For breakouts:
Benzoyl peroxide (kills bacteria)
Salicylic acid (clears pores)
Sulfur (dries deep pimples)
Retinoids (prevent/treat acne)
Niacinamide (calms + reduces oil)
For scars:
Azelaic acid (fades spots, smooths skin)
Vitamin C or alpha arbutin (brightens)
AHAs (exfoliate, improve texture)
Retinoids (help fade scars)
Silicone gel (for raised scars)
Pro options: peels, microneedling, lasers, or prescriptions if it’s severe.
And always use sunscreen!
@Fatima is there any I can’t use while breastfeeding ?
I'd say retinoids (retinol, tretinoin, adapalene), oral acne meds (like Accutane), high-dose salicylic acid, hydroquinone.
Of course always check with you gp to be sure.
For breakouts: Benzoyl peroxide (kills bacteria) Salicylic acid (clears pores) Sulfur (dries deep pimples) Retinoids (prevent/treat acne) Niacinamide (calms + reduces oil) For scars: Azelaic acid (fades spots, smooths skin) Vitamin C or alpha arbutin (brightens) AHAs (exfoliate, improve texture) Retinoids (help fade scars) Silicone gel (for raised scars) Pro options: peels, microneedling, lasers, or prescriptions if it’s severe. And always use sunscreen!