Exuviance | Pore Refining and Clarifying Water Gel
What It Is:
A lightweight mattifying moisturizer for oily, acne-prone skin that helps refine pores and post-blemish marks for a smoother, clearer complexion.
How to Use:
Apply to the face twice daily. If used during the day, follow with sunscreen.
Editor Feedback:
“As someone with acne-prone skin, it’s make or break to find a moisturizer that won’t break me out. This formula from Exuviance never upsets my skin, and I can feel good knowing it’s also helping to fade post-acne dark spots.”— Allie Hogan, senior beauty editor
Key Ingredients:
A mix of AHAs and PHAs exfoliate skin for a more even tone and texture. Salicylic acid clarifies and minimizes the appearance of pores. A blend of botanicals helps address oiliness and reduce sebum.
Expert Insight:
“The Pore Refining and Clarifying Water Gel contains a blend of oil loving AHA, Mandelic Acid, and water loving PHA, Gluconolactone. This combination helps clean your pores while gently exfoliating without over-drying your skin, which is the last thing you want to do when you have acne.” — Jipsha Thakrar, associate director, R&D