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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?  Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash is a budget friendly option for very oily skin.

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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? COSRX AC Collection Lightweight Soothing Moisturizer

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Step 3: Morning treatment products

Why? At this stage, it’s important to use a treatment product with agents that help in reducing inflammation, acne and post acne marks like Niacinamide, Azelaic acid or tranexamic acid.

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?  The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%  target inflammation and reduce post acne pigmentation.

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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 SPF 50 Sunscreen

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AFTERNOON REGIME

In the afternoon, if your skin feels oily, you can use Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets or blotting papers to remove excess oil without disturbing your makeup.

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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 Night Treatment Product

Why?At night, use Adapalene for stubborn acne, such as red or pus-filled pimples, numerous blackheads, whiteheads, or frequent breakouts. Alternatively, opt for salicylic acid-based products if you have mild or occasional breakouts, sensitive skin, or are a teenager.

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?

Olay Salicylic Acid Serum has Salicylc acid that help to unclog pores and reduce acne. Alternativey, consider using Differin Gel (Adapalene) if you don’t get improvement with salicylic acid or if you get more than 20 comdones or more than 5 red pimples on your face. 

WEEKLY REGIME

Step 1: Scrub

We do not recommend using scrub if you have any active acne on face. Once your acne subsides so that you have few bumps here and there, then start using scrub once or twice a week. Use a gentle exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. St. Ives Blackhead Clearing Face Scrub has Green Tea & Bamboo, Salicylic Acid to reduce your zits.

Step 2: Face pack

Apply a clay-based face mask once a week to absorb excess oil and purify your skin.Cetaphil Clay Mask Pro has Betionite clay that absorbs extra oil with mild exfoliation.

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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