Beauty
Drugstore beauty FTW.
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1The Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser
Los Angeles-based dermatologistDr.
Chris Tomassian, M.D.calls benzoyl peroxide an all-star ingredient for acne that helpseliminate problem-causing bacteria and fights inflammation.
One thing to note?
Tomassian says to be careful around towels and clothing (and your hairline!)
becausebenzoyl peroxide is notorious for bleaching.
3The OG Gentle Cleanser
An acne-fighting regimen can be drying, so board-certified dermatologistDr.
Thats thanks to hydratingglycerinandpanthenolwithin the formula.
This gentle cleanser has been a derm-favorites for dozens of years, Woolery-Lloyd tells Bustle.
Marisa Garshick, M.D., board-certified dermatologist atMDCS Dermatology,previously told Bustle.
The niacinamide and prebiotics within the formula keep your complexion quenched with moisture, too.
7The Mineral Sunscreen
No skin care routine is complete without sunscreen acneic skin types included.
Turner recommends this ultra-lightweight sheer SPF from Cetaphil for the sun protection job.
Its amineral (physical) versus chemical sunscreen, so its less likely to irritate and exacerbate breakouts.
Mineral-based sunscreensare better for people with acne-prone skin, he explains.
Studies referenced:
Chaudhuri, R. (2011).
Bakuchiol in the management of acne-affected Skin.
Martin, T. & Goodman, M.B.
