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Skincare Routine for Acne/Breakouts
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items There are two types of acne-prone skin: oily/combination and dry. Dry acne requires a regime to also treat the dryness. Oily skin does well with actives to not only treat acne but to help with oil-control which exacerbates breakouts. Choose acordingl...
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Choose a Cleanser
Choose a toner (optional)
Choose a Acne Treatment
Choose a Spot Treatment
Choose a Moisturizer
Choose a SPF
Choose a Cleanser
Acne-prone skin can either be oily OR dry. For oily breakout-prone skin choose a gel and/or foamy cleanser. For dry, pick one that is more cream-based. A lot of ingredients that treat acne, can exacerbate dryness.
Control breakouts and excess oil with this BPO cleanser without drying out your skin
PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash Benzoyl Peroxide 10%
Enzyme-based cleanser that is gentle for sensitive skin and breakouts
Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel - Facial Cleanser
A hydrating cleanser to help refine problematic, blemish-prone skin
iS Clinical Warming Honey Cleanser
This soap-free foaming gel cleanser is formulated with Mandelic Acid, a gentle yet effective Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that is ideal for exfoliating oily skin
NEOSTRATA Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser
A gentle facial exfoliator, removing dead skin cells and enhancing radiance. This salicylic acid face wash is less abrasive than traditional exfoliating cleansers like scrubs
CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser
Gentle formula contains 4% Benzoyl peroxide. Daily antimicrobial wash kills acne-causing bacteria on contact and lifts dirt from pores. Ph balanced with 4 humectants and 3 emollients to increase hydration. Cleans and unclogs pores on face, chest and ...
PanOxyl Antimicrobial Hydrating Acne Creamy Wash
Gently cleanses impurities while respecting skin's pH balance. Alcohol free, soap free formula with Zinc Pidolate to purify skin.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser
Effective + gentle - This foam cleanser is where clear skin begins. 2% salicylic acid provides major acne-clearing power, while superfood licorice helps brighten the look of past blemish marks.
TULA Skin Care Keep It Clear - Acne Foam Cleanser
A concentrated blend of clinical actives including Salicylic Acid to exfoliate & decongest pores, Azelaic Acid to improve the look of post-acne hyperpigmentation, Glycolic Acid for exfoliation, and Niacinamide to help absorb and minimize excess o...
Skinfix Acne+ BHA Cleanser
Medicated facial cleanser for oily skin formulated with 2% Salicylic Acid. This acne wash for face targets excess oil & helps clear breakouts. Clinically tested to reduce excess surface oil by up to 47%
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser
Choose a toner (optional)
Toners are great for acne-prone skin in multiple ways; it can serve as a double cleanse, it can exfoliate and/or penetrate beneficial ingredients easily
Exfoliating pore treatment with 2% salicylic acid that treats acne-cauging bacteria on the spot
Obagi CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy Exfoliating BHA Toner
A toner soaked pad of acne fighting ingredients that is also super gentle on the skin
Physiogel Red Soothing Cica Toner Pad
Gentle Exfoliating Toner: Formulated with AHA, BHA, and Purifying Botanical Ingredients, this toner improves skin texture, skin vitality, and control pores $15
COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner, 150ml / 5.07 fl.oz
Keep Skin Fresh with this alcohol-free, 2% BHA facial toner deeply exfoliates, unclogs pores and controls oil without over-stripping your skin. Safe for combination or oily skin types, our gentle exfoliating toner also gives you a healthier-looking c...
Farmacy 2% Salicylic Acid Toner for Face - Deep Sweep
Clears and helps prevent acne for smoother, breakout-free skin. Unclogs and minimizes the appearance of pores, giving you clearer, brighter-looking skin. Gentle Alcohol-free formula that is pH-balanced can be used daily to treat acne-prone skin. Cont...
PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant 2% Salicylic Acid
Target acne causing bacteria without over-drying your skin, very safe for multiple daily uses. Soothe red, rashy complexion and help heal body irritations like backne and chest pimples
SkinSmart Facial Cleanser for Acne
Choose a Acne Treatment
Having an active for breakout-prone skin is essential for clearer skin
A gentle serum that tackles blackheads deep within the pores. Results are seen as early as two weeks
Physiogel Red Soothing CICA Pore-Control Serum
An acne treatment with innovative technology to treat acne while maintaining the skin barrier
Skinfix Acne+ Adapinoid Gel
A gentle moisturizing retinol that helps breakout-prone skin recover
innisfree Retinol Cica Moisture Recovery Serum
This fast-acting, quick-drying, medicated oil with 1.5% salicylic acid clears acne & blackhead-causing buildup & debris from congested pores. Milk thistle & cucumber seed oil nourish the skin and smooth the appearance of lines and wrinkle...
Sunday Riley U.F.O. Acne Treatment Face Oil
Helps tackle stubborn acne breakouts and fading hyperpigmentation. Its advanced formula contributes to speeding up healing, preventing breakouts, and stimulating collagen production
French Pharmacy Vitamin A (Retinoids) Lightweight Face Cream
This serum helps diminish the look of pores, strengthen skin's barrier, control excess oil, and soothe while defending against environmental stressors.
