Oily and acne-prone skin can be tricky—too much exfoliation leads to irritation, and too little care leads to breakouts. The solution? Using advanced, science-backed ingredients that target oil, bacteria, and inflammation without compromising your skin barrier.
Let’s break down which ingredients work best—and where you can find them in SEREKO’s Anti-Acne Biome™ Range.
1. Salicylic Acid (BHA)
One of the most trusted ingredients for oily skin, Salicylic Acid goes deep into pores to dissolve excess oil, dead skin, and acne-causing buildup. It’s effective for blackheads, whiteheads, and active acne.
Try this:
SEREKO Pore-Clearing Wash — Formulated with 1% Salicylic Acid, 2% Glycolic Acid, and Lactic Acid. Gently exfoliates while keeping skin calm and balanced.
2. Glycolic & Lactic Acid (AHAs)
These water-soluble exfoliants work on the surface of the skin to fade marks, even out texture, and promote healthy cell turnover. AHA blends are especially helpful for dull, congested skin that needs a reset.
Double action in:
Pore-Clearing Wash — The AHA-BHA combo is gentle yet effective, making it a great daily cleanser for acne-prone skin.
3. Azelaic Acid
Azelaic Acid is your skin’s calming agent. It reduces redness, targets acne-causing bacteria, and lightens post-acne marks. It's also one of the few actives ingredients safe for sensitive skin types.
Find it in:
SEREKO Clear Corrective Serum — With 3% Azelaic Acid and Encapsulated Salicylic Acid, it targets breakouts and uneven tone at the same time.
4. Zinc PCA
An underrated hero for oily skin. Zinc PCA controls sebum production, reduces shine, and has anti-inflammatory properties. It also supports skin repair and helps calm angry pimples.
Included in:
Clear Corrective Serum — A powerful, lightweight formula that addresses oiliness without drying out the skin.
5. Probiotics (Lactobacillus Ferment)
A disrupted skin microbiome often leads to increased breakouts. Probiotics help strengthen your barrier, reduce sensitivity, and balance your skin’s ecosystem—especially important for stress-triggered acne.
You’ll love:
SEREKO Skin Clearing Syrup — A gut-skin solution with probiotics to calm inflammation from within.
Pore-Clearing Wash — Also infused with probiotic support for surface-level balance.
6. Lightweight Hydration (with Oil Control)
Oily skin needs moisture too—just the right kind. A non-comedogenic moisturizer keeps skin hydrated without clogging pores or adding shine.
Try this:
SEREKO Oil Clear Moisturizer — A non-sticky, cloudy formula powered by Zinc PCA, Lactic Acid, and NMFs (Natural Moisturizing Factors). It hydrates, mattifies, and strengthens your skin barrier—all in one step. Perfect for oily and acne-prone skin that still craves balance.
Your Ideal Routine for Oily + Acne-Prone Skin
Keep it simple, consistent, and barrier-friendly:
Step 1: Cleanse with Pore-Clearing Wash
Step 2: Treat with Clear Corrective Serum
Step 3: Moisturize with Oil Clear Moisturizer
Step 4: Support your skin from within with Skin Clearing Syrup
Final Thoughts
Actives can be powerful allies—if used wisely. Choose clinically-proven ingredients that calm, clear, and support your skin from the inside out.
Every SEREKO formula is powered by NeuroCalm(S)®, developed to soothe stressed skin and deliver real, visible results.
