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Hormonal acne to clear skin favourites

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Dani

I lived with severe hormonal acne for years before starting skin cycling and changing up my products. I cleared my skin without birth control, accurate and I never stopped eating dairy. I have so many tips and products that helped me along the way bu...

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Cleansers

face cloths

hydrochloric acid spray

essence

toners

serums

Cleansers

I like to do a double cleanse every night before bed. One oil based and one water based. Here are my two favourites.

My all time favourite oil cleanser that helped my hormonal acne go away for good.

13 Reasons to Add Jojoba Oil to Your Skin Care Routine

The best gentle water based cleanser around

Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser & Make-Up Remover

face cloths

Using a face cloth throughout my whole cleansing routine was a game changer. Can use it to take off your makeup, rub the oil into your skin, wash the oil off and wash the cleanser off after you thoroughly cleaned your face. Microfibre cloths are a ga...

THESE FACE CLOTHS WERE A GAME CHANGER

Sinland Microfiber Facial Cloths Fast Drying Washcloth

hydrochloric acid spray

Hypochlorous acid is a substance that has multiple purposes. It can help to disinfect surfaces, provide treatment for wounds, and help to reduce acne and other skin conditions.
It has been an everyday twice a day addition to my skin care routine to fight acne and keep my skin feeling clean and healed

I USE THIS TWICE DAILY TO COMBAT ACNE. IT IS ANTI INFLAMMATORY, ANTI BACTERIAL, REDUCES REDNESS AND SOOTHES IRRITATION.

e11ement hypochlorous acid face and skin spray

I USE THIS TWICE DAILY TO COMBAT ACNE. HAVE REPURCHASED 5 TIMES IT IS ANTI INFLAMMATORY, ANTI BACTERIAL, REDUCES REDNESS AND SOOTHES IRRITATION.

SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid

essence

One of the primary roles of essence for skin care is to allow the skin better absorption of additional products, I use it after my hydrochloric acid spray and before everything else in my morning skin care routine for better absorption

brightening, exfoliating and hydrating all at once.

Vinoperfect Brightening Glycolic Essence | CAUDALIE®

This highly concentrated essence is apart of my morning and night time routine. repurchased 9 times. supporting repair and helping to maintain skin moisture.

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

toners

enhancing hydration, soothing skin, and providing a glassy, glowing effect for a revitalized complexion.

FAVOURITE IN MY EVENING REST ROUTINES, I LOVE HOW IT MAKES MY SKIN FEEL

[I'm From] Rice Toner, 77.78% Rice Extract

serums

Face serums are renowned for their efficacy in addressing various skin concerns, including wrinkles, acne, dryness, and dullness, as they offer targeted solutions to brighten, hydrate, and provide multifaceted benefits based on the specific type of s...

obsessed with this. have already repurchased 3 times. makes my skin feel plump, soothes irritation and redness, and absorbs nicely into my skin.

Centella Ampoule | 100% Korea-made Products

my all time fav morning serum. A bit expensive but I swear by it for Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. I have repurchased 4 times already.. make sure to pair with sunscreen and work up to every day use.

Radiance Dark Spot Serum Vitamin C Alternative - Caudalie

I used this regularly during my hormonal acne flair ups, and all through getting ready of my post inflammatory hyperpigmentations. It is on my repurchase list.

work up to using it daily/ dont use with exfoliant or rational days.

Fading Dark Spots - Faded Serum

this serum is incredible for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The consistency is a dream and it absorbs into your skin so well.

Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum

Revitalize dull skin, combat inflammation, regulating sebum production, and addressing hyperpigmentation while maintaining optimal moisture levels.

Great for sensitive skin.

Glow Serum : Propolis + Niacinamide

my favourite vitamin C. Always pair with sunscreen

SKIN&LAB - Vitamin C Brightening Serum - 30ml

moisturizer

Consistent moisturizing helps prevent skin issues caused by extreme dryness or oiliness, such as acne, while also concealing other skin blemishes for a smoother appearance. Regular application of a daily moisturizer is essential for maintaining healt...

I have been using this for years now. my go to day/night moisturizer.. it is lightweight, used year round, and is super comfortable

Daily Moisturizing Lotion

A versatile balm designed to provide 48-hour moisturization, soothe, and relieve dry skin on both the face and body. Safe for babies, children, and adults, it serves as a multi-purpose solution for various age groups.

CICAPLAST BAUME B5 SOOTHING RELIEVING BALM

Chemical exfoliant

Chemical exfoliants are acid-based products that effectively eliminate dead skin cells, available in different concentrations.

This vegan formula serum combines a 6% blend of BHA and PHA, specifically formulated to visibly smooth the skin upon initial application and visibly reduce pore size within 28 days.

Targeted Pores Serum with BHA + PHA

A high-strength lactic acid peeling formula for smoother, healthier-looking skin.

Lactic Acid 10% + HA

In just 10 minutes, this exfoliating facial treatment utilizes a potent combination of 30 percent AHA (alpha hydroxy acid) and two percent BHA (beta hydroxy acid) to effectively reduce the appearance of blemishes while smoothing the skin texture, res...

AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

face masks

A facial mask is a creamy or thick paste applied to the face to cleanse and enhance its texture. These masks often include minerals, vitamins, and extracts like cactus and cucumber. On the other hand, a sheet mask is made of paper, cellulose, or fabr...

my go to biweekly face mask for a good cleanup that isn't too drying or tightening.

This creamy clay mask is designed for deep-cleansing and contains absorbent Jeju Super Volcanic Clusters™ and AHA, effectively clearing pores and providing exfoliation benefits.

innisfree Volcanic AHA Pore Clearing Clay Mask

OBSESSED with the tonymoly sheet masks. There is so many to choose from.

[$10 COMBO PACK] you pick 3 : I'M MASK SHEETS

Get next level glow with a wash-off mask made with 38.7% Jirisan herbal honey. The honey deeply hydrates and soothes skin, while also improving elasticity.

I'm From Honey Mask | Korean Skincare | Canada & USA

fading dark spots

Snail Rescue Intensive Wash-Off Jelly Mask

Retinoid

Vitamin A–based ingredients that accelerate skin cell turnover to target acne, fine lines, texture, and hyperpigmentation. Includes both prescription (tretinoin) and over-the-counter (retinol) options for smoother, clearer, and more even skin.

I personally love tretinion as someone who has Acne find it the best. Be careful to always do your research on when to use and not use a retinol in your skin care routine.

My favourite Retinoid, over the counter

Biacna - Uses, Side Effects, Interactions

love this one too

Stieva-A Drug / Medicine Information

sunscreen

you need sunscreen EVERYDAY!!!

this is hands down my favourite sunscreen

Anthelios Ultra Fluid Face Lotion - La Roche-Posay