[kweeny]

Hi Guys,

I'm new (again) to SCT and have just restarted my lightening journey after redarkerning.

I've just gone 2 weeks doing chemical exfoliant (17% GA/LA lotion), salt baths which helps so much and although I haven't lightened, I am definitely exfoliating. Is this enough time to start my skin lighteners?

I plan to use MitchellBrands, because previously I use Makari and also Nigerian 'natural' lotions and they gave me stretch marks which till this day is incurable (altho TCA 40% soap helped so much to reduce them, and now I'm going to start microneedling).
I was looking at the lightenUp gel (same ingredients as OMIC brightening gel) and the LightUp lotion OR a kojic acid/papaya lotion - which one might be better? the gel has arbutin (NO HQ for me except for my knuckles)

I plan to be more like Yara Shahidi colour. Not too light because when I did become VERY light - I looked pale and sick. I like caramel to my skin

What us Tca 40% soap please?sounds interesting

 

[Leah223]

Hey guys I was wondering if you could help me,
I have an extremely dark butt/back compared to my face and it’s starting to cause me depression.. is there anyway I can’t lighten my buttocks area tk match the front of my body?

 

[BiegeCaramel]

What us Tca 40% soap please?sounds interesting

Hi Kweeny, I just used 40% TCA acid and mixed it with kojie san 250ml liquid soap, I applied it before showering for 10mins everyday (it makes you peel a little)

 

[kweeny]

Hi Kweeny, I just used 40% TCA acid and mixed it with kojie san 250ml liquid soap, I applied it before showering for 10mins everyday (it makes you peel a little)

Wow that’s creative .
Go easy on TCA tho, I used it a lot over the years and I don’t recommend a pice 15%!for darker skin/ non Caucasian skin( assuming you are).
But your mix could already be diluted already with melted Kojie. Don’t forget to moisturise and use sunscreen🤗

 

[chiny]

Hi Gymmie. Everyone
I just bought this Ambi clarifying toner and it’s says it expires 11/2022…that’s literally just two months away. I had no idea it would expire then.
—Does the expiration date mean that it expires on exactly the 1st of November OR does it mean it expires on the 30th of November??
—Also is it possible to use the toner after it’s expiration date??
—And for how long if it’s possible. @gymrat
Pls guys it’s urgent so i can return it or not. Thanks.

 

[gash80303]

Hi guys, I was just wondering where can you get safe lactic acid peels from here in the UK?

 

[gymrat]

Hi Gymmie. Everyone
I just bought this Ambi clarifying toner and it’s says it expires 11/2022…that’s literally just two months away. I had no idea it would expire then.
—Does the expiration date mean that it expires on exactly the 1st of November OR does it mean it expires on the 30th of November??
—Also is it possible to use the toner after it’s expiration date??
—And for how long if it’s possible. @gymrat
Pls guys it’s urgent so i can return it or not. Thanks.

@chiny yes, totally fine to use after the expiration date. Don't waste it, use it up!

 

[gymrat]

Hi guys, I was just wondering where can you get safe lactic acid peels from here in the UK?

MUAC is where I purchase from. I replied to your other post on another thread too. It is also very east to make your own LA if you get lactic acid and distilled water. If your not comfortable doing that go to MUAC
Home Chemical Peels, Anti Aging, Acne, Scars | Makeup Artist's Choice

 

[shawtykid20]

Is it possible to use same sunscreen lotion that I use on my face on my lips aswell instead lip balm sunscreen.

 

[gymrat]

Is it possible to use same sunscreen lotion that I use on my face on my lips aswell instead lip balm sunscreen.

@shawtykid20 yes thats fine to do

 

[shawtykid20]

@shawtykid20 yes thats fine to do

@gymrat thank you

 

[Columbo]

Hi, i apologise if it has already been asked, i am new to the board, just been prescribed pigmanorm for p.i.h, Indian skin, has anyone had any experience of using it?

 

[tartryer]

Is Amlactin (15% Lactic Acid) more of an exfoliating product rather than a chemical peel? If so, does that means it is safe to leave on, scrub, and then wash off like I do with Kojic Soap?

If I make a 15% lactic acid mix with skinlight or carowhite, should I keep it on all day like a normal lighter or is there a chance that it would give me a burning sensation and I'd have to wash it off?

 

[gash80303]

MUAC is where I purchase from. I replied to your other post on another thread too. It is also very east to make your own LA if you get lactic acid and distilled water. If your not comfortable doing that go to MUAC
Home Chemical Peels, Anti Aging, Acne, Scars | Makeup Artist's Choice

Thank you so much! Decided to make my own LA as the MUAC one is a lil too pricey and they also don’t ship to the UK.
I am so excited and can’t wait to embark on this journey 🤗

 

[gymrat]

Is Amlactin (15% Lactic Acid) more of an exfoliating product rather than a chemical peel? If so, does that means it is safe to leave on, scrub, and then wash off like I do with Kojic Soap?

If I make a 15% lactic acid mix with skinlight or carowhite, should I keep it on all day like a normal lighter or is there a chance that it would give me a burning sensation and I'd have to wash it off?

No Amlactin is not a chemical peel. It is a lotion that you apply after you shower. You don't wash it off. And no don't mix it with anything use it as it is.

 

[tartryer]

Before doing a chemical peel on my body, should I shower with a non acidic cleanser or can I take a sea salt bath? I know not to use acids at least 2 to 3 days before a peel, but it should be OK bathe with regular soap, right?

EDIT: I showered with plain water, no soap, and it didn't burn or tingle anywhere other than my neck which was already slightly irritated from something else I did days before. Next week, I'll try a 50% lactic acid peel.

 

[chiny]

@chiny yes, totally fine to use after the expiration date. Don't waste it, use it up!

Thank you gymmie😘 @gymrat

 

[Carlo]

Hi guys. I've tried this soap for the first time. I know it is very strong; howewer i've not felt any type of sensation when I applied it. Bought from the official European reseller. Is it the right one ?

 

[gymrat]

Hi guys. I've tried this soap for the first time. I know it is very strong; howewer i've not felt any type of sensation when I applied it. Bought from the official European reseller. Is it the right one ?

Yes thats the correct soap. Not all will have a tingle with this soap. Everyones skin is different how they react to products. Doesn't mean it isn't doing its job.

 

[chocowhite]

If I make a 15% lactic acid mix with skinlight or carowhite, should I keep it on all day like a normal lighter or is there a chance that it would give me a burning sensation and I'd have to wash it off?

Do you mean making a DIY lactic acid cream with Carowhite as the base cream? If so, then yes you can apply the mix and leave it on all day. However I'd recommend starting your DIY at 12% or lower especially if it's your first time - most skin tolerates this concentration well.
If whatever concentration you decide to use burns/gets uncomfortable you have to wash it off immediately