20 Best Products For Teenage Skin (Feb 2023 Update)

This is amazing and so affordable ! If you struggle with acne MARKS (different than scars), dark spots, uneven skin appearance, or overall just want a nice even texture, YOU NEED THIS. I have added this to my nightly routine and seen a huge improvement. It does take some time to see a dramatic difference. I started to notice my acne marks lighten within 3 months of consistent use. Definitely recommend !iHerb Customer

I got Yeouth's serum to help combat my oily skin and breakouts. I have never been so surprised using a product before, I have tried so many different products on my skin (which is generally sensitive) and none have worked as well as this Niacinamide Serum did. I am especially impressed with the reduction in redness as well as breakouts. I use this product 2x/day and only need one pump. A little goes a long way! This product doesn't irritate my skin the way that other Niacinamide serums do and works almost immediately on the inflammation. I really think this is because of the added Aloe and Licorice root to their product. Either way, if you are looking for a nice serum to add into your routine, this one is the way to go. I will definitely be buying another bottle when this one runs out!Anastasia

Use for oily skin problems and even with sensitive skin. Great quality and size. Nice packaging. Gentle to skin. Scent free. Great benefits. Good composition. Frequency of use is morning and night. Suitable for adult ages. Great and effective product. It addressed all my skin concerns. Will repurchase again soon.iHerb Customer

This is a nice serum. I only use it at night time, but have noticed a difference since I started adding it to my nighttime routine. When I wake up in the morning I notice that old spots have gone down and my overall skin texture has started to smooth out. My skin just looks bright in the morning compared to dull and just blah without this in my routine. I also use this on my neck at night. My neck had two discolored lines and they’ve gone down and overall smoothed out. The texture on my neck has dramatically smoothed out and I think a lot has to do with this serum. I use the brightening toner in the morning and this serum at night. I don’t put any other stuff on my neck other than my cleanser and moisturizer so I know my results are mainly from adding niacinamide. My neck looks like more of a match to my face, and when you’re aging like me matching my neck to my face is a good thing. Before I incorporated this to my routine my neck started showing pretty decent signs of aging. It was also discolored from left over tans in the past. So it helped make things more even. Overall I’m happy with this product, I personally haven’t had any negative reaction to it. I will probably repurchase when I’m out, but a little goes a long way so it’ll be awhile.Kyle A.

I wish I’d taken before photos to compare. Always cleansed and moisturised my skin with decent quality products but in January my skin was making me look old, it was dull and I was constantly battling texture, clogged pores on nose and build up of rough surface layer that looked dreadful under makeup. Now use a range of good molecules products and my skin looks smoother, brighter and more youthful. I’m not needing to rely on harsh physical exfoliants either. Started with niacinamide and once I knew my skin tolerates it I added the gentle retinol cream. These both improved my skin, recently added the pineapple exfoliating powder and vitamin C powder which further improved my skin. Squalane oil is nice to layer on afterwards to soothe skin. Does require research/reading info to check which products you can use together though but totally worth it.CC

I'm very weary about trying out new skincare products after having dealt with hormonal and cystic acne from the ages of 16-20. By 20, I received a medical diagnosis that explained why my skin got the way it got, and with treatment for said diagnosis, my skin has been doing really well ever since. I have been left with acne scars (ice pick scars) that have smoothed out naturally over time and lots of aloe vera, but was ready to try something new. THIS PRODUCT completely changed the game for me!! My skin was smooth the NEXT day, and using it twice a day as instructed made a very noticeable difference after four days of use. It does tingle/burn when you apply it to open wounds or freshly popped acne, but the scar lets up and is gone by the morning. Wonderful product. I couldn't recommend it more 🙂ayanna_99

I switched from a physical exfoliant (scrub) to this chemical exfoliant (benzoyl peroxide). This product is much more gentle on the skin and still leaves my skin feeling soft right away. Over time, I have noticed much less breakouts/acne with this product! No more harsh scrub tearing up my skin, so it looks even more hydrated and glowy! I have combination skin, I get oily in my T-zone and have small patches of eczema around my eyes and mouth. This product works to break up the acne-causing oil without irritating or drying out my eczema at all! I use it in the shower every few days. I like to work the product into a foam on my hands to activate it, then apply it to my face and neck. I let the benzoyl peroxide sit for a minute so it can really work its magic. It rinses cleanly and my skin does not feel dry after.Nickname

I've used the classic CeraVe foaming cleanser/moisturizer/retinol serum/night cream for years. I did a course of strong meds a year and a half ago and it cleared my skin completely. After full-time mask wearing started up again, my acne came back a bit so I decided to try this cleanser after having such good experiences with all their other products. It cleared my skin after only a few days! But be careful – I developed a painful itchy rash around my lips and mouth that took steroids to clear up because of how much this cleanser irritated that area of my face. I've now cut down use from every morning and night to just once every other morning and I avoid my eyes and mouth with it. It works wonders, but it's very irritating on sensitive areas so wash with caution!Sarah

Great product! Benzoyl peroxide is perfect for hormonal/cystic acne — the red, inflamed, under the surface kind. I had been using salicylic acid for a while and didn’t understand why my acne was not clearing. Until my dermatologist informed me that SA is better for whitehead & blackhead type of acne (which I did not have). 4% benzoyl peroxide is a great amount if you’re just introducing benzoyl peroxide to the skin. I used at night for a week and have now transitioned to using it day and night since my skin tolerated it well. My breakouts have completely stopped and lingering breakouts have cleared dramatically! It’s only been a little over a week; I’m excited to see my skin a month from now!Vee

