine bader creams and whats your take on it

  • @saddybarr4551
    @saddybarr4551 3 роки тому

    I started following you recently. Thanks for your advices

  • @oth23hugger44
    @oth23hugger44 2 роки тому

    Thank you so so much for this! I use a toner, essence, serum, moisturizer, eye cream than of course sunscreen. Would i apply vitamin c after the toner or after the essence? Or somewhere else? Thank you so much for your amazing videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You are so beautiful and so youthful!

  • @patrycjasporysz2448
    @patrycjasporysz2448 3 роки тому +1

    Great and very helpful video like always 😊😘 thank you 🙏🏻

  • @SusanSlattery
    @SusanSlattery 3 роки тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH! I bought the NIOD CAIS, and was wondering about how to incorporate with C, Lactic and CoQ10.

  • @SteppingOut957
    @SteppingOut957 2 роки тому

    Awesome video!

  • @theval7099
    @theval7099 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Rene! How long are you waiting before applying moisturizer after prescribed retinoid like Aklief?

  • @HangNguyen-ih8rf
    @HangNguyen-ih8rf 2 роки тому

    I do hydration 1st after cleansing and then vit C

  • @KK-cs6ou
    @KK-cs6ou 3 роки тому

    Just the information I was looking for. Thank you. One question, can I use Tretinoin with CAIS?

  • @sherryhilliard5310
    @sherryhilliard5310 3 роки тому

    Hi Renee! Thanks as always for your content!

  • @kaycee6315
    @kaycee6315 6 місяців тому

    I know this video is 2 years old, so I hope you see it. I do a 10 step routine. I put on my 10% vitamin c in a cream ampoule as step 7/8 before my moisturizer because I follow your advice of thinnest to thickest. Should I move it up to maximize its performance?

  • @felixw1353
    @felixw1353 3 роки тому

    Love this so much!!! The Sachi serum will be my next!

  • @athenamaurer9404
    @athenamaurer9404 Рік тому

    I have noticed since starting peri menopause back in February I’m not able to use Vitamin C & Niacidimide anymore 😢

  • @poetickayoss
    @poetickayoss 3 роки тому +1

    I always love your videos but wanted to ask if you've changed something in your hair routine? It looks extra beautiful in this video.

  • @stephaniesnider6178
    @stephaniesnider6178 3 роки тому

    Brilliant primer …as per usual-Cheers
    💙xx❣️

  • @antonshmonov7935
    @antonshmonov7935 3 роки тому

    Trank you so much ! You did more than just unswering my questions . Gread Video!

  • @binteabbas9839
    @binteabbas9839 3 роки тому

    Pleaseee we needv a much needed detailed video for neck lines.plzxzzx

  • @aostafy2118
    @aostafy2118 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you! I have CAIS and was wondering if I can use it with a different form of Vit C from Peter Thomas Roth THD Ascorbate? Versus the L-Ascorbic Acid form? So enjoy your videos, Amy

  • @catalinarandle6420
    @catalinarandle6420 3 роки тому

    Always full of advice 🙏

  • @bear07hub
    @bear07hub 2 роки тому

    Not sure if you have answered this before may I know when do you guasha? Do you do it before or after the routine since it consists facial oils

  • @marthastewart2658
    @marthastewart2658 3 роки тому

    Thank you for such a great video lots of wonderful information so helpful ❤️

  • @neptunians
    @neptunians 3 роки тому +1

    I love your videos! I will turn 25 this month and 4 months ago I started with Vitamin A, wish I knew it before since I had bad teenager acne. Now I am also using Salicylacid and Lactic acid, I want to start with Vitamin C as well but I don't really know how to routine them. I am using vitamin a, salicylacid serum pm, salicylacid and lactic acid and spf at am. Any advices?

  • @BriseisMusic
    @BriseisMusic 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks, Renee! I've been starting vitamin C, and I'm so interested in copper peptides. Been wondering how to add them into my routine when I already use tretinoin.

    • @sharonjohn9430
      @sharonjohn9430 3 роки тому +2

      I use it on alternative days😀

    • @BriseisMusic
      @BriseisMusic 3 роки тому

      @@sharonjohn9430 I've since decided to try Dear Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner. Using up my serums before I buy anything else lol! This has copper peptides, but I'm not sure about the percentage. I'm still young and already using 2 great anti-aging ingredients, so I figured I don't need to go all into copper peptides just yet. 🙂

  • @belonging9200
    @belonging9200 3 роки тому

    Just what I wished for. Thank You so much.

  • @alishahemp8272
    @alishahemp8272 3 роки тому

    This was such a great video, so helpful!!! Thank you 😊

  • @shorouqalmasri5081
    @shorouqalmasri5081 Рік тому

    Is it right use peptide with glycolic acid serum , there’s no irritation ,..!!?

  • @anncleary8148
    @anncleary8148 3 роки тому

    So helpful as usual thank you.

  • @QuirkyBoy
    @QuirkyBoy 3 роки тому

    I hope you making a vids about products/active your using Synergistically with tret

  • @anonymous6594
    @anonymous6594 3 роки тому

    I do two nights retinoids, two nights AHA, and two night copper peptides.

  • @angeh9995
    @angeh9995 3 роки тому

    Thank you. This was super helpful.

  • @carolkhoo4129
    @carolkhoo4129 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for always clearing our doubts. I was watching a video by a dermatologist about combining hyaluronic acid with retinol. She advised against using them together to avoid irritation coz hyaluronic acid will draw retinol deeper into the skin. Any thoughts?

