After getting off birth control, i got cystic acne and am just now (10 years later) finding the secret sauce to get rid of it. A lot of research from our friends on TikTok (Bless!) Cannot recommend this list enough.
STEP 1: Oil Cleansing - GAME CHANGER. Gets all makeup and dirt off before you go in with a full face wash.
NEOGEN Oil Cleanser
STEP 2: The only cleanser that has worked for me! It has helped with scarring as well.
Effaclar Gel Facial Wash for Oily Skin - La Roche-Posay
STEP 3: Mix this with VaniCream
Castor Oil
STEP 3: Mix with castor oil.
Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream
Re-using rags to dry your face is part of the problem. Use FRESH towels every time. These are disposable ones.