Products with acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, adapalene and azelaic acid for acne-prone skin (more on that below)
Clean out pores and calm acne. It's suitable for most skin types since it's free of oils, fragrances and parabens
Oil-Free Acne Wash with Salicylic Acid | Neutrogena®
It features a 4% benzoyl peroxide concentration to help clear acne, hyaluronic acid to help retain the skin's natural moisture and niacinamide for a natural anti-inflammatory effect
CeraVe Acne Foaming Cream Face Cleanser ...
This face wash can be a good option for people with oily skin
Effaclar Medicated Acne Face Wash - La Roche-Posay
This highly rated liquid leave-on exfoliant from Paula’s Choice contains 2% salicylic acid to help remove dead skin cells and unclog pores. It also has green tea, which the brand says can help soothe irritated skin and improve visible signs of aging
Cleansing Exfoliators - Skin Care - Ulta Beauty
It can help improve both blemishes and dark spots. The serum, which contains 10% azelaic acid to help brighten your complexion, is cruelty-free, vegan and gentle enough to use up to twice a day
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%
Contains 0.1% adapalene to unclog pores and fight blackheads and whiteheads
Effaclar Adapalene Gel 0.1% | Topical Retinoid for Acne
It can be used as a daily cleanser or weekly mask to kill bacteria and prevent future breakouts
Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask | Neutrogena®
It’s free of heavy moisturizers that could clog pores and contains the natural anti-inflammatory ingredient niacinamide
EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46 (1.7 oz.)
The combination of sulfur and zinc oxide in this mask draws out impurities and gets rid of excess oil, while calamine and cucumber can cool the skin and ensure you don’t feel irritated afterward
Drying Mask - Pore Cleansing - Mario Badescu
This oil-free nighttime moisturizer from the brand features niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and other ceramides to provide essential moisture throughout the night