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MORNING REGIME

Step 1: Facewash

Why? It’s essential to remove excess oil, dust, dirt, and pollutants from your face to prevent buildup, which can clog pores and cause pimples. However, your skin shouldn’t feel dry or tight after washing.

How? Wash your face up to three times a day using the technique demonstrated in this video:

Which brand? Choose from the following options based on your skin type:

• Oily skin: Neutrogena Oil-Free Salicylic Acid Acne Wash (Available at  Amazon.com)
• Normal skin type: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cleanser (Available at Amazon.com)
• Dry or Sensitve skin: Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Face Wash (Available at Amazon.com)

Step 2: Moisturise

Why? Apply moisturizer only if your skin feels dry after completing all the steps in your skincare routine, as treatment products and sunscreen often provide enough hydration. However, if your skin still feels dry, you may need an extra layer of lightweight moisturizer.

How? You can apply moisturiser before treatmnt product if your skin feels very dry. this will reduce irritation from actives. Otherwise, apply moisturizer after using treatment products. Apply a even layer of light weight moisturizer, starting from the U-zone and ending in the T-zone, using it sparingly.

Which brand? Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Where to buy? Available online

Step 3: Morning treatment product

Why? At this stage, it’s important to use a treatment product with skin-lightening ingredients like Kojic acid, Alpha Arbutin, Tranexamic acid, or Azelaic acid to help fade post-acne brown spots.

How? Apply small dots of the serum or moisturizer evenly across your face, then gently massage it in to ensure the product is absorbed. Be sure to avoid the area under your eyes.

Which brand? Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Face Gel has Pro-Vitamin B5 & 4% Niacinamide that reduce inflammation and brightens up skin.

Available @ Amazon.com

Step 4: Sunscreen

Why? Choose a lightweight sunscreen in gel or fluid form that won’t clog your pores, ensuring proper protection without causing breakouts.

How? Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside. Use about two fingertip-sized amounts and place large dots across your face. Gently massage it in to spread evenly. Let it absorb fully before applying makeup. Remember to reapply every 3 hours. Avoid heavy makeup or excessive layering of products; opt for lightweight makeup over the sunscreen.

Which brand? Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Facial Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum SPF 50 is an excellent option, providing lightweight, oil-free sun protection with at least SPF 50.

Available on Amazon.com

AFTERNOON REGIME

In the afternoon, if your skin feels oily, you can use oil-absorbing sheets or blotting papers to remove excess oil without disturbing your makeup.

Which brand?  Clean & Clear Oil-Absorbing Sheets

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NIGHT REGIME

Remove makeup with micellar water and wash your face folowed by moisturiser if neeeded as discused in morning routine. 

Step 4 Treatment Product

Why? At night, you can either use skin lighteing agents like glycolic acid or hydroquinone  if you have stubborn brown scras visble from distance. Or else, go for retinol based products combined with skinlighteing agents like Niacianmide. Retinol in this reduces oil secretion, open pores, and acne while delaying the signs of aging.  While Niacinamide reduce inflammation and pigmentation.

How? Apply small dots of the serum or moisturizer evenly across your face, then gently massage it in to ensure the product is absorbed. Be sure to avoid the area under your eyes.

Which Brand? 

Apply Neutrogena Stubborn Texture Liquid Exfoliant with 7% AHA Blend on entire face. It has three potent skin lightening agents that help in reducing dark spots and tanning. 

Once dark spots fade, you shift to Neutrogena PM Treatment with Retinol SA on entire face and continue puting Neutrogena Stubborn Texture Liquid Exfoliant with 7% AHA Blend on stubborn dark spots untill they fade. Retinol serum help in reducing further breakout along with delaying signs of ageing. 

If needed, apply Neutrogena Adapalene Gel Acne Treatment, 0.1% as spot treatment on new acne breakouts.

If your skin reacts to these strong actives then, follow the steps list below:

• Moisturize Sensitive Areas: Before applying adapalene gel, apply Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Face Gel Hydrator to the entire face if your skin is dry or sensitive.
• Apply Adapalene: Apply adapalene gel specifically to the areas affected by acne. Start with applying it on acne areas only.
• Monitor Skin Reaction: If your skin tolerates it well without any adverse reactions, you can gradually increase the application. Apply adapalene to the entire face the next night.
• Adjust Frequency: If your skin reacts (becomes dry, red, or irritated), reduce the frequency of adapalene application. Start applying it on alternate nights or even less frequently based on your skin’s tolerance.
• Additional Moisturization: For areas that are particularly dry or reactive, you can apply 2-3 layers of moisturizer to soothe and hydrate the skin.

WEEKLY REGIME:

Apply a Cetaphil Clay Mask Pro clay-based face mask once a week to absorb excess oil and purify your skin.

MONTHLY REGIME

It’s important to maintain a consistent skincare routine, but there may not be any specific monthly treatments required for your skin type and concerns. However, if you want to pamper your skin, you can consider getting a professional facial or trying out a new skincare treatment under the guidance of a dermatologist.

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