@volley17, I initially wondered whether an acid-based toner might be helpful but it look like you have that in your routine already as was going to recommend products along those lines in addition to seeing a dermatologist who can provide professional assistance with your skincare concerns and needs. Since you already use exfoliating toners in your routine, wondering if you've tried a clay mask, just over the areas where you have enlarged or clogged pores? That might be something worth looking into, but as with any new product, I'd recommend getting a sample beforehand if you can, doing a patch test and easing into it / incorporating it slowly into your routine and not adding anything new to your routine as you are testing it out. This latter approach will make it easier to determine or narrow down the cause of any irritation or negative reaction your skin might experience. Some clay masks that may be of interest to you include: innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Detoxing Clay Mask with AHAs + Oil Control ​ 3.38 oz / 100 ml - I've used this mask on my pores primarily and occasionally over areas where I breakout; it's usually on an as need basis but has been as regular as once a week. My skin is normal-to-dry most of the year (combination in the late spring and summer months). It does not make the drier parts of my face tight or drying but I use it sparingly and only over the parts of my face where I'm prone to clogged pores. This contains AHAs so if it's something you will try, I suggest that you refrain from using it on days you are using your other acid-containing products. In fact, out of an abundance of caution, at the beginning, I'd recommend that after a patch test clears (doesn't result in irritation or adverse skin reaction to the product), you refrain from any of the AHA / BHA products in your skincare routine while you are trying out the mask. If your skin responds well to the product, you might incorporate your exfoliating products back into your routine but I would recommend not using them on the same day that you're using the mask. fresh Umbrian Clay Pore Purifying Face Mask 1 oz / 30 mL is another gentle and effective clay mask. This also contains AHA so my recommended approach to this is similar to the innisfree mask. This ask I sometimes use as a mask and cleanser - I apply it over the parts of face prone to clogged and enlarged pores, let that sit for a few (2-3) minutes (but no more than 5 minutes) and then wash off with a microfiber towel or rinse off like I would a cleanser. Other clay based masks (both also containing exfoliating acids) that you might be interested in looking into are OLEHENRIKSEN Violet Ice Cold Plunge Pore Clay Mask 3 oz/89 mL (contains BHA) and Caudalie Mini Pore Minimizing Instant Detox Mask 1.18 oz / 35 mL (AHA). Other products to help with decongesting pores or minimizing the appearance of pores include products that contain niacinamide (provided your skin is not sensitive to niacinamide) and sunscreen, the latter of which is helpful in general but especially if you're using an AHA / BHA in your skinare routine.

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Hey, @princesshappy , I'd encourage you to, if you can, avoid using eye makeup and anything irritating until the skin heals. Then you can use a cleansing oil (as recommended below) or a gentle cleansing balm Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm . As someone with sensitive eyes, I like to use the balm in combination with a Make Up Eraser The Original MakeUp Eraser MakeUp Eraser® PRO Pink Reusable Makeup Remover . I would recommend if you use an oil or balm, put on dry skin and emulsify with gentle rubbing and wipe off with a gentle cloth. If you're using micellar water or biphasic remover (remember to shake these up), what I like to do, is hold a Shiseido Super-Soft, 100% Natural Facial Cotton 165 sheets (or similar cotton) damp with the micellar water/makeup remover to my closed eye for like 15-30 seconds and then wipe, but not too aggressively. (It may be the case that part of irritation came from rubbing too aggressively). Good luck!!

For sensitive, acne-prone skin with dark spots, a proper routine is key: start with a gentle cleanser, follow with a serum targeting dark spots, and finish with SPF daily.

For your combo/oily, sensitive skin with redness and large pores, try a gentle toner to calm and refine pores, then a lightweight serum to balance oil.

SportyGirly125 thanks for sharing!

I am now using Cerave products and my skin has become better.