I once used a product called Zineryt, it doesn't suit everyone, but for those it does, it gets rid of acne forever. It really dries out the skin, but in my case, I had nothing to lose as the problem was so bothersome. After the skin is healed, it needs to be regularly cleansed and moisturised. The problem with oily skin is also that it's dehydrated, so we use a foam cleanser morning and evening, preferably with hyaluronic acid, but a regular one will do. So firstly, the skin is clean, there are no microorganisms on it causing inflammation. The next step is a toner, it normalises the skin's balance, but in my opinion, it's not essential. The next stage is to apply a light-textured moisturising cream. I have experience in cosmetology, I'm not advertising my services, but giving advice based on personal experience and practice combined. Oily skin is often dehydrated, this is not a contradiction. You can use sebum-balancing products in the future to maintain the result.

If you have problematic skin, go to a proper dermatologist. If it's really acne and your skin is in bad condition, cosmetics won't cure it, only pharmacy products, and possibly quite strong medications. And that only after identifying the cause, because it could be anything from hormones to gastrointestinal issues. Self-treatment could make things even worse, whether you're slathering on luxury products or mud.

Duac cream-gel. It really helped my son with this issue.

The skin is likely oily or combination, prone to acne. It would be preferable to select a range from this line for care. The process occurs for two reasons: microorganisms develop on the sebum, therefore we fight in the same way, eliminating oiliness and destroying bacteria. With age, the skin comes into balance, less sebum is produced.

You don't want to try tea tree oil in vain, but I've come across different types from one manufacturer, one stings the skin, and has a strong smell, the other seems diluted. So, it dries everything out and it's a natural antiseptic even against various fungi, meaning it kills all microbes. It's always recommended for spots, it also removes scars.

Accutane helped. Everything else was as good as dead. Now I'm maintaining the results. I occasionally use Azelaic (azelaic acid).

OP, I have the same issue. It's more or less fine now, I can easily cover it up with makeup, but it was dreadful in senior school. I treated it with Epiduo, and it's the best thing I've used for acne. I don't remember exactly about flare-ups from it, I think there were some, but not critical, and then significant improvements came. It burned just a little bit, but it's all individual, you need to consult before using it in principle. I also went for a GIGI cosmetic cleanse once, but that was for blackheads and dead cell removal, it doesn't react to acne. In general, if you're breaking out, check your thyroid, get an ultrasound of your gallbladder, if you're still breaking out. I went once, I had a deformation, the sonographer said that it can indeed cause breakouts. But I didn't take any measures, which I deeply regret. This is in case it CONTINUES to break out, again. If it's persistent acne, then to the cosmetologist for prescriptions and cleanses. Good luck to you.

Peels should be done in the autumn-winter period, with sunscreen being a must, even on cloudy days. Peels should only be done by a beautician!!! For washing—if there's makeup or sunscreen on your face—use a cleansing oil, followed by a good face wash. Kiehls, La Roche Posay, there are many good brands out there. The routine works like this—Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning, Differin in the evening. Sunscreen is a must!! Another good product is Sesderma Azelak Gel. You can also incorporate products with acids. Plus, a non-comedogenic moisturiser. There are many good brands, OP, do some research online, try them out, the main thing with acne is to establish a quality daily routine. You can also take a test and treat Helicobacter pylori.

Girls, to those who mentioned Roaccutane and its unpleasant side effects earlier. There's a lotion called Retasol available in the pharmacy, its main active ingredient is isotretinoin (same as Roaccutane), but you just need to wipe your face with it, it doesn't affect internal organs. The lotion normalises the function of the sebaceous glands, cleanses and reduces pores.

I was treated with azelaic acid and clindamycin. Drying out isn't exactly right, as it can make the skin even more oily. Both azelaic acid and clindamycin have moisturising components, so they dry out less. My cosmetics at the time were Joyskin, and they still are, but now without medication. If a flare-up starts, I either use just azelaic acid if it's not too severe, or both azelaic acid and clindamycin. I didn't go for cleanings, to me it's a waste of time. I only went for laser treatment for post-acne. Everything was prescribed by a dermatologist, so I'll still say it's better to see a doctor 😊.

I've been battling with varying success against acne for over 10 years. I recently changed my dermatologist and she selected a skincare routine for me that improved my skin condition. Here's what I'm currently doing for my skincare: - Cetaphil mattifying foam for washing - Cetaphil physiological cleansing lotion - Cetaphil sebum-regulating moisturising face cream - Libriderm seracin spot cream for breakouts - Don't use towels, dab your skin with disposable paper napkins - DNS mask for problematic skin. The sensations aren't pleasant, but it really helps - ABSOLUTELY do not squeeze pimples, touch your face with your hands, use any scrubs, or go for mechanical cleaning. All of this damages the skin, and then it's very difficult to reduce scars. Instead of mechanical cleaning, it's better to use salicylic peeling (if the doctor says it's okay). - Pillowcases. I sleep on one side for 2 days, then on the other for 2 days, then either wash at 90 degrees, or 40 degrees + iron. - Sun protection. Personally, I use Maybelline Dream Satin BB cream with SPF 30. If it's very sunny outside or you're going abroad, then la roche-posay anthelios spf 50. - All of this works in combination with treatment and nutrition. I won't advise anything about treatment, that's prescribed by a doctor, but it definitely needs to be there. Unfortunately, acne can't go away in a couple of weeks even with the best treatment and care. It's a complex and lengthy process, it lasts for months and even years and requires strict adherence to all recommendations. I wish you patience and hope that you will find what helps and see the first results!

I can't recommend a specific mask, you really need to go to a cosmetologist, you can't treat acne yourself. But right now I'm speeding up the treatment process with Evalar's DIM (Diindolylmethane) from the "laboratory" range, it's a good product, brand new.