The Active Products to Try Next, Based on Your Skin Concerns

Fact: We sell a lot of really good skin care at Adore Beauty.

It’s kind of our thing.

But when there are so many excellent active serums and treatments and moisturisers (oh my!) to choose from, it’s hard to know what to put on your face.

Haaaaaaave you met Aspect?

If you haven’t heard of Aspect skincare products before, you might recognise the sleek light blue and silver packaging from scrolling through our skin care category by Most Popular.

Or maybe you saw it featured in one of our best-selling active serums or best-selling skin care Beauty IQ articles.

The Australian cosmeceutical (active skin care) brand is known for high-quality, evidence-based products specifically formulated to effectively manage skin concerns including hyperpigmentation, signs of premature ageing like fine lines and wrinkles, blemishes, acne scarring, dehydration and even sensitised skin.

Aspect products like the Aspect vitamin B serum, Aspect Phytostat 9 Moisturiser, Aspect exfoliating cleansers and the Aspect Probiotic Mask are consistently popular among AB customers.

They do what they say they will, layer well with other products in your routine, and are reasonably priced - you can expect to pay between $35-$95 for a cleanser or moisturiser, and $130-150 for serums or treatments.

OK cool, but which of these active skincare products is right for you?

Keep scrolling for a beauty editor-approved guide to the best Aspect products to try next, depending on your skin concerns.

1. Best Aspect Products For Hyperpigmentation.

What:

• Aspect Pigment Punch+ 30ml - A pigment-inhibiting serum that reduces the look of existing hyperpigmentation while actively helping to prevent new dark spots from forming.

• Aspect Sun Physical Sun Protection SPF 50+ Sunscreen Cream - The brand’s newest and highly-requested broad spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen formulated using zinc oxide, a mineral or ‘physical’ filter.

Why they’re so good:

Looking to address melasma, hyperpigmentation, dark spots and uneven skin tone? These two products together are *chef’s kiss*.

Hyperpigmentation caused by sun damage, inflammation, acne scarring or hormonal changes is hard to ‘get rid of’ with skin care.

A combo of professional skin treatments like skin needling or fraxel laser, and targeted skincare products to treat and prevent is most effective.

Aspect Pigment Punch serum is one of our best-selling hyperpigmentation serums for a whole lot of reasons.

The antioxidant, vitamin C, niacinamide (vitamin B3) and peptide-rich formula supports the skin barrier, brightens the look of skin and protects against free radical damage.

But RadianSkinT, a derivative of hydroquinone, is what makes this serum seriously special. 

This ‘pigment inhibitor’ ingredient prevents the build up of melanin - the compound that gives skin colour - to stop pigment before it occurs.

Dermal therapists will often recommend pairing your hyperpigmentation serum with a mineral sunscreen if hyperpigmentation is a concern, but some can look and feel chalky on the skin.

This one contains hydrating ingredients and has a sheer, lightweight finish that feels comfortable and layers nicely under makeup.

Beauty IQ Uncensored podcast co-host Hannah Furst talks about using Aspect Pigment Punch and a physical sunscreen for her melasma constantly.

You’d think the woman was earning a commission considering how often she recommends these hyperpigmentation product. 

(Spoiler: She isn’t, they’re just that good.)

Shop this Aspect hyperpigmentation duo here:

2. Best Aspect Products For Pimples & Acne-Prone Skin.

What:

• Aspect Jungle Brew - A vitamin C serum specifically for oily, combination, and problematic skin in mind.

• Aspect Clear Skin Complex 50g - An exfoliating treatment and hydrating moisturiser hybrid with a matte shine-free finish.

• Aspect Stop Spot - Potentially the best spot treatment this writer has tried.

Why they’re so good:

If congestion, pimples and blackheads bother you, this Aspect trio was made for you.

To protect the skin, brighten uneven skin tone and reduce the look of acne scarring, a vitamin C that won’t break you out is key.

Jungle Brew is a vitamin C and acne-prone skin serum in one. The mattifying formula contains vitamin C, antioxidants and Amazonian extracts to brighten and calm.

Blemish prone skin still needs moisture, too. 

