Sulfur and Benzoyl Peroxide are true & tested treatments when it comes to warding off blemishes but these can also be irritating and drying on the skin. However recently I have been testing a cleanser with BP which has been working surprisingly well. BP has always been an ingredient my skin dislikes, from drying to further darkening of my spots yet using BP in a gentle creamy cleanser matched with an overnight exfoliant or retinoid has just been working really well for my skin.
Above all having a well rounded routine can be very important in tackling more persistent blemishes and looking to see whether you have a strong antibacterial ingredient in your weekly routine of exfoliants, retinoids, serums, creams might be worth a check if you are suffering from more persistent breakouts. Finding that fit which helps treat and prevent breakouts for you can really be a matter of trial and error to find that sweet spot of number of times/week use.
Antibacterial ingredients can also come in many forms from Mandelic Acid (antimicrobial), Tea Tree Oil and some great botanical extracts too. @votarylondon does a fantastic nourishing oil blend for breakouts, Blemish Rescue Oil that can work really well for drier skins with Salicylic Acid, rosemary and tamanu oil.
Depending on the level of your acne from mild, moderate to severe, different strength of ingredients and products combinations will work well noting 5-10% of BP or sulfur will be on the high strength.
How is everyone else coping with keeping their maskne at bay?
