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1. Hydrocolloid, tea tree, and calendula oil Avarelle pimple patches you should slap on a zit to a) prevent picking, and b) speed up the ~draining~ process of said zit. Plus, these are transparent enough to wear while running errands without anyone in the world giving you a second glance.
2. A vegan Acure brightening scrub made with argan extract and chlorella gentle enough to exfoliate acne-prone skin without causing further inflammation or redness. It's also an absolute 🌟 superstar 🌟 at fading scars!
3. A micro needle roller with a MUCH more affordable price point (we’re talking an $80 difference) than other rollers on the market. This is heaven sent for scarring and indentations caused by cystic acne, and can improve the effectiveness of all the products in your skincare routine.
4. A Mario Badescu powder that's about to become your new holy grail if you're pimple-prone and want some coverage. This absorbs excess oil and reduces redness, all while the sulfur-based formula works to actively heal breakouts in the process.
5. A detoxifying Yes To facial cleanser that — thanks to an effective trio of charcoal, tomato extract, and salicylic acid — kicks the derrieres of acne, blackheads, and excess shine. Guess you can say no one would throw tomatoes at this performance, eh?
6. A non-comedogenic, fragrance-free Cerave moisturizing cream here to fight body breakouts with a vengeance. "You can run, BUT YOU CAN'T HIDE!" —you to your chest, back, and butt acne.
7. A silicone massage brush that works to *boost* the effectiveness of your daily cleanser by adding some gentle exfoliation with BPA-free bristles, which ensure your pores have been stripped of all "this will cause acne" remaining makeup.
8. Bioré cleansing cloths to stash by your nightstand because it's been a long day, your eyes are shutting, and you'd rather chew off your pinky than get up to wash your face. But please, I beg of you, at least use a wipe. YOU SHOULD NOT BE SLEEPING WITH A FULL FACE OF FOUNDATION ON.
9. A deep pore-cleaning Aztec Secret clay mask with a powerful calcium bentonite clay to karate chop the crap out of cystic acne. Be sure to dilute this mask with either apple cider vinegar or water for the best results! AND! You can apply it with this golden facial mask brush.
10. A L'Oréal Paris oil-free moisturizer because YES, oily skin STILL NEEDS MOISTURE — and thanks to this aloe vera and hyaluronic acid formula, prepare for lightweight, non-greasy hydration that won't result in more excess sebum (or acne).
11. A Teddie Organics rose water here to hydrate your skin, balance oily and dry patches, and brighten your complexion — all without triggering any unwanted Rosacea or breakouts. CHA CHING. Consider this mist to be the final step in your nighttime skincare routine.
12. A thick Weleda lotion made from vitamin E, sunflower seed oil, and calendula flowers to hydrate even the most parched skin. Slap some of this on before bed (WARNING: it'll feel a bit greasy upon application) and wake up to a nourished, hydrated, glowing complexion that won't feel dried out from acne medication.
13. A Michael Todd daily cleanser with honey and oat extracts, which act to naturally reduce inflammation. If you're sensitive to harsher ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, you'll definitely want to give this pH-balancing cleanser a chance!
14. Bioré pore strips that act like magnets for trapped gunk and deep-rooted oil. These amazingly satisfying strips (the review pics are *ahem* delicious) have the ability to reduce the appearance of blackheads and remove a significant amount of them after ~just~ one use.
15. Glycolic and hyaluronic acid Nip + Fab cleansing pads to fade acne scars and help prevent future acne from blossoming, all while witch hazel keeps your skin calm throughout the process. TLDR; these exfoliate to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion.
16. A La Roche-Posay gel cleanser with a favorite five-letter word: C-L-E-A-R. This salicylic acid wash targets (and destroys) blackheads and whiteheads while ridding surface oil by up to 47%, so yeah! Clear complexions ahead.
17. A Radha rosehip oil currently negotiating a movie deal with Marvel — this little bottle of magic is a superhero worthy of its own franchise. This 100% pure rosehip oil moisturizes your skin without making it greasy, evens out scarring, and (of course) helps keeps the evil pimple monsters away.
18. A sea algae Alba Botanica enzyme scrub free of parabens, phthalates, and harsh sulfates. This cruelty-free concoction slathers away dullness with the help of (a gentle) walnut shell powder. If you've got acne AND super sensitive skin, this is the perfect scrub for you.
19. Oil blotters you'll want to stash in your purse immediately now that the humidity has returned, because these charcoal sheets will remove excess oil without messing up your makeup in the process. T-zone, you've given me no choice.
20. A gentle La Roche-Posay cream cleanser that easily picks up pore-clogging makeup and impurities...all while maintaining your natural pH balance/not stripping your complexion of moisture. People with dry-to-normal skin, break out the party hats because it's time to REJOICE.
21. A cucumber Mario Badescu toner lotion here to kick acne's derriere. This non-drying, non-irritating formula will disinfect your pores, prevent excess shine, and reduce icky bacteria — the kind that causes angry pimple apocalypses.
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