What remedies will cope with inflammation overnight, and what can be applied directly under makeup? BeautyHack editors share how they fight minor breakouts and care for sensitive, combination and oily skin.
Means against skin imperfections My Super Tips Stop Spot, Guerlain
Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva
The progenitor of this tool is Camphrea cream with camphor, which was released by the brand back in 1870 and perfectly helped to cope with skin imperfections. In our family, my younger sister became the pioneer of Stop Spot. Like many, the transitional age was reflected in her face. She borrowed this remedy from me, applied it in the evening to the area of rashes and was pleasantly surprised when the wounds "dried up" in the morning, and after a couple of days there was no trace of them.
Fortunately, at one time I did not learn anything about rashes on the face during adolescence, and even now I do not complain about the skin, but if something appears, it is on the principle of "rarely, but aptly." Even after one pimple, usually a scar or redness remains for a week. I apply this remedy locally, and the wound heals in a couple of days.
The texture resembles a concealer, and in fact the cream of a pale beige color with a herbal scent really masks redness. Made with a cleansing formula with a high concentration of camphor, zinc and salicylic acid. Allantoin in the composition is responsible for removing redness. The convenient format of a small oblong tube allows you to put the product in any cosmetic bag and handbag, and these 15 ml are enough for a long time: the cream has a small consumption.
Price: 1 935 rub.
Local corrector of skin imperfections Pureté Marine, Thalgo
Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya
When it comes to rashes, my skin adheres to the old and not very good principle of "rare but apt". As luck would have it, they are formed in the most prominent places: signs that a pimple on the nose is for love no longer work, which means that you need a magic remedy that will remove redness and speed up healing. I can always rely on Thalgo products - their silicon eye cream and highlighting primer have long been indispensable in a cosmetic bag.
The local corrector did not disappoint either - overnight the rash on my forehead completely disappeared. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and Seve Bleue water from the marine sources, together they fight bacteria while leaving the skin hydrated. And with imperfections, extracts of ancient algae, whose names are associated with "Harry Potter" and "Star Wars" - are bravely fighting against imperfections - bubble fucus and tetraselmis chui. I also liked the convenient tube with the applicator - 15 milliliters of transparent gel is placed in the baby, and the thin nose allows you to apply it pointwise to the problem area.
Price: 1815 rub.
Treatment solution for sensitive skin Dermatosic, Valmont
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova
Rashes rarely bother me (mostly I struggle with dryness and flaking). But in my case, they are like the arrival of unloved relatives - they come to visit for a long time and occupy a large area. And conscience (read - sensitive skin) does not allow to fight them with radical methods. Therefore, the medical solution of the Swiss brand, which is adored for its miraculous face masks, came in handy - it removed not only "uninvited guests", but also helped to cope with irritations.
The consistency of the product is similar to a light serum. I applied it locally to areas with rashes and in a few days saw the effect - they diminished, and the skin did not suffer. There was no feeling of tightness, itching and flaking also did not appear (usually this is the most common side effect when treating inflammation on sensitive skin). As in many healing agents, acids work here - lactic and glycyrrhetinic.
Price: about 8,000 rubles.
Gel for local use for problem skin Blue Herbal Spot Treatment, Kiehl's
Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy
With rashes that happen to me when the climate changes or in PMS, I fight with the old "old-fashioned" methods: I use streptocide or zinc ointment. There is no time to wait until another care product dries up the inflammation, then restores the skin and removes redness (and you cannot completely hide the problem with a corrector). Today the child has a performance, tomorrow you need to take a photo for Instagram BeautyHack, and the day after tomorrow go on a date with your husband. But Kiehl’s gel lingered on the sos shelf. Largely due to the composition. The main component is salicylic acid, it dries out inflammation well, coping with the problem overnight. The main rule is to apply the gel locally, in a thin layer, so as not to dry the skin (you will see white stains at the place of use). I also love it for its matting effect: even if the trace of inflammation has not completely disappeared, it is much easier to hide it with toning agents.
Price: 1500 rub.
