Problematic skin, prone to acne and black spots, local inflammation and traces after acne, requires special care. To eliminate serious dermatological problems, you can use medicines that are sold in pharmacies. Daily care is best done using special cosmetic products labeled "For problem skin." Manufacturers offer three types of products: matting, corrective and moisturizing the skin.
Proactiv anti-inflammatory drugs
A series of "Proactive" includes many products that allow you to get rid of acne. The basic set includes cream, tonic and scrub. The action is aimed at controlling changes in the skin and preventing inflammation. According to laboratory tests, Proactive products help in 60% of cases. Judging by the reviews, the anti-inflammatory cream for the skin of the face does not begin to act immediately. The result persists for two weeks after application, and in some women visible improvements occur only after 2-4 months of regular use of cosmetics.
The composition of the funds includes:
- sulfur, which reduces the likelihood of comedones and exfoliates,
- benzoyl peroxide, which destroys bacteria.
In terms of their effect on the skin, these components are not aggressive. This is largely facilitated by the addition of emollient and moisturizing components to the product, for example, natural extracts of chamomile and aloe, panthenol. Some women notice skin irritation after applying the tonic, to a lesser extent, those who use cream or lotion face this problem.
The original cosmetic antiseptic can be purchased in Russia only through the official website of the manufacturer. The cost of a basic set is about three thousand rubles, additional funds cost 400-900 rubles. There are restrictions on the use: pregnancy and lactation, the age of up to twelve years.
Clearasil line for problem skin
Klerasil produces kits for the prevention of acne, for daily care for very problematic skin and night care cosmetics. The standard set includes gel and scrub, lotion, day or night cream. There are several SOS remedies for quick action on local inflammations. The visible effect of such creams and gels is manifested after 12 hours. The rest begin to act only after several days of constant use.
The main active ingredient is salicylic acid, which has a pronounced antimicrobial effect. The drying effect is mitigated by glycerin, aloe extract and allantoin, which relieve the inflammatory process and improve the regeneration of skin cells.
After the first few applications, the skin condition may worsen. This is a temporary effect that is caused by the renewal of the surface layer of the epidermis. Usually the condition improves after two to three days. The use of funds does not need to be stopped. With severe redness, inflammation and itching, an allergy to salicylic acid is possible. For sensitive skin, the Klerasil line is unlikely to work.
Acne Ziner Lotion and Ointment
Zinerit is one of the most famous anti-inflammatory creams for face skin. The main ingredient is the antibiotic erythromycin, which stops the reproduction of bacterial cells and protein synthesis in them. Zinc acetate has a drying, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Judging by the reviews, the anti-inflammatory face cream “Zenerit” at the time of use helps to completely forget about skin problems. The result is noticeable after two weeks of constant use. Full cleansing of the skin from acne occurs in 10-12 weeks. But Zenerit is often addictive, therefore, cosmetologists and pharmacists (the drug is sold only in pharmacies) recommend alternating the ointment with less active agents or use it only once a day.
Anti-inflammatory gel and cream "Skinoren"
Gel or Skinoren cream penetrates the deeper layers of the skin. The active ingredient is azelaic acid, which prevents the growth of bacteria and the spread of infection, reduces fat content in problem areas. The drug does not only treat acne. Skinoren smoothes scars and brightens age spots.
The effect of "Skinoren" is observed after four weeks of use, and a stable result is noticeable after about six months. It is better to use the drug as recommended by a doctor. You need to apply it pointwise - to problem areas of the skin. During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, the use of Skinoren is prohibited.
In the reviews, women note some side effects when using the gel and cream - itching, peeling of the skin and inflammation. In most cases, these problems are mild and pass quickly without the need for additional funds. Allergic reactions are possible, so it is best to test the product on a small area of the skin first.
Baziron AS against severe forms of acne
In moderate to severe forms of acne, Baziron AS gel is effective. Treatment should be started with a small dosage, and then (if necessary) switch to a gel with a higher concentration of benzoyl peroxide. The tool helps with comedones, trophic ulcers and severe acne. It has antibacterial effects and saturates tissues with oxygen.
The effect of using the gel is noticeable after a month, and a persistent improvement is observed only after a few months. Judging by the reviews, it takes about three months to completely renew the skin. The tool is not addictive, but in some cases the effect is weakened with prolonged use. Do not use the gel for children under 12 years of age, and caution is recommended during pregnancy and lactation.
Reviews often mention such a side effect of Baziron as severe dry skin. Therefore, it is advisable to use the drug in combination with emollients and non-greasy moisturizers. Baziron anti-inflammatory face cream can be purchased at the pharmacy chain for 500-700 rubles (depending on the concentration of the active substance).
Acne Treatment Complex Balea
Spot antibacterial gel for washing, gel for damaged skin, cream with zinc and salicylic acid from the German brand Belea is an excellent budget tool, but you can only buy products online. There are no retail points of sale in Russia.
The manufacturer indicates that the cream gel cleanser cleanses the face quite gently and is intended for daily use. The tool belongs to the line of teenage cosmetics. Belea effectively fights acne and blackheads, has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, improves skin tone and promotes cell regeneration.
