I've since found that 100% jojoba oil is great for my skin. It's ... wow. My normal-to-dry skin with uneven, patchy skin texture becomes smooth and pliable almost immediately.

The Burt's Bees acne wash with willow bark/salicyclic acid was v. v. bad. I don't know if it reduces the bacteria, but it certainly made my skin look like a cracked painting!

I'm trying the hylaronic acid today. It has the texture of aloe, but seems to somewhat irritate my skin. I'll give it a little more of a go, however.

So far, Jojoba oil has been the best find.