This is kind of a review post but also some advice

I had BAD cystic acne . This is from when I was trying to use those DIY methods like egg whites (garbage) apple cider vinegar (redness maker) hydrocortisone (only good for rashes and using for 3 days MAXIMUM or it will cause more cysts)

This is when I used proactive . Granted it made my skin SO MUCH better . I still had tiny pimples, redness, acne scars , and those cysts would sneak back into my life talking about “I miss us”

And finally . This is now. I’m using CeraVE foaming cleanser and curology personalized nightly cream. The trick with the cleaner is to make sure it doesn’t wash away the barrier your skin makes to protect it. Pretty much a cleaner that doesn’t even feel like its cleaning at all in my opinion . But CeraVE is the only one I trust with my skin. But the curology personalized bottle (only the cream. The cleansers and moisturizers are mediocre) was probably the best investment I’ve made and I’m only 30 days in!

Me being dehydrated all the time is proof that “drink more water” is a MYTH

Hope this helps. And let me know about your skin journey!