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Basically this is a guide to different ingredients of skincare and how to incorporate it into your routine according to your skin issues
Something you want to keep in mind, is some acne can be hormonal or genetic, sometimes simple skincare wouldn’t do the job and you should see a dermatologist
A simple routine will do, you don’t want a chemical reaction or something, also this is my first guide don’t be over critical.
1. Retinoids (Retinol, Retinal, Adapalene, Tretinoin)
Treats:
Best for: Acne, anti-aging, texture concerns:
2. Salicylic Acid (BHA)
Treats:
Best for: acne-prone skin
3. Glycolic Acid (AHA)
Treats:
Best for: sun-damaged skin
4. Lactic Acid (AHA)
Treats:
Best for: Sensitive or dry skin
5. Azelaic Acid
Treats:
Best for: Sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin
6. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Treats:
Best for: Almost everyone
7. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Treats:
Best for: Brightening and prevention:
8. Hyaluronic Acid
Best for: All skin types
9. Ceramides
Treats:
Best for: Everyone, especially sensitive skin
10. Benzoyl Peroxide
Treats:
Best for: Red, bigger breakouts:
11. Sulfur
Treats:
Best for: Spot treatments
12. Tranexamic Acid
Treats:
Best for: Stubborn discoloration
13. Kojic Acid
Treatss:
Best for: Brightening routines
14. Alpha Arbutin
Treats:
Best for: Sensitive skin that can’t tolerate stronger brightening ingredients
15. Peptides
Treats:
Best for: Anti-aging routines
16. Centella Asiatica (Cica)
Treats:
Best for: Sensitive skin
17. Green Tea Extract
18. Snail Mucin
19. Zinc
Best for: Acne-prone skin
20. Sunscreen (MOST IMPORTANT!!!!)
Best for: Literally everyone. Use it.
Something you want to keep in mind, is some acne can be hormonal or genetic, sometimes simple skincare wouldn’t do the job and you should see a dermatologist
A simple routine will do, you don’t want a chemical reaction or something, also this is my first guide don’t be over critical.
1. Retinoids (Retinol, Retinal, Adapalene, Tretinoin)
- Speed up skin cell turnover
- Stimulate collagen production
- Unclog pores
Treats:
- Acne
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Uneven skin texture
- Dark spots/post-acne marks
Best for: Acne, anti-aging, texture concerns:
- Can cause dryness, peeling, and irritation at first.
- Use at night and wear sunscreen during the day.
2. Salicylic Acid (BHA)
- Oil-soluble exfoliant that penetrates pores
- Dissolves excess oil and dead skin
Treats:
- Blackheads
- Whiteheads
- Oily skin
- Mild acne
Best for: acne-prone skin
3. Glycolic Acid (AHA)
- Exfoliates the skin surface
- Improves skin brightness and texture
Treats:
- Dullness
- Rough texture
- Hyperpigmentation
- Fine lines
Best for: sun-damaged skin
4. Lactic Acid (AHA)
- Gently exfoliates
- Attracts moisture to the skin
Treats:
- Dryness
- Dull skin
- Mild hyperpigmentation
Best for: Sensitive or dry skin
5. Azelaic Acid
- Reduces inflammation
- Helps normalize skin cell turnover
- Fades pigmentation
Treats:
- Acne
- Redness
- Rosacea
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Best for: Sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin
6. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
- Supports skin barrier
- Reduces oil production
- Calms inflammation
Treats:
- Enlarged pores
- Redness
- Excess oil
- Hyperpigmentation
Best for: Almost everyone
7. Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
- Powerful antioxidant
- Boosts collagen production
- Brightens skin
Treats:
- Dark spots
- Dullness
- Sun damage
- Early signs of aging
Best for: Brightening and prevention:
- Use in the morning under sunscreen.
8. Hyaluronic Acid
- Improves hydration
- Draws water into skin
- Dehydration
- Dryness
- Tight-feeling skin
Best for: All skin types
- Works best when followed by a moisturizer.
9. Ceramides
- Repair and strengthen the skin barrier
- Prevent water loss
Treats:
- Dry skin
- Irritation
- Damaged skin barrier
Best for: Everyone, especially sensitive skin
10. Benzoyl Peroxide
- Kills acne-causing bacteria
- Reduces inflammation
Treats:
- Inflamed pimples
- Moderate acne
Best for: Red, bigger breakouts:
- Can bleach fabrics and towels!!
11. Sulfur
- Reduces oil
- Helps dry out blemishes
Treats:
- Acne
- Oily skin
- Some rosacea flare-ups
Best for: Spot treatments
12. Tranexamic Acid
- Helps interrupt pigmentation pathways
Treats:
- Melasma
- Post-acne marks
- Uneven skin tone
Best for: Stubborn discoloration
13. Kojic Acid
- Inhibits melanin production
Treatss:
- Dark spots
- Hyperpigmentation
Best for: Brightening routines
14. Alpha Arbutin
- Helps reduce excess melanin production
Treats:
- Post-acne marks
- Hyperpigmentation
- Uneven skin tone
Best for: Sensitive skin that can’t tolerate stronger brightening ingredients
15. Peptides
- Support collagen and skin repair
Treats:
- Fine lines
- Loss of firmness
- Aging concerns
Best for: Anti-aging routines
16. Centella Asiatica (Cica)
- Soothes irritation
- Supports skin healing
Treats:
- Redness
- Sensitivity
- Compromised skin barrier
Best for: Sensitive skin
17. Green Tea Extract
- Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
- Redness
- Irritation
- Environmental damage
18. Snail Mucin
- Hydrates and supports skin repair
- Dehydration
- Irritation
- Mild post-acne marks
19. Zinc
- Reduces inflammation and oil production
- Acne
- Oily skin
- Redness
Best for: Acne-prone skin
20. Sunscreen (MOST IMPORTANT!!!!)
- Protects against UV/UVA damage
- Premature aging
- Hyperpigmentation
- Skin cancer
- Wrinkles
Best for: Literally everyone. Use it.
