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My Skincare Essentials List (acne prone friendly)

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Rachel Schwab

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My Skincare Essentials List — these are my tried-and-true favorites that I reach for over and over again, especially with acne-prone skin. I’ve tested a lot of products, and this edit is full of the ones that actually deliver results without leaving ...

Sections

Gentle Cleansers

Moisturizers (Face & Body)

Lip Care

Eye Cream

Tools & Devices

Acne Treatments

Gentle Cleansers

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Favorite cleanser for when you want something gentle, but that also cleans a bit deeper/lightly exfoliates. I use it on hydrating nights! DERMSTORE CODE: RACHSCHWAB for 15% off

iS Clinical Cleansing Complex (2 oz.)

What I use every single morning, super hydrating, simple, & feels like it is doing “more” than their simple hydrating cleanser. DERMSTORE CODE: RACHSCHWAB for 15% off

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid (12 fl. oz.)

A cleansing oil to remove makeup that I use as my first cleanse daily. If you leave it on longer too, it can be used as a mask! DERMSTORE CODE: RACHSCHWAB for 15% off

One Love Organics Vitamin B Enzyme Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover (4 fl. oz.)

For acne prone skin! What I will use in the morning when I am breaking out. Gentle enough/not stripping but is so great at clearing breakouts. DERMSTORE CODE: RACHSCHWAB for 15% off

CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Cleanser, Acne Treatment Face Wash with 4% Benzoyl Peroxide and Niacinamide (5 fl. oz)

A gentle foaming cleanser is not over-drying. If you are looking for a cleanser that turns into a creamy foam! Ideal for all skin types, it works well as the second step in a double cleanse. DERMSTORE CODE: RACHSCHWAB for 15% off

EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser (7 oz.)

Moisturizers (Face & Body)

Hydration is key—even for oily or acne-prone skin. These moisturizers restore moisture, support the barrier, reduce redness, and prevent dehydration. Whether it’s a light everyday cream or a richer night‐repair balm, these help skin feel nourished, b...

This lotion literally feels and smells like you are at a spa. It is the perfect gift idea + luxurious upgrade for yourself at home. It is my go-to favorite always!

Luminous Body Lotion

Barrier repair cream that is GREAT for acne prone skin!! This will never break you out and is great for redness / calming as well. Perfect for day & night - I use it both!

SOS Recovery Cream

If you are looking for the ultimate moisturizer, this is the holy grail. It is ultra hydrating, and feels super luxe when you put it on. I personally only use it at night because it feels a bit too heavy for during the day. Super hydrating!

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 (1.6 fl. oz.)

If you are using retinol, activies, or if your skin is just super dry - this moisturizer is amazing. It is super thick but will not break you out. I've also seen such an improvement with my fine lines from it!

Skin Fix Barrier Repair Cream

Lip Care

Lips often get overlooked—but they need love too. These lip balms and masks deeply hydrate, repair, and protect delicate lip skin. Perfect for dry patches, overnight restoration, or just adding gloss and comfort during the day.

I am not exaggerating when I say that this is the best ever. I've gone through so many of these because they are just that good (I leave next to my bed and in my desk). Super hydrating and great pre makeup. I use all day long at home!

Conditioning Lip Balm

Perfect for an overnight refresh for your lips - or sometimes I like to put it on while I am doing my makeup. Super moisturizing and a cult favorite for a reason!!

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Berry 20g

I never leave the house without this! I love the pink sugar, vanilla, & guava flavors best. It gives you that perfect tint for no makeup, makeup days. Seriously this is in every bag of mine.

Lip Butter Balm Pink Sugar

Eye Cream

The eye area is delicate and often shows first signs of fatigue and aging. These treatments target puffiness, dark circles, fine lines, and texture with brightening antioxidants, peptides, and hydrating formulas. Use morning and night for fresh, rest...

An easy to use eye cream because let's be honest, that step is the easiest to skip in your routine! You just swipe and go - it is incredible!! Have been using for years.

