is this purging?

hi everyone! i just recently joined and was hoping for some help. i recently got some new korean skincare and cannot tell if i am breaking out or if it is purging. i got the Some By Mi Miracle Serum and Cream and their acne wash. i’ve been struggling with acne for like 10 years and was finally satisfied with my skin, but have been breaking out more in the last month. i added some pictures that have been from the past few days of using these products. **UPDATE** thank you all for your responses and for helping me! i stopped use of the products, and my skin is beginning to heal. your support has been extremely helpful, and i can’t thank you enough!

Ozu

Oily/Sensitive

You should stop using them if you suspect they are the cause of issue. Wait for a week or two without them, to validify your guess. In the mean time, avoid using products containing acids, and use something soothing and basic. Would recommend an azelaic acid spot cream, as it helps to kill the bacteria while calming redness.

synonymforlame

Dry/Sensitive

thank you so much!!!

Littledarling27

Oily/Resilient

I don't think you're purging, more like it's breaking your skin. Purging is like a breakout on your regular places, these one looks different, like pustules. Maybe check for profesional help..

synonymforlame

Dry/Sensitive

thank you! i appreciate your help. should i stop use of the product?

Littledarling27

Oily/Resilient

Synomymforlame yes, stop using it and go for a Derm if you can. In the mean time don't use actives for at least a week and go for a simple routine, don't skip sunscreen either. Maybe all together were too strong for you and simply have to used them alternately (or whatever is said. I don't speak English very well 😜)

synonymforlame

Dry/Sensitive

you’re english is perfect! thanks again <3

Practiceforskin

Dry/Resilient

Do you typically get breakouts in this area?

synonymforlame

Dry/Sensitive

i usually breakout a bit here, nose & chin

is this purging?

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