Am I Detoxing, Purging, Or Breaking Out? The real reasons behind your breakouts
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2024
- The words detoxing, purging, and breaking out are used as synonyms, but I'm here to discuss what they really mean for your skin!
Watch this video to understand the real reason behind your breakouts.
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Finally someone who doesn’t push the marketing ploy of detoxing
Omg I so appreciate you for saying so!!!
@@OlenaBeley hi. May I know if taking glutathione make your acne worst? Pls answer me thankyou
honestly one of the most beneficial videos ive watched. thank you!!
This one video made me subscribe to you. Please don't stop making more videos and honestly you explain really well. Like a good teacher should. Thank you.
Nidhi jhawer aw thank you very much! That’s very kind of you! 💕💕💕
Great info!!! Wow I learned so much !
I love your explanations. Thank you. Subscribed.
Andra Constantin yay, my pleasure! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! 🥳🙏💖
Great video, exactly what I've been experiencing after starting to use: tretinoin, retin A, salisylic acid, azelaic acid, BHA & AHA, benzyl peroxide and adaplene. After fighting bance for a year I am seeing some great results since intoruducing these prpducts into my skin care routine. I also started keto diet and can already see positive effects from after just a week of my new diet plan. You got yourself a new sub from Finland!
Thanks so much!
Ummmm one thing though: you're using a TON of actives, a lot of them are quite strong and can be drying, especially the BP and tretinoin. Like you're using every acne-fighting active imaginable...and I hope not all at once!!!
My concern is overuse, since dry/dehydrated/irritated skin can actually become MORE pore-clogging...So if you used a couple of these actives, I'd say you're purging, but since you're using all of them...It could be irritation.
Something to consider!
Love,
Olena
Super late but I recently got into skincare, and as a teenager I have a lot of types of acne and have been trying to figure things out and you channel has been very informative! Thank you!
yeet the bread I’m so happy we found each other!!! ❤️❤️❤️
this is explanation im looking for! thankyou!
ps. spread science!
Thank you making me feel better
Hi Olena! Was wondering is the 28 days clear skin series not available for free anymore? Much love🥰🥰
Thank you so much , Subbed! ❤️
Thanks for watching and subbing!
Some people break out when they change their diet because their sebum production changes and their hormonal balance may shift, as well, especially if they stop consuming endocrine disrupters
Hii again, love this video and feeling so incredibly grateful for this free content💖 ever since I found you (about 2 weeks ago almost) I have completely switched up my routine with cerave cleanser. I also recently started a new birth control a week ago and I’m breaking out (or maybe purging) & blackheads in places I’ve never broken out before (yes I’m using actives like niacinamide which I used before) I think I watched a video on you saying it was normal to purge? I was just hoping for some clarification 😊I was hoping to look into your program if things don’t settle down as well.. thanks so so much🙏💓
Please refer to my blog and IG for more information. 💖
Very informative!
c. Simon thanks so much! ❤️
You’re welcome! I would like to know you’re opinion about the Mad Hippie skincare. That’s the one that I use and I love it!
I started Azeliac acid a week ago and I've noticed breakouts around areas where I usually get white bumps. Is this normal with Azeliac acid even though it's supposed to help bumps?
Hi Olena! Some dermatologists would say mineral oil or petrolatum doesn’t clog pores. What’s your experience and take on this? What about olive oil-some websites would grade it a 2/5 for comedogenocity which isn’t pretty bad..
I stopped exfoliating because my skin is sooo dry and sensitive. I also had breakouts. So I only cleansed and moisturizerized. My cheeks suddenly started breaking out more but my forehead got better? I'm trying to find a chemical exfoliator bc physical ones are wayyy too abrasive on my skin
Do you have info or video on the best routine for skin care? Such as best ways to cleanse, tone, exfoliating, moisturize...
Hey olena, I'm using benzoyl peroxide 2.5 since 3 weeks for alternate nights and my skin is still striping off is it okay? (Tho I can see results but my skin feels too dry)
Ps. I started using it bec I suffer from red acne and tiny bumps.. also red marks of my past acne.
Olena , I’ve been watching your playlist for two days now while breastfeeding my baby. I hope u discuss skincare for mommy and using sunblocks for baby and kids❤️❤️ love, Gigi!
Had a severe breakout after I gave birth😣
How do you feel about Cerave products, I heard they have alcohol in there products that are harmful to the skin. Is this true?
For any people stressing that they are breaking out rather than purging - purging CAN last anywhere from a few days to 6-8 weeks. Give it some time.
