Teen Client – Parent Inquiry

My client's teen is experiencing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following acne breakouts. The first image shows her current skincare routine and products, and I'll also be sharing the written routine that may have contributed to her acne and pigmentation concerns.

Her mother is seeking guidance on the following:

• Should we continue the prescribed medications?
• Which products would you recommend adding, removing, or replacing?
• What adjustments would help improve both active acne and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation while supporting a healthy skin barrier?

I would love to hear your thoughts and recommendations based on the current routine and skin concerns.

This is the routine that caused acne purging & PIH. She also got prescribed an oral antibiotic during this doxycycline in March. The routine below is current routine.

Current routine