Sulfur is a naturally occurring ingredient that has been used to treat skin conditions for centuries. In recent years, it has become more popular as a home remedy for acne. Here are some of the best sulfur-based acne treatments on the market today.
$20.00
i’ve had this for a few months now, it’s just okay. yes, it smells, because it contains sulfur. any spot treatment with sulfur is going to smell like sulfur. however, this was just mediocre for me. i didn’t have significant improvement and it didn’t work as well as the Vichy 10% sulfur spot treatment. although that is more expensive it does last long so i’ll continue to purchase that. for someone with very mild acne this may do it...bought this cause it has sulfur in it, and i had an old spot treatment that with sulfur that worked really good!
What it is: A non-drying, gentle, and targeted acne treatment that clears acne spots fast while layering under makeup without flaking.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes
Highlighted Ingredients:
- 2% Succinic Acid: Visibly reduces blemish size and absorbs excess oil.
- 2% Sulfur Powder: Absorbs excess oil and unclogs pores for clearer-looking skin—long term.
- 1% Salicylic Acid: Gently exfoliates the skin, reducing dead-skin cell buildup.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
$34.00
Its a great product to dry out acnes or prevent it from spreading. I have been suffering from acne for a year, and i started using it as spot treatment at night and it has helped me get rid of inflamed acnes...It does contain sulfur but smells a bit more like tar shampoo (not unpleasantly so).
What it is: A fast-acting spot paste that zaps blemishes overnight without irritation and visibly brightens hyperpigmentation from past breakouts.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes and Oiliness
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Clay and Sulfur: Absorbs excess oil and balances sebum production.
- Willow Bark: Nature’s alternative to salicylic acid that calms breakouts.
- Azelaic Acid: Prevents the appearance of spots left by past blemishes
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formald
$25.50
It is drying (hence the name), so should be used with caution and if one’s breakouts are of hormonal nature, the cause should be addressed, this is a topical treatment to help with the symptoms. Long ago when dermatology was a bit different doctors used to prescribe a very similar solution to be made by compounding pharmacy, as salicylic acid and sulfur are proven to disinfect and dry, so inflammation reduces faster. ...Love it, great spot treatment, helps clear acne overnight....Great Acne Treatment
What it is: An award-winning, on-the-spot surface blemish solution that helps dry up surface blemishes overnight.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Reduces redness of blemishes.
- Sulfur: Unclogs pores.
- Zinc Oxide: Absorbs excess oil.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
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$20.00
This is the only one I’ve seen with sulfur and it just works! I’ve gone through a few bottles now and tried other things inbetween and this just keeps me the most clear....The EradiKate Daily Foaming Cleanser is a great option for acne-prone skin. It’s effective at reducing breakouts with sulfur as the key ingredient, yet gentle enough for daily use.
What it is: A daily foaming acne face wash, formulated with three percent sulfur, that strongly cleanses without irritation or over-drying.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sulfur: Exfoliates, unclogs pores, and targets breakouts.
- Honey and Rice Bran Extracts: Calm and soothe.
- Natural Oat Extract: Reduce, absorb, and balance sebum production.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates SLS & SLES, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Kate Somerville’s clinic-perfected cleanser is u
ITEM: 2842748
Size: 0.5 oz/15 mL
$24.50
I’ll admit the smell of the product is a little off putting at first, think light sulfur, but it is not that bad and totally worth it for how effective the product is. ...I bought this reformulated mini to check if it still had that sulfur smell, and it didn’t so I bought a bigger one.
What it is: A dermatologist-tested, all-in-one brightening and hydrating serum that visibly reduces stubborn discoloration, post-breakout marks, and spots.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Tranexamic Acid: Visibly minimizes spots, dark patches, and post-breakout marks.
- Niacinamide: Reduces the look of discoloration and addresses uneven skin tone.
ITEM: 2651180
Size: 10 Acne Healing Dots, 10 Acne Day Dots/10 Acne Healing Dots, 10 Acne Day Dots
$27.00
Regular Salicylic serum/mask/treatment or Sulfur-based doesn't really make a difference that i can see. ...Favorite Acne Dots...I am obsessed with these Day and Night Acne Spot Treatments from Peace Out Skincare, I have tried multiple brands and this particular one has just had exceptional results.
What it is: A set of 10 ultra-thin and 10 original acne patches combining hydrocolloid polymer technology with salicylic acid and retinol to minimize the look of breakouts.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Oily, and Combination
Skincare Concerns: Redness and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Mask
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Encapsulated Salicylic Acid: Penetrates pores to target acne blemishes and blackheads.
- Retinol (Retinyl Acetate/Vitamin A): Promotes clear-looking skin.
- Aloe Vera Leaf Extract: Gently soothes dry skin to minimize the appearance of redness.
ITEM: 2842755
Size: 1 oz / 30 mL
$37.50
And sunscreen ofc. The no sulfur smell makes using this a lot more enjoyable...I honestly didn't have an issue with the old formula since I'm familiar with sulfur smells and honestly once it dried down didn't smell anymore, but I did buy the new formula and it's even better than before!
What it is: A dermatologist-tested, all-in-one brightening and hydrating serum that visibly reduces stubborn discoloration, post-breakout marks, and spots.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Dullness, and Uneven Texture
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Tranexamic Acid: Visibly minimizes spots, dark patches, and post-breakout marks.
- Niacinamide: Reduces the look of discoloration and addresses uneven skin tone.
- Azelaic Acid: Visibly brightens skin tone, improves texture, and fights free radicals.
$45.00
Great combined with other acne spot treatments...I use them overnight along with some Kate Somerville sulfur acne treatment and within a couple of days the pimple disappears!...Better than Sulfur treatments!...This is the best acne treatment product I have used! Sulfur and tea tree products dry my skin out and take at least a week for the pimple to go down!
What it is: The only patented acne patch that combines clean hydrocolloid polymer technology and actives to minimize the look of breakouts overnight.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Redness, Acne, and Blemishes
Formulation: Mask
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Encapsulated Salicylic Acid: Penetrates pores to target acne blemishes and blackheads.
- Retinol (Retinyl Acetate, Vitamin A): Promotes clear-looking skin.
- Aloe Vera Leaf Extract: Gently soothes while minimizing the appearance of redness.
$40.50
Good quality acne treatment...I used this product for spot treatments of acne around my jaw and mouth. I noticed that this treatment was really good at reducing the redness of the pimple overnight. ...Acne treatment...I have been using it twice a day on my acne and it clear out my acnes, smooth that acne area
What it is: An invisible liquid pimple patch, formulated with salicylic acid and niacinamide, that visibly reduces pimple color and size while fading post-acne marks.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes and Dark Spots
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid 2%: Rapidly addresses breakouts while exfoliating and visibly refining skin’s texture.
- Niacinamide 4%: Visibly fades post-acne marks and discoloration.
- Licorice Root 0.2%: Soothes and calms redness.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also vegan.
$26.00
I received Peace out pore treatment strips for free from PinchMe for review purpose and all my opinions are my own. ...Great for oil AND healing acne scars!...These pore treatment strips are my most-frequently-repurchased item from this brand.
What it is: A set of oil-absorbing strips formulated with new, clean hydrocolloid polymer technology and pore-refining ingredients to minimize the appearance of pores.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores and Oiliness
Formulation: Mask
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hydrocolloid Polymer Technology: Lifts away dirt, excess sebum, and dead skin cells from within your pores.
- DMAE: Visibly shrinks enlarged pores for firmer-looking skin.
- Retinol (Retinyl Acetate, Vitamin A): Minimizes and refines the look of pores.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
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