If it last more than 8 weeks but acne is still only on places where I usually get acne??
Hi! Thank you for this explanatory video. I've been using more natural products (i.e., oils, masks, butters) for a while now (probably like 3 years), believing it is gentler on my sensitive, acne-prone skin. My skin is not getting any better, but I'm so scared of my skin getting even worst by switching back to more chemical based products. Do you have any advice for this situation? I'm sooo tired of my skin in this condition :/
Please refer to my latest videos for more advice 💖
I have a question, in your videos you mention that it takes up to 8 weeks to form a pimple (may not be full 8 weeks every time) but also that people shed their skin and become “a new you” every 4-6 weeks. Just wondering if you could clarify the lineup of those time spans. As in how could you have a pimple that’s been forming for 8 weeks if you have all new skin? Thank you for all your amazing videos and wisdom you share 💜
this is really late but when you shed your skin every 4-6 weeks that is just the uppermost one layer. pimples are forming underneath the surface much lower.
Hi Olena! Let’s say I’m using an acid, how would I know if it’s just purging or possibly irritating my skin? Is it normal for your skin to be irritated early on while using an active? And is it possible to just lessen the frequency of the acid until your skin tolerates it?
Great question!
Depends on the acid formulation and strength -- if it has nonsense it it like Pixi, or is too strong like The Ordinary's Glycolic Toning Solution then I would discontinue use for a while until your skin feels way better.
Then if you're using one of these types of acid products, I would not use them more than 1-2 a week.
So definitely lessen the frequency and don't try to bulldoze through using an acid because you'll just destroy your barrier and likely break out more.
If the acid is 5% lactic acid or 2% BHA then you can build up your tolerance by starting 1-2 a week for a month, then 3-4x a week the next, and maxing out at around every other day.
Hope this helps!
Love,
Olena
I was always using a benzoyl peroxide wash only as a morning wash; now I started using It for morning and night that has led to some breakouts...is this normal?
Hi. Omg watching this instantly made me feel so much better. I came from using bar soap and occasional moisturizers and oil on my skin, because i have oily acne prone skin. I was scared to use other stuff because i had a horrible cystic acne when i was 21 that left me with ice picks. After that my skin cleared up and i would only get acne a week before my period. A week ago i discovered The Ordinary and i started using niacinimide, retinol, glycolic acid, and serums in my skin and i started getting lots of acnes. I guess its what you described as purging. I was on the verge of quiting these active ingredients, until i watched your video, so thank you! Hopefully it clears up in few weeks and i'll have great skin!
She Speaks Her Mind could u give an update on your skin situation today? Im in the same train with the ordinary after 1 month and im purging like crazy...
@@amalialavric7164 I gave up then until now I still have these two pinkish red scarring that keeps getting irritated and keeps becoming a pimple. :(
Another update, I tried using the retinol again few days ago and grew 3 huge pimples, so I completely threw out two brand new bottles! I'm forever over it!!!
I have been drinking basil seeds in water for 2-3 weeks and i got a massive breakout since a week i dont know if i should continue drinking it or not
This makes so much sense though. I have a lot of inflammation of the gut, and I also have a lot of problems with acne.
This is concerning though because my gut inflammation is hard to control because I have some chronic illnesses.
So should my cleanser just contain actives? What should my moisturizers and primers and toners contain?!
What a great video, definitely learned some new things, thank you! What are your thoughts on organic coconut oil? I've heard it's antibacterial...but does it clog pores???
No bueno, organic or not.😟
@@OlenaBeley ok thanks!
Started a retinoid 2 weeks ago and my skin is MAD! I'm going to keep using it and see how it goes!
Luccas Lopes toon la la, how often are you using it? And how’s your moisturization routine? 🤗
@@OlenaBeley I'm using it nightly.
My moisturization routine: Water, Rosewater with glycerin and Moisturizer.
Luccas Lopes what’s the update on your skin?
I just recently know about purging. I started to use aha bha ordinary chemical exfoliation in dec 2019 and my skin did clear up a bit and i only experience 1 or 2 pimple here n there. But on mid jan all of sudden all my pimples seems to come out together all at once. It got worse but some of it heal itself the next day. My skin was left with redness n scars. I thought i was having a severe breakout. But then i only know that its normal to purge before u get a clearer skin if we're using active ingredients. Then they said to keep continue using the acid to get the results. Now the thing is im not sure if i can use ordinary niacinamide to help my sebum control and lightens my scaring during my purging. Please help.. I hope my skin gets clearer and healthier after my purging period. But now i just have to deal with the acnes...