The Kidskin acne kit is an innovative natural alternative to other big name 3 step acne systems. The kit comes beautifully presented with a 3 part system that includes: the t-blast cleanser, z-blast serum, and calming moisturizer. I love that these products are natural and vegan in addition to being cruelty free and lacking parabens, sulfates, gluten, and artificial fragrance. My family and I are also huge proponents of any product made in the USA so we are beyond thrilled to see Kidskin is made in America. With all that being said, I don’t think this skin care line is going to go over well for children ages 8 and up like the packaging states. The number one reason is the overbearing and unpleasant odor of the t-blast facial cleanser. People, especially children, want pleasant fragrances from the products they use on their bodies and around the home and while I do appreciate the fact that this brand uses no artificial fragrances, I don’t understand why they don’t add other natural fragrances to help off set or hide the smell of the tea tree oil in the face wash. From my understanding, the tea tree is the main ingredient that helps the facial cleanser do what they claim it to do and I will admit that I have always despised tea tree oil, but I’ve never despised it on this level! It literally smells toxic and makes the t-blast cleanser almost unbearable to use so I can only imagine how an 8 year old would feel using it. Thank goodness the directions on the box say to only wash your face for under 3 seconds, but I honestly don’t know how clean you can get your skin in such a short period of time. For example, washing hands takes at least 26 seconds of thorough scrubbing to kill germs so I’m not sure what 3 seconds can possibly do except for help lessen the nauseating effects of applying the t-blast cleanser to your face. However, I will say that my face does feel cleansed and not dried out just like the product claims, but I actually like feeling dry due to the fact that my skin is super uncomfortable with all of the oil I experience 90% of the day. Right after I wash is the only time I get relief from that feeling. I dislike giving a negative review to products that are innovative and American-made using natural ingredients with the goal of trying to help youth that suffer from embarrassing and uncomfortable skin issues, but I think the kit could have a better chance at being successful if the manufacturers just made 2 simple changes: the smell of the facial cleanser and the name of the product. The actual acne treatment (z-blast serum) comes in a unique and beautiful bottle that makes it easy for use, yet I do wish it were bigger. Only a small amount of the serum is directed to be used, but that size of bottle will still run out quickly for those children who have a lot of acne spots to treat. I was a bit surprised at the addition of a moisturizer to the kit because usually children who suffer from oily, acne prone skin don’t want to put on anything that makes their skin more moisturized. Most want to dry up their acne and oil, not moisturize it. However, the moisturizer is specifically designed for problematic skin and is said to provide weightless moisture. I personally don’t use the moisturizer anywhere except for under my eyes in the summer, but come winter, I get dry patches all over my face that the moisturizer will come in handy for. You just need to use a small amount of of the product and that 3rd bottle in the kit is going to last the longest of all the others. Unfortunately, I do not recommend the Kidskin 3 piece skincare kit ONLY because of the t-blast cleanser. I don’t think kids age 8 years old and above will be able to use it due to the stench of the tea tree oil. Adults may be able to suffer through it, but I highly doubt a child will. The z-blast serum and calming moisturizer don’t have that awful tea tree oil scent so I recommend those two products alone. I think Kidskin is on to something good being the natural version of big name acne systems, but they need to make some easy changes to have this product kit succeed for kids and teens. Start with masking the tea tree odor in the facial wash, make a larger bottle of the z-blast spot serum, and perhaps change the moisturizer to a toner or vitamin c serum or similar that does not add oiliness or moisture to the face.Shortywcb

My teens—14 yr old boy, and 16 year old girl—LOVE this Kidskin 3-Step Acne Kit Treatment for Teens. Though my daughter has had a skin regimen for years, my son has just recently started taking more of an interest in caring for his skin and he loves having an easy, 3 step system that’s quick, uncomplicated, and doesn’t have chemical crap in the ingredients. They both love how light and foamy the cleanser is and how clean and fresh it makes their skin feel. They love that the serum feels calming and cool on their faces, and they also like that the moisturizer doesn’t make their face sting or burn and moisturizes nicely without making their faces feel oily. Most of all…they love that it seems to really be clearing and keeping their skin clear. I feel good about my kids using these products because they don’t have any parabens or sulfates, they are cruelty free, and they’re made in the US—all qualities my family values and appreciates. I also love that they all have a pump to dispense the product which ensures they aren’t using too much or wasting the products. Both of them use one pump of the face cleanser, one pump of the serum, and one pump of the moisturizer after their shower each day. With them using only one pump daily, the products will last quite a while.Jasmine

