I think Elizabeth suggestion is great, it’s far less stripping than traditional heavy BHA toners. also pause any heavy or occlusive creams/oils you recently added. Stick to a gentle cleanser, a lightweight hydrator, cosrx product 2–3 nights a week, and sunscreen during the day
Try using a Salicylic Acid cleanser and minimize your skincare Routine to maybe just moisturizer and sunscreen so your skin can take a break from heavy layering or occlusives. ( For clogged pores i also recommend a gentle cleansing oil and bha)
I’ve dealt with clogged, acne-prone skin too, and a few things have helped me. I personally use The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%, which helps with clogged pores, inflammation and the post-acne marks I tend to get.
For individual clogged or active spots, I’ve also had good results with De La Cruz Maximum Strength Acne Treatment with 10% Sulfur. I wouldn’t introduce too many strong actives at once, though, especially if your skin is sensitive.
Retinoids can also be really helpful for clogged pores and preventing new comedones over time, but I’d introduce them slowly and ideally get guidance from a dermatologist, especially if you’re already using other acne treatments.
And I’d keep the rest of the routine very simple: gentle cleansing, lightweight hydration and sunscreen. Sometimes adding more and more products to clogged skin just makes it harder to figure out what’s causing the problem in the first place. 🩵
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Could you describe the problem you're having with your skin in greater detail?
It’s clogged but idk what to do I also have closed comodones
A cleanser containing Salicylic Acid could help. I would also recommend Cosrx's Blackhead Power Liquid too, it works great for me to keep pores clear.
I think Elizabeth suggestion is great, it’s far less stripping than traditional heavy BHA toners. also pause any heavy or occlusive creams/oils you recently added. Stick to a gentle cleanser, a lightweight hydrator, cosrx product 2–3 nights a week, and sunscreen during the day
@Mariacasino Thank you for the reminder about sunscreen! Very very important step.
Ty but I’m dry though is it very um stripping
No, it is very gentle, low irritation and non stripping
Try using a Salicylic Acid cleanser and minimize your skincare Routine to maybe just moisturizer and sunscreen so your skin can take a break from heavy layering or occlusives. ( For clogged pores i also recommend a gentle cleansing oil and bha)
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I’ve dealt with clogged, acne-prone skin too, and a few things have helped me. I personally use The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%, which helps with clogged pores, inflammation and the post-acne marks I tend to get. For individual clogged or active spots, I’ve also had good results with De La Cruz Maximum Strength Acne Treatment with 10% Sulfur. I wouldn’t introduce too many strong actives at once, though, especially if your skin is sensitive. Retinoids can also be really helpful for clogged pores and preventing new comedones over time, but I’d introduce them slowly and ideally get guidance from a dermatologist, especially if you’re already using other acne treatments. And I’d keep the rest of the routine very simple: gentle cleansing, lightweight hydration and sunscreen. Sometimes adding more and more products to clogged skin just makes it harder to figure out what’s causing the problem in the first place. 🩵