If you experience irksome greasiness, frequent blackheads or breakouts – you most likely have acne-prone skin. And the best way to break free from the cycle and improve your skin’s quality is by sticking to a simple yet effective routine day in and day out.
So, what are you waiting for? Scroll ahead for the best products and other tricks to improve acne-prone skin. Before we delve deeper into this listicle, a quick refresher on acne-prone skin wouldn’t hurt.
What Is Acne-Prone Skin?
Acne-prone skin is susceptible to episodes of acne vulgaris. Ahead, we list the three different ways acne-prone skin manifests in different individuals
1. Oily skin: The skin contains sebaceous glands that produce sebum. These oils help naturally moisturize the skin, decelerate signs of ageing and offset inflammation. When the skin produces more than the adequate amount of sebum, it is called oily. This skin type easily attracts dirt, grime and other impurities, resulting in pore-clogging buildup on the skin.
2. Clogged pores, whiteheads or blackheads: Excess sebum, dead cells, and debris may clog pores, resulting in their enlarged appearance. When these clogged pores are further exacerbated, you might see pesky whiteheads or blackheads on the skin. The only difference – blackheads have bigger openings on the skin’s surface, allowing air to travel inside and oxidize melanin. It results in the black hue that ‘blackheads’ are notoriously known for.
3. Acne bumps and breakouts: Harmful bacteria can target clogged pores, leading to bumps and inflammation. To avoid this problem, one must address plugged pores from the very beginning.
What Are Some Triggers For Acne-Prone Skin?
You can grapple with acne-prone skin due to a myriad of reasons. Peruse our list and try to identify your triggers. This intermediate step will help you employ the best possible ingredients in your daily routine.
1. Imbalanced hormones
2. Poor stress management
3. Genetic predisposition
4. Smoking and other lifestyle decisions
5. Natural processes like ageing
What Are The Best Ingredients For Acne-Prone Skin?
We know that active ingredients percolate deep into the skin to address specific skin concerns. To treat acne and related concerns, we recommend the following pick of efficacious ingredients
1. Oil soluble Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid is a skincare workhorse that addresses different stages of acne (non-inflammatory and inflammatory). The active ingredient dislodges excess sebum, grime, and buildup from the pores, ensuring a balanced microbiome. Use a Salicylic Acid serum or opt for a face wash infused with the active ingredient.
2. Anti-inflammatory Niacinamide
Another stellar addition to your anti-acne kit is Niacinamide. The multitasker blots sebum, prevents clogged pores, and soothes inflammation.
3. Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid
Contrary to common misconception, acne-prone needs sustained hydration. You see, the lack of hydration cues the sebaceous glands into overdrive mode, resulting in more greasiness. This is why we recommend adding powerful humectants like Hyaluronic Acid to your skincare mix.
4. Exfoliating AHAs BHAs
Unwarranted buildup on the skin clogs pores, leading to whiteheads, blackheads, and acne. To avoid future breakouts, add gentle exfoliants like Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid to your weekly skincare rotation.
5. Renewing Retinol
The topical application of Vitamin A derivative, Retinol, sheds dead skin and ensures healthy cellular renewal. Besides acne, Retinol addresses spots, marks and other scars – making it a great fit for acne-prone skin.
Best Skincare Routine For Acne-Prone Skin
Let’s use the above ingredients to tailor a skincare routine for acne-prone skin. Remember, the key to great skin is patience and persistence. So, follow through on your morning and nighttime skincare using these Foxtale bestsellers.
1. Cleanse right: For acne-prone skin, you need a gentle cleanser that effectively removes dirt, grime, and excess sebum from the pores. Try Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash right now. Salicylic Acid, at the heart of this formulation, regulates sebum production, alleviates acne, and soothes inflammation. This face wash for pimples ensures a thorough cleanse without disrupting your skin’s pH. Moreover, Hyaluronic acid and Niacinamide are used in the face wash to administer sustained hydration to the skin.
Directions: Use a coin-sized amount of the formula and gently cleanse your face for 30 seconds. Once through, use water for a double cleanse.
2. Target and treat: Once your skin is dry, use a serum to address underlying concerns. If you want to blot excess sebum, try Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum. For dissolving buildup, turn to our efficacious AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum and so forth.
Directions: Once your skin is dry, take a few pumps of the serum and dab it on your face. Observe caution around sensitive areas like the eyes and the mouth.
3. Moisturize and replenish: Seal the treatment with a potent moisturizer. For those unaware – a moisturizing formula contains emollients and occlusives that form a protective barrier on the dermis. For acne-prone skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer. The Niacinamide-infused formula soaks in excess sebum, soothes redness, calms irritation and prevents acne breakouts. Moreover, Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extracts improve your skin’s water-holding capacity.
Directions: Take a dollop of Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer and massage it on your skin.
4. Sun protect: Once the moisturizer infuses into your skin, use a potent SPF to keep sun damage at bay. For acne-prone skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Mattifying Sunscreen. The lightweight formula ensures protection against harmful UV rays, preventing burns, tanning, photoaging and pigmentation. The best part? The bestseller contains Niacinamide that prevents clogged pores and cuts shine.
Directions: Take two fingers’ worth of the sunscreen and apply it on your face. If you’re outdoors for long periods, we recommend reapplying every two hours.
FAQs
1. What is acne-prone skin?
Acne-prone skin is susceptible to frequent breakouts and zits. In other individuals, acne-prone skin is characterized by excessive greasiness or non-inflammatory acne (re: whiteheads and blackheads).
2. What is the best cleanser for acne-prone skin?
Try Foxtale’s Acne Control Face Wash. It contains Salicylic Acid that regulates sebum production, controls acne, and soothes inflammation. The formula is gentle and non-comedogenic – making it a great fit for folks with acne-prone skin.
3. What causes acne on my skin?
Acne occurs when excess sebum, dirt, and grime clog the pores on your skin – allowing harmful bacteria to start thieving in them.
