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OTC Products that have actually helped my acne!

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I thought I would make a list of products that have been the most effective against my adult acne. A lot of the time, acne treatments either don't work or do not make much of a difference, but these products have definitely helped me.
 
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This is such an underrated spot treatment! It contains sulfur and calamine, which both work to fight the acne bacteria, as well as calming ingredients like centella to deal with redness. I would highly recommend this as an overnight spot treatment!!
Ciracle - Red Spot Cica Sulfur Gel 20ml
 
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This is a game changer for those red and inflamed pimples, including those that are still ‘underneath’ the skin surface. It contains a topical derivative of ibuprofen that helps with the inflammation. I use this alongside the Ciracle treatment and it...
LION - Pair Acne Cream W | YesStyle
 
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I find benzoyl peroxide creams to be far too drying. Using it in cleanser form is not only just as effective, but it doesn't cause any dryness for me either!
Acne Foaming Wash with 10% Benzoyl Peroxide - PanOxyl | Ulta Beauty
 
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I've found that spraying a hypochlorus acid spray on my face if I've touched it or been somewhere with poor air quality does seem to help reduce pimples a little.
Hypochlorous Acid Spray - Magic Molecule | Ulta Beauty
 
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I'm no longer using this since I've started using Differin, and using both seems to be too much for my skin, but this is a wonderful option if your skin is too sensitive for Differin or any retinoids.
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% Cream for Redness and Blemish-Prone Skin - The Ordinary | Ulta Beauty
 
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Spearmint tea can help lower excess androgen levels and reduce chin acne!
Frontier Co-op, Organic Spearmint Leaf, 1.48 oz (42 g)