Your Personalized Routine: Oily + Breakout-Prone Skin

This routine is designed to balance oil production, reduce clogged pores, and support your skin barrier without over-drying or irritating your skin. Every product is chosen to help clear and calm your skin gently and consistently.

AM Routine

Step 1: Cleanser
Budget: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Upgrade: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Gel

Gentle gel cleansers to remove excess oil without stripping.

Step 2: Moisturizer
Budget: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream (Fragrance-Free)
Upgrade: Dr. Jart+ Teatreement Moisturizer

Lightweight hydration that won’t clog pores.

Step 3: SPF
Budget: Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+
Upgrade: EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

Protects without feeling greasy. A must for fading marks and preventing new breakouts.

PM Routine

Step 1: Cleanser
Budget: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Upgrade: La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Gel

📌 Note: please use the same cleanser from the morning.

🌀 Optional: If you wore SPF or makeup, start with an oil-based cleanser like The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm. It removes buildup without clogging pores.

Step 2: Treatment (Optional Active)
Budget: The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Upgrade: Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

📌 Note: Use 2–3 nights per week after cleansing. These help unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and fade post-acne marks.

Step 3: Moisturizer
Budget: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream (Fragrance-Free)
Upgrade: Dr. Jart+ Teatreement Moisturizer

🌀 Optional: If your skin feels dry or tight, follow with a lightweight moisturizer like CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion or La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5.

Calms and supports your skin barrier overnight.

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