Kidskin 3 step acne kit treatment is a wonderful product for thoroughly getting deep into your pores and bringing pimples to a head, in order to make them disappear faster. I've used multiple products in the past and none of them ever worked. Within the past six months I've struggled with acne and how my skin looks. I've tried many products but nothing ever seemed to work. Maskne is a real thing in 2021 with having to wear a mask anywhere you go, whatever you do. Thank god mask requirements are letting down in Ohio but that being said I want my skin to be looking flawless. Originally I had just bought the Kidskin T-Blast acne foaming cleanser, and I saw amazing results so I figured I would love to try the whole kit. The T-Blast foaming cleanser has a smell at first that turns you off from wanting to put it on your skin, but once you do and you see the results it is so worth it. I wash my face twice a day, (once in the morning and once before bed). It is a foaming cleanser so it does only take one pump. I normally have pretty sensitive skin, but not one of the products from this brand had irritated my skin. The first step is to wash your face with the cleanser , room temperature water, rubbing it in with your fingers. Wash off the cleanser and then dab your face dry with a towel. Wait a few minutes and then go in with your Kidskin serum . One pump goes a long way. Just apply this on your trouble spots and let it do the trick. At this point your skin will feel very dry. Then finally go in with the moisturizer and then your skin will feel so clean and so moisturized.Gerberbaby72

i’ve struggled with acne since my preteen years (i’m in my late twenties now). always had those pesky acne flare ups especially close to that time of the month! i’ve tried a lot of different products to help with my acne, but none that really blew me away until THIS came along! i didn’t really have any expectations, but when i consistently used the probiotic acne serum every evening as part of my skin routine, i DEFINITELY saw improvements in my skin! usually i feel like i just have to deal with the acne sitting on my face, but it’s like this amazing product would magically stop the zits in their tracks and make them vanish! what really amazes me is that it’s really gentle on the skin compared to other products, but get the job done so well nonetheless. while i know healthy skin starts from within & doesn’t just come from the external products you put on your face, this wonderful serum is definitely worth adding to your line up because it actually works! def gonna be buying this over & over again! 🙂Jamie A.

I have never found something this amazing that gets rid of my acne without destroying my skin in the process. over the years I've spent an insane amount of money on products that "promised" my skin would be ance free, only to leave my face peeling and worse than before (i bet many of you can agree with this). I came across this cocokind product while shopping at my local target, and fell in love with the natural ingredients and the fact that it was a serum (i have very dry skin). when I first started using the product I had a small breakout on my forehead, and within a week it was gone!!! I've been using this product for about a month now and my skin has never looked this good. it's glowing, incredibly hydrated with no acne insight. I will definitely be buying this again and recommending it to all my friends. don't hesitate to buy this serum it will seriously change your skincare game for the better!!Alexa D.

I noticed a change in my skin within one overnight use, my mind is blown. I typically have dry skin, but I get small white heads sometimes on my nose. I washed my face with the AHA hibiscus gel, toned with the raspberry vinegar, and then applied two 4 drop layers of this serum focusing on my nose. I waited for it to dry down and then patted some RPC cream over everything. I woke up the next morning with the whiteheads gone and absolutely no redness, only small non-noticable bumps where they used to be. I'm going to continue to use this product like an overnight treatment and use SPF liberally the next morning. Highly recommend, even for dry skin!Tori

I had been searching Everywhere for a new moisturizer that was an inexpensive light oil or serum; whose got the $ for trials & damaging errors. Moving from a humid climate to a dry climate wreaked havoc. Both climates I sweat like crazy but after moving, gels & lotions started to sit & feel crusty on my face. Icky! They recommend mixing but it is amazing in itself. Hydrating & light with a great glow that really lasts. It repaired the blemishes that I had and keeps new ones at bay. I’ve been using it for 3 months with “glowing” satisfaction. I’m interested in trying one of their mists. Too bad they don’t have cleansers or toners.KBear

I don't usually write reviews, but I wanted to share this because I found another use for this that has results so far above what I expected from a complete experiment. The oils for hair out there are either heavy or have fragrance, which I'm extremely sensitive too. I had a large bottle of this squalane oil for use on my face and body, but decided, what the heck, why not see how it works. I can't believe it. I have long hair that is dyed, and I want to keep it long. Anyone who has been in that position knows the lower half can start to get dried out …. it's hard to hold onto length as you age. But then I tried this, lightly coating my hands and smoothing over the lower portion, from about to my ears down to the ends on wet, just-shampooed hair, and then a light swipe with my hands with the residual oil on the top to help with flyaways. Then I briefly blow dry to seal the hair cuticle. I don't need the comments of people (but it has been nice) to know the nourished, healthy look my hair now has. With no effect on the color at all. I wanted to pass this along. It is so lightweight and fabulous, I use on my face, arms, hands and legs, and now hair! So happy to find this product that feels clean and nourishing. Thank you!Tracy M.

I absolutely love this oil instead of a moisturizer! Always leaves my skin feeling fresh and moisturized. At the first your skin might seem oily but give it like 10 minutes and it absorbs. Best thing to do before putting any makeup on and it just blends so well with my concealer! I can’t say enough! Everyone ask me what my skin care routine and they all end up buying squalane from Timeless! Love it and I actually use to have oily skin and now I don’t because it was just overcompensating from dryness. I recommend to all my friends You won’t regret using this stuff!Kiara M.

