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exfoliating skincare products you need
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items for sensitive, combination type, and acne prone skin. This routine has helped clear sebaceous filaments, blackheads, and the occasional cystic acne spots
*all lists are created in application order
Sections
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cleanser
exfoliant
serums
moisturizer
accessories
cleanser
start with the prequel.
pick 1 other cleanser for your double cleanse step
the GOAT of gel cleaners to remove makeup, spf, sweat and debris before going in with your targeted treatment cleanser
Pre-Gleanse Cleansing Oil Intended For The First Cleanse
salicylic acid cleanser is great for targeting acne without leaving your face feeling stripped and dry. This one is gentle enough for sensitive and combination type skin
Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser - The INKEY List
my tried and true cleanser! Been using this for 10 years. Great for sensitive, combination, acne prone skin. Perfect for day and night use
Toleriane Purifying Foaming Facial Wash
exfoliant
pick 1! NEVER LAYER BOTH IN THE SAME NIGHT. You will burn your skin and your barrier will be severely compromised
great for targeting sebum, black heads, and those deep clogged pores. BHAs target below the skin surface to clear those pores while AHAs target texture and surface level issues
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - Paula's Choice
I alternate this with the Paula’s choice as my exfoliant every other week. NEVER USE BOTH IN THE SAME NIGHT. I love how affordable this serum is but be cautious it is quite strong so I recommend starting with the Paula’s and working towards this one ...
Overnight Exfoliating Treatment - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
serums
these will help your barrier after your exfoliant layer. layer on as much as you need for moisturizing serums to help protect your skin from feeling spicy. Only add azelaic acid if your skin tolerates it added to the exfoliation. If your skin cannot ...
I found this one at marshalls so be sure to check your local store to grab this liquid gold for a steal! This mister is so luxurious and the product leaves your skin feeling so refreshed. It almost feels like you splashed water on your face after a s...
Calming Magnesium Mist | Calm Stressed Skin
not an everyday must- this serum helps calm irritated skin (think an alternative to the viral magnesium spray). I like to use this if my skin is feeling a little spicy or slightly drier.
Madagascar Centella Ampoule
glass skin in a bottle! So hydrating and very lightweight. My go to when my skin is needing extra love and hydration without feeling weighed down
Phyto Mucin Glow Serum - BYOMA
The OG goat for my perioral dermatitis. The formula is so light on this one so it’s great to use in the mornings!
Azelaic Topical Acid 10%
if you haven’t implemented azelaic acid into your routine WHAT ARE YOU EVEN DOING?! Azelaic is gentle but helps target so many imperfections. I use nightly to help target my perioal dermatitis
Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster for Redness Relief
moisturizer
is she not the cutest moisturizer?!? Slam Dunk packs a punch for being as light as it is! I love the press top applicator too
Slam Dunk Glam Edition
Tried and true! If you’re not sure where to start with a moisturizer that actually delivers- start here!
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
accessories
ditch your towel!!! single use towels to avoid adding unnecessary bacteria back onto your face from your nasty hand towel!!
Clean Skin Club