KimSturing
2 years ago

Acne

My skin has more acne the last weeks. Do you know something I can do about it?

AM - Everyday
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Vitamin C 30% The Inkey List - Vitamin C 30%
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Anthelios Suncare Ultra-Light Pocket SPF 50 La Roche Posay - Anthelios Suncare Ultra-Light Pocket SPF 50
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Doctor Babor Cleanformance Moisture Glow Cream BABOR - Doctor Babor Cleanformance Moisture Glow Cream
PM - Everyday
1
Cleansing Enzyme Cleanser BABOR - Cleansing Enzyme Cleanser
2
Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum CeraVe - Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum
3
Daily Skin Detox All Day Mattifying Moisturiser Simple - Daily Skin Detox All Day Mattifying Moisturiser
PM - Twice a week
1
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant PAULA'S CHOICE - Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant
2
Niacinamide THE INKEY LIST - Niacinamide
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It's possible that your skin is getting irritated and, as a result, more inflammation-prone (this, of course, is probably not the only cause - hormonal changes, stress, changes in diet, dry air can definitely contribute as well).

I'd pause the BABOR Cleanformance Moisture Glow Cream and The Inkey List Vitaminc C serum (30% can certainly trigger irritation).

Instead, you can try slowly introducing a retinoid - every other night first. A few product options:

https://whatsinmyjar.com/product/roc-retinol-correxion-line-smoothing-night-serum-capsules-x-30

https://whatsinmyjar.com/product/indeed-labs-retinol-reface-retinol-skin-resurfacer

- https://whatsinmyjar.com/product/zelens-power-a-retexturising-renewing

- https://whatsinmyjar.com/product/paulas-choice-clinical-0-3-retinol-2-bakuchiol-treatment (I'd say these last two options are best especially for sensitive skin, but they are pricey)

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