We all want clear and smooth skin, but sometimes, especially with the Philippines’ pollution and climate, it can be difficult to achieve such.

I hate blackheads and whiteheads (well, who doesn’t?) and I make sure to follow my strict skincare routine to make sure they don’t appear. I start by using the Pigmentation Correction Green Apple Clay Mask from Origani cosmetics in the Philippines.

This stuff is amazing, as it immediately purifies and brightens the skin. It also has green apple extract that tones aging skin, as well as rebalances the oil in your face. I have been using this for more than a month, and boy, do I notice a huge difference.

I rarely see blackheads and whiteheads on my face anymore, and I have noticed that my skin feels softer and looks more radiant these days. I live by clay masks, as these things can easily deep cleanse your pores, leaving you with a clean but perfectly balanced pH in the skin.

Another thing that I use is a gentle but powerful facial wash. I always look for salicylic acid when I am looking through the ingredients in a facial wash, as this is a powerful ingredient that can easily get rid of blackheads and whiteheads. I use my toner in the morning, before putting my makeup on, and at night, before going to bed.

You also have to make sure that the moisturizer that you are using is the right type. Choose a moisturizer that is non-comedogenic and has a light formula.

Other moisturizers can make your skin produce more oils, which can then lead to blackheads and whiteheads production. Avoid heavy and thick moisturizers, as these can most likely clog your pores.

When it comes to skincare, a trial-and-error approach is usually the case most of the time. Be patient, ask the experts and follow your routine religiously to get perfect skin!