strong acne treatment

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Acne is a common skin condition that affects many people. It can cause pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. While some people get acne only once or twice in their life, others deal with it constantly. If you're looking for an acne treatment that will clear up your skin, we've got you covered.

$69.00

Ever since then, I’ve been trying many products but they either aren’t strong enough or are too strong and irritate my skin. ...I’ve been using this treatment for several weeks already and let me say it really works!

What it is: A gel formula to prevent breakouts and visibly diminish post-acne marks in as little as three days while restoring the skin barrier.

Skin Type: Combination and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne/Blemishes

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 2% Salicylic Acid: Diminishes the appearance of breakouts and prevents future acne.
- Prebiotic Complex: Balances and restores skin’s protective microbiome barrier.
- Niacinamide: Visibly evens skin tone from post-acne marks and improves the appearance of pores.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also cruelty-free.

$21.00

Overall pleased with this acne treatment...I really loved this acne treatment gel! I think it’s perfect for those annoying breakouts before my period.

What it is: An acne treatment gel that’s made with 98% ingredients from natural origin and is clinically suitable for acne-prone skin.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Formulation: Lightweight Serum

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Made from gaultheria leaves, it purifies and exfoliates.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan.

What Else You Need to Know: This is an acne treatment gel made in accordance with a strict formulation charter. It includes 2% salicylic acid extracted from gaultheria leaves, known to purify the skin and effectively treat acne, the appearance of pores, blackheads, and sh

$17.00

I’ve been traveling a lot so these have been coming with me. Unlike other acne wipes, the smell isn’t as strong and gentle on the skin with no burning...I like the exfoliation and I feel like it’s made me skin a bit brighter. It doesn’t have a strong smell and I like how it has salicylic acid to target my acne concerns

What it is: A clarifying peel pad that exfoliates and reduces the appearance of blemishes with a combination of salicylic acid, AHA, and PHA from natural origin.

Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Formulation: Wipes

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Made from natural-origin ingredients and gaultheria leaves, it purifies and exfoliates.
- AHA (Lactic and Citric Acids from Sugar Cane) and PHA (Gluconolactone from Corn): Made from natural origin ingredients, it exfoliates skin.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan.

What Else You Need to Know: These unscented clarifying peel pads purify and exfoliate

$40.00

Amazing for acne prone skin!...It doesn’t have a strong scent either which is really nice for an acne product....Alpha Beta® On The Spot Eliminator 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment Gel is amazingly treatment for my acne spot, my breakout has a lot better after I use it before bed.

What it is: A fast-acting spot treatment that reduces the look of blemishes while soothing redness and irritation.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Redness, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 2% Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates the pore lining to reduce the number of blockages.
- Glycolic and Azelaic Acids: Treatment acids that aid in dissolving dead skin cells and oil.
- Green Tea, Bisabolol, Mushroom Extract, and Centella: Hydrate and calm irritation and redness.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This gentle yet effective gel that is pow

$24.00

Perfect for clearing acne...Cleared my acne really well! Would definitely be aware however that it is pretty strong and I wouldn’t recommend using it with other strong exfoliants and acid products....I have used SO many different spot treatments, but this one literally gave me results in one night!

What it is: A clinically demonstrated, benzoyl-peroxide-powered formula that fights and prevents the appearance of breakouts, absorbs excess oil, and visibly calms redness.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Formulation: Lightweight Gel

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%: Targets acne-causing bacteria on contact.
- Bisabolol: Reduces visible signs of sensitivity and irritation to minimize dryness and flaking.
- Allantoin: Calms and soothes the skin while visibly minimizing redness.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, and mineral oil.

$65.00

I have noticed my acne scars getting lighter and my redness fading as well! ...Strong vitamin C!...Not only does it look brighter and more healthy, some of my really dark spots have started to minimally fade! This treatment packs a punch! If you’re in need of a strong vitamin C I would highly recommend this one because it includes niacinamide as well for an added benefit.

What it is: Now with a new look and potent Vitamin C, this is a cult-favorite Niacinamide treatment for expert-level brightening results. 


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Dullness, and Uneven Texture


Formulation: Lightweight Cream


Highlighted Ingredients:
- Brightening Complex 15%: Brightens the look of discoloration, dark spots, and post-acne marks.

- THD Ascorbate Vitamin C: Is an ultra-stable form of vitamin C that boosts the visibly brightening effect.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, fo

$38.00

This is what I’m looking for in a bottle solution that exfoliates, clears & prevents acne, refines my pores, evens skin tone and reduces redness in my skin Absolutely magical for acnes So gentle on the skin...Gentle, Effective Acne Care...I've been using this every night for about two weeks as part of my acne treatment routine and I'm really noticing a difference.

What it is: A daily, all-over solution that is clinically shown to diminish the appearance of blemishes, visibly smooth texture, and calm irritation.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes

Formulation: Liquid

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Five Active Acids: Target acne, clear congestion, and visibly even skin tone.
- Three Soothing Ingredients: Hydrate, soothe, and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. It is also cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This gentle yet effective formula is two percent BHA plus so much more. It is packed with five

$35.00

I made sure to apply moisturizer as acne treatments can be drying,...Solid serum for acne...It’s a nice mild serum for acne treatment. It has a lotion texture that mixes well with other serums.

What it is: A treatment that clears acne and blackheads fast while nourishing the skin's barrier.

Skin Type: Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Uneven Texture, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Highlighted Ingredients:
- 1.5% Salicylic Acid: FDA approved for the treatment of blemishes.
- 6% Skin Barrier Complex: Includes ceramides, lactobacillus ferment, and botanical extracts to support skin’s barrier and balance oil production.
- 4% Tranexamic Acid and Niacinamide: Visibly improves hyperpigmentation.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: This is an FDA-approved, non-drying, bl

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