Congestion

Our Congestion collection is for skin that tends to look clogged, with blackheads, rough bumps and visibly congested pores, particularly around the nose, chin and forehead. These concerns usually come down to a build-up of oil and dead skin cells, and the right products help keep pores looking clearer and skin feeling fresher. Oilier skin types are most likely to notice it, though anyone can experience it from time to time.

There are more than 100 products here from seven brands. ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads offer a convenient daily swipe, while ZO Skin Health Exfoliating Polish gives skin a satisfying, refining buff a few times a week. PRIORI LCA fx121 Skin Renewal Serum is designed to refine the look of texture, Medik8 Calmwise Serum suits congested skin that is also easily flushed, and Medik8 r-Retinoate Intense brings vitamin A into an evening routine.

Managing the look of Congestion is about regular, gentle exfoliation and balanced hydration rather than scrubbing hard or drying skin out, which can leave it looking oilier. Salicylic acid, retinoids and niacinamide are the ingredients you will see most often in this edit. Becci, a registered aesthetics nurse who has dedicated more than two decades to specialist skincare and medical aesthetics, curates each product and offers realistic suggestions tailored to your routine.

Browse cleansers, pads, serums and masks below and compare formats to suit your lifestyle. A little consistency goes a long way, and our Congestion edit makes it easy to find what your skin needs.