I thought my acne days were far gone when I entered my late twenties, chalking it up to just a teen problem that won’t affect my adult skin. Little did I know that adult acne is very much a thing, and I suffer from it with every lifestyle change, hormonal imbalance, and an occasional cocktail on a Friday night after work. These tiny, pus-filled blemishes are the bane of my existence. I lose confidence, it hurts when I sleep on my face, and I want to scratch it all the time. But alas, popping my pimple, no matter how much I want to, is not an option. I am always on the hunt for formulations that gently yet effectively treat my acne and repair my weak skin barrier. I usually stay away from harsh treatment options since they are not sustainable for my pollution-ridden city-mouse skin. My skin needs the pampering and coddling I don’t give myself.
So, when CeraVe launched their new Blemish Control Range for acne and related skin concerns, I had to hop on the bandwagon and give it a shot. I tried their 2% Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Cleanser, the Retinol Serum, and Acne Spot Treatment Gel. And this is an ode to this range that actually worked wonders for my skin. Without further ado, let’s get into the good, better, and best things about this range, so you can decide whether to add them to your cart or how fast.
What Sets The CeraVe Blemish Control Range Apart
Whenever we think of acne control, we think the faster the better, the stronger the faster. Well, both of these statements are untrue. When you use strong chemicals to treat your acne, these chemicals break your fragile skin barrier and attack the acne-causing bacteria. But in this process, your skin barrier weakens, making it sensitive to other issues, such as redness, early signs of ageing, and inflammation. Moreover, acne is not an overnight process; it usually takes a day (and some) for the sebaceous gland to form irregularities (such as bumps, cysts, and pimples) on the skin. So, looking to heal it overnight may reduce the acne-causing bacteria and active acne, but it definitely can damage your skin in the long run. This is why the CeraVe Blemish Control Range is ideal: it’s gentle, made with skin-friendly ingredients, and formulated by dermatologists who know and understand every skin type, especially the ones that need special care.
Gentle Ingredients
After 20 years in the skin care industry, you can trust CeraVe to deliver ingredients that are softer on the outside and effective on the inside. The 2% salicylic acid, 3 essential ceramides, liquorice root extract, niacinamide, and retinol are all common ingredients formulated with precision to break the blemish cycle without breaking your skin barrier function.
Routine-Oriented
This recently launched range consists of a cleanser, an exfoliating serum, and a moisturiser, all the essentials you need to treat, repair, exfoliate, and moisturise your skin. More than the number of products, you need consistency to help your skin reach its skin goals. It works even better when all the products in your CSM routine belong to the same ingredient family for compatible ingredients.
Legacy Care
Their moisturisers, cleansers, and lotions have always helped dry and sensitive skin types, due to their elevated formulations, rich ingredients, and dermatological care. Even though they are a 20-year-old company, they cater to the modern and urban skin concerns and manage to stay relevant on social media, among the younger audiences being captivated by their formulation.
The CeraVe Blemish Control Range
Here’s what I like about the new Blemish Control Range from CeraVe:
CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser
Made with salicylic acid and purifying clay, this cleansing gel helps clear acne signs while solving the vicious oil cycle with no additional irritations. The three additional ceramides help restore and maintain the skin barrier's health. It also prevents trans-epidermal water loss due to the abundance of niacinamide.
CeraVe Blemish Control Gel
Reduce blemishes and imperfections while maintaining the skin barrier with no added irritations. This gel is formulated with AHAs (glycolic acid and lactic acid) and BHA (salicylic acid) along with the ceramides and niacinamide. Due to its molecular size, it acts on different levels of the skin, offering a complete exfoliation while maintaining the skin's hydration levels.
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum
Enriched with encapsulated retinol and liquorice root extract, this serum accelerates surface cell exfoliation and reduces the appearance of discolouration and post-acne marks without any irritation. It also helps repair the skin barrier and replenish natural hydration while brightening your overall complexion.
Parting Thoughts
CeraVe has consistently delivered powerful results with minimal ingredients to address everyday concerns that affect the masses alike. And their Blemish Control Range is a testament to that very mission, as it focuses on treating and repairing your acne without disturbing the skin barrier.
FAQs
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How to apply the CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum?
Dispense a pea-sized amount of the resurfacing serum onto your fingertips and gently apply it to your face. Make sure to avoid your eyes, lips, and nose. Start with a smaller amount and build your way up, since retinol doesn’t suit every skin type right from the start.
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How to reduce acne fast?
Acne is not an overnight concern that needs an overnight solution. If you use harsh chemicals to expedite the process, it can damage your skin barrier and make your skin more prone to damage and an acne breakout.
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What works for acne-prone skin?
If you have active acne, use cleansers and gels with 2% salicylic acid and use moisturisers and gels with ceramides and niacinamide.
