I started a little earlier than the new year but I’m currently on day 13 of NO skin picking! My first goal was two weeks and I plan to shoot for 30 once day 14 gets here. It’s been one of the hardest things for me to quit because squeezing blackheads makes me unbelievably satisfied. Wishing everyone luck on their skin goals ❤

YES! I forgot about some of these. Im going to share a few more that I forget about when things get a little crazy. But remember! The most *important* thing is to maintain your BASIC routine. Have a baseline. If you feel up to extra, do extra! If you don't, that's 100% okay. Its much better to have a basic routine to fall back on, than to be too exhausted mentally & physically for everything you'd like to do. I have to remember this one. Just because I'm *excited* for everything I want to incorporate, doesn't mean it has to be all or nothing. Brush, Wash, Lotion, SPF in AM. If you're doing these things, you're doing this, youre succeeding. I started keeping basics near the bed, so if I'm tired I can stand to wash up, and lotion etc laying down. Its very relaxing. On that note: TARGET your CONCERN. Its easy to get excited and add extra steps. But make sure your targeted concern is a part of your Basics Routine; that helped me a lot. I'm excited about my Copper Peptides, but they don't target my concern. So they can wait when I'm exhausted. 😂 Get a humidifier, and clean it often. I just got one; it made a massive difference in my skin!Wash your TOWELS. Use a different towel for your face, and wash it after 2 uses (bacteria starts to grow afterwards). Don't forget hand towels in bathrooms and kitchens, especially if they're in a humid environment/ commonly used. Remember, you touch your face with those hands! On that note, if you forget to wash your hands before washing your face, applying lotion/SPF/makeup (assuming you're cleaning your makeup brushes weekly 😉) remember those too! 😃 Lotion your body and FEET, too! I had to start keeping lotion and socks/ slippers next to the tub AND my bed, because I'm so bad about this one and simply cant be bothered 🤦‍♀️ I use the Gold Bond with Retinol for my body, so I just put it on my feet too! It's not only handy, but has lots of urea and doesn't feel greasy! On that note: don't forget retinol on your hands! They'll clue people into your age 😅 And don't forget your decolletage! I recently started slipping any excess product from my face down to my neck, chest.. and lower chest 😅 Makes a huge difference! This INCLUDES SUNSCREEN. *However*, remember, your neck cannot handle retinoids like anywhere else on your body. Ive been doing the gold bond Retinol 😂 It hasn't bothered me once. (Seriously, that lotion is a 1-stop shop! Hydrates, the Urea content can exfoliate & does on me, PLUS a Retinol?!) If you were to add 1 thing to your body care, assuming that SPF is already a part of your body care, this product hits so many concerns. Works best after a shower for me! But if youre sensitive to Retinol, maybe start with dry clean skin. 😊 SLEEP! Dr Dray is 100% right about the screens. I have a hard time putting the phone down, so I leave sound on and turn the screen off. You can also dim it, and use eye comfort. I was told that the body learns cues when you walk in a room, smell something, or the light has changed. So I try to take full advantage of that hard-wiring! I use a soft warm light bulb wax melter when I come into the bedroom to start my routine. The lighting changes, eventually it emits my lovely nighttime wax aroma.. and my brain shifts gears. For me, its a great night light, too. Some people like pillow sprays for that smell.. whatever works for you! If the brain is going to trick us, may as well take advantage! Note: for me, it's difficult to ignore stressful texts. Or even the little icon if my phone is on do not disturb. Im fortunate to have a 2nd device to hop onto in order to help my impulse. Whatever way possible, set positive boundaries for yourself. Dr Dray is ABSOLUTELY RIGHT about sleep and health. I notice a huge difference when I incorporate these habits or not. Find something that works for you. And if you can't, thats an excellent reason to go see a provider, and establish a relationship with a provider if you don't already have one. Its not a stupid reason to set up an appointment; any decent physician appreciates their patients engaging in their own care.🥰 And once you've seen a provider, its that much easier to ask for help when you need it. If you can't, I highly suggest finding a provider that you *are* comfortable asking for help. It has made a massive difference for me. I think everyone can benefit from that! ❤ I hope at least one of those thoughts helps someone. If you have any suggestions, please share!! I could always use more tips in my arsenal 😂 THANK YOU DR DRAY! I didn't know how much i needed this. Sometimes the most important changes are the small ones, not necessarily the grand ideas that can be overwhelming. I needed that gentle nudge, and now I feel excited. 🥰

Write the date you open a product on the back of it with a sharpie!! You can tape over it with clear tape to make sure it doesn’t wear off. That’s gonna be a new habit for me

I don't want Christmas to be over. Recently I went back and watched all your vlogs from the past two months that I missed. Just wanted to say thank you for the trips to the stores and showing us your decorations. Really enjoy your vlogs over Christmas especially. You help me get in the spirit 🎄🌃

NEVER EVER HEARD OF PAO BEFORE, I feel like a dunce! Thanks for the info!!!