Finally found the perfect cleanser for my face and skin type. I've already noticed a huge difference in overall oil reduction, texture, and clogged pores, so I'm pleased. I have combo oily/dry skin on my face, so some areas over produce oil and some areas are drier than a desert. But a couple of things I noticed about this cleanser is it works really well to unclog the oily areas and keep them moisturized a bit. After about 4 days, I did notice the salicylic acid starting to work and my face was flaking off, but that's what it's supposed to do. So I added some Jergens Ultra Healing lotion to my routine and WOW it's effective. The dry parts of my face are moist, the oily parts are moist but not oily. Would recommend.Luftherz

I have been dealing with constant breakouts for years, since middle school, and I’m 22 now. I just started using this face wash in May 2022 and it has been a life saver. Not only did it clear my breakouts but if I do breakout, it’s one or two pimples. Which for me is more than manageable and an improvement. It also has gradually been fading my acne scars as well. I have now sworn by this face wash to friends and family. This face wash is extremely gentle as my skin didn’t “purge” like it has when I first started using other face washes. If you’re stuck in a never ending cycle of constant breakouts PLEASE try this! This was the key ingredient of seeing real change of my skin in my skin care routine. I haven’t changed anything else.Alexis

I received the CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser for reviewing purposes. I have combination skin nose and chin very oily, forehead is super dry rest of face is normal. I also get hormonal acne. With all that said I find this product actually whole line really great. I have only been using for about 3 weeks so I am just over the purging stage but I am seeing my pores getting smaller also not having as much redness. It also great at getting a full face of makeup off. I recommend this product to everyone just know your skin will do a pruge so your skin will look worst before it looks better.Sami

I have combination skin prone to breakouts on the cheeks and chin, and quite bad blocked pores/blackheads on my cheeks. This cleanser has been a savour! It smells of grapefruit which I like and has slowly been working magic on my skin – I've had various people comment on how clear and glowy I am looking! Over only a week my skin is in much better condition, and definitely less redness too! The blocked pores are diminishing in size and for the first time in forever, my skin doesn't feel itchy/breakout when wearing makeup. I've been using this morning and evening, but if I feel as if my skin is a little dry then I'll drop to once a day. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is that this is a little harsh for my skin, and I have to be real quick at applying moisturiser after using as cheeks and nose otherwise get really dry and flaky. I've had to change to a slightly more intense moisturiser but it's worth it for the overall improvement in my skin (LA Roche-Posay hydrating mask is so good for putting moisture into the skin but not blocking pores) .Rosie

Very nice chemical exfoliating cleanser. This is my favourite of this type. Affordable price (when in discount around 5euros) and very effective even for the most sensitive skin. I use it with clarisonic or foreo and I really enjoy the exfoliating experience. It's foamy but leaves my skin so clean! When my skin needs a more gentle exfoliating step I use it alone without the brushes and works as a charm. I use a very tiny amount so the bottle lasts for ages! Worth to give it a try if suits your skin! I just finished my bottle and I think it lasted me 5 months or more! I'll need to find a good deal for it now 🙂giuseppe.a

I bought this along with Nip & Fab's nighttime glycolic fix and both have been a big disappointment. To be fair, I don't generally have oily skin, but this stuff just dried my skin out quite a bit without leaving it feeling any smoother or clearer. I don't have acne or anything- just the occasional zit and unevenness that I'm trying to address in the medium to long-term. Olive-toned skin. I do use some face washes that leave my skin feeling a little dry (but not to the point of feeling tight- just slightly ashy if I don't follow with a toner), but they ALSO leave my skin feeling very smooth and soft and a little toner and serum easily get rid of the dryness. However, it's weird to have just the dryness without the positive effects! Like with the nighttime gel, I can't help but doubt the claimed glycolic acid content. I've used other weaker glycolic products with much more noticeable and immediate results, and neither of these nip & fab products feels like it has any glycolic to me. They don't tingle at all. Weird. They're both going back ASAP.DBai

I have used this cleanser for a while, it has a really lovely, organic smell, so it's not overbearing. I also have dehydrated skin, so I don't want to use anything stripping. This is the 2nd step in my cleansing routine (following a balm), and it always leaves me feeling fresh and clean. 5/5 The moisturiser was a good summer one for my skin, I don't find it to be enough in winter, but it's very light, absorbs well and has the same scent as the cleanser, but it doesn't linger. 4/5Lisa

So far I really like both of the products in the Youth Stacks Daily Skin Health pack. They're great sizes to test a new product, and so far my skin is loving the cleanser AND the moisturizer. I haven't used them long enough to notice too much of a difference, but my sensitive skin reacts well to them. Will likely purchase both in their regular sizes soon!Alexis B.

The perfect duo. The cleanser is one of my favorites and I use on a daily basis. I love all the sizes it comes in and how fresh my face feels after using it. The moisturizer cream is the perfect texture for the summer. I love minis for travel and this duo is great for getting ready quickly in the morning. I've repurchased several times.Shannon L.

This small bundle of beauty opened the door to happy & healthy skin for me during this pandemic. I had been intensely searching for some clean products that would heal my new adult/acne induced by stress and mask wearing. After trying a handful of other “great” products, geared toward adult acne, everything Just seemed to further irritate my skin. I am lucky to say that I have never experienced such hard ship with acne until this pandemic began. For reference I’m 36 & pretty healthy. Nothing was helping & the acne was very painful and depressing! Until…I treated myself and tried this trial size bundle. It’s now my favorite skincare line & I’m thrilled that I randomly decided to try this. It hit all the marks for me in terms of company mission and high standards of eco-friendly and vegan/cruelty-free (a must)! To top it off, it left my very irritated maskne’fied skin almost instantly calm and on the way to healing. I also bought their tea tree cleanser. The combination of the products have balanced and healed my skin, I’m really just a nerd excited to share my experience bc I felt drained from the world and everything happening on my face didn’t help. I highly recommend this line to anyone struggling with maskne issues and/or scarring and redness. Even as it was beginning to heal the cystic acne I was having it reduced the redness after a day or two. Very happy customer! I have been using this now for about 3 months and my skin looks and feels great. Highly recommend!deedeesmum