So please tell me how to stop and how to know the product is not useful
i started my new skincare regimen on march 24th using SOME BY MI products, which are the aha,bha,pha miracle cleansing bar, aha,bha,pha miracle toner, aha,bha,pha miracle serum, aha,bha,pha miracle moisturizer, and the hydroboost water gel spf 50 sunscreen from neutrogena. ive also stopped eating sweets, & chips like that, drinking lots of water everyday & started taking vitamin E & vitamin A pills once everyday. my skin has been purging i think? thats what my skin esthetician told me bcus ive been getting a lot of pimples to appear on my forehead, then on my chin. im hoping its not breakouts because i really want my skin to be finally clear. i have moderate acne
Can u please tell me how long are u supposed to purge with acids like glycolic acid 🥺
Olena, I feel like complimenting you. You do a fantastic job, research wise, explaning and adressing important issues. Bravo. I realised how many things I was doing wrong with my skin, started your routin and hope things will change. Thank you for getting me into so many good habbits. Wish you progress and ultimate self realisation. Ты просто умничка!
I am currently using The Ordinary’s Nicanicamide 10% + Zinc 1% and Magnesium Ascorbyl Acid 10%. I was wondering if any of these products cause purging? My forehead and chin area started breaking out. They’re not blackheads, mostly whiteheads and skin colored acne. I dont get much acne on my chin but since I began using these products, I broke out more on my chin area. Should I stop using it ? Is it purging or just a bad reaction? HELP😭
PS. I stopped using it for 7 days at one point. Some acne decreased in size but the majority of the pimples that came out since I used these products are still there.
she mentioned in the video that niacinamide can cause purging
Hi. I just wanna know. If taking glutathione is making your pimple worst? Help me. Huhu
Wow, super informative thank you! What is your opinion on dry oils like camellia? Everything you described was me couple years ago when I used coconut oil to cleanse and moisturize (😖I know) for a month. I never had acne until 31 years, then it hit me like a ton of bricks,, severe cystic acne :( its taken years to get back to somewhat normal skin (mostly due to really bad advice on how to treat it) and even now my skin yo yos...it’ll be perfectly clear for couple months and then get a cluster of acne, then clear again :/
Btw... you look radiant! I’d love to see a favorites video from you on skin and makeup products:))
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! :)
I honestly don't believe in any oils for skin, dry or otherwise...as I think that they all lead to damage in the longterm, and if not damage then CLOGGING which leads to damage.
Love,
Olena
PS. Thank you for the compliment! You can check out my fave makeup products on popthepimple.com or on my Instagram! :) Links are in the video description :)
Is it okay to incorporate ACV + clindamycin solution with your soap that contains AHA BHA niacinamide? I don’t know if I’m purging or breaking out but I’m having acnes on areas that I usually had breakouts.
DK Javier all of the above sounds like irritation city - please watch more of my videos where I talk about why ACV doesn’t belong on the skin. 😅
My face start purging after starting to use glutathione supplements for 2weeks. Should I stop it or will the purging stops if I give it a little more time.
This serum will be good for acne skin?
Nordihydroguaiaretinic acid + oleanolic acid Super Serum.
INGREDIENTS:
AquaCoco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric, Triglyceride, Xanthan Gum, Oleanolic Acid, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium PHYTATE.
Do you think it will be okay to use it 2/3 times a week in the evening?
I would be so grateful for answer because I don't know..
Oh nvm just heard the name of the site for info on acne prone skin lol headed there now!
I'm using a vitamin C containing sunscreen and I'm experiencing little breakouts in places I normally get them and a little more texture. How long should I wait before I know if it's purging or a breakout?
Another video that I just watched say about a month or 6-8 weeks
I used a small electric razor made for women facial hair on the sides of my face because i read that it would “smooth” my skin. I noticed a ton of tiny bumps that are now turning into huge pimples. Could this be caused by the razor?? Also I am using a Retin a and i eat super healthy (vegan and lots of water and vegetables)
Its folliculitis.
Her eyes are too perfect to be real
I have very sensitive, combination/dry skin and I started using rosehip oil (Pai). As it’s supposed to initiate cell turn over, does it mean I’m purging or breaking out? I’ve never used an oil and have never broken out this badly. Its been almost 2 weeks, please help!
Laura yeah, that’s clogging 😅
I’ve been on my new products for about 2 months now and my skin is worse. I have no clue if it’s purging or breaking out 😭😭 help?
