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What I Use On My Dry Acne-Prone Skin

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This is a list of affordable products under $30 that are good for dry and acne-prone skin. These products help to hydrate the skin, prevent future breakouts, and clear hyperpigmentation from acne scars.
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Cleansers

Welcome to my curated list of cleansers, perfect for people with dry and acne-prone skin. I understand the struggles we face, so I've handpicked a few products that work wonders for our skin type. Get ready to experience the magic of gentle yet effec...

 
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Doesn't lather so it's good for extra dry skin or for the wintertime.
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser
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Good for preventing future breakouts and reducing acne on the face and body!
CeraVe Renewing SA (Salicylic Acid) Cleanser | Face Wash
 
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Great gentle cleanser that is fragrance free.
Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

Treatments

Trying to keep the moisture in your skin while treating acne scars, texture, and future breakouts can be tough. I like to keep it simple with effective products that work under the skin and on the surface. Give these treatments a try and make sure to...

 
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A great chemical exfoliator that smooths texture and fades dark spots.
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
 
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Amazing for reducing dark spots and can even be used on the bikini area in between waxes.
Skin Script Glycolic and Retinol Pads

Serums

Serums are my favorite part of my skincare regimen. There's nothing like the smooth feel of a silky and hydrating serum. This list is specially curated to provide moisture and help to helps fade scarring from acne.

 
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This is a great serum for adding moisture anywhere on the body and layers great with other products.
Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Serum
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You can use this as a makeup primer or a moisturizing serum!
The INKEY List Polyglutamic Acid Serum 30ml
 
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Good for reducing excess oil on the skin and fading dark marks
The INKEY List 10% Niacinamide Serum 30ml
 
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This is great for reducing dark spots from acne scars while the hyaluronic acid provides moisture.
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
 
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Amazing for clearing breakouts
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution - The Ordinary

Moisturizers

A cream is necessary for me to keep my skin hydrated. I especially love these because they have ceramides and other ingredients to keep your skin healthy from head to toe. These are fragrance free as well!

 
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Great for dry acne-prone skin and helps prevent future breakouts
CeraVe SA Cream for Rough & Bumpy Skin
 
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Great for providing moisture all over the body, it's also fragrance free
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Normal to Dry Skin

Oils

I enjoy using oils after my moisturizer to seal everything in. Having an oil that doesn't break me out or feel greasy is extremely important! Check out this list!

 
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I use this to seal the moisture from serums and moisturizers, it's good for acne-prone skin as well and soaks in quickly.
The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane

Sunscreens

Sunscreen not only protects your skin from the sun but it can also help to prevent acne scars from getting darker. This list includes sunscreens that aren't drying and don't leave a white cast.

 
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Doesn't leave a white cast and is very moisturizing.
Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 | Sunscreen for Black Skin & Dark Skin