I absolutely loved these products. They are formulated to moisturize and hydrate the same way your natural skin oils would, and they achieve exactly that. I have combination skin type, and it can be very difficult to find the perfect formula, as most products will either make my skin too oily or not moisturize/hydrate enough. These products contain very safe ingredients, are verified by the environmental work group (EWG), are vegan, cruelty free, nontoxic, paraben free and environmentally friendly. They are exactly what I was looking for. I did breakout a little bit around the third day of using them, but I’m honestly convinced it was because I could not stop touching my face after applying them due to my skin feeling so velvety. After the fifth or sixth day my skin was healed, and looking and feeling hydrated. Since their main ingredient (squalane) is a version of an oil naturally produced by our skin, they claim the skin recognizes the product and absorbs it immediately preventing the skin from feeling greasy. I can 100% confirm that is how it works, at least on combination skin. From this set, my night routine is: the marine algae eye cream, lactic acid night serum, omega repair cream and vitamin C rose oil From this set, my morning routine is: the probiotic gel moisturizer and vitamin C rose oil (additionally I use the peptide eye gel and zinc sheer mineral sunscreen in the mornings)nallely.t

I bought this set because I wanted to try both the Omega Repair Cream and the Squalane and Algae Eye Cream. These items are fairly pricey by themselves, so to get smaller versions of them with other Biossance items is a must-have if you want to try them all before you buy them separately. They appear quite small but they do last a sufficient amount of time to notice changes in your skin. I loved the lightweight nature of the probiotic gel moisturiser; the rose oil also smells and feels divine. The eye cream is soft and gentle but I have not noticed much differene to my skin with it. The same could be said for the lactic acid serum, which feels good in application but that it about it. Meanwhile, I'm not a huge fan of the omega repair cream: it is very cakey and does not smell very nice. On the whole, this set has helped me determine which items I would like to buy by offering me a chance to try before I invest. This is a brilliant idea.LottieS

After I hit 40, my skin really changed. It was very oily and I had pimples all the time on my chin and jawline. My complexion was red and ruddy. I tried a lot of different products. Nothing really worked until I started using this set. I only use it once a day before bed. I also use an oil free gel in the morning. The oil has decreased drastically and the redness is gone too. I have nearly blemish free clear skin now. I started to see results after about 2 weeks. For makeup I only use a bb cream and finishing powder. My skin has never looked better. Thanks proactive, I wish I hadn't waited so long to try it.Car78

In high school and college, I had little to no acne, but I did encounter staph at some point during time in athletics– which if you don't know, is hard to get rid of and is a serious issue. The worst part was the bacteria was on my face, so when I'd get a pimple from time to time, they would quickly develop into an abscess. It was devastating because 1) They were hideous and hard to hide on my face, 2) It seemed like I had no hygiene routine, but I was actually rigorous and careful about anything that came into contact with my face, 3) It was dangerous because some of the abscesses were very close to my eyes, and 4) Antibiotics did nothing to kill the staph so it seemed like it was gone, but came back again. My mother ordered me the Proactiv regimen after a sob-fest one evening (#teenagerhormones). The kit lasted a long time (a month or so?) and I never saw an abscess again. My face was clear and I was no longer embarrassed by hideous abscesses, Band-Aids, and poor attempts to cover it with makeup. My favorite part was the witch hazel toner– it felt nice, smelled fresh, and made my face bright/clear. I was never sure how Proactiv, and not antibiotics, killed the staph bacteria, but I was one happy teenager! If an anecdote will convince you to try it, then mission accomplished.STAPHanie

So I have PCOS which causes me to have hormonal acne at the wonderful age of 34. I thought I would be done with it after my teenage years but that is not the case. I was super happy to receive this voxbox and hopefully rid myself of this acne once again, Unfortunately that wasn't the case. Over all it did work when used daily. I had less active breakouts. I really liked the exfoliating scrub it left my skin feeling fresh and clean. I did use a better moisturizer on tip of the 2 that are provided with the kit because they were more drying with the active ingredients being benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. I did take away 1 star and probably should have take away another because as soon as I stopped using it after 2 weeks the acne came right back, I didn't expect it to 100% cure my issue because it is more hormonal than anything, but I did hope to see an improvement in the amount or severity of the breakouts, but that wasn't the case. I did stop using it after 2 weeks for 1 week so I could test it and see how it would function for someone who would be thinking my skin has cleared up I am good to go. I feel like this is a product you would have to continually use to see any benefits.felicia .w

After months of diligent internet research, I finally decided to try the Hero Cosmetics Clear Collective line. I purchased the jelly cleanser, toner, capsule toner, and lightning wand. I've never had problem skin – occasionally a tad oily but not usually one to break out severely. I purchased this product mid February and finally made the decision to return it back to Ulta. I've never had a set of products just completely mess with my skin. After a weeks worth of usage I started breaking out in a ton of "white heads" which I was told was just my skin being purged. I gave the products more time and it's just gotten to the point where my skin is red, broken out in acne, and uneven. The before picture of me smiling is what my skin looked like before I tried any Hero cosmetics products – the other side profiles are what my skin looked like afterwords. No dietary change, hormonal shift, etc. could have caused this. Leaving this review as a cautionary warning to anyone else whose thinking of trying this line of products.Sierra

