AcneRX Balance Cream | Lightweight Moisturizer for Acne-Prone Skin

Glycerin
A dependable humectant that draws water into the upper layers of the skin, helping reduce the tight, thirsty feeling that can accompany acne treatment.

Safflower oil
A plant-derived emollient that helps soften the skin and support a smoother surface without giving the cream an excessively rich feel.

Dimethicone
A lightweight skin protectant that helps reduce moisture loss and creates a soft, silky finish.

Petrolatum
Used within the formula to help slow water loss and support skin comfort. In this balanced cream base, it provides light protective cushioning rather than the feel of a heavy ointment.

Allantoin and panthenol
Conditioning ingredients that help dry or treatment-stressed skin feel calmer, softer, and more comfortable.

Hyaluronic acid
A water-binding humectant that supports surface hydration and a more supple feel.

Apply a small amount to clean skin after serums or treatment products have absorbed.

Use in the morning before SPF. It may also be used in the evening when the skin feels dry, tight, or flaky.

If you are beginning a benzoyl peroxide ritual using short-contact therapy, apply Balance Cream after the benzoyl peroxide has been rinsed away. Once your skin has adjusted and you begin leaving benzoyl peroxide on overnight, DO NOT apply Balance Cream afterward.

A thin, even layer is usually enough. Adding more moisturizer will not necessarily correct irritation caused by using an active too frequently.

Morning

1. Cleanse.
2. Apply toner or treatment serum as directed.
3. Apply AcneRX Balance Cream.
4. Finish with broad-spectrum SPF.

Evening

1. Cleanse.
2. Apply your acne treatment as directed.
3. Allow the treatment to absorb.
4. Apply AcneRX Balance Cream if the skin needs additional comfort.

AcneRX Balance Cream pairs particularly well with benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, and salicylic acid rituals because it adds moisture without introducing another corrective active.

If you are using several exfoliating products, prescription acne medication, or a retinoid, contact us before adding more actives to your ritual.

Is AcneRX Balance Cream appropriate for acne-prone skin?

It was formulated and selected with acne-prone skin in mind. Its lightweight texture makes it a useful option when acne treatment creates dryness but a richer moisturizer feels excessive. Individual sensitivities and acne triggers can still vary.

Is this moisturizer oil-free?

No. AcneRX Balance Cream contains safflower oil, along with dimethicone and a small amount of petrolatum. These ingredients help soften the skin and reduce moisture loss while maintaining a relatively light texture.

Can I use it with benzoyl peroxide?

Yes. We often use Balance Cream to support skin comfort while it adjusts to benzoyl peroxide. Apply it after your benzoyl peroxide step, following the directions of your individual acne ritual.

Can I use it with mandelic or salicylic acid?

Yes. Apply your treatment first, allow it to absorb, and follow with a small amount of Balance Cream. If your skin is already irritated, reduce the frequency of your active rather than simply layering on more moisturizer.

What is the difference between Balance Cream and Hydrating Jelly?

Hydrating Jelly provides very lightweight, water-based hydration and is useful for layering or “sandwiching” active products. Balance Cream adds more emollient and protective support, making it better suited to visible flaking, tightness, or treatment-related dryness.

Some skin benefits from using Hydrating Jelly beneath Balance Cream. Others need only one. Your skin does not receive bonus points for the largest possible product stack.

Can I use it when I am not using acne treatment?

Yes. It can be used as a lightweight daily moisturizer for combination, oily, or acne-prone skin, even when corrective products are not part of the ritual.

For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes.

Discontinue use if persistent irritation or sensitivity develops.

If the skin is raw, burning, swollen, or significantly over-exfoliated, pause corrective products and seek personalized guidance. A moisturizer may soften ordinary treatment dryness, but it should not be used to push through an active reaction.

Individual skin responses vary. No skincare product can be guaranteed to be appropriate for every acne-prone or sensitive skin.