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Struggling with persistent breakouts, pigmentation, or excess oil? The 360 Skin Clearing Serum is here to change your skincare game. This all-in-one formula is designed to visibly improve blemish-prone skin by targeting every stage of a breakouts.
Experiencing blemish-prone skin? You’re not alone. Did you know that breakouts will affect 90% of the global population at some stage in their lives? Whether it's blemishes or breakouts, pre, during or post, we’re here to help you at every stage and get you on the right path to clearer-looking skin.
Salicylic acid is a skincare staple for a reason: as an oil-soluble BHA, it gets into pores to help clear acne, blackheads, and excess oil while smoothing texture over time. In this complete guide, we break down what salicylic acid is, how it works, and how to use it safely—plus the best INKEY options for every stage of blemishes, from our bestselling 2% Salicylic Acid Cleanser to the advanced 360 Skin Clearing Serum and fast-acting Hydrocolloid Invisible Pimple Patches. Whether you’re new to BHAs or refining your routine, you’ll find science-backed tips on layering, results timelines, and avoiding irritation for clearer, more balanced skin.
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Let’s face it, dealing with blemishes can be frustrating, but with the right skincare products, you CAN effectively combat breakouts and achieve clearer, healthier skin. In this blog post, we will discuss several recommended product types.
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Introducing new Blemish Clearing Moisturizer 2% NovoRetinᵀᴹ. A breakthrough moisturizer that’s clinically proven to help fight and reduce blemishes overnight while providing the essential moisturisation that is needed for blemish-prone skin.
If you struggle with breakouts, you’ve probably heard of these ingredients before: Salicylic Acid and Benzoyl Peroxide. Both are key for keeping skin clear and smooth, but they do so in totally different ways.
Meet, Real Results with INKEY. This is our dedicated series where our customers will share their reviews and INKEY products recommendations. This week we look at before and after transformations of acne on the chin and cheek areas.
Managing oily skin isn’t about stripping it dry – it’s about restoring balance. When you understand how oil production actually works, everything changes. This science-backed guide cuts through the noise to reveal the ingredients that genuinely regulate excess sebum without triggering irritation or rebound oiliness.
Inside, you’ll discover why oily skin behaves the way it does, which clinically-proven ingredients really work (and which ones make things worse), and how to build a simple morning and evening routine that delivers long-term results. From niacinamide and salicylic acid to next-generation breakout fighters and lightweight hydration, this is your evidence-based roadmap to clearer, more balanced skin – without the guesswork.
Glass Skin is the Korean beauty term for a smooth, dewy, poreless look (think: a piece of glass). We’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on how to achieve glass skin with a quick daily lineup of INKEY products.
Consider us your token skincare friend. Meet, Real Results with INKEY. This is our dedicated series where we pass off the mic to our very own customers, who will share their reviews and recommendations on some of our products.
Why does it seem like products become less effective over time? There are a few reasons why this might be the case. We’ll break down the most common reasons we get this question below.
Clogged pores occur when oil and dead skin cells build up inside of pore linings and they expand to accommodate it. Here are our derm-recommended tips for dramatically smaller-looking pores.
It’s fair to say that acne is usually associated with oily skin, or those with normal to combination skin who also experience excess oil. It is less common, but dry skin types can absolutely experience acne, and it can be a hard situation to address – particularly when deciding which skincare to use.
Acne is one of the most common (not to mention frustrating) skin concerns, but many people feel confused about what causes it and (most importantly) what you can do about it. With a consistent routine and effective ingredients, you can fight acne and maintain clear skin—all for under €15.
Succinic acid is naturally anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, meaning it works well to curb acne symptoms, where skin suffers redness, irritation and inflammation. Learn more about the benefits Succinic Acid has and how to use it in your skincare routine.
Whilst it’s typically seen as a condition that dominates the hormone charged teenage years, acne isn’t age discriminatory and can also appear in its adult form age 25+ and even into the 30s and 40s. Learn more about what causes acne and how to target and treat adult acne.
Congestion in the skin can be a precursor to acne and breakouts. We often receive your concerns around blocked pores but let’s explore skin congestion, its causes and ways to prevent it.
Navigating the world of acne can be a maze of different types and manifestations - from nodules to papules and a variety of comedones in between. To treat effectively, it’s important to know what you’re working with first. Learn more about the types of acne and the INKEY List product that can help you achieve your clearest skin.
However tempting it is, popping pimples can do more damage than good if extractions are not done professionally. Blemishes closer to the surface of our skin such as whiteheads and blackheads come with less risk factor than deeper rooted and inflamed breakouts but can still impact the healing process and spread bacteria. However tempting it is, popping pimples can do more damage than good if extractions are not done professionally.
It’s a common skincare myth to assume that moisturizers and oils will increase the shine on already oily skin types and add to acne breakouts. Before you skip this essential step, we explore how these products can work with your skin to actually balance oil production as opposed to adding to it.
Acne is one of the main concerns we hear about at askINKEY. Prevention is the best cure for acne, here’s our top tips to help you treat your breakouts.
Dr Zion and askINKEY’s Tom walked through a 5-step routine sharing their top tips on how to best treat your acne.
If your skin has ever seemed to get worse after starting a new active like retinol or acids, don’t panic—this may be skin purging. Purging is a temporary phase where ingredients that speed up cell turnover bring existing congestion to the surface more quickly, which can look like sudden breakouts. While frustrating, it’s often a sign that your product is working, and understanding this process can help you stay consistent and avoid giving up just before clearer, healthier skin starts to show.
Having been introduced as a preventative measure to stop the spread of COVID-19, the face mask has brought with it it’s own skincare epidemic known as ‘Maskne’. With many of us experiencing regular mask usage in our day to day, these side effects have surged and prompted a skincare shake up. Find out what INKEY List products are best to tackle and prevent Maskne.
From cleansing the skin to managing oil production, there are several ways to treat and bust blemishes fast! Learn about our acne hero products and more tips on fighting blemishes and preventing further breakouts.
Back and chest acne—often called body acne or “bacne”—affect up to 60% of people who experience facial breakouts, yet they’re far less talked about. From sweat and friction to excess oil and hormonal fluctuations, breakouts on the body come with their own unique challenges, especially as the skin on the back and chest is thicker and more prone to congestion. The good news? With the right ingredients and a consistent routine, body acne is highly treatable. In this guide, we break down what causes back and chest acne, the dermatologist-recommended ingredients that actually work—like salicylic acid and glycolic acid—and how to build an effective routine to help you achieve clearer, smoother skin.