Likely there's something wrong with your routine, it could be one of the products that's irritating/clogging or all of them! :)
I like your voice.
so informative, thank you for the video
Yay, so happy you liked it! :D
Do we also purge from using vitamin c serum? I introduced both cosrx aha bha clarifying toner and vit c serum on my face at the same time. And I think my face is purging.
Technically, yes, vit C can cause purging too. I'd give it 3-4 weeks before coming to a conclusion! But if your skin feels tight/dry/flakey/or you're seeing increased congestion then perhaps this particular lineup of products is the issue!
I start using niacinamide 10% from the ordinary and they break me out ... it’s not to bad , but I never had pimples and now I got some pimples like 5 pimples around my face so wired I was so afraid, but after watching this I feel better thanks 😅
I just bought the same product and I'm experiencing the same thing... did your skin get better or was it an actual breakout?
I'm wondering also
Have you stopped using it?
I had the same problem... I had to stop it because it was so severe... Actually all of the products containing niacyniamide are irritating for my skin..
SAME i used niacinamide and broke out so bad the next day i dont know what it means
I'm always getting dermatitis in my ear canal. I really wanna do this 😩 I also have this anonymous rash on my back that comes n goes. It itches so bad . It bleeds . Doctors don't know what it is . I've gotten of under control as of lately but I'm scared it may come back.
Hi olena can u help me? Im having long time skin conditon in my face i don't know wat to use now i jave tried everything it doesn't help me at all.. Sometimes my face itchy if i used new products.. I have little white bumps sometimes it's big & small on my jaw area.. I cannot figure out if it's melastezia or purging.. I admit my lyfstyle is not gud as others but I tried my best... What do u recommend? Tnx in advance for your help..
Watch videos on fungal acne and try that. See if that’s what it is
I love you ❤️
Im using AHA for a week now. My skin is purging for a few days now.
Same as my situation now..😣
How long did it last?
same with 30% AHA, still purging on my 6th wk but lesser
I'm using facial oils on my face, that resulted to pimples and small bumps on my face, is it purging or breaking out?
Likely fungal acne from oils
Was wondering if there were products i could use to help restore the skin Barrier?
The Great barrier relief!
I have never commented videos before and this is a first.. this video really opened my eyes.. but why haven’t i seen this video before i started trying out new products? I have never had acne before and now its like an acne fiesta.. hopefully i recover soon..
Deanna Maharazi yay, once you become aware of how products are responsible for our skin conditions you will be able to make more accurate conclusions about their efficacy - I’m sure it will clear up soon! ❤️❤️
I heard somewhere that in order to tell the difference between purging and breaking out from a product is the location of the pimples and size. Purge should begin in the usual areas you breakout meanwhile reaction to a product will cause deep pimples in areas you usually don't break out. This is just what I heard, so not sure if it's true. Feel free to chime in if you know if it's a myth or fact :).
Yo Mama not true in my experience...
Hey girl... so why don't you like IS clinical's line? Just too pricey? I have an esthetician pushing it on me and that it will help my skin!
My son purged bad for 6 months and now we are dealing with scarring and blemishes mainly on his cheeks It is finally slowing down
I would really look into the skincare he's using because a purge lasting that long is not a purge... :)
Love,
Olena
I was wondering if you know about Dr Bronners Tea Tree Pure-Castile liquid soap? I started using that to clean my skin once a day and jojoba oil to moisturize.. 3 weeks ago. I am breaking out pretty bad but in the usual areas. I am so unsure if it is a purge from the soap?? or whether I should stop using the jojoba oil. I have an event coming up and it is pretty damn stressful :( I suffer most from winter acne and have had major sebum problems over the past year so that is why I thought these products would help me in reducing the sebum and staying moisturized. sorry this comment is so long. Btw you're beautiful :)
Hi there, thank you for your question!
So this particular soap is highly alkaline while healthy skin is acidic, meaning that with time it throws off your skin's acidity making it more alkaline AND more prone to bacterial overgrowth!
I definitely don not recommend this particular combo, because it will only dehydrate your skin -- which will actually make it appear MORE oily unfortunately!
Jojoba oil seems innocent in the beginning, but I assure you that in 3-4 weeks of using it as a moisturizer you'll see increased clogging.
It sounds like you need a legitimate skincare routine that will cleanse, treat, hydrate, and protect your skin...which takes about 1.5-3 months of consistent use to see the kinds of results that you want.
But please don't stress about it, because it's only skin -- you're beautiful with or without perfect skin! This can be fixed and is only a temporary hiccup :)
Love,
Olena
What kind gluthathione do you recommend?
