Redness in your luteal phase

Redness is flushing, blotchiness, or visibly irritated, reactive skin. In your luteal phase, progesterone rises and oil production climbs, so pores clog more easily and breakouts appear.

What to do

Simplify to soothing, barrier-supporting products and patch-test new actives.

Ingredients that help

  • centella
  • ceramides
  • azelaic acid

What to avoid

Avoid fragrance, alcohol-heavy toners, and aggressive actives.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is my redness worse in the luteal phase?

In your luteal phase, progesterone rises and oil production climbs, so pores clog more easily and breakouts appear, which can affect redness.

What ingredients help redness?

Look for centella, ceramides, azelaic acid.