Salicylic Acid toner to exfoliate and clear out pores. Just be sure to start slowly (1-2x per week) and don't use on the same nights as retinol, differin, or another retinoid because it can be irritating!
Naturium BHA 2% Liquid - 4 fl oz
A gentle but effective cleanser is the basis of an acne skincare routine. I like this one because it is fragrance-free, dye-free, paraben-free.
Vanicream Unscented Gentle Facial Cleanser - 8 fl oz
It is so important to wear sunscreen, even when you have acne! Especially because exfoliants like Salicylic Acid can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. This one won't clog your pores.
Dr.G Red Blemish Soothing Up Sun
Light-weight hydration you can apply throughout the day.
BYOMA Balancing Face Mist - 3.38 fl oz
Anti-Aging
Sunscreen is the core of an anti-aging routine. This is A SUPER hydrating sunscreen. Honestly, Naturium almost never misses.
Naturium Dew Glow Moisturizer - SPF 50 - 1ct
Retinol stimulates collagen production and increases turn-over of dead skin cells. So it is a key component of an anti-aging routine. This one is gentle and good for people new to retinol. If you are new to retinol, start 1-2x per week and work you w...
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Face Serum - 1 fl oz
You can also use retinol on your body to increase collagen!
Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Body Lotion Unscented - 6 fl oz
Technically an eye cream, but I use it on my full face. Anti-aging serum with retinAl, which works more quickly than reitnOl while still being gentle. If you are new to retinoids, start 1-2x per week and work you way up to every night as tolerated. I...
a MINERAL sunscreen with no white-cast and that blends in easily. I liked it so much I got some for my mom too!
Etude House Soonjung Director's Mineral Filter Sun Cream 50ml | StyleKorean.com
provides sun protection + covers redness!
SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Foundation
This moisturizer has encapsulated peptides to signal to your skin to produce more collagen and moisture. Cheaper than any other peptide moisturizer, while being really high quality. I use this every night.
Very affordable for such a big bottle! salicylic acid is so good for exfoliating skin. This keeps hair follicles open so keratin and hairs don't get trapped.
[Naturium] The Perfector: Salicylic Acid Skin Smoothing Body Wash
Really great for KP. Has Glycolic and Lactic Acid to exfoliate skin. And it has gentle pumice beads to physically exfoliate as well.
[First Aid Beauty] KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub with 10% AHA
Elise Moisturizing is super important when you're exfoliating. This moisturizer is affordable, fragrance-free, and good for sensitive skin. Apply after showering while your skin is damp!
[CeraVe] Daily Face and Body Moisturizing Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin
I like to mix this into my body moisturizer (Cerave) and apply to my legs and arms a few times a week! good for preventing ingrown hairs from shaving and preventing keratosis pilaris.
Azaleic Acid may sound scary, but it is great for reducing redness and rosacea. It also very gently exfoliates and can reduce dark spots left from acne.
[Naturium] Azelaic Topical Acid 10%
Melasma, Dark Spots, & Hyperpigmentation
Tranexamic Acid is the best for reducing dark spots! Super gentle even though the name sounds intense. I use this for dark spots left after a zit and on my body after mosquito bites.
[Naturium] Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%
Targeted patches for post-acne dark spots. With tranexamic acid and vitamin C.