Today’s Skincare for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin
The new standard for skincare has evolved beyond harsh toners and drying treatments. A smart blend of natural plant-based ingredients and clinical-grade actives now works together to purify, balance, and calm the skin—without over stripping or triggering more breakouts.
🧪 Science-Backed Actives (Refined, Gentle & Targeted)
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Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
- Regulates sebum production
- Minimizes pores, reduces inflammation
- Enhances barrier function
- ✅ Great for sensitive + oily skin
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Salicylic Acid (BHA)
- Oil-soluble, penetrates deep into pores
- Exfoliates and clears out blackheads
- Anti-inflammatory and acne-preventive
- ✅ Use in 0.5–2% concentrations in serums or cleansers
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Azelaic Acid
- Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
- Brightens post-acne marks
- Soothes redness and calms breakouts
- ✅ Naturally derived from grains but clinically stabilized
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Zinc PCA
- Balances oil, mattifies skin
- Antimicrobial + barrier-supporting
- Reduces acne-causing bacteria without dryness
- ✅ Often combined with niacinamide or green tea
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Lactobionic Acid / Gluconolactone (PHAs)
- Gentle exfoliation with humectant benefit
- Less irritation than AHA/BHA for sensitive, oily skin
- ✅ Non-stripping exfoliation for daily or weekly use
🌱 Plant-Derived & Bioactive Botanicals (Nature’s Calm Control)
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Willow Bark Extract (Natural Salicylate)
- Plant-based alternative to salicylic acid
- Gently exfoliates + reduces inflammation
- ✅ Ideal for botanical-based or “clean” formulations
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Tea Tree Oil (Low % or Encapsulated)
- Potent antibacterial and antifungal properties
- Helps calm active acne
- ✅ Use in micro-doses or in stabilized formats to avoid irritation
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Centella Asiatica (Cica)
- Heals and soothes irritated, acne-stressed skin
- Reduces redness and inflammation
- ✅ Works beautifully in serums, moisturizers, and masks
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Licorice Root Extract (Glabridin)
- Brightens post-acne pigmentation
- Calms and reduces redness
- ✅ Pairs well with niacinamide and zinc
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Green Tea Extract (EGCG)
- Antioxidant-rich, reduces oil production and inflammation
- Calms blemish-prone skin and protects barrier
- ✅ Great in mists, toners, and lightweight emulsions
💡 Cutting-Edge Ingredients on the Rise (2024–2025 Trends)
- Bakuchiol: Retinol alternative from Psoralea corylifolia; anti-acne + anti-aging with less irritation
- Probiotics & Postbiotics: Regulate skin’s microbiome, reduce breakouts naturally
- Tasmannia Lanceolata (Tasmanian Pepperberry): Soothes irritation, redness, and sensitivity in acne-prone skin
- Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex: Helps reduce oil and inflammation, supports healing
- Succinic Acid: Mild exfoliant with antimicrobial benefits—great for spot treatment or daily support
🌸 Ideal Delivery Formats
- Lightweight serums (non-comedogenic, oil-free or gel-based)
- Mattifying emulsions or fluids
- Water-gel moisturizers with balancing + hydrating actives
- pH-balanced cleansers (gel or foam) with mild exfoliants
KATHLEEN PEARA SKINCARE FOR LIFE: Clarifiance Collection
The Clarifiance Collection is expertly formulated to bring clarity, balance, and calm to oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. Each formula blends results-oriented science with skin-loving botanicals to support a clear, resilient complexion.
Niacinamide regulates sebum and soothes inflammation, while Alpha Arbutin and Licorice Root Extract target uneven tone and post-blemish discoloration. Salicylic Acid works deep within pores to gently exfoliate and help prevent future breakouts. Tomatoe Extract H.GL-M.S. delivers antioxidant protection, supports cell renewal stimulation, and provides lasting moisturization.
Together, these actives create a gentle yet effective ritual that clarifies without compromising the skin barrier, leaving skin visibly clearer, smoother, and naturally radiant.