Glutathione shouldn't be taken directly since the body actually creates it itself with the necessary building blocks, so there's an indirect way of raising glutathione. I recommend you read more about it here: popthepimple.com/5-ways-to-increase-glutathione-for-amazing-skin/
Love,
Olena
I think I am purging right now, so many spots, like 100 odd little whiteheads!!!! KILL ME.
I just started using The Ordinary salicylic acid on my spots/break out area ( added in hyaluronic acid & rosehip oil too) I am pretty sure it is purging, I have very combo skin - spotty around chin, forehead and can get big ones on my cheeks but I get eczema around nose & eyes. I also have autoimmune issues and have had some bad eczema flare-ups on my face, but this looks and feels so different from that - I don't normally get whiteheads when this happens.
Spots are happening around my normal troubled areas, but also my eye area got very red & puffy even though I didn't put any salicylic acid there and this started two days after using the acids so assuming its purging. Would you recommend carry on putting salicylic acid? I haven't since my skin flared up. Any advice or help??
Um...with the rosehip oil it could be clogging. Wouldn't blame it all on the SA.
@@OlenaBeley thank you Olena! I only used the oil twice and the SA three or four times. Would you recommend trying them again separately once my face has cleared?
Do you have a video where you talk about why honey is bad?
Okay when I eat vegetables I break out so badly into large painful cysts. I tried verything including good quality probiotics and foods but give me a green smoothie and I will basically have large lumps under the skin for months. I never had this issue until I went on high level antibiotics and got sick overseas. (Yes I tried to parasite cleanse). Please let me know what you think. Also it's usually on the jaw and milk breaks me out.
I have no idea what this could be since there's not enough context -- it could coincide with a terrible skincare routine? I would always ALWAYS first look at the skincare, and then after implementing a legitimately good skincare routine for 3+ months you can see if it's really an internal issue.
Hope this made sense!
Love,
Olena
Olena Beley Thank you for your reply.
Yes so I have an a excellent skin care routine that works amazing to get rid of huge cysts etc and worked wonders. but then they appear on my chin in huge formations (the rest of my skin is fine with decent eating and skin care) But when I have dairy or a lot of cruciferous vegetables they reappear. I also eat probiotics and drink a lot of water recently for my gut health from antibiotics but I don't think that's it.
My routine:
I wash with a low ph gel cleanser or water depending on my skin and oil cleanse with fungal acne safe MC oil (just to be extra careful as I'm sensitive to oil) if I have makeup.
Tone with Avene spray or gentle toner
Apply Niacinamide & Buffet form the ordinary
Then use a x2 barrier cream (for sensitive skin that is free from tip 10 harsh things)
Sunscreen that contains Niacinamide or is gentle SPF50+
For actives:
BHA Cosrx Blackhead power liquid (freaking amazing)
Vit C by the ordinary (Fabulous)
My doctors and derm both gave me clyndimicin and tretonoin but both have proven inaafective compared to Niacinamide.
Sometimes I'll use a mask for sensitive skin or korean mask.
Please help me , sorry its kinda long :(
I use this one:
~ neutrogene facial cleanser which does not clog pores ,oil free , contains salyclic acid
~ St Ives apricot scrub (contains salyclic acid , oil free , exfoliate)
~ neutrogena alcohol- free toner
~ neutrogena hydrating serum
~ neutrogena oil- free mostuirize and also alcohol-free
I have oily skin type , so i use these but still i got one pimple a day... i mean The first week I dont get any but after almost a week , it starts to appear..but it is not cystic , just pink bumps (i think its a whitehead?) at my chin (the most) , my right cheek and my left forehead...but those r all just bumps..is my skin purging actually?:(
Try not using the St. Ives scrub, it is a physical exfoliant that can really hurt your skin. Try a chemical exfoliant instead! If you want more info you can research the two types of exfoliants on UA-cam.
Visit her website and her instagram. Her free content addresses all of these concerns you just listed. And she has a highlight where she talks about 💩 products to avoid.
I started using niacinamide containing moisturizer at night about a month ago. My skin cleared in first two weeks with no reaction but now I have breakouts coming up here and there. Is it purge or breakout? Should I decrease the frequency of usage?
Ayesha Khan i experienced this. The first two weeks, my skin is hella clear. Then broke me out the next.
@@paulisabeeel omg this happened to me too!
What should we do guys cause I gave up
Same with my situation right now. If it truly purging...How long it will take time for the process being? It is have change to get better back?
I used a cheap and thick moisturizer for three months and then I stopped and I just wash my face with a lotion that contains lactic acid only. It's been like a month and I'm suddenly breaking out badly, am I purging?
