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What I used to clear my cystic acne (PCOS-friendly + esthetician approved)
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items “I know how frustrating cystic acne can be painful breakouts, stubborn dark marks, and products that only make it worse. With PCOS, I’ve been through that journey myself.
As a licensed esthetician and acne specialist, I’ve learned that the foundatio...
“I love adding Korean skincare to my routine! This is one of my favorites because it doesn’t leave my skin feeling tight or squeaky clean. Instead, it keeps my skin healthy, balanced, and hydrated!
Red Bean Line - Beauty of Joseon
“My holy grail serum. ( I will never run out of this product) This one little serum helps keep my acne clear and prevents/treats post inflammatory redness) I apply this one at bedtime 4-5 times a week.
CLEARITY® | Mandelic Acid Serum | Blackhead Serum
“I’ve fallen in love with this product line! I especially love applying this moisturizer after a chemical peel or at-home exfoliating treatment!! it keeps my barrier in check and speeds up recovery.
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream, 1.69 fl oz, 2-pack
“I’m mixing in another Korean product I’ve fallen in love with! These exfoliating pads are perfect to use 2–3 times a week.
Since I have a long history of cystic acne, I know gentle exfoliation is the key. My acne prone skin sheds dead cells faster ...
Phyto-enzyme Peeling Pad
Another one of my must-haves during an acne breakout! This cream helps post inflammatory redness and pigmentation fade quicker. I even use it as a spot treatment as soon as I see a lesion pop up!
TOSOWOONG Arbutin 7% + Tranexamic Acid 4% Cream
When my skin needs a little pick-me-up before an event, this is my go-to. It leaves my skin instantly soft and glowing. The exfoliation is gentle and effective, so I never have to worry about damaging my barrier. It’s like a mini facial in a bottle
PREGAME® | Clearstem Pre-Game Exfoliant — My Mini Facial in a Bottle
As a busy working mom, I’m in love with quick + easy exfoliating pads. These are a game CHANGER because they combine gentle exfoliation and a serum step in one. I can swipe, glow, and hit the bed knowing my skin is treated.
The serum in these pads i...
Active Peel System
“I ALWAYS keep this bad boy on hand! With my history of acne, I can never go wrong having barrier repair products in my skincare routine. Once I strip my barrier, here come the breakouts.
Since I use active ingredients in my routine, I balance them ...
Barrier Balance Creamy Cleanser
My skin is acne-prone but can still get dehydrated! When I want my makeup to look glowy and dewy, I add a little hyaluronic acid before my moisturizer. This serum gives me hydration without clogging pores!
Quadruple Hyaluronic Acid Serum 5%
I don’t sleep on sulfur!! especially when an unexpected ‘friend’ pops up right before a date! I slap some sulfur on that bad boy to kill the demon fighting bacteria and calm the inflammation. It’s one of the fastest ways to shrink breakouts without w...
Sulfur Spot Treatment for Acne