If you’ve been doing “all the right things” and still dealing with lingering marks, this one’s for you. Here’s the truth I wish more people talked about: ✨ Your skin can’t fade PIH/PIE efficiently if your barrier is struggling. ✨ Inflammation = slower healing. ✨ And yes… you can absolutely overdo actives and accidentally make scars stick around longer. My current trio for faster, healthier scar fading: 1. iUNIK Beta-Glucan Serum — beta-glucan is one of the most underrated hydration + barrier-support ingredients. A calm, hydrated barrier fades discoloration so much faster than a stressed-out one. 2. JOVS 4D Laser Mask — light therapy is such a game changer for post-acne marks. Helps with redness, healing time, and overall collagen support. 3. Bowe Beauty Astha C Serum — a gentle, antioxidant-rich vitamin C that supports brightening without irritation. Vitamin C is still one of my top players for PIH. If you’re feeling stuck with your scars, start with barrier health, reduce inflammation, and then strategically layer in the actives. It’s truly a whole-skin approach — not a “more exfoliation = faster results” situation. Want me to break down PIE vs PIH next? 💛 #iunik #iunikbetaglucan #iunikhydrationserum #acneacar #hyperpigmentation

Such good finds today 🙌🏼 #tjmaxxfinds #tjmaxxskincare #affordableskincare #antiagingskincare #skinbarrier

Definitely the next trendy ingredient @IUNIK US #creatorsearchinsights #iunik #iunikbetaglucan #iunikhydrationserum #betaglucan

Retinoids are lovely and amazing and yes the adjustment can be scary but this is why we go low & slow and focus on barrier health the whole time 🫶🏼 #retinoid #retinolpurging #retinal #tretinoinjourney #retinolskincare

Let your skincare work smarter not harder ✨ #acneproneskin #dryskin #oilyskin #dehydratedskin #skinbarrier

Don’t know which to pick? I’m offering limited $45 Sephora Skin Strategy Sessions (normally $50) to help you shop smarter. ✨ Book yours before the sale ends! @sephora @Sofie Pavitt Face @Beauty of Joseon @First Aid Beauty @Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare @Caudalie @Paula’s Choice @Murad Skincare #sephorasale #acneproneskin #sephorahaul #acnescars #adultacne

You don’t need to freak out just because your skin is! Seasonal shifts are normal and the more you focus on barrier health the easier this transition will be ☃️ #fallskincare #acneproneskin #skinbarrier #damagedskinbarrier #dehydratedskin

I cannot wait to shop the @sephora sale tomorrow 🙌🏼 @ashley paige is 100% the reason I’m picking up the @Armani beauty Eye Tint @Experiment Beauty @Facile Skin @Rare Beauty @Tower 28 Beauty @Sofie Pavitt Face @Nécessaire #sephorasale #acneproneskin #hormonalacne #skinbarrier #acnescars

Ad | I’ve been using this @Abib Cosmetics Clear Spot Serum for about 3 weeks now and seriously couldn’t be happier with it!! 🙌🏼 #abib #azelaicacid #acneproneskin #acnescars #skinbarrier

Products used: @Cell Fusion C Global Glass Skin Mask @Abib Cosmetics Clear Spot Serum (azelaic acid) @DWB Beauty Asta C & P46 serums @INNBEAUTY PROJECT Recharge Gel Cream @Paula’s Choice Youth Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF #damagedskinbarrier #dehydratedskin #acneproneskin #adultacne #acnescars

The change of seasons can be a literal pain in the skin but it doesn’t have to be, now’s a great time to add a little more hydration & consider toning back on actives - everyone’s skin is different so it’s all about listening to YOUR skin 🫶🏼 @Remedy Science Remedy for Creamy Cleansing 🙌🏼 #damagedskinbarrier #dehydratedskin #skinbarrier #acneproneskin #hormonalacne

Spend the weekend with me while I fight off the surprise mountain that showed up 🏔️ #acnejourney #inflammatoryacne #acnecheck #simpleskincare #acneproneskin #fastskincare #skinhealth #simpleskincareroutine #adultacne #spottreatment @TOPICALS @Murad Skincare @Personal Day @ZitSticka

If you’re struggling with inflammatory acne you need to get your gut checked #guthealth #inflammatoryacne #cysticacne #mindbodyskin #probiotic #esthetician #skincareroutine #acneproneskin #hormonalacne #adultacne @Garden of Life