I received a trial size in my Allure beauty box. I had never heard of this brand and probably wouldn't have ever tried it. But, I figured if Allure approved it, it must not be too bad. I don't have acne or scarring, but I am getting age spots. I also have a few freckles. You can't really notice my freckles unless you're close to me. Anyway I started using this on both my age spots and freckles. My age spots happen to be on my jawline. So I basically just rolled it from my temple on my cheek above my jaw to my nose. After about a week, I was actually surprised to notice my age spots were actually lighter. I continued to use it and after about two weeks, the dark spots and freckles both on whole area where I was applying it were lighter. It almost looked like I had highlighted that area of my face. I think this stuff is amazing! I like the idea of the application but it seems like it doesn't always work, the ball doesn't roll. And you don't know how much you have left. So I took one star away for thatMiss12

I've decided I really like this moisturizer. It feels almost like a light gel moisturizer, and seems to sit on the skin more than other moisturizers I've used. I feel like my skin is protected this way and it is a nice light layer between my skin and makeup. And when I don't wear makeup, it is absorbed enough so that my skin looks hydrated but is still protected. I bought this because I was using the Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream, and I was looking for alternatives to that. I came across Hyram's video about the Dr. Jart products, and then found out that Hyram now has his own skincare line. In the video, I also learned that essential oils can be harmful to your skin just like how general "fragrance" is harmful. It seemed like Hyram has done lots of research and is very knowledgeable of different skincare ingredients. I'm glad I tried this. I have very sensitive, dry skin and usually, foundation doesn't work with my skin very well. But, since I started using this moisturizer, makeup seems to be more even, and my skin looks and feels better without makeup. Thank you!K

First of all how bad can you rate a product that helps the world around it? Honestly. I cannot explain how much I love this product and how much I wish I could buy more of it. I remember reading reviews saying that if you have dry skin then you should consider looking somewhere else, and let me tell you that is bull! I have combination skin, but I do often get flare-ups of eczema on my face. Never in my life have I had a product that was able to keep my skin moisturized and not oily at the same time. I felt that I had to sacrifice one thing for another and that is just NOT true. Life-changing, honestly. Working to buy the whole collection soon haha, a college student has to take their products once at a time. However, I definitely know that I will be buying them all from Selfless by Hyram. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for changing how I feel about my skin. My routine for reference after washing: Morning: Niacinamide & Maracujá Daily Barrier Support Moisturizer, Sunscreen Bliss Block Star spf30 Night: Inkey List Niacinamide 10%, Retinol every other day, Niacinamide & Maracujá Daily Barrier Support Moisturizer.Madi M.

Bought this on a whim while on sale, not expecting much at all… I was shocked to find it controlling shine in my oil-slick of a T-zone, while simultaneously hydrating enough to prevent settling/breakdown in my under eye area. Absorbs quickly and doesn’t pill if over-applied (I run late often and in my haste have been known to overdue it). But this was definitely a win for me! Side note: after reading other reviews I was so confused by the comments regarding the scent. I made a point of checking mine as I applied, and then again rubbed into the back of my hand. I don’t smell, well, anything… good, bad or otherwise. Perhaps this changes with age/use/air exposure? I’ll watch for it.MsAppy

The texture is amazing and feels heavenly, it's like a whipped cream. And is quite heavy (in a good way). But unfortunately, it irritated the sensitive parts of my face, but then again my skin is pretty reactive. Maybe I used too much? (I used two pea sizes.) In any case, I'm not going to risk it again will instead use it on my neck. Customer Care: Hi Snowy, thanks for your review. I'm sorry that your skin was sensitive to our Omega+ Moisturizer. This isn't a typical response, but everyone's skin is unique and what might work for one person, does not for others. I'm glad to hear that you will continue to use this on your neck! The combination of light texture and intense hydration is a great way to replenish skin without weighing it down. Kind regards, Marissa – Paula's Choice Customer CareSnowy

I love this moisturizer! I came across it on a YouTube video while looking for hydrating moisturizers. I have combination skin and my skin feels so hydrated after using this. It’s important to note that I pair this with the Laniege hyaluronic revitalizing toner which is also very hydrating. I also use an exfoliating cleanser, Paula’s Choice vitamin C serum and Innisfree sunscreen during the day. I use the moisturizer at night as well with other products. Love the combo! I barely have any breakouts and the ones I’ve had healed sooo fast.Gbemsss

