Dealing with pimples and breakouts requires a delicate balance. Excess surface oil on the skin can contribute to blemishes, yet some oil-targeting products and active-loaded pimple patches may also cause dryness. So, what’s the answer for targeting breakouts, oil, and congestion while supporting skin barrier strength? Our clinically proven* 2-Step Clearing Range: a paired system designed to be gentle enough for daily use while delivering visible clearing results. No more relying on drying actives, pimple patches, or layers of makeup!
Products for blemish-prone skin
The Skinstitut® 2-Step Clearing Range includes our AHA + BHA Clearing Serum and Clearing Barrier Repair Moisturiser. Specifically formulated for concerns like breakouts, congestion, visible redness, and excess oiliness, they work together to visibly reduce blemishes in as little as four weeks,* while supporting skin barrier strength and resilience.
Both non-comedogenic products feature a breakthrough microbiome-balancing active, Dendriclear®. This amino acid-based ingredient helps reduce the appearance of breakouts and supports the skin’s microbiome to promote a clear, healthy-looking complexion.
AHA + BHA Clearing Serum
A clear, lightweight serum that’s clinically proven to visibly reduce the appearance of pimples and breakouts*, powered by a triple-acid blend. (Bonus: can be worn under makeup.)
Blemish benefits:
- Visibly reduces breakouts and congestion,
- Targets excess oil and refines pores,
- Supports clearer, balanced-looking skin.
Key ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid (BHA) penetrates pores to help dissolve oil and reduce congestion,
- Lactic and Mandelic Acids (AHAs) gently resurface and refine the look of skin texture,
- Niacinamide assists with calming and balancing the feel of skin,
- Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin help maintain hydration and barrier comfort,
- Dendriclear® Amino Acid Technology assists in supporting skin microbiome health.
Clearing Barrier Repair Moisturiser
A lightweight, barrier-supporting moisturiser designed to help calm breakouts, reduce excess oil, and support skin balance.
Blemish benefits:
- Helps calm breakouts and visible redness,
- Supports skin barrier strength and resilience,
- Helps maintain skin comfort, balance, and hydration.
Key ingredients:
- Niacinamide helps reduce visible redness, refines the look of pores, and improves skin tone appearance,
- Squalane nourishes and softens the feeling of skin while supporting the skin barrier,
- Dendriclear® Amino Acid Technology assists in supporting skin microbiome health.
Clinically proven on breakout-prone skin
The results of our AHA + BHA Clearing Serum in the 2-Step Clearing Range are in. According to test subjects:
- 78% agree their skin looks clearer and blemishes appear less visible.*
- 77% agree their overall skin clarity has improved.*
- 74% agree their skin feels smoother.*
- 71% agree they have fewer blemishes and breakouts, and that rough bumps and texture are reduced.*
Blemish-prone skincare routine
Our 2-Step Clearing Range takes the guesswork out of your skincare routine, minimising the number of products you need to help reduce breakouts. Four products, zero fuss
1) Cleanse: Gentle Cleanser, $52
Our bestselling cleanser to purify, refresh, and calm skin.
2) Exfoliate and correct: AHA + BHA Clearing Serum, $64 (NEW)
Clinically proven* lightweight serum to target breakouts, visible redness, and congestion
3) Hydrate: Clearing Barrier Repair Moisturiser, $59 (NEW)
Barrier-supportive and hydrating formula with a lightweight, balancing finish.
4) Protect: Face the Day SPF 50+, $56
Oil-free, matte-finish sunscreen to protect and hydrate skin.
* Based on a Clinical and Consumer Study of 27 subjects with facial skin prone to pimples and breakouts using the AHA + BHA Clearing Serum for 28 days.
