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5 Genius Anti-Acne Treatments for Grownups Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
If you’ve been using the same products to clear up breakouts since high school 10 or 15 years ago, it’s time for an overhaul. Just like your old Delia’s threads (RIP) aren’t flattering like they were in 9th grade, blemish treatments for pubescent skin aren’t the best choice for an adult’s complexion. As we age, skin becomes dryer and more sensitive, so those extra strength acne fighters that once worked wonders can become too harsh. Overdrying products can even lead to more breakouts by compromising the skin’s barrier. But these adult-approved treatments will help beat blemishes and leave your skin glowing like you’re a kid again — minus the spots.
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Best for Oil Control Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
This unique aerosol treatment is infused with oxygen to brighten skin, and its lightweight liquid formula won’t leave oily complexions greasy. Time-released salicylic acid works all day to control sebum and unclog pores, while hydrating hyaluronic acid and soothing botanical extracts keep skin balanced, not dried out. Use it under your moisturizer.Keywordsacne -
Best Anti-Acne Mask Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
Cell turnover slows as we age, which can leave a pore-clogging film of dead skin on your complexion’s surface. This mask exfoliates with glycolic acid and cleans out pores with salicylic acid, while gentle scrubbing beads whisk away dead cells. It also features kaolin to absorb excess oil.Avene Cleanance Mask ($22)Keywordsacne -
Best Spot Treatment Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
Prevention is the best medicine, but if a breakout has already reared its head, you’ll want to treat it with this cult favorite product. The pink sediment, which you apply directly to a pimple using a Q-tip, contains sulfur, salicylic acid and calamine to dry up that unfortunate forehead zit overnight.Keywordsacne -
Best for Blackheads Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
Smooth on this gentle exfoliating treatment before bed, and wake up with the smoothest, most poreless skin of your life. A trio of exfoliating acids — lactic, glycolic and salicylic — clear clogged pores and work to improve texture and tone over time, all without irritation.Renée Rouleau BHA Clarifying Serum ($47.50)Keywordsacne -
Best Cleanser Wendy Rodewald-Sulz
Skincare minimalists who can’t deal with an extra treatment step can wash away breakouts with this acne-fighting gel cleanser. Encapsulated salicylic acid works on skin even after rinsing, while antibacterial silver citrate keeps blemishes at bay. Combination skin types will appreciate the non-drying formula.Keywordsacne
