Have you ever splurged for a chemical peel? Though they leave your skin super silky and rejuvenated, the recovery process for shedding the top layer of skin requires plenty of hours cooped up inside, sheltered from the sun.
Part of what makes some peels effective is glycolic acid, which helps deep clean your pores. This serum pairs a gentler dose of glycolic acid with acne-fighting ingredient salicylic acid. This serum will clear your skin and reveal a fresh new layer, all in one.
Known for his transformative 30-minute chemical peel, Dr. Schultz created a line of products that aim to give big results for less dough and less downtime. Though this serum is on the intense side of the spectrum, since it's meant to fully exfoliate your skin, it's approved for all skin types. The glycolic acid also includes tetrafoliant, which gives your skin that lusted-after glow.
If your breakouts also cause your skin to be sensitive to the touch and prone to redness, this gentle serum from Pevonia, jam-packed with blemish-control ingredients, might be your best bet. It's meant for problematic skin and contains both glycerin and leaf extracts, two gentle and soothing ingredients. If you're currently on an oral prescription for acne, pairing this serum with your regimen can help soothe the dryness.
It might seem counterproductive to add oil to the natural dew (read: oil) that most acne sufferers produce, but by using an product with essential oils like this one, you can actually deep clean your skin. With ylang ylang, sage, rosemary, lemon and lavender oils, this serum soothes and clarifies skin naturally.
The star ingredient in this gentle-but-effective acne serum is something you've likely heard of if you've spent any time Googling acne advice: salicylic acid.
When mixed with other hardworking, natural ingredients like cane sugar and marine plankton, this serum both hydrates and calms your pores, making them smaller and less prone to bacteria build-up. It's also a good addition to your normal moisturizing routine, since botanical extracts and essential oil ingredients offer a natural, nourishing approach to acne.
