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    24 Products That Stop Pimples In Their Tracks

    Adios, acne. You will not be missed in the slightest.

    1. An alcohol-free Thayers toning mist that (thanks to an effective blend of rose petal, witch hazel, and aloe) is truly a skincare jack of all trades: It can reduce redness, tighten pores, control excess oil, and provide the perfect mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Just give your complexion a little spritz when it's starting to look/feel a bit full!

    2. A micro needle roller with a MUCH more affordable price point (we’re talking an $80 difference) than other rollers on the market. This is heaven sent for scarring and indentations caused by cystic acne, and can improve the effectiveness of all the products in your skincare routine.

    3. A Mario Badescu powder that's about to become your new holy grail if you're pimple-prone and want some coverage. This absorbs excess oil and reduces redness, all while the sulfur-based formula works to actively heal breakouts in the process.

    4. A non-comedogenic, fragrance-free Cerave moisturizing cream here to fight body breakouts with a vengeance. "You can run, BUT YOU CAN'T HIDE!" —you to your chest, back, and butt acne.

    5. Bioré cleansing cloths to stash by your nightstand because it's been a long day, your eyes are shutting, and you'd rather chew off your pinky than get up to wash your face. But please, I beg of you, at least use a wipe. YOU SHOULD NOT BE SLEEPING WITH A FULL FACE OF FOUNDATION ON.

    6. A deep pore-cleaning Aztec Secret clay mask with a powerful calcium bentonite clay to karate chop the crap out of cystic acne. Be sure to dilute this mask with either apple cider vinegar or water for the best results! AND! You can apply it with this golden facial mask brush.

    7. A L'Oréal Paris oil-free moisturizer because YES, oily skin STILL NEEDS MOISTURE — and thanks to this aloe vera and hyaluronic acid formula, prepare for lightweight, non-greasy hydration that won't result in more excess sebum (or acne).

    8. A Teddie Organics rose water here to hydrate your skin, balance oily and dry patches, and brighten your complexion — all without triggering any unwanted Rosacea or breakouts. CHA CHING. Consider this mist to be the final step in your nighttime skincare routine.

    9. A thick Weleda lotion made from vitamin E, sunflower seed oil, and calendula flowers to hydrate even the most parched skin. Slap some of this on before bed (WARNING: it'll feel a bit greasy upon application) and wake up to a nourished, hydrated, glowing complexion that won't feel dried out from acne medication.

    10. A Michael Todd daily cleanser with honey and oat extracts, which act to naturally reduce inflammation. If you're sensitive to harsher ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, you'll definitely want to give this pH-balancing cleanser a chance!

    11. Hydrocolloid, tea tree, and calendula oil pimple patches you should slap on a zit to a) prevent picking, and b) speed up the ~draining~ process of said zit. Plus, these are transparent enough to wear while running errands without anyone in the world giving you a second glance.

    12. A vegan Acure brightening scrub made with argan extract and chlorella gentle enough to exfoliate acne-prone skin without causing further inflammation or redness. It's also an absolute 🌟 superstar 🌟 at fading scars!

    13. Glycolic and hyaluronic acid Nip + Fab cleansing pads that exfoliate like MAD to reveal brighter, smoother skin. These will fade acne scars and help prevent future acne from blossoming, all while witch hazel keeps your skin calm throughout the process.

    14. A La Roche-Posay gel cleanser with a favorite five-letter word: C-L-E-A-R. This salicylic acid wash targets (and destroys) blackheads and whiteheads while ridding surface oil by up to 47%, so yeah! Clear complexions ahead.

    15. A silicone massage brush that works to *boost* the effectiveness of your daily cleanser by adding some gentle exfoliation with BPA-free bristles, which ensure your pores have been stripped of all "this will cause acne" remaining makeup.

    16. A Radha rosehip oil currently negotiating a movie deal with Marvel — this little bottle of magic is a superhero worthy of its own franchise. This 100% pure rosehip oil moisturizes your skin without making it greasy, evens out scarring, and (of course) helps keeps the evil pimple monsters away.

    17. A sea algae Alba Botanica enzyme scrub free of parabens, phthalates, and harsh sulfates. This cruelty-free concoction slathers away dullness with the help of (a gentle) walnut shell powder. If you've got acne AND super sensitive skin, this is the perfect scrub for you.

    18. Bioré pore strips that act like magnets for trapped gunk and deep-rooted oil. These amazingly satisfying strips (the review pics are *ahem* delicious) have the ability to reduce the appearance of blackheads and remove a significant amount of them after ~just~ one use.

    19. A Clean & Clear Benzoyl Peroxide treatment you can dab on a spot before bed. It'll seriously reduce any zits as you snore away, because who doesn't want an effective product that requires 0 effort?

    20. A Glossier chemical exfoliator designed to transform your skin in just one (!!!) month. This cruelty-free product uses several acids (AHA, BHA, and PHA) to unclog pores, fight acne, and do away with dark spots — all while moisturizing, conditioning, and exfoliating your skin. HOORAY!

    21. Oil blotters you'll want to stash in your purse immediately now that the humidity has returned, because these charcoal sheets will remove excess oil without messing up your makeup in the process. T-zone, you've given me no choice.

    22. A gentle La Roche-Posay cream cleanser that easily picks up pore-clogging makeup and impurities...all while maintaining your natural pH balance/not stripping your complexion of moisture. People with dry-to-normal skin, break out the party hats because it's time to REJOICE.

    23. A Burt's Bees night cream you'll want to couple with any prescription treatments. Strong acne medication = SUPER dry skin. Be sure to slather on this clary sage moisturizer before bed for skin that's soft, supple, and not flaking.

    24. A cucumber Mario Badescu toner lotion here to kick acne's derriere. This non-drying, non-irritating formula will disinfect your pores, prevent excess shine, and reduce icky bacteria — the kind that causes angry pimple apocalypses.

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