My combination therapy blog! And my theories on skincare.

So, I just wanted to do a quick update on my skincare/makeup. Funny thing is that I don't come back to acne.org when my skin is doing pretty well, but I think I should contribute because this regimen works for me, and because these makeup products work for me.
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I'm super excited to announce that my skin has been consistently clear and non-irritated for about a month now. The products I'm currently using have slowly weaned its way into my regimen - I'm starting to realize that skincare is a delicate balance of taking care of your skin - really listening to it on a daily basis to improve it overall. As a result,...

Current Regimen:

AM
Avene Cleanance Soapless Gel Cleanser for Oily Skin
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 0.4% LHA)
Pure Argan Oil
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

If I use cosmetics
AM: Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation (makeup), last step of AM routine
PM: Kose Softymo Cleansing Oil White (makeup...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash (with AHA and salicylic acid)
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 0.4% LHA)
Avene Hydrance Optimale Legere Light Hydrating Cream
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

PM
Kose Softymo White Cleansing Oil
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash (with AHA and salicylic acid)
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 0.4% LHA)
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

PM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub (on certain areas only)
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash (with AHA and salicylic acid)
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 0.4% LHA)
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

PM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub (on certain areas only)
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (5.5% Benzoyl Peroxide and 0.4% LHA)
Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

PM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub (on certain areas only)
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash
Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream for Face SPF 55

PM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash + Sephora Facial Cleansing Pad
La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo

I tried a sample of La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo last...

I mentioned yesterday that my acne has gone much worse, and after mulling it over I realized that I had been eating a lot of meat and more oily/fried food recently. Unfortunately, it wasn't something I could avoid, given that Chinese family members like to put stuff on my plate and expect me to eat it. (You can't decline, it'd be rude!)

So...

Regimen:

AM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash
Eucerin Everyday Protection SPF 30

PM
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Clear Scrub
Neutrogena Oil Free Acne Stress Control Power Cream Wash + Sephora Facial Cleansing Pad
Josie Maran Argan Oil

Makeup (optional)
Alima Pure Satin Matte Blush
Alima Pure Satin Finishing...