Bliss Niacinamide + Pore Vanish Serum
Clears acne blemishes and prevents new breakouts, while also visibly reducing pores, fine lines, and post-acne marks
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Salicylic Acid Treatment
Contains the active ingredient Adapalene USP, the first FDA-approved over-the-counter topical retinoid for acne treatment.
PanOxyl Adapalene 0.1% Leave-On Gel
These softly textured toner pads are a game changer for clearing acne without stripping your skin’s moisture barrier. After just 1 week, skin looks clearer from acne blemishes and texture looks smoother
Thayers Blemish Clearing Acne Pads $10
Choose a Spot Treatment
Spot treating blemishes as they appear can help in the battle for clear skin
Our hydrocolloid pimple patches for face absorb pus and oil from pimples while helping conceal spots. Leave on for 6-12 hours or until the patch turns white, indicating absorption $10
Curology Emergency Spot Pimple Patches for Face
Formulated with salicylic acid to exfoliate to help shrink the appearance of pimples, CICA (centella asiatica) to help visibly reduce redness and heartleaf extract to help soothe sensitive skin
Cetaphil Acne Spot Pimple Patches with Salicylic Acid - 24ct
Contains Salicylic Acid to Help shrink the appearance of acne. Visible results in 6 hours these triple-action patches flatten, soothe, and protect acne blemishes
Differin Acne Patches, Pimple Patches for Acne Prone Skin
Choose a Moisturizer
Moisturizer is still necessary for acne and/or oily skin. Lightweight and/or gel-based moisturizers are a safe choice if you are oil-phobic
Even oily skin still needs a moisturizer
Cerave Ultra-Light Moisturizing Gel | Oil-Free
Wonderful for those with breakouts and sensitive skin - as well as those afraid of heavy moisturizers
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Fluide Oil Free Moisturizer
Our quick-absorbing, buildable gel formula helps to visibly plump the skin and improve the appearance of fine lines without clogging pores $15
Curology Gel Face Moisturizer, Daily Face Lotion
Dermatologist-designed to be suitable for all skin types, even dry, sensitive, and breakout-prone skin. Helps support skin barrier function for an ultra-dewy glow
Curology Hydro+ Gel Cream Moisturizer
Delivers active probiotics to balance your microbiome, reduce redness, minimize pores, and clarify for instantly clearer, calmer skin.
Squalane + Probiotic Gel Moisturizer
Lightweight, Non-Greasy Gel Moisturizer for All Skin Types – The fast-absorbing, water-based texture provides deep hydration without clogging pores, making it ideal for daily use on dry, oily, combination, or sensitive skin
belif Aqua Bomb Niacinamide Moisturizer
Nighttime Moisturizer – Non-comedogenic and made for acne-prone and oily skin types.
PanOxyl PM Balancing Repair Moisturizer
Choose a SPF
Sunscreen can often irritate acne. Lightweight and/or mineral-based SPF is ideal for breakouts
Blends in smooth on all skin tones. A hydrating, watery-milk texture that’s safe for acne-prone and sensitive skin. Features barrier-supporting hyaluronic acid, squalane, ceramides, and polypeptide to help support and strengthen the skin barrier whil...
Vacation Shake Shake SPF 50 Mineral Milk Face Sunscreen
Combines mineral sun UVA/UVB protection with a breathable, radiant tint Lightweight & Buildable Coverage – Evens skin tone with a natural, glowing finish Acne-Safe & Non-Comedogenic – Formulated without pore-clogging ingredients; perfect for ...
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen™ SPF 50 Mineral Peptide Foundation Tint
For Body Acne
Body acne is just as much of a confidence killer, not to mention, more difficult to treat. These products are effective and make treating hard-to-reach areas easy
Powerful Salicylic acid in a spray for hard to reach body acne
Salicylic Acid Body Spray 2% - Fight Breakouts In Hard To Reach Places
A body exfoliant with salicylic acid that fights acne fast and prevents new breakouts while calming redness. The easy-to-use spray can be held at any angle to reach stubborn acne on hard-to-reach areas of the body
Paula's Choice CLEAR Back & Body Exfoliating Acne Spray
Combats active body breakouts and minimizes future breakouts. Soothes, cools, and revives the skin with gentle botanicals. Balances oil and reduces redness
Dermalogica Clear Start Clarifying Bacne Spray
Formulated with 2% salicylic acid and clarifying tea tree oil to effectively cleanse, treat and prevent body and bacne breakouts without stripping the skin
Curology Acne Body Wash
You can tackle those body breakouts in 6-8 hours while you catch some ZZZ’s–so zits look better by the AM. Not only does it absorb gunk, the patches also shield skin from dirt and bacteria. The barrier it creates makes it easier to avoid picking and ...
Mighty Patch™ Body patch
Devices
High-frequency tool that has been around for decades. Not just for anti-aging but also helps to treat and prevent breakouts
NuDerma Handheld Skin Therapy Wand w/Neon