But if greasy creams trigger you, try this Aspect Clear Skin Complex targeted lotion.

Alpha hydroxy acids exfoliate the skin to help clear congestion, and the lightweight texture adds hydration but dries down matte.

Finally, the Aspect spot treatment is a favourite of our resident dermal therapist Yads Cauchi (she wrote about it in her Beauty IQ article on how to get rid of pimples fast here).

A dab of this salicylic spot treatment on your pimple helps to reduce the breakout, without stripping the skin around it.

P.S. You can get this trio of blemish-busting, skin-clearing products in a value bundle to get 15% off. 

That's a saving of $43.50, but be quick because when the Aspect Clear Skin Heroes Routine Bundle is gone, it's gone.

3. Best Aspect Products For Dull & Dehydrated Skin.

What:

• Aspect Purastat 5 Cleanser 220ml - This 2-in-1 chemical and physical exfoliating cleanser gently removes dead skin cells using lactic acid, sugar and coconut extracts.

• Aspect Extreme C 20 - A high concentration vitamin C serum (ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate) ideal for all skin conditions, particularly sensitive and skin prone to redness.

• Aspect Hydrating Serum - Your all-rounder hydrating serum with different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid to hydrate all levels of the skin.

Why they’re so good:

Dehydrated skin is one of the most common skin concerns out there, and you might not even know you have it!

If your skin looks and feels dull, rough or just generally ‘meh’, a three-pronged approach can help.

Promise, it’s not nearly as intense as that sounds.

Sub an exfoliating cleanser into your weekly skincare routine to gently dislodge dead skin cells causing dullness and texture.

This will also help your serums penetrate the skin more effectively, and keep your skin barrier functioning optimally.

Speaking of serums, almost everyone can benefit from using a hydrating serum and vitamin C serum every day - especially if dehydration and dull skin are your concerns.

Both of these Aspect serums have light, silky textures that layer beautifully and won’t pill or ball up under makeup.

Apply your vitamin C first followed by the hydrating serum, moisturiser and sunscreen in the morning, and the hydrating on its own or after treatment products at night.

A couple of weeks on this routine and glowy skin shall follow.

P.S. For a limited time only, you can save $69.50 when you get the Aspect Illuminate & Revitalise Limited Edition Perfect Pair combining the vitamin C and hydrating serums together in a value pack!

Shop this Aspect glowy skin routine here:

4. Best Aspect Products For Sensitised Skin.

What:

• Aspect Probiotic Mask - A probiotic-rich overnight skin saviour to restore your skin barrier.

• Aspect Super PD Complex - Antioxidant protection against premature ageing in a formulation suited even to delicate, post-procedure skin.

Why they’re so good:

Aspect Super PD Complex is an underrated favourite of Beauty IQ Uncensored co-host Joanna Fleming's.

"The antioxidant serum hydrates the skin, and enhances the effectiveness of your vitamin C serum for help addressing skin tone, texture, and the appearance of signs of ageing like hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles," she says.

"Aspect Super PD Complex has a creamy texture and is really hydrating, calming and soothing. It really does give you that glowy dewy look. Bonus, it doesn't really smell like anything, so it's also great for post-procedure skin."

You can hear more about why Jo loves this serum in her morning routine YouTube video below.

Last but not least, the cult Aspect Probiotic Mask hardly needs an introduction, but let’s give you one anyway.

Part soothing mask, part radiant skin moisturiser, the multi-use product contains a mix of calming, hydrating and skin barrier-building ingredients to plump, moisturise and reduce the look of redness.

Pop on a thick layer as a wash-off mask, apply instead of your evening moisturiser or wear as a glowy hydrating primer under makeup.

Shop this Aspect duo for sensitised skin here:

Still not sure? We’ve got you.

Take our Aspect skincare quiz below for even more personalised info on the best Aspect products for you!

Want to read more about serums and treatments? Check out these Beauty IQ articles here:

• The Top 10 Best-Selling Active Serums on Adore Beauty Right Now...

• From Skin Care to Treatments, Here’s How I’m Managing My Melasma

• The Difference Between These Cult Vitamin C Serums (and Which One's Right for Your Skin)