Building an Acne Routine That Actually Works

Acne-prone skin often gets over-treated — too many actives, too much stripping, which triggers more oil production and more breakouts. A good acne routine is simpler than most people think.

The core actives that matter

Salicylic acid unclogs pores and treats acne at the surface; mandelic acid gently exfoliates and improves texture without the irritation that stronger acids can cause. Together, they treat active breakouts while being gentle enough for daily use.

A minimal, effective routine

• Morning: Cleanse with a purifying, acne-focused face wash. Follow with a lightweight moisturizer and SPF.
• Evening: Cleanse again, then apply an acne control cream to active breakouts and problem areas.
• Don't skip moisturizer. Oily, acne-prone skin still needs hydration — skipping it often makes skin produce more oil to compensate.

What to avoid

Avoid combining too many active ingredients at once (multiple acids, retinoids and physical scrubs together), which over-dries and irritates the skin barrier — often making acne worse, not better.

The Solution: Vash Glow Seboteen Acne Control Cream

Seboteen Acne Control Cream is built around salicylic and mandelic acid to target active breakouts, redness and excess oil directly, without over-drying the skin. Dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic, it pairs well with the Seboteen Purifying Face Wash for a complete routine.