Acne
Why choose esmi for an acne treatment?
Confidently choosing ethical skincare is simple with our vegan and cruelty free acne products. No animals have been harmed during any stage of product testing and formulation of our skincare for acne prone skin.
esmi acne skin care products are Australian made, safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and formulations include plant-based actives including Australian botanical ingredients.
You can mix and match products to create a fully customisable routine to suit your unique skin concerns. You’ll find acne care products for various types of acne and different skin types.
esmi’s range of acne care products help target breakouts in the following ways:
- Antibacterial: to help clear active breakouts.
- Oil regulating: to balance oily skin and prevent acne formation.
- Anti inflammatory: to cool and calm redness and inflammation.
Finding the best acne products for you
The best acne treatment for you depends on the kind of breakouts you’re dealing with.The different types of acne can be classified into these categories:
- Non-inflammatory - Blackheads and whiteheads
- Inflammatory (mild to moderate) - Papules and pustules. Commonly known as pimples.
- Inflammatory (Severe) - Cysts and nodules
For help identifying the best acne skincare for you, explore our resource on The Different Types Of Acne.
Best ingredients for acne-prone skin
— GLYCOLIC ACID: One of the best acne treatments, glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid, a potent exfoliator for the topmost layers of the skin - removing dead cells which clog pores. Glycolic acid in skin products for acne also boosts moisture retention.
— ACTIVATED CHARCOAL: Activated charcoal has benefits for all skin types, especially acne-prone skin. It’s anti-fungal and antibacterial properties fight bacteria while drawing impurities out from within the pore.
— BENTONITE & KAOLIN CLAY: Known for its ability to draw out toxins, heavy metals, impurities, and chemicals from the skin Bentonite also soaks up extra oil. Kaolin clay has more mild absorption properties than bentonite, which makes it the best acne skincare clay option for dry to normal skin.
— RETINOIDS (VITAMIN A): Naturally occurring forms of Vitamin A retinoids also have very effective pore clearing capabilities. They prevent pores from clogging stopping breakouts before they even begin developing.
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It can be tempting to clear acne-prone skin with a slew of harsh astringents, however more often than not, your skin benefits from a lighter touch. As vegan skincare is made using plants and minerals as well as safe and beneficial active ingredients, it will have a gentler approach to nurturing and healing acne-prone skin.
Yes, esmi Skin Minerals is an Australian-made, vegan and cruelty-free skincare range, so our products contain no animal derived ingredients, we also don’t test on animals so you can rest assured no animals have been harmed in the making of esmi products.
Vegan makeup products are made from plants and minerals, often containing vitamins and antioxidants that hydrate and repair the skin, so can be a more beneficial alternative to non-vegan products as Animal derived ingredients can be harsh and clog pores.
Glycolic Acid: One of the best acne treatments, glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid, a potent exfoliator for the topmost layers of the skin - removing dead cells which clog pores. Glycolic acid also boosts moisture retention.
Activated Charcoal: Activated charcoal has benefits for all skin types, especially acne-prone skin. It’s anti-fungal and antibacterial properties fight bacteria while drawing impurities out from within the pore.
Bentonite and Kaolin Clay: Known for its ability to draw out toxins, heavy metals, impurities, and chemicals from the skin Bentonite also soaks up extra oil. Kaolin clay has more mild absorption properties than bentonite, which makes it the best acne skincare clay option for dry to normal skin.
Retinoids (Vitamin A): Naturally occurring forms of Vitamin A retinoids also have very effective pore clearing capabilities. They prevent pores from clogging stopping breakouts before they even begin developing.
Your acne skincare routine will vary depending on the kind of breakouts you’re dealing with. The different types of acne can be classified into these categories:
- Non-inflammatory - Blackheads and whiteheads.
- Inflammatory (mild to moderate) - Papules and pustules. Commonly known as pimples.
- Inflammatory (severe) - Cysts and nodules.
Read more about the Different Types Of Acne and Adult vs Teen Acne.
The best treatments for pimples from the esmi range are:
The best treatments for pimples from the esmi range are:
Uncomplicated Cleanser plus Brightening and Pomegranate Brightening Serum are ideal to help improve the appearance of dark spots and marks caused by pimples.
If you have very sensitive skin, we recommend the Probiotic Skin Mylck plus Brightening instead of the serum.