Concealing stick Seracin, Librederm
Tested by BeautyHack smm manager Alexandra Grishina
The Seracin collection was created in Librederm specifically for oily and acne-prone skin. Outwardly, this is not even a care product, but a masking pencil for correcting skin imperfections in a light beige shade that will suit most girls. I apply it locally, on top of the foundation, and then tweak the final shade - perfect! But the magic lies in the fact that the pencil not only masks imperfections, but also dries them out. Due to zinc and sulfur in the composition, it removes redness, regulates the work of the sebaceous glands and disinfects. A separate plus to the packaging - a miniature pencil (22 grams) will fit into any cosmetic bag or small bag.
Price: 420 rub.
Corrective agent of local action Effaclar A. I., La Roche Posay
Tested by BeautyHack smm manager Alexandra Grishina
My all time favorite! Suitable for oily to combination skin. The powerful combination of the two components Piroctone-Olamine and Glycosil protects and suppresses bacterial activity, while vitamin PP soothes the skin. The consistency is a cream of medium density, white. I do not recommend applying it under makeup - it is better on clean skin so that the components work better. I use it 2 times a day (morning and evening). Together with a moisturizer from the same series, it works great! In two days I got rid of a small, but noticeable, inflammation. The cream is very economical to use: convenient packaging with a miniature dispenser - don't overdo it.
Price: 1136 rub.
Cream for local action to combat imperfections Ultra clear spot treatment, Ultraceuticals
Tested by editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
Australians Ultraceuticals know a lot about remedies for hyperpigmentation and photoaging, but they also succeed in sos-treatments with a shock composition. Among the components of this cream are salicylic, almond and lauric acids, allantoin and clove oil. It needs to be applied to problem areas by massaging it into the skin, but I leave it on overnight (in a thin layer). It dries quickly and does not stain everything around, and in the morning it is easily removed from the skin. At first, a slight tingling is felt - acids act this way on inflammation. The cream removes redness and reduces the inflammatory element, so the next day you do not need to tear the skin and then wait for healing. The product is recommended to be applied several times a day, but I limit myself to one application at night. But if you are using a cream as Ultraceuticals recommends, be sure to protect your skin with SPF.
Price: 2540 rub.
Cream for problem skin Bioclean, Cholley
Tested by editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
The basis of all products of the Swiss brand Cholley are herbal ingredients obtained by perfect extraction methods, which were invented in the research and production laboratory in Locarno.50 minutes from this place, in the picturesque village of Pambio Noranco, is the headquarters of the phyto-cosmetic brand.
This remedy, unlike all the previous ones, do not regret, apply all over the face. Vitamin A, celandine, cinquefoil and lavender extract fight inflammatory elements, promote wound healing, moisturize and soften the skin. Suitable for those who regularly suffer from rashes, but is unlikely to replace your basic care - rather as a sos remedy during exacerbations. For example, I did not have enough moisture, so I additionally used serum, which, however, does not affect the effectiveness of the cream.
Cholley promises a cumulative effect. I think you can hardly get rid of inflammation without the help of a specialist and an integrated approach, but it will definitely level redness and oily sheen!
Price: 5200 rub.
Gel for problem skin Beta Gel, Medik8
Tested by editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
The new Medik8 brand on the Russian cosmetic market promises a different approach to personal care. This is a young British brand, on the launch of which biochemists and pharmacologists from London spent 4 years. Brand funds became available only in 2008. The company produces cosmetics in small batches and according to patented formulas: some of them fight couperosis, some improve the quality of the skin due to antioxidants, some remove traces of hyperpigmentation.
The gel for dealing with local problems also has a specific purpose: to reduce irritation and hypersensitivity of the skin. Additionally, it protects cells from environmental influences. But my skin needed only one thing - to quickly remove inflammation. I apply the gel at night under the night cream, and in the morning I expect a miracle. At first, the skin was not ready for such an attack - the slight tingling stopped after 15 minutes. In the morning, the problem area really became smaller - the redness almost disappeared, the skin became smoother.
Price: 3600 rub.
Smoothing serum for problem skin Keracnyl, Ducray
Tested by editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
The Ducray brand, like many brainchildren of the Pierre Fabre corporation, is available and dearly loved at home - in France. He is famous for shampoos for hair and scalp, but I advise you to pay attention to facial products.
This serum is already designed to fight post-acne (there have not been such in our selection yet): it removes scars and pigmentation. Myrtacin is a patented ingredient that helps fight bacteria, azelaic acid whitens the skin, and Vitamin PP soothes it. The consistency of the serum is light, absorbed quickly, does not leave a greasy film. However, there is a slight burning sensation - this is how acid works. I have acne marks and they are really smaller. But one more plus - the serum regulates the activity of the sebaceous glands, therefore it is suitable as a matting agent.
