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Today in this article, I would like to talk about moisturizer for oily acne prone skin, and what other things related to that you should know about. For others that may be interested in reading the best moisturizer for combination skin.Having oily skin alone can be annoying as we live in a very humid country which is known to be the “enemy” of the people with oily skin. Now, try having an oily AND acne prone skin at the same time. This type of skin would need special care and attention, for example a specialized moisturizer for oily acne prone skin.
What you need to know is that it is not strange for oily skin to link with acne, after all, one of the biggest contributors to acne growth is excess production of oil. So, what moisturizer for oily acne prone skin you can swap with your current regular moisturizer?
Before we begin to descend the spiraling staircase of the list of good moisturizers for this skin type’s concern, you might be interested to know the purpose first. Yes, we all know moisturizer is meant to hydrate the skin, and that is it.
According to The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, acne treatment like benzoyl peroxide salicylic acid, retinoids and others can irritate the skin while killing those bacteria that causes acne. This can prevent and discourage patients from continuing the usage of the treatments. Thus, the creation of moisturizers with acne treatment properties happened, to medicate the skin gently. (Leena Chularojanamontri, 2014)
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Also, contrary to myths about oily skin, people with this type of skin, like myself, do need to moisturize their skin. When you do not moisturize your oily skin, it will trick itself into thinking it will be dry, therefore the overproduction of oil will occur.
Usually, you will not have to put in too much effort in finding them because they are labeled with “for acne prone skin” and can be found in any pharmacies and drugstore. However, if you are looking for the active key ingredients that will work well on your oily acne prone skin other than benzoyl peroxide and retinol, below are the list, according to an experimental study in 2011, Acta Dermatovenerol Alp Pannonica Adriat.
Improvement on the skin was shown in the study, with less sebum production by 33.4%, decreased amount of inflammation on the skin by 30.7% and smaller looking pores, after 60 days, twice a day routine on the participants between the age of 18-35 with combination and oily, acne-prone skin. (Bartenjev I, 2011)
1. Clearogen Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Lotion (55 ml)
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If you didn’t know, the higher the level of androgen hormones (DHT), the higher the risk for us to get acne. Here, this medicated Clearogen moisturizer in the form of lotion is proven to reduce your DHT level with the natural ingredients formulated in the product.
The active ingredient in this product is the Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% which will make its way to your pores and kill the bacteria that causes acne.
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2. HydroPeptide AquaBoost Oil-Free Face Moisturizer
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AquaBoost Oil-free moisturizer might be the best base for oily acne prone skin for its inability to clog pores. This awesome water-based moisturizer is formulated with 6 peptides which are:
As you can see, other than providing you with acne, the moisturizer helps you to maintain and improve your skin suppleness with these superior anti-aging peptides. While having a clear skin from acne, you can relish in the glow presence from your skin! The key ingredients are the Clearing + Anti-redness Peptides Clearing Stem Cell and Probiotic Acqua Cell.
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Fellow humans, let’s not forget to incorporate SPF into our daily skincare routine! Sometimes, it can be difficult to find a sunscreen that does not give you a “white cast” after applying to your face, and a sunscreen that won’t feel heavy on your already oily skin. Worry not, this oil-free moisturizer with SPF from Neutrogena is here to help! The key ingredients are glycerin and dimethicone which will protect your pores from being clogged up.
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If you’re a K-Beauty lover, then Innisfree will sound like home to you for its popularity within the K-Beauty community and for its effectiveness for most users. Have a try on this amazing, affordable oily acne prone skin specialized product before you say no. The texture of the cream is watery and won’t leave your skin as greasy. I suggest that you use this moisturizer during night time because some say it can be a bit too hydrating, though not oily.
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For the people who are looking for another affordable oily acne prone moisturizer and available at their nearest drugstores, this moisturizer is for you! It is gentle on your acne-prone skin and hydrates it without the shiny look afterwards.
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