Tula Eye Cream Balm

If you are looking for an advanced eye cream - this is it! Great for fine lines, dullness, dark circles, etc. The applicator is cooling as well which is SO nice when you put it on.

REVISION SKINCARE D.E.J. Eye Cream

Tools & Devices

Sometimes the right tools make all the difference. From LED masks to disposable towels and acne patches, this section features devices and items that enhance skincare performance — boosting texture, healing, and results without compromising hygiene o...

What I use every single day!!!! Morning and night, every time I wash my face! Regular washcloths have baceteria that can make you breakout - which is why I love these as an alternative when washing my face.

Clean Skin Club Clean Towels XL®, 100% USDA Biobased Face Towel, Disposable Face Towelette, Eczema Association Accepted, Makeup Remover Dry Wipes, Ultra Soft, 50 Count

The LED mask that I use daily! 3 minutes and that is it! It has blue & red light (or a combined option). Great for acne + redness + fine lines.

Dr Dennis Gross SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro (1 piece)

My favorite of all pimple patches! These actually stay on and I feel like “do the most” / “get the most out”. I will use these whenever I have a white head or new spot!

Acne Dots - 10 Pack

Acne Treatments

When breakouts happen or texture gets dull, these targeted treatments step in. Think spot correctors, exfoliating acids, peels, and anti-blemish formulas that fade acne, reduce inflammation, and encourage smooth, even skin tone.

Good spot treatments are hard to come by, but I love this one from dr dennis gross. It is not overly drying, but definitely reduces spots, is great for morning or night, and can easily be layered in your routine!

Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta On The Spot Eliminator

My secret for glowing skin are these. I've been using for YEARS about once or twice a week - especially the night before a big event. They exfoliate and give you such a fabulous glow!!! Just trust me on this one!

PowerGlow Peel

Tinted Sunscreens

Daily sun protection is non-negotiable—especially with acne treatments and brightening ingredients. These sunscreens offer broad-spectrum SPF in mineral or tinted formulations that blend well and protect without clogging pores.

I adore everything tower 28 does because they ensure nothing will break you out (which is an issue sometimes with sunscreen). They recently came out with their tinted SOS sunscreen and I immediately switched to it. It is super hydrating, has a perfec...

SOTower 28 SOS FaceGuard SPF 30 Mineral SunscreenS FaceGuard™ SPF 30 Sunscreen PA+++

The OG tinted sunscreen that changed the game! IMO, this one has a bit more tint than the tower 28. I have also been using this for years and love. I would sometimes use a moisturizer under it though.

EltaMD Exclusive UV Clear Tinted SPF 46 Broad-Spectrum Duo ($92 Value)

Serums

Serums deliver potent active ingredients to address specific skin concerns. Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, brighteners—each one here is chosen to boost radiance, hydrate deeply, and improve skin health without irritation.

The gold standard of vitamin c! It lasts so much longer than other vitamin c serums because of how it is formulated / stable + the pump black bottle keeps it better for longer. Plus, I love how it is more a cream than serum.

Revision Skincare C+ Correcting Complex 30% (1 fl. oz.)

The best hydrating serum on the market. Have used for years and years morning & night. Every time I try a new hydrating serum, I seriously always come back to this one.

Revision Skincare® HA HydraSerum+ ( 1 fl. oz.)

Toners

A great toner preps the skin, restoring pH balance, adding hydration, and sometimes giving a gentle exfoliation. These alcohol-free and soothing toners calm redness, refresh the skin, and ensure serums and moisturizers absorb more effectively.

The viral hydrating toner! It is that perfect extra step in your routine for that extra glow + shot of hydration!

PCA SKIN Hydrating Toner (7 fl. oz.)

A very gentle toner that I use daily! I use it at night after I cleanse to make sure that everything (makeup, sunscreen) from the day is off! Plus it adds extra hydration.

Revision Skincare Soothing Facial Rinse

My secret weapon for breakouts & irriated skin. This SOS spray comes with me everywhere and I use it morning and night.

SOS Rescue Spray