Did you know that September is officially Acne Awareness Month? While it’s a skincare issue we’d rather not have to deal with, treating blemishes is made easy with the countless spot treatments and solutions on the market. Below are some of our all-time faves. —Vicki Duong
multi. With pimple patches gaining in popularity over the past few years, finding one that not only is effective but wears easily can feel daunting. Worry not, Multi is here to put a smile on your face, literally. Their smiley face patches ($31) provide antibacterial support while also utilizing biomimetic formulas that mimic your skin’s natural microbiome to return your complexion to optimal health.
peter thomas roth. Combine your blemish treatment with your anti-aging routine with Goodbye Acne ($60), a new treatment gel by Peter Thomas Roth. Salicylic acid helps treat fresh breakouts while aloe vera targets redness and adds a boost of hydration. What makes Goodbye Acne unique to other treatments on the market is the addition of time-released retinol which combat the older acne scars, hyper pigmentation and the look of fine lines.
reversa. For a spot treatment that applies easily under makeup and can be reapplied throughout the day, our go-to as of late is the Reversa Acnex Targeted Blemish Care ($27), a green tinted gel developed to penetrate your skin and help unclog pores. Plus antioxidant chlorophyll not only soothes and heals broken skin but the colour helps offset redness.
paula’s choice. One of the best treatments for acne-prone skin is with a good chemical exfoliant. With a loyal following, the Paula’s Choice BHA Liquid Exfoliant ($47) is a miracle in a bottle. It helps to exfoliate dead skin cells that can clog your pores and create breakouts and blackheads. With regular use this exfoliant promotes healthy skin turnover to reveal a glowy complexion.
dr. jart. For the days when we want to reduce the look of redness due to blemishes and irritation but don’t necessarily want to reach for foundation either, the Cicapair Color Correcting Treatment ($73) is the skincare product of our dreams. Infused with cica, also known as tiger grass, this green moisturiser seemingly transforms upon application to a tone-balancing formula for a more even complexion. Bonus: this treatment also has SPF to add additional sun-protection benefits.
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