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#7 - Oily, Sensitive, Pigmented and Wrinkle-Prone
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items Acne, inflammation, discoloration and anti-aging are primary concerns for this skin type. Preventing wrinkles and discoloration as early as possible while protecting the skin is essential for this skin type. This is.a routine that will treat these co...
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Cleansers
Toners/Essence
Exfoliators
Retinols
Skin Brighteners
Calming Serums
Cleansers
Non-irritating cleansers with ingredients containing salicylic acid, niacinamide, and/or chamomile can help treat acne and pigment without irritating the skin. Use same cleanser for AM/PM
This cleanser is perfect for the OSPW types who deal with more acne or breakouts as well as pigment, specially PIH. The SA really helps to minimize breakouts and help lighten pigment without irritation
Aveeno Clear Complexion Foaming Oil-Free Cleanser
A gentle formula featuring glycerin and provitamin B5 gently and effectively cleanses the skin, without irritating or drying out skin. The ginseng extract features astringent and invigorating properties, while the protein extract made from moringa se...
BABOR Deep Cleansing Foam
Gentle, foaming cleanser washes away dirt, makeup, and other impurities, leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed, without stripping its natural moisture. Antioxidant vitamin E works to strengthen the skin's barrier, while calming lavender and green t...
M-61 Perfect Cleanse
Great for sensitive skin that is oily and battling breakouts
IMAGE Skincare CLEAR CELL Salicylic Gel Cleanse
I love the combo of salicylic acid + charcoal to help keep oil balanced without completely stripping the skin from essential lipids. Great for oil skin types.
Origins Clear Improvement Detoxifying Cleanser
Toners/Essence
Toners are optional. If adding this, look for toners that are calming, treat pigment, and/or control oil
This toner really helps to manage oil-production on skin and help soothe skin that may be irritated or inflamed
Epionce Purifying Toner for Acne & Blackheads
Anti-aging facial toner gently exfoliates skin’s surface to awaken and renew stressed skin. Invigorates skin with a daily dose of antioxidant MultiVitamins, PHA/Bionic and Green Tea and Cucumber extracts.
EXUVIANCE SkinRise Morning Glow Toning Pads
Refreshing mist is fortified with a blend of medical-grade antioxidants to refine pores, help remove excess oil, and brighten even the most dull, tired complexions. Micro-nutrients enhance skin tone and remove impurities while powerful humectants pro...
Replenix Soothing Antioxidant Mist
Exfoliators
Help lighten skin to a small degree. Exfoliators help your body's natural desquamation process.
I recommend OSPW types who are more on the oily and acne-prone side to add an exfoliating toner. This one also contains niacinamide to help brighten pigmented areas. Also works with more sensitive skin types
Bliss Clear Genius Toner + Serum | Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide
These pads will help OSPW with all concerns - breakouts from oily and/or sensitive skin, helps lighten & brighten and perfect for aging concerns!
Barefaced Glow Peel Pads 15% Glycolic Acid
Amazing for a sensitive skin. This product found a way for sensitive skin to be able to use an AHA like glycolic acid while keeping skin from getting irritated or dried out. Also great for unclogging pores, fading discoloration and brightening skin u...
KraveBeauty Kale-Lalu-yAHA
Retinols
can treat many of the skin problems that OSPWs struggle with, including acne, hyperpigmentation, and wrinkles
This retinol is ideal for this skin type. It's effective but won't irritate the sensitive nature of this skin
Differin Acne Treatment Gel 0.1% Adapalene
A great retinol for beginners to get you skin accustomed to actives. Helps support the skin barrier as well as smoothening skin and softening fine lines
Prequel Skin Retinal Renew 0.1% Retinal Gel
This is a perfect retinol for those just starting with retinoids or have more sensitive skin but crave results. Helps soften lines, treat any breakouts and/or acne scar while keeping skin stable
Anua Retinol Serum 0.3%, Niacinamide 5%
Skin Brighteners
Skin Brighteners especially with kojic acid or arbutin are perfect for those with pigment and sensitive skin
This is a perfect skin-lightener for OSPW. Free of Hydroquinone, so it won't irritate sensitive skin, but targets pigment. Can help with pigment from the sun, melasma or PIH after a breakout
Skinbetter Science | Even Skin Tone Correcting Serum
I recommend this for the OSPW types who don't have heavy sensitivity issues. I recommend mixing this with a skin-brightening product in your morning routine
The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder
Having a targeted spot treatment for when pigment pops up gives it the best chance for it to lighten.
