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Favorite affordable skincare - combination to oily skin 🧴

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The best soothing affordable skincare products that work for my skin and have gotten rid of my acne😊 My skin is oily in the t-zone and dry on the edges. Also very acne prone (had to go through accutane), so these products work nicely for my sensitiv...
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CLEANSERS

 
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A great cleanser that does not cause breakouts and does not dry out my face. Also takes off all of my makeup effectively😊
Foaming Facial Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin - CeraVe
 
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The best oil for getting rid of blackheads and sebacious fillaments! I massage my t-zone with it once a week and it extracts all the impurities from my pores. It does nor cause any irritation!
Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil for Sensitive Skin - Anua US
 
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This is what i'm currently using and i'm obssessed!!! i love how this cleanser and the rest of my skincare just make the best combination for a perfectly hydrated skin; not too greasy nor dry. Just perfection!!
Effaclar Gel Facial Wash for Oily Skin - La Roche-Posay

Serums/Actives

 
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I'm quickly falling in love with korean skincare! I’ve been using this serum for 2 weeks now, and I’m honestly impressed with the results. The serum has a thin, water-like texture that absorbs almost immedialtely into my skin. 10/10
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Corrector Serum - Anua US
 
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I recently started trying this out because my skin gets really dry during winter. I can say that it definitely hydrates and my skin is less flaky. I didn't have any bad reactions on my skin. I use it immediately after cleanser and before azelaic acid...
Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 (with Ceramides) | The Ordinary
 
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This is a lower impact retinol that I used when I first introduced retinol into my routine. I noticed lower hyperpigmentation and less acne but it took a few months to see the results. Then I transferred to the La roche posay one.
The Retinol 0.3 Cream - COSRX Official
 
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The best product for acne I have tried so far!! I put it all over my face when it gets particulary problematic and it makes any breakouts or irritations go away fast! A MUST HAVE!!!
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo+M Triple Correctio Anti-Imperfections Gel
 
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A stronger retinol for complexions already adapted to retinol products! This is the most expensive product here and I wouldn't quite call it affordable, but trust me it's worth the price! An amazing retinol that truly makes my complexion better day b...
Retinol B3 Pure Retinol Serum for Anti-Aging l La Roche Posay

Creams and SPF

 
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A nice sunscreen, doesn't leave a whitecast unlike many I have tried. Also has a calming effect and it's not greasy at all! a great makeup base!! It’s super lightweight and it absorbs quickly. I wear it every day, and it gives me great sun protection...
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++
 
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Before Beauty Of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Spf50, i was using this for the longest time and it's honestly amazing. very moisturizing, no white cast or greasy finish. very lghtweight almost liquid texture, absorbed immediatly leaving you with a smooth gl...
Anthelios Mineral Zinc Oxide Sunscreen SPF 50 - La Roche-Posay
 
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My favorite eye cream! Instantly depuffs and brightens the undereyes over time. I keep it in the fridge to get a cooling effect, really helps to wake me up, especially after a night shift😅
The INKEY List Brighten-i Eye Cream
 
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I loveee this sunscreen stick! So convenient and easy to take to the beach with me. Not greasy at all and doesn't leave a whitecast. Perfect for reapplying sunscreen over my makeup!
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Stick SPF 40 | Clear Over Makeup
 
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I'm on my 7th bottle of this mosturizer!!! It's the perfect mosturizer for an oily acne prone skin, and no it does't dry your face. Mattifies it but in the most soothing, caring way possible. And a bonus; it makes yourpores smaller!!!
Effaclar Mat Mattifying Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin