Facial care for acne: Tips, causes & care routine

Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that occurs when sebaceous glands are overly active and pores become clogged. This allows bacteria on the skin to multiply, which in turn leads to pimples, blackheads, and underlying blemishes. The face, back, and décolleté are especially commonly affected.

In addition to genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, an unbalanced diet, or excessive stress usually play a role – or a combination of all! But overly rich or comedogenic skincare products can also worsen acne. That’s why choosing the right products is crucial – it helps to stabilize the skin’s condition in the long term.

Gentle but thorough cleansing is really the be-all and end-all for acne. It’s best to use mild formulations without alcohol that remove excess sebum without drying out the skin. This way, the skin barrier remains intact and the inflammation in the skin can subside.

Since the skin is already damaged with acne and may even have actual wounds depending on the severity, you should always avoid mechanical peels. These physically abrade the skin surface with their grainy particles or brushes – which further irritates the skin. Instead, opt for chemical peels – these rely on biochemical exfoliation. The bonds between dead skin cells are dissolved, making it easier for them to detach from the skin surface and be removed.

This fact is often underestimated: Even oily or impure skin needs moisture! Because dehydrated skin can occur with all skin types and is always a sign that the skin's water balance is too low. If your skin is oily but still regularly feels tight, it makes sense to use light, non-comedogenic formulations that help maintain the skin's natural balance and prevent these feelings of tightness.

Super important – even though the first impulse to keep any overly rich cream away from the face is naturally understandable. But UV radiation can worsen existing inflammations and additionally leave pigment spots. A light, mattifying sunscreen protects the skin – without weighing it down.

In the morning, a gentle cleansing helps to remove sweat and sebum from the night. Afterwards, we recommend our Milky Toner, which optimally prepares the skin for further care and provides moisture. Then apply a balancing serum and a refreshing eye cream, and as the final step in the morning, use a suitable day care with SPF, such as our Day Cream.

In the evening, the cleansing can be a bit more thorough – after all, the goal here is to properly remove dirt, Make-up, and sunscreen. Following that, the Milky Toner, the Balancing Serum, and our Eye Cream provide perfect support for the skin. Afterwards, active ingredients like retinal or salicylic acid further support regeneration – ideally in a soothing, moisturizing care product.

2-3 times a week, we recommend using a gentle chemical peel – with our skincare line, this is easy to do by replacing the Balancing Serum with the Exfoliating Serum on those days.