I’m 22, and I had completely clear skin when I was 21. Then, suddenly last year, I started getting pimples, and over time it got to this point.  
I’ve tried quite a few skincare products, but I feel like some of them actually made things worse. I started with salicylic acid, then tried the AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum, and my skin seemed to get even worse.  
The frustrating part is that new pimples keep appearing even after stopping almost all skincare products for months.

**My current routine**

**AM**  
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser (Normal to Dry Skin)

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry to Very Dry Skin *(I accidentally bought this instead of the normal to dry version and my skin feels very oily)* 

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++

**PM**  
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser (Normal to Dry Skin)

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry to Very Dry Skin  
I have **normal to dry skin**,

and I still keep getting new pimples despite keeping my routine pretty simple.

I also have a **very bad sleep schedule because of my work**, so I’m wondering if that could be contributing to my breakouts.  
I’ve been considering starting **tretinoin**, but I’m not sure if it’s appropriate for my situation.

**Would you recommend starting tretinoin?** If so, what strength and frequency would be a reasonable starting point for someone with normal to dry skin?  
I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences, especially from people who started tretinoin for persistent acne.

Should I start tretinoin?