Thanks for sharing the photo. I’ll provide you with a detailed skincare routine tailored to your visible skin characteristics. From the image, here’s what I’ve observed:
- Sebaceous filaments / blackheads on the nose
- Uneven skin tone & slight redness around the T-zone
- Oily skin texture / possible congestion
- Mild facial hair irritation (around chin/neck)
- Dehydrated look despite oiliness (skin may be oily and dehydrated)
- Cleanser
Use a gentle foaming or gel cleanser to control oil without over-drying.
Recommended:
- CeraVe Foaming Cleanser
- La Roche-Posay Effaclar Gel
- Hydrating Toner / Essence (optional but helps with dehydration)
Recommended:
- Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion
- The Ordinary Glycolipid Cream Cleanser (if you want one product for both cleansing and mild hydration)
- Niacinamide Serum
Brightens skin, controls oil, reduces pore appearance.
Recommended:
- The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
- Geek & Gorgeous B-Bomb
- Moisturizer (lightweight, non-comedogenic)
Recommended:
- CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
- La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Fluid
- Sunscreen (crucial)
This protects your skin and helps reduce dark spots, inflammation, and oil imbalance.
Recommended:
- Eucerin Oil Control SPF 50+
- La Roche-Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid
- Cleanser
Same as morning or one with salicylic acid if blackheads are a priority.
Recommended (2–3x/week only):
- CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
Alternate with gentle cleanser to avoid over-drying.
- CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser
- Exfoliant (2x per week)
For clogged pores & smooth texture. Avoid using SA cleanser on same nights.
Recommended:
- The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution (apply only to nose and T-zone)
- Paula’s Choice BHA Liquid (can be used with a cotton pad)
- Serum (optional):
- If targeting redness: Azelaic acid or niacinamide
- If dullness: Vitamin C (The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside 12%)
- Moisturizer
Use same as morning or slightly richer if your skin feels dry.
- Clay Mask (1–2x/week)
Targets blackheads/oil on nose and T-zone.
Recommended:
- The Inkey List Kaolin Mask
- Aztec Indian Healing Clay (mix with apple cider vinegar, 10 mins max)
- Face Steaming (Optional, 1x/week)
Helps loosen blackheads before extraction or mask application.
Tips for Facial Hair Area:
- Always moisturize your beard zone to prevent bumps.
- Use a gentle exfoliant 1–2x/week to avoid clogged pores under facial hair.
- Don’t over-shave – use a clean razor and shave with the grain.
- Don’t overwash or scrub your face harshly.
- Avoid alcohol-heavy toners or astringents.
- Don’t pop or aggressively extract blackheads – treat with actives like salicylic acid.