The INKEY List Succinic Acid Blemish Treatment to Clear Blemishes, Reduce Inflammation and Prevent Clogged Pores 15ml

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As an emollient cream (thanks to its inclusion of lanolin), Sudocrem primarily helps to soften the skin, but it's got a handful of other ingredients that have their uses, too. Other ingredients that make up Sudocrem are: zinc oxide (an astringent), benzyl benzoate and benzyl cinnamate (known for healing properties), and benzyl alcohol (acting as an antibacterial). "Whilst there is some limited evidence that oral zinc supplements may help reduce acne inflammation, unfortunately Sudocrem — which contains a small percentage of zinc oxide in a cream formula — will not help treat acne," said Dr. Laftah. IS THIS PRODUCT PREGNANCY SAFE? We do not recommend this product if pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use. Your guide to pregnancy safe skincare >

So, succinic acid, what does that do and who should be using it? Here's everything you need to know. What is succinic acid?Clear blemishes fast, reduce inflammation, and prevent clogged pores with our non-drying, gentle, and targeted treatment. With a cream formula, it is easily layered under makeup without drying or flaking.

IS THIS PRODUCT VEGAN?Yes! This product contains no animal derivatives and is now certified by The Vegan Society. Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory properties to help calm acne and reduce redness. It’s natural, but no weakling: 5% tea tree oil has results comparable to 5% benzoyl peroxide. Like benzoyl peroxide, prolonged use may not suit sensitive skin. Succinic acid has a number of properties that make it a prime ingredient in skincare. First up, it plays a key role in creating energy within cells, making it pretty pivotal to overall cell function. It also has been shown to have significant antioxidant properties, meaning it counteracts cellular damage caused by oxidative stress as a result of things like pollution and UV exposure. SHOULD I USE THIS BEFORE OR AFTER MY OTHER SKINCARE PRODUCTS?You can apply Succinic Acid directly to areas of concern up to 3x a day both over and under make-up. Allow 5 minutes to dry before following with the rest of your routine/make up. Do seek advice from your GP if you have moderate to severe acne and over-the-counter products haven't worked. If acne is making you depressed or anxious, don't hesitate to seek medical advice.WHY IS THERE A SMELL?This is due to the nature of ingredients in the formulation, and these do not affect the efficacy of the Succinic Acid treatment. The smell will disappear upon application.

If you would like to use other skincare or makeup on top, leave the formula to dry for 5 minutes before applying. Clear acne blemishes fast, reduce inflammation and prevent clogged pores with our non-drying, gentle, and targeted treatment. With a cream formula, it is easily layered under makeup without drying or flaking.

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Succinic acid is the perfect choice for anyone who experiences acne and breakouts, as its antimicrobial properties can help to target the underlying causes of these conditions. It's also a good idea to incorporate the ingredient into your regime if you are exposed to pollution, smoke or any other sources of oxidative stress. How do you use succinic acid? Another pro? It's a lot more gentle compared with other skincare acids. So if your skin is acne-prone and sensitive, this major multi-tasker is unlikely to cause your skin to react. Which skin types can use it? If using after other actives such as exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs or PHA Toner), Retinol, Vitamin C, Niacinamide, we'd suggest to avoid applying these on the areas you wish to use Succinic on. When I break out in multiple places at once, I just apply it in all the different spots and go about my day. No, I haven’t tried to go outdoors looking like that. But if I’m gonna be indoors all day, I simply do not care.

No, not exactly. While both are considered to be effective anti-acne ingredients, succinic acid is a lot milder than salicylic acid. Truth be told, there’s not a lot succinic acid can’t do. The ultimate all-rounder, it’s a anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory ingredient, making it an effective solution for clearing persistent acne breakouts. As well as acne, succinic acid also works effectively in soothing eczema and psoriasis.Despite having dry acne-prone skin, I’ve never really been a fan of spot treatments. I just thought they were a waste of time especially since I always have a Salicylic Acid product at hand. Having one extra product isn’t going to prevent my acne anyway. If I’m gonna break out, there’s no stopping it. It doesn’t help that I’m currently using the Geek & Gorgeous Retinal and 20% Azelaic Acid and I’ve been purging quite a bit.