Your skin, explained
Breakouts & Acne-Prone
Your recommended routine
For breakout-prone skin that gets worse under harsh treatments — a gentle three-step routine that clears with charcoal and tea tree, treats with 10% niacinamide, and calms with an oil-free gel, no stripping.
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Kris on breakouts
“I spent years scrubbing my skin raw trying to fix breakouts. What finally helped was doing less, not more — and being patient enough to let it work.”
Kris, founderThe basic routine for breakouts
Why these ingredients
What the research points to for Breakouts & Acne-Prone
“Breakout-prone skin doesn't need to be stripped. We chose formulas that calm the look of congestion and support the barrier, so skin can settle instead of overreacting.”
What’s happening to your skin
Why breakouts keep coming back
- A stripped barrier loses water and overproduces oil to compensate
- Harsh actives can leave skin red, tight, and more reactive
- Pores look more congested when dead surface cells aren't gently cleared
- Consistency matters more than intensity
When the barrier is supported instead of stripped, skin looks clearer, calmer, and more even — without the rebound.
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Solutions for Breakouts & Acne-Prone
Clarity Serum with 10% Niacinamide
For breakout-prone skin — 10% niacinamide to refine the look of pores, even tone, and help manage visible oil.
Clearing Cleanser with Tea Tree & Charcoal
For oily, breakout-prone skin — an aloe-based gel that lifts surface oil and grime with activated charcoal, without stripping the barrier.
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