I don't quite understand? You're using lactic acid to wash your face? Is the lactic acid the main ingredient or way down on the ingredient list?
Purging is possible on actives, or it could be something else in the ingredient list that's actually clogging your pores.
Hope this helps!
Love,
Olena
PS. I hope you're wearing sunscreen every day!!!
@@OlenaBeley Thanks for replying and sorry if I didn't explain myself properly. I cleanse my face with a lotion which its main ingredient is lactic acid and cocamidopropyl betaine. I was alright during the first week of using the product and now I'm just breaking out like crazy, so I was just wondering what's going on. Your video was very informative though, I hope I'm just purging. And I just started using some sunscreen as well, but all of them break me out and make my face red and greasy so I don't really know what to do at this point. Hope this explanation gives you a better idea of my situation, thank you so much :)
I just started using a Missha toner and essence. I’m not really breaking out technically but it’s like my skin is becoming more congested around my chin. Should I worry that these products are just clogging my pores rather than it just purging?
** I having been using both chemical and physical exfoliants regularly for over a year
Ooh I tend to stay away from K-beauty and don't recommend it for my clients since a lot of these products are mostly just overhyped moisturizes -- containing little to no actives, while also usually containing alcohol and/or fragrance and a bunch of plant extracts.
You might not be breaking out currently, but that's because congestion does take time -- usually about 1 skin cycle (about 4-6 weeks). That means that today it can be congestion, but in 2-4 weeks it can be full blown breakouts.
Hope this provides some clarity!
Love,
Olena
I got little red bumps and also some tiny bumps that are in my skin, not on the top layer after using vitamin c serum. Plis tell me Is this normal or is the serum blocking my pores?
Ooh interesting, and I'd love to form a conclusion but I don't have enough info. Like the rest of your routine matters, how long you used the product, its ingredients etc.
If you've used it for a month or more and you see these bumps then likely it's your skin reacting, but if you used it for a few days, that's not enough data to make a conclusion.
Also some other product in your routine can be causing the issue, or you might be purging on this product...
Lol, that probably doesn't help :P
Love,
Olena
@@OlenaBeley I don't do anything extra. Wash face with mild soap at night, serum( which I just added) and moisturizer.
Well actually after all the research and information I think I should give serum sometime before making decision. Bc I only used it for 4 days. 🙄
Thank you♡♡
grey kamachi are you still using ur vitamin C serum? do you still get those bumps and stuff?
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Someone told me that if AHA and BHA are in my cleanser, it is not strong enough to purge my skin...AHA and BHA should be in my toner or serum for them to make my skin purge...is that statement really true or just a crap? I hope u will respond to this huhu
It depends on the actual strengths of the AHA or BHA, most cleansers don't contain enough, but some still contain enough to cause unnecessary dryness and irritation, especially around the eye area.
I would avoid acids in a cleanser, and opt for serums that contain them with actual percentage strengths so that you know how strong they are.
Love,
Olena
@@OlenaBeley u said some cleansers containing AHA and BHA would cause dryness and irritation..so is that including a type of purging?
Why did I break out after cutting out sugar if it’s not “detoxing” toxins? I didn’t change my skincare routine at all, I just stopped eating processed sugars
I’m confused now lol
Kenzie your hormones are probably changing once you cut sugar after eating it for so long.
Alicia R ahhhh that makes sense 😆 Thank you
Interesting. I just watched Ebony’s video and she purged for 4 full weeks
Anakaren Garza I don’t know who that is or the full context of this person’s routine.
So people can think that getting pimples when you are eating healthy is a sign of detoxing? Never heard of that.. How weird!
Lol I know! It's usually people in natural skincare communities (who use jojoba oil and manuka honey) and see their skin clogging more and more and start blaming it on their food.
Thanks for watching! :)
Love,
Olena
I’m a month in on taking 1000mg glutathione oral supplement. And I am experiencing an increase in acne. I have them all around the face and all over my neck area. I’m not sure whether this is natural and will go away naturally too? Maybe someone can help me figure this out? Thanks all.
I would consider your skincare products and practices first and foremost. Glutathione will not heal problems created on the surface of the skin.
Its almost a month and i have more pimples than usual since im using this clay mask is this purging or breakout?? Should i still continue using this product?
That clay mask is prob too drying for your skin & damaging it's barrier function
hello olena, i started using nature republic aloe vera gel for i think a week, at the beginning my skin doesn’t have any problem or pimple, but after 6-9 days my skin started to having pimples and red dots/baby pimple is it purging or it’s breakout?😫 thank u!
