As an esthetician, I have tried all kinds of products on my clients. As a mom of teenagers, I see it daily. Here are a few recommendations. I'm going to put professional and over the counter products so that there's a good mix of things. These I pers...
This really works! It has peroxide. I used it myself so that I could see how it felt and it didn't burn. This is also very effective for the body. A lot of people struggle with body acne, and I've had great success with my clients using this. I actua...
PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
This used to require a prescription, but now you can get it over the counter. This with panoxil and clendimycin keeps my son's skin very clear. He still has occasional bumps pop up, but any pubescent boy is going to have that. I can tell when he runs...
Differin Acne Treatment Gel for Sensitive Skin, 15g
Yes, you NEED a sunblock moisturizer! Even with oily skin, you need it. Sunblock is a nonnegotiable. If you use active ingredients to fight acne, you will burn!
AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30
The Clear Cell line is great for acne. This cleanser uses Salicylic Acid to cleanse, exfoliate and tone your skin. It gives you a deep clean and feels great.
Clear Cell Salicylic Gel Cleanser
These are magical but potent! They exfoliate so be careful. There is no need to scrub. You can use them every other day or every 3rd to get used to them.
CLEAR CELL salicylic clarifying pads
I used to get cystic acne when I was younger and when I felt one starting I would use it as a spot treatment and it would be gone almost over night.
Clear Cell Clarifying Acne Lotion
This is great for oily skin. It dries matte so you don't get the typical sunblock feel.
DAILY PREVENTION sheer matte moisturizer SPF 30
This line was actually recommended to me by my Dermatologist. I have liked everything I have tried by them so far.
Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser | Acne Face Wash
This is great! You do not use it daily. Once a week or even every other is enough. It's very potent.
CLEAR CELL clarifying salicylic masque
I found this brand on social media so I did some research and I had to try it. It's Korean skincare and these toning pads are amazing!
Medicube Zero Pore Pads 2.0, Dual-Textured Toner
This matte finish moisturizer is super lightweight so it helps control oil while still adding moisture back into the skin.
CLEAR CELL mattifying moisturizer
This works great as an exfoliating mask for acne. It's strong so it's only needed once a week or even once every other.
CLEAR CELL clarifying salicylic masque
This matte moisturizer helps hydrate while protecting the skin barrier. its not greasy at all. It feels nice going on because its a gel like texture.
Toleriane Double Repair Matte Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin
I like the way this one feels also. It is very foamy and you really feel like your skin is clean when you rinse. It is gentle also so its suitable for sensitive skin.