Lana Banana Acne Cleanser - Teen Skincare

Combating Acne: Effective Treatments and Tips 🧖‍♀️

Lana Banana’s Co-Founder Lana Sayah Explains

Hey skincare lovers, Lana here. If you’ve ever dealt with a sudden breakout, oily T-zone drama, or those stubborn little bumps that just won’t quit, I totally get it. Acne can be stressful, confusing, and let’s be honest, annoying. But with the right routine and ingredients, it is manageable. Pinky promise.

At Lana Banana, we created an entire line specifically for teenage and young adult skin that’s acne-prone, sensitive, and still figuring itself out. It’s skincare that makes sense, doesn’t overload your skin, and actually works.

First, What Actually Causes Acne?

Acne shows up when your pores get clogged with oil, bacteria and dead skin. Add stress, hormones, pollution, and a few late nights in there, and boom, you’ve got inflammation, redness, and breakouts.

The key to managing it? Gentle but powerful products, used consistently.

The Lana Banana Lineup: Your Acne Routine, Sorted

Each of our six products is designed with breakout-prone, young skin in mind. No heavy textures. No harsh stripping ingredients. Just smart, effective formulas that calm, clear and support your skin barrier.

 1. The Gentle Cleanser

This daily gel-textured cleanser removes excess oil and skin pollution while soothing and nourishing.

  • Aloe Vera: Calms inflammation.
  • Cucumber Extract: Reduces redness.
  • Vitamin E: Helps repair damaged skin.

Perfect for prepping your skin morning and night, without that tight, squeaky feeling.
 
2. The Day Serum

  • A lightweight, powerhouse serum that shields and brightens.
  • Vitamin C: Brightens and neutralises free radicals.
  • Niacinamide: Calms redness, balances oil and evens out tone.
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Keeps your skin hydrated and plump (dehydrated skin = more oil!).
  • Peptides + Marine Collagen: Strengthen and renew your skin barrier.

Ideal for healing post-breakout marks and protecting against daily stressors.


3. The Protective Moisturiser

A lightweight, multi-tasking moisturiser that hydrates, protects, and perfects, all in one go.

  •  Zinc Oxide & Titanium Dioxide: Provide physical barrier protection against UV and pollution.
  • Peptides: Strengthen the skin barrier and help fade post-acne marks.
  • Niacinamide: Calms redness, balances oil production and reduces inflammation.

Leaves your skin smooth, glowy, and protected for the day ahead.

4. Exfoliating Cleanser

A gentle resurfacing cleanser made for teen and young adult skin that needs a fresh start without the sting.

  • Lactic Acid (AHA): Gently exfoliates to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores.
  • Chamomile: A phytonutrient that calms irritation.
  • Cucumber Extract: Calms inflammation and reduces redness.

Perfect for oily and breakout-prone skin that needs a glow boost, without compromising on gentleness

5. The Night Serum

This gentle exfoliating serum is like a skin reset while you sleep.

  • 2.5% Salicylic Acid (BHA): Unclogs pores, targets blackheads and hormonal breakouts.
  •  Lactic Acid (AHA): Gently smooths and clears dead skin cells.
  • Manuka Honey: Antibacterial and calming—great for active acne.
  • Aloe Vera: Calms irritation.

You’ll wake up to clearer, calmer, smoother skin.

6. Light Moisturiser

A non-comedogenic hydrator made for oily, acne-prone skin.

  • Niacinamide: Reduces oil and soothes.
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Deeply hydrates without heaviness.
  • Aloe Vera: Great for calming breakouts.

Feels light on the skin but delivers serious hydration, without clogging your pores.

 

My Acne Prevention Tips (From Someone Who’s Been There)

  • Cleanse every morning and night, consistency matters.
  • Avoid harsh, stripping products that damage your barrier.
  • Stick to lightweight layers (our whole range is designed for that)
  • Don't skip moisturiser, even oily skin needs hydration!
  • Keep hands off your face, and change pillowcases weekly.
  • Use spot treatments sparingly and never pick!

Want Extra Help? Visit All Saint Clinic in Double Bay

Sometimes, your skin needs a little extra support and there’s zero shame in that. For in-clinic acne treatments like deep extractions, laser therapy or customised facials, I always recommend All Saint Clinic in Double Bay. Their team understands young, acne-prone skin and will guide you with a treatment plan that complements your Lana Banana routine perfectly.

Acne Doesn’t Define You, But, Clearer Skin Is Possible

Whether you’re just starting your skincare journey or looking to level-up your glow, Lana Banana’s range is made for you. Gentle, targeted, and designed to fit into real life (like your school locker, gym bag or sleepover kit).

 

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