Guide
Best Skincare Routine for Acne
An acne routine is a barrier routine first. Stripping skin makes oil rebound; gentle hydration plus targeted actives clears more breakouts than aggressive scrubs.
AM
Gentle cleanser (CeraVe Foaming, COSRX Low-pH) → niacinamide serum (The Ordinary 10%) → light moisturizer (Belif Aqua Bomb) → SPF (Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun).
PM
Double cleanse → BHA 2% (Paula's Choice or COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid, 3× per week) → adapalene 0.1% (Differin, over-the-counter) on alternate nights → moisturizer.
Ingredients that actually work
Salicylic acid (BHA), benzoyl peroxide 2.5%, adapalene, azelaic acid 10%, niacinamide. Snail mucin and centella support healing without clogging.
Frequently asked
Can I use BHA and retinoid together?
Alternate nights at first; combining nightly tends to over-exfoliate.