If you have acne-prone skin, you know that the right makeup can make all the difference. But what if you have dark spots or other blemishes? Here are some of our favorite products to help cover up your blemishes and keep your skin looking clear and smooth.
$39.00
Sooo great for post acne marks...LOVE this product for clearing post acne marks. I have tried a LOT of different things for hyperpigmentation and discolouration. ...I scar so easily when I get marks, I’ve found using pimple patches really helps to make sure I’m not popping anything; but the marks still stay for MONTHS!
What it is: A brightening spot treatment to help restore skin tone and fade any lingering marks after a breakout.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hexylresorcinol: Helps reduce excess oil and refines breakout-prone skin.
- Carob Fruit Extract and Squalane: Restore and nourish compromised skin.
- Salicylic Acid: Gently exfoliates and helps even skin tone.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban.
$39.50
Which skin type is it good for?
✔ Normal
✔ Oily
✔ Combination
✔ Dry
✔ Sensitive
What it is:
A fast-acting booster, formulated with salicylic acid, to help kill breakout-causing bacteria for rapid skin clearing.
Solutions for:
- Dryness
- Acne and blemishes
- Redness
If you want to know more…
Patented TT technology and phytoplankton extract work with skin’s natural microbiome and help prevent over-drying. Niacinamide reinforces skin’s defensive barrier and helps to even skin tone, while seaweed-derived chrondrus crispus extract soothes irritated skin. Great
$27.00
i love how this pops up my pimple without leaving any mark!...Worked well but left dark marks....Didn’t give it five stars because the patches left significant dark marks/hyperpigmentation after only one night of use.
What it is: A 61 percent-thinner, sheer blemish patch (for invisible wear, alone or under makeup) packed with actives to zap visible breakouts in six hours or less.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
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 while minimizing the appearance of redness.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Conceal while you care for your sk
ITEM: 2651180
Size: 10 Acne Healing Dots, 10 Acne Day Dots/10 Acne Healing Dots, 10 Acne Day Dots
$27.00
They have salicylic acid so it helps bring down my acne over night and doesn’t leave any weird marks in the morning. ...But WOW when it did it legit pulled all the puss out and left me with no markings on my face! I also cut them in half to make them last longer :)
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: 2842748
Size: 0.5 oz/15 mL
$24.50
I’ve struggled with hyperpigmentation and acne marks since I was a teen & this product has helped me skin tremendously....I use it about 2x-3x/week to help with post acne marks. I notice they heal quicker when I use my faded serum
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.
$39.00
this product combined with exfoliate exfoliating treatment changed my life after years of searching for a solution to my adult acne....If you have minimal to severe struggles with acne I would highly recommend you invest in this treatment!
What it is: A refreshing cleanser with two percent salicylic acid that clears the look of blemishes and targets future breakouts.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness
Formulation: Lightweight Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid and Acetyl Glucosamine: Remove dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. This product is also gluten-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This refreshing cleanser with two percent salicylic acid clears the look of blemishes, absorbs oil, and unclogs pores. After use, skin feels fresh, soft, and smooth.
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$48.50
I found the results weren’t mind blowing but I did notice that it helped fade the dark marks on my face. Overall, I wouldn’t say it’s a must have but it is a pretty good serum if you’re looking for something new to try!...I didn’t have an active breakout when using this, so hard to assess how it would work on my hormonal acne. The product claims to reduce the appearance of marks left on the skin after a breakout in 8 weeks.
What it is: A daily facial serum for sensitive skin with two percent salicylic acid, three percent lactic acid, and postbiotic ferment to visibly reduce blemishes and post-acne marks.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Uneven Texture and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Lightweight Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid 2%: Helps target the appearance of active acne breakouts.
- Lactic Acid 3%: Helps gently exfoliate for smoother-looking skin.
- Postbiotic Ferment: Helps support calm-, balanced-feeling skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, mineral oil, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan.
What Els
$25.50
Best part is these patches have the niacinamide to prevent the post acne marks. #freeproduct...Love that it has the niacinamide to prevent post acne marks. They’re also completely transparent so barely noticeable
What it is: A clear adhesive patch that helps to visibly flatten and dry up pesky problems effectively and quickly, while soothing skin on the go.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Niacinamide: Visibly balances and regulates oily skin.
- Salicylic Acid: BHA exfoliant that reduces blemishes.
- Vitamin C (BV-OSC): Supports collagen.
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, an
$51.00
It had no scent that I noticed and I used it on my back for about two weeks to try and help with some acne and to fade acne marks on by back and shoulders from the summer, I did get some improvement and less new spots. ...This has been so amazing for my dark marks and acne scars! It’s the only active I use and it makes a huge difference.
What it is: A daily, all-over solution that is clinically shown to diminish the appearance of blemishes, visibly smooth texture, and calm irritation.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Acne and Blemishes
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Five Active Acids: Target acne, clear congestion, and visibly even skin tone.
- Three Soothing Ingredients: Hydrate, soothe, and diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This gentle yet effective formula is two percent BHA plus so much more. It is packed with five
$23.00
And they really work as a spot treatment for acne. I put them on before bed and woke up with clearer skin!...Great overnight treatment!...These are excellent overnight patches that help treat and flatten acne!
What it is: A hydrocolloid patch that draws out moisture and absorbs fluid and impurities to keep acne-prone skin protected and looking clear. Clinically tested to work in 6 hours.
Skin Type: Normal
Skincare Concerns: Acne and Blemishes
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Targets acne, redness, and blemishes.
- Hydrocolloid: Absorbs fluids and shields skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.
