Dr Marko Lens' Response

Cleanser

‘The cleanser you are using is absolutely fine. It contains Salicylic Acid and it will serve the purpose. The whole point is to use some acids with anti-inflammatory effects while effectively cleansing the skin.’

‘Acids help to reduce inflammation, which is an important triggering factor in acne.’

Exfoliater

‘I was looking at the exfoliator you were using and I don’t think that this is necessary for you because this is actually not a proper exfoliator, this is a cleanser. This cleanser is based on mineral oils and these are never good for skin that is suffering from acne. I would completely avoid this step and instead use exfoliating pads, containing different alpha-hydroxy acids. After cleansing you use the pad and wipe your skin for a proper exfoliation.’

‘Because you have young skin, I would suggest a very delicate type of exfoliation. It’s good that you mentioned not using exfoliants with beads in because this would cause abrasion to the skin.’

Hyaluronic Acid

‘It’s good you are using this in your routine as it is a great ingredient which adds moisture and it’s a good step after the exfoliation of the skin’

Moisturiser

‘For the dryness you are experiencing during exfoliation, I would suggest changing the moisturiser and using an emollient based moisturiser. This avoids mineral oil-based moisturisers, which are comedogenic and can cause breakouts’

Recommendations:

I am very happy to send you some Zelens products to try!

Stay tuned for the next episode of Real Skin Stories, where Kitty tries her new skincare routine as recommended by Dr. Marko Lens.