Idas new routine
"How I got rid of my skin problem"
Like so many other young people, Ida has been plagued by acne. It left her with substantial acne scarring, and the skin around her mouth in particular was very sensitive. Today, Ida still has the occasional hormonal breakout but is otherwise over her troubles with acne.
“I was incredibly upset about my skin and felt like I had to hide it with makeup every time I left the house. Now I can go without makeup, and I feel much more confident. The process was absolutely fantastic, and I experienced amazing service the entire way."
We followed the process described here for a period of time. The description clearly indicates which products Ida used in the process.
All photos were taken by Ida herself during the process.
The start-up phase
Challenges:
Ida had acne scarring and minor hormonal breakouts, and there was a tendency for her skin to produce excess oil. (See photo)
Wanted:
To reduce visible scarring and control hormonal breakouts.
The first 14 days:
For the first 14 days, we focused on reducing scarring as a result of acne.
In the next section, we present a list of the products Ida used in her morning and evening routine. The list is also available as a printable PDF.
Idas skincare routine - the first 14 days
Morning:
For the morning routine, the skin needs to be gently cleansed and cared for with products that are mild, cleansing and reparative. In addition, 2 types of serums are used. One serum contains peptides and was selected to regenerate the skin. EGF peptides are reparative and regenerative, and studies have shown that scarring and acne respond positively to EGF peptides. We have also selected a Brightening Serum that brightens the skin and reduces pigmentation so that we can minimise scar visibility. Ida will complete her daily skincare routine by applying sunscreen with an SPF of 30.
- Cleansing Foam Tea Tree Oil
Gentle cleansing foam that removes impurities and excess oil. It is gentle on the skin but effective against impurities. - Toner Tea Tree Oil
The toner provides the best conditions to allow your skin to breathe. The toner combats the effect of limescale and removes excess dirt and dead skin cells. The toner ensures the optimal conditions to prevent your pores from clogging while improving the skin’s elasticity. Toner improves your skin’s ability to absorb the moisture you need after your cleansing routine. - Serum EGF
Regenerates damaged skin. Smooths out post-acne scarring and more. Promotes cell regeneration. - Serum Brightening
Brightens the skin and reduces hyperpigmentation. Moisturises, soothes and smooths the skin. - Day Cream
Helps to add and retain moisture in the skin. Improves skin texture and provides a mild brightening effect. - Dot Patch (for pimple breakouts)
The patches provide deep cleansing and are effective against blackheads, blemishes and pimples. Can be applied directly to the problem area. Reduces impurities and blackheads.
Evening:
For the evening routine, the skin needs to be gently cleansed and cared for with products that are mild, cleansing and reparative. In addition, 3 types of serums are used: Serum EGF – selected to regenerate the skin. EGF peptides are reparative and regenerative, and studies have shown that scarring and acne respond positively to EGF peptides. The Brightening Serum brightens the skin and reduces hyperpigmentation so that we can minimise scar visibility. Night Peeling Serum PHA + AHA is a gentle but effective peeling serum. The purpose is to encourage the skin to regenerate and therefore rebuild and recover faster.
- Cleansing Foam Tea Tree Oil
Gentle cleansing foam that removes impurities and excess oil. It is gentle on the skin but effective against impurities. - Toner Tea Tree Oil
The toner provides the best conditions to allow your skin to breathe. The toner combats the effect of limescale and removes excess dirt and dead skin cells. The toner ensures the optimal conditions to prevent your pores from clogging while improving the skin’s elasticity. Toner improves your skin’s ability to absorb the moisture you need after your cleansing routine. - Serum EGF
Regenerates damaged skin. Smooths out post-acne scarring and more. Promotes cell regeneration. - Serum Brightening
Brightens the skin and reduces hyperpigmentation. Moisturises, soothes and smooths the skin. - Night Peeling PHA + AHA Serum
10% AHA glycolic acid and 10% lactic acid – a deeper exfoliation provides an even skin tone and reduces hyperpigmentation. - Night Cream
Adds and helps to retain moisture in the skin and promotes the skin's natural nightly repair. - Dot Patch (for pimple breakouts)
The patches provide deep cleansing and are effective against blackheads, blemishes and pimples. Can be applied directly to the problem area. Reduces impurities and blackheads.
vISIBLE CHANGES
The changes are visible (see photo). Ida’s acne scars are now barely visible, but she still has some hormonal breakouts. We are therefore adjusting Ida’s skincare routine to focus on occasional breakouts. We are removing Serum Brightening and adding Serum 2% BHA, Serum Niacinamide and a Glycolic Acid 5.5% Anti Blemish Toner.
