Skin purging | what causes it | what doesn’t | dermatologist explains

Skin Purging is a condition where there are new acne lesions when you start using a new product which causes skin exfoliation.

Red papules of acne is what we see on the surface but there maybe multiple small acne or whiteheads hidden under the upper layer of skin. When agents which cause exfoliation are used, these can rise up or exposed to the surface. This occurs for 2-3 weeks after which it subsides.

Purging vs irritation
▪️In purging, new acne eruptions are seen in areas of existing acne.
▪️Acne in new areas where you didn’t have acne before is not purging. This indicates irritation and the product may not be suiting you.
▪️If it lasts for more than 4 weeks, then it is not purging.

Ingredients which cause purging
▪️retinol,
▪️glycolic acid
▪️salicylic acid
▪️lactic acid
▪️benzoyl peroxide

Ingredients which do not cause purging
▪️Vitamin c
▪️niacinamide
▪️hyaluronic acid
▪️azelaic acid

⚠️every eruption that occurs after using a new product is not purging. It may be allergic reaction, irritation or exacerbation of acne requiring more than topical treatment.
All types of acne cannot be treated with just creams. Moderate to sever acne may require short course of oral medications followed by maintenance with topical agents.

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[DrAanchalMD]

Skin Purging is a condition where there are new acne lesions when you start using a new product which causes skin exfoliation.

Red papules of acne is what we see on the surface but there maybe multiple small acne or whiteheads hidden under the upper layer of skin. When agents which cause exfoliation are used, these can rise up or exposed to the surface. This occurs for 2-3 weeks after which it subsides.

Purging vs irritation
▪️In purging, new acne eruptions are seen in areas of existing acne.
▪️Acne in new areas where you didn’t have acne before is not purging. This indicates irritation and the product may not be suiting you.
▪️If it lasts for more than 4 weeks, then it is not purging.

Ingredients which cause purging
▪️retinol,
▪️glycolic acid
▪️salicylic acid
▪️lactic acid
▪️benzoyl peroxide

Ingredients which do not cause purging
▪️Vitamin c
▪️niacinamide
▪️hyaluronic acid
▪️azelaic acid

⚠️every eruption that occurs after using a new product is not purging. It may be allergic reaction, irritation or exacerbation of acne requiring more than topical treatment.
All types of acne cannot be treated with just creams. Moderate to sever acne may require short course of oral medications followed by maintenance with topical agents.

#purging #skincare #skin #skinproblems #dryskin #unhealthyskinny #skinhealth #skingoals #skincaretips #dermatologist #dermatologistrecommended #skintherapist #skinexpert #skindisorders #skindamage

[saibainayat]

Guys purging isn't bad at all it's a sign your product is working. It will subside within a month

[saraanhh]

Actually I purged with niacin amide and azeliac acid but kept using it & it eventually cleared my skin

[PearlDeFloreOfficial]

Your authenticity shines trough in every video.❤️😍

[Anjus_NoraVijay]

U r my favourite dertamologist...ur suggestions are too good..lots of love from kerala..❤❤❤❤

[lakshyasuryavanshi]

Hey mam i am 16 and i am watching your videos since i was 14 and i loved all tour videos because you are the first dermatologist who provides information in a funny and attractive way ❤

[primekn]

I got red bumps after started using a serum containing niacinamide 4%. I think it's the skin's way of trying to adapt to the new product. So I'll be patient and wait to see if it subsides.

[nagammapoojari]

Dr pls tell all basic product of regular use for oily skin eg face wash, face scrub

[IshratPerween-cn]

Dry to normal skin ke liye btaye every day routine please kon sa face wash use kre r konsi serum and cream

[geetanjalimatkar]

Madam... Azelaic Acid Gel ke naren main batayee please 🙏🙏

[ayshamasoom]

Ma'am plzz sugeest a good vitamin C serum for dry

[firdausrazviya]

Mam ab is alergy ka ilaj bhi bta dijiye your right yahi huva hai same ap kuch recomend kr dijiye kese sahi hoga face

[GQ-rnfy]

Plum night jel cream laga sakte hai kya acne ke liye

[kumaribhagyashree]

Mam salicylic acid azelaic acid Can we put both?

[aninditasardar]

Acne and pigmentation wala face wash ???

[arunibuddikabandara]

Question: PP vitamin C 500mg powder are good or bad to apply on face

[ahmedmd]

What about kojic acid
Does it cause purging?

[sehajkaur]

Please make a video on how to treat seborrheic dermatitis

[aanandi_gadhvi]

Then what is the solution to reduce it ?? Plz tell me

[rajeshwarigadathaskrishnab]

Doctor, May I use Neutrogena Hydra boost Hyrolnic serum for face? Is it safe ?