In some cases, it is better to use a regular moisturizer after washing - Belea strongly dries normal skin. The anti-inflammatory effect is noticeable after a month of regular use. The cream dries and soothes rashes, does not provoke peeling, mattifies the skin and brightens black spots.
Cream-asset "Biocon" for daily use
The cream prevents acne and actively fights imperfections in problematic skin. You can use "Biocon" daily. After a week, the manifestations of acne are reduced, and after a month global improvements are noticeable. It begins to act immediately (if applied to the problem area in the evening, then the inflammation will decrease by morning), but it has a cumulative effect. The composition includes azelaic acid.
Vichy normaderm hyaluspot
Vichy Normaderm Gialuspot is a fast-acting product for local use. The gel is transparent, light, consistently oily in consistency. Immediately after application, a slight burning sensation occurs if the skin has open inflammation. This is how acids work. After a few minutes, the gel is completely absorbed and becomes invisible on the skin.
The active substance is 1% hyaluronic acid, which literally "isolates" the pimple from bacteria that provoke active inflammation. The composition contains salicylic acid, drying the wound and reducing traces of post-acne. Anti-inflammatory face cream is hypoallergenic and does not contain parabens, created on the basis of Vichy thermal water.
MIXIT Anti-Inflammatory Face Cream
MIXIT is suitable for oily and combination skin. Nourishing cream acts as a mild antiseptic, relieves inflammation, moisturizes and maintains balance. The composition of the product includes active gel aloe, St. John's wort oil, arnica, shea, soybean, calendula extract and cleansing acids, beauty vitamin (E), rosemary and jasmine essential oil, D-panthenol, glycolic and azelaic acids.
Mixit anti-inflammatory cream for the skin of the face helps to reduce redness and relieves irritation, has a regenerative and powerful anti-inflammatory effect. The product is applied to cleansed skin through massage lines. If the excess remains after a few minutes, you can dab your face with a dry cloth. Judging by the reviews, the anti-inflammatory cream for face skin MIXIT is suitable for daily use. It shows the best results on combination and oily skin, but it also fights effectively with signs of dehydration.
MIXIT anti-inflammatory face cream reviews are positive. Women note a very dense unusual texture, due to which the product is used economically, easy distribution on the skin, the absence of greasy marks and tightness, shine after use. MIXIT anti-inflammatory cream for the skin of the face copes with its main task.
To achieve maximum effect, the manufacturer recommends using other products of the series: micro-scrub, cleansing gel for problem skin, alginate mask, antibacterial tonic, fluid for oily skin, multifunctional CC cream with UV filter, charcoal mask with a deep cleansing effect, nourishing serum .
Acne Differin Cream and Gel
The drug has an exclusively local effect and is effective in treating the initial manifestations of acne and acne. For serious problems, it is used as part of complex therapy along with antibacterial agents. The main substance in the composition is adapalene, a synthetic derivative of vitamin A. Exposure to retinoids leads to a decrease in the frequency of rashes and the gradual elimination of existing problems.
Anti-inflammatory cream for the skin of the face normalizes the production of sebum, is suitable as a prophylactic, carefully removes the keratinous layer of the skin, has an anti-inflammatory effect, eliminates oily sheen, treats blockage of glands and black spots. "Differin" is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation, individual intolerance, the presence of concomitant dermatological diseases and under the age of twelve. During treatment, you need to limit exposure to the sun or use products with a high UV filter.
Skin cream “Face without problems”
Soft base (petroleum jelly), coconut oil, useful for the skin, white clay, extracts of St. John's wort, plantain, chamomile and calendula (all these are herbs with anti-inflammatory effects), hyaluronic acid, brown algae extract provide comprehensive care for problem skin. The anti-inflammatory cream “Face without problems” does not contain therapeutic zinc oxide and salicylates, but still copes with the tasks stated by the manufacturer. The product relieves inflammation, mattifies and nourishes the skin.
The reviews say that the skin looks noticeably better immediately after applying a moisturizing anti-inflammatory face cream, but the visible effect lasts only forty minutes. Such a dense texture is not suitable for the warm season. The tool moisturizes, but slightly. It can be used as a base under make-up in the winter and during the off-season.
Cream from black dots "Delacin"
A pharmacy drug is active against streptococci and staphylococci, has a pronounced bactericidal effect. It is necessary to apply the anti-inflammatory face cream Delacin pointwise, and it is advisable to consult a dermatologist regarding the duration of use. The product is used very sparingly, is well absorbed, effectively fights not only black spots, but also removes acne, prevents the appearance of new inflammations, and reduces traces of post-acne.
Anti-aging Demax Retinol Active
Japanese anti-aging cream with retinol has a light texture, it is pleasantly applied to the skin. The jar is small, but the funds are enough for a long time. In the reviews, women note that after applying Demax Retimol Active, they want to moisturize normal and dry skin additionally, so that the product is more suitable for problem skin prone to oily skin. As for the elimination of acne, black spots and the prevention of inflammation, the cream copes poorly. Much better in this respect is the concentrate serum Demax Retimol.