There’s a myriad of acne-fighting products on the market, and when it comes to a sudden breakout or persistent acne, spot treatments are masters at targeting stubborn blemishes and getting the job ...

I've dealt with breakouts for what seems like my entire life, so it's hard for me to imagine a time when I didn't look to one of the best acne spot treatments to help clear them up. Many of these ...

After dealing with stubborn, cystic acne for the better half of a decade, there’s one thing that I’ve learned: Even the most effective, expensive skin care products out there may never bring my skin ...

Those of us with acne-prone skin usually never have to worry about a breakout for too long, because when it comes to treating blemishes, there are so many options. You could try pimple patches, ...

The quest for clear skin often becomes a frustrating journey filled with products that promise results but deliver disappointment. While acne treatments have advanced significantly in recent years, ...

When it comes to treating blemishes, we’ve come a long way since Clearasil, Clean and Clear and T-Zone were pretty much the only brands available back in the 90s and 00s. In 2025, clear skin has never ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. If you suffer from persistent breakouts, you may have tried ...

Acne (acne vulgaris) often improves by choosing the best over-the-counter (OTC) treatment. What’s best for you depends on variables like the active ingredient, how it works, and its possible side ...

Most people, even when they’re well past adolescence, get the occasional spot. It often comes – Sod’s law – right before an important event where you want to look your best. But is it normal to get ...

We started by asking dermatologists for their top spot treatment recommendations, as well as the best acne-fighting ingredients to look for in products. Our editors and contributors also shared their ...