Say Goodbye To Blemishes With These Quick Tips!

No pimple, no problem. With that being said, unfortunately, we’re all not always blessed with the best skin. Even as adults, some of us still go through breakouts, just as we thought we’ve grown out of our pubescent years. Getting rid of your zits may be a little tricky to begin with, but with this guide, growing another bump on your face might just be the least of your worries.

1. Choosing The Right Makeup Remover 

We’ve to admit, sometimes we’re pretty darn lazy to follow up on our skincare routine at night, especially after a long day. Nonetheless, being lazy shouldn’t be an excuse to neglect our daily skincare regime. Think about it — your face is the first part of you that others see when they meet you. Give a good first impression and put your best face forward by taking more care of your skin.

DR.JART+ Dermaclear Micro Water Set, $27.60. Available at Sephora.

According to research, when you leave your makeup on overnight, your skin is more susceptible to the free radicals in the environment. Dr Eric Schweiger, the founder of Clear Clinic, also mentions that “these free radicals cause the breakdown of collagen resulting in fine lines on the skin. Additionally, makeup can clog the pores while you sleep, resulting in the development of acne.”

One of the best makeup removing cleansers in the market would be the Micro Water by Dr Jart. This product comes in a water-like consistency that’s light to the skin and does an amazing job at removing all the gunk and other impurities off your face. It has gentle formula so you won’t have to worry about it drying out your skin and stripping away the oils. As someone who swears by double cleansing, I’d deem this as my holy grail product I can’t live without.

Here are others to consider!

Makeup Removers (L – R): Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Milk 200ml, $52. Kate Somerville Cold Cream Moisturizing Cleanser + Makeup Remover, $70. Tatcha Pure One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil 150ml, $ 67. Available at Sephora.

2. Zap Those Zits Away With These Acne Treatments

If you have a stubborn zit that’s ready to pop, don’t touch it just yet! Treat your zits with the right kind of acne treatments. Some of the key ingredients to look out for in products when treating a spot for your acne woes include:

  • Benzoyl Peroxide – Kills bacteria that causes acne, removes excess oil and dead skin cells which can clog pores. However, stronger isn’t necessarily better. Keep a lookout for the types and the amount of active ingredients in the product before purchasing it. Evven products with 2.5% of Benzoyl Peroxide work as good as those with stronger concentrations.
  • Salicylic Acid – Prevent pores from being clogged.
  • Alpha Hydroxy Acids – AHA, in short, removes dead skin cells and reduces inflammation. It also stimulates the growth of new, smoother skin, while improving acne scars and minimising pores.
  • Sulphur – Removes dead skin cells and remove excess oil. However, you should be careful with products containing sulfur in them as it may cause dry skin.

 

COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch, $5.31. Available at Watsons.

A cult favourite to many, the Acne Pimple Master Patch by COSRX should be part of your arsenal when treating hormonal acne and is specially formulated to instantly zap your zits away overnight. It doesn’t stop there, these pimple patches also help in tackling stubborn blackheads and whiteheads too! These pimple patches literally absorb all the bacteria, oil and impurities from your skin while preventing any scarring.

These patches are made of cellulose, polymers, adhesives, and liquid paraffin – in summary, it’s practically like a band-aid to your pimple that sucks all the bad gunk out in the cellulose gum, barely leaving any marks on your skin. It comes in three different sizes and helps to flatten and heal cystic acne faster too! Trust me, when it comes to pimple patches like this product, it works all the time; which explains why it’s a hot seller at Watsons!

Medicube Red Body Bar, $24. Available at Guardian.

Have sensitive or irritated skin? Acne is a common enemy for many of us who aren’t as blessed to have blemish-free skin. Pimples don’t just grow on our faces, but on our body too. If you have a favourite off-the-shoulder top or a backless dress that you’ve had your eyes on but can’t wear because of your body acne, well, Medicube’s Red Body Bar might joust do the trick.

Formulated with tea tree oil, red bean and basil, the Red Body Bar by Medicube helps to soothe the skin while gently removing dead skin cells and on the back and chest area. Forget about being conscious, and be nothing but confident while strutting down in that cute outfit that you’ve been dying to wear.

UNI- Life Skincare Acne Skin Treatment Essence, 10ml, $68. Available online and at Robinsons Raffles City from September 25th onwards.

You know the saying, “Prevention is always better than cure.” Avoid the occurrence of acne with UNI- Skincare’s Acne Skin Treatment Essence. Despite its miniature-sized packaging, applying this power-packed product twice a day goes a long way. Besides reducing the occurrence of acne, regular application of this essence helps to control excessive oil secretion, reduce the size of pores, redness and swelling, and helps to repair and heal the skin too! It’s suitable for all skin types, so it’s perfect for those with sensitive and acne prone skin.

3. Find The Right Shade of Concealer

Anyone who has suffered from acne problems or breakouts knows how tough it is to conceal that unwelcome-mega zit on your face while having to worry about everyone staring at your skin. There are a ton of concealers out there in the market but which concealer works best in covering up your red or dark spots?

Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Brightening Concealer, $35. Available at Sephora.

This brings us to the next point: finding the right concealer. Try Benefit Cosmetics’ Boi-ing Brightening Concealer. It gives full coverage and brightens the spot as well. Another benefit that this concealer has is that it doesn’t budge, so it’s great for spots and even your undereye circles too!

 

DR.JART+ Cicapair Derma Green-Cure Solution, $77. Available at Sephora.

The search for a correcting treatment that covers and treats acne is finally over. Dr Jart’s Cicapair Re-Cover Solution is a green-to-beige colour-correcting treatment that’s formulated to cover blemishes while restoring the look of the skin’s strength, health and vitality. This highly raved product is a popular pick by many for it has worked wonders on the skin. We’d recommend using it as a base before using a concealer on top of it, for that extra full coverage look you’re going for. On top of that, this hot pick also comes with SPF 30, to help protect your skin from environmental aggressors that harm your skin on a day-to-day basis.

 

IT Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Dual Airbrush Concealer #2, $32. Available at Sephora.

Is it better to apply your concealers with your fingertips or a makeup brush? Well, there’s certainly no right way of applying it because it all depends on what you’re comfortable with. However, if you want to achieve a flawless, airbrushed look that’s full coverage, we’d recommend you to go for the latter. Brushes like the one from IT Cosmetics are designed especially for blending out concealers. The two ends of the brushes have different densities that allow you to customise the kind of finish you want to achieve and makes it easier for you to get around the corners of your face for a hassle-free experience.