Amelia Leonardo it’s likely breaking out. Aloe can be extremely sensitizing.
Olena Beley thank you, do you have any tips for skincare? like can i put it for 30-60 mins as a mask, everyday i use nature republic aloe vera gel as a sleeping mask and after i wake up i’ll wash my face, does it affect my skin if i leave it overnight? or should i just use for 30-60 mins😊
I just started using Bioderma Purifying Cleansing Foaming gel (the blue bottle) and i feel as if i’m purging. It says in the ingredients it contains lactic acid which i’ve heard causes purging, what do you think?? btw love your channel so much:)
Hi there, and thanks so much for the love! :)
So the amount of acids in this cleanser are in such tiny quantities, that they will not do any real exfoliation to cause a purge.
Your skin is likely just breaking out -- and not from cleansing, but from an incomplete skincare routine lacking actives, or just other clogging products... ;P
Hope this helps!
Love,
Olena
Can you please help me?😫 i’ve been dealing with this for 6 years & it’s so consistent. it’s constantly bringing me down and making me lose my confidence. please help me
@@isabellarobbins1319 Of course I can help you darling! Check out my Routine Review service for more info and we can work one-on-one to create a skincare routine that heals and protects your skin! :)
The links are in the video description!
Love,
Olena
Can I purge because of secret clay mask?
Likely not, usually clay masks don't contain any actives. But I do not recommend clay masks since they are SUPER drying, they will suck all the moisture out of your skin and won't actually help the breakouts since dry/dehydrated skin means that your skin cells will stick together more instead of sloughing off naturally, creating more clogging.
Hope this helps!
Love,
Olena
Can i purge for 3 months? Im using betaine salicylate 2-3x a week
That’s super unlikely 😅
Olena Beley should I stop it? 😅
Of course. I was a care Taker many a year. I know their skin..🎩🧙♀️🧙♂️, I'm very frightened. Some of those Barnicle's!! Ohmygoatdancing!🐴🐐🐘
I am very questionable as to if I am purging or breaking out,the first 2 weeks my face was becoming dry because the topical use I am using is epiduo forte and aczone.After about a little over 3 weeks I started noticing my chin was starting to get bits of pimples so I thought maybe this is the purging stage,my case of acne is mild but I do have a lot of clogged pores(blackheads) around my chin like big ones,some on my nose and upper lip,my cheek area,and just a bit on my forehead. My chin did get better and does have pimples still since the fact I had very big blackheads around my chin,after my chin was getting bad I had noticed my forehead and my cheek area started getting worse,where I used to have acne before. I have done research on purging and some people say that it lasts about 3 months depending on their skin type and how bad their acne is,I am not sure whether I should keep fighting this breakout. I am getting acne in the areas I used to have before,and my pores are becoming larger due to the topical uses. Please let me know what I should do!
im using the ordinary niacinamide and the ordinary moisturizing, and i experience many small bumps on my face. my friend say this is purging i just need to continue using the product.
me too :(
did your skin get better yet?
@@stephanie-ct4uk yes and i upload a video for that check my channel so u can see my before and after pic
@@stephanie-ct4uk just keep using it after 4weeks u can see a nice results.
Me tooo so bad I applied aloe vera raw directly to my face and they go away .!!! So I think us normal to break out with actives.? 😅
This was so helpful thank you so much. I’m on this new skincare routine and I didn’t know why my skin was getting so bad. I believe I’m purging after watching this video. I’ve been using acnefree benzoyl peroxide acid cleanser, the ordinary salicylic acid, cvs moisturizer (dupe for the CerAVe moisturizer), neutrogena hydroboost sun screen 30, and Laroche-Posay cleanser
Ooh sounds like you might given that you introduced the salicylic acid! :) I'd give it 3-4 weeks to see progress, and to gather some data about the efficacy of your new routine! :)
Love,
Olena
Olena Beley okay ! Thank you so much 🤗💕
How’s your skinn now
what are actives i don't understand
Answered in my latest video (uploaded yesterday!) :)
Question: I use tea tree foam wash and tea tree toner and recently introduced hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and retinol (which I use at night) from Yhr ordinary. However I’ve been noticing I’m getting more enlarged pores and some spot on my forehead. Could it be due to the products. Should I stop using them.
Gifty Osas i would eliminate the first two and the retinol contains jojoba oil so it’s likely also causing a problem over time.
