acne
Clean sweep
8 Best Face Washes for Oily Skin to Help Address Excess Sebum and Breakouts
Exfoliating formulas that leave your skin feeling clean and balanced.
By Sarah Felbin
Acne
6 Common Medications That Can Trigger a Breakout
Here’s what’s going on and how to clear up your skin.
By Kara Nesvig
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.
By Elizabeth Gulino
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.
By Dianna Singh
BREAKOUT BEAUTY
7 Foundations for Acne-Prone Skin That Cover Blemishes Without Caking
Our favorites are buildable, breathable, and won’t worsen irritation.
By Sarah Felbin and Annie Blackman
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.
By Lily Wohlner and Jennifer Hussein
Break(out) Free
10 Best Salicylic Acid Serums for Acne, Blackheads, and Beyond
These picks deliver smoother, clearer skin with regular use.
By Sarah Han, Jennifer Hussein, and Lily Wohlner
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.
By Christa Joanna Lee
BLEMISHES, BEGONE
7 Best Moisturizers for Breakout-Prone Skin That Hydrate Without Clogging Pores
These seriously soothe and strengthen your barrier.
By Lily Wohlner
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.
By Amanda Mitchell
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.
By Dani Hardman
SEE THE LIGHT
3 Best LED Masks for Acne Our Editors Swear By
Breakouts have met their match.
By Christa Joanna Lee
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.
By Lily Wohlner
SET THE TONE
8 Best BHA Toners for Smoother, Clearer Skin in One Swipe
Goodbye to skin-stripping formulas.
By Christa Joanna Lee
SMOOTH SURFACES
7 Best Body Acne Treatments for Clearer Skin All Over
Back, shoulders, chest, and butt—you name it.
By Lily Wohlner
HYPO HEOES
6 Best Hypochlorous Acid Sprays to Calm and Refresh Skin—Anytime, Anywhere
Spritz your way to relief from redness, eczema, and more.
By Jenny Berg
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.
By Essence Gant
OFFICE HOURS
5 Skin-Care Devices Dermatologists Actually Use at Home
These tools smooth wrinkles, reduce puffiness, lighten dark spots, and more.
By Marci Robin and Jessica Kasparian
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.
By Sophia Panych
SUDS LIFE
These Salicylic Acid Body Washes Clear Breakouts From Head to Toe
They deliver thorough (but supremely gentle) exfoliation.
By Christa Joanna Lee