As far as when something expires.....you could put a little notation on the bottle or whatever the product comes in....a fine point permanent marker would come in handy here....the date you open the product could be written on it. I've done this & it's so helpful ! Thank you, Andrea, for excellent videos all year long. They're always enjoyable. It's fun shopping w/you ! And we benefit from your knowledge & training.

Turning off screens an hour before sleep is one I’m bringing into the new year. It helps me sleep better alongside with taking true calm. Also, I’ve made it a habit to bring my sun hat and sunglasses with me wherever I go, whether it’s rain or shine. Excellent tips as always! Thank you, Dr. Dray.

You're glowing dr. Dray!

Happy Wednesday! Thank you for your wise words xx

Thank you Dr Dray.

Thank you for all the great information! 🥰

Another informative video! Thank you Dr Dray!

Thank you for the information . Happy 2024.

Thanks so much! This is exactly what I need to firm up my resolutions. Have a great week!

Thanks for the great info, much I had NO idea. 🥳 Happy Nee Year, see you in 2024.

Very practical Dr. Dray 👍 Thank you and Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! Thank you so much for all your helpful information 😊

Thank you!!! Happy New Year

love love the hat idea, and the PAO number guidance, but all tips are amazing, thank you

As always, thank you for the great info! Happy New Year, Dr. Dray...I hope 2024 is a blessed year for you! 🎉❤🎊🥂

I have been watching your videos this past year. Thank you for the content, shopping trips, and honest information!

Thank you for important information ❤🎄

I had no idea about the PAO being there on the packaging of most products, thanks for pointing that out 😲

Thank you, Dr.Dray! I am 64, and this is the first time I have heard of the PAO.

Happy New Year, Dr. Dray. I have learned so much from you since I discovered your channel. Thank you!

Thanks for all the information you provide throughout the year. Hope your Christmas was a good one and your New Year even better! Your friends from northeast Florida

Love you Dr. Dray Greetings from Brasil

Happy Thursday Dr Dray…see you tomorrow x💙🤩

My favorite hat is the Sundancer from SunDay Afternoons. It has a pleated veil that covers much better than a wide brim, and the chin strap lets me I pop it on my back when I go into a building and pull it up when I go outside. It's always with me.

Thank you. Never knew about PAO! Af ter thid vid im gonna check my products!

Dr. Dray, thank you so, so much for your videos. They are so helpful with wonderful content & you are fun & friendly and I appreciate that! Happy New Year💖

I love red light glasses. Everything is in the mood of sunset. I put them over my regular glasses. I think they help to be sleepier and turn off screens earlier.

4:32 this is a good idea. I bring my umbrella everywhere and use it when I'm in the sun but when I'm in the bus, sometimes I inadvertently sit on the side where the sun comes in and I can't open my umbrella. Will try this

Thanks Dr Dray- because of you I now have Gloves in a Bottle lotion on my kitchen sink next to the soap dispenser. I live in Minnesota and this is a habit I will need daily! Happy New Year 🎉

I have a system with my makeup where I put a sticker on each item with the date I bought or opened it. I also have a paper where I have recorded dates when certain makeup items are generally known to expire. I just now put stickers on most of the skin care items I have if I know the purchase or opening date, after listening to most of this video. Thanks for this info. My sunscreen had started to separate in the almost finished tube so I threw it out!! Thank you for this information! I love your channel!💕💕

Um , im more educated in general, but this is the kind of video/message/info that i would use to send to young ones, those in their 20’s and anyone who needs it! Thanks Dra Dray!💃🏻💕🎄

Thanks as always Dr Dray! ❤

Loveee loveee loveee from India🇮🇳 dr dray ! From the day i found out your channel was the day i stopped watching other dermatologists ! You deserve much love 🌷🦋

Happy Wednesday, Dr. Dray ❤

I had no idea on the PAO 🤦🏻‍♀️ this will help me so much when purchasing a new product

I don't have dry skin, but hands are an only body part where I crave moisturize after every wash.

