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I love talking about skincare. I love learning about skincare. It’s for these reasons why I wanted to become a dermatologist. I have struggled with acne for such a large portion of my life. It’s such a hard thing to deal with, so instead of resenting it, I slowly learned to accept it. I took on the challenge and put more time and effort into learning about my skin. I learned to listen to my skin. I learned which products my skin hated and which products my skin thrived on. And through this, my love for skincare developed. I got a job in the Beauty Boutique at Shoppers Drug Mart and learned even more about skincare. It became a way to deal with my acne. If I couldn’t cure it, at least I could understand it a bit more and learn how to help it. Now, I’m twenty years old and my skin is far better than it used to be, however it is definitely not perfect. But, I have come to terms with that. As I’ve said before in numerous blog posts, acne isn’t the worst thing in the world. Yes, it’s frustrating. Yes, it sucks. But, with time and patience and using the right products for your skin, it will get better.
The latest skincare line I tried out isClean & Clear. I tried out the products for their Acne Prone morning routine. The first product in the routine is the Continuous Control acne cleanser which penetrates into pores to ensure all the oil and makeup is removed day and night. This acne cleanser contains 5% benzoyl peroxide to fight any breakouts. I’ve never actually used a cleanser with benzoyl peroxide in it so I was definitely a fan of that! The creamy texture foamed up nicely and left my skin feeling soft and refreshed.
The next product in the routine is the Persa-gel 5 which is a wonderful acne treatment. Similar to the acne cleanser, this acne treatment also has 5% benzoyl peroxide, however it’s special formulation releases the medication deep into pores to stop breakouts right at the source and thus preventing them from coming back! This product is truly a lifesaver for any pesky pimples.
The last step is applying the Morning Burst Hydrating Gel. This face moisturizer has such a nice texture. The gel formula is specially suited for oily skin types to ensure your skin stays non-greasy. It feels so hydrating and soothing on the skin! My favorite thing about this face moisturizer however is the scent. The invigorating scent is so refreshing and helps to wake you up in the morning. It smells just like cucumbers and mangos!
Not only did these three products help to diminish any breakouts, it also helped my skin feel healthy and clean which is always the most important part for me. If my skin feels good, I feel good. And I love that I can let others see the real me.
