How I Fixed the Paradoxical Acne-Dry Skin Combination
Feeling Hopeless
For years I struggled to understand how acne and dry skin could coexist. People usually experience acne with oily skin, so I thought I was an anomaly for having an acne-dry skin combination.
Going into my 20s, I thought acne would resolve naturally, but this wasn’t the case for me either. I couldn’t find any product that promised to resolve both acne and dry skin! I tried popular prescription topicals such as tretinoin or clindamycin, but these only made my skin drier than ever and feel so sensitive. I started feeling so hopeless in my skin journey…
A Switch in Routine
It wasn’t until my friend introduced me to Krave Beauty that I finally have a line that targets my exact skin concerns! I switched out my products with the following:
Formulated with matcha’s antioxidant properties and hemp seed oil rich in moisturization, this is the perfect combination for keeping skin hydrated while cleansing.
The first chemical exfoliator I’ve ever come across that’s actually gentle for sensitive skin. It’s made with glycolic acid to fade hyperpigmentation and shed away dead skin cells without drying out your skin.
Great Barrier Relief (National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance)
Made with niacinamide to clear redness and ceramides to boost the skin barrier.
Oat is known for soothing eczema so this is perfect for dry, sensitive skin!
Beet the Sun SPF 40 PA+++ (Allure Best of Beauty 2024 Winner)
Made with beetroot extract to provide anti-inflammatory support and hyaluronic acid to retain skin moisture while protecting against UV rays.
The Results
Now, three months in, my skin is smoother, more hydrated, and clearer than I ever thought possible. The constant cycle of breakouts and flaking has been broken and my skin feels healthier and more radiant than it ever has before.
Would I recommend it?
For the first time in years, I feel confident in my skin. If you’re dealing with the acne-dry skin combination that most people don’t talk about, I highly recommend Krave Beauty. It didn't just give me products; it gave me hope. I've learned that with the right approach, even the most stubborn skin issues can improve. My journey isn't over, but now I face it with optimism instead of despair.
