Skincare directory for South Africa

Find skincare by what your skin needs, from shops that deliver to SA.

Browse skincare and makeup, from CeraVe, La Roche-Posay and The Ordinary to Korean brands like COSRX and Anua, by skin concern, ingredient, routine step or brand. Each card has a real product photo, the price and the date we last checked it.

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Prices and ratings checked 12 October 2026
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Face sunscreen for South African sun: what to buy and how to use itSA UV hits 11+ most summer days. How much SPF to use, when to reapply, and SPF 50 face picks with checked prices and links.An oily-skin routine that controls shine without strippingA four-step oily-skin routine for humid Durban summers and dry Highveld winters, with niacinamide, gel moisturiser and SPF picks.Dry skin routine for Highveld winters and air-conditioned officesWhy Gauteng skin gets tight from May to September, and a cream-cleanser, hyaluronic acid and ceramide routine that holds moisture.Acne-prone skin: an over-the-counter routine that's worth six weeksA salicylic acid and niacinamide routine for mild breakouts, how long to wait for results, and when to see a GP or dermatologist in SA.Niacinamide: what the research shows and how to use itWhat the studies show niacinamide does for oil, pores and dark marks, why 10% isn't required, and how to use it with retinol and vitamin C.Retinol for beginners: how to start without wrecking your skinHow to start retinol without peeling: a 12-week schedule, which strength to buy first, what to avoid mixing, and why SPF is non-negotiable.A skincare routine under R500: what to buy firstStart with a cleanser and SPF, add one serum later. Three priced starter combinations with real prices and checked dates.

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