🌿 Acne Awareness Month: How Day & Leaf Helps You Heal

June is Acne Awareness Month—a time to spotlight skincare education, empower those affected, and shift the stigma around blemish-prone skin. At Day & Leaf, we believe in pairing sensitivity-first science with plant-powered care to support your skin journey.

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1. 🎯 Embrace Understanding, Not Shame

Acne affects millions across all ages. It’s not about poor hygiene—it’s linked to genetics, hormones, skin barrier health, and inflammation. Awareness means acknowledging these factors, encouraging dermatological guidance, and fostering emotional support. A reminder: you’re far from alone.

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2. Cleanse Gently, Always

A fresh face is the foundation—but harsh cleansers can backfire. During Acne Awareness Month, we’re spotlighting Day & Leaf’s Oil‑to‑Milk Cleanser, a barrier-supportive gentle cleanser ideal for double-cleansing routines without stripping skin  .

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3. Exfoliate Smart with AHA

Chemical exfoliation helps remove dead skin and fade post-acne marks. Day & Leaf’s AHA Peeling Concentrate offers gentle exfoliation and radiant results while soothing sensitive skin  . Use only 1–2 nights per week and always pair with SPF.

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4. Sun Protection = Acne-Fade Defense

Did you know acne treatments like AHAs and retinoids increase sun sensitivity? Day & Leaf’s Ultra-Defence SPF 50 Balm Stick provides broad-spectrum mineral protection that’s non‑comedogenic and perfect for on-the-go reapplication—even over makeup   .

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5. Build a Barrier-Friendly Routine

• Day:

1. Oil‑to‑Milk Cleanser

2. AHA Peeling Concentrate (1–2×/week, night only)

3. Hydrating serum or barrier-repair moisturizer

4. SPF 50 Balm Stick (with every reapplication)

• Night:

1. Cleanser

2. Spot-treatments as prescribed (e.g., salicylic or benzoyl)

3. Moisturiser—skip exfoliants on AHA nights

Consistency is key: hydration first, actives second.

6. Recognise Emotional Impact

Acne Awareness Month also highlights the emotional toll of acne. By sharing routines and encouraging open conversations, Day & Leaf champions both skin health and self-esteem.

🔍 Recommended Products

Listed below are products that align with Acne Awareness Month principles and Day & Leaf’s clean ethos:

Highlights:

• CeraVe Blemish Control Cleanser – A gentle cleanser with 2% salicylic acid and ceramides; ideal for everyday use.

• NIP + FAB Salicylic Fix Day Pads – Everyday exfoliating pads that help unclog pores and smooth texture.

• The Clear Set – Three-step routine from The Ordinary: cleanser, serum, and moisturizer—all fragrance-free and acne-focused.

🤝 Why These Pair with Day & Leaf

• All products avoid harsh fragrances and fillers—mirroring Day & Leaf’s clean, sensitive-skin-first philosophy      .

• The CeraVe cleanser and NIP + FAB pads bring dermatologist-approved actives (salicylic acid) that complement your gentle evening treatment.

• The Ordinary set provides customizable layering—perfect for skin that’s ready for step-by-step upgrades.

✅ Final Thoughts for June & Beyond

This Acne Awareness Month, choose consistency, barrier care, informed action, and emotional wellness. With Day & Leaf’s gentle cleansers, exfoliants, and SPF solutions—backed up by accessible, effective actives—you can renew your skin and your confidence. Celebrate progress, not just perfection.

P.S.: Always patch test new products, use SPF daily, and reach out to a dermatologist for persistent or cystic acne. You deserve support—inside and out.