Acne-prone skin often gets worse when routines become too harsh. The goal is balance, not maximum strength.
Focus areas
- Gentle cleansing
- One targeted acne treatment
- Consistent hydration
- Daily sunscreen
A simple starting routine
Morning
- Gentle cleanser
- Lightweight moisturizer
- Sunscreen
Evening
- Gentle cleanser
- Salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide (not both at once initially)
- Moisturizer
What to avoid
- Multiple new actives at the same time
- Strong exfoliation every day
- Skipping moisturizer because of oily skin
Barrier health is critical for acne recovery.
