Red pimples regime

Routine for Red Pimples & Blackheads for Dry Skin (Above ₹5000)

TL;DR

This routine focuses on red pimples, blackheads and post-acne dark spots on dry skin for both beginners and advanced users. It uses Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster (AM, 0.5% Salicylic Acid) and CeraVe Blemish Control Gel (PM, 2% Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid), alongside CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser, CeraVe Moisturising Lotion and Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Sunscreen SPF 50+.

Written & reviewed by Dr Surbhi, MD (Dermatology)

Your routine

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

    CeraVe

    CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

    CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

    CeraVe

    CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser

    Dermatocare Select

    CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser is built on a surfactant system of 2 ultra-mild + 0 mild + 0 strong + 0 soap bases with Ceramides. 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)

    Paula’s Choice

    Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster

    Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster

    Paula’s Choice

    Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster

    Dermatocare Select

    Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Serum, formulated with 0.5% Salicylic Acid and Adenosine is aligned to Oily, Combination/Normal, Dry sensitive skin, with skin concern of Uneven dull skin, Melasma/PIH/Tanning, Red pimples, Post-acne redness, and Blackheads/Pores.

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  3. Step 3 (AM)

    CeraVe

    CeraVe Moisturising Lotion

    CeraVe Moisturising Lotion

    CeraVe

    CeraVe Moisturising Lotion

    Dermatocare Select

    CeraVe Moisturising Lotion features golden trio of ceramide. Aligned to oily, combination/normal, dry, sensitive skin types with any skin concern.

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  4. Step 4 (AM)

    Neutrogena

    Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ (50ml)

    Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ (50ml)

    Neutrogena

    Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ (50ml)

    Dermatocare SelectNew Gen Filters Only

    Neutrogena Hydro Boost Face Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ is non-tinted, built on 4 new-gen filters and 1 mineral filter, with no old-gen filters. It covers UVB and UVA, but not Blue light, Visible light, Infra-Red, or Pollution Support. It is suitable for oily, dry, and combination/normal skin for following skin concern- blackheads, ageing, pigmentation (with a layer of foundation), acne, and rosacea. We could not find In-vivo / In-vitro test data for SPF and PA ratings on the brand website. Happy to update on brand request.

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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.