How do you layer actives, including prescription ones?
Hello, I'm 45 and thanks to this sub I have narrowed and simplified my skincare routine to just a few, high-quality actives, and it's made my skin and routine better! I'm now past the early, flaky phase of rx retinol and would like to increase the usage, and I'm just a bit confused about how to combine everything. This is what I have so far:
AM:
- Regimen Vitamin X (Vitamin C Serum)
- Finacea (prescription Azelaic Acid)
- Neocutis Firm Riche Eye Cream
- SPF
PM:
- Tazarotene (retinol prescription)
- Finacea again?
- Growth Factor/Peptide serum (any recs?)
- a rich moisturizer like LRP Cicaplast
I'm trying Finacea twice a day because redness is a big concern and I think my skin can tolerate it, but should I not be mixing it with the Taz?
Thanks in advance for any insights/advice or recommendations!
Posted May 12, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC