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Skincare Products That Pulled Me Through My Breakout Era🤞😭

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To my fellow comrades struggling through adult acne, I see you and I am HERE for you!! Why does adult acne exist other than to be the bane of our existence?😭 Why is acne a part of our adulthood? Where have our self-esteem disappeared to?? It is time... 
Here are all the products that I've used and is still using to combat my stubborn adult acne😉✨ From serums to toners, sheet masks to moisturizers, it is time to kiss our breakout era goodbye and say hello to our new glow-up era🥹😭 Let us all be bea...
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Step 1: Cleansers

Honestly the most important step?? Because no matter how much skincare you use, it will NOT absorb through the dirt and grime! Also cleansing your face daily can help prevent breakouts😉

 
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I will not be embarrassed to admit that yes, I DID purchase this in bulk like I was stocking up on inventory🫣 As an acne-prone girlie, this cleanser has a lot of calming and soothing ingredients and doesn't dry my skin out🥺 Also it has such gentle ...
Whipped Korean Face Wash & Mask, Mugwort Tea Tree
 
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While we're on the topic of cleansers, can't leave out Arencia mochi cleanser (specifically the green one). The other versions are great too but if you're really looking for something to soothing during a breakout, this is the one! You can also leave...
Arencia Korean Rice Mochi Face Cleanser 4.23oz
 
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One of my absolute FAVORITE Japanese products is this cleanser!! Not only does it have CICA, which is helpful in soothing irritation and helps with redness, it is also individually packaged. Perfect for when you're on the go or traveling😎😘 Also it ...
Kanebo - Suisai Beauty Clear Green Powder Wash

Step 2: Toners

Let it soak in! Set the foundation for the rest of our skincare🥹

 
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Super suitable for acne-prone skin! Whether this is before or after a breakout, the ingredients are calming and can help reduce redness left by acne (which I really needed😭😭) Also good for hydration and slightly exfoliating on the bumpy side of the...
Abib Heartleaf Spot Pad Calming Touch 80pads
 
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Let's pay homage to the product that LITERALLY launched my skincare journey?? It's been such a wild ride but these pore pads are so gentle in exfoliating and reducing pore size🥺 #CommissionsEarned
medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore 2.0

Step 3: Serums

Hit me with the actives! This is probably one of the most important steps of our skincare routine so don't skip it! And yes, I will be watching👀

 
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My holy grail and the serum I keep going back to😭 It's such a nice product with azelaic acid that noticeably reduce redness and breakouts. And SUPERRRR gentle🥺 Also with a bit more of a watery consistency which I preferred compared to thicker serum...
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Serum
 
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Another great serum with niacinamide to help reduce redness and uneven skin tone!! Did I also mention this is very hydrating and smells like peaches🤣🍑 #CommissionsEarned
Anua Peach 70 Niacinamide Serum, 1.01 fl.oz
 
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Sister to my favorite azelaic acid serum🥺🥺 Honestly a great addition to the mix and super great for those looking for a little bit more hydration. Also fragrance-free as well! #CommissionsEarned
Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule Serum 1.01oz

Step 4: Moisturizers

Let us hydrate!! Another important step, no matter if you have dry skin or oily-combination skin😭 We all need hydration!!

 
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How can we talk skincare without talking about the one that pulled me through my endless nights of breakout and then me proceeding to crashout🤪 Honestly this is one of my faves that I've repurchased over and over again, and even gifted to my friends...
Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream 1.69 Fl Oz
 
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Another one of my FAVORITE moisturizers, especially for my girlies (or guys) who prefer something with no fragrances! Literally melts onto your skin like butter lol🤣 Fast absorbing, hydrating, and non-greasy of course😉 Perfect for a simple upgrade ...
ROVECTIN Calming Lotus Cream - Hydrating Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin

Step 5: Sheet Masks

 
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Is this my go-to face when I break out? Yes it is😉 And probably my most used sheet mask of 2026🤪 I remember I first tried it when I had a really bad breakout and then the next morning BOOM!! The inflammation went down and my skin has never felt bet...
Shop Kose - Clear Turn Gomen Bare Skin Quininal Mask - 7 sheets
 
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One of the gentlest sheet masks I used!! It's so hydrating and soothing, especially during a breakout, and really helps to lock in moisture even when your skin is feeling super sensitive🥺 #CommissionsEarned
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Mask 5ea

Extra Additions

For the miscellaneous items that are still super helpful for acne-prone girlies and guys😘

 
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The way this acne cream has me in a chokehold✊😭 Literally use it every time those stubborn acne get ahold of me and and when I wake up, the swelling and pain is reduced😭 It's so magical🥺
LION - Pair Acne Cream W - 24g
 
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My favorite sunscreen right now!! And I've gone through a lot of sunscreens already😅 Honestly I felt like the regular Beauty of Joseon sunscreen and the Round Lab birch juice sunscreen were a little too oily and rich for my skin (and made me extra s...
Shop BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Relief Sun Aqua-fresh Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++ - 50ml
 
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My favorite daily addition for when those stubborn acne show up out of nowhere and try to ruin your day! Super discreet and nice coverage, it definitely helped to promote my acne healing🥺 Once again, where were you when I was a teenager??😭 #Commiss...
Rael Invisible Spot Cover Hydrocolloid Patches (96 Ct)