Skincare Products

A consistent skincare routine starts with choosing products matched to your skin type - whether that is oily, dry, combination, sensitive, or acne-prone. Leahy's Pharmacy stocks cleansers, moisturisers, SPF formulations, serums, and targeted treatments from trusted brands, covering everyday essentials and more specialised concerns such as hyperpigmentation, redness, and blemish-prone skin.

Choosing between products depends on your skin's primary needs. Gel-based and salicylic acid cleansers suit oily or congested skin by removing excess sebum without stripping the barrier. Fragrance-free, ceramide-rich moisturisers are better suited to sensitive or eczema-prone skin, where ingredient load should be kept minimal. For anti-ageing support, look for formulations containing retinol, niacinamide, or vitamin C - ingredients widely used across dermatologist-recommended ranges. Those building a routine from scratch will generally benefit from starting with a cleanser, moisturiser, and broad-spectrum SPF before layering in actives.

All products in this range are carefully selected from established skincare brands available in Irish pharmacies. Our team in Tralee is available to help you navigate the options, particularly if you have a skin condition or are introducing a new active ingredient for the first time. Browse the full range below to find the routine that suits your skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I build a basic skincare routine? +
Most skincare routines start with three core steps: a cleanser, a moisturiser, and a broad-spectrum SPF used in the morning. From there, additional skincare products such as serums or targeted treatments can be layered in once the basics are tolerated. Building gradually rather than introducing several active ingredients at once reduces the risk of irritation, particularly for sensitive or reactive skin. Our pharmacy team can help with a suitable starter routine.
How do I know if a skincare product suits my skin? +
The right skincare products depend on your skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive, or acne-prone) and any specific concerns you are managing such as redness, congestion, or pigmentation. Patch testing a new product on a small area for a few days helps identify reactions before applying it more broadly. If you are unsure which skincare products suit your skin, our pharmacy team can guide you through the options.
How long does it take to see results from new skincare products? +
Skincare products work on different timelines depending on what they do. Cleansers and moisturisers usually show comfort improvements within a few days, SPF protects from the first application, and active ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, or acids generally need four to twelve weeks of consistent use before visible change. Switching products too quickly is a common reason routines underperform. Give a new skincare product at least one cycle before judging.
When should I speak to a pharmacist about my skincare routine? +
A pharmacy team can advise on skincare products at most stages of a routine, but speaking to a pharmacist is particularly useful when you are introducing an active ingredient for the first time, managing a flare-up of an existing skin condition, dealing with persistent redness or irritation, or choosing skincare products for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Our pharmacy team at Leahy's in Tralee can help, and for persistent or worsening symptoms a GP referral may be more appropriate.