I never knew about the PAO number , thank you

Very good video I will definitely keep a track of my products and hade a little note pad in my cabinet very good suggestion has I have so many products and lots of theme when you throw away the boxes well there's nothing on the bottle thanks for the advice and recommendations recommendations ❤❤

That razor tip is really wonderful, I watch your videos pretty regularly, IDK how I misses the tip in your earlier vidoes. Thanks Dr. Also, wish you a very happy new year. Love and respect from India

I'm getting ready for bed, doing my skincare watching you dr. Dray :) I ordered a 'grounding' pillowcase last month. My sleep quality is so much better since I started sleeping with it. Now all I need is one of those expensive sleep and glow pillows lol.

That PAO (Period After Opening) number is a real thing, so glad you addressed it! I've totally noticed a difference between how my face reacts to a product when I first get it and how it reacts a number of months later. One product that I really like, Eucerin's Q10, is great at first, but I can't really use it fast enough. Because even using it consistently once a day, after a certain amount of time (haven't kept notes on how long) it starts causing an allergic reaction where my eyes won't stop watering. I have alleviated the issue by not using it around my eyes, because I still really like the product on my skin, but when I get a new jar I don't have to worry about it as there is no reaction yet. I also had an experience with a vitamin C serum that went bad, but it's been so long I forget the details. So glad to know of the PAO code I can look for. Thank you for all your excellent info!!!

I love the gold bond eczema with Vaseline over it 🧑‍🍳💋

Happy hump day Dr. Dray, another great video have a happy safe, healthy New Year!

Oh Dr. Dray. I'm guilty of keeping the razor in the shower. PAO of the product didn't know that. Guilty of screen time before bed. Moisturizer and gloves over night, wonderful! Thank you so much Dr. Dray! Happy New Year!

Such great advice given with care ❤️ 😊🎉

Out of necessity, I starting applying a pretty thick hand cream every time I washed my hands. It’s helped so much. Thank you, Gold Bond Hand Cream, and Gold Bond for Rough and Bumpy Skin with urea. 😊

Moisturizer after washing. My new #1!

Wow, what a thoughtful, low-cost, useful video !!!!!!!!! THANK YOU !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I use my voice memo on my iPhone! I record my skin care and my make up and I say when I opened it and keep track of my memos to see updates.

Happy Early NEW YEARS! 2024 whoo whoo whoo 🎉

Ever since I was little, my mom used to take a Sharpie marker and label an item with the date it was opened of first used-soaps, shampoo, toothpaste, cosmetics, etc. It served two purposes: gave her an idea of how long it takes her to finish a product and also when it’s time to toss.

Great topic and happy Wednesday guys.xo

I usually replace my leg razor every 2 weeks or so after I have used it daily! I will cover the razor with the yellow plastic that comes with the razor and now I will take it out of the shower and on the shelf in my bathroom!

I always have a good UV wide brimmed hat on hand all of the time. Even on cloudy overcast days.

I'm going for the sunhat tip and hand cream ❤❤❤

Good morning Dr Dray ❤

Happy New Year!!

Be great to see you review Neutrogena's new hydroboost moisturizer with sunscreen and hyaluronic acid. It's my current favorite sunscreen.

Alright, can you tell us about the organic sunscreen you spoke about, thanks so much 😊

I write on the bottom of my stuff with a sharpie when I open it. But it’s mainly to let me know how long it took me to use in order to refill it on time. However writing it can help with expiration too. Thanks for the tip. I never look. I will now.

Happy Wednesday Dr Day

Your hair looks amazing

Dr. Dray love your videos. QUESTION: Does it work to spray hats with sunscreen? Will that help protect my skin? Thanks in advance!

Thanks for being such an incredible resource and inspiration here on KZfaq! Happy New Year Dr Dray! 🎉

Happy New Year!!!xoxoxo

Timely tips!

I'm not going to lie, I do love skin care and I tend to stock pile it when there's a sale. Plus I sometimes just by skin care as retail therapy. I am really good about all the skin goals except using a product up soon after opening. But I will try to keep a better eye on it in the future, I will use the older products on my neck or chest or other less sensitive parts of my body.

Love your channel! Can you review 'Hand Medic" by Gojo? I used it at work and it litterally heals your skin overnight but I wonder about the safely of the ingredients. Is this something we should use often and is it ok to use elsewhere besides just your hands? Thanks!

