Top 10 Teenage Acne Treatments

WHAT IT DOES: Clearasil Ultra Rapid Action Pads visibly reduce redness and pimple size in as little as four hours. The cleansing pads are scientifically formulated with maximum-strength acne medication and work to exfoliate pores, so you can quickly remove oil, dirt, and bacteria.

BEST FOR: Quick spot treatments or for everyday exfoliation

LOVED FOR: Its effective but gentle formula that is oil-, fragrance-, and paraben-free

HELPFUL TIP: Because this is a toner, be sure to use the product after washing your face. Dispense onto a soft cotton ball or pad to dab the solution on your breakout spots or on your whole face and neck.

BEST FOR: This product is highly effective on your nose, where blackheads and whiteheads are prone to build up.

HELPFUL TIP: After using the cleansing strips, it’s recommended to use a toner or cold water on your nose to close up and further cleanse any opened pores.

USERS SAID: “I bought the entire juice beauty facial cleansing set through juice beauty a couple of months ago and have only run out of the serum, so I had to replenish. I have very sensitive skin and this is the first product I’ve tried that doesn’t make me red and break out more! My acne is almost completely gone and I feel so much more confident!”

WHAT IT DOES: The Juice Beauty Blemish Serum uses high-quality, clean ingredients to reduce breakouts, unclog pores, and even skin tone.

LOVED FOR: Its non-drying, non-irritating gentle formula perfect for sensitive skin

WHY YOU NEED IT: While cleansing your skin by removing dirt, oil, and makeup, the CeraVe Renewing Cleanser also exfoliates any dead skin cells laying on the surface. The result is softer, smoother, and brighter skin.

HELPFUL TIP: Neutrogena Stubborn Acne Cleanser is made with Benzoyl Peroxide, a very effective and strong acne-fighting ingredient. If you have sensitive skin, test this product out on a small area before using it on your whole face.

WHAT IT DOES: It’s proven to rapidly reduce redness and the size of stubborn acne in just one day and result in clearer and healthier looking skin with continued use.

HELPFUL TIP: For best results, use the scrub three to four times a week.

WHAT IT DOES: Deeply cleans pores and contains 2% salicylic acid to help prevent new blackheads and blemishes from forming

LOVED FOR: Its combination of blemish-fighting ingredients and soothing hydrocolloid technology make for a product that is both effective and healing on tough acne.

USERS SAID: “This is truly a miracle product. There is no comparison to this product. Absolutely recommend this to friends and family.”

BEST FOR: An overnight acne spot treatment

HELPFUL TIP: Be sure to wash your face thoroughly before using this product for best results. Apply a thin layer on the affected area one to three times a day.

AS SEEN ON: High-profile celebrities endorse Proactiv, including Katy Perry, Kendall Jenner, and Justin Bieber.

BEST FOR: Getting rid of stubborn acne and on combination or oily skin