Acne Be Gone!

Stress! 😟At one point I was SO stressed about a lot of ‘stuff’ that it started to take a toll on my skin.

I’m talking… Pimples, dull, wrinkly and tired skin. 

Stress has the potential to weaken your immune system. I read when you feel stressed, the nervous system releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline into your body. Cortisol causes oil production in your skin glands, which can lead to clogged pores and acne breakouts. 

Well, while trying to fix ‘the cause’ of the stress ( very important), I had to do something about ‘ the effect’ of the stress. Did some research and reached out to a skincare vendor on instagram ( @hellobeauty.ng). They don’t recommend products but they can guide your selection. 

Let’s dive in, these products knocked my acne off!

Inkey Salicylic Acid Cleanser:

If you have clogged pores or pimples, this is a wonderful cleanser! Didn’t leave my skin feeling dry. I used it every AM & PM. Made a massive difference to my skin.

L’oreal Pure Clay Mask: 

I’m on my second container and still have a backup, that’s how much I absolutely love this mask. 

Used it twice a week, now I use it every other week because I try out other products. This leaves my skin feeling clean, looking polished, healthier, smooth, and fresh. Helped big time with breakouts.

Differin Dark Spot Correcting Serum:

This contains 2% hydroquinone which helps fade acne spots. It says it’s safe to use daily;  in the morning and evening, even under makeup. But I used it every other night as a spot treatment. And when I noticed my acne spots had cleared a bit, I stopped. Helped massively in my skin journey.😇

Laroche Posay Anthelios Clear Skin SPF 60 :

Read a lot of great reviews before getting this sunscreen but it turned out to be my least favourite😕. A bit disappointing I can’t wear this in public. After a few hours outside, I start to ‘sweat milk’. Ewww, nasty I know 😩. I have a few new favourites so I rarely reach out for this.

I guess if you live in a climate with limited sun and you barely sweat, this might be a good product for you. but for naija,  na bad market!😁

Bioderma Sebium Cleansing Solution: 

This stuff cleanssss my skin, leaves it fresh and ready for other products. I used it in the morning and evening when I had acne wahala. (I still use it every other day).  Works great with my oily skin. it removes makeup well (even waterproof). 💙

Pixi Glow Tonic:

Kai this was the ‘OG’ (Original Gangster) or ‘HG’ (Holy Grail) at one point. If you weren’t using pixi glow tonic, you ain’t landed man! 😄

OG/HG or not, this works! Especially in removing any last trace of dirt and prepping my skin for all the serums. It gently exfoliates and leaves my skin looking clearer, smoother, glowy and radiant. I use it every morning. 

Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant: 

Deeply cleanses my pores, leaves my skin soft. Excellent for clearing breakouts. Use it every other evening after washing my face. This product helped my skin greatly. Simply amazing!😍

CeraVe  Facial Moisturizing Lotion PM:

This is SO good and hydrating! Very lightweight, does the job! I always look forward to applying this moisturizer in the evenings as the last step in my routine. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t feel greasy . This lotion is formulated with these 3 powerful ingredients: Ceramide, Niacinamide and Hyaluronic acids. 

Recently I’ve been trying a few night-time moisturizers but somehow I keep coming back to this. Love love love 💓

Thayers Facial Toner : 

This toner is mostly used to fight acne. It helps clean out any trace of makeup or sunscreen. My skin always feels fresh after using this. 

I chose this particular one because it’s paired with witch hazel, rosewater and aloe vera which hydrates the skin. Feels very refreshing especially when I let the product soak into my skin. I put some in a spray bottle and spritz away!😍. 

 The Ordinary Mandelic Acid :

This helped my pimples and gave me a healthier glow. One of the gentlest acid I have tried. Makes my skin so soft and plump, pores feel tightened, improved my skin texture and dark spots.😻

Though you can use daily, I use this every other night after my toner and before I apply the niacinamide serum. I recommend this if you are looking for a gentle chemical exfoliant and if you have a sensitive and acne prone skin.

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%:

This ‘wunderbar’ serum has made a noticeable difference to my skin. It has greatly reduced some dark spots and improved my skin texture. This product really helped my acne and hydrates my skin wella (very well)!

I use it twice a day every day before applying my moisturizer.

Over recommend this 😀.

I advice you do some research or consult a professional depending on your skin concerns so they recommend what might work or what is best for you. 

Also advice to patch test first before going mayhem on products you haven’t tried before. 

Like they say; ‘one man’s food is another’s poison’. What worked for me might not work for others. We all have different skin types and skin wahala. So, again I say do more research to help make the right decision for your skin. 

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Have you had to deal with acne wahala (problems)? How did you get rid of it?

Thank you for stopping by! 🙏

xoxo