These are the products that truly made a difference when my skin was at its worst — irritated, red, and breaking out. I've personally tried every single one of them, and they helped me calm my skin, reduce acne, and bring back balance. If your skin i...
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~For Acne and Pimples~
~For Sensitive Skin~
~Regeneration & Recovery~
~For Acne and Pimples~
Products that help fight imperfections, reduce inflammation, and speed up the healing process.
my favorite product when it comes to acne. I want to get rid of them quickly, but also to have make-up on that day. even without make up they look almost imperceptible.
Best Pimple Patches
1. For daily cleansing, my friend uses the Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser. This product is gentle yet effective in removing dirt and oil. It doesn’t dry out the skin, leaving it clean and hydrated.
Face Wash & Facial Cleanser | Sephora
2. When deeper cleansing is needed, she uses the La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel. This gel thoroughly cleans the skin, removes impurities, and reduces redness. It’s especially great for acne-prone skin.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel 200ml - Sephora UK
3. For reducing redness and acne, she uses The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% serum. This serum helps reduce inflammation, clears pores, and evens out the skin tone while reducing acne visibility.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum
4. For hydration and acne treatment, Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control is her go-to product. It helps reduce inflammation and acne while moisturizing the skin without excess oil or irritation.
Oil-free Acne Stress Control ® Triple-action Toner - Neutrogena
5. For the final step, she uses CeraVe Healing Ointment, which restores the skin after dealing with acne. This product is rich in moisturizing ingredients that soothe the skin and reduce rednes.
CERAVE Advanced Repair Ointment 50ml | SEPHORA UK
~For Sensitive Skin~
Mild but effective ingredients that nourish and protect skin prone to reactions.
1. For daily cleansing, Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser Lotion is my first choice. This product is specially formulated for sensitive skin, cleansing gently without drying it out, leaving the skin soft and hydrated
Ultra-Soothing Cream for Hypersensitive Skin - Avene
2. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser is perfect for my skin as it’s gentle yet effective at removing impurities. Its hydrating formula helps reduce the tight feeling that sensitive skin often experiences.
Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser - La Roche-Posay
3. This product is perfect for deep cleansing sensitive skin while also offering hydration. CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser helps restore the skin's protective barrier, making it ideal for daily use
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin 236ml
4. Eucerin Redness Relief Soothing Cleanser is great for reducing redness. This gel gently removes dirt while soothing the skin and reducing irritation. My skin is sensitive, so this is the perfect choice for me.
Eucerin AntiRedness Soothing Care 50ml | SEPHORA UK
5. Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water is the quickest way to cleanse my skin. This micellar solution is ideal for sensitive skin, it doesn’t irritate, and effectively removes all traces of makeup and impurities, leaving the skin fresh and clean
BIODERMA Sensibio Micellar Water 250ml | SEPHORA UK
It has a soft, powdery scent and doesn’t irritate – perfect for a subtle, fresh vibe.
Alcohol Free Fragrance
~Regeneration & Recovery~
These products help repair and restore your skin, promoting healing and balance.
1. One of the best serums for regeneration. Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum helps my skin recover while I sleep, reduces the appearance of fine lines, and improves hydration. Ideal for recovery after stress.
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery ...
2. This oil is my favorite choice for regeneration overnight. Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate restores the skin’s natural balance and strength, reduces redness and irritation, and in the morning, my skin looks fresher.
Midnight Recovery Concentrate Moisturizing Face Oil - Sephora
3. Hydration is key for skin recovery, and that’s why Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is a great option. Its gel formula quickly absorbs, deeply hydrates, and helps the skin regenerate throughout the day.
Neutrogena hydra boost gel creme is only... - Beauty Insider ...
4. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 is the go-to product for skin recovery. I use it when my skin is sensitive or damaged, as it speeds up regeneration, reduces irritation, and repairs the skin.
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ 40ml | SEPHORA UK
5. Bioderma Cicabio Cream is excellent for skin recovery and regeneration. This creamy balm helps repair skin after irritations and burns, providing hydration and reducing redness