Happy holidays Dr.Dray! I really enjoy Your content. I was just prescribed tazarotene cream for anti aging purposes after using tretinoin for 2 years with great results. One of tazarotene side effect listed on drug info sheet is "deep grooves", and are not listed as side effects for tretinoin. So far, I have found two reddit posts of people experiencing this with tazarotene. I would really appreciate Your answer about this. Have You ever seen those side effects in Your practice? Should I even be concerned?

I actually just started moisturising my hands after washing them a few days ago coz my hands got dry and irritated I think using someone else’s handwash. I will be keeping that one up!

Thanks so much for these tips, Dr Dray! One thing I've done for the last few weeks is turn everything off at a reasonable hour. I was only getting 4-5 hours of sleep at night which I know is horrible and I would have trouble getting up and was feeling so exhausted. Best thing I could have done! I still read before going to sleep but I'm going to bed much earlier because of shutting everything off. It's been hard to do since I find myself going down the KZfaq rabbit hole but so worth it. I feel and look much more rested. Happy Wednesday, Dr Dray! I hope you have a blessed evening. 💕

Thank you

Merry Christmas Dr. Dray! 🎄🥳 I just wanna asked can I used a moisturizer that has 3.5% urea, ceramides and oats in gel form moisturizer together with Skinoren (Azelaic acid cream) in the same routine specifically at night? Btw, I have oily sensitive (mild rosacea) acne prone skin. Please notice me 🙏🏻🫂 Thank you so much 🥹🫂🙏🏻

Happy Wednesday Dr Dray so excited to be here I live for this ❤️

Thank you for sharing another informative video 😊 I have noticed that some skin care and cosmetics, have the PAO on the packaging it is helpful in knowing how long the shelf life of any product is once opened. When I have a new mascara that is opened, I mark it down on my calendar - I buy a new mascara after 3 months. Take care everyone 🌹

Not looking at screens an hour before bed... man. I hate that that's not gonna happen. I often have to work on stuff all the way until I sleep. Dang ol' modern life, messin us all up.

Thanks Dr Dray. I store my razor in the shower and I have a cluster of flat warts above my right knee :( now I've transferred them to my face

Write the opening date on the product itself,very handy

Stress city here... please send good thoughts my way as tomorrow is the anniversary of losing my son 💜💜💜

Love these tips!! If it has a exp. date, but don't see a number to use by after opening.. is it okay?? Sunscreen item

Thanks for all the tips this year. Your channel is very comforting to me when I’m lonely. Happy new year! ❤

Hi Dr. Dr Drya Can you please do a review on this cream that Salma Heyk swears by one ingredient del indio papago cream

So Many Great Tips as Always Dr. Dray!! Your Videos are the Best!! Thank You So Much!! Have a Wonderful Day!!💕

I go for the sample size mascaras due to the low PAO numbers, I don't wear it daily and I don't want to let a whole expensive tube go bad. I didn't know people didn't take it into account for skincare.

Speaking of cold and flu, I don’t believe I’ve ever seen you sick . How do you stay so healthy?

Dr., what is the name of your lipstick? Both brand and color pls, bc it looks beautiful!

Do you have any recommendations for a good, non irritating moisture option for someone whose skin reacts to petroleum jelly and coconut oil?

Love your sun hat recommendation! Are there brands that you recommend or hats you love?

Dr. D have been enjoying your channel for several years. Thank you! I was wondering if you could do a review of the Cindy Crawford Meaningful Beauty? The infomercial has been around for years and noticed it this morning. The claims seem between likely to I don’t think so. They go to a growing field in France with a touted Dr. Who reportedly has treated Cindy for decades. I was hoping you could look at the ingredients specifically in the youth active melon serum. I recognize some and I see it has fragrance which I know can be an irritating. Have a wonderful safe and happy new year!

Happy New Year Dr Andrea! My skincare resolution is to remove my makeup earlier when I get home :)

Dr Dray…can you do a video on tween acne? My daughter has small bumps on her face (no head). She’s 11.

Love your lipstick here.

I would like to go to a professional makeup artist and get my face and hair done No money now later maybe? I am using bakuchiol as I am in my 70s As far as I know to use something stronger for me anyway would be self-defeating I also use a rather mild peptide cream also They both seem to work pretty well and improving the way I look

🎉 I love your Christmas tree 🎄:)

For me it will be to gentle with my face washing (i.e. don't wash too hard) and to not overrub my facial moisturiser into skin as most will be absorbed into my fingers.