  • @annaantonio8673
    @annaantonio8673 3 роки тому +1

    Renee can I apply sum 37 essence mist before skinceuticals phloretin?

  • @liseaaslandursin2381
    @liseaaslandursin2381 Рік тому

    Is it safe to use LED and retinoids in the same routine, or is it better to alternate nights?

  • @rye9758
    @rye9758 3 роки тому +2

    What is ur current vit c fave?

  • @m.younis9849
    @m.younis9849 3 роки тому +1

    Oh wait.. So Prescription tret - not other retnoid - : can or cannot be Layered with Copper peptide?

  • @niki-dk4dh
    @niki-dk4dh 3 роки тому

    Hi Renee,
    I cannot find Sachi Triphala pigmentation serum in my country.Can you please propose me another that works well with vit. C and has the same benefits.Thank you

  • @frisjwk
    @frisjwk 11 місяців тому

    Try geek and gorgeous vitamin C its the best

  • @luci4087
    @luci4087 3 роки тому

    thank you for putting timestamps.

  • @echuang1635
    @echuang1635 3 роки тому

    Hi Renee, I note that you mentioned you use red LED light. Just like you, I am hyperpigmentation prone. Have you noticed any increase in hyperpigmentation with red LED light or how do you use it to protect against colouring? Thank you

  • @GETFITJADA
    @GETFITJADA 3 роки тому

    I love you channel, thank you

  • @albeeinla
    @albeeinla 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing this, I’m using prescription tret at nightI put aside my red led mask.
    Any tips on when / how to pair these 2?

  • @cristinitaandco
    @cristinitaandco Рік тому

    So after exfoliation what do you use? I saw actives in there right?

  • @geebinmak9058
    @geebinmak9058 3 роки тому +1

    Wonderful video! Let's stay you do your morning routine, do something active, and then take a afternoon shower..do you reapply everything again before going out for the day? Or just certain products.

    • @gothamista
      @gothamista  3 роки тому +8

      I personally apply mist, moisturizer, sunscreen after mid-day workout. no need to reapply actives, can be too much.

    • @geebinmak9058
      @geebinmak9058 3 роки тому

      @@gothamista thanks! Good to know...and thanks for understanding what I meant despite my typos!

  • @muttmatchl.a.8963
    @muttmatchl.a.8963 2 роки тому

    What are you referring to for hydration?

  • @Agl_dsgns
    @Agl_dsgns 3 роки тому +1

    Do you still have to put vitamin C even when you don’t go out ? And do you need to apply sunscreen afterwards even if you don’t go out. Like do both have to be applied together ?

  • @giladddable
    @giladddable 3 роки тому +1

    What is your favorite eye cream to plumpen sunken eyes, without makeup ingredients?

  • @belerinah
    @belerinah 3 роки тому

    Hi Renee,
    I'm not sure I undertood everything; I want to try copper peptides in my routine but am also actively fighting adult acne and use a lot of BHAs. Can these two be used together or is it a no go ?
    Love you

  • @janetrodriguez5445
    @janetrodriguez5445 3 роки тому +5

    I thought copper peptides shouldn’t be used with acids? At least that’s what the ordinary website says. I want to use TO lactic acid the same night as TO copper peptides but I haven’t because I am afraid they will cancel each other out.

    • @anonymous6594
      @anonymous6594 3 роки тому

      Yes. According to Deciem,
      direct acids, Vitamin C, strong antioxidants, and retinol and retinoids conflict with their copper
      peptides serums. That’s why I use them on nights where I don’t use an acid or a tretinoin.

    • @Chloevien
      @Chloevien 3 роки тому +1

      But it also said, if you you use direct acid, you have to wait 30 minutes before you use any copper peptides products.

  • @hananeelkoundi3805
    @hananeelkoundi3805 3 роки тому

    Can I use in the morning routine BHA paula s choice before vitamine c serum?is there a problem with the skin pH?

  • @elenavaldambrini7304
    @elenavaldambrini7304 3 роки тому +1

    Do you ever exfoliate with acids before applying CAIS? I've been reading that they are not supposed to be used together

  • @jenniferdang2013
    @jenniferdang2013 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this🙏🏻

  • @susansscentstreet8043
    @susansscentstreet8043 3 роки тому

    YES.....exactly!

  • @wereskikate5259
    @wereskikate5259 3 роки тому

    Omg.i really needed this video

  • @nxx4333
    @nxx4333 3 роки тому

    Hi! Can you please guide on micro current device? I recently bought foreo bear but im not too sure when and how to use it (with what type of product)

  • @eschwarz1003
    @eschwarz1003 Рік тому

    "skintuition" great concept

  • @carolynlombardo7069
    @carolynlombardo7069 2 роки тому

    Can I use niod cais with led light. If so how?

  • @chiaaaar
    @chiaaaar 3 роки тому +1

    We have almost the same routine 😁
    AM: Hada Labo Cleanser, Hada Labo Lotion, Inkey List Vit C & EGF, The Ordinary Moisturizer + HA, Biore UV Essence
    PM:Inkey List SA Cleanser, Hada Labo Lotion, Inkey List Retinol, The ordinary Moisturizer + HA
    Lately, been planning to add that Ordinary Vit C +AA in the AM and Ordinary The buffet in my PM routine.

  • @taurielelf6886
    @taurielelf6886 3 роки тому

    What does it cost for your skin cares, putting the cost of the product your using would really help. Thanks