Price: 1229 rub.
Balancing serum for problem skin Bac-control Essence, Egia
Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Anna Bond
I have combination skin prone to oily in the T-zone, which periodically has inflammation. For people like me, the Italian brand Egia has a huge selection of products - they all belong to the category of "cosmeceuticals", that is, they are created in a laboratory based on biotechnology.
I apply the serum under the cream at night. Due to azelaic acid, inflammation decreased in just a few days, and the oily sheen on the T-zone also became less noticeable. At the same time, the serum does not dry the skin, which is the fault of most sebum-regulating agents. It contains sunflower and mint oils. Of the minuses for me personally - a strong fragrance.
Price: 4950 rub.
SOS-care for problem skin Hyseac sos paste local skin care, Uriage
Tested by the special correspondent of Beautyhack Daria Mironova
The Uriage brand is known (and loved) by many for children's products, but there are worthy copies in the adult series as well. This treatment has the consistency of a thick, creamy paste. I apply it with a cotton swab on top of the inflammation all night (over night cream).
Unlike many similar products with acids in the composition, this does not cause discomfort (no itching, no dryness after). The main component here is drying zinc. In the morning, the inflamed areas become less noticeable - the redness disappears. Bonus - for such a density there is a lot of paste in a tube, you will use it forever, so pay attention to the expiration date.
Price: 1050 rub.
Black soap with lactobacilli, Black Paint
Tested by editorial assistant Anna Khobotova
Black Paint is a Japanese cosmetic brand created in 1995 by the young scientist Miyuki Maeda. To cure her daughter of kidney disease, she began scientific research into unconventional ways to heal the body. Miyuki's attention was focused on the unusual properties of natural ingredients: seeds, oils and plant fruits. The result of the study is a recovered daughter and her own cosmetic brand. The company came to Russia two years ago and is represented by organic cosmetics for facial skin. Black soap with lactobacilli is one such remedy. The lactobacilli in the composition, according to the manufacturers, fight against a dull complexion, early wrinkles, clogged pores, acne and irritation. Sounds like you don't need any other care products! Composition - a mix of natural oils (olive, sweet almond, coconut, clove, avocado), no chemicals and alcohol that dries the skin.
Soap should be soaked in warm water for 40 seconds before use. It is not worth washing your hands and then applying on your face - it is enough to sweep the soap over your face, avoiding the area around the eyes. Then, with massaging movements, drive the soap base into the skin and wash with water. The whole procedure takes 2-3 minutes. After a week of use, the pores became visually smaller, and the blackheads on the nose were gone. I will not recommend the remedy if you have serious problems (it is better to go to a beautician), but it will definitely appeal to those who periodically suffer from rashes and want to pacify combination skin.
Price: 2500 rub.
Moisturizing Botanic Facial Cream, Garnier
Tested by editorial assistant Anna Khobotova
I love the Garnier brand in a kind way: no, no, and there are magic jars and bottles that do not require huge investments and at the same time struggle with pressing problems: rashes, black dots, oily sheen. Plus, the company is improving every year! In this "Botanic-cream" 96% of the ingredients are natural. The main character is green tea extract, which restores the moisture balance of the skin and reduces oily sheen (suitable for owners of mixed and oily skin).
I cannot say that specific imperfections have abruptly disappeared from the face, but as a base for makeup or a moisturizing day cream, this tool is perfect.
Price: 310 rub.
Concealer cream Active Pureness, [comfort zone]
Tested by BeautyHack project manager Anastasia Lyagushkina
I cannot call my skin problematic, but, like everyone else, troubles do happen. Therefore, my option is products that need to be applied locally. A huge plus [comfort zone] - the concealer cream is completely transparent, that is, you can apply it right before makeup. At the same time, the composition contains all the same glycolic and mandelic acids and exotic plant extracts (African cabbage, mangosteen, cleoma). Inflammation does not go away immediately, but it dries up and stands out less on the face - it is easier to hide them. And it is also important for me that the product works as delicately as possible: I do not like thermonuclear treatments with the same components, when you do not know what will happen to your face after a 10-minute pinching.
Price on request
