Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin

This section is probably going to be the biggest out of all of the recommended moisturizer blog posts since this is also meant to be for sensitive/easily irritated skin as well.

I recommended those with this skin type to go for "oil-free" products because you want hydration but without layering more oil on top of skin that already has excess oils. Seek an SPF (atleast 35) to protect skin from further irritation/damage caused by uva/uvb rays. GO NATURAL!! Try to stay away from artificial and harsh chemicals that would make the skin dried out. When you're shopping for moisturizers, look for these labels: Non-comedogenic, paraben-free, and hypo-allergenic.

1. Clean & Clear Dual Action Moisturizer. It's designed to fight blemishes and/or acne breakouts since it contains 0.5% Salicylic acid to treat and heal acne. The lightweight formula is extremely hydrating and refreshing. 

2. Jurlique Calendula Cream. Jurlique's Cream is infused with healing components: Witch Hazel and spilanthes for acne treatment. Also, it includes avocado, aloe vera to sooth skin and reduces redness. This product concentrates on healing the skin with aloe while reducing inflammation with acne on skin. 

3. Aveeno Clear Complexion Daily Moisturizer. Clear Complexion is oil-free, non comedogenic (won't clog pores) and I suggest using a very small amount for soothing your complexion which helps heal acne. A little goes a long way with this moisturizer and leaves skin supple.

4. Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Moisturizer. Burt's Bees combats acne with naturally derived salicylic acid and soothes skin tremendously . It also calms redness with ingredients: lemongrass, witch hazel, golden seal, and hops. The natural ingredients relieves the skin of any harsh chemicals and/or artificial sulfates. 

5. Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturizer SPF 35 . This soothing SPF is a great relief for acne problems since it "contains helioplex technology for optimal relief from sun damage and/or other environmental hazards that can irritate/damage skin". It's hypoallergenic, non comedogenic, fragrance-free, lightweight, and has comfortable coverage. 

6. Philosophy Clear Days Ahead Moisturizer. Philosophy is an oil-free, salicylic acne treatment that has a breathable formula that contains antimicrobial and oligopeptide-10 to begin treating and healing acne instantly. 

7. Bosnia Oil-Free Daily Hydration SPF 15. Boascia gives you protection against uva/uvb rays and has a comfortable, light-weight feel. It reduces appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles since it's packed with strong anti-bacterias to treat germs and sebum that can increase the risk for breakouts. 

8. Clinique Acne Solutions All-Over Clearing Treatment. One of the most powerful soothing treatments that seals off acne-causing agents! Their medicated treatment fights blemishes and other bacteria without drying out your skin. It leaves a nice, silky complexion while reducing any skin irritations. 

9. Derma E Very Clear Moisturizer. Derma E contains blemish fighting ingredients: Willow bark, Tea Tree, Rose Wood, Chamomile, and Lavender. The natural, acne fighting formula sufficiently aids in treating, healing, and soothing blemishes with antibacterial components. It restores balance to the skin without over-moisturizing or clogging pores while significantly reducing redness and inflammation. 

10. Cetaphil Derma Control Moisturizer SPF 30. Cetaphil is highly recommended by many dermatologists because it contains healing zinc, ceramide, and oleo technology to protect skins natural moisture while fighting acne. Their moisturizer has a beautiful matte finish that provides uva/uvb protection to soothe rough spots and reduce redness. It truly leaves the skin feeling supple with age-defying components. 

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