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Anti-Blemish Kit
The clarifying routine for breakout-prone skin
Clarify without stripping.
A$109A$142
Clarify
Breakouts and congestion
Blemishes form when oil, dead skin cells and bacteria block the pore. Once the pore is inflamed, the skin around it reacts. Both parts need addressing: the block inside the pore, and the redness around it.
Salicylic AcidNiacinamideYuzu ExtractCentella
The chemistry
What is actually happening?
The chemistry: Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, so it moves into the pore and dissolves the plug of dead cells and sebum. Niacinamide reduces the size of inflamed lesions and helps regulate oil production. Centella (Cica) calms the inflammatory response so post-blemish marks fade faster.
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