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Fungal Acne Safe K-Beauty Serums
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Here is a list to save your time if you are battling fungal acne. These serums are all fungal acne safe! I was so afraid to try any kind of new skin care product after getting fungal acne, so hopefully someone finds this helpful.
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Soothing
 
Hydrating
 
Dark Spots

Soothing

For irritated skin with redness.

 
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Leaves your skin plump and really hydrated.
Shop SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Ampoule - 100ml
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My go to serum for redness.
Shop ANUA - Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum - 30ml
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This serum contains rice extract so it also has a brightening effect.
Shop ANUA - 7 Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum - 50ml
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Teatree is another great soothing ingredient, especially good for oliy, acne prone skin.
Shop iUNIK - Tea Tree Relief Serum - 50ml
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Hydrating

For dry, skin barrier damaged skin. These are all light, as malassezia feeds on rich formulas.

 
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Feels very watery and light on skin.
Shop mixsoon - Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum - 300ml
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in my opinion the best for damaged skin barrier.
Shop TirTir - SOS Serum - 50ml
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Another great light, hydrating serum.
Isntree - Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum - 50ml
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the beta glucan really attracts water molecules - very hydrating
Shop iUNIK - Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum
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Dark Spots

For skin with dark spots, uneven tone, small wrinkles.

 
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Great for dark spots and blemishes. The difference is usually seen in two weeks.
Abib - Glutathiosome Dark Spot Serum Vita Drop - 50ml
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Vitamin C is the holy grail for anti-ageing. Be sure to pick the fungal acne safe variant (it is written on the bottle).
Shop Dr. Althea - Gentle Vitamin C Serum - 30ml
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