Gentle, effective, and breakout safe.
Finding skincare that won’t irritate sensitive, acne-prone skin can feel impossible so I’ve rounded up my tried-and-true dermatologist-approved faves. From calming cleansers to lightweight moisturizers and sunscr...
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Gentle Cleansers
Breakout Friendly Treatments
Barrier Loving Moisturizers
Acne Safe Suncreens
Soothing Extras
Gentle Cleansers
Wash away dirt and oil without stripping your skin barrier these cleansers keep sensitive, acne-prone skin calm and balanced.
Light foaming action removes oil and impurities while keeping skin barrier intact
Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Wash
Non-foaming and fragrance free; gently cleanses without drying or stripping skin
Hydrating Facial Cleanser: Skin Refresh
A gel cleanser packed with antioxidants that calms redness and cleans without stripping.
Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser: Cleanser For Sensitive Skin
Creamy, soothing, and perfect for sensitive skin that needs moisture retention.
Calm + Restore Gentle Nourishing Oat Face Cleanser
Sulfate-free, fragrance-free, and designed for ultra-sensitive, acne-prone skin.
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser Sensitive
A green smoothie for your face; cleans without over-drying and balances skin.
Kale + Spinach Superfood Face Cleanser
Budget-friendly, soap-free, and removes dirt and oil without stripping.
Simple Water Boost Micellar Gel Facial Wash
Breakout Friendly Treatments
Target acne and clogged pores with soothing, non-irritating treatments designed to heal without causing redness or peeling.
Salicylic acid unclogs pores and reduces blackheads; start 2–3 times a week.
Paulas Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid
Alcohol-free and calming; hydrates and reduces redness from active breakouts.
COSRX Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner, 150ml / 5.07 fl.oz
Fades post-acne marks, evens tone, and fights mild breakouts without irritation.
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% for Exfoliation & Even Skin Tone
A gentle exfoliant that helps fade acne marks without irritating sensitive skin.
Mandelic Acid 10% + HA: Improve Skin Clarity and Texture
Controls excess oil and redness while strengthening your skin barrier.
Niacinamide Serum 12% Plus Zinc 2%
Hydrocolloid patches with active ingredients to flatten pimples fast.
Acne Healing Dots
Barrier Loving Moisturizers
Hydrate deeply with lightweight, non-comedogenic formulas that strengthen your skin’s barrier and calm irritation.
Oil-free with niacinamide; restores skin barrier and keeps skin hydrated overnight.
PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion
Free of common irritants; perfect for ultra-sensitive, breakout-prone skin.
Vanicream™ Daily Facial Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin
Strengthens barrier with ceramides; long-lasting hydration that won’t clog pores.
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
Intensely hydrating, fragrance-free balm that calms irritated, breakout-prone skin.
Atoderm Intensive Balm for Very Dry Skin
Rich yet lightweight, supports skin’s barrier with ceramides and peptides.
Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream
Oil-free, hyaluronic acid-packed hydration that won’t clog pores.
Hydro Boost Gel Cream
Acne Safe Suncreens
Protect your skin without breakouts these lightweight SPFs won’t clog pores or leave behind a greasy finish.
Water-based, non-greasy; hydrates while offering broad-spectrum sun protection.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Sunscreen
Mineral-based, gentle formula; ideal for sensitive, acne-prone skin.
Anthelios SPF 50 Gentle Lotion Mineral Sunscreen
Lightweight, non-comedogenic; calms redness and protects against sun damage.
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
Weightless, invisible, and non-comedogenic—perfect under makeup.
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 Face
Gentle, lightly tinted, and designed for acne-prone, sensitive skin.
Sheer Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Mineral-based, oil-free, and blurs imperfections.
Australian Gold Botanical SPF 50 Tinted Face Sunscreen
Soothing Extras
Repair, calm, and protect with gentle spot treatments and essences that help your skin recover and stay clear.
Helps repair and soothe skin; speeds healing of post-acne marks.
COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence 100ml
Dermatologist-approved retinoid; treats and prevents breakouts over time.
Differin Acne Treatment Gel, 30 Day Supply
Hydrocolloid patches absorb pus and protect blemishes overnight.
Mighty Patch™ Original Acne Hydrocolloid Patch
Lightweight, centella-rich gel that hydrates and reduces redness.
[iUNIK] Centella Calming Gel Cream
A multi-purpose balm that repairs stressed or post-breakout skin.
Cicaplast Balm B5 for Dry Skin Irritations
Deeply calming serum that strengthens sensitive, irritated skin.
