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skincare for adult acne from someone in their 30s
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items for someone who grew up with acne and still struggles w adult acne. blackheads, sebaceous filaments, cystic acne, you name it!! for oily to combination skin. i'm also filipinx for my asian baddies
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cleansing
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toner
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serums
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actives
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moisturizers
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protection
cleansing
the first step to any skin care is a good cleanser or 3!!! ;p
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honestly my go-to when i'm too lazy to remove my makeup or i'm in a low energy state. gentle and does the job
Sensibio H2O Micellar water | Cleansing, makeup remover water for sensitive ...
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great for removing makeup and massaging sebum filaments and stubborn blackheads !! preventative in a way
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
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great for oily/combination acne prone skin! i love foaming it with my hands first before massaging it into my skin. really great for cleaning the dirt and makeup off. if i'm not doing oil cleansing beforehand, i cleanse with this twice. i have oily/c...
Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel Cleanser
toner
tbh idrk what a toner technically does bc there are so many kindsβ¦.but i know it supports the ecosystem of a good skincare routine π
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so helpful for clogged pores and blackheads. sometimes on super depressy days, this and bioderm is all i need
Effaclar Astringent Lotion - Anti-Blackhead
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ngl it's nice but i don't use it consistently enough to rly see a big difference. but my skin doesn't hate it :) a nice vitamin c that isn't too strong and still very hydrating <3
Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner
serums
serums i find are the more hydrating type of toner. it helps to create a moisture barrier for your skin that is light and can be paired with toners and moisturizers π
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gentle and light, sometimes i can use without moisturizer and it's fine π prob not the best but it's great haha
mixsoon Bean Essence 50ml/ 1.69 fl.oz
actives
this is the part where the products tend to be a little harsher on the skin. can be done before or after the cleanser. if it's new to your routine, the safest way to incorporate actives is to put it on after your moisturizer so that your skin barrier...
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had to get this prescribed from my doctor and i STOPPED using it every day and my skin has been a lot happier!! i use it now and then for spot treatment
Adapalene Retinoid Acne Treatment | Differin Gel for Acne
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for breakouts under the skin, ones that you feel are confident that aren't there yet, great at making them come to a head
Regular Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment with 2.5% Benzoyl Peroxide
moisturizers
top 3 important part of your skincare!!!
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soooo hydrating and nourishing. i mix this w the bean serum and *chefs kiss* perfect for the summer for a bare face moment
100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil
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becauseeee if you're glossy like a glazed donut, why not add the lips too ππ keeps my lips so moist the next day !!! but also rly nice to carry around and use as a very juicy lip gloss
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate
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this one is a treat bc spensy but so worth it π₯²π₯² very lightweight, not greasy at all, keeps my skin feeling hydrated and plump
Japanese Face Cream & Face Moisturizers
protection
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very strong, not the cutest as it's quite thick, but a nice protective layer for the rly sensitive breakouts
Mighty Patch Original Hydrocolloid Stickers
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LOVE this spf! it's so light and hydrating, leaves a *slight* cast but it also evens out my skintone
[Isntree] Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50 ml