Blackheads/Pores regime

Mid-Range routine for Blackheads & Open Pores (Dry skin)

TL;DR

Their beginner friendly routine focuses on blackheads and open pores on dry skin. This regime uses The Pink Foundry Acne & Oil Control Intense Serum alongside Episoft Cleansing Lotion, Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Age Shield Fluid Face Sunscreen and Dot & Key Barrier Repair Moisturizer (use sandwich method if the salicylic acid makes your skin dry).

Written & reviewed by Dr Surbhi, MD (Dermatology)

Your routine

4 products · am and pm
  1. Step 1 (AM)

    Episoft

    Episoft Cleansing Lotion

    Episoft Cleansing Lotion

    Episoft

    Episoft Cleansing Lotion

    Dermatocare Select

    Face wash built on a surfactant system of 0 ultra-mild + 1 mild + 0 strong + 0 soap bases. Aligned to dry skin with any skin concern, especially sensitive skin. Does not contain any ingredient under review against our database criteria.

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  2. Step 2 (AM)

    Neutrogena

    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Age Shield Fluid Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Age Shield Fluid Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

    Neutrogena

    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Age Shield Fluid Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

    Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Age Shield Fluid Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ is non-tinted, built on 4 new-gen + 0 old-gen + 1 mineral filters, and covers UVB, UVA, but not Blue light, Visible light, Infra-Red, Pollution Support. It's aligned to oily, combination/normal non-sensitive skin for preventing ageing/tanning, suitable for red pimples or blackheads/pores. We could not find In-vivo / In-vitro test data for SPF and PA ratings on the brand website. Brands are welcome to contact us to update this.

    Since you have blackheads, it's best to avoid unnecessary layering of products. Just wash your face and apply this sunscreen, as it hydrates and protects your skin. However, if your skin feels dry after using salicylic acid at night, you can apply a moisturiser before applying this sunscreen.

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This regime is educational content reviewed by a dermatologist. It is not a prescription and does not replace an in-person consultation. Some links may be affiliate links.