Review The Best Moisturizer
Eucerin Clear Skin Formula Daily Renewal Lotion is hands down, no argument, simply the best moisturizer for anyone with acne-prone skin. It contains lactic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid, in a non-comedogenic formula, complete with sunscreen (SPF 15). Like many others, I discovered this moisturizer via an acne treatment website. I'm glad I did this product is effective in moisturizing, reducing fine lines, improving skin tone, all while combatting those obnoxious pimples we all hate.
The sunscreen is a nice touch, although for those seeking excessive sun exposure, a higher SPF sunscreen should also be applied. That aside, this fragrance-free lotion is incredibly effective if used daily. I apply this every morning after cleansing and applying a thin layer of benzoyl peroxide (2.5%). It leaves very little shine, which is particularly surprising moisturizers generally make it look like I've been sweating for hours. But most importantly, it works very well with benzoyl peroxide to combat stubborn mild to moderate acne (those with severe blemish problems may find little help here). I have had a stubborn case of milia on my forehead which I thought would never go away. Within two weeks of using Eucerin's Clear Skin lotion, the problem is receding quickly. My forehead is beginning to look smooth and clear for the first time in months.
I do not use a beta hydroxy acid in spite of popular advice that BHAs are more effective in treating acne. This is entirely user-dependent and requires plenty of experimentation to find your skin's tolerance.
Eucerin's product has quickly reduced the amount of time from the initial sight of a blemish to its disappearance. I'm continuing its usage to see if these blemishes will cease to appear with persistent applications.