Paula’s Choice Omega+ Complex Moisturizer is a rich cream that nourishes dry skin and help improve moisture retention by using superfood omega fatty acids and replenishing ceramides and antioxidants. Key Ingredients: – Chia Seeds replenishes moisture and calms stressed skin – 5 Ceramides skin identical hydrators that visibly soften fine lines and wrinkles – Omega Fatty Acids (3, 6, and 9) help skin retain hydration by fortifying its vital moisture barrier – Flaxseed promotes visibly stronger, revitalized skin – Guava is a potent antioxidant and a source of Vitamin C This has a whipped creamy texture that feels smooth and buttery. It’s a cloudy-milk white in color and contains no fragrance. There is a natural scent to it but I don’t find it to be bothersome. It sinks into my skin easily but does leave behind a slight stickiness at first. I love that it doesn’t clog my pores or cause me breakouts. With ingredients like Omega Fatty Acids and Ceramides this moisturizer is super nourishing and soothing and is great for barrier repair and irritated skin. I’ve used 2 travel sizes over the past month and my skin is smooth and soft after each use, skin appears to be more supple and visibly healthier. I don’t find this to be occlusive enough for me at night so I use in my AM routine. I would recommend to all skin types. PROS: ✅ Free of Fragrance and Alcohol ✅ Doesn’t clog pores or cause breakouts ✅ Nourishing and Soothing ✅ Skin is softer and more smooth ✅ Skin is more supple ✅ Doesn’t leave skin feeling greasy ✅ Helped repair compromised skin barrier ✅ Skin appears healthier CONS: ❌ Not always occlusive/moisturizing enough for me ❌ The natural scent may not be for everyone ❌ Leaves skin feeling slightly sticky for a bitcourtney .h

This stuff is holy grail to my face and skin! Nothing ever worked with breakouts I always had to deal with them when I felt them painfully coming in! Not anymore. I bought this stuff and put it aside because I wasn’t fully done with the other face wash. HUGE MISTAKE! One morning I woke up with a painful pimple trying to come through the surface and I got tired of feeling useless and not trying to help my face and that darn pimple so I applied some of this all over my face and neck area as instructed on the packaging. The next morning I woke up and had NO BREAKOUTS and my face felt and looked so clean and clear!!! I won’t vouch and say it removes blackheads, BUT my acne is completely gone. And to me that’s what matters! I use strips for blackheads and this product for my daily wash twice a day! The price is just right also and a little goes a long way! I’ll be buying this for the rest of my acne days!!! 30 years old and I’ve struggled with acne my entire life! (USE A SPF MOISTURIZER AS YOU NORMALLY WOULD AFTER USING THIS PRODUCT AS IT TENDS TO DRY OUT FACE)jessica.b

For the past three years, I've been using PanOxyl face wash. My physician prescribed this face wash because I was looking for something to help with my acne. I've always had reasonably clear skin, but I've always had oily skin with acne scars. After doing so many sports and sweating so much, I started getting severe acne. I started using the 10% Benzoyl Peroxide face wash on both my face and back, and I noticed a difference in both areas within a week. My acne scars started to diminish, and I saw very few pimples. Because I have incredibly sensitive skin, I was initially hesitant because my dermatologist warned me that it could irritate my skin. I've been using this product twice daily for the past three years, and my skin isn't as acne-prone. I finally feel like I've found a great face wash that makes me confident in my natural skin, which many people can't say.One of the negative aspects of this product is that it can bleach your clothing, towels, and other items, but this can easily be avoided if used cautiously. Another adverse effect of this face cleanser is that it dries out your skin, but I use a little moisturizer to prevent this. Overall, I would recommend this to anyone with acne-prone skin looking for a stronger face cleanser. This face cleanser is one of my favorites, and it has done wonders for my skin. It's also quite affordable, and you can find it in almost any drug store.Irene Christoforos

Have you tried everything to rid your face and shoulders of acne?! Well my husband has, from Clinique's new acne line to Murad Salicylic acid products and Proactive all with no improvement! Over they years we have spent endless time and $$$ trying to help his skin improve. I am so happy to say we found the holy grail in PanOxyl, while being a bit to harsh for my less oily skin it has worked wonders for his overly oily skin in just a week of use! Being that it has the highest concentration of Benzoyl Peroxide (the ingredient in proactive but has a much higher amount per bottle) you can find without a prescription makes it safe to use unlike the damaging side effects he endured using Acutane at age 19. I have him using a gel or water based moisturizer after to replace some of the moisture it removes plus sunblock as this product can cause skin to be more sensitive to harsh UV rays. It has cleared his adult acne to almost zero in just a week, I can't stress that enough. He is much happier with the results than he ever has and I'm a much happier wife knowing he feels good about his skin (and I can stop hunting for more products)! We've added this product to our #morningroutinedarcy.d

Wow, this stuff goes fast! So, the SkinCeuticals vitamin C serums seem to last for ages: 5 drops daily, it lasts for several months. This hydrating gel, on the other hand, was totally used up in maybe 2-ish months? Maybe I used too many drops at a time (shrug). It is viscous and a bit slimy, but absorbs quickly and leaves no residue. I used it after a light toner and followed it with a light moisturizer. While it is very hydrating upon application, my skin didn't feel extra hydrated throughout the day, nor did I notice any cumulative effects with continuous daily usage for a duration of 2+ months. I categorize hydration/moisture products as either adding water to the skin or keeping water in the skin. This is an "adding water" kind of product, for sure. Nothing personal against the product, but it just doesn't seem like a good enough bang for my buck. I may consider repurchasing one day in the winter, if my skin feels super dry (and maybe I'll pair it with a more heavy-duty moisturizing lotion or cream?) But a regular moisturizing lotion feels sufficient for my face at this time.Katherine

