I Had a Dermatologist Critique My Skincare Routine, and I Learned a Lot

I explained to Dr. Bhanusali that I usually alternate using a gentle cleanser with two percent salicylic acid to fight my frequent breakouts. I was surprised to learn that he thought once a day was too much for my skin. "Using a salicylic acid cleanser two to three times a week or just after workouts is usually enough," he said. "Overdoing it can cause more breakouts."