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PCOS Skincare Routine for Black Women
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items Beauty and skincare products that have worked for me in managing and reducing PCOS symptoms, including hormonal acne, oily skin, brightening tone, and scar reduction from cystic acne
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, only sharing products that work for my skin after many years of trial and error
Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, only sharing products that work for my skin after many years of trial and error
PCOS causes my face to be oily at times. The Effaclar cleanser and moisturizer remove stubborn oil and have significantly reduced my acne breakouts and brightened my skin.
LaRoche-Posay Effaclar Skincare for Acne and Oily Skin
This is by far my favorite face exfoliant! It removes dead skin and leaves my face feeling soft and smooth afterward. I use it 1-2 times per week.
Beekman 1802 Milk Scrub Oat + Goat Milk Exfoliating Facial Cleanser
I use the deep relief acne treatment when I feel a pimple starting to form and this treatment often clears the blemish up before it develops.
Murad Deep Relief Acne Treatment for Severe Acne
This moisturizer and sunscreen have really brightened my complexion. It doesn’t leave a blue tint on my skin, which is a problem I’ve had with other brands. It also doesn’t feel sticky afterward!
CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion - SPF 30
This has a stronger scent, but works well for me to clear tough acne spots.
Allantoin & Niacinamide Deep Blemish Solution
This works great for clearing dark spots and cystic acne scars
Clarifying Spot Treatment | Turmeric Stick
This is my favorite oil-removing body wash. I find it excellent for removing oil and sweat after a workout. It doesn’t leave my skin feeling dried out afterward.
Alaffia African Black Soap: For Hair and Body
Dark spots are an unfortunate part of dealing with cystic acne, but the Dermalogica line has been excellent for fading the spots faster. Hyperpigmentation shows up more easily on dark skin, so I need these types of solutions.
Clear Start Post-Breakout Fix Dark Spot Treatment - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
This is another excellent solution I've found for deep, cystic acne blemishes that doesn't smell strongly or over-dry my skin.
Deep Acne Invisible Liquid Patch - Dermalogica | Ulta Beauty
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This is the best oil-removing body cleanser I’ve found. It also works for getting oil out of my face.
Alaffia Body Wash
This provides sun protection without drying out my face or giving my skin a blue tint
Positively Radiant® Face Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 15
This stick ensures that my skin stays hydrated even when I’ve washed with oil-removing body washes. It’s easy and fast to apply.
Ceramide Body Oil Stick | Cocokind
This works well for smoothing out my skin texture and brightening it. Not a daily product, but good to use a time or two per week.
The Ordinary - Hyaluronic Acid + B5 Hydrating Serum with Ceramides