Barefaced Brightening Serum Dark Spot Corrector
All things anti-aging in one bottle. Helps brightening and boost collagen while soothing irritated skin
Geologie Vitamin C+E Ferulic Acid Face Serum
Calming Serums
A serum for redness and/or irritation is optional or can be used as needed during flare-ups
This serum can be used as a substitute for a moisturizer for those who tend to be more oily. It's also super gentle and calming for sensitive skin
Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum Green Tea Panthenol
A multi-purpose serum that treats skin in multiple ways all at once. It is ideal for hormonal breakouts, acne scars, and brightening skin. Also treats fine lines + wrinkles for those with anti-aging concerns. This is a serum that works for all ages
CLEARSTEM CELLRENEW Collagen Stem Serum
Works to minimise fiery flushes while boosting hydration, so skin is soothed and comforted. Helps to ease sensitivity and help even and balance tone
Erborian Centella Red Serum
Moisturizers
Choose light, non-comedogenic moisturizers rather than heavy ones. Some OSPW can skip moisturizer. A moisturizer with antioxidants is beneficial
I highly recommend this moisturizer for any OSPW skin type. It's light enough for the oily nature of this skin type but also contains ingredients to help lighten pigment and keep skin youthful
OLEHENRIKSEN BananaBright+ Glow Moisturizer
Moisturizers can be optional for this skin type but or those who need something super light and mattifying - this is perfect! Plus it's friendly to the budget
CeraVe Ultra-Light Hydrating Gel Moisturizer
Targets excess oil to mattify skin and refine pores. Hydrates skin while leaving it looking and feeling matte. Visibly reduces the look of pores. Smoothes skin texture and is an excellent base for make-up
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Mattifying Moisturizer
If you feel like your skin has a little bit of everything going on - breakouts, dryness, aging, blocked pores, dark spots - you name it - this moisturizers helps support skin with multiple concerns
medicube PDRN Pink Hyaluronic Moisturizing Cream
Corrects all types of imperfections on acne-prone skin: pimples, blackheads, shine, enlarged pores, redness and marks
Uriage Hyseac 3-regul+ Moisturizer Oily Skin
Sunscreen
Minimizing sun exposure is the key to keeping primary skin concerns to a minimum and that can be done with an effective sunscreen that won't cause irritation to the skin
I love this sunscreen for OSPW not only because it's a mineral SPF but it also contains salicylic acid to help keep pores clean and not clogged. Also contains ingredients for soothe and calm sensitive skin
Bliss Block Star Clarifying Daily SPF 30
This SPF provides ultimate protection through zinc oxide. Helps balance oil and keep skin looking matte and balanced
iS CLINICAL Eclipse SPF 50+ Tinted Sunscreen
Dual-action daily hydrating sunscreen protects against UV-induced pigmentation, evens skin tone, and instantly brightens skin.
SkinCeuticals Daily Brightening UV Defense Sunscreen SPF 30
Makeup
Foundation with/SPF provides additional protection from pigment and aging concerns. Powders are great for blotting excess oil throughout the day. For breakouts, a concealer with salicylic acid is a great option
I love this powder to help soak up oil. It's keeps skin looking perfectly matte the entire day and the price point isn't bad either
LANEIGE Neo Blurring Powder | Oil-Control Compact
This is an ideal foundation for OSPW. Contains SPF for more protection against sun damage, can help cover current pigment concerns, is oil-free and give skin a matte look
IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream Natural Matte SPF 40
I love Glo products. I love having this on hand if I wake up with an unsightly pimple. Not only treats the blemish but also conceals it without drying the skin out
Glo Skin Beauty Spot Treat Concealer Light
Misc
Masks, Eye products, acne spot treatments, additional products to curate your routine
A solid spot treatment to provide additional support to blemishes. Contains sulfur to effectively treat breakouts but also not causing irritation to sensitive skin
Face Reality | Sulfur Spot Treatment for Acne
Dark under eye circles are common in this skin type. This eye cream contains vitamin K which helps to address the blood congestion that causes them. Will also help to reduce puffy lids if thats a concern
ISDIN Isdinceutics K-Ox Eyes Vitamin K Eye Cream
This is a great optional mask to throw into your routine once per week to get a deeper exfoliation BUT super gentle at the same time. I love enzyme-based skincare for sensitive skin
DERMA E Gentle Enzyme Peel Brightening Mask
Encapsulated retinol for the delicate skin around the eyes, delivering an effective treatment while also keeping sensitive skin in mind
First Aid Beauty Retinol Eye Cream with Squalane
Helps to battle dark circles, puffy eyelids and helps to firm the delicate skin around the eye area. Suitable for sensitive skin types
Anua Retinol 0.1 Caffeine Eye Cream
An at-home recovery treatment for stressed skin. Creamy, calming mask is like a chill pill for your complexion, formulated to bring stressed, red, oily skin back into balance. In minutes, it helps neutralize redness, purify pores and infuse tired ski...
Pacifica Stress Rehab Redness & Pore Mask