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The Breakout System
The Breakout System™
Skin that
makes sense
again. Finally.
Four products. Each with a clear role. Developed by a clinician who has had acne herself.
$450
$504
Save $54
Four full-size products. Free postage on Australian orders over $250.
1
Carbon Cleanser
$85
2
Clear + Calm Serum AHA + BHA
$135
3
Vitamin A 0.5% + B3 Serum
$149
4
Hydra Lotion
$135
Australian made
Free from parabens + sulphates
Clinician formulated
Cruelty free
Why you're here
You have
You have
probably tried
a lot of things.
"Products that overpromised and underdelivered. Routines built on trends, not consistency. I know that experience personally. It started for me at twelve."
The patterns we hear most
- You've been sold products, not a routine. One serum at a time, no clear sequence, no understanding of what each step is actually doing or why.
- You've tried "natural" and it didn't work. Or you've tried clinical and it stripped your skin. The right answer sits between both extremes.
- You're not a teenager, but your skin is acting like one. Hormonal, stress-driven or persistent adult acne responds differently. Most routines aren't built for it.
- You're afraid to use Vitamin A. The misinformation around retinoids is significant. At the right concentration, in the right formula, it changes things.
- Your barrier is compromised from years of harsh treatments. Before you can address breakouts, the barrier needs support. That's where this routine starts.
The four products
Every ingredient
Every ingredient
has a reason.
Every step matters.
This is not a collection of individual products bundled for a discount. It is a system. Each product has a specific role in the routine, and together they address the cleanse, exfoliation, targeted treatment and barrier support that blemish-prone skin needs.
1
Morning + Evening
Carbon Cleanser
$85 · 120ml
Cleanse + Purify + Prep
Activated charcoal helps draw away excess oil and surface impurities. AHA fruit acids gently resurface. Australian tea tree oil leaves skin feeling fresh and balanced. Sulphate-free, so it cleans without stripping the barrier.
Activated Charcoal
AHA Fruit Acids
Tea Tree Oil
Vitamin B5
2
Evening (Alternate nights initially)
Clear + Calm Serum
$135 · 30ml
Exfoliate + Calm + Resurface
A targeted AHA + BHA serum designed to support clearer-looking, more refined skin. Glycolic and salicylic acids work at the surface and inside the pore to help address congestion and support skin texture over time.
Glycolic Acid AHA
Salicylic Acid BHA
Niacinamide
Allantoin
3
Evening (After Clear + Calm)
Vitamin A 0.5% + B3 Serum
$149 · 30ml
Renew + Refine + Repair
A clinical-strength Vitamin A (retinol 0.5%) paired with Niacinamide (B3). Developed for consistent, long-term use to support skin renewal and help address the appearance of post-breakout marks and skin texture.
Retinol 0.5%
Niacinamide B3
Hyaluronic Acid
Vitamin E
4
Morning + Evening (Final step)
Hydra Lotion
$135 · 50ml
Hydrate + Support + Protect
A lightweight, non-comedogenic moisturiser designed to support the barrier without adding congestion. Provides the hydration that active treatments require to work properly, while leaving skin comfortable and balanced.
Hyaluronic Acid
Beta Glucan
Ceramides
Aloe Vera
Real results
What consistent
What consistent
use actually
looks like.
These are real Science Skincare customers who have used the Breakout System as part of a consistent daily routine. Results are individual and reflect each person's experience over their own timeframe.
Steph
Breakout System · 3 months · Individual results vary
Anonymous
Breakout System · Individual results vary
Anonymous
Breakout System · 90 days · Individual results vary
Results shown are from real Science Skincare customers using the Breakout System as part of a consistent daily routine. Individual results vary. These images have not been digitally altered.
Elissa O'Keefe
Nurse Practitioner · Adj. Associate Professor
Founder, Science Skincare
Founder, Science Skincare
Why Elissa created it
Built from personal experience.
Built from personal experience.
Refined over 40 years.
"I have worked with thousands of people who felt frustrated, self-conscious and exhausted by their skin. I also know that experience personally. For me, it started young. By twelve, I was already searching for products that might help, but it took years to find an approach that truly made sense."
40+Years of clinical skin expertise
1000sOf patients treated for acne and blemish-prone skin
AUMade in Australia, ethically sourced ingredients
0Unnecessary ingredients in any formula
This collection brings that thinking together: four products, each with a distinct role, designed to work in sequence as a consistent routine for clearer-looking, more balanced skin.
