I am in search of a moisturizer that leaves you feeling really hydrated but is also good for oily acne prone skin. Nothing with salicylic acid or SPF but bonus if it has niacinimide. Something I can use day or night and feel really hydrated afterwards. I currently use Murad nutrient charged water gel but looking for a cheaper alternative. Thinking of trying paulas or even first aid.

Finding a moisturizer

Looking for a sunscreen to add to my routine. Until now I just used moisturizer that had it in it. But those are running out and I’ve since added regular moisturizer without sunscreen so now need a stand alone sunscreen. I have combo/oily skin. Nothing that will clog pores. Prefer something really light weight. There are so many to pick from. Bonus if it’s easily found in the US. I’ll order online if I must but getting at a store is preferable. TIA

choosing a sunscreen

I am looking for a new night moisturizer. I have oily/combo acne prone skin so nothing that will clog my pores. I’m wanting something that melts into my skin but still feels rich and hydrating. I feel like a Gel isn’t thick enough for night time but thick creams feel too heavy for me. Suggestions? TIA!

Night Moisturizer recommendation

I have products with different active ingredients and want to know which ingredients to use together and what to avoid. If my cleanser has salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide for example can I use something with a brightening ingredient like vitamin C in my moisturizer? Do you have to pick one active ingredient per application (day/night)? I want to get the most out of my products/routine without damaging my skin. Below is what products I have (most sample sizes) that I struggle with what to combine or not to combine or what to use by itself with other products that don’t have an active ingredient (something basic just hydrating). I struggle with adult acne and am concerned with aging. I think some of my acne is caused by my lack of skincare knowledge. I also have scaring from past breakouts. Hoping to figure out a routine to solve the acne which will help prevent future scaring and also fight aging. Other product recommendations welcome.

Ingredients in my routine

Nothing bad about the product itself but wouldn’t complain if it was cheaper. 

Feels so hydrating and has not broken me out! Other vit c’s end up causing closed comedones or a breakout. Finally found my go to vitamin C. 

Nothing bad. First time I used it tingled a bit. But only with the first use. 

I have been struggling with acne for over a year now. Tried everything and even on Rx strength Adapalene. Noting has worked until this cleanser. I know skincare is a slow process but I literally saw a night and day difference in my skin in 3 days. Im so happy to finally see some improvement in my skin and will re purchase. 

MeganC