Top 5 ingredients for acne

This article is for those who have decided to start fighting acne and choose the right cosmetics. You will recognize the necessary funds by the composition: they must include at least one of the five substances listed here.

Causes of Acne

Hormonal changes, improper care, comedogenic cosmetics – there are many reasons for acne. But the mechanism of appearance is the same in all cases.

  1. The sebaceous gland produces too much sebum.

  2. Sebum “sticks together” with dead cells of the epidermis, clogs the duct of the sebaceous gland.

  3. Microbes begin to multiply in the duct.

  4. Inflammation develops, a pimple appears.

This quiz will help you learn how to take care of your acne-prone skin.

As a preventive measure, you need:

  • reduce the production of sebum;
  • clean and narrow pores;
  • neutralize inflammation;
  • disinfect and dry the pimple so that it disappears sooner.

The ingredients that we will consider below will help in this.

Salicylic acid, zinc, kaolin, eucalyptus extract and activated charcoal are the main ingredients in acne-fighting cosmetics.

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Salicylic acid

Salicylic acid (BHA, beta-hydroxy acid) is an ingredient in many acne treatments, from facial cleansers to creams. For the first time, this substance was isolated from willow bark, but it is also found in small quantities in some types of spirea.

Among the properties that salicylic acid has:

  • bactericidal;
  • keratolytic (exfoliation of dead cells);
  • weakening the activity of sebocytes.

Salicylic acid is used in concentrations up to 2%. As a keratolytic, it increases the sensitivity of the skin to the sun, so use a sunscreen when using cosmetics with this component.

Corrective care against imperfections, 24h moisturizing, Normaderm, Vichy

Paired with lipohydroxy acid, salicylic acid helps eliminate acne of any origin, cleanses pores, renews and moisturizes the skin.

Serum for mature skin against imperfections Blemish & Age Defense, SkinCeuticals

Solves all the problems of oily skin, from excess shine to rashes. It contains a complex of acids: dioic, capryl-salicylic, salicylic, glycolic, citric.

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Zinc

The first mention of the use of zinc refers to the second millennium BC. Calamine, a natural substance with zinc oxide, has been used to treat skin and eye conditions. To date, five zinc compounds are known, but zinc oxide (ZnO) is the leader in the fight against acne.

Here is what its useful action is:

  • absorbs excess sebum;
  • dries;
  • has astringent properties.

In addition, there is evidence for the antioxidant properties of zinc.

Cleansing foaming gel for oily skin prone to acne Effaclar Gel, La Roche-Posay

Thanks to zinc pidolate, it reduces oiliness of the skin, among the noticeable effects are cleansing of pores, elimination of oily sheen. Refreshes the skin.

Face gel against oily skin for men T-Pur Purifying Cleanser, Biotherm

Zinc and sea minerals are what you need to cleanse enlarged and clogged pores with excess sebum. As a result of regular use of the product, the skin becomes more even, oily sheen disappears.

Clay masks dry the skin well.

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Kaolin

Kaolin, also known as white or Chinese clay, is distinguished by its fine structure, natural purity, and the non-abrasive nature of the particles. In the care of oily skin, its following qualities are valued:

  • well absorbs excess sebum;
  • dries;
  • saturates the epidermis with microelements.

Remember: kaolin has a drying effect, so masks based on it are better not to overexpose on the skin.

Pore-cleansing mask Mineral Mask, Vichy

Thermal water, kaolin, glycerin make the skin clean, smooth and fresh, prevent acne, dry out existing rashes.

Amazonian white clay mask Rare Earth Pore Cleansing Masque, Kiehl’s

Amazonian clay and bentonite cleanse and tighten pores, aloe juice has a moisturizing, soothing effect.

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Eucalyptus extract

The evergreen tree of the myrtle family has up to 700 different varieties, of which 500 produce aromatic oils. They are extracted from the leaves of plants and are widely used in cosmetics.

Eucalyptus extract and oil:

  • disinfect;
  • normalize the sebaceous glands;
  • dry.

When applying pure oil to the skin for 1-2 minutes, slight redness, tingling, tingling are possible. Therefore, it is better to use it as part of cosmetics.

Cleansing gel against oily sheen and blackheads “Clean Skin”, Garnier

Refreshes and smoothes the skin, prevents acne. Contains eucalyptus extract, salicylic acid.

Clay Magic Purifying Facial Mask, L’Oréal Paris

Three types of clay and eucalyptus extract cleanse, eliminate oily sheen, and make skin texture more even.

Eucalyptus extract is widely used in cosmetics.

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Activated carbon

A well-known sorbent has long moved from a home first aid kit to a cosmetic bag, or rather, to products for problem skin.

And it brings a lot of benefits to her:

  • has a detox effect;
  • acts as an absorbent;
  • possesses anti-inflammatory properties;
  • tightens pores;

  • acts as an exfoliant.

Activated charcoal is listed under the name Charcoal powder.

Ultra-cleansing gel against acne and blackheads with absorbent charcoal “Clean Skin Active”, Garnier

Salicylic acid and charcoal extract eliminate pimples, cleanse and mattify the skin. Bilberry extract helps to cope with traces of post-acne.

Exfoliating facial scrub with absorbent charcoal “Clean Skin Active”, Garnier

This tool works in three directions at once: removes sebaceous secretion, cleanses of impurities, and makes pores less noticeable. The result is even and smooth skin.

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