If you’re 35+ and still dealing with breakouts, it can feel like you’re stuck between two extremes: products that are too gentle to make a difference, or “acne fixes” that leave your skin dry, sore and reactive. The good news is that many irritation problems aren’t because your skin is “too sensitive” or you’re “doing it wrong” — they’re often down to how actives are introduced (too many, too often, layered incorrectly, or added when the skin barrier is already stressed). Thi