Every ingredient has a purpose. Every formula has been developed by a clinician who has both personal and professional insight into what blemish-prone skin actually needs.
The routine
Simple. Consistent.
Simple. Consistent.
In the right order.
The Breakout System is designed as a morning and evening routine. Each step prepares the skin for the next. Follow the sequence — it matters.
Morning
1
Carbon Cleanser
1-2 pumps, massage gently, rinse
2
Hydra Lotion
Apply to clean skin as final step
+
Optional: Suntint Protect SPF-25
Sold separately — recommended for daytime
Evening
1
Carbon Cleanser
1-2 pumps, massage gently, rinse
2
Clear + Calm Serum
Mon, Wed, Fri first — then nightly as tolerated
3
Vitamin A 0.5% + B3 Serum
Apply after Clear + Calm has absorbed
4
Hydra Lotion
Seal and support — always the final step
Start the AHA+BHA slowly. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the first few weeks. Increase to nightly only as your skin tolerates it.
Vitamin A takes time. Consistency over weeks and months is what delivers results. Do not expect overnight change.
The barrier first. If your skin feels irritated, reduce frequency on the actives before reducing the moisturiser. The Hydra Lotion is non-negotiable.
From people who use it
The reviews
The reviews
say it better
than we can.
Every review is from a verified purchaser. Results are individual and will vary based on skin type, lifestyle, consistency of use and other factors.
Read all reviews →★★★★★
"This skincare changed my life. I have suffered from acne for over a decade and have tried everything under the sun. I noticed a significant change in my skin within three weeks, and by six weeks, I didn't recognise myself. Now three months on, I have never felt more confident; I receive compliments on my skin frequently."
★★★★★
"This Breakout System was perfect for my skin as a 16-year-old with oily skin. I still use it and have been consistently for probably a year now. The cleanser isn't harsh on the skin; the night products and moisturiser leave you waking up with clear, glassy skin. Saved me so much and boosted my confidence by tones."
The Breakout System is formulated for oily, acne-prone and blemish-prone skin. If your skin is also reactive or sensitive, we recommend starting slowly — introduce the Clear + Calm Serum on alternate nights only, and wait until your skin has tolerated that before adding the Vitamin A. If you have a diagnosed skin condition such as rosacea, consult your skin clinician before starting this routine. If you're unsure, book a skin consultation and we can advise based on your individual skin history.
The Vitamin A 0.5% + B3 Serum contains retinol, which is generally not recommended during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, we recommend using the Carbon Cleanser and Hydra Lotion only, and consulting your healthcare provider before adding any active serums. Please contact us directly and we can advise on the most appropriate routine for your situation.
Results vary significantly between individuals and depend on skin type, consistency of use, lifestyle factors and the nature of your skin concern. Stephanie noticed a visible change within three weeks. Willow has used the routine consistently for a year. We can not promise a timeline, and we would not, because skin is individual. What we can say is that consistent use over weeks and months is what delivers visible change — not overnight use. The Vitamin A especially requires time to build up in the skin.
Vitamin A irritation is almost always a concentration or introduction issue. Many people start with too high a strength, too frequently, without the barrier support to tolerate it. The 0.5% in this serum is a clinical starting point — strong enough to be effective, not so aggressive that it causes unnecessary irritation when introduced properly. The Hydra Lotion in this routine provides barrier support alongside the actives, which makes a significant difference. If you've had severe reactions to Vitamin A in the past, contact us before starting and we can advise on the right introduction pace for your skin.
In most cases we recommend using the Breakout System as a complete, standalone routine rather than mixing it with other active products. The routine already includes AHA, BHA and Vitamin A — layering additional actives from other brands risks overloading the skin. If there is a specific product you want to keep using alongside this system, contact us and we can advise whether it's compatible.
Yes — the Breakout System is formulated for both. Willow has been using it since she was 16 and is now over a year into consistent use. The routine works for hormonal, stress-driven, dietary and persistent teenage acne. If you are buying this for a young person, we recommend a skin consultation first so we can confirm this is the right starting point for their specific skin.
The Breakout System™
Four products.
Four products.
One routine.
Clarity.
You have probably tried a lot of things. This is a complete system built by a clinician who has spent 40 years treating skin like yours. Four products, each with a clear role. Together they address what blemish-prone skin actually needs.
$450
$504
Save $54
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Free postage on Australian orders over $250
Australian madeFormulated locally
Clinician formulated40+ years expertise
Free from sulphatesParabens + mineral oil
Cruelty freeEthically sourced
Airless packagingPreserves formula integrity