Humidity pushes oily skin into overdrive. By midday you're shiny, and over time that extra oil mixes with dead skin cells to clog pores, leading to blackheads, bumps, and blemishes. The fix isn't scrubbing harder. It's exfoliating smarter.
What is BHA?
- Salicylic acid (BHA): an oil-soluble exfoliant that works inside the pore to clear buildup
Because it dissolves through oil, it's ideal for oily and blemish-prone skin.
The APLB Salicylic Acid BHA Arbutin line
- BHA Arbutin Facial Toner: helps clear clogged pores and revive dull skin
- BHA Arbutin Ampoule Serum: unclogs pores, with centella to keep skin calm
- BHA Arbutin Facial Cream: gently removes dead skin cells while hydrating
The key ingredients:
- Arbutin: helps fade the look of marks that breakouts leave behind
- Centella asiatica: soothes skin while the BHA works
Add a glow serum.
Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide is a best seller for oily skin.
- Propolis: soothes and nourishes
- Niacinamide: helps balance the look of oil and visible pores
A simple routine
- Morning: gentle cleanser, BHA toner, Glow Serum, light moisturizer, sunscreen
- Night: cleanse, BHA ampoule, BHA cream
For the first two weeks, use BHA every other night. Once your skin is comfortable, move to daily use.
Common mistakes
- Washing too often: it strips the skin, which then produces more oil.
- Skipping moisturizer: oily skin still needs hydration.
- Stacking too many exfoliants at once.
Frequently asked questions
Will BHA make my skin purge?
Some people see a few extra small breakouts in the first weeks as pores clear. If you get redness, burning, or peeling, reduce how often you use it.
Can I use BHA if I have sensitive skin?
Start slowly, every other night, and patch test first. Always follow with moisturizer.
Do I need sunscreen with BHA?
Yes. Exfoliated skin is more sensitive to the sun.
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