Breakouts this summer? Shrug it all off with Acnes

 This J-beauty brand got soap-free facial wash and a full line of 

summer skin-friendly products

Summer may be the best season for epic adventures with the crew, but not really for acne-prone skin. All this Philippine heat and humidity are giving oily and irritated skin aka a foolproof recipe for a full-on breakout – yikes!

With our skin needing extra care as the sun sizzles out, it’s a must to pick products that are specifically designed to fight breakouts. Let’s begin with our facial cleanser. Washing our face with ordinary soaps makes matters worse. Many contain strong chemicals that strip away the skin’s natural oils, leaving it dry and irritated. Ironically, this makes our skin think it’s deprived of oil and causes it to produce more, meaning greasy T-zone, clogged pores, and acne, of course.

Fight breakouts like your ults with Acnes’ Anti-Acne Spot Gel and more!

 Take skincare cues from Rosé of Blackpink or Joy of Red Velvet!

Anyone that’s ever watched an Asian drama or music video knows the feeling: You try to keep your focus on the story or the music, but you just can’t help notice how perfect your ult’s skin is! Is it just good genes? Or do they have access to skincare secrets we just don’t know about?

Achieve your skin goals this year with Acnes

 The Japanese acne care brand can be part of your daily skincare regimen

The start of the year is the best time to assess our goals and the steps we’ve already taken to achieve them. If you’re a beauty enthusiast, attaining your healthiest skin ever is no doubt high on the list, especially if you have experienced acne before.

What’s your Acnes journey? These young content creators get real about acne

Leon Barretto, Hazel Quing, and Ruzz Melendez share their true skin-stories

In a picture-perfect Instagram and TikTok world, it’s easy to hide acne spots with a filter or a fun sticker and present the best version of yourself. But in the screen-less real world, covering up breakouts can be quite the work. While getting acne is normal, its effects on a person can cut more than just skin-deep. It can take a toll on one’s emotional and mental wellbeing, especially on younger people.