A short YouTube monologue by a board-certified dermatologist (Shereene Idriss) offering quick overnight skincare 'glow up' hacks: apply exfoliating acids (glycolic acid) about one hour before bed—if tolerated and not on sensitive skin—for smoother, hydrated skin by morning; on non-exfoliating nights use a zinc-oxide paste to help restore the skin barrier. The clip mixes practical instructions with brief personal anecdotes.
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I'm going to let you guys in on a little secret. The uglier you go to bed, the prettier you wake up in the morning. I'm a board certified dermatologist and here are a few things you can do that are pretty effortless that will leave your skin looking brighter, smoother by the morning time. Exfoliating acids are key to looking smooth and fresh and having skin like a baby's butt. Glycolic acid specifically is great not only to buff your skin but also to hydrate it. And yes, I do use this much. When I am going from my forehead down to my chest several times a week I do this. If you can tolerate exfoliating acids and you do not have sensitive skin, this could be your one step nighttime routine that you put on an hour before you go to bed and then you just sleep through the night, waking up to the softest skin of your dreams. Next up, on the nights when I'm not exfoliating and I'm really trying to restore my skin barrier, I go in with a zinc oxide paste for your kids bums. Your best hack ever. I look like a magnolia cupcake. And no, my husband has still not gotten used to it. But who cares? He married me, he's stuck for life.