SKINCARE ROUTINE (acne prone skin)

Hey guys!

Don't we need all need a little break from that foundation, mascara, liquid lipsticks and lashes.
I don't know about you but I love the feeling of a fresh clean face (as much as I love my make-up).

Well, my skin was quite 'flawless' - if I may say so myself- until recently where I have been breaking out like crazy for some very odd reason (idk hormones? maybe). When I was younger I always wanted to get pimples ( I know that's a first) mainly because all my friends had them and I didn't.
I used to think something was wrong with me because everyone had a bout of  'teenage hormone syndrome' but not me...

After growing out of those teenage years I find myself reflecting on, "WHY IN THE WORLD DID I WANT PIMPLES???"

Silly young me.

Anyways, enough of my sad, old story let's get back to the topic...
About my breakouts, I've learnt never to touch them and to let them heal on their own but we all know how difficult that can be.

Lets start from the bottom.

STEP 1: Cleanse

I'm currently loving the Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water to remove my make-up, I find it very gentle on my skin as it removes everything completely.

I then cleanse my face with the Cetaphil Oil Control Foam Wash. I'm currently using this product for about two weeks now and I must say, I've noticed quite good results. Even though I don't have oily skin I love it because it doesn't make my skin feel dry  and it's also great under  make-up. (I use the foam wash twice a day)

STEP 2: Moisturize 

 I firstly apply the Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Complexion Correcting Serum all over my face.
This helps with dark spots (caused by pimples) and also prevents them from reappearing.

Interesting fact: "In vineyards of the past, woman used grapevine sap, rich in Viniferine to create a radiant complexion and reduce dark spots."

During the day I prefer using a sunblock. I am using the Cetaphil Oil Control Moisturizer with spf30. Everyone should be using a sunblock to protect their skin against UVA and UVB rays.
I like this one because its very light weight and doesn't feel oily.

At night I use the Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream which I find to be very soft and gentle on my skin at night. I have very sensitive skin so this is AMAZING!

I cannot go a night without this baby! It's the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate. I apply this and kid you not, my skin feels so radiant in the morning. It contains essential oils which are very beneficial  for your skin. Being suitable for all skin types, I highly recommend it.

STEP 3: Vanish those zits!

I cannot reiterate enough about how much I swear by this product, the Benzac AC 5 gel is literally the best thing I have ever used to get rid of my pimples. I've been using this for years and it hasn't disappointed me once. It contains benzoyl peroxide which helps dry out a pimple and remove it within a day. 

You can find most of these products at your nearest drugstore. 

Kiehl's is available at Edgars and Caudalie online.

NB!
All of these products might not work for you as it did for me. Everyone's skin is different.

xoxo
Maryam Karodia