AcneA routine that works
Simple steps and the products Dr. Guo suggests for acne-prone skin.
Dr. Guo recommends
The products Dr. Guo suggests for this routine, step by step.
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1. Cleanse
Morning and night
A gentle cleanser and lukewarm water. Scrubs and hot water irritate acne-prone skin.
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ZO Skin Health
ZO Skin Exfoliating Cleanser
$64.00
A salicylic acid cleanser for oily, breakout-prone skin.
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Vivier Pharma
Vivier Medicated Wash Cleanser
$78.00
A salicylic acid wash that helps keep pores clear, morning and night.
2. Treat
Night
One acne treatment, a thin layer over the whole area that breaks out. Start every second night.
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Vivier Pharma
Vivier Acne Treatment Lotion
$91.00
An acne treatment lotion for the areas that break out, at night.
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SkinCeuticals®
SkinCeuticals LHA Serum
$145.00
A serum with salicylic and glycolic acid to clear blocked pores.
3. Moisturize
Morning and night
A light, oil-free moisturizer keeps treatment comfortable, so you can keep using it.
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hmbl
hmbl Light Moisturizing Cream
$35.00
A light cream with ceramides and hyaluronic acid that keeps treatment comfortable.
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SkinCeuticals®
SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture
$110.00
A light daily moisturizer for acne-prone skin.
4. Protect
Morning
Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher. Acne treatments make the skin more sensitive to the sun.
For sensitive skin
SkinCeuticals®
SkinCeuticals Clear Daily Soothing UV Defense SPF 50
$65.00
A light mineral SPF 50 for sensitive, breakout-prone skin.
For all skin tones
Colorescience
Colorescience Total Protection® No-Show™ Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
$69.90
A sheer mineral SPF 50 that leaves no white cast.
50 mL / 1.7 Fl. Oz. · 78 mL / 2.6 Fl. Oz.
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What helps
Acne starts in the pore: oil, skin cells and bacteria block it, and inflammation follows. A steady, gentle routine helps most people more than strong products changed often.
Give a routine eight to twelve weeks before you judge it. Add one treatment at a time, and keep moisturizer and sunscreen in the routine so the skin tolerates it.
See a dermatologist if acne is deep or painful, leaves marks or scars, or has not improved after three months. Prescription treatment works where over-the-counter products stop.