I started using the products 2 weeks ago, while I was in the US, with the Sebum Be Gone for my large facial pores and the sample of GHK-Cu. I saw a reduction in the size of the pores on my cheeks which made me extremely glad I got the products.

When I got back to the Caribbean I used the Exfol cream and it irritated my skin such that I got burnt. I guess my skin is more sensitive and thinner than I expected. I have discontinued use until the irritation/redness goes and then I will dilute when I restart.

I also got the Folligen cream which I put on my hairlines and the result was flaky scalp. Is this normal? It certainly is unsightly. (I am Afro-Caribbean). Can anyone help me with this one?

Dear sheldcr:

Thanks for posting your experience thus far!

Regarding Exfol Cream, were you using it in the evening or had you used it just before going out into the sun?

We are curious, since Exfol Cream (2% hydroxy acid) should not be too irritating. But if your skin seems very sensitive to it, perhaps try using it only once or twice a week until it becomes more accustomed to this product. Use very lightly.

Also Folligen Cream is another product where the key lies in application.

Here is a link to a short video on exactly how to apply Folligen lightly onto the scalp at www.reverseskinaging.com/relaxers.html

The flakiness could be due to excessive product build up. Or if it was accompanied by a little bit of tingling/irritation, it could also be due to heavy application onto a more sensitive area.

In the video, you'll see that only a very, very small amount needs to be applied. A pea-sized amount is plenty enough to cover a good 3-4 inches.

Remember, not every inch of the scalp needs to be covered. Part the hair in 4-6 sections and very lightly apply a small amount directly on the part area, or scalp. Gently massage in.

Lighter applications of the product (only every other day) should result in the flakiness dissipating rather quickly.

Feel free to contact us at 1-800-405-1912 / customerservice@skinbiology.com if you need quicker assistance.


Best Wishes,
-Skim Biology

Thank you for the response. I used the Exfol at night, 2 nights in a row and it was after the second time that the irritation occurred. Will use as recommended one or two times a week.

As for the Folligen cream. I used a light application however I applied every day. Will reduce application to every other 2 days and see what happens.

Dear sheldcr:

For many clients it's within the first few weeks that they really have to tweak their regimen and find out how their individual skin (or scalp) responds.

As long as you're doing super light applications your skin/scalp will be fine.

Take breaks or rest as needed until you build up a bit more of a tolerance.

Please keep in touch.

Best Wishes,
-Skin Biology

More updates since it has been over a month that I have been using the products.
The skin on my face feels smoother and my colleagues have commented that I look more rested (although I am not sleeping more than usual) and that the dark colour under my eyes are lighter.

I am now using Trireduction (a pea sized amount applied using a moist facial pad) in the morning and Exfol at night.

I still have the patchy colored skin due to my skin problem. What I also noticed is that if I apply the Trireduction cream in the morning and I rush about and hence perspire, there is burning sensation. Is there some reaction between the product and perspiration?

This message has been edited. Last edited by: sheldcr,

Just try using a little less Trireduction.

But we know of no relationship between Trireduction and perspiration.