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Best Nighttime Skincare Products For Acne Prone 30+ Skin

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These are all of the products in my nighttime skincare routine! This routine is designed for 30+ skin that is oily, acne prone, and combination with fine lines. I don't use all of these products on the same day to ensure that the skin's barrier is pr...
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Moisturizer

These are my favorite moisturizers that stop oil production for combo, oily, acne prone skin. Gel/jelly is the way to go, but one of my recommendations will surprise you! I use these in the daytime too, so i can confirm they are excellent for makeup....

 
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This clear gel moisturizer is a standout for combination skin, providing lasting hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. It’s a budget-friendly dupe for Clinique’s Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly, delivering the same lightweight, soothing f...
Holy Hydration! Gel-Yeah Moisturizer - e.l.f. Cosmetics
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This lightweight, clear gel moisturizer is a top choice for combination skin, helping to hydrate without adding excess oil. Its runny texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin feeling balanced, smooth, and refreshed. The formula provides lasting moisture...
Dramatically Different™ Hydrating Jelly Moisturizer - Clinique
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This cream moisturizer is a standout for combination skin, offering hydration while helping control oil production—something most non-gel formulas struggle with. Infused with Vitamin C, it brightens dull skin, targets dark acne spots, and supports co...
Vitamin-C Lotion - Vitamin-C Facial Moisturizer - Pixi Beauty
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Toner

These toners will brighten dull skin and acne dark spots. They also provide chemical exfoliation which smooths and fights breakouts. Chemical exfoliation is much more effective than physicial. I use them twice per week because over-exfoliation is a t...

 
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This toner delivers gentle chemical exfoliation to help fight acne, unclog pores, and smooth the skin’s texture. With regular use, it brightens the complexion, leaving a healthy, radiant glow. I like to apply it with a thin cotton pad about twice a w...
Pixi Glow Tonic 250ml Exfoliating and Brightening Toner
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This toner is infused with Vitamin C to help brighten dull skin and fade dark spots from acne, making it a gentle option for those who can’t tolerate stronger Vitamin C treatments. In addition to evening out skin tone, Vitamin C is known to support c...
Vitamin-C Tonic - Vitamin-C Facial Toner - Pixi Beauty
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I use super-thin cotton squares to apply exfoliating toners, which helps reach deep into the pores for a more thorough cleanse. For everything else, I apply products directly with clean hands. A pack of these cotton squares is surprisingly long-lasti...
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Serum

These serums are power houses! They help with acne, fine lines, and dullness. Vitamin C works to increase collagen production. I rotate them weekly to avoid making my skin's barrier sensitive.

 
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This serum is packed with retinoids to gently exfoliate the skin, helping to improve texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines. I use it once a week at night to avoid compromising my skin’s barrier while still benefiting from its powerful effec...
A+ Retinoid Serum I Two Forms of Retinoids + ... - Sunday Riley
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This lactic acid serum helps plump fine lines while targeting acne and dark spots for a smoother, more even complexion. I use it once a week at night to avoid over-exfoliating and stressing my skin’s barrier. With regular use, it leaves skin looking ...
Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment
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This Vitamin C serum is a staple in my daily daytime routine, offering multiple benefits for brighter, healthier-looking skin. It helps boost collagen production, reduces dullness and dark spots from acne, and imparts a natural glow. The gentle formu...
GOODAL Green Tangerine Vitamin C Serum
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This acne serum does double duty by targeting breakouts while gently resurfacing the skin for a smoother texture over time. It’s especially effective on bumpy, uneven areas common with acne-prone skin, helping to refine and even out the complexion. T...
Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum
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Cleanser

I'm all about double-cleasning! An oil-based balm followed by a face wash is pefect. A bonus, the balm removes makeup plus counts as step 1 in your double cleanse routine! It also breaks down your sunscreen.

 
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This daily cleanser gently foams to remove dirt, oil, and impurities without over-drying the skin. Its acne-fighting formula helps prevent breakouts while keeping skin comfortable and balanced. It’s a simple, effective step for anyone looking for a r...
Blemish Breakthrough Acne Clarifying Cleanser
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This oil-based cleansing balm melts away makeup effortlessly, working as the first step in a double-cleansing routine. When mixed with water, it emulsifies for easy rinsing, removing even waterproof formulas without irritation. It’s gentle on the eye...
Holy Hydration! Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm
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Oil

These are lightweight oils that bring deep hydration to combo skin, and fight acne. They will not clog pores or create more oil production. You want an oil with a small enough partical to penetrate deeply into the skin barrier and these are it.

 
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This lightweight treatment oil is designed to tackle acne effectively while feeling weightless on the skin. I apply it all over for overall clarity, but it also works well as a targeted spot treatment—just a dab on a sore blemish can make a noticeabl...
Sunday Riley U.F.O. Acne Treatment Face Oil
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I use 100% cold-pressed organic jojoba oil to deeply hydrate my skin without feeling heavy or greasy. It absorbs quickly, giving a natural, healthy glow while helping maintain balance so it doesn’t trigger excess oil production. I also use it for der...
Cliganic Organic Jojoba Oil 100% Pure 4oz
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Eyes & Lip

I end my night time skincare routine with my lips and lashes. I exfoliate with a sugar scrub when needed, then hit my favorite lip oil. I also do maintenance with my eyelash serum 3 nights a week - you'll need the serum nightly if you are just starti...

 
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This lip oil is a game-changer for soft, nourished lips—so effective that it can replace all your other balms and masks. I apply it before bed, and by morning my lips feel incredibly smooth and hydrated, almost baby-soft. The formula is so nourishing...
Lip Oil – wet n wild Beauty
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For the rare times you need a lip exfoliant—especially now that I mostly use the Wet n Wild lip oil—this is a perfect choice. It’s gentle yet effective, with a soft formula that slightly melts as you massage it over the lips, making exfoliation smoot...
e.l.f. Sugar Lip Exfoliator | e.l.f. Cosmetics
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I’ve been using this lash serum for years, and the results are undeniable—my lashes are noticeably longer, and the difference is obvious compared to old photos. Every mascara looks amazing on me now, making it worth every penny. It’s gentle and doesn...
Essential Lash Serum - Babe Original
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Everything Else!

There are other products and devices that support a good skincare routine, right down to the hands. I facial steam twice per week for 10 minutes, and I do red light therapy nightly. Beyond that, cuticle oil and hand cream is a must.

 
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This is the facial steamer that I use twice per week. Steaming opens your pores to make your skin more receptive to asborbing products. This makes products work so much better! I love using it along with acne-fighting products. I use it for 10 minute...
Facial Steamers - Vanity Planet
 
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Every night I apply cuticle oil generously around my nails and even underneath them to keep them nourished and healthy. For the most part, any oil works well, so the brand isn’t too important. I prefer pens because they’re easy to use and precise, an...
Cuticle Oil Pens
 
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This is my favorite hand cream because it’s lightweight, non-greasy, and absorbs quickly. It contains no dyes or fragrances, making it gentle for everyday use. Unlike heavier creams, you don’t have to save it just for bedtime—you can apply it anytime...
Udderly Smooth®
 
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I have the series 1 mask, but now they have a new and improved version with better coverage for your neck. I use this nightly on clean skin before my skincare routine and even on the days that I steam. Use it before steaming. Red light is great for t...
LED Light Therapy Face Mask: Series 2
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