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8 Best Face Washes for Oily Skin to Help Address Excess Sebum and Breakouts

Exfoliating formulas that leave your skin feeling clean and balanced.
Acne

6 Common Medications That Can Trigger a Breakout

Here’s what’s going on and how to clear up your skin.
REALE TALK

What's the Deal With Reale Actives?

Can an influencer who’s taken Accutane sell acne products? We asked six dermatologists to weigh in on Alix Earle’s skin-care line.
GETTING REALE

Alix Earle Wants to Make Acne "Sexy and Hot"

She's sharing her new skin-care line—and her favorite makeup while she's at it.
BREAKOUT BEAUTY

7 Foundations for Acne-Prone Skin That Cover Blemishes Without Caking

Our favorites are buildable, breathable, and won’t worsen irritation.
BYE BYE, BREAKOUTS

7 Best Face Washes for Acne That Keep Pores Clear and Clean

They get the job done—without causing post-wash dryness.
Break(out) Free

10 Best Salicylic Acid Serums for Acne, Blackheads, and Beyond

These picks deliver smoother, clearer skin with regular use.
CLEAR DAYS AHEAD

10 Best Blackhead Remover Treatments to Deep-Clean Pores

They keep things clear, whether you're looking gentle exfoliation or a powerful solution.
BLEMISHES, BEGONE

7 Best Moisturizers for Breakout-Prone Skin That Hydrate Without Clogging Pores

These seriously soothe and strengthen your barrier.
SKIN DEEP

I Thought It Was Acne. Turns Out, It Was Lupus.

What I thought was a simple blemish was actually a diagnosis that would change my life—and my identity.
SAVING FACE

The Pimple-Popping Triangle of Death Sounds Made Up. It Isn’t.

Why squeezing a zit in some parts of your face is riskier than in others.
SEE THE LIGHT

3 Best LED Masks for Acne Our Editors Swear By

Breakouts have met their match.
FOAM RUN

PanOxyl’s Acne Treatment Bar Helped Heal My Stubborn Breakouts—Without Stressing My Skin

This $9 exfoliator is the first step towards a clearer complexion.
SET THE TONE

8 Best BHA Toners for Smoother, Clearer Skin in One Swipe

Goodbye to skin-stripping formulas.
SMOOTH SURFACES

7 Best Body Acne Treatments for Clearer Skin All Over

Back, shoulders, chest, and butt—you name it.
HYPO HEOES

6 Best Hypochlorous Acid Sprays to Calm and Refresh Skin—Anytime, Anywhere

Spritz your way to relief from redness, eczema, and more.
In the Clear

Two Black Women Get Candid About Their Experiences on Accutane

Plus, why it's harder for non-white patients to access the drug.
OFFICE HOURS

5 Skin-Care Devices Dermatologists Actually Use at Home

These tools smooth wrinkles, reduce puffiness, lighten dark spots, and more.
Readers' Choice Awards 2025

Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Skin

Whether tried-and-true or new on the scene, these cleansers, moisturizers, and more won Allure readers' votes this year.
SUDS LIFE

These Salicylic Acid Body Washes Clear Breakouts From Head to Toe

They deliver thorough (but supremely gentle) exfoliation.