Hey, I’m Jojo, a Certified Medical Aesthetician. I get it – I battled various forms of acne until I was almost 30. It was a real struggle. Then, I started digging into skincare ingredients themselves, discovering what my skin was reacting to. Turns out, the very skincare routine meant to help my acne was actually aggravating them. That personal journey fuels my commitment to finding acne-fighting products that work. Dive into my handpicked list, where each selection is a battle-tested ally. From non-comedogenic powerhouses to budget-friendly options, this collection is your guide to achieving healthy, glowing skin. Embark with confidence on this path to clearer skin, where my experience is your compass, steering you toward radiant results.
Embarking on the journey to clear, radiant skin involves understanding the ingredients, each with a specific skill set to tackle different types of acne. From the gentle warriors like niacinamide to the powerhouse defenders like benzoyl peroxide and retinoids, we’re diving into the world of acne-fighting ingredients. So, let’s have a look at these skincare heroes that can to help you curate a regimen that helps your quest for blemish-free skin.
| Ingredient | Acne Type Targeted |
|---|---|
| Sulfur | Whiteheads, Blackheads, Pustules |
| Benzoyl Peroxide | Inflammatory, Mild to Moderate Acne |
| Retinoids | All Types of Acne, including Prevention |
| Niacinamide | Mild to Moderate Acne, Redness |
| Azelaic Acid | Inflammatory Acne, Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation |
| Salicylic Acid | Blackheads, Whiteheads, Mild Inflammatory Acne |
| Tea Tree Oil | Mild to Moderate Acne, Blemishes |
| Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) | Mild Exfoliation, Some Inflammatory Acne |
| Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) | Blackheads, Whiteheads, Inflammatory Acne |
| Adapalene | Mild to Moderate Acne, Blackheads, Whiteheads |
My favorite Non-Irritating, Non-Comedogenic Acne Products
| BRAND | Good Ingredients | Bad Ingredients (Irritancy, Comedogenic Factor) | ||
| Cos de Baha AC Serum | Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salicylic Acid, Tea Trea, Retinol | Stylevana | ||
| De la Cruz Sulfur Ointment | Sulfur | Amazon.ca | Sulfur (0,3) | |
| Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% | Adapalene (0.1%) | Ulta | ||
| Face Reality Sulfur Spot Treatment | Sulfur, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Glycerin | Amazon.ca | Sulfur (0,3) | |
| La Roche Posay Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment | Adapalene | Ulta | ||
| Neutrogena Stubborn Blackheads Daily Serum | Salicylic Acid(0.5%), Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Gluconolactone | Target | Amazon.ca | |
| Papa Recipe Niacinamide Zinc Serum | Niacinamide, Glycerin, Bisabolol, Zinc PCA | |||
| Tula Acne All Star 3-in-1 Acne Cleanser, Mask & Spot Treatment Sulfur Acne Treatment | Sulfur (3%), Glycerin, Bentonite, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Panthenol, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide,Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Titanium Dioxide | Ulta | Sulfur(0,3) | |
| Tula Acne Clearing & Tone Correcting Gel | Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Azelaic Acid, Zince PCA, Bisabolol, Allantontoin | Ulta | ||
| Vichy Normaderm Phytoaction Acne Control Daily Moisturizer | Salicylic Acid (2%), Glycerin, Kaolin, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Ulta | Amazon.ca | Fragrance(last ingredient) |
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Skin and Permanent Makeup Specialists 
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