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My Acne-Prone, Combo Skin Skincare Routine (Tret-Friendly)
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items Finding the right skincare has always been a challenge for me, especially as an acne-prone, combo-skin girly using tretinoin. These are the products that have truly worked for my skin — helping keep breakouts calm, irritation low, and my skin soft an...
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Cleansers 🫧
Toner/Mist 🫧
Treat (Serums & Actives) 🫧
Moisturizer (Barrier Repair) 🫧
Protect (SPF) 🫧
Cleansers 🫧
Gentle cleansing is key when using tretinoin. These cleansers help remove makeup, sunscreen, and buildup without stripping my skin or causing irritation.
First cleanse to melt away makeup, sunscreen, and buildups without stripping my skin!
Anua Cleansing Oil!
My go-to second cleanse for acne-prone combo skin! Cleans deeply while staying gentle!
La Roche-Posay Foaming cleanser
A gentle, budget-friendly option that keeps my skin balanced and barrier-supported.
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Toner/Mist 🫧
Hydration and calming are a must when using tretinoin. These toners and mists help prep my skin, soothe irritation, and add lightweight hydration without clogging pores.
A gentle toner that helps balance my skin and calm redness without over-drying — great for acne-prone combo skin.
Thayers Toners
Lightweight hydration that instantly refreshes and soothes my skin, especially on tret days or when I need extra calming.
Balancing Face Mist
A more hydrating, barrier-supporting option that helps relieve dryness and keep my skin comfortable while using tretinoin.
Hydrating Milky Toner
Treat (Serums & Actives) 🫧
Targeted treatments I trust for acne-prone skin. These help manage breakouts, texture, and inflammation while still being gentle enough to use alongside tretinoin.
A hydrating, glow-boosting serum that helps smooth texture and support my skin barrier without irritating my acne-prone skin.
Phyto-Mucin Glow Serum
Helps balance oil, minimize the look of pores, and calm redness — lightweight and perfect for acne-prone combo skin.
Auna Niacinamide Serum
My main acne-fighting treatment. Helps improve breakouts, texture, and skin tone over time — used carefully and paired with barrier-supporting products.
TRETINOIN 0.05 % CREAM
Moisturizer (Barrier Repair) 🫧
Moisturizing A MUST! 🫧
Moisturizing is non-negotiable on tretinoin. These moisturizers help repair my skin barrier, lock in hydration, and keep my combo skin balanced without feeling heavy or greasy.
A staple moisturizer that deeply hydrates and helps repair my skin barrier — especially helpful for dryness from tretinoin.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
My go-to when my skin feels irritated or compromised. Soothing, repairing, and perfect for tret nights or spot treating dry areas.
Cicaplast Balm B5+ Soothing Therapeutic Multi-Purpose Cream
A lighter, everyday moisturizer that keeps my combo skin hydrated without feeling heavy or greasy
BYOMA - Hydrating Milky Moisturizer
Protect (SPF) 🫧
ALWAYS wear your sunscreen 🫧
Daily sun protection is essential, especially when using tretinoin. These sunscreens are lightweight, non-pore-clogging, and comfortable enough to wear every day.
My go-to daily sunscreen. Lightweight, hydrating, and non-pore-clogging — essential when using tretinoin.
Byoma SPF 50
A glowy sunscreen that gives my skin a healthy finish while still protecting it — great for no-makeup or makeup days.
Suntouchable Whoa Glow Makeup Primer with SPF 30
A reliable, broad-spectrum sunscreen that offers strong protection and works well for everyday wear on acne-prone skin.
Neutrogena SPF 50