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#11 - Oily, Resistant, Pigmented & Wrinkle-prone
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items Dryness and sensitivity are not an issue for this skin type, though ORPWs can struggle with uneven skin tone and accelerated signs of aging such as lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin.
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Cleansers
Toners
Skin-Brightening Products
Retinols
Antioxidants/Anti-aging serums
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Use an oil-control cleanser in the morning. In the evening, opt for a cleanser with glycolic or salicylic acid. Stay away from cream cleansers
Glycolic acid is a great ingredient for ORPW skin types. Helps to manage oil production, cleanses skin's impurities and encourages skin-brightening
Skinceuticals | Glycolic Renewal Cleanser
This glycolic cleanser is made for ORPW types. Not only helps to manage oil but has anti-aging properties including antioxidants to protect and brighten skin
DERMAdoctor Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Wash
A concentrated blend of clinical actives including Salicylic Acid to exfoliate & decongest pores, Azelaic Acid to improve the look of post-acne hyperpigmentation, Glycolic Acid for exfoliation, and Niacinamide to help absorb and minimize excess o...
Skinfix Acne+ BHA Cleanser
Cleanses and exfoliates the skin in one step with potent glycolic acid. I love the feeling this cleanser gives the skin. Instantly looks brighter after one use. Best to use at night
NEOSTRATA Foaming Glycolic Face Wash
Toners
Use a toner with oil-control, depigmenting and antioxidant ingredients. Toners with retinol or AHA/BHA's is beneficial as well
I cannot recommend this product enough for all my oily friends and those who love the look of ‘matte’ - this spray is easy to use and can be used throughout the day and on top of makeup to control excessive oil
La Roche-Posay Serozinc Mattifying Toner
Helps remove stubborn impurities to reveal your skin's true radiance and prepare it for the rest of your regimen. It is crafted with a mix of AHA and pitera bio-ingredient rich in vitamins, organic acids, minerals, and amino acids that work together ...
SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion Toner
This is an effective and affordable glycolic toner. It's particularly great for those with oily or congested skin. It also helps for those who are concerned with pores, blackheads and fine lines. Exfoliates the skin with one use.
The INKEY List | Glycolic Acid Toning Solution
Skin feels plumper and smoother as this low-pH formula works to exfoliate dead skin cells and support your skin’s natural collagen and hyaluronic acid, helping you maintain a healthy, radiant complexion over time
Alpha-H Liquid Gold 5% Glycolic Acid Exfoliant
Skin-Brightening Products
There are many kinds of ingredients that treat dark spots and hyperpigmentation in various ways. Two of the most common kinds of skin lighteners are tyrosinase inhibitors and PAR-2 blockers
This serum helps even the most stubborn dark spots to lighten. Also helps to soften lines and wrinkles and keep skin looking plump and radiant
Eucerin Radiant Tone Dual Serum Dark Spot
This cream not only brightens unwanted discoloration but also assists in gently exfoliating and hydrating the skin
Glytone Brightening Complex 12% Azelaic Acid
Exfoliates to shed dead, dull skin cells for improving the look of fine lines, wrinkles, pores, and uneven skin tone. Great for dry, acne prone, aging, and combination skin to be used daily or as needed
Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Gel 10%
Retinols
All ORPWs can benefit from using a retinoid to treat wrinkles and pigmentation, while simultaneously helping to control sebum production
I recommend this retinol for ORPW because it targets the main concerns of this type of skin - pigment, potential oil issues (breakouts ect) and aging
VI Derm | Retinol Age-Defying Treatment Moisturizer
If you love the feel of a toner and don't have retinol in your routine yet, this tonic is perfect. Absorbs nicely into skin and helps with fine lines + wrinkles as well as brightening skin
Pixi Retinol Tonic - Smoothing & Firming Toner
Antioxidants/Anti-aging serums
Helps support aging skin and prevent pigmentation and wrinkles
Pairing a high strength vitamin C with barrier friendly hydrators to help skin appear visibly clearer, smoother and brighter over time.
Allies of Skin Vitamin C 20% & Citrus Cells Advanced Firm + Glow Serum
Moisturizers
Use a hyaluronic acid moisturizer to increase the penetration of your treatment products, like retinol and salicylic acid
The price is steep with this product but I do not recommend anything unless I believe it's worth the cost - this moisturizer is - especially for ORPW. Provides light hydration for oily/acne-prone skin but also contains ingredients to combat signs of ...
Neocutis Bio Gel Firm Moisturizer for Oily Skin
This advanced moisturizer goes beyond hydration to visibly firm skin with a plush, cushiony texture you can feel and bounce you can see.
Biossance | Growth Factor Firming Anti-Aging Moisturizer with Peptides, Collagen + Squalane
Sunscreen
ORPWs should use daily sunscreen. They should choose a non-comedogenic sunscreen and skip morning moisturizers to avoid shininess
A super sheer SPF that not only protects skin from sun damage but also contains vitamin c to fight free radicals. Gentle for sensitive skin as well
Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C SPF 50 Sunscreen