Dr Somji Skin

Retinol: YES or NO? 👀

One of the best ingredients for acne, pigmentation, and ageing… when it’s used properly.

Most people either use too much, start too strong, or quit during the irritation phase.
Retinol isn’t about fast results, it’s about consistency.

Used correctly = smoother, clearer, healthier-looking skin ✨

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If I wanted clearer skin in 30 days, this is what I’d focus on ✨

Clear skin usually comes from doing the basics well — consistently 👀

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This vs That: Skincare Edition Part 2 👀

Not all skincare habits are created equal. Some choices support a healthy, glowing complexion, while others may be doing more harm than good.

Swipe through to see which skincare swaps can make a real difference and find out if you’re team This or team That 👇

Save this post for your next skincare restock 🛒

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Vitamin C: YES or NO? 👀🍊

One of the most hyped skincare ingredients ever… but most people are either using the wrong one, layering it badly, or expecting miracles overnight.

everyone’s obsessed with actives, but no one talks about barrier damage

more products ≠ better skin

sometimes the glow comes from doing less

Much to contrary belief, minoxidil doesn’t “cure” hair loss… it helps maintain and stimulate the hair you still have.

What most peopled don’t realise:

- It works by increasing blood flow + extending the hair growth phase

- It doesn’t address the cause of hair loss (like DHT in pattern hair loss)

- If you stop using it, you can lose the hair it was helping to maintain

- Results take consistency (think months, not weeks)

This is why people say “it stopped working” when actually they stopped being consistent or expected more from it.

Hair loss treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s about using the right combination for your type.

Save this if you’re using minoxidil (or thinking about it) or share it with someone who needs to know.

Niacinamide is in everything right now 😮‍💨

But not every ingredient pairs well with it
and mixing the wrong ones can lead to irritation
breakouts
or just cancelling out the benefits

This is one combination I always tell patients to be careful with

I’ll explain what it is
and why it matters 👇✨

Have you been layering this without realising

I am a forever thankful to my wife for being a wonderful mother to my three children. She has endless love for those around her and even some left for me! I would not have achieved everything I have succeeded in without her by my side.

As the years have gone by she’s managed to balance work and home life giving her all to our precious children. In my opinion our greatest achievement is our little family and it would not be possible without her 🙏

These 3 things are damaging your skin and you have no idea your doing them

Have you done any of these before? And did they cause irritation and sensitivity? Let’s discuss

2% minoxidil won’t help your hair loss !! a higher percentage is WAY more effective and will show faster results hairgrowthproducts