I originally tried this formula at the recommendation of my Dermatologist while acclimating to Tretinoin (for anti-aging and overall skin health) a couple of years ago. This product and the H.A. Intensifier did nothing for my skin; the latter caused significant irritation. That said, adjusting to Tretinoin (Retin-A) is an infamous battle regardless. Fast forward 2 years and decided to repurchase Hydrating B5 Gel and wow…I can finally appreciated what all the hype is about with this formula! It’s beautiful and my skin is incredibly hydrated, tighter pores, even tone, and a bit of a glow. I’ve also been using the Serum 10 AOX+, so the glow could be from that, but overall, I am incredibly satisfied and will continue to repurchase. FYI: I have a normal skin type that can lean dry in the NY Winters. My skin can be reactive/sensitive although that has improved significantly after 2 years of Tretinoin.JamiGrace

I'm not exaggerating when I say that this product has completely transformed my skin. Since I was a teenager, I would suffer from acne and redness, mostly lots of small bumps (closed comedones) all over my forehead and around my nose. I've tried all sorts of products – lots of strong, drying cleansers, topical treatments, various exfoliators, but honestly just accepted that my skin wouldn't budge. After a few weeks of using this serum, my acne was significantly better. I've used this product twice a day for over a year, and I rarely get acne now, only small red splotches that often vanish overnight. My typical routine now is super simple and basically the same 2x a day; just the Cerave renewing SA cleanser, this TO Niacinamide, then a moisturizer & spf in the AM. I try to exfoliate twice a week, but even in weeks where I fall off this habit, my skin stays clear thanks to this serum. I almost never write reviews for products, but am writing this now so anyone with similar skin issues to me can give this serum a try! I had never tried other niacinamide products before this, so I imagine other niacinamide solutions would also work well for me – but this TO serum is so affordable, I don't plan on trying anything else any time soon.Jess

This serum has been an almost-miracle product for my sensitive, redness-prone, blemish-prone skin. My only qualm with it is that it SERIOUSLY STINGS if you apply it to any active breakouts or broken skin. My skin was in seriously terrible condition due to a Lupus flare and hormonal acne, but after everything healed, I have been able to use this without irritation, following it with the Hyaluronic Acid/B5 serum, Pycnogenol, and Marula Oil (or moisturizing factor lotion). It really has transformed the texture of my skin, to a more noticeable degree than most of The Ordinary's other products (besides the Alpha Lipoic Acid serum, which I miss so much). My pores are refined, especially on my forehead, nose, chin, and cheeks on either side of my nose. Once prone to being easily-inflamed, sensitive areas of my face are no longer red, and now look more smooth. Oily patches, especially my nose, are less-oily. I have fewer clogged pores and blackheads, and less blemishes from irritation. I purchased the 2oz bottle from The Ordinary's website, since I apply this to my chest, upper arms, and back as well, as I sometimes have breakouts from malassezia. It also quickly fades the purple/red post-blemish marks on my very fair skin. It does make my skin feel drier and tight if I don't moisturize thoroughly afterwards, especially during this part of the winter, so keep that in mind. The price also makes it easier to use it liberally where ever I need it. Other than the stinging, it's a fantastic serum for my very high-maintenance, 30-year-old skin.arh

I heard amazing things about this product and did some digging into all the great benefits niacinamide and zinc have for the skin, and it seemed like it would help target my main skin concerns! I was aware of the possibility that I may experience purging and that some people can have allergic reactions but it's incredibly rare to the point where many dermatologists will assume its not an allergy to niacinamide, rather another ingredient present in the product that the person reacted to. I knew niacinamide was meant to help with the skin barrier as well as brightening and texture improvement, all things I struggle with. I did a bit more digging and noticed that the tested amounts shown to be effective and safe for the skin range between 2-5%. To be clear, I'm not saying 10% is bad or dangerous, it's just not as tried and true as that 2-5% range that's been studied many times. Like all new products, I did a 48 hour patch test on my arm as directed by The Ordinary's guidelines, and had no issues. Before starting my routine I used their (very helpful!) resource for when and how often to use specific products and to only introduce one new product at a time to prevent irritation/negative effects. What I'm a little upset about, is the lack of easily accessible information about how this product can cause irritation (among other negative effects) for people with non-oily skin. After about a week of use (3 drops for face and neck), my cheeks became hard like rough leather… I also felt a burning sensation after each use, but really wanted to give it a chance and went back to the basics (cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen) and I still had issues and my skin continued to harden and dry up. I was frustrated and confused because I couldn't find answers as to why I was having such a strange reaction anytime I used this product. Eventually, after much digging, I discovered that this should not be used by those with dry skin, especially at such a high concentration of 10%. I still stand by niacinamide and zinc as skincare ingredients, they are excellent for your skins health and have really helped many people in their skincare journey. This can be a great option for those struggling with acne prone skin and textural irregularities (if you have an oilier skin type). I'm here because I don't want other people with similar skin types to mine to buy this and feel lost or confused if they have a bad reaction. It's not that your skin is being ridiculous or difficult, it just may be that the concentration is too high, or that niacinamide may not be something you use as an active/solo-ingredient in your daily/weekly skincare routine. I challenge The Ordinary to include a section under this product outlining that if you have dry skin, that this product may cause issues, or better yet, offer a niacinamide product formulated for people with dry and/or sensitive skin to increase inclusivity. All in all, I hope whoever chooses to read this lengthy review, that you feel more informed and empowered to make a confident decision for yourself. By no means do I dislike The Ordinary, I LOVE all the other products I have from them! I just wish I had been advised about the potential issues if you don't have more of an oily/combo skin type.MMB