Idas skincare routine - ater the first 14 days
Morning:
For the morning routine, the skin needs to be gently cleansed and cared for with products that are mild, cleansing and reparative. In addition, 2 types of serums are used: Serum 2% BHA, which is effective for young skin prone to acne, blackheads and other blemishes. Serum Niacinamide + D-Panthenol, which has anti-inflammatory properties that are important for restoring the skin barrier.
- Cleansing Foam Tea Tree Oil
Gentle cleansing foam that removes impurities and excess oil. It is gentle on the skin but effective against impurities. - Toner Tea Tree Oil
The toner provides the best conditions to allow your skin to breathe. The toner combats the effect of limescale and removes excess dirt and dead skin cells. The toner ensures the optimal conditions to prevent your pores from clogging while improving the skin’s elasticity. Toner improves your skin’s ability to absorb the moisture you need after your cleansing routine. - Serum 2% BHA
Light peeling with anti-inflammatory properties. It prevents the pores from clogging and encourages cell turnover. - Serum Niacinamide
This product has a positive effect on problem skin. - Day Cream
Helps to add and retain moisture in the skin. Improves skin texture and provides a mild brightening effect. - Dot Patch (for pimple breakouts)
The patches provide deep cleansing and are effective against blackheads, blemishes and pimples. Can be applied directly to the problem area. Reduces impurities and blackheads.
Evening:
For the evening routine, the skin needs to be gently cleansed and cared for with products that are mild, cleansing and reparative. We now add a glycolic acid 5.5% toner, which is slightly exfoliating and highly effective when used 2–3 times a week or when Ida feels that a hormonal breakout is on its way. On the other days, Ida continues with the Tea Tree Oil Toner. Ida continues with the EGF Serum and night cream in the routine.
- Cleansing Foam Tea Tree Oil
Gentle cleansing foam that removes impurities and excess oil. It is gentle on the skin but effective against impurities. - Toner Glycolic Acid
Exfoliates the skin naturally. Salicylic acid and caprylyl glycol exfoliate the outer and deeper layers of the skin in order to remove dead skin cells and deep-cleanse the pores. Glycolic Acid 5.5% Anti Blemish is used every day during breakouts. - Toner Tea Tree Oil
The toner provides the best conditions to allow your skin to breathe. The toner combats the effect of limescale and removes excess dirt and dead skin cells. The toner ensures the optimal conditions to prevent your pores from clogging while improving the skin’s elasticity. Toner improves your skin’s ability to absorb the moisture you need after your cleansing routine. - Serum EGF
Regenerates damaged skin. Smooths out post-acne scarring and more. Promotes cell regeneration. - Night Cream
Adds and helps to retain moisture in the skin and promotes the skin's natural nightly repair. - Dot Patch (for pimple breakouts)
The patches provide deep cleansing and are effective against blackheads, blemishes and pimples. Can be applied directly to the problem area. Reduces impurities and blackheads.
The result after 28 days
Before
After 28 days
After 28 days, Ida's problem skin has disappeared. The scars she had from acne are no longer visible, hormonal breakouts no longer occur and the skin has now found a natural balance.
In addition to the daily skincare routine, Ida received the following instructions:
- Be careful when using brightening and peeling skincare products. Use SPF 30 sunscreen intended for the face, or buy a hat with a wide brim.
- Do NOT touch your face unless your nails are perfectly clean, and even then, you should only touch your face to treat a pimple with a patch.
Minimum for 6 weeks:
- Change your pillowcase every week.
- Drink at least 1–1.5 l of water every day.
- Avoid consuming too much sugar and soft drinks containing sugar.
- Don’t eat crisps and fries.
- Don’t add other skincare products to the routine, as this can make it difficult to measure the effect.