Brilio.net - Acne is a common problem experienced by many people from various groups, from teenagers to adults. Of course, the appearance of acne makes a number of people uncomfortable, because of the pain.
After acne heals, the problem doesn't stop there. Often these acne leave brownish and black scars or marks on the surface of the skin, even making the skin texture uneven.
The appearance of acne and its scars starts from skin pores that have accumulated, starting from dirt, pollution particles, dead skin cells, and oil that cannot come out.
So that this doesn't accumulate, the main key is that you have to carry out routine maintenance. You can start by cleansing your skin and applying skincare formulated for acne and shrinking pores.
There are several types of skincare products that you can use to remove acne scars and shrink pores. These skincare products are formulated with active ingredients, such as alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), glycolic acid, and retinol.
This alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) can clean and narrow pores. The next ingredient is glycolic acid which can improve texture and even out skin tone. Meanwhile, retinol is able to regenerate dead skin cells and stimulate collagen production.
Apart from knowing the ingredients that can treat acne scars and shrink pores. You are also advised to know the ingredients to avoid.
If your skin is sensitive, avoid using skincare products that contain artificial fragrances, alcohol and synthetic dyes. And if in doubt, test the product first on a smaller area of skin to determine whether there is an allergic reaction or not.
After knowing some of the tips above, here are 11 skincare products for removing acne scars and shrinking pores that you can choose, as briliobeauty.net summarized from various sources, Monday (12/2).
1. Mineral Botanica Acne Care Toner.
photo: Shopee/Mineral Botanica Official Shop
The first recommendation comes from Mineral Botanica Acne Care Toner. This skincare product is a hydrating toner, which is able to clean remaining dirt on the face and brighten it.
The content of centella asiatica is able to moisturize. Then, niacinamide helps treat acne and scars.
Then, the salicylic acid content helps shrink pores because it can control sebum. For only IDR 27 thousand you can get Mineral Botanica Acne Care Toner.
2. Elsheskin Acne Refresh Toner.
photo: Shopee/ Elsheskin Official Shop
Elsheskin Acne Refresh Toner is a skincare product for removing acne scars and shrinking pores. This toner has three main ingredients, namely allantoin, salicylic acid, and sulfur.
These three ingredients are able to relieve redness caused by acne, prevent clogged pores, and balance sebum production. You can get the price of Elsheskin Acne Refresh Toner for around IDR 50 thousand.
3. Mamonde Chamomile Pure Toner.
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Mamonde Chamomile Pure Toner is a beauty product from South Korea. The main ingredient in this toner is chamomile, so it can treat acne-prone skin and scars.
Not only that, this product is also able to clean pores deeply. Suitable for sensitive skin, because it does not contain alcohol or fragrance. You can get Mamonde Chamomile Pure Toner for IDR 112 thousand.
4. JF The Skin Specialist Barsoap Acne Spot Care.
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JF The Skin Specialist Barsoap Acne Spot Care is a facial washing soap formulated with active ingredients, in the form of natural antibacterials. This is able to treat acne-prone skin and scars, without making the face dry.
Apart from that, the active bio-sulfur content is able to clean pores and remove dead skin cells. Prices for JF The Skin Specialist Barsoap Acne Spot Care start at IDR 16 thousand.
5. Wardah Creamy Wash C-Defense.
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Wardah Creamy Wash C-Defense is a facial soap that is able to clean the skin from various dirt. The content of vitamin C and antioxidants can also provide freshness and maintain skin moisture. For only IDR 24 thousand, you can get Wardah Creamy Wash C-Defense.
6. Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser.
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The next recommendation that you can try is Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. This facial cleanser is formulated with a gel texture that does not dry out the skin.
Apart from that, the content of vitamin B3, vitamin B5 and glycerin can also maintain skin moisture. This facial cleanser is also safe for use by sensitive skin, because it has been dermatologically tested. The price of Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser starts from IDR 165 thousand.
7. Natur E Daily Face Cream Vit E.
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Natur E Daily Face Cream Vit E is a facial moisturizer containing vitamin E. This content is able to maintain moisture and protect the skin from sun exposure.
Apart from vitamin E, this product contains pomegranate seed oil which is believed to increase moisture in the face. You can get Natur E Daily Face Cream Vit E for around IDR 38 thousand.
8. Viva Oil Control Green Tea Extract.
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Viva Oil Control Green Tea Extract is a local brand of moisturizer that contains green tea. This content is useful as an antioxidant that can refresh and hydrate.
This content is also able to absorb excess oil on the face. For only IDR 8 thousand, you can get Viva Oil Control Green Tea Extract.
9. Breylee Pore Minimizer Serum.
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Breylee Pore Minimizer Serum is a skincare product to remove acne scars and scars. This serum is equipped with three main ingredients, namely chamomile, glycerine, and centella asiatica.
These ingredients are useful for shrinking pores, disguising scars, and treating acne-prone skin. With prices starting from IDR 49 thousand, you can have Breylee Pore Minimizer Serum.
10. Nacific Fresh Herb Origin Serum.
photo: Shopee/Nacific Cosmetics OfficialShop
Nacific Fresh Herb Origin Serum is the recommendation that you can use next. This serum contains aloe vera, pore complex-3, and sepicalm.
These three ingredients are believed to be able to moisturize dry skin, tighten pores and soothe irritated skin. You can get Nacific Fresh Herb Origin Serum for around IDR 199 thousand.
11. The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%.
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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% contains the active ingredient in the form of niacinamide, which can shrink pores.
Apart from that, the combination of niacinamide and zinc in this serum is believed to be effective in controlling sebum production, disguising acne and treating irritation caused by acne. You can get the price of The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% starting from IDR 79 thousand.