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To say that the skincare market is overwhelming is an understatement, right?

Even your local supermarket leaves you faced with a stress-inducing plethora of products that all promise great skin.

dermatologist-approved skincare brands: woman with clear skin

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Its in these moments that we call on the help of an expert dermatologist.

Namely, London-based cosmetic dermatologist Sam Bunting.

Keep reading to see the ones that made the cut.

Avène Eau Thermale Spring Water Spray

Avene

Its a French pharmacy brand thats my go-to for sensitive skin, Bunting says.

The Tolerance Extreme range is wonderful.

It has a specially designed packaging system that avoids the need for preservatives in the formulation.

Avène Very High Protection Fluid SPF 50+

Its fragrance-free and non-clogging too, so its perfect for acne-prone yet reactive skin.

I also love its Trixera and Xeracalm range for the body.

These feel luxurious and are perfect for those withdry skinand a tendency toeczema.

Avène Xeracalm Cream

This one is so much more than a face mist.

The silica-rich spray promises to smooth sunburns, razor burns and even parched complexions.

Use it post-cleansing and your skin will feel instantly hydrated.

Elta MD Foaming Facial Cleanser

Safeguard summer skin with this high-protection SPF.

This rich body lotion promises to help even the angriest, itchiest skin chill out.

Its cooling formula is definitely worth trying for anyone who has eczema or sunburns.

Elta MD Moisturising Facial Sunscreen SPF 30

Elta MD

This U.S. brand is my absolute go-to for sunscreens, says Bunting.

The products are incredibly well formulated and contain my favorite ingredientzinc oxideat good percentages.

Think more than 5%.

Elta MD UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF 46

Its fragrance-free, non-clogging, and a real game-changer for acne-prone skin.

Its UV Clear is particularly goodthe niacinamide in the formulation means it actively helps with acne and pigmentation.

This ultra-frothy, creamy foam cleanser boasts a pH-balanced formula meant to gently cleanse sensitive skin.

Obagi Hydrate Luxe Moisture-Rich Cream

No drying, irritation, or drama required.

This one was designed specifically for very dry and post-procedure skin.

Cosseting is the one word wed use to describe this cream.

Obagi C Serum 10%

This concentrated blend harnesses 10% vitamin C in its formula.

Cleansers dont get much more low impact than this one.

Thats the sign of a good cleanser.

Obaji Gentle Cleanser

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