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Although a well-known skincare ingredient, there is still some confusion around why Salicylic Acid is such a key player when it comes to fighting breakouts. If you are dealing with excess oil, stubborn blackheads or congested skin, this breakout-zapping skincare superstar is going to be your best friend.  Let us take a closer look at what Salicylic Acid is, how it can benefit YOU, and how to use this incredible ingredient effectively within your routine... 

Let’s face it, dealing with acne can be frustrating, but with the right skincare products, you CAN effectively combat breakouts and achieve clearer, healthier skin. In this blog post, we will discuss several recommended product types.

Introducing new Acne Clearing Moisturizer 2% NovoRetinᵀᴹ. A breakthrough moisturizer that’s clinically proven to help fight and reduce acne blemishes overnight while providing the essential moisturisation that is needed for acne-prone skin.

Serving as step one to a routine dedicated to targeting breakouts, our Salicylic Acid Cleanser is great for cleansing the skin while reducing the appearance of blackheads and breakouts and promoting a more even-looking complexion.

If you struggle with breakouts, you’ve probably heard of these ingredients before: Salicylic Acid and Benzoyl Peroxide. Both are key for keeping skin clear and smooth, but they do so in totally different ways.

Benzoyl Peroxide is the gold standard FDA approved skincare ingredient in treating acne. If you answer yes to any of these signs, then using Acne Solution with 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser might be one for you to consider adding to your skincare routine.

If curing acne has been your main skincare goal, chances are, you have heard or have been recommended to try benzoyl peroxide. We breaking down what exactly Benzoyl Peroxide is it is, what benefits this ingredient has to offer and what your best options are for your own skincare journey.

Meet, Real Results with INKEY. This is our dedicated series where our customers will share their reviews and INKEY products recommendations. This week we look at before and after transformations of acne on the chin and cheek areas.

Oiliness in skin can lead to breakouts, dullness, enlarged pores, and more. Thankfully, research has shown that you can regulate and maintain excess oil with a good skincare routine.

Glass Skin is the Korean beauty term for a smooth, dewy, poreless look (think: a piece of glass). We’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on how to achieve glass skin with a quick daily lineup of INKEY products.

Consider us your token skincare friend. Meet, Real Results with INKEY. This is our dedicated series where we pass off the mic to our very own customers, who will share their reviews and recommendations on some of our products.

Why does it seem like products become less effective over time? There are a few reasons why this might be the case. We’ll break down the most common reasons we get this question below.

Clogged pores occur when oil and dead skin cells build up inside of pore linings and they expand to accommodate it. Here are our derm-recommended tips for dramatically smaller-looking pores.

Acne is one of the most common (not to mention frustrating) skin concerns, but many people feel confused about what causes it and (most importantly) what you can do about it. With a consistent routine and effective ingredients, you can fight acne and maintain clear skin—all for under $15.

It’s fair to say that acne is usually associated with oily skin, or those with normal to combination skin who also experience excess oil. It is less common, but dry skin types can absolutely experience acne, and it can be a hard situation to address – particularly when deciding which skincare to use.

Succinic acid is naturally anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, meaning it works well to curb acne symptoms, where skin suffers redness, irritation and inflammation. Learn more about the benefits Succinic Acid has and how to use it in your skincare routine

Whilst it’s typically seen as a condition that dominates the hormone charged teenage years, acne isn’t age discriminatory and can also appear in its adult form age 25+ and even into the 30s and 40s. Learn more about what causes acne and how to target and treat adult acne.

Congestion in the skin can be a precursor to acne and breakouts. We often receive your concerns around blocked pores but let’s explore skin congestion, its causes and ways to prevent it.

Acne is one of the main concerns we hear about at askINKEY. Prevention is the best cure for acne, here’s our top tips to help you treat your breakouts.

It’s a common skincare myth to assume that moisturizers and oils will increase the shine on already oily skin types and add to acne breakouts. Before you skip this essential step, we explore how these products can work with your skin to actually balance oil production as opposed to adding to it.

However tempting it is, popping pimples can do more damage than good if extractions are not done professionally. Blemishes closer to the surface of our skin such as whiteheads and blackheads come with less risk factor than deeper rooted and inflamed breakouts but can still impact the healing process and spread bacteria. However tempting it is, popping pimples can do more damage than good if extractions are not done professionally.

Navigating the world of acne can be a maze of different types and manifestations - from nodules to papules and a variety of comedones in between. To treat effectively, it’s important to know what you’re working with first. Learn more about the types of acne and the INKEY List product that can help you achieve your clearest skin.

Salicylic Acid is a Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) and has the ability to penetrate deeper into the pores of the skin, making it an ideal targeted spot treatment ingredient. Learn more about the benefits of Salicylic Acid, how to use it in your skincare routine using INKEY List products.

Dr Zion and askINKEY’s Tom walked through a 5-step routine sharing their top tips on how to best treat your acne.

When we start a new skincare routine or try a new product, the expectation is that all our troubles, breakouts and concerns will fade away immediately. Unfortunately, the purge can be an unforeseen stage that stands between you and your skincare goals. Find out more about purging, the difference between purging and a reaction and tips to avoid the purge when introducing a new product into your skincare routine.

Having been introduced as a preventative measure to stop the spread of COVID-19, the face mask has brought with it it’s own skincare epidemic known as ‘Maskne’. With many of us experiencing regular mask usage in our day to day, these side effects have surged and prompted a skincare shake up. Find out what INKEY List products are best to tackle and prevent Maskne.

Acne isn’t a condition that just favours the face, it can commonly be found across the body as well, in particular the neck, back, shoulders and chest. Learn what back and chest is, how to get rid of it using INKEY List hero acne products and tips on how to prevent it.

From cleansing the skin to managing oil production, there are several ways to treat and bust blemishes fast! Learn about our acne hero products and more tips on fighting blemishes and preventing further breakouts. 

Acne is a very common concern and impacts most people at some point in life - it’s one of the topics you #askINKEY about the most! We’ve broken down some of the main types of acne and some of the spots associated with them...