I battled the worst acne outbreak of my life, mainly on my forehead and cheeks. The breakout on my cheeks was especially severe.

Being very self-conscious, I tried countless products, and my self-esteem hit rock bottom. I even avoided classes and meeting friends because I felt terrible about how I looked.

Some people even asked hurtful questions about my skin, which made things worse. Please, never comment on someone's acne — they are already struggling enough inside. After much trial, these products helped me heal:

1. COSRX Salicylic Acid Cleanser

Helped clear pimples over time, great for oily skin.

2. Anua Heartleaf Toner

Deeply hydrated my skin and calmed inflammation.

3. Anua Dark Spot Serum

Lightened my acne scars over 5–6 months with consistent use.

4. Round Lab Sunscreen

One of the best sunscreens — no white cast and leaves a natural glow.

5. COSRX Moisturizer

Kept my skin hydrated, speeding up recovery.

Besides skincare, cutting down on sugar and drinking more water also sped up my skin recovery. Healing isn't instant, but with patience and the right care, it's absolutely possible to overcome it!