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Skin Care for Acne Prone and Oily Skin
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items I will always recommend starting with a dermatologist but if that is not accessible to you and you happen to struggle with acne and oily skin then take a look at what I have to offer! (Not a dermatologist)
Sections
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Acne and Oily Skin Safe
Scar Treatment
Pimple Patches
Honorable Mentions (not for acne)
Acne and Oily Skin Safe
This has been a staple in my skincare routine for years. It does not dry out my face but it does remove all the unnecessary oils. Helps with texture because of the salicylic acid.
Renewing SA (Salicylic Acid) Cleanser | Face Wash - CeraVe
DISCLAMER: Do not use more than twice a week as it can dry out your face even if you struggle with oily skin. Using this toner in moderation will leave your skin with an even texture.
SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant - Paula's Choice
Perfect for the winter time. I find that my face is left soft and moisturized. I personally do not experience oily skin during the winters so I can not comment on how this works on oily skin all year round.
Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer | La Roche-Posay
This is my best friend during the summer times. When my oily skin is kicking in at full force this helps decrease it and leave my face moisturized.
Effaclar Mat Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin - La Roche-Posay
By now I think everyone has heard about how bad makeup wipes are for our faces. This cost effective makeup remove has saved not only my acne but my as well pockets. I highley recommend if you don't want spend a lot of money on makeup remover.
Garnier Micellar Water Hydrating Facial Cleanser
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Scar Treatment
I use this after I popped a fresh pimple and I find that in minimizes the scarring. While it does not prevent scarring completely it does a good job at minimizing it.
Rescue Balm | The Post-Blemish Recovery Cream | 15 ml - Hero …
As someone who struggles with persistent scarring after a blemish goes away, I can say this is one of the best products I have ever used. I apply it after moisturizer on new and old scars and I have noticed a huge difference in the last 3 months.
Mederma Intensive Overnight Scar Cream
Pimple Patches
These are a more cost effective pimple patch. I find that they work just fine. They remove the white heads in my pimples and do help prevent further scarring. If you are on a budget I would highly recommend these.
Panoxyl Pm Overnight Spot Pimple Patches - 40ct - Target
If you are ever roped into buying a pimple patch let this be the one. I will die on the hill that these are BEST patches for acne. You can use them day or night and work best on pimples that are ready to pop.
Acne Healing Dots - Peace Out Skincare
Honorable Mentions (not for acne)
Not an acne product but another honorable mention. I find that this scrub works well on my lips. It removes the dead skin but does not completely strip my lips. I want to share this since it is the lip scrub that I most drawn to. However, from my exp...
Lush Sticky Dates Lip Scrub
While this product does not relate to acne it is an honorable mention in my book. I have been using this eye cream for over a year now and I have noticed my eye bags are significantly lighter. This also doubles as a great base for under eye makeup. I...
Banana Bright+ Eye Crème - Vitamin C Eye Cream - OLEHENRIKSEN
I love using this on the areas I get white heads. I notice an immediate result when I use this. I try not to get it on my whole face as I try to steer away from putting anything on my acne that does not need to be there. If you already have the Paula...
Instant Detox Mask - Caudalie