Thank you! 🙏 Just to confirm eliminate tea tree products and retinol. What kind of cleansers would you suggest? I believe I have combination- oily skin type
I have been on pain meds 18yrs. So either way. Even drinking alot of water, I need to. BUUUT, FIRST Time I experience this. I am 62 tho. I have RADIATION Poisoning n Cluster Headaches 😭😭
YOU 🍃🌷🍃 Are So Radiantly Stunning. If I could share a Pinch, I would say, drink water n MOISTURIZE 😁💗😁💗 GOD L💖VES US 🍃🕊🍃🌷🕊🌷🍃🌷🕊🌷🍃
Only water soluble toxins can be flushed out easily and some fat soluble “toxins” absolutely Store in body fat. You still don’t sweat it out, though, and it will kill you if the amount becomes excessive (think poisonous quantities of fat soluble vitamin supplementation, or over consumption of liver, etc)
Sure, but the point of the video is what constitutes breaking out.
Detoxing can show up on your skin. This is a fact! Similarly those who are dealing with constipation may break out because toxins are being absorbed in the blood. And it shows up in the skin. Not all toxins will kill you 😂
Hope you know your skin is your biggest organ!
You mention excess sebum causing acne, what causes the excess sebum ! We need to look at the root
I agree with some of what you are saying but there are So many alternative facts in this video!
Do in-depth research people!!
cndd skn oh i thought I was talking about the smallest organ! Thanks so much for clearing things up for me! 😅
I recently just started a new diet along with exercise, I drink a gallon of water daily, I noticed I have been breaking out when I usually only have breakouts around my cycle can this be purging or a reaction?
Anyone purging from TO niacinamide ?
Me! Idk if I'm purging or not. But I started having pimples and some whiteheads on my forehead and jaw area. But the white heads do go away pretty quickly so idk if it's a break out or purging 😭
What about acne rosacea?
What about it?
@@OlenaBeley what’s the root cause usually
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Sydney Elizabeth ❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful video thanks. I'm using niacinamide from the ordinary, still getting breakouts and don't understand if it's just purging or not.. Apparently for some prople works magic for other actually causes breakouts (not purging)
Thanks for watching!
I don't have enough context to comment about your reaction, however...
The thing, niacinamide alone will not necessarily stop the problem, especially if the rest of your Routine isn't supporting your skin (like the wrong cleanser, heavy moisturizer, no scunscreen, irritating ingredients). Actives alone can't do all the work....
I look at a skincare routine like a team, and if one member isn't playing well, then the team loses the game! :)
Hope this provides some insight...
Love,
Olena
@@OlenaBeley hi Olena. Thanks for useful information. Its really helpful. I have watched your content and made a routine for myself. Cleanse with bioderma sebium gel- Dry - PC exfoliant- TO Niacinamide- Dry- Water - Humectant TO hylauronic acid- Moisturiser Bioderma sensibio light creme
Am I doing it right?
Thanks ❤
Can Vitamin C cause purging?
Unfortunately you’re incorrect in the way you’re framing the science behind sweating.
Sweat definitely can contain heavy toxic heavy metals, organic compounds (for example herbs or mushrooms that people eat often lend a certain odor to a person’s perspiration), and even drugs like meth can be transferred from a drugged up caregiver to an infant from the sweat of the adult absorbing into the infant’s skin.
But you’re correct in saying that toxin removal isn’t the sweat glands main function, and that toxins removed are not high enough to really pose a health benefit, though there really aren’t many studies about things like saunas, etc. just based on the math, they aren’t anywhere near as effective as a big glass of water and a trip to the potty or chelating medications etc.
If you have anything coming out of your skin and causing skin issues (YES, THAT HAPPENS!) you need to see a health care practitioner immediately.
This can happen due to liver failure, metabolism issues, very serious diseases and heavy metal poisoning.
As a medical professional the scent of a patient is actually part of an exam.
I get what you’re sayin, that your skin isn’t flushing out toxins it stores up, the body doesn’t store toxins, period, or that the skin isn’t running a filtration system for the blood stream, but what you’re saying about circulating blood and sweat glands is scientifically inaccurate.
It makes it hard to trust the science behind everything else you’re saying. And at the end of it, skincare is a science.
Lost and Found I'm happy you see and agree with my main points! And for the purposes of the conversation about acne and not toxicology, this video helps people determine the difference between breaking out, purging, and “detoxing” (a term that is overused and misused in skincare and acne communities). This article sums up my position on skin not being a detox organ nicely. :) www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/the-dubious-practice-of-detox
Thank you for watching!
I use vitamin c and hyaluronic acid. For 1 week now